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Opposition picks Meira Kumar as presidential candidate

June 23, 2017

Sources said senior JD (U) leaders, including the party's state chief Vashistha Narayan Singh and some cabinet ministers received calls for an "urgent meeting" in the light of the latest development on the presidental election. "But how far that nomination has affected our unity will be known only tomorrow and will be based on the number of leaders who will be there", the sources said.

May says 3m European Union citizens can stay in Britain

June 23, 2017

The EU has made a priority of the rights of three million European citizens living in Britain, plus a million Britons resident in Europe . Her office at Downing Street declined to reveal details about the proposals on citizens' rights. He said: "I am not a dreamer. You may say I am a dreamer but I'm not the only one". Although prime minster Theresa May has formed a government, she needs a pact with Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) to prop up her minority Conservative ...

Sunk? Four GOP Senators Oppose The Better Care Reconciliation Act

June 23, 2017

Obamacare helped young people get insured by allowing them to stay on their parents' insurance until they were 26. "Jewish tradition's emphasis on caring for the sick and lifting up those in need inspires us to call on Senators to reject the Better Care Reconciliation Act of 2017 ".

Qatar denounces move by Gulf states to cut air, sea links

June 23, 2017

President Donald Trump changed course on Qatar Wednesday, a day after praising a move by other Gulf nations to sever diplomatic relations with Doha, which hosts a USA military base crucial to the fight against ISIS. The central bank did not respond to a request for comment. On Wednesday, Turkey's parliament ratified two deals on deploying troops to Qatar and training the Gulf nation's gendarmerie.

Corker, Alexander still reviewing health care bill

June 23, 2017

Mr McConnell has only a thin margin of error: The bill would fail if just three of the Senate's 52 GOP senators oppose it. "I'm proud to be one of the people here protesting", she said . S.C. taxpayers also could be hurt if the state has to pay more of the costs for Medicaid , the joint federal-state insurance program for the poor and disabled .

Saudi shares may see some mild profit taking ahead of Eid

June 23, 2017

Daytime temperatures in the desert and Eastern Badia, he added, will be 37 degrees to 40 degrees, while in the hilly areas they will be 31 to 33. Eid Mubarak can therefore be taken to mean " blessed Eid " or "blessed celebration". The month of Ramazan is the ninth month and begins with a combination of a sighting of the new moon and astronomical calculation. What exactly is Eid al-Fitr? Ramadan began in Ghana on Saturday, May 27.

Bihar Class 10 results out, 50% students fail

June 23, 2017

While last year's topper Ruby Roy's "Prodical science" was still fresh in public memory, this year 42-year-old topper Ganesh Kumar was arrested for fudging his name and age, leaving the Bihar government red faced. "As there had been very strict examination this year and new technique such as bar-coding was introduced to maintain secrecy of students during evaluation, we chose to use the board's regulation to provide grace marks to borderline students after an amendment".

63 civilians rescued, 2 BIFF members arrested after North Cotabato attack

June 23, 2017

Members of the BIFF were engaged in a gunbattle with the military, Chief Inspector Realan Mamon, the police chief at Pigcawayan , said in a radio interview. "They were taking advantage of the situation that we have a very lightly defended outpost and that they think our forces are elsewhere in the province", Padilla said.

Mourners Gather In Wyoming, Ohio, For Funeral Of Otto Warmbier

June 23, 2017

Adams was also quoted as saying, "Our military exercises are carried out in the spirit of the October 1, 1953, U.S. -ROK Mutual Defense Treaty and are carefully monitored by the Neutral Nations Supervisory Commission to ensure full compliance with the 1953 Armistice Agreement".

Establishment candidates prevail in Virginia governor primaries

June 23, 2017

Flame-throwing challenger Corey Stewart , the chair of the Prince William County Board of Supervisors, has touted his former role as the Trump campaign chairman and has challenged Gillespie to pledge his allegiance to Trump. "I'm so hopeful that this state of Virginia shows up and sends a big message for all Americans" against Trump, said Barbara Jones, 58, an independent undecided voter.

Greek PM congratulates Labour's Corbyn on election result

June 23, 2017

Yet, despite the Conservative party having nearly certainly outspent their opponents on digital, initial thoughts from social media project Who Targets Me suggest that, while Cambridge Analytica and demographic targeting may have played a large part in the election of Donald Trump, the Conservatives may well have narrowed their sights too much.

