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Goldman Sachs strategist: Yes, Marine Le Pen can win in France

March 25, 2017

Le Pen, who has said she admires Putin, reiterated her call for a lifting of the European Union's economic sanctions imposed on Russian Federation over its role in the Ukraine conflict. "I think he also represents a new vision". Marine Le Pen visited the Museums of the Moscow Kremlin. If Macron gets only 75 percent of his voters to cast their ballots, Le Pen could be the next president of France.

UK MP tries to save stabbed policeman in Westminster attack

March 25, 2017

United Kingdom foreign minister Tobias Ellwood was covered in blood and looked dazed as paramedics arrived at his side. He said at the time: "I am a witness, I was the last one on the scene before he died so I am not allowed to say anything".

Israeli Officials Pledge to Consider Trump Concerns on Settlements

March 25, 2017

The two delegations discussed Israeli settlement construction, following up on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington and Trump's envoy to the Middle East Jason Greenblatt's recent visit to Israel, the statement added.

Ukraine accuses Russian Federation of 'state terrorism' after former MP shot

March 25, 2017

Voronenkov was to depose against Ukraine's former president Viktor Yanukovych, who had fled to Russian Federation after the Maidan revolution in 2014. Poroshenko did not hesitate in pointing the finger at Russian Federation. The incident took place just outside the Premier Palace Hotel in downtown Kiev around 11.25 am local time .

Jeff Flake: Wiretapping of Trump Tower by Obama 'just didn't happen'

March 23, 2017

On Monday, FBI Director James Comey publicly contradicted Trump's claims for the first time . O'Reilly said that there is absolutely no evidence that Obama tapped Trump Tower during the presidential campaign. "I wouldn't want to believe that about anybody". Mr Obama and the GCHQ in the United Kingdom have denied any involvement in such activity, despite Fox News analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano's comments to the contrary.

JJC Police Department Begins Fundraising Efforts for Special Olympics Illinois

March 21, 2017

Mulligan was nominated by her coach, Sandra Morgan, a year ago to participate in the World Games. Downhill ski coach Ron Struch (left), snowshoe coach Joanne Zahaiko (middle) and floor hockey athlete Elijah Wood (right) are three of the 10 Manitobans representing Canada at the 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games, which began March 14 and finish March 25 in Graz, Austria .

Kim Jong Nam's body identified through DNA from child

March 21, 2017

The body was secretly taken out of the morgue for the embalming on Sunday night, avoiding the attention of dozens of media representatives stationed outside. South Korean intelligence officers say Kim Jong Un had issued standing orders for the elimination of his elder half-brother. Malaysian authorities have confirmed that the body of Kim Jong-nam has been embalmed.

Why are M&S, McDonald's & Tesco pulling their Google ad space?

March 21, 2017

In the United Kingdom, a committee of MPs has meanwhile demanded that Google explain how government adverts have appeared on "inappropriate and hate-filled sites" and whether the government and advertisers will be refunded payments made to the U.S.

US Denies Striking Syrian Mosque After Dozens Reported Killed

March 18, 2017

But around the same time, at least 42 people were killed in an apparent airstrike on a nearby mosque, according to the British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights . Al Jina is located in a rebel-held region of Syria. A powerful Syrian opposition group and other opposition activists blamed the US -led coalition for the airstrike.

Trump Travel Ban: Girl Guides of Canada Axes All Trips to US

March 17, 2017

While some USA trips are already scheduled and approved, the Girl Guides of Canada reports the Provincial International Assessors will contact the "small number of groups" about the next steps. A nationally sponsored trip to a California camp that was scheduled for this summer is being relocated. " We hope that members will appreciate this reflects our commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunities for all girls and women ", the statement said.

Confirmed: DNA sample came from Jong-nam's son

March 17, 2017

Meanwhile, Malaysia's deputy police chief indicated Thursday that Kim's family had given its approval to Malaysian authorities to decide what to do with his embalmed remains, but the official did not make it clear whether the family wanted to take possession of the body.

Dutch Elections: Polls Open to Determine Future of Far-Right

March 16, 2017

Geert Wilders , leader of the anti-Islamist Dutch Freedom Party (PVV). He has vowed to close the borders to Muslim immigrants, shut mosques and ban sales of the Koran. "Rutte is scared." In truth, only a massive win by Mr Wilders, whose policies include a legally far-fetched pledge to ban the Koran and a referendum on European Union membership - would force other parties to consider working with him in a coalition government.

