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Wall Street Journal reporter convicted in Turkey of spreading propaganda
- October 12, 2017
Ayla Albarak, a dual Finnish-Turkish citizen, learnt late last night that she had been sentenced in absentia to two years and one month in prison for an article she wrote about the Kurdish conflict in eastern Turkey . Ms. Albayrak said in a statement included in the court documents that the original article didn't include any praise for the group, but rather provided a balanced and objective view of urban warfare that had gripped areas of Turkey's predominantly Kurdish southeast at the time. (more...)
- October 12, 2017
Ayla Albarak, a dual Finnish-Turkish citizen, learnt late last night that she had been sentenced in absentia to two years and one month in prison for an article she wrote about the Kurdish conflict in eastern Turkey . Ms. Albayrak said in a statement included in the court documents that the original article didn't include any praise for the group, but rather provided a balanced and objective view of urban warfare that had gripped areas of Turkey's predominantly Kurdish southeast at the time. (more...)
Texas congressman offers, withdraws Trump impeachment resolution
- October 12, 2017
One of the Democratic Party's biggest donors has issued a major demand to the party, and it's all about getting President Donald Trump out of the White House, according to the New York Times . While Green's actions won't lead to an immediate impeachment of the President, it is yet another step in that direction. A vote to table Green's resolution could force Democrats to have to explain to anti-Trump voters why they oppose removing the president from office, while a vote against tabling ... (more...)
- October 12, 2017
One of the Democratic Party's biggest donors has issued a major demand to the party, and it's all about getting President Donald Trump out of the White House, according to the New York Times . While Green's actions won't lead to an immediate impeachment of the President, it is yet another step in that direction. A vote to table Green's resolution could force Democrats to have to explain to anti-Trump voters why they oppose removing the president from office, while a vote against tabling ... (more...)
Moving Fire Overwhelms Napa Home, Kills World War II Veteran and Wife
- October 12, 2017
They had lived at their house in Napa for 35 years. There were coffee cups along a low sill; two metal chairs, side-by-side near a patio table; and a porcelain tea set of white and soft washes of blue, some pieces still intact. "The caregiver called me and said that there was fire everywhere", their other son, Chuck, told NBC Bay Area . Charles, also known as Peach, graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in mechanical engineering in 1939, and went on to serve in ... (more...)
- October 12, 2017
They had lived at their house in Napa for 35 years. There were coffee cups along a low sill; two metal chairs, side-by-side near a patio table; and a porcelain tea set of white and soft washes of blue, some pieces still intact. "The caregiver called me and said that there was fire everywhere", their other son, Chuck, told NBC Bay Area . Charles, also known as Peach, graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in mechanical engineering in 1939, and went on to serve in ... (more...)
PM Modi Pays Tributes To Nanaji Deshmukh, Jayaprakash Narayan
- October 12, 2017
Rangrarajan during the Congress-led UPA government. He interacted with some innovators and beneficiaries. "Remembering Nanaji Deshmukh on his birth anniversary". The Prime Minister said that Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan was never interested in power politics, and fought corruption. "People have no savings to spend, just because of PM's personal ambitions", said Singh while noting that the controversial demonetisation and GST decisions had hit the economy. (more...)
- October 12, 2017
Rangrarajan during the Congress-led UPA government. He interacted with some innovators and beneficiaries. "Remembering Nanaji Deshmukh on his birth anniversary". The Prime Minister said that Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan was never interested in power politics, and fought corruption. "People have no savings to spend, just because of PM's personal ambitions", said Singh while noting that the controversial demonetisation and GST decisions had hit the economy. (more...)
REAL ID grace period extended for Pennsylvania
- October 12, 2017
It plans to make REAL ID-complaint driver licenses and identification cards available in March 2019 upon the request of consumers. That means ME driver's licenses will be accepted for now as valid identification for boarding domestic flights and entrance into certain federal facilities, such as military bases, the US mint and nuclear power plants. (more...)
