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Illinois Supreme Court Affirms Drew Peterson Murder Conviction
- September 22, 2017
The court said the hearsay statements were allowed under the common law doctrine of forfeiture by wrongdoing, which allows introduction of an absent witness's statements when the defendant's conduct prevented the witness from testifying. Statements Stacy Peterson allegedly made to her pastor and others were used against Drew Peterson in the Savio case. The Illinois Supreme Court is scheduled to rule on whether former Chicago-area police officer Drew Peterson was properly convicted of ... (more...)
- September 22, 2017
The court said the hearsay statements were allowed under the common law doctrine of forfeiture by wrongdoing, which allows introduction of an absent witness's statements when the defendant's conduct prevented the witness from testifying. Statements Stacy Peterson allegedly made to her pastor and others were used against Drew Peterson in the Savio case. The Illinois Supreme Court is scheduled to rule on whether former Chicago-area police officer Drew Peterson was properly convicted of ... (more...)
Saudi Arabia Lifts the Ban on Video and Voice Calls
- September 22, 2017
According to Tech Juice , Saudi Arabia and Qatar are already in a clash since June when Saudi-led alliance blamed Qatar of supporting terrorist organizations and this move might just raise the conflict. The dispute would also threaten to distract from a USA effort to marshal Gulf support for a tougher stance towards Iran . The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia , Bahrain, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates held a meeting in NY to discuss the Qatar crisis and a new mechanism to deal with ... (more...)
- September 22, 2017
According to Tech Juice , Saudi Arabia and Qatar are already in a clash since June when Saudi-led alliance blamed Qatar of supporting terrorist organizations and this move might just raise the conflict. The dispute would also threaten to distract from a USA effort to marshal Gulf support for a tougher stance towards Iran . The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia , Bahrain, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates held a meeting in NY to discuss the Qatar crisis and a new mechanism to deal with ... (more...)
3 local youth carried out Banihal attack
- September 22, 2017
At least one jawan was martyred and another injured after terrorists attacked a camp of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB ) in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district on Wednesday. An official said that three Banihal youth missing from their homes since Wednesday afternoon carried out the attack on SSB party near Jawahar tunnel last night. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
At least one jawan was martyred and another injured after terrorists attacked a camp of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB ) in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district on Wednesday. An official said that three Banihal youth missing from their homes since Wednesday afternoon carried out the attack on SSB party near Jawahar tunnel last night. (more...)
Haley calls for marking Trump's fire and fury comment 'not empty'
- September 22, 2017
Watch the briefing below, via the White House. "If North Korea keeps on with this reckless behavior, if the United States has to defend itself or defend its allies in any way, North Korea will be destroyed", Haley said. One of Pyongyang's most consistently-used tactics to soften the impact of sanctions is to sell North Koreans as forced laborers in other places around the world. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
Watch the briefing below, via the White House. "If North Korea keeps on with this reckless behavior, if the United States has to defend itself or defend its allies in any way, North Korea will be destroyed", Haley said. One of Pyongyang's most consistently-used tactics to soften the impact of sanctions is to sell North Koreans as forced laborers in other places around the world. (more...)
Indian government tells Supreme Court Rohingya pose 'serious threat'
- September 22, 2017
Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Monday said the government's stand to deport Rohingya refugees was in the nation's interest. The SC bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra has fixed the PIL challenging the deportation of Rohingyas for hearing on October 3. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Monday said the government's stand to deport Rohingya refugees was in the nation's interest. The SC bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra has fixed the PIL challenging the deportation of Rohingyas for hearing on October 3. (more...)
Infant dies after being found in a vehicle in Toronto's west end
- September 22, 2017
He said the child was rushed to hospital but did not survive. Police also said one person has been arrested. Hopkinson declined to provide a gender or age for the person in police custody. Sources told CP24 the child is a boy believed to be between two and three years-old. A red Hyundai with broken windows was seen parked in the lot with a broken window and a vehicle seat in the back. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
He said the child was rushed to hospital but did not survive. Police also said one person has been arrested. Hopkinson declined to provide a gender or age for the person in police custody. Sources told CP24 the child is a boy believed to be between two and three years-old. A red Hyundai with broken windows was seen parked in the lot with a broken window and a vehicle seat in the back. (more...)
