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Pope Francis admits he saw a psychoanalyst 'to clarify a few things'
- September 02, 2017
That, the leaders said , has resulted in a deterioration of both humans and the natural environment, which disproportionately affects the world's "most vulnerable". However, the message continued, our attitude and behavior towards creation has over time obscured our calling as God's "co-operators". "We no longer respect nature as a shared gift; instead, we regard it as a private possession", the two leaders said. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
That, the leaders said , has resulted in a deterioration of both humans and the natural environment, which disproportionately affects the world's "most vulnerable". However, the message continued, our attitude and behavior towards creation has over time obscured our calling as God's "co-operators". "We no longer respect nature as a shared gift; instead, we regard it as a private possession", the two leaders said. (more...)
Tillerson praises Mexico's generosity in offering Harvey aid
- September 02, 2017
Welcome to the State Department again. FOREIGN SECRETARY VIDEGARAY: You're absolutely welcome, and we are - we're here to help. Although tensions with the nation are running high - like in regard to the infamous wall, for example - Mexico's diplomats in the United States remain steadfast in their affirmation of Mexico and Texas standing together as neighbors and friends, joined by more than a border. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Welcome to the State Department again. FOREIGN SECRETARY VIDEGARAY: You're absolutely welcome, and we are - we're here to help. Although tensions with the nation are running high - like in regard to the infamous wall, for example - Mexico's diplomats in the United States remain steadfast in their affirmation of Mexico and Texas standing together as neighbors and friends, joined by more than a border. (more...)
Backed forces run IS militants out of de-facto capital in Syria
- September 02, 2017
Talal Sello, a spokesman for the SDF, told French news agency AFP that coalition fighters are now "on the edges of IS's security quarter in the city center, where most of its main bases are". "Once Raqqa is retaken from ISIL, the next big battle will be Deir-ez-Zor", Zeid said, appealing to all the parties involved in the conflict in Syria to fully respect their obligations under global human rights law and worldwide humanitarian law to protect the civilian population and civilian objects. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Talal Sello, a spokesman for the SDF, told French news agency AFP that coalition fighters are now "on the edges of IS's security quarter in the city center, where most of its main bases are". "Once Raqqa is retaken from ISIL, the next big battle will be Deir-ez-Zor", Zeid said, appealing to all the parties involved in the conflict in Syria to fully respect their obligations under global human rights law and worldwide humanitarian law to protect the civilian population and civilian objects. (more...)
Harvey Victims Could Get Free Home … in Harvey
- September 02, 2017
Normally, they would in turn be sold to investors to put the homes back on the market, but the city has instead made a decision to give them to flood victims as a new, permanent residence. Last Sunday, August 27, Mexico offered vehicles, boats, supplies and food as well as a group of 33 Red Cross volunteers who traveled to Texas to work in homeless shelters. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Normally, they would in turn be sold to investors to put the homes back on the market, but the city has instead made a decision to give them to flood victims as a new, permanent residence. Last Sunday, August 27, Mexico offered vehicles, boats, supplies and food as well as a group of 33 Red Cross volunteers who traveled to Texas to work in homeless shelters. (more...)
Golar LNG Limited (GLNG) Declares $0.05 Quarterly Dividend
- September 02, 2017
Golar LNG Limited (USA) ( NASDAQ : GLNG ) has risen 61.34% since August 30, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 44.64% the S&P500. TC Pipelines LP (NYSE:TCP) had a decrease of 2.35% in short interest. Therefore 50% are positive. More interesting news about Golar LNG Limited (USA) (NASDAQ:GLNG) were released by: Seekingalpha.com and their article: "LNG Shipping - Key Trends In US Exports To Asia" published on January 25, 2017 as well as Globenewswire.com's news article titled: ... (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Golar LNG Limited (USA) ( NASDAQ : GLNG ) has risen 61.34% since August 30, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 44.64% the S&P500. TC Pipelines LP (NYSE:TCP) had a decrease of 2.35% in short interest. Therefore 50% are positive. More interesting news about Golar LNG Limited (USA) (NASDAQ:GLNG) were released by: Seekingalpha.com and their article: "LNG Shipping - Key Trends In US Exports To Asia" published on January 25, 2017 as well as Globenewswire.com's news article titled: ... (more...)
Justin Upton traded to Angels
- September 02, 2017
Grayson Long , a 6-foot-5, 230-pound right-hander, was part of the deal that sent Upton to the West Coast and lightened the Tigers' payroll. Long, a third-round draft pick out of Texas A&M in 2015, has spent most of this season with the Mobile BayBears, the Angels' Double-A affiliate in Alabama. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Grayson Long , a 6-foot-5, 230-pound right-hander, was part of the deal that sent Upton to the West Coast and lightened the Tigers' payroll. Long, a third-round draft pick out of Texas A&M in 2015, has spent most of this season with the Mobile BayBears, the Angels' Double-A affiliate in Alabama. (more...)