French presidential candidate Fillon under formal investigation

March 16, 2017

Fillon's lawyer could not immediately be reached for comment. Fillon did not deny the latest media report, published by the Journal du Dimanche newspaper on Sunday evening, but said the story of expensive suits was proof of a slur campaign.

Gov. Cuomo Calls For Probe Into Rochester JCC Bomb Threat

March 14, 2017

The first incident occurred on February 27. To date, the threats have turned up nothing. The Louis S. Wolk Jewish Community Center in Rochester, N.Y. Temple DeHirsch Sinai was spray-painted with graffiti that said the "HOLOCAUST I$ FAKE HI$TORY!" Marvin McMickle, the president of Colgate Divinity School, pointed to the comments this week from Rep.

Turkey bans Dutch ambassador as diplomatic crisis deepens

March 14, 2017

After a tense standoff outside the Turkish consulate in Rotterdam on Saturday night, Turkey's family and social policies minister, Fatma Betul Sayan Kaya, was escorted back to the German border. Hours earlier, Dutch riot police had horse-charged Turkish protesters demonstrating outside the Turkish consulate in Rotterdam over the banning of Turkish politicians from campaigning in the Netherlands.

Kentucky edges Alabama to reach SEC title game

March 13, 2017

The Tide outrebounded the Wildcats, 33-28, and led in bench points (22-9), second-chance points (15-12), points off turnovers (15-12) and points in the paint (46-24), but it was not enough to overcome the Kentucky . ABOUT VANDERBILT (19-14): The Commodores are one of the SEC's best 3-point shooting teams, and they knocked down 11 from behind the arc against the Gators.

Alleged Taylor Swift Stalker Arrested

March 11, 2017

We have the odd details, here. According to reports, the crazed stalker has been identified as 29-year-old Mohammed Jaffar and was allegedly "hell-bent" on meeting Swift, heading to her NY penthouse in an attempt to meet her before police were called.

Consumers Energy mobile command unit working to restore power

March 10, 2017

The company said its first priority is to fix downed lines. As of Thursday morning, Consumer's representatives estimated some 120,000 households had their power restored. "That was a contributing factor to this many customers being affected in this particular wind storm". If a power line falls on your vehicle, remain inside until help arrives.

8 out of 10 S. Koreans support impeachment of President Park

March 10, 2017

Dozens of Park's opponents are said to have gathered next to the court calling for the president's permanent ouster. If impeachment is upheld, Park will be formally removed from the presidency and an election will be held in May The question of whether or not Park Geun-hye will be removed from the presidency will be determined on March 10 at 11 am, the Constitutional Court announced on March 8.

Boeing 737 MAX 8 achieve FAA certification

March 10, 2017

The aircraft is now set to undergo systems checks, fuelling and engine runs on the flight time before flight testing commences in the next few weeks. Following a rigorous certification process, the FAA granted Boeing an Amended Type Certificate for the 737 MAX 8, verifying the design complies with required aviation regulations and is safe and reliable.

Army chiefs of Turkey, Russia, US discuss deconfliction measures in Syria

March 09, 2017

Ankara has conducted a military campaign inside Syria since late August, backing Syrian opposition fighters and recapturing from IS several towns near its border. Oh, and there are Russian, U.S., Syrian and Turkish jets flying around throughout all of this. Now, faced with Turkey, the two powers appear to have taken a tactical joint stance.

8 injured in stampede inside Bhopal-Ujjain passenger after tubelight explodes

March 08, 2017

At least eight persons were injured, two of them seriously, in the blast in Bhopal-Ujjain passenger train near Jabdi station in Shajapur . The incident took place in coach GS 084202 of train no-59320 in Madhya Pradesh's Shajapur at around 9:45 AM, when the train had left Jabri station in Ratlam division of Western Railway (WR).

Ukraine accuses Russian Federation of supporting terrorism in Hague case

March 07, 2017

Ukraine asked the United Nations' highest court on Monday to order Russia to stop funding and equipping pro-Russian separatists, at the start of a hearing where it hopes to prove Moscow is breaking global law. "During the meeting the Ombudsmen focused on the issue of implementation of the previous agreements of the parties, in particular, the movement of the Ukrainian citizens, who are serving their sentences in the territory of Crimea, to other institutions for further punishment in the ...

Theresa May: Scotland's government 'obsessed' with independence

March 05, 2017

Theresa May has pledged to make a "positive, optimistic and passionate case" for the Union as she laid the ground for a second independence referendum. " The SNP's neglect and mismanagement of Scottish education has been a scandal , but sadly it doesn't stop there", added May, accusing the party of other failings.

