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'Major wind storm' expected on Sunday
- February 25, 2019
Damage to buildings and power outages are possible, the agency said. It could also affect the Monday morning commute as the gusting winds are expected to continue. The special weather statement follows a series of advisories issues by Environment Canada recently in the wake of tumultuous weather conditions that have brought a unsafe mix of freezing rain, ice pellets and heavy snowfalls to the region. (more...)
- February 25, 2019
Damage to buildings and power outages are possible, the agency said. It could also affect the Monday morning commute as the gusting winds are expected to continue. The special weather statement follows a series of advisories issues by Environment Canada recently in the wake of tumultuous weather conditions that have brought a unsafe mix of freezing rain, ice pellets and heavy snowfalls to the region. (more...)
Senator tells youth climate change activists "I know what I'm doing"
- February 25, 2019
Fox & Friends hosts combined two of their favorite targets Sunday, socialism and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ridiculing her decision to "redistribute" her office's finances to provide staffers livable wages. "I'm fine with her moving money around in her office", Pavlich said. As you read this, young people in Europe and the United States are organizing marches, walk-outs, and sit-ins to protest the way their governments are handling (or ignoring) climate change. (more...)
- February 25, 2019
Fox & Friends hosts combined two of their favorite targets Sunday, socialism and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ridiculing her decision to "redistribute" her office's finances to provide staffers livable wages. "I'm fine with her moving money around in her office", Pavlich said. As you read this, young people in Europe and the United States are organizing marches, walk-outs, and sit-ins to protest the way their governments are handling (or ignoring) climate change. (more...)
Snow From Storm 'Just Getting Started' Shuts Schools
- February 25, 2019
The service said the airport in Flagstaff received 23.8 inches of snow in one day, breaking its daily record of 10 inches in one day in 1944. How much has fallen near you? "We're quickly approaching the all-time daily record snowfall for Flagstaff of 31.0" (set in 1915)", the weather service said in a tweet. (more...)
- February 25, 2019
The service said the airport in Flagstaff received 23.8 inches of snow in one day, breaking its daily record of 10 inches in one day in 1944. How much has fallen near you? "We're quickly approaching the all-time daily record snowfall for Flagstaff of 31.0" (set in 1915)", the weather service said in a tweet. (more...)
When Staff Sought Better Jobs, Amy Klobuchar Tried To Undermine Them
- February 25, 2019
The anecdote swiftly became social media fodder late Friday, but also added to the many claims of Klobuchar demeaning staff members over the course of her Senate career. Well, we have some fresh ones that The New York Times found . "Have I pushed people too hard? Yes". Klobuchar announced earlier this month that she would join the crowded field of Democratic candidates lining up to take on President Trump in 2020. (more...)
- February 25, 2019
The anecdote swiftly became social media fodder late Friday, but also added to the many claims of Klobuchar demeaning staff members over the course of her Senate career. Well, we have some fresh ones that The New York Times found . "Have I pushed people too hard? Yes". Klobuchar announced earlier this month that she would join the crowded field of Democratic candidates lining up to take on President Trump in 2020. (more...)
Blizzard conditions move into western Kansas early Saturday
- February 24, 2019
Now, we get a break with a foggy/misty/gray day on our Saturday. Sunshine will return by late morning or early afternoon, but conditions will remain cold with highs only around 22. Winds could gust as high as 40 miles per hour. Snowfall accumulations of 2-4 inches expected with wind gusts to 45 miles per hour leading to risky travel conditions and low visibility. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
Now, we get a break with a foggy/misty/gray day on our Saturday. Sunshine will return by late morning or early afternoon, but conditions will remain cold with highs only around 22. Winds could gust as high as 40 miles per hour. Snowfall accumulations of 2-4 inches expected with wind gusts to 45 miles per hour leading to risky travel conditions and low visibility. (more...)
American airstrikes contribute to record number of children, civilians killed in Afghanistan
- February 24, 2019
The United States and Russian Federation have agreed to explore options on securing travel waivers for Taliban negotiators to participate in talks to end the war in Afghanistan, the US peace envoy said ahead of a fresh round of peace talks scheduled on Monday. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
The United States and Russian Federation have agreed to explore options on securing travel waivers for Taliban negotiators to participate in talks to end the war in Afghanistan, the US peace envoy said ahead of a fresh round of peace talks scheduled on Monday. (more...)
Moscow court extends detention of ex-Marine held for spying
- February 24, 2019
A spying conviction in Russian Federation carries a possible prison sentence of up to 20 years. Whelan has not been formally charged, and the Moscow court made a decision to keep him in pre-trial custody. The US embassy in Moscow said it was closely following the case, but could not provide any further information because Russian authorities had so far prevented Whelan from signing a privacy waiver. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
A spying conviction in Russian Federation carries a possible prison sentence of up to 20 years. Whelan has not been formally charged, and the Moscow court made a decision to keep him in pre-trial custody. The US embassy in Moscow said it was closely following the case, but could not provide any further information because Russian authorities had so far prevented Whelan from signing a privacy waiver. (more...)
