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Sierra Leone's election heads to run-off after opposition wins first round
- March 15, 2018
Sierra Leone has cemented itself as the first country in the world to use blockchain technology in order to verify votes in the latest election. This is the first time that Sierra Leone authorities would take charge of the electoral process since end of the country's 11-year civil war in 2002, and the withdrawal of the UN Mission in 2014. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Sierra Leone has cemented itself as the first country in the world to use blockchain technology in order to verify votes in the latest election. This is the first time that Sierra Leone authorities would take charge of the electoral process since end of the country's 11-year civil war in 2002, and the withdrawal of the UN Mission in 2014. (more...)
Shoe hurled at PTI chief Imran in Pakistan
- March 15, 2018
Past year in August, the lawmaker from Waziristan had accused Imran Khan of sexual harassment, alleging that the honour of PTI female members were not safe from PTI chief and his gang. Following the incident, the attacker was detained by the seminary's administration and later handed over to the police. The attacks on country's top politicians drew condemnation from ruling and opposition parties. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Past year in August, the lawmaker from Waziristan had accused Imran Khan of sexual harassment, alleging that the honour of PTI female members were not safe from PTI chief and his gang. Following the incident, the attacker was detained by the seminary's administration and later handed over to the police. The attacks on country's top politicians drew condemnation from ruling and opposition parties. (more...)
Zacks Investment Research Downgrades Anadarko Petroleum (NYSE:APC) to Hold
- March 15, 2018
Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE:ETN) has risen 31.02% since March 14, 2017 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 8.41% the S&P500. Analysts expect Winnebago Industries, Inc. Caxton Assoc L P has invested 0.02% of its portfolio in AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE:AXS). Amp Limited holds 0.05% or 165,422 shares. The California-based Boltwood Capital Management has invested 0.26% in the stock. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Eaton Corporation plc (NYSE:ETN) has risen 31.02% since March 14, 2017 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 8.41% the S&P500. Analysts expect Winnebago Industries, Inc. Caxton Assoc L P has invested 0.02% of its portfolio in AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE:AXS). Amp Limited holds 0.05% or 165,422 shares. The California-based Boltwood Capital Management has invested 0.26% in the stock. (more...)
Former President Obama picks Michigan State, UConn in NCAAs
- March 15, 2018
Villanova and defending champion North Carolina rounded out his Final Four. Obama picked the Spartans to beat No. 1 overall seed Virginia in the title game. Past year he picked the North Carolina men and UConn women to win, and at least the Tar Heels obliged. On the women's side, Obama has the unbeaten Huskies, the overall No. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Villanova and defending champion North Carolina rounded out his Final Four. Obama picked the Spartans to beat No. 1 overall seed Virginia in the title game. Past year he picked the North Carolina men and UConn women to win, and at least the Tar Heels obliged. On the women's side, Obama has the unbeaten Huskies, the overall No. (more...)
2 policemen killed in S. Afghan vehicle bombing
- March 15, 2018
At least six Afghan border policemen were killed in a auto explosion in Afghanistan's Helmand province on Wednesday, local officials confirmed. Speaking at a press conference in Beijing, Roland Kobia said the European Union was not in contact with the Taliban and urged those countries that were, including China, to talk to certain Taliban groups and mediate in the conflict, Efe reported. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
At least six Afghan border policemen were killed in a auto explosion in Afghanistan's Helmand province on Wednesday, local officials confirmed. Speaking at a press conference in Beijing, Roland Kobia said the European Union was not in contact with the Taliban and urged those countries that were, including China, to talk to certain Taliban groups and mediate in the conflict, Efe reported. (more...)
Palestinians absent as White House hosts meeting on Gaza
- March 15, 2018
The conference of global donor nations appeared aimed at altering the perception among Palestinians that President Donald Trump's White House is less concerned with their future than Israel's. "The administration of President Donald J. Trump believes that deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza require immediate attention", the White House said. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
The conference of global donor nations appeared aimed at altering the perception among Palestinians that President Donald Trump's White House is less concerned with their future than Israel's. "The administration of President Donald J. Trump believes that deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza require immediate attention", the White House said. (more...)
Free for all in Gujarat Assembly
- March 15, 2018
At this point, BJP MLA Jagdish Panchal passed some remarks that prompted Congress legislator Pratap Dudhat as well as another Congress MLA to rush towards the Well of the House. "This is a shameful incident which has never happened in the history of Gujarat assembly". One of the MLAs even broke a microphone and hurled it at one of the members. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
At this point, BJP MLA Jagdish Panchal passed some remarks that prompted Congress legislator Pratap Dudhat as well as another Congress MLA to rush towards the Well of the House. "This is a shameful incident which has never happened in the history of Gujarat assembly". One of the MLAs even broke a microphone and hurled it at one of the members. (more...)
