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North Carolina Rep. Walter Jones dies at 76
- February 11, 2019
He was known for his independence, and widely admired across the political spectrum. On January 14, Jones suffered a broken hip at his home in North Carolina and underwent surgery at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina. Bush to use force to topple Saddam Hussein. State Senate Leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, said "North Carolina lost a strong advocate and I lost a friend". (more...)
- February 11, 2019
He was known for his independence, and widely admired across the political spectrum. On January 14, Jones suffered a broken hip at his home in North Carolina and underwent surgery at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina. Bush to use force to topple Saddam Hussein. State Senate Leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, said "North Carolina lost a strong advocate and I lost a friend". (more...)
More storms in store for snow-socked Pacific Northwest
- February 11, 2019
Residents of the Pacific Northwest took to neighbourhood hills with skis, sleds or even just laundry baskets Saturday to celebrate an unusual dump of snow in a region more accustomed to winter rain. It was 9 degrees in Arlington, Washington early Sunday. The weather service says that was colder than the Arctic coast or North Slope of Alaska. The rest of the week includes daytime highs of 3 C on Tuesday , - 2 C on Wednesday , 1 C on Thursday and 2 C on Friday . (more...)
- February 11, 2019
Residents of the Pacific Northwest took to neighbourhood hills with skis, sleds or even just laundry baskets Saturday to celebrate an unusual dump of snow in a region more accustomed to winter rain. It was 9 degrees in Arlington, Washington early Sunday. The weather service says that was colder than the Arctic coast or North Slope of Alaska. The rest of the week includes daytime highs of 3 C on Tuesday , - 2 C on Wednesday , 1 C on Thursday and 2 C on Friday . (more...)
USA envoy heads 6-nation tour for 'intra-Afghan' talks
- February 11, 2019
The High Peace Council's spokesman Sayed Ehsan Taheri, meanwhile, said any decision on troop withdrawal ahead before Afghan government-Taliban talks is not in favor of Afghanistan. Just last week, the insurgents killed some two dozen Afghan troops in an attack on an army base in northern Kunduz province. "Left unchecked", Votel said in his report to Congress, ISIS-Khorasan "will continue to grow as a threat to our homeland". (more...)
- February 11, 2019
The High Peace Council's spokesman Sayed Ehsan Taheri, meanwhile, said any decision on troop withdrawal ahead before Afghan government-Taliban talks is not in favor of Afghanistan. Just last week, the insurgents killed some two dozen Afghan troops in an attack on an army base in northern Kunduz province. "Left unchecked", Votel said in his report to Congress, ISIS-Khorasan "will continue to grow as a threat to our homeland". (more...)
Accuser of Lt. Gov. willing to testify to Virginia lawmakers
- February 11, 2019
A digest of the top political stories from the Globe, sent to your inbox Monday-Friday. "Fairfax can no longer fulfill his duties", the Democratic caucuses of both the state House and Senate said in a joint statement. On Sunday he tweeted out : "African Americans are very angry at the double standard on full display in Virginia!" Republicans, including Trump, have predicted the scandal plaguing Virginia's top Democratic officials will give them the opportunity to make political gains in ... (more...)
- February 11, 2019
A digest of the top political stories from the Globe, sent to your inbox Monday-Friday. "Fairfax can no longer fulfill his duties", the Democratic caucuses of both the state House and Senate said in a joint statement. On Sunday he tweeted out : "African Americans are very angry at the double standard on full display in Virginia!" Republicans, including Trump, have predicted the scandal plaguing Virginia's top Democratic officials will give them the opportunity to make political gains in ... (more...)
Israeli fire kills 2 Palestinian teens: Gaza officials
- February 11, 2019
All other details of the woman's killing remain the subject of an Israeli gag order. The Dutch government has announced it will start to recognise the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank , including East Jerusalem, as official birthplaces for Palestinians who were born in the country after the establishment of Israel. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
All other details of the woman's killing remain the subject of an Israeli gag order. The Dutch government has announced it will start to recognise the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank , including East Jerusalem, as official birthplaces for Palestinians who were born in the country after the establishment of Israel. (more...)
More than 100 dead after drinking bootleg alcohol in India
- February 11, 2019
In the adjoining Haridwar district, the death toll had risen to 28, from 12 on Friday, broadcaster NDTV reported. Officials says dozens more people are in hospitals recovering from the toxic brew. They have seized hundreds of liters of so-called country-made liquor. "The entire matter is being investigated and guilty would not be spared", an excise department official said. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
In the adjoining Haridwar district, the death toll had risen to 28, from 12 on Friday, broadcaster NDTV reported. Officials says dozens more people are in hospitals recovering from the toxic brew. They have seized hundreds of liters of so-called country-made liquor. "The entire matter is being investigated and guilty would not be spared", an excise department official said. (more...)
