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Ousted White House Strategist Steve Bannon to Visit CBS's 60 MINUTES, 9/10

September 07, 2017

The interview will air 7 p.m. Sunday, as well as on Monday's CBS This Morning program. The interview, which was filmed on Wednesday in Washington D.C., marks Bannon's first since vacating the Donald Trump administration on August 18. His exit coincided closely with John Kelly's ascendance as Trump's chief of staff. Kelly, a military veteran who previously ran the Department of Homeland Security, was known to have a very low tolerance for the chaotic, internecine workings of Trump's inner ...

Facebook finds six figures of Russian election-related ad spend

September 07, 2017

According to Facebook, the majority of the ads did not reference either of the two presidential candidates a year ago but were largely promoting divisive social issues, like immigration and gun control. While the amount of spending on the ads was nominal at best, the fact that it even occurred is likely to reinforce concerns expressed by some Democrats that Russian Federation may have used Facebook to promote narratives that flattered Trump and bashed Clinton in key Rust Belt swing states that ...

Ernst Urges President to Maintain Trade Agreement with South Korea

September 07, 2017

He says of the 1.3 million metric tons of soybeans that South Korea imports, half of that comes from the United States. They said they welcomed bilateral discussions with Seoul aimed at improving the operation of the trade arrangement, which they said "has presented frustrations" for some U.S.

Pope says Colombia trip to help peace (2)

September 07, 2017

The Colombian government past year signed a peace accord with the guerrilla group FARC, ending half a century of war in the South American nation, but the country remains deeply divided over the terms of the deal. The Vatican did not say whether the changes to the flight plan would affect the arrival time. They said the new flight path would go over Barbados, Grenada and Trinidad and Tobago as well.

Lobbyists get Trump access by paying golf memberships

September 07, 2017

They're Trump's people, the people who simultaneously enrich him personally and are his peers in wealth and golf, and he can see it when he looks around him on the golf course or in the clubhouse or on the member rolls. Nonetheless, ethics experts questioned whether it's appropriate for a sitting president to collect money from lobbyists and others who spend their days trying to shape federal policy or win government business.

Moon, Putin call for immediate efforts to stop N. Korean provocation

September 07, 2017

On Monday, the Moon government cleared the way for the US military to complete the deployment in the southern village of Seongju, North Gyeongsang, by announcing that an environmental impact study found no safety problems. North Korea conducted its sixth nuclear test on Sunday, saying it had detonated a hydrogen bomb. Donald Trump to reach out to global leaders on the North Korean threat issue.

Lunches Will Be Free for All New York City Public School Students

September 06, 2017

This provision allows all North Adams Public School students to receive one school breakfast and lunch daily at no cost. While the meals will be free, parents will still need to fill out a lunch form for each child that attends a public school.

Schumer, Pelosi urge bipartisan cooperation on Harvey aid and debt ceiling

September 06, 2017

But that doesn't mean the lower chamber will ultimately avoid such a vote: Senate Republican leaders said they plan to attach a debt-ceiling hike to Harvey aid despite conservative opposition. Democrats are offering to support the Senate bill as long as the debt ceiling increase is only for three months. While some GOP leaders want a longer-term increase, any votes to increase federal borrowing are always hard for members of Congress, particularly fiscal conservatives principally opposed to ...

Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Las Vegas

September 06, 2017

Airport spokesman Chris Jones says Flight 1057 departed from McCarran at about 11:10 p.m. Tuesday. Passengers were booked on a new flight this morning. "The flight landed without incident and taxied to the gate where customers deplaned normally". We are sorry for the inconvenience and are reaccommodating customers on another aircraft this morning.

National Guard plane, crew return from Harvey mission

September 06, 2017

On Twitter Wednesday, Trump says his "team, which has done, and is doing, such a good job in Texas, is already in Florida". Cray said they are heading to Texas at the request of the Texas National Guard and will provide public affairs support to the Defense Support of Civil Authority mission and conduct media operations.

Tropical Storm Katia: Everything To Know About Potential Hurricane Joining Irma, Jose

September 06, 2017

Its potential to turn into a hurricane will depend on the exact track Katia takes in the next couple of days. Tropical Storm Jose was moving west and was about 1,135 miles east of the Lesser Antilles. Next up is Tropical Storm Jose, which is now in the Atlantic some 1,135 miles (1,825 kilometers) east of the Lesser Antilles and roaring towards the Caribbean.

As Fugitives Flee Storm, Florida Cop Looks For Them In Shelters

September 06, 2017

Chris Urso/ZUMA Press/NewscomAs Texas recovers from Hurricane Harvey , Florida is battening down for Hurricane Irma . Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is a nasty blowhard of the Joe Arpaio variety (listen to him talk about Arapio's pardon here), and we probably should not be surprised to see his department respond to a crisis by threatening people with jail.

