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Singapore boasts of having most powerful passport in the world
- October 25, 2017
The Malaysian passport is more valuable than travel documents from Australia and New Zealand. Singapore's top ranking has come after Paraguay relaxed its restrictions for Singaporean passport holders. It is now ranked second, with a visa-free score of 158. "Visa-free global mobility has become an important factor in today's world", said founder and president of Arton Capital Armand Arton at the recently held Global Citizen Forum in Montenegro. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
The Malaysian passport is more valuable than travel documents from Australia and New Zealand. Singapore's top ranking has come after Paraguay relaxed its restrictions for Singaporean passport holders. It is now ranked second, with a visa-free score of 158. "Visa-free global mobility has become an important factor in today's world", said founder and president of Arton Capital Armand Arton at the recently held Global Citizen Forum in Montenegro. (more...)
Facebook translates 'good morning' into 'attack them', leading to arrest
- October 25, 2017
Police were notified of the post, and were suspicious of the accompanying image that showed the worker leaning on a bulldozer, which has been used as a weapon in previous terrorist attacks. "The suspect was detained for questioning by the police following a report that was filed by civilians", a police spokesperson told the publication. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
Police were notified of the post, and were suspicious of the accompanying image that showed the worker leaning on a bulldozer, which has been used as a weapon in previous terrorist attacks. "The suspect was detained for questioning by the police following a report that was filed by civilians", a police spokesperson told the publication. (more...)
2 shot and killed at Grambling State University
- October 25, 2017
Both men were from Farmerville, one was a student and one was not. Sutton said that Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office is working the scene, but it is believed that the shooter is still at large. Sutton released this official statement: "Our prayers go out to the victims and their families". This is Homecoming week at Grambling State. Andrews was a senior at the historically black university. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
Both men were from Farmerville, one was a student and one was not. Sutton said that Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office is working the scene, but it is believed that the shooter is still at large. Sutton released this official statement: "Our prayers go out to the victims and their families". This is Homecoming week at Grambling State. Andrews was a senior at the historically black university. (more...)
Duterte to visit Japan Oct. 29-31: DFA
- October 25, 2017
Since assuming the presidency, Duterte has sought to build stronger ties with Russian Federation and China, considered rivals of the USA, the Philippines' long-standing Pacific ally. Australian and U.S. military helped provide crucial reconnaissance and targeting during that fight. Kim said the USA military assistance made a "huge difference" in the battle in Marawi, particularly its intelligence support, including with the deployment of Gray Eagle and P-3 Orion aircraft. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
Since assuming the presidency, Duterte has sought to build stronger ties with Russian Federation and China, considered rivals of the USA, the Philippines' long-standing Pacific ally. Australian and U.S. military helped provide crucial reconnaissance and targeting during that fight. Kim said the USA military assistance made a "huge difference" in the battle in Marawi, particularly its intelligence support, including with the deployment of Gray Eagle and P-3 Orion aircraft. (more...)
Oui Oui: France's presidential dog makes his mark
- October 25, 2017
The Labrador-Griffon cross made a decision to take a pee break during an important meeting between government members and his master. France has a tradition of Presidents owning dogs. The shameless culprit was Nemo, the two-year old black Labrador-Griffon cross Macron bought from a rescue shelter back in August. Regularly photographed with their smiling owners for magazine spreads, French presidential dogs aren't always at ease with the lifestyle at the Élysée Palace. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
The Labrador-Griffon cross made a decision to take a pee break during an important meeting between government members and his master. France has a tradition of Presidents owning dogs. The shameless culprit was Nemo, the two-year old black Labrador-Griffon cross Macron bought from a rescue shelter back in August. Regularly photographed with their smiling owners for magazine spreads, French presidential dogs aren't always at ease with the lifestyle at the Élysée Palace. (more...)
National Weather Service confirms SC tornadoes
- October 25, 2017
A National Weather Service team confirmed Tuesday that two tornadoes touched down in SC during an outbreak of severe weather that flipped tractor-trailers and small planes, washed out roads and left thousands without electricity. JoAnn Perez arrived home in Shelby, North Carolina, shortly after the storms passed to see her home pushed off its concrete slab, but her dogs and cat inside it were unharmed. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
A National Weather Service team confirmed Tuesday that two tornadoes touched down in SC during an outbreak of severe weather that flipped tractor-trailers and small planes, washed out roads and left thousands without electricity. JoAnn Perez arrived home in Shelby, North Carolina, shortly after the storms passed to see her home pushed off its concrete slab, but her dogs and cat inside it were unharmed. (more...)
