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Hong Kong protesters target mainland Chinese traders
- July 13, 2019
Police went on to several streets and footbridges, apparently looking for protesters, and used loudhailers to stop some demonstrators from using laser light beams to target them. Most of the shops in Sheung Shui were shuttered ahead of the protests, with protesters forcing the few still open to close, images broadcast by local media showed. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Police went on to several streets and footbridges, apparently looking for protesters, and used loudhailers to stop some demonstrators from using laser light beams to target them. Most of the shops in Sheung Shui were shuttered ahead of the protests, with protesters forcing the few still open to close, images broadcast by local media showed. (more...)
Infiniti Impaled by Saguaro Cactus, Driver Walks Away Unharmed
- July 13, 2019
The driver, Kai Scott, 39, was charged for criminal damage and driving under the influence, KVOA reported. Pima County sheriff's deputy Daniel Jelineo said the black sports auto struck the saguaro cactus in the accident on the outskirts of Tucson before ending up on the wrong side of the road. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
The driver, Kai Scott, 39, was charged for criminal damage and driving under the influence, KVOA reported. Pima County sheriff's deputy Daniel Jelineo said the black sports auto struck the saguaro cactus in the accident on the outskirts of Tucson before ending up on the wrong side of the road. (more...)
US House votes to curb Trump powers to start Iran war
- July 13, 2019
Val Demings (D-Fla.) said . "I believe that Pelosi is a good leader and one that has the ability to bring all sides together", he said. Ocasio-Cortez responded in an interview with The Washington Post: "When these comments first started, I kind of thought that she was keeping the progressive flank at more of an arm's distance in order to protect more moderate members, which I understood, " she said. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Val Demings (D-Fla.) said . "I believe that Pelosi is a good leader and one that has the ability to bring all sides together", he said. Ocasio-Cortez responded in an interview with The Washington Post: "When these comments first started, I kind of thought that she was keeping the progressive flank at more of an arm's distance in order to protect more moderate members, which I understood, " she said. (more...)
S Korea proposes U.N. probe over Japanese sanctions claims
- July 13, 2019
However, a Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs official yesterday said that the curbs on exports of the materials were not retaliation in the feud over compensation for South Koreans forced to work for Japanese firms. South Korea's foreign minister on Wednesday expressed concern about Japan's stringent trade controls, telling U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo they could destabilize not only the South Korean economy but also global supply chains. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
However, a Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs official yesterday said that the curbs on exports of the materials were not retaliation in the feud over compensation for South Koreans forced to work for Japanese firms. South Korea's foreign minister on Wednesday expressed concern about Japan's stringent trade controls, telling U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo they could destabilize not only the South Korean economy but also global supply chains. (more...)
United Kingdom police investigate Kim Darroch cables
- July 13, 2019
Osborne described the statement as "ill-advised". Trump also said that the U.S. would "no longer deal with him". He said, "I would advise all owners, editors and publishers of social and mainstream media not to publish leaked government documents that may already be in their possession, or which may be offered to them, and to turn them over to the police or give them back to their rightful owner, Her Majesty's Government". (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Osborne described the statement as "ill-advised". Trump also said that the U.S. would "no longer deal with him". He said, "I would advise all owners, editors and publishers of social and mainstream media not to publish leaked government documents that may already be in their possession, or which may be offered to them, and to turn them over to the police or give them back to their rightful owner, Her Majesty's Government". (more...)
Turkey drills off Cyprus in bid for regional influence
- July 13, 2019
The European Union yesterday warned Turkey that it would impose sanctions on it if it continued to drill for gas off the coast of Cyprus in the Mediterranean. Ankara, which does not have diplomatic relations with Cyprus, says that certain areas in Cyprus's offshore maritime zone, known as an EEZ, fall under the jurisdiction of Turkey or of Turkish Cypriots, who have their own breakaway state in the north of the island which is recognised only by Turkey. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
The European Union yesterday warned Turkey that it would impose sanctions on it if it continued to drill for gas off the coast of Cyprus in the Mediterranean. Ankara, which does not have diplomatic relations with Cyprus, says that certain areas in Cyprus's offshore maritime zone, known as an EEZ, fall under the jurisdiction of Turkey or of Turkish Cypriots, who have their own breakaway state in the north of the island which is recognised only by Turkey. (more...)
Brazilian leader Bolsonaro says he may nominate son as US ambassador
- July 13, 2019
Eduardo Bolsonaro, 35, who is now serving as a congressman and advises his father on foreign affairs, told reporters he would accept the post if it were offered. The congressman added he had already "fried hamburgers" in the United States and "improved my English" there, the daily Folha de Sao Paulo reported. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Eduardo Bolsonaro, 35, who is now serving as a congressman and advises his father on foreign affairs, told reporters he would accept the post if it were offered. The congressman added he had already "fried hamburgers" in the United States and "improved my English" there, the daily Folha de Sao Paulo reported. (more...)
