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More arrests over London terror attack
The hashtag #Chrissysentme was being used on Twitter to express sadness for the family's loss. The White House did not immediately respond to requests for that information. Trump said he had spoken with May to express America's "unwavering support" and offer US assistance as the British government works to protect its citizens and bring the guilty to justice. [Full Article...]
DC mayor reaffirms city's commitment to Paris climate deal
If unchecked, New Orleans, like many coastal cities, will cease to exist. "Signatories will intensify efforts to meet their cities' current climate goals, and work together to create a 21st century clean energy economy". Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson has joined a group of mayors across the country in the fight against climate change. "US mayors have committed their cities to address climate chang... [Full Article...]
Donald Trump vows to do whatever necessary to protect US
Police said Monday that "a number" of other people have been detained, but no details were provided. Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick said a "huge amount" of forensic material and evidence had been seized from the van and police raids. [Full Article...]
Claims about Trump, Russia in Megyn Kelly interview
Putin insisted hackers who stole and disclosed information that turned out to be damaging to the campaign of Hillary Clinton in last year's campaign could have come from anywhere. Putin said he had no knowledge of such a proposal. "You created a sensation out of nothing". "You people are so creative over there", he quipped. "I have no idea", Putin said, becoming increasingly agitated as he con... [Full Article...]
Police identify London attackers but names not released
And on Sunday he tweeted: "We must stop being politically correct and get down to the business of security for our people". Met Police chief Cressida Dick joined Mr Khan at London Bridge days after three terrorists mowed down pedestrians before going on a knife rampage at Borough Market . [Full Article...]
Supreme court upholds North Carolina court's ruling on 'illegal racial gerrymandering'
But the Supreme Court vacated the special election order , agreeing with North Carolina that "the district court failed to meaningfully weigh any equitable considerations". For that reason, we can not have confidence that the court adequately grappled with the interests on both sides of the remedial question before us. In other words: good news if you opposed the maps drawn by the Republican-... [Full Article...]
Trump says USA will abandon global climate accord
In a series of interviews he's given since Trump announced the USA withdrawal, Gore has repeatedly criticized the move as "reckless" and harmful to both global and American interests. "Just because the U.S. got out of a club doesn't mean we aren't going to care about the environment", she said, citing that the agreement would have been disadvantageous to American businesses. [Full Article...]
New raids, 'several' arrests for terror attack at London Bridge
The Amaq News Agency, an official Islamic State channel, claimed Sunday that a detachment of ISIS fighters were responsible for the attack . Of these 36, are still being treated, 21 one of whom are in a critical condition. That's because they used knives and a truck!" Turnbull said there are "very real concerns" about their wellbeing. An Australian was among those hospitalised, while a Span... [Full Article...]
Arab nations cut ties with Qatar, saying it backs terror
Philippine Airlines on Monday said its regular flights to Qatar are unaffected by the diplomatic row between Qatar and four other countries in the Middle East. Vijayan also made a request that the Indian Embassy in Doha may be suitably empowered to respond presciently to the concerns of the Indian population in Qatar. [Full Article...]
Former Penn State president gets jail time in Paterno scandal
Spanier, 69, will serve four to 12 months in jail and also got two years of probation. The rest of their sentences will be served in house arrest. Sandusky is serving 30-to-60 years in prison. Spanier was also a fascinating character: He studied sociology and wrote papers about mate-swapping and extramarital behavior, which made for entertaining reading for students. [Full Article...]
Alabama executes man for 1982 murder-for-hire
The execution began about 11:50 p.m., 10 minutes before the death warrant was to expire, Alabama Department of Corrections Commissioner Jeff Dunn said . Arthur's lawyers had asked Ivey to delay the execution so DNA evidence could be examined from the killing for which he was sentenced to die. The state set execution dates for Arthur in 2001, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2012, 2014 and 2016. [Full Article...]
Competing Rallies in Portland Following Fatal Stabbings
The slayings shocked the city and exposed the long-simmering racial tension here, with roots in Oregon's establishment as a white utopia in the Pacific Northwest. Your city is racist!" and "Nazis? For days, Portland has served as ground zero for American hate, heroism and healing. A conservative protester (R) walks past a group of anti-fascist during competing demonstrations in Portland, Or... [Full Article...]
Off-duty officer wounded, suspect dead in shootout
Neither the officer or the suspect has been identified. Craig says that after the shooting someone approached the dead suspect and the officer, apparently taking their guns and running away. Police also are seeking a "person of interest" who appeared at the scene in a white or silver Dodge Durango. These are either suspect vehicles or witness vehicles. [Full Article...]
USA will continue to reduce greenhouse emissions, says Tillerson
Around the country, governors and mayors are saying that if President Trump won't lead the way on protecting the environment, they will. "Today's decision is not only disappointing, but also highly concerning for those of us that live on the frontline of climate change ", said Marshall Islands President Dr. [Full Article...]
France and India to work together to combat climate change
Modi said the bilateral relations between the two countries are very deep in every sector. But France hopes to get a clear confirmation that India , the world's fourth-largest producer of greenhouse gas, will fulfil its commitment and send a strong signal to the worldwide community. [Full Article...]
Conway Slams Media for 'Obsession' With Trump's Tweets
White House aide Kellyanne Conway on Monday slammed the media for its "obsession" with President Trump's tweets instead of his actions. Appearing on NBC's Today , Conway knocked the press's "obsession with covering everything [President Donald Trump] says on Twitter , and not what he does as president". [Full Article...]
Time dwindling for major successes on GOP legislative agenda
Democrats and some experts outside of Congress argue their approach would largely help the wealthy while ballooning the nation's debt. My favorite Republican, David Brooks, columnist for the New York Times, once described our president as a 5-year old narcissist tweeting his complaints all over the world and unable to understand why the majority of Americans who did not vote for him are not j... [Full Article...]
China, EU claim climate leadership as US steps back
Following Trump's announcement in the Rose Garden, senior Trump administration officials tasked with briefing reporters also said that they had not spoken to the president about his personal views on climate change . 7 out of 10 Americans think the U.S. should stick with the Paris Agreement . "To export our innovation , to export our technology to the rest of the world, to demonstrate how ... [Full Article...]
Saturday's First Warning Forecast: Tracking dry, warm and sunny weather
Widely scattered Unorganized pop up storms are possible after 2PM today , likely isolated west of 63. As a cold front approaches from the northwest, there will be cloudy periods and some showers and heavy thunderstorms will develop, especially in the afternoon. [Full Article...]
World pledges to save "Mother Earth" despite Trump's snub to climate pact
The daily quoted Christiana Figueres, a top former United Nations climate official, as saying: "If the U.S.is not going to be with them there, shoulder to shoulder as they used to be, well then China , could be the leader ". SEE MORE: How Did The G7 Meetings Go? While former secretary of state John Kerry said the "big mistake" was a "self-destructive step that puts our nation last". [Full Article...]