United States warplanes blast al-Qaeda in Yemen

March 03, 2017

They said they heard loud explosions early this morning in Al-Maraqisha, a rugged mountainous area where Al-Qaeda militants took refuge previous year after they were driven out of Yemeni cities they had captured earlier. Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, as the Yemen affiliate is known, has always been seen as the global network's most unsafe branch, and has been implicated in a number of attempted attacks on the U.S.

Obama admin left intelligence trail on Trump/Russia contacts

March 03, 2017

On Wednesday night, the House committee released a bipartisan statement outlining the scope of its investigation to include Russian cyber activity and other "active measures" directed against the USA and counterintelligence concerns related to Russia and the 2016 US election.

Education Secretary DeVos makes the wrong case for 'school choice'

March 03, 2017

Their success has shown that more options help students flourish. As anyone who is familiar with the history of public education in America is aware, HBCUs grew out of the segregated education system, where black students couldn't get into the same schools whites attended.

Americans Set to Lose Visa-Free Travel to Croatia

March 03, 2017

The European Parliament has urged the Commission to take reciprocal measures against United States nationals over America's failure to lift visa requirements on citizens of Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Poland and Cyprus. Following a notification of non-reciprocity on 12 April 2014, the Commission should have acted before 12 April 2016 but it has yet to take any legal measure.

Nigeria economy contracts, but "well on its way out of recession"

March 03, 2017

Economists had expected this performance to be repeated, and then some, the following month, typically predicting a surplus of $3.8 billion, with one analysts predicting a $5 billion positive trade balance. The ratio of Australia's export prices to that of import prices, also called as the terms of trade, upped by 9.1 percent. "Growth was principally driven by a solid rebound in household consumption demonstrating that despite subdued wages growth, Australian households are continuing to ...

Erdogan calls on ECO, OIC to show determination on Karabakh conflict resolution

March 02, 2017

On Tuesday, several ministers from ECO member states gathered in Islamabad for preparatory meetings. The head of state is accompanied with Foreign Minister, President's advisor on foreign affairs and economic issues. Turkey, Iran and Pakistan founded the organization in 1985. He said member states need to work hand-in-hand to overcome regional problems. The former interior minister said terrorism is common threat to Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Marie Collins Resigns From Vatican Panel

March 02, 2017

Dublin, Ireland-born Collins was the sole remaining member of the commission who had suffered sexual abuse at the hands of a priest. The commission is also charged with promoting responsibility in local churches by "uniting their efforts to those of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, for the protection of all children and vulnerable adults", according to the commission's statutes.

UKIP: Arron Banks may stand against Douglas Carswell

March 01, 2017

Mr Carswell, defending the exchange, told the Press Association: "Quite clearly I tried my best to make sure he got an honour that reflects his contribution". Current leader Paul Nuttall has been under fire after his unsuccessful Stoke-on-Trent byelection campaign, and major donor Arron Banks has said the party needs to stop being "run like a jumble sale".

Billionaire Wilbur Ross confirmed as Donald Trump's secretary of commerce

March 01, 2017

In a hard opening month for President Trump, cabinet nominees including treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin and education secretary Betsy De Vos faced rigorous scrutiny from Congress before being narrowly confirmed. Mr Ross had also been asked to provide more details about his own relationship with previous and current Russian investors in the bank, including Viktor Vekselberg, a longtime ally of the Russian president, and Vladimir Strzhalkovsky, the former vice-chairman of Bank of Cyprus ...

Trump trashed Paris in his CPAC speech. The city's mayor fired back

February 28, 2017

He loves the city of lights, he loves Paris. "Yes, no one wants to go to Paris anymore because it's frightful here, apparently", he said as he entered the theater. "We can't let it happen to us", Trump said . I love Sweden, great country, great people, I love Sweden. Here, you don't have people with guns opening fire on the crowd simply for the satisfaction of causing drama and tragedy'.

Donald Trump: 'Nobody Knew That Health Care Could Be So Complicated'

February 28, 2017

But he acknowledged the subject matter, is, well, pretty hard. It's truly stunning that Trump thinks " nobody knew that healthcare could be so complicated". "I see it happening with Obamacare". "There's nothing to love, it's a disaster, folks. OK? So you have to remember that". He pledged to them that the USA would have peerless health care, and joked if not, he'd blame the executives.

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