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Diplomat tapped as prime minister vows reforms in Lebanon
- September 01, 2020
He has served as ambassador to Germany since 2013. Macron will then begin the most sensitive and anticipated leg of his visit: hard discussions with under-fire political leaders widely blamed for the explosion, which was caused by a stockpile of ammonium nitrate fertiliser that had languished in the port for years. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
He has served as ambassador to Germany since 2013. Macron will then begin the most sensitive and anticipated leg of his visit: hard discussions with under-fire political leaders widely blamed for the explosion, which was caused by a stockpile of ammonium nitrate fertiliser that had languished in the port for years. (more...)
U.S. COVID-19 cases top 6 million
- September 01, 2020
USA cases of the coronavirus have surpassed six million as many states in the Midwest reported increasing infections, a Reuters tally on Sunday showed. The number of people tested has fallen in recent weeks. Many health officials and at least 33 states have rejected last week's latest COVID-19 testing recommendations released by the Trump administration, which said those who were exposed to the virus and without symptoms do not need testing. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
USA cases of the coronavirus have surpassed six million as many states in the Midwest reported increasing infections, a Reuters tally on Sunday showed. The number of people tested has fallen in recent weeks. Many health officials and at least 33 states have rejected last week's latest COVID-19 testing recommendations released by the Trump administration, which said those who were exposed to the virus and without symptoms do not need testing. (more...)
India coronavirus cases surge to 3.6 million
- September 01, 2020
It also will move ahead with limited sports and religious events next month. Authorities say they are taking special measures for the exams. The world's second most populous nation is the third worst affected globally after the United States and Brazil, but its daily tallies have exceeded those of the other two countries for nearly two weeks. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
It also will move ahead with limited sports and religious events next month. Authorities say they are taking special measures for the exams. The world's second most populous nation is the third worst affected globally after the United States and Brazil, but its daily tallies have exceeded those of the other two countries for nearly two weeks. (more...)
Facebook threatens to ban Australians from sharing news
- September 01, 2020
Facebook said: "the legislation is based on a false premise and creates a one-sided, binding commercial process". The chairman of Australia's competition regulator, Rod Sims, said Facebook's threat was "ill-timed and misconceived". In a separate open letter , Google said that the proposed law was a threat to individual privacy and could impact the way Australians use the company's platforms in terms of free services. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Facebook said: "the legislation is based on a false premise and creates a one-sided, binding commercial process". The chairman of Australia's competition regulator, Rod Sims, said Facebook's threat was "ill-timed and misconceived". In a separate open letter , Google said that the proposed law was a threat to individual privacy and could impact the way Australians use the company's platforms in terms of free services. (more...)
European Union pledges €400 million for Covid-19 vaccine
- September 01, 2020
Novavax, SK bioscience and the Republic of Korea Ministry of Health signed a letter of intent during a virtual signing ceremony on August 13, 2020. It's now in stage two of its clinical trials and could be available as early as the second quarter of 2021. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Novavax, SK bioscience and the Republic of Korea Ministry of Health signed a letter of intent during a virtual signing ceremony on August 13, 2020. It's now in stage two of its clinical trials and could be available as early as the second quarter of 2021. (more...)
Trump formally accepts Republican Party’s presidential renomination for Nov election
- September 01, 2020
The President said he will to visit the region this weekend. Elsewhere, Joe Biden dismissed Nancy Pelosi's suggestion not to debate the president, saying he was looking forward to confronting Trump on the stage in September and October. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
The President said he will to visit the region this weekend. Elsewhere, Joe Biden dismissed Nancy Pelosi's suggestion not to debate the president, saying he was looking forward to confronting Trump on the stage in September and October. (more...)
Biden calls for end to 'lawlessness' in protest-hit U.S. cities
- September 01, 2020
Last Saturday's shooting during a pro-Trump rally in the OR city followed a week of countrywide protests - including the cancellation of numerous sporting events - over the police shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin , of African American Jacob Blake . (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Last Saturday's shooting during a pro-Trump rally in the OR city followed a week of countrywide protests - including the cancellation of numerous sporting events - over the police shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin , of African American Jacob Blake . (more...)
