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Massive basketball upset ends on own goal
- December 03, 2017
Georgia Tech fell to 4-2 with the loss, which was their first home loss of the season. Grambling State held on to win 64-63 for its second win of the season. Jackson's driving layup beat the buzzer and defeated Northwestern 52-51 on Tuesday as Georgia Tech won its fourth consecutive game since losing its opener to UCLA in China. (more...)
- December 03, 2017
Georgia Tech fell to 4-2 with the loss, which was their first home loss of the season. Grambling State held on to win 64-63 for its second win of the season. Jackson's driving layup beat the buzzer and defeated Northwestern 52-51 on Tuesday as Georgia Tech won its fourth consecutive game since losing its opener to UCLA in China. (more...)
TTP's Mullah Fazlullah group behind Peshawar attack: ISPR
- December 03, 2017
The Afghan officials are saying that the majority of the deadly attacks are planned by the Haqqani terrorist network based in Pakistan, a claim which has also been endorsed by the U.S. "The army troops along with police personnel timely responded to the terror attack to neutralise the terrorists and clear the area", he said. The banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Taliban (TTP) spokesman Muhammad Khurasani, who had claimed responsibility for the attack, said in a statement that "responsible people were ... (more...)
- December 03, 2017
The Afghan officials are saying that the majority of the deadly attacks are planned by the Haqqani terrorist network based in Pakistan, a claim which has also been endorsed by the U.S. "The army troops along with police personnel timely responded to the terror attack to neutralise the terrorists and clear the area", he said. The banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Taliban (TTP) spokesman Muhammad Khurasani, who had claimed responsibility for the attack, said in a statement that "responsible people were ... (more...)
Irish PM Varadkar names Simon Coveney as deputy PM
- December 03, 2017
There is speculation that either Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney or Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Heather Humphreys could be appointed as Frances Fitzgerald's successor. The Cabinet vacancy, created by the resignation of Ms Fitzgerald, will also see either a minister of state or a backbench TD promoted. The motion to promote Ms Madigan was challenged, but the challenge was overruled by a vote. (more...)
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- December 03, 2017
There is speculation that either Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney or Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Heather Humphreys could be appointed as Frances Fitzgerald's successor. The Cabinet vacancy, created by the resignation of Ms Fitzgerald, will also see either a minister of state or a backbench TD promoted. The motion to promote Ms Madigan was challenged, but the challenge was overruled by a vote. (more...)
Ex-Stanford swimmer Brock Turner files to appeal sexual assault charges
- December 02, 2017
Turner, who was convicted of three felony counts of sexual assault , had said that the woman was awake and conscious throughout the incident. The then Vice President Joe Biden wrote an open letter to support her , in which he criticised the culture of USA university campuses and the "callous" remarks made by the rapist's father, who said his son - who dropped out of Stanford after his arrest - had paid "a steep price for 20 minutes of action". (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Turner, who was convicted of three felony counts of sexual assault , had said that the woman was awake and conscious throughout the incident. The then Vice President Joe Biden wrote an open letter to support her , in which he criticised the culture of USA university campuses and the "callous" remarks made by the rapist's father, who said his son - who dropped out of Stanford after his arrest - had paid "a steep price for 20 minutes of action". (more...)
Sushma Swaraj meets Iran Foreign Minister Javad Zarif
- December 02, 2017
Both sides positively reviewed the initiatives undertaken since the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Iran in May 2016 including cooperation in Chabahar Port which will be inaugurated by the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran H.E.Mr Hassan Rouhani on Sunday in the presence of Ministers from India, Afghanistan and the region. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Both sides positively reviewed the initiatives undertaken since the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Iran in May 2016 including cooperation in Chabahar Port which will be inaugurated by the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran H.E.Mr Hassan Rouhani on Sunday in the presence of Ministers from India, Afghanistan and the region. (more...)
UP civic polls: EVMs were rigged, say SP, BSP
- December 02, 2017
The worst performers were the Congress and the Samajwadi Party (SP) who failed to win even a single mayoral seat in the civic polls. Earlier it used to extend support to independent candidates. Yogi Adityanath, revelling in the results of his hard campaign, said that the BJP would now aim for hundred per cent success in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
The worst performers were the Congress and the Samajwadi Party (SP) who failed to win even a single mayoral seat in the civic polls. Earlier it used to extend support to independent candidates. Yogi Adityanath, revelling in the results of his hard campaign, said that the BJP would now aim for hundred per cent success in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. (more...)
Theresa May delivers stinging rebuke to Donald Trump over far-right retweets
- December 03, 2017
Golding, who is facing charges of religiously aggravated harassment alongside Ms Fransen, said the row had boosted Britain First's popularity. British Prime Minister Theresa May is fully focused on tackling extremism, her spokesman said on Thursday, responding to a tweet by U.S. (more...)
