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Microphone malfunction leaves Rahul Gandhi red-faced in Karnataka

February 14, 2018

Amit Shah has rejected the charge of corruption. "India should work for creating as many jobs as there are in China, he said, adding that New Delhi must find a peaceful and not aggressive way to counter Beijing". He said, "This is a fundamental conflict with BJP". Start giving jobs to the youth, start helping farmers by waiving their loan. Heard you are even planning to advance elections.

Gunmen kill four paramilitary police in Pakistan's Quetta

February 14, 2018

Miscreants have repeatedly targeted security personnel, police and pro-government people in the area. The dead bodies were shifted to Civil Hospital Quetta while the security forces initiated an investigation into the incident after cordoning off the area.

Oregon Woman the First Human Infected With Cattle Eye Worm

February 14, 2018

But it was a worm: about a centimetre and a half long, translucent and threadlike. Since she started treatment, there are no signs of infection. Beckley pulled a total of 14 worms from her eye for almost three weeks. But until now, it had only been seen in the eyes of cattle. "But what was really exciting it that it is a new species that has never infected people before".

Wanted Indian Mujahideen terrorist, teacher in Nepal, Ariz Khan caught in Delhi

February 14, 2018

He is also wanted in five different cases involving bomb blasts at various cities. Khan was one of the militants who escaped from Delhi's Batla House , where an encounter on 19 September, 2008, killed two Indian Mujahideen terrorists .

Vanessa Trump Taken to Hospital After Opening Suspicious Letter

February 14, 2018

Police said that she called 911 a short time later and said she was coughing and felt nauseous. Police and Secret Service are investigating the incident, but a preliminary investigation suggests the substance mailed to the East 54th Street home did not contain any hazardous elements.

8-year-old Cherish Perrywinkle murder: Donald Smith convicted

February 14, 2018

According to the post-mortem examination, the 8-year-old was raped, tortured, and choked to death by the individual. Ahead of the abduction, Cherish's mother told jurors how Smith offered to buy clothing for her girls, tricking her in to believing she was safe and that his wife would meet them with the money.

Germany eyes free public transport offer to wean nation off polluting cars

February 14, 2018

The letter, sent to Karmenu Vella, the European Union environment commissioner, was signed by Barbara Hendricks, the German environment minister, Christian Schmidt, the agriculture minister, and Peter Altmaier, chief of staff of the chancellery.

COMEY CHAOS: Susan Rice's 'UNUSUAL' Email Raises NEW QUESTIONS About Comey's Testimony

February 14, 2018

Comey, Ms. Yates, or other government officials about the FBI's investigation of allegations of collusion between Trump associates and Russian Federation? Comey said he would", Rice wrote in the email to herself. Sen. Graham called Rice's Inauguration Day email to herself "odd and disturbing". Grassley and Graham suggest that despite Rice's claims that Obama had told Comey to proceed "by the book", questions about the conduct of Federal Bureau of Investigation officials and others have ...

Ukrainian Opposition Leader Saakashvili Flies to Netherlands

February 14, 2018

Speaking in Ukrainian and English, he said he would find a way to return to Ukraine, insisting it is his country. Saakashvili served as Georgian president from 2004-2013, was tapped by Poroshenko to head Ukraine's economically important Odessa region in 2015 but quickly fell afoul of his former university classmate over corruption claims and accusations that Poroshenko was blocking much-needed reforms in favour of powerful organised crime interests in Odessa.

First Openly Gay Olympians Share a Kiss, Shade VP Mike Pence

February 14, 2018

We would be begging for days of Trump back if Pence became president. "The vice president is proud to lead the USA delegation to the Olympics and support America's incredible athletes", Farah said. I don't think he'd make it his life's goal to go against everything Obama did. However, just recently the outspoken the US figure skater said he doesn't want the feud with the vice president to overshadow his Winter Olympics.

Nikki Haley Calls Myanmar's Denial of Ethnic Cleansing 'Preposterous'

February 14, 2018

Myanmar security forces then began a scorched-earth campaign against Rohingya villages that the United Nations and human rights groups have called a campaign of ethnic cleansing . It is nearly six months, since the current rapid, chaotic outflow of more than 688,000 refugees from Myanmar to Bangladesh began, driven by violence and destruction, following decades of repression and exclusion.

Arlene Foster: 'Good progress' but no power-sharing deal yet

February 14, 2018

Leo Varadkar and Theresa May will come face to face in Belfast today as efforts ramp up to form a new Government at Stormont . Varadkar said on Twitter that the two governments held "constructive talks on restoring power-sharing and Brexit".

