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The Guardian | Brexit weekly briefing: government fails to settle EU citizens' jitters The Guardian Welcome to the Guardian's weekly Brexit briefing, a summary of developments as the UK heads through the EU door marked “exit”. If you would like to receive it as a weekly early morning email, please sign up here. You can listen to our latest Brexit ... Why Brexit really does mean Brexit: Three signs that Theresa May will get tough on EU immigration Brexit: Devolved institutions' consent sought on Repeal Bill Prime Minister Theresa May unveils details of her 'Brexit' plan for EU nationals in Britain |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 06:00:44 GMT
The Sun | Brexit predictions from top think tanks were 'overly pessimistic' and the impact on UK trade will be smaller than ... The Sun BREXIT predictions from the Treasury, OECD and IMF on Brexit were “overly pessimistic”, academics have claimed. New research from the University of Cambridge says there won't be a huge impact on trade after we leave, despite the repeated warnings ... Brexit impact estimates were 'overly pessimistic': study Flawed 'gravity model' Brexit predictions were 'overly pessimistic' about the economy, study says |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 11:05:00 GMT
The Guardian | The real Brexit debate: do you pronounce it Breggsit or Brecksit? The Guardian Brexit is a recent coinage and, linguistically speaking, a “blend” (like brunch or smog), so you would expect most people to take their cue from the words used to create it: Britain and Exit. If you say “exit” with a “k”, you will carry that over into ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 12:00:50 GMT
Spectator.co.uk (blog) | England, you wanted Brexit so you can pay for it Spectator.co.uk (blog) The message to be taken from today's Downing Street proceedings is a simple one: England, you wanted Brexit so you can pay for it. That, in essence, is the meaning of the confidence and supply agreement brokered between the Conservatives and the ... Only that woman from the DUP can save us from Brexit now Theresa May's New Partnership Allows Her to Stay in Power. But What Will It Mean for Brexit? Sinn Fein blasts DUP deal as 'blank cheque for Tory Brexit which threatens peace agreement' |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 17:10:39 GMT
The Guardian | Hard Brexit could halt Heathrow expansion plans, says Lord Adonis The Guardian A hard Brexit would be a “calamity” that would spell the end for the Heathrow expansion, according to the chairman of the National Infrastructure Commission. While the airport has argued that Brexit makes its third runway ever more important, Andrew ... Hard Brexit would be a 'calamity' that would jeopardise Heathrow expansion, says Lord Adonis Lord Adonis: Brexit delay over Heathrow must end - BBC News |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 12:32:07 GMT
European Union
The Boston Globe | EU fines Google a record $2.72 billion The Boston Globe BRUSSELS — Google lost its biggest regulatory battle yet, getting a record $2.7 billion fine from European Union enforcers who say the search-engine giant skewed results in its favor to thwart smaller shopping search services. Alphabet Inc.'s Google ... European Union fines Google a record 2.42 billion euros European Union Fines Google a Record $2.7 Billion Google fined a record €2.4 billion by the EU for manipulating search results |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:13:03 GMT
CBS Miami | European Union Weighs Retaliation If US Imposes Steel Tariffs CBS Miami EU Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmstroem said the bloc was “making preparations” to retaliate in the event the U.S. introduces new tariffs. Malmstroem said Monday that the EU would study any action by Washington to see whether the move complies with ... Brussels 'considering NUCLEAR option' of tariffs if Trump sparks steel trade war |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:51:00 GMT
Washington Post | Negotiations begin over British split from European Union Washington Post BRUSSELS — Britain and the European Union began talks Monday to sever their 43-year partnership, kicking off unprecedented divorce negotiations that will shape future relations between them. Discussions began with an immediate concession from the ... Divorce talks finally begin between Britain and the European Union Talks begin over British divorce from European Union Europeans Like the EU More Since Brexit. Even the British |
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:06:33 GMT
