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Houthi rebels, missile against Riyadh. Saudis, 'intercepted'
- December 20, 2017
The Houthis for their part have fired several missiles at the kingdom, mostly in the south since 2015, but not caused any serious damage, in their bid to pressure Saudi Arabia, a strategic USA ally and the world's biggest oil exporter. Yemenis watch Houthi rebel commander Abdel-Malik al-Houthi delivering a speech on the pro-Houthi Al-Maseera television, after his rebels fired a missile at Saudi Arabia, in Sanaa, Yemen , 19 December 2017. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
The Houthis for their part have fired several missiles at the kingdom, mostly in the south since 2015, but not caused any serious damage, in their bid to pressure Saudi Arabia, a strategic USA ally and the world's biggest oil exporter. Yemenis watch Houthi rebel commander Abdel-Malik al-Houthi delivering a speech on the pro-Houthi Al-Maseera television, after his rebels fired a missile at Saudi Arabia, in Sanaa, Yemen , 19 December 2017. (more...)
President Trump Unveils 'America First' National Security Strategy
- December 20, 2017
President Trump, a commander-in-chief who occasionally directs foreign policy from his Twitter account, on Monday sought to define his overarching plan for keeping the country secure, releasing a lengthy national security strategy paper in advance of a speech distilling its "America first" theme. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
President Trump, a commander-in-chief who occasionally directs foreign policy from his Twitter account, on Monday sought to define his overarching plan for keeping the country secure, releasing a lengthy national security strategy paper in advance of a speech distilling its "America first" theme. (more...)
China calls on U.S. to promote peace ahead of Trump report
- December 20, 2017
Co-operation between China and the United States will lead to a win-win outcome for both sides, but confrontation will result in mutual losses, China says, after the U.S. This added to the concerns in Europe and the US over China's dumping price policies. Trump, according to the senior officials, is also expected to discuss threats he will deem "rogue regimes" such as North Korea, and "revisionist powers" including Russian Federation and China, who aim to change the status quo, such as ... (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Co-operation between China and the United States will lead to a win-win outcome for both sides, but confrontation will result in mutual losses, China says, after the U.S. This added to the concerns in Europe and the US over China's dumping price policies. Trump, according to the senior officials, is also expected to discuss threats he will deem "rogue regimes" such as North Korea, and "revisionist powers" including Russian Federation and China, who aim to change the status quo, such as ... (more...)
Sunny Leone to skip New Year eve show in Bengaluru
- December 20, 2017
Her announcement came a day after the organisers moved the High Court, seeking a direction to the authorities to allow the event as the Karnataka government had refused permission for it after protests by Kannada outfits. God bless and I wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year. The actress later added: "To all those who protested and to all those who supported, always remember, never allow others to speak and choose for you". (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Her announcement came a day after the organisers moved the High Court, seeking a direction to the authorities to allow the event as the Karnataka government had refused permission for it after protests by Kannada outfits. God bless and I wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year. The actress later added: "To all those who protested and to all those who supported, always remember, never allow others to speak and choose for you". (more...)
McCain says he's feeling well, vows return in January
- December 20, 2017
Now that McCain definitely won't be there, Senate Republicans still don't have to worry about passing the bill that could become President Trump's first major legislative achievement . McCain, 81, was admitted last week to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in suburban Washington to receive treatment for the "normal side effects of his ongoing cancer therapy". (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Now that McCain definitely won't be there, Senate Republicans still don't have to worry about passing the bill that could become President Trump's first major legislative achievement . McCain, 81, was admitted last week to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in suburban Washington to receive treatment for the "normal side effects of his ongoing cancer therapy". (more...)
RAF Mildenhall in lockdown
- December 20, 2017
A Pentagon spokesman in Washington said: "The security incident has been contained and a suspect has been apprehended". American service personnel "fired shots" after the man tried to enter the base, Suffolk Police said in a statement on Monday. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
A Pentagon spokesman in Washington said: "The security incident has been contained and a suspect has been apprehended". American service personnel "fired shots" after the man tried to enter the base, Suffolk Police said in a statement on Monday. (more...)
Trump blasts Federal Bureau of Investigation leadership but says he's loyal to police
- December 20, 2017
Trump's comments to reporters about the FBI probe of Clinton's email practices came as he left the White House for the speech in Quantico , Virginia, and an hour after an aide said newly revealed FBI records show there is "extreme bias" against Trump among senior leadership at the FBI. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Trump's comments to reporters about the FBI probe of Clinton's email practices came as he left the White House for the speech in Quantico , Virginia, and an hour after an aide said newly revealed FBI records show there is "extreme bias" against Trump among senior leadership at the FBI. (more...)
