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Upset With Portfolio Allocation, Nitin Patel Revolts Against Gujarat Cabinet
- December 30, 2017
Saurabh, the son-of-law of industry doyen Dhirubhai Ambani's elder brother Ramnik Ambani, was dropped by Rupani after he took control of the government replacing the then chief minister, Anandiben Patel. The 61-year-old Deputy Chief Minister is learnt to be feeling slighted at his boss taking away key portfolios such as finance and urban development, and replacing them with health and education, among others. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
Saurabh, the son-of-law of industry doyen Dhirubhai Ambani's elder brother Ramnik Ambani, was dropped by Rupani after he took control of the government replacing the then chief minister, Anandiben Patel. The 61-year-old Deputy Chief Minister is learnt to be feeling slighted at his boss taking away key portfolios such as finance and urban development, and replacing them with health and education, among others. (more...)
IS claims Saint Petersburg supermarket bombing
- December 30, 2017
At least 13 people were injured when a homemade bomb detonated in a branch of the Perekrestok supermarket chain on Wednesday. Russian media reports said the bomb was hidden inside a rucksack in a locker where shoppers leave their belongings and said the person who left the bomb, described as being of "non-Slavic appearance", had been caught on CCTV. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
At least 13 people were injured when a homemade bomb detonated in a branch of the Perekrestok supermarket chain on Wednesday. Russian media reports said the bomb was hidden inside a rucksack in a locker where shoppers leave their belongings and said the person who left the bomb, described as being of "non-Slavic appearance", had been caught on CCTV. (more...)
National Basketball Association apologizes after listing 'Palestine - occupied territory' on website
- December 30, 2017
Israeli sports minister Miri Regev called the Palestinian territories "an imaginary "state" in a letter to National Basketball Association president Adam Silver and the wording was not consistent with President Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as the country's capital, The Guardian reported. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
Israeli sports minister Miri Regev called the Palestinian territories "an imaginary "state" in a letter to National Basketball Association president Adam Silver and the wording was not consistent with President Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as the country's capital, The Guardian reported. (more...)
CHP Mourns Officer Killed By DUI Suspect On Christmas Eve
- December 30, 2017
They will also keep an eye out for motorists not wearing seat belts, driving while distracted or speeding. California reported 1,059 DUI deaths in that year. Fatal crashes involving drivers using drugs have increased 39 percent since 2006, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
They will also keep an eye out for motorists not wearing seat belts, driving while distracted or speeding. California reported 1,059 DUI deaths in that year. Fatal crashes involving drivers using drugs have increased 39 percent since 2006, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data. (more...)
Zimbabwe's ex-army boss sworn in as vice-president
- December 30, 2017
But he is also looking to maintain a unified ZANU-PF as the dominant political force and keep relations with its powerful military smooth in the run-up to national elections scheduled for next year. His 37-year tenure was marked by accusations of rights abuses, electoral fraud and economic ineptitude. The document says a retired president will be provided with either an official residence or a private home built on his own land not exceeding five bedrooms. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
But he is also looking to maintain a unified ZANU-PF as the dominant political force and keep relations with its powerful military smooth in the run-up to national elections scheduled for next year. His 37-year tenure was marked by accusations of rights abuses, electoral fraud and economic ineptitude. The document says a retired president will be provided with either an official residence or a private home built on his own land not exceeding five bedrooms. (more...)
Trading Watch: Following the 1.78% Price Performance for Associated Banc-Corp (ASB)
- December 30, 2017
It closed at $21 lastly. BB&T Corporation (NYSE:BBT) has risen 20.68% since December 28, 2016 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 9.03% the S&P500. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating , two have assigned a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating to the stock. Therefore 0 are positive. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
It closed at $21 lastly. BB&T Corporation (NYSE:BBT) has risen 20.68% since December 28, 2016 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 9.03% the S&P500. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating , two have assigned a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating to the stock. Therefore 0 are positive. (more...)
Archives unveil Margaret Thatcher's refusal to share flight with panda
- December 30, 2017
He suggested perhaps Ms Thatcher could boost the zoo's profile by helping take Chia-Chia to Washington for a planned romantic dalliance with one of Washington Zoo's female pandas. Files released at the National Archives in Kew , West London, detail years of attempts by the Zoo to get more money from the Government as it battled dwindling attendances and rising costs. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
He suggested perhaps Ms Thatcher could boost the zoo's profile by helping take Chia-Chia to Washington for a planned romantic dalliance with one of Washington Zoo's female pandas. Files released at the National Archives in Kew , West London, detail years of attempts by the Zoo to get more money from the Government as it battled dwindling attendances and rising costs. (more...)
