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Blue ribbons for baby girls in anti-FGM campaign
- February 08, 2019
He said that based on the survey 18.4 per cent of women aged 15 to 49 years now undergo FGM as against 27 per cent in 2011. "Despite this decline, millions of girls and women are still faced with the scourge of genital mutilation every year in Nigeria". (more...)
- February 08, 2019
He said that based on the survey 18.4 per cent of women aged 15 to 49 years now undergo FGM as against 27 per cent in 2011. "Despite this decline, millions of girls and women are still faced with the scourge of genital mutilation every year in Nigeria". (more...)
DA Quinn to Request Full Prison Term for Michelle Carter
- February 08, 2019
Roy killed himself by breathing in lethal carbon monoxide fumes from a gasoline-powered water pump he had in his pickup truck. This followed the defense arguing that her actions were not criminal in nature and that Conrad Roy III's death in 2014 was caused by his own actions. (more...)
- February 08, 2019
Roy killed himself by breathing in lethal carbon monoxide fumes from a gasoline-powered water pump he had in his pickup truck. This followed the defense arguing that her actions were not criminal in nature and that Conrad Roy III's death in 2014 was caused by his own actions. (more...)
Matt Whitaker Tries Bailing On Congressional Testimony After Democrats Threaten Subpoena
- February 08, 2019
Acting attorney general Matthew G. Whitaker and acting defense secretary Patrick Shanahan sit behind Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin during President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday at the Capitol. (more...)
- February 08, 2019
Acting attorney general Matthew G. Whitaker and acting defense secretary Patrick Shanahan sit behind Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin during President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday at the Capitol. (more...)
Thai princess to contest election as prime ministerial candidate
- February 08, 2019
Paiboon leads a party stacked with former activist opponents of the previous government, which was allied with former premier Thaksin Shinawatra. "The party has nominated the princess as its sole candidate", Thai Raksa Chart Party leader Preechapol Pongpanich told reporters at the Election Commission. (more...)
- February 08, 2019
Paiboon leads a party stacked with former activist opponents of the previous government, which was allied with former premier Thaksin Shinawatra. "The party has nominated the princess as its sole candidate", Thai Raksa Chart Party leader Preechapol Pongpanich told reporters at the Election Commission. (more...)
Australia and United States seize largest ever meth shipment
- February 08, 2019
The drugs were detected by United States authorities on January 9 with 25kgs of cocaine and 5kgs of heroin also located. "By stopping this, we have ensured criminals will not profit from the huge pain these drugs would have caused our community", said Bruce Hill, a spokesman for the Australian Federal Police organized crime unit. (more...)
- February 08, 2019
The drugs were detected by United States authorities on January 9 with 25kgs of cocaine and 5kgs of heroin also located. "By stopping this, we have ensured criminals will not profit from the huge pain these drugs would have caused our community", said Bruce Hill, a spokesman for the Australian Federal Police organized crime unit. (more...)
Trump praises Karen Pence at National Prayer Breakfast
- February 08, 2019
Trump also praised Karen Pence, the wife of Vice President Mike Pence, as an "incredible second lady" and noted that she recently began teaching art classes at a Christian school, applauding the move. Trump also thanked faith leaders for their efforts helping to pass criminal justice reform legislation, which he signed past year. Sen. Coons and Sen. (more...)
- February 08, 2019
Trump also praised Karen Pence, the wife of Vice President Mike Pence, as an "incredible second lady" and noted that she recently began teaching art classes at a Christian school, applauding the move. Trump also thanked faith leaders for their efforts helping to pass criminal justice reform legislation, which he signed past year. Sen. Coons and Sen. (more...)
United Nations human rights expert blames Saudis for Jamal Khashoggi's murder
- February 08, 2019
USA intelligence agencies believe Crown Prince Mohammed ordered Mr Khashoggi's killing, but Donald Trump has rejected the claim. "It is also raising a number of global implications which demand the urgent attention of the worldwide community, including the United Nations". (more...)
- February 08, 2019
USA intelligence agencies believe Crown Prince Mohammed ordered Mr Khashoggi's killing, but Donald Trump has rejected the claim. "It is also raising a number of global implications which demand the urgent attention of the worldwide community, including the United Nations". (more...)
