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Roy Moore flooded with fake Russian Twitter followers
- October 18, 2017
The poll confirms Republicans' fears that Moore - who campaigns on a theocratic, anti-LGBT message and has twice been ousted as state Supreme Court chief justice, once for refusing to remove a Ten Commandments monument and once for refusing to follow the Supreme Court's ruling legalizing same-sex marriage - would be a uniquely vulnerable candidate in a state President Donald Trump won past year by 28 percentage points. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
The poll confirms Republicans' fears that Moore - who campaigns on a theocratic, anti-LGBT message and has twice been ousted as state Supreme Court chief justice, once for refusing to remove a Ten Commandments monument and once for refusing to follow the Supreme Court's ruling legalizing same-sex marriage - would be a uniquely vulnerable candidate in a state President Donald Trump won past year by 28 percentage points. (more...)
2000 people without water in Offaly in the wake of Hurricane Ophelia
- October 18, 2017
Properties across the North West are still without power today after overhead power lines were damaged in Storm Ophelia. While around 137,000 customers are estimated to be without power, with crews deployed around the country. "The storm is expected to pass through our region by early afternoon and we'll continue to monitor it closely and be ready to support our customers should it cause any further damage to our network". (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Properties across the North West are still without power today after overhead power lines were damaged in Storm Ophelia. While around 137,000 customers are estimated to be without power, with crews deployed around the country. "The storm is expected to pass through our region by early afternoon and we'll continue to monitor it closely and be ready to support our customers should it cause any further damage to our network". (more...)
Trump to slain soldier's widow: 'He knew what he signed up for'
- October 18, 2017
President Trump called the widow of a USA soldier who was killed in Niger and said "he knew what he signed up for.but when it happens it hurts anyway", according to Florida Rep. Johnson's body made it to the U.S. October 7 when Trump was playing golf with Sen. The couple's six-year-old daughter stood by the coffin with her mother, while their two-year-old son waited in the arms of a relative standing nearby. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
President Trump called the widow of a USA soldier who was killed in Niger and said "he knew what he signed up for.but when it happens it hurts anyway", according to Florida Rep. Johnson's body made it to the U.S. October 7 when Trump was playing golf with Sen. The couple's six-year-old daughter stood by the coffin with her mother, while their two-year-old son waited in the arms of a relative standing nearby. (more...)
President Trump, Greek Prime Minister Hold Joint Press Conference
- October 18, 2017
Trump was meeting with the Greek leader in the Oval Office for talks Tuesday that are expected to cover defense cooperation, economic investment and energy security. Though Trump once called the country "unsalvageable" because of its campaign debt, on Tuesday, the president praised Greece's recovery, as it underwent harsh austerity measures including spending cuts and tax hikes in exchange for a bailout from the European Union. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Trump was meeting with the Greek leader in the Oval Office for talks Tuesday that are expected to cover defense cooperation, economic investment and energy security. Though Trump once called the country "unsalvageable" because of its campaign debt, on Tuesday, the president praised Greece's recovery, as it underwent harsh austerity measures including spending cuts and tax hikes in exchange for a bailout from the European Union. (more...)
Mumbai mayor Vishwanath Mahadeswar refuses to remove red beacon from his vehicle
- October 18, 2017
He also said the central government had not issued a GR prohibiting mayors from using red beacons on their cars. Nonetheless, Sena leader and Mumbai mayor Vishwanath Mahadeswar has got embroiled in a controversy, owing to his abject refusal to remove the device from his recently bought Innova Crysta. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
He also said the central government had not issued a GR prohibiting mayors from using red beacons on their cars. Nonetheless, Sena leader and Mumbai mayor Vishwanath Mahadeswar has got embroiled in a controversy, owing to his abject refusal to remove the device from his recently bought Innova Crysta. (more...)
Man accused of torturing 8-year-old who he thought was gay
- October 18, 2017
According to prosecutor Jon Hatami, Aguirre - with the help of the child's mother, Pearl Fernandez - beat Gabriel, bit him, burned him with cigarettes, whipped him, shot him with a B.B. his body was battered", Hatami said, according to the Los Angeles Daily News . Defense attorney John Allan said that Aguirre had a hard time handling stressful and chaotic situations. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
According to prosecutor Jon Hatami, Aguirre - with the help of the child's mother, Pearl Fernandez - beat Gabriel, bit him, burned him with cigarettes, whipped him, shot him with a B.B. his body was battered", Hatami said, according to the Los Angeles Daily News . Defense attorney John Allan said that Aguirre had a hard time handling stressful and chaotic situations. (more...)