- October 12, 2017
It plans to make REAL ID-complaint driver licenses and identification cards available in March 2019 upon the request of consumers. That means ME driver's licenses will be accepted for now as valid identification for boarding domestic flights and entrance into certain federal facilities, such as military bases, the US mint and nuclear power plants. (more...)
Trump to Nominate Homeland Chief of Staff as New Security Secretary
- October 11, 2017
Nielsen would be the first former DHS staffer to lead the department, which was created by former President George W. Bush in 2003. They spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss deliberations before a formal announcement. But Nielsen had one crucial advantage - the absolute trust and support of Kelly, who she grew close to after volunteering to help "sherpa" him through the confirmation process earlier this year. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
Nielsen would be the first former DHS staffer to lead the department, which was created by former President George W. Bush in 2003. They spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss deliberations before a formal announcement. But Nielsen had one crucial advantage - the absolute trust and support of Kelly, who she grew close to after volunteering to help "sherpa" him through the confirmation process earlier this year. (more...)
Why Investors remained confident on Regions Financial Corporation (RF), The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (BK)?
- October 11, 2017
Kemnay Advisory Services Inc decreased its stake in Baidu Inc (BIDU) by 60.73% based on its latest 2017Q2 regulatory filing with the SEC. Bronfman E.L. Bank Of New York Mellon Corporation (The) declared that its board has initiated a stock repurchase plan on Wednesday, June 28th that allows the company to repurchase $3.10 billion in shares. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
Kemnay Advisory Services Inc decreased its stake in Baidu Inc (BIDU) by 60.73% based on its latest 2017Q2 regulatory filing with the SEC. Bronfman E.L. Bank Of New York Mellon Corporation (The) declared that its board has initiated a stock repurchase plan on Wednesday, June 28th that allows the company to repurchase $3.10 billion in shares. (more...)
Greek Court Backs Alexander Vinnik's Extradition to Russia After US Extradition Verdict
- October 12, 2017
Following a US request, Vinnik was arrested in July while on holiday with his family in the Halkidiki area of northern Greece, which is popular with Russian tourists. In the USA, where he faces up to 55 years in prison, Vinnik is accused of running BTC-e - a digital currency exchange used to trade bitcoin - to facilitate crimes ranging from computer hacking to drug trafficking since 2011. (more...)
- October 12, 2017
Following a US request, Vinnik was arrested in July while on holiday with his family in the Halkidiki area of northern Greece, which is popular with Russian tourists. In the USA, where he faces up to 55 years in prison, Vinnik is accused of running BTC-e - a digital currency exchange used to trade bitcoin - to facilitate crimes ranging from computer hacking to drug trafficking since 2011. (more...)
Girls can join the Boy Scouts starting next year
- October 11, 2017
Starting in 2018, families will be able to sign girls up for the Cub Scouts by either choosing or establishing an all girl or all boy pack. Girls will be given the full opportunity to rise all the way up the ranks to become Eagle Scouts. GSUSA president Kathy Hopinkah Hannan in an email obtained by Buzzfeed News suggests the Boy Scouts have been attempting to bolster its own membership by reaching out to Girls Scout recruits. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
Starting in 2018, families will be able to sign girls up for the Cub Scouts by either choosing or establishing an all girl or all boy pack. Girls will be given the full opportunity to rise all the way up the ranks to become Eagle Scouts. GSUSA president Kathy Hopinkah Hannan in an email obtained by Buzzfeed News suggests the Boy Scouts have been attempting to bolster its own membership by reaching out to Girls Scout recruits. (more...)
Girl, 7, among three people found dead after Nanaimo house fire
- October 11, 2017
The fire was extinguished and firefighters found the bodies of three people - two adults and a child - inside. Jon Stuart of the Nanaimo RCMP in a press conference Wednesday. "In our process of putting the fire out, we discovered three deceased persons in the building", Fry said. Despite the heavy flames, firefighters were able to enter the home for an offensive attack, said Nanaimo Fire Chief Karen Fry. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
The fire was extinguished and firefighters found the bodies of three people - two adults and a child - inside. Jon Stuart of the Nanaimo RCMP in a press conference Wednesday. "In our process of putting the fire out, we discovered three deceased persons in the building", Fry said. Despite the heavy flames, firefighters were able to enter the home for an offensive attack, said Nanaimo Fire Chief Karen Fry. (more...)
