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83-year-old retired SC veteran fulfills promise made in Vietnam bunker
- November 17, 2017
Despite their different paths in life, both managed to keep their promises to each other. As the two Marines hunkered down, they made a pact: "If we survived this attack or survived Vietnam, we would contact each other every year on New Year's", Cox said. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
Despite their different paths in life, both managed to keep their promises to each other. As the two Marines hunkered down, they made a pact: "If we survived this attack or survived Vietnam, we would contact each other every year on New Year's", Cox said. (more...)
OSCE to U.S. and Russia: Quit designating media as agents
- November 17, 2017
The Russian Justice Ministry officially confirmed on Thursday that it sent notices to a number of media outlets about their possible recognition in Russia by foreign agents. Washington has been accusing Russian media, including RT and Sputnik, of influencing public opinion during the 2016 US presidential election, while Moscow claims that they are being oppressed by USA authorities. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The Russian Justice Ministry officially confirmed on Thursday that it sent notices to a number of media outlets about their possible recognition in Russia by foreign agents. Washington has been accusing Russian media, including RT and Sputnik, of influencing public opinion during the 2016 US presidential election, while Moscow claims that they are being oppressed by USA authorities. (more...)
Egypt Says Libyan Militant Involved in Western Desert Attack
- November 17, 2017
The decision includes 14 more defendants accused of same charges that left 16 policemen dead and 13 wounded in confrontations between security forces and militants on October 20. Egyptian police had for years been seeking Abdel Hamid. He did not name a specific militant group or release the names of those killed. A huge cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered during the raid at the militants' den, the Egyptian Ministry of Interior said in a statement. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The decision includes 14 more defendants accused of same charges that left 16 policemen dead and 13 wounded in confrontations between security forces and militants on October 20. Egyptian police had for years been seeking Abdel Hamid. He did not name a specific militant group or release the names of those killed. A huge cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered during the raid at the militants' den, the Egyptian Ministry of Interior said in a statement. (more...)
Palestinian teen shot, critically wounded after carrying out auto ramming attack
- November 17, 2017
The first victim, a 70-year-old man, sustained a light head wound at the Efrat South junction. "The assailant then continued on to the Gush Etzion Junction and hit another (Israeli) citizen, moderately injuring them", the spokesperson said, adding that the Palestinian then allegedly exited his auto with a knife and attempted to stab soldiers at the junction, who fired on him. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The first victim, a 70-year-old man, sustained a light head wound at the Efrat South junction. "The assailant then continued on to the Gush Etzion Junction and hit another (Israeli) citizen, moderately injuring them", the spokesperson said, adding that the Palestinian then allegedly exited his auto with a knife and attempted to stab soldiers at the junction, who fired on him. (more...)
Salvatore 'Toto' Riina dead: Notorious Sicilian Mafia boss dies aged 87
- November 17, 2017
Nicknamed "the Beast", Riina began his violent criminal career on the dusty streets of Corleone after World War Two and became the Sicilian Mafia's boss of bosses when it reached its 20th century apex. He was strangled and his body dissolved in acid. Riina asked to be released from prison in July on the grounds of poor health, but a judge said his care in the prisoners' wing of the hospital would be as good as on the outside. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
Nicknamed "the Beast", Riina began his violent criminal career on the dusty streets of Corleone after World War Two and became the Sicilian Mafia's boss of bosses when it reached its 20th century apex. He was strangled and his body dissolved in acid. Riina asked to be released from prison in July on the grounds of poor health, but a judge said his care in the prisoners' wing of the hospital would be as good as on the outside. (more...)
BHU comes up with app that blocks porn, plays bhajans
- November 17, 2017
The app has a capacity of blocking 3800 such sites and took over six months to develop. The app, which is under construction, will further include inspirational speeches by Gandhi, Nelson Mandela and Rabindranath Tagore. He added that downloading the app is a "voluntary" gesture. Why was the app named "Har Har Mahadev"? "Addiction to pornography can not be treated but this is a humble attempt at changing one's behaviour", said Dr Vijay Nath Mishra, who developed the app. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The app has a capacity of blocking 3800 such sites and took over six months to develop. The app, which is under construction, will further include inspirational speeches by Gandhi, Nelson Mandela and Rabindranath Tagore. He added that downloading the app is a "voluntary" gesture. Why was the app named "Har Har Mahadev"? "Addiction to pornography can not be treated but this is a humble attempt at changing one's behaviour", said Dr Vijay Nath Mishra, who developed the app. (more...)
