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Nearly 30 Trapped After Explosion In Mine In Germany
- November 08, 2019
Police defined to information firm dpa that as much as 30 extra people have been considered in a security location underground subsequent the explosion Friday morning on the Teutschenthal facility, round Halle. Authorities said all work at the mine would stop until the cause had been clarified, however early signs pointed towards a hydrogen explosion or deflagration. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Police defined to information firm dpa that as much as 30 extra people have been considered in a security location underground subsequent the explosion Friday morning on the Teutschenthal facility, round Halle. Authorities said all work at the mine would stop until the cause had been clarified, however early signs pointed towards a hydrogen explosion or deflagration. (more...)
Trump's re-election support hits a high despite impeachment inquiry, poll shows
- November 08, 2019
The Gallup poll said 87 percent of Democratic respondents said they want Trump impeached and removed from office. "President Trump's reelection prospects seem to be energizing voter enthusiasm across the political spectrum", said Morning Consult vice president Tyler Sinclair. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
The Gallup poll said 87 percent of Democratic respondents said they want Trump impeached and removed from office. "President Trump's reelection prospects seem to be energizing voter enthusiasm across the political spectrum", said Morning Consult vice president Tyler Sinclair. (more...)
USA commences process to exit from the Paris Agreement
- November 08, 2019
Senate Democrats, and one Senate Republican, are calling on the Trump Administration to rethink its decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement. "Just as we have in the past, the United States will continue to research, innovate, and grow our economy while reducing emissions and extending a helping hand to our friends and partners around the globe", he said. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Senate Democrats, and one Senate Republican, are calling on the Trump Administration to rethink its decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement. "Just as we have in the past, the United States will continue to research, innovate, and grow our economy while reducing emissions and extending a helping hand to our friends and partners around the globe", he said. (more...)
Hair of Bolivia mayor Patricia Arce forcibly cut by protesters
- November 08, 2019
Ms Arce was also blamed for the reported death of one of the protesters. Bolivia's President Evo Morales condemned the attack on Arce. The incident unfolded in the Bolivian town of Vinto, where government protesters blocked off a bridge. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Ms Arce was also blamed for the reported death of one of the protesters. Bolivia's President Evo Morales condemned the attack on Arce. The incident unfolded in the Bolivian town of Vinto, where government protesters blocked off a bridge. (more...)
Mammoth bones found in man-made pit reveal tantalizing evidence of hunting behavior
- November 08, 2019
This differs from anthropologists' previous belief that early humans only killed mammoths that were already wounded or trapped. Researchers from Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History said on Wednesday (local time) the pits were found during excavations on land that was to be used as a garbage dump. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
This differs from anthropologists' previous belief that early humans only killed mammoths that were already wounded or trapped. Researchers from Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History said on Wednesday (local time) the pits were found during excavations on land that was to be used as a garbage dump. (more...)
At least 3 killed, 20 injured in shallow Iran quake
- November 08, 2019
It struck near the town of Tark, some 400km (250 miles) north-west of the capital Tehran, at 02:17 local time (22:47 GMT). Hundreds of people reported feeling the quake , including some reports as far north as Santa Barbara. There are initial reports that three small villages in the area were destroyed in the quake, semi-official FARS news reported. Earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or higher generally can cause substantial damage. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
It struck near the town of Tark, some 400km (250 miles) north-west of the capital Tehran, at 02:17 local time (22:47 GMT). Hundreds of people reported feeling the quake , including some reports as far north as Santa Barbara. There are initial reports that three small villages in the area were destroyed in the quake, semi-official FARS news reported. Earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or higher generally can cause substantial damage. (more...)
China calls Hong Kong protesters 'mobsters' after stabbing
- November 08, 2019
Around 1,000 students, many with black masks, attended a graduation ceremony at the Chinese University of Hong Kong on Thursday, with some banners that read " Hong Kong free, revolution now". Lai added that the university would hold a candlelight vigil at 6 p.m., in addition to an evening memorial at the vehicle park where Chow fell. Notices circulated on social media said students planned a march on Friday at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Around 1,000 students, many with black masks, attended a graduation ceremony at the Chinese University of Hong Kong on Thursday, with some banners that read " Hong Kong free, revolution now". Lai added that the university would hold a candlelight vigil at 6 p.m., in addition to an evening memorial at the vehicle park where Chow fell. Notices circulated on social media said students planned a march on Friday at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. (more...)