- December 03, 2017
Golding, who is facing charges of religiously aggravated harassment alongside Ms Fransen, said the row had boosted Britain First's popularity. British Prime Minister Theresa May is fully focused on tackling extremism, her spokesman said on Thursday, responding to a tweet by U.S. (more...)
Mueller removed top Federal Bureau of Investigation agent over possible anti-Trump texts
- December 02, 2017
During the Clinton investigation, Strzok was involved in a romantic relationship with FBI lawyer Lisa Page, who worked for Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, according to the people familiar with the matter, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the issue. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
During the Clinton investigation, Strzok was involved in a romantic relationship with FBI lawyer Lisa Page, who worked for Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, according to the people familiar with the matter, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the issue. (more...)
APNewsBreak: Longtime Michigan Rep. Sander Levin to retire
- December 02, 2017
Gary Peters and Rep. Dan Kildee released statements Saturday after Rep. Sander Levin announced he would be retiring. "It is the honor of a lifetime to serve MI in the U.S. Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales rates Michigan's 9th District a Solid Democratic race . Other potential candidates include State Sen. His brother Carl was a longtime US senator. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Gary Peters and Rep. Dan Kildee released statements Saturday after Rep. Sander Levin announced he would be retiring. "It is the honor of a lifetime to serve MI in the U.S. Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales rates Michigan's 9th District a Solid Democratic race . Other potential candidates include State Sen. His brother Carl was a longtime US senator. (more...)
Check Out The Complete Winners List Of Filmfare Glamour & Style Awards 2017
- December 02, 2017
Giving her company was her Veere Di Wedding co-star Sonam Kapoor who came wearing a golden gown. "Held at a suburban hotel in Mumbai, the awards" night saw stars turn up in their most glamorous avatars. While Sonam looked like a princess in a golden-cream outfit, Jacqueline looked amazingly handsome in a white gown. Actors from the yesteryears Rekha and Sridevi too chose white - Sri wore a white feathery gown while Rekha gave her competition in a white lacy sari. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Giving her company was her Veere Di Wedding co-star Sonam Kapoor who came wearing a golden gown. "Held at a suburban hotel in Mumbai, the awards" night saw stars turn up in their most glamorous avatars. While Sonam looked like a princess in a golden-cream outfit, Jacqueline looked amazingly handsome in a white gown. Actors from the yesteryears Rekha and Sridevi too chose white - Sri wore a white feathery gown while Rekha gave her competition in a white lacy sari. (more...)
NSW deputy premier urges Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull to resign
- December 02, 2017
Mr Howard told the newspaper that the NSW Deputy Premier Mr Barilaro should "be mindful" of the Liberal Party's upcoming "difficult" byelection in Bennelong on December 16. Speaking to Alan Jones - who later tweeted Turnbull's leadership was "the elephant in the room" - Barilaro said he'd " lost all hope ". Mr Barilaro was slapped down by a string of senior coalition figures over his comments about Mr Turnbull on Sydney's 2GB radio on Friday. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Mr Howard told the newspaper that the NSW Deputy Premier Mr Barilaro should "be mindful" of the Liberal Party's upcoming "difficult" byelection in Bennelong on December 16. Speaking to Alan Jones - who later tweeted Turnbull's leadership was "the elephant in the room" - Barilaro said he'd " lost all hope ". Mr Barilaro was slapped down by a string of senior coalition figures over his comments about Mr Turnbull on Sydney's 2GB radio on Friday. (more...)
Saleem Shahzad vows to form political party
- December 02, 2017
The former MQM leader said that everyone is welcome to join his party, but added that no "China-cutters or target killers" would be allowed. "No dry cleaner would get party ticket", he underlined. One of the recent allegations against him was leveled by Pakistan Peoples Party leader Dr. Asim Hussain saying that Shahzad had provided shelter to terrorist and facilitated them for medical treatment. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
The former MQM leader said that everyone is welcome to join his party, but added that no "China-cutters or target killers" would be allowed. "No dry cleaner would get party ticket", he underlined. One of the recent allegations against him was leveled by Pakistan Peoples Party leader Dr. Asim Hussain saying that Shahzad had provided shelter to terrorist and facilitated them for medical treatment. (more...)
Mehbooba condoles demise of ex-CJI AS Anand
- December 02, 2017
Adarsh Sen Anand passed away after prolonged illness today. The mortal remains of the 29th chief justice of India would be cremated on December 3 at the Lodhi cremation ground here, they said. Mehbooba Mufti also recalled "the contribution of Justice Anand, a son of the soil, in introducing the concept of Lok Adalats" as the chairman of National Legal Services Authority and also as the chairman of National Human Rights Commission of India. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Adarsh Sen Anand passed away after prolonged illness today. The mortal remains of the 29th chief justice of India would be cremated on December 3 at the Lodhi cremation ground here, they said. Mehbooba Mufti also recalled "the contribution of Justice Anand, a son of the soil, in introducing the concept of Lok Adalats" as the chairman of National Legal Services Authority and also as the chairman of National Human Rights Commission of India. (more...)
