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Unpredictable Trump may ease sanctions against Russia
Unpredictable Trump may ease sanctions against Russia Clinton is more predictable even though she is likely to initially maintain the tough line against Russia, Moscow-based expert tells New Europe US Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump reportedly said on July 27 he would look into lifting sanctions...
Hillary’s Message to America
Hillary's Message to America The Democrat promised voters she’d do her job intelligently and doggedly—and help them be the heroes of their own lives. The Democratic convention, which culminated on Thursday night with Hillary Clinton, was inverted. Usually, supporting actors cover policy specifics and flay the...
US election: Trump ‘encourages Russia to hack Clinton emails’
Donald Trump has "actively encouraged" foreign powers to hack his presidential rival Hillary Clinton, her camp says. Mrs Clinton did not hand over 30,000 emails as part of an investigation into her private email server as they contained private details. "Russia, if you're listening, I hope you're able to...
US election: Michelle Obama denounces Trump ‘hate’
US first lady Michelle Obama has denounced Republican Donald Trump and passionately backed Hillary Clinton at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. "The hateful language… from public figures on TV does not represent the true spirit of this country," she said, to loud cheers and applause....
Cruz v Trump: Puppies and pledges
When is a pledge not a pledge? That's the question hanging over the heads of two former presidential contenders here in Cleveland — the last two men Donald Trump vanquished on his path to the Republican nomination. Both Ohio Governor John Kasich and Texas Senator Ted Cruz joined their fellow candidates in signing...
Trump to NYT: Would Review Whether to Help NATO Allies in Crisis
Donald Trump raised doubts about whether the United States under his leadership would come to the aid of its NATO allies in Europe in the event of an attack by Russia, in an interview with The New York Times on Wednesday. When specifically asked about his views of Russia, the newly-minted Republican nominee said that if that...
Why teachers are thanking Melania Trump
Teachers and academics in the UK and the US have taken to Twitter to thank Donald Trump's wife for providing the perfect material to teach their students what plagiarism is and why it is wrong. Melania Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention has notable similarities with a speech given by current first lady...
US Election 2016: Trump seals Republican nomination
Donald Trump has officially clinched the Republican nomination for US president as speakers hammered Democrat Hillary Clinton on day two of the Republican National Convention. Mr Trump is expected to accept the nomination on Thursday after state delegates formally selected him. The theme of Tuesday in Cleveland was "Make...
Breaking news: Donald Trump’s motorcade crashes on the way to New York airport
Donald Trump's campaign team has been involved in a crash on the way to a New York airport, according to reports. One of the presidential candidate's vehicles was involved in a collision as he headed to catch a flight from LaGuardia to the Republican National Convention in Cleveland on Monday. Staff were believed to be...
Donald Trump Up to Dead Heat With Hillary Clinton in 3 Swing State Polls
Donald Trump’s poll numbers have crept up on Democratic rival Hillary Clinton, with Trump now within the margin of error in the three swing states of Florida, Pennsylvania and Ohio. The latest Quinnipiac University polls, released today, show Trump leading in Florida and Pennsylvania and tied in Ohio. In Florida, Trump...
US election: Clinton says Trump tweet ‘anti-Semitic’
US Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton says a tweet from rival Donald Trump featuring a six-pointed star was "blatantly anti-Semitic". The tweet included a shape resembling the Star of David and stacks of money, with text describing Mrs Clinton as "Most corrupt candidate ever!" It was later...
Obama Blames Republican Policies for Rise of Donald Trump, Rejection of Speaker Ryan
President Obama has one message for Republicans wary of the unexpected rise of Donald Trump to the top of their ranks: You've made your own bed. Speaking to NPR in a wide-ranging interview, Obama insisted it wasn't his presidency that was responsible for Trump's popularity, but the culmination of GOP opposition...