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Brexit Negotiators Will Look at Terms of Divorce Before Future Relationship

June 20, 2017

The talks - which have started nearly exactly a year after the 23 June referendum - mark a significant moment in Britain's complex task of leaving the bloc after more than 40 years of integration. Brexit talks under way in the Commission's Berlaymont building on Monday. "With political instability in Westminster placing the United Kingdom in a vulnerable position and Conservatives in a weaker position following the election, the outcome of the Brexit talks may heavily depend on what ...

Issue of UK-Irish Border Most Discussed at Brexit Talks - Davis

June 20, 2017

They also said their top deputies would immediately begin work on a third issue: How to avoid a "hard border" between Ireland and Northern Ireland that could endanger peace in a region that suffered decades of violence. But EU officials are sceptical that May's position has changed , just as they are doubtful about the feasibility of either option. "In coordination with Jean-Claude Juncker and Donald Tusk , the intention is to be in an unusual way, transparent", said Barnier, as both ...

Suspect held in mosque attack in London

June 20, 2017

We will focus on reports from police officials and other authorities, credible news outlets and reporters who are at the scene. Police said the attacker who drove the van has been arrested on suspicion of the commission, preparation or instigation of terrorism, including murder and attempted murder.

Trump to Allow DREAMers to Stay - For Now

June 20, 2017

Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly testifies in front of the House Committee on Homeland Security , in Washington , D.C.in February. Bortolleto said the DACA announcement "should in no way make people think that the administration is softening their stance".

A Trio's Tryst Leads to Fatal Brooklyn Stabbing

June 20, 2017

Police questioned the 21-year-old man, but he is not a suspect, the Post reported. Police were summoned to the scene at 355 16th street at around 4am and found the victim lying in the first-floor hallway of the apartment building. But he didn't get too far. Moments earlier, the mortally wounded man knocked on a neighbor's door begging for help, with blood gushing from his wounds.

London mosque attack suspect arrested for terrorism

June 20, 2017

One man was heard shouting: "How come you were so quick today?" ENAR director said that the European Union and its member states had to challenge hatred and the discourses fueling Islamophobia across the continent. Muslim Council of Britain secretary general Harun Khan condemned the attack and also urged calm. Police have said the crash caused several casualties and that one person has been arrested.

UAE Ambassador to US Urges Qatar Re-Examine Regional Policies

June 20, 2017

Qatar's USA ambassador, Meshal bin Hamad Al Thani, said his country is counting on Washington to persuade Saudi Arabia and others to back down. Qatar vehemently denies such support. The border with Saudi Arabia is the only road route into the country; Qatar relies on sea ports for its materials and the blockade of airspace is a huge logistical handicap to the country and its flagship airline, Qatar Airways.

1 killed, at least 30 hurt in Atlanta church bus crash

June 20, 2017

The bus then entered the uneven median and rolled over, and slid into the Mercedes that was traveling in the westbound lanes. The Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office previously identified the person killed as 17-year-old Sarah Harmening of Huntsville, Alabama .

Thousands rally across Russia in new challenge to Kremlin

June 20, 2017

The OVD-Info rights group told AFP that more than 1,500 of his supporters had been arrested during the protests across the country, including 823 in Moscow where riot police tried to push the crowds back, sometimes by beating them with batons.

Trump offers assistance to United Kingdom after London Finsbury Park terror attack

June 20, 2017

British Prime Minister Theresa May visited the mosque Monday and met with religious leaders from multiple backgrounds. If this attack had happened near the steps of St. Vowing "zero tolerance" for hate crimes, Khan declared "we will not allow these terrorists to succeed ... we will stay a strong city". The alleged attacker has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and terror offences.

U.S. troops killed in 'insider attack' in Nangarhar

June 20, 2017

A spokesperson for Nangarhar province, Attaullah Khogyani, told Al Jazeera that an Afghan "army commando" opened fire on four United States soldiers. One American official said the soldiers were shot in an apparent insider attack, also known as a "green-on-blue" because of the color-coding system used by North Atlantic Treaty Organisation.

High-flying feat sets record over Niagara Falls

June 20, 2017

As someone who has performed since she was five years old, she said she wasn't nervous. "I thought it was pretty awesome because I don't think I could do that", said Alaina Raleeh. A last name synonymous with high-flying stunts pulls off another one at Niagara Falls . Erendira Wallenda is scheduled to discuss her plans with reporters Wednesday morning on the American side of the Falls.

Handel, Ossoff call on help in final days of Georgia race

June 20, 2017

The two Trump Cabinet secretaries, both Georgia Republicans , had unwittingly revealed the twin hurdles standing in Handel's path heading into Tuesday's election: Democratic enthusiasm is soaring across the country while the Republicans who reside in this district are uneasy about what they see in Washington and have mixed views of President Donald Trump .

