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Outlook downgraded to very poor
- September 01, 2019
A five-year review by Australia's lead management agency for the Great Barrier Reef, published today, found coral reefs have declined following back-to-back bleaching events causing widespread habitat loss and degradation. New government data released this week showed that Australia's emissions of greenhouse gases, blamed for climate change, continued a four-year rising trend during the first half of 2019. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
A five-year review by Australia's lead management agency for the Great Barrier Reef, published today, found coral reefs have declined following back-to-back bleaching events causing widespread habitat loss and degradation. New government data released this week showed that Australia's emissions of greenhouse gases, blamed for climate change, continued a four-year rising trend during the first half of 2019. (more...)
United States probing marketing of e-cigarettes by JUUL Labs
- September 01, 2019
The attorneys general in Colorado, Connecticut and MA have announced investigations of Juul related to concerns over underage use of its products. "Since Juul Labs was officially launched in the country last June, we have implemented a stringent age verification process, as part of our commitment to prevent youth from gaining access to our products, which have been specifically designed for current adult smokers", said Mapa. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
The attorneys general in Colorado, Connecticut and MA have announced investigations of Juul related to concerns over underage use of its products. "Since Juul Labs was officially launched in the country last June, we have implemented a stringent age verification process, as part of our commitment to prevent youth from gaining access to our products, which have been specifically designed for current adult smokers", said Mapa. (more...)
Pope Francis gets struck in elevator, rescued by firemen
- September 01, 2019
Pope Francis is urging governments to show the "political will" to take drastic steps to deal with climate change and says it's time to abandon dependence on fossil fuels. "We have created a climate emergency, which seriously threatens nature and life, including our own", he said in a message to mark this year's World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
Pope Francis is urging governments to show the "political will" to take drastic steps to deal with climate change and says it's time to abandon dependence on fossil fuels. "We have created a climate emergency, which seriously threatens nature and life, including our own", he said in a message to mark this year's World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. (more...)
Italy's odd coalition offers deceptive stability
- September 01, 2019
The current situation was triggered when the Five Star and the far-right League coalition collapsed after League leader Matteo Salvini withdrew hoping fresh elections will bring him the premiership. The EU imposes budget rules on member states to ensure financial stability in the bloc. The League is highly eurosceptic and had promised swingeing tax cuts for 2020 that economists warned could put unsustainable pressure on Italy's towering debt mountain. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
The current situation was triggered when the Five Star and the far-right League coalition collapsed after League leader Matteo Salvini withdrew hoping fresh elections will bring him the premiership. The EU imposes budget rules on member states to ensure financial stability in the bloc. The League is highly eurosceptic and had promised swingeing tax cuts for 2020 that economists warned could put unsustainable pressure on Italy's towering debt mountain. (more...)
Iran taunts Trump with selfie over rocket explosion tweet
- September 01, 2019
This satellite image from Planet Labs Inc., that has been annotated by experts at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies at Middlebury Institute of International Studies, shows a fire at a rocket launch pad at the Imam Khomeini Space Center in Iran's Semnan province on August 29, 2019. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
This satellite image from Planet Labs Inc., that has been annotated by experts at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies at Middlebury Institute of International Studies, shows a fire at a rocket launch pad at the Imam Khomeini Space Center in Iran's Semnan province on August 29, 2019. (more...)
One dead, six wounded after suspected knife attack in France
- September 01, 2019
The suspected attacker is a 33-year-old asylum seeker, BFM reported. Local police initially launched a manhunt for a second attacker but later determined that the detained man was the main suspect, the security official said. The national anti-terrorism prosecutor's office so far had not been asked to participate in the investigation. Police are still looking for possible accomplices. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
The suspected attacker is a 33-year-old asylum seeker, BFM reported. Local police initially launched a manhunt for a second attacker but later determined that the detained man was the main suspect, the security official said. The national anti-terrorism prosecutor's office so far had not been asked to participate in the investigation. Police are still looking for possible accomplices. (more...)
HEADLINE: Hurricane Dorian Even Stronger
- September 01, 2019
President Donald Trump said he will attend a Sunday briefing at FEMA headquarters, where they will likely make decisions about whether to evacuate parts of Florida . A state of emergency has been declared in Florida. Labor Day falls right in the middle of hurricane season , making the holiday weekend one with an inherent risk of devastation to coastlines like Florida. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
President Donald Trump said he will attend a Sunday briefing at FEMA headquarters, where they will likely make decisions about whether to evacuate parts of Florida . A state of emergency has been declared in Florida. Labor Day falls right in the middle of hurricane season , making the holiday weekend one with an inherent risk of devastation to coastlines like Florida. (more...)
