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Burning Spider Causes Apartment Fire
- January 09, 2018
A torch lighter is similar to a cigarette lighter only it is bigger and shoots out a flame that looks similar to that of a blowtorch. The flaming arachnid scuttled onto a mattress in an upstairs bedroom, setting it abalze as well, she said. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
A torch lighter is similar to a cigarette lighter only it is bigger and shoots out a flame that looks similar to that of a blowtorch. The flaming arachnid scuttled onto a mattress in an upstairs bedroom, setting it abalze as well, she said. (more...)
Number of schools affected by storms, vandalism, says Gauteng education dept
- January 09, 2018
Speaking to News24, Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools (Fedsas) CEO Paul Colditz said Gauteng experiences the same problem every year, but added that he was hopeful that all pupils would be placed. He said it is expected that some parents will apply for the first time as schools reopen. It is very important that we urge all learners to accept their school results as is. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
Speaking to News24, Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools (Fedsas) CEO Paul Colditz said Gauteng experiences the same problem every year, but added that he was hopeful that all pupils would be placed. He said it is expected that some parents will apply for the first time as schools reopen. It is very important that we urge all learners to accept their school results as is. (more...)
Christie Says He Would Have Won GOP Nomination If Trump Hadn't Run
- January 09, 2018
Christie said it was frustrating to be praised by voters who said they were going to support then-candidate Trump. Still sore about his presidential bid, Christie also said during the interview that Trump's advisors "ill-served" the president by choosing to fire him as transition chair in November 2016. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
Christie said it was frustrating to be praised by voters who said they were going to support then-candidate Trump. Still sore about his presidential bid, Christie also said during the interview that Trump's advisors "ill-served" the president by choosing to fire him as transition chair in November 2016. (more...)
Oprah was once Trump's pick for vice president
- January 09, 2018
And her longtime partner Stedman Graham suggested on Sunday she might be up for it. "She would absolutely do it". In his words, the only question on Winfrey is whether she wants to be demoted from "Queen of the Universe to President of the United States". (more...)
- January 09, 2018
And her longtime partner Stedman Graham suggested on Sunday she might be up for it. "She would absolutely do it". In his words, the only question on Winfrey is whether she wants to be demoted from "Queen of the Universe to President of the United States". (more...)
Congresswoman Lawrence on Trump Administration Immigration Policy
- January 09, 2018
The White House says it supports a deal to keep Dreamers in the USA but only if Congress spends billions more on border security. If the funding is approved, the border wall would increase from around 654 miles to almost 1,000 miles, covering roughly half the length of the entire US-Mexico border. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
The White House says it supports a deal to keep Dreamers in the USA but only if Congress spends billions more on border security. If the funding is approved, the border wall would increase from around 654 miles to almost 1,000 miles, covering roughly half the length of the entire US-Mexico border. (more...)
Why Is China Building a Military Base in Pakistan, America's Newest Enemy?
- January 09, 2018
Beijing said it did not believe in linking countries with terrorism. "As we stressed many times, Pakistan has made important sacrifices and contributions to the global anti-terrorism cause and countries should strengthen anti-terrorism cooperation on the basis of common mutual respect instead of finger-pointing at each other", Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
Beijing said it did not believe in linking countries with terrorism. "As we stressed many times, Pakistan has made important sacrifices and contributions to the global anti-terrorism cause and countries should strengthen anti-terrorism cooperation on the basis of common mutual respect instead of finger-pointing at each other", Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said. (more...)
Media Mogul Oprah Winfrey Draws US Presidential Interest
- January 09, 2018
Singer Mariah Carey, a presenter at the Golden Globes on Sunday night, called Winfrey "an incredible role model". "I want all the girls watching here and now to know that a new day is on the horizon!" "It sounds good", Witherspoon said about the idea of President Winfrey, while her co-stars nodded in agreement. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
Singer Mariah Carey, a presenter at the Golden Globes on Sunday night, called Winfrey "an incredible role model". "I want all the girls watching here and now to know that a new day is on the horizon!" "It sounds good", Witherspoon said about the idea of President Winfrey, while her co-stars nodded in agreement. (more...)
A Small Fire Breaks Out On Roof Of Trump Tower In NYC
- January 09, 2018
One firefighter was hospitalized with nonlife-threatening injuries, while two people received minor injuries that were treated at the scene, including a building worker whose injury was initially described as serious, the Fire Department said. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
One firefighter was hospitalized with nonlife-threatening injuries, while two people received minor injuries that were treated at the scene, including a building worker whose injury was initially described as serious, the Fire Department said. (more...)
