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Mendocino Complex Fire at over 110,000 acres
- August 04, 2018
Dykema says the whirl started when hot air from the exceptionally hot fire rose and twisted tightly, creating a powerful tornado of flames and wind. The Mendocino Complex Fire continues to threaten homes, and force evacuations. The combined fires have prompted about 15,000 people to evacuate their homes. It has destroyed 88 structures and forced the evacuation of 14,000 residents, including in the towns of Nice and Lucerne about 150km north of San Francisco, according to the California ... (more...)
- August 04, 2018
Dykema says the whirl started when hot air from the exceptionally hot fire rose and twisted tightly, creating a powerful tornado of flames and wind. The Mendocino Complex Fire continues to threaten homes, and force evacuations. The combined fires have prompted about 15,000 people to evacuate their homes. It has destroyed 88 structures and forced the evacuation of 14,000 residents, including in the towns of Nice and Lucerne about 150km north of San Francisco, according to the California ... (more...)
U.S. Sanctions Russian Bank Over North Korea
- August 04, 2018
The Wall Street Journal found Thursday that Russian Federation was issuing fresh work permits to thousands of North Korean workers despite the UN Security Council specifically banning the issuance of new work permits to North Korean laborers. (more...)
- August 04, 2018
The Wall Street Journal found Thursday that Russian Federation was issuing fresh work permits to thousands of North Korean workers despite the UN Security Council specifically banning the issuance of new work permits to North Korean laborers. (more...)
China Announces Retaliatory Tariffs On $60 Billion In U.S. Goods
- August 04, 2018
Washington already applied last July 6 tariffs of 25 percent on Chinese products valued in 34 billion dollars per year, under the argument of facing alleged disloyal practices of the Asian country related to the acquisition of intellectual and technological US property. (more...)
- August 04, 2018
Washington already applied last July 6 tariffs of 25 percent on Chinese products valued in 34 billion dollars per year, under the argument of facing alleged disloyal practices of the Asian country related to the acquisition of intellectual and technological US property. (more...)
Protest held against burqa ban in Denmark Photogallery
- August 04, 2018
A spokesperson for group Kvinder I Dialog (Women In Dialogue) told the Independent: "The objective of this demonstration is to show that we do not accept this kind of unjust treatment regardless of who we are dealing with". Muslims account for approximately five percent of Denmark's population, with around 200 women opting to wear an Islamic veil. "All women should be free to dress as they please and to wear clothing that expresses their identity or beliefs", said Fotis Filippou, ... (more...)
- August 04, 2018
A spokesperson for group Kvinder I Dialog (Women In Dialogue) told the Independent: "The objective of this demonstration is to show that we do not accept this kind of unjust treatment regardless of who we are dealing with". Muslims account for approximately five percent of Denmark's population, with around 200 women opting to wear an Islamic veil. "All women should be free to dress as they please and to wear clothing that expresses their identity or beliefs", said Fotis Filippou, ... (more...)
Person taunts bison in Yellowstone National Park
- August 04, 2018
As of Thursday afternoon, it had been viewed on Q2 more than 29,000 times. Reinke, who has been visiting several national parks, had already been arrested July 28 in Grand Teton National Park for drunk and disorderly conduct, according to a press release from the National Park Service . (more...)
- August 04, 2018
As of Thursday afternoon, it had been viewed on Q2 more than 29,000 times. Reinke, who has been visiting several national parks, had already been arrested July 28 in Grand Teton National Park for drunk and disorderly conduct, according to a press release from the National Park Service . (more...)
Blocking Trump on Wall Leaves Nation Unprotected
- August 03, 2018
However, a disruption in federal government operations could backfire on Trump if voters blame Republicans, who control Congress, for the interruption in services. He said the border funding issue in particular would probably have to wait until after the elections. I think it would be great before [the elections]. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
However, a disruption in federal government operations could backfire on Trump if voters blame Republicans, who control Congress, for the interruption in services. He said the border funding issue in particular would probably have to wait until after the elections. I think it would be great before [the elections]. (more...)
China, Southeast Asian states hold simulated naval drill
- August 03, 2018
By proposing joint military exercises, China is trying to send a "subtle message to the world that Asean and China could work together and things are progressing well, hence there is no need for external involvement in the South China Sea issue", said Ha. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
By proposing joint military exercises, China is trying to send a "subtle message to the world that Asean and China could work together and things are progressing well, hence there is no need for external involvement in the South China Sea issue", said Ha. (more...)
