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Total poised to pull out of Iran's SP11 project without United States waiver
- May 16, 2018
Oil companies have been forced to reassess their investment plans in the OPEC producer, however, in the wake of the May 8 move by the U.S. to pull out of the global nuclear deal with Iran and re-impose sanctions on the country. Total said it could not afford to breach the looming USA sanctions against Iran due to its reliance on American banks and shareholders. US banks are involved in more than 90 percent of Total's financing operations, while USA shareholders represent more than 30 percent ... (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Oil companies have been forced to reassess their investment plans in the OPEC producer, however, in the wake of the May 8 move by the U.S. to pull out of the global nuclear deal with Iran and re-impose sanctions on the country. Total said it could not afford to breach the looming USA sanctions against Iran due to its reliance on American banks and shareholders. US banks are involved in more than 90 percent of Total's financing operations, while USA shareholders represent more than 30 percent ... (more...)
Tarbela Power Plant Fault Causes Blackouts in Punjab and KP
- May 16, 2018
Also, the capital city Islamabad was impacted by the power breakdown at Tarbela as Minister for Power Division Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari said power is being reinstated after various power plants tripped off in several provinces. Several operations were postponed, while medics were forced to conduct check-ups in Out Patient Departments (OPDs) in the dark. Sources said the offices of airlines, baggage handling and the Airport Security Force base camp, among other areas, were devoid of power. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Also, the capital city Islamabad was impacted by the power breakdown at Tarbela as Minister for Power Division Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari said power is being reinstated after various power plants tripped off in several provinces. Several operations were postponed, while medics were forced to conduct check-ups in Out Patient Departments (OPDs) in the dark. Sources said the offices of airlines, baggage handling and the Airport Security Force base camp, among other areas, were devoid of power. (more...)
#BREAKING: Shooting at Dixon High School; one in custody
- May 16, 2018
A subject brought a gun to Dixon High School and was shot by a school resource officer this morning, according to a media release sent by City Manager Danny Langloss. They must have an ID to pick up their child. His injuries are expected to be non-life-threatening. Dixon High School and all Dixon Public Schools are on lockdown. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
A subject brought a gun to Dixon High School and was shot by a school resource officer this morning, according to a media release sent by City Manager Danny Langloss. They must have an ID to pick up their child. His injuries are expected to be non-life-threatening. Dixon High School and all Dixon Public Schools are on lockdown. (more...)
Northern Ireland unemployment rate hits record low
- May 16, 2018
The rise in the Northern Ireland rate comes as the United Kingdom recorded the highest level of employment since records began of 75.6 per cent. Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn said: "The rise in the employment rate is welcome news and shows that despite the challenging economic conditions facing us as a result of Brexit, our economy and jobs market remains strong". (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The rise in the Northern Ireland rate comes as the United Kingdom recorded the highest level of employment since records began of 75.6 per cent. Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn said: "The rise in the employment rate is welcome news and shows that despite the challenging economic conditions facing us as a result of Brexit, our economy and jobs market remains strong". (more...)
Simona Halep demolishes Naomi Osaka to reach Italian Open thrid round
- May 16, 2018
The 26-year-old Romanian is on a defense course to keep her WTA number 1 title and must do everything to get to the quarter-finals of the tournament at least to maintain her ranking. Today it was all about Halep, who saved all six break points she faced and took charge on the return as well, winning nearly 70% of the points in Osaka's games to notch six breaks from seven opportunities, dominating from start to finish and reaching the third round in style. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The 26-year-old Romanian is on a defense course to keep her WTA number 1 title and must do everything to get to the quarter-finals of the tournament at least to maintain her ranking. Today it was all about Halep, who saved all six break points she faced and took charge on the return as well, winning nearly 70% of the points in Osaka's games to notch six breaks from seven opportunities, dominating from start to finish and reaching the third round in style. (more...)
Chlorine Used in February Attack in Syria, Finds OPCW
- May 16, 2018
The OPCW does not have the document establishes who is responsible for the use of banned chemical weapons, writes Reuters. While the OPCW didn't lay the blame with any one party, it said in a report released Tuesday that interviews with witnesses, the collection of environmental samples and the symptoms that patients exhibited in the aftermath allowed it to conclude that chlorine was dropped from two cylinders on the Saraqib area on February 4, 2018. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The OPCW does not have the document establishes who is responsible for the use of banned chemical weapons, writes Reuters. While the OPCW didn't lay the blame with any one party, it said in a report released Tuesday that interviews with witnesses, the collection of environmental samples and the symptoms that patients exhibited in the aftermath allowed it to conclude that chlorine was dropped from two cylinders on the Saraqib area on February 4, 2018. (more...)
