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Korea to Send Orchestra to S. Korea to Perform During Olympics
- January 16, 2018
It is expected to play folk music and classical pieces from around the world at the Olympics. What is it? An opening that could produce some talks between the US, South Korea and Japan and maybe some pressure to expand the talks from just a sports event to something more substernal that can include China and Russian Federation. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
It is expected to play folk music and classical pieces from around the world at the Olympics. What is it? An opening that could produce some talks between the US, South Korea and Japan and maybe some pressure to expand the talks from just a sports event to something more substernal that can include China and Russian Federation. (more...)
Exam shows Trump in ´excellent health´: White House
- January 16, 2018
El Salvador has also sent a formal letter of protest over Trump comments. "The point is, if you have a Ph.D., I don't care what country you're from, we want you", Barry Bennett, a former Trump adviser, told The Hill newspaper . Mr Trump was not apologetic and denied he was racist, instead blaming the media for distorting his meaning, said the confidant. Get a live view of Mar-a-Lago, the resort President Donald Trump calls his winter White House. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
El Salvador has also sent a formal letter of protest over Trump comments. "The point is, if you have a Ph.D., I don't care what country you're from, we want you", Barry Bennett, a former Trump adviser, told The Hill newspaper . Mr Trump was not apologetic and denied he was racist, instead blaming the media for distorting his meaning, said the confidant. Get a live view of Mar-a-Lago, the resort President Donald Trump calls his winter White House. (more...)
Czech election: Zeman faces presidential run-off in opposition to Drahos
- January 16, 2018
The first round of voting, which took place over two days, passed uneventfully apart from a semi-naked protester who tried to disrupt Mr Zeman casting his vote in Prague on Friday and accused him of being in the pocket of Russian President Vladimir Putin. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
The first round of voting, which took place over two days, passed uneventfully apart from a semi-naked protester who tried to disrupt Mr Zeman casting his vote in Prague on Friday and accused him of being in the pocket of Russian President Vladimir Putin. (more...)
'Absolute carnage': Two people dead after six-vehicle crash in NSW
- January 16, 2018
Emergency services were called to the location about 12.30pm (Tuesday 16 January 2018) after reports of a collision involving two trucks and four cars. 'One auto is believed to be completely crushed under a truck, ' she told the Sydney Morning Herald. "It is an absolute horror". "We are treating multiple patients, some are still trapped by compression at this stage". (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Emergency services were called to the location about 12.30pm (Tuesday 16 January 2018) after reports of a collision involving two trucks and four cars. 'One auto is believed to be completely crushed under a truck, ' she told the Sydney Morning Herald. "It is an absolute horror". "We are treating multiple patients, some are still trapped by compression at this stage". (more...)
Media outlets around the world struggle to translate Trump's "sh*thole" comments
- January 16, 2018
Akufo-Addo's comments follow a strongly worded African Union statement on Friday and a demand from African ambassadors at the United Nations for a retraction and an apology. It is because Donald Trump knows that that does not sound believable that he goes to the utterly insane length of adding the utterly insane statement, I am the least racist person. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Akufo-Addo's comments follow a strongly worded African Union statement on Friday and a demand from African ambassadors at the United Nations for a retraction and an apology. It is because Donald Trump knows that that does not sound believable that he goes to the utterly insane length of adding the utterly insane statement, I am the least racist person. (more...)
Update on Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MMC)
- January 16, 2018
The stock of RealPage, Inc. The company was downgraded on Friday, September 4 by TheStreet. The 1-year high was reported on Jan, 15 by Barchart.com . UBS Asset Management Americas Inc. raised its stake in Marsh & McLennan Companies by 93.7% in the third quarter. Waterstone Cap Management LP reported 391,200 shares. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
The stock of RealPage, Inc. The company was downgraded on Friday, September 4 by TheStreet. The 1-year high was reported on Jan, 15 by Barchart.com . UBS Asset Management Americas Inc. raised its stake in Marsh & McLennan Companies by 93.7% in the third quarter. Waterstone Cap Management LP reported 391,200 shares. (more...)
