Donald Trump appeared with families of those killed at the hands of illegal aliens during a White House event on Friday - and blamed undocumented migrants for killing thousands of Americans since 2001. The President's joint press conference with so-called 'Angel' families was an attack on critics of his controversial separation policy at the US-Mexico border that has seen over 2,000 young children taken from their distraught parents. The 'Angel' families appeared to the press alongside photos of 11 loved ones who had been killed by criminals who had entered the US illegally. Trump said he wanted to turn attention to the victims of illegal immigration and claimed that the US media has historically refused to share their stories. "We're gathered today to hear directly from the American victims of illegal immigration. You know you hear the other side, you never hear this side. You don't know what is going on," he said. "These are the American citizens permanently separated from their … [Read more...] about Trump rejects immigration criticism by blaming illegal aliens for killings
More Than Half Of School Support Staff Spend Their Own Money On School Essentials, Study Shows
More than half of school support staff are spending their own money on food for hungry children, tampons, pencils and books at cash-strapped schools, a new GMB study shows. The union, which surveyed thousands of teaching assistants and other support staff, said the stories showed the “desperate situation” schools are facing. Staff report having to bring toilet paper, plasters, wipes and first aid necessities for their poorly funded schools. HuffPost UK revealed last week that hundreds of “wish lists” on Amazon’s website carry the names of schools, with many including appeals for people to buy basic supplies ordinarily purchased through everyday budgets. Recent research by the Association of School and College Leaders found 24% of school bosses said they expect the need for voluntary contributions from parents in order to keep funding mainstream activities. The GMB’s research show the burden for buying school supplies often falls to the lowest … [Read more...] about More Than Half Of School Support Staff Spend Their Own Money On School Essentials, Study Shows
PM, baby to stay another night in hospital
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is planning to leave hospital with her newborn daughter at 11am tomorrow. The name of the baby, born on Thursday, is yet to be released. Media have just been briefed on the latest information about the baby, her mother and father Clarke Gayford. The baby slept well last night but Ardern did not fare so well, media were told. The baby will be given her first bath this afternoon and a new photo of her is expected to be released today. Media have been camped out at a room at Auckland Hospital since the PM arrived in labour early on Thursday morning. Moments ago reporters were told the PM had porridge for breakfast and had opted to stay in hospital for a third night. Usually, new mums leave hospital soon after delivering and go to Birthcare in Parnell to recover. Because of the security arrangements needed by the Prime Minister and Gayford, she has had to stay at the hospital. Ardern's mother Laurell is said to be en route to Auckland to meet her new … [Read more...] about PM, baby to stay another night in hospital
One seriously hurt in crash near Geraldine
You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image. News National One person has been seriously hurt in a three-car crash near Geraldine this morning. Senior Sergeant Richard Chambers said the cras occurred on the Geraldine-Fairlie highway (SH79) shortly before 10am. One person was seriously injured and a helicopter was on the way. Motorists were asked to avoid the area as both lanes are blocked. … [Read more...] about One seriously hurt in crash near Geraldine
State of Origin: Five (most recent) times the Blues blew it
A win on Sunday would secure New South Wales a rare State of Origin series win in front of their home fans. The last time they won the series was in 2014, when a late Trent Hodkinson try sealed a famous victory. But heading into Game Two of the series with a lead is nothing new for 'The Cockroaches' - quite often they have snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. Newshub takes a stroll down memory lane on the last FIVE times New South Wales held the lead and blew it. 2017 Only last year, New South Wales started the series with a bang, as James Tedesco, and Andrew Fifita starred for the Blues in a 28-4 win at Suncorp Stadium. The encounter is remembered for its frantic play with very few stoppages. The Blues continued their form from the first game in front of their home fans and took a 16-6 lead at the break. Just as NSW fans started to believe they would reclaim the shield, But Queensland found their vintage form and kept Laurie Daley's side scoreless in the second half to win … [Read more...] about State of Origin: Five (most recent) times the Blues blew it