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Man kills class 11 student outside school in MP
- February 23, 2018
According to an eyewitness, the victim was attacked by the unknown assailant minutes after she stepped out of the school on Thursday. "I saw a girl outside and a man walking behind her outside the school and thought they were family". "We have recovered the body, her dupatta, slippers and a bicycle". A senior officer said, an empty can and bundel of matchsticks was found on the spot. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
According to an eyewitness, the victim was attacked by the unknown assailant minutes after she stepped out of the school on Thursday. "I saw a girl outside and a man walking behind her outside the school and thought they were family". "We have recovered the body, her dupatta, slippers and a bicycle". A senior officer said, an empty can and bundel of matchsticks was found on the spot. (more...)
NRA's LaPierre: Why Are NBA Stars Better Protected than Our Children?
- February 23, 2018
Ahead of LaPierre's speech, though, Trump also tweeted his support for the leadership of the organization, including LaPierre and NRA chief lobbyist Chris Cox. Bernie Sanders, California Democratic Sens. It's the largest, most powerful gun lobby in the U.S. National conversations about restricting gun rights often inspire a strong response from the group. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Ahead of LaPierre's speech, though, Trump also tweeted his support for the leadership of the organization, including LaPierre and NRA chief lobbyist Chris Cox. Bernie Sanders, California Democratic Sens. It's the largest, most powerful gun lobby in the U.S. National conversations about restricting gun rights often inspire a strong response from the group. (more...)
Parkland students demand gun law change at huge rally at state Capitol
- February 23, 2018
Elisabeth Middleton, an adolescent psychologist in Austin, Texas, who is on the board of the Texas Psychological Association, said there are obvious psychological downsides to exposing youngsters to this. It's incontrovertible that someone armed with an assault weapon can kill far more people at once than any knife or auto could. He said he would endorse strengthening background checks, banning "bump stock" style devices and raising the minimum age to 21 for buying certain rifles. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Elisabeth Middleton, an adolescent psychologist in Austin, Texas, who is on the board of the Texas Psychological Association, said there are obvious psychological downsides to exposing youngsters to this. It's incontrovertible that someone armed with an assault weapon can kill far more people at once than any knife or auto could. He said he would endorse strengthening background checks, banning "bump stock" style devices and raising the minimum age to 21 for buying certain rifles. (more...)
Tim McGraw 'Deeply Moved' By Stoneman Douglas Student Gun Control Activists
- February 23, 2018
The Broward County Public Defender's Office filed a motion with the court on Tuesday to determine whether 19-year-old Nikolas Cruz was indigent and eligible for a taxpayer-funded defense. "It's quite interesting that the children survivors haven't even buried their friends, grieve, get over shock but have had the time to plan for a march, come up with a creative hashtag, get their story to all media outlets all in such a short amount time". (more...)
- February 23, 2018
The Broward County Public Defender's Office filed a motion with the court on Tuesday to determine whether 19-year-old Nikolas Cruz was indigent and eligible for a taxpayer-funded defense. "It's quite interesting that the children survivors haven't even buried their friends, grieve, get over shock but have had the time to plan for a march, come up with a creative hashtag, get their story to all media outlets all in such a short amount time". (more...)
North Korea calls United Nations chief 'henchman' of the US
- February 23, 2018
The Trump administration has launched new sanctions against 50 vessels, shipping companies, and trade businesses in the latest bid to ratchet up pressure on North Korea over its nuclear program. "This is nothing but an absurd sophistry inappropriate to his duty as secretary-general of the United Nations and only make us to think whether he is a kind of henchman who is representing the United States", said the North Korean mission in a statement. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
The Trump administration has launched new sanctions against 50 vessels, shipping companies, and trade businesses in the latest bid to ratchet up pressure on North Korea over its nuclear program. "This is nothing but an absurd sophistry inappropriate to his duty as secretary-general of the United Nations and only make us to think whether he is a kind of henchman who is representing the United States", said the North Korean mission in a statement. (more...)
Air strikes again hit Syria's Ghouta, UN considers ceasefire resolution
- February 23, 2018
Iran , Turkey, Russia , the U.S., the militant group Hezbollah and Persian Gulf nations are among the entities on the ground, either with their own forces or through proxies. "Nothing can justify the barbaric bombardment we've seen in recent days, or the blocking of humanitarian aid, or the denial of medical evacuations", Hickey said . (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Iran , Turkey, Russia , the U.S., the militant group Hezbollah and Persian Gulf nations are among the entities on the ground, either with their own forces or through proxies. "Nothing can justify the barbaric bombardment we've seen in recent days, or the blocking of humanitarian aid, or the denial of medical evacuations", Hickey said . (more...)
