Thursday, July 14, 2016

The "rude awakening" for Puerto Rico and the US National Security

More on  "Puerto Rico’s Rude Awakening": 

The times of Puerto Rico as the "banana republic with American air conditioning" are gone. The times of statehood: equality and prosperity are coming. 


"Did FBI and Justice Dept. Enable Puerto Rico’s Financial Meltdown?", asks Richard Lawless ("Observer", June 27, 2016), claiming that "the FBI and DOJ stood by while government officials in Puerto Rico committed $11 billion dollars in financial fraud". But deeper and much more sinister aspects, including the national security implications, emerge from this claim: 

"I was told that Puerto Rico came on his agency’s radar years ago because the head of the PREPA fuel purchase office started making direct calls to the then-president of Venezuela, Hugo Chavez. An agency listened in and found out that PREPA was buying sludge oil from Venezuela and billing the utility for high grade oil. The difference in value—hundreds of millions per year (today it would be $700 million a year and is said to be still going on)—was allegedly kicked back to the fuel office manager and distributed to politicians and government officials on the island.
As the unnamed government agency continued to listen in on the calls, the caller claimed it became clear that family members of Puerto Rican FBI agents and family members in the Puerto Rico U.S. Attorney’s office were receiving payments based on these “kickbacks.”
He went on to tell me that the Puerto Rico’s FBI office and U.S. Attorney will do nothing about the oil kickback scheme and the bond rating scheme because they were participating in it." 
What did Chavez get in return? I doubt that he did it just out of the goodness of his big leftist heart and his pure love for the Puerto Rican people. 
Did he get some favourable terms in immigration matters, to get his agents on the Island, and then to the US mainland, for his (and also for the Russian and for the Iranian Intelligence) purposes? Did Puerto Rico become a half-open door into the America's backyard?

Were some of the stolen money ("today it would be $700 million a year and is said to be still going on") diverted to sponsor the anti-American activities? 
This is a grave and alarming matter which might be just a tip of the iceberg, and it demands the very thorough, in-depth, and comprehensive investigations, from all points of view and angles, including the local branch of the FBI, the Police, and DOJ, for at least last 10-15 years. 
Economically, at the heart of the issue is the energy supply for the Island. 
"The irony in the Puerto Rico debt story is that the island is blessed with abundant sunshine, a resource that is all but ignored in the plan to switch the power authority from its current imported-oil-dependent grid to one tied almost completely to imported natural gas.
Indeed there is inexplicable and staunch institutional resistance in Puerto Rico to harnessing solar energy, which is now cost-competitive with traditional electricity-generation and spreading globally. A report we published in September shows how a new mindset among elected officials and utility managers would help right the ship." 
Now it is understandable what are the reasons for this "resistance" to switch to solar energy: they will not be able to steal from the PREPA oil deals. 
"The 2014 budget bill included $2.5 million in funding for a future vote in Puerto Rico's political status. This referendum can be held at any time, as there is no deadline attached to the funds.[18][19] The referendum may be an issue in the 2016 Puerto Rico gubernatorial election.[20]

Where is the money for PR statehood referendum? Have they been disbursed? 

Do they intend to steal it too? 

Investigate the crooked governor AGP and his "parasites"! 

Investigate the PR branch of the FBI and its previous 
leadership! 
Investigate the PR division of DOJ! 

The much suffering Puerto Rican people, reduced to abject poverty, 

hunger, diseases, 
disenfranchised from the corrupt and rotten political 
system are the victims of their own incompetent 
politicians. 

Revamp this contagious, dangerous, stinking cesspool! 

Statehood for Puerto Rico is the only viable solution. 
Schedule the referendum simultaneously with the 2016 gubernatorial 
elections. 

"FBI Director Hoover often complained that “Gov. Muñoz Marín wants his own banana republic, with American air conditioning.” This was an accurate and astute observation."

The times of the "banana republic with American air 
conditioning" (this is Hoover's brilliant phrase, 
and you have to give him a credit for it) are gone. 
Now it becomes evident that they were stealing 
even this little modicum of comfort and consolation 
from their people. 

