Spanish voters are going back to polls after the country’s four main parties failed to break the political deadlock from December’s inconclusive general election. More than 36 million of voters are called on to cast their ballot. Opinion polls have suggested that June 26 election may still not overcome the stalemate. Spain’s conservative Popular Party… Continue reading Spain Elections 2016: Polls Open for Second Vote
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West Virginia Flooding: President Barack Obama Declares Major Disaster
President Barack Obama has declared a major disaster in West Virginia, where the worst floods in more than a century have left at least 24 people dead. The president ordered federal aid for three of the worst affected counties following a request by Governor Earl Ray Tomblin. West Virginia residents will now receive grants for… Continue reading West Virginia Flooding: President Barack Obama Declares Major Disaster
Brexit: EU Explains Leaving Procedure
The European Union has explained the way Britain can kick start formal negotiations to exit the union following June 23 referendum. The EU says Britain can trigger Article 50, which sets a two-year deadline for a deal, by making a formal declaration either in a letter or a speech. British PM David Cameron has said… Continue reading Brexit: EU Explains Leaving Procedure
Mogadishu Attack: Al-Shabab Gunmen Take Hostages and Kill Seven at Naso-Hablod Hotel
Al-Shabab gunmen have attacked the Naso-Hablod hotel in the Somali capital Mogadishu taking hostages and killing at least seven people, health workers say. The Somali army is attempting to retake the hotel after militants detonated a car bomb and stormed it, police said. Reports said the victims included three security guards. Al-Shabab militants frequently carry… Continue reading Mogadishu Attack: Al-Shabab Gunmen Take Hostages and Kill Seven at Naso-Hablod Hotel
Venezuela Opposition Petition to Oust Nicolas Maduro Validated
Venezuela’s opposition has validated enough signatures on a petition to move to the next stage in a process to remove President Nicolas Maduro in a recall referendum. Hundreds of thousands of people have given fingerprints to authenticate signatures on the petition. Referendum co-ordinator Vicente Bello said the number of signatures had “clearly exceeded the minimum… Continue reading Venezuela Opposition Petition to Oust Nicolas Maduro Validated
West Virginia Flooding Kills At Least Twenty People
West Virginia floods have killed at least 20 people, including an eight-year-old boy and a toddler, according to state officials. Heavy storms and flooding have caused widespread damage throughout the state, said Governor Earl Ray Tomblin. A state of emergency was declared in 44 of the state’s 55 counties. Rescue teams are helping about 500… Continue reading West Virginia Flooding Kills At Least Twenty People
Bernie Sanders Backs Hillary Clinton’s Candidacy
Bernie Sanders has announced he will vote for his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton in November’s presidential election. Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders have fought for the Democratic nomination, which the former secretary of state won this month. Senator Bernie Sanders, a self-described socialist, told MSNBC he would do everything in his power to defeat the… Continue reading Bernie Sanders Backs Hillary Clinton’s Candidacy
Brexit: Donald Trump Hails UK Referendum Result
Donald Trump has said it is a “great thing” that Britons have “taken back their country” in voting to leave the EU. The presumptive Republican nominee’s comments came as he arrived at Trump Turnberry in Scotland for the reopening of the refurbished Open venue golf resort. Donald Trump added his name to the Ayrshire hotel… Continue reading Brexit: Donald Trump Hails UK Referendum Result
Supreme Court Blocks Barack Obama’s Immigration Plan
President Barack Obama’s plan to shield millions of undocumented immigrants living illegally in the US failed to pass the Supreme Court. The court has announced it is split on the president’s plan. The divide comes as a blow to Barack Obama’s 2014 executive action which he enacted without Congress and will now be assessed in… Continue reading Supreme Court Blocks Barack Obama’s Immigration Plan
Brexit Referendum: PM David Cameron to Resign in October
UK’s PM David Cameron has announced he will step down by October after Britain voted to leave the EU. In a statement outside Downing Street, David Cameron said he would attempt to “steady the ship” over the coming weeks and months but that “fresh leadership” was needed. He had urged Britain to vote Remain but… Continue reading Brexit Referendum: PM David Cameron to Resign in October
Brexit Referendum Results: UK Votes to Leave European Union
The UK voted to leave the European Union with 52% to 48% despite London, Scotland and Northern Ireland backing staying in. The Brexit referendum turnout was 71.8% – with more than 30 million people voting – the highest turnout at a UK-wide vote since 1992. Nigel Farage – who has campaigned for the past 20… Continue reading Brexit Referendum Results: UK Votes to Leave European Union
Review of EssayLib Dissertation Writing Company
The growing number of essay writing services is completely overwhelming and everyone is striving to be on top. They go ahead to convince their customers from all over. However, only one and genuine thing speaks for the service: quality and reliable. Many students have turned to essay writing companies when they are faced with essay… Continue reading Review of EssayLib Dissertation Writing Company
The Link Between Gender And Medical Honesty
