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Climate protesters chain themselves to cars and boats in Wellington
- October 07, 2019
Police have begun removing environmental protesters from outside the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam after they ignored warnings not to block the road. Protesters are set to meet outside of the Dáil at midday before heading to several protest sites across the Irish capital. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Police have begun removing environmental protesters from outside the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam after they ignored warnings not to block the road. Protesters are set to meet outside of the Dáil at midday before heading to several protest sites across the Irish capital. (more...)
Afghan Taliban Releases 3 Indian Hostages In Prisoner Swap Deal
- October 07, 2019
A second "shadow" governor for Kunar province, and a member of the powerful Haqqani network, which is said to have been behind co-ordinated attacks on both Afghan and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation forces in recent years, were also said to be among those released. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
A second "shadow" governor for Kunar province, and a member of the powerful Haqqani network, which is said to have been behind co-ordinated attacks on both Afghan and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation forces in recent years, were also said to be among those released. (more...)
Groom accused of sexually assaulting wife's bridesmaid
- October 07, 2019
It has been reported that the bride walked in on the alleged assault. According to WNEP , the wedding party spent the day drinking alcohol. She and Carney physically fought, according to the records obtained by WNEP. During an interview with troopers, Carney first claimed he was drunk and "felt like he was taken advantage of by the victim" - and then changed his story to admit he'd grabbed her arm and pulled her into the locker room, cops said. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
It has been reported that the bride walked in on the alleged assault. According to WNEP , the wedding party spent the day drinking alcohol. She and Carney physically fought, according to the records obtained by WNEP. During an interview with troopers, Carney first claimed he was drunk and "felt like he was taken advantage of by the victim" - and then changed his story to admit he'd grabbed her arm and pulled her into the locker room, cops said. (more...)
Greece can be 'pillar' for regional stability: Pompeo
- October 07, 2019
Pompeo referred to the issue after meeting Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias. A Turkish drill ship, the Yavuz, is now 50 nautical miles off Cyprus. "We are very confident that together we can work to ensure Greece can be a pillar for stability in this region". Turkey has had troops stationed in Cyprus since 1974 when it invaded and occupied its northern third after a coup sponsored by the military junta then ruling Greece. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Pompeo referred to the issue after meeting Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias. A Turkish drill ship, the Yavuz, is now 50 nautical miles off Cyprus. "We are very confident that together we can work to ensure Greece can be a pillar for stability in this region". Turkey has had troops stationed in Cyprus since 1974 when it invaded and occupied its northern third after a coup sponsored by the military junta then ruling Greece. (more...)
N.Korean fishing boat crew rescued
- October 07, 2019
All the crew members that abandoned the fishing boat were rescued and handed over to another North Korean ship, the Coast Guard said. A record 225 suspected North Korean fishing vessels washed up on Japan's coast a year ago, according to the coastguard. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
All the crew members that abandoned the fishing boat were rescued and handed over to another North Korean ship, the Coast Guard said. A record 225 suspected North Korean fishing vessels washed up on Japan's coast a year ago, according to the coastguard. (more...)
Deertrusion alert! Long Island salon freaked out by buck invader
- October 07, 2019
The deer is seen jumping directly over the woman who was sitting on the couch before crashing to the floor. The animal eventually plowed into the front door of the business, smashing even more glass and escaping. "I was just terrified". A stylist (left) from Be.you.tiful Hair Salon is seen trimming a man's hair as another customer sits on the salon's couch to enjoy a beverage. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
The deer is seen jumping directly over the woman who was sitting on the couch before crashing to the floor. The animal eventually plowed into the front door of the business, smashing even more glass and escaping. "I was just terrified". A stylist (left) from Be.you.tiful Hair Salon is seen trimming a man's hair as another customer sits on the salon's couch to enjoy a beverage. (more...)
Iran arrests Instagram celebrity on charges of blasphemy, says report
- October 07, 2019
Authorities arrested Tabar after complaints about her were made to police. On Instagram - where her account has since been deactivated - Sahar Tabar regularly posted photos of herself. Sahar Tabar, from Tehran , Iran , shot to prominence on Instagram and used to post pictures of her in which she claimed she looked like " Angelina Jolie ", an Oscar-winning actress. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Authorities arrested Tabar after complaints about her were made to police. On Instagram - where her account has since been deactivated - Sahar Tabar regularly posted photos of herself. Sahar Tabar, from Tehran , Iran , shot to prominence on Instagram and used to post pictures of her in which she claimed she looked like " Angelina Jolie ", an Oscar-winning actress. (more...)
