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Tillerson wants probe into Myanmar abuses
- November 15, 2017
The crisis erupted after Rohingya rebels attacked police posts in Myanmar's Rakhine state, triggering a military crackdown that saw hundreds of villages reduced to ashes and sparked a massive exodus. The Burmese government insists military action in Rakhine is a proportionate response to violence by militants. Canada's Justin Trudeau said he had spoken to Myanmar's de facto leader. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
The crisis erupted after Rohingya rebels attacked police posts in Myanmar's Rakhine state, triggering a military crackdown that saw hundreds of villages reduced to ashes and sparked a massive exodus. The Burmese government insists military action in Rakhine is a proportionate response to violence by militants. Canada's Justin Trudeau said he had spoken to Myanmar's de facto leader. (more...)
Poland defends Warsaw march calling for ethnic cleansing of Jews, Muslims
- November 15, 2017
Jonny Daniels, a British Jew who founded a Poland-based Holocaust commemoration group, said a small minority had "hijacked" the event, adding: "Poland can not allow this to happen". The gathering was " a great celebration of Poles united around the common values of freedom and loyalty to an independent homeland ", the ministry said. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
Jonny Daniels, a British Jew who founded a Poland-based Holocaust commemoration group, said a small minority had "hijacked" the event, adding: "Poland can not allow this to happen". The gathering was " a great celebration of Poles united around the common values of freedom and loyalty to an independent homeland ", the ministry said. (more...)
Alwar: Cops detain one person for killing of man by 'cow vigilantes'
- November 15, 2017
The Congress on Monday said lynching of a dairy farmer Umar Khan by cow vigilantes in Rajasthan was unfortunate and asked why such crime occurs only ahead of elections. The pick-up truck they were using was stolen from Uttar Pradesh and its numberplate belonged to a motorcycle", Rana said, adding that Tahir and Javed would be apprehended soon. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
The Congress on Monday said lynching of a dairy farmer Umar Khan by cow vigilantes in Rajasthan was unfortunate and asked why such crime occurs only ahead of elections. The pick-up truck they were using was stolen from Uttar Pradesh and its numberplate belonged to a motorcycle", Rana said, adding that Tahir and Javed would be apprehended soon. (more...)
TN Governor says he will inspect all districts
- November 15, 2017
Along with Minister for Municipal Administration S.P. Velumani, he visited the solid waste management plant installed in a residential society in the industrial city. Likewise, Higher Education Minister K P Anbalagan contended that the Governor's action would not amount to interference in administration. This has set off a debate over whether the Governor overstepped his Constitutional remit and was interfering in the affairs of the district administration. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
Along with Minister for Municipal Administration S.P. Velumani, he visited the solid waste management plant installed in a residential society in the industrial city. Likewise, Higher Education Minister K P Anbalagan contended that the Governor's action would not amount to interference in administration. This has set off a debate over whether the Governor overstepped his Constitutional remit and was interfering in the affairs of the district administration. (more...)
Killer escapes mental hospital, flies to California
- November 15, 2017
Police have determined that, shortly after escaping, Saito took a taxi from Kaneohe to Honolulu, where he chartered a plane to Maui. Multiple federal agencies, including the FBI and U.S. Her body was found in her auto at a Honolulu shopping mall, but she had been shot and repeatedly stabbed. A court in 1993 denied Saito's request for conditional release, saying Saito still suffered from sexual sadism and necrophilia just as when he was committed to the hospital 12 years earlier, the Honolulu ... (more...)
- November 15, 2017
Police have determined that, shortly after escaping, Saito took a taxi from Kaneohe to Honolulu, where he chartered a plane to Maui. Multiple federal agencies, including the FBI and U.S. Her body was found in her auto at a Honolulu shopping mall, but she had been shot and repeatedly stabbed. A court in 1993 denied Saito's request for conditional release, saying Saito still suffered from sexual sadism and necrophilia just as when he was committed to the hospital 12 years earlier, the Honolulu ... (more...)
Indian man claims strip of land between Egypt and Sudan
- November 15, 2017
He said "I would call myself King Suyash First from today". Suyash read about the unclaimed land, Bir Tawil when he was travelling to Cairo, Egypt. He also sowed some seeds and poured water into it. "We drove for six hours straight in the middle of the desert and barren lands and crossing one military base to the location". Also, his post includes about Suyog Dixit an acting prime minister of the land and the head of the Military. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
He said "I would call myself King Suyash First from today". Suyash read about the unclaimed land, Bir Tawil when he was travelling to Cairo, Egypt. He also sowed some seeds and poured water into it. "We drove for six hours straight in the middle of the desert and barren lands and crossing one military base to the location". Also, his post includes about Suyog Dixit an acting prime minister of the land and the head of the Military. (more...)
