July 20, 2020 – Page 2 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

Finance Experts: Biden Plan Written by Economic Illiterates, Calls for Decarbonising at All Costs

Posted on July 20, 2020By Editor

Besides having certain gaps, Joe Biden’s new “green” plan may deal a heavy blow to the US economy by stepping up spending, damaging vital industries and slapping taxes on businesses and the rich, some finance experts say. … Read More >Finance Experts: Biden Plan Written by Economic Illiterates, Calls for Decarbonising at All Costs

USA

‘He Will Be Crying for Mommy’: Trump Doubts Biden Capable of Sitting Through ‘Tough’ Interviews

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

The US president often questions the mental capability of his opponents, including Dem US presidential candidate Joe Biden, referring to numerous public gaffes by the former vice-president. … Read More >‘He Will Be Crying for Mommy’: Trump Doubts Biden Capable of Sitting Through ‘Tough’ Interviews

USA

At Least 1 Dead, 8 Injured in Washington DC Shooting

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

The incident marks the second multiple-casualty shooting over the weekend in the United States, as 13 people were injured in a large fight with over 200 participants in Peoria, Illinois, on early Sunday. … Read More >At Least 1 Dead, 8 Injured in Washington DC Shooting

Shows

On Contact: Police reform

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

On the show this week, Chris Hedges talks to activist, writer and PhD Candidate at Yale University, Philip McHarris, about the latest calls for police reform in the US. … Read More >On Contact: Police reform

Middle East

Taliban Rejects ‘Russian Bounties’ Report as ‘Fake News’ to ‘Damage’ Group’s Peace Deal With US

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

Earlier this month, the Taliban denied a New York Times report that Russian military intelligence offered bounties to Taliban-linked militants for killing US soldiers in Afghanistan. … Read More >Taliban Rejects ‘Russian Bounties’ Report as ‘Fake News’ to ‘Damage’ Group’s Peace Deal With US

Against US’ Will? UK Continues to Use Equipment of Another Chinese Firm Despite Ditching Huawei

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

In 2017 Sepura, which produces digital mobile radio products, was bought by Chinese company Hytera, in which Beijing government has 2 percent stake. Hytera has been banned by the United States over concerns that its equipment may be used for surveillance. … Read More >Against US’ Will? UK Continues to Use Equipment of Another Chinese Firm Despite Ditching Huawei

Shows

The good ancestor

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

In a world of short-termism and consumption, reputation and legacies are often defined by private number plates, flashy watches, and prime real estate. … Read More >The good ancestor

Middle East

Top Iranian Diplomat Discusses US Troop Pullout With Iraq’s PMF Chief

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

The Iranian foreign minister and the leader of Iraq’s Shiite-dominated Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) discussed the US troop pullout on Sunday. … Read More >Top Iranian Diplomat Discusses US Troop Pullout With Iraq’s PMF Chief

Middle East

Two Rockets Fall Near US Embassy Inside Baghdad’s Green Zone, Source Says

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

Two rockets fell on Sunday near the US embassy inside Baghdad’s so-called green zone, which houses heavily fortified government facilities and foreign diplomatic missions, a source in the Iraqi security services said. … Read More >Two Rockets Fall Near US Embassy Inside Baghdad’s Green Zone, Source Says

USA

Portland Mayor Claims Federal Police Exacerbate City’s Riots as Trump Vows to Protect Citizens

Posted on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020By Editor

The anti-racism protests in Portland began following the death of George Floyd and have at times turned violent, with rioters recently breaking into a police union building and setting it on fire. … Read More >Portland Mayor Claims Federal Police Exacerbate City’s Riots as Trump Vows to Protect Citizens

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