Price Target Analysis Banco Santander, SA
- September 22, 2017
As of quarter end Pacad Investment Ltd. had sold 7,900 shares trimming its position 76.7%. Huntington National Bank now owns 4,757 shares of the bank's stock worth $121,000 after purchasing an additional 212 shares during the period. Banco Santander-Chile has a one year low of $20.22 and a one year high of $30.18. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $6.59 and a 200 day moving average of $6.46. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
As of quarter end Pacad Investment Ltd. had sold 7,900 shares trimming its position 76.7%. Huntington National Bank now owns 4,757 shares of the bank's stock worth $121,000 after purchasing an additional 212 shares during the period. Banco Santander-Chile has a one year low of $20.22 and a one year high of $30.18. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $6.59 and a 200 day moving average of $6.46. (more...)
China urges North Korea to not to go further in 'dangerous direction'
- September 22, 2017
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Thursday called on the global community to better comply with nonproliferation commitments in the face of North Korea's continued nuclear arms development, in a speech here warning countries against developing such weapons. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Thursday called on the global community to better comply with nonproliferation commitments in the face of North Korea's continued nuclear arms development, in a speech here warning countries against developing such weapons. (more...)
Iraqi Security Forces Start Offensive to Liberate Hawijah From Daesh
- September 22, 2017
The council voted unanimously to ask the U.N.to establish an investigative team to help Iraq preserve evidence "that may amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide" committed by ISIS, variously known as ISIL and Daesh . The US is leading air campaigns against Islamic State in Iraq and Syria . "So they will have to try to encircle Hawija town before they are able to get into it". (more...)
- September 22, 2017
The council voted unanimously to ask the U.N.to establish an investigative team to help Iraq preserve evidence "that may amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide" committed by ISIS, variously known as ISIL and Daesh . The US is leading air campaigns against Islamic State in Iraq and Syria . "So they will have to try to encircle Hawija town before they are able to get into it". (more...)
Mexican rescue dog who saved 52 lives combs rubble after quake
- September 22, 2017
And she's still sniffing to the rescue after a 7.1 magnitude natural disaster again struck Mexico on Tuesday, leaving over 200 dead and many more missing, according to The Guardian. The Labrador is being celebrated for her valiant efforts, as are the many other canines searching through the destroyed homes and neighbourhoods in the area. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
And she's still sniffing to the rescue after a 7.1 magnitude natural disaster again struck Mexico on Tuesday, leaving over 200 dead and many more missing, according to The Guardian. The Labrador is being celebrated for her valiant efforts, as are the many other canines searching through the destroyed homes and neighbourhoods in the area. (more...)
Istanbul's Ataturk airport closed after jet crashes
- September 22, 2017
Firefighters were mobilized to extinguish the fire, Anadolu reported. Airlive reports the plane tried to return to the airport when a failure alarm was triggered. All flights have been canceled, local outlets have reported. The police said that the jet's two pilots, a cabin crew member and a passenger were slightly injured in the crash. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
Firefighters were mobilized to extinguish the fire, Anadolu reported. Airlive reports the plane tried to return to the airport when a failure alarm was triggered. All flights have been canceled, local outlets have reported. The police said that the jet's two pilots, a cabin crew member and a passenger were slightly injured in the crash. (more...)
Donald Trump endorses Republican healthcare plan amid flap involving comedian
- September 22, 2017
If passed, the Graham-Cassidy bill would eliminate those reimbursements for one year, restricting women's access (specifically low-income women's access) to life-saving screenings and tests provided by Planned Parenthood clinics across the country. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
If passed, the Graham-Cassidy bill would eliminate those reimbursements for one year, restricting women's access (specifically low-income women's access) to life-saving screenings and tests provided by Planned Parenthood clinics across the country. (more...)
Mexico quake: Rescuers try to reach girl buried alive under school rubble
- September 22, 2017
The death toll surpassed 200 the following day. Rescuers are digging in rubble from a schoolhouse looking for missing children. Many were confronted by scenes resembling parents' worst nightmares, as rescuers pulled dead children from the ruins. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
The death toll surpassed 200 the following day. Rescuers are digging in rubble from a schoolhouse looking for missing children. Many were confronted by scenes resembling parents' worst nightmares, as rescuers pulled dead children from the ruins. (more...)
Iowa's budget won't prompt special session
- September 22, 2017
She has authority without legislative action to transfer up to $50 million in emergency funds to plug a budget shortfall. But officials with the National Council on Compensation Insurance, which sets the rates in Iowa and other states in the USA, said the reduction was based on data from premium years 2014 and 2015, along with a decrease in claims. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
She has authority without legislative action to transfer up to $50 million in emergency funds to plug a budget shortfall. But officials with the National Council on Compensation Insurance, which sets the rates in Iowa and other states in the USA, said the reduction was based on data from premium years 2014 and 2015, along with a decrease in claims. (more...)
