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Merrimack Valley Residents Displaced After Gas Explosions Are Allowed To Return Home
- September 17, 2018
Natural gas leaks, believed to have been caused by over-pressurized lines, on Thursday triggered a series of explosions and fires in Andover, North Andover and Lawrence, communities northwest of Boston. "We're very interested to understand the operations of Columbia Gas", he said. He said there was no evidence the explosions were intentional. Jeff Hall, spokesman for the Red Cross, said Friday there were nearly 400 people shelters after the Thursday night explosions and fires. (more...)
- September 17, 2018
Natural gas leaks, believed to have been caused by over-pressurized lines, on Thursday triggered a series of explosions and fires in Andover, North Andover and Lawrence, communities northwest of Boston. "We're very interested to understand the operations of Columbia Gas", he said. He said there was no evidence the explosions were intentional. Jeff Hall, spokesman for the Red Cross, said Friday there were nearly 400 people shelters after the Thursday night explosions and fires. (more...)
Palestinian fatally stabs American-Israeli man in West Bank
- September 17, 2018
Local media reported that around eight protesters managed to cut the barbed wire of the fence on the border in southern Gaza Strip, and infiltrated into Israel for a short while and then returned into Gaza. "He was only 12 years old!", exclaimed in tears to his mother. Israel's tactics against the protests have drawn global condemnation. It regards all of the city as its eternal and indivisible capital. (more...)
- September 17, 2018
Local media reported that around eight protesters managed to cut the barbed wire of the fence on the border in southern Gaza Strip, and infiltrated into Israel for a short while and then returned into Gaza. "He was only 12 years old!", exclaimed in tears to his mother. Israel's tactics against the protests have drawn global condemnation. It regards all of the city as its eternal and indivisible capital. (more...)
FEMA Administrator Brock Long's travel subject of IG investigation, Politico reports
- September 17, 2018
The IG began investigating his conduct after one of the vehicles got into an accident, an official told Politico . FEMA, which coordinates the government's response to disasters, was bracing for Hurricane Florence to make landfall on Friday as the storm approached the Carolinas , threatening to bring days of pounding surf, torrential rain and severe flooding. (more...)
- September 17, 2018
The IG began investigating his conduct after one of the vehicles got into an accident, an official told Politico . FEMA, which coordinates the government's response to disasters, was bracing for Hurricane Florence to make landfall on Friday as the storm approached the Carolinas , threatening to bring days of pounding surf, torrential rain and severe flooding. (more...)
Hurricane Florence bears down on Carolinas
- September 16, 2018
Hurricane Florence is being seen as a monster of a storm zeroing in on the Southeastern coast with more than 10 million people in its potentially devastating sights. Then it is likely to hover along the coast on Saturday, pushing up to 13ft of storm surge . "For a meandering storm, the biggest concern - as we saw with Harvey - is the huge amount of rainfall", said Chris Landsea, chief of tropical analysis and forecast branch at the National Hurricane Center . (more...)
- September 16, 2018
Hurricane Florence is being seen as a monster of a storm zeroing in on the Southeastern coast with more than 10 million people in its potentially devastating sights. Then it is likely to hover along the coast on Saturday, pushing up to 13ft of storm surge . "For a meandering storm, the biggest concern - as we saw with Harvey - is the huge amount of rainfall", said Chris Landsea, chief of tropical analysis and forecast branch at the National Hurricane Center . (more...)
Brett Kavanaugh Accuser Speaks To WaPo On Supreme Court Nominees Alleged Assault
- September 16, 2018
The notes do not mention Kavanaugh's name but say she reported that she was attacked by students "from an elitist boys' school" who went on to become "highly respected and high-ranking members of society in Washington ". "There's nothing to say", Katz told BuzzFeed News Wednesday. Feinstein was preparing to lead Democratic questioning of Kavanaugh during his confirmation hearing. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
The notes do not mention Kavanaugh's name but say she reported that she was attacked by students "from an elitist boys' school" who went on to become "highly respected and high-ranking members of society in Washington ". "There's nothing to say", Katz told BuzzFeed News Wednesday. Feinstein was preparing to lead Democratic questioning of Kavanaugh during his confirmation hearing. (more...)
Timeline of shark activity on Cape Cod this summer
- September 16, 2018
The last fatal shark attack in MA happened in 1936. The beach was closed to swimming, according to Wellfleet Police Lieutenant Michael Hurley. A video shared by surfer Andrew Jacobs also shows dozens of Good Samaritans carrying the victim's body away from the water. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
The last fatal shark attack in MA happened in 1936. The beach was closed to swimming, according to Wellfleet Police Lieutenant Michael Hurley. A video shared by surfer Andrew Jacobs also shows dozens of Good Samaritans carrying the victim's body away from the water. (more...)
