Saudi Arabia is concerned that 9/11 relatives will be able to sue the kingdom for damages, the foreign ministry says. On September 28, the Congress voted for a law allowing families of nearly 3,000 people killed in the attacks to sue. In doing so they overrode a veto by President Barack Obama, who said it… Continue reading Saudi Arabia Warns US over 9/11 Lawsuit Bill
Author: Diane A. Wade
Diane is a perfectionist. She enjoys searching the internet for the hottest events from around the world and writing an article about it. The details matter to her, so she makes sure the information is easy to read and understand. She likes traveling and history, especially ancient history. Being a very sociable person she has a blast having barbeque with family and friends.
Hillary Clinton Accuses Donald Trump of Violating Cuban Embargo
Hillary Clinton has accused Donald Trump of violating US laws, after a report said the Republican presidential candidate broke a trade embargo with Cuba. According to a Newsweek report, Donald Trump’s company secretly conducted business in Cuba, violating the US trade embargo against the country. His company allegedly spent at least $68,000 in Cuba in… Continue reading Hillary Clinton Accuses Donald Trump of Violating Cuban Embargo
Donald Trump Net Worth 2016: Republican Candidate’s Wealth Drops $800M in One Year
According to Forbes magazine, Donald Trump’s fortune dropped $800 million in one year. The business magazine now estimates Donald Trump’s net worth at $3.7 billion. Forbes said the decrease was mainly due to the “softening” of the New York property market. Donald Trump, who once wrote a book called Midas Touch, has said the country… Continue reading Donald Trump Net Worth 2016: Republican Candidate’s Wealth Drops $800M in One Year
Hillary Clinton Receives More Republican Endorsements
Hillary Clinton has received another Republican endorsement from former Virginia Senator John Warner, two days after the first presidential debate. The Democratic candidate was also backed by the Arizona Republic newspaper, the first time it has supported a Democrat since its founding in 1890. Meanwhile Donald Trump says September 26 debate has led to record… Continue reading Hillary Clinton Receives More Republican Endorsements
Jeffrey DeLaurentis Named First US Ambassador to Cuba in 55 Years
Jeffrey DeLaurentis has been appointed as the first US ambassador to Cuba in 55 years as relations between the countries thaw. According to President Barack Obama, it was a “step towards a more normal and productive relationship”. However, the president may face a battle in Congress where some Republicans are opposed to his dealings with… Continue reading Jeffrey DeLaurentis Named First US Ambassador to Cuba in 55 Years
Hillary Clinton vs. Donald Trump Debate Breaks TV Record
The first Hillary Clinton vs. Donald Trump presidential debate was watched by 84 million people, breaking a previous TV record set 36 years ago. In 1980, Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan’s debate drew 80.6 million viewers. The viewing figures only count those who watched the debate on the 13 TV channels that carried it live,… Continue reading Hillary Clinton vs. Donald Trump Debate Breaks TV Record
Israel: Shimon Peres Dies at the Age of 93
Former Israeli President Shimon Peres has died at the age of 93. He served twice as Israel’s prime minister and once as president. Shimon Peres suffered a stroke two weeks ago. His condition had improved before a sudden deterioration on September 27. His son, Chemi Peres, led tributes to “one of the founding fathers of… Continue reading Israel: Shimon Peres Dies at the Age of 93
Debate 2016: Donald Trump Criticizes Lester Holt for Being Tougher on Him than on Hillary Clinton
Republican candidate Donald Trump has criticized Lester Holt, the moderator in the first presidential debate, for being tougher on him than on Hillary Clinton. Donald Trump also complained about his microphone crackling and being at a lower level than Hillary Clinton’s. The two candidates clashed over jobs, temperament and tax in a debate watched by… Continue reading Debate 2016: Donald Trump Criticizes Lester Holt for Being Tougher on Him than on Hillary Clinton
Debate 2016: What Do the Polls Say?
A CNN/ORC poll taken after the first presidential debate found that 62% of voters who had watched the head-to-head thought that Hillary Clinton came out on top, with just 27% giving it to Donald Trump. This is based on interviews with 521 registered voters chosen as part of a random national sample. However, only 26%… Continue reading Debate 2016: What Do the Polls Say?