Lawsuit: Adrian Peterson defaulted on $2.4 million loan
- October 11, 2017
Despite Peterson's outward appearances of frustration with his role in New Orleans, Payton said neither side harbors ill will. "Here's what he does well, and we've seen it, it's just a little crowded right now". And our relationship, I would say, has been fantastic. Peterson's time in New Orleans was short-lived, as the experiment had not worked out as expected. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
Despite Peterson's outward appearances of frustration with his role in New Orleans, Payton said neither side harbors ill will. "Here's what he does well, and we've seen it, it's just a little crowded right now". And our relationship, I would say, has been fantastic. Peterson's time in New Orleans was short-lived, as the experiment had not worked out as expected. (more...)
EOG Resources, Inc. (EOG) Given Hold Rating at Jefferies Group LLC
- October 11, 2017
EOG Resources had 90 analyst reports since July 22, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. Zwj Inv Counsel stated it has 0.26% of its portfolio in EOG Resources Inc (NYSE:EOG). (NYSE EOG) traded down 0.05% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $96.73. Menora Mivtachim Holdings holds 1.41% or 333,500 shares in its portfolio. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
EOG Resources had 90 analyst reports since July 22, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. Zwj Inv Counsel stated it has 0.26% of its portfolio in EOG Resources Inc (NYSE:EOG). (NYSE EOG) traded down 0.05% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $96.73. Menora Mivtachim Holdings holds 1.41% or 333,500 shares in its portfolio. (more...)
Talks to let civilians leave IS-held Raqa: coalition
- October 11, 2017
The coalition is backing an offensive by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which have ousted IS from around 90 percent of its one-time Syrian bastion. Syrian Liberation Army fighters have already recaptured parts of Raqqa, ISIS's capital city in Syria, while reports out of the country claim that ISIS terrorists are surrendering. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
The coalition is backing an offensive by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which have ousted IS from around 90 percent of its one-time Syrian bastion. Syrian Liberation Army fighters have already recaptured parts of Raqqa, ISIS's capital city in Syria, while reports out of the country claim that ISIS terrorists are surrendering. (more...)
Has he played with or against Nehra in worldwide cricket?
- October 11, 2017
Veteran India pace bowler Ashish Nehra is set to retire from global cricket and will bid adieu to the game in front of his home crowd. A senior source at the Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed to the PTI (Press Trust of India) that the 38-year-old bowler has intimidated his decision to retire to team skipper Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
Veteran India pace bowler Ashish Nehra is set to retire from global cricket and will bid adieu to the game in front of his home crowd. A senior source at the Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed to the PTI (Press Trust of India) that the 38-year-old bowler has intimidated his decision to retire to team skipper Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri. (more...)
Prominent dentist and wife lock special needs girl in cage, molest her
- October 11, 2017
When officers arrived, they talked to a 14-year-old girl after learning a fight broke out between her and her grandfather, Alan Fritz, over a basketball. Investigators determined that the teen had been sleeping in the cage since September. A probable cause affidavit filed Monday along with Friz's formal charges noted a second forensic interview that occurred with the victim Friday in which she alleged being improperly touched by accused. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
When officers arrived, they talked to a 14-year-old girl after learning a fight broke out between her and her grandfather, Alan Fritz, over a basketball. Investigators determined that the teen had been sleeping in the cage since September. A probable cause affidavit filed Monday along with Friz's formal charges noted a second forensic interview that occurred with the victim Friday in which she alleged being improperly touched by accused. (more...)
