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Tillerson: Russia 'bears responsibility' for suspected chemical attack in Syria

January 23, 2018

The Syrian government may still be using chemical weapons after a suspected chlorine attack in the rebel enclave of eastern Ghouta, the United States said on Tuesday, adding that Russian Federation ultimately bore responsibility. In the speech he called for "patience" on Assad's departure - the clearest indication yet of U.S. acceptance that Russian Federation and Iran have bolstered Assad and that he is unlikely to leave power immediately.

Muslims pray in Mecca for Turkey's victory in Afrin

January 23, 2018

According to BBC, the YPG denied Turkish troops were on Afrin soil, saying they had "repelled" the attacks and forced them to retreat. Ankara earlier said the Turkish military had entered Afrin. Moscow will demand Turkey halt its military operations at the United Nations meeting, according to Russian senator Frants Klintsevich, who is the deputy chairman of the defence and security committee.

BJP men pelt stones, clash with cops; Odisha bandh tomorrow

January 23, 2018

The Congress has called for a 12-hour state-wide shutdown in Odisha from 6 am to 6 pm tomorrow, seeking justice for the Kunduli gang rape victim who allegedly committed suicide by hanged herself yesterday. "She used to say that she is not feeling well and will attend the school once she gets better", said Jagannath Soren, district welfare officer, Koraput.

Senate Advances Measure to End Government Shutdown

January 23, 2018

It includes a six-year extension of funding for the Children's Health Insurance Program. CHIP expired last fall. The most significant sticking points in negotiations remain over immigration reform, particularly the status of so-called " Dreamers ", immigrants who arrived in the USA illegally as children but now hold jobs and high school diplomas.

SNL Tackles Trump's 'Unbiased, 100 Percent Accurate Health Assessment'

January 23, 2018

For Democrats on the ballot in numerous states that President Trump carried, the fresh government shutdown is unmistakably perilous, especially if it is seen as a strong-armed move to protect undocumented immigrants brought to this country illegally as children.

United Nations chief asks India, Pak to resolve issues through dialogue

January 23, 2018

Asked about escalating tensions between India and Pakistan due to ongoing skirmishes and firing along the border, Dujarric said, "We're obviously aware". While Pakistan has repeatedly condemned the unprofessional approach of targeting innocent civilians by the Indian army from across the Line of Control.

EU removes Panama, seven others from tax haven list

January 23, 2018

The Panama Papers and Paradise Papers exposés, of April 2016 and November 2017 respectively, are seen to have forced an issue that had already been under discussion. The list, however, has drawn a great deal of scrutiny from lawmakers in Brussels and campaigners alike, with the decision to delist Panama drawing particular ire.

Deal that broke Senate impasse: Kids' health but no DACA

January 23, 2018

The agreement, brought forth by a bipartisan group of senators and embraced by their parties' leaders, is a bare-bones accord that provides temporary funding to keep the government operating for just under three weeks. Notably, numerous Democrats who voted against the agreement included a litany of potential 2020 presidential candidates including Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Elizabeth Warren.

Snoop Dogg Donates $35K Toward Colin Kaepernick's 'Million Dollar Pledge'

January 23, 2018

Snoop asked the former QB to donate to Mothers Against Police Brutality and the rapper ended up adding an additional $15k to the organization. In a tweet, Kaepernick said his foundation would give $10,000 to help communities continue to fight for justice, and Snoop matched the pledge.

Natalie Portman Speaks Out About Sexual Exploitation At The Women's March

January 23, 2018

And the other real message is there is no one issue. A survivor of sexual abuse, Davis referenced the women who fear joining the #MeToo movement against sexual assault . "This is one of the worst times in our history and that's why I honestly believe that women are going to be the ones that fix it", Cher told the crowd.

First look at a leaked draft of Trump administration's infrastructure plan

January 23, 2018

President Donald Trump seems close to addressing one of his biggest campaign promises, with the news website Axios on Monday publishing what it said was a leaked draft document detailing the White House's infrastructure plans. The specifics could change by the time the White House releases a formal proposal. A White House spokeswoman told Axios that she wouldn't comment on the document and that the administration would present its plan in the "near future".

Monday's forecast: Another warm day, possibly rainy night

January 23, 2018

Snow is likely Sunday night through Monday . Mostly cloudy. High 63°. High near 35. Windy, with a north wind 18 to 26 miles per hour, with gusts as high as 36 miles per hour. A 20 percent chance of showers after 4am. Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 37. There's a chance of rain Monday night and there will be an 80 percent chance of showers Tuesday , the National Weather Service said.