The times of statehood: equality and prosperity are coming. This is 

the inevitable historical and political outcome and the way out 
of the Island's tragedy and catastrophe. The present 
political clique running the Island vehemently resists 
this change because it means for them the loss of their 
political power and a power to steal. 

The Puerto Rican people and the US Congress have to make 

their moves. 

Michael Novakhov

Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Russia offers plan to improve air safety over Baltics - The Washington Post

CIA Director John Brennan testifies before the Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on ''diverse mission requirements in support of our National Security'', in Washington, U.S., June 16, 2016. REUTERS/Yuri Gripas



Clinton extends lead over Trump to 13 points: Reuters/Ipsos | Reuters | » China rejects ruling on South China Sea as ‘null and void’ 12/07/16 22:06 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks

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"Newly published official documents cite testimony by Bernard Bajolet, France's head of external security, to a closed-door parliamentary inquiry into France's anti-terrorism activities held on May 24.
Bajolet did not identify who authorities now think was commander, or whether the person is alive or dead.
Abaaoud was initially described as the leader of the machinegun and suicide bomb attacks on the Bataclan music hall, Paris bars and restaurants, and the Stade de France soccer stadium, in which 130 people died.

"It is true that Abaaoud was a coordinator, but he was not the commander," Bajolet was quoted as saying. "We know who the commander is, but I will stay discreet on that point." 