Iran Living Up to Commitments under Nuclear Deal, IAEA Confirms
- February 24, 2019
The IAEA said it has carried out complementary access inspections at all locations in Iran that it needed to visit. Last week, European nations rejected a call from US Vice President Mike Pence to follow the US lead in withdrawing from the Iranian nuclear deal. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
The IAEA said it has carried out complementary access inspections at all locations in Iran that it needed to visit. Last week, European nations rejected a call from US Vice President Mike Pence to follow the US lead in withdrawing from the Iranian nuclear deal. (more...)
May seeks more time, promises vote on Brexit deal by March 12
- February 24, 2019
However former prime minister Gordon Brown said extending Article 50 "is now the only sensible game in town". No. Deep divisions in the cabinet over how to manage Brexit burst into the open this week, with three ministers - Amber Rudd, David Gauke and Greg Clark - warning in a statement published in the Daily Mail on Saturday that if a breakthrough could not be achieved, "in the next few days", then the article 50 notice period for leaving the European Union must be extended. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
However former prime minister Gordon Brown said extending Article 50 "is now the only sensible game in town". No. Deep divisions in the cabinet over how to manage Brexit burst into the open this week, with three ministers - Amber Rudd, David Gauke and Greg Clark - warning in a statement published in the Daily Mail on Saturday that if a breakthrough could not be achieved, "in the next few days", then the article 50 notice period for leaving the European Union must be extended. (more...)
US Department of Justice Preparing to Receive Mueller Report Next Week
- February 24, 2019
Put simply, for the findings of Mueller's final report not to reach the public would be an affront to the American people. He was also given the option of referring any other matters that he might come across to federal prosecutors. (And I'm not sure I believe that the DOJ really wants Mueller to finish up so that his report doesn't screw up the next kabuki summit with Kim Jong-un.) And it emphasizes that the process of finishing the job and issuing the report is pretty cloudy itself. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
Put simply, for the findings of Mueller's final report not to reach the public would be an affront to the American people. He was also given the option of referring any other matters that he might come across to federal prosecutors. (And I'm not sure I believe that the DOJ really wants Mueller to finish up so that his report doesn't screw up the next kabuki summit with Kim Jong-un.) And it emphasizes that the process of finishing the job and issuing the report is pretty cloudy itself. (more...)
100 vehicles gutted in fire at Aero India 2019 show
- February 24, 2019
No planes are reported to have suffered any damage. Sources say they will fly once the fire is completely doused. No casualties have been reported so far. As many as 10 fire tenders were dispatched and they managed to bring the blaze under control quickly by creating gaps between cars by removing adjacent cars. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
No planes are reported to have suffered any damage. Sources say they will fly once the fire is completely doused. No casualties have been reported so far. As many as 10 fire tenders were dispatched and they managed to bring the blaze under control quickly by creating gaps between cars by removing adjacent cars. (more...)
Ian Austin quits Labour party but won't join Independent Group
- February 24, 2019
Speaking to the paper, he said he had become ashamed of Labour under the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn, adding that the party had been taken over by the hard left. According to some reports, member Luciana Berger said on Channel 4 News that the group had funded the launch themselves. Since The Independent Group are not a party yet, however, they are unable to access such money. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
Speaking to the paper, he said he had become ashamed of Labour under the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn, adding that the party had been taken over by the hard left. According to some reports, member Luciana Berger said on Channel 4 News that the group had funded the launch themselves. Since The Independent Group are not a party yet, however, they are unable to access such money. (more...)
Biman Bangladesh Airlines plane to Dubai lands after hijack attempt
- February 24, 2019
Security personnel stand guard outside of the hijacked aircraft of the Biman Bangladesh Airlines in the Shah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram, Bangladesh February 24, 2019. The country's civil aviation chief, Nayeem Hasan, said the suspect had claimed to have a bomb aboard the flight. "I am saying this because of his behaviour. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
Security personnel stand guard outside of the hijacked aircraft of the Biman Bangladesh Airlines in the Shah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram, Bangladesh February 24, 2019. The country's civil aviation chief, Nayeem Hasan, said the suspect had claimed to have a bomb aboard the flight. "I am saying this because of his behaviour. (more...)
President Sisi inaugurate 1st Arab-European Summit
- February 24, 2019
However, an European Union official said on Friday that there "will be no deal in the desert". An EU source said there will "be no deal in the desert" when asked if EU leaders would huddle together to explore ways to break the logjam over Britain's looming exit from the bloc on March 29. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
However, an European Union official said on Friday that there "will be no deal in the desert". An EU source said there will "be no deal in the desert" when asked if EU leaders would huddle together to explore ways to break the logjam over Britain's looming exit from the bloc on March 29. (more...)