Van rams into worshippers at London mosque, 1killed

June 20, 2017

One elderly man, who had collapsed moments before the van appeared, was pronounced dead at the scene, although police have not yet confirmed whether he died as a result of the attack. Communities Secretary Sajid Javid also visited the scene, and, outside the police cordon, comforted a woman who was visibly shaking. "I don't think we've seen the same sort of problems by any stretch of the imaginations", he said.

Two killed in terror attack at Mali tourist resort

June 20, 2017

The military says in a statement the attack occurred Sunday at the Hotel Le Campement Kangaba, in the outskirts of Bamako, the West African country's capital. The Defence Forces say all of its members have been accounted for following a terror attack in Mali. In November 2015, gunmen took guests and staff hostage at the luxury Radisson Blu hotel in Bamako in a siege that left at least 20 people dead, including 14 foreigners.

Schlapp Questions 'Problematic' Hirings of Lawyers for Mueller's Trump-Russia Probe

June 20, 2017

The new allegations against Trump center on his own admission that he fired Comey because of the Russian Federation investigation, and suggestions he asked several top intelligence officials for their help altering the inquiry's direction.

Otto Warmbier, UVA student released from North Korea, dies

June 20, 2017

In the spring of 2016, Warmbier signed up for a trip to North Korea with the Young Pioneer Tours travel group, a company that takes participants to places they wouldn't normally go. His parents confirmed his death on Monday. He was taken by Medivac to Cincinnati , where he grew up in suburban Wyoming. The young man's death also brought attention to North Korea's human rights record.

United States troops wounded in apparent insider attack at Afghan base

June 20, 2017

The attacks come as U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to bolster Washington's presence in Afghanistan to stem the violence and the Taliban's military advances, particularly in rural areas of the country, and largely in the south and the east.

Images of fake explosive belts worn by London attackers released

June 20, 2017

The fake explosive belts were visible during the attacks , Haydon said, and may have looked real to those who saw them. Police Commander Dean Haydon speculated that the bloodthirsty zealots might have worn bomb props "as protection from being shot themselves".

Van plows into crowd outside a mosque in London

June 20, 2017

Locals held onto the suspect until he was detained by police and later arrested on charges of "the commission, preparation or instigation of terrorism including murder and attempted murder ". In a statement on behalf of the family, Osborne's nephew Ellis Osborne, 26, said: "We are massively shocked, it's unbelievable, it still hasn't really sunk in".

Canadian Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel locked in glorious title duel

June 20, 2017

Daniel Ricciardo of Red Bull Racing finished third. Vettel's front wing was damaged when he was passed by Max Verstappen of Red Bull at the start, the Dutchman running in a strong second place until he retired with electrical problems after 11 laps.

London mosque attack requires 'urgent' action

June 20, 2017

A 48-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, having been tackled to the ground by heroic onlookers. Authorities arrested him in connection with the incident. They are continuing to investigate. The attack outside the Finsbury Park mosque, May added, was "the second this month, and every bit as sickening as those which have come before".

1 dead, at least 10 injured after vehicle strikes pedestrians in London

June 20, 2017

London Mayor Sadiq Khan said it was a "horrific terrorist attack " aimed at "innocent Londoners, many of whom were finishing prayers during the holy month of Ramadan". The statement says: "One man was pronounced dead at the scene". Prime Minister Theresa May said that her thoughts were with the victims and their families, and that she would chair a Cobra emergency cabinet meeting this morning.

Escaped Ga. Inmates Who Killed 2 Guards Captured In Tennessee, Police Say

June 20, 2017

They are expected to be extradited back to Georgia . Law enforcement officials earlier captured Donnie Rowe and Ricky Dubose , two escaped inmates wanted in the slayings of two Georgia prison guards. The pair of inmates stole the couple's auto and a chase with authorities ensued. They tried to steal a auto from the man who, with the help of his neighbor, held them at gunpoint until they were arrested, ending a three-day long manhunt that spanned 260 miles .

Trump reveals income, debt in personal finances report

June 20, 2017

President Trump's complex business holdings and his varied sources of income - placed in a trust when he assumed office - were laid bare in a financial disclosure he voluntarily made Friday to the Office of Government Ethics. Trump also reported liabilities of at least $110m to Ladder Capital Corp, a commercial real-estate lender with offices in New York , Los Angeles and Boca Raton, Florida .

N Korea says US 'mugged' delegation

June 20, 2017

The North Korean regime is accusing USA customs agents in NY of "mugging" a diplomatic delegation from the secretive, totalitarian country. A spokesman for North Korea's Foreign Ministry characterized the confiscation as a "an illegal and heinous act of provocation", adding that his country's diplomats were "literally mugged" upon entering the United States .