Oclaro Inc (NASDAQ:OCLR) Insider Sells $283421.10 in Stock
- December 20, 2017
The shares were sold at an average price of $7.45, for a total value of $37,250.00. Needham downgraded Oclaro, Inc . It has underperformed by 17.37% the S&P500. It also reduced Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) stake by 12,784 shares and now owns 194,968 shares. Identiv Inc (NASDAQ:INVE) was raised too. Examining a stock's average volume in the short, medium and long term is useful to understand trading activity and investor sentiment. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
The shares were sold at an average price of $7.45, for a total value of $37,250.00. Needham downgraded Oclaro, Inc . It has underperformed by 17.37% the S&P500. It also reduced Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) stake by 12,784 shares and now owns 194,968 shares. Identiv Inc (NASDAQ:INVE) was raised too. Examining a stock's average volume in the short, medium and long term is useful to understand trading activity and investor sentiment. (more...)
Club acid attack defendant sentenced to 25 years in jail
- December 20, 2017
He referred to the attack as a "stupid little mistake" during Tuesday's hearing. Judge Noel Lucas QC said: "It was a hollow sorry - nor for what he had done, but for the effect of his actions". "It was all blistered". She added: "Imagine that phone call was your daughter on her 22nd birthday, and you were stuck two hours away in your home town". (more...)
- December 20, 2017
He referred to the attack as a "stupid little mistake" during Tuesday's hearing. Judge Noel Lucas QC said: "It was a hollow sorry - nor for what he had done, but for the effect of his actions". "It was all blistered". She added: "Imagine that phone call was your daughter on her 22nd birthday, and you were stuck two hours away in your home town". (more...)
Titans have three players voted to Pro Bowl, plus seven alternates
- December 20, 2017
Wentz, meanwhile, was selected to his first postseason exhibition and named the NFC's starting quarterback after throwing for 3,296 yards and a franchise-record 33 touchdown passes before he suffered a torn ACL against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 14. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Wentz, meanwhile, was selected to his first postseason exhibition and named the NFC's starting quarterback after throwing for 3,296 yards and a franchise-record 33 touchdown passes before he suffered a torn ACL against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 14. (more...)
How do you feel about the FCC decision on net neutrality?
- December 20, 2017
It can be expected they'll follow up with net neutrality laws as well. "With that now gone, we're anxious about what Australian operators will see as an opportunity to change that", he said . What they will soon have is every incentive to do their own thing. They'll be joined by public interest groups , including the National Hispanic Media Coalition and Free Press. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
It can be expected they'll follow up with net neutrality laws as well. "With that now gone, we're anxious about what Australian operators will see as an opportunity to change that", he said . What they will soon have is every incentive to do their own thing. They'll be joined by public interest groups , including the National Hispanic Media Coalition and Free Press. (more...)
Key parts of plane recovered after fatal crash in SE Indiana
- December 20, 2017
As a result of the crash, three people and one dog were found dead at the scene. Firefighters were able to put those flames out. The dog was taken to the veterinarian and treated for its injuries. Autopsies will be performed on all three crash victims December 18. Investigators are still working to confirm the identity of the people on the aircraft before releasing names. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
As a result of the crash, three people and one dog were found dead at the scene. Firefighters were able to put those flames out. The dog was taken to the veterinarian and treated for its injuries. Autopsies will be performed on all three crash victims December 18. Investigators are still working to confirm the identity of the people on the aircraft before releasing names. (more...)
Devos booed at UB graduation, some turn their back
- December 20, 2017
DeVos celebrated this point during her remarks, saying the country "must admit that a one-size-fits-all approach to education, at any stage, will not work". One faculty member joined the demonstration from on stage. While some of my colleagues chose not to attend commencement out of protest of Secretary DeVos' policies, I attended the ceremony, despite my misgivings, because graduation is the most important thing that we do as college professors. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
DeVos celebrated this point during her remarks, saying the country "must admit that a one-size-fits-all approach to education, at any stage, will not work". One faculty member joined the demonstration from on stage. While some of my colleagues chose not to attend commencement out of protest of Secretary DeVos' policies, I attended the ceremony, despite my misgivings, because graduation is the most important thing that we do as college professors. (more...)