Thailand election panel disqualifies princess as PM candidate
- February 11, 2019
Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, who also announced his candidacy the same day as Princess Ubolratana did, will be running for the post as a representative for a new pro-military party established by his loyalists. Ubolratana Mahidol has filled many roles in her 67 years, from Thai princess and royal rebel to Californian mother, pop singer, film actress, charity worker and flamboyant social media celebrity. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, who also announced his candidacy the same day as Princess Ubolratana did, will be running for the post as a representative for a new pro-military party established by his loyalists. Ubolratana Mahidol has filled many roles in her 67 years, from Thai princess and royal rebel to Californian mother, pop singer, film actress, charity worker and flamboyant social media celebrity. (more...)
Hakeem al-Araibi: Thailand to free refugee footballer
- February 11, 2019
A police auto believed to be carrying Bahraini footballer Hakeem Al Araibi is pictured as it leaves the Bangkok's Remand Prison, Thailand, February 11, 2019. The Bahraini government had insisted that he should be treated as a simple fugitive and will have an opportunity to appeal his conviction in the country's courts. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
A police auto believed to be carrying Bahraini footballer Hakeem Al Araibi is pictured as it leaves the Bangkok's Remand Prison, Thailand, February 11, 2019. The Bahraini government had insisted that he should be treated as a simple fugitive and will have an opportunity to appeal his conviction in the country's courts. (more...)
Despite talks, not yet reached any conclusion to end hostilities: Af Taliban
- February 11, 2019
U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly signaled his intention to wind down America's longest conflict, declaring Tuesday in his State of the Union address that "great nations do not fight endless wars". He said he wants those intra-Afghan negotiations to start immediately. Noting that Mullah Baradar, now based in Doha, was already facilitating the US-Taliban talks, the US envoy said that his role had also been recognised by former Afghanistan president Hamid Karzai and his successor ... (more...)
- February 11, 2019
U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly signaled his intention to wind down America's longest conflict, declaring Tuesday in his State of the Union address that "great nations do not fight endless wars". He said he wants those intra-Afghan negotiations to start immediately. Noting that Mullah Baradar, now based in Doha, was already facilitating the US-Taliban talks, the US envoy said that his role had also been recognised by former Afghanistan president Hamid Karzai and his successor ... (more...)
Death toll rises in Istanbul building collapse
- February 11, 2019
Mr Erdogan, visiting the site on Saturday, said: "We have a great number of lessons to learn from this". He said someone had illegally built its top two floors with low quality concrete and sea sand instead of construction-grade concrete and stronger steel. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
Mr Erdogan, visiting the site on Saturday, said: "We have a great number of lessons to learn from this". He said someone had illegally built its top two floors with low quality concrete and sea sand instead of construction-grade concrete and stronger steel. (more...)
More violence in Paris as 'yellow vests' keep marching
- February 11, 2019
The rallies turned violent, with clashes erupting and police resorting to tear gas to disperse the demonstrators. About 200 "yellow vests" demonstrators protested in the western French city of Nantes on Saturday, Feb. "Every day the military. protects our compatriots from the risk of terrorism. It wasn't pretty: he was screaming with pain, he had no fingers - he didn't have much above the wrist", he said. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
The rallies turned violent, with clashes erupting and police resorting to tear gas to disperse the demonstrators. About 200 "yellow vests" demonstrators protested in the western French city of Nantes on Saturday, Feb. "Every day the military. protects our compatriots from the risk of terrorism. It wasn't pretty: he was screaming with pain, he had no fingers - he didn't have much above the wrist", he said. (more...)
New Footage of Roger Stone Arrest Just Released
- February 11, 2019
U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson is considering issuing a gag order in Stone's case to prevent any impact on potential jurors. Stone accuses the prosecutors of "shopping for a preferred district judge". US intelligence agencies have said that Russia was the source of the hacked material, and previous year Mueller charged 12 Russian intelligence officers in the hacking. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson is considering issuing a gag order in Stone's case to prevent any impact on potential jurors. Stone accuses the prosecutors of "shopping for a preferred district judge". US intelligence agencies have said that Russia was the source of the hacked material, and previous year Mueller charged 12 Russian intelligence officers in the hacking. (more...)
Another potent winter storm arrives Monday
- February 11, 2019
The snow will come in three waves beginning Sunday evening, followed by systems coming to the region Monday night and Thursday night. In Washington, the National Weather Service told people to anticipate steady snowfall from Sunday afternoon in the Olympic Peninsula, spreading into the Puget Sound area by evening. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
The snow will come in three waves beginning Sunday evening, followed by systems coming to the region Monday night and Thursday night. In Washington, the National Weather Service told people to anticipate steady snowfall from Sunday afternoon in the Olympic Peninsula, spreading into the Puget Sound area by evening. (more...)