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10/07/16 05:52 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from cia - Google News. Daily Mail FBI director: Petraeus did not hide papers in insulation Daily Mail FBI Director James Comey admitted he 'misspoke' when he said former CIA director David Petraeus had hidden ...
» Ex-CIA Director Petraeus Hid Materials in Insulation as FBI Investigated Him - ticklethewire.com
10/07/16 05:51 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from cia - Google News. ticklethewire.com Ex- CIA Director Petraeus Hid Materials in Insulation as FBI Investigated Him ticklethewire.com While under investigation by the FBI, former CIA Director David Petraeus...
» Iranian fighter jet crashes, pilots survive
10/07/16 05:50 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. Iranian state TV says an air force Sukhoi-24 has crashed while on patrol near the southern city of Shiraz, and that the two pilots ejected and survived.
» The Latest: NATO leaders wary of Russian intentions
10/07/16 05:45 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. The Latest on the NATO Summit in Warsaw (all times local):
» GOP leaders say whites unaware of challenges facing black Americans - CNN
10/07/16 05:44 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World - Google News. CNN GOP leaders say whites unaware of challenges facing black Americans CNN Washington (CNN) Following one of the most tense weeks between police and black communities in recent histor...
» Obama: Police shootings show US has a 'serious problem' - Business Insider
10/07/16 05:43 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World - Google News. Business Insider Obama: Police shootings show US has a 'serious problem' Business Insider President Barack Obama makes a statement on the fatal police shootings of two black men in Lou...
» Rocket Attacks Kill at Least 30 in Syria's Aleppo - New York Times
10/07/16 05:43 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World - Google News. Times LIVE Al-Bawaba Rocket Attacks Kill at Least 30 in Syria's Aleppo New York Times BEIRUT — Syrian state media says 30 people have been killed in rocket fire overnight in Aleppo, th...
» Two Pilots Killed in Downing of Russian Helicopter in Syria
10/07/16 05:42 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Voice of America. Russia says two of its combat helicopter pilots were killed in Syria's central Homs province when they ran out of ammunition in their Mi-25 aircraft and were hit by Islamic State ground f...
» Micah Johnson, Gunman in Dallas, Honed Military Skills to a Deadly Conclusion - New York Times
10/07/16 05:42 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. New York Times Micah Johnson, Gunman in Dallas, Honed Military Skills to a Deadly Conclusion New York Times Police officers outside Micah Johnson's home in Mesquite, Tex., on Sat...
» Dallas shootings cast shadow over Obama trip to Spain
10/07/16 05:40 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. MADRID, Spain (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will meet with the King of Spain and Spain's acting prime minister in Madrid on Sunday, but the trip that was meant to show solidarity ...
» Afghan forces' casualties climbing in 2016, top U.S. commander says
10/07/16 05:40 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. KABUL (Reuters) - Afghan forces are suffering rising levels of battlefield casualties this year after unprecedented numbers of police and soldiers were killed and wounded in 2015, the ...
» Two Russian Airmen Die After ISIS Shoots Down Helicopter
09/07/16 21:19 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from WSJ.com: World News. Russia’s military said two of its airmen have died in Syria after their helicopter was shot down by Islamic State militants.
» US Spy, Security Guard Scuffle outside Moscow Embassy: Russian TV - NBCNews.com
09/07/16 21:09 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. NBCNews.com US Spy, Security Guard Scuffle outside Moscow Embassy: Russian TV NBCNews.com MOSCOW — A state-owned Russian television station showed a video Thursday of what it cla...
» Peacemaking Goes Awry as Donald Trump Lashes Out at GOP Senators - New York Times
09/07/16 21:09 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. New York Times Peacemaking Goes Awry as Donald Trump Lashes Out at GOP Senators New York Times House Speaker Paul D. Ryan spoke after a meeting with the presumptive Republican pr...
» Clinton unleashes Democratic dream team - Politico
09/07/16 21:06 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. Politico Clinton unleashes Democratic dream team Politico SCRANTON, Pa. — Vice President Joe Biden plays the part of Rust Belt ambassador. Elizabeth Warren is the party unifier w...
» Politics|Dallas Shootings Were 'Vicious' and 'Despicable,' Obama Says - New York Times
09/07/16 21:06 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. New York Times Politics|Dallas Shootings Were 'Vicious' and 'Despicable,' Obama Says New York Times Would Donald Trump Quit if He Wins the Election? He Doesn't Rule It Out &middo...
» Assassinations of Dallas police 'touched the soul of a nation'
09/07/16 20:42 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story . Vice President Biden pauses as he speaks at the Cancer Moonshot Summit at in Washington, Wednesday. (Photo: Carolyn Kaster, AP) WARSAW — Vice President Biden called on Americans to support police&#...
» Obama: US Has 'Strong Foundation' to Recover From 'Painful' Shootings
09/07/16 19:01 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Voice of America. President Barack Obama sought Saturday to reassure Americans shaken up by what he acknowledged was a "painful week" following two fatal police shootings of African-Americans and an ambush...