Mekhi Brown, the Alabama player who went nuts on sideline, is transferring
- January 16, 2018
According to the report, the 6-foot-5, 240-pound linebacker applied at TSU and was admitted during the fall. Brown has reportedly already moved into a dorm on campus and has already started taking classes. During the game, Brown appeared to try and punch a Georgia player then choke a member of the Alabama staff . Per reports, Brown was actually on his way out of Tuscaloosa before last Monday. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
According to the report, the 6-foot-5, 240-pound linebacker applied at TSU and was admitted during the fall. Brown has reportedly already moved into a dorm on campus and has already started taking classes. During the game, Brown appeared to try and punch a Georgia player then choke a member of the Alabama staff . Per reports, Brown was actually on his way out of Tuscaloosa before last Monday. (more...)
Trump supporters demand arrest of London Mayor Sadiq Khan
- January 16, 2018
Please stand back, do not touch us. According to Sky News , supporters of President Donald Trump disrupted a speech being made by London Mayor Sadiq Khan and attempted to arrest him. This reinforces what a mistake it was for Theresa May to rush and extend an invitation of a state visit in the first place". Many of us love America. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Please stand back, do not touch us. According to Sky News , supporters of President Donald Trump disrupted a speech being made by London Mayor Sadiq Khan and attempted to arrest him. This reinforces what a mistake it was for Theresa May to rush and extend an invitation of a state visit in the first place". Many of us love America. (more...)
Kushner Warned That Wendi Murdoch Could Be Working for Chinese Government
- January 16, 2018
Sources told The Journal that counterintelligence officials had warned Kushner about the relationship, and that they were concerned about Murdoch's role in pushing for a Chinese-government funded garden in Washington, D.C. Deng Murdoch has also been rumored to have had relationships with several high profile politicians, including former U.K. Prime Minister Tony Blair , and even Russian President Vladimir Putin , relationships that would be of interest to intelligence officials. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Sources told The Journal that counterintelligence officials had warned Kushner about the relationship, and that they were concerned about Murdoch's role in pushing for a Chinese-government funded garden in Washington, D.C. Deng Murdoch has also been rumored to have had relationships with several high profile politicians, including former U.K. Prime Minister Tony Blair , and even Russian President Vladimir Putin , relationships that would be of interest to intelligence officials. (more...)
United Kingdom construction giant Carillion sinks into liquidation
- January 16, 2018
In July a year ago, a week after its initial profit warning, it was named as one of the contractors on Britain's new High Speed 2 rail line, a flagship project that will better connect London with the north of England. Lidington insisted that the government was aware of the company's troubles and had prepared contingency measures in case the contracted work could not be fulfilled by Carillion. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
In July a year ago, a week after its initial profit warning, it was named as one of the contractors on Britain's new High Speed 2 rail line, a flagship project that will better connect London with the north of England. Lidington insisted that the government was aware of the company's troubles and had prepared contingency measures in case the contracted work could not be fulfilled by Carillion. (more...)
I didn't make any racial comment - Donald Trump - President Trump
- January 16, 2018
Trump, making his 11th trip to Mar-a-Lago since taking office, left Mar-a-Lago at about 9:30 a.m. The President has drawn sharp criticism since he was reported to have called certain countries " shitholes " while discussing immigration with lawmakers Thursday. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Trump, making his 11th trip to Mar-a-Lago since taking office, left Mar-a-Lago at about 9:30 a.m. The President has drawn sharp criticism since he was reported to have called certain countries " shitholes " while discussing immigration with lawmakers Thursday. (more...)
MLK Day not just 3-day weekend
- January 16, 2018
Sharpton cited the Trump administration's policies on health care, criminal justice reform and the environment, saying that they negatively impact communities of color. For all blacks and every race. USA presidents have typically observed the holiday publicly, making remarks or attending events honoring the day. This week, we might find ourselves thinking, If only the President of the United States understood the power of words the way Dr. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Sharpton cited the Trump administration's policies on health care, criminal justice reform and the environment, saying that they negatively impact communities of color. For all blacks and every race. USA presidents have typically observed the holiday publicly, making remarks or attending events honoring the day. This week, we might find ourselves thinking, If only the President of the United States understood the power of words the way Dr. (more...)