PIO Parliamentarian Conference: You have preserved Indian culture, says Narendra Modi
- January 09, 2018
This particular event is special as it includes the legislators and political leaders of Indian origin from different parts of the Indian diaspora. During the natural disaster in Nepal, flood in Sri Lanka, water problems in the Maldives, India was the first to respond. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
This particular event is special as it includes the legislators and political leaders of Indian origin from different parts of the Indian diaspora. During the natural disaster in Nepal, flood in Sri Lanka, water problems in the Maldives, India was the first to respond. (more...)
Bangladesh records lowest temperature at 2.6 degree Celsius
- January 09, 2018
In Dhaka, the capital city, the Met office says the mercury may dip below 7 degrees Celsius Monday night. The latest forecast shows Dinajpur as the coldest district: 4.8 degrees Celsius. Temperature in Nilphamari's Syedpur was second at 2.9 degrees Celsius, while it was 3 degrees Celsius in Dimla, 3.1 degrees Celsius in Kurigram's Rajarhat and 3.2 in Dinajpur. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
In Dhaka, the capital city, the Met office says the mercury may dip below 7 degrees Celsius Monday night. The latest forecast shows Dinajpur as the coldest district: 4.8 degrees Celsius. Temperature in Nilphamari's Syedpur was second at 2.9 degrees Celsius, while it was 3 degrees Celsius in Dimla, 3.1 degrees Celsius in Kurigram's Rajarhat and 3.2 in Dinajpur. (more...)
Navi Mumbai airport: Agreement signed at Mantralaya in Maha CM's presence
- January 09, 2018
Through its subsidiary, Mumbai International Airport Pvt Ltd, GVKPIL holds 74 per cent equity shares in the proposed Navi Mumbai Airport Ltd with Cidco holding the balance 26 per cent. (City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd). Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis was present while signing the agreement. The land development works in the core area of the airport have been started. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
Through its subsidiary, Mumbai International Airport Pvt Ltd, GVKPIL holds 74 per cent equity shares in the proposed Navi Mumbai Airport Ltd with Cidco holding the balance 26 per cent. (City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd). Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis was present while signing the agreement. The land development works in the core area of the airport have been started. (more...)
Iran's top diplomat: United Nations meeting on protests a U.S. 'blunder'
- January 09, 2018
Nikki Haley, the USA ambassador to the United Nations, argued the demonstrations were a human rights issue that could spiral into an worldwide problem. The UN charter empowers to the council to "investigate any dispute, or any situation which might lead to worldwide friction", she said. The Islamic State group has declared support for the anti-government protests in Iran . (more...)
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- January 09, 2018
Nikki Haley, the USA ambassador to the United Nations, argued the demonstrations were a human rights issue that could spiral into an worldwide problem. The UN charter empowers to the council to "investigate any dispute, or any situation which might lead to worldwide friction", she said. The Islamic State group has declared support for the anti-government protests in Iran . (more...)
Alabama RB Bo Scarbrough Yells 'F*ck Trump' Before National Title Game
- January 09, 2018
Trump was reportedly met with cheers when he arrived but encountered a chorus of boos following the national anthem. Alabama and Georgia players were not on the field for the Star-Spangled Banner but came out shortly after the pregame ceremonies. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
Trump was reportedly met with cheers when he arrived but encountered a chorus of boos following the national anthem. Alabama and Georgia players were not on the field for the Star-Spangled Banner but came out shortly after the pregame ceremonies. (more...)
Two robbers caught during robbery die in Karachi
- January 09, 2018
The incident took place when the robbers intercepted the man when he got out of an ATM booth after drawing cash. However, as the muggers were making their escape, Javed chased them in his vehicle and ran over them, following which the police were informed of the incident, added the officer. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
The incident took place when the robbers intercepted the man when he got out of an ATM booth after drawing cash. However, as the muggers were making their escape, Javed chased them in his vehicle and ran over them, following which the police were informed of the incident, added the officer. (more...)
Pradyuman Murder case: Gurugram court rejects bail plea or accused teenager
- January 09, 2018
A court here on Monday dismissed the bail plea of the juvenile delinquent in the murder case of a seven-year-old student of a prominent private school, and imposed Rs. The court said that according to Section 74 of the Juvenile Justice Act, the identity of children could not be disclosed, and those who do will be liable for imprisonment up to six months or fined up to Rs 2 lakh, or both. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
A court here on Monday dismissed the bail plea of the juvenile delinquent in the murder case of a seven-year-old student of a prominent private school, and imposed Rs. The court said that according to Section 74 of the Juvenile Justice Act, the identity of children could not be disclosed, and those who do will be liable for imprisonment up to six months or fined up to Rs 2 lakh, or both. (more...)