Brady Applauds Senate Budget Vote
- October 25, 2017
They said the goal is for House passage of the budget this week, putting the House on track to approve a tax bill by Thanksgiving. Several Democrats would embrace Republican tax-cut plans, but their leaders won't let them, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy said Tuesday. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
They said the goal is for House passage of the budget this week, putting the House on track to approve a tax bill by Thanksgiving. Several Democrats would embrace Republican tax-cut plans, but their leaders won't let them, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy said Tuesday. (more...)
Questions swirl after small Montana firm lands Puerto Rico power contract
- October 25, 2017
Communications director Parish Braden told the Daily Inter Lake on Tuesday that his agency wants to learn why the private entity was utilized as opposed to a cost-sharing agreement with other utilities. The Post reported that Whitefish was one of two companies that PREPA reached out to in the wake of Hurricane Irma , which struck the commonwealth in early September, just a few weeks before Maria made landfall. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
Communications director Parish Braden told the Daily Inter Lake on Tuesday that his agency wants to learn why the private entity was utilized as opposed to a cost-sharing agreement with other utilities. The Post reported that Whitefish was one of two companies that PREPA reached out to in the wake of Hurricane Irma , which struck the commonwealth in early September, just a few weeks before Maria made landfall. (more...)
Watchdog pessimistic over SA soaring crime
- October 25, 2017
McGluwa goes on to say that the high level of contact crimes and stock theft in this predominantly rural province furthermore emphasises the need to re-establish specialised units that will tackle specific crimes. DA MP Zakhele Mbhele said the alarming crime figures were worsened by factors including "chronic undertraining, under-staffing, underresourcing and underequipping". (more...)
- October 25, 2017
McGluwa goes on to say that the high level of contact crimes and stock theft in this predominantly rural province furthermore emphasises the need to re-establish specialised units that will tackle specific crimes. DA MP Zakhele Mbhele said the alarming crime figures were worsened by factors including "chronic undertraining, under-staffing, underresourcing and underequipping". (more...)
Valley unemployment rate up 1 percent
- October 25, 2017
McDowell and Mingo counties had rates about seven percent, with McDowell County's rate being reported at 7.8 percent and Mingo County's rate sitting at a rate of 8.2 percent. The jobless rate has slowly climbed each month since May, though the 2017 rates are well below the monthly figures of the past 17 years, according to department figures. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
McDowell and Mingo counties had rates about seven percent, with McDowell County's rate being reported at 7.8 percent and Mingo County's rate sitting at a rate of 8.2 percent. The jobless rate has slowly climbed each month since May, though the 2017 rates are well below the monthly figures of the past 17 years, according to department figures. (more...)
Over 100 QAU students detained after massive protest
- October 25, 2017
While the students maintain that they were beaten badly, the police say the students had forcibly closed university classrooms and barred the buses from operating. Negotiations were said to have been successful last week, with the students agreeing to end the strike after the vice chancellor announced that the university's syndicate meetings would also include students. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
While the students maintain that they were beaten badly, the police say the students had forcibly closed university classrooms and barred the buses from operating. Negotiations were said to have been successful last week, with the students agreeing to end the strike after the vice chancellor announced that the university's syndicate meetings would also include students. (more...)
'Lose yourself' National, court rules
- October 25, 2017
The chart-topping rap song was played to court in the case between Eminem's company and the National Party. "Eight Mile Style is entitled to damages on a "user principle" basis in the sum of NZ$600,000, with interest, from 28 June 2014", the court said in a statement. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
The chart-topping rap song was played to court in the case between Eminem's company and the National Party. "Eight Mile Style is entitled to damages on a "user principle" basis in the sum of NZ$600,000, with interest, from 28 June 2014", the court said in a statement. (more...)
De Blasio admin ups affordable housing goals to 300K units by 2026
- October 25, 2017
The city, he said, has maintained that it wants to increase the presence of the NYPD "wherever it's needed" as well as the Fire Department's efforts to assist in emergencies and the city's homeless outreach effort. "As the PBA points out, the Finest have not been directed to help the homeless in the subways and that's why there are more homeless on the trains and in the stations than under past mayors", he said, adding the goal should be to help those people and protect riders. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
The city, he said, has maintained that it wants to increase the presence of the NYPD "wherever it's needed" as well as the Fire Department's efforts to assist in emergencies and the city's homeless outreach effort. "As the PBA points out, the Finest have not been directed to help the homeless in the subways and that's why there are more homeless on the trains and in the stations than under past mayors", he said, adding the goal should be to help those people and protect riders. (more...)
Elementary school apologizes after fundraising event features Trump tombstone game
- October 25, 2017
The parents or teachers responsible for this disgusting display should claim responsibility publicly and apologize publicly as well. Republican officials in MA are arguing that schools are not places for "nasty political agendas" after a public elementary school allowed students to throw bean bags at a fake tombstone marked with the name of the president of the United States. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
The parents or teachers responsible for this disgusting display should claim responsibility publicly and apologize publicly as well. Republican officials in MA are arguing that schools are not places for "nasty political agendas" after a public elementary school allowed students to throw bean bags at a fake tombstone marked with the name of the president of the United States. (more...)
