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Canadian air force joins hunt for teen murder suspects
- July 29, 2019
Minister of Public Safety Ralph Goodale announced the air force involvement, which followed a request from Brenda Lucki, head of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Kam McLeod and Bryer Schmegelsky are wanted by Canadian police. "At approximately 9:30 a.m., a north end resident of Cold Lake observed a vehicle stuck on a trail behind their residence", police said in a news release. (more...)
- July 29, 2019
Minister of Public Safety Ralph Goodale announced the air force involvement, which followed a request from Brenda Lucki, head of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Kam McLeod and Bryer Schmegelsky are wanted by Canadian police. "At approximately 9:30 a.m., a north end resident of Cold Lake observed a vehicle stuck on a trail behind their residence", police said in a news release. (more...)
Teen accused of killing Italian cop was 'illegally blindfolded'
- July 29, 2019
Italian authorities are holding two American 19-year-olds on charges of aggravated murder and attempted extortion in the killing of police officer Mario Cerciello Rega, 35. Officer Rega was declared dead at 4:30 a.m. The Washington Post could not immediately reach Natale Hjorth and Elder, nor their lawyers. The two youths had already packed their bags to leave the hotel and planned to depart from Rome on a flight to the United States later on Friday. (more...)
- July 29, 2019
Italian authorities are holding two American 19-year-olds on charges of aggravated murder and attempted extortion in the killing of police officer Mario Cerciello Rega, 35. Officer Rega was declared dead at 4:30 a.m. The Washington Post could not immediately reach Natale Hjorth and Elder, nor their lawyers. The two youths had already packed their bags to leave the hotel and planned to depart from Rome on a flight to the United States later on Friday. (more...)
Cyprus Releasing All Israeli Suspects in Alleged Gang-Rape of UK Tourist
- July 28, 2019
She's due in court Monday. He said investigators questioning the teenager had concluded that her allegations "didn't stand to reason". Yavlovitzh said the seven ranged in age from 15 to 18 and the young woman "needs to think clearly about what she (did) to the boys who stayed in jail". (more...)
- July 28, 2019
She's due in court Monday. He said investigators questioning the teenager had concluded that her allegations "didn't stand to reason". Yavlovitzh said the seven ranged in age from 15 to 18 and the young woman "needs to think clearly about what she (did) to the boys who stayed in jail". (more...)
Creepy crawlies: Grasshoppers invade Las Vegas
- July 28, 2019
We didn't even want to walk through there". In the meantime, residents can deter them by switching off ultraviolet lights and replacing them with a low UV or amber light instead. "When I see them, it's like being in a movie", Palmore said. "They'll move northward and they'll often move as far north as central Nevada". "There is really no point in spraying your house because they won't be around long enough", Knight said. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
We didn't even want to walk through there". In the meantime, residents can deter them by switching off ultraviolet lights and replacing them with a low UV or amber light instead. "When I see them, it's like being in a movie", Palmore said. "They'll move northward and they'll often move as far north as central Nevada". "There is really no point in spraying your house because they won't be around long enough", Knight said. (more...)
Kabul to hold talks with Taliban within next 2 weeks
- July 28, 2019
The people cited above described the attack as "complex" and said Saleh was safely evacuated from the site. Photographs shared by a government official showed Saleh sitting in a garden with blood stains on his right arm. That has led to some concern in Afghanistan that the United States might strike a deal to allow the United States to pull out of an 18-year war that President Donald Trump is impatient to end, leaving the Afghan government to battle on alone. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
The people cited above described the attack as "complex" and said Saleh was safely evacuated from the site. Photographs shared by a government official showed Saleh sitting in a garden with blood stains on his right arm. That has led to some concern in Afghanistan that the United States might strike a deal to allow the United States to pull out of an 18-year war that President Donald Trump is impatient to end, leaving the Afghan government to battle on alone. (more...)
Cyber expert gets time-served in malware case
- July 28, 2019
District Judge J.P. Stadtmueller, who oversaw the case, "recognized Marcus' important contributions to society and sentenced him to time served, even suggesting Marcus should seek a pardon", Hutchins's lawyer, Marcia Hofmann, tweeted . Even so, the USA said, Hutchins committed serious crimes of his own that can't be ignored. However, prosecutors said in their presentencing memo that the impact of the malware Hutchins created are still being felt, noting that "international cyber security ... (more...)
- July 28, 2019
District Judge J.P. Stadtmueller, who oversaw the case, "recognized Marcus' important contributions to society and sentenced him to time served, even suggesting Marcus should seek a pardon", Hutchins's lawyer, Marcia Hofmann, tweeted . Even so, the USA said, Hutchins committed serious crimes of his own that can't be ignored. However, prosecutors said in their presentencing memo that the impact of the malware Hutchins created are still being felt, noting that "international cyber security ... (more...)