Storms, heavy rain possible next few days
- December 20, 2017
New snow accumulation of less than one inch. A gusty breeze out of the west will be around much of Wednesday and with temperatures only getting into the upper 30s, it will feel colder for sure. Temperatures may only be in the mid to low 50s by the afternoon. Ryan said Tuesday is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of 34. Dew point temperatures are near or at the air temperature in most spots, so be sure to leave some extra time before heading out to work if you see some dense fog. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
New snow accumulation of less than one inch. A gusty breeze out of the west will be around much of Wednesday and with temperatures only getting into the upper 30s, it will feel colder for sure. Temperatures may only be in the mid to low 50s by the afternoon. Ryan said Tuesday is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of 34. Dew point temperatures are near or at the air temperature in most spots, so be sure to leave some extra time before heading out to work if you see some dense fog. (more...)
Billboards, buses and camels show love for Trump in Jerusalem
- December 20, 2017
The White House press secretary, Sarah Sanders, said discussions with London about the visit were continuing. The open rift over Jerusalem followed a sharp exchange between May and Trump after the president retweeted Islamophobic videos circulated by the extreme-right Britain First group, which was banned from Twitter this week. (more...)
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- December 20, 2017
The White House press secretary, Sarah Sanders, said discussions with London about the visit were continuing. The open rift over Jerusalem followed a sharp exchange between May and Trump after the president retweeted Islamophobic videos circulated by the extreme-right Britain First group, which was banned from Twitter this week. (more...)
US Blames North Korea For 'Wannacry' Cyber Attack
- December 20, 2017
Pyongyang had always been suspected of being behind the " WannaCry " attack, which hit entities including the USA -based shipping company FedEx, Spanish telecommunications firm Telefonica, and Britain's National Health Service, which forced hospitals to cancel surgeries and divert ambulances to other facilities. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Pyongyang had always been suspected of being behind the " WannaCry " attack, which hit entities including the USA -based shipping company FedEx, Spanish telecommunications firm Telefonica, and Britain's National Health Service, which forced hospitals to cancel surgeries and divert ambulances to other facilities. (more...)
Pope's visit to Dublin to cost about €20m - Martin
- December 20, 2017
Details of Pope Francis visit to Ireland next year, which many Scottish Catholics are expected to attend, were confirmed this week with the visit which takes place between August 21 and 26. He thought that the Pope would be very interested in the work of Brother Kevin in the Capuchin Day Centre for Homeless people. "We had over one million in the Phoenix Park [for Pope John Paul II]", he said. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Details of Pope Francis visit to Ireland next year, which many Scottish Catholics are expected to attend, were confirmed this week with the visit which takes place between August 21 and 26. He thought that the Pope would be very interested in the work of Brother Kevin in the Capuchin Day Centre for Homeless people. "We had over one million in the Phoenix Park [for Pope John Paul II]", he said. (more...)
Six of nine Quetta church attack victims laid to rest
- December 20, 2017
Sarfraz Bugti, the provincial home minister, said the death toll could have been higher had the attacker managed to reach the main hall of the church, which is on one of the busiest roads in the city and near several important public buildings. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Sarfraz Bugti, the provincial home minister, said the death toll could have been higher had the attacker managed to reach the main hall of the church, which is on one of the busiest roads in the city and near several important public buildings. (more...)
Bali drug bust: Australian man faces death penalty
- December 20, 2017
Australian man Isaac Emmanuel Roberts was arrested at Ngurah Rai International Airport Bali after he arrived on a Thai Airways flight from Bangkok. In vision posted online, the man can be seen wearing an orange prison uniform with a black balaclava over his head. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Australian man Isaac Emmanuel Roberts was arrested at Ngurah Rai International Airport Bali after he arrived on a Thai Airways flight from Bangkok. In vision posted online, the man can be seen wearing an orange prison uniform with a black balaclava over his head. (more...)
Trump Unveils Security Strategy, Vows to Take Care of N. Korea Threat
- December 20, 2017
Trump didn't elaborate on what that would entail, but in past comments has repeatedly lambasted calls for diplomacy with North Korea , while threatening to "totally destroy" the country militarily. "On the surface, waves are rolling, but beneath it, there are undercurrents that are consistent", he said of Washington's policy toward North Korea. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Trump didn't elaborate on what that would entail, but in past comments has repeatedly lambasted calls for diplomacy with North Korea , while threatening to "totally destroy" the country militarily. "On the surface, waves are rolling, but beneath it, there are undercurrents that are consistent", he said of Washington's policy toward North Korea. (more...)
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