Corker feud 'avoided' during GOP policy lunch
- October 25, 2017
Mr Corker, on the verge of Senate retirement, isn't backing down, however. "I think the things that are happening right now that are harmful to our nation, whether it's the breaking down of - we are going to be doing hearings on some of the things that he purposely is breaking down - relationships we have around the world that have been useful to our nation", he said. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
Mr Corker, on the verge of Senate retirement, isn't backing down, however. "I think the things that are happening right now that are harmful to our nation, whether it's the breaking down of - we are going to be doing hearings on some of the things that he purposely is breaking down - relationships we have around the world that have been useful to our nation", he said. (more...)
GOP Sen. Flake says he'll retire, had tangled with Trump
- October 25, 2017
That site is run by Steve Bannon, the bomb-throwing nationalist who went from a White House position to working to overthrow the party establishment. Corker, who has also decided not to run again for the U.S Senate where he has served for a decade, said the president's staff had asked him to intervene when Trump was "getting ready to do something that was really off the tracks". (more...)
- October 25, 2017
That site is run by Steve Bannon, the bomb-throwing nationalist who went from a White House position to working to overthrow the party establishment. Corker, who has also decided not to run again for the U.S Senate where he has served for a decade, said the president's staff had asked him to intervene when Trump was "getting ready to do something that was really off the tracks". (more...)
Clinton campaign, DNC helped fund research that led to salacious Trump dossier
- October 25, 2017
Per the Post , in April 2016, lawyer Marc Elias, working on behalf of the Clinton campaign and the DNC, started paying the opposition research company Fusion GPS to look into Trump's ties to Russian Federation. They argued that committee staffers had "systematically disclosed confidential and prejudicial information" about Fusion. The dossier is a compilation of reports he prepared for Fusion. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
Per the Post , in April 2016, lawyer Marc Elias, working on behalf of the Clinton campaign and the DNC, started paying the opposition research company Fusion GPS to look into Trump's ties to Russian Federation. They argued that committee staffers had "systematically disclosed confidential and prejudicial information" about Fusion. The dossier is a compilation of reports he prepared for Fusion. (more...)
$70 entrance fee proposed for Rocky Mountain National Park amid record crowds
- October 25, 2017
It may cost more than twice as much to go to some national parks, if a proposed fee increase goes through. A comment period on the peak-season entrance fee proposal will be open from October 24, 2017 to November 23, 2017, on the NPS Planning, Environment and Public Comment (PEPC) website https://parkplanning.nps.gov/proposedpeakseasonfeerates. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
It may cost more than twice as much to go to some national parks, if a proposed fee increase goes through. A comment period on the peak-season entrance fee proposal will be open from October 24, 2017 to November 23, 2017, on the NPS Planning, Environment and Public Comment (PEPC) website https://parkplanning.nps.gov/proposedpeakseasonfeerates. (more...)
U.S. to resume refugee admissions; 11 countries blocked
- October 25, 2017
Circuit Court of Appeals to review a ruling by a federal judge in Maryland, which put the latest set of travel restrictions on hold hours after U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson made the same decision last week. It's unclear which countries the administration has flagged. On Sept. 29, the White House announced that Trump had set the refugee admissions ceiling at 45,000 for Fiscal Year 2018, which began on October 1 - the lowest cap since the refugee admissions program began in 1975. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
Circuit Court of Appeals to review a ruling by a federal judge in Maryland, which put the latest set of travel restrictions on hold hours after U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson made the same decision last week. It's unclear which countries the administration has flagged. On Sept. 29, the White House announced that Trump had set the refugee admissions ceiling at 45,000 for Fiscal Year 2018, which began on October 1 - the lowest cap since the refugee admissions program began in 1975. (more...)
TDOC checks in on sex offenders ahead of, and during, Halloween
- October 25, 2017
Bennett said it is not fair to say the registry "lost" sex offenders. Hundreds of teams of TDOC probation parole officers work with local law enforcement to saturate communities across the state, conducting random visits and compliance checks on more than 3,000 sex offenders statewide between October 21 and the morning of November 1, including more than 1,100 visits on the night of Halloween. (more...)
- October 25, 2017
Bennett said it is not fair to say the registry "lost" sex offenders. Hundreds of teams of TDOC probation parole officers work with local law enforcement to saturate communities across the state, conducting random visits and compliance checks on more than 3,000 sex offenders statewide between October 21 and the morning of November 1, including more than 1,100 visits on the night of Halloween. (more...)
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