European Union leaders warn broadening of Brexit talks could be in doubt
- November 17, 2017
Varadkar said Britain had "unilaterally taken the customs union and single market off the table" and therefore wanted it "written down in practical terms in the conclusions of phase 1" that there would be no physical border. British foreign secretary Boris Johnson has refused to guarantee there will be no border along the North with Brexit and says the issue will instead be negotiated in phase two of the talks, writes Juno McEnroe . (more...)
- November 17, 2017
Varadkar said Britain had "unilaterally taken the customs union and single market off the table" and therefore wanted it "written down in practical terms in the conclusions of phase 1" that there would be no physical border. British foreign secretary Boris Johnson has refused to guarantee there will be no border along the North with Brexit and says the issue will instead be negotiated in phase two of the talks, writes Juno McEnroe . (more...)
The Queen's Visited Hull
- November 17, 2017
The Queen last visited the city eight years ago. Lecturer Mags Guest said to the Queen: "We're using Craig, one of our student nurses, as a patient". Deborah Zost, Humberside Airport managing director, said: "Humberside Airport is delighted to host Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as part of her visit to the UK City of Culture 2017". (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The Queen last visited the city eight years ago. Lecturer Mags Guest said to the Queen: "We're using Craig, one of our student nurses, as a patient". Deborah Zost, Humberside Airport managing director, said: "Humberside Airport is delighted to host Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as part of her visit to the UK City of Culture 2017". (more...)
Last Iraqi town held by ISIS recaptured, officials say
- November 17, 2017
The Iraqi defense ministry said in a statement Friday morning that Iraqi military units and local tribal fighters had entered the western neighborhoods of Rawa on the Euphrates River in the western province of Anbar. Rawa borders Syria, whose army declared victory over the militants on November 9, after seizing the last substantial town on the border with Iraq. "Over 7.5 million people have been liberated", McGurk went on. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The Iraqi defense ministry said in a statement Friday morning that Iraqi military units and local tribal fighters had entered the western neighborhoods of Rawa on the Euphrates River in the western province of Anbar. Rawa borders Syria, whose army declared victory over the militants on November 9, after seizing the last substantial town on the border with Iraq. "Over 7.5 million people have been liberated", McGurk went on. (more...)
READERS REACT: Driver fined after iPhone, tablet tied to steering wheel
- November 17, 2017
The VPD's traffic unit issued a ticket on Wednesday to a multi-tasking motorist caught with both an iPhone and an electronic tablet fastened to his steering wheel with string. This makes the incident from yesterday so interesting on a few different levels. The province of British Columbia is trying to curtail more distracted drivers. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The VPD's traffic unit issued a ticket on Wednesday to a multi-tasking motorist caught with both an iPhone and an electronic tablet fastened to his steering wheel with string. This makes the incident from yesterday so interesting on a few different levels. The province of British Columbia is trying to curtail more distracted drivers. (more...)
Etling, Moore named to Academic All-District Team
- November 17, 2017
Fitzpatrick is a two-year starter at left guard for Duquesne, earning All-NEC Second Team honors as a sophomore in 2016. He has already graduated with a degree in finance and is now working on his master's degree in business administration. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
Fitzpatrick is a two-year starter at left guard for Duquesne, earning All-NEC Second Team honors as a sophomore in 2016. He has already graduated with a degree in finance and is now working on his master's degree in business administration. (more...)
Nebraska graduate students concerned about provision in House tax bill
- November 17, 2017
Under the tax plan proposed by House Republicans, these students would have to report that tuition forgiveness as income. "Graduate students enroll with certain expectations about their income and expenses over the course of their programs", Hayashi said. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
Under the tax plan proposed by House Republicans, these students would have to report that tuition forgiveness as income. "Graduate students enroll with certain expectations about their income and expenses over the course of their programs", Hayashi said. (more...)
Russia, US Reject Rival Chemical Weapons Resolutions on Syria
- November 17, 2017
The Security Council vote became another flash point in the deteriorating US-Russia relationship, as representatives from Washington and Moscow each blamed the other for causing the investigatory panel to die. Haley tweeted after the vote that "by using the veto to kill a mechanism in Syria that holds users of chemical weapons accountable, Russian Federation proves they can not be trusted or credible as we work towards a political solution in Syria". (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The Security Council vote became another flash point in the deteriorating US-Russia relationship, as representatives from Washington and Moscow each blamed the other for causing the investigatory panel to die. Haley tweeted after the vote that "by using the veto to kill a mechanism in Syria that holds users of chemical weapons accountable, Russian Federation proves they can not be trusted or credible as we work towards a political solution in Syria". (more...)
