World News: June 2018

Saturday, 30 June 2018

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Suspect in Capital Gazette killings charged with 5 counts of first-degree murder

06/29/18 6:04 AM

Trump ‘MOCKED’ by prankster pretending to be Senator Bob Menendez in SHOCKING audio clip

DONALD Trump has been mocked by a prankster posing as New Jersey’s Democratic Senator Bob Menendez after the President allegedly returned a call during a flight on Air Force One on Wednesday evening, bringing into question the White House’s security protocol.

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Brexiteer Gove physically ‘TEARS UP’ May's customs plans as cabinet SPIRALS out of control

ARCH-Brexiteer Michael Gove physically tore up Theresa May’s new Brexit customs plans during a meeting earlier this week as tensions inside the Prime Minister’s cabinet spiralled out of control ahead of next weeks showdown at Chequers.

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Ireland set for snap BREXIT ELECTION? Cocky Varadkar warned ‘you DO NOT have divine rule’

IRELAND could be set for a snap election with leader Leo Varadkar contemplating collapsing his own government and sparking political chaos on the island in order to increase his mandate during Brexit talks.

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DAVIS HITS BACK: Brexit Secretary responds after Barnier tries to blame delays on BRITAIN

DAVID Davis has delivered a terse rebuke to Michel Barnier over a fresh attempt to blame Britain for the lagging pace of the Brexit talks. The Brussels diplomat yesterday claimed "huge and serious" differences between the UK and the EU still stood in the way of a departure deal.

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'It will COLLAPSE!' Tory MP says 'FLAWED' eurozone will fall apart sooner or later

THE EUROZONE will eventually “collapse” because it is “fundamentally flawed” and results in wealthier member states bailing out other poorer countries, warned Tory MP John Whittingdale.

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Fergie and Prince Andrew ‘COZIED UP’ at Royal Ascot despite being divorced for THIS reason

SARAH Ferguson and Prince Andrew ‘cozied up’ in the Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot with their eldest daughter, Princess Beatrice, with one body language expert claiming the pair resembled a “flirty couple of their first date”. But why have the pair remained so close over 20 years after their divorce?

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'From EU Queen to a BEGGAR' - Merkel’s authority in ‘ASHES’ after Brussels summit turmoil

ANGELA Merkel has been branded a “beggar” by a leading journalist after the German Chancellor was forced to obtain a compromise on the European migrant crisis at the EU summit in Brussels in order to stave off a rebellion within the German Bundestag.

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Mexico SHAKES as major 6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes in Ring of Fire

A MASSIVE earthquake has struck off the coast of Mexico, shaking the country, the United States Geological Survey has reported.

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UK weather forecast: Heatwave EXTENDED for a fortnight as balmy summer sunshine continues

THE summer heatwave has been extended for a further two weeks, with the UK set to bask in scorching sunshine and soaring temperatures today as calm conditions continue.

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Hawaii volcano: Robots dive into SCOLDING molten rock to make major scientific discoveries

ROBOTS will dive into waters where scientists have been unable to go to assess how Mount Kilauea has affected the coral reefs and marine life almost two months after the volcano first ravaged Hawaii’s Big Island.

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Trump to name nominee for Supreme Court on 9 July

The US president has five people in mind, including two women, and will name his choice on 9 July.

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Steel firm Thyssenkrupp backs Tata merger

The UK's biggest steelworks at Port Talbot will become part of the newly merged group.

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Donald Trump gets prank call on Air Force One

Donald Trump was fooled by a comedian into taking a prank call while on board Air Force One.

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US ambassador to Estonia resigns 'over Trump comments'

James Melville is the latest senior US diplomat to resign in protest at controversial Trump policies.

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Canada 'will not back down' over US metals tariffs

Canada also unveiled $2bn in aid to protect its steel and aluminium industries from the US tariffs.

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Newspaper shooting suspect 'barricaded exit'

The Capital Gazette gunman shot one victim trying to flee through a door he barricaded, say police.

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DR Congo: Oil drilling allowed in wildlife parks

Virunga and Salonga national parks in DR Congo are home to threatened mountain gorillas and bonobo.

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Migrant crisis: EU leaders split over new migrant deal

A deal to curb irregular migration was reached at a gruelling summit but leaders interpret it differently.

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Unknown 'hero' helps man who fell on Toronto subway tracks

A bystander took a picture of a Good Samaritan rescuing a man who fell off the subway platform.

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Adam Sandler: Wedding Singer turns wedding crasher

One couple were treated to a big surprise on their wedding day by a cameo appearance from Adam Sandler.