» Russian TV shows alleged US Embassy scuffle
07/07/16 22:45 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. A state-owned Russian television station is showing video of what it claims to be a brawl between an alleged U.S. spy and a Russian security guard at an entrance to the American Embassy in Moscow.
» Trump's Russia adviser criticizes US for 'hypocritical focus on democratization' - Washington Post
07/07/16 22:43 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World - Google News. Washington Post Trump's Russia adviser criticizes US for 'hypocritical focus on democratization' Washington Post MOSCOW — An American foreign-policy adviser to Donald Trump chided the ...
» Footage shows U.S. diplomat, Russian guard grappling on embassy steps
07/07/16 22:39 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian television on Thursday broadcast video footage of what it said was a Russian police officer and a U.S. diplomat wrestling on the steps of the U.S. embassy in...
» Obama to broach Syria, Russia, Brexit at NATO summit: White House
07/07/16 22:39 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will speak with European leaders about the Syrian refugee crisis, Russia and Ukraine, and the aftermath of Britain's decision to pull out ...
» Venezuela state workers claim supporting Maduro recall costs them their jobs
07/07/16 22:38 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. CARACAS (Reuters) - When Venezuelan customs worker Jose Antonio Arriaga signed a petition seeking a recall referendum against President Nicolas Maduro, he suspected it could cost him h...
» Saudi interior ministry names Qatif and Medina bombers
07/07/16 22:37 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. DOHA (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia said a suicide bomber who attacked the prophet's mosque in the city of Medina on Monday was a 23-year-old Saudi citizen with a history of drug abuse.
» At least 20 killed in attack on Shi'ite mausoleum north of Baghdad: sources
07/07/16 22:37 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. BAGHDAD (Reuters) - At least 20 people were killed and 50 others wounded on Thursday evening in an attack on a Shi'ite mausoleum north of Baghdad, security sources said.
» NATO leaders to show resolve towards Russia despite Brexit
07/07/16 22:36 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. WARSAW (Reuters) - NATO leaders will display their resolve towards a resurgent Russia at a summit in Warsaw on Friday despite what many see as a weakening of the West due to Britain's ...
» Militants Killed In Daghestan Clashes
07/07/16 22:35 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. Russia says seven members of an armed group and one law enforcement officer have been killed in clashes in the volatile North Caucasus region of Daghestan.
» Baghdad Bombing Death Toll Rises To More Than 280
07/07/16 22:35 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. The death toll from the massive July 3 bombing in Baghdad is still rising as more human remains are recovered from the blast site.
» ‘Brexit’ and Russia Loom Over Obama’s Final NATO Summit Meeting
07/07/16 22:34 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from NYT > World. President Obama boarded Air Force One on Thursday before departing from Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland en route to the NATO summit meeting in Warsaw.
» Putin signs law to bolster Russian surveillance, angering Edward Snowden
07/07/16 22:20 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Europe. "Dark day for #Russia,” the renowned leaker wrote on Twitter of the new measures.
» Trump’s Russia adviser criticizes U.S. for ‘hypocritical focus on democratization’
07/07/16 22:20 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Europe. Carter Page’s remarks veered sharply from the views of the Obama administration and traditional GOP policy circles.
» Obama still globally liked, says BBC survey
07/07/16 22:19 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. Global support for US President Barack Obama appears to have lasted through his two terms in office, according to a new poll for the BBC.
» Sagging trousers ban in South Carolina leads to 'race profile' fears
07/07/16 22:19 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. A town in the US state of South Carolina has banned the wearing of sagging trousers, an offence that may now lead to a $600 (£462) fine.
» Vatican leaks pair convicted
07/07/16 22:19 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. Vatican court finds pair guilty of leaking official documents but two journalists are acquitted
» Iraq residents: Blair's apology 'not enough'
07/07/16 22:18 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. Ahmed Maher has been speaking to residents in the city about their reaction to Tony Blair's comments.
» Saudis arrest 12 Pakistanis over bombs
07/07/16 22:18 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. Twelve of 19 people arrested over Monday's three bomb attacks in Saudi Arabia are Pakistani, says interior ministry.
» Russia: Nato building 'new Iron Curtain'
07/07/16 22:17 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. The BBC's Steve Rosenberg speaks to Russia's ambassador to Nato, Alexander Grushko, who accuses the Western alliance of building a "new Iron Curtain".
» Nato's challenges
07/07/16 21:51 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. On the eve of its Warsaw Summit, what are the challenges facing Nato?
» APNewsBreak: State Department reopens Clinton emails probe
