As the traumatised survivors of Aleppo flee the ruined city – once the size of Newcastle, Birmingham, Cardiff and Glasgow combined – Libya is smouldering evidence that Britain bombing Syria would not have averted the bloodshed. In the 2013 Parliamentary rebellion, Tory dissidents sided with Ed Miliband’s Labour Party to stop David Cameron declaring war on tyrant Bashar al-Assad ‘s regime – and attempts at rewriting history to portray the revolt as a grave mistake ignore hugely uncomfortable facts.
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Newport-born actor Michael Sheen dismisses claims he is giving up acting full-time for activism
BORN actor Michael Sheen has dismissed claims that he is swapping Hollywood to become a full-time activist following an interview with the Times. The 47-year-old actor was quoted as saying that he could step back from his acting career to become more involved with political issues in his hometown of Port Talbot.
China says it will give drone back, but Trump says ‘keep it’
In this undated photo released by the U.S. Navy Visual News Service, the USNS Bowditch, a T-AGS 60 Class Oceanographic Survey Ship, sails in open water. The USNS Bowditch, a civilian U.S. Navy oceanographic survey ship, was recovering two drones on Thursday when a Chinese navy ship approached and sent out a small boat that took one of the drones, said Navy Capt.
China says it will give drone back, but Trump says ‘keep it’
In this undated photo released by the U.S. Navy Visual News Service, the USNS Bowditch, a T-AGS 60 Class Oceanographic Survey Ship, sails in open water. The USNS Bowditch, a civilian U.S. Navy oceanographic survey ship, was recovering two drones on Thursday when a Chinese navy ship approached and sent out a small boat that took one of the drones, said Navy Capt.
After Outbreak Of Looting, Venezuela Delays Phase-Out Of Large Currency
A man shows 100-Bolivar notes while crossing the Francisco de Paula Santander international bridge, linking Urena, in Venezuela and Cucuta, in Colombia Saturday, despite the border closing order issued by the Venezuelan government. George Castellanos/AFP/Getty Images hide caption A man shows 100-Bolivar notes while crossing the Francisco de Paula Santander international bridge, linking Urena, in Venezuela and Cucuta, in Colombia Saturday, despite the border closing order issued by the Venezuelan government.
Suicide bomber kills more than 50 in Yemen, ISIS claims responsibility
The attack in the southern Yemeni city of Aden killed at least 52 soldiers and injured 34 others, two Yemeni senior security officials told CNN. ISIS made its claim in a statement published on Twitter and tweeted by several ISIS supporters.
Suicide bomber kills more than 50 in Yemen, ISIS claims responsibility
The attack in the southern Yemeni city of Aden killed at least 52 soldiers and injured 34 others, two Yemeni senior security officials told CNN. ISIS made its claim in a statement published on Twitter and tweeted by several ISIS supporters.
Poland’s president talks with opposition, new protests held
Poland’s president met separately with opposition party leaders Sunday to help solve a political crisis, as anti-government protests were held for the third straight day. Political tension is rising between Poland’s conservative government and the pro-European Union opposition over the ruling party’s plan to restrict journalists’ access to lawmakers in parliament.
Poland’s president talks with opposition, new protests held
Poland’s president met separately with opposition party leaders Sunday to help solve a political crisis, as anti-government protests were held for the third straight day. Political tension is rising between Poland’s conservative government and the pro-European Union opposition over the ruling party’s plan to restrict journalists’ access to lawmakers in parliament.
Air Berlin names Thomas Winkelmann as new CEO
In this March 25, 2015 file picture Germanwings CEO Thomas Winkelmann addresses the media in Cologne, Germany. German airline Air Berlin has announced that Thomas Winkelmann will become the new chief executive officer of the struggling carrier.
Air Berlin names Thomas Winkelmann as new CEO
In this March 25, 2015 file picture Germanwings CEO Thomas Winkelmann addresses the media in Cologne, Germany. German airline Air Berlin has announced that Thomas Winkelmann will become the new chief executive officer of the struggling carrier.
Police in the mountainous city of Karak freed 10 people, including foreign tourists.
