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ATC convicts Hafiz Saeed in two terror financing cases
- February 13, 2020
Saeed, who in November 2018 was set free from a 300-day-long house arrest , has been repeatedly accused by the USA and India of masterminding the 2008 attacks on the Indian financial capital that killed 166 people. It is a smokescreen to convince the global community that Pakistan is struggling to deal with terror activities and financing on its soil. Saeed-led Jamatud Dawa is believed to be the front organisation for the LeT which is responsible for carrying out the 2008 Mumbai attacks ... (more...)
- February 13, 2020
Saeed, who in November 2018 was set free from a 300-day-long house arrest , has been repeatedly accused by the USA and India of masterminding the 2008 attacks on the Indian financial capital that killed 166 people. It is a smokescreen to convince the global community that Pakistan is struggling to deal with terror activities and financing on its soil. Saeed-led Jamatud Dawa is believed to be the front organisation for the LeT which is responsible for carrying out the 2008 Mumbai attacks ... (more...)
Millions at risk of starvation — Locust plague
- February 13, 2020
The United Nations says desert locusts are the most risky migratory pests in the world because they threaten livelihoods, food security , the environment and economic development. The first swarm came from West Pokot through Kosike in Karita sub-county and flew towards Nakapiripirit and Nabilatuk areas. "The desert locust is among the most risky migratory pests in the world: A large desert locust plague can contain up to 58 million individuals per square mile, with half a million locusts ... (more...)
- February 13, 2020
The United Nations says desert locusts are the most risky migratory pests in the world because they threaten livelihoods, food security , the environment and economic development. The first swarm came from West Pokot through Kosike in Karita sub-county and flew towards Nakapiripirit and Nabilatuk areas. "The desert locust is among the most risky migratory pests in the world: A large desert locust plague can contain up to 58 million individuals per square mile, with half a million locusts ... (more...)
European Union parliament backs negotiator in Brexit trade talks
- February 13, 2020
George Brandis said that Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab's visit to Australia last week left politicians keen for an "ambitious and high value" free trade agreement between the two countries. The document said Sajid Javid, the chancellor, would seek a full chapter on financial services in any free trade agreement, with "comprehensive, permanent equivalence decisions". (more...)
- February 13, 2020
George Brandis said that Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab's visit to Australia last week left politicians keen for an "ambitious and high value" free trade agreement between the two countries. The document said Sajid Javid, the chancellor, would seek a full chapter on financial services in any free trade agreement, with "comprehensive, permanent equivalence decisions". (more...)
Lindsey Graham: Giuliani sharing anti-Biden info with Justice Dept
- February 12, 2020
Though Barr confirmed that the DOJ would evaluate Giuliani's information, he also warned that officials " can't take anything we receive from the Ukraine at face value ". Rudy Giuliani's operation, which has targeted Trump's domestic political rivals like former Vice President Joe Biden, was at the center of the impeachment saga, and it doesn't sound like it's going anywhere. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Though Barr confirmed that the DOJ would evaluate Giuliani's information, he also warned that officials " can't take anything we receive from the Ukraine at face value ". Rudy Giuliani's operation, which has targeted Trump's domestic political rivals like former Vice President Joe Biden, was at the center of the impeachment saga, and it doesn't sound like it's going anywhere. (more...)
Democrats debate ahead of New Hampshire primary as Bloomberg looms
- February 12, 2020
During breakfast, Sanders noted that although he liked Buttigieg, accepting donations from billionaires was problematic. The debate comes a day after all the results finally came in from Iowa, but The Associated Press announced it was unable to officially declare a victor. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
During breakfast, Sanders noted that although he liked Buttigieg, accepting donations from billionaires was problematic. The debate comes a day after all the results finally came in from Iowa, but The Associated Press announced it was unable to officially declare a victor. (more...)
NOAA seeks tips on who is shooting, stabbing dolphins in Florida
- February 12, 2020
The animal was apparently taken out execution-style, as it was found with a large round hole in the right side of its head, below its eye. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission made a grisly discovery last week in Naples, Florida, when a dead dolphin washed ashore with a massive wound to its face. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The animal was apparently taken out execution-style, as it was found with a large round hole in the right side of its head, below its eye. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission made a grisly discovery last week in Naples, Florida, when a dead dolphin washed ashore with a massive wound to its face. (more...)
U.S. troops fatally shoot Syrian man after convoy is blocked
- February 12, 2020
The state-run media report said the man who was killed was a civilian, but the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said it is not clear if he was a civilian or a member of a pro-government militia. A Russian convoy arrived on the scene, apparently to defuse tensions, the Observatory reported. USA jets ripped through the air above the villages after the incident, the Observatory reported. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The state-run media report said the man who was killed was a civilian, but the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said it is not clear if he was a civilian or a member of a pro-government militia. A Russian convoy arrived on the scene, apparently to defuse tensions, the Observatory reported. USA jets ripped through the air above the villages after the incident, the Observatory reported. (more...)