Brush fire erupts near Mount Wilson Observatory in Los Angeles area
- October 18, 2017
At 2 p.m., about 10 hours after the fire began, U.S. Forest Service officials reported the fire to be only 5 percent contained. Authorities previously reported that 20 structures were threatened by the fire, but no damage has yet been reported. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
At 2 p.m., about 10 hours after the fire began, U.S. Forest Service officials reported the fire to be only 5 percent contained. Authorities previously reported that 20 structures were threatened by the fire, but no damage has yet been reported. (more...)
Shocking video of cheerleaders chanting incredibly offensive slurs prompts an investigation
- October 18, 2017
School officials say that the video had been manipulated by an app which plays speech backwards when they filmed it. Weber School District is investigating the situation to determine if the girls have violated the school's code of conduct in any way. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
School officials say that the video had been manipulated by an app which plays speech backwards when they filmed it. Weber School District is investigating the situation to determine if the girls have violated the school's code of conduct in any way. (more...)
Obamacare thrown a lifeline by bipartisan deal on subsidies
- October 18, 2017
Patty Murray , D-Wash., the committee's ranking member. Despite backing the deal, Trump repeated his criticism that the subsidies amounted to a giveaway by the federal government that had enriched insurance companies. One Republican opponent of the law, Congressman Mark Walker of North Carolina, said Republicans "should focus on repealing and replacing Obamacare, not trying to save it". (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Patty Murray , D-Wash., the committee's ranking member. Despite backing the deal, Trump repeated his criticism that the subsidies amounted to a giveaway by the federal government that had enriched insurance companies. One Republican opponent of the law, Congressman Mark Walker of North Carolina, said Republicans "should focus on repealing and replacing Obamacare, not trying to save it". (more...)
Spicer interviewed by Mueller's team
- October 18, 2017
Officials briefed on the sit-down told the outlet Spicer and Mueller discussed Trump's decision to fire former Federal Bureau of Investigation direct James Comey , as well as his statements at the podium regarding meetings between Russian emissaries and members of Trump's inner circle. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Officials briefed on the sit-down told the outlet Spicer and Mueller discussed Trump's decision to fire former Federal Bureau of Investigation direct James Comey , as well as his statements at the podium regarding meetings between Russian emissaries and members of Trump's inner circle. (more...)
Mersal pre-release business: Ilayathalapathy Vijay's film earns over Rs 150 crore
- October 18, 2017
In a move that could provide temporary relief to producers of other Indian language movies, the State government has revised the entertainment tax (ET) for regional non-Tamil films down to 15%.The Producers Guild of India and the Telugu Film Producers Council had earlier opposed the State government's decision to levy a 20% entertainment tax for regional and global films, and the reduction in ET, sources say, is likely to open the floodgates."Golmaal Again is likely to hit the theatres this ... (more...)
- October 18, 2017
In a move that could provide temporary relief to producers of other Indian language movies, the State government has revised the entertainment tax (ET) for regional non-Tamil films down to 15%.The Producers Guild of India and the Telugu Film Producers Council had earlier opposed the State government's decision to levy a 20% entertainment tax for regional and global films, and the reduction in ET, sources say, is likely to open the floodgates."Golmaal Again is likely to hit the theatres this ... (more...)
FBI Knew About Russian Uranium One Kickbacks
- October 18, 2017
The report also indicates Russian officials routed millions of dollars to the U.S.to benefit the Clinton Foundation-then-Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was largely responsible for the Uranium One deal receiving US regulatory approval. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
The report also indicates Russian officials routed millions of dollars to the U.S.to benefit the Clinton Foundation-then-Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was largely responsible for the Uranium One deal receiving US regulatory approval. (more...)
Trump vows retribution against McCain: 'It won't be pretty'
- October 18, 2017
Receiving the Liberty Medal in Philadelphia a day earlier, the six-term senator from Arizona warned against the United States surrendering its worldwide leadership. The Arizona senator's speech was in acceptance of the 2017 Liberty Medal at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. "We have a moral obligation to continue in our just cause", McCain added. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Receiving the Liberty Medal in Philadelphia a day earlier, the six-term senator from Arizona warned against the United States surrendering its worldwide leadership. The Arizona senator's speech was in acceptance of the 2017 Liberty Medal at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. "We have a moral obligation to continue in our just cause", McCain added. (more...)
Body of missing Lynnwood boy, 6, found in dumpster; relative arrested
- October 18, 2017
A relative of the boy is now in custody. Shari Ireton of the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office says there's evidence the boy was the victim of homicide. "Cause and manner of death, as well as identification, are pending from the Snohomish County Medical Examiner". Police said it appeared the boy had been a victim of homicide. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
A relative of the boy is now in custody. Shari Ireton of the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office says there's evidence the boy was the victim of homicide. "Cause and manner of death, as well as identification, are pending from the Snohomish County Medical Examiner". Police said it appeared the boy had been a victim of homicide. (more...)