MA sues Trump over rollback of birth control mandate
- October 11, 2017
A report conducted by the former President Barack Obama's administration concluded that more than 55 million women have access to birth control without copayments because of the mandate requiring coverage. Over 55 million U.S. women have birth control coverage with zero out-of-pocket costs, according to the National Women's Law Center. For a government that has repeatedly refused to support abortion rights, preventing easy access to birth control is leaving women with very few options. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
A report conducted by the former President Barack Obama's administration concluded that more than 55 million women have access to birth control without copayments because of the mandate requiring coverage. Over 55 million U.S. women have birth control coverage with zero out-of-pocket costs, according to the National Women's Law Center. For a government that has repeatedly refused to support abortion rights, preventing easy access to birth control is leaving women with very few options. (more...)
Guadagno calls on Murphy to meet for 2 more debates
- October 11, 2017
Weinstein, an Oscar-winning producer and Democratic mega-donor, has faced explosive allegations of decades of sexual misconduct over the past week, leading numerous Democrats to denounce him and return his contributions. "The 9 Billion dollars. actually choices have been made by Governor Christie and the Lieutenant Governor every step of the way and they've chosen to give out tax deductions to large corporations in our state for over $8 billion", said Murphy. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
Weinstein, an Oscar-winning producer and Democratic mega-donor, has faced explosive allegations of decades of sexual misconduct over the past week, leading numerous Democrats to denounce him and return his contributions. "The 9 Billion dollars. actually choices have been made by Governor Christie and the Lieutenant Governor every step of the way and they've chosen to give out tax deductions to large corporations in our state for over $8 billion", said Murphy. (more...)
Graphic testimony kicks off trial in murder of Jessica Chambers
- October 11, 2017
He said Chambers suffered an agonizing death. He said the cell phone data puts the two together right before Jessica was set on fire. Chambers was taken to a hospital in Memphis, where she died. Tellis' DNA was on Chambers' auto keys, found about 1/8 of a mile away, Champion said. "She was trying to tell us who she was", said Davis. But defense attorney Darla Palmer cautioned jurors against discounting the victim's own words. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
He said Chambers suffered an agonizing death. He said the cell phone data puts the two together right before Jessica was set on fire. Chambers was taken to a hospital in Memphis, where she died. Tellis' DNA was on Chambers' auto keys, found about 1/8 of a mile away, Champion said. "She was trying to tell us who she was", said Davis. But defense attorney Darla Palmer cautioned jurors against discounting the victim's own words. (more...)
LSU Police Arrest 10 over Phi Delta Theta Fraternity Pledge's Death
- October 11, 2017
LSU Police Department announced that as part of investigation into the death of Blessed Trinity Catholic High School Alumni and LSU student Maxwell Gruver , arrest warrants have been issued for 10 individuals. Two people drove him to a hospital, where he died that day. The fraternity's national office said it closed the chapter after Gruver's death. Louisiana Gov. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
LSU Police Department announced that as part of investigation into the death of Blessed Trinity Catholic High School Alumni and LSU student Maxwell Gruver , arrest warrants have been issued for 10 individuals. Two people drove him to a hospital, where he died that day. The fraternity's national office said it closed the chapter after Gruver's death. Louisiana Gov. (more...)
Donald Trump's Twitter Suggests News Networks Should Have Licences 'Challenged'
- October 11, 2017
The US president tweeted on Wednesday: "Fake @ NBCNews made up a story that I wanted a "tenfold" increase in our US nuclear arsenal". The threat, which came in a tweet posted this morning, was the most explicit statement to date that the President of the United States wants to censor news coverage about his administration, raising the prospect of challenging a broadcaster's licenses because it doesn't agree with its coverage. (more...)
- October 11, 2017
The US president tweeted on Wednesday: "Fake @ NBCNews made up a story that I wanted a "tenfold" increase in our US nuclear arsenal". The threat, which came in a tweet posted this morning, was the most explicit statement to date that the President of the United States wants to censor news coverage about his administration, raising the prospect of challenging a broadcaster's licenses because it doesn't agree with its coverage. (more...)
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