Funeral Held for Former North Korean Prisoner Otto Warmbier

June 23, 2017

Warmbier and bring back those three Americans who do remain there", Nauert added. Hamilton County Cororner Dr. Lakshmi Sammarco said in a news release her office received and examined Warmbier's body but the family objected to an autopsy and the coroner only performed an external examination.

Bloemfontein City Hall razed during municipal worker dispute

June 23, 2017

Members of the South African Municipal Workers' Union (Samwu) were gathered outside the Mangaung Metro Municipality's offices, waiting to meet with the union's provincial chairperson. The sandstone building is a national conservation area. According to SA History Online it was designed by Sir Gordon Leith and built in 1935. "We do not want to speculate at this stage.

American student Otto Warmbier released from North Korea, reportedly in a coma

June 23, 2017

But the tubby tyrant chose to release Otto, 22, on Tuesday, and theories about his treatment have surfaced, especially after he was sent home in a coma . The State Department representative "immediately demanded the North Koreans release Warmbier on humanitarian grounds ". "Everybody feels a sense of relief that he is coming back to the United States", said Amy Mayer.

INEC Receives Signatures On Dino Melaye's Recal

June 23, 2017

Olowo accused the senator of distancing himself from his constituents. He said, "In the last two years, some senators have been meeting with their people quarterly". Olowo said it was untrue. According to Yusuf, with this, the next move was to submit the document to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC ) for the next action and today, the signatures have been submitted to INEC.

Funeral for U.S. college student who died after North Korean detention

June 23, 2017

Trump has been counting on China to use its economic leverage with the government of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as American concern grows over the North's acceleration toward having a nuclear missile that can strike the US mainland. Multiple US officials told CNN they are checking on what the President meant in his latest tweet about how China's efforts in North Korea have "not worked out".

Ivanka Trump returns to Hill to talk workforce issues

June 23, 2017

Marco Rubio , who touted paid family leave during his 2016 presidential run, said lawmakers and President Donald Trump's eldest daughter discussed a variety of tax proposals meant to benefit families, particularly those who are low-income.

Three US troops 'killed by Afghan soldier in insider attack'

June 23, 2017

According to Afghan official, two other US soldiers are wounded in the attack, which took place in the Achin district . Two US soldiers killed and two others wounded in attack by Afghan soldier on Saturday. Several Afghan security force members were killed during an overnight operation in Helmand province on Friday when a U.S. military aircraft opened fire during an overnight operation.

No conclusion yet on U.S. student's cause of death

June 23, 2017

The cause of Warmbier's death is not known, and his family objected to an autopsy, a request the Hamilton County Coroner's Office in OH honored. It said his medical records from an air ambulance service that brought him to OH and from the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was hospitalised until his death Monday, have been reviewed, and the treating physicians have been interviewed extensively.

Sean Spicer claims he has never discussed Russian hacking with Trump

June 23, 2017

Last night on Stephen Colbert's Late Show monologue, Colbert took aim at White House press secretary Sean Spicer . "We're going to do what we can to communicate our message, we have tremendous respect for the First Amendment and your ability to do your job and report and seek out ideas", Mr Spicer said.

DNC Chairman Tom Perez suggests Democrats could 'take 50 seats' in House

June 23, 2017

She criticized reporters for focusing on criticism of her rather than the rollout of the Senate healthcare bill on Thursday. Several Democratic lawmakers have said Pelosi's position as a prominent face of the Democratic Party will continue to make winning elections hard.

London Fire: Common Building Material Found to Be 'Combustible'

June 23, 2017

Downing Street said English councils estimated that 600 high-rise buildings used "similar cladding" to the block in west London which was the scene of tragedy last week. "No stone will be left unturned in this inquiry and there will be nowhere for any guilty parties to hide". After apologising for a slow state response to the fire, May said it was right that the head of the local council had resigned.

Off-duty SC sheriff's deputy killed in wreck

June 23, 2017

According to the sheriff's office and state highway patrol, Padgett was on her way home when she lost control of the 2009 Honda Motorcycle and crashed at the side of the road. We are told "information on this case will be released as it becomes appropriate". WARRENVILLE, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - South Carolina Highway Patrol is now working a fatal accident on Huber Clay Rd at Pine Log Rd.

Frank de Boer in line for Crystal Palace job

June 23, 2017

Mauricio Pellegrino has emerged as Southampton's first-choice candidate to replace Claude Puel following an impressive interview and is now poised to follow his friend, Mauricio Pochettino, to St Mary's as the second Argentinian manager in the Premier League.