Rare yellow lobster donated to Boston aquarium
- September 02, 2017
Aquarium staff prepared a photoshoot featuring its uniquely colored lobsters alongside a common lobster to form a " colorful cornucopia " of lobsters. The aquarium noted the chances of finding a yellow lobster in the wild is estimated to be 1 in 30 million. But other oddly colored lobsters can be found hiding in the rocks at the aquarium. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Aquarium staff prepared a photoshoot featuring its uniquely colored lobsters alongside a common lobster to form a " colorful cornucopia " of lobsters. The aquarium noted the chances of finding a yellow lobster in the wild is estimated to be 1 in 30 million. But other oddly colored lobsters can be found hiding in the rocks at the aquarium. (more...)
Spain asks North Korea to reduce diplomatic staff in Madrid
- September 02, 2017
Le Drian, who spoke to his Chinese counterpart on Thursday , said everything had to be done to ensure a latest round of United Nations sanctions was implemented and urged China, Pyongyang's main trade partner, to do its utmost to enforce them. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Le Drian, who spoke to his Chinese counterpart on Thursday , said everything had to be done to ensure a latest round of United Nations sanctions was implemented and urged China, Pyongyang's main trade partner, to do its utmost to enforce them. (more...)
Lyft seizes opportunity as Uber tries to outrun troubles
- September 02, 2017
The caveat is that the more remote the area, the fewer the available drivers, and thus the longer it might take to get picked up. That pink Lyft logo is about to become much more common following the announcement of a ride-sharing service expansion that allows the company to serve 94 percent of the U.S. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
The caveat is that the more remote the area, the fewer the available drivers, and thus the longer it might take to get picked up. That pink Lyft logo is about to become much more common following the announcement of a ride-sharing service expansion that allows the company to serve 94 percent of the U.S. (more...)
Army to release water from 2 Houston reservoirs, flooding nearby homes
- September 02, 2017
A Houston police officer drowned in his patrol vehicle in Harvey floodwaters, three department officials told the Houston Chronicle . The Sierra Club even sued the Corps in a failed attempt to stop construction on a nearby stretch of the Grand Parkway, a major toll road project that some opposed fearing it would coax development in an area that's critical to the region's flood control efforts. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
A Houston police officer drowned in his patrol vehicle in Harvey floodwaters, three department officials told the Houston Chronicle . The Sierra Club even sued the Corps in a failed attempt to stop construction on a nearby stretch of the Grand Parkway, a major toll road project that some opposed fearing it would coax development in an area that's critical to the region's flood control efforts. (more...)
Mackinac Bridge walk: What you need to know
- September 02, 2017
One person who shares their Labor Day memory will be selected at random to win a tour to the top of the bridge. Unlike in prior years, only buses used to transport walkers to the starting point for the walk and emergency service vehicles will be allowed on the bridge during the event. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
One person who shares their Labor Day memory will be selected at random to win a tour to the top of the bridge. Unlike in prior years, only buses used to transport walkers to the starting point for the walk and emergency service vehicles will be allowed on the bridge during the event. (more...)
State ban on texting while driving now in effect
- September 02, 2017
Another law - one that has drawn concern among some Harvey victims - is House Bill 1774 , which could reduce the penalties insurance companies face for late payments if a policyholder files a lawsuit. "For a long time, Texas has needed this law to prevent the loss of life in unnecessary and preventable crashes, and we finally have it on September 1". (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Another law - one that has drawn concern among some Harvey victims - is House Bill 1774 , which could reduce the penalties insurance companies face for late payments if a policyholder files a lawsuit. "For a long time, Texas has needed this law to prevent the loss of life in unnecessary and preventable crashes, and we finally have it on September 1". (more...)
Wildfires Contributing To Smoky Bay Area Skies Continue To Spread
- September 02, 2017
Thursday. The wildfire is about 20 miles east of Oroville Dam. "This year, CAL FIRE has responded to 4,626 fires for 219,476 acres, compared to last year when we responded to 3,525 fires for 200,333 acres", said Chief Ken Pimlott, director of CAL FIRE. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Thursday. The wildfire is about 20 miles east of Oroville Dam. "This year, CAL FIRE has responded to 4,626 fires for 219,476 acres, compared to last year when we responded to 3,525 fires for 200,333 acres", said Chief Ken Pimlott, director of CAL FIRE. (more...)