Democrats Are Making Moves to Impeach Donald Trump
- November 17, 2017
Cohen and five House Democrats introduced five articles of impeachment against President Trump. Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, introduced five articles of impeachment that include obstruction of justice for Trump's decision to fire former FBI Director James Comey, two emoluments clause violations, undermining the independence of the federal judiciary and undermining the freedom of the press. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
Cohen and five House Democrats introduced five articles of impeachment against President Trump. Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, introduced five articles of impeachment that include obstruction of justice for Trump's decision to fire former FBI Director James Comey, two emoluments clause violations, undermining the independence of the federal judiciary and undermining the freedom of the press. (more...)
McConnell Calls on Senate Ethics Committee to Probe Franken Groping Allegations
- November 17, 2017
The separate actions by the likely OH political competitors comes amid growing accusations across Hollywood, business and politics of sexual assaults, sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior. Sen. Al Franken , D-Minnesota, was accused by sports broadcaster Leeann Tweeden of groping her and kissing her aggressively when they were rehearsing a skit for a USO show in 2006. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The separate actions by the likely OH political competitors comes amid growing accusations across Hollywood, business and politics of sexual assaults, sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior. Sen. Al Franken , D-Minnesota, was accused by sports broadcaster Leeann Tweeden of groping her and kissing her aggressively when they were rehearsing a skit for a USO show in 2006. (more...)
Trump to host NCAA champions at White House Friday
- November 17, 2017
The University of North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team said earlier this year that it was unable to agree with the White House upon a date for a visit. "The only invitation we are thinking about is to the 2018 NCAA tournament". Information from The Associated Press was used in this report . "We haven't gotten an invitation yet and that in itself speaks volumes", she said."We won before those other teams won their championships". (more...)
- November 17, 2017
The University of North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team said earlier this year that it was unable to agree with the White House upon a date for a visit. "The only invitation we are thinking about is to the 2018 NCAA tournament". Information from The Associated Press was used in this report . "We haven't gotten an invitation yet and that in itself speaks volumes", she said."We won before those other teams won their championships". (more...)
Singapore Halts All Trade with N.Korea
- November 17, 2017
In its November 7 Circular sent to traders, Singapore Customs announced a prohibition of all commercially traded goods that are imported from or exported to the North through Singapore. Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Thursday reaffirmed its call for the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and the resumption of talks to calm tensions stoked by North Korea's nuclear missile tests. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
In its November 7 Circular sent to traders, Singapore Customs announced a prohibition of all commercially traded goods that are imported from or exported to the North through Singapore. Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Thursday reaffirmed its call for the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and the resumption of talks to calm tensions stoked by North Korea's nuclear missile tests. (more...)
Brokers Issue Forecasts for Schlumberger NV's Q1 2018 Earnings (SLB)
- November 17, 2017
It has underperformed by 38.99% the S&P500. Veritas Investment Management Uk Ltd decreased Schlumberger ( SLB ) stake by 5.88% reported in 2017Q2 SEC filing. The stock has "Market Perform" rating by BMO Capital Markets on Wednesday, October 11. The company was downgraded on Thursday, April 28 by Societe Generale. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
It has underperformed by 38.99% the S&P500. Veritas Investment Management Uk Ltd decreased Schlumberger ( SLB ) stake by 5.88% reported in 2017Q2 SEC filing. The stock has "Market Perform" rating by BMO Capital Markets on Wednesday, October 11. The company was downgraded on Thursday, April 28 by Societe Generale. (more...)
Footballer turned LeT militant surrenders in Kashmir
- November 17, 2017
You are the only hope of your parents and they can't take this separation. Nicknamed as Pollock for his resemblance with the famous South African cricketer, the Anantnag youth had quietly left home last week in to join the militant ranks. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
You are the only hope of your parents and they can't take this separation. Nicknamed as Pollock for his resemblance with the famous South African cricketer, the Anantnag youth had quietly left home last week in to join the militant ranks. (more...)
Massive fire engulfs senior living facility near Philadelphia
- November 17, 2017
Helicopter video showed dozens of people being wheeled away from the facility to ambulances. As a fourth alarm sounded, area hospitals reported they were overwhelmed with patients and were unable to take any more. A cause of the fire was still under investigation. A huge fire has broken out at a senior living community in Pennsylvania. Massive flames from a Pennsylvania nursing home shot into the sky Thursday night. (more...)
- November 17, 2017
Helicopter video showed dozens of people being wheeled away from the facility to ambulances. As a fourth alarm sounded, area hospitals reported they were overwhelmed with patients and were unable to take any more. A cause of the fire was still under investigation. A huge fire has broken out at a senior living community in Pennsylvania. Massive flames from a Pennsylvania nursing home shot into the sky Thursday night. (more...)
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