Reports Of Shots Fired, Person With Gun On Northwestern Campus
- March 15, 2018
A GUNMAN is loose on a university in the United States sparking a lockdown among staff and students, it has been reported. Officers searched the area but "no evidence of a victim, scene, or gunman" was found, according to police. About 3:40 p.m., the university updated their alert to say that that anyone in Englehart Hall should continue to remain behind locked doors , but that people outside the building no longer needed to shelter in place. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
A GUNMAN is loose on a university in the United States sparking a lockdown among staff and students, it has been reported. Officers searched the area but "no evidence of a victim, scene, or gunman" was found, according to police. About 3:40 p.m., the university updated their alert to say that that anyone in Englehart Hall should continue to remain behind locked doors , but that people outside the building no longer needed to shelter in place. (more...)
Last rites of Odia jawan martyred in Sukma Naxal attack conducted
- March 15, 2018
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh have expressed their condolences over the incident, and the Centre has been thinking seriously to ensure the security of its jawans and avoid such incidents in future, the Minister of State for Home Affairs said. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh have expressed their condolences over the incident, and the Centre has been thinking seriously to ensure the security of its jawans and avoid such incidents in future, the Minister of State for Home Affairs said. (more...)
Stop School Violence Act Passes House With Near Unanimous Support
- March 15, 2018
The STOP Act is the only legislation on track to gain congressional approval following the latest mass school shooting in Parkland, Fla., last month. Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders told the students that young people again are leading the nation, as they did during the civil rights and anti-war movements. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
The STOP Act is the only legislation on track to gain congressional approval following the latest mass school shooting in Parkland, Fla., last month. Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders told the students that young people again are leading the nation, as they did during the civil rights and anti-war movements. (more...)
Black cab rapist John Worboys is a 'significant threat', says Sadiq Khan
- March 15, 2018
Philippa Kaufmann, QC, was opening a challenge to Worboys' release by two of his victims, as he watched the proceedings in a packed courtroom via a video-link from prison. The barrister said: "The board indeed does not have to determine whether there has been a crime, or what it is, because there has been a criminal trial and a sentencing exercise". (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Philippa Kaufmann, QC, was opening a challenge to Worboys' release by two of his victims, as he watched the proceedings in a packed courtroom via a video-link from prison. The barrister said: "The board indeed does not have to determine whether there has been a crime, or what it is, because there has been a criminal trial and a sentencing exercise". (more...)
Stormy Daniels Starts Online Fundraiser for Trump Lawsuit
- March 15, 2018
She also asked her funds in the event that she is ordered to pay damages for speaking out. The agreement stipulated that any disputes about the arrangement would be heard in private arbitration, not in open court. Mr Cohen has admitted to paying Ms Daniels the $130,000, but maintains that Mr Trump had no idea that he transaction occurred. Daniels' relationship with Trump first gained widespread notice when the Wall Street Journal revealed the $130,000 payout in January. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
She also asked her funds in the event that she is ordered to pay damages for speaking out. The agreement stipulated that any disputes about the arrangement would be heard in private arbitration, not in open court. Mr Cohen has admitted to paying Ms Daniels the $130,000, but maintains that Mr Trump had no idea that he transaction occurred. Daniels' relationship with Trump first gained widespread notice when the Wall Street Journal revealed the $130,000 payout in January. (more...)
United States fighter jet 'explodes' and crashes off Florida
- March 15, 2018
Witnesses said it appeared the plane had some sort of explosion in the air. "Then it went a little sideways, then I saw fire, and then it just literally dropped out of the sky", Wilson told Local News 10. ABC News reported that a spokesperson said one pilot ejected but it was "unclear whether the pilot was over land or water". The US Nvay is yet to release any information about pilots, whose condition is unknown. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Witnesses said it appeared the plane had some sort of explosion in the air. "Then it went a little sideways, then I saw fire, and then it just literally dropped out of the sky", Wilson told Local News 10. ABC News reported that a spokesperson said one pilot ejected but it was "unclear whether the pilot was over land or water". The US Nvay is yet to release any information about pilots, whose condition is unknown. (more...)
Most Active Stock: Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (NASDAQ:CTSH)
- March 15, 2018
Brian Taylor decreased its stake in Cognizant Tech Solutions ( CTSH ) by 86.1% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. The ERP5 Rank is an investment tool that analysts use to discover undervalued companies. Busey reported 80,955 shares stake. 72,444 were reported by Twin Tree Mgmt Limited Partnership. Finally, Argus raised Cognizant Technology Solutions from a "hold" rating to a "buy" rating and increased their price objective for the company from $81.80 to $100.00 ... (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Brian Taylor decreased its stake in Cognizant Tech Solutions ( CTSH ) by 86.1% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. The ERP5 Rank is an investment tool that analysts use to discover undervalued companies. Busey reported 80,955 shares stake. 72,444 were reported by Twin Tree Mgmt Limited Partnership. Finally, Argus raised Cognizant Technology Solutions from a "hold" rating to a "buy" rating and increased their price objective for the company from $81.80 to $100.00 ... (more...)
