Human Interest

US and Costa Rica have differing opinions of possible ISIS members that were in Panama.

https://www.critica.com.pa/sucesos/eeuu-alerta-presencia-de-isis-en-panama-551888 Three suspected members of the Islamic State (ISIS) were in Panama a few weeks ago for almost a month , warned the United States Department of Homeland Security (HSI).The HSI report details that the Egyptians Hibrahim Mohamed and Mohamed Eissa, along with the Iraqi Ahmed Ghanim Mohamed Al Juburi, were detected during their visit …

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US news of note: Iran set on alert as tensions escalate with US.

https://www.prensa.com/mundo/Iran-alerta-Trump-marcha-bombardeos_0_5332716679.html Iran warned on Friday that it will defend its territory from any attack by the United States, after having shot down an American drone and after, according to the New York Times , President Donald Trump initially approved bombings to end up backing down. Iran says it has ‘irrefutable’ …

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Trump Jr. set to be grilled by Congress over Russia.

https://www.prensa.com/mundo/Trump-Jr-Capitolio-testimonio-injerencia_0_5325967361.html President Donald Trump’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., arrived on Wednesday, June 12, at the US Congress to testify before a Senate committee and confirm the statements he gave during the investigation into Russian interference in the last presidential elections. “Nothing to correct,” Trump Jr. told reporters upon arriving …

International Relations

US feels internal bickering will undermine overthrow of Maduro.

The head of the US diplomacy, Mike Pompeo , warned in a private meeting that the internal divisions of the Venezuelan opposition are undermining the joint efforts to evict President Nicolás Maduro, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday . “Our problem, which is to keep the opposition together, has proven …

International Relations

US and Trump trying to ally with UK in HUAWEI 5G conflict.

US President Donald Trump said he hoped his country would reach an “extraordinary” trade agreement with the United Kingdom after Brexit, and was convinced that it would reach an agreement with London on the Chinese Huawei group. The United Kingdom had to leave the European Union on March 29, but …

International Relations

After brief siege attempt, US Embassy secured in Venezuela

https://www.prensa.com/mundo/Embajador-Carlos-Vecchio-recuperacion-Washington_0_5305719383.html The Venezuelan ambassador to the United States, Carlos Vecchio, confirmed on the morning of Thursday, May 16, that his embassy in the city of Washington, DC was recovered. Vecchio explained that US federal police officers entered the diplomatic headquarters and evicted four pro-regime activists from Nicolás Maduro. “Out the …

Air Travel

US Travel Update: Air Service to Venezuela is suspended

The US Department of Transportation ordered this Wednesday, May 15, the suspension of air service between Venezuela and the United States. This order affects the cargo and passenger services that were offered between both nations. It also includes public and private mail services. https://www.prensa.com/economia/Unidos-suspende-servicio-aereo-Venezuela_0_5304969470.html    

International Relations

China and US trade impasse keeps on the uptick.

China announced on Monday that it will increase its customs duties as of June 1 on $ 60 billion of annual imports of US products, in retaliation for the actions taken by Washington . Trump advises China not to retaliate against the United States Customs duties will increase on a …

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After receiving billions in capital influx, US drivers of UBER and LYFT coordinate strike.

The drivers of the Internet taxi companies Uber and Lyft are turning off their apps to protest what they see as the reduction of their salaries at a time when the two companies are receiving billions of dollars from their investors. The organizers are planning demonstrations in Chicago, Los Angeles, …

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US News of Note: Biden announces run for US President

Former US Vice President Joe Biden on Thursday announced his candidacy for the White House, ending months of expectation and adding to a bulging list of Democratic Party candidates to challenge Donald Trump in the 2020 elections. “The fundamental values ​​of this country (…) our position in the world (…) …

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US NEWS: Mueller states Trump was complicit, but could not prove criminality. Country reacts

At last publicly disclosed, special prosecutor Robert Mueller’s report revealed on Thursday to an expectant United States that President Donald Trump tried to control the investigation into Russia’s interference in the 2016 elections and dismiss Mueller to prevent him from investigating a possible obstruction of justice on the part of …

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Mueller unable to prove a direct link to US President.

The special prosecutor Robert Mueller concluded, after an investigation of almost two years, that there is no evidence of collusion between the campaign team of President Donald Trump and Russia during the 2016 elections, said Sunday March 24 the Department of Justice. United States expectant to know the Mueller report, …

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US MAJOR NEWS: Trump cleared by Mueller. President was deemed distant from the guilty.

The US president, Donald Trump , declared himself completely exonerated after the investigation of special prosecutor Robert Mueller highlighted the absence of evidence of collusion with Moscow during the 2016 elections, clarifying the horizon to seek re-election. Mueller Report: There was no collusion between Trump and Russia But the prosecutor …

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Two years ago he was Trump’s “right hand”, today he is in PRISON for 7 years.

Sentenced for tax and banking fraud, the former campaign chief of US President Donald Trump will spend more than seven years in prison after being convicted by the courts. The judge of the District of Columbia, Amy Berman Jackson, issued the sentence against Manafort for three and a half years, …

International Relations

As if on cue, Russia opposes US support of Guaido, and intervention into Latin American stability.

