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They also reiterated calls to Myanmar for the early release of detained political prisoners and urged the military-junta leading the country to "show tangible progress that would lead to a peaceful transition to democracy in the near future."
The foreign ministers also endorsed the implementation of the ARF Cooperation Framework on Counterterrorism and Transnational Crime to wage war against global terrorism.
In the statement, the 10 Southeast Asian nations welcomed the eventual accession of the European Union to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation, a non-aggression pact.
The Foreign Ministers also welcomed the admission of Sri Lanka as the 27th participant of the ARF, which is committed to help contribute to the peace and stability in the region.
Aside from the ASEAN member-countries and 10 dialogue partners, also at the meetings were Papua New Guinea, Timor Leste, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Mongolia, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Doug Kmiec, the pro-life law professor who became a prominent support of Barack Obama’s presidential campaign and later served as ambassador to Malta, has broken ranks with the White House on the HHS mandate, and indicated that he may not vote for Obama’s re-election.
In an open letter to the President, Kmiec, asked why the administration had “put the cold calculus of politics above faith and freedom” by requiring Church-related groups to include contraception in health-care coverage. “Where is the common good, sir, in not making room for the great Catholic traditions of education, health care, and meeting the needs of the least among us?” he asked.
Kmiec said that at the moment he is “unhappily without a candidate” in the 2012 presidential election.
Who cares what Kmiec thinks or says? He has no credibility. I hope this is the last we hear about him.
Too late, too little. You are an educated man, yet those far less gifted than you knew this was coming. You owe American Catholics an apology.
Pakistani intelligence officials say two suspected U.S. drone strikes have killed 11 militants linked to a top Taliban commander in Pakistan's northwest tribal region.
The officials said the first strike in the South Waziristan tribal area hit a vehicle and killed Khan Mohammed, deputy leader of a group of militants led by Maulvi Nazir. Mohammed was also Nazir's cousin. The strike also killed Nazir's younger brother, and three other militants.
Hours later, the unmanned aircraft fired missiles into a militant hideout near the North Waziristan town of Mir Ali, killing six men.
Nazir is believed to be one of the most powerful militant commanders in Pakistan's tribal region. His Taliban fighters are said to cross the border to attack U.S. and NATO troops in neighboring Afghanistan.
In June, missile strikes killed 15 militants believed to be allied with Maulvi Nazir, and in May his followers threatened to carry out revenge attacks against Pakistan and the United States for the U.S. killing of al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden.
Nazir's group is reportedly not opposed to the Pakistani state and has struck deals with the government during past military offensives against other Taliban factions in South Waziristan.
The United States does not publicly acknowledge the use of drone strikes against Taliban and al-Qaida-linked militants in Pakistan's northwest. Pakistani officials have protested the attacks as a violation of the country's sovereignty.
On Thursday, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton renewed her call for Pakistan to crack down on militant safe havens on its soil.
Clinton said that during last week's trip to Pakistan she urged leaders to act against the militant Haqqani network, explaining that trying to distinguish between so-called "good terrorists and bad terrorists is ultimately self-defeating and dangerous." The secretary made the comments during a congressional hearing before the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee in Washington on Thursday.
U.S. officials have accused Pakistan's military spy agenc, the ISI, of providing support to the al-Qaida-linked Haqqani network, which has launched attacks against U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.
A top U.S. commander in Afghanistan said Thursday that cross-border communications with Pakistan's military have improved after severely deteriorating following the U.S. raid which killed bin Laden in Pakistan on May 2.
But Lieutenant General Curtis Scaparrotti also told reporters at the Pentagon Thursday ((via videoconference)) that there have been instances in which Pakistani paramilitary forces "looked the other way" when insurgents fired across the border at U.S. and Afghan troops.
In other violence Thursday, intelligence officials say a roadside bomb killed two Pakistani soldiers in the Shakai area of South Waziristan.
And in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar, police say a bomb, packed in an oil canister, exploded in a popular market Thursday, wounding at least seven people.
AN Oxfordshire pensioner is braving a wing walk to raise money for the Stroke Association’s awareness month – and has already smashed his fundraising target.
Adrian Bodimeade, from East Hanney, had a £1,000 target for the stunt next month – which involves sitting on the wing of a plane – but has hit double the money already.
The 69-year-old, who says he is less brave than he used to be when it comes to heights, will take on the challenge on May 5.
Mr Bodimeade was inspired to take on the challenge in memory of his father, who had a stroke in 2003 and passed away in 2013.