Weather: Briefly quiet before more rain and snow (11/15 AM)
- November 15, 2017
That sky is partly to mostly sunny with a seasonable afternoon high temp in the low to mid 40s and a light south wind. The U.S. Climate Prediction Center says there's a 50 to 60 percent probability of temperatures remaining below normal in New Jersey and several other states from November 20 through November 24. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
That sky is partly to mostly sunny with a seasonable afternoon high temp in the low to mid 40s and a light south wind. The U.S. Climate Prediction Center says there's a 50 to 60 percent probability of temperatures remaining below normal in New Jersey and several other states from November 20 through November 24. (more...)
China to send special envoy to North Korea
- November 15, 2017
North Korea's ties with China, its main ally and economic benefactor, have been frayed over Pyongyang's persistent advancement of its nuclear and missile programs. China's support of new UN Security Council sanctions resolutions, the latest on September 11, following the North's sixth nuclear test earlier that month. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
North Korea's ties with China, its main ally and economic benefactor, have been frayed over Pyongyang's persistent advancement of its nuclear and missile programs. China's support of new UN Security Council sanctions resolutions, the latest on September 11, following the North's sixth nuclear test earlier that month. (more...)
Telegraph accused of 'bullying' Tory rebel MPs after labelling them Brexit 'mutineers'
- November 15, 2017
He said: "I have to say I find this amendment by the government so very odd, because it seems to me to fetter the government, to add nothing to the strength of the government's negotiating position, and in fact potentially to create a very great problem that could be brought back to visit on us at a later stage". (more...)
- November 15, 2017
He said: "I have to say I find this amendment by the government so very odd, because it seems to me to fetter the government, to add nothing to the strength of the government's negotiating position, and in fact potentially to create a very great problem that could be brought back to visit on us at a later stage". (more...)
Socceroos beat Honduras, qualify for 2018 FIFA World Cup
- November 15, 2017
Honduras' Bryan Acosta, who escaped a handful of yellows throughout the match, was eventually pinged for handball inside the box. Honduras captain Maynor Figueroa scored a consolation goal in the injury time. The Aston Villa midfielder benefited from a big slice of luck on 54 minutes as his free-kick took a huge deflection off Henry Figueroa. The Australians defeated Honduras 3-1 in Sydney in a game which would book the victor a place in the world's greatest sporting tournament. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
Honduras' Bryan Acosta, who escaped a handful of yellows throughout the match, was eventually pinged for handball inside the box. Honduras captain Maynor Figueroa scored a consolation goal in the injury time. The Aston Villa midfielder benefited from a big slice of luck on 54 minutes as his free-kick took a huge deflection off Henry Figueroa. The Australians defeated Honduras 3-1 in Sydney in a game which would book the victor a place in the world's greatest sporting tournament. (more...)
Three dead in California school shooting
- November 15, 2017
Authorities said the shooting occurred around 8 a.m.in Rancho Tehama , near Red Bluff, Calif., about 120 miles northwest of Sacramento . Police say the gunman fired into the school from outside its grounds. Enloe Medical Center said it had four patients from the shooting - one adult and three children. The cops were present at the spot and the emergency department have airlifted "multiple students" from the scene, with a 6-year-old reportedly among the injured. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
Authorities said the shooting occurred around 8 a.m.in Rancho Tehama , near Red Bluff, Calif., about 120 miles northwest of Sacramento . Police say the gunman fired into the school from outside its grounds. Enloe Medical Center said it had four patients from the shooting - one adult and three children. The cops were present at the spot and the emergency department have airlifted "multiple students" from the scene, with a 6-year-old reportedly among the injured. (more...)
Bigg Boss 11: When Hiten Tejwani LASHED OUT at other contestants!
- November 15, 2017
Bigg Boss 11 contestants Puneesh Sharma and Bandgi Kalra really got to calm their hormones. Hina Khan is seen applying make-up on Luv Tyagi's face. However, the highlight of the episode was when Arshi sacrificed her entire set of nighties for Vikas . Akash got a chance to sing a rap song on Kapil promoting the actor's upcoming film. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
Bigg Boss 11 contestants Puneesh Sharma and Bandgi Kalra really got to calm their hormones. Hina Khan is seen applying make-up on Luv Tyagi's face. However, the highlight of the episode was when Arshi sacrificed her entire set of nighties for Vikas . Akash got a chance to sing a rap song on Kapil promoting the actor's upcoming film. (more...)
Russian MPs back law targeting foreign media: Agencies
- November 15, 2017
The legislation must then be signed into law by President Vladimir Putin. They are broadly phrased to allow the government to declare practically any foreign media outlet as a foreign agent. In mid-2016, President Vladimir Putin signed a bill into law that defined the term "political activity of non-governmental organizations" and exempted charity groups receiving funding from overseas from having to register as foreign agents. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
The legislation must then be signed into law by President Vladimir Putin. They are broadly phrased to allow the government to declare practically any foreign media outlet as a foreign agent. In mid-2016, President Vladimir Putin signed a bill into law that defined the term "political activity of non-governmental organizations" and exempted charity groups receiving funding from overseas from having to register as foreign agents. (more...)