Frozen cat found in Montana snowbank thawed back to life
- February 08, 2019
Cats usually have a temperature of between 99-102 degrees. Clark says Fluffy is normally a little crabby, so when she began growling, he knew she would be fine. On Tuesday, the Animal Clinic of Kalispell posted photos of Fluffy on Facebook to share her story of "success and survival". Fluffy spent one night in the ER before returning home with her owners. (more...)
- February 08, 2019
Cats usually have a temperature of between 99-102 degrees. Clark says Fluffy is normally a little crabby, so when she began growling, he knew she would be fine. On Tuesday, the Animal Clinic of Kalispell posted photos of Fluffy on Facebook to share her story of "success and survival". Fluffy spent one night in the ER before returning home with her owners. (more...)
High winds and rain to batter Co Armagh as Storm Erik lands
- February 08, 2019
A status orange wind warning has been issued for three counties as Storm Erik approaches the country. The yellow wind warning for Carlow predicts Southwest to west winds which will reach mean speeds of 50 to 65 km/h with gusts of 80 to 110 km/h. (more...)
- February 08, 2019
A status orange wind warning has been issued for three counties as Storm Erik approaches the country. The yellow wind warning for Carlow predicts Southwest to west winds which will reach mean speeds of 50 to 65 km/h with gusts of 80 to 110 km/h. (more...)
Newport keeper dashes off as wife goes into labour
- February 08, 2019
Joe was seen on live television running off the pitch after his side beat Middlesbrough 2-0, sending team-mates and fans into a frenzy. I said, 'Of course you can. Seeing off 'Boro means that Newport have earned themselves a home tie in the fifth round and will therefore be welcoming Man City to their place on 16th February. (more...)
- February 08, 2019
Joe was seen on live television running off the pitch after his side beat Middlesbrough 2-0, sending team-mates and fans into a frenzy. I said, 'Of course you can. Seeing off 'Boro means that Newport have earned themselves a home tie in the fifth round and will therefore be welcoming Man City to their place on 16th February. (more...)
France recalls ambassador to Italy after yellow vest meeting
- February 08, 2019
The statement follows Tuesday's meeting near Paris between Italian Deputy Premier Luigi Di Maio and a senior figure of the Yellow Vests movement in France. On Wednesday, the ministry called Mr Di Maio's visit a "new provocation" that was "unacceptable between neighbouring countries and partners at the heart of the EU". (more...)
- February 08, 2019
The statement follows Tuesday's meeting near Paris between Italian Deputy Premier Luigi Di Maio and a senior figure of the Yellow Vests movement in France. On Wednesday, the ministry called Mr Di Maio's visit a "new provocation" that was "unacceptable between neighbouring countries and partners at the heart of the EU". (more...)
Brit Football Fan Arrested in Dubai for Wearing Qatar Football Top
- February 07, 2019
They are appealing to the Foreign Office to advocate for the freedom of Ali Issa Ahmad, 26, an Arsenal supporter from Wolverhampton , through diplomatic channels. Reportedly, Ali was detained by police after the match because he was wearing a Qatar team shirt, and he was allegedly beaten by the police on the way to the station. (more...)
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- February 07, 2019
They are appealing to the Foreign Office to advocate for the freedom of Ali Issa Ahmad, 26, an Arsenal supporter from Wolverhampton , through diplomatic channels. Reportedly, Ali was detained by police after the match because he was wearing a Qatar team shirt, and he was allegedly beaten by the police on the way to the station. (more...)
How curvaceous women have become tourist attraction in Uganda
- February 07, 2019
A Ugandan woman has started a petition to have the Miss Curvy Uganda contest cancelled. "That is idolizing women as objects like how you look at objects that's how they will look at women", a woman activist from Bernic Woman. "The minister should have known that women are more than just bodies, and so we should be treated with honour and respect", said former Leader of Opposition Winnie Kiiza. (more...)
- February 07, 2019
A Ugandan woman has started a petition to have the Miss Curvy Uganda contest cancelled. "That is idolizing women as objects like how you look at objects that's how they will look at women", a woman activist from Bernic Woman. "The minister should have known that women are more than just bodies, and so we should be treated with honour and respect", said former Leader of Opposition Winnie Kiiza. (more...)
Fire in wealthy Paris district kills seven, 30 injured
- February 07, 2019
The blaze in the French capital's trendy 16th arrondissement also left 27 people - including three firefighters - with minor injuries. The blazing eight-story building sits in Paris's swanky 16th arrondissement, which is home to foreign embassies and renowned museums. (more...)