White powder sent to UK Parliament found to be non-harmful

February 14, 2018

They added: "The letter contained a white powder which is now being assessed by specialists". The Met's Counter Terrorism Command officers are now investigating the incident and the office to which the package has been sent, remains closed.

Investment and development pledges for Iraq at $30 billion: Kuwaiti FM

February 14, 2018

Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir made the pledge at a donor's conference at Bayan Palace in Kuwait City . " Kuwait will earmark $1 billion in loans to Iraq and will commit to another $1 billion as investments", Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah told an worldwide conference on Wednesday.

Peruvian police recapture prisoner who swapped places with twin brother

February 14, 2018

Alexander Jheferson Delgado Herrera had been serving a 16-year sentence for child sex abuse and robbery, the BBC reported . On Monday, police re-arrested Alexander Delgado in the port city of Callao after the Ministry of the Interior offered a reward for information leading to his capture.

Congress is investigating White House's handling of Rob Porter

February 14, 2018

Ryan was asked Wednesday about whether the White House should condemn domestic violence, which President Donald Trump has refused to do in the wake of allegations against former staff secretary Rob Porter . There's a breakdown in the vetting system and that breakdown needs to be addressed. Rep. Trey Gowdy , R-S.C., penned a letter to the White House announcing the House Oversight Committee is opening an investigation into its timeline and handling of a scandal involving a top aide.

Shooting Reported Outside NSA Headquarters In Maryland

February 14, 2018

Washington D.C. -based WTTG/WDCA reported aerial images show a black van with body damage that apparently crashed into white security barriers near an entrance gate. Meade. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone that has been affected. 'We will continue to provide updates as they become available, ' the White House said in a statement.

Piers Morgan Tells Tucker Carlson That Omarosa Propositioned Him On 'Celebrity Apprentice'

February 14, 2018

Speaking with her fellow contestants, she said, "Can I just say this?" The former Trump official entered the US CBB House this week - and has been dishing on her time inside the Trump administration . "So everybody that's wishing for impeachment, you might want to reconsider your life". "We would be begging for days of Trump back if Pence became president".

Toronto firefighter located safely in California after going missing in NY

February 14, 2018

Filippidis was part of a group of off-duty and retired firefighters, friends, and family making an annual ski trip. The search is being led by state Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers in coordination with state police and Whiteface Mountain staff.

France to strike Syria if chemical weapon use is proved, Macron says

February 14, 2018

While U.N. officials say hundreds of thousands of people have been killed in the conflict, Syrian regime officials say the death toll is closer to 10,000. On Feb. 7 week, Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said "all indications" suggest that Assad's forces were using chlorine weapons in the civil war against rebel forces, but being cautious said "we haven't completely documented this".

Zuma Calls Press Conference As Ruling ANC Moves To Force Him Out

February 14, 2018

On Tuesday, all eyes will be on Zuma and whether he will give in and resign, as expected by the ANC. Leading members of the African National Congress now want new party leader Cyril Ramaphosa to replace Zuma as president, ANC Secretary-General Ace Magashule told a news conference.

McConnell Wants To Pass Immigration Reform This Week

February 14, 2018

Though his proposal has no chance of passage, Trump may be the most influential voice in the conversation. Democrats signaled the Republican immigration plan is a non-starter. It would provide possible citizenship for hundreds of thousands of Dreamers, $2.7 billion for border security and some changes in legal immigration rules .

United States urges help for Iraq, offers $3 billion credit line

February 14, 2018

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu today pledged $5 billion in loans and investment for Iraq's reconstruction after its devastating three-year war with the Islamic State group. Iraq's government is pursuing a hard diplomatic balancing act by trying to maintain good relations with both the United States and its Gulf Arab allies and with their main regional foe, Iran.

Leadership row drags SPD into new crisis after Merkel coalition deal

February 14, 2018

Schulz said last week he would quit to allow the party to regroup and he recommended Nahles as leader. Schulz said an extraordinary party congress would be held in the western city of Wiesbaden on April 22 to pick a new leader. "I depart this office without bitterness or resentment", he said, nearly a year after he was elected as SPD party head with 100 percent of the vote.

Oxfam scandal: Aid minister to meet with the National Crime Agency

February 14, 2018

The actress resigned after working with the charity for 20 years, saying she was "horrified" by the scandal. Penny Lawrence, Oxfam's deputy chief executive, said in a statement that she was "deeply sad" and "ashamed". On average there are 600 cancellations per month. The organisation received 78 single gifts, the highest of any day this year, and 44 new regular gifts (direct debits), the highest since March 2017.