Goldman Sees Iran Tensions Posing Long-Term Threat to Global Oil Supply
- October 18, 2017
Iraq is the second-biggest oil producer in OPEC. Oil prices have increased over concerns of new U.S. sanctions against Iran and the ongoing conflict in Iraq. Given the still elevated uncertainty on oil disruptions occurring, it could also be seen as a reflection of a 30% probability of a six-month 500,000 barrel-a-day disruption, according to the bank. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Iraq is the second-biggest oil producer in OPEC. Oil prices have increased over concerns of new U.S. sanctions against Iran and the ongoing conflict in Iraq. Given the still elevated uncertainty on oil disruptions occurring, it could also be seen as a reflection of a 30% probability of a six-month 500,000 barrel-a-day disruption, according to the bank. (more...)
Dolphins, whales live in 'complex' societies
- October 18, 2017
Further, vocal mimicry and "signature whistles" used by dolphins to make a call associated with an individual when they're not there, suggests they too gossip about each other. The research could help us better understand the interplay between our own brains and social development. Through the same theory, the team has conclusively said that the large brains seen in dolphins and whales "are an evolutionary response to complex and information-rich social environments". (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Further, vocal mimicry and "signature whistles" used by dolphins to make a call associated with an individual when they're not there, suggests they too gossip about each other. The research could help us better understand the interplay between our own brains and social development. Through the same theory, the team has conclusively said that the large brains seen in dolphins and whales "are an evolutionary response to complex and information-rich social environments". (more...)
Fatal stabbing of Bowie State University student was hate crime, prosecutor says
- October 18, 2017
Sean Urbanski, 22, of Severna Park, Maryland, had already been indicted by a grand jury on a murder charge for the death of Lieutenant Richard Collins, 23. Collins was murdered because of his race", Alsobrooks said. Alsobrooks said she couldn't elaborate on the nature of that evidence until Urbanski's trial. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Sean Urbanski, 22, of Severna Park, Maryland, had already been indicted by a grand jury on a murder charge for the death of Lieutenant Richard Collins, 23. Collins was murdered because of his race", Alsobrooks said. Alsobrooks said she couldn't elaborate on the nature of that evidence until Urbanski's trial. (more...)
Zimbabwean family engages white supremacists to prosecute Zuma?
- October 18, 2017
Dube was killed and three other passengers were injured. Instead of going after Number One, he's set his sights on Number One's son, Duduzane Zuma . The NPA never informed the Dube family of its decision not to prosecute Mr Zuma. An inquest found that Duduzane was negligent but the NPA declined to prosecute. He said as soon as Afriforum received the certificate, the process to prosecute Zuma would begin. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
Dube was killed and three other passengers were injured. Instead of going after Number One, he's set his sights on Number One's son, Duduzane Zuma . The NPA never informed the Dube family of its decision not to prosecute Mr Zuma. An inquest found that Duduzane was negligent but the NPA declined to prosecute. He said as soon as Afriforum received the certificate, the process to prosecute Zuma would begin. (more...)
Police cracking down on drivers who disobey school stop signs
- October 18, 2017
School buses use yellow flashing lights to alert motorists that they are preparing to stop to load or unload children. This morning KAKE News rode with Lt. The police department and a local television station in Northampton, Massachusetts, produced a video, which can be viewed below, that starred child actors, reviewed common excuses for illegally passing a school bus, and reiterated the state law. (more...)
- October 18, 2017
School buses use yellow flashing lights to alert motorists that they are preparing to stop to load or unload children. This morning KAKE News rode with Lt. The police department and a local television station in Northampton, Massachusetts, produced a video, which can be viewed below, that starred child actors, reviewed common excuses for illegally passing a school bus, and reiterated the state law. (more...)
Assassin's Creed now offers guided tours of Egypt
- October 18, 2017
These limited edition trainers have taken inspiration from the setting of the upcoming Assassin's Creed game, and apparently Lowman has done this by combining the "modern world of popular culture" with Ancient Egypt. Uncover lost tombs, explore the Great Pyramids, and discover the secrets of mummies, the gods, and the last pharaohs. The game is a brand new vision for the franchise, embracing Action-RPG elements, where players level up, loot, and choose their abilities to customise their very ... (more...)
- October 18, 2017
These limited edition trainers have taken inspiration from the setting of the upcoming Assassin's Creed game, and apparently Lowman has done this by combining the "modern world of popular culture" with Ancient Egypt. Uncover lost tombs, explore the Great Pyramids, and discover the secrets of mummies, the gods, and the last pharaohs. The game is a brand new vision for the franchise, embracing Action-RPG elements, where players level up, loot, and choose their abilities to customise their very ... (more...)
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