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Pulwama Encounter Concludes in J&K; CRPF Jawan Killed, Terrorists Escape
- May 12, 2018
One personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) who had been injured in the encounter has succumbed to his injuries, as reported by news agency ANI. The area has been cordoned off by security forces, the sources said. However militants taking advantage of the darkness fled from the spot. The latest gunfight comes days after five terrorists including Hizbul Mujahideen militant Saddam Padder, was gunned down by the security forces in Shopian encounter in Jammu and Kashmir. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
One personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) who had been injured in the encounter has succumbed to his injuries, as reported by news agency ANI. The area has been cordoned off by security forces, the sources said. However militants taking advantage of the darkness fled from the spot. The latest gunfight comes days after five terrorists including Hizbul Mujahideen militant Saddam Padder, was gunned down by the security forces in Shopian encounter in Jammu and Kashmir. (more...)
Theresa May told ministers to get 'hands on' over customs dispute
- May 12, 2018
One will consider the Brexiteers' favoured " maximum facilitation " - or " max fac " - solution, based on the use of technology to minimise the need for customs checks once the United Kingdom is outside the EU. The chair of the European Research Group of Tory Eurosceptics, Jacob Rees-Mogg, who has previously described the customs partnership as "cretinous", said that Mr Johnson had "hit the nail on the head". (more...)
- May 12, 2018
One will consider the Brexiteers' favoured " maximum facilitation " - or " max fac " - solution, based on the use of technology to minimise the need for customs checks once the United Kingdom is outside the EU. The chair of the European Research Group of Tory Eurosceptics, Jacob Rees-Mogg, who has previously described the customs partnership as "cretinous", said that Mr Johnson had "hit the nail on the head". (more...)
Iran says Syria has every right to defend itself against Israel
- May 12, 2018
Iran's Foreign Ministry strongly condemned Israel's attacks and called it a blatant violation of Syria's sovereignty . A hard-line Iranian cleric threatened his country would retaliate if Israel "does anything foolish". Speaking on a tour of the Golan Heights, the minister, Avigdor Lieberman, told Assad to beware especially of Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran's Quds Force, the branch of its Revolutionary Guards that oversees operations outside Iran's borders. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
Iran's Foreign Ministry strongly condemned Israel's attacks and called it a blatant violation of Syria's sovereignty . A hard-line Iranian cleric threatened his country would retaliate if Israel "does anything foolish". Speaking on a tour of the Golan Heights, the minister, Avigdor Lieberman, told Assad to beware especially of Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran's Quds Force, the branch of its Revolutionary Guards that oversees operations outside Iran's borders. (more...)
US Air Force jets intercept 2 Russian bombers off Alaska coast
- May 12, 2018
The approach by the two Tupolev Tu-95 Russian "Bear" aircraft marked the first time in just over a year that Russian bombers had flown that close to US territory. American fighter jets carried out accompanying operation, while the Russian planes did not leave the customs area. The last time American fighter jets carried out the identification and interception of Russian aircraft in may past year. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
The approach by the two Tupolev Tu-95 Russian "Bear" aircraft marked the first time in just over a year that Russian bombers had flown that close to US territory. American fighter jets carried out accompanying operation, while the Russian planes did not leave the customs area. The last time American fighter jets carried out the identification and interception of Russian aircraft in may past year. (more...)
NY governor sued over NRA smear campaign
- May 12, 2018
The lawsuit alleges that the NRA has suffered millions of dollars in damages after Vullo and Cuomo encouraged NY banks and insurance companies to cut ties, according to Reuters . On May 2, Lockton Cos. On May 3, Breitbart News reported that NY declared NRA's Carry Guard program "illegal" and barred it from being marketed in the state. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
The lawsuit alleges that the NRA has suffered millions of dollars in damages after Vullo and Cuomo encouraged NY banks and insurance companies to cut ties, according to Reuters . On May 2, Lockton Cos. On May 3, Breitbart News reported that NY declared NRA's Carry Guard program "illegal" and barred it from being marketed in the state. (more...)
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's first post is emotional
- May 12, 2018
Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan finally made her debut on Instagram yesterday (11 May). Abhishek Bachchan , who definitely has an eye for pictures, required picture credit. A source told Pinkvilla: "Aishwarya is upset with the way her social media debut happened". This is not what she expected. She has clocked 100k followers on her Instagram handle. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan finally made her debut on Instagram yesterday (11 May). Abhishek Bachchan , who definitely has an eye for pictures, required picture credit. A source told Pinkvilla: "Aishwarya is upset with the way her social media debut happened". This is not what she expected. She has clocked 100k followers on her Instagram handle. (more...)