Adrian said: “Dad’s stroke was a really distressing time for the whole family My dad had a communication difficulty after his stroke called aphasia, and he never regained the ability to communicate again. With thanks to the Stroke Association and the incredible support from friends and family though, we were able to better understand how to support Dad.
Mr Bodimeade’s wing walk takes place at Chiltern Park Aerodrome, Wallingford, and coincides with an awareness month called Make May Purple for Stroke.
The Stroke Association is encouraging everyone to wear purple and raise vital funds to show support to victims.
Natalie Bettinson, the charity’s Regional Fundraising Manager, said: “As well as physical and emotional problems, strokes can rob people of their ability to speak, read and write.
There are more than 100,000 strokes a year in the UK and over a million people living with the effects of an attack.
A quick scroll through Kylie Jenner's Instagram feed reveals just how obsessed the 21-year-old is with all things makeup. Not only is she always posting about her bespoke Kylie Cosmetics products, but she rarely goes a few days without sharing selfies of her own makeup, too, whether she's gone full glam or the more natural route. While her lashes look long, they don't look like they're coated with mascara or layered with falsies. Naturally, fans went wild for Jenner's au naturel moment and left comments like, "so pretty ," "QUUUEEEENNN襤襤襤," and "this lighting is everything!"
I strongly urge you to support the District 6 mill levy override, Ballot Issue 3A in this election.
I began studying this issue after being asked to serve on the district’s 100-plus-member Citizens Blue Ribbon Panel last February, and I admit to starting with a healthy dose of skepticism.
Today, I believe passing this mill levy is the most important thing we can do concerning the future economic development and welfare of our community.
»District 6 per-pupil funding, including mill levy overrides, ranks 170 out of the 178 Colorado school districts. That’s the bottom 5 percent in funding. And, yes, those are the real numbers.
»Every other school system in northern Colorado has passed mill levy overrides to provide better schools for their kids. For example, Fort Collins has voted to give an additional $773 per student; Loveland, $969; Fort Lupton, $1,155. Greeley – zero.
And we wonder why jobs, businesses, executives and professionals have begun to flee across Interstate 25. Make no mistake, it’s the schools. Talk to Realtors, employers and those in economic development. Prospects come to Greeley and find a welcoming, pretty town with a university and community college, first-class health care and all the wonderful amenities of living on the Front Range of Colorado.
Then they check out the schools. Next they decide to live in Windsor.
There’s hope. Five years ago, our schools were placed on academic watch by the state. Then under the leadership of a new administration, headed first by Renae Dreier and then by Ranelle Lang, dramatic changes began to take place. They got off academic watch in record time. CSAP scores for those at proficiency level in reading have risen by 13.5 percent, math by 15.3 percent. In testament to the English-only program, 99 percent of students now take the CSAP in English. Other districts are coming to Greeley/Evans to see how they did it. Our school board was named School Board of the Year by their state organization for the dramatic turnaround.
But there’s much to overcome. Remember, our schools are in the bottom 5 percent of funding in the state.
The MLO will provide educational materials and textbooks for classes that don’t have enough for every student, provide all-day kindergarten for every child, replace 27-year-old buses and 10-plus-year-old computers, and much more.
It will give our educators some of the tools they need to continue the good start they’ve begun.
Some believe the $16 million the MLO would raise per year can be found by taking the waste out of the system. In the middle of a recession, you can’t blame them for hoping that was true. But it’s not the case. They’ve already spent years economizing. Thinking there’s $16 million per year to be found in “waste” is an unfortunate pipe dream.
You may not agree with some of the MLO proposals. Of course not. It’s a compromise, but to not vote for it will be a disservice to our community.
Ultimately, ask yourself this: Imagine a community with schools coming off academic watch and funding in the bottom 5 percent in the state. Now imagine the electorate of that community refused to pass a mill levy override when all of their neighboring towns and every other major school system in the state had done so.
Would you move your family, business or job to that town?
Vote yes on 3A. The future of Greeley depends on it.
Jim Elsberry is an executive professor at the Monfort College of Business and serves on the board of the Greeley Weld Chamber of Commerce. He is a former publisher of The Tribune.
Son Heung-min of Tottenham Hotspur scored the final goal in a home game against Leicester City at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday.
It was his third goal in as many matches since he returned from the Asian Football Confederation Asian Cup in late January, in which he took part for the Korean national team.
The goal during stoppage time was his 11th English Premier League goal of the season.
A night after a wild scoring game, Bakersfield goalie Shane Starrett shut the door on Colorado in a 2-0 victory.