Philippines Moves to Close ABS-CBN, Its Major Broadcast Network
- February 12, 2020
A quo warranto "is a special civil action brought in the name of the Philippines against a person who usurps, intrudes into, or unlawfully holds or exercises a public office, position or franchise; or against a public officer who does or suffers an act which, by provision of law, constitutes a ground for the forfeiture of his office; or an association which acts as a corporation within the Philippines without being legally incorporated or without lawful authority to act". (more...)
- February 12, 2020
A quo warranto "is a special civil action brought in the name of the Philippines against a person who usurps, intrudes into, or unlawfully holds or exercises a public office, position or franchise; or against a public officer who does or suffers an act which, by provision of law, constitutes a ground for the forfeiture of his office; or an association which acts as a corporation within the Philippines without being legally incorporated or without lawful authority to act". (more...)
Soldier kills 26 in bloodiest shooting spree in Thailand
- February 12, 2020
Saturday when the soldier allegedly shot dead his commanding officer and a woman at the senior officer's residence near Surathampitak army camp, the police said . Thai special forces are reportedly preparing to storm the building. One police officer was killed during the raid, it was confirmed. Police identified the suspect as Jakrapanth Thomma. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Saturday when the soldier allegedly shot dead his commanding officer and a woman at the senior officer's residence near Surathampitak army camp, the police said . Thai special forces are reportedly preparing to storm the building. One police officer was killed during the raid, it was confirmed. Police identified the suspect as Jakrapanth Thomma. (more...)
Kramp-Karrenbauer to quit as CDU leader, won't run for German chancellor
- February 12, 2020
The breach in the political dam towards the AfD in Thuringia prompted Merkel's junior partners in the national government, the Social Democratic Party (SPD), to call urgent talks at the weekend about the partnership's future. The surprise announcement of Kramp-Karrenbauer, who is widely seen as German Chancellor Angela Merkel's hand-picked successor, was perceived as a political quake and the vacuum left at the top of German political parties could open a new round of power struggle, ... (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The breach in the political dam towards the AfD in Thuringia prompted Merkel's junior partners in the national government, the Social Democratic Party (SPD), to call urgent talks at the weekend about the partnership's future. The surprise announcement of Kramp-Karrenbauer, who is widely seen as German Chancellor Angela Merkel's hand-picked successor, was perceived as a political quake and the vacuum left at the top of German political parties could open a new round of power struggle, ... (more...)
Record-Setting Firework Turns Sky Red Over Colorado Festival
- February 12, 2020
Here are the specs: It was a 62-inch, 2,797-pound firework shell, and it was shot 2,200 feet into the air. Before that, the United Arab Emirates held the document for the most important firework, when in 2018, 2,397-pound (1,087 kg) explosives had been launched there. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Here are the specs: It was a 62-inch, 2,797-pound firework shell, and it was shot 2,200 feet into the air. Before that, the United Arab Emirates held the document for the most important firework, when in 2018, 2,397-pound (1,087 kg) explosives had been launched there. (more...)
Trudeau heading south to bring Security Council seat pitch to Caribbean states
- February 12, 2020
The main objective should be to guarantee the preservation of national unity, the functioning of public institutions and the sovereignty of people, insists the former head of the Peace and Security Council (PSC). Libya , a migration conduit, has been in turmoil since the 2011 overthrow of dictator Muamar Gadhafi and is now a battle zone for proxy forces, pitting General Khalifa Haftar against the UN-backed government of Fayez al-Serraj in Tripoli. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The main objective should be to guarantee the preservation of national unity, the functioning of public institutions and the sovereignty of people, insists the former head of the Peace and Security Council (PSC). Libya , a migration conduit, has been in turmoil since the 2011 overthrow of dictator Muamar Gadhafi and is now a battle zone for proxy forces, pitting General Khalifa Haftar against the UN-backed government of Fayez al-Serraj in Tripoli. (more...)
Donald Trump to hold roadshow, attend 'Howdy, Modi'-like event in Ahmedabad
- February 12, 2020
The US President's visit comes at a time when there have been some issues between both the nations regarding trade. "Robust friendship between our nations augurs well not only for our citizens but also for the entire world", he added. "And you know (it) is the largest stadium in the world". "Being built at an estimated cost of United States dollars 100 million, the Motera Stadium with a seating capacity of 100,000 spectators will be the world" s largest cricket stadium overtaking the ... (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The US President's visit comes at a time when there have been some issues between both the nations regarding trade. "Robust friendship between our nations augurs well not only for our citizens but also for the entire world", he added. "And you know (it) is the largest stadium in the world". "Being built at an estimated cost of United States dollars 100 million, the Motera Stadium with a seating capacity of 100,000 spectators will be the world" s largest cricket stadium overtaking the ... (more...)