Haspel wins backing of Senate panel for Central Intelligence Agency post
- May 16, 2018
The Committee voted 10-5 Wednesday in favor of Haspel, who must now be confirmed before the entire Senate body before she can become the next Central Intelligence Agency director. Haspel danced around those queries by saying she would not restart the program and that she supports the current "stricter moral standard" after Congress changed the law. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The Committee voted 10-5 Wednesday in favor of Haspel, who must now be confirmed before the entire Senate body before she can become the next Central Intelligence Agency director. Haspel danced around those queries by saying she would not restart the program and that she supports the current "stricter moral standard" after Congress changed the law. (more...)
Italy's rival populist leaders to report on coalition talks
- May 16, 2018
Lega in particular wishes to radically cut taxes, including VAT and excise duties, but European Union commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis spoke out Tuesday morning to tell Italy they must conform with European Union demands. 5-Star has moderated its position considerably in the a year ago, rowing back on a previous plan to hold a referendum on Italy's membership of the currency bloc. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Lega in particular wishes to radically cut taxes, including VAT and excise duties, but European Union commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis spoke out Tuesday morning to tell Italy they must conform with European Union demands. 5-Star has moderated its position considerably in the a year ago, rowing back on a previous plan to hold a referendum on Italy's membership of the currency bloc. (more...)
OIC to meet in Istanbul Friday to mull Israel violence
- May 16, 2018
He added that all members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC ) were invited. East Jerusalem is considered occupied Palestinian territory under worldwide law. formally moved its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem from Tel Aviv in defiance of worldwide outrage. According to an OIC statement, the summit is being convened at the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan . (more...)
- May 16, 2018
He added that all members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC ) were invited. East Jerusalem is considered occupied Palestinian territory under worldwide law. formally moved its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem from Tel Aviv in defiance of worldwide outrage. According to an OIC statement, the summit is being convened at the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan . (more...)
Grenfell Tower fire: May pledges to fund cladding removal
- May 16, 2018
Her spokesman said it would take two years. 71 people were killed in the blaze at Grenfell Tower which happened overnight on May 14 previous year. But the money will not be available to private landlords undertaking work on cladding, according to Downing Street. The announcement came as Labour prepared to use an opposition day debate in the Commons to press ministers on their detailed demands on building safety, including the fitting of non-combustible cladding and insulation on ... (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Her spokesman said it would take two years. 71 people were killed in the blaze at Grenfell Tower which happened overnight on May 14 previous year. But the money will not be available to private landlords undertaking work on cladding, according to Downing Street. The announcement came as Labour prepared to use an opposition day debate in the Commons to press ministers on their detailed demands on building safety, including the fitting of non-combustible cladding and insulation on ... (more...)
Al Ahly boss Hossam El-Badry resigns
- May 16, 2018
Hossam El-Badry told Xinhua late on Tuesday after the game in Kampala that he has chose to leave the team. El-Badry then returned to the Red Castle in the summer of 2012 to succeed the Portuguese coach but left again after one year to take charge of Libya's Ahly Tripoli. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Hossam El-Badry told Xinhua late on Tuesday after the game in Kampala that he has chose to leave the team. El-Badry then returned to the Red Castle in the summer of 2012 to succeed the Portuguese coach but left again after one year to take charge of Libya's Ahly Tripoli. (more...)
California Judge Grants Motion to Overturn State's Right-to-Die Law
- May 16, 2018
In March, the plaintiffs filed for summary judgment. OR was the first to provide the option in 1997. Under the End of Life Option Act, a patient must be at least 18 years old and reside in California, suffering from an incurable and irreversible illness with a prognosis of six months or less to live, to qualify to proceed with physician-assisted suicide. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
In March, the plaintiffs filed for summary judgment. OR was the first to provide the option in 1997. Under the End of Life Option Act, a patient must be at least 18 years old and reside in California, suffering from an incurable and irreversible illness with a prognosis of six months or less to live, to qualify to proceed with physician-assisted suicide. (more...)
Analysts' Recent Ratings Changes for Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK)
- May 16, 2018
The investment managers in our database now possess: 1.94 million shares, down from 1.94 million shares in 2017Q3. This could be $13.47 million profit for SBLK assuming the current $0.21 earnings per share will become reality. Robert W. Baird maintained Danaher Corporation (NYSE:DHR) on Thursday, April 19 with "Buy" rating. BidaskClub downgraded Star Bulk Carriers from a hold rating to a sell rating in a research report on Wednesday, January 31st. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The investment managers in our database now possess: 1.94 million shares, down from 1.94 million shares in 2017Q3. This could be $13.47 million profit for SBLK assuming the current $0.21 earnings per share will become reality. Robert W. Baird maintained Danaher Corporation (NYSE:DHR) on Thursday, April 19 with "Buy" rating. BidaskClub downgraded Star Bulk Carriers from a hold rating to a sell rating in a research report on Wednesday, January 31st. (more...)