Chemical & Engineering News | European Union further restricts four phthalates Chemical & Engineering News The European Union is a step closer to prohibiting the use of four phthalates in consumer products. The Socio-Economic Analysis Committee of the European Chemicals Agency voted on June 20 in favor of restricting most uses of the chemicals under the ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 05:07:28 GMT
CleanTechnica | European Union Leaders Reaffirm Strong Commitment To Paris Climate Agreement CleanTechnica All heads of the European Union, from EU Member States through to the EU Presidents of the Council and Commission, last week reaffirmed their strong commitment to the Paris Climate Agreement, and their desire to “swiftly and fully” implement the goals ... The Paris Agreement - main page - UNFCCC Newsroom Trudeau reaches historic deal on national climate plan |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:11:15 GMT
China
Washington Post | US urges China to allow jailed Nobel laureate to get cancer treatment abroad, but is it too late? Washington Post BEIJING — The United States on Tuesday joined calls for the immediate release of Nobel laureate Liu Xiaobo, urging China to set him free so he may receive the medical treatment of his choosing for what is believed to be late-stage liver cancer. Some ... Chinese Nobel Laureate Released From Prison I'm sad for my friend Liu Xiaobo, and for a China that can't cherish its finest US joins growing calls for China to allow Liu Xiaobo cancer treatment abroad |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:37:18 GMT
Fortune | The Accelerating Disruption of China's Economy Fortune In late 2012, two of China's most successful entrepreneurs made a very public bet on the country's retail future. In front of a TV audience, Wang Jianlin, the real-estate maven who built his fortune in shopping malls, wagered Jack Ma, president of ... Bank of China, Tencent to Trial Blockchain in New Research Effort |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 21:05:36 GMT
New York Times | China's Premier, Li Keqiang, Praises Free Trade, in Contrast to Trump New York Times DALIAN, China — Premier Li Keqiang of China reaffirmed on Tuesday his country's desire to be seen as the world's new leader in globalization and free trade, but he offered no specifics on how China might lower its own trade barriers, which are among ... China's premier just offered a rare glimpse of the Chinese economy — here's what he didn't say Premier Li Keqiang Plays Up China's New Global Role as the Responsible Antidote to Trump's America China to meet growth targets, says Li |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 07:43:45 GMT
CNN | Hong Kongers look for an exit 20 years after handover to China CNN Now 39, Tam says he's ready to make another escape, 20 years after the UK handed sovereignty over the city to China. While Hong Kong is one of the most affluent cities in the world, he says it's now in the throes of its own political upheaval. "I want ... China's checks on big overseas acquirers a 'healthy sign,' says investor Hong Kong: the 20th anniversary of the handover – Q&A Hong Kong's youth press campaign despite China's rejection of full democracy |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:27:31 GMT
BBC News | China 'asks India to withdraw troops' from Nathu La pass BBC News China has accused India of incursion into its territory between Sikkim and Tibet, in a dispute which has raised tensions between the countries. Officials said Indian border guards had obstructed "normal activities" on the Chinese side, and called on ... China Claims Indian Troops Crossed Border, Blocks Pilgrims China lodges protest with India over Sikkim 'incursion', hints Mansarovar yatra off till troops are withdrawn China lodges protest over 'crossing of border' by Indian troops in Sikkim |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 05:48:45 GMT
World
Washington Post | Poll shows US tumbling in world's regard under Trump Washington Post It is perhaps unsurprising that a man who campaigned on a pledge to put American interests first would generate backlash in other parts of the world. Nor is it surprising that the negative reaction would carry over to opinions about the United States ... Three-quarters of world has little or no confidence in Trump, Pew study finds US Image Suffers as Publics Around World Question Trump's Leadership Trump is tanking the world's opinion of America |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:04:21 GMT
The Guardian | England v Pakistan: Women's Cricket World Cup – live! The Guardian 28th over: England 173-2 (Knight 57, Sciver 82) Oh Nat Sciver. How do you do the things you do. Consecutive fours for Sciver takes her to 82 from 55 balls. Seriously, seriously good innings. Her elevation to number four has been a revelation. Newer ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 08:57:09 GMT