How to watch the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show day 2
- February 12, 2020
Elizabeth Salewsky is showing two dogs, a 7-year-old cane corso named Crom and a 3-year-old St. Bernard named Sandy, the article said. Bono , the Havanese, won Reserve Best in Show, which is essentially second place in last year's competition. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Elizabeth Salewsky is showing two dogs, a 7-year-old cane corso named Crom and a 3-year-old St. Bernard named Sandy, the article said. Bono , the Havanese, won Reserve Best in Show, which is essentially second place in last year's competition. (more...)
Taiwan's warplanes intercept Chinese military aircraft on flight around contested island
- February 12, 2020
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen lashed out at Beijing for taking "meaningless and unnecessary" moves when it should be containing a deadly coronavirus outbreak . China denounced Lai's trip. The Civil Aeronautics Administration said that the number of flights to China originally scheduled for Monday was 148 but that 103 of them have been canceled, amounting to a cancellation rate of 70 percent, China Times reported . (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen lashed out at Beijing for taking "meaningless and unnecessary" moves when it should be containing a deadly coronavirus outbreak . China denounced Lai's trip. The Civil Aeronautics Administration said that the number of flights to China originally scheduled for Monday was 148 but that 103 of them have been canceled, amounting to a cancellation rate of 70 percent, China Times reported . (more...)
Boat Carrying Rohingyas Capsizes In Bay Of Bengal, 15 Dead
- February 12, 2020
An estimated 25,000 Rohingya left Bangladesh and Myanmar on boats in 2015 trying to get to Thailand , Malaysia and Indonesia. At least 15 people are dead and about 50 are still missing. Malaysia is the favoured destination of the Rohingya as it is a Muslim majority nation and has a sizeable Rohingya diaspora. Islam said that in the past two months dozens of Rohingya had reported approaches from traffickers to his OKUP migration rights group. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
An estimated 25,000 Rohingya left Bangladesh and Myanmar on boats in 2015 trying to get to Thailand , Malaysia and Indonesia. At least 15 people are dead and about 50 are still missing. Malaysia is the favoured destination of the Rohingya as it is a Muslim majority nation and has a sizeable Rohingya diaspora. Islam said that in the past two months dozens of Rohingya had reported approaches from traffickers to his OKUP migration rights group. (more...)
China denies role in cybertheft following Equifax accusations
- February 12, 2020
Of the 15m affected in the United Kingdom, 700,000 had sensitive, personal data stolen including payment information, driver's licenses, passwords and addresses, while the rest were at risk of names and dates of birth being stolen. "This was a deliberate and sweeping intrusion into the private information of the American people". Foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang told reporters during a daily briefing that China is also a victim of USA cyber theft, surveillance and monitoring and said ... (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Of the 15m affected in the United Kingdom, 700,000 had sensitive, personal data stolen including payment information, driver's licenses, passwords and addresses, while the rest were at risk of names and dates of birth being stolen. "This was a deliberate and sweeping intrusion into the private information of the American people". Foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang told reporters during a daily briefing that China is also a victim of USA cyber theft, surveillance and monitoring and said ... (more...)
SC issues notice to Centre, Delhi on pleas against Shaheen Bagh protests
- February 12, 2020
You can not block a public road. The court, stating that it will not pass an order without hearing the other side, posted the matter for February 17. NEWS9 is Karnataka's only English news channel, committed to delivering objective and insightful news and information. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
You can not block a public road. The court, stating that it will not pass an order without hearing the other side, posted the matter for February 17. NEWS9 is Karnataka's only English news channel, committed to delivering objective and insightful news and information. (more...)
Coronavirus UK latest: Latest Brit coronavirus patient 'linked to previous cases'
- February 12, 2020
Major cities and capitals worldwide have announced new travel restrictions as concern continued to rise over the spread of the coronavirus which originated in China . The World Health Organization (WHO) said the disease has spread to 25 countries around the world. The new United Kingdom case is a known contact of a previously confirmed case there, the country's Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty said, adding that "experts. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Major cities and capitals worldwide have announced new travel restrictions as concern continued to rise over the spread of the coronavirus which originated in China . The World Health Organization (WHO) said the disease has spread to 25 countries around the world. The new United Kingdom case is a known contact of a previously confirmed case there, the country's Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty said, adding that "experts. (more...)
Palestinian President Abbas rejects US Mideast plan
- February 12, 2020
Security Council for a resolution opposing it. "I came to all of you today to affirm the Palestinian position which rejects the American-Israeli deal ", Abbas told the council Tuesday at United Nations headquarters in New York City. Also, the defense rested its case in Harvey Weinstein's NY rape trial. Abbas urged Trump to disavow the plan and seek a return to negotiations based on existing United Nations resolutions that call for a two-state solution based on pre-1967 border lines. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Security Council for a resolution opposing it. "I came to all of you today to affirm the Palestinian position which rejects the American-Israeli deal ", Abbas told the council Tuesday at United Nations headquarters in New York City. Also, the defense rested its case in Harvey Weinstein's NY rape trial. Abbas urged Trump to disavow the plan and seek a return to negotiations based on existing United Nations resolutions that call for a two-state solution based on pre-1967 border lines. (more...)
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