Activists Topple Statue Of 1st Canadian PM
- September 01, 2020
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney condemned the incident in Quebec . "Such gestures can not be accepted nor tolerated", Plante said in a tweet . New Conservative leader Erin O'Toole tweeted, "Canada wouldn't exist without Sir John A. "Many of those on the extreme left responsible for this kind of violence claim that Canada is an illegitimate state, all the while enjoying Canada's rights, freedoms, privileges & prosperity". (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney condemned the incident in Quebec . "Such gestures can not be accepted nor tolerated", Plante said in a tweet . New Conservative leader Erin O'Toole tweeted, "Canada wouldn't exist without Sir John A. "Many of those on the extreme left responsible for this kind of violence claim that Canada is an illegitimate state, all the while enjoying Canada's rights, freedoms, privileges & prosperity". (more...)
Adam Schiff says Russian Federation is helping Trump's campaign again
- September 01, 2020
Biden called the move "a shameless partisan manipulation to protect the personal interests of President Trump". The agency released information to the public this summer announcing that the Russians were once again trying to help Trump win his election by sabotaging his opponent. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Biden called the move "a shameless partisan manipulation to protect the personal interests of President Trump". The agency released information to the public this summer announcing that the Russians were once again trying to help Trump win his election by sabotaging his opponent. (more...)
Four foot snake pulled out of Russian woman's mouth
- September 01, 2020
Emotion unwell, the younger female was rushed to clinic exactly where she was set beneath standard anaesthetic. As the snake is removed, you can hear an audible gasp from those in the room. Other victims have complained of "something alive" inside them immediately after snakes slithered into their mouths. Locals say such incidents are infrequent as older citizens advise people not to sleep outside, as the woman did, because of the risk of snakes entering their mouths. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Emotion unwell, the younger female was rushed to clinic exactly where she was set beneath standard anaesthetic. As the snake is removed, you can hear an audible gasp from those in the room. Other victims have complained of "something alive" inside them immediately after snakes slithered into their mouths. Locals say such incidents are infrequent as older citizens advise people not to sleep outside, as the woman did, because of the risk of snakes entering their mouths. (more...)
Trucks Flying Trump Flags Drive Through Protest Group in Portland
- September 01, 2020
Police have said they have no suspect. Portland authorities urged people to stay away from the downtown area on Sunday where a protest had been planned. 'I heard like three seconds of yelling and saw a guy spray bear mace, ' Dunlap told CNN. 'I've watched the video 100 times , slo-mo and on my TV, and still don't know where the shots actually came from, ' Dunlap said. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Police have said they have no suspect. Portland authorities urged people to stay away from the downtown area on Sunday where a protest had been planned. 'I heard like three seconds of yelling and saw a guy spray bear mace, ' Dunlap told CNN. 'I've watched the video 100 times , slo-mo and on my TV, and still don't know where the shots actually came from, ' Dunlap said. (more...)
Flynn Loses Bid to Force Judge to Dismiss Criminal Case
- September 01, 2020
It remains unclear whether the D.C. Circuit's ruling will hold or whether Flynn will appeal to the Supreme Court. A mandamus petition is a form of extraordinary relief which asks a higher court to issue an order to a lower court. The prosecutors later asked the judge to dismiss the case after discovering evidence that the bureau had no reason to conduct the interview during which Flynn allegedly lied. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
It remains unclear whether the D.C. Circuit's ruling will hold or whether Flynn will appeal to the Supreme Court. A mandamus petition is a form of extraordinary relief which asks a higher court to issue an order to a lower court. The prosecutors later asked the judge to dismiss the case after discovering evidence that the bureau had no reason to conduct the interview during which Flynn allegedly lied. (more...)
Russian aircraft make 'unsafe' intercept of US Air Force B-52 bomber
- September 01, 2020
Gen. Tod Wolters , commander of U.S. European Command added, "By further enhancing our enduring relationships, we send a clear message to potential adversaries about our readiness to meet any global challenge". The air force said USA pilots were "exercising our freedom of navigation and overflight" when the incident occurred. The 5th BW was deployed to Europe to demonstrate US capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions across the globe. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Gen. Tod Wolters , commander of U.S. European Command added, "By further enhancing our enduring relationships, we send a clear message to potential adversaries about our readiness to meet any global challenge". The air force said USA pilots were "exercising our freedom of navigation and overflight" when the incident occurred. The 5th BW was deployed to Europe to demonstrate US capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions across the globe. (more...)
New tropical depression forms off North Carolina’s coast
- September 01, 2020
Sea surface temperatures averaged across portions of the tropical Atlantic are somewhat above normal, a Colorado State University report said , while the subtropical Atlantic is much warmer than average - contributing to favorable conditions for hurricanes . (more...)
- September 01, 2020
Sea surface temperatures averaged across portions of the tropical Atlantic are somewhat above normal, a Colorado State University report said , while the subtropical Atlantic is much warmer than average - contributing to favorable conditions for hurricanes . (more...)
