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Teacher of the year photo goes viral

June 20, 2017

Rhode Island's Teacher of the Year knows how to strike a pose. "That's all" and finished with three rainbow emojis. His photo has more than 22,000 likes, as well as thousands more shares and comments. So I, I looked at Trump and I was like, "Do you mind if I use the fan?' I figured since he complimented it, it wouldn't be an issue". "I wore a rainbow pin to represent my gratitude for the LGBTQ community that has taught me to be proud, bold, and empowered by my identity - even when ...

Watch Jennifer Lopez Get Adorably Interrupted by Alex Rodriguez During Interview

June 20, 2017

Fresh off a vacation with girlfriend Jennifer Lopez , Alex Rodriguez joined the cast of ABC's " Shark Tank " at a press event in L.A. tonight. As far as JLo is concerned, she does seemed to be affected. Jennifer still gushes about Alex every chance she gets. Lopez and Rodriguez went public with their relationship in March, and have done little to hide their affection for one another since.

Trump wrong to attack Mayor of London: May

June 20, 2017

Khan's office fired back quickly, saying the mayor had " more important things to do than respond to Donald Trump's ill-informed tweet that deliberately takes out of context his remarks". "Our special relationship with the USA means that we will stand up and speak out when something is wrong, and Donald Trump is wrong about many things".

Sex-Offender Social Media Ban Thrown Out by US Supreme Court

June 20, 2017

Before the Packingham case came to the court , the justices have not had many occasions to opine about social media. He was quick to add that states could enact a more narrowly tailored laws "that prohibit a sex offender from engaging in conduct that often presages a sexual crime, like contacting a minor or using a website to gather information about a minor".

Supreme Court again limits where companies can be sued

June 20, 2017

Meadows said he was disappointed, but thought there were still ways to establish jurisdiction in St. Louis. Writing for the Supreme Court majority on Monday, Justice Samuel Alito said the California court was wrong to rule that it could hear the case "without identifying any adequate link between the state and the nonresidents' claim".

11 killed, 20 injured in Afghan Taliban attack

June 20, 2017

The attackers, some dressed in Afghan military uniforms, managed to pass through two checkpoints in military vehicles before being stopped, after which they opened fire on the busy compound. A spokesman for the U.S. military command in Kabul denied reports by an Afghan official that Americans had been killed, but confirmed that an unspecified number of soldiers had been wounded at Camp Shaheen, which is the headquarters of the Afghan army's 209th Corps in the northern city of Mazar-i-Sharif.

Shoey fits for Ricciardo as Hamilton wins

June 20, 2017

Shortly afterwards, Toro Rosso's Carlos Sainz tangled with Haas' Romain Grosjean on the curving straight between Turns Two and Three. But though the damage was apparent from outside the vehicle, Vettel said he was unaware of it from inside the cockpit, and Ferrari's subsequent failure to notice it meant the German missed the chance to pit for a replacement under the early safety auto.

Photos of the London attackers' fake explosive belts have been released

June 20, 2017

Each of the three attackers wore the leather belts when they carried out the brutal attacks on London Bridge last week (June 3) which killed eight people. The attackers used pink ceramic kitchen knives. Officers from the Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Command arrested a 28-year-old man at a residential address in East London at 2:05 a.m., police said.

188, 588 voters in Kogi West endorse Melaye's recall

June 20, 2017

But a total of 188,588 people from Kogi West senatorial district have reportedly endorsed the recall of the senator from the Senate. In Mopa-Amuro, out of 18,356 registered voters, 9,186 signed; Kabba-Bunu has 60,522 registered voters, 28,277 signed; Kogi has 46,810 registered voters, 27,703 signed, Lokoja has 116,296 registered voters, 63,736 signed while in Ijumu, out of 46,819 registered voters, 24,283 signed.

Suspect in shooting began day at YMCA

June 20, 2017

Mika, a MI native, was one of five people shot when a gunman opened fire Wednesday as the Republican team practiced in Alexandria, Virginia . Before the additional surgery Saturday, doctors had focused on repairing extensive damage to the blood vessels in Scalise's abdomen, which was riddled by scores of bullet fragments.

