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Dubai firm buys major share in iconic NY hotel
- May 07, 2018
The years-in-the-making deal, first reported by The Real Deal , is slated to close June 25. Mr. Hakim did not immediately respond to a request for comment. He also married his second wife, Marla Maples, there. The buyer, Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, still owns 25 percent of the hotel. A previous owner, Elad Group, controlled by Israeli billionaire Yitzhak Tshuva, converted part of the Plaza to condominiums. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The years-in-the-making deal, first reported by The Real Deal , is slated to close June 25. Mr. Hakim did not immediately respond to a request for comment. He also married his second wife, Marla Maples, there. The buyer, Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, still owns 25 percent of the hotel. A previous owner, Elad Group, controlled by Israeli billionaire Yitzhak Tshuva, converted part of the Plaza to condominiums. (more...)
Sonam Kapoor's wedding festivities kick off with star-studded mehndi
- May 07, 2018
Sonam and Anand will get married in a traditional Sikh ceremony on May 8. In one photograph, Sonam is seen surrounded by four women, including Bollywood's "henna queen" Veena Nagda, as they draw out customary designs on the Veere Di Wedding actress' hand and feet. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
Sonam and Anand will get married in a traditional Sikh ceremony on May 8. In one photograph, Sonam is seen surrounded by four women, including Bollywood's "henna queen" Veena Nagda, as they draw out customary designs on the Veere Di Wedding actress' hand and feet. (more...)
Former Uttar Pradesh chief ministers can't stay in official bungalows: SC
- May 07, 2018
While striking down the UP govt's law granting permanent residential accommodation to former CMs, Supreme Court said, Section 4 (3) of UP Ministers (salaries, allowances & miscellaneous provisions) Act, 2016 is unconstitutional, reported ANI. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
While striking down the UP govt's law granting permanent residential accommodation to former CMs, Supreme Court said, Section 4 (3) of UP Ministers (salaries, allowances & miscellaneous provisions) Act, 2016 is unconstitutional, reported ANI. (more...)
Venkaiah Naidu's rejection of CJI impeachment motion politically motivated: 2 Congress MPs
- May 07, 2018
The MPs have claimed in their petition that once the initiation of removal motion is signed by the requisite number of MPs, the Vice-President has no option but shall constitute an Inquiry Committee to investigate the allegations against the CJI Dipak Misra . (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The MPs have claimed in their petition that once the initiation of removal motion is signed by the requisite number of MPs, the Vice-President has no option but shall constitute an Inquiry Committee to investigate the allegations against the CJI Dipak Misra . (more...)
Gurugram auto crash: 2 dead, woman pilot fights for life
- May 07, 2018
The accident took place around 5 am. Front part of this white Swift DZire looked badly sporadically following the crash. According to the police, at around 5.30 in the morning, the Swift Dzire had just entered the underpass when a Scorpio came from the wrong direction and hit the auto with great force. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The accident took place around 5 am. Front part of this white Swift DZire looked badly sporadically following the crash. According to the police, at around 5.30 in the morning, the Swift Dzire had just entered the underpass when a Scorpio came from the wrong direction and hit the auto with great force. (more...)
Egypt says Tutankhamun's tomb has no secret chambers after all
- May 07, 2018
The secretary general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, Mostafa Waziri, has announced that after extensive research, there are no hidden walls as had been suspected , reports NBC News . In 2014 the beard attached to the ancient Egyptian monarch's golden mask was accidentally knocked off and hastily reattached with an epoxy glue compound, sparking uproar among archaeologists. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The secretary general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, Mostafa Waziri, has announced that after extensive research, there are no hidden walls as had been suspected , reports NBC News . In 2014 the beard attached to the ancient Egyptian monarch's golden mask was accidentally knocked off and hastily reattached with an epoxy glue compound, sparking uproar among archaeologists. (more...)
Hawaii Might Ban Over 3500 Sunscreen Products To Protect Its Coral Reefs
- May 07, 2018
The scholarly journal Nature noted that other reef scientists were unsure that banning sunscreens would have a big impact. If signed by that state's governor, Senate Bill 2571 will ban the sale of over the counter sunscreen with oxybenzone and octinoxate . (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The scholarly journal Nature noted that other reef scientists were unsure that banning sunscreens would have a big impact. If signed by that state's governor, Senate Bill 2571 will ban the sale of over the counter sunscreen with oxybenzone and octinoxate . (more...)
Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor and Karan Johar attend Raazi special screening
- May 07, 2018
So far in the trailer, Alia looked quite promising in this Meghna Gulzar directorial. So what made Meghna rope in Alia for the role of Sehmat? About Alia's choice of films, Soni says, "She doesn't come to me with her scripts and I am happy and proud of her choice of films". (more...)