Evacuations underway in Lynchburg, heavy rain may cause dam to fail
- August 03, 2018
County officials reported the dam's "imminent failure" at around 9:30 p.m. Thursday, August 2. Officials say if the dam does fail, the water could rise several feet in just a matter of minutes with swift currents. Lynchburg, with a population of around 80,000, is home to a number of colleges and universities, including the University of Lynchburg ( previously Lynchburg College ), which owns the lake the dam is located on. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
County officials reported the dam's "imminent failure" at around 9:30 p.m. Thursday, August 2. Officials say if the dam does fail, the water could rise several feet in just a matter of minutes with swift currents. Lynchburg, with a population of around 80,000, is home to a number of colleges and universities, including the University of Lynchburg ( previously Lynchburg College ), which owns the lake the dam is located on. (more...)
Special counsel reportedly offers to limit in-person questions in Trump interview
- August 03, 2018
Trump's lawyers, though, are reportedly concerned an interview could expose the president to legal jeopardy. Sessions has recused himself from oversight of the Russian Federation probe and is not even in a position to carry out the president's wishes without first ending the recusal. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
Trump's lawyers, though, are reportedly concerned an interview could expose the president to legal jeopardy. Sessions has recused himself from oversight of the Russian Federation probe and is not even in a position to carry out the president's wishes without first ending the recusal. (more...)
Pope Francis declares death penalty inadmissible in all cases
- August 03, 2018
He also said it sends a message globally, that the Catholic Church has changed its own teaching on capital punishment and now will work for its abolition globally. "He's saying that the death penalty is inadmissible because the dignity of a human person at all stages of life", said Fr. Sibley. Pope Francis has long opposed the death penalty . (more...)
- August 03, 2018
He also said it sends a message globally, that the Catholic Church has changed its own teaching on capital punishment and now will work for its abolition globally. "He's saying that the death penalty is inadmissible because the dignity of a human person at all stages of life", said Fr. Sibley. Pope Francis has long opposed the death penalty . (more...)
Mother says missing Iowa student may be abducted
- August 03, 2018
As of 10 a.m. Thursday, $172,000 had been raised, Calderwood said. "You would do anything to get her back and you would just be desperate for anything to come forward to get her back", he added. On Thursday, investigators once again searched fields and ditches near Brooklyn, Iowa, where the 20-year-old vanished more than two weeks ago. Asked Tuesday if investigators had identified any persons of interest, Kevin Winker, director of investigative operations at the Iowa Department of Public ... (more...)
- August 03, 2018
As of 10 a.m. Thursday, $172,000 had been raised, Calderwood said. "You would do anything to get her back and you would just be desperate for anything to come forward to get her back", he added. On Thursday, investigators once again searched fields and ditches near Brooklyn, Iowa, where the 20-year-old vanished more than two weeks ago. Asked Tuesday if investigators had identified any persons of interest, Kevin Winker, director of investigative operations at the Iowa Department of Public ... (more...)
Blasts, gunshots hit eastern Afghan city Other News 31 July 11:59
- August 03, 2018
Provincial official Zabihullah Zemarai said a heavy gun battle is taking place between Afghan security forces and the attackers. He added that the exact number is not known. "It was a bomb planted by the Taliban to hit security forces but.it got a passenger bus", Farah provincial police spokesman Muhibullah Muhib told AFP . (more...)
- August 03, 2018
Provincial official Zabihullah Zemarai said a heavy gun battle is taking place between Afghan security forces and the attackers. He added that the exact number is not known. "It was a bomb planted by the Taliban to hit security forces but.it got a passenger bus", Farah provincial police spokesman Muhibullah Muhib told AFP . (more...)
Trump Talks Up Plans for Competing LNG Pipeline in Italy
- August 03, 2018
President Donald Trump says that he is willing to shut down the government over funding for his long-promised border wall but that he'll "always leave room for negotiation". has strained relations with European leaders. We had a great meeting. Conte's visit follows that of European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker, who agreed to work with Mr. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
President Donald Trump says that he is willing to shut down the government over funding for his long-promised border wall but that he'll "always leave room for negotiation". has strained relations with European leaders. We had a great meeting. Conte's visit follows that of European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker, who agreed to work with Mr. (more...)
