Donald Trump has decided to call off a Chicago rally after protests against the Republican presidential front-runner led to violent clashes. Hundreds of protesters gathered at the venue at the University of Illinois at Chicago hours before DonaldTrump was due. Inside the auditorium, fighting broke out between supporters and protesters, who waved flags and chanted.… Continue reading Donald Trump Cancels Chicago Rally after Violent Protests
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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.
Brazil’s President Dilma Rousseff Refuses to Resign
Brazil’s President Dilma Rousseff has refused to resign over her alleged mishandling of the economy after moves to impeach her. Dilma Rousseff accused her opponents of causing a political crisis which she said had damaged the economy. She also defended her predecessor, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, over money-laundering allegations. Dilma Rousseff said a prosecutors’… Continue reading Brazil’s President Dilma Rousseff Refuses to Resign
Republican Debate 2016: Donald Trump Attacked by Marco Rubio over Islam Comments
In a TV debate held in Miami, Republican Marco Rubio has attacked rival Donald Trump for saying that Islam hates America. Marco Rubio, who faces a do-or-die contest in Florida on March 15, said Islam had a problem with radicalization but said that many Muslims were proud Americans. “Presidents can’t just say whatever they want.… Continue reading Republican Debate 2016: Donald Trump Attacked by Marco Rubio over Islam Comments
Democratic Debate 2016: Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders Clash over Immigration In Miami
Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders have clashed over immigration and other issues during the Democratic debate in Florida. The Miami event took place just days before the next round of primaries, including Florida. With 246 delegates at stake, the southern state is the biggest prize. Bernie Sanders had a surprise victory in Michigan on March… Continue reading Democratic Debate 2016: Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders Clash over Immigration In Miami
EU Refugee Crisis: Macedonia Closes Border with Greece
Macedonia has announced it will close its border with Greece, effectively blocking the Balkan route north. The decision came after Slovenia barred access to refugees transiting Macedonia. Croatia and Serbia then said they would follow suit. Some 13,000 refugees are now stranded at the Macedonia-Greece border. The moves come after the EU and Turkey set… Continue reading EU Refugee Crisis: Macedonia Closes Border with Greece
Donald Trump Wins Michigan, Mississippi and Hawaii Primaries
Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump has won three more states – Michigan, Mississippi and Hawaii – in his bid for the White House nomination. In the Democratic race, Bernie Sanders had a surprise victory in Michigan, but Hillary Clinton increased her overall lead with a big Mississippi win. Republican Ted Cruz won in Idaho. The… Continue reading Donald Trump Wins Michigan, Mississippi and Hawaii Primaries
Petrobras Scandal: Marcelo Odebrecht Jailed for 19 Years
Brazilian billionaire Marcelo Odebrecht has been jailed for 19 years over a corruption scandal involving the state oil company Petrobras. Marcelo Odebrecht was convicted of paying more than $30 million in bribes to Petrobras officials in exchange for contracts and influence. The Odebrecht group is Latin America’s biggest construction conglomerate. The Petrobras inquiry has led… Continue reading Petrobras Scandal: Marcelo Odebrecht Jailed for 19 Years
Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto Likens Donald Trump’s Rhetoric to That of Adolf Hitler
Mexico’s President Enrique Pena Nieto has likened Donald Trump’s rhetoric to that of Adolf Hitler. In an interview with Mexican daily Excelsior, Enrique Pena Nieto called Donald Trump’s rhetoric “strident”. The Mexican leader added that “that’s how Mussolini got in, that’s how Hitler got in”. Enrique Pena Nieto also said that Donald Trump had hurt… Continue reading Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto Likens Donald Trump’s Rhetoric to That of Adolf Hitler
Emadeldin Elsayed Agrees to Voluntarily Leave US after Donald Trump Threat
Egyptian student Emadeldin Elsayed has agreed to voluntarily leave the US after posting on Facebook that the world would thank him if he killed Donald Trump. The 23-year-old student pilot was not charged with a crime but the authorities sought to deport him, his attorney, Hani Bushra, said. Immigration authorities said they would allow Emadeldin… Continue reading Emadeldin Elsayed Agrees to Voluntarily Leave US after Donald Trump Threat
Nigeria: Air Chief Marshall Alex Badeh Accused of Stealing $20 Million
Former Nigerian chief of defense Alex Badeh has been accused of stealing $20 million from the air force and buying a mansion. Retired Air Chief Marshall Alex Badeh denies 10 charges of fraud, criminal breach of trust and money laundering. He was appointed chief of defense two years ago. ACM Alex Badeh is accused of… Continue reading Nigeria: Air Chief Marshall Alex Badeh Accused of Stealing $20 Million
Refugee Crisis: Turkey and EU Emergency Summit Held in Brussels
Leaders from Turkey and EU have gathered in Brussels for an emergency summit on tackling Europe’s worst refugee crisis since World War Two. The EU aims to stem the flow of refugees and plans to declare the route north through the Balkans closed. It will press Turkey to take back economic migrants and has pledged… Continue reading Refugee Crisis: Turkey and EU Emergency Summit Held in Brussels
North Korea Angered by US and South Korea War Games
North Korea has threatened the US and South Korea with nuclear strikes as the two begin their largest ever military drills. The US and South Korean exercises, Key Resolve and Foal Eagle, are an annual event and always generate tension. The order for a “pre-emptive nuclear strike of justice” was made in a statement put… Continue reading North Korea Angered by US and South Korea War Games
Bernie Sanders Wins Maine Caucuses