Delhi: 18-month-old raped by father's friend in Shahpur Jat
- November 15, 2017
The police have since arrested the accused, a 21-year-old man. The police said that initial investigation showed Santosh, who is employed in the housekeeping division of a city hotel, lived in the child's neighbourhood and had often been asked by the parents to "take care" of her. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
The police have since arrested the accused, a 21-year-old man. The police said that initial investigation showed Santosh, who is employed in the housekeeping division of a city hotel, lived in the child's neighbourhood and had often been asked by the parents to "take care" of her. (more...)
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: Boris Johnson to meet husband
- November 15, 2017
The meeting comes as Mr Johnson faces calls for his resignation after he suggested to MPs that Mr Ratcliffe's wife, an aid worker, was in Iran to train journalists. She is now being detained in Iran after being convicted of "spying". A Foreign Office statement said the pair will meet to discuss Mr Ratcliffe's request to give his wife "diplomatic protection" - which, under worldwide law, allows a state to take diplomatic action on behalf of a national. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
The meeting comes as Mr Johnson faces calls for his resignation after he suggested to MPs that Mr Ratcliffe's wife, an aid worker, was in Iran to train journalists. She is now being detained in Iran after being convicted of "spying". A Foreign Office statement said the pair will meet to discuss Mr Ratcliffe's request to give his wife "diplomatic protection" - which, under worldwide law, allows a state to take diplomatic action on behalf of a national. (more...)
United States encourages citizens in Zimbabwe to 'shelter in place' amid political turmoil
- November 15, 2017
However, Isaac Moyo, Zimbabwe's ambassador in South Africa , claimed the government remains "intact". He also said the situation in the country "has moved to another level" and that he wished to assure the nation Mugabe and his family are safe and their security is "guaranteed". (more...)
- November 15, 2017
However, Isaac Moyo, Zimbabwe's ambassador in South Africa , claimed the government remains "intact". He also said the situation in the country "has moved to another level" and that he wished to assure the nation Mugabe and his family are safe and their security is "guaranteed". (more...)
Trump to Make 'Major Statement' on N.Korea and Trade
- November 15, 2017
Earlier in the week, White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said Trump would announce at the "end of the trip" his decision on whether or not to officially re-list North Korea as a state sponsor of terrorism . Duterte sat to Trump's left at dinner and they engaged in conversation before the first course was served. Trump is now in the Philippines - his last stop on his tour of Asia. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
Earlier in the week, White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said Trump would announce at the "end of the trip" his decision on whether or not to officially re-list North Korea as a state sponsor of terrorism . Duterte sat to Trump's left at dinner and they engaged in conversation before the first course was served. Trump is now in the Philippines - his last stop on his tour of Asia. (more...)
Federal Bureau of Investigation searches San Diego for man suspected of wife's brutal murder
- November 15, 2017
At some point, he beat her to death with a "blunt object, possibly the handle of a tire jack". She says no child and no family deserves what their father put them through. Rouse, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI's Las Vegas Field Office. The victim's sister found the beaten and bound body in the auto. He has multiple tattoos all over his body including a teardrop on his face, near his left eye, the letters "PA" on the back of his neck and the words "My Baby Jessica" on his chest - the name ... (more...)
- November 15, 2017
At some point, he beat her to death with a "blunt object, possibly the handle of a tire jack". She says no child and no family deserves what their father put them through. Rouse, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI's Las Vegas Field Office. The victim's sister found the beaten and bound body in the auto. He has multiple tattoos all over his body including a teardrop on his face, near his left eye, the letters "PA" on the back of his neck and the words "My Baby Jessica" on his chest - the name ... (more...)
Sutherland Springs: Worship resumes with call to overcome
- November 15, 2017
Nine Days after the mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, a viewer sent an email to our Verify Team regarding gun possession by convicted felons in the state of Texas. He said this as he fought back tears. Frank Pomeroy spoke during the congregation's first Sunday service since last weekend's shooting that killed more than two-dozen people at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs . (more...)
- November 15, 2017
Nine Days after the mass shooting in Sutherland Springs, a viewer sent an email to our Verify Team regarding gun possession by convicted felons in the state of Texas. He said this as he fought back tears. Frank Pomeroy spoke during the congregation's first Sunday service since last weekend's shooting that killed more than two-dozen people at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs . (more...)
Being homosexual is a tendency, not permanent: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
- November 15, 2017
A report from Ayodhya quoting Sri Sri's representative Swami Bhavya Tej said that the spiritual guru would reach Ayodhya at 11 am on November 16 and meet Shri Ramjanambhoomi Nyas chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das at Maniram Chhavni. All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi snubbed the spiritual leader and said that he should not indulge in any kite flying. (more...)
- November 15, 2017
A report from Ayodhya quoting Sri Sri's representative Swami Bhavya Tej said that the spiritual guru would reach Ayodhya at 11 am on November 16 and meet Shri Ramjanambhoomi Nyas chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das at Maniram Chhavni. All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi snubbed the spiritual leader and said that he should not indulge in any kite flying. (more...)
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