'Misogynistic douchebag' goes on rant in a Bagel Boss, gets tackled
- July 13, 2019
A bagel shop on Long Island is getting national attention after a video of an angry customer went viral , showing him in an expletive-loaded tirade that ended with him being tackled to the ground. "The girl was just smiling, minding her business", Fedorka said. One male customer can be heard saying something to the enraged man, only for the man to confront him and even challenge him to step outside and fight. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
A bagel shop on Long Island is getting national attention after a video of an angry customer went viral , showing him in an expletive-loaded tirade that ended with him being tackled to the ground. "The girl was just smiling, minding her business", Fedorka said. One male customer can be heard saying something to the enraged man, only for the man to confront him and even challenge him to step outside and fight. (more...)
Boris Johnson Says Brexit Deadline Must Not Be Seen as 'Phony'
- July 13, 2019
But he again refused to rule out such a radical step, even though former prime minister John Major and Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond have said they'd be prepared to take legal action to prevent that course of action. In a swipe at his Mr Johnson, Mr Hunt said he would deliver Brexit "more quickly than the alternative". Diane James: I don't think that the European Union has yet capitulated completely and said they will allow another extension, that's still something that is ... (more...)
- July 13, 2019
But he again refused to rule out such a radical step, even though former prime minister John Major and Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond have said they'd be prepared to take legal action to prevent that course of action. In a swipe at his Mr Johnson, Mr Hunt said he would deliver Brexit "more quickly than the alternative". Diane James: I don't think that the European Union has yet capitulated completely and said they will allow another extension, that's still something that is ... (more...)
Pence presses border crisis on visit with Senate Judiciary Committee to RGV
- July 13, 2019
Republicans have responded to Democrats' criticism of the detention facility by saying they are unfairly maligning border agents who are doing their best under hard circumstances because of the surge of Central American migrants. "My family came as refugees because they are Jews". Pence says he has pushed for more federal spending to deal with the situation. He said Trump wanted him there with media cameras to see for themselves how people were being treated. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Republicans have responded to Democrats' criticism of the detention facility by saying they are unfairly maligning border agents who are doing their best under hard circumstances because of the surge of Central American migrants. "My family came as refugees because they are Jews". Pence says he has pushed for more federal spending to deal with the situation. He said Trump wanted him there with media cameras to see for themselves how people were being treated. (more...)
Instagrammers refuse to heed Siberia’s warnings on toxic lake
- July 13, 2019
The company was quoted as saying, "You cannot swim in the ash dump". After realising their ash dump had become the "star of social networks", they chose to answer some of the commonly asked questions. This has not stopped people from flocking to the site to take photographs. Here's one guy's report, courtesy of an Instagram caption : "The next morning, my legs were slightly red and itchy day two, then it went [away]". (more...)
- July 13, 2019
The company was quoted as saying, "You cannot swim in the ash dump". After realising their ash dump had become the "star of social networks", they chose to answer some of the commonly asked questions. This has not stopped people from flocking to the site to take photographs. Here's one guy's report, courtesy of an Instagram caption : "The next morning, my legs were slightly red and itchy day two, then it went [away]". (more...)
10 rebel Goa Cong MLAs formally join BJP in Delhi
- July 13, 2019
The Goa crisis has emerged as the Congress fights for survival in Karnataka, where its coalition with the Janata Dal Secular (JDS) is dangerously close to a collapse after 18 exits. The MLAs told the bench on Friday that the Speaker had not taken any decision on their move to step down, adding that he had no immunity with regard to the acceptance of the resignations. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
The Goa crisis has emerged as the Congress fights for survival in Karnataka, where its coalition with the Janata Dal Secular (JDS) is dangerously close to a collapse after 18 exits. The MLAs told the bench on Friday that the Speaker had not taken any decision on their move to step down, adding that he had no immunity with regard to the acceptance of the resignations. (more...)
Frantic drivers dash from cars to grab spilled cash off highway
- July 13, 2019
The driver said the side door flew open, sending money onto the interstate. The videos also left many wondering whether they had missed a great opportunity to make some easy money. "We understand it was a freaky occurrence, but do the right thing and return the money". This isn't the first time a do-gooder has returned money under similar circumstances. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
The driver said the side door flew open, sending money onto the interstate. The videos also left many wondering whether they had missed a great opportunity to make some easy money. "We understand it was a freaky occurrence, but do the right thing and return the money". This isn't the first time a do-gooder has returned money under similar circumstances. (more...)