Egyptian foreign minister welcomes Shafiq's decision to stand for presidency
- December 02, 2017
It was not immediately clear when he would arrive in Egypt, or where he would land. "A senior official at the Abu Dhabi Governing Palace called Shafiq and told him that if he insisted on leaving, he could only go to one lease, Egypt, as that's where he came from". (more...)
- December 02, 2017
It was not immediately clear when he would arrive in Egypt, or where he would land. "A senior official at the Abu Dhabi Governing Palace called Shafiq and told him that if he insisted on leaving, he could only go to one lease, Egypt, as that's where he came from". (more...)
City of Florence lights up at annual tree lighting
- December 02, 2017
Monday, the official state Christmas tree arrived at the State Capitol and was hoisted into place at the top of the Capitol steps. The lights will be switched on by a lucky participant of the reindeer trail, which asks children to help Father Christmas find his 26 missing reindeers around the town centre in time for Christmas. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Monday, the official state Christmas tree arrived at the State Capitol and was hoisted into place at the top of the Capitol steps. The lights will be switched on by a lucky participant of the reindeer trail, which asks children to help Father Christmas find his 26 missing reindeers around the town centre in time for Christmas. (more...)
Trump says he's not anxious what Flynn will tell special counsel
- December 02, 2017
Flynn, however, also admitted Friday that his consulting firm, Flynn Intel Group, was directed and supervised by Turkish government officials while he was advising Trump's presidential campaign. A source with "full knowledge" of the investigation told Roberts that the unnamed "senior Trump official" is K.T. McFarland. "Flynn called the Russian ambassador and requested that Russia not escalate the situation and only respond to the USA sanctions in a reciprocal manner", the prosecutors said ... (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Flynn, however, also admitted Friday that his consulting firm, Flynn Intel Group, was directed and supervised by Turkish government officials while he was advising Trump's presidential campaign. A source with "full knowledge" of the investigation told Roberts that the unnamed "senior Trump official" is K.T. McFarland. "Flynn called the Russian ambassador and requested that Russia not escalate the situation and only respond to the USA sanctions in a reciprocal manner", the prosecutors said ... (more...)
Stocks that can influence your investment: Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE:VNO)
- December 02, 2017
Security Capital Research & Management Inc increased Vornado Rlty Tr ( VNO ) stake by 84.8% reported in 2017Q2 SEC filing. Vornado Rlty Tr now has $15.71B valuation. Vornado Realty Trust is a real estate investment trust (REIT). Aew Capital Management Ltd Partnership holds 0.91% or 397,577 shares in its portfolio. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Security Capital Research & Management Inc increased Vornado Rlty Tr ( VNO ) stake by 84.8% reported in 2017Q2 SEC filing. Vornado Rlty Tr now has $15.71B valuation. Vornado Realty Trust is a real estate investment trust (REIT). Aew Capital Management Ltd Partnership holds 0.91% or 397,577 shares in its portfolio. (more...)
Democrats skip Donald Trump meeting, raising risk of government shutdown
- December 02, 2017
Now it's not even talk. Pelosi tweeted after Trump's White House session that "his empty chair photo opp showed he's more interested in stunts than in addressing the needs of the American people". HORSLEY: Well, Trump wants to see an increase in military spending. Democrats also want money for a children's health program that serves over 8 million low-income children. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Now it's not even talk. Pelosi tweeted after Trump's White House session that "his empty chair photo opp showed he's more interested in stunts than in addressing the needs of the American people". HORSLEY: Well, Trump wants to see an increase in military spending. Democrats also want money for a children's health program that serves over 8 million low-income children. (more...)
Modi govt can't match UPA's 10-year average growth rate: Manmohan Singh
- December 02, 2017
Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan later told ANI that Singh was saying "wrong things" in a show of allegiance to the Nehru-Gandhi family, whose members (Sonia and Rahul Gandhi ) occupy the two most powerful positions in the Congress party. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan later told ANI that Singh was saying "wrong things" in a show of allegiance to the Nehru-Gandhi family, whose members (Sonia and Rahul Gandhi ) occupy the two most powerful positions in the Congress party. (more...)
Nancy Pelosi calls on John Conyers to resign
- December 02, 2017
The congressman said the payment was comparable to a severance package and denies the allegations against him. "Look, I know what I would do if this happened to me", Ryan said of Conyers. One woman, Marion Brown, told NBC's "Today" show on Thursday that she was propositioned for sex multiple times over more than a decade before she was sacked. (more...)
- December 02, 2017
The congressman said the payment was comparable to a severance package and denies the allegations against him. "Look, I know what I would do if this happened to me", Ryan said of Conyers. One woman, Marion Brown, told NBC's "Today" show on Thursday that she was propositioned for sex multiple times over more than a decade before she was sacked. (more...)
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