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Hundreds of Arizona fire crews assigned to out-of-state wildfires
- September 15, 2020
Firefighters are now battling 29 major fires in California , with the so-called August Complex burning across Mendocino and Humboldt counties, overtaking the LNU Lightning Complex and the SCU Lightning Complex to become the largest fire in state history. (more...)
- September 15, 2020
Firefighters are now battling 29 major fires in California , with the so-called August Complex burning across Mendocino and Humboldt counties, overtaking the LNU Lightning Complex and the SCU Lightning Complex to become the largest fire in state history. (more...)
Next two months to be tougher with more COVID-19 deaths
- September 15, 2020
The WHO reported 307,930 new cases worldwide on Sunday, the highest daily figure since the beginning of the pandemic in China late past year, as global cases rapidly approach 29 million. In a statement on Sunday, the World Health Organization said that there were 307,930 new cases globally in the last 24 hours, the highest single-day figure ever registered and about 1,000 more than the previous recording-setting daily caseload a week earlier, reports Xinhua news agency. (more...)
- September 15, 2020
The WHO reported 307,930 new cases worldwide on Sunday, the highest daily figure since the beginning of the pandemic in China late past year, as global cases rapidly approach 29 million. In a statement on Sunday, the World Health Organization said that there were 307,930 new cases globally in the last 24 hours, the highest single-day figure ever registered and about 1,000 more than the previous recording-setting daily caseload a week earlier, reports Xinhua news agency. (more...)
Coronavirus Ireland: no further deaths and 208 new cases
- September 15, 2020
To date, the county has seen 11,268 cases of covid, with 361 deaths. The county reports that in the past 48 hours, 1,491 tests were processed. The Darke County General Health District reported the county has 736 positive cases with 72 hospitalizations since the pandemic started. (more...)
- September 15, 2020
To date, the county has seen 11,268 cases of covid, with 361 deaths. The county reports that in the past 48 hours, 1,491 tests were processed. The Darke County General Health District reported the county has 736 positive cases with 72 hospitalizations since the pandemic started. (more...)
USA ambassador to China to quit in move to Trump campaign
- September 15, 2020
It did not give a reason for his departure. The U.S. ambassador to China, Terry Branstad, will step down from his position and return from the country in October, the U.S. in 2012 while still vice-president.Originally Branstad's appointment was welcomed by Beijing, with Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang lauding him as an "old friend of the Chinese people". (more...)
- September 15, 2020
It did not give a reason for his departure. The U.S. ambassador to China, Terry Branstad, will step down from his position and return from the country in October, the U.S. in 2012 while still vice-president.Originally Branstad's appointment was welcomed by Beijing, with Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang lauding him as an "old friend of the Chinese people". (more...)
Palestinians Decry Israeli Normalization Deals with UAE and Bahrain
- September 15, 2020
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington , D.C., today ahead of Tuesday's White House ceremony, where he will sign the US -brokered normalization deals between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Bahrain's interior minister said on Monday that normalising ties with Israel protects Bahrain's interests and strengthens its strategic partnership with the United States, amid an ongoing threat from Iran. (more...)
- September 15, 2020
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington , D.C., today ahead of Tuesday's White House ceremony, where he will sign the US -brokered normalization deals between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Bahrain's interior minister said on Monday that normalising ties with Israel protects Bahrain's interests and strengthens its strategic partnership with the United States, amid an ongoing threat from Iran. (more...)
Rakhi Sawant slams Kangana Ranaut over her Mumbai visit, supports Karan Johar
- September 14, 2020
She tweeted , "With a heavy heart leaving Mumbai, the way I was terrorised all these days constant attacks and abuses hurled at me attempts to break my house after my work place, alert security with lethal weapons around me". "I don't speak doesn't mean I don't have answers", he stated. On Sunday, Ranaut met Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari at Raj Bhavan to apprise him of the "injustice" done to her. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
She tweeted , "With a heavy heart leaving Mumbai, the way I was terrorised all these days constant attacks and abuses hurled at me attempts to break my house after my work place, alert security with lethal weapons around me". "I don't speak doesn't mean I don't have answers", he stated. On Sunday, Ranaut met Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari at Raj Bhavan to apprise him of the "injustice" done to her. (more...)
NOAA: Tropical Storm Teddy Track, Spaghetti Models
- September 14, 2020
In what has already been an active hurricane season, storm watchers are closely monitoring a pair of weather systems that threaten to deliver more damage. Storm surge from Sally was forecast to reach unsafe levels, due in part to the tide. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Sally is threatening to grow into a hurricane as it moves toward the Gulf Coast. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
In what has already been an active hurricane season, storm watchers are closely monitoring a pair of weather systems that threaten to deliver more damage. Storm surge from Sally was forecast to reach unsafe levels, due in part to the tide. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Sally is threatening to grow into a hurricane as it moves toward the Gulf Coast. (more...)