Thai PM bans Cambodian opposition leader from returning via Thailand
- November 08, 2019
Plans by self-exiled leaders of Cambodia's banned opposition party to return to their homeland hit a major roadblock Wednesday when Thailand's prime minister said their top leader would not be allowed in to make his way through the country to the Cambodian border. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Plans by self-exiled leaders of Cambodia's banned opposition party to return to their homeland hit a major roadblock Wednesday when Thailand's prime minister said their top leader would not be allowed in to make his way through the country to the Cambodian border. (more...)
Gunmen kill 37 in ambush on mining firm convoy
- November 08, 2019
A military escort vehicle was reportedly struck by an explosive device before gunmen opened fire. But two security sources said dozens may still be unaccounted for. The Canadian government also condemned the attack. Nearly 500,000 people have also been forced to flee their homes. The Sahel region, including Burkina Faso's neighbours Mali and Niger, has been afflicted by the violence despite the presence of the regional G5 Sahel force as well as French and USA troops. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
A military escort vehicle was reportedly struck by an explosive device before gunmen opened fire. But two security sources said dozens may still be unaccounted for. The Canadian government also condemned the attack. Nearly 500,000 people have also been forced to flee their homes. The Sahel region, including Burkina Faso's neighbours Mali and Niger, has been afflicted by the violence despite the presence of the regional G5 Sahel force as well as French and USA troops. (more...)
What other Senate candidates said about Sessions joining race
- November 08, 2019
I was there to serve his agenda, not mine. But Sessions did not leave on good terms. Sen. Doug Jones, who holds the seat Sessions hopes to reclaim, said, "Since Jeff is not running against me at this point, it would seem that folks need to be focused on the reactions of his opponents in the Republican primary and perhaps President Trump's tweets about him over the last couple of years". (more...)
- November 08, 2019
I was there to serve his agenda, not mine. But Sessions did not leave on good terms. Sen. Doug Jones, who holds the seat Sessions hopes to reclaim, said, "Since Jeff is not running against me at this point, it would seem that folks need to be focused on the reactions of his opponents in the Republican primary and perhaps President Trump's tweets about him over the last couple of years". (more...)
Elderly Man Found Dead After Falling Into Underground Lava Tube In Hawaii
- November 08, 2019
Responding officers arrived to the scene at approximately 8.30am and located the man's body, the release from the Hawaii Police Department states . An autopsy conducted on Tuesday determined that the man died as a result of 'injuries consistent with falling'. Officials say the man appeared to have fallen through a soft spot in the ground at his Kaumana residence, and that foul play is not suspected. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Responding officers arrived to the scene at approximately 8.30am and located the man's body, the release from the Hawaii Police Department states . An autopsy conducted on Tuesday determined that the man died as a result of 'injuries consistent with falling'. Officials say the man appeared to have fallen through a soft spot in the ground at his Kaumana residence, and that foul play is not suspected. (more...)
Police seek person of interest regarding Walt Harris’ missing daughter
- November 08, 2019
The Southern Union State Community College student was last seen in Auburn, Alabama, and police later found her damaged auto at an apartment complex in Montgomery about 55 miles away. Auburn (Ala.) police later released surveillance video of Blanchard at the store. Blanchard was reported missing the next day. Yazeed is now out on bond for the kidnapping and attempted murder charges from another jurisdiction, according to police. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
The Southern Union State Community College student was last seen in Auburn, Alabama, and police later found her damaged auto at an apartment complex in Montgomery about 55 miles away. Auburn (Ala.) police later released surveillance video of Blanchard at the store. Blanchard was reported missing the next day. Yazeed is now out on bond for the kidnapping and attempted murder charges from another jurisdiction, according to police. (more...)
Michael Bloomberg Opening the Door to 2020 Presidential Campaign
- November 08, 2019
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is weighing a late entrance into the Democratic presidential primary , reversing course from earlier this spring when he said publicly that he would not run. Bloomberg has long flirted with a presidential run but never launched a campaign. He originally passed on the 2020 election in part because of Biden's expected strength in the field. (more...)
- November 08, 2019
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is weighing a late entrance into the Democratic presidential primary , reversing course from earlier this spring when he said publicly that he would not run. Bloomberg has long flirted with a presidential run but never launched a campaign. He originally passed on the 2020 election in part because of Biden's expected strength in the field. (more...)