Christie Sends NJ National Guardsmen To Texas To Assist Harvey Rescue Efforts
- September 02, 2017
For eight years, things like tax reform, you know, things that should be done with the Republican congress and Republican president. After a fiery GOP primary where Christie and Trump shared harsh insults on the debate stage and elsewhere, the New Jersey governor wound up endorsing Trump over other Republican candidates and acting as a surrogate throughout the campaign. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
For eight years, things like tax reform, you know, things that should be done with the Republican congress and Republican president. After a fiery GOP primary where Christie and Trump shared harsh insults on the debate stage and elsewhere, the New Jersey governor wound up endorsing Trump over other Republican candidates and acting as a surrogate throughout the campaign. (more...)
'Morning Joe': Chris Christie Shares His 'Biggest Disappointment' in Trump White House
- September 02, 2017
After Sandy, 20 Republican members of Congress and both Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz were against the 2013 Congressional relief package for victims of the disaster in the NY and New Jersey area. "He was playing politics just to try to make himself look like the most conservative guy in town". The Washington Post fact-checked Cruz's claim and found that claim untrue. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
After Sandy, 20 Republican members of Congress and both Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz were against the 2013 Congressional relief package for victims of the disaster in the NY and New Jersey area. "He was playing politics just to try to make himself look like the most conservative guy in town". The Washington Post fact-checked Cruz's claim and found that claim untrue. (more...)
NAFTA talks kick off in Mexico City under cloud of Trump threats
- September 02, 2017
Deputy negotiators from the three countries are meeting behind closed doors in talks scheduled to continue until Tuesday. Earlier this week, the U.S. President Donald Trump said there was little chance of success in the process, blaming Mexico for the failure in the search for a new deal. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Deputy negotiators from the three countries are meeting behind closed doors in talks scheduled to continue until Tuesday. Earlier this week, the U.S. President Donald Trump said there was little chance of success in the process, blaming Mexico for the failure in the search for a new deal. (more...)
Woman pulls gun during school supply shopping dispute at Walmart
- September 02, 2017
Both groups of women wanted to buy the last notebook on the shelf, and an argument broke out over who reached for it first. Scott Baetens told WJBK that the dispute was over a notebook in the back-to-school aisle. "A simple assault could be just a local ordinance, a 90-day misdemeanor", said Baetens. The four women involved in the incident, who range in age from 20 to 51, could face charges, police said. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Both groups of women wanted to buy the last notebook on the shelf, and an argument broke out over who reached for it first. Scott Baetens told WJBK that the dispute was over a notebook in the back-to-school aisle. "A simple assault could be just a local ordinance, a 90-day misdemeanor", said Baetens. The four women involved in the incident, who range in age from 20 to 51, could face charges, police said. (more...)
India is Asia's most corrupt country with 69 per cent bribery rate
- September 02, 2017
The list released by Forbes about five top most corrupt countries in Asia said that India beats Vietnam, Thailand, Pakistan and Myanmar, when it comes to bribery rate. India leads the list with 69% of corruption in its institutions. Despite the poor performance, more than 53 per cent people thought that the government had fared well in the fight against corruption. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
The list released by Forbes about five top most corrupt countries in Asia said that India beats Vietnam, Thailand, Pakistan and Myanmar, when it comes to bribery rate. India leads the list with 69% of corruption in its institutions. Despite the poor performance, more than 53 per cent people thought that the government had fared well in the fight against corruption. (more...)
Paul Ryan Issues Statement Condemning Trump's Pardon of Sheriff Joe Arpaio
- September 02, 2017
The official confirmed the account, first reported by The Washington Post , that the President was eager to help Arpaio , a longtime supporter who shares similar views to the President on immigration. During the 1996 presidential election, politicians including Republican nominee Bob Dole lambasted USA district court Judge Harold Baer of NY for excluding evidence from a drug case that had been seized by police under questionable circumstances. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
The official confirmed the account, first reported by The Washington Post , that the President was eager to help Arpaio , a longtime supporter who shares similar views to the President on immigration. During the 1996 presidential election, politicians including Republican nominee Bob Dole lambasted USA district court Judge Harold Baer of NY for excluding evidence from a drug case that had been seized by police under questionable circumstances. (more...)
President Trump Is Donating $1 Million to Hurricane Harvey Relief
- September 02, 2017
Harvey's flood waters have heavily damaged tens of thousands of homes across Texas and killed at least 30 people. But the New York Times said that while he has "a chance to reclaim the presidential high ground...many of those in the president's orbit are anxious Mr. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Harvey's flood waters have heavily damaged tens of thousands of homes across Texas and killed at least 30 people. But the New York Times said that while he has "a chance to reclaim the presidential high ground...many of those in the president's orbit are anxious Mr. (more...)
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