PM: Details of agreement with DUP will be made public

June 20, 2017

It is believed to have been caused by the DUP's big financial demands, for both higher public spending in Northern Ireland and lucrative tax breaks. The Guardian is also aware that a Northern Ireland law firm has considered a similar challenge. The intervention comes after Brexit Secretary David Davis was seen to have been dealt a blow in the opening day of withdrawal negotiations with the European Union , after it was agreed trade deal talks would not begin until October at the ...

Jay Sekulow: Trump's Actions on Comey Not Obstruction of Justice

June 20, 2017

Sekulow responded that Trump's firing of Federal Bureau of Investigation director James Comey does not amount to obstruction of justice, before sparring with Cuomo over leaks to the press. Sekulow joined Trump's personal legal team, which includes Marc Kasowitz, Trump's go-to lawyer for years on both personal and business matters; Mark Bowe, who works with Kasowitz; and newly hired John Dowd, a well-known DC-based attorney.

BJP playing vote bank politics by nominating Dalit for president: Shiv Sena

June 20, 2017

Meanwhile, a livid Congress has said the decision was taken without their consensus. On the other hand, Sena MP Sanjay Raut said, " Amit Shah had met Uddhav Thackeray to seek support for the presidential candidate". Mayawati , for example, who is a Dalit icon, said she would not object to Mr Kovind unless the opposition fields another Dalit as its candidate. Though BJP had managed to break BSP's stranglehold over the Dalit vote in UP assembly elections, the increasing friction between ...

United Nations rights chief urges global probe of Congo killings

June 20, 2017

In his appeal to the U.N. Human Rights Council, Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein cited "harrowing" reports from U.N. rights experts he deployed this month to interview refugees from the central Kasai regions. Congolese security forces and a militia fighting them have killed at least 3,383 people in the central Kasai region since October, the Catholic church said on Tuesday, in the most detailed report to date on the violence.

Adele pictured visiting Grenfell Tower firefighters for 'cup of tea and cuddle'

June 20, 2017

Another local resident, called Zee, told Sky News: "There's still confusion, no one really knows what's going on". The number of victims is reportedly expected to rise, as countless others were hospitalized after the fire. Queen Elizabeth II said Britain was left sombre by the London tower block inferno , as Prime Minister Theresa May , accused of misreading the mood, met survivors on Saturday at Downing Street.

East London Mosque evacuated after bomb threat

June 20, 2017

Five residents identified images of the man being arrested as their neighbour, Osborne, who according to reports is originally from Somerset. The U.K. The 47-year-old van driver was pinned down by people at the scene before being detained by police. Bystanders wrestled the driver out of the van and held him down until police arrived.

Coast Guard to observe International Yoga Day

June 20, 2017

This was the third edition of the annual event held in the nation's capital, in a picture-perfect setting against the backdrop of the iconic Washington Monument. Pandey also said that farmers on this occasion will take a pledge to spend at least half an hour daily on yoga. "Yoga is very new for us". UP Governor Ram Naik and the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will lead the full dress rehearsal at the Rama Bai ground.

No Comment From North Korea on Warmbier Death

June 20, 2017

In a separate written statement, Trump offered his "deepest condolences" to Warmbier's family "on his untimely passing". While Trump has warned that "all options" are on the table, so far he's focused on pressuring China - North Korea's main ally and benefactor-while looking to get on the same page with a more dovish administration in South Korea .

Korea blasted as recently freed Otto Warmbier dies

June 20, 2017

Department of State says it has "received with deep sadness" news about the death of an American college student who was released from North Korea and returned home to OH in a coma last week. It was reported that the young man had been in a coma for an entire year since April 2016 which was a month after his sentencing. Ohio's US senators sharply criticized North Korea soon after his release.

Special Counsel Not Investigating President Donald Trump for Obstruction

June 20, 2017

Ironically, there is a viable case for obstruction of justice to be asserted against Comey, which stands in contrast to the questionable Post story on purported obstruction of justice investigation of the president. Donald Trump , however, is using his Twitter platform to disparage the Russian Federation investigation, attack the people running it, and expose himself to still more jeopardy.

