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Russian Federation reinstated as Olympic country
- March 02, 2018
But the IOC said Wednesday that all remaining test results were negative, clearing the path for Russia's return to the Olympic fold. The IOC confirmed the suspension had been lifted in a brief statement . So was bobsledder and "I don't do doping" t-shirt wearer Nadezhda Sergeeva. The doping scheme has now overshadowed no fewer than three Olympic Games. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
But the IOC said Wednesday that all remaining test results were negative, clearing the path for Russia's return to the Olympic fold. The IOC confirmed the suspension had been lifted in a brief statement . So was bobsledder and "I don't do doping" t-shirt wearer Nadezhda Sergeeva. The doping scheme has now overshadowed no fewer than three Olympic Games. (more...)
Jolt to Bihar Congress, four MLCs join JD-U
- March 02, 2018
Rashid reportedly accepted their request. Chowdhary and others were inducted into the JD-U during a meeting with Kumar at his residence in Patna on Thursday. At least 18 MLAs will have to come together to engineer a split in the Congress legislature party in the assembly without inviting disqualification as per anti-defection laws. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Rashid reportedly accepted their request. Chowdhary and others were inducted into the JD-U during a meeting with Kumar at his residence in Patna on Thursday. At least 18 MLAs will have to come together to engineer a split in the Congress legislature party in the assembly without inviting disqualification as per anti-defection laws. (more...)
Health warning over rockmelon listeria outbreak
- March 02, 2018
Listeria is particularly unsafe in the elderly, sick people, pregnant women and unborn children - in these groups, listeriosis (the sickness caused by listeria) can be life threatening. Listeria starts with flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, muscle aches, nausea and sometimes diarrhoea. NSW Health's communicable diseases director Dr Vicky Sheppeard said last week in a statement the disease is caused by eating food contaminated with a bacterium called Listeria monocytogenes, which ... (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Listeria is particularly unsafe in the elderly, sick people, pregnant women and unborn children - in these groups, listeriosis (the sickness caused by listeria) can be life threatening. Listeria starts with flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, muscle aches, nausea and sometimes diarrhoea. NSW Health's communicable diseases director Dr Vicky Sheppeard said last week in a statement the disease is caused by eating food contaminated with a bacterium called Listeria monocytogenes, which ... (more...)
WH communications director Hope Hicks to resign
- March 02, 2018
When now Washington Post reporter Josh Dawsey was working at Politico , he and fellow reporter Alex Isenstadt were invited by Hicks to interview Trump in April for a feature on his first 100 days in office. (Reuters/Yuri Gripas) Hicks attends an official dinner thrown by Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo on November 6, 2017. She was the point person for many of Trump's interviews during the campaign. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
When now Washington Post reporter Josh Dawsey was working at Politico , he and fellow reporter Alex Isenstadt were invited by Hicks to interview Trump in April for a feature on his first 100 days in office. (Reuters/Yuri Gripas) Hicks attends an official dinner thrown by Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo on November 6, 2017. She was the point person for many of Trump's interviews during the campaign. (more...)
Kevin Pietersen says 'No' to playing PSL 2018 matches in Pakistan
- March 02, 2018
Pakistan Television's Sports channel, PTV Sports will live telecast the match. With Prime TV as PSL's United Kingdom partner, their official website will be providing full match coverage, regular match highlights and interviews. Batting first Islamabad United scored 134 runs for seven wickets. Defending Champion Peshawar Zalmi will face Quetta Gladiators at 9:00 PM Pakistan Time. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Pakistan Television's Sports channel, PTV Sports will live telecast the match. With Prime TV as PSL's United Kingdom partner, their official website will be providing full match coverage, regular match highlights and interviews. Batting first Islamabad United scored 134 runs for seven wickets. Defending Champion Peshawar Zalmi will face Quetta Gladiators at 9:00 PM Pakistan Time. (more...)
Gun range billboard vandalized with "shoot a school kid" message
- March 02, 2018
A guerrilla art collective has hijacked a Las Vegas billboard advertising a gun range in protest over America's "obsession with gun culture". The sign also said, "Defend Lives Reform Laws". In addition, the group vandalized a billboard that was promoting a fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Conor McGregor. In 2012 it grabbed headlines with its Dying for Work stunt in which dummies were hung from a billboard to protest unemployment and Wall Street excess. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
A guerrilla art collective has hijacked a Las Vegas billboard advertising a gun range in protest over America's "obsession with gun culture". The sign also said, "Defend Lives Reform Laws". In addition, the group vandalized a billboard that was promoting a fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Conor McGregor. In 2012 it grabbed headlines with its Dying for Work stunt in which dummies were hung from a billboard to protest unemployment and Wall Street excess. (more...)