AT&T chief lobbyist out, says hiring Cohen was a 'big mistake'
- May 12, 2018
AT&T paid Cohen through the same company he used to funnel to the $130,000 payment he made to Stormy Daniels to keep her quiet about an alleged affair she had with Trump before the election. On Tuesday, it was revealed that Cohen had received a series of payments into his shell company, Essential Consulting, LLC. The payment to Ms. Clifford was the first known activity involving Essentials Consulting, a so-called shell company incorporated in DE by Mr. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
AT&T paid Cohen through the same company he used to funnel to the $130,000 payment he made to Stormy Daniels to keep her quiet about an alleged affair she had with Trump before the election. On Tuesday, it was revealed that Cohen had received a series of payments into his shell company, Essential Consulting, LLC. The payment to Ms. Clifford was the first known activity involving Essentials Consulting, a so-called shell company incorporated in DE by Mr. (more...)
Tax Prices lead to suspension of Baltimore's police leader
- May 12, 2018
De Sousa was appointed to the Baltimore PD's top post in January as part of an effort to reduce violence in the city, after the highest number of homicides in almost 20 years. Pugh, who appointed De Sousa commissioner in January after firing his predecessor, Kevin Davis, had said Thursday after the charges were unsealed that he retained her confidence and was "working to resolve this matter". (more...)
- May 12, 2018
De Sousa was appointed to the Baltimore PD's top post in January as part of an effort to reduce violence in the city, after the highest number of homicides in almost 20 years. Pugh, who appointed De Sousa commissioner in January after firing his predecessor, Kevin Davis, had said Thursday after the charges were unsealed that he retained her confidence and was "working to resolve this matter". (more...)
European Union says committed to Iran nuclear deal, will not reimpose sanctions
- May 12, 2018
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday he was pulling his country out of the 2015 accord, and his administration said it would revoke export licences needed by planemakers to sell commercial planes - which require US components - to Iran . (more...)
- May 12, 2018
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday he was pulling his country out of the 2015 accord, and his administration said it would revoke export licences needed by planemakers to sell commercial planes - which require US components - to Iran . (more...)
Malaysia's Mahathir becomes oldest elected leader in the world
- May 12, 2018
Mahathir and Najib were once allies but they clashed over a scandal around 1Malaysia Development Berhad, a state fund from which billions of dollars were allegedly siphoned off. He has consistently denied wrongdoing. At a news conference on Friday - a day after his historic election win - Mr Mahathir said the king "has indicated he is willing to pardon Datuk Seri Anwar immediately", using an honorific title. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
Mahathir and Najib were once allies but they clashed over a scandal around 1Malaysia Development Berhad, a state fund from which billions of dollars were allegedly siphoned off. He has consistently denied wrongdoing. At a news conference on Friday - a day after his historic election win - Mr Mahathir said the king "has indicated he is willing to pardon Datuk Seri Anwar immediately", using an honorific title. (more...)
Oklahoma gov vetoes bill allowing adults to carry guns without a permit
- May 12, 2018
In a statement sent Friday night, Governor Fallin said she does not believe the bill would restrict LGBTQ individuals and couples from fostering or adopting. "The influence on public security is unquantifiable", bureau Director Bob Ricks stated in a press release . The new-button concern of gun rights energizes Republican voters, significantly these in Republican primaries, stated Trebor Worthen, a Republican political strategist. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
In a statement sent Friday night, Governor Fallin said she does not believe the bill would restrict LGBTQ individuals and couples from fostering or adopting. "The influence on public security is unquantifiable", bureau Director Bob Ricks stated in a press release . The new-button concern of gun rights energizes Republican voters, significantly these in Republican primaries, stated Trebor Worthen, a Republican political strategist. (more...)
Two infants die after being left in hot vehicle
- May 12, 2018
Police are awaiting autopsy results from the medical examiner's office. "Upon our arrival there were two infants in cardiac arrest". Those sources said the child that died at the hospital was a boy, and the other child, who is in critical condition according to police, is a girl. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
Police are awaiting autopsy results from the medical examiner's office. "Upon our arrival there were two infants in cardiac arrest". Those sources said the child that died at the hospital was a boy, and the other child, who is in critical condition according to police, is a girl. (more...)
President Trump holds rally in Indiana on May 10, 2018
- May 12, 2018
And after congratulating businessman Mike Braun on his victory in Indiana's Republican Senate primary on Tuesday, he brought Braun onto the stage. "Mike Braun is a victor - great businessman, by the way". Attributing his North Korean breakthrough to tough-talking American strength, President Trump spoke , for the first time, about the three freed American hostages. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
And after congratulating businessman Mike Braun on his victory in Indiana's Republican Senate primary on Tuesday, he brought Braun onto the stage. "Mike Braun is a victor - great businessman, by the way". Attributing his North Korean breakthrough to tough-talking American strength, President Trump spoke , for the first time, about the three freed American hostages. (more...)
