U.N. nuclear watchdog calls on Iran to clear up origin of uranium traces
The U.N. nuclear watchdog and Iran will discuss the discovery of uranium traces at an undeclared site in Tehran next week, the agency’s acting chief said on Thursday, adding that Iran had not provided any more information about the origin of the partic…
Debating in Georgia, Democrats Make Their Case on Voting Rights
The 2018 governor’s race in the state was marred by accusations of rampant voter suppression, particularly of black voters.
Iran reconnects internet in one province after days of nationwide shut down – ISNA
The internet has been restored in Iran’s southern Hormozgan province, the semi-official ISNA news agency said on Thursday, days after the authorities ordered a blackout as violent protests swept the country. “The internet connection has been restored …
Global Political Paralysis Spreads to Israel
(Bloomberg) — Want to receive this post in your inbox every day? Sign up for the Balance of Power newsletter, and follow Bloomberg Politics on Twitter and Facebook for more.Israel is reaching new heights for political instability, with the possibility…
UN nuclear watchdog: Iran must explain undeclared site
The head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency says Iran has not provided additional details about the discovery of uranium particles of man-made origin at a location that had not been declared. Cornel Feruta, the acting director of the International At…
Labour Taxes the Rich to Fund 83 Billion-Pound Spree: U.K. Votes
(Bloomberg) — U.K. Labour Party Leader Jeremy Corbyn announced a radical package of new taxes on business and the wealthy, as he published his plans for government ahead of the British general election. These include a financial transaction tax; a hik…
Fiona Hill to criticize Republicans for pushing ‘fictional narrative’ on Ukraine
President Donald Trump’s former top Russia aide plans to go after Republican lawmakers on Thursday for pushing what she dubs a “fictional narrative” about Ukrainian interference in the 2016 presidential election. In her opening statement before House …
Ex-White House Adviser Fiona Hill To Testify In Impeachment Probe
Russia expert Fiona Hill testifies in the impeachment hearing Thursday. In her deposition, she warned Republicans against “going down a rabbit hole” and falling prey to Russian disinformation.
Auto News: GM Sues Rival Over Bribery Allegations, UAW President Resigns
GM filed suit against Fiat Chrysler saying it bribed UAW officials in order to get favorable labor contracts. And, UAW President Gary Jones resigned following an unfolding corruption scandal.
News Brief: Impeachment, Presidential Primary Debate, Hate Messages
A review of Ambassador Gordon Sondland’s testimony in the impeachment inquiry. Ten Democratic presidential contenders debated in Atlanta. And, recent racial incidents rattle Syracuse University.
Navy Board May Strip Gallagher Of SEAL Status Despite Trump Support
President Trump last week pardoned Edward Gallagher, the Navy SEAL at the center of a war crimes case. Now there’s word that Gallagher and three other SEALS may be ousted from the elite force.
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