07/07/16 21:49 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from AP Top News at 8:35 p.m. EDT. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The State Department is reopening an internal investigation of possible mishandling of classified information by Hillary Clinton and top aides, officials to...
» Trump Adviser in Moscow Scolds US for 'Hypocritical' Focus on Democracy - Newsmax
07/07/16 21:48 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World - Google News. Newsmax Trump Adviser in Moscow Scolds US for 'Hypocritical' Focus on Democracy Newsmax Image: Trump Adviser in Moscow Scolds US for 'Hypocritical' Focus on Democracy Carter Page deliv...
» Russian TV Claims To Show Brawl Between Police And U.S. Diplomat
07/07/16 21:42 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. Russian state television has broadcast video of what it said was a Russian police officer and a U.S. diplomat wrestling on the steps of the U.S. embassy in Moscow.
» Dozens of Iraqis Killed in Suicide Attack on Shiite Mosque
07/07/16 21:41 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from NYT > World. Three suicide bombers disguised in military uniforms infiltrated a mausoleum, the Iraqi authorities said, killing at least 36 people and wounding 40.
» Muslim Brotherhood “Massive” Government Infiltration While Stigmatizing Government Employee With "Islamophobia" | Sonoran News
07/07/16 20:37 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Sonoran News | Current Issue. Many law abiding Muslim America citizens have assimilated in the United States and fought as members of the US Armed Forces, against Sadam Hussein’s invasion of Kuwait, ...
» Orlando Massacre Leaves Many Questions, But Tragedy Brings Some Resolute Answers | The Rainbow Times | New England's Largest LGBT Newspaper | Boston
07/07/16 20:32 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from The Rainbow Times | Boston LGBT Newspaper Serving New England | Gay News. Posted By: TRT Editor July 7, 2016 An analysis of the Orlando Massacre and other aspects to consider By: Mike Givens*/TRT Assistant...
» “I’m Gay, That’s Why I’m Doing This.” : snopes.com
07/07/16 20:22 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from New Urban Legends. Claim: Orlando nightclub shooter Omar Mateen's final text to his wife admitted he was gay. Origin: In July 2016, a fake news web site played on rumors that Omar Mateen, who killed 49 peo...
» Give Us the Names of Those Who Question Orlando TRUNEWS with Rick Wiles
07/07/16 20:17 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from TRUNEWS with Rick Wiles. In a letter dated June 20, 2016, the FBI ‘asked’ local law enforcement and government leaders to report the identities of anyone requesting  information on events ...
» Justice Dept. closes Clinton email probe with no charges
07/07/16 09:25 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from AP Top News at 9:18 a.m. EDT. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Justice Department's investigation into Hillary Clinton's email setup has been formally closed without any criminal charges, Attorney ...
» Coroner: Navy SEAL instructor dunked trainee before death
07/07/16 09:24 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from AP Top News at 9:18 a.m. EDT. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- His lips turning blue and his face purple, the Navy SEAL trainee dressed in full gear was struggling to tread water in a giant pool when his instructor pushe...
» Obama heads to Europe amid British referendum's aftershocks
07/07/16 09:23 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from AP Top News at 9:18 a.m. EDT. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama is slated to embark on a five-day, two-country mission to buck up a beleaguered Europe and brush back an aggressive Moscow on what is...
» NATO summit to retool alliance to face new threats
07/07/16 09:21 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from AP Top News at 9:18 a.m. EDT. WARSAW, Poland (AP) -- In what some are terming NATO's most important meeting in a generation, U.S. President Barack Obama and the leaders of the 27 other member nati...
» Syria conflict: Fierce fighting for key Aleppo road
07/07/16 09:20 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. There are reports of intense fighting very close to the only road linking rebel-held areas of the Syrian city of Aleppo with the rest of the country.
» Belarus Accused Of Using Phone Networks To Stifle Dissent
07/07/16 09:19 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. Amnesty International has accused Belarus authorities of using phone networks run by some of the world’s biggest telecoms companies to stifle free speech and dissent.
» Russia Sowing Doubt And Fear In Belgrade
07/07/16 09:19 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. Any cab driver in Belgrade or Sarajevo will tell you that war is a terrible thing.
» Kerry: Sanctions Against Russia Remain Unless It Fulfills Obligations
07/07/16 09:15 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has reiterated that sanctions against Russia over its actions in Ukraine will remain in place unless Moscow fulfills its obligations un...
» Tony Blair’s emotional defense of his legacy
06/07/16 18:25 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. Responding to long-awaited report on the Iraq War, the former prime minister expressed regret and pleads for understanding.
» Baghdad Car Bomb Death Toll Rises To 250
06/07/16 18:25 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World News - Breaking international news and headlines | Sky News. Mourners react during a funeral of a victim who was killed in a suicide car bomb in the Karrada shopping area in Baghdad, during the funer...
» Obama and ISIS: When Is Winning Losing? - Huffington Post