Donald Trump denies being a racist after offensive comments
- January 16, 2018
U.S. Rep. Robert Pittenger, a Republican from Charlotte, went on WBT Friday morning to defend Trump's remarks and did so with incredibly twisted logic. According to two people briefed on the meeting, Mr Trump said: "Why are we having all these people from shithole countries come here?" Word of Trump's comments threatened to upend delicate negotiations over resolving the status of hundreds of thousands of immigrants who were brought to the country illegally as children. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
U.S. Rep. Robert Pittenger, a Republican from Charlotte, went on WBT Friday morning to defend Trump's remarks and did so with incredibly twisted logic. According to two people briefed on the meeting, Mr Trump said: "Why are we having all these people from shithole countries come here?" Word of Trump's comments threatened to upend delicate negotiations over resolving the status of hundreds of thousands of immigrants who were brought to the country illegally as children. (more...)
Snow emergency declared in St. Paul and Minneapolis
- January 16, 2018
On Tuesday, beginning at 8 a.m., the day plow routes will begin to be plowed. Parking restrictions will begin at 9 p.m. Monday in Minneapolis as plows tackle " Snow Emergency Routes ". For more information , see the city's snow removal web page or call the Janesville Snow Hotline at 608-755-SNOW (7669). The plowing operation means delays are likely in garbage and recycling pickup and Christmas tree collection. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
On Tuesday, beginning at 8 a.m., the day plow routes will begin to be plowed. Parking restrictions will begin at 9 p.m. Monday in Minneapolis as plows tackle " Snow Emergency Routes ". For more information , see the city's snow removal web page or call the Janesville Snow Hotline at 608-755-SNOW (7669). The plowing operation means delays are likely in garbage and recycling pickup and Christmas tree collection. (more...)
New Hampshire celebrates Martin Luther King Day
- January 16, 2018
Whether it's spending the day researching King and his legacy, volunteering in a citizen action group or simply watching the "Our Friend Martin" cartoon, there are many ways to celebrate. "Especially as Americans because we believe, we all know and we all believe, this is the greatest country in the world". Also on this day, the US stock market is closed. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Whether it's spending the day researching King and his legacy, volunteering in a citizen action group or simply watching the "Our Friend Martin" cartoon, there are many ways to celebrate. "Especially as Americans because we believe, we all know and we all believe, this is the greatest country in the world". Also on this day, the US stock market is closed. (more...)
Ireland grouped with West Indies for 2019 World Cup qualifier
- January 16, 2018
The top three in each of the two pools go through to a Super Six competition, from which two will go through to the 2019 World Cup in England and Wales. Also, winning points from group stages will be carried over to Super six stage apart from those who gained against the bottom two from each group. The finalists will progress to the World Cup, whilst the Netherlands (ICC World Cricket League Championship winners) and the three highest finishing Associate Members will earn ODI status till ... (more...)
- January 16, 2018
The top three in each of the two pools go through to a Super Six competition, from which two will go through to the 2019 World Cup in England and Wales. Also, winning points from group stages will be carried over to Super six stage apart from those who gained against the bottom two from each group. The finalists will progress to the World Cup, whilst the Netherlands (ICC World Cricket League Championship winners) and the three highest finishing Associate Members will earn ODI status till ... (more...)
East commuters should expect slippery roads and 'dangerously low wind chills'
- January 16, 2018
The snow should begin to move in between 5 to 8 AM. Snow is also in the forecast through Wednesday but little accumulation is expected - an inch or less tonight , less than a half-inch on Tuesday . However, there is some uncertainty with this storm, as well as another area of low pressure expected to form off the North Carolina coast Wednesday . (more...)
- January 16, 2018
The snow should begin to move in between 5 to 8 AM. Snow is also in the forecast through Wednesday but little accumulation is expected - an inch or less tonight , less than a half-inch on Tuesday . However, there is some uncertainty with this storm, as well as another area of low pressure expected to form off the North Carolina coast Wednesday . (more...)