Starrett's shutout came as he turned aside 28 Colorado shots in the game, with the Condors killing seven penalties. Colorado also blanked Bakersfield on seven power plays.
After a scoreless first, Bakersfield's Josh Currie netted the only goal the Condors would need just 2:17 into the period. David Gust provided some breathing room with his goal at 11:07 of the third.
Bakersfield improved to 17-15-2-1 for 37 points, now just one behind Colorado (17-13-3-1, 38) for fourth in the Pacific Division. Eagles goalie Pavel Francouz stopped 28 of 30 shots in the loss.
After nine weeks of competition, it’s down to the final three couples — Rumer and Val, Riker and Allison, and Noah and Sharna — who are counting on great scores from the judges and votes from their fans.
According to ABC, there will be two rounds of dancing for each couple on Monday night, and a “24-hour Fusion Challenge” dance on Tuesday night, right before the gold Dancing with the Stars Mirrorball Trophy is given to the winning couple.
Monday, May 18 (8 – 9 p.m. ET): Three couples will repeat a dance they performed earlier in the season. They will also perform a freestyle dance during the one-hour finals competition. Viewers can vote online or by phone for their favorite team on Monday night.
Tuesday, May 19 (8 — 11 p.m. ET): The finalists will perform brand new routines that combine two dance styles. This will be no easy feat for Riker, Rumer and Noah — the celebrities and their pro-dance partner have less than 24 hours to prepare for their “24 Hour Fusion Challenge” dances.
In addition to the finalists’ performances, viewers can expect to see most this season’s eliminated couples back on the dance floor for encore performances, including Charlotte McKinney and Keo Motsepe (“California Girls”); Suzanne Somers and Tony Dovolani (“Copacabana”); Robert Herjavec and Kym Johnson (“Bills”); Chris Soules and Witney Carson (“Footloose”); Nastia Liukin and Derek Hough (“Honey, I’m Good”); and Patti LaBelle and Artem Chigvintsev (“In Da Club”).
Fan favorites from past seasons Amy Purdy, Alfonso Ribeiro, and Sadie Robertson will return to the ballroom for special performances, and there will be a special dance performed by Derek and Julianne Hough.
Who will win the Season 20 Mirrorball Trophy? According to Hollywood Life, an insider revealed that the show’s producers are expecting Rumer Willis to win. However, Noah Galloway has been a fan favorite all season, despite fans saying “pity votes” got him to the finals. Don’t count Riker Lynch out, either — he’s been a strong contender all season and has impressed both fans and the judges with his performances. There is no doubt that it’s going to be a close call in the final minutes of the DWTS finale on Tuesday night. Tune in at 8 p.m. ET on Monday night for the finals performances, followed by the live finale on Tuesday, starting at 9 p.m. ET on ABC.
UNITED NATIONS – The Islamic State extremist group has reorganized its military structure, giving local commanders more power and inspiring attacks outside conflict areas, the U.N. political chief said Thursday.
Jeffrey Feltman told the U.N. Security Council that the threat from the militant group has intensified because of its use of the internet and social media to disseminate propaganda.
Although the volume of messages from the Islamic State group has declined in the last 16 months, he said, "the threat persists as supporters outside Syria and Iraq collect and redistribute this propaganda."
Feltman said the group — also known as IS or ISIL — has used its online presence to encourage supporters to carry out attacks in Europe including in Belgium, Britain, France, Germany, Russia, Sweden and Turkey.
Some attacks were carried out by fighters returning from Iraq and Syria while others were by people who had not traveled to conflict zones, he said.
"Despite being sometimes labeled as 'lone actors,' investigations demonstrate that the perpetrators often received support or resources from facilitators and, in a number of cases, were in direct contact with ISIL enablers," Feltman said.
Elsewhere in the world, he said IS-affiliated groups in North Africa "pose a serious danger" and IS is challenging established al-Qaida affiliates in West Africa.
He said IS in Somalia and Yemen "represent an increasing menace" and the threat level from IS in Southeast Asia has intensified because the extremist group is now focusing more attention in that region.
Feltman said that while the flow of "foreign terrorist fights" to Syria and Iraq has decreased during the last 16 months, fighters returning home or relocating to other regions "present a considerable threat to international security."
He said the Islamic State group's financial situation has also declined over the last 16 months — but he cautioned that as it loses control of population centers in Iraq and Syria and its forces dwindle, its costs will also be lower.
"Despite liquidity shortages," Feltman said, "ISIL may be able to stretch further its existing resources."