Vikings QB Case Keenum not ready to worry about offseason yet

January 23, 2018

First, they paid him almost triple the going rate to sign him to their practice squad in 2017 after the Broncos cut him at the end of the preseason. Multiple national reports Sunday indicated the most likely scenario is that the Vikings will use the franchise tag on Keenum, which would be a one-year commitment at more than $20 million.

Mueller's office questioned Sessions in Russian Federation investigation

January 23, 2018

A Justice Department spokeswoman confirmed to The Times that Sessions sat down with members of the special counsel's office last week for several hours with Washington lawyer Chuck Cooper by his side. As attorney general, Mr. Sessions was deeply involved in the firing of the former F.B.I. director, James B. Comey. Sessions is entangled in Mueller's investigation in multiple ways.

US Senate Passes Measure to Reopen Government Through February 8

January 23, 2018

But Senate leaders have been wary of such a move in the past, as it could come back to haunt them the next time the other party holds a majority. " Democrats are united in their determination to get the job done". Senators", activist Cristina Jimenez, executive director of group United We Dream said in an emailed statement . A block of liberal Democrats - some of them 2020 presidential hopefuls - stuck to their opposition.

Fire breaks out at Port Coquitlam rail yard

January 23, 2018

Just before 10 p.m., the city announced the fire was under control. There were no reported injuries and the city said on Twitter that the truck driver and rail employees "are all safe". Emergency crews from neighbouring communities were put on standby. However, a statement from the railway said it was actually the train that hit the truck at the yard's entrance onto Lougheed Highway.

Tamim Iqbal, Shakib Al Hasan guide Bangladesh to easy win over Zimbabwe

January 23, 2018

The hosts had already qualified for the final, while Sri Lanka now need to win their next game to reach the final. Tamim scored 76 off 105 balls, including six fours, while Shakib contributed with an 80 ball-51 alongside his three wickets.

Pay attention to US-UK rapport, Rex Tillerson says

January 23, 2018

The new embassy became a point of strain in U.S. Mattis calls North Korea situation "sobering" Mattis: North Korea situation "sobering" MORE on Monday said the US may not be able fix the flaws in the Iran nuclear agreement in time to meet a White House deadline, a remark that comes shortly before talks on Iran with three European countries get underway next week.

Assange a 'Problem' That Created 'More Than a Nuisance' - Ecuador President

January 23, 2018

Moreno was forced to respond to complaints from the Spanish government. Britain said that it would refuse to recognise Mr Assange as a diplomat. He has in the past warned the Wikileaks founder not to interfere in Ecuadorean politics or "that of nations that are our friends".

Why this government shutdown was unlike any other

January 23, 2018

In a bid to win over a few Democratic holdouts, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell also pledged to take up legislation on immigration and other top Democratic priorities if they weren't already addressed by the time that spending bill would expire.

Connie Sawyer, the oldest actress in Hollywood, has died aged 105

January 23, 2018

With more than 140 TV and film credits to her name, Sawyer was known as Hollywood's oldest working actress who worked through late 2017. The actress" most notable and recognizable role was her role as the woman who stole Jim Carrey's wallet in the comedy " Dumb and Dumber '.

Marshall County High School 'Shooting'; Multiple Victims Reported

January 23, 2018

People at the scene have confirmed a shooting at Marshall County High School. Lee Joffre, superintendent of the Italy Independent School District, which has about 600 students, said the shooter left the building immediately after opening fire.

Spain works to stop former Catalan leader from returning home

January 23, 2018

Mr Puigdemont, who was in Denmark yesterday to give a speech, potentially faces decades of jail in Spain for leading Catalonia's independence drive. In Madrid, Spanish Interior Minister Juan Ignacio Zoido said he was anxious that the 55-year old - who faces arrest the minute he steps back in Spain - could now try to discreetly return to the parliament in Barcelona for a vote on his candidacy.

Women, independents drive advantage for Dems ahead of midterms

January 23, 2018

This is twice as large a gap as existed between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump during the 2016 presidential election, one that is nearly entirely attributable to the shift in white women's sentiments toward the GOP . This weekend's women's marches - one year after larger demonstrations following Trump's inauguration - showcased the sustained enthusiasm Democrats will depend on in midterm elections where fewer than half of citizens vote.