Boris Johnson says no deal Brexit option needed for European Union negotiations
- September 01, 2019
Anti Brexit protesters hold a puppet depicting the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson during a rally in London , Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019. Chants of "shame on you" were directed at Boris Johnson by demonstrators outside Downing Street on Saturday as streets around Government buildings in Westminster were brought to a standstill. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
Anti Brexit protesters hold a puppet depicting the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson during a rally in London , Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019. Chants of "shame on you" were directed at Boris Johnson by demonstrators outside Downing Street on Saturday as streets around Government buildings in Westminster were brought to a standstill. (more...)
Great Barrier Reef Outlook Downgraded to ‘Very Poor’
- September 01, 2019
The report stated: 'The current rate of global warming will not allow the maintenance of a healthy reef for future generations'. In terms of biodiversity, the report said several species had deteriorated over the past five years, while "over half of those assessed are in poor condition and corals are in very poor condition ". (more...)
- September 01, 2019
The report stated: 'The current rate of global warming will not allow the maintenance of a healthy reef for future generations'. In terms of biodiversity, the report said several species had deteriorated over the past five years, while "over half of those assessed are in poor condition and corals are in very poor condition ". (more...)
STC arrests dozens of government loyalists in Aden
- September 01, 2019
The UAE's foreign ministry issued a statement late Thursday, hours after the separatists regained control of Aden , forcing government troops who had entered the southern port city a day earlier to withdraw. Divisions have spread in a war that is widely seen as a proxy conflict between Saudi Arabia and Shia Muslim regional rival Iran. Hadi's forces withdrew from Aden after the air strikes, which killed at least 45 soldiers. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
The UAE's foreign ministry issued a statement late Thursday, hours after the separatists regained control of Aden , forcing government troops who had entered the southern port city a day earlier to withdraw. Divisions have spread in a war that is widely seen as a proxy conflict between Saudi Arabia and Shia Muslim regional rival Iran. Hadi's forces withdrew from Aden after the air strikes, which killed at least 45 soldiers. (more...)
Arkansas police probe 911 dispatcher after caller drowns
- September 01, 2019
Authorities responded to the scene 12 minutes after she dialed 911, but because of the floodwaters, it took more than an hour to reach Stevens' vehicle - and by the time police and firefighters were able to secure the auto, Stevens had drowned. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
Authorities responded to the scene 12 minutes after she dialed 911, but because of the floodwaters, it took more than an hour to reach Stevens' vehicle - and by the time police and firefighters were able to secure the auto, Stevens had drowned. (more...)
Trump launches new Pentagon command for space warfare
- September 01, 2019
U.S. Space Command Commander General John W. "Jay" Raymond announced Friday one of his official directives that will establish two subordinate commands set to jointly provide support for the new Unified Combatant Command, according to a press release. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
U.S. Space Command Commander General John W. "Jay" Raymond announced Friday one of his official directives that will establish two subordinate commands set to jointly provide support for the new Unified Combatant Command, according to a press release. (more...)
Get Ready for a "Polar Coaster" Winter, says Farmer's Almanac
- September 01, 2019
Farmers' Almanac further explains that the only person who knows "the exact formula" is the weather prognosticator who goes by Caleb Weatherbee. Where should I see these frigid temperatures? According to the Farmer's Almanac and their winter weather outlook you should get ready for a wild ride, with the country experiencing a freezing cold snap starting at the end of January. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
Farmers' Almanac further explains that the only person who knows "the exact formula" is the weather prognosticator who goes by Caleb Weatherbee. Where should I see these frigid temperatures? According to the Farmer's Almanac and their winter weather outlook you should get ready for a wild ride, with the country experiencing a freezing cold snap starting at the end of January. (more...)
North Korea revises Constitution to bolster leader Kim Jong Un's influence
- September 01, 2019
The move comes after Kim was formally named head of state and commander-in-chief of the military in a new constitution in July that analysts said was possibly aimed at preparing for a peace treaty with the United States . Before the April session, it was the president of the SPA's presidium that was considered the country's ceremonial head of state, who for almost two decades was Kim Yong Nam. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
The move comes after Kim was formally named head of state and commander-in-chief of the military in a new constitution in July that analysts said was possibly aimed at preparing for a peace treaty with the United States . Before the April session, it was the president of the SPA's presidium that was considered the country's ceremonial head of state, who for almost two decades was Kim Yong Nam. (more...)