United Tech to buy Rockwell Collins for $22.75 billion

September 06, 2017

United generates about half its sales from aviation through its Pratt & Whitney jet engine and aerospace divisions. Both are pushing suppliers to lower prices and are moving into the high-margin aftermarket arena for parts and services that suppliers now enjoy.

USA condemns killing of journalist Gauri Lankesh

September 06, 2017

Another Union minister Ananth Kumar asked the Congress government in Karnataka to swiftly probe the journalist's murder in Bengaluru and arrest the guilty. Lankesh, 55, was buried at a cemetery in Chamarajpet in central Bengaluru . Gauri was shot at her residence from "close range" as per the initial investigation of the police.

Local reaction to Trump administration rescinding DACA

September 06, 2017

Opposition to ending DACA has been intense, even prompting Speaker of the House Paul Ryan (R-WI) to whisper up about it. Because renewals last for two years, this means that some DACA participants could remain enrolled in the program until 2019, about two years after DACA will officially be phased out.

Air freshener causes vehicle to explode in Essex carpark

September 06, 2017

The vehicle park outside the building in Fossetts Park is on lockdown as fire fighters deal with the incident. Just missed witnessing auto explosion near Southend. The roof and doors were blown off the Ford Focus in Fossetts Drive, Southend, earlier as the Southend Echo reported . They added: "Awful. Emergency services on scene".

No. 16 Miami cancels game at Arkansas State

September 06, 2017

Concerns over the team and officials traveling back to South Florida was the main reason for the cancellation. "We are working through all possible scenarios, and obviously any decision we make will be in the best interests, safety and well-being of our staff, coaches, student-athletes and their families".

Kimberley Paige Barnette: Charlotte Mayoral Candidate Slammed For Listing 'White' As Qualification

September 06, 2017

This was followed by an official statement from North Carolina GOP Chairman Robin Hayes , who condemned the content of Barnette's profile introduction, and stressed that the results of the Charlotte mayoral race should be based on a candidate's ability to serve the city, and not their race.

America's Changing Religious Identity

September 06, 2017

The change has occurred across the spectrum of Christian traditions in the USA, including sharp drops in membership in predominantly white mainline Protestant denominations such as Presbyterians and Lutherans; an increasing Latino presence in the Roman Catholic Church as some non-Hispanic white Catholics leave; and shrinking ranks of white evangelicals, who until recently had been viewed as immune to decline.

Man fatally shot at California office building

September 06, 2017

Gomez says a CHP officer, who was guarding the building, confronted the suspect and three shots were fired. The shooting was reported about 6:10 a.m.in the area of the Ronald Reagan State Building, in the 300 block of South Spring Street, a CHP officer said.

20-year-old fatally stabbed brother at parent's house, police say

September 06, 2017

Family members in the courtroom Wednesday declined to speak about the fatal incident, according to a spokesman for Early. Police say a verbal argument between the two siblings last night escalated into a physical fight, with Nathan Record physically assaulting his brother, court records state.

Spain on Track for Russia After Liechtenstein Masterclass

September 06, 2017

Ethan Ampadu was an unused sub as Wales won 2-0 in Moldova . Finland secured a 1-0 win over Kosovo in the same group, while over in Group D, Georgia and Austria drew 1-1 as Ireland's 1-0 defeat to Serbia allowed Wales to move into second after they beat Modolva 2-0.

Area school principal arrested on suspicion of child sex crimes

September 06, 2017

Of note, the educator, who is originally from Texas , had just been hired in July as principal of Four Peaks Elementary School - with his arrest falling on his first official week at the school. Officials said prior to offering Waggoner his position, the school district conducted all background checks required by law, and found no prior arrests or criminal history.

A 'catastrophic' Irma approaches Leeward Islands. Cuba, Florida still in its path.

September 06, 2017

Category 5 storm Irma made landfall on Wednesday on the island of Barbuda in the Caribbean . The National Hurricance Center has warned of "life-threatening wind, storm surge, and rainfall hazards" for places in Irma's path. The three hospitals in Florida Keys began evacuating patients on Tuesday. The US government has taken extra precautionary measures as the storm poses an immediate threat to the small islands of the northern Leewards, including Antigua and Barbuda, U.S.

SC Gov. Henry McMaster declares 'state of emergency' as Irma looms

September 06, 2017

Forecasters believe Irma could affect the East Coast of the United States in the coming days, the release states. McMaster made the declaration around noon Wednesday after the National Hurricane Center's forecast on Irma's track put the prospect of a major hurricane just off the coast of Florida about 200 miles (320 kilometers) away from Charleston next Monday morning.