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Thai cave rescue: A country in prayer

Rescuers have been searching for a group of boys who went to explore a cave with their football coach.

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ICYMI: How a deafblind fan is enjoying the World Cup

Also this week - why Cristiano Ronaldo needs his sleep and a football-loving kangaroo.

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How can you dance without music?

The story of a deaf dance star.

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Wayne Rooney's US welcome (versus David Beckham's)

The two ex-England players had slightly different welcomes, with Rooney heading to a beer garden.

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Himmler's daughter worked for post-war German spy agency

Germany's BND spy agency acknowledges it hired Nazi Heinrich Himmler's daughter during the 1960s.

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Saudi wastes no time to rap at the wheel

Leesa A sings in the music video of her driving released on the day a decades-old ban was lifted.

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The young Austrian leader sharing power with the far right

Is Sebastian Kurz getting too close to the far right as he pursues a hardline migrant policy?

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Little hope ahead of polls in Mexico's Sinaloa state

Mexicans will be voting in general elections on Sunday against a backdrop of record levels of violence.

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Thai cave rescue: Drones, dogs, drilling and desperation

A full-scale international effort is under way to reach 12 young Thais and their coach lost in a vast cave.

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Bringing Gay Pride to Africa's last absolute monarchy

The kingdom of Swaziland, now known as eSwatini, is holding its first gay pride march - despite homosexuality being illegal.

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Europe migrant crisis: Gruelling EU match ends in a draw

The deal's convoluted language reflects continuing splits on the issue, writes Laurence Peter.

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Capital Gazette shooting: Remembering the victims

Five employees were killed after a gunman opened fire at a local Maryland newspaper. Who are they?

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Local residents serve food, water to stranded passengers after Lahore-bound train meets accident

As a gesture of goodwill, residents of Mehrabpur (a city located in Naushero District of Sindh) provided food and water to stranded passengers after their train met an accident on Friday. The Lahore-bound train was travelling from Karachi when it met an unforeseen accident near Mehrabpur. Area residents were quick to respond as they instantly offered their invaluable help to the passengers by serving them food and iced water in extreme hot weather. Their efforts were showcased and applauded on social media when Danyal Gilani, Chairman Central Film Center Board (CBFC), tweeted the following pictures from the accident scene:

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Imran?s wife Bushra Bibi woos disgruntled PTI women leaders

LAHORE: Bushra Bibi, the wife of Imran Khan, wooed disgruntled women leaders of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).The PTI women leaders, who were annoyed over distribution of party tickets for elections 2018 held meeting with Imran Khan in Zaman Park. Bushra Bibi was also present on the occasion.Later, talking to media PTI women leader Fatima Usman said Bushra Bibi is so kind and lovely lady, adding that I burst into tears after listening Bushra Bibi’s kind words.Another leader Sadia Sohail said they also congratulated Imran on his new life.Dr Zarqa said they would actively run PTI’s election campaign after meeting with Imran and Bushra Bibi

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Pakistan hands over two fishermen to India

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday handed over two Indian prisoners to Indian authorities at Wagha Border.The prisoners who are fishermen have been handed over to India as a good will gesture, said press release issued here by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).These fishermen were handed over to Indian Border Security Force by Pakistan Rangers Punjab.

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Sharjeel Memon, accused of corruption, continues to stay at hospital

KARACHI: Former Sindh information minister Sharjeel Memon, who is going through a trial for corruption of worth Rs 5 billion, is still staying at a private hospital after the former Sindh government extended his hospitalization as a sub-jail towards the end of its tenure. He has been confined with sub jail at the VIP room of a private hospital pertaining to prolonged hospitalization despite being under trial for a heavy corruption.The directives came from former chief minister Murad Ali Shah who asserted the further hospitalization as a private jail towards the end of his government’s tenure in Sindh.Memon and eleven others were indicted in the Rs5.76 billion corruption reference by NAB in October 2017 prior to his transfer from jail to a hospital on court’s orders.Memon was then shifted from Jinnah Hospital to the VIP ward of a private hospital in Karachi's Clifton area on May 18 after he was prescribed to undergo hydrotherapy.