Jordanian policemen stand guard in the vicinity of Kerak Castle where armed gunmen carried out an attack, in the city of Karak, Jordan, on December 18, 2016. Photo – Reuters Jordanian policemen stand guard in the vicinity of Kerak Castle where armed gunmen carried out an attack, in the city of Karak, Jordan, on December 18, 2016.
Police in the mountainous city of Karak freed 10 people, including foreign tourists.
Jordanian policemen stand guard in the vicinity of Kerak Castle where armed gunmen carried out an attack, in the city of Karak, Jordan, on December 18, 2016. Photo – Reuters Jordanian policemen stand guard in the vicinity of Kerak Castle where armed gunmen carried out an attack, in the city of Karak, Jordan, on December 18, 2016.
Election Commission wants laws on IT exemption, anonymous contribution to parties amended
Seeking to check the use of black money and money laundering in politics, the Election Commission has recommended that the government amend laws to allow exemption from tax only to parties that win seats in elections and ban anonymous contributions of Rs2,000 and above to parties. Photo – File Seeking to check the use of black money and money laundering in politics, the Election Commission has recommended that the government amend laws to allow exemption from tax only to parties that win seats in elections and ban anonymous contributions of Rs2,000 and above to parties.
Election Commission wants laws on IT exemption, anonymous contribution to parties amended
Seeking to check the use of black money and money laundering in politics, the Election Commission has recommended that the government amend laws to allow exemption from tax only to parties that win seats in elections and ban anonymous contributions of Rs2,000 and above to parties. Photo – File Seeking to check the use of black money and money laundering in politics, the Election Commission has recommended that the government amend laws to allow exemption from tax only to parties that win seats in elections and ban anonymous contributions of Rs2,000 and above to parties.
HH the Emir and President of Turkey discuss regional developments
Trabzon: HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed today the latest developments in the region and particularly in Syria, in light of the tragic events in Aleppo as all international efforts to stop the genocide by the Syrian regime and its allies continue to stumble.
HH the Emir and President of Turkey discuss regional developments
Trabzon: HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed today the latest developments in the region and particularly in Syria, in light of the tragic events in Aleppo as all international efforts to stop the genocide by the Syrian regime and its allies continue to stumble.
Jordan shootings kill 4 policemen, Canadian tourist
Gunmen ambushed Jordanian police in a series of attacks Sunday, including at a Crusader castle popular with tourists, killing four members of the security forces and a woman visiting from Canada, officials said. A standoff between Jordanian special forces and armed men holed up inside the castle continued after nightfall Sunday, several hours after the first shooting.
A suicide bomber killed at least 30 soldiers in the southern Yemeni port city of Aden on Sunday.-AFP
Aden: A suicide bomber killed at least 49 soldiers gathered to receive their monthly pay in the southern Yemeni port city of Aden on Sunday, officials said, as IS claimed responsibility for the attack. Officials said at least 60 other troops were wounded in the attack, which occurred near Al Sawlaban military base in Aden’s Khor Maksar district, where another IS suicide bomber blew himself up a week ago killing 50 soldiers.
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A three-year-old Arkansas boy was fatally shot in a road rage incident Saturday night while on a shopping trip with his grandmother, police said.The gunman… — A new royal portrait to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday year has been released. Photographed by British fashion photographer Nick Knight, the Queen si… This week, former ASA Governing Committee member and Wisconsin farmer Kevin Hoyer provided public comments on behalf of the American Soybean Association in front of an Environ… Dubuque, Ia.
DefMin Motoc on fresh addition of three F-16 fighter jets: A moment well received by NATO
Minister of National Defence Mihnea Motoc considers that the addition to Romania’s Air Force of three new F-16 Fighting Falcons is an important moment for the country and sends a strategic message that is “well received” by NATO. “It’s a milestone moment in many respects, perhaps through the entire symbolism of the F-16s entering service with the Romanian Air Force.
Hamas mourns killing of group’s drone expert
Gaza’s Hamas rulers are mourning the killing of a Tunisian aviation expert who supervised the militant group’s drone program. Hamas has accused Israel of assassinating him.