‘Everything that Donald Trump says is offensive to some people,’ Mulvaney says
- July 28, 2019
Two weeks ago, Trump sparked a nationwide uproar with racist tweets directed at four congresswomen of color as he looks to stoke racial divisions for political gain. "Baltimore has become home to my team and it's disgraceful the president has chosen to start his morning disparaging this great American city", Harris wrote on Twitter . (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Two weeks ago, Trump sparked a nationwide uproar with racist tweets directed at four congresswomen of color as he looks to stoke racial divisions for political gain. "Baltimore has become home to my team and it's disgraceful the president has chosen to start his morning disparaging this great American city", Harris wrote on Twitter . (more...)
Romanian murder suspect admits killing two missing teens
- July 28, 2019
Authorities say a 65-year-old mechanic is suspected of having picked her up in his auto as she was hitchhiking to Caracal from a nearby village. A man casts a shadow outside the Interior Ministry, in Bucharest , Romania , Friday, July 26, 2019, next to flowers and candles placed in memory of a 15 year-old girl, killed after police took 19 hours to locate her after she was kidnapped by a man in southern Romania. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Authorities say a 65-year-old mechanic is suspected of having picked her up in his auto as she was hitchhiking to Caracal from a nearby village. A man casts a shadow outside the Interior Ministry, in Bucharest , Romania , Friday, July 26, 2019, next to flowers and candles placed in memory of a 15 year-old girl, killed after police took 19 hours to locate her after she was kidnapped by a man in southern Romania. (more...)
Year-Old South Korean YouTube Star Buys $8M Property
- July 28, 2019
The Maeil Business Newspaper reported the five-storey building is in Gangnam , one of Seoul's most affluent areas. Boram features regularly on two channels. The Seoul Family Court ordered Boram's parents to complete a counseling course created to prevent child abuse. Since launching the channel in 2015, Ryan has attracted over 20.8 million subscribers with videos showing him reviewing toys and games, playing with his mom and dad, and performing a few fun "challenges". (more...)
- July 28, 2019
The Maeil Business Newspaper reported the five-storey building is in Gangnam , one of Seoul's most affluent areas. Boram features regularly on two channels. The Seoul Family Court ordered Boram's parents to complete a counseling course created to prevent child abuse. Since launching the channel in 2015, Ryan has attracted over 20.8 million subscribers with videos showing him reviewing toys and games, playing with his mom and dad, and performing a few fun "challenges". (more...)
Three bombs kill at least 12, wound dozens in Afghan capital
- July 28, 2019
At least 11 people were killed and 45 others were wounded in three explosions in Kabul on Thursday, the Ministry of Public Health confirmed . The attacks come as the U.S. However, there seem to be differences on two more issues on the table: announcement of a comprehensive cease-fire and agreement by the Taliban to enter into direct negotiations with the Afghan government. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
At least 11 people were killed and 45 others were wounded in three explosions in Kabul on Thursday, the Ministry of Public Health confirmed . The attacks come as the U.S. However, there seem to be differences on two more issues on the table: announcement of a comprehensive cease-fire and agreement by the Taliban to enter into direct negotiations with the Afghan government. (more...)
Trump threatens retaliation against France over digital service tax
- July 28, 2019
Trump hinted that French wine could be the subject of a new tariff thanks to what he called French President Emmanuel Macron's "foolishness". Neither side revealed if they had also discussed Trump's threat to tax French wines in retaliation. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Trump hinted that French wine could be the subject of a new tariff thanks to what he called French President Emmanuel Macron's "foolishness". Neither side revealed if they had also discussed Trump's threat to tax French wines in retaliation. (more...)
Iran frees 9 Indian crew from seized tanker
- July 28, 2019
Besides the three on board MT Riah, 18 Indians are still on board the British oil tanker Stena Impero which was seized last week by the Iranian Revolutionary Guards in the Strait of Hormuz . Assured all assistance for early release. However, relations between the West and Iran took a hit in 2018 when the U.S announced its withdrawal from the hard-fought 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Besides the three on board MT Riah, 18 Indians are still on board the British oil tanker Stena Impero which was seized last week by the Iranian Revolutionary Guards in the Strait of Hormuz . Assured all assistance for early release. However, relations between the West and Iran took a hit in 2018 when the U.S announced its withdrawal from the hard-fought 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers. (more...)
Australian Swimmer Tests Positive For Banned Substance
- July 28, 2019
American Lilly King did not know all the details of the case but said the fact that Jack had failed a doping test meant she was a "drug cheater". In another Instagram post published moments after 9News broke this story, Ms Jack said she "did not take this substance knowingly", and could not "describe the amount of pain and vulnerability" she is now feeling. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
American Lilly King did not know all the details of the case but said the fact that Jack had failed a doping test meant she was a "drug cheater". In another Instagram post published moments after 9News broke this story, Ms Jack said she "did not take this substance knowingly", and could not "describe the amount of pain and vulnerability" she is now feeling. (more...)