Man dies after 'serious accident' involving two vehicles at Heathrow

February 14, 2018

A Heathrow spokesman said: "Following an incident on the airfield involving two members of staff, an investigation is underway and we are working with the Police". A post-mortem will be scheduled in due course. A Metropolitan Police spokesman confirmed the Serious Collision Investigation Unit Health and the Safety Executive has been called in to investigate the incident.

Intelligence Chiefs: Trump Has Not Directed Us to Stop Russian Meddling

February 14, 2018

Coats also spoke about threats from China, Russia and Iran but singled out North Korea as the " most volatile and confrontational" in terms of weapons of mass destruction in the coming year. Sen. Mark Warner , Va., the ranking Democrat on the Intelligence Committee, put the blame squarely on the president. The nation's spy chief said Tuesday that Russian Federation has not slowed down aggressive cyberattacks and political meddling and warned that Vladimir Putin has set his sights on ...

Tonga: Cyclone Gita leaves trail of destruction

February 14, 2018

After cyclone Gita's fierce winds ripped off roofs and felled coconut trees, people in Tonga emerged from shelter to find homes destroyed. Hundreds of military personnel were clearing roads and disaster teams were already assessing the damage.

Tillerson urges Gulf states to resolve Qatar diplomatic dispute

February 14, 2018

He also expressed concern over Saturday's confrontation between Israel and "Iranian assets" in Syria . USA officials offered quick assurances of support for Israel's right to defend itself and called on Iran to get out of Syria. "We'll just have to wait and see", Mr. Tillerson said Monday, a day after Vice President Mike Pence signaled that the U.S.is ready to talk with the North Koreans, despite ongoing tensions over Pyongyang's nuclear and missile provocations.

Hawks raid Gupta home

February 14, 2018

It must not stop at the raid of the Guptas. The road outside the Gupta residence has reportedly been sealed off. The Hawks struck early on Wednesday. The family's also been implicated in the theft of millions of rand from the Estina Dairy Project. Some of the money was allegedly used to pay for a lavish Gupta family wedding at Sun City in 2013.

Blumenthal Dubious of White House Interim Security Clearance Trend

February 14, 2018

Sanders, pressed by reporters at Tuesday's briefing about Wray's account , explained that the White House personnel security office got information a year ago for what they considered the final background investigation report . Kelly. White House press secretary Sarah Sanders repeated the messaging in her briefing yesterday. President Trump himself also said he was "saddened and surprised" by the claims.

Bill, Melinda Gates voice concerns over Trump's "America First" view

February 14, 2018

The scale of its giving highlights the trend of philanthrocapitalism , in which billionaires - from the Gates' to the Zuckerbergs - give charity through foundations that may have little oversight, regulation, or public input due to the financial power they wield.

The woman who didn't trust security with her handbag

February 14, 2018

A now viral picture shows the unnamed woman on all fours on the conveyor belt, while staff stood watching. The Chinese woman passenger was so scared that her handbag could get stolen due to the hustle-bustle at the station. It's still not known why the woman climbed into the X-ray machine. It's unclear though why she did such a thing - possibly she had a lot of cash that's traditionally given as a gift for Chinese New Year.

Trump's lawyer 'paid $130K to porn star linked to President'

February 14, 2018

The book proposal promises to explain Cohen's role in an embarrassing episode surrounding $130,000 he reportedly arranged for Trump to pay to porn star Stephanie Clifford just days before the 2016 election. It was the Wall Street Journal that reported January 12 Cohen paid Clifford $130,000 as part of a non-disclosure settlement before the presidential elections of 2016.

This is DACA's 'last chance,' Trump says

February 14, 2018

White House Budget Director Mick Mulvaney said Tuesday he likely would not have supported President Donald Trump's 2019 budget proposal if he were still serving as a member of Congress, but that he supports it as a member of the president's administration.

Syria Promises 'More Surprises' Should Israel Try To Attack In The Future

February 14, 2018

Israel and Iran have been clashing for years. Jonathan Conricus said Saturday's incident marked the most "blatant and severe violation of Israeli sovereignty" yet. Syria claims the drone was simply on a routine mission against the Islamic State . It is both a strategic ally of Israel, and at the same time it enjoys some level of access or reliability from Iran.

Trial of Palestinian teen begins

February 14, 2018

Nariman was arrested the day after Ahed and is charged with incitement for livestreaming the video, which later went viral. Ms Tamimi's mother, Nariman, and cousin, Nour, were also in court on Tuesday. A large crowd of local and global journalists had shown up to cover the trial of Tamimi, who has become something of an icon for Palestinians and supporters of their cause worldwide.