Senate Intel Committee Finds House Intel GOPers Leaked Warner Texts
- March 02, 2018
Devin Nunes (R-Calif.). Despite Trump's assertion that the messages prove "Warner did not want a "paper trail" on a "private" meeting (in London) he requested with Steele of fraudulent Dossier fame", Senate Intelligence Committee member Sen. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Devin Nunes (R-Calif.). Despite Trump's assertion that the messages prove "Warner did not want a "paper trail" on a "private" meeting (in London) he requested with Steele of fraudulent Dossier fame", Senate Intelligence Committee member Sen. (more...)
Finisar Corporation (FNSR) receives consensus rating of 2.10
- March 02, 2018
The stock of Finisar Corporation (NASDAQ: FNSR ) has "Buy" rating given on Monday, August 28 by Northland Capital. (FNSR)'s stock declined 30.13%. Finisar (NASDAQ:FNSR) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, December 7th. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
The stock of Finisar Corporation (NASDAQ: FNSR ) has "Buy" rating given on Monday, August 28 by Northland Capital. (FNSR)'s stock declined 30.13%. Finisar (NASDAQ:FNSR) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, December 7th. (more...)
New Atlanta transit bill passes House on crossover day, moves to Senate
- March 02, 2018
Senators also approved related legislation , Senate Bill 460 , which would allow MARTA to contract with governments outside its current service area to provide transit services. Senate Bill 426, or the Broadband Infrastructure Leads to Development (BILD) Act, streamlines the permitting and deployment of a new wireless technology known as 5g - or small cell broadband - for private companies wishing to utilize public rights of way. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Senators also approved related legislation , Senate Bill 460 , which would allow MARTA to contract with governments outside its current service area to provide transit services. Senate Bill 426, or the Broadband Infrastructure Leads to Development (BILD) Act, streamlines the permitting and deployment of a new wireless technology known as 5g - or small cell broadband - for private companies wishing to utilize public rights of way. (more...)
US leaders praise Rev. Billy Graham at US Capitol ceremony
- March 02, 2018
The one-time backwoods minister, who rose to become a spiritual advisor to several U.S. presidents and millions of Christian faithful via their television sets, died last week at age 99. It is an imposing environment. As President Trump left the Rotunda he took a moment to touch Graham's casket. The practice is similar to government or military officials lying in state, but is used for private citizens. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
The one-time backwoods minister, who rose to become a spiritual advisor to several U.S. presidents and millions of Christian faithful via their television sets, died last week at age 99. It is an imposing environment. As President Trump left the Rotunda he took a moment to touch Graham's casket. The practice is similar to government or military officials lying in state, but is used for private citizens. (more...)
US Supreme Court puts off DACA decision - for now
- March 02, 2018
However, efforts to address the issue in Congress have hit an impasse. To be eligible for DACA young people had to have arrived in the U.S. before age 16 and have lived here since June of 2007. The Justice Department had sought to leap-frog the USA appeals courts in California and NY. Meanwhile, advocates on both sides of the issue continued to press Congress to deal with the issue legislatively. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
However, efforts to address the issue in Congress have hit an impasse. To be eligible for DACA young people had to have arrived in the U.S. before age 16 and have lived here since June of 2007. The Justice Department had sought to leap-frog the USA appeals courts in California and NY. Meanwhile, advocates on both sides of the issue continued to press Congress to deal with the issue legislatively. (more...)
US Auto Negotiator Is Said to Be Called Back From Nafta Talks
- March 02, 2018
Smith: With negotiations underway, Salmonsen says it is important to remember that NAFTA is paramount to the success of not only USA agriculture, but other industries and future trade partnerships. On average, 62 percent of US agricultural exports are delivered to China, NAFTA, CPTPP and South Korea. It reflects where shipments are consolidated, and not necessarily where a commodity is produced, but can illustrate the importance of China, NAFTA, CPTPP and South Korea on USA agricultural ... (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Smith: With negotiations underway, Salmonsen says it is important to remember that NAFTA is paramount to the success of not only USA agriculture, but other industries and future trade partnerships. On average, 62 percent of US agricultural exports are delivered to China, NAFTA, CPTPP and South Korea. It reflects where shipments are consolidated, and not necessarily where a commodity is produced, but can illustrate the importance of China, NAFTA, CPTPP and South Korea on USA agricultural ... (more...)
Federal Judge Who Was Disparaged By Trump Greenlights Border Wall Project
- March 02, 2018
In his 101-page ruling, the judge said his decision "cannot and does not consider whether the underlying decisions to construct the border barriers are politically wise or prudent". President George W. Bush's administration issued the previous five waivers, allowing the government to quickly extend barriers to about one-third of the border. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
In his 101-page ruling, the judge said his decision "cannot and does not consider whether the underlying decisions to construct the border barriers are politically wise or prudent". President George W. Bush's administration issued the previous five waivers, allowing the government to quickly extend barriers to about one-third of the border. (more...)