Lebanon names diplomat Mustapha Adib as new prime minister
- September 01, 2020
The swift vote for Mr Adib - signalled a sense of urgency by Lebanon's traditional politicians to try and contain the rapidly worsening economic and financial crisis and show movement ahead of Mr Macron's visit. The Government resigned less than a week after the August 4 blast , which was caused by the ignition of almost 3,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate stored in a port warehouse for more than six years. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
The swift vote for Mr Adib - signalled a sense of urgency by Lebanon's traditional politicians to try and contain the rapidly worsening economic and financial crisis and show movement ahead of Mr Macron's visit. The Government resigned less than a week after the August 4 blast , which was caused by the ignition of almost 3,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate stored in a port warehouse for more than six years. (more...)
Higest ever covid-19 test conducted in a single day.10 updates
- September 01, 2020
The World Health Organization (WHO), in its guidance note on "Public Health Criteria to Adjust Public Health and Social Measures in the Context of COVID-19", has advised comprehensive surveillance for suspected coronavirus cases. According to data shared by the ministry, India's daily tests per million stands at 545. However, infections are rising rapidly in states like Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. (more...)
- September 01, 2020
The World Health Organization (WHO), in its guidance note on "Public Health Criteria to Adjust Public Health and Social Measures in the Context of COVID-19", has advised comprehensive surveillance for suspected coronavirus cases. According to data shared by the ministry, India's daily tests per million stands at 545. However, infections are rising rapidly in states like Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. (more...)
Six new Covid-19 cases in Limerick; 42 reported nationally
- August 31, 2020
The total number of cases includes 7,65,302 active cases, 27,13,934 cured/discharged/migrated cases and 63,498 fatalities. According to the ICMR, a cumulative total of 4,14,61,636 samples have been tested up to August 29 with 10,55,027 samples being tested on Saturday. (more...)
- August 31, 2020
The total number of cases includes 7,65,302 active cases, 27,13,934 cured/discharged/migrated cases and 63,498 fatalities. According to the ICMR, a cumulative total of 4,14,61,636 samples have been tested up to August 29 with 10,55,027 samples being tested on Saturday. (more...)
"Hotel Rwanda" hero arrested on terror charges, say police
- August 31, 2020
An global warrant was issued for his arrest and he is now in police custody in Kigali, Rwanda's capital, said the Rwanda Investigation Bureau. Murangira said Rusesabagina, who has agitated for political change in Rwanda from abroad, was the subject of an global arrest warrant and "suspected of financing and creating terror groups" operating in East Africa and overseas. (more...)
- August 31, 2020
An global warrant was issued for his arrest and he is now in police custody in Kigali, Rwanda's capital, said the Rwanda Investigation Bureau. Murangira said Rusesabagina, who has agitated for political change in Rwanda from abroad, was the subject of an global arrest warrant and "suspected of financing and creating terror groups" operating in East Africa and overseas. (more...)
Coronavirus: Cases on Tui flight from Zante to Cardiff
- August 31, 2020
Dr Shankar said that an investigation into positive cases in Wales had indicted a lack of social distancing between those aged between 20 and 30 had "resulted in the spread of the virus to other groups of people". According to Whitfield, she and her husband chose to self-isolate before any cases were confirmed due to the situation on the plane. "Anyone with symptoms should book a test without delay". (more...)
- August 31, 2020
Dr Shankar said that an investigation into positive cases in Wales had indicted a lack of social distancing between those aged between 20 and 30 had "resulted in the spread of the virus to other groups of people". According to Whitfield, she and her husband chose to self-isolate before any cases were confirmed due to the situation on the plane. "Anyone with symptoms should book a test without delay". (more...)
Donald Trump hails Shinzo Abe as Japan’s greatest PM ever in call
- August 31, 2020
Mr Abe also took the time to thank his USA and Australian counterparts, among others, for their warm wishes and hoped that the alliance between their nations would strengthen even after his departure from office. Ishiba unsuccessfully challenged Abe for LDP president in the last intraparty race in 2018. Japan's top government spokesman Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga could emerge as Japan's next prime minister because of his factional support within the ruling LDP. (more...)
- August 31, 2020
Mr Abe also took the time to thank his USA and Australian counterparts, among others, for their warm wishes and hoped that the alliance between their nations would strengthen even after his departure from office. Ishiba unsuccessfully challenged Abe for LDP president in the last intraparty race in 2018. Japan's top government spokesman Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga could emerge as Japan's next prime minister because of his factional support within the ruling LDP. (more...)
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