‘We must move now into doing mode’: Germany’s political mess is annoying business leaders

posted in: Germany, News

–German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s position is looking weaker-than-ever and German business leaders are worried about it. –Merkel’s long-term leadership of Germany – one that has previously earned her the nickname of “Mutti,” or “Mummy,” – has looked increasingly shaky over … Read More

Trump at UN Security Council: Syria’s Butchery Is Enabled by Russia, Iran

posted in: Middle East, News

Trump claims China attempting to interfere in U.S. midterm elections, addressed U.S. policy on Iran and advances in the denuclearization of North Korea. Trump chairs a UN Security Council meeting at UN headquarters in New York, U.S., September 26, 2018. \ … Read More

US ‘disturbed and deeply disappointed’ by EU over Iran sanctions

US President Donald J. Trump is seen on a screen as he addresses the General Debate of the General Assembly of the United Nations at United Nations Headquarters in New York, New York, USA, 25 September 2018. [EPA-EFE/JUSTIN LANE] Tensions … Read More

Donald Trump Signs Renegotiated Trade Agreement with South Korea

posted in: Far East, News

President Donald Trump signed a new free trade agreement with South Korea on Monday, celebrating it as a major achievement for his administration. “From day one I promised the American people that I would renegotiate our trade deals to ensure … Read More

Hurricane Florence: 10 days after storm, fresh chaos in Carolinas

David Covington jumps from a porch railing to his canoe along with Maura Walbourne and her sister Katie Walborne in Conway, S.C. on Sept. 23, 2018. The three paddled a canoe to Covington’s home on Long Avenue on Sunday to … Read More

Earthquake today: Earthquakes strike California, Alaska, Indonesia and Japan today

EARTHQUAKES are not an uncommon occurrence in areas of seismic activity – 34 have been reported today alone. Here is the latest news. The biggest quake to strike today was a magnitude 5.0, in Kainantu, Papua New Guinea, neighbouring the … Read More

Russia, China warn U.S. of ‘consequences’ of ‘playing with fire’

posted in: News, Russia

Peoples’ Liberation Army (PLA) soldiers arrive to perform honor guard duties for a visiting head of state in Beijing on July 9, 2018. File Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI Sept. 21 (UPI) — China and Russia reacted strongly Friday to another round … Read More

Brexit talks reach impasse as Theresa May issues EU with ultimatum

posted in: European Union, News

The prospect of Britain crashing out of the EU without a deal on trade or customs has intensified after Theresa May admitted yesterday that negotiations are at an “impasse” and accused European leaders of a lack of respect. In a … Read More

UK hits back after EU trashes May’s Brexit plan

German Chancellor Angela Merkel, left, and British Prime Minister Theresa May wait for the beginning of the plenary session of the informal EU summit in Salzburg, Austria, Thursday, September 20, 2018. Source: Associated Press The British government on Friday accused … Read More

Merkel on brink: Support for Germany coalition PLUMMETS to ALL-TIME LOW

posted in: Germany, News

SUPPORT for Angela Merkel’s German coalition has plummeted to its lowest ever level, a new poll has suggested, with the beleaguered Chancellor beset by problems on all sides as she desperately tries to hold her Government together. Angela Merkel’s coalition … Read More

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