06/07/16 18:23 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World - Google News. Hindustan Times Obama and ISIS: When Is Winning Losing? Huffington Post Daniel Williams Author of "Forsaken: The Persecution of Christians in Today's Middle East," available ...
» Reports: IS Trafficking in Yazidi Slaves Via Social Media
06/07/16 18:22 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Voice of America. News reports say members of the Islamic State group have started advertising women and children for sale on social networking applications such as WhatsApp, Facebook and Telegram. The Ass...
» Kerry Traveling To Georgia, Ukraine Ahead Of NATO Summit
06/07/16 18:20 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is en route to Europe for solidarity visits aimed at assuring Georgia and Ukraine that those two countries have not been left out in th...
» Prosecutor Orders Case Nixed Against Attacked Moscow Airport's Owner
06/07/16 18:20 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. Russian prosecutors have ordered investigators to drop a criminal case against the owner of Moscow's Domodedovo International Airport stemming from a deadly terrorist att...
» The Saudi Bombings And The Legacy Of Bin Laden
06/07/16 18:19 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. Osama bin Laden may be dead but the July 4 bombings in Saudi Arabia demonstrate that his playbook is still in full effect -- albeit with some major alterations.
» Desperate Chechen Refugees Crowd Belarus Border Town With Dream Of Reaching EU
06/07/16 18:18 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. In the midst of a frightening crackdown in Russia’s Chechnya, hundreds of Chechens have cut their ties with the republic and headed to the Belarus border town of Brest --...
» U.S. To Leave 8,400 Troops In Afghanistan
06/07/16 18:18 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. U.S. President Barack Obama says the United States will keep 8,400 troops in Afghanistan through the end of his administration, slowing the planned drawdown of the U.S. m...
» Long-awaited British inquiry into Iraq War brings scathing critique of Blair
06/07/16 18:17 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Europe. The report picks apart a conflict that ended a “very long way from success.”
» The Russians Are Coming...to Southeast Asia
06/07/16 18:16 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from WSJ.com: World News. Russia is rebuilding its profile across Southeast Asia with new diplomacy, naval exercises and deals in arms and energy, as it tries to diversify its trading partners and renew its swa...
» Marijuana can be sold at Uruguay pharmacies, but few want to
06/07/16 18:15 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. Rossana Rilla could sell marijuana under Uruguay’s pioneering law that lets pharmacies distribute pot. But she says there is no way she will.
» Islamic State tightens grip on captives held as sex slaves
06/07/16 18:14 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. The advertisement on the Telegram app is as chilling as it is incongruous: A girl for sale is “Virgin. Beautiful. 12 years old.... Her price has reached $12,500 and she will be sold soon.”
» Russia could deplete 1 of its 2 rainy day funds by 2018
06/07/16 18:13 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. A Russian official says one of the country’s two rainy-day funds could be depleted by the end of next year as the government tries to fill its budget deficit.
» UK Iraq Inquiry: Blair overestimated his ability to influence US decisions
06/07/16 18:13 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. UK Iraq Inquiry: Blair overestimated his ability to influence US decisions.
» What the long-awaited Chilcot inquiry says about Britain's decision to invade Iraq
06/07/16 18:12 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. Here are the main findings of the highly critical report on the Blair government's decision to go to war alongside its U.S. ally.
» Key findings of UK’s inquiry into Iraq war
06/07/16 18:12 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. The long awaited British inquiry into the 2003 invasion of Iraq has been published. Led by former senior civil servant John Chilcot, the report took over seven years to prepare and runs over two mil...
» Belarusian authoritarian leader seeks closer ties with US
06/07/16 18:11 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. The authoritarian leader of Belarus has told the U.S. envoy in this former Soviet republic that he wants to forge closer ties with the United States.
» Russian Embassy responds to Chilcot report with mocking 'I told you so' tweet
06/07/16 18:10 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. The Kremlin was quick to voice its thoughts on Britain's Iraq War inquiry.
» Kremlin denies that Putin has canceled trips
06/07/16 18:09 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. The Kremlin has denied Russian media reports claiming President Vladimir Putin has abruptly canceled several trips set for this week.
» Berlusconi: AC Milan sold to Chinese consortium
06/07/16 17:54 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from BBC News - World. Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi says he has sold the soccer club AC Milan to a Chinese consortium.
» The Surprisingly Practical History Behind Spain’s Running of the Bulls
06/07/16 16:38 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World – TIME. Like many of the world’s most famous traditions, the annual “running of the bulls” in Pamplona, Spain— the encierro— has somewhat f oggy origins . Each July, tho...
» Editorial: Fighting ISIS as It Shifts Tactics
06/07/16 16:36 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from NYT > World. The threat requires a complex response, including better cooperation among the region’s nations and the United States.
