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Taliban attacks Farah city in west Afghanistan
- May 15, 2018
Attahullah Khogyani, the spokesman for the governor of Nangarhar province, said a suicide auto bomb exploded outside the building, which belongs to the provincial finance directorate. Security forces were able to rescue around 50 employees stuck in the building during the attack, he added. In recent months, Farah province has been the site of many battles between Afghan security forces and Taliban insurgents. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Attahullah Khogyani, the spokesman for the governor of Nangarhar province, said a suicide auto bomb exploded outside the building, which belongs to the provincial finance directorate. Security forces were able to rescue around 50 employees stuck in the building during the attack, he added. In recent months, Farah province has been the site of many battles between Afghan security forces and Taliban insurgents. (more...)
Specialty Optical Fibers Sales Market Outlook 2024, Global Opportunity & Growth Analysis
- May 15, 2018
Several analytical tools such as feasibility, investment return, and Hydroxytyrosol market attractiveness analysis have been utilized to provide a complete picture of the developments of the global market for Hydroxytyrosol, determining important market strategies, which are likely to pay off in the long run. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Several analytical tools such as feasibility, investment return, and Hydroxytyrosol market attractiveness analysis have been utilized to provide a complete picture of the developments of the global market for Hydroxytyrosol, determining important market strategies, which are likely to pay off in the long run. (more...)
Russian Senators Accuse US of Attempting to Keep Putin From the Presidency
- May 15, 2018
The countries attempted to "discredit Putin's own personality; his foreign and domestic policy both within Russian Federation and around the world, and to split the president's team, including his long-time friends and colleagues", Klimov said. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
The countries attempted to "discredit Putin's own personality; his foreign and domestic policy both within Russian Federation and around the world, and to split the president's team, including his long-time friends and colleagues", Klimov said. (more...)
Iran's Zarif: Good, substantive talks with Russia, China on nuclear deal
- May 15, 2018
During his visit to the Belgian capital, Zarif will hold talks with his British, German, and French counterparts as well as EU's Mogherini on the future of the nuclear deal. Even if the United States desire to renegotiate a new deal is actualised-a prospect Iran has dismissed-it is unlikely a new agreement could be reached soon (the original deal took 12 years of talks). (more...)
- May 15, 2018
During his visit to the Belgian capital, Zarif will hold talks with his British, German, and French counterparts as well as EU's Mogherini on the future of the nuclear deal. Even if the United States desire to renegotiate a new deal is actualised-a prospect Iran has dismissed-it is unlikely a new agreement could be reached soon (the original deal took 12 years of talks). (more...)
Top House Republican backs opening Pennsylvania primaries to independent voters
- May 15, 2018
Saturday, May 19, and 9 a.m. -8 p.m. Monday, May 21, for voter registration and ballot issuance. Those who decide to vote at their assigned polling place should bring their mail ballot with them to give to poll workers. In Pueblo county, the unaffiliated voter population amounts to 30,514 voters. Two of the top three Democratic candidates claimed the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee tried to dissuade them running . (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Saturday, May 19, and 9 a.m. -8 p.m. Monday, May 21, for voter registration and ballot issuance. Those who decide to vote at their assigned polling place should bring their mail ballot with them to give to poll workers. In Pueblo county, the unaffiliated voter population amounts to 30,514 voters. Two of the top three Democratic candidates claimed the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee tried to dissuade them running . (more...)
Prosecutors drop case against Greitens, seek special prosecutor to refile
- May 15, 2018
The St. Louis circuit attorney's office abruptly dropped an invasion-of-privacy charge Monday against Greitens after the third day of jury selection for his trial. The woman, who has not been identified, was captured on a secretly recorded tape telling her then-husband that Mr. Greitens had blindfolded her, torn off her shirt and trousers and taken a photo without her consent. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
The St. Louis circuit attorney's office abruptly dropped an invasion-of-privacy charge Monday against Greitens after the third day of jury selection for his trial. The woman, who has not been identified, was captured on a secretly recorded tape telling her then-husband that Mr. Greitens had blindfolded her, torn off her shirt and trousers and taken a photo without her consent. (more...)
Dismantling of North Korea nuclear site 'well under way': US monitor
- May 15, 2018
The detainees' release came ahead of a historic summit between Trump and Kim on June 12. Carla Gleason said on Sunday. "The returnees have been reunited with their families. The three men said they thank Trump and the American people for bringing them home. After Saturday's announcement, President TrumpDonald John TrumpRomney denounces pastor slated to speak at U.S. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
The detainees' release came ahead of a historic summit between Trump and Kim on June 12. Carla Gleason said on Sunday. "The returnees have been reunited with their families. The three men said they thank Trump and the American people for bringing them home. After Saturday's announcement, President TrumpDonald John TrumpRomney denounces pastor slated to speak at U.S. (more...)