Man accused of stomping kitten to death in Belleville

June 20, 2017

That's when Johnson-Foston allegedly threw it on the ground and stomped on its head, killing it. One man in Ontario, Canada, did not appear to agree with this when he killed a kitten after he was refused passage to board a MetroLink train.

Russia warns US after Syrian jet shot down

June 20, 2017

Tensions are escalating in Syria after the American military shot down a Syrian combat jet for the first time and Russian Federation announced, in retaliation, that it will treat "all flying objects" from the US-led coalition as " targets " in some parts of the strife-torn West Asian nation.

PM Modi addresses SCO summit, says coordinated efforts needed to combat terror

June 20, 2017

Calling it one of the biggest violators of human rights and values, he said that the coordination between SCO countries is an important part of the fight against terrorism and extremism. Prime Minister Modi also held bilateral meetings with other leaders including Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Modi and Xi are expected to meet at the G20 summit after Astana , which is set to be held next month in Hamburg, Germany followed by BRICS (Brazil, Russia , India, China , South ...

Footage shows moment suspected Finsbury Park attacker was arrested

June 20, 2017

She promised action to stamp out all forms of hatred, saying there had been far too much tolerance of extremism in Britain over many years. Another neighbour said Osborne could often be seen in the street arguing with his wife. Police are treating the incident as a terror attack. - The suspect was not "on the security services'" radar, Home Office Minister of Security Ben Wallace said.

Airbus gets 100-plane deal at Paris Air Show

June 20, 2017

Brigadier General Select Todd Canterbury, director of the US Air Force F-35 Integration Office at the Pentagon, told AP the display was to "showcase the capability to all of our European partners and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation allies".

Trump decries 'brutal' N Korea regime after student's death

June 20, 2017

North Korean officials said Warmbier - who was healthy upon his arrival in North Korea and at his trial but was in a coma when he arrived in the USA - contracted botulism, took a sleeping pill, and never woke up. A Washington DC-based non-profit group tied Warmbier's fate to many others "starved, tortured, brutalized and killed in North Korea's political prison camps".

Campbell Newman Asset Management INC Holds Stake in Blackrock INC (BLK)

June 20, 2017

The 1-year high was reported on Jun, 19 by Barchart.com. If the $440.46 price target is reached, the company will be worth $2.73 billion more. Fincl Counselors reported 18,116 shares. It has a 5.63 P/E ratio. Its diverse platform of active (alpha) and index (beta) investment strategies across asset classes enables the Company to tailor investment outcomes and asset allocation solutions for clients.

Backed fighters seize parts of Raqqa

June 20, 2017

The latest report of Baghdadi's death claims the terrorist was killed in Raqqa - the de facto capital of Daesh. Hisham al-Hashimi, who advises Middle East governments on Islamic State affairs, said al-Baghdadi fears traitors may hand him over to the US.

Turkey Maintains Ban on German Vsits to Incirlik Airbase

June 20, 2017

Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel said Tuesday he did not expect a rapid normalization of ties between Germany and Turkey , due to significant differences on major issues. However, Deputy Foreign Minister Michael Roth, a member of German Chancellor Angela Merkel's Social Democrat coalition partners, said differences with Ankara would remain.

At least 1 dead after vehicle hits pedestrians near North London mosque

June 20, 2017

Police arrested the man soon after. Police have not released his identity. Despite multiple reports that two or three men emerged from the van, Met Police said they were not seeking anyone else in connection with the attack . Rudd, who is in charge of government law enforcement, said: " Londoners have been hit with a series of attacks and have been nothing short of heroic".

Actually, Trump Is NOT Under Investigation, His Lawyer Insists

June 20, 2017

The attorney on Sunday also acknowledged that the president was aware that firing James Comey as FBI director could extend the entire time frame of the investigation into Russian Federation. The top Democrat on the House intelligence committee says the panel is looking forward to getting a response from the White House this week as to whether President Donald Trump has tapes of private conversations with fired FBI Director James Comey .

London Revenge Attack on Muslims Kills 1

June 20, 2017

Home Secretary Amber Rudd said: 'My thoughts are with all those affected by the appalling incident at Finsbury Park .' She confirmed it was being investigated by the Metropolitan police Counter Terror Unit. Video posted on social media appears to show police and bystanders surrounding an injured person on the ground after a van ploughed into worshippers near a London mosque .