- May 07, 2018
So far in the trailer, Alia looked quite promising in this Meghna Gulzar directorial. So what made Meghna rope in Alia for the role of Sehmat? About Alia's choice of films, Soni says, "She doesn't come to me with her scripts and I am happy and proud of her choice of films". (more...)
One-sided Hudson River Derby has NYCFC's Vieira fuming — MLS Focus
- May 07, 2018
The Red Bulls thoroughly dominated New York City FC on Saturday afternoon, perfectly using their vaunted high press to mercilessly suffocate the life out of their arch-nemesis in a 4-0 rout. Wright-Philips went up for a header unchallenged and scored. NYCFC came with out more punch in the second half, mostly trying to create the overload on the right side of the field, but to no avail since the Red Bulls wouldn't allow NYCFC to penetrate centrally. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The Red Bulls thoroughly dominated New York City FC on Saturday afternoon, perfectly using their vaunted high press to mercilessly suffocate the life out of their arch-nemesis in a 4-0 rout. Wright-Philips went up for a header unchallenged and scored. NYCFC came with out more punch in the second half, mostly trying to create the overload on the right side of the field, but to no avail since the Red Bulls wouldn't allow NYCFC to penetrate centrally. (more...)
Miracle recovery: Boy revives after parents decide to donate his organs
- May 07, 2018
Trenton was able to throw his friend's 4-year-old niece out of the trailer and to safety but Trenton was thrown to the pavement, where he struck his head. But just a day before doctors were set to end Trenton's life support, he showed signs of cognition, and now he's slowly going through recovery. McKinley told WALA he also believes he was in heaven before he woke up. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
Trenton was able to throw his friend's 4-year-old niece out of the trailer and to safety but Trenton was thrown to the pavement, where he struck his head. But just a day before doctors were set to end Trenton's life support, he showed signs of cognition, and now he's slowly going through recovery. McKinley told WALA he also believes he was in heaven before he woke up. (more...)
Cops just found this missing woman's vehicle with a body inside
- May 07, 2018
The vehicle of a Paterson woman who went missing in December was found on Sunday with a body inside, the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office said. In a statement, the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office said authorities have not yet positively identified the body found inside Shanaya Coley's auto, which was parked in the lot of a garden apartment complex in the 200 block of Marion Street in Paterson. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The vehicle of a Paterson woman who went missing in December was found on Sunday with a body inside, the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office said. In a statement, the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office said authorities have not yet positively identified the body found inside Shanaya Coley's auto, which was parked in the lot of a garden apartment complex in the 200 block of Marion Street in Paterson. (more...)
Harvick wins 2nd stage at Dover
- May 07, 2018
Harvick swept the first two stages and easily chased down SHR teammate Clint Bowyer in the third for the lead after a 41-minute delay. Finishing third was Daniel Suarez of Joe Gibbs Racing. Several drivers - including Denny Hamlin , Erik Jones and Ryan Newman - ran out of fuel just as the first 120-lap stage came to an end. It was one of most dominant Dover performances of Harvick's career. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
Harvick swept the first two stages and easily chased down SHR teammate Clint Bowyer in the third for the lead after a 41-minute delay. Finishing third was Daniel Suarez of Joe Gibbs Racing. Several drivers - including Denny Hamlin , Erik Jones and Ryan Newman - ran out of fuel just as the first 120-lap stage came to an end. It was one of most dominant Dover performances of Harvick's career. (more...)
Robert Mueller team questions Trump friend Tom Barrack
- May 07, 2018
Barrack was the person who introduced Trump to Manafort , and Gates worked under Barrack on the inaugural committee. Ellis suggested Mueller's team was simply trying to put pressure on Manafort "to sing" and reveal information about President Donald Trump . (more...)
- May 07, 2018
Barrack was the person who introduced Trump to Manafort , and Gates worked under Barrack on the inaugural committee. Ellis suggested Mueller's team was simply trying to put pressure on Manafort "to sing" and reveal information about President Donald Trump . (more...)
North Korea: US pressure not behind denuclearization
- May 07, 2018
The North's official KCNA news agency said that Washington was "misleading public opinion" by claiming the denuclearisation pledge was the result of sanctions and other pressure. North Korea said on Sunday that the United States is continuing its sanctions and pressure and military threats against North Korea, warning that these acts will not help resolve issues. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The North's official KCNA news agency said that Washington was "misleading public opinion" by claiming the denuclearisation pledge was the result of sanctions and other pressure. North Korea said on Sunday that the United States is continuing its sanctions and pressure and military threats against North Korea, warning that these acts will not help resolve issues. (more...)
