Global Media
Trump dismisses climate change question by contradicting himself on hurricanes
- September 15, 2017
Damage horrific but will be better than ever!" Restoring power is still a top priority in Florida . Among these "who told us so", pointing out the consequences of rising Carbon dioxide levels on the climate, were scientists throughout the world, writer/activist Bill McKibben, columnist and writer Thomas Friedman, President Obama and Vice President/film producer Al Gore, nearly every environmental organization, and me. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Damage horrific but will be better than ever!" Restoring power is still a top priority in Florida . Among these "who told us so", pointing out the consequences of rising Carbon dioxide levels on the climate, were scientists throughout the world, writer/activist Bill McKibben, columnist and writer Thomas Friedman, President Obama and Vice President/film producer Al Gore, nearly every environmental organization, and me. (more...)
Cambodian leader wants US Peace Corps out amid row with Washington
- September 15, 2017
It came a day after Hun Sen announced his country would stop cooperating with a USA defense department program to recover the remains of Vietnam war-era soldiers missing in action. 14, 2017 he will retaliate against a USA halt on the issuing of most visas to senior foreign ministry officials and their families by suspending missions by US military-led teams searching for the remains of Americans missing in action from the Vietnam War. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
It came a day after Hun Sen announced his country would stop cooperating with a USA defense department program to recover the remains of Vietnam war-era soldiers missing in action. 14, 2017 he will retaliate against a USA halt on the issuing of most visas to senior foreign ministry officials and their families by suspending missions by US military-led teams searching for the remains of Americans missing in action from the Vietnam War. (more...)
JD Wetherspoon could switch to non-EU suppliers
- September 15, 2017
Martin has previously criticised the EU and past year had said he would stop selling drinks brands from other European countries if senior EU leaders maintain a "bullying" approach to Brexit negotiations . The chairman of one of Britain's largest pub chains has said the EU's Brexit negotiators need to "take a wise-up pill", as the company reported a boost in annual sales driven by a strong summer. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Martin has previously criticised the EU and past year had said he would stop selling drinks brands from other European countries if senior EU leaders maintain a "bullying" approach to Brexit negotiations . The chairman of one of Britain's largest pub chains has said the EU's Brexit negotiators need to "take a wise-up pill", as the company reported a boost in annual sales driven by a strong summer. (more...)
ICICI Lombard IPO kicks off; will continue till Sep 19
- September 15, 2017
In this IPO , ICICI Lombard is offering a total of 8.62 crore equity shares in a move to raise about Rs 5,700 crore. The firm is among the largest general insurance companies in India. The brokerage has a "subscribe" rating on ICICI Lombard IPO. With a vast majority of the country's population rather young and employed, demand for non-life insurance products is certain to see a significant surge going forward. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
In this IPO , ICICI Lombard is offering a total of 8.62 crore equity shares in a move to raise about Rs 5,700 crore. The firm is among the largest general insurance companies in India. The brokerage has a "subscribe" rating on ICICI Lombard IPO. With a vast majority of the country's population rather young and employed, demand for non-life insurance products is certain to see a significant surge going forward. (more...)
American IS fighter surrenders in Syria
- September 15, 2017
In a report first published by The Daily Beast , the man (as yet unnamed) apparently surrendered to the Kurdish elements of the SDF, and has been detained. Earl Brown told The Daily Beast . Their home countries will be contacted for the next steps. Col. Ryan Dillon, a spokesman for the U.S-led coalition fighting Islamic State, told reporters earlier that he was aware of the reports but referred questions to the State Department. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
In a report first published by The Daily Beast , the man (as yet unnamed) apparently surrendered to the Kurdish elements of the SDF, and has been detained. Earl Brown told The Daily Beast . Their home countries will be contacted for the next steps. Col. Ryan Dillon, a spokesman for the U.S-led coalition fighting Islamic State, told reporters earlier that he was aware of the reports but referred questions to the State Department. (more...)
US Ban on Aircraft Sales to Iran Breach of JCPOA: Velayati
- September 15, 2017
State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said. In July, he very reluctantly certified to Congress, based on advice from Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and national security adviser H.R. The White House did not issue a statement announcing the extension of the sanctions waivers and left it to the State Department to make the move public. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said. In July, he very reluctantly certified to Congress, based on advice from Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and national security adviser H.R. The White House did not issue a statement announcing the extension of the sanctions waivers and left it to the State Department to make the move public. (more...)