Iran launches cruise missile from submarine during drill
- February 24, 2019
Iran will be testing its new domestically built Fateh (Conqueror) submarine , which is armed with cruise missiles and was launched last week at the Bandar Abbas naval base, state media said. In January, Iran fired a land-to-land missile at Israel's Golan Heights after Israeli aircrafts had carried out airstrikes on military facilities at Damascus International Airport belonging to Iran. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
Iran will be testing its new domestically built Fateh (Conqueror) submarine , which is armed with cruise missiles and was launched last week at the Bandar Abbas naval base, state media said. In January, Iran fired a land-to-land missile at Israel's Golan Heights after Israeli aircrafts had carried out airstrikes on military facilities at Damascus International Airport belonging to Iran. (more...)
Iraqi president meets with Egypt's Sisi to boost joint cooperation
- February 24, 2019
Tusk expressed appreciation for Egypt's distinguished historical relations with the European Union, stating his pleasure in visiting Sharm al-Sheikh and meeting with President Sisi on the side of the summit. British Prime Minister Theresa May will be attendance. German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Dutch Prime Minsiter Mark Rutte are among more than 20 European Union leaders expected to go to Egypt. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
Tusk expressed appreciation for Egypt's distinguished historical relations with the European Union, stating his pleasure in visiting Sharm al-Sheikh and meeting with President Sisi on the side of the summit. British Prime Minister Theresa May will be attendance. German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Dutch Prime Minsiter Mark Rutte are among more than 20 European Union leaders expected to go to Egypt. (more...)
Saudi Arabia replaces ambassador to USA
- February 24, 2019
In October 2017, the princess became the first woman to lead a Saudi multi-sports federation, covering sporting activities for men and women. Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan of Saudi Arabia is replacing Prince Khalid bin Salman, a son of the king, as the kingdom's ambassador to the United States . (more...)
- February 24, 2019
In October 2017, the princess became the first woman to lead a Saudi multi-sports federation, covering sporting activities for men and women. Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan of Saudi Arabia is replacing Prince Khalid bin Salman, a son of the king, as the kingdom's ambassador to the United States . (more...)
7.5-magnitude earthquake rocks Ecuador-Peru border region
- February 24, 2019
Dear compatriots, the preliminary reports of the first earthquakes near Macas do not indicate major damages. The USGS's initial reading assessed the quake, which occurred at 5.17am local time on Friday, at magnitude 7 .7. A second, 5.5 magnitude natural disaster struck in western Ecuador , near Guayaquil. "They were felt throughout the country and some provincial emergency committees have already been activated". (more...)
- February 24, 2019
Dear compatriots, the preliminary reports of the first earthquakes near Macas do not indicate major damages. The USGS's initial reading assessed the quake, which occurred at 5.17am local time on Friday, at magnitude 7 .7. A second, 5.5 magnitude natural disaster struck in western Ecuador , near Guayaquil. "They were felt throughout the country and some provincial emergency committees have already been activated". (more...)
Man's dream to honour 10 American servicemen realised with flypast
- February 24, 2019
Tony was joined by the relatives of the crew and together they watched a fly past by U.S. and RAF aircraft to remember the crash and this unique act of bravery. The headstones of Staff Sergeant Harry W Estabrooks, Sergeant Maurice D Robbins and Sergeant Charles H Tuttle were dressed on Friday with sand from Omaha Beach in Normandy, France. (more...)
- February 24, 2019
Tony was joined by the relatives of the crew and together they watched a fly past by U.S. and RAF aircraft to remember the crash and this unique act of bravery. The headstones of Staff Sergeant Harry W Estabrooks, Sergeant Maurice D Robbins and Sergeant Charles H Tuttle were dressed on Friday with sand from Omaha Beach in Normandy, France. (more...)
Government Publishes No-Deal Brexit Plans
- February 24, 2019
There is now no Irish passport office in Northern Ireland . Dublin/London . Ireland will no longer recognise the United Kingdom driving licences of people living in Ireland in the event of a no-deal Brexit , The Guardian reports."The advice to such drivers is that they should exchange their United Kingdom driving licence for an Irish driving licence before the 29 March 2019". (more...)
- February 24, 2019
There is now no Irish passport office in Northern Ireland . Dublin/London . Ireland will no longer recognise the United Kingdom driving licences of people living in Ireland in the event of a no-deal Brexit , The Guardian reports."The advice to such drivers is that they should exchange their United Kingdom driving licence for an Irish driving licence before the 29 March 2019". (more...)
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