China 'A' shares get MSCI nod, Argentina snubbed

June 23, 2017

Argentina , it said, would not be upgraded to emerging market status as investors had warned market reforms "needed to remain in place for a longer time period to be deemed irreversible". While it is a small step, global broking houses suggest full inclusion could see up to $US500 billion ($660 billion) worth of foreign capital flow into Chinese equities in coming years.

GST: Power tariffs will not rise, says Piyush Goyal

June 23, 2017

There has not been enough time. Saket Agarwal, Global CEO of Spice Digital, said that over the last couple of weeks there have been quite a few changes. The rules for creating invoices are out. While GSPs help businesses in uploading invoices and filing returns, ASPs actually help in converting the raw sales and purchase data of traders into GST returns.

One dead as Taliban storm Afghan police compound

June 23, 2017

At least two of them were shot dead by the police while one detonated explosives. He says three policemen have been wounded in the attack, which took place today in Gardez, the provincial capital. In the meantime, officials from the government hospital confirmed that over 20 civilians were also wounded in the attack and have been admitted. Thousands of worldwide troops remain in the country to train and assist Afghan security forces as well as carry out counterterrorism missions.

Police blame road rage for killing of teenage Muslim girl

June 23, 2017

Torres then drove his vehicle onto the curb as the group scattered. Witnesses told police that the teens scattered after Torres drove his vehicle on the curb, but he caught up with some of them in a parking lot a short while after. Martinez Torres was arraigned Monday and denied bail pending a July 19 court appearance. In the meantime, Hassanen's family, friends and community are mourning the shock of her brutal death.

Sean Spicer: Reporters Ask Snarky Questions at Briefings to 'Become YouTube Stars'

June 23, 2017

Trump has seen the health care legislation senators are drafting, even though it's expected to be brought up for a vote within days. The Associated Press also reports that conservative radio host Laura Ingraham and Daily Mail editor David Martosko have been in talks to fill senior positions in the White House communications office.

Three US soldiers confirmed dead in Afghan insider attack

June 23, 2017

October 19, 2016 A gunman wearing an Afghan army uniform killed one American soldier and a civilian and wounded three more Americans in an attack in Kabul . soldiers, according to reports in worldwide media. Beginning in 2016, Afghan security forces backed by U.S. military advisers launched a major offensive against ISIS.

Travel companies brace for Trump's Cuba policy announcement

June 23, 2017

According to reports by one USA official who had seen the president's memorandum on the issue, the rollback will include a tightening of travel restricitons on US citizens travelling to the island and a restriction on US business dealings with companies tied to Cuba's military.

USA student freed by N. Korea has 'severe neurological injury'

June 23, 2017

He returned home to OH on Tuesday in a coma after being "brutalized and terrorized by the pariah regime", his family said in a statement . One medical professional said that Warmbier's neurological state can best be described as a "state of unresponsive wakefulness".

Engg rank list out, counselling only after NEET results

June 23, 2017

TNE is a guiding procedure which is led for admission to BE and B.Tech. degree Courses to the University Departments/Constituent Colleges of Anna University, Government and Government Aided Engineering Colleges and for the seats surrendered by the Self - Financing Engineering Colleges.

Trump Authorizes $12 Billion Arms Deal With Qatar Despite Accusations

June 23, 2017

President Trump took the Saudi side - a position quickly countered by the Pentagon, which has praised Qatar for hosting the USA airbase and for its "enduring commitment to regional security". "We are confident that Qatar can address its remaining issues within this timeframe, prior to delivery", said a State Department official, according to the CBS News .

Refugees deserve praise for resilience and courage - UNHCR chief

June 23, 2017

That number is 300,000 people higher than in 2015 and is six million people more than it was in 2014. Syria continued to have the largest forcibly displaced population - 12 million - including 5. Refugee resettlement also rose slightly in 2016, progress that we know has been reversed in 2017 by US President Donald Trump's executive order capping the US intake at its lowest level in 10 years.

Man kidnaps family at gunpoint, makes them take him to Target

June 23, 2017

Owens then allegedly forced the family to go to a Target store where he made them enter with him and purchase bags of clothing and gift cards. One of the family members eventually alerted a Target employee, who called 911. The suspect got out of the vehicle on Estes Street and fled. Owens approached the man again a short time later and again pointed the gun and demanded money but fled without cash.

Army foils infiltration bid on LoC, kills intruder

June 23, 2017

The encounter followed an alleged infiltration bid that the security forces foiled. "A major infiltration bid from across the LoC was foiled by the Army troops in Keran sector today (Thursday) evening", said Defence Ministry spokesman Colonel Rajesh Kalia.