Trump 'disappointed' in China over North Korea sanctions
- December 30, 2017
South Korean newspaper Chosun Ilbo, citing government sources in Seoul, reported earlier this week that United States satellites had spotted Chinese ships selling oil to North Korean vessels dozens of times since October. Resolution 2397, adopted on December 22, allows a country to seize, inspect and impound any vessel within its territorial waters that is suspected of engaging in prohibited activities with North Korea. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
South Korean newspaper Chosun Ilbo, citing government sources in Seoul, reported earlier this week that United States satellites had spotted Chinese ships selling oil to North Korean vessels dozens of times since October. Resolution 2397, adopted on December 22, allows a country to seize, inspect and impound any vessel within its territorial waters that is suspected of engaging in prohibited activities with North Korea. (more...)
Berlin New Year's Eve Safe Zone for Women Created
- December 30, 2017
BBC noted that critics of special safe zones set up for women at large public events said it was discriminatory and that avoided tackling the real issue. The involvement of the Red Cross is welcome, the spokeswoman said, since distressed women are more likely to report abuse to humanitarian workers than to police. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
BBC noted that critics of special safe zones set up for women at large public events said it was discriminatory and that avoided tackling the real issue. The involvement of the Red Cross is welcome, the spokeswoman said, since distressed women are more likely to report abuse to humanitarian workers than to police. (more...)
4 dead including shooter in Houston shooting incident
- December 30, 2017
WATCH: 3 dead in auto body shop shooting Outside the business, family members of the victims are gathering, looking for answers. The incident unfolded in a manner of minutes, police said. The identities of the victims and the shooter have not been released. "He never had any issues", Williams said. They said one of the victims had just celebrated his anniversary Thursday with his wife, who was flying from her home in Jamaica at the time and had not yet been informed of her husband's ... (more...)
- December 30, 2017
WATCH: 3 dead in auto body shop shooting Outside the business, family members of the victims are gathering, looking for answers. The incident unfolded in a manner of minutes, police said. The identities of the victims and the shooter have not been released. "He never had any issues", Williams said. They said one of the victims had just celebrated his anniversary Thursday with his wife, who was flying from her home in Jamaica at the time and had not yet been informed of her husband's ... (more...)
State Dept. Releases Huma Abedin Emails From Clinton Investigation
- December 30, 2017
Spokeswoman Jill Sutherland Farrell told Law&Crime in an email that the State Department told Judicial Watch that the 2,800 documents mentioned in the status report were found on Anthony Weiner's computer. Weiner was forced to resign from Congress for accidentally posting an inappropriate image of himself to Twitter in 2011. Abedin was an aide and confidant of Hillary Clinton who has been described as a second daughter to the former first lady. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
Spokeswoman Jill Sutherland Farrell told Law&Crime in an email that the State Department told Judicial Watch that the 2,800 documents mentioned in the status report were found on Anthony Weiner's computer. Weiner was forced to resign from Congress for accidentally posting an inappropriate image of himself to Twitter in 2011. Abedin was an aide and confidant of Hillary Clinton who has been described as a second daughter to the former first lady. (more...)
Western Digital (WDC) Updates FY18 Earnings Guidance
- December 30, 2017
The stock increased 0.71% or $3.66 during the last trading session, reaching $517.98. About 819,989 shares traded. Cheniere Energy, Inc. (NYSEMKT:LNG) has risen 51.31% since December 29, 2016 and is uptrending. Investors of record on Friday, December 29th will be given a dividend of $0.50 per share. Quantres Asset Limited, Cayman Islands-based fund reported 4,400 shares. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
The stock increased 0.71% or $3.66 during the last trading session, reaching $517.98. About 819,989 shares traded. Cheniere Energy, Inc. (NYSEMKT:LNG) has risen 51.31% since December 29, 2016 and is uptrending. Investors of record on Friday, December 29th will be given a dividend of $0.50 per share. Quantres Asset Limited, Cayman Islands-based fund reported 4,400 shares. (more...)
India fumes over picture of Palestine's Pakistan envoy with Hafiz Saeed
- December 30, 2017
Pictures of the Palestinian ambassador to Pakistan, Waleed Abu Ali circulated on social media after he reportedly attended a rally organized by the Difah-e-Pakistan Council in Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi . The reports of a Palestinian envoy sharing stage with a known terrorist came as a surprise to many as India had just a week ago joined 127 other countries to vote against United States decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital, a move seen as in favour of Palestinian sentiments. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
Pictures of the Palestinian ambassador to Pakistan, Waleed Abu Ali circulated on social media after he reportedly attended a rally organized by the Difah-e-Pakistan Council in Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi . The reports of a Palestinian envoy sharing stage with a known terrorist came as a surprise to many as India had just a week ago joined 127 other countries to vote against United States decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital, a move seen as in favour of Palestinian sentiments. (more...)