Hamas mourns killing of group’s drone expert
Gaza’s Hamas rulers are mourning the killing of a Tunisian aviation expert who supervised the militant group’s drone program. Hamas has accused Israel of assassinating him.
Renault Romania deplores death of Dacia plant former CEO Constantin Stroe
The management of Renault Romania on Saturday expressed regret at the death of Dacia plant former CEO Constantin Stroe, at age 74, following a stroke suffered in late November. “Automobile Dacia CEO Yves Caracatzanis, the Renault Group Romania managing board and the entire company personnel express their deep regret at the passing away of the man who, for 48 years, has written the history of the Romanian automobile.
Renault Romania deplores death of Dacia plant former CEO Constantin Stroe
The management of Renault Romania on Saturday expressed regret at the death of Dacia plant former CEO Constantin Stroe, at age 74, following a stroke suffered in late November. “Automobile Dacia CEO Yves Caracatzanis, the Renault Group Romania managing board and the entire company personnel express their deep regret at the passing away of the man who, for 48 years, has written the history of the Romanian automobile.
S. Korea to begin trial of impeached president’s confidante
The jailed confida… . FILE – In this Oct. 31, 2016 file photo, Choi Soon-sil, wearing a black cap at center, a longtime friend of South Korean President Park Geun-hye, is questioned by media upon her arrival at the Seoul Central District Prosec… .
Traders have their say on proposed market redevelopment
Over 40 businesses had their say at a get-together on the proposed 9m. redevelopment of the Clitheroe Market site.
Pangan: On bolstering employees’ growth and performance
ASIDE from providing them with incentives, as mandated by law, local government units may consider giving them rewards as part of their HR engagement program that will also help the LGUs retain employees in the workplace. It takes some imagination and creativity for the LGUs to conceptualize some rewards systems.
Poll: Israelis worry about intermarriage
A new study done in honor of the Week of Connection to Diaspora Jewry shows how deep the connection between Israel’s Jews and Diaspora Jews really is. One of the statistics the new study reveals is that the vast majority of Israel’s Jews are concerned over intermarriage rates abroad.
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On November 8th, 2016 the world changed in a major way. America was falling into the proverbial abyss and the rest of humanity was going down with it.
Chinese city cancels flights in 2nd day of smog alert
Electric bike riders wearing mask to protect themselves from exhaust gas wait at a traffic lights junction during a heavily polluted day in Beijing, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016. China’s capital and other northern cities have banned half of all vehicles from city streets and ordered factories, schools and construction sites closed in response to a five-day smog red alert.
Prince Harry’s ordinary Christmas wish is a world away from average
For the ordinary person, an ordinary Christmas is not something for the Santa list. Christmas, for your ordinary person, is the time of year when we strive for exceptional.
Landmark building to become housing
A LANDMARK building in Royal Wootton Bassett town centre is to become a 10-bed house of multiple occupation after developers won planning permission. The Grade II listed Touchdown House in the high street, once the town’s visitor centre, will be repaired and improved, according to developers SCH Ltd, as unsympathetic alterations are removed.
Bombing kills at least 30 outside Yemen military camp
A suspected suicide bomber blew himself up outside a military camp in the southern Yemeni city of Aden on Sunday morning, killing at least 30 soldiers, Yemeni officials said. The officials told The Associated Press that preliminary investigations showed the blast was the work of a bomber wearing an explosive vest.
.com | Maths pass rate misunderstood
The context was a clumsily managed circular to schools from the department of basic education, reinforced by early press statements, that gave the public the impression that the maths pass rate had been lowered to 20%. There was a crescendo of outrage.
Community search for child who sent letter to dead dad in heaven by attaching it to a balloon
A CHILD’S Christmas letter to their dad has sparked a hunt for its author after it was found in a field in Scotland attached to a balloon. The heartfelt wishlist told of how much they were missing their daddy in heaven and how they dreamed that he could leave them a note under their pillow.
What’s with the road toll love-in?
There is no doubt Canadians are going to pay more for infrastructure over the next decade, but tolls are the wrong way to do it. It’s easy to see the allure of road tolls.
Syrian band brings music of Aleppo to Berlin
Instead of bombs there were beats. Guitars took over for guns. And there were cheers, not screams.