The Nation. | Grace Paley's Crowded World The Nation. Right away, we are in Rose's world: a world of appetites and aging bodies, of creative insults and idiomatic speech. The voice captured here—chiding, teasing, commanding—was, it comes as no surprise, not entirely made up. “I was popular in certain ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 11:17:03 GMT
The Advocate | Florida takes Game 1 in a CWS battle of familiar foes ESPN Florida players celebrate after winning the pivotal Game 1 of the College World Series finals. AP Photo/Matt Ryerson. In fact, it's right on script for an epic Wednesday finale -- if needed -- with LSU ace Alex Lange, the Cubs' recent first-round draft ... Rabalais: LSU's situation 'serious but not hopeless' as College World Series Game 2 vs. Florida up next Florida-LSU: Gators take College World Series championship Game 1 as Singer makes history College World Series: LSU and Florida win Saturday to set up all-SEC championship series |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 04:17:28 GMT
USA TODAY | Best children's hospitals ranked by US News & World Report USA TODAY An annual report by U.S. News & World Report ranks the nation's top 50 children's medical centers by 10 pediatric categories including cancer, neurology, diabetes and endocrinology. U.S. News has ranked children's hospitals since 2006, and awards ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 08:15:38 GMT
South China Sea
The Diplomat | What's Behind the Resumed Vietnam-Philippines South China Sea Activity? The Diplomat On June 22, Vietnam and the Philippines conducted the third iteration of their naval personnel interactions on Southwest Cay in the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea. In doing so, both sides have effectively resumed an intra-ASEAN confidence ... India, US call for freedom of navigation amid South China Sea disputes Why South China Sea tension may rise again, say analysts Trump's South China Sea Policy Leaves U.S. Allies Perplexed—and ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 19:43:17 GMT
Forbes | South China Sea: Modi, Not Duterte, Is China's Problem Forbes Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte's foreign policy flip-flops aren't a big threat to China's ambitions to write the navigation rules for the South China Sea. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's high profile diplomacy is, something investors ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 22:13:35 GMT
Economic Times | China asks India, US not to disturb peace in South China Sea Economic Times BEIJING: China today asked India and the US not to disturb peace in the strategic South China Sea and play a "constructive role" in the disputes there, as the issue was likely to be discussed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with President ... China worried Modi-Trump talks might cover South China Sea Trump Meets India's Leader, a Fellow Nationalist Battling China for His Favor Trump and Modi bond over security as China looms |
Fri, 23 Jun 2017 10:34:32 GMT
Newsweek | South China Sea: Chinese Military Planes Raise New Concerns Of Conflict in Asia Newsweek China has increased its presence in the South China Sea by deploying brand new anti-submarine aircraft to the region. Beijing, which has been criticized for militarizing the region, has also ramped up the number of unmanned aircraft it deploys to the ... Water Wars: The South China Sea Security Dialogue That Wasn't China deploys new anti-submarine aircraft to fringes of South China Sea Two Cardinal Sins of US South China Sea Policy |
Fri, 23 Jun 2017 08:05:03 GMT
The Diplomat | Merely Avoiding Conflict in the South China Sea Is Not Good Enough The Diplomat At the 2017 Shangri-La Dialogue, a panel of security experts discussed practical ways to avoid conflict at sea, which could arise from a number of the territorial and maritime disputes existing in the Asia-Pacific region. One of the military panelists ... |
Fri, 23 Jun 2017 20:15:59 GMT
Russia
Washington Post (blog) | Trump's latest bizarre tweets about Russia just left him badly exposed Washington Post (blog) THE MORNING PLUM: In recent days, President Trump has adopted a fiendishly clever new line on the ongoing Russia probes: He will fully acknowledge that Russia did try to sabotage our election, but only in the context of blaming former president Barack ... Trump, on Twitter, Targets Obama and Russia Trump claims Obama 'colluded' on Russia, without citing evidence What Russia's bold attempt to influence the 2016 election says about US political polarization |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 14:46:03 GMT