Tripura awaits election results as exit polls fail to give clear picture
- March 02, 2018
The AxisMyIndia poll predicts 44-50 seats for the BJP-IPFT with a vote share of 49% while others may get 0-3 seats with a vote share of 11%. The C-Voter exit poll, on the other hand, believes that it will be a close fight between the left and the BJP , where the former is excepted to win 26-34, while the latter and it's allies are excepted to rake up 24-32. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
The AxisMyIndia poll predicts 44-50 seats for the BJP-IPFT with a vote share of 49% while others may get 0-3 seats with a vote share of 11%. The C-Voter exit poll, on the other hand, believes that it will be a close fight between the left and the BJP , where the former is excepted to win 26-34, while the latter and it's allies are excepted to rake up 24-32. (more...)
Egyptian prosecutors promise to take action on 'false news'
- March 02, 2018
Ibrahim denied that she had ever been forcibly disappeared in the past, and contradicted her mother's testimony of enduring torture during her imprisonment. The announcement was released the day after the press office of the Egyptian government called for a boycott of the BBC , not granting interviews with its journalists, until the British public broadcaster withdraws a report on alleged systematic repression in Egypt. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Ibrahim denied that she had ever been forcibly disappeared in the past, and contradicted her mother's testimony of enduring torture during her imprisonment. The announcement was released the day after the press office of the Egyptian government called for a boycott of the BBC , not granting interviews with its journalists, until the British public broadcaster withdraws a report on alleged systematic repression in Egypt. (more...)
England, Scotland will not face action over Six Nations pre-match scuffle
- March 02, 2018
England travel to France for their next clash on March 10 when Scotland visit Ireland . Following their defeat in Cardiff, there was doubt over whether Scotland could produce their best rugby in high-pressure matches, but they disproved that against England and must now put an end to a dismal away record in the competition which boasts just six wins since it was expanded in 2000. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
England travel to France for their next clash on March 10 when Scotland visit Ireland . Following their defeat in Cardiff, there was doubt over whether Scotland could produce their best rugby in high-pressure matches, but they disproved that against England and must now put an end to a dismal away record in the competition which boasts just six wins since it was expanded in 2000. (more...)
Activities scheduled for Severe Weather Awareness Week
- March 02, 2018
Please note: sirens and alerts WILL sound even though there is NO tornado threat . "Each year we face the dangers of severe weather in many forms; from severe storms that create tornadoes and straight-line winds, to deadly lightning, flooding and severe winter storms". (more...)
- March 02, 2018
Please note: sirens and alerts WILL sound even though there is NO tornado threat . "Each year we face the dangers of severe weather in many forms; from severe storms that create tornadoes and straight-line winds, to deadly lightning, flooding and severe winter storms". (more...)
Arab Quartet responds to Qatar's remarks at the UN Human Rights Council
- March 02, 2018
In June 2017, Bahrain, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE severed diplomatic and transport ties with Qatar, accusing the country of supporting terrorist organisations, which Doha has denied. "The four countries would like to confirm Qatar's role in supporting extremist and terrorist ideologies and spreading the message of hatred and incitement of violence through the media". (more...)
- March 02, 2018
In June 2017, Bahrain, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE severed diplomatic and transport ties with Qatar, accusing the country of supporting terrorist organisations, which Doha has denied. "The four countries would like to confirm Qatar's role in supporting extremist and terrorist ideologies and spreading the message of hatred and incitement of violence through the media". (more...)
Banco Santander Brasil (BSBR) Lowered to Hold at ValuEngine
- March 02, 2018
The stock has a market capitalization of $43,566.47, a P/E ratio of 21.02, a PEG ratio of 1.17 and a beta of 1.66. The RSI oscillates between zero and 100. The high and low revenue estimates for the current quarter are $50.43 Billion and $50.43 Billion, respectively. The company's forward price to earnings ratio for next fiscal year is 0. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
The stock has a market capitalization of $43,566.47, a P/E ratio of 21.02, a PEG ratio of 1.17 and a beta of 1.66. The RSI oscillates between zero and 100. The high and low revenue estimates for the current quarter are $50.43 Billion and $50.43 Billion, respectively. The company's forward price to earnings ratio for next fiscal year is 0. (more...)
H&E Equipment Services' (HEES) "Sell" Rating Reiterated at UBS Group
- March 02, 2018
It has a 13.02 P/E ratio. Guggenheim Ltd Liability Co holds 0.01% in H&E Equipment Services , Inc. It opened the session with a $12.5 price tag, later ranging from $12.29 to $12.62, the range at which the stock has traded at throughout the day. (more...)
- March 02, 2018
It has a 13.02 P/E ratio. Guggenheim Ltd Liability Co holds 0.01% in H&E Equipment Services , Inc. It opened the session with a $12.5 price tag, later ranging from $12.29 to $12.62, the range at which the stock has traded at throughout the day. (more...)
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