RT's interview with Salisbury suspects raises stakes in UK
- September 16, 2018
Moscow has refused to extradite the two men Britain suspects of killing Litvinenko, and one of them, Andrei Lugovoi, went on to become a Russian lawmaker. The Downing Street official added: "More importantly, they are deeply offensive to the victims and loved ones of this horrific attack". The pair were caught on camera at Salisbury rail station on March 4, and minutes later another camera spotted them walking in the direction of Skripal's house - the opposite direction from the cathedral. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
Moscow has refused to extradite the two men Britain suspects of killing Litvinenko, and one of them, Andrei Lugovoi, went on to become a Russian lawmaker. The Downing Street official added: "More importantly, they are deeply offensive to the victims and loved ones of this horrific attack". The pair were caught on camera at Salisbury rail station on March 4, and minutes later another camera spotted them walking in the direction of Skripal's house - the opposite direction from the cathedral. (more...)
TS Isaac less organised; Some govts call off Storm Warnings, Watches
- September 16, 2018
As of 10 a.m. CDT Tropical Storm Isaac was located about 420 miles east of Martinique and was moving west at 17 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center . Since we're now at the height of hurricane season it's important to stay focused and have plans ready, should any tropical activity threaten. And the storm is heading straight for the United Kingdom, with landfall expected early next week. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
As of 10 a.m. CDT Tropical Storm Isaac was located about 420 miles east of Martinique and was moving west at 17 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center . Since we're now at the height of hurricane season it's important to stay focused and have plans ready, should any tropical activity threaten. And the storm is heading straight for the United Kingdom, with landfall expected early next week. (more...)
Gladys Cherono beats Ruti,Dibaba to win women's race at Berlin Marathon
- September 16, 2018
While he certainly benefitted greatly then from a highly controlled environment that featured constant pacing and absolutely flawless conditions- elements that made the run unofficial for record purposes- the time still showed that Kipchoge was a man among boys in the marathon. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
While he certainly benefitted greatly then from a highly controlled environment that featured constant pacing and absolutely flawless conditions- elements that made the run unofficial for record purposes- the time still showed that Kipchoge was a man among boys in the marathon. (more...)
Poland says it will block any European Union sanctions against Hungary
- September 16, 2018
Possible sanctions against the EU country concerned are not clearly defined in the EU treaties, but might include suspending voting rights in the Council and the European Council. Most British Conservative MEPs supported the Hungarian government, arguing that the European Union had intruded into purely national matters. "You think that you know the needs of the Hungarian people better than the Hungarian people themselves". (more...)
- September 16, 2018
Possible sanctions against the EU country concerned are not clearly defined in the EU treaties, but might include suspending voting rights in the Council and the European Council. Most British Conservative MEPs supported the Hungarian government, arguing that the European Union had intruded into purely national matters. "You think that you know the needs of the Hungarian people better than the Hungarian people themselves". (more...)
Zainab Ahmed takes over Finance Ministry after Adeosun’s exit
- September 16, 2018
Adeosun, adding that she would have still been in office, if not for the sustained uproar by Nigerians and worldwide creditors". The certificate scandal which erupted in July, however, did not go away with the Minister saying she resigned after finding out her NYSC exemption certificate was fake. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
Adeosun, adding that she would have still been in office, if not for the sustained uproar by Nigerians and worldwide creditors". The certificate scandal which erupted in July, however, did not go away with the Minister saying she resigned after finding out her NYSC exemption certificate was fake. (more...)
Border Patrol agent went on 2-week killing spree; 4 women dead
- September 16, 2018
District Attorney Isidro Alaniz said Mr Ortiz, who had been with the Border Patrol for 10 years, was set to face four charges of murder and one of aggravated kidnapping. She later died from her wounds, the Laredo newspaper reported . A preliminary investigation confirmed, a woman, with head trauma injury, was found off the roadway on State Highway 255 near mile marker 436. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
District Attorney Isidro Alaniz said Mr Ortiz, who had been with the Border Patrol for 10 years, was set to face four charges of murder and one of aggravated kidnapping. She later died from her wounds, the Laredo newspaper reported . A preliminary investigation confirmed, a woman, with head trauma injury, was found off the roadway on State Highway 255 near mile marker 436. (more...)
Super Typhoon Mangkhut threatens China
- September 16, 2018
Thousands of people evacuated high-risk areas following major flooding and landslide warnings. At daybreak in Cagayan's capital, Tuguegarao, Associated Press journalists saw a severely damaged public market, its roof ripped apart and wooden stalls and tarpaulin canopies in disarray. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
Thousands of people evacuated high-risk areas following major flooding and landslide warnings. At daybreak in Cagayan's capital, Tuguegarao, Associated Press journalists saw a severely damaged public market, its roof ripped apart and wooden stalls and tarpaulin canopies in disarray. (more...)
