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U.S. says diplomats in Cuba hit by another sonic assault last month
- September 02, 2017
The State Department said that the move was not a form of retaliation or a sign that the USA believes Cuba is behind the attack but rather to punish Cuba for its failure to keep American diplomats safe - something it is obligated to do under an global treaty known as the Vienna Convention. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
The State Department said that the move was not a form of retaliation or a sign that the USA believes Cuba is behind the attack but rather to punish Cuba for its failure to keep American diplomats safe - something it is obligated to do under an global treaty known as the Vienna Convention. (more...)
Korea Welcomes UNSC Denouncement of N. Korea's Missile Launch
- September 02, 2017
North Korea says it needs nuclear weapons to protect itself against the U.S. and analysts say Pyongyang has made rapid strides in its ballistic technology in defiance of seven sets of United Nations resolutions. President Donald Trump has said that "talking is not the answer" when it comes to North Korea. Any new test worries Washington and its allies because it presumably puts North Korea a step closer to its goal of an arsenal of nuclear missiles that can reliably target the United ... (more...)
- September 02, 2017
North Korea says it needs nuclear weapons to protect itself against the U.S. and analysts say Pyongyang has made rapid strides in its ballistic technology in defiance of seven sets of United Nations resolutions. President Donald Trump has said that "talking is not the answer" when it comes to North Korea. Any new test worries Washington and its allies because it presumably puts North Korea a step closer to its goal of an arsenal of nuclear missiles that can reliably target the United ... (more...)
National Day of Prayer: Read President Trump's Full Statement Here
- September 02, 2017
Separately, the administration is expected to ask for authority to spend $6 billion in disaster relief for FEMA more quickly, the administration officials and a senior House GOP leadership aide said. He has pledged $1 million in personal funds to Harvey relief efforts. He also says no routine sweeps will be conducted in emergency shelters. "Friend helping friend, neighbor helping neighbor, stranger helping stranger - we've seen it perhaps more so than at any time, so vividly at least, ... (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Separately, the administration is expected to ask for authority to spend $6 billion in disaster relief for FEMA more quickly, the administration officials and a senior House GOP leadership aide said. He has pledged $1 million in personal funds to Harvey relief efforts. He also says no routine sweeps will be conducted in emergency shelters. "Friend helping friend, neighbor helping neighbor, stranger helping stranger - we've seen it perhaps more so than at any time, so vividly at least, ... (more...)
Bofors case to reopen, Supreme Court will hear plea in October
- September 02, 2017
Agrawal had moved the court in 2005 challenging a Delhi High Court order quashing the CBI case against the three Hinduja brothers in the Bofors case. It was accepted by the apex court on October 18, 2005. The December 1, 2016 hearing had taken place after a gap of nearly six years since August 12, 2010. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Agrawal had moved the court in 2005 challenging a Delhi High Court order quashing the CBI case against the three Hinduja brothers in the Bofors case. It was accepted by the apex court on October 18, 2005. The December 1, 2016 hearing had taken place after a gap of nearly six years since August 12, 2010. (more...)
Area rescue groups ready to help animals in Harvey disaster
- September 02, 2017
We don't have to hold them here because they don't belong to anyone right now. Health conditions of all of the dogs are unknown, according to the Maryland SPCA , but some appear to have heartworms or non-contagious but serious diseases that need to be treated. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
We don't have to hold them here because they don't belong to anyone right now. Health conditions of all of the dogs are unknown, according to the Maryland SPCA , but some appear to have heartworms or non-contagious but serious diseases that need to be treated. (more...)
Brush fire closes 210 Freeway in Sun Valley area
- September 02, 2017
The blaze broke out for unknown reasons about 1:25 p.m. near the 10800 block of La Tuna Canyon Road, just south of the Foothill (210) Freeway, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. The fire could potentially reach up to 2,000 acres with the fire jumping the 210, according to an earlier update from the LAFD. The California Highway Patrol issued a SigAlert about 2:20 p.m., saying lanes were closed in both directions at La Tuna Canyon Road. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
The blaze broke out for unknown reasons about 1:25 p.m. near the 10800 block of La Tuna Canyon Road, just south of the Foothill (210) Freeway, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. The fire could potentially reach up to 2,000 acres with the fire jumping the 210, according to an earlier update from the LAFD. The California Highway Patrol issued a SigAlert about 2:20 p.m., saying lanes were closed in both directions at La Tuna Canyon Road. (more...)
Jonathon Simmons Details Escape From Hurricane Harvey
- September 02, 2017
Regular folks, National Basketball Association players. One of the people he rescued? "I had bought all of these air mattresses and covers and blankets and food and water for everybody", Simmons added. "We still had to ride a boat, walk through muddy water and ride on the back of a dumpster truck for like five miles". It was insane, " Simmons recalled. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Regular folks, National Basketball Association players. One of the people he rescued? "I had bought all of these air mattresses and covers and blankets and food and water for everybody", Simmons added. "We still had to ride a boat, walk through muddy water and ride on the back of a dumpster truck for like five miles". It was insane, " Simmons recalled. (more...)
Controversial Indian 'god man' sentenced to 10 years
- September 02, 2017
The special court of India's Central Bureau of Investigation delivered the sentence near New Delhi on Monday. In addition, he has also been slapped with a fine of Rs 14 lakh and Rs 15 lakh in two rape cases, resepectively. There were initial reports of a 10-year sentence but his lawyers confirmed the sentencing was of consecutive, not concurrent, terms. While the defence (sect) counsel had argued for minimum punishment for the disgraced sect chief saying that he was a social worker and ... (more...)
- September 02, 2017
The special court of India's Central Bureau of Investigation delivered the sentence near New Delhi on Monday. In addition, he has also been slapped with a fine of Rs 14 lakh and Rs 15 lakh in two rape cases, resepectively. There were initial reports of a 10-year sentence but his lawyers confirmed the sentencing was of consecutive, not concurrent, terms. While the defence (sect) counsel had argued for minimum punishment for the disgraced sect chief saying that he was a social worker and ... (more...)
North Korea's Kim Jong-Un Has Third Child
- September 02, 2017
Both the House and Senate are expected to receive a briefing next week on North Korea and Afghanistan from top Trump administration national security officials, according to three congressional sources. The missile landed harmlessly in the ocean. In 2013, Mr. Trump questioned the financial relationship between South Korea and the United States for protection from North Korea. (more...)
- September 02, 2017
Both the House and Senate are expected to receive a briefing next week on North Korea and Afghanistan from top Trump administration national security officials, according to three congressional sources. The missile landed harmlessly in the ocean. In 2013, Mr. Trump questioned the financial relationship between South Korea and the United States for protection from North Korea. (more...)
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...)
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