He said ISIL continues to rely on the same two sources of revenue — oil and gas sales "and extortion/taxation, which may amount to tens of millions of dollars per month."
"ISIL has also drawn income from antiquities smuggling, agricultural products, sale of electricity, exploitation of mineral resources such as phosphates and sulfuric acid, external donations, kidnapping for ransom, and human trafficking," Feltman said.
SHOW SUMMARY: Between booking decisions and billion dollar television deals, the art form that is pro wrestling can get lost in the shuffle. This show finds it and brings it to the forefront for optimal attention. What’s On the Canvas this week? The “double turn” from this week’s Monday Night Raw. On the show, Zack Heydorn breaks down and examines the art of the turn from the perspectives of Lio Rush, Bobby Lashley, and Kevin Owens. Plus, did it work, what does the future look like for each man moving forward, and more. Enjoy!
Although stars avoids controversies but many of them have been involved in alleged secret love affairs. Let’s take a look at some of the shocking love life of Bollywood actors!
A new relationship was also secretly budding in Bollywood in the past. Aditya Pancholi's son, Sooraj Pancholi, was allegedly dating 'Singh Is Bling' actress, Amy Jackson.
Bollywood actors Arjun Kapoor and Athiya Shetty also made headlines for their alleged love affair. As per a report in Filmfare, both Arjun and Athiya were allegedly spotted kissing each other at a famous night out in Mumbai.
Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty together created magic on screen with their hot chemistry. The romance bloomed during the shooting of Main Khiladi Tu Anari. Their alleged relationship gave birth to various controversies in Bollywood and after being in the eye of the media for almost a year, Shilpa allegedly decided to part ways with the Khiladi Kumar.
Bollywood actors Govinda and Rani Mukerji, who were seen together in many romantic movies, were also in news for their love affair which began on the sets of movie Hadh Kardi Apne. Apparently, Govinda’s wife Sunita left home with children due to their closeness. There was also news of the stars getting married but later on they decided to split.
Disco dancer king Mithun Chakraborty, who had a love affair with Sridevi, had a secret marriage with her in the year 1985. Sridevi had fallen in love with Mithun on the sets of Rakesh Roshan's Jaag Utha Insan. However, they broke up in 1988 when Sridevi got to know Mithun would never hurt or leave Yogeeta.
The infamous affair between Bollywood actors Shatrughan Sinha and Reena was in the news yet again. The actor's recently released biography, 'Anything But Khamosh: The Shatrughan Sinha Biography,' that gave a detailed account of this affair. The relationship continued for a while even after his marriage with Poonam.
Dilip Kumar and Madhubala’s secret affair started on the sets of their film Mughal-E-Azam. The proof of this was seen when they both walked hand-in-hand at the premiere of movie Insaniyat. Both the actors decided to part ways when Madhubala’s father said no to their relationship.
It is said that Bollywood actress Nargis was madly in love with Raj Kapoor. Their love story was very famous in the industry but it had a sad ending. Raj Kapoor was married and didn’t want to leave Nargis also. Nargis’s heart was broken when she realised that he already had a life partner. Nargis even tried to commit suicide but then Sunil Dutt entered his life.
Who said your dream home had to cost the earth? Certainly not the owners of this week’s featured property.
From the outside, the lovely 1970s Billingham home has everything you would expect from a house of its type and location, but within it boasts the kind of luxury and the best of modern design belying its price tag.
And though the Wolviston Court home is still cherished by its current owners, now is the time for them to retire to pastures new.
The four bedroom home is for sale for £329,950 with the Billingham branch of estate agent Thirlwells. For more information contact them on 01642 361111.
Location: Clyde Gardens, Wolviston Court, Billingham.
Number of bathrooms - including ensuites: Two plus a downstairs claokroom.
Closest schools? Northfield secondary and St. Paul’s primary, both within two minutes walk away.
New York designer Adam Kimmel finally gives you the first detailed look on the long awaited collaboration with Carhartt. The collection includes a range of tailored pieces with a varitey of materials from his own collections integrated into the Carhartt lifestyle. Our favorite pieces include the well cut blazers, cashmere beanies, flannels, and western shirts. Available at better retailers worldwide in the fall.
Staff Sgt. Jake Talbot with his Trump T-shirt.
Staff Sgt. Jake Talbot said he was asked not to wear a Trump 2016 T-shirt to CDY Fitness in Troy, Missouri.
He said the owner of the gym, Liz Drew, told him it was offensive to others and "represents racism."
Drew said she asked him not to wear the shirt, but didn't explicitly ban it from the gym.

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