Music For Thought! A Playlist Inspired By Martin Luther King Jr
- January 16, 2018
Martin Luther King, Jr . and organized, but since the death of the civil rights leader, Lewis said the country hasn't been the same. "I hope so." Sullivan added , " More people coming together as one to look up on Dr. "Now under Trump they have become much more electric, much more risky and he certainly gives them a lot of comfort because off his racial insensitivities and his racist remarks", Rush said. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Martin Luther King, Jr . and organized, but since the death of the civil rights leader, Lewis said the country hasn't been the same. "I hope so." Sullivan added , " More people coming together as one to look up on Dr. "Now under Trump they have become much more electric, much more risky and he certainly gives them a lot of comfort because off his racial insensitivities and his racist remarks", Rush said. (more...)
Actor Suresh Gopi MP arrested, released on bail
- January 16, 2018
Suresh then filed for an anticipatory bail and said that the allegations against him were false. Malayalam superstar and BJP MP Suresh Gopi was on Monday arrested on charges of giving a fake address and released on bail, police said. He explained that he had rented a property in Puducherry, which has been in use since 2009. Rajya Sabha Member and BJP's star campaigner in the previous elections, actor Suresh Gopi, was arrested by Crime Branch here on Monday and was later released on ... (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Suresh then filed for an anticipatory bail and said that the allegations against him were false. Malayalam superstar and BJP MP Suresh Gopi was on Monday arrested on charges of giving a fake address and released on bail, police said. He explained that he had rented a property in Puducherry, which has been in use since 2009. Rajya Sabha Member and BJP's star campaigner in the previous elections, actor Suresh Gopi, was arrested by Crime Branch here on Monday and was later released on ... (more...)
Munro's third ton, New Zealand's highest score
- January 16, 2018
New Zealand won consecutive two series against West Indies where team Windies is now travelling New Zealand where they were scheduled to play a Test, a ODI and a T20 series against Black Caps. Martin Guptill made 63 while for the West Indies Carlos Brathwaite took two for 50. "Some of (our) plans we executed and he got past them". "What was good with his knock was that he always capitalised on our mistakes and we presented a few too many to him". (more...)
- January 16, 2018
New Zealand won consecutive two series against West Indies where team Windies is now travelling New Zealand where they were scheduled to play a Test, a ODI and a T20 series against Black Caps. Martin Guptill made 63 while for the West Indies Carlos Brathwaite took two for 50. "Some of (our) plans we executed and he got past them". "What was good with his knock was that he always capitalised on our mistakes and we presented a few too many to him". (more...)
Cape Town digs deep for drought mitigation
- January 16, 2018
It was claimed De Lille had failed to account to the council adequately on irregularities and financial losses incurred by the city as a result of its contract related to the operation of the MyCiTi bus service, and that she failed to take remedial action in this regard. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
It was claimed De Lille had failed to account to the council adequately on irregularities and financial losses incurred by the city as a result of its contract related to the operation of the MyCiTi bus service, and that she failed to take remedial action in this regard. (more...)
Steve Bannon to testify before House Intel Committee in Russian Federation probe
- January 16, 2018
Politico reported earlier on Thursday that Bannon had hired a lawyer to deal with the probe by the House Intelligence Committee. The poll was taken before Bannon was sacked from Breitbart . Democrats have been disputing this, saying there is much work remaining to determine whether Russian Federation attempted to influence the election on Trump's behalf or whether Trump colluded. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Politico reported earlier on Thursday that Bannon had hired a lawyer to deal with the probe by the House Intelligence Committee. The poll was taken before Bannon was sacked from Breitbart . Democrats have been disputing this, saying there is much work remaining to determine whether Russian Federation attempted to influence the election on Trump's behalf or whether Trump colluded. (more...)
I Pray Akufo-Addo Blasts Donald Trump Face-to-Face - Kabila
- January 16, 2018
Tell us what you think of facts and the context in which they are stated or claimed . Trump said he would prefer more people from places like Norway instead. "I'm telling you he did not use that word and I'm telling you it's a gross misrepresentation", Sen. "I think we have a lot of sticking points but they are all Democrat sticking points". (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Tell us what you think of facts and the context in which they are stated or claimed . Trump said he would prefer more people from places like Norway instead. "I'm telling you he did not use that word and I'm telling you it's a gross misrepresentation", Sen. "I think we have a lot of sticking points but they are all Democrat sticking points". (more...)