CBS News | Russia blasts US "threat" over possible Syria chemical attack CBS News MOSCOW -- A senior Russian lawmaker on Tuesday dismissed the United States' warning about a potential chemical weapons attack in Syria as an "unprecedented provocation," and the Kremlin called the accusations against Syria's government ... Russia accuses US of provocation over Syria chemical-attack warning Russia dismisses US warning that Assad is preparing another chemical attack in Syria |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:02:34 GMT
CNBC | Three CNN journalists resign after Russia-related article retracted CNBC Time Warner's news division CNN has accepted the resignations of three journalists after the publication of a Russia-related article that was later retracted, a CNN spokesperson said on Monday. The three journalists included Thomas Frank, the writer of ... Three journalists quit CNN in fallout from retracted Russia story Three CNN Journalists Resign Over Russia Retraction Three CNN journalists resign over retracted Trump-Russia story |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 06:31:00 GMT
Fox News | Hannity: Russia allegations 'boomeranging back' on Democrats Fox News "If President Obama knew what Russia was doing back in August of 2016, why didn't he act?" Hannity asked. "The answer, we now know, is simple ... The president didn't do any investigation because he actually thought Hillary [Clinton] was going to win. Conservative pundits: Colluding with Russia isn't a 'crime' - USA Today Fox News Figureheads Suggest Trump Campaign Collusion With ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 11:17:11 GMT
Washington Post | FBI has questioned Trump campaign adviser Carter Page at length in Russia probe Washington Post FBI agents have repeatedly questioned former Trump campaign adviser Carter Page about his contacts with Russians and his interactions with the Trump campaign, according to people familiar with the investigation. Over a series of five meetings in March, ... Ex-Trump adviser says FBI interviewed him about Russia investigation The FBI appears to be taking cues from the explosive Russia dossier that Trump called 'phony' Carter Page questioned by FBI in probe of Russian election meddling |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:44:05 GMT
UK
The Guardian | UK banks ordered to hold more capital as consumer debt surges The Guardian The measures were announced in the Bank's half-yearly assessment of risk to financial markets which also set out measures to rein in mortgage lending and highlighted the risks associated with the UK's exit from the European Union. While the Bank found ... Bank of England takes action over bad loans UK Banks Brace for $14.5 Billion Capital Demand From BOE |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:45:28 GMT
CNN | UK reveals details of post-Brexit offer to EU citizens CNN EU nationals who have lived in the UK for under five years will be allowed to remain until they have reached the five-year point. Those who arrive in the UK after the cut-off date but before the country leaves the EU will be given a "grace period ... Almost half of highly skilled EU workers 'could leave UK within five years' All the rights EU citizens in the UK are set to lose after Brexit Reality Check: Your Brexit citizens questions answered |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:28:58 GMT
BBC News | Former FN supporter on trial for smuggling Iranian lover to UK BBC News A former supporter of France's far-right National Front party (FN) has gone on trial for helping a man she met in the Calais migrant camp cross the border to Britain. Béatrice Huret is charged with aiding an illegal border crossing after she bought a ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:52:47 GMT
The Guardian | Plastic debris inundates remote UK coasts endangering wildlife The Guardian Plastic bottles and packaging are overrunning some of the UK's most beautiful beaches and remote coastline, endangering wildlife from basking sharks to puffins. A Greenpeace research ship has spent the past two months touring the Scottish coast and ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 05:55:48 GMT
Aljazeera.com | UK's May faces backlash after DUP deal Aljazeera.com Ian Blackford, a Scottish National Party politician, said his party would do everything possible to make sure Scotland gets "its fair share" under a formula that prescribes how UK government funds are shared by England, Scotland, Wales and Northern ... Yes, Northern Ireland should have the £1bn. But what about other UK regions? Northern Ireland party agrees to prop up Theresa May's UK government Conservatives agree pact with DUP to support May government |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 23:16:56 GMT
Germany