No Survivors In Carroll County Plane Crash
- February 23, 2018
The plane took off from Eagle Creek Airpark in IN just before 7:30 p.m CST (8:20 p.m. EST). The preliminary investigation shows that the aircraft was a Cessna 441 Conquest Turboprop, which has a maximum capacity of 10. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
The plane took off from Eagle Creek Airpark in IN just before 7:30 p.m CST (8:20 p.m. EST). The preliminary investigation shows that the aircraft was a Cessna 441 Conquest Turboprop, which has a maximum capacity of 10. (more...)
Winter Storm Watch Issued
- February 23, 2018
A winter weather advisory goes until 4 a.m. Friday . "Roads are expected to be snow-covered and slippery", Crow Wing County Highway Department stated on its Twitter account. The National Weather Service in Boise has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the western part of the Magic Valley and Camas Prairie for Saturday morning. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
A winter weather advisory goes until 4 a.m. Friday . "Roads are expected to be snow-covered and slippery", Crow Wing County Highway Department stated on its Twitter account. The National Weather Service in Boise has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the western part of the Magic Valley and Camas Prairie for Saturday morning. (more...)
Former Top Nassau County Official Charged With Lying and Obstruction
- February 23, 2018
Former Assemblyman Rob Walker was charged with obstruction of justice and making false statements. Rob Walker, former chief deputy to Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano, arrives at federal court in Central Islip on February 22, 2018. Sweeney, Jr., Assistant Director-in-Charge, of the FBI's NY office. Walker raised prodigious amounts for his GOP club while he oversaw millions in county contracts, and all we know are the murky details of him allegedly taking $5,000 stuffed in an envelope ... (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Former Assemblyman Rob Walker was charged with obstruction of justice and making false statements. Rob Walker, former chief deputy to Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano, arrives at federal court in Central Islip on February 22, 2018. Sweeney, Jr., Assistant Director-in-Charge, of the FBI's NY office. Walker raised prodigious amounts for his GOP club while he oversaw millions in county contracts, and all we know are the murky details of him allegedly taking $5,000 stuffed in an envelope ... (more...)
United Nations calls for calm after 'violent' refugee protest in Rwanda
- February 23, 2018
The refugees' claims have been heard by government partners and a solution would be found through "negotiation, not though violent protests", said the official. "The number of deaths caused by acute diarrhoea is 26 over the period from 15 to 18 February", said Duniya Aslam Khan, spokeswoman in Uganda for the United Nations refugee agency (UNHCR). (more...)
- February 23, 2018
The refugees' claims have been heard by government partners and a solution would be found through "negotiation, not though violent protests", said the official. "The number of deaths caused by acute diarrhoea is 26 over the period from 15 to 18 February", said Duniya Aslam Khan, spokeswoman in Uganda for the United Nations refugee agency (UNHCR). (more...)
Scattered showers today; heavy rain Sunday — FIRST ALERT FORECAST
- February 23, 2018
Some morning fog is possible. Environment Canada is calling for a risk of freezing rain in York Region overnight February 23 with a risk of freezing rain early in the morning. Tomorrow: Temperatures will reach a high in the mid-40's tomorrow , and we will have rain chances in the morning. The forecast low is 30. This southerly wind flow remains with us into Sunday continuing to raise our high temperatures. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Some morning fog is possible. Environment Canada is calling for a risk of freezing rain in York Region overnight February 23 with a risk of freezing rain early in the morning. Tomorrow: Temperatures will reach a high in the mid-40's tomorrow , and we will have rain chances in the morning. The forecast low is 30. This southerly wind flow remains with us into Sunday continuing to raise our high temperatures. (more...)
China sees robust consumption during Spring Festival holiday
- February 23, 2018
The tourism industry garnered 475 billion yuan (about 75 billion USA dollars) in revenue, up 12.6 percent from last year's holiday, according to the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA). About 2.98 billion trips were expected to be made between February 1 and March 12, basically the same figure as previous year, according to estimates by the National Development and Reform Commission, China's top economic planner. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
The tourism industry garnered 475 billion yuan (about 75 billion USA dollars) in revenue, up 12.6 percent from last year's holiday, according to the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA). About 2.98 billion trips were expected to be made between February 1 and March 12, basically the same figure as previous year, according to estimates by the National Development and Reform Commission, China's top economic planner. (more...)
Local educator reacts to Trump saying some teachers should be armed
- February 23, 2018
While trade may be good for America, it hasn't necessarily helped all Americans, the White House Council of Economic Advisers said February 21 in its annual economic report to the president. The President also called for more mental institutions and hospitals in addition to the idea of arming teachers. "We need to be preparing our lessons, not learning how to reload a gun". (more...)
- February 23, 2018
While trade may be good for America, it hasn't necessarily helped all Americans, the White House Council of Economic Advisers said February 21 in its annual economic report to the president. The President also called for more mental institutions and hospitals in addition to the idea of arming teachers. "We need to be preparing our lessons, not learning how to reload a gun". (more...)