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China reacts to FATF?s move of placing Pakistan on grey list

BEIJING: China on Friday urged the international community to give full recognition and trust to the great efforts and sacrifices made by the Pakistani government and people for the fight against terrorism.“Pakistan's efforts in combating terrorism have won not only China but also many countries in the international community,” Chinese foreign ministry’s spokesperson Lu Kang said in his regular briefing while responding to a question regarding the listing of Pakistan on the Global Funding Terrorism Watch List by the FATF meeting.“We have always believed that the great efforts and sacrifices made by the Pakistani government and people for the fight against terrorism are obvious to all. The international community must give full recognition and trust,” he added.The spokesperson said in recent years, Pakistan has actively taken measures to strengthen financial supervision and crack down on terrorist financing and made important progress.“China hopes that all parties will treat Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts objectively and impartially, instead of relying on criticism and pressure,” he added.China and Pakistan are all-weather strategic partners, he said and added, China is willing to continue to strengthen cooperation with Pakistan in the anti-terrorism field.Responding to yet another question in this regard, he declined to make specific comments on the discussion of the Anti-Money Laundering Financial Action Task Force.He reiterated that Pakistan has made tremendous efforts and sacrifices for international anti-terrorism cooperation under its very difficult conditions.“The international community should treat Pakistan’s efforts objectively and impartially and give more recognition and support to Pakistan from the perspective of more effective counter-terrorism cooperation,” he added.

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PTI calls for Governor Punjab's immediate removal

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has demanded immediate dismissal of of Governor Punjab Rafique Rajwana in a letter addressed to the chief election commissioner on Friday.In his letter, the PTI central senior vice president Babar Awan stated that the Election Commission of Pakistan was responsible for transparent elections while the incumbent Punjab Governor’s affiliation with Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) was leading to the upcoming general elections getting regulated by a discrepancy in the circumstances.The PTI leader also objected to Governor Rajwana’s son Asif Rajwana being in the race as PML-N nominee for Punjab Assembly constituency PP-214.Awan also deplored that the Governor House’s resources were being exhausted by PML-N and appealed to the chief election commissioner for immediate removal of the governor from office.

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Opponents targeting PML-N for being in the lead: Maryam Nawaz

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz leader Maryam Nawaz stated that political rivals are hurling reprimand their way as the party treads its way to triumph.In conversation with media outlets outside London’s Harley Clinic, the PML-N leader stated: “The plots against us have shown that PML-N is winning.”She further added: “Do whatever you can but no one will be able to stop the nation on the day of the polling.”Earlier in the week, on Wednesday Maryam revealed that her decision to fly back into the country rests on her mother’s health condition. Begum Kulsoom Nawaz has been on ventilator in London’s Harley Street Clinic since June 14. Maryam and Nawaz Sharif both reached London on the same day.

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COAS Gen. Bajwa awards degrees, medals to graduating students at Army Medical College

ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa Friday awarded degrees and medals to the graduating students at the convocation ceremony of the 37th MBBS and 16th BDS course held at Army Medical College, Rawalpindi.Doctors Taymmia Ejaz and Zunera Saeed were awarded President gold medals on Friday for being best all round cadets for 37th MBBS and 16th BDS course, respectively.Capt Muhammad Shoaib was also awarded COAS gold medal for being best military cadet, an ISPR press release said.Speaking on the occasion, the Army Chief congratulated the graduating students and their parents and wished them success in their future endeavours.The COAS also acknowledged contributions of Army Medical College for their diligence in providing quality education to the students.The ceremony was attended by senior serving and retired military officers, faculty members and parents of the graduating students.

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Farooq Sattar faces voters? ire in Lyari

KARACHI: Disgruntled electors grappled Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan leader Dr Farooq Sattar upon his visit to the Kharadar constituency during Friday prayers flinging complaints his way. The MQM convener was tackled by discontented voters following the Friday prayers held at Kharadar’s Memon Masjid.Of the numerous objections raised opposing him, one of them had included him being advised to ‘ask for forgiveness’ while another chimed in complaining about being pestered to submit animal hides during the past Eid ul Adha days.Another complainant revealed: “You have been snatching animal hides for the past 25 years by brandishing weapons. Now you’ve come here to ask for votes.”The politician while attempting to escape the mob of complainants reassured them that the public would be provided improved service this time around.It may be noted here that despite being awarded a ticket, senior Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) leader Dr Farooq Sattar has decided against contesting the July 25 general elections. Instead, he will run the electoral campaign for the party.Talking to the media outside his residence on Thursday, Dr Sattar said his party leaders and workers have advised him to quit the race and support the other nominees.Earlier in the day, voters had tackled Karachi Chapter leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Khurram Sher Zaman as well, as he paid a visit to his constituency. “We did not vote [for you] so that you could sit in the assembly and travel in a car to and from your house,” stated one dejected constituent.