» Muslims Stung by Indifference to Their Losses in Terror Attacks
06/07/16 16:36 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from NYT > World. In recent days, jihadists have killed more than 300 people in Turkey, Bangladesh, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, and many Westerners have responded with relative indifference.
» Putin's Press Propagandists - Wall Street Journal
06/07/16 16:34 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. Wall Street Journal Putin's Press Propagandists Wall Street Journal Russia today is ruled by the worst and least talented group of villains Russia has seen since before World War...
» UT settles 'hostile sexual environment' lawsuit for $2.48 million - Memphis Commercial Appeal
06/07/16 16:34 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. Memphis Commercial Appeal UT settles 'hostile sexual environment' lawsuit for $2.48 million Memphis Commercial Appeal Entrance to the University of Tennessee campus at Cumberland...
» Islamic State terrorists use WhatsApp, Telegram to sell women, girls as sex slaves - Times of India
06/07/16 16:33 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. Times of India Islamic State terrorists use WhatsApp, Telegram to sell women, girls as sex slaves Times of India KHANKE, Iraq: The advertisement on the Telegram app is as chillin...
» ISIS terrorists auctioning sex slaves on Whatsapp, Telegram apps - India Today
06/07/16 16:33 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Top Stories - Google News. India Today ISIS terrorists auctioning sex slaves on Whatsapp, Telegram apps India Today While the Islamic State group is losing territory in its self-styled caliphate, it is tig...
» China says facing flood of online info distorting party history
06/07/16 16:31 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. BEIJING (Reuters) - China's ruling Communist Party is having to fight back against a flood of online information casting doubt over, distorting or slandering the party's official histo...
» Syrian military declares 72-hour 'regime of calm' across Syria: military source
06/07/16 16:31 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. BEIRUT (Reuters) - The Syrian military has declared a 72-hour "regime of calm" covering all of Syria from 1 p.m. (1000 GMT) on Wednesday, a military source told Reuters.
» Kremlin: Istanbul attack could be result of Turkey, EU ignoring Moscow's 'signals'
06/07/16 16:30 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. MOSCOW (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Wednesday it believed that the recent attack on Istanbul airport could be a result of Turkish and European security services ignoring Moscow's si...
» John Kerry flies into ex-Soviet Georgia to reassure on security
06/07/16 16:30 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. TBILISI (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry arrived in Georgia on Wednesday where he will sign agreements to deepen defense and security cooperation with the former Soviet s...
» NATO set to approve further support for Afghanistan
06/07/16 16:30 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. KABUL (Reuters) - After 15 years of conflict in Afghanistan and no sign of peace, NATO members meeting in Warsaw this week are expected to confirm their support for the Kabul governmen...
» Turkey seeks militants linked to Istanbul attack near Syrian border: media
06/07/16 16:29 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish authorities are seeking two suspected Islamic State militants thought to be linked to last week's Istanbul airport attack and believed to be in hiding near...
» NATO-Russia Council to meet in possible move to ease tensions
06/07/16 16:28 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Reuters: World News. BRUSSELS (Reuters) - NATO envoys will hold a further formal meeting with Russia on July 13, days after the alliance's summit in Warsaw, in a sign Washington and Moscow want to defuse t...
» Trump praises late Iraqi leader Saddam as terrorist killer
06/07/16 16:17 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from AP Top News at 3:20 p.m. EDT. RALEIGH, North Carolina (AP) -- Republican Donald Trump is again praising former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein's ruthlessness, saying he killed terrorists "...
» GOP seeks hearings on FBI decision on Clinton emails
06/07/16 16:16 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from AP Top News at 3:20 p.m. EDT. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Angry House Republicans are announcing plans to investigate after FBI Director James Comey recommended against criminal charges for Hillary Clinton over her...
» Kremlin: Putin, Obama Discuss Syria, Ukraine In Phone Call
06/07/16 16:12 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty. The Kremlin says Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Barack Obama have agreed to increase coordination in the ongoing military operations in Syria.
» For First Time, US Sanctions Kim Jong Un for Human Rights Abuses
06/07/16 16:11 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from Voice of America. For the first time, the United States put North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the U.S. sanctions list for human rights abuses. Along with Kim, 22 other entities and individuals were placed...
» Putin calls Obama to discuss Syria, Ukraine, Karabakh
06/07/16 16:07 from Mike Nova's Shared Newslinks
mikenova shared this story from World. The Kremlin says President Vladimir Putin has called U.S. President Barack Obama to inform him about the results of talks on the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.