Democrat Bernie Sanders has won the Maine caucuses, beating former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in the Democratic nomination race. With 91% of the vote counted, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders is polling 64%, while former Hillary Clinton has 36%. In the Republican race, Marco Rubio easily won Puerto Rico’s primary, beating Donald Trump. Hillary Clinton… Continue reading Bernie Sanders Wins Maine Caucuses
Marco Rubio Wins Puerto Rico Primaries
Republican Marco Rubio has won the latest contest in the battle to be the GOP’s presidential candidate, a day after being urged to quit the race. With more than a quarter of votes counted, Marco Rubio has nearly 75% of the vote in Puerto Rico. Despite his projected second victory in the state-by-state contest, Marco… Continue reading Marco Rubio Wins Puerto Rico Primaries
Slovakia Elections 2016: Robert Fico Loses Parliamentary Majority
Anti-refugee PM Robert Fico has won Slovakia’s general election but lost his parliamentary majority, almost complete results show. The leftist-nationalist prime minister will now need to find coalition partners to return for a third term. Gains by small parties, including an extreme right one, may produce a divided parliament with no clear path to forming… Continue reading Slovakia Elections 2016: Robert Fico Loses Parliamentary Majority
Donald Trump and Ted Cruz Urge Rival Candidates to Quit Nomination Race
Republican Donald Trump has called for a “one-on-one” battle with Ted Cruz, urging other rivals to quit the nomination race. Ted Cruz also suggested it was time for other hopefuls, like Marco Rubio and John Kasich, to step aside. Donald Trump and Ted Cruz won two states each in March 5 voting. In the Democratic… Continue reading Donald Trump and Ted Cruz Urge Rival Candidates to Quit Nomination Race
Dilma Rousseff Visits Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva after Questioning
Brazil’s President Dilma Rousseff has visited ex-leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, a day after he was questioned over corruption allegations at the state oil company, Petrobras. Dilma Rousseff appeared with Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on the balcony of his apartment and waved to hundreds of people who had gathered below. Luiz Inacio Lula… Continue reading Dilma Rousseff Visits Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva after Questioning
AMC Entertainment Buys Rival Carmike for $1.1 Billion
AMC Entertainment is acquiring rival Carmike for $1.1 billion, creating the largest US movie theater chain. AMC is owned by Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda. The Carmike acquisition comes on the heels of Wanda buying studio Legendary Entertainment, the company behind blockbusters like Jurassic World and The Dark Knight. Dalian Wanda, the world’s biggest movie theatre… Continue reading AMC Entertainment Buys Rival Carmike for $1.1 Billion
Zaman Takeover: Authorities Take Control of Turkey’s Biggest Newspaper
The biggest Turkish newspaper, Zaman, has condemned its takeover by the authorities in a defiant last edition published just before police raided it. March 5 edition said Turkey’s press had experienced “one of the darkest days in its history”. Police raided Zaman‘s offices hours after a court ruling placed it under state control, but managers… Continue reading Zaman Takeover: Authorities Take Control of Turkey’s Biggest Newspaper
North Korean Cargo Ship Jin Teng Seized in Philippines
A North Korean cargo ship has been seized in the Philippines in line with tightened UN sanctions targeting the country’s nuclear program. Deputy presidential spokesman Manolo Quezon said the Philippines “has to do its part to enforce the sanctions”. The Jin Teng cargo ship is one of 31 ships operated by North Korean company Ocean… Continue reading North Korean Cargo Ship Jin Teng Seized in Philippines
White House 2016: Ben Carson Suspends Campaign for Republican Nomination
Ben Carson has officially suspended his campaign for the Republican nomination for the 2016 presidential election. Speaking to conservative activists, Ben Carson, 64, said: “I’m leaving the campaign trail.” Dr. Ben Carson, a retired neurosurgeon, had been a front-runner but his campaign stalled in recent months after he performed badly on foreign affairs and questions… Continue reading White House 2016: Ben Carson Suspends Campaign for Republican Nomination
Donald Trump Pulls Out of CPAC 2016
Donald Trump has dropped out of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), opting instead to campaign in Kansas and Florida. The CPAC organizers said they were “very disappointed”. The Republican presidential frontrunner was scheduled to speak on March 5 at the gathering of conservative activists in Maryland. Donald Trump’s fellow Republican presidential candidates are all… Continue reading Donald Trump Pulls Out of CPAC 2016
Brazil’s Ex-President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva Arrested in Petrobras Case
Brazil’s ex-President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has been arrested as part of a huge fraud inquiry into the state oil company Petrobras. His house was raided by federal police agents and he was brought in for questioning. Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who left office in 2011, has denied allegations of corruption. The long-running… Continue reading Brazil’s Ex-President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva Arrested in Petrobras Case
Republican Debate 2016: Donald Trump Comes under Fire Again
Donald Trump has come under fire again at the latest Republican debate, after a day in which the GOP’s veteran politicians urged voters to desert him. The front-runner in the Republican race was on the defensive in Detroit as Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz piled in. Donald Trump admitted he had changed his stance on… Continue reading Republican Debate 2016: Donald Trump Comes under Fire Again
Princess Cristina of Spain Testifies in Tax Fraud Trial
Princess Cristina of Spain has testified for the first time at her trial for alleged tax fraud, answering only the questions posed by her own lawyer. The 50-year-old sister of King Felipe told the court in Mallorca that she had never asked her husband, Inaki Urdangarin, how he ran a property company they jointly owned.… Continue reading Princess Cristina of Spain Testifies in Tax Fraud Trial