Trump on Hurricane Maria
- September 16, 2018
In a pair of tweets late Friday, Trump first quoted a Washington Post story, which recounted that he had been told only 16 people had died in the storm when he visited the island last September, shortly after Maria made landfall. They said, 'Throw 'em to me! President Trump speaks after receiving a briefing on Hurricane Florence from FEMA administrator Brock Long and Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
In a pair of tweets late Friday, Trump first quoted a Washington Post story, which recounted that he had been told only 16 people had died in the storm when he visited the island last September, shortly after Maria made landfall. They said, 'Throw 'em to me! President Trump speaks after receiving a briefing on Hurricane Florence from FEMA administrator Brock Long and Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen. (more...)
Putin watches war games billed as Russia's biggest ever; China taking part
- September 16, 2018
North Atlantic Treaty Organisation spokesman Dylan White said: "All nations have the right to exercise their armed forces, but it is essential that this is done in a transparent and predictable manner". The Chief of the Russian General Staff Valery Gerasimov said earlier that the exercises were preceded by a full cycle of preparatory measures, including sudden checks, as well as command and staff training. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
North Atlantic Treaty Organisation spokesman Dylan White said: "All nations have the right to exercise their armed forces, but it is essential that this is done in a transparent and predictable manner". The Chief of the Russian General Staff Valery Gerasimov said earlier that the exercises were preceded by a full cycle of preparatory measures, including sudden checks, as well as command and staff training. (more...)
Trump to target foreign meddling in U.S. elections with sanctions order
- September 16, 2018
It covers overt efforts to meddle in election infrastructure, such as vote counts, as well as "propaganda" and other attempts to influence voting from overseas, Director of National Intelligence Daniel Coats told reporters. He has cited United States sanctions and the expulsion of alleged Russian spies from the US. Senators Marco Rubio and Chris Van Hollen , who have proposed legislation to attack foreign election interference, said Wednesday that Trump's action was too restrained. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
It covers overt efforts to meddle in election infrastructure, such as vote counts, as well as "propaganda" and other attempts to influence voting from overseas, Director of National Intelligence Daniel Coats told reporters. He has cited United States sanctions and the expulsion of alleged Russian spies from the US. Senators Marco Rubio and Chris Van Hollen , who have proposed legislation to attack foreign election interference, said Wednesday that Trump's action was too restrained. (more...)
U.S. Accuses Russia Of Altering UN Report On North Korea Sanctions
- September 16, 2018
Treasury Department. US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley accused Moscow trying to cover up breaches of UN sanctions on North Korea after it pushed for changes to an independent report on sanctions violations. North Korea, however, given no indication it is willing to give up its weapons unilaterally, as the Trump administration has demanded. On Wednesday, the Pentagon said the U.S. (more...)
- September 16, 2018
Treasury Department. US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley accused Moscow trying to cover up breaches of UN sanctions on North Korea after it pushed for changes to an independent report on sanctions violations. North Korea, however, given no indication it is willing to give up its weapons unilaterally, as the Trump administration has demanded. On Wednesday, the Pentagon said the U.S. (more...)
Sen. Jeff Merkley: Trump Shorting Disaster Funding To Pay For Immigrant Detention
- September 15, 2018
Funds are regularly transferred among government departments. Congress has two years in a row told them to stop it, told them to cut it out and the Government Accountability Office also recently issued a report calling into question the kind of fiscal management that they're using to do this. (more...)
- September 15, 2018
Funds are regularly transferred among government departments. Congress has two years in a row told them to stop it, told them to cut it out and the Government Accountability Office also recently issued a report calling into question the kind of fiscal management that they're using to do this. (more...)
38,500 Flee Hostilities in Syria's Idlib in 2 Weeks
- September 15, 2018
Still, the government has kept the priority for reconciliation, but the faltering efforts have left no choice and the military option remained number one in such case. Turkey has 12 military posts inside Idlib province, and activists reported on Thursday that Turkish reinforcements crossed over into Syria to fortify the installations. (more...)
- September 15, 2018
Still, the government has kept the priority for reconciliation, but the faltering efforts have left no choice and the military option remained number one in such case. Turkey has 12 military posts inside Idlib province, and activists reported on Thursday that Turkish reinforcements crossed over into Syria to fortify the installations. (more...)
Mother, baby dead as Hurricane Florence drenches the Carolinas
- September 15, 2018
Officials in New Bern, which dates to the early 18th century, said more than 100 people were rescued from floods and the downtown area was under water by Friday afternoon. A severe inland flood threat is emerging as remnants of Florence pound the Carolinas with almost nonstop rain for a second day since the once major hurricane howled ashore. (more...)
- September 15, 2018
Officials in New Bern, which dates to the early 18th century, said more than 100 people were rescued from floods and the downtown area was under water by Friday afternoon. A severe inland flood threat is emerging as remnants of Florence pound the Carolinas with almost nonstop rain for a second day since the once major hurricane howled ashore. (more...)
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