Cloudy, wet weather returns Sunday; heavier rain early next week
- February 11, 2019
The statement said a mix of snow and ice pellets should touch down overnight on Monday. The London area is in for a messy mix of snow and freezing drizzle early this week. That means, although rain will be falling through the atmosphere, it will freeze on contact with the roads and anything at the surface. The Sunday forecast includes a chance of rain, freezing rain and snow in the pre-dawn hours, followed by rain through the rest of Sunday. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
The statement said a mix of snow and ice pellets should touch down overnight on Monday. The London area is in for a messy mix of snow and freezing drizzle early this week. That means, although rain will be falling through the atmosphere, it will freeze on contact with the roads and anything at the surface. The Sunday forecast includes a chance of rain, freezing rain and snow in the pre-dawn hours, followed by rain through the rest of Sunday. (more...)
Tearful police chief swears in Texas girl battling cancer
- February 11, 2019
The 6-year-old girl is battling Wilms tumor , a cancer that doctors say there is no cure. Not wanting to waste any of her remaining time, Abigail was able to live out her dream of wanting to be a police officer after the Freeport Police swore her in as an honorary officer. (more...)
- February 11, 2019
The 6-year-old girl is battling Wilms tumor , a cancer that doctors say there is no cure. Not wanting to waste any of her remaining time, Abigail was able to live out her dream of wanting to be a police officer after the Freeport Police swore her in as an honorary officer. (more...)
Canada mosque shooter jailed for life | newkerala.com #99593
- February 10, 2019
Quebec Superior Court Justice Francois Huot called Alexandre Bissonnette's attack gratuitous and insidious as he handed down the sentence Friday. As the judge read a detailed account of the shooter's actions, several people in the Quebec City courtroom wept. (more...)
- February 10, 2019
Quebec Superior Court Justice Francois Huot called Alexandre Bissonnette's attack gratuitous and insidious as he handed down the sentence Friday. As the judge read a detailed account of the shooter's actions, several people in the Quebec City courtroom wept. (more...)
Finnish basic income trial creates happiness, but not jobs
- February 10, 2019
Finland's government announced on Friday the first findings from its basic income trial that ended a month ago, with researchers saying it had failed to spur the unemployed to work more and earn more as hoped. Prime Minister Juha Sipila's Centre Party has proposed limiting the basic income to poor people, with sanctions if they reject a job offer, while Conservative finance minister Petteri Orpo says he favors a scheme like Britain's Universal Credit. (more...)
- February 10, 2019
Finland's government announced on Friday the first findings from its basic income trial that ended a month ago, with researchers saying it had failed to spur the unemployed to work more and earn more as hoped. Prime Minister Juha Sipila's Centre Party has proposed limiting the basic income to poor people, with sanctions if they reject a job offer, while Conservative finance minister Petteri Orpo says he favors a scheme like Britain's Universal Credit. (more...)
The Times view on Russian gas lines: Putin's Pipe Dreams
- February 10, 2019
The EU executive wants a say over how Nord Stream 2 is used before its construction, which involves European companies, is completed. The United States is keen to increase sales of LNG to Germany and the European Union, which is likely one major reason President Donald Trump has been so vocal in his opposition to the Nord Stream 2 project. (more...)
- February 10, 2019
The EU executive wants a say over how Nord Stream 2 is used before its construction, which involves European companies, is completed. The United States is keen to increase sales of LNG to Germany and the European Union, which is likely one major reason President Donald Trump has been so vocal in his opposition to the Nord Stream 2 project. (more...)
Greek parliament approves protocol for Macedonia to join North Atlantic Treaty Organisation
- February 10, 2019
The protocol was backed by 153 lawmakers in the 300-seat legislative body, with 140 lawmakers voting against it and one lawmaker abstaining from the vote. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said Macedonia may now take part in NATO ministerial meetings as an invitee, starting with a gathering of defence ministers in Brussels next week. (more...)
- February 10, 2019
The protocol was backed by 153 lawmakers in the 300-seat legislative body, with 140 lawmakers voting against it and one lawmaker abstaining from the vote. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said Macedonia may now take part in NATO ministerial meetings as an invitee, starting with a gathering of defence ministers in Brussels next week. (more...)
Groom charged over alleged sexual assault of teenage waitress at own wedding
- February 10, 2019
An employee told officers that Aimers had punched him after he tried to stop the groom from bringing alcohol outside. Aimers then tried to board a nearby shuttle bus, despite the officers' commands to surrender. The waitress recalled Aimers offering her $100 and asking, "Can you kiss me like you mean it?" The victim told police she eventually shoved the groom aside and escaped the bathroom. (more...)
- February 10, 2019
An employee told officers that Aimers had punched him after he tried to stop the groom from bringing alcohol outside. Aimers then tried to board a nearby shuttle bus, despite the officers' commands to surrender. The waitress recalled Aimers offering her $100 and asking, "Can you kiss me like you mean it?" The victim told police she eventually shoved the groom aside and escaped the bathroom. (more...)
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