Tyson Foods to Build $320M Processing Plant in Kansas

September 06, 2017

The project will include a hatchery, feed mill and plant capable of processing more than 1 million birds per week. Slated for completion in mid-2019, the Tyson complex will focus on production of packed trays of fresh chicken for retail grocery.

North Atlantic Treaty Organisation apologises for offensive Quran leaflet

September 06, 2017

Cpl. In 2012, the Americans apologized after copies of the Quran burned at Bagram Air Base near Kabul by mistake. The leaflets encouraged Afghans to cooperate with security forces and included an images of a dog carrying the Taliban flag, said Shah Wali Shahid, deputy governor of Parwan province.

Trump woos Democrat with trip on Air Force One

September 06, 2017

As we listen to all the political pundits, Washington DC elite and populist politicians bemoaning the commitment of President Trump to lower federal taxes and eliminate burdensome regulations, it is a good idea to review North Dakota's rise to the top.

Utah Retirement Systems Sells 1200 Shares of Alliance Data Systems Corporation (ADS)

September 06, 2017

The fund owned 34,481 shares of the business services provider's stock after selling 1,380 shares during the quarter. ValueAct Holdings L.P. raised its stake in shares of Alliance Data Systems Corporation by 12.0% during the 1st quarter. As of quarter end Mitsubishi Ufj Trust & Banking Corp had disposed of 14,189 shares trimming its position 12.4%. The Massachusetts-based State Street has invested 0.05% in Alliance Data Systems Corporation (NYSE:ADS).

Missing SPG commando found

September 06, 2017

He is being debriefed for the time being", said B K Singh, DCP, New Delhi. Usually, an SPG commando carries some of the most sophisticated weapons including FN Herstal (assault rifle), Glock Pistol and FN Herstal (P90) and is drawn from Central Armed Police Forces & Railway Protection Force.

Federer and Nadal one step from dream US Open semi-final

September 06, 2017

Early missed opportunities proved costly for Nadal in the first set, as he failed to take any of the six break-point chances Mayer presented him across the fourth and sixth games. And of course I have things to lose and things to win. The No. 1 seed on the women's side is off to a slow start as play begins at the U.S. Open. Rafa takes on Dolgopolov at Arthur Ashe Stadium today at 17:15 GMT.

'Big Red' Fire in Routt County grows to 1400 acres

September 06, 2017

The Deep Creek Fire was originally estimated at about two acres on Monday, and grew almost 2,000 acres on Tuesday. One ranch has had to be evacuated and structures that were immediately threatened have been evacuated. Firefighters in Routt County also are battling the Big Red Fire, which has consumed 1,405 acres, and is just a few miles south of the Wyoming border and about 45 miles north of Steamboat Springs.

Theresa May urges parliament to back her European Union repeal bill

September 06, 2017

Labour is set to order its MPs to vote against the Government's Brexit repeal bill , a meeting of the party's senior figures has agreed. They will target areas such as trying to stay in the single market during at least the transitional period, securing a guarantee for the rights of European Union citizens living in the United Kingdom, and watering down the ability of ministers to change primary legislation through secondary legislation - a practice known as exercising Henry VIII powers .

U.S. grants additional $15m for Marawi rehab

September 06, 2017

Of the total USA donation, P153 million will be used to deliver basic relief supplies such as drinking water, hygiene kits, and shelter materials for evacuees, Kim said. He added that United States military cooperation remains as an important component of their assistance. "We will continue to additional military and nonmilitary ways to support the Philippines counter terrorism efforts and expect to announce more efforts and initiatives in the near feature", Kim stressed.

Henry Cuellar said Dreamer program will cause 'civil war' for Republicans

September 06, 2017

Among the recommendations laid out by the Republican National Committee's Growth and Opportunity Project was the inclusion of Hispanic voters, with immigration among the issues considered by Hispanic voters as a "litmus test" for how they viewed the GOP .

House plans Wednesday vote on Harvey aid

September 06, 2017

The bill's spending levels match a Friday request from the White House. Leaders hope that those on the far right will abandon their demands to immediately replenish rapidly diminishing funds for the Federal Emergency Management Agency . "Anytime you use a tragedy to advance something that should have had a plan without a hurricane happening is not an appropriate approach". But if the group decides to vote against the bill it could exacerbate tensions among House Republicans and raise the ...

Voters' views of Cuomo rebound - sort of

September 06, 2017

Still, despite the negative numbers, Cuomo's overall approval rating rose from July. While Democrats, Republicans and independent voters all saw large slides in support from the May to July's polls, New York's large population of independents, almost 2.6 million voters in all, remain in majority support of a "Yes" vote.