Statoil Expects to Implement Name Change on May 16
- May 16, 2018
The company said Monday it expects the name change to take effect Wednesday, and the ticker symbol STL will leave the Oslo exchange at the end of the trading day May 15. Subject to the AGM's approval of the name change and subsequent implementation, the new ticker "EQNR" is also expected to be implemented for the Company's American Deposit Rights (ADRs) traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The company said Monday it expects the name change to take effect Wednesday, and the ticker symbol STL will leave the Oslo exchange at the end of the trading day May 15. Subject to the AGM's approval of the name change and subsequent implementation, the new ticker "EQNR" is also expected to be implemented for the Company's American Deposit Rights (ADRs) traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). (more...)
Russian Military to Receive New ICBM Missile Complexes in 2018, Putin Says
- May 16, 2018
Putin and Macron have discussed the Syria issue and reaffirming the two countries' commitment to the Iran nuclear deal in light of the U.S. withdrawal from the accord. He also told officials that the defence sector should finish the development and prepare for manufacturing the S-500 surface-to-air anti-ballistic missile system capable of intercepting targets at the highest altitudes including near space. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Putin and Macron have discussed the Syria issue and reaffirming the two countries' commitment to the Iran nuclear deal in light of the U.S. withdrawal from the accord. He also told officials that the defence sector should finish the development and prepare for manufacturing the S-500 surface-to-air anti-ballistic missile system capable of intercepting targets at the highest altitudes including near space. (more...)
Allianz Field to host Gold Cup matches in 2019
- May 16, 2018
The 19,400-seat stadium now under construction in St. Paul's Midway neighborhood is one of 15 venues that will host matches for the 2019 Concacaf Gold Cup. Crews broke ground on Allianz Field, Minnesota United's future home, in May 2017. Allianz Field will host two matches, including the United States' first game of the tournament. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The 19,400-seat stadium now under construction in St. Paul's Midway neighborhood is one of 15 venues that will host matches for the 2019 Concacaf Gold Cup. Crews broke ground on Allianz Field, Minnesota United's future home, in May 2017. Allianz Field will host two matches, including the United States' first game of the tournament. (more...)
BSEB Bihar Board 12th Result 2018 Expected Around May 25 at biharboard
- May 16, 2018
Click on the Bihar BSEB Class 10 Metric Results 2018 or Class 10 Matric Results 2018. First, it was slated to declare the class 12 board examination results on May 10 which was then postponed till May 14. All the candidates who had appeared for the Matric & Class 12 examinations can check the results from the direct link provided below. After almost 1,000 students were expelled for cheating during the Class 12 examinations, the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) came up with new ... (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Click on the Bihar BSEB Class 10 Metric Results 2018 or Class 10 Matric Results 2018. First, it was slated to declare the class 12 board examination results on May 10 which was then postponed till May 14. All the candidates who had appeared for the Matric & Class 12 examinations can check the results from the direct link provided below. After almost 1,000 students were expelled for cheating during the Class 12 examinations, the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) came up with new ... (more...)
Pope says 'very worried' by Mideast violence
- May 16, 2018
Peter's Square. I repeat that using violence never brings peace. "War calls war, violence calls violence", he said. During his homily, Francis also said that St. Francis was reflecting on St. Paul discerning when to leave his flock in the care of others, a decision Francis said all bishops must make. "But above all these things, clothe yourselves with charity, which unites them in a ideal way". (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Peter's Square. I repeat that using violence never brings peace. "War calls war, violence calls violence", he said. During his homily, Francis also said that St. Francis was reflecting on St. Paul discerning when to leave his flock in the care of others, a decision Francis said all bishops must make. "But above all these things, clothe yourselves with charity, which unites them in a ideal way". (more...)
CCTV allegedly captures man climbing into girl's bedroom before indecent assault
- May 16, 2018
After the man made his escape, the girl told her mother what had happened, and she immediately called the police . "This is a very rare but obviously a very serious matter", she said. Detectives from Eastern Beaches Police Area Command have taken a statement from the girl, who described the man as having an Australian or English accent and wearing a dark hooded jumper. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
After the man made his escape, the girl told her mother what had happened, and she immediately called the police . "This is a very rare but obviously a very serious matter", she said. Detectives from Eastern Beaches Police Area Command have taken a statement from the girl, who described the man as having an Australian or English accent and wearing a dark hooded jumper. (more...)
Florida teacher on leave after raccoons drowned
- May 16, 2018
It made me sick to my stomach. "It's bad. It still does make me sick to my stomach", the woman said. "They finally took the cage out of the water, and they trapped it into another smaller cage, where the top of the cage would go down into the water", he said. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
It made me sick to my stomach. "It's bad. It still does make me sick to my stomach", the woman said. "They finally took the cage out of the water, and they trapped it into another smaller cage, where the top of the cage would go down into the water", he said. (more...)
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