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Elections 2018: PPP candidate elected unopposed

KARACHI: Mir Shabbir Ali Bijarani of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has been elected unopposed from the Sind Assembly constituency of Kashmore KPS-6 Kashmore-3. A returning officer of the Pakistan Election Commission (PEC) has announced the first result before the polling and also issued the notification of his success.Shabbir Bijarani, who had earlier joined Grand Democratic Alliance after parting ways with the PPP due to differences, has returned to the Party. He submitted today his PPP ticket to the PEC after which he has been declared winner as all other candidates from his constituency withdrew from the contest.

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Wall collision injures eight people after heavy rains in Lahore

A wall collision at a local mosque left eight people injured after heavy rains that have been pouring down over Lahore. Rescue officials have reported that the incident took place at Model Town’s Link Road which led to eight people getting gravely wounded under the collapsed wall.As per detailed reports, three of the injured received instantaneous medicinal aid by rescue teams who arrived at the scene, whereas the remaining five were moved to a hospital nearby where they recived further medical treatment. The Punjab capital and nearby areas received irregular spells of downpour which is still ongoing, making the weather pleasant after an extensive period of heat.Furthermore, the heavy shower has also resulted in tripping of over 100 feeders of Lahore Electricity Supply Company.

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IHC's Justice Shaukat Aziz criticises Chief Justice of Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad High Court (IHC) Chief Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui on Friday criticized the Chief Justice of Pakistan saying the top judge has no right to humiliate a judges in open courts.The remarks came during a hearing at the IHC in an apparent reference to an incident which saw an additional and session judge tender resignation days after being rebuked by Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar.The chief justice was on a visit to district courts in Larkana when he grilled the judge and also threw a phone on his work table after spotting the device there.The whole episode was aired by private TV channels. According to Geo News, IHC Chief Justice said if the CJ would not respect judges, the judges too has the right to defend themselves.

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LHC allows Khaqan Abbasi to contest from NA-57

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court has allowed former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi to contest on NA-57 constituency.An appellate tribunal on Wednesday rejected nomination papers of Abbasi from National Assembly Constituency NA-57 in Murree.Rawalpindi's Election Appellate Tribunal judge Justice Ibadur Rehman Lodhi had reserved his judgement two days ago over a plea filed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf worker Masood Ahmed Abbasi against Shahid Khaqan Abbasi's nomination papers.The applicant stated that Khaqan Abbasi had tempered his records submitted to the Returning Officer and provided incorrect details about his properties.He said the former prime minister has encroached forest land of Lawrence College while he has also provided incorrect information regarding ownership of his property in Sector F-7-II.Admitting all the objections raised by applicant, the tribunal rejected nomination papers of Abbasi.The former premier is also a candidate of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz from a National Assembly constituency in Islamabad.

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Voter confronts PTI candidate in Karachi

A voter confronted a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf candidate when the latter took to the streets to canvass support ahead of general election.The PTI candidate from PS-110, Khurram Sherzaman, visited his constituency where he distributed pamphlets. As he arrived at a mobile phone shop, the shopkeeper grilled him about his performance during the last five years."What has you done for us in five years? All you did during the five years was travelling in an air-conditioned car, relaxing in assembly and your house. That was not what we expected from you while electing you," the angry man told Zaman.The PTI candidate attempted to explain his position before telling the man that he can vote for candidate of his choice.Earlier, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN) and Pakistan People's Party (PPP) candidates have to face embarrassment as they visited their constituencies where they were confronted by voters in Punjab and Sindh respectively.

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Elections 2018: ECP extends polling time by one hour after PTI request

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Friday extended polling timings by one hour for the general elections scheduled to be held on July 25. The new timings, as per the ECP press release, will be from 8am to till 6pm.The polling will be held for 10 hours without any interval.The timings have been extended to facilitate the voters and to ensure that maximum voters participate in the election process.Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf had requested the ECP on Wednesday to extend polling timings as it would be difficult for the voters to go out in hot weather to cast their vote.This is the first time in Pakistan’s electoral history that the polling timings have been changed. For the previous elections in 2013, the polling time for the voters was from 8am till 5pm.

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Pakistan Election 2018: List of MQM Pakistan candidates for General Election 2018

KARACHI: The MQM-P has issued a partial final list of its candidates contesting for different constituencies of the national and Sindh assemblies. The party has fielded candidates for 30 NA and 64 PS seats across the province.Khlaid Maqbool Siddiqui NA-255 (Nazimabad and Liaquatabad)Farooq Sattar NA-245 (Jamshed Quarters and Ferozabad) Farooq Sattar NA-247 (Defence and Saddar)Ali Raza Abidi NA-243 (Gulshan-e-Iqbal).Amin-ul-Haque NA-251 (Mominabad and Orangi)

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