YRP officer convicted of sexual assault charged again

June 23, 2017

In a release on Thursday, Special Investigations Unit Director Tony Loparco wrote that charges have been laid in relation to incidents that reportedly occurred in 2014. Pattenden says a Professional Standards Bureau investigation remains ongoing. The SIU arrested von Seefried on Thursday and he appeared in a Newmarket court.

Saudi, allies issue Qatar-linked 'terrorism' list

June 23, 2017

The ministry's statement said Qatari citizens needed to leave Bahrain within two weeks and that air and sea traffic between the two countries would be halted. "The four countries agreed on categorising 59 persons and 12 entities in their list of terrorism ", they said, affirming "that they won't be lenient in pursuing" such persons and groups.

Israel Flouts UN Security Council Settlement Demand — UN Envoy

June 23, 2017

Discussions have been ongoing since that May 22 trip, the official said. Unnamed White House officials cited by several news sources have reiterated that an agreement between the Israelis and Palestinians is a priority for the Trump administration.

Iraq's army encircles Islamic State in Mosul's Old City

June 23, 2017

The ancient Great Mosque of al-Nuri in the Old City of western Mosul, an over 800-year-old mosque that was the site of the declaration of the ISIS caliphate back in 2014, was destroyed today in a sudden explosion, with United States and ISIS officials trading blame over what exactly happened.

Russian police detain Putin critic Navalny ahead of Moscow protest

June 23, 2017

Tens of thousands of people attended the protests across Russian Federation on Monday (local time ), defiant against what they say is corruption rife throughout the nation. Navalny was also detained at those marches and jailed for 15 days . State media ignored the demonstrations, broadcasting Soviet-style coverage of Putin handing out state awards instead.

North Korea fires suspected cruise missiles after US drills

June 23, 2017

United States ally South Korea said on Wednesday it would hold off on installing remaining elements of the THAAD system, which China strongly objects to, until the environmental study was completed. A United States defense official confirmed a launch had been detected but told CNN the Pentagon was unlikely to release a statement as these were not ballistic missiles capable of posing a long-range threat.

Deputies Shooting At Dog Accidentally Kill Teen — LASD

June 23, 2017

Armando later died at a local hospital. The 17-year-old teenager was struck in the chest by at least one "skip" round several yards from the deputies, who may not have noticed the teenager in the darkness when they fired several rounds at a charging pit bull on Thursday, the Los Angeles Times reported.

China: Activists rescue 1000 dogs, cats ahead of Yulin festival

June 23, 2017

Fang continued: "What the situation crystalises is that the global attention given to Yulin for one week of the year is becoming a distraction from the much larger issue of the dog meat trade's activities every single day of the year across the country".

Teen swept under by current in New Jersey lake

June 23, 2017

Authorities say Quinn attempted to rescue 16-year-old Kaliyah Hand, of Atlantic City, from a rip current as the teens swam on June 15. Authorities have not released the boy's name. The recovery effort resumed early Thursday. Counselors will be available at Hamilton High School West for students and staff today, according to the report.

Senate GOP Unveils Health Care Overhaul as Obamacare Collapses

June 23, 2017

One protester, Phillip Corona, said he was with the disability rights group ADAPT, and had traveled from Wisconsin to make his voice heard. Corona says Medicaid helps his son Anthony get out of bed every morning. Their opposition puts the bill in jeopardy , since Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell can lose only two Republican senators and still pass the legislation.

Turkey debates military support for Qatar

June 23, 2017

Trump accused Qatar of being a high level funder of terrorism. Those tensions spilled into the public arena less than 48 hours after the Qatari emir took part in the Riyadh summit attended by Trump which was meant to showcase United States support for solidarity of Sunni Muslim nations.

Rebels say Syrian army, Iranian-backed militias launch offensive in eastern desert

June 23, 2017

The Russian defense ministry's statement added that any coalition aircraft flying west of the Euphrates River would be tracked and "considered air targets". Syrian government and allied troop. US intelligence analysts quickly concluded that Iran fired the missiles mostly in retaliation for a pair of Islamic State group attacks earlier this month on Iran's parliament building and the tomb of the Islamic Republic's founder.

Marco Rubio joke-investigates Ivanka Trump hug

June 23, 2017

WASHINGTON (AP) Sometimes all you can do is surrender to Twitter . Marco Rubio showed a lighthearted side during CNBC's interview on Wednesday, responding to the social media firestorm surrounding a photo that allegedly showed him awkwardly greeting Ivanka Trump with a hug.

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