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After seven years, a rare trial for the EU-funded Kosovo war crimes tribunal
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After seven years, a rare trial for the EU-funded Kosovo war crimes tribunal

On the scale of the charges brought by the Kosovo war crimes tribunal against former members of the Kosovo Liberation Army, the alleged crimes of Hysni Gucati and Nasim Haradinaj appear to be minor.Gucati and Haradinaj, president and vice president of the KLA Veterans Association in Pristina, are accused of leaking confidential documents during press conferences in Pristina in 2020. The men were indicted by the same court that recently indicted the former president. Hashim Thaci for war crimes. Between 7 and 25 September 2020, Gucati and Haradinaj held a series of press conferences after claiming to have received confidential documents from the Kosovo Chambers of Specialists, the Netherlands-based war crimes tribunal and its investigative arm, the Special Prosecutor's Office.They are ac...
Democrats pressure Biden to move party positions closer
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Democrats pressure Biden to move party positions closer

Media accuse Biden of being "the Grinch" 2:19 (CNN) -- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Speaker Joe Biden spoke by phone last Tuesday and focused on a strategy for their party's broad economic package. They decided the time has come to wrap up the negotiations, senior officials from both places have told CNN, a sign of growing unease from Democrats at a critical time for their domestic agenda. And for many Democrats in Congress, finalizing a deal now rests primarily on the shoulders of one man: Biden, whom lawmakers want to play a strong public role in outlining what they want to see in the final package. The surge in attention to the president comes as concern grows, both in the West Wing and on Capitol Hill,...
Selection of jurors for trial begins
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Selection of jurors for trial begins

Was Arbery in an altercation days before his death? 2:43 (CNN) -- Three white men accused of hunting down and killing Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old black man who had gone out for a run, will be tried for murder in Georgia this week in a case fraught with issues of racism, self-defense claims and a video. recorded with cell phone. Gregory McMichael, his son Travis McMichael and his neighbor William "Roddie" Bryan Jr. are charged with malice and wrongful death and have pleaded not guilty. They also face charges of aggravated battery, false imprisonment and criminal attempt to commit false imprisonment. Jury selection in his state trial begins Monday. Arbery was fatally shot on February 23, 2020, while running i...
How to stay safe during this year’s hunting season in rural Spain
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How to stay safe during this year’s hunting season in rural Spain

You may have heard of Spain's most notorious hunter, King Emeritus Juan Carlos I, whose now infamous 2012 elephant hunting trip to Botswana caused a scandal and turned public opinion against him, but don't let that. convince him that hunting is a pursuit of the elite only. The truth is that The hunt (hunting) is still a relatively popular activity, relatively speaking, and accepted in Spain. About 80 percent of Spanish land is home to hunting areas, with almost one million Spaniards hunting annually; They are European leaders, second only to American hunters internationally. While the popularity of hunting in Spain has officially declined over the past three decades (by more than 60 percent in 25 years), the remaining 800,000 license holders are estimated to be at least equaled by ille...
The Definitive Guide to Spanish Wedding Etiquette
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The Definitive Guide to Spanish Wedding Etiquette

The Covid-19 restrictions have meant that many Spanish weddings that were supposed to take place during the summer of 2021 have been postponed until the fall. Some couples who have grown tired of waiting have preferred to elope and postpone the great celebration until further notice. ALSO READ: 'The perfect excuse to keep things simple' - Getting married in Spain during the pandemic But others are choosing to get married as fall approaches and temperatures begin to drop in Spain. Fortunately, the limits on the number of guests have been lifted for the most part as the country has seen Covid infection rates drop and vaccination rates rise. Generally Spanish wedding (Weddings) have become more intimate affairs, held primarily outdoors to limit the need for face masks and with food served...
Facts and timeline of Colin Powell’s life
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Facts and timeline of Colin Powell’s life

Colin Powell, US military and political leader, dies. 0:59 (CNN) -- Here's a look at the life of Colin Powell, the former US Secretary of State who helped shape American foreign policy in the late 20th and early 21st years, who died at 84 years. Personal information Date of birth: April 5, 1937 Date of death: October 18, 2021 Place of birth: Harlem, New York Birth name: Colin Luther Powell Dad: Luther Powell, Shipbuilding Employee Mother: Maud Ariel (McKoy) Powell, costurera Colin Powell on Capitol Hill, December 4, 2018 (Credit: Drew Angerer / Getty Images) Marriage: Alma Vivian (Johnson) Powell (August 25, 1962) Sons: Annemarie, Linda and Michael Studies: City College of New York, BA in Geology, 1958; Geor...
The new rules for traveling from Spain to the US in November 2021
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The new rules for traveling from Spain to the US in November 2021

It has been pending since September, but the US government has officially confirmed the good news. "The new US travel policy that will require foreign travelers to the United States to be fully vaccinated will go into effect on November 8," the White House said in a statement Friday. The lifting of the ban on non-essential travel applies to arrivals from Spain and all other Schengen countries, the UK, Brazil, India, South Africa, China and Iran. The new US travel policy that requires vaccination of foreign travelers to the United States will begin on November 8. This announcement and date applies to both international air travel and ground travel. This policy is governed by public health, is strict and consistent. https://t.co/uaDiVrjtqi - Kevin Muñoz (@ KMunoz46) October 15, 2021 ...
Reactions to Collin Powell’s death
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Reactions to Collin Powell’s death

Colin Powell, US military and political leader, dies. 0:59 (CNN) -- Colin Powell, the United States' first black secretary of state, has died of complications from Covid-19, his family said on Facebook. His leadership in various Republican administrations helped shape American foreign policy in the later years of the 20th century and the early years of the 21st. He was 84 years old. Several politicians in the United States have reacted to the news of his death. These are some. Former President George W. Bush said Powell was "the favorite of presidents" "He was a favorite of presidents who won the Presidential Medal of Freedom, twice. He was highly respected at home and abroad. And most importantly, Colin was...
Top 4 Tips for Choosing the Right Shingle Color for Roofs
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Top 4 Tips for Choosing the Right Shingle Color for Roofs

Picture of Andrew Martin from Pixabay. The average cost of putting a new roof on a home is more than $ 7,000, making it a significant investment. Roofs also tend to last more than 15 years, so it's also a long-lasting investment that you'll have to consider for years, if not the rest of the time you live in your home. That is why it is essential to choose the right tile color for roofing. Doing so is easier than you might expect with these four simple tips. Consider the weather How to choose the right color tiles? If you are considering a new roof, you need to know. While appearance is important, it's not just about aesthetics. You probably already know that darker colors tend to absorb heat, while lighter colors reflect it, but have you considered what that might mean for ...
Rising prices and empty shelves pose a danger to Biden
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Rising prices and empty shelves pose a danger to Biden

Media accuse Biden of being "the Grinch" 2:19 (CNN) -- Joe Biden's fight to get America back to normal after the pandemic is proving to be much longer and more complicated than previously thought, with huge political implications for the president and his party. The Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg, admitted this Sunday on CNN that the supply chain reserves, which are having a corrosive impact on the economy in general, will remain until next year that will be marked by an environment midterm election for Democrats. There is only little that Biden can do to get the containers stacked in the country's ports, which means the situation is causing the White House a real headache. When Americans go to ...