Charlottesville's Habitat for Humanity Kicks off National Women Build Week
- May 07, 2018
By that time, McArdle has to complete 400 hours of "sweat equity", whether that be financial training courses or time on the ground actually building her home. "I just think it's an awesome experience to do". "Normally I've seen people hang siding and I'm like, 'how can they ever do that?' but when someone breaks it down, explains it to you, shows you the parts and pieces, what needs to happen, it's like, well this probably wouldn't be that hard to do on your own", Lacenski finishes. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
By that time, McArdle has to complete 400 hours of "sweat equity", whether that be financial training courses or time on the ground actually building her home. "I just think it's an awesome experience to do". "Normally I've seen people hang siding and I'm like, 'how can they ever do that?' but when someone breaks it down, explains it to you, shows you the parts and pieces, what needs to happen, it's like, well this probably wouldn't be that hard to do on your own", Lacenski finishes. (more...)
BYU Cougars vs. UCLA Bruins, NCAA volleyball semifinals
- May 07, 2018
Entering the NCAA Championship as the top seed but still having to advance through the elimination bracket, the UCLA Bruins finished off an incredible season with the program's first-ever national title after beating Florida State in the title match on Sunday afternoon. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
Entering the NCAA Championship as the top seed but still having to advance through the elimination bracket, the UCLA Bruins finished off an incredible season with the program's first-ever national title after beating Florida State in the title match on Sunday afternoon. (more...)
Park victorious at rain-hit Texas Shootout
- May 07, 2018
The 20-year-old Olympian from Bangalore, three times a victor on the Ladies European Tour, completed a 66 to grab the early clubhouse lead. "I knew it was a pretty important shot", Park said through a translator. She finished 90 minutes before the tournament ended because groupings were not changed from the opening round. Thailand's Ariya Jutanugarn and South Korea Kim Sei-young shared fourth with South Korean Jenny Shin and India's Aditi Ashok on 135. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
The 20-year-old Olympian from Bangalore, three times a victor on the Ladies European Tour, completed a 66 to grab the early clubhouse lead. "I knew it was a pretty important shot", Park said through a translator. She finished 90 minutes before the tournament ended because groupings were not changed from the opening round. Thailand's Ariya Jutanugarn and South Korea Kim Sei-young shared fourth with South Korean Jenny Shin and India's Aditi Ashok on 135. (more...)
Nunes threatens Sessions over classified Russian Federation materials
- May 07, 2018
Currently, Nunes' committee is investigating allegations that the Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation violated the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act during Trump's presidential campaign, reported Fox News . House Majority Whip Steve Scalise, Republican of Louisiana, expressed support for Nunes on " Fox and Friends ". Although the intelligence panel sent Sessions a letter seeking specified documents two weeks ago followed by a subpoena last week, Nunes said both ... (more...)
- May 07, 2018
Currently, Nunes' committee is investigating allegations that the Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation violated the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act during Trump's presidential campaign, reported Fox News . House Majority Whip Steve Scalise, Republican of Louisiana, expressed support for Nunes on " Fox and Friends ". Although the intelligence panel sent Sessions a letter seeking specified documents two weeks ago followed by a subpoena last week, Nunes said both ... (more...)
IMD alert for northern India: More storms coming over next two days
- May 07, 2018
All 418 schools, including 58 private schools, in Panchkula will remain closed on May 7 and May 8. Storm alert has also been issued for Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi. The central government's advisory said that thunderstorms, accompanied with gusty winds , were very likely in Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura and Karnataka. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
All 418 schools, including 58 private schools, in Panchkula will remain closed on May 7 and May 8. Storm alert has also been issued for Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi. The central government's advisory said that thunderstorms, accompanied with gusty winds , were very likely in Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura and Karnataka. (more...)
Equipo de Trump llega a China para evitar guerra comercial
- May 07, 2018
Estados Unidos lleva a la mesa de conversaciones la petición de reducir en 100.000 millones de dólares el déficit en las relaciones comerciales con China , exigencia que varios responsables chinos consideran un objetivo "imposible" y espera obtener además una mayor apertura del mercado chino a sus productos. (more...)
- May 07, 2018
Estados Unidos lleva a la mesa de conversaciones la petición de reducir en 100.000 millones de dólares el déficit en las relaciones comerciales con China , exigencia que varios responsables chinos consideran un objetivo "imposible" y espera obtener además una mayor apertura del mercado chino a sus productos. (more...)
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