Huge relief for Indians as Trump govt drops H-1B visa proposal
- January 09, 2018
The implementation of the proposal means forced deportation of hundreds of Indian techies working in the United States (US) and waiting for permanent residency in the form of the high-valued, Green Card. The H-1B visa allows US-based companies to hire highly skilled foreign professionals. US Chamber of Commerce, a lobbying group, criticized the Trump administration's decision to put more restrictions in place for issuance of H-1B visas that enable highly-skilled foreign workers to work in ... (more...)
- January 09, 2018
The implementation of the proposal means forced deportation of hundreds of Indian techies working in the United States (US) and waiting for permanent residency in the form of the high-valued, Green Card. The H-1B visa allows US-based companies to hire highly skilled foreign professionals. US Chamber of Commerce, a lobbying group, criticized the Trump administration's decision to put more restrictions in place for issuance of H-1B visas that enable highly-skilled foreign workers to work in ... (more...)
Trump addresses internet, trade agreements in Farm Bureau speech
- January 09, 2018
President Donald Trump on Monday told farmers gathered in Tennessee that he supports crop insurance, signaling a possible shift from his proposals a year ago to shrink a program that many farmers rely on for funding their operations. "We are streamlining regulations that have blocked cutting edge biotechnology, setting free our farmers to innovate, thrive and to grow", Trump said. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
President Donald Trump on Monday told farmers gathered in Tennessee that he supports crop insurance, signaling a possible shift from his proposals a year ago to shrink a program that many farmers rely on for funding their operations. "We are streamlining regulations that have blocked cutting edge biotechnology, setting free our farmers to innovate, thrive and to grow", Trump said. (more...)
Shots fired at German-Turkish soccer player's auto
- January 09, 2018
He was not injured. Naki, who now plays for Kurdish club Amed SK in Turkey, was driving in a right-hand lane when shots from a black auto were aimed at him from his left. Naki grew up in Düren and played for the German clubs FC St. Pauli and SC Paderborn. Naki's time in youth football was spent in Germany, where he was on Bayer Leverkusen's books. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
He was not injured. Naki, who now plays for Kurdish club Amed SK in Turkey, was driving in a right-hand lane when shots from a black auto were aimed at him from his left. Naki grew up in Düren and played for the German clubs FC St. Pauli and SC Paderborn. Naki's time in youth football was spent in Germany, where he was on Bayer Leverkusen's books. (more...)
Stay away from romaine lettuce, Consumer Reports advises
- January 09, 2018
CDC have confirmed through whole genome sequencing that the E. coli O157:H7 sickening people in Canada has the same DNA fingerprint as the pathogen infecting people in the United States. The outbreak appears to be ongoing, as illnesses linked to romaine lettuce continue to be reported to the Public Health Agency of Canada. They're also in communication with Canada, which found sufficient evidence to link the outbreak to romaine lettuce but hasn't yet narrowed it to a specific farm, store ... (more...)
- January 09, 2018
CDC have confirmed through whole genome sequencing that the E. coli O157:H7 sickening people in Canada has the same DNA fingerprint as the pathogen infecting people in the United States. The outbreak appears to be ongoing, as illnesses linked to romaine lettuce continue to be reported to the Public Health Agency of Canada. They're also in communication with Canada, which found sufficient evidence to link the outbreak to romaine lettuce but hasn't yet narrowed it to a specific farm, store ... (more...)
How alligators survive the cold
- January 09, 2018
The Shallotte River Park Swamp posted a series of videos to YouTube recently to show how the reptiles survive in such cold temperatures. 'Pretty wonderful. 'No, they will not respond, ' the park said in a Facebook post. The creatures lower their body temperature and metabolism so they can survive. Most are found in the southeastern corner of the state. (more...)
- January 09, 2018
The Shallotte River Park Swamp posted a series of videos to YouTube recently to show how the reptiles survive in such cold temperatures. 'Pretty wonderful. 'No, they will not respond, ' the park said in a Facebook post. The creatures lower their body temperature and metabolism so they can survive. Most are found in the southeastern corner of the state. (more...)
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