Trump doubles down on arming teachers, administrators
- February 23, 2018
During a roundtable discussion about rethinking gun control and school safety, Trump doubled down on his proposal, and offered bonuses for gun-carrying teachers, should they be willing to accept the responsibility. Arming about 20 percent of teachers adds up to about 700,000 people. Trump on Thursday endorsed raising the age of purchase for semi-automatic rifles and predicted that the National Rifle Association would also back that change (it did not). (more...)
- February 23, 2018
During a roundtable discussion about rethinking gun control and school safety, Trump doubled down on his proposal, and offered bonuses for gun-carrying teachers, should they be willing to accept the responsibility. Arming about 20 percent of teachers adds up to about 700,000 people. Trump on Thursday endorsed raising the age of purchase for semi-automatic rifles and predicted that the National Rifle Association would also back that change (it did not). (more...)
Railway Jobs 2018: Major Changes in Eligibility Criteria, Exam Norms
- February 23, 2018
The recruitment drive is open for candidates who have passed Class 10. Goyal admitted that the candidates did not get enough time to know the change in the criteria. Therefore, Railways has made a decision to keep the minimum qualification for the exam only Class 10th. The ministry had earlier also relaxed the age criteria for applicants by extending it by two years across all categories. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
The recruitment drive is open for candidates who have passed Class 10. Goyal admitted that the candidates did not get enough time to know the change in the criteria. Therefore, Railways has made a decision to keep the minimum qualification for the exam only Class 10th. The ministry had earlier also relaxed the age criteria for applicants by extending it by two years across all categories. (more...)
(MCD) Shares Bought by Nisa Investment Advisors LLC
- February 23, 2018
To cut down amount of noise on price chart, shares of firm has 20 days moving average price of -5.18% from last close price of 158.64 and act as support or resistance of price limit. Cowen & Co maintained McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) on Monday, April 25 with "Market Perform" rating. They expect $1.68 EPS, up 14.29% or $0.21 from last year's $1.47 per share. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
To cut down amount of noise on price chart, shares of firm has 20 days moving average price of -5.18% from last close price of 158.64 and act as support or resistance of price limit. Cowen & Co maintained McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) on Monday, April 25 with "Market Perform" rating. They expect $1.68 EPS, up 14.29% or $0.21 from last year's $1.47 per share. (more...)
Aoun reiterates Lebanon's support for Iraq's unity
- February 23, 2018
Aoun briefed Sargsyan on the challenges that emerged in Lebanon with the war in Syria, including threats of terrorist organizations. Ara Babloyan emphasized the necessity of strengthening of the Armenian-Lebanese inter-parliamentary relations and the cooperation of the Parliamentary Friendship Groups. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Aoun briefed Sargsyan on the challenges that emerged in Lebanon with the war in Syria, including threats of terrorist organizations. Ara Babloyan emphasized the necessity of strengthening of the Armenian-Lebanese inter-parliamentary relations and the cooperation of the Parliamentary Friendship Groups. (more...)
Labourer martyred in India's unprovoked firing at LoC
- February 23, 2018
Earlier, Indian forces targeted a van , carrying school children in Battal sector, in violation of Geneva Convention and ceasefire understanding.The van driver embraced Shahadat, Inter Services Public Relations Director General Major General Asif Ghafoor said in a tweet. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Earlier, Indian forces targeted a van , carrying school children in Battal sector, in violation of Geneva Convention and ceasefire understanding.The van driver embraced Shahadat, Inter Services Public Relations Director General Major General Asif Ghafoor said in a tweet. (more...)
Gilbert students walk out in memory of Parkland shooting
- February 23, 2018
Survivors of the shooting have pressed Florida lawmakers to change gun laws. There is also a walkout planned for April 20, the anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting. Hundreds of students from at least five Minneapolis schools took to the streets around noontime, marched for five miles along Nicollet Avenue and demonstrated before Minneapolis City Hall. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Survivors of the shooting have pressed Florida lawmakers to change gun laws. There is also a walkout planned for April 20, the anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting. Hundreds of students from at least five Minneapolis schools took to the streets around noontime, marched for five miles along Nicollet Avenue and demonstrated before Minneapolis City Hall. (more...)
Work On Afghanistan Section Launched — TAPI Gas Pipeline
- February 23, 2018
Turkmenistan now supplies neighboring Afghanistan with electricity. "It will help our economy and create thousands of jobs". The grand inaugural ceremony would be preceded by a Steering Committee meeting of the project's participating countries - Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan and India - at Mary City in Turkmenistan. (more...)
- February 23, 2018
Turkmenistan now supplies neighboring Afghanistan with electricity. "It will help our economy and create thousands of jobs". The grand inaugural ceremony would be preceded by a Steering Committee meeting of the project's participating countries - Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan and India - at Mary City in Turkmenistan. (more...)
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