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Social justice activist Erica Garner dies following heart attack
- January 01, 2018
Al Sharpton stated . A CT scan showed that Garner, who was being treated at a hospital in Brooklyn, suffered "major brain damage from a lack of oxygen while in cardiac arrest", according to a statement posted Wednesday. Months prior, doctors discovered that Erica had an enlarged heart following the birth of her son. Mr Garner also suffered from asthma. After the grand jury's decision, the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association union released a statement from Pantaleo saying he never meant to ... (more...)
- January 01, 2018
Al Sharpton stated . A CT scan showed that Garner, who was being treated at a hospital in Brooklyn, suffered "major brain damage from a lack of oxygen while in cardiac arrest", according to a statement posted Wednesday. Months prior, doctors discovered that Erica had an enlarged heart following the birth of her son. Mr Garner also suffered from asthma. After the grand jury's decision, the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association union released a statement from Pantaleo saying he never meant to ... (more...)
Courage Polar Bear Dips in frigid waters tomorrow
- January 01, 2018
But with the extra cold temperatures this year, she expects fewer people will be courageous enough for the stunt. But it's unclear, at this point, just how many swimmers will decide to get wet. Spectators are welcome and creative costumes are encouraged. "Unfortunately due to ice conditions at Sunnyside Beach and in consideration of participant safety we have made the hard decision to cancel the Toronto Polar Bear Dip for the first time in 13 years", the page said in a statement on ... (more...)
- January 01, 2018
But with the extra cold temperatures this year, she expects fewer people will be courageous enough for the stunt. But it's unclear, at this point, just how many swimmers will decide to get wet. Spectators are welcome and creative costumes are encouraged. "Unfortunately due to ice conditions at Sunnyside Beach and in consideration of participant safety we have made the hard decision to cancel the Toronto Polar Bear Dip for the first time in 13 years", the page said in a statement on ... (more...)
China Will Actively Push Belt And Road Initiative in 2018: Xi Jinping
- January 01, 2018
China will resolutely carry out reform in 2018 as that, besides "opening-up", is the path to progress to "realise the Chinese dream", state media Xinhua quoted Xi as saying. I am aware of the people's biggest concerns, such as education, employment, income, social security, healthcare, old-age security, housing and the environment. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
China will resolutely carry out reform in 2018 as that, besides "opening-up", is the path to progress to "realise the Chinese dream", state media Xinhua quoted Xi as saying. I am aware of the people's biggest concerns, such as education, employment, income, social security, healthcare, old-age security, housing and the environment. (more...)
Six dead in Sydney seaplane tragedy
- January 01, 2018
NSW Police confirmed all six bodies had been recovered by about 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. The crash happened hours before the city's world famous New Year's Eve celebrations. The ages and identities of those aboard the plane are unknown, but an 11-year-old British boy is believed to be one of the victims. The Westpac Rescue Helicopter reported seeing debris and an oil slick, and were assisting police, NSW Ambulance and Marine Rescue NSW who all responded to the incident. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
NSW Police confirmed all six bodies had been recovered by about 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. The crash happened hours before the city's world famous New Year's Eve celebrations. The ages and identities of those aboard the plane are unknown, but an 11-year-old British boy is believed to be one of the victims. The Westpac Rescue Helicopter reported seeing debris and an oil slick, and were assisting police, NSW Ambulance and Marine Rescue NSW who all responded to the incident. (more...)
Keenan Allen scores on circus play following Melvin Gordon fumble
- January 01, 2018
The Los Angeles Chargers controlled their own playoff destiny, to a degree. The Bolts were attempting to keep their playoff hopes alive but were eliminated from postseason contention when a scenario that included a Titans victory over the Jaguars came to fruition. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
The Los Angeles Chargers controlled their own playoff destiny, to a degree. The Bolts were attempting to keep their playoff hopes alive but were eliminated from postseason contention when a scenario that included a Titans victory over the Jaguars came to fruition. (more...)
How Many Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:ABX)'s Analysts Are Bearish?
- January 01, 2018
The company has market cap of $17.10 billion. It has ranged in price between $14.34-$14.58 after having started the session at $14.54 as compared to the previous trading day's close of $14.49. Also, insider Mark Francis Hill purchased 9,453 shares of the company's stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, March 1st. The firm has "Buy" rating by Guggenheim given on Monday, April 3. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
The company has market cap of $17.10 billion. It has ranged in price between $14.34-$14.58 after having started the session at $14.54 as compared to the previous trading day's close of $14.49. Also, insider Mark Francis Hill purchased 9,453 shares of the company's stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, March 1st. The firm has "Buy" rating by Guggenheim given on Monday, April 3. (more...)