- February 07, 2019
The blaze in the French capital's trendy 16th arrondissement also left 27 people - including three firefighters - with minor injuries. The blazing eight-story building sits in Paris's swanky 16th arrondissement, which is home to foreign embassies and renowned museums. (more...)
Travel advisory as SD&G hit with freezing drizzle, ice pellets
- February 07, 2019
As the day progresses on Thursday, the Kingston region could see freezing mist and drizzle, but freezing rain is meant to pick back up again in the evening for about an hour until it switches to just rain, Hall says. As a result of the weather several school boards have cancelled school for the day including in Waterloo Region, Wellington and Dufferin County, and the Brantford area. (more...)
- February 07, 2019
As the day progresses on Thursday, the Kingston region could see freezing mist and drizzle, but freezing rain is meant to pick back up again in the evening for about an hour until it switches to just rain, Hall says. As a result of the weather several school boards have cancelled school for the day including in Waterloo Region, Wellington and Dufferin County, and the Brantford area. (more...)
'We will build a human wall if necessary' at southern border
- February 07, 2019
That shutdown was due to a stalemate between Republicans and Democrats - who refused to pass funding for the President's proposed wall at the Mexican border. Many Democratic women lawmakers wore white to celebrate 100 years of women having gained the right to vote. He will also give an update on trade talks with the Chinese. (more...)
- February 07, 2019
That shutdown was due to a stalemate between Republicans and Democrats - who refused to pass funding for the President's proposed wall at the Mexican border. Many Democratic women lawmakers wore white to celebrate 100 years of women having gained the right to vote. He will also give an update on trade talks with the Chinese. (more...)
Small penis emoji is being rolled out on all phones this year
- February 07, 2019
One man wrote: 'An emoji that I can use to imply that an Internet stranger has a small penis, 2019 may not be so bad after all'. Another new emoji is attracting attention as well - the pinching hand. Emojepedia's sample images of what the new emojis may look like when released. The list of new emojis is more inclusive of individuals with disabilities, which is something Apple actually pushed for early a year ago. (more...)
- February 07, 2019
One man wrote: 'An emoji that I can use to imply that an Internet stranger has a small penis, 2019 may not be so bad after all'. Another new emoji is attracting attention as well - the pinching hand. Emojepedia's sample images of what the new emojis may look like when released. The list of new emojis is more inclusive of individuals with disabilities, which is something Apple actually pushed for early a year ago. (more...)
Warren Apologizes for Identifying as ‘American Indian’ on Texas Bar Application
- February 07, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren said Tuesday that she was sorry that she identified herself as a Native American for nearly two decades, reflecting her ongoing struggle to quiet a controversy that continues to haunt her as she prepares to formally announce a presidential bid. (more...)
- February 07, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren said Tuesday that she was sorry that she identified herself as a Native American for nearly two decades, reflecting her ongoing struggle to quiet a controversy that continues to haunt her as she prepares to formally announce a presidential bid. (more...)
Jayme Closs kidnapping suspect due back in court on March 27
- February 07, 2019
Weeks of intense searching for Jayme came to a halt last month when Jayme apparently escaped from Patterson's home in Gordon, Wis. Jayme made her way out of the woods of rural northern Wisconsin where Patterson lived and found a dog walker who helped connect her to authorities. (more...)
- February 07, 2019
Weeks of intense searching for Jayme came to a halt last month when Jayme apparently escaped from Patterson's home in Gordon, Wis. Jayme made her way out of the woods of rural northern Wisconsin where Patterson lived and found a dog walker who helped connect her to authorities. (more...)
British ISIS hostage John Cantlie believed to still be alive, United Kingdom says
- February 07, 2019
Mr Wallace, who spoke in a meeting with foreign journalists at the Home Office, would not say where the United Kingdom believes Mr Cantlie is being held. He was then kidnapped for a second time when he returned to the country towards the end of 2012. The ISIL group killed journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff , and aid worker Peter Kassig, who were all U.S. (more...)
- February 07, 2019
Mr Wallace, who spoke in a meeting with foreign journalists at the Home Office, would not say where the United Kingdom believes Mr Cantlie is being held. He was then kidnapped for a second time when he returned to the country towards the end of 2012. The ISIL group killed journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff , and aid worker Peter Kassig, who were all U.S. (more...)
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