Sunnier day ahead; Maria hits Puerto Rico
- September 22, 2017
Before arriving at the USA territories, Hurricane Maria went directly over the island of Dominica , while also almost making landfall in Guadaloupe. Governor Rosselló said officials were bracing for the " worst hurricane in modern history in Puerto Rico". Maria has caused at least 10 deaths across the Caribbean , including seven in the hard-hit island of Dominica and two in the French Caribbean territory of Guadeloupe. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
Before arriving at the USA territories, Hurricane Maria went directly over the island of Dominica , while also almost making landfall in Guadaloupe. Governor Rosselló said officials were bracing for the " worst hurricane in modern history in Puerto Rico". Maria has caused at least 10 deaths across the Caribbean , including seven in the hard-hit island of Dominica and two in the French Caribbean territory of Guadeloupe. (more...)
South Korea approves $8m aid package for North Korea
- September 22, 2017
That could mean the aid might not arrive in North Korea this year, senior ministry officials said . The Ministry of Unification said details of the plan, including when and how the donations will actually be carried out, will be decided "with consideration of South-North relations", without elaborating any further. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
That could mean the aid might not arrive in North Korea this year, senior ministry officials said . The Ministry of Unification said details of the plan, including when and how the donations will actually be carried out, will be decided "with consideration of South-North relations", without elaborating any further. (more...)
Kentucky's US Senators at Odds Over Last-Ditch Effort to Overhaul Health Care
- September 22, 2017
The initiative was gaining support given that conservatives realise that September 30 was their deadline for replacing Obamacare with a mere simple majority of 51 votes, potentially including Vice President Mike Pence as a tie-breaking vote, although it is not yet clear whether the Republicans has enough votes to pass it. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
The initiative was gaining support given that conservatives realise that September 30 was their deadline for replacing Obamacare with a mere simple majority of 51 votes, potentially including Vice President Mike Pence as a tie-breaking vote, although it is not yet clear whether the Republicans has enough votes to pass it. (more...)
London Police Arrest 2 More in Subway Bombing Investigation
- September 22, 2017
His arrest followed that of an 18-year-old man in Kent in relation to the bombing. Earlier an 18-year-old teenager was arrested in the departure area of the port of Dover in connection with the attack on Saturday morning. Information on Farroukh emerged as the United Kingdom government reduced the official terror threat level from critical, meaning an attack is expected imminently, to severe, suggesting an attack is highly likely. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
His arrest followed that of an 18-year-old man in Kent in relation to the bombing. Earlier an 18-year-old teenager was arrested in the departure area of the port of Dover in connection with the attack on Saturday morning. Information on Farroukh emerged as the United Kingdom government reduced the official terror threat level from critical, meaning an attack is expected imminently, to severe, suggesting an attack is highly likely. (more...)
North Korea: UN sanctions will only speed nuclear program, Pyongyang says
- September 22, 2017
South Korea suspended humanitarian aid to North Korea after the country conducted its fourth nuclear test in January 2016. In a meeting with International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach, Moon said South Korea has always hosted global sports events successfully despite being technically at war with the North, according to a South Korean presidential official. (more...)
- September 22, 2017
South Korea suspended humanitarian aid to North Korea after the country conducted its fourth nuclear test in January 2016. In a meeting with International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach, Moon said South Korea has always hosted global sports events successfully despite being technically at war with the North, according to a South Korean presidential official. (more...)
Trump praises Turkey's Erdogan as a friend
- September 22, 2017
At the start of their meeting Thursday in New York, Trump heaped praise on Erdogan, who has been criticized for a crackdown in Turkey following an attempted coup a year ago. Erdoğan told PBS this week that Trump "called me about a week ago about this issue - he said that he was sorry, and he told me that he was going to follow up on this issue when we come to the United States within the framework of an official visit". (more...)
- September 22, 2017
At the start of their meeting Thursday in New York, Trump heaped praise on Erdogan, who has been criticized for a crackdown in Turkey following an attempted coup a year ago. Erdoğan told PBS this week that Trump "called me about a week ago about this issue - he said that he was sorry, and he told me that he was going to follow up on this issue when we come to the United States within the framework of an official visit". (more...)
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