Portoviejo – Ecuador Says Death Toll From Quake Jumps To 413
Portoviejo – Ecuador’s government says the death toll from the weekend’s powerful earthquake has climbed to 413.
Jonathan Pollard Lawyers Mock US Intel Chief’s Warning That Ex-Spy Still Poses Threat
US director of National Intelligence James Clapper’s support for strict parole conditions for Israeli agent Jonathan Pollard faced mockery by his attorneys, in a letter that was revealed over the weekend.
James Clapper: Jonathan Pollard Still Holds ‘Top Secret’ Info, May Never Be Allowed To Leave US
The information Jonathan Pollard obtained while spying for Israel in the 1980s continues to be deemed “top secret,” and could still cause real damage to American national security, Channel 10 reported Friday, citing a written statement by US Director of National Intelligence James Clapper.
Polish Foreign Minister: Russia Is More Dangerous Than Isis
Russia is more dangerous than Islamic State, Poland’s foreign minister Witold Waszczykowski, told reporters during a visit to Slovakia.
‘Textalyzer’ Lets Police Scan Driver’s Phone
We’re all familiar with the Breathalyzer, the brand name for a roadside device that measures a suspected drunken driver’s blood-alcohol level.
Don’t Panic Over Iran-Russia S-300 Deal
There is no need to panic. The S-300 missiles deal between Russia and Iran is today more of a symbolic rather than an actual threat.
De Blasio And Andrew Cuomo Being Scrutinized By Bharara In Ever-Widening Corruption Probe
New York – The list of those under the microscope for possible corruption continues to grow as U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara vowed that his office is conducting full scale investigations at all levels of city and state government.
Details Of Alleged Ponzi Scheme Emerge In Wake Of De Blasio Corruption Probe
As the federal investigation into Mayor de Blasio’s fundraising practices and the NYPD corruption scandal continues, a criminal case involving a Bronx landlord and de Blasio supporter has come to light.
In His Last Days, Gaddafi Reportedly Turned To Israel For Help
Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi reportedly asked for Israel’s help to stem Western coalition airstrikes on his country during the 2011 uprising that led to his downfall.
‘DC Madam’ Attorney Teases List Of Who Called Escort Service
WASHINGTON — Saying he has “waited long enough,” the ex-lawyer of “D.C. Madam” Deborah Jeane Palfrey has released some of the names of companies, government agencies and organizations that had called her escort service between 2000 and 2006.