The UK's Hidden Role in Assange's Detention

February 14, 2018

The allegations were dropped in May 2017. "He's a man who wants to impose his terms on the course of justice", Judge Emma Arbuthnot said . If her decision goes in Assange's favour, a public legal case against him would no longer exist in Britain.

Omarosa warns America of Mike Pence, says he's worse than Trump

February 14, 2018

She did not expand on what was making her uncomfortable, but said "when I can tell my story, it is a profound story that I know the world will want to hear". "I couldn't breathe", she later said in the diary room after grabbing her inhaler. So we might as well continue to watch Celebrity Big Brother and ignore our impending doom.

Off-duty Chicago police officer fatally shot during pursuit

February 14, 2018

An armed physical confrontation ensued and Bauer was shot multiple times, he added. Chicago Superintendent Eddie Johnson identified the officer as Commander Paul R. The dispatcher replied, "I understand, but somebody else is following him and we want to make sure we get him help". "OK, is that an off-duty [police officer]?" the dispatcher said.

Trump administration proposes changes to SNAP program

February 14, 2018

In Montana, the benefits are distributed through the electronic benefit transfer, or EBT, system. Under the full-scale redesign, the Agriculture Department would use a portion of those benefits to buy and deliver a package of US -grown commodities - officially dubbed "America's Harvest Box" - to recipients, using the government's buying power to lower costs.

Woman's last words lead Alameda Co. investigators to arrests in her death

February 14, 2018

Ms Cuesta willingly got in the vehicle of Daniel Gross , 19, and his girlfriend, Melissa Leonardo , 25, both of Modesto , before she was beaten and stabbed, police allege. "She was always a fighter, she was always courageous, strong, a leader". When police arrived at the scene, they found that the woman still had all her arms, but was in a critical condition from the stabbing attack.

Up to 100 Russian soldiers killed in USA airstrikes in Syria

February 14, 2018

They are not connected to the armed forces of the Russian Federation, " Peskov said in a conference call with journalists. A source in the Russian Foreign Ministry earlier told TASS that reports on dozens and hundreds of Russian citizens allegedly killed in Syria were misinformation.

#ObamaPortraits: The Obama Portraits Sparked Crazy Flurry Of Memes

February 14, 2018

The former first lady said she thought about the impact Sherald's art will have on "girls and girls of color". In a since-deleted tweet on this, Hannity wrote , "Obama's portrait - a stark contrast to predecessors with inappropriate sexual innuendo".

Netanyahu says government 'stable' after police recommend his indictment

February 14, 2018

He added that "our government will finish its term and I am sure that in the next elections [due in 2019], I will again win your confidence". In a detailed statement, police named Arnon Milchan , a Hollywood producer and Israeli citizen, and Australian businessman James Packer, saying that for almost a decade, from 2007 to 2016, they gave gifts, including champagne, cigars and jewellery, worth a total of more than one million shekels (US$283,000), to Netanyahu and his family.

New York City Terror Bomber Sentenced to Multiple Lifetimes in Prison

February 14, 2018

Ahmad Rahimi was sentenced to multiple life terms in prison Tuesday after planting bombs in NY and New Jersey. Berman approved restitution to victims at the sum of $562,803 as proposed by the government. Federal prosecutors said in court papers that Rahami has not shown remorse and had tried to radicalize fellow prisoners at the federal jail in NY where he has been imprisoned since his arrest.

Trump prods Congress amid debate on immigration

February 14, 2018

The latest ruling again orders the administration to process renewal applications from existing DACA recipients, but stops short of ordering the administration to accept new applications from individuals who hadn't been part of the program before.

North Korean ski coach: It's an 'honor' to compete in Olympics

February 14, 2018

Pence was reported to have said he reached the new understanding with South Korean President Moon Jae-in, who has been pushing for diplomatic solution to the standoff over North Korea's nuclear and missile programs, in two substantive conversations during his visit to South Korea .

Kim Jong Un invites South Korean president for summit: South Korea

February 14, 2018

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's sister comes home Sunday night after an eventful three days in South Korea , where she sat among some of the world's top-officials at the Olympics and made a diplomatic offer to the South meant to end seven decades of hostility.

Father Of Otto Warmbier Says North Korea 'Not Really' Participating In Olympics

February 14, 2018

Vice President Mike Pence , said during excerpts of an interview posted Saturday that he doubts the symbolic significance of North Korean involvement in the games. Moon urged the North Koreans to talk with Washington as soon as possible. Much has been made of Olympics rapprochement between North Korea and South Korea, which are still split by war.

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