'School sermons': J&K minister asks Army Chief to stay off education
- January 16, 2018
BJP J&K unit spokesperson in a statement asked Bukhari to be pragmatic and accept the reality. Speaking on the issue in assembly, NC MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar told house that Army chief statement is sad and unwarranted and that he should not have given such a statement which send a wrong message to Kashmir. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
BJP J&K unit spokesperson in a statement asked Bukhari to be pragmatic and accept the reality. Speaking on the issue in assembly, NC MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar told house that Army chief statement is sad and unwarranted and that he should not have given such a statement which send a wrong message to Kashmir. (more...)
World's Most Expensive Prison, Saudi Arabia's Ritz-Carlton, Will Reopen to Guests
- January 16, 2018
A Ritz-Carlton employee told Reuters on Monday that bookings by the public would once again be accepted beginning February 14. According to its website , the hotel offers a gentlemen-only spa, a cigar lounge and an indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as "52 acres of lavishly landscaped gardens, spacious and sumptuous accommodations, fine-dining restaurants and 62,000 square feet of elegant event space". (more...)
- January 16, 2018
A Ritz-Carlton employee told Reuters on Monday that bookings by the public would once again be accepted beginning February 14. According to its website , the hotel offers a gentlemen-only spa, a cigar lounge and an indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as "52 acres of lavishly landscaped gardens, spacious and sumptuous accommodations, fine-dining restaurants and 62,000 square feet of elegant event space". (more...)
Carson: 'I don't agree with the president about everything'
- January 16, 2018
This followed the South African government issuing a démarche to acting U.S. ambassador Jessye Lapenn, summoning her to a meeting at the Department of International Relations and Co-operation (Dirco) to explain Trump's reported insult. "We're building a wall between here and Mexico". Even the United Nations believes the comments are racist. Trump reportedly said the USA should allow in more people from places such as Norway. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
This followed the South African government issuing a démarche to acting U.S. ambassador Jessye Lapenn, summoning her to a meeting at the Department of International Relations and Co-operation (Dirco) to explain Trump's reported insult. "We're building a wall between here and Mexico". Even the United Nations believes the comments are racist. Trump reportedly said the USA should allow in more people from places such as Norway. (more...)
Canada lodges WTO complaint against the US
- January 16, 2018
Mnuchin said, "we are expecting that will be re-negotiated or we will pull out". The two other sources, who are involved in the trade talks and asked not to be named, said that Mexico remains firm on its position to get up and leave from the negotiating table if Trump goes through with the move. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Mnuchin said, "we are expecting that will be re-negotiated or we will pull out". The two other sources, who are involved in the trade talks and asked not to be named, said that Mexico remains firm on its position to get up and leave from the negotiating table if Trump goes through with the move. (more...)
White House not denying Trump used profanity to describe African countries
- January 16, 2018
Trump referred to "shithole countries" in Africa during a meeting Thursday on immigration . Let me pick up on what happened after that White House meeting on immigration President Donald Trump hosted on Tuesday - the one he turned into an nearly hour-long show, with Sen. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Trump referred to "shithole countries" in Africa during a meeting Thursday on immigration . Let me pick up on what happened after that White House meeting on immigration President Donald Trump hosted on Tuesday - the one he turned into an nearly hour-long show, with Sen. (more...)
Pyongyang plans to send music band to Winter Olympics in South Korea
- January 16, 2018
South Korea has also proposed a united women's ice hockey team with the North. "If the Moranbong Band members, who are all formally military officers, come to the South in military uniforms, it could cause discomfort among many South Koreans", Cheong said. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
South Korea has also proposed a united women's ice hockey team with the North. "If the Moranbong Band members, who are all formally military officers, come to the South in military uniforms, it could cause discomfort among many South Koreans", Cheong said. (more...)
Romanian Prime Minister Mihai Tudose resigns
- January 16, 2018
Tudose, 50, said he was quitting after a little more than six months in office "with my head high" and would clear out his office immediately. Last year, the Social Democrats ousted the government in a no-confidence vote due to a rift between Dragnea and the previous prime minister, Sorin Grindeanu. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Tudose, 50, said he was quitting after a little more than six months in office "with my head high" and would clear out his office immediately. Last year, the Social Democrats ousted the government in a no-confidence vote due to a rift between Dragnea and the previous prime minister, Sorin Grindeanu. (more...)
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