Finsbury Park suspect Darren Osborne's family 'in shock'

June 20, 2017

One man died at the scene and 10 people were injured. He was arrested, initially for attempted murder and later on terror grounds, police said on Monday. Pauline Tibbs, 48, said: "The police have been back and forward here all day". "This was an attack on London and all Londoners. We should all stand together against extremists whatever their cause".

UK makes big concession on day one of Brexit talks

June 20, 2017

Mr Barnier made clear that Brussels intends to stick to its timetable of dealing with the terms of Britain's withdrawal before moving on to discussing future trade relations. Davis said she will tell them about plans to guarantee rights for some 3 million European Union citizens in Britain under a proposal to be made next week.

Suspect Named In Van Attack On Worshippers Leaving London Mosque

June 20, 2017

In remarks outside Downing Street on Monday, Prime Minister Theresa May said, "It is a reminder that terrorism , extremism and hatred take many forms; and our determination to tackle them must be the same whoever is responsible". When two men were killed last month in Portland, Oregon, defending two young women who appeared to be Muslim from an anti-Islam tirade, Trump waited three days before calling the attacks "unacceptable" and praising the men who stood up "to hate and intolerance".

Gurugram woman gangraped in moving vehicle in NCR

June 20, 2017

Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Siddhartha Nath Singh on Tuesday expressed sorrow over the recent Greater Noida gangrape incident and said the police would help the Haryana Police as much as possible to nab the culprits. They also allegedly threatened her with dire consequences if she approached the police. However, no FIR is lodged yet. "We're examining CCTV footage to identify the three suspects", he added.

Turkish parliament passes legislation to send troops to Qatar

June 20, 2017

The crisis has thrust the USA into a delicate position because of its alliances with all sides - and because Qatar hosts the nerve center for U.S. air operations in the Middle East , including the fight against Islamic State. Qatar hosts the Al-Udeid military base, the largest U.S. airbase in the Middle East. "The nation of Qatar , unfortunately has historically been a funder of terrorism at a very high level", he said , before referencing his meeting with the Arab-Islamic American ...

UK police: Mosque attack suspect held on terror charges

June 20, 2017

That attack also appeared inspired by Islamist extremism. British Prime Minister Theresa May described the situation as a "terrible incident", the Guardian said. One person was killed and 11 others injured in the attack. Unlike with other recent attacks targeting civilians, there were no early-morning tweets voicing sympathy for the victims or vowing a renewed fight against violent ideologies.

Wounded congressman improves after shooting

June 20, 2017

Hodgkinson has been identified as the suspect in the Wednesday, June. U.S. House Majority Whip Steve Scalise speaks to the media after a meeting at Trump Tower on December 12, 2016, in New York City. Sava declined to put a timeline on when that would happen, or when Scalise, 51, would be able to leave the hospital. The bullet that struck Scalise tore through his pelvis, fracturing bones, injuring internal organs and causing severe bleeding, the hospital said.

London Bridge attack: Images released of terrorists' fake explosive belts

June 20, 2017

As the three set upon one young male passerby armed police arrived and shot them dead, firing a total of 46 shots. People walk past floral tributes on the southern end of London Bridge for victims of the attack , during the morning rush hour, in London , Monday, June 12, 2017.

Puerto Rico votes on statehood: Polls and protests

June 20, 2017

Puerto Rico has effectively been in a state of bankruptcy following a decade of depression. Meantime, right after the credit rating agencies reduced the island's bonds to junk status, vulture funds swooped in to buy up numerous island's heavily discounted bonds, hoping/thinking/planning/expecting to reap a windfall when the USA taxpayers finally bailed out the island and paid off the bonds at face value.

Muslim teen assaulted, murdered in US

June 20, 2017

After an hourslong search, Fairfax County police found Hassanen's body in a pond. Chairwoman Randall said police found a bat near the scene. A Muslim girl was found dead a day after she was assaulted near a mosque in the U.S. Police searched for hours in an attempt to locate the missing girl, only to locate what appeared to be her remains at about 3 pm. The lack of a hate crime investigation provoked deep skepticism among some American Muslims .