Reuters | Germany to Create National Diesel Forum to Cut Emissions New York Times BERLIN — Germany's transport and environment ministers announced a joint plan on Tuesday to find ways to reduce pollution from diesel engines, which has become a sensitive subject since the Volkswagen emissions scandal. The move comes as sales of ... Germany plans new emissions testing body after VW scandal Germany to set up new emissions testing body after Volkswagen scandal |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 11:36:00 GMT
BBC News | Germany: Merkel paves way for gay marriage vote BBC News German MPs are pressing Chancellor Angela Merkel for a free vote in parliament soon on legalising same-sex marriage, after she signalled a shift in her party's position on it. Mrs Merkel surprised the German media by saying she favoured a "decision of ... Angela Merkel hints at same-sex marriage vote in Germany Germany: Merkel's challenger sees quick vote on gay marriage Merkel's pivot boosts hopes for gay marriage in Germany |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:24:53 GMT
CNN | Turkey's Presidential Guards Not Allowed At G20 Summit, Germany Says NPR Security will be tight for next month's G20 summit in Hamburg, Germany. Most leaders are bringing their own security detail. But Germany told Turkey's president that his guards aren't welcomed. Facebook; Twitter. Google+. Email ... Erdogan's bodyguards 'not welcome in Germany' after DC brawl Germany says Turkish bodyguards involved in DC skirmish 'won't set foot on German soil' Germany warns Erdogan bodyguards not to attend G20 |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 08:58:31 GMT
CNBC | US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross abruptly cancels trip to Germany CNBC U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross has at the last minute pulled out of a trip to Germany on Tuesday, the German economy ministry said, not giving a reason for the cancellation which comes at a time of friction with Washington over trade policy. He ... US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross cancels trip to Germany without explanation |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:50:00 GMT
TechCrunch | Capnamic closes €115M fund for 'digital transformation' of Germany, counts Cisco and Axa as LPs TechCrunch Capnamic Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm based in Berlin and Cologne, is announcing the final closing of a new €115 million tech fund. The VC says it will invest in tech companies predominantly in the German-speaking region of Europe ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 08:01:38 GMT
Business
NPR | Mixing Business And The Presidency, Trump To Hold Fundraiser At His Washington Hotel NPR During the campaign, some of Trump's companies did business with his campaign. It paid $8.7 million, for example, to TAG Air (the Trump company that owns most of his airplanes) and $2 million to Trump Tower, the building where he housed the campaign ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:01:37 GMT
Business Insider | Google has been hit with a record-breaking €2.4 billion fine by the EU over its antitrust case Business Insider The culmination of a multi-year investigation into Google's business practices going back nearly a decade, it is a mammoth ruling, more than twice as big as the previous largest fine. It seems likely to further inflame tensions between European ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:59:39 GMT
Business Insider | White House accuses Syria of preparing another chemical attack, issues ominous warning to Assad Business Insider Bashar al Assad Syria's President Bashar al-Assad speaks during an interview with RIA Novosti and Sputnik in this handout picture provided by SANA on April 21, 2017, Syria. SANA/Handout via REUTERS. The White House on Monday night issued an ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 02:19:13 GMT
Business Insider | Tillerson's skeleton-crew setup at the State Department could be weakening the US Business Insider Despite having no government experience, Tillerson was lauded by President Donald Trump as the right candidate for secretary of state because of his business acumen during his tenure as CEO of Exxon Mobil. "The Fiscal Year 2018 budget request seeks ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 12:02:47 GMT
Business Insider | The stock market is relying more than ever on the world's hottest investment product Business Insider Exchange-traded funds will purchase $300 billion of equities this year, more than 2015 and 2016 combined, according to Goldman Sachs. The firm raised its forecast after ETFs were responsible for $98 billion of stock buying in the first quarter alone. |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:02:00 GMT
France