Meghan Markle's Sister Hits Back at Prince Harry's Family Remark
- December 30, 2017
They insist she must not get an official title when she marries Prince Harry . Speaking to presenter Sarah Montague, he said: "No look, she's done an absolutely fantastic job". "My nails will be fine, and if I toss out a four letter word once in a blue moon, well frankly I think it adds character", she admitted. Grant and Markle have reportedly been estranged since 2008. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
They insist she must not get an official title when she marries Prince Harry . Speaking to presenter Sarah Montague, he said: "No look, she's done an absolutely fantastic job". "My nails will be fine, and if I toss out a four letter word once in a blue moon, well frankly I think it adds character", she admitted. Grant and Markle have reportedly been estranged since 2008. (more...)
Virginia GOP pushes to declare winner in disputed House race
- December 30, 2017
But Democrats showed no signs of backing down - even as Republicans said their time could run out to have a say on the House speakership and rules even if Simonds ultimately prevails. Republican leaders in the state also rebuked Simonds' legal challenge, arguing that Democrats are trying to delay the outcome while accusing them of deliberately trying to make it hard for the House to get down to business in the new year. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
But Democrats showed no signs of backing down - even as Republicans said their time could run out to have a say on the House speakership and rules even if Simonds ultimately prevails. Republican leaders in the state also rebuked Simonds' legal challenge, arguing that Democrats are trying to delay the outcome while accusing them of deliberately trying to make it hard for the House to get down to business in the new year. (more...)
Bitter cold and light wintry mix arrive to close out 2017
- December 30, 2017
Forecasters are calling for a slightly colder than usual winter this year, thanks to La Nina, which is bringing colder waters to the Pacific region. The Arctic blast crashing down from the north will send temperatures lower then first forecast earlier in the week. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
Forecasters are calling for a slightly colder than usual winter this year, thanks to La Nina, which is bringing colder waters to the Pacific region. The Arctic blast crashing down from the north will send temperatures lower then first forecast earlier in the week. (more...)
No DACA fix without border wall, US President Donald Trump tells Democrats
- December 30, 2017
It was not immediately clear if Trump's intervention would derail attempts to find a compromise on the issue, or on the negotiations over government funding. Trump campaigned for president on a hardline immigration platform. Democrats are, however, under increasing pressure to pass legislation that would permanently shield Dreamers from deportation. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
It was not immediately clear if Trump's intervention would derail attempts to find a compromise on the issue, or on the negotiations over government funding. Trump campaigned for president on a hardline immigration platform. Democrats are, however, under increasing pressure to pass legislation that would permanently shield Dreamers from deportation. (more...)
China Caught Illegally Selling Oil To North Korea By US Satellites
- December 30, 2017
Trump wrote on his social account. South Korean newspaper Chosun Ilbo , citing government sources in Seoul , reported earlier this week that USA satellites had spotted Chinese ships selling oil to North Korean vessels at sea dozens of times since October. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
Trump wrote on his social account. South Korean newspaper Chosun Ilbo , citing government sources in Seoul , reported earlier this week that USA satellites had spotted Chinese ships selling oil to North Korean vessels at sea dozens of times since October. (more...)
PM Narendra Modi appeals for consensus on triple talaq bill
- December 30, 2017
Trinamool Congress is opposed to the bill and did not participate in the Lok Sabha debate. In an exclusive interview with India Today on Friday, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen president said, "The scene in the Lok Sabha was like December 6 (1992)". (more...)
- December 30, 2017
Trinamool Congress is opposed to the bill and did not participate in the Lok Sabha debate. In an exclusive interview with India Today on Friday, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen president said, "The scene in the Lok Sabha was like December 6 (1992)". (more...)
Former President Barack Obama Praises Eagles' Chris Long for His Donations
- December 30, 2017
One of the stories detailed how a Houston couple used their postponed wedding as an opportunity to aid Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. With the help of other volunteers, Creech created Recovery Houston , a group that cleaned up more than 200 homes and connected people from around the U.S.in the recovery efforts. (more...)
- December 30, 2017
One of the stories detailed how a Houston couple used their postponed wedding as an opportunity to aid Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. With the help of other volunteers, Creech created Recovery Houston , a group that cleaned up more than 200 homes and connected people from around the U.S.in the recovery efforts. (more...)
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