Trump cancels trip to Poland due to Hurricane Dorian
- September 01, 2019
Vice President Mike Pence will attend the World War II commemoration in central Europe in his stead, Trump said in remarks in the Rose Garden, where he was marking the establishment of U.S. North Carolina authorities warned residents Dorian was heading their way, while counterparts in Florida told towns to remain alert. This is not looking good for us. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
Vice President Mike Pence will attend the World War II commemoration in central Europe in his stead, Trump said in remarks in the Rose Garden, where he was marking the establishment of U.S. North Carolina authorities warned residents Dorian was heading their way, while counterparts in Florida told towns to remain alert. This is not looking good for us. (more...)
Netanyahu tells Macron timing wrong for Iran talks - statement
- September 01, 2019
Negotiation would be meaningful when it happens on an equal footing, otherwise, it can not be called negotiation; it would be domination, and our nation has not accepted domination for 40 years", the cleric went on to say. Any sanctions relief would face heated resistance from aides led by National Security Advisor John Bolton, who before his appointment advocated attacking Iran and toppling its regime. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
Negotiation would be meaningful when it happens on an equal footing, otherwise, it can not be called negotiation; it would be domination, and our nation has not accepted domination for 40 years", the cleric went on to say. Any sanctions relief would face heated resistance from aides led by National Security Advisor John Bolton, who before his appointment advocated attacking Iran and toppling its regime. (more...)
Two Possible Active Shooters Reported In Odessa And Midland
- September 01, 2019
The two vehicles involved were a small Toyota truck and a United States Postal Service van. Police are urging people to stay indoors and away from these areas. A law enforcement officer was among the victims, KOSA reported , citing the Texas Department of Public Safety. One of the injured is a police officer but it's unclear what his condition is, Fox 8 reported. (more...)
- September 01, 2019
The two vehicles involved were a small Toyota truck and a United States Postal Service van. Police are urging people to stay indoors and away from these areas. A law enforcement officer was among the victims, KOSA reported , citing the Texas Department of Public Safety. One of the injured is a police officer but it's unclear what his condition is, Fox 8 reported. (more...)
Johnson faces mounting legal, political, diplomatic challenges over Brexit
- August 31, 2019
Anti-Brexit campaigners claim the timing of Boris Johnson's prorogation is meant to deny them parliamentary time to launch legislation to sabotage the Brexit process. He will now seek to join a legal challenge being brought by campaigner Gina Miller. But their attempt failed on Friday, when the request was denied at the Court of Session in Edinburgh. (more...)
- August 31, 2019
Anti-Brexit campaigners claim the timing of Boris Johnson's prorogation is meant to deny them parliamentary time to launch legislation to sabotage the Brexit process. He will now seek to join a legal challenge being brought by campaigner Gina Miller. But their attempt failed on Friday, when the request was denied at the Court of Session in Edinburgh. (more...)
Khalid Sheikh Mohammad: Trial date set for 'architect of 9/11'
- August 31, 2019
That includes the USA government turning over all evidence it is required to give to defense attorneys; lawyers for the five defendants say prosecutors have not been forthcoming in doing so. They have been seeking for years to conduct more studies. The five men will be the first to go on trial, almost 20 years since the devastating attacks in New York, Washington and Pennsylvania. (more...)
- August 31, 2019
That includes the USA government turning over all evidence it is required to give to defense attorneys; lawyers for the five defendants say prosecutors have not been forthcoming in doing so. They have been seeking for years to conduct more studies. The five men will be the first to go on trial, almost 20 years since the devastating attacks in New York, Washington and Pennsylvania. (more...)
Trump stays defiant before new tariffs, lashing 'weak' critics
- August 31, 2019
For the first time since Trump launched his trade war, American households face price increases because many USA companies say they'll be forced to pass on to customers the higher prices they'll pay on Chinese imports. tariff threat. Earlier Friday, Trump blamed American companies for their inability to deal with a trade policy he said is aimed at reining in "unfair players". (more...)
- August 31, 2019
For the first time since Trump launched his trade war, American households face price increases because many USA companies say they'll be forced to pass on to customers the higher prices they'll pay on Chinese imports. tariff threat. Earlier Friday, Trump blamed American companies for their inability to deal with a trade policy he said is aimed at reining in "unfair players". (more...)
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