Statements by National Security Adviser to the White House, John Bolton, show the intentions of the United States to impose its political model on Latin America, declared today the head of Latin America of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, Alexander Schetinin. “This is something totally unacceptable and shows …

International Relations

United States stands in prompt defiance of Maduro, will defend any acts of violence against Guaido.

The vice president of the United States, Mike Pence, warned on Monday that any threat to the security of Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó will have a “quick response”, as the politician arrived in his country after visiting several South American nations. Juan Guaidó arrives in Venezuela by international airport …

International Relations

US advising Venezuela military to support Guaido or “lose everything” as rhetoric rises.

US President Donald Trump on Monday encouraged the Venezuelan military to accept the amnesty offered by opposition leader Juan Guaidó and break ranks with President Nicolás Maduro , or else “they will lose everything.” “They can choose between accepting the generous offer of amnesty from the president in charge of …

Environmental

“Indiana Jones” at the forefront of Climate Change battle

The famous American actor Harrison Ford on Tuesday attacked President Donald Trump and other leaders who deny climate change, saying they are “on the wrong side of history.” By participating in Dubai in a global forum on governance, Ford – who in the film played Han Solo in the series …

International Relations

US not ruling out intervention to bring end to unrest in Venezuela

The leader of the Committee of Armed Services of the US Senate, James Inhofe, admitted on Tuesday that a military intervention in Venezuela is an option that “is on the table” and warned that the possible presence of Russian troops in the country South American could be a turning point. …

International Relations

US recognizes Guaido as leader of VENEZUELA

The US president, Donald Trump, announced that he will recognize as president of Venezuela, Juan Guaidó, current head of the National Assembly of the South American country. According to representatives of EFE, Trump revealed his decision in a statement, minutes after Guaidó announced that he “assumes” the powers of the …

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Back in US, invigorated Democrats seek immediate reform as they take charge of House

Now that they have control of the House of Representatives , Democrats are preparing an ambitious electoral reform to limit the influence of money on politics. Democrats approve plan to reopen US government United States opens a Congress hostile to Trump in full ‘closure’ The proposal, among the first to …

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Noose tightens on Ortega as US issues sanctions

President Donald Trump gave the green light on Thursday to a bill that seeks to limit the access of the Government of Nicaragua to international funds and sanction the countries that assist the Central American nation. Dictatorship of Daniel Ortega expels the IACHR from Nicaragua Nicaraguan journalist denounces police chief …

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US News: Former TRUMP top Lawyer and confidante is singing like a bird!

Michael Cohen, guardian of President Donald Trump’s personal and business secrets, will go to prison, but has vowed to continue providing potentially damaging information to special prosecutor Robert Mueller and other judicial authorities. After cooperating half-heartedly with prosecutors, Cohen did not gain the indulgence he sought. Yesterday was sentenced to …

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US NEWS: Former Trump personal Lawyer sentenced to 3 years in Federal Prison

OP ED: James “JB” Bryson I am am equal opportunity shot taker for any that read PNO.com. I pull no shots over the Varela administration of my new home, however I am not above my birth country either. We have quite the shit show back home and with far to …

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US prepares for Memorial of PRESIDENT George H.W Bush

Washington (CNN)The official schedule of memorial services for former President George H.W. Bush, who died late Friday at the age of 94, was released Saturday evening. An arrival ceremony involving both the House and Senate will be held at 4:45 p.m. ET on Monday at the US Capitol, where Bush will …

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US Headlines: All eyes on Immigrant “Caravan” as Mass Exodus approaches Mexican Border

TIJUANA, Mexico — Hundreds of migrants in the caravan traveling from Central America have begun arriving in the northern Mexico border city of Tijuana, setting up a potential confrontation with the American authorities that has been brewing for weeks. Their arrival in Tijuana marked the end of one struggle — …

International Relations

Netanyahu on US attack: “horrible Anti-Semitic violence”, as world mourns victims

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday expressed his solidarity with the United States and the victims of a “horrible anti-Semitic” attack in a synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where an individual killed several people before surrendering. Several killed in shooting in a synagogue in Pittsburgh, United States “I am distressed …

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US News: Pittsburgh Synagogue suffers bloody Anti-Semitic attack, multiple deaths

https://www.cnn.com/2018/10/27/us/synagogue-attack-suspect-robert-bowers-profile/index.html   (CNN)As officials try to put together a picture of the alleged Pittsburgh synagogue shooter, one focus of the investigation is his social media postings, the FBI said. Here’s what we know so far about suspect Robert Bowers, 46: He allegedly made anti-Semitic statements after his arrest The shooter …

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US News of Note: Strange packages arrive in New York, shut down Time Warner Center

https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/clintons-obama-suspicious-packages/index.html CNN LINK ABOVE The Time Warner Center , where is the writing of the American chain CNN in New York, was evacuated this Wednesday, October 24, after a suspicious package was received in the mail classification office . In New York they evict CNN by suspicious package similar to …

International Relations

President Trump sends clear message to Maduro. “Straighten Up”, as US implies military action

The US president, Donald Trump , said in the United Nations (UN) that even the “most” “strong” options are on the table with respect to Venezuela, whose questioned governor is participating in the General Assembly on Wednesday. “All the options are on the table, all of them. The strong and …