Chandrababu Naidu to seek Mamata's support for Kovind

June 20, 2017

He also worked as an Executive Officer of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). The former Chief Secretary, earlier, also questioned the state government for exempting entertainment tax to Telugu film Gauthamiputra Sathakarni, in which Chandrababu Naidu's brother-in-law and Hindupur MLA N Bala Krishna acted as a hero.

India raises rice, cotton buying prices as farmers' protests mount

June 20, 2017

The steering committee of farm leaders and activists, however, promptly rejected the government offer, reiterating its demand for a blanket farm loan waiver without any conditions. As Indian farmers' in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra continue to protest, the Indian government has reponded. The 35 farmers' groups, including Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatana, Communist Party and Peasant and Workers Party, refused to accept the parameters drawn by the government.

Ramnath Kovind's Presidential nomination is matter of happiness, says Nitish Kumar

June 20, 2017

JD (U ) - The Janata Dal (United), a rival of the BJP in Bihar, has not indicated where its support lies. A source in the CPI (M) also told Catch that the fact that BJP Chief Amit Shah announced his name makes it clear that forget across-the-board consensus, Kovind is only BJP's candidate, not even NDA's.

CBI forecasts "steady but subdued" economic growth

June 20, 2017

However, business groups are now expecting 1.6 per cent growth for the rest of the year and 1.4 per cent for 2018 compared to previous forecasts of 1.3 per cent and 1.1 per cent respectively. But with the pound still low and expected to remain so, we do expect more of a lift from net exports. After a large drag in the first quarter, the CBI expects net trade to support economic growth throughout the forecast period.

Sadiq Khan says Grenfell Tower fire national disaster after "years of neglect"

June 20, 2017

Commander Stuart Cundy , a spokesman for London's Metropolitan Police, also cautioned there may have been people in the tower that police are not aware of, which would add to the death toll. Flames rapidly engulfed the 24-storey Grenfell Tower in the early hours of Wednesday. "I have heard horrifying stories from the fire brigade, from police and from victims themselves who were in that tower but also from other local residents, some of whom of course have not been able to go back to ...

58 people missing and presumed dead in Grenfell Tower tragedy, police say

June 20, 2017

Commander Stuart Cundy, of the Metropolitan Police, warned the death toll could rise further as he formally identified the first victim as 23-year-old Syrian refugee Mohammad Alhajali. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland). People demonstrate demanding answers over the Grenfell Tower fire, in London , Friday June 16, 2017. The recovery operation at the burnt-out block of flats, which was briefly stalled due to safety reasons, has resumed and could take weeks, he said.

US courts reject Trump appeal over Muslim US entry ban

June 20, 2017

Hawaii Attorney General Douglas Chin talks about a USA appeals court decision on President Donald Trump's revised travel ban Monday, June 12, 2017 in Honolulu. The high court could still act before then on the separate emergency request in a similar case from Maryland. "S.C.", Trump posted on the social messaging site.

58 dead and presumed dead in London blaze, UK police say

June 20, 2017

Cundy said there may have been other people in the tower who police are not aware of, and that could increase the death toll. Police Commander Stuart Cundy said the number of 58 is based on reports from the public and may rise. Hundreds have been left homeless by the blaze, putting more pressure on officials in a city already plagued by a chronic housing shortage. Having ordered an emergency aid package for the fire survivors and a full public inquiry into the incident, Prime Minister ...

Woman raped by Roman Polanski asks for 'mercy' to end court case

June 20, 2017

That's satisfactory to me. In the late 2000s, the famous director served nearly a year of the 50-year-long sentence "in Swiss prison". The now 54-year-old Samantha Geimer said that she had been traumatized by insults, mistreatment and media attention in the aftermath of the 1977 case that has yet to be resolved .

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

June 20, 2017

Susan Thornton, the USA acting assistant secretary of state for East Asia, said earlier on Monday that the U.S. is concerned for the welfare of the three other U.S. In a statement Monday, his parents say when Otto was carried off that airplane "he looked very uncomfortable, nearly anguished?". While officials have reacted to past provocations with alarm and warn that the U.S.