Russian Journalist Detained in Iran on Espionage Charges
- October 07, 2019
Journalist Boris Voitsekhovskiy, identified by Russian media as Yuzik's ex-husband, said she was detained in Tehran and jailed on Thursday. "She just went there, stayed at the hotel, chatted with local journalists", he said, adding that her charges carry a prison sentence of up to 10 years behind bars. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Journalist Boris Voitsekhovskiy, identified by Russian media as Yuzik's ex-husband, said she was detained in Tehran and jailed on Thursday. "She just went there, stayed at the hotel, chatted with local journalists", he said, adding that her charges carry a prison sentence of up to 10 years behind bars. (more...)
Rockets' general manager's Hong Kong comments anger China
- October 07, 2019
That underscores Beijing's extreme sensitivity about foreign attitudes toward the ongoing protests in the semi-autonomous territory that have lately grown in violence. More than 600 million fans in China consumed National Basketball Association content during the 2017-18 season, according to CNBC , and the National Basketball Association has announced major new agreements with Tencent and Alibaba this year to serve Chinese viewers. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
That underscores Beijing's extreme sensitivity about foreign attitudes toward the ongoing protests in the semi-autonomous territory that have lately grown in violence. More than 600 million fans in China consumed National Basketball Association content during the 2017-18 season, according to CNBC , and the National Basketball Association has announced major new agreements with Tencent and Alibaba this year to serve Chinese viewers. (more...)
Canadian politician Jagmeet Singh told to ‘cut off turban’
- October 07, 2019
Singh is being praised after shutting down a man's racist comments ahead of the debate. 'You know what? You should cut your turban off and you'll look like a Canadian, ' the man said as he leaned in towards Singh. Singh is scheduled to share his party's vision for a more affordable Canada during the stop from 8:15 a.m.to 9:30 a.m. To which the man replies, "Alright, take care", adding: "I hope you win". (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Singh is being praised after shutting down a man's racist comments ahead of the debate. 'You know what? You should cut your turban off and you'll look like a Canadian, ' the man said as he leaned in towards Singh. Singh is scheduled to share his party's vision for a more affordable Canada during the stop from 8:15 a.m.to 9:30 a.m. To which the man replies, "Alright, take care", adding: "I hope you win". (more...)
Saudi Arabia to allow foreigners mixed-gender sharing in hotel rooms
- October 07, 2019
Saudi nationals will still be required to show family ID or proof of relationship when checking into hotels, but such documentation will not be required for foreign tourists, the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage confirmed on Friday. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Saudi nationals will still be required to show family ID or proof of relationship when checking into hotels, but such documentation will not be required for foreign tourists, the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage confirmed on Friday. (more...)
Nobel Prize in medicine awarded for discovery of how cells sense oxygen
- October 07, 2019
Sir Peter Ratcliffe is based at the Francis Crick Institute in the UK, William Kaelin, at Harvard in the USA and Gregg Semenza at John Hopkins University in the US. The Nobel Prize organization will next announce the victor of the Nobel Prize in Physics Tuesday. The prize money comes from the estate of Alfred Nobel, a Swedish businessman and engineer who invented dynamite. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Sir Peter Ratcliffe is based at the Francis Crick Institute in the UK, William Kaelin, at Harvard in the USA and Gregg Semenza at John Hopkins University in the US. The Nobel Prize organization will next announce the victor of the Nobel Prize in Physics Tuesday. The prize money comes from the estate of Alfred Nobel, a Swedish businessman and engineer who invented dynamite. (more...)
Terrifying India and Pakistan nuclear war toll projected
- October 07, 2019
The study, however, claimed that the two neighbours will have a combined count of 400 to 500 nuclear weapons by 2025. Skirmishes continue to this day. "Because of the continuing unrest between these two nuclear-armed countries, particularly over Kashmir , it is important to understand the consequences of a nuclear war". (more...)
- October 07, 2019
The study, however, claimed that the two neighbours will have a combined count of 400 to 500 nuclear weapons by 2025. Skirmishes continue to this day. "Because of the continuing unrest between these two nuclear-armed countries, particularly over Kashmir , it is important to understand the consequences of a nuclear war". (more...)
Weather: Beautiful Week Ahead for the Hudson Valley
- October 07, 2019
Warm to hot conditions with a bit of rain is expected in the city this week, according to the South African Weather Service. Monday night will see cooler temps with lows in the 40s with moderate rain. It may be the most celebrated cold front in recent history. Highs struggle to rebound into the mid 40s. Monday night: Clear. Wind: NW 5-10. Highest temperatures of 11 to 14 degrees. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Warm to hot conditions with a bit of rain is expected in the city this week, according to the South African Weather Service. Monday night will see cooler temps with lows in the 40s with moderate rain. It may be the most celebrated cold front in recent history. Highs struggle to rebound into the mid 40s. Monday night: Clear. Wind: NW 5-10. Highest temperatures of 11 to 14 degrees. (more...)