Death toll rises as wildfires ravage US West Coast
- September 14, 2020
At least 10 people have been killed in Oregon. Officials have said dozens of people are missing and warned that the death toll could rise. Twenty-two people have died in California since early August, and one person has been killed in Washington state. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
At least 10 people have been killed in Oregon. Officials have said dozens of people are missing and warned that the death toll could rise. Twenty-two people have died in California since early August, and one person has been killed in Washington state. (more...)
Raging Wildfires Affecting Air Quality in Riverside County
- September 14, 2020
The Air Quality Index (AQI) reading in San Francisco Monday morning was actually worse than it was on Sunday (190s vs. 160s) as smoke particles and polluted air continues to hover closer to ground level. 13, and Monday, Sept. 14 , due to the unhealthy air quality caused by the local Bobcat and El Dorado wildfires. "Wildfire smoke is a natural part of our environment but it is important to be mindful that exposure to smoke may affect your health", Environment Canada said in a September 9 ... (more...)
- September 14, 2020
The Air Quality Index (AQI) reading in San Francisco Monday morning was actually worse than it was on Sunday (190s vs. 160s) as smoke particles and polluted air continues to hover closer to ground level. 13, and Monday, Sept. 14 , due to the unhealthy air quality caused by the local Bobcat and El Dorado wildfires. "Wildfire smoke is a natural part of our environment but it is important to be mindful that exposure to smoke may affect your health", Environment Canada said in a September 9 ... (more...)
U.S. police officer fired after video shows him repeatedly punching black man
- September 14, 2020
The auto was then pulled over for what was described as a tail-light violation, according to Williams. On Saturday, Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill suspended the officer who punched Walker and ordered an internal investigation. The lawyers wanted him out of jail, but Clayton County officials said he must stay locked up on a warrant out of Fulton County. Williams said his client denies biting the deputy. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
The auto was then pulled over for what was described as a tail-light violation, according to Williams. On Saturday, Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill suspended the officer who punched Walker and ordered an internal investigation. The lawyers wanted him out of jail, but Clayton County officials said he must stay locked up on a warrant out of Fulton County. Williams said his client denies biting the deputy. (more...)
Israel to go back into lockdown after Covid-19 cases surge
- September 14, 2020
During the lockdown, Israelis will have to stay within 500 metres of their homes but can travel to workplaces that will be allowed to operate on a limited basis. Israel earned praise for its initial handling of the coronavirus outbreak, moving quickly to seal the country's borders and appearing to bring infections under control. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
During the lockdown, Israelis will have to stay within 500 metres of their homes but can travel to workplaces that will be allowed to operate on a limited basis. Israel earned praise for its initial handling of the coronavirus outbreak, moving quickly to seal the country's borders and appearing to bring infections under control. (more...)
Bob Woodward maintains he did nothing wrong by sitting on Trump audio
- September 14, 2020
Journalist Bob Woodward says President Donald Trump "did not understand the American public" when he was downplaying the severity of the coronavirus . For the book, Woodward conducted 17 on-the-record interviews with Trump. "Generally speaking, the heat kills this kind of virus", he said. Woodward also read excerpts of correspondence between Trump and North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un that he was able to obtain: " Kim says to Trump, 'Our meetings, our relationship, is out of a fantasy ... (more...)
- September 14, 2020
Journalist Bob Woodward says President Donald Trump "did not understand the American public" when he was downplaying the severity of the coronavirus . For the book, Woodward conducted 17 on-the-record interviews with Trump. "Generally speaking, the heat kills this kind of virus", he said. Woodward also read excerpts of correspondence between Trump and North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un that he was able to obtain: " Kim says to Trump, 'Our meetings, our relationship, is out of a fantasy ... (more...)
Iran Reportedly Considering Plot to Assassinate US Ambassador to South Africa
- September 14, 2020
Tensions between Iran and the U.S. have been at an all-time high for months, as U.S. officials have kept up a campaign of pressure against the Iranian government by rolling back sanctions previously relaxed under the U.S. A friend of the US president's, she was a member of his exclusive Mar-a-Lago club in Florida before Trump appointed her ambassador in 2018 to the country where she was born and raised. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
Tensions between Iran and the U.S. have been at an all-time high for months, as U.S. officials have kept up a campaign of pressure against the Iranian government by rolling back sanctions previously relaxed under the U.S. A friend of the US president's, she was a member of his exclusive Mar-a-Lago club in Florida before Trump appointed her ambassador in 2018 to the country where she was born and raised. (more...)