New study suggests that men’s help-seeking behavior makes them live shorter lives than women Advances in medical technology and practice theory have led to a notable increase in the average life expectancy for individuals around the world, now at 76 for men and 81 for women in the United States. While the updated averages are… Continue reading The Link Between Gender And Medical Honesty
How to Coordinate with Walls that are More than One Color
Choosing a paint for your walls is one of the most important things you will have to do when you’re decorating your home. If you’re torn between a few colors, you can always decide to use a couple of them on the same wall. Still, if you opt for multicolored walls, there are some things… Continue reading How to Coordinate with Walls that are More than One Color
Congress Blocked by Democratic Sit-In
The Congress has been blocked by a Democrat protest over a vote on gun control legislation. The Democrats’ sit-in comes in the wake of the recent shootings in Orlando, the deadliest in modern US history. Republican Speaker Paul Ryan tried to regain control of the lower house but was met with chants of “no bill,… Continue reading Congress Blocked by Democratic Sit-In
How To Ensure Your Church Event Is Fully Inclusive
Planning a church event takes a lot of thinking about, and every need must be borne in mind when you’re planning. The demographics of the population are such that you have to make sure everyone is catered to. Photo from Mount Pleasant For an event to be successful and inclusive, you have to think first… Continue reading How To Ensure Your Church Event Is Fully Inclusive
Solar Impulse 2 Completes Historic Atlantic Crossing
Solar Impulse 2 has landed in Spain, completing the Atlantic leg of its historic bid to circumnavigate the globe. The landing in Seville marked the end of the 15th stage of the solar-powered aircraft’s route. Pilot Bertrand Piccard made swift progress over the ocean after leaving New York on June 20. Mission managers will now… Continue reading Solar Impulse 2 Completes Historic Atlantic Crossing
EU Brexit: UK Polls Open for Historic Referendum
Polls have opened in the UK for a historic referendum on whether the country should remain a member of the European Union or leave. An estimated 46,499,537 people are entitled to take part in the vote. Polling stations opened at 07:00 BST and will close at 22:00 BST. It is only the third nationwide referendum… Continue reading EU Brexit: UK Polls Open for Historic Referendum
Canna Tourism: Marijuana Events Continue to Sprout Up All Over the U.S.A.
There is no more contentious issue in the U.S. than the one about marijuana. Millions of people use it, but few will ever admit to it. Fortunately, there are festivals all over the U.S. celebrating this wonderful little plant. As the marijuana industry continues to boom, sub-industries are emerging. The amount and number of cannabis… Continue reading Canna Tourism: Marijuana Events Continue to Sprout Up All Over the U.S.A.
Chinese Bank Staff Publicly Spanked for Poor Performance
Eight Chinese bank employees have been publicly spanked for poor performance during a training session, a leaked video has shown. The video, first posted by the People’s Daily, shows a trainer asking the employees why they did not “exceed themselves” at training. The trainer, Jiang Yang, then spanks them with what looks like a stick.… Continue reading Chinese Bank Staff Publicly Spanked for Poor Performance
Five Simple Tips For A Comfortable Home
People are mostly oriented toward the modern designs for their homes, because of their easy maintenance. However, over time, such designs become empty and monotonous. If you ever found yourself on a vacation in more rural areas, you have probably experienced the magnificent spirit of a farmhouse design. And if it took your breath away,… Continue reading Five Simple Tips For A Comfortable Home
South Korean Court Holds Hearing on North Korean Mass Defection
South Korea is holding a rare hearing into the detention of 12 North Koreans who defected to the South. A group of human rights lawyers – Lawyers for a Democratic Society – who requested the hearing want to determine whether South Korea’s continuing detention of the women is legal. The North Koreans, who worked as… Continue reading South Korean Court Holds Hearing on North Korean Mass Defection
Orlando Attack: Senate Rejects Gun Control Bills
Plans to tighten gun controls in the US, including the restriction of weapons sales to people on terrorism watch lists have been rejected by the Senate. Four proposals were brought before the Senate after 49 people were shot dead in Orlando attack on June 12. However, Democratic and Republican senators voted along party lines, blocking… Continue reading Orlando Attack: Senate Rejects Gun Control Bills
Corey Lewandowski Out as Donald Trump’s Campaign Manager
Donald Trump’s campaign manager Corey Lewandowski is to leave his job. A campaign spokeswoman said Corey Lewandowski would no longer be working on it and said the team was grateful to him “for his hard work and dedication”. The exact reason for Corey Lewandowski’s departure is not yet clear but sources close to Donald Trump… Continue reading Corey Lewandowski Out as Donald Trump’s Campaign Manager
Solar Impulse Begins Atlantic Crossing
The Solar Impulse 2 is set to cross the Atlantic, one of the toughest stages of its attempt to fly around the globe using solar energy. Pilot Bertrand Piccard will attempt to reach Seville in Spain after about 90-hour flight from New York. It is the first ever attempt to cross the Atlantic in a… Continue reading Solar Impulse Begins Atlantic Crossing