Prosecutors seek death penalty for Nikolas Cruz
- March 15, 2018
The announcement came almost a week after Cruz was indicted by a grand jury on 34 counts of premeditated murder and attempted murder for the February 14 massacre, which killed 17 people and injured the same number. Tony Montalto, whose daughter was one of the 17 killed at Stoneman Douglas, asked commissioners at a public hearing Tuesday to put the proposals before voters. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
The announcement came almost a week after Cruz was indicted by a grand jury on 34 counts of premeditated murder and attempted murder for the February 14 massacre, which killed 17 people and injured the same number. Tony Montalto, whose daughter was one of the 17 killed at Stoneman Douglas, asked commissioners at a public hearing Tuesday to put the proposals before voters. (more...)
A tourist gave birth in the waters of Egypt's Red Sea coast
- March 15, 2018
Cetusnews also reported on Tuesday that a Facebook user named Hadia Hosny El Said shared photos on Saturday of both the woman and the newborn emerging from the Red Sea. Then he took pictures of the mother coming out of the water as she had just taken a swim, and greeting her other child on the beach. Social media users praised the apparent ease and beauty of the birth as they shared the images online. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Cetusnews also reported on Tuesday that a Facebook user named Hadia Hosny El Said shared photos on Saturday of both the woman and the newborn emerging from the Red Sea. Then he took pictures of the mother coming out of the water as she had just taken a swim, and greeting her other child on the beach. Social media users praised the apparent ease and beauty of the birth as they shared the images online. (more...)
Rajya Sabha Polls: Arun Jaitley, Ravi Shankar Prasad, Dharmendra Pradhan File Nominations
- March 15, 2018
BM Farooq filed nomination as a JDS candidate. The polls will be held on March 23 for 58 Rajya Sabha seats, including six in Maharasthra. Asked if he saw any prospects of his entry into the Union Council of Ministers, Muraleedharan denied such a possibility. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
BM Farooq filed nomination as a JDS candidate. The polls will be held on March 23 for 58 Rajya Sabha seats, including six in Maharasthra. Asked if he saw any prospects of his entry into the Union Council of Ministers, Muraleedharan denied such a possibility. (more...)
One killed, 20 injured as blast targets police in Raiwind
- March 14, 2018
The police camp has been set up for the security of the annual congregation of Tableeghi Jamaat . Deputy Inspector General Police Lahore Dr Haider Ashraf said the condition of some policemen is critical. He also directed to intensify operations of search, sweep, combing and intelligence, while increase security for sensitive installations, educational institutes, places of worships and markets. (more...)
- March 14, 2018
The police camp has been set up for the security of the annual congregation of Tableeghi Jamaat . Deputy Inspector General Police Lahore Dr Haider Ashraf said the condition of some policemen is critical. He also directed to intensify operations of search, sweep, combing and intelligence, while increase security for sensitive installations, educational institutes, places of worships and markets. (more...)
CBI court discharges Maran brothers in BSNL illegal exchange case
- March 15, 2018
Watch CNBC-TV18's Jude Sannith caught up with former Telecom Minister Dayanidhi Maran and asked what he had to say on the verdict. Yesteryear, in February, the CBI had argued opposing the discharge petitions filed by Dayanidhi, Kalanithi Maran and others, saying there was no prima facie material to proceed against them. (more...)
- March 15, 2018
Watch CNBC-TV18's Jude Sannith caught up with former Telecom Minister Dayanidhi Maran and asked what he had to say on the verdict. Yesteryear, in February, the CBI had argued opposing the discharge petitions filed by Dayanidhi, Kalanithi Maran and others, saying there was no prima facie material to proceed against them. (more...)
Ben Carson and wife selected controversial $31K dining set, emails show
- March 14, 2018
A HUD spokesperson explained this inconsistency to CNN by asserting that the Carsons had participated in the "selection of specific styles" only after they were "presented with options by professional staff". One email published by American Oversight indicates that HUD received an estimate that said fixing a chair would cost about $1,100. "I believe Allison has print outs of the furniture the Secretary and Mrs. (more...)
- March 14, 2018
A HUD spokesperson explained this inconsistency to CNN by asserting that the Carsons had participated in the "selection of specific styles" only after they were "presented with options by professional staff". One email published by American Oversight indicates that HUD received an estimate that said fixing a chair would cost about $1,100. "I believe Allison has print outs of the furniture the Secretary and Mrs. (more...)
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