Fires raise fight over climate change before Trump's visit
- September 14, 2020
At least ten people have been killed in OR, according to the office of emergency management. Governor Kate Brown has said that dozens of people remained missing across three counties. There's an intoxicating smoke which is absolutely unhealthy for inhabitants, and it also gives great difficulty to the crews trying to battle the fires. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
At least ten people have been killed in OR, according to the office of emergency management. Governor Kate Brown has said that dozens of people remained missing across three counties. There's an intoxicating smoke which is absolutely unhealthy for inhabitants, and it also gives great difficulty to the crews trying to battle the fires. (more...)
New Zealand to relax COVID-19 restrictions in most regions next week
- September 14, 2020
New Zealand's total number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 is now 1,447, which is the number reported to the World Health Organization. A Cabinet meeting will be held next Monday to review the coronavirus situation in New Zealand and confirm the planned restriction easing, down to level 1. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
New Zealand's total number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 is now 1,447, which is the number reported to the World Health Organization. A Cabinet meeting will be held next Monday to review the coronavirus situation in New Zealand and confirm the planned restriction easing, down to level 1. (more...)
China Virologist Flees Hong Kong To Reveal Country's COVID Cover-Up
- September 14, 2020
Li had said that Beijing tried to silence her and cover up her work. However, the Chinese National Health Commission, World Health Organisation and the University Of Hong Kong have disputed her claims. 'We are going to publish it. She said she reported back that cases appeared to be rising exponentially but was told to "keep silent and be careful". (more...)
- September 14, 2020
Li had said that Beijing tried to silence her and cover up her work. However, the Chinese National Health Commission, World Health Organisation and the University Of Hong Kong have disputed her claims. 'We are going to publish it. She said she reported back that cases appeared to be rising exponentially but was told to "keep silent and be careful". (more...)
50-year-old python lays eggs at St. Louis Zoo
- September 14, 2020
In 2009, the same Saint Louis Zoo python laid a different batch of eggs, but none of those eggs hatched. The python, which has not been given a name, laid the eggs July 23. "As the keepers continue to incubate the eggs, they will be sending off samples for genetic testing". Wanner said childbirth is also unusual because globular snakes usually stop laying eggs long before they reach their 60s. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
In 2009, the same Saint Louis Zoo python laid a different batch of eggs, but none of those eggs hatched. The python, which has not been given a name, laid the eggs July 23. "As the keepers continue to incubate the eggs, they will be sending off samples for genetic testing". Wanner said childbirth is also unusual because globular snakes usually stop laying eggs long before they reach their 60s. (more...)
Trump finally releases controversial drug price executive order
- September 14, 2020
The White House on Sunday provided a text of the executive order, which does not appear to be a newly signed document. "My Most Favored Nation order will ensure that our Country gets the same low price Big Pharma gives to other countries", he tweeted Sunday. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
The White House on Sunday provided a text of the executive order, which does not appear to be a newly signed document. "My Most Favored Nation order will ensure that our Country gets the same low price Big Pharma gives to other countries", he tweeted Sunday. (more...)
Japan ruling party elects Yoshihide Suga as PM successor
- September 14, 2020
Now the chief cabinet secretary, Suga took 377 of a total of 534 votes against the two other contenders, former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba and former Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida. Suga served as a policy coordinator and adviser to Abe, the point man behind the centralized power of the Prime Minister's Office and its influence over bureaucrats in implementing policies. (more...)
- September 14, 2020
Now the chief cabinet secretary, Suga took 377 of a total of 534 votes against the two other contenders, former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba and former Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida. Suga served as a policy coordinator and adviser to Abe, the point man behind the centralized power of the Prime Minister's Office and its influence over bureaucrats in implementing policies. (more...)
Israel, Bahrain to establish direct flights after normalisation: Netanyahu
- September 14, 2020
The crucial question now is whether Saudi Arabia, one of the Middle East's most influential countries and a close USA ally, will follow suit. The US-mediated agreements have been unanimously condemned by the Palestinian leadership and factions, who called it a "stab in the back" of the Palestinians and a betrayal of the Palestinian cause . (more...)
- September 14, 2020
The crucial question now is whether Saudi Arabia, one of the Middle East's most influential countries and a close USA ally, will follow suit. The US-mediated agreements have been unanimously condemned by the Palestinian leadership and factions, who called it a "stab in the back" of the Palestinians and a betrayal of the Palestinian cause . (more...)
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