The Nation. | Macron on the March in France The Nation. Optimism—the optimism of the well-educated, well-fed, and gainfully employed—is what triumphed in France in 2017. But how can this be, when for years newspapers and magazines have preached that France is the “champion of pessimism in Europe” (as ... France's new lawmakers open first parliament session Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: France advances — A new era with an Assembly filled with new faces France Is Transformed |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:08:57 GMT
Human Rights Watch | France: Don't 'Normalize' Emergency Powers | Human Rights Watch Human Rights Watch (Paris) – The French government's new counterterrorism bill would move some overly broad emergency powers into normal criminal and administrative law ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 04:05:36 GMT
Reuters | Germany and France to lead post-Brexit EU in further integration Reuters BRUSSELS More EU integration is a "foregone conclusion", and France and Germany will take the lead on post-Brexit reforms starting this year, the European Union's second-in-command said, adding that he hoped the east-west split in the bloc would heal. |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:29:24 GMT
Washington Post | France pulls out the welcome mat | Opinion | Eugene, Oregon The Register-Guard PARIS — Five years ago, British politicians gloried in France's political dysfunction. France's then-Socialist government had, after all, repeatedly proved itself an ... How France could win the post-Brexit beauty contest |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:16:00 GMT
France to Make Public Spending Cuts as 2017 Deficit to Exceed 3 Percent-Finance Minister New York Times PARIS — France will make new public spending cuts across the board to meet the 3 percent EU deficit target in 2017, its finance minister said on Monday, after broadcaster TF1 cited national audit officials as saying it would overshoot estimates. |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 19:09:00 GMT
Italy
Forbes | Italy's Latest Bank Bailout Has Created A Two-Speed Eurozone Forbes Unsurprisingly, the wobbly Italian government, facing populist challenge from the left-wing nationalist Five Star Movement, was anxious to avoid putting any more bullets in its sensitive political feet. Bailouts might be unpopular, but at least they ... Why Italy's €17bn bank rescue deal is making waves across Europe Italy Is Bailing Out 2 Failing Banks for Up To $19 Billion RPT-Italy bank rescue divides Europe |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:27:03 GMT
Fox News | He's Back! Berlusconi takes center stage in Italy Fox News Yes, the one-time cruise boat crooner who became a Midas-like media magnate and later served as Italy's prime minister three times, exhumed himself from the political cemetery this week. Once disgraced as an aged lecher, Berlusconi, at age 80, is once ... Italy's centre-right wins big in mayoral elections as left crumbles Berlusconi hails Italy poll revival as Renzi loses ground Kingmaker once again - Silvio Berlusconi's party triumphs in elections as Italy looks ahead to national vote |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 17:27:43 GMT
Telegraph.co.uk | Italy's €17bn bank crisis is the fruit of unworkable EU policies Telegraph.co.uk The emergency plan unveiled by EU regulators on Friday night bails out senior bondholders and depositors above €100,000, leaving Italian taxpayers to foot the bill. This could reach 1pc of GDP and push Italy's public debt to 133pc of GDP. While such a ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 19:06:53 GMT
The Guardian | Markets relieved after Italy agrees €17bn bank rescue – as it ... The Guardian All the day's economic and financial news, as Italy sets aside €17bn of taxpayers' money to wind down two Veneto lenders. DEBATE: Was the Italian government right to commit €17bn to ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:25:00 GMT
Fast Europe Open: Italy economic sentiment, Petrofac results Financial Times Arconic, the US company that produced the cladding panels in place on London's Grenfell Tower when it was gutted by fire, has said it will stop selling the flammable version of the tiles for use in high-rise buildings. The engineering company said the ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 05:07:38 GMT
Turkey
New York Times | President Erdogan of Turkey Recovers From Minor Health Scare New York Times ISTANBUL — President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey appeared to faint on Sunday because of what he said were complications with his blood-sugar level and blood pressure. Mr. Erdogan, 63, was sitting for early morning prayers when he seemed to lose ... Should the US pull its nuclear weapons out of Turkey? Turkey's Presidential Guards Not Allowed At G20 Summit, Germany Says Germany to Turkey's President Erdogan: Your bodyguards not welcome at G20 |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:12:22 GMT