Road accidents killed 17 people per hour in India in 2016

September 06, 2017

The report said maximum number of accidents occurred on two lane roads (1,90,800) followed by single lane (1,77,067), four lane with median (67,179) and more than two lanes road without median (35,290) in the calendar year 2016. Once approved, it will pave the way for a host of reforms including imposing hefty penalties for traffic violations. The minister said the target is to reduce the fatalities by 50 percent in next two years and Road Safety Bill pending in Parliament, if cleared in ...

Brexit: Labour imposes whip to vote against repeal bill

September 06, 2017

The principle of nationalizing a body of 19,000 European Union laws is in line with the European Union referendum result and, in principle, supported by the opposition Labour Party, although not the Scottish National Party and the Liberals.

Thousands of Indonesians Join Anti-Myanmar Rally in Jakarta

September 06, 2017

The report draws on more than 350 interviews in more than 46 towns and villages over an eight-month period since March 2016. In response, Myanmar security forces started days of "clearing operations" they claimed were needed to tackle terrorism.

Zambia vs Algeria CAF WC Qualifiers

September 06, 2017

In the last five matches of Algeria in African Nations Cup Qualifying, International Friendly, and African Nations Cup, they have won two matches, lost one match and the other match ended in a draw. Reflecting on the outcomes of matchday four results on Tuesday which saw the likes of Cote d'Ivoire, South Africa and Congo also losing at home, the former Zambia captain, the1988 Africa Player of the Year, stated that the qualifiers are far from decided going into the last two games.

UN Probe Finds Syrian Army Responsible For Deadly Attack

September 06, 2017

The UN report went on to note that Syrian government forces had continued with systematic use of chemical weapons against civilians in areas under opposition control. The Assad government has denied using chemical weapons in the past and claimed that the Khan Sheikhoun attack was the result of hitting a rebel weapons cache during a routine airstrike.

Buhari Pledges to Reposition Nigeria for Good

September 06, 2017

President Buhari commended all the managers of the economy for their hard work and commitment, stressing that more work needed to be done to improve the growth rate. We need your support, " he said. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) was established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in May 1976 to gather and distribute news on Nigeria and cover events of interest to Nigeria at the worldwide level for the benefit of the Nigerian Media and the Public.

Congressional Democrats back Harvey aid with three-month debt limit increase

September 06, 2017

According to the Congressional Budget Office, if the government fails to increase the debt limit it may default on its debt. House leaders are so confident that the initial bill will pass that they're bringing it up under procedures requiring a two-thirds majority to pass.

Trump calls UK, Australia for united front on North Korea

September 06, 2017

The two leaders agreed that maximum pressure, both diplomatic and economic, was required to push back on North Korea's nuclear tests and threats, and spoke of China being the key player in tamping down the rogue state's actions. There has been speculation North Korea may be planning to fire an ICBM this weekend when the republic celebrates its foundation on September 9. Turnbull told coalition MPs at a partyroom meeting on Tuesday that the action of North Korea was "reckless, risky and ...

Alabama close to being a unanimous No. 1 in both polls

September 06, 2017

Then the Seminoles lost their starting quarterback with six minutes left. Georgia 16. Miami (Fla.) 17. "I have them at a shaky seven now exclusively because their defense is filthy", Davis said. Louisville 18. Virginia Tech 19. To no surprise, the Texas Longhorns, the preseason No. 23 team which lost at home to Maryland, are already out of the top 25.

Labour MPs 'to be Ordered to Vote Against Brexit Bill'

September 06, 2017

The statement came as Brexit Secretary David Davis prepares to deliver a statement in the House of Commons on divorce talks with the EU. "But as democrats we can not vote for a Bill that unamended would let Government ministers grab powers from Parliament to slash people's rights at work and reduce protection for consumers and the environment".

Shraddha Kapoor opens up about her private chat with Prabhas

September 06, 2017

Prabhas is making his Hindi debut, while Shraddha is making her Telugu debut. According to a source, there will be an official language coach on the sets, but both actors have decided that they will speak in Hindi or Telugu depending on the language in which they are shooting.

Lawenforcers trying to convince 'militants' to surrender in Mirpur

September 06, 2017

As per his commitment, Abdullah sent his wives-Nasreen and Fatema-and two children to the balcony. He said the RAB men managed to contact who said he had over 50 improvised explosives devices (IED) with him, indicating the militants were capable to fight back in the face of a security assault.

Brian and Paul among Met Office storm names for 2017-18

September 06, 2017

Although the British Isles are not affected by full-scale hurricanes, there are usually Atlantic storms every winter with the potential to cause damage and disruption from strong winds or heavy rain. The first named storm was Storm Angus on 19 November 2016 bringing gusts of up to 84 miles per hour across the south of England. The forecasters said this year's storm season looked to be getting off to an unsettled start, with low pressure moving in from the west towards the end of the week and ...

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