Twitter Goes Down Again In Widespread Outage; Cause Identified
- July 13, 2019
Downdetector showed reports from around the globe confirming Twitter was down starting at 11:46 a.m. PT. According to Downdetector .com, the outage didn't just affect people in the United States. "Thanks for noticing - we're going to fix it up and have things back to normal soon", a message on the website's homepage reads. The social networking site posted a message on its status page that read, "We are now investigating issues people are having accessing Twitter ". (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Downdetector showed reports from around the globe confirming Twitter was down starting at 11:46 a.m. PT. According to Downdetector .com, the outage didn't just affect people in the United States. "Thanks for noticing - we're going to fix it up and have things back to normal soon", a message on the website's homepage reads. The social networking site posted a message on its status page that read, "We are now investigating issues people are having accessing Twitter ". (more...)
Massive Hawaii wildfire forces hundreds to evacuate
- July 13, 2019
Smoke filled the sky in Maui, Hawaii, as a wildfire spread on the island, pictured. "We're not going to send any firefighters into harm's way". In a press conference Thursday, Maui Mayor Mike Victorino said that while firefighters would monitor the flames, they would not be able to bring the blaze under control overnight because of the dangers of battling it under darkness. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Smoke filled the sky in Maui, Hawaii, as a wildfire spread on the island, pictured. "We're not going to send any firefighters into harm's way". In a press conference Thursday, Maui Mayor Mike Victorino said that while firefighters would monitor the flames, they would not be able to bring the blaze under control overnight because of the dangers of battling it under darkness. (more...)
Donald Trump calls Paul Ryan 'a lame duck failure'
- July 13, 2019
The volley of insults marks the nadir of a volatile relationship between Trump and the former top-ranking House Republican, who pushed the party to dump the real estate mogul after the "Access Hollywood" tape and refused to campaign with the presidential nominee, but then later battled to push Trump's agenda through Congress. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
The volley of insults marks the nadir of a volatile relationship between Trump and the former top-ranking House Republican, who pushed the party to dump the real estate mogul after the "Access Hollywood" tape and refused to campaign with the presidential nominee, but then later battled to push Trump's agenda through Congress. (more...)
China rebuked by 22 nations over Xinjiang repression
- July 13, 2019
The document was signed on 8 July and released yesterday. The signatories include Switzerland , France, Australia, Britain, Denmark, New Zealand, Norway and the Netherlands. The detentions are created to eradicate their religious and ethnic identities, Reuters reported Wednesday, citing diplomats and letters. Former detainees have reported cases of torture, forced medication, and rape. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
The document was signed on 8 July and released yesterday. The signatories include Switzerland , France, Australia, Britain, Denmark, New Zealand, Norway and the Netherlands. The detentions are created to eradicate their religious and ethnic identities, Reuters reported Wednesday, citing diplomats and letters. Former detainees have reported cases of torture, forced medication, and rape. (more...)
Somalia: blast, armed attack leaves 10 dead
- July 13, 2019
Security official Abdiweli Mohamed said several heavily armed gunmen forced their way inside the hotel, shooting as they went. Somalia's al-Shabab Islamic rebels claimed responsibility for the attack. Local leaders and politicians were meeting at the hotel at the time of the attack. Somali Journalsits Syndicate (SJS) condemns the barbaric attack targeting journalists and other members of the public in the hotel. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Security official Abdiweli Mohamed said several heavily armed gunmen forced their way inside the hotel, shooting as they went. Somalia's al-Shabab Islamic rebels claimed responsibility for the attack. Local leaders and politicians were meeting at the hotel at the time of the attack. Somali Journalsits Syndicate (SJS) condemns the barbaric attack targeting journalists and other members of the public in the hotel. (more...)
North Korea will maintain nuclear arsenal for decades
- July 13, 2019
The statement said the United States and 23 other countries sent a letter to the UN Security Council committee monitoring sanctions on North Korea demanding urgent action 'under the absurd pretext of "excess in the amount of refined petroleum imported"'. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
The statement said the United States and 23 other countries sent a letter to the UN Security Council committee monitoring sanctions on North Korea demanding urgent action 'under the absurd pretext of "excess in the amount of refined petroleum imported"'. (more...)
Mom jailed after sharing viral video of her daughter licking tongue depressor
- July 13, 2019
Many people believed the video to be a part of a disturbing trend in which people are licking food and objects before placing them back on shelves and posting the videos on social media. In addition, we immediately removed all the materials from the container with the depressors of our room inspections and had a re-disinfection of the entire facility. (more...)
- July 13, 2019
Many people believed the video to be a part of a disturbing trend in which people are licking food and objects before placing them back on shelves and posting the videos on social media. In addition, we immediately removed all the materials from the container with the depressors of our room inspections and had a re-disinfection of the entire facility. (more...)
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