White House says Trump focused on minimizing shutdown harm

January 23, 2018

President Donald Trump suggested Sunday that Republican senators should use their majority to bypass Democrats and pass a long-term budget, effectively ending the government shutdown . The ad focuses on the ongoing death penalty trial in Sacramento, California, of Luis Bracamontes, an illegal immigrant from Mexico accused of killing two local deputies in 2014.

'Janta curfew' in halls if 'Padmaavat' is screened: Karni Sena

January 23, 2018

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court rejected the plea by Rajasthan and MP governments seeking a recall of its earlier order on the grounds of law and order. Asked about the protests against the movie in various states by Karni Sena members, Kalvi said, "These are not communal". Chief minister Yogi Adityanath's office and senior officials of the state's home department weren't available for comment on the issue of threats to cinema hall owners.

Donald Trump Thanks 'Crazy Jim Acosta' for Reporting Shutdown Victory

January 23, 2018

Mr Trump, who famously authored a book called 'The Art of the Deal, ' wrote: 'Big win for Republicans as Democrats cave on Shutdown. President Donald Trump slurred CNN as "fake news" and attacked one of its reporters by name as news broke about a MI man who was arrested for threatening a mass shooting at the network's headquarters.

UAE military ordered not to escalate Qatar crisis

January 23, 2018

It is an important strategic area, and gives Oman partial control of the popular shipping route the Strait of Hormuz, which it shares with Iran. The Abu Dhabi branch of the Louvre has been forced to replace a map accompanying an exhibit after it appeared to wipe off Qatar, with which the emirate is in an worldwide spat.

Government Shutdown Ends With One Clear Loser: Democrats

January 23, 2018

Hours later the Senate approved the final bill by the same 81-18 vote, sending it to the House and President Donald Trump for expected approval so the government can reopen. But the shutdown's continuing into Monday meant that hundreds of thousands of workers stayed home and key federal agencies were affected. And there's no way of predicting what the White House will do to derail all of this.

Corruption trial of former Cuomo aide to begin

January 23, 2018

This week, he faces trial in New York City on federal charges he used that relationship to collect more than $315,000 in bribes from two companies doing business with the state. They did not comment but all have said previously that they are innocent of the charges. Percoco and several co-defendants have pleaded not guilty in a case that alleges bid-rigging and bribery related to state economic development projects.

After false missile alarm, Ige couldn't log on to Twitter

January 23, 2018

Reporters asked Ige why it took 15 minutes for the governor to alert citizens about the false alarm. It took nearly 40 minutes for an updated alert to be sent to phones, by which time many people had heard news of the false alarm through news reports or social media updates.

Arsene Wenger's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang comments upset Borussia Dortmund

January 23, 2018

Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc had initially denied that Arsenal were pursuing Aubameyang when the rumor first came out, but club CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has now admitted that they were negotiating with the Gunners. Wenger was asked if the Gabaon global would fit in at the Emirates, and he said: "Yes because character can be a positive note and a very negative note".

Turkish soldier killed in Syria operation

January 23, 2018

Erdogan has slammed critics who describe the operation as an "invasion" and said Turkish troops would leave after fulfilling their mission. On January 20, the Turkish General Staff declared the start of the operation dubbed "Operation Olive Branch" against the Kurdish People's Protection Units around Afrin where about 1.5 mln Syrian Kurds are living.

Governor Greitens proposes cutting higher education funding

January 23, 2018

In his first interview since acknowledging an extramarital affair, Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens said Saturday that there was "no blackmail" and "no threat of violence" by him in what he described as a months-long "consensual relationship" with his former hairdresser.

Despite Leading 2013 Shutdown, Cruz Says I've 'Consistently Opposed' Them

January 23, 2018

Ted Cruz (R-TX) for misrepresenting his role in the last government shutdown . "Didn't you say all of this when this happened to you?" she asked pointedly. When he was challenged by reporters who said he "stood in the way" and caused the governmental shutdown over his crusade to defund the Affordable Care Act, he said the media "love" to blame shutdowns on Republicans .

Government Reopens For Business, But Immigration Fight Still Looms

January 23, 2018

That passed the Senate overwhelmingly, and later in the day the House added its approval 266 to 150. "Since our meeting in the Oval Office on Friday, the President and I have not spoken, and the White House refused to engage in negotiations over the weekend".

US Senate approves deal to end three-day shutdown

January 23, 2018

Channeling rage from immigration activists, the possible 2020 candidates were highly critical of their leaders' willingness to trust that Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell , R-Ky., will allow an immigration vote after February 8 if senators can not strike a deal before then.

