Nazarbayev condoles with Afghanistan over deadly blast in Kabul
The suicide truck bombing in the diplomatic district of Kabul , in what was supposed to be one of the most secure areas of the capital, also damaged several embassies, including the Canadian embassy. The number of dead and wounded was provided by ... More..
France, Italy, Germany defend Paris Accord, say can not be renegotiated
Trump says the deal, a landmark 190-nation climate agreement aimed at reducing carbon emissions to slow climate change , "disadvantages" the US and is causing lost jobs and lower wages. Climate change i...More..
Fourth Circuit Upholds Nationwide Injunction on President Trump's Revised Travel Ban
Trump issued his initial order January 27, a week into his presidency. The U.S. Justice Department said it would appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court a ruling on May 25 that upheld a block on the administrati...More..
Trump asks Supreme Court to reinstate travel ban
The administration argues the travel ban should be allowed to go into effect now while the court looks at the ultimate legality of Trump's executive order later this year. The 4th Circuit held that the execut...More..
Two more arrested as cops unravel bomber's network
Two people have been released without being charged, Greater Manchester police said. Greater Manchester Police have provided the first full breakdown of the arrests made in the huge investigation to establish...More..
How the world can contain Trump's climate lunacy
The lawmakers " all bring up valid points", according to Bohrer, who said industry understands that the global body of researchers is not happy about the withdrawal. Unsurprisingly, there are many other highly...More..
French President Emmanuel Macron Offers Refuge To American Climate Scientists
Trump said he would be open to returning to the Paris accord if the terms could be renegotiated more in America's favor. We've heard from Portland lobster farmers struggling because rising sea temperatur...More..
Sweden drops rape probe against Assange
He sought asylum over fears the Swedish rape investigation would result in him being extradited to the USA over leaked military documents and diplomatic cables. It said the service "is obliged to execute the wa...More..
Pittsburgh mayor tweets support for Paris Agreement, despite Trump comments
The decision has no direct impact on major USA regulations on power plants and vehicle rules now aimed at reducing carbon emissions, although those are now under review by Trump as well. That depends on whether...More..
At least 25 bodies found in Manila casino
Police were examining his auto , which he left in a complex parking garage, authorities said. The bodies were found in the smoky gambling room of the Resorts World Manila by firefighters. "He would have sh...More..
Smoke from fire kills 36 in Philippine casino attack
It occupies part of a former military camp, and includes four hotels, casino gambling areas, a shopping mall, cinemas, restaurants, clubs and a theater. The suspect stole casino chips worth about 110 millio...More..
Most Americans think President Trump is his own worst spokesperson, poll says
Nobody in their right mind would jump into this White House at this point". When questioned about any possible shake up, the spokesman answered that the president is happy with his existing team. Ivanka Trump...More..
Gunshots, fire at Manila hotel and casino
All of the people who died suffocated from smoke, police said. "Our daughter called us past midnight saying she was in the VIP section of the casino and there was smoke and they were suffocating", Gil Yongc...More..
Ex-FBI chief Comey to testify next week in Russian Federation probe
In another development, the Guardian reported that sources with knowledge of the investigation said the FBI would like to interview UK Independence Party leader Nigel Farage because of his ties to both Trum...More..
Obama Is Not Happy About Trump's Paris Decision
The reactions from across the business world - including oil producers, the tech sector and finance - stood apart from Trump's portrayal of the decision as a needed corrective to rules that could stymie comme...More..
Donald Trump urges world leaders to call him on his personal cellphone
According to French officials, French President Emmanuel Macron and Trump also exchanged numbers, but there have been no reports of the leaders having used the line. Throughout last year's presidential camp...More..
Obama And World Leaders React To Trump's Climate Decision
Trump has repeatedly cast doubt on the science of climate change and once called it a hoax perpetrated by China to weaken US business. "We do not have the right to spoil the environment for future generati...More..
Thursday weather: Mostly cloudy, with highs around 69
Calm wind becoming north around 5 miles per hour in the afternoon. Thursday night will continue to be soggy with spotty showers and thunderstorms. Sunday night: 60 percent chance of showers. There's only a...More..
Philippines' Duterte says Mindanao rebellion not Maute but 'purely ISIS'
The earlier we attain the equanimity of the community, the stability, I'd be the first to clamor for the lifting of martial law ", Duterte said before the newly lected government officials at Palace's Rizal ...More..
Palestinians say embassy decision best for peace
The same official said that while Trump may not authorize the move this week, the President still envisions moving the embassy at some point. A senior administration official said Wednesday that Trump still s...More..
Trump Fulfills his Pledge and Quits Paris Climate Deal
Their mayors' address took place roughly three hours before Trump appeared outside the White House to declare his withdrawal from the landmark Paris climate accord. Trump, who has called climate change a hoax, ...More..
Manchester attack: Abedi bought most bomb parts himself, United Kingdom police say
Police have been probing Abedi's last movements by delving into his phone calls and watching his movements on closed-circuit television. Mr Jackson said it was "vital" to ensure that Abedi had not been part o...More..
Climate Change Commission, Legarda, environment NGO blast Trump pullout from Paris pact
Responses to Trump's announcement were swift. "The president wants to ground it - we're going to fly it". Bainimarama said that the world has reached the consensus that all nations must meet this chal...More..
Should 'Can't Be Trusted' Jared Kushner Be Stripped Of Security Clearance?
When Spicer accused the media of propagating fake and false stories during Tuesday's briefing, he provided a single inaccurate tweet about a minor story as evidence then refused to offer more examples. Aide...More..
Protestors march in Manila against martial law declaration
The martial law declaration, however, puts in jeopardy peace negotiations that aim to end half a century of conflict with communist and Moro rebels. Malacañang emphasized that the President prefers to stay in...More..
US President Donald Trump badly misunderstood climate research, university says
Last week, some of the leaders had tried to convince Trump at the G7 Summit Sicily to not walk away from the 2015 deal. "We're getting out, but we will start to negotiate and see if we can make a deal that'...More..
After Trump's climate pact announcement, a green Boston City Hall
The 195-nation pact sets out stringent standards to restrict carbon emissions and other greenhouse gases that scientists say contribute to global warming. Experts say USA decision will have little impact on ...More..
Jerry Brown Heads To China For Climate Change Talks
He said Brussels and Beijing believe in "the full implementation, without nuances, of the Paris climate agreement ", and underlined there can be "no backsliding" on the pact. Investments in NY state's clea...More..
Trial opens for Minnesota officer in black motorist's death
The jury will be able to see the footage from Yanez's dash cam and, of course, the infamous Facebook live video. Yanez's defense attorneys did not respond Friday to a request for comment. As protesters immedi...More..
Dispute erupts over House intel panel's subpoenas for CIA, FBI
In the end, the source of the documents turned out to be the White House, and Nunes stepped away from the Russian Federation probe when the House Ethics Committee announced it was investigating Nunes himself ...More..