Facebook finds 'coordinated' accounts attempting to disrupt elections
- August 03, 2018
Facebook announced Tuesday that its security unit has found a coordinated campaign on its platform aiming to exert political influence ahead of the upcoming United States mid-term elections in the next few months. Facebook said the entities behind the accounts ran about 150 ads for about $11,000 on Facebook and Instagram, paid for with US and Canadian currency. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
Facebook announced Tuesday that its security unit has found a coordinated campaign on its platform aiming to exert political influence ahead of the upcoming United States mid-term elections in the next few months. Facebook said the entities behind the accounts ran about 150 ads for about $11,000 on Facebook and Instagram, paid for with US and Canadian currency. (more...)
National Archives may not finish reviewing Kavanaugh documents before end of October
- August 03, 2018
Democrats are requesting that hundreds of thousands of pages of documents from Kavanaugh's time in the White House Counsel Office under President George W. Democrats have objected to what they say is a limited scope of documents Grassley and other Republicans on the committee sought from Kavanaugh's background, particularly his work as White House staff secretary in the George W. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
Democrats are requesting that hundreds of thousands of pages of documents from Kavanaugh's time in the White House Counsel Office under President George W. Democrats have objected to what they say is a limited scope of documents Grassley and other Republicans on the committee sought from Kavanaugh's background, particularly his work as White House staff secretary in the George W. (more...)
Don't penalise on draft list: SC
- August 03, 2018
This is a draft and not the final list. When inquired about his view on references to Bangladesh vis-à-vis illegal migrants despite enjoying good ties with India, he said, "No". According the an RGI notification, the NRC enumeration process will be completed by December 21, giving only five months to settle claims of 40 lakh applicants. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
This is a draft and not the final list. When inquired about his view on references to Bangladesh vis-à-vis illegal migrants despite enjoying good ties with India, he said, "No". According the an RGI notification, the NRC enumeration process will be completed by December 21, giving only five months to settle claims of 40 lakh applicants. (more...)
Mendocino Complex Fires Reach 56,000 Acres
- August 03, 2018
Westgate Petroleum, which is located just beyond mandatory evacuation borders on Highway 29, remained open and in business. The Mendocino Complex Fire has expanded to more than 24,000 acres in Northern California, according to fire officials. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
Westgate Petroleum, which is located just beyond mandatory evacuation borders on Highway 29, remained open and in business. The Mendocino Complex Fire has expanded to more than 24,000 acres in Northern California, according to fire officials. (more...)
China warns the US about "blackmailing" over trade
- August 03, 2018
Administration officials told reporters in a phone briefing later that President Donald Trump had directed trade officials to consider raising proposed tariff rates on US$200 billion worth of Chinese imports from 10% to 25%, multiple news outlets reported. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
Administration officials told reporters in a phone briefing later that President Donald Trump had directed trade officials to consider raising proposed tariff rates on US$200 billion worth of Chinese imports from 10% to 25%, multiple news outlets reported. (more...)
Australia, NZ firefighters fly out to battle deadly California wildfires
- August 03, 2018
Every year is teaching the fire authorities new lessons", Gov. "We're in uncharted territory". It's the largest of 18 wildfires burning throughout California. There come times in everyone's life where their spirit is tested. More than 13,000 firefighters are battling fires with the help of crews from as far away as Florida. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
Every year is teaching the fire authorities new lessons", Gov. "We're in uncharted territory". It's the largest of 18 wildfires burning throughout California. There come times in everyone's life where their spirit is tested. More than 13,000 firefighters are battling fires with the help of crews from as far away as Florida. (more...)
MH370: Malaysia's civil aviation chief resigns
- August 03, 2018
Since flight MH370 disappeared from the radar many hypotheses have arisen, but to this day, at least officially, there is no conclusive information about the disappearance of the plane travelling from Malaysia to Beijing. A private United States firm began another search for the plane earlier this year but has yet to turn up any clues. The report also added that there is a paucity of information to determine if the plane broke up in the air, or due to the impact of the ocean. (more...)
- August 03, 2018
Since flight MH370 disappeared from the radar many hypotheses have arisen, but to this day, at least officially, there is no conclusive information about the disappearance of the plane travelling from Malaysia to Beijing. A private United States firm began another search for the plane earlier this year but has yet to turn up any clues. The report also added that there is a paucity of information to determine if the plane broke up in the air, or due to the impact of the ocean. (more...)
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