Hawaii volcano Kilauea: Explosive eruptions,
- May 12, 2018
And concerns emerged that the lava could get near the Puna Geothermal Plant, where flammable liquids are stored, CNN affiliate Hawaii News Now reported . A summit blast could also release steam and sulfur dioxide gas. But for 1,500 of its 2,500 years as an active volcano, Kilauea has been predominantly in "explosive eruption" phases. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
And concerns emerged that the lava could get near the Puna Geothermal Plant, where flammable liquids are stored, CNN affiliate Hawaii News Now reported . A summit blast could also release steam and sulfur dioxide gas. But for 1,500 of its 2,500 years as an active volcano, Kilauea has been predominantly in "explosive eruption" phases. (more...)
President Trump to meet with major automakers on Friday
- May 12, 2018
The auto industry wants to relax the federal fuel economy standards, but not so much that they provoke a legal fight with California, which has power to impose its own stricter tailpipe pollution limits. "NAFTA has been a terrible, awful disaster for this country and we'll see if we can make it reasonable", Trump told reporters. "Mexico and Canada, look, they don't like to lose the golden goose". (more...)
- May 12, 2018
The auto industry wants to relax the federal fuel economy standards, but not so much that they provoke a legal fight with California, which has power to impose its own stricter tailpipe pollution limits. "NAFTA has been a terrible, awful disaster for this country and we'll see if we can make it reasonable", Trump told reporters. "Mexico and Canada, look, they don't like to lose the golden goose". (more...)
China sends Su-35 fighter jets for island patrol
- May 12, 2018
In recent months, such drills from the PLA have become more common. The exercise featured such aircraft as the Xian H-6K bomber, Su-35 and J-11 fighters, the Shaanxi Y-8 transport plane, early warning aircraft Kj-2000 and Tu-154 electronic surveillance aircraft, but neither Taipei nor Beijing disclosed the number of aircraft involved. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
In recent months, such drills from the PLA have become more common. The exercise featured such aircraft as the Xian H-6K bomber, Su-35 and J-11 fighters, the Shaanxi Y-8 transport plane, early warning aircraft Kj-2000 and Tu-154 electronic surveillance aircraft, but neither Taipei nor Beijing disclosed the number of aircraft involved. (more...)
Singer Adele and Paul McCartney topped the lists of the richest musicians
- May 12, 2018
McCartney's growing riches is due to the royalties from the iconic group's back catalogue, whilst it's also been boosted by his wife Nancy Shevell's assets. In 2015, the 75-year-old musician started benefiting from a new deal which saw all 13 records by the band - which also featured Sir Ringo Star and the late John Lennon and George Harrison - made available on streaming services. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
McCartney's growing riches is due to the royalties from the iconic group's back catalogue, whilst it's also been boosted by his wife Nancy Shevell's assets. In 2015, the 75-year-old musician started benefiting from a new deal which saw all 13 records by the band - which also featured Sir Ringo Star and the late John Lennon and George Harrison - made available on streaming services. (more...)
12-year-old Queensland boy found after alleged abduction
- May 12, 2018
After an extensive search and public appeal, police found the boy in Grafton, NSW, shortly before 12.30pm on Saturday. However, detectives were still searching for the dark blue 2013 Jeep Compass with Queensland registration 760-TNH, which was linked to the boy's disappearance. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
After an extensive search and public appeal, police found the boy in Grafton, NSW, shortly before 12.30pm on Saturday. However, detectives were still searching for the dark blue 2013 Jeep Compass with Queensland registration 760-TNH, which was linked to the boy's disappearance. (more...)
Seattle Mariners vs. Detroit Tigers, 5/11/2018 Prediction & Odds
- May 12, 2018
Friday's starters Marco Gonzales and Matt Boyd for the M's and tigers respectively are expected to take the mound on Saturday. The Tigers are putting up 4.42 runs per game while allowing 4.64 per contest. The bullpen ranks 24th in the league with a 4.70 ERA. The Tigers are off a rough road trip and will be looking to get back on track here at home. The Mariners have been playing well of late and they are a solid 20-15 on the year, plus they have an advantage at the plate and in the pen. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
Friday's starters Marco Gonzales and Matt Boyd for the M's and tigers respectively are expected to take the mound on Saturday. The Tigers are putting up 4.42 runs per game while allowing 4.64 per contest. The bullpen ranks 24th in the league with a 4.70 ERA. The Tigers are off a rough road trip and will be looking to get back on track here at home. The Mariners have been playing well of late and they are a solid 20-15 on the year, plus they have an advantage at the plate and in the pen. (more...)
Trump 'fixer' Cohen now target of prosecutors
- May 12, 2018
Cohen likely faces significant criminal liability for his failure to properly register as a foreign agent", Stormy Daniels' attorney Michael Avenatti said . A spokesperson for Vekselberg, who is the biggest investor in Columbus Nova, said he had nothing to do with the decision to hire Essential Consulting. (more...)
- May 12, 2018
Cohen likely faces significant criminal liability for his failure to properly register as a foreign agent", Stormy Daniels' attorney Michael Avenatti said . A spokesperson for Vekselberg, who is the biggest investor in Columbus Nova, said he had nothing to do with the decision to hire Essential Consulting. (more...)
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