Public hearings in Trump impeachment probe start next week
- November 07, 2019
Yovanovitch was ousted in May on Trump's orders and Taylor replaced her; both have testified about their concerns with the administration's policy on Ukraine . The battle could go to the Supreme Court and spill into next year. The House investigation is focused on a July 25 phone call in which Trump asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to investigate Biden, a leading Democratic rival as Trump seeks re-election in November 2020. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Yovanovitch was ousted in May on Trump's orders and Taylor replaced her; both have testified about their concerns with the administration's policy on Ukraine . The battle could go to the Supreme Court and spill into next year. The House investigation is focused on a July 25 phone call in which Trump asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to investigate Biden, a leading Democratic rival as Trump seeks re-election in November 2020. (more...)
Facing Arrest, Cambodia's Sam Rainsy Will Get Home Come What May
- November 07, 2019
Hun Sen last month arrived in central Europe to build support from like-minded leaders there. Malaysia also has hindered the free movement of Cambodian opposition politicians, stopping two party members from flying to Thailand and temporarily detaining Cambodia National Rescue Party Vice President Mu Sochua when she arrived late Wednesday night. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Hun Sen last month arrived in central Europe to build support from like-minded leaders there. Malaysia also has hindered the free movement of Cambodian opposition politicians, stopping two party members from flying to Thailand and temporarily detaining Cambodia National Rescue Party Vice President Mu Sochua when she arrived late Wednesday night. (more...)
NY judge orders Trump to pay $2M over for misusing foundation
- November 07, 2019
The money will go to a group of charities, and the foundation is in the process of dissolving. James' office had requested $2.8 million in restitution and a $5.6 million penalty, but Judge Saliann Scarpulla decided $2 million was a more reasonable restitution amount and declined to issue a penalty. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
The money will go to a group of charities, and the foundation is in the process of dissolving. James' office had requested $2.8 million in restitution and a $5.6 million penalty, but Judge Saliann Scarpulla decided $2 million was a more reasonable restitution amount and declined to issue a penalty. (more...)
Paris: Police Clear Over 1,600 People from Illegal Migrant Squatter Camps
- November 07, 2019
Some 600 police officers escorted the migrants to coaches to take them to reception centres in the Paris area. Julie Lavayssiere, Paris coordinator for migrant advocacy group Utopia 56, told Euronews that many migrants will be "back on the streets" within a few days and liable for arrest if they are caught by police. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Some 600 police officers escorted the migrants to coaches to take them to reception centres in the Paris area. Julie Lavayssiere, Paris coordinator for migrant advocacy group Utopia 56, told Euronews that many migrants will be "back on the streets" within a few days and liable for arrest if they are caught by police. (more...)
British Police ID All 39 Victims Found in Truck Container
- November 07, 2019
Essex Police said it continues to lead the investigation, working with the National Crime Agency and with European Law Enforcement colleagues. 'Our thoughts remain with the families and friends of those whose tragic journey ended on our shores'. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Essex Police said it continues to lead the investigation, working with the National Crime Agency and with European Law Enforcement colleagues. 'Our thoughts remain with the families and friends of those whose tragic journey ended on our shores'. (more...)
France's Macron says NATO suffering "brain death", questions US commitment
- November 07, 2019
Europe shouldn't make the "huge mistake" of avoiding dialogue with Russia, French President Emmanuel Macron told The Economist , continuing his recent overtures to the country that the West has shunned over its annexation of Crimea. "I don't think that such sweeping judgements are necessary, even if we have problems and need to pull together", she added. German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas, speaking at the same press conference, also said he believed strongly in the military alliance ... (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Europe shouldn't make the "huge mistake" of avoiding dialogue with Russia, French President Emmanuel Macron told The Economist , continuing his recent overtures to the country that the West has shunned over its annexation of Crimea. "I don't think that such sweeping judgements are necessary, even if we have problems and need to pull together", she added. German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas, speaking at the same press conference, also said he believed strongly in the military alliance ... (more...)
Republicans eye whistleblower for public testimony in impeachment hearings
- November 07, 2019
Schiff said that he does not want the whistleblower to testify, citing safety reasons. Ranking member of the House Oversight Committee Jim Jordan announced Thursday that Republicans plan to subpoena the whistleblower who filed a complaint concerning President Trump's dealings with Ukraine. (more...)
- November 07, 2019
Schiff said that he does not want the whistleblower to testify, citing safety reasons. Ranking member of the House Oversight Committee Jim Jordan announced Thursday that Republicans plan to subpoena the whistleblower who filed a complaint concerning President Trump's dealings with Ukraine. (more...)
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