The New Yorker | Turkey's Writers Face Yet More Trials | The New Yorker The New Yorker Aysegul Sert on Aslı Erdoğan, a writer facing charges related to Turkey's 2016 coup attempt, and on declining press freedom under President Recep Tayyip ... Marking July 15, let's not institutionalize polarization in Turkey ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 19:47:03 GMT
DefenseNews.com | Turkey plans to buy up to 36 armed Hurkus trainers DefenseNews.com For the Hurkus program, TAI signed two contracts with Turkey's procurement agency, the Undersecretariat for Defence Industries. One contract was for prototype development and the other for serial production. Under a June 2014 serial production contract ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:58:01 GMT
Ars Technica | Turkey pulls evolution from its high school curriculum Ars Technica In the US, opponents of evolution have tried to undercut instruction on the topic by suggesting schools should "teach the controversy." The national education authorities in Turkey, however, have decided that teachers should avoid any hint of ... Turkey Drops Evolution From Curriculum, Angering Secularists Turkey to stop teaching evolution in high school In Turkey, no teaching of evolution, but banning gays is fine - Hot Air ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:25:00 GMT
Newsweek | Video Games 'Resident Evil' and 'Call of Duty' Spread Islamophobia, Says Turkey's Government Newsweek Video games like Call of Duty and Guitar Hero provide entertainment to millions around the world. But Turkey's Youth and Sports Ministry says that many popular foreign-made games are responsible for intentionally spreading fear and hatred of Islam and ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:25:00 GMT
Syria
Washington Post | Syria denies US allegations of coming chemical attack Washington Post BEIRUT — The Syrian government on Tuesday dismissed White House allegations that it was preparing a new chemical weapons attack, as activists reported an airstrike on an Islamic State-run jail in eastern Syria that they said killed more than 40 prisoners. White House: Syria could be preparing another chemical weapons attack US Warns Syria Against Launching Another Chemical Attack White House Suspects Syria Is Preparing For Another Chemical Attack |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:09:17 GMT
Washington Post | Mattis: After Raqqa, the Syrian battlefield will only get more complicated Washington Post MUNICH, Germany — As the fight against the Islamic State moves beyond its de facto capital in Raqqa, the Pentagon is readying itself for an increasingly complex battlefield in northern Syria, where U.S.-backed forces, pro-Syrian government troops and ... US eyes arms for YPG fighters in Syria even after Raqqa's fall It's Time to Break Up Syria ISIL faces extinction in northern Syria as government forces close on last supply line |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:40:15 GMT
BBC News | Syria war: Air strike on IS prison in Mayadin 'kills dozens' BBC News Almost 60 people have been killed in a suspected US-led coalition air strike on a prison run by so-called Islamic State in eastern Syria, activists say. The UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said 42 prisoners and 15 militants died when the ... Airstrike on ISIS-run jail in eastern Syria kills 42, activists say US-led air strike kills 57 in Syria: monitor US airstrike on Syrian 'IS' prison kills dozens of civilians, claim activist groups |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 11:37:30 GMT
New York Times | Syria Frees Hundreds of Detainees Ahead of Muslim Holiday New York Times DAMASCUS, Syria — The Syrian government on Saturday released hundreds of detainees, including some who had backed the insurgency against President Bashar al-Assad, on the eve of a major Muslim holiday. Justice Minister Hisham al-Shaar said the ... Deadly car bombing kills Syrian civilians in Idlib Syria's more confident Assad gives Eid prayers in Hama Syria releases hundreds of detainees ahead of Eid |
Sun, 25 Jun 2017 06:15:38 GMT
BBC News | News Daily: Syria attack warning and NHS blunder BBC News The US has warned Syria's government it will pay a "heavy price" if it launches another chemical attack. In a statement, the White House said it had identified "potential preparations" for action by President Bashar al-Assad's regime that could result ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 05:29:05 GMT
Refugees