'Major' fire at Echo Arena cancels International Horse Show
- January 01, 2018
Several animals from the International Horse Show were evacuated to safety ahead of its Sunday evening session. "Due to a serious fire in a multi-storey vehicle park near to the Echo Arena, and on advice from the emergency services, the show's final session will not proceed today". (more...)
- January 01, 2018
Several animals from the International Horse Show were evacuated to safety ahead of its Sunday evening session. "Due to a serious fire in a multi-storey vehicle park near to the Echo Arena, and on advice from the emergency services, the show's final session will not proceed today". (more...)
A day after Army chief's visit, Indian soldier killed in LoC firing
- January 01, 2018
A jawan was martyred after being hit by a sniper shot fired unprovoked from across the border in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir, on Sunday. Meanwhile, figures presented in the Lok Sabha have revealed that Pakistan violated the ceasefire along the LoC in J&K 771 times, till December 10 this year, and 110 times along the International Border (IB) till November-end. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
A jawan was martyred after being hit by a sniper shot fired unprovoked from across the border in Nowshera sector of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir, on Sunday. Meanwhile, figures presented in the Lok Sabha have revealed that Pakistan violated the ceasefire along the LoC in J&K 771 times, till December 10 this year, and 110 times along the International Border (IB) till November-end. (more...)
12 killed in fiery plane crash in Costa Rica
- January 01, 2018
The light aircraft went down in the mountains of Guanacaste, northwest Costa Rica, with 10 foreigners and two crew members on board. It offered no further details of the cause or the passengers' nationalities but said the plane's two Costa Rican crew members also died in the crash. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
The light aircraft went down in the mountains of Guanacaste, northwest Costa Rica, with 10 foreigners and two crew members on board. It offered no further details of the cause or the passengers' nationalities but said the plane's two Costa Rican crew members also died in the crash. (more...)
The Addenda Capital Inc. Sells 1900 Shares of Adobe Systems Incorporated (ADBE)
- January 01, 2018
Fjarde Ap-Fonden Fourth Swedish National Pension Fund who had been investing in Adobe Sys Inc for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $86.38B market cap company. 121,969 are held by Lathrop Investment Management Corporation. Ardevora Asset Mngmt Limited Liability Partnership reported 0.78% of its portfolio in Adobe Systems Incorporated (NASDAQ:ADBE). (more...)
- January 01, 2018
Fjarde Ap-Fonden Fourth Swedish National Pension Fund who had been investing in Adobe Sys Inc for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $86.38B market cap company. 121,969 are held by Lathrop Investment Management Corporation. Ardevora Asset Mngmt Limited Liability Partnership reported 0.78% of its portfolio in Adobe Systems Incorporated (NASDAQ:ADBE). (more...)
Venezuela's Cryptocurrency Set to Avoid Financial Attacks
- January 01, 2018
With Venezuela's 30 million people suffering shortages, runaway prices and a fourth year of recession, Maduro has long blamed the USA government for an "economic war" against it. There was no immediate response from the United States. Cryptocurrencies have grabbed global attention partly because of the remarkable rise in the price of Bitcoin, making millionaires of many early investors, including some in Venezuela who used Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to shield themselves from strict ... (more...)
- January 01, 2018
With Venezuela's 30 million people suffering shortages, runaway prices and a fourth year of recession, Maduro has long blamed the USA government for an "economic war" against it. There was no immediate response from the United States. Cryptocurrencies have grabbed global attention partly because of the remarkable rise in the price of Bitcoin, making millionaires of many early investors, including some in Venezuela who used Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to shield themselves from strict ... (more...)
Pittsburgh-Area Man Arrested In Virginia For Possible Ties To ISIS
- December 31, 2017
A relative reported that after he converted to Islam, he suspected Duncan had become radicalized. The Tribune-Review reports that Duncan allegedly had contact with a foreign detained ISIS supporter who told the FBI Duncan gave her instructions on how to build homemade bombs and expressed interest in joining ISIS and conducting a terror attack in the United States. (more...)
- December 31, 2017
A relative reported that after he converted to Islam, he suspected Duncan had become radicalized. The Tribune-Review reports that Duncan allegedly had contact with a foreign detained ISIS supporter who told the FBI Duncan gave her instructions on how to build homemade bombs and expressed interest in joining ISIS and conducting a terror attack in the United States. (more...)
Obama Desperately Tries To Take Credit For Trump Boom
- January 01, 2018
Gallup's December poll found 17% of respondents named Obama the man they admired most , a dip from 22% of respondents saying the same past year. Seventeen per cent of the Americans who polled said former president Barack Obama was the man they admired most , down from 22% a year ago. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
Gallup's December poll found 17% of respondents named Obama the man they admired most , a dip from 22% of respondents saying the same past year. Seventeen per cent of the Americans who polled said former president Barack Obama was the man they admired most , down from 22% a year ago. (more...)