Debate 2016: Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump Clash over Jobs, Terrorism and Race
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have clashed over jobs, terrorism and race in the first presidential debate. The attacks turned personal as the Republican accused Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton of not having the right temperament to be president. Meanwhile, Hillary Clinton baited Donald Trump by pointing out that he refuses to release his tax returns.… Continue reading Debate 2016: Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump Clash over Jobs, Terrorism and Race
First Presidential Debate 2016: All You Need to Know
The first of three presidential debates takes place on Monday night, September 26. There will be six segments of about 15 minutes, each on a different topic. Moderator: NBC anchor Lester Holt Venue: Hofstra University on Long Island, New York; Start time: 9PM EDT. At the start of each segment, the two candidates will have… Continue reading First Presidential Debate 2016: All You Need to Know
Clinton vs. Trump Debate 2016: Time and Details
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are to face each other in their first TV debate. The two presidential candidates will take to the stage in New York on September 26. The duel at Hofstra University could be the most watched debate in TV history, with 100 million viewers. There are 43 days until the November… Continue reading Clinton vs. Trump Debate 2016: Time and Details
Swiss Referendum Approves New Surveillance Law
A new referendum in Switzerland has approved a law on new surveillance powers for the intelligence agencies. The law would allow the authorities to tap phones, snoop on email and deploy hidden cameras and bugs. According to supporters, the new law would help Switzerland catch up with other countries. Opponents have feared it could erode… Continue reading Swiss Referendum Approves New Surveillance Law
Cascade Mall Attack: Four Women Shot Dead in Burlington
Four women are dead and a man critically injured after a mass shooting at a shopping center in Burlington, Washington. Washington police are hunting for a “Hispanic male” wearing a black T-shirt armed with a rifle who opened fire in the shopping mall near Seattle. The Cascade Mall and nearby shops have been evacuated and… Continue reading Cascade Mall Attack: Four Women Shot Dead in Burlington
West Wing Cast to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Ohio
The West Wing stars are to campaign for Hillary Clinton in Ohio this weekend. Allison Janney, Richard Schiff, Dule Hill, Bradley Whitford, Joshua Malina, and Mary McCormack will reunite to help organize events across the state. The stars of the former hit political TV drama will appear in towns including Cleveland, Sandusky and Toledo. The… Continue reading West Wing Cast to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Ohio
Caracas Paralyzed by Bus Drivers Protest
Venezuela’s capital has been paralyzed for eight hours by a bus drivers strike. They blocked the streets with their vehicles to protest against the country’s economic crisis. Hundreds of drivers demanded more pay and protection from violent crime. Many said they needed more money to maintain their buses and complained of scarcity of spare parts.… Continue reading Caracas Paralyzed by Bus Drivers Protest
Rodrigo Duterte Launches Violent Attack on EU
Filipino President Rodrigo Duterte launched a fierce attack on the European Union after it condemned his brutal crackdown on crime. Rodrigo Duterte said the EU parliament was acting out of guilt after it called on him to halt “the current wave of extrajudicial executions and killings”. The president said “hypocritical” former colonial powers like France… Continue reading Rodrigo Duterte Launches Violent Attack on EU
Brazil: Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to Stand Trial on Corruption and Money Laundering Charges
Brazil’s ex-President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will be tried for corruption and money laundering over an alleged scheme at the state oil company, Petrobras, a judge has said. Brazilian prosecutors say Lula da Silva accepted 3.7 million reais ($1.11 million) in bribes connected to the multi-billion dollar scheme. Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, 70,… Continue reading Brazil: Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to Stand Trial on Corruption and Money Laundering Charges
George HW Bush Will Allegedly Vote for Hillary Clinton
Former Republican President George H.W. Bush will allegedly vote for Democrat Hillary Clinton in November. According to Politico, George H.W. Bush made the pledge to Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, niece to ex-President John F. Kennedy. George H.W. Bush’s office has not confirmed the report, with a spokesman saying he was checking. The former president, who held… Continue reading George HW Bush Will Allegedly Vote for Hillary Clinton
Donald Trump Jr. Likens Syrian Refugees to Poisoned Skittles
Donald Trump Jr. has caused uproar on social media by comparing Syrian refugees to Skittles candy. Trying to suggest the US should not accept any refugees, Donald Trump’s eldest son asked the question: “If I had a bowl of skittles and I told you just three would kill you, would you take a handful?” “That’s… Continue reading Donald Trump Jr. Likens Syrian Refugees to Poisoned Skittles
Donald Trump Questions Ahmad Khan Rahami’s Medical Care and Legal Representation
Donald Trump has questioned the medical treatment and legal representation of New York bombing suspect Ahmad Khan Rahami following his arrest. Ahmad Khan Rahami, a 28-year-old Afghan-born naturalized US citizen, was charged with five counts of attempted murder after a police shootout. Donald Trump said it was a “sad situation” and underscores the country’s weak… Continue reading Donald Trump Questions Ahmad Khan Rahami’s Medical Care and Legal Representation
Berlin Elections 2016: Angela Merkel Admits Refugee Policy Mistakes
Angela Merkel has admitted migrant policy mistakes are linked to her CDU party’s defeat in Berlin state elections. The German Chancellor voiced regret over mistakes that contributed to last summer’s refugee crisis in Germany. More than a million migrants reached Germany – a record. “If I could, I would turn back time for many, many… Continue reading Berlin Elections 2016: Angela Merkel Admits Refugee Policy Mistakes
Berlin Elections 2016: Angela Merkel’s CDU Suffers Historic Losses
German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s CDU has suffered historic losses in Berlin state elections. The CDU has been ousted from the state governing coalition with the center-left Social Democrats. Meanwhile the right-wing anti-migrant party Alternative for Germany (AfD) made gains and will enter the state parliament for the first time. Angela Merkel’s popularity has waned since… Continue reading Berlin Elections 2016: Angela Merkel’s CDU Suffers Historic Losses
Manhattan Explosion Injures At Least 29 People
An “intentional” blast has injured at least 29 people in the Chelsea district of New York City, officials say. The cause of the blast on September 17 remains unclear. NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio described the explosion as “intentional” but said that there were no known links to terror. The force of the explosion blew-out… Continue reading Manhattan Explosion Injures At Least 29 People
Muhammadu Buhari Admits Plagiarizing Barack Obama’s Speech
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari plagiarized quotes from President Barack Obama in a speech promising change in his country, according to a statement by the presidential office. Muhammadu Buhari has blamed an “overzealous” staff member for plagiarizing parts of the speech. He made the address on September 8 to launch a campaign entitled “Change begins with… Continue reading Muhammadu Buhari Admits Plagiarizing Barack Obama’s Speech