Russian Federation threatens "consequences" after Britain fines RT
- July 28, 2019
Russian Federation said the fine "far exceeded" those imposed on other media, adding RT had been unfairly singled out. Russia's ministry of foreign affairs responded with a warning that Russia-based British media will face consequences following the decision. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Russian Federation said the fine "far exceeded" those imposed on other media, adding RT had been unfairly singled out. Russia's ministry of foreign affairs responded with a warning that Russia-based British media will face consequences following the decision. (more...)
2 dead, 8 athletes injured after balcony collapses in South Korea
- July 28, 2019
Terrifying scenes have unfolded at nightclub in South Korea after a balcony collapse that left at least one person dead. The injured athletes include three Americans, two New Zealanders, one Dutch, one Italian and one Brazilian, according to South Korean media. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Terrifying scenes have unfolded at nightclub in South Korea after a balcony collapse that left at least one person dead. The injured athletes include three Americans, two New Zealanders, one Dutch, one Italian and one Brazilian, according to South Korean media. (more...)
Mexico says killing of 2 Israelis linked to money laundering, cartels
- July 28, 2019
Security video showed at least two alleged accomplices with assault weapons disarming an auxiliary police officer outside the mall then firing at a patrol vehicle - striking an officer in the arm - and fleeing in a auto. The shooting took place on the same day that a third Israeli native, Erez Akrishevsky, was arrested during an operation in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo by Israeli police and the Interpol. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Security video showed at least two alleged accomplices with assault weapons disarming an auxiliary police officer outside the mall then firing at a patrol vehicle - striking an officer in the arm - and fleeing in a auto. The shooting took place on the same day that a third Israeli native, Erez Akrishevsky, was arrested during an operation in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo by Israeli police and the Interpol. (more...)
American tourist captured by Syrian regime on world trip is freed
- July 28, 2019
However it for certain added that "privateness concerns forestall us from commenting extra on this case". Thomas and Ann Goodwin say their 30-year-old son Samuel is in good health and with his family following his release. An American tourist who was held captive in war-ravaged Syria for two-months is finally free. Tice's parents told NBC News in May that they had "no doubt" their son is alive. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
However it for certain added that "privateness concerns forestall us from commenting extra on this case". Thomas and Ann Goodwin say their 30-year-old son Samuel is in good health and with his family following his release. An American tourist who was held captive in war-ravaged Syria for two-months is finally free. Tice's parents told NBC News in May that they had "no doubt" their son is alive. (more...)
Irish PM says no-deal Brexit could lead to united Ireland
- July 28, 2019
Meanwhile, Mary Lou McDonald, Sinn Féin's president, said Mr Varadkar "should make clear in the event of a no-deal Brexit, that Irish unity is the solution to averting a hard border on our island". The backstop is an insurance policy created to prevent the return of border controls along the 500-km land border between Ireland and Britain's province of Northern Ireland that were ended by the 1998 Good Friday peace agreement. (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Meanwhile, Mary Lou McDonald, Sinn Féin's president, said Mr Varadkar "should make clear in the event of a no-deal Brexit, that Irish unity is the solution to averting a hard border on our island". The backstop is an insurance policy created to prevent the return of border controls along the 500-km land border between Ireland and Britain's province of Northern Ireland that were ended by the 1998 Good Friday peace agreement. (more...)
Two quakes hit the Philippines, deaths confirmed
- July 28, 2019
Many people were asleep when the first tremor struck at 4:15 a.m. (2015 UTC), followed by another stronger one more than three hours later. Damaged houses in Itbayat town, Batanes islands, northern Philippines . Authorities said two people were reported missing, though they have not completed a search of the area because debris was blocking some roads. Police sergeant Uzi Villa told AFP: "We saw houses shaking". (more...)
- July 28, 2019
Many people were asleep when the first tremor struck at 4:15 a.m. (2015 UTC), followed by another stronger one more than three hours later. Damaged houses in Itbayat town, Batanes islands, northern Philippines . Authorities said two people were reported missing, though they have not completed a search of the area because debris was blocking some roads. Police sergeant Uzi Villa told AFP: "We saw houses shaking". (more...)
The Rock makes surprise appearance at telescope protest in Hawaii
- July 27, 2019
Johnson spent much of his childhood in the islands and visits frequently. Ms. Gabbard , who is part Polynesian, said she is calling on Gov. David Ige, a member of her own party, to immediately withdraw his emergency declaration that authorized closing down parts of Mauna Kea where protestors had gathered to block construction vehicles. (more...)
- July 27, 2019
Johnson spent much of his childhood in the islands and visits frequently. Ms. Gabbard , who is part Polynesian, said she is calling on Gov. David Ige, a member of her own party, to immediately withdraw his emergency declaration that authorized closing down parts of Mauna Kea where protestors had gathered to block construction vehicles. (more...)
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