CNN | Refugees: We thought America valued diversity CNN As the legality of President Trump's travel ban is debated, CNN spoke with Muslims who came to the United States between 1982 and 2014. We asked them about current attitudes and policies toward Muslims and refugees, why they came to America -- and ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:29:29 GMT
New York Times | With 3 Words, Supreme Court Opens a World of Uncertainty for ... New York Times The “bona fide relationship” standard in the Supreme Court's travel ban decision could shut out thousands of refugees who lack family ties in the United States. Good sign or bad? Minnesota refugees study travel ban ruling for ... Supreme Court Ruling to Impact Refugee Resettlement in Southern ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:01:12 GMT
Vox | The Supreme Court's travel ban ruling hits refugees with terrifying uncertainty Vox In 72 hours, President Donald Trump will be allowed to enforce his travel ban — but the Supreme Court made a key modification to his order that has left a big question mark over the status of refugees applicants from the six restricted majority-Muslim ... Trump travel ban ruling creates questions for refugees Supreme Court Leaves Refugees in Legal Limbo Refugee advocacy groups slam 'Muslim Ban' ruling |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 17:40:00 GMT
Impact of travel ban on Indiana refugees unclear Indianapolis Star Indianapolis refugee resettlement groups are trying to determine whether Monday's Supreme Court ruling regarding President Donald Trump's travel ban will impact the flow of refugees into the state. For Catholic Charities, which has settled more than ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 22:32:05 GMT
PBS NewsHour | Comic artists draw out stories from resettled Syrian refugees PBS NewsHour In 2015, Canada began that country's largest refugee resettlement program since the Vietnam War. Over the last year-and-a-half, 45,000 Syrian refugees have made Canada their home, more than double those admitted in the U.S.. Now a group of comic book ... |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:08:06 GMT
Trade
New York Times | China's Premier, Li Keqiang, Praises Free Trade, in Contrast to Trump New York Times DALIAN, China — Premier Li Keqiang of China reaffirmed on Tuesday his country's desire to be seen as the world's new leader in globalization and free trade, but he offered no specifics on how China might lower its own trade barriers, which are among ... Li Says China to Meet Growth Goals, Vows Free Trade Support |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 07:43:45 GMT
Fortune | Donald Trump Urges Narendra Modi to Relax Indian Trade Barriers Fortune U.S. President Donald Trump urged Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to do more to relax Indian trade barriers on Monday during talks in which both leaders took great pains to stress the importance of a strong U.S.-Indian relationship. At a closely ... Trump hosts Indian PM Modi: Fair trade, economic growth take center stage Trump meets Modi: Trade, visas and climate could make for tough talking Trade, terrorism, and H-1B: Modi and Trump's first meeting has a big menu |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 05:56:18 GMT
Reuters | Banks' blockchain consortium picks IBM for trade finance platform Reuters Trade finance was identified by a survey of banks carried out by IBM and the Economist Intelligence Unit last year as one of the top areas where blockchain - the underlying technology behind bitcoin - could have an impact. Blockchain technology ... IBM landed a big win in the race to sell blockchain to Wall Street Banks partner with IBM for blockchain-backed trade finance European Banks Select IBM Blockchain for Small Business Trade Finance |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 22:08:21 GMT
CBSSports.com | NBA Rumors: Latest Trade Buzz Heading into Free Agency Bleacher Report New York Knicks president Phil Jackson has looked into trading budding star Kristaps Porzingis, though he hasn't found an enticing deal yet. Presumably, Jackson would take just about any deal if he could trade away aging star Carmelo Anthony and the ... NBA Trade Rumors: Why Carmelo Anthony is reportedly 'reluctant' to leave New York NBA Trade Rumors: Carmelo Anthony was reportedly open to being traded to Sixers |
Tue, 27 Jun 2017 11:38:31 GMT
MarketWatch | Opinion: What Trump gets right — and not — on trade MarketWatch The Trump administration is correct to characterize our trade agreements as outdated and the surpluses of several large nations as harmful to the global economy. After World War II, America with its allies — notably Canada and U.K. — built the modern ... |
Mon, 26 Jun 2017 10:04:10 GMT
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