Transformer explodes at Oktoberfest celebration in Huntington Beach, injuring four people
- October 07, 2019
Among those injured at the Old World Village complex were were two diners and two firefighters. Several witnesses said there were at least three explosions, posting videos of the follow-up blasts on Twitter. While a heavy presence of fire and police personnel tended to the injured, hundreds of others attending an Oktoberfest event evacuated the area. He said this sent him scrambling to find his fiancee and moments after they were reunited, another blast occurred. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Among those injured at the Old World Village complex were were two diners and two firefighters. Several witnesses said there were at least three explosions, posting videos of the follow-up blasts on Twitter. While a heavy presence of fire and police personnel tended to the injured, hundreds of others attending an Oktoberfest event evacuated the area. He said this sent him scrambling to find his fiancee and moments after they were reunited, another blast occurred. (more...)
Police chiefs urge United States embassy to waive immunity after fatal crash
- October 07, 2019
Embassy spokesperson said. In a written statement on Friday, Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said he had called the U.S. ambassador over the case and expressed the UK's "disappointment". Mr Adderley said there had been precedent set in the past when diplomatic immunity had been waived by the individual rather than the government. "I am father, I know how I would feel if it was my son that was killed, She's a mother and I am sure she will know how she would feel if it was her own child ... (more...)
- October 07, 2019
Embassy spokesperson said. In a written statement on Friday, Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said he had called the U.S. ambassador over the case and expressed the UK's "disappointment". Mr Adderley said there had been precedent set in the past when diplomatic immunity had been waived by the individual rather than the government. "I am father, I know how I would feel if it was my son that was killed, She's a mother and I am sure she will know how she would feel if it was her own child ... (more...)
Linked lung injury kills 18, sickens 1,080 in US
- October 07, 2019
The order specifically restricts "the sale or display of all vaping products to consumers in retail establishments, online, and through any other means, including all non-flavored and flavored vaping products, including mint and menthol, including Tetrahydrocannibinal (THC) and any other cannabinoids, is prohibited in the Commonwealth". (more...)
- October 07, 2019
The order specifically restricts "the sale or display of all vaping products to consumers in retail establishments, online, and through any other means, including all non-flavored and flavored vaping products, including mint and menthol, including Tetrahydrocannibinal (THC) and any other cannabinoids, is prohibited in the Commonwealth". (more...)
Fuel protests in Ecuador hamper traffic after 275 arrested
- October 07, 2019
On Thursday, the day fuel prices rose, masked protesters hurled stones, set up burning blockades and battled police who deployed armoured cars and tear gas during the worst unrest for years in the country of 17 million people. Interior Minister, Maria Paula Romo, said those detained on Thursday included people engaged in acts of vandalism who had nothing to do with the transport sector. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
On Thursday, the day fuel prices rose, masked protesters hurled stones, set up burning blockades and battled police who deployed armoured cars and tear gas during the worst unrest for years in the country of 17 million people. Interior Minister, Maria Paula Romo, said those detained on Thursday included people engaged in acts of vandalism who had nothing to do with the transport sector. (more...)
'I'm feeling great': Bernie Sanders back home and recovering after heart attack
- October 07, 2019
With the Democratic presidential contest in full swing, Sanders has vowed to take part in the next live televised Democratic National Committee debate, on October 15, reports the BBC. But yesterday after Mr Sanders left the hospital, his treating physicians cast the events in a more serious light. Sanders, 78, abruptly cancelled all campaign events on Tuesday after suffering chest pain , yet he was back on track as soon as Friday. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
With the Democratic presidential contest in full swing, Sanders has vowed to take part in the next live televised Democratic National Committee debate, on October 15, reports the BBC. But yesterday after Mr Sanders left the hospital, his treating physicians cast the events in a more serious light. Sanders, 78, abruptly cancelled all campaign events on Tuesday after suffering chest pain , yet he was back on track as soon as Friday. (more...)
Florida Man Fatally Shoots Son-In-Law Who Was Trying To Surprise Him
- October 07, 2019
According to authorities , Dennis heard somebody banging on his front door around 9:30 p.m. As a substitute, it became a tragedy: The bullet hit Bergan "straight within the coronary heart", Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson said, killing the 37-one year-usual straight away. (more...)
- October 07, 2019
According to authorities , Dennis heard somebody banging on his front door around 9:30 p.m. As a substitute, it became a tragedy: The bullet hit Bergan "straight within the coronary heart", Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson said, killing the 37-one year-usual straight away. (more...)
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