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US Doesn't Want to be 'Policeman of the Middle East': Trump
"Does the USA want to be the Policeman of the Middle East, getting NOTHING but spending precious lives and trillions of dollars protecting others who, in almost all cases, do not appreciate what we are doing?..." Trump tweeted.
Elon Musk’s Traffic-Busting Underground Tunnel Will be Unveiled Live Today
The Tesla head also created a stir by promising free trips through the tunnel once it opened to get public feedback before proceeding with a larger system.
Top Chinese Official May Face Death Sentence for Leaking State Secrets to Foreign Spies
It is unclear as to what level of confidential information may have been given to the foreign intelligence agents, but the sources said he "could even face the death penalty" or "at least a suspended death sentence".
Charged With 1MDB Scandal, Goldman Sachs Says Former Malaysia Govt Lied
Goldman said in a statement that certain members of the former Malaysian government and 1MDB lied to Goldman Sachs, outside counsel and others about the use of proceeds from these transactions.
Wife of Detained Activist in China Goes Bald in Symbolic Protest for Justice
The four women went to the Hongsecun People's High Court in south Beijing in a symbolic protest against what they said highlighted the 'lawlessness' of the country.
Over 4,400 Years Old Tomb of a High Priest Unearthed in Egypt
The tomb belongs to "Wahtye", a high priest who served during the fifth dynasty reign of King Neferirkare, the antiquities ministry said.
China to Suspend Extra Tariffs on US Cars, Parts for Three Months
The move is another sign that the ceasefire has not been derailed by the recent arrest in Canada of a top Chinese telecom executive at the behest of the United States.
Donald Trump Knew Hush-money Payments Were Wrong: Ex-lawyer Cohen
Trump has said he never directed Cohen — who is due to surrender to custody by March 6 — to break the law. But Cohen, asked if Trump knew the payments to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal were wrong, said "of course."
Mid-air Horror For US Flight Passengers After Staff Discovers Human Heart on Board
A Southwest Airlines flight was over eastern Idaho — 950 kilometers into the journey — when the staff discovered the 'life critical cargo shipment,' meant for delivery back in a Seattle hospital after being transported from California.
OBOR Often Leaves Countries with 'Excessive Debt' and 'Poor-quality' Projects: US
If countries default on these debts, China often gains influence over the host government and may take ownership of the underlying assets, US said.
Saudi Arabia to Make Biggest Investment in Pakistan's History: Report
Asad Umar, while addressing an event in Islamabad, said that the package would be announced soon, reports Dawn news.
Fearing Influence of Paris Protests, Egyptian Authorities Restrict Sale of Yellow Vests
Launched in early November, weekly "yellow vest" protests in France against planned increases in fuel tax price have spiralled into violence in Paris and other cities, taking a heavy financial toll.
Trump Says Payments to Women Were Private Transactions, No Russian Collusion
The tweet of President Donald Trump came days after Comey, who was fired by Trump as FBI director, testified before a House committee.
Setback for Trump as Frontrunner for Next Chief of Staff Decides to Leave White House
Nick Ayers was reportedly 'skeptical' of taking the position because of the rocky tenures of Kelly and his predecessor Reince Priebus.
Trump's Son-in-Law Advised Saudi Crown Prince on 'How to Weather the Storm' After Khashoggi Murder
The New York Times reported that Jared Kushner continued to have private conversations with the Saudi Crown Prince despite uproar over Jamal Khashoggi’s murder.
Trump to Nominate Mark Milley as Next Chairman of Joint Chiefs
Trump's announcement comes months earlier than expected. Dunford would normally remain as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff until a scheduled Oct 1, 2019, handover.