Abe seeks successive talks with Trump around US-N. Korea summit
- May 15, 2018
Thae Yong-ho, the former diplomat who kept a low profile during the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, told reporters in Seoul Monday the North Korean leader is more likely to opt for "sufficient, verifiable and irreversible denuclearization ", rather than complete, verifiable and irreversible denuclearization, or CVID. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Thae Yong-ho, the former diplomat who kept a low profile during the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, told reporters in Seoul Monday the North Korean leader is more likely to opt for "sufficient, verifiable and irreversible denuclearization ", rather than complete, verifiable and irreversible denuclearization, or CVID. (more...)
Pence Celebrates Opening of Embassy in Jerusalem: 'America Stands With Israel'
- May 15, 2018
Venezuela also rejected Washington's decision to move the USA embassy to Jerusalem , which the foreign ministry labeled "contrary to International Right Law" and "undermining the efforts to find a peaceful solution". He also said the administration of US President Donald Trump bore "responsibility for the blood of Palestinian martyrs". "Without President Trump's determination, resolve and courage, we would not be here today". (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Venezuela also rejected Washington's decision to move the USA embassy to Jerusalem , which the foreign ministry labeled "contrary to International Right Law" and "undermining the efforts to find a peaceful solution". He also said the administration of US President Donald Trump bore "responsibility for the blood of Palestinian martyrs". "Without President Trump's determination, resolve and courage, we would not be here today". (more...)
Plane's cockpit window ripped out at 32000ft to force emergency landing
- May 15, 2018
Suddenly, the windshield just cracked and made a loud bang. "The next thing I know, my co-pilot had been sucked halfway out of the window", Liu Chuanjian was quoted as saying by Reuters . "When we finally landed, some of the women were in tears", he said. The co-pilot, who was wearing a seatbelt, was fortunately pulled back in, only suffering scratches and a sprained wrist, the Civil Aviation Administration of China said, while another cabin crew member was also injured in the descent. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Suddenly, the windshield just cracked and made a loud bang. "The next thing I know, my co-pilot had been sucked halfway out of the window", Liu Chuanjian was quoted as saying by Reuters . "When we finally landed, some of the women were in tears", he said. The co-pilot, who was wearing a seatbelt, was fortunately pulled back in, only suffering scratches and a sprained wrist, the Civil Aviation Administration of China said, while another cabin crew member was also injured in the descent. (more...)
Invasion-of-Privacy Charge Dropped Against Missouri Gov. Greitens
- May 15, 2018
The St. Louis circuit attorney's office said it still plans to pursue the case, either through a special prosecutor or an appointed assistant. Defense attorney Scott Rosenblum said the prosecution's case was filled with misconduct. An investigation by a bipartisan state legislative committee controlled by Greitens's Republican Party found the woman credible and released a report claiming Greitens had "coerced", threatened and struck the woman. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
The St. Louis circuit attorney's office said it still plans to pursue the case, either through a special prosecutor or an appointed assistant. Defense attorney Scott Rosenblum said the prosecution's case was filled with misconduct. An investigation by a bipartisan state legislative committee controlled by Greitens's Republican Party found the woman credible and released a report claiming Greitens had "coerced", threatened and struck the woman. (more...)
Small quake shakes buildings in Oakland, California
- May 15, 2018
Geological Survey, the Hayward Fault presents the biggest natural disaster danger in the Bay Area. USGS, reported the natural disaster was along the Hayward fault line. If you were watching the Giants game at AT7T Park, you saw the camera shake. The Reuters news agency reports that were no immediate signs of damage or injury. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Geological Survey, the Hayward Fault presents the biggest natural disaster danger in the Bay Area. USGS, reported the natural disaster was along the Hayward fault line. If you were watching the Giants game at AT7T Park, you saw the camera shake. The Reuters news agency reports that were no immediate signs of damage or injury. (more...)
Gov. Rauner Proposes Reinstating Death Penalty
- May 15, 2018
Death penalty murder suspects would have to be convicted by juries "beyond all doubt" - not just 'beyond a reasonable doubt'. Gov. Rauner plans to veto legislation that would require gun retailers to be licensed by the state of IL. He also wants to let schools use sales tax money to hire resource officers or mental health workers. "There are plenty of cases where there's no doubt who's guilty", Rauner said at his news conference. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Death penalty murder suspects would have to be convicted by juries "beyond all doubt" - not just 'beyond a reasonable doubt'. Gov. Rauner plans to veto legislation that would require gun retailers to be licensed by the state of IL. He also wants to let schools use sales tax money to hire resource officers or mental health workers. "There are plenty of cases where there's no doubt who's guilty", Rauner said at his news conference. (more...)