United Kingdom police release brother of Manchester attacker Ismail Abedi without charges

June 20, 2017

Police spokesman Russ Jackson called the discovery of the auto "potentially a significant development". As a precaution, people were being evacuated from the nearby Ronald McDonald House , which offers accommodation for families with children who are being treated in the hospital.

Warmbier death: Trump condemns 'brutal regime' North Korea

June 20, 2017

The University of Virginia student was medically evacuated from North Korea last week, more than a year after a court sentenced him to 15 years in prison with hard labor for allegedly trying to steal a propaganda banner. Fred Warmbier father held a news conference on Thursday in which he said the Barack Obama administration did not do enough to free his son. Weeks before his release, Miller spoke briefly to The Associated Press at a Pyongyang hotel, where the North Korean ...

Everything you need to know about the Finsbury Park attack

June 20, 2017

He was also killed by police. But there were also some reservations amongst worshippers - ranging from the way the media reports events and on the community, to how politicians and decision-makers respond. Its former imam, Abu Hamza al-Masri, was jailed for life in NY on terrorism charges in 2015. According to the council in a follow-up tweet , the van struck the victims closer to the Muslim Welfare House.

Auto bomb in Somalia capital kills at least 7, police say

June 20, 2017

A column of white smoke was seen above the capital and some houses were rattled by the blast, DPA news agency reported. The Islamic militant al-Shabaab has emerged as the worst violator of global agreements regarding child soldiers . It is now battling militant Islamists from the al-Shabab group, which is affiliated to al-Qaeda. "This is the man who organises the killing of civilians and suicide attacks in the capital, and we succeeded in capturing him this morning", said Abifutah Omar ...

India, Pakistan become full members of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation

June 20, 2017

The prime minister said the membership would help Pakistan combat terrorism, reduce arms race, fight poverty and deal with climate change and water scarcity. The two countries are also in contention over the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG), where China has been adamant about its stand to block India's admission into the 48-member prestigious group.

UK PM admits failings after tower fire

June 20, 2017

Police Commander Stuart Cundy said the number of 58 is based on reports from the public and may rise. "(But there was) nothing, they weren't collating these numbers". "People have lost their lives, people have had their homes destroyed, they have fled for their lives with absolutely nothing". He told the Press Association: "I'm positive because I think it was a real chance for local residents, people affected by this tragedy, to voice their concerns directly to the Prime Minister so that ...

Community remembers Pulse Nightclub victims one year later

June 20, 2017

Monday, memorials were held throughout Orlando and across the country to honor those lives taken. Many at the memorial service Monday say, if the goal of the shooter was to divide the community, his actions have had the opposite effect. That's the exact time Omar Mateen starting firing shots one year ago during "Latin Night" at the gay nightclub in the heart of downtown Orlando. Gov.

The student the United States died after returning from North Korea

June 20, 2017

Bae, a Korean-American missionary from Lynnwood, Washington , was imprisoned for more than two years after North Korea charged him for anti-state activities. "The U.S. government should not just throw up its hands and say, 'This is just how North Korea is.' But how do you do that in a smart way where there is some modicum of accountability?" "Now, the assessment of risk for Americans visiting North Korea has become too high".

Aided Syrian forces start IS-captured Raqqa offensive

June 20, 2017

Talal Sillo, a SDF spokesman, said the operation had begun the "great leap" towards Raqqah in coordination with the US-led coalition purportedly fighting Daesh in Syria and neighboring Iraq . "They are fighting street battles inside Raqqa now, and we have experience in urban warfare", she said. The Pentagon statement did not further identify the targeted forces.

BSP to support Kovind if opposition doesn't announce dalit candidate

June 20, 2017

The BJP will highlight the fact that it chose a lower caste leader for the country's top post at a time when it has absolute majority in the Lok Sabha, a position that allows it to put up a President of its choice. "They told us that they will consider our suggestions but have now announced their candidate unilaterally in a non-transparent manner", said Raja. "All the opposition parties will try to reach a common decision", he added.

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