Egypt court seeks death penalty for 31 in prosecutor bombing case

June 20, 2017

The court referred the sentence to Grand Mufti, the country's highest Islamic official who will give the religious judgment of all preliminary death sentences. Other significant events occurred after the trial, when Minister of Interior Magdy Abdel Ghaffar's referred officers securing the session to investigation on 18 April 2017.

North Korea confirms successful missile test - state media

June 20, 2017

It is not known how many were fired but South Korean national security director Chung Eui-yong claims North Korea launched four short-range missiles from the south east coastal town of Wonsan. According to the South Korean Defense Ministry, the range of THAAD does not exceed 200 kilometers. Japan has been at the forefront in seeking further sanctions to rein in the North's nuclear and missile ambitions.

Man charged with murder over Kim Richmond's death appears in court

June 20, 2017

It's alleged she was killed some time between then and August 2 a year ago at nearby Wharepapa South. Kim Richmond's body was discovered in a Waikato lake last week nearly a year after she disappeared. Last Thursday Police discovered the silver Ford Ranger in Lake Arapuni with her body inside. Bidois remanded the man in custody until his next appearance in the High Court in Hamilton, in July.

Van rams Muslim worshippers in London, PM May condemns 'sickening' attack

June 20, 2017

Community leaders are praising a local imam for restraining an angry crowd that had surrounded the man accused of driving a van into worshippers near Finsbury Park Mosque in London very early this morning. "He punched me in the head", Hashi said, showing his bruises. Mohammed Abdul said: "I saw something that was horrendous, something we should not see the in the 21st Century, something we should not see in the last 10 days of Ramadan".

Jeremy Corbyn condemns "awful" suspected terror attack outside a north-London mosque

June 20, 2017

The mosques were busy with people observing the holy month of Ramadan. Several worshippers were in the area at the time of incident after attending Ramzan prayers. The U.K. police are investigating the incident as a terrorist attack . British Prime Minister Theresa May visited the mosque Monday and met with religious leaders from multiple backgrounds.

ICC Champions Trophy, Ind vs Pak

June 20, 2017

Pakistan beat India by 180 runs at The Oval on Sunday. "In Sarfraz, it now has a captain who can perhaps take the team to unprecedented glory in the years ahead". "After the first game I said there is a big gap between Ind & Pak these days". Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur has expressed hope that the proposed World XI tour to the country will go ahead after his side crushed their arch-rivals India to clinch their maiden Champions Trophy .

Canada to Boost Military as US 'Shrugs Off Burden'

June 20, 2017

Freeland said that Canada had been relying on the American military since the end of World War II - but the time had come for a "substantial investment" in its own armed forces. "To say this is not controversial: it is a fact". She repeated Canada's disappointment with the U.S. decision to withdraw from the Paris climate accord, also highlighting threats to global stability such as civil wars, poverty, drought and natural disasters that "spawn globally destabilizing mass migrations".

London mosque attack leaves one dead and several injured

June 20, 2017

The Finsbury Park Mosque gained notoriety more than a decade ago for sermons by radical cleric Abu Hamza al-Masri, who was sentenced to life in a US prison in January 2015 for his conviction on terrorism-related charges. Police believe the rampage is inspired by Muslim extremist ideology. "The Imam Mohammed did a really good job in calming things down", he said. Monday's attack hit a community already feeling targeted from the fallout from three previous attacks in as many months, all ...

Cabinet meeting in Darjeeling marred by violence by Gorkhaland protesters

June 20, 2017

I have also done protest and rallies for a long period of time (but not done like this). Even as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that the government would take a "tough stand" to deal with the agitators in Darjeeling , Gorkha Janmukti Morcha (GJM) activists reportedly torched an under-construction ITI building at Mungpoo which is 33 km from Darjeeling .

Imam praised for saving life of suspect in London mosque attack

June 20, 2017

The attack was timed to coincide with the end of prayers during Ramadan, when Muslims were going home after night-time prayers for their early morning meal before today's fast. She was hurried into the building, with aides saying she was keeping to a tight schedule, but was greeted with heckles and jeers as she got into her vehicle to go back to Downing Street.

This is how Kindergarten class reacted to 'Wonder Woman'

June 20, 2017

There is one girl that refuses to listen to you unless you address her as Wonder Woman . Gadol is superb in the lead role, her battle ready statuesque looks mixed with real heart and winning chemistry with Pine makes for compelling viewing.

Single ticket wins $447M Powerball jackpot

June 20, 2017

The owner of a Southern California liquor store says he doesn't know who bought the winning $447.8 million Powerball ticket. Lottery officials said the earliest the $447.8 million ticket could be redeemed is 8am tomorrow. The 10th largest Powerball drawing was held Saturday night. No one has won the jackpot since April 1, thus the reason for its large size. Powerball is played in 44 states, plus Washington, DC; Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.

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