Two Iranian protests shot by police in third day of angry rallies
- January 01, 2018
Rouhani, who was re-elected in May on promises of boosting the economy and improving civil liberties, said people were demanding more transparency. "This person whose whole being is against the nation of Iran has no right to feel pity for the people of Iran". (more...)
- January 01, 2018
Rouhani, who was re-elected in May on promises of boosting the economy and improving civil liberties, said people were demanding more transparency. "This person whose whole being is against the nation of Iran has no right to feel pity for the people of Iran". (more...)
Years ends with extreme cold in Halton
- January 01, 2018
Extreme cold warnings are issued when very cold temperatures pose health risks, such as frost bite and hypothermia. These frigid conditions have prompted local organizations like the Salvation Army to initiate their community response and they say nobody will be turned away from their shelters. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
Extreme cold warnings are issued when very cold temperatures pose health risks, such as frost bite and hypothermia. These frigid conditions have prompted local organizations like the Salvation Army to initiate their community response and they say nobody will be turned away from their shelters. (more...)
Bitcoin price latest: Cryptocurrency value drops after South Korea announces fresh regulation
- December 31, 2017
Image of South Korean Won via CoinDesk archive . It also said it would monitor local banks and limit the funds that flow into cryptocurrency exchanges if it needs to. Rather, the South Korean government is aiming to better regulate the market. Right now, most Korean cryptocurrency exchanges require only a name and email before trading is allowed. (more...)
- December 31, 2017
Image of South Korean Won via CoinDesk archive . It also said it would monitor local banks and limit the funds that flow into cryptocurrency exchanges if it needs to. Rather, the South Korean government is aiming to better regulate the market. Right now, most Korean cryptocurrency exchanges require only a name and email before trading is allowed. (more...)
9 things that are more productive than making New Year resolutions
- December 31, 2017
That in itself should make for an interesting year, don't you think? Every year around this time, I try to avoid making a New Year's resolution. These are not goals that require a plan, they are simply things we need to do and be. If that means cancelling plans and cuddling up on the sofa with your favourite book, do it. There could be some habits you've been wanting to kick out from your life - forgetfulness, being late, being too introvert or plain lazy. (more...)
- December 31, 2017
That in itself should make for an interesting year, don't you think? Every year around this time, I try to avoid making a New Year's resolution. These are not goals that require a plan, they are simply things we need to do and be. If that means cancelling plans and cuddling up on the sofa with your favourite book, do it. There could be some habits you've been wanting to kick out from your life - forgetfulness, being late, being too introvert or plain lazy. (more...)
Season's worst fog in Delhi hits 220 flights
- December 31, 2017
According to airport officials, over 50 flights were diverted, 150 delayed and several cancelled between 7.30 a.m and 10 a.m. on all three runways. Visibility at the airport fell to as low as 50 metres on the morning of New Year's eve, with flight schedules going haywire. (more...)
- December 31, 2017
According to airport officials, over 50 flights were diverted, 150 delayed and several cancelled between 7.30 a.m and 10 a.m. on all three runways. Visibility at the airport fell to as low as 50 metres on the morning of New Year's eve, with flight schedules going haywire. (more...)
BUSTED: The FBI just got permission to search Sheriff Clarke's emails
- January 01, 2018
While the Federal Bureau of Investigation search of Clarke's emails occurred in March, the news surfaced just this weekend. Sheriff Clarke said he will not be intimidated into silence. The "tasting blood" tweet included a photoshopped image of Trump holding a wrestler labeled " CNN " who was being kicked in the face by a smiling, photoshopped Clarke. (more...)
- January 01, 2018
While the Federal Bureau of Investigation search of Clarke's emails occurred in March, the news surfaced just this weekend. Sheriff Clarke said he will not be intimidated into silence. The "tasting blood" tweet included a photoshopped image of Trump holding a wrestler labeled " CNN " who was being kicked in the face by a smiling, photoshopped Clarke. (more...)
Kabul blast kills 25 at Afghan Voice news agency, cultural center
- December 31, 2017
Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani has ordered authorities to probe the serial blasts. The attack occurred during a morning panel discussion at the center, witnesses said. At least one suicide bomber was able to sneak into the event and sit among the participants before detonating his device, Shiite leader Abdul Hussain Ramazandada said citing witnesses. (more...)
- December 31, 2017
Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani has ordered authorities to probe the serial blasts. The attack occurred during a morning panel discussion at the center, witnesses said. At least one suicide bomber was able to sneak into the event and sit among the participants before detonating his device, Shiite leader Abdul Hussain Ramazandada said citing witnesses. (more...)
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