Elizabeth May, Kennedy Stewart criminally charged over pipeline protest
- May 15, 2018
Some have already been criminally charged, but special prosecutors were brought in to handle May and Stewart's cases to "avoid any significant potential for real or perceived improper influence in the administration of justice", the B.C. Crown spokesperson Dan McLaughlin said that Stewart pleaded guilty in court on Monday morning. "But I will continue to push to stop this pipeline, which I think is a very bad project". (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Some have already been criminally charged, but special prosecutors were brought in to handle May and Stewart's cases to "avoid any significant potential for real or perceived improper influence in the administration of justice", the B.C. Crown spokesperson Dan McLaughlin said that Stewart pleaded guilty in court on Monday morning. "But I will continue to push to stop this pipeline, which I think is a very bad project". (more...)
More Fissures From Hawaii Volcano Threaten Residences
- May 15, 2018
The agency said one "unidentified structure" was destroyed by the new vent, bringing the total number of homes and other buildings lost to the lava to almost 40. "It's optimistic to think that this is the last fissure we're going to see", said Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Deputy Scientist-In-Charge Scientist Steve Brantley, adding that a similar seismic event in 1955 lasted 88 days. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
The agency said one "unidentified structure" was destroyed by the new vent, bringing the total number of homes and other buildings lost to the lava to almost 40. "It's optimistic to think that this is the last fissure we're going to see", said Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Deputy Scientist-In-Charge Scientist Steve Brantley, adding that a similar seismic event in 1955 lasted 88 days. (more...)
Keyless cars blamed for dozens of carbon monoxide deaths
- May 15, 2018
At least 45 others have been injured and some of them have been left with brain damage. While automakers have installed warning systems into their keyless-ignition vehicles voluntarily, there is no universal standard among the systems. Some of the deaths have resulted from drivers exiting their cars without realizing they're running . The auto industry opposed the rule and the agency has yet to follow through with any regulations, reports Fox News . (more...)
- May 15, 2018
At least 45 others have been injured and some of them have been left with brain damage. While automakers have installed warning systems into their keyless-ignition vehicles voluntarily, there is no universal standard among the systems. Some of the deaths have resulted from drivers exiting their cars without realizing they're running . The auto industry opposed the rule and the agency has yet to follow through with any regulations, reports Fox News . (more...)
Atiku Storms Calabar, Reiterates 40% Participation Of Youths In His Administration
- May 15, 2018
Under the PDP administration from 1999 - 2007, Atiku implemented a program of liberalization in areas including telecoms sector which saw a surge in the economy. The former vice president, however, is arguably the only northern politician, as of now, who can challenge Buhari if the brewing powerplay works in his favour. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Under the PDP administration from 1999 - 2007, Atiku implemented a program of liberalization in areas including telecoms sector which saw a surge in the economy. The former vice president, however, is arguably the only northern politician, as of now, who can challenge Buhari if the brewing powerplay works in his favour. (more...)
Missing Commonwealth Games athletes' visas expire at midnight
- May 15, 2018
Eight visiting Cameroon athletes - one third of their entire team - fled the Commonwealth Games in Brisbane a few weeks ago , leaving in "three waves" over three consecutive nights. On Monday afternoon, Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton said "enforcement action" would start "almost straight away" in relation to any Commonwealth Games athletes who overstayed their visa. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Eight visiting Cameroon athletes - one third of their entire team - fled the Commonwealth Games in Brisbane a few weeks ago , leaving in "three waves" over three consecutive nights. On Monday afternoon, Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton said "enforcement action" would start "almost straight away" in relation to any Commonwealth Games athletes who overstayed their visa. (more...)
Parents charged after 10 children "rescued from awful living conditions"
- May 15, 2018
Greg Hurlbut. The Fairfield Police Department is expected to release more information later Monday. According to the police department, officers returned a missing child to a home on Fieldstone Court on March 31. Allen was arrested after specialists conducted interviews with the children, Hurlbut said. Jonathan Allen, a father of eight of the children, was charged with seven counts of torture and nine counts of felony child abuse, by the Solano County District Attorney's Office. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Greg Hurlbut. The Fairfield Police Department is expected to release more information later Monday. According to the police department, officers returned a missing child to a home on Fieldstone Court on March 31. Allen was arrested after specialists conducted interviews with the children, Hurlbut said. Jonathan Allen, a father of eight of the children, was charged with seven counts of torture and nine counts of felony child abuse, by the Solano County District Attorney's Office. (more...)
'Click It or Ticket' Seat Belt Enforcement Begins
- May 15, 2018
Basinger, director, Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Patrol. "Buckling up is such a simple task that can keep you and your family safe in the vehicle", said Sheriff Scott Kent "But it's more than that". At night from 6 p.m.to 5:59 a.m., that number soared to 56 percent of those killed. During "Click It or Ticket", law enforcement adopts a zero-tolerance approach toward violators. (more...)
- May 15, 2018
Basinger, director, Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Patrol. "Buckling up is such a simple task that can keep you and your family safe in the vehicle", said Sheriff Scott Kent "But it's more than that". At night from 6 p.m.to 5:59 a.m., that number soared to 56 percent of those killed. During "Click It or Ticket", law enforcement adopts a zero-tolerance approach toward violators. (more...)
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