Karim to continue as Kirkuk Governor, says Iraqi Parliament's dismissal 'illegal'
- September 15, 2017
Parliament speaker Salim al-Juburi said he had received a letter from Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi's office calling for MPs to vote on the dismissal of the governor, Najm Eddine Karim. He did not disclose details of the plan, but said the discussion with the Kurdish leaders was "positive and constructive". "I will stay in office", he told Reuters. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Parliament speaker Salim al-Juburi said he had received a letter from Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi's office calling for MPs to vote on the dismissal of the governor, Najm Eddine Karim. He did not disclose details of the plan, but said the discussion with the Kurdish leaders was "positive and constructive". "I will stay in office", he told Reuters. (more...)
Georgia governor expands state of emergency to include entire state
- September 15, 2017
Nathan Deal has expanded a state of emergency to include all 159 Georgia counties, Deal's office said. "We're taking precautions in every area but there are certainly things that we can not control", Deal said. Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority resumed full service Tuesday. Customers are encouraged to visit the MARTA website or call customer service at 404-848-5000. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Nathan Deal has expanded a state of emergency to include all 159 Georgia counties, Deal's office said. "We're taking precautions in every area but there are certainly things that we can not control", Deal said. Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority resumed full service Tuesday. Customers are encouraged to visit the MARTA website or call customer service at 404-848-5000. (more...)
'Trump is off the Trump Train'
- September 15, 2017
A year ago, Coulter attacked Trump for almost the exact same reason: He said on the campaign trail that he would be open to allowing some undocumented immigrants to stay in the country legally, a day before Coulter published " In Trump We Trust ", which praised the then-candidate for his hardline immigration platform. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
A year ago, Coulter attacked Trump for almost the exact same reason: He said on the campaign trail that he would be open to allowing some undocumented immigrants to stay in the country legally, a day before Coulter published " In Trump We Trust ", which praised the then-candidate for his hardline immigration platform. (more...)
8 dead in Florida nursing home Irma left without air conditioning
- September 15, 2017
Firefighters have now evacuated 115 people from the center and have claimed that many remain in critical condition. Four more patients died at or en route to a nearby hospital and a fifth was later identified as having died the night before. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Firefighters have now evacuated 115 people from the center and have claimed that many remain in critical condition. Four more patients died at or en route to a nearby hospital and a fifth was later identified as having died the night before. (more...)
Bitcoin price falls further amid China crackdown
- September 15, 2017
Potentially the biggest catalyst has been the plummeting US dollar, which recently hit a two-and-a-half year low. At one point, China was responsible for 80% of Bitcoin trading . Thousands of investors as well as organizations in the midst of planning or conducting ICOs find themselves rudderless, both in terms of where they will host their operations and how the volatility of the currency will affect the raising of capital. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Potentially the biggest catalyst has been the plummeting US dollar, which recently hit a two-and-a-half year low. At one point, China was responsible for 80% of Bitcoin trading . Thousands of investors as well as organizations in the midst of planning or conducting ICOs find themselves rudderless, both in terms of where they will host their operations and how the volatility of the currency will affect the raising of capital. (more...)
Sammy cameo in vain as World XI lose opener
- September 15, 2017
Amla played an outstanding innings with a notable contribution of 72 runs for his team. While Hashim Amla smashed a delightful half century, Perera provided an excellent finish with a 19-ball 47. Ahmed Shehzad (43) and Shoaib Malik (39) had good starts but none of them went on to score big, as Pakistan found it tough going on a slow and low pitch. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Amla played an outstanding innings with a notable contribution of 72 runs for his team. While Hashim Amla smashed a delightful half century, Perera provided an excellent finish with a 19-ball 47. Ahmed Shehzad (43) and Shoaib Malik (39) had good starts but none of them went on to score big, as Pakistan found it tough going on a slow and low pitch. (more...)
Trump heads to Florida to survey damage from Hurricane Irma
- September 15, 2017
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that wealthy Americans will gain nothing under his tax reform plan and may even have to pay higher taxes. Trump quickly injected politics into the visit, telling reporters that he was hopeful that Scott, a two-term GOP governor, will challenge a Democratic senator next year. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that wealthy Americans will gain nothing under his tax reform plan and may even have to pay higher taxes. Trump quickly injected politics into the visit, telling reporters that he was hopeful that Scott, a two-term GOP governor, will challenge a Democratic senator next year. (more...)
Germany Regain Top Spot In FIFA Rankings
- September 15, 2017
Senegal is fourth with Burkina Faso (7th), Ghana (8th), Cote d' Ivoire (9th) and Morocco completing the Top Ten power houses of African football. It said that Egypt retained the first position on the continent and 30th in the world with 815 points, followed by Tunisia with 810 points and 31st in the world. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Senegal is fourth with Burkina Faso (7th), Ghana (8th), Cote d' Ivoire (9th) and Morocco completing the Top Ten power houses of African football. It said that Egypt retained the first position on the continent and 30th in the world with 815 points, followed by Tunisia with 810 points and 31st in the world. (more...)