Egypt's Former Chief of Staff Arrested Over Presidential Bid

January 23, 2018

Egypt's Interior Ministry could not immediately be reached for comment. An army spokesman said in a televised statement that Anan's announcement was meant to drive a wedge between the armed forces and the Egyptian people. We've got more newsletters we think you'll find interesting. Anan had announced his intention to run, two hours after current President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi declared his plan to seek a second term.

Coquitlam family grieves death of teen bystander killed by stray bullet

January 23, 2018

Choi described the events leading up to Alfred's death when he was hit by a bullet fired into the vehicle as the family was driving home from a family dinner they had with the Wongs' older son. Wong's older brother and the family's pastor will be answering questions at Vancouver Police Department headquarters. "Everyone gave their best and we are very thankful for that", he said.

What will Trump speak about in Davos next week?

January 23, 2018

DONALD Trump is set to snub Theresa May for a second time after their embassy visit row as he plans to avoid her at the Davos summit next week. President Trump's trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland , is officially on hold due to the government shutdown, White House spokesman Hogan Gidley told NBC News .

Tesla Driver Arrested For DUI - Claims Car Was On Autopilot

January 23, 2018

The unidentified motorist was arrested and charged with suspicion of DUI after being found unconscious on the Bay Bridge with a blood alcohol content "more than" twice the legal limit, the California Highway Patrol posted on Twitter Saturday.

Shutdown over: Trump signs continuing resolution to reopen federal government

January 23, 2018

The US Senate voted to end a shutdown of the government last night with Democrats agreeing to lift a blockade on federal funding in return for a promise of action on immigration reform . Democrats, as a condition of supporting a new spending stopgap, demanded a resolution of the uncertain future Trump created for the Dreamers with his DACA order past year.

US Senate votes to end government shutdown

January 23, 2018

Congress has ended a three-day United States government shutdown , after Republicans and Democrats voted for a temporary funding bill. The Senate voted 81-18 to procedurally advance legislation to fund the government through February 8 in exchange for a pledge from the Senate's Republican leadership to take up a renewal of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals immigration protections for those brought to the US illegally as children.

London's Charing Cross Station closes due to gas leak

January 23, 2018

Two fire engines, 20 fire rescue units and 20 firefighters were sent to the scene. "We will reopen the station as soon as we have clearance from emergency services that it is safe to do so. The area was cordoned off throughout the morning and staff in some nearby offices who arrived for work were later evacuated, an AFP photographer said.

Police release harrowing video to stop people using phones while driving

January 23, 2018

New legislation came into effect on March 1, 2017, and under the new law drivers will receive six points on their license and a £200 fine. The stricter stance was meant to cut down on usage and make drivers rethink their opinions and the consequences of their actions.

Police claim Zainab's murderer in custody

January 23, 2018

Her parents were away on pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, and the girl and her two sisters and brother were watched over by her aunts and uncles who all live in the same house in an impoverished neighborhood of narrow lanes on the outskirts of the city.

Pence says US Embassy to move to Jerusalem by end of 2019

January 23, 2018

The two discussed the embassy move from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem with Pence assuring the move will take place by the end of 2019. In a much anticipated and deeply divisive speech from the Vice President, members of the predominantly Arab "Joint List" faction had previously announced that they would boycott the address by absenting themselves from the plenum.

US Supreme Court Sides with ND in Waters of the US Decision

January 23, 2018

It also throws into doubt the future of a 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decision to put the Obama-era rule on hold. "We have argued from the beginning that the District Court here in North Dakota is the proper place for this litigation".

Corruption cases: Two more witnesses record statements against Sharif family

January 23, 2018

Also listed as witnesses, are two officials from the Ministry of Information, two from NAB and one from a private TV channel. Regional Manager Operations of a private bank Ghulam Mustafa told that court that he appeared before the NAB Rawalpindi along with an officer of a private bank on August 22.

Magnitude 8.2 quake off Alaska prompts tsunami warning

January 23, 2018

The warning was issued after an natural disaster with a magnitude of 8.2 hit 175 miles southeast of Kodiak City, Alaska. The alert has warned people in low-lying areas to move to higher ground. They said that if a tsunami had been generated, it was not likely to arrive in New Zealand for at least 12 hours. The USGS earlier recorded the quake as a magnitude 8.0, 19km deep.