PACCAR Inc (PCAR), Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation (COG)
- September 15, 2017
The following firms have recently changed their position in COG. Windstream Holdings, Inc. (WIN) is recuperating from the fall at $1.87, the 52-week low. The company also recently announced a dividend paid on Thursday the 24th of August 2017. Hightower Advisors Limited Liability Company holds 0% or 10,013 shares. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
The following firms have recently changed their position in COG. Windstream Holdings, Inc. (WIN) is recuperating from the fall at $1.87, the 52-week low. The company also recently announced a dividend paid on Thursday the 24th of August 2017. Hightower Advisors Limited Liability Company holds 0% or 10,013 shares. (more...)
UN Security Council adopts new sanctions against North Korea
- September 15, 2017
He said North Korea "was ready to solve this problem with countermeasures", without offering any specifics. "The forthcoming measures by DPRK will make the United States suffer the greatest pain it ever experienced in its history". One of the considerations is that the latest draft removes a call for a full oil embargo on the country. Geng also urged a renewal of talks with North Korea, in keeping with longstanding Chinese policy, and said Beijing opposed unilateral measures such as ... (more...)
- September 15, 2017
He said North Korea "was ready to solve this problem with countermeasures", without offering any specifics. "The forthcoming measures by DPRK will make the United States suffer the greatest pain it ever experienced in its history". One of the considerations is that the latest draft removes a call for a full oil embargo on the country. Geng also urged a renewal of talks with North Korea, in keeping with longstanding Chinese policy, and said Beijing opposed unilateral measures such as ... (more...)
Mueller investigation focusing on social media's role in 2016 election
- September 15, 2017
The ads did not name a specific 2016 presidential candidate, but focused on divisive political issues ranging from gun control to immigration. Google, which said last week it had seen no evidence of a Russian ad campaign on its platforms during last year's USA election, earlier this year offered to defend election organizers and civic groups against cyber attacks free of charge. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
The ads did not name a specific 2016 presidential candidate, but focused on divisive political issues ranging from gun control to immigration. Google, which said last week it had seen no evidence of a Russian ad campaign on its platforms during last year's USA election, earlier this year offered to defend election organizers and civic groups against cyber attacks free of charge. (more...)
Western Balkans in EU? Not before 2019 - Juncker
- September 15, 2017
Asked if future success rested completely on trade negotiations, he added: "That's going to be really, really important for our future and we will be working with the Government to make sure that the maritime sector is a strong beneficiary of that because it's something that this country is really, really good at". (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Asked if future success rested completely on trade negotiations, he added: "That's going to be really, really important for our future and we will be working with the Government to make sure that the maritime sector is a strong beneficiary of that because it's something that this country is really, really good at". (more...)
Belt made of bullets spurs scare, evacuation in NY
- September 15, 2017
Miller said the NYPD has taken the belt to check if the bullets are live rounds or not. Miller joked that the man's belt was "part of his wardrobe - a fashion statement - probably not a very good fashion statement". The owner said they are not. That is exactly what happened this afternoon at Pace University. This year it was ranked the safest college campus in America by RentCollegePads.com , a college real estate listings site, which said Pace "averages just two crimes per academic ... (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Miller said the NYPD has taken the belt to check if the bullets are live rounds or not. Miller joked that the man's belt was "part of his wardrobe - a fashion statement - probably not a very good fashion statement". The owner said they are not. That is exactly what happened this afternoon at Pace University. This year it was ranked the safest college campus in America by RentCollegePads.com , a college real estate listings site, which said Pace "averages just two crimes per academic ... (more...)
American fighting for ISIL captured in Syria
- September 15, 2017
The person "is being legally detained by Department of Defense personnel as a known enemy combatant", Eric Pahon, a spokesperson for the US Department of Defense, reportedly said, without revealing the Isis fighter's identity. The previous March 2016 case of US citizen Mohamad Khweis fighting for the terrorist surrendering occurred in Iraq, which is a sovereign nation. The spokesperson added that worldwide laws and laws of armed conflict would be closely monitored as a 'precondition for ... (more...)
- September 15, 2017
The person "is being legally detained by Department of Defense personnel as a known enemy combatant", Eric Pahon, a spokesperson for the US Department of Defense, reportedly said, without revealing the Isis fighter's identity. The previous March 2016 case of US citizen Mohamad Khweis fighting for the terrorist surrendering occurred in Iraq, which is a sovereign nation. The spokesperson added that worldwide laws and laws of armed conflict would be closely monitored as a 'precondition for ... (more...)
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