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How to remove WannaCry virus from your computer
- May 16, 2017
The hackers were able to exploit a software program in Microsoft Windows that led to the software's use as a form of a cyber weapon, deceiving users into opening malicious malware attachments. The most disruptive attacks were reported in the United Kingdom, where hospitals and clinics were forced to turn away patients after losing access to computers. (more...)
- May 16, 2017
The hackers were able to exploit a software program in Microsoft Windows that led to the software's use as a form of a cyber weapon, deceiving users into opening malicious malware attachments. The most disruptive attacks were reported in the United Kingdom, where hospitals and clinics were forced to turn away patients after losing access to computers. (more...)
TRACKING: Severe Storms Possible This Afternoon and Evening
- May 16, 2017
The severe weather may not be done after that. Some of the storms could become strong or severe. News 3 meteorologist Haddie McLean said clouds will increase Monday afternoon with a chance of showers and thunderstorms developing. This appears to be a classic severe weather set-up with a surface low pressure in southwest Kansas, a dryline extending south of it and lots of wind shear, instability and moisture to go with it. (more...)
- May 16, 2017
The severe weather may not be done after that. Some of the storms could become strong or severe. News 3 meteorologist Haddie McLean said clouds will increase Monday afternoon with a chance of showers and thunderstorms developing. This appears to be a classic severe weather set-up with a surface low pressure in southwest Kansas, a dryline extending south of it and lots of wind shear, instability and moisture to go with it. (more...)
Ransomware Attack Could Keep Spreading After Hitting 200000 Computers
- May 16, 2017
The threat was "escalating" as cyber experts warned that another attack was imminent in coming days, he said . Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has come out with list of dos and don'ts and webcast on how to protect networks from the global ransomware attack. (more...)
- May 16, 2017
The threat was "escalating" as cyber experts warned that another attack was imminent in coming days, he said . Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has come out with list of dos and don'ts and webcast on how to protect networks from the global ransomware attack. (more...)
Growing global cyberattack hits 200000 victims so far
- May 16, 2017
National Security Agency, which routinely searches for flaws in software and builds tools to exploit them. Both said Russian Federation was hit hardest. In the wake of the attack, Microsoft said it had taken the "highly unusual step" of releasing a patch for computers running older operating systems including Windows XP, Windows 8 and Windows Server 2003. (more...)
- May 16, 2017
National Security Agency, which routinely searches for flaws in software and builds tools to exploit them. Both said Russian Federation was hit hardest. In the wake of the attack, Microsoft said it had taken the "highly unusual step" of releasing a patch for computers running older operating systems including Windows XP, Windows 8 and Windows Server 2003. (more...)
EU, US to review electronic device ban on flights
- May 16, 2017
Transportation Department data. Anna-Kaisa Itkonen, a spokeswoman for the European Commission, said that European officials had sent a letter on Tuesday to their American counterparts. The EU and the United States will hold talks next week on a possible U.S. airline ban on carry-on computers amid concerns it could cause massive disruption as the hectic summer travel season gets underway. (more...)
- May 16, 2017
Transportation Department data. Anna-Kaisa Itkonen, a spokeswoman for the European Commission, said that European officials had sent a letter on Tuesday to their American counterparts. The EU and the United States will hold talks next week on a possible U.S. airline ban on carry-on computers amid concerns it could cause massive disruption as the hectic summer travel season gets underway. (more...)
With more than four months of delay, Nigeria's lawmakers pass 2017 budget
- May 16, 2017
Nigeria's BudgIT, which pushes for better fiscal information, applauded the assembly's leadership for keeping their "promise" to ensure the details of National Assembly funding were open, as well as the advocacy that it said had pushed them to do so. (more...)
- May 16, 2017
Nigeria's BudgIT, which pushes for better fiscal information, applauded the assembly's leadership for keeping their "promise" to ensure the details of National Assembly funding were open, as well as the advocacy that it said had pushed them to do so. (more...)
Israel dismisses United States concern over Jerusalem embassy move
- May 16, 2017
Palestinian protesters clash with Israeli security forces after a protest near the illegal settlement of Beit El, north of the West Bank city of Ramallah on May 11, 2017. In another sign that the White House is proceeding cautiously, David Friedman, Trump's ambassador to Israel, plans to work out of the current embassy in Tel Aviv rather than out of the US Consulate in Jerusalem , as some had urged him to do. (more...)
- May 16, 2017
Palestinian protesters clash with Israeli security forces after a protest near the illegal settlement of Beit El, north of the West Bank city of Ramallah on May 11, 2017. In another sign that the White House is proceeding cautiously, David Friedman, Trump's ambassador to Israel, plans to work out of the current embassy in Tel Aviv rather than out of the US Consulate in Jerusalem , as some had urged him to do. (more...)
Im here to redefine things: Irrfan Khan
- May 15, 2017
But Irrfan Khan says he still struggles to conform to the norms as an artiste. "I really enjoyed shooting for this film", Irrfan said. "I couldn't even share it", says Irrfan Khan. Meanwhile, back at home, Irrfan has Hindi Medium gearing for its release on May 19. The acclaimed actor, who is now "very careful" about what he says, feels lucky that the movie is releasing without any brouhaha. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
But Irrfan Khan says he still struggles to conform to the norms as an artiste. "I really enjoyed shooting for this film", Irrfan said. "I couldn't even share it", says Irrfan Khan. Meanwhile, back at home, Irrfan has Hindi Medium gearing for its release on May 19. The acclaimed actor, who is now "very careful" about what he says, feels lucky that the movie is releasing without any brouhaha. (more...)
Hamilton enjoys dramatic win in Spain
- May 15, 2017
Initially, Vettel was able to keep up to Hamilton's pace but the limited grip of the medium compound tires held him back. The three-time champion obeyed his team's instructions perfectly as they - led by chief strategist James Vowles - plotted his route to triumph by putting pressure on Vettel in the opening stint and then taking ideal advantage of a Virtual Safety Car period. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Initially, Vettel was able to keep up to Hamilton's pace but the limited grip of the medium compound tires held him back. The three-time champion obeyed his team's instructions perfectly as they - led by chief strategist James Vowles - plotted his route to triumph by putting pressure on Vettel in the opening stint and then taking ideal advantage of a Virtual Safety Car period. (more...)
Christian militias launch deadly attack in Central African Republic
- May 15, 2017
Armed assailants attacked civilian populations overnight on 12 and 13 May, targeting in particular Muslims, in the Tokoyo neighborhood of Bangassou , in south-eastern vehicle, according to MINUSCA. Spain reiterates its support for the Central African Republic, the United Nations, MINUSCA and other worldwide actors in their efforts to consolidate peace in the African country. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Armed assailants attacked civilian populations overnight on 12 and 13 May, targeting in particular Muslims, in the Tokoyo neighborhood of Bangassou , in south-eastern vehicle, according to MINUSCA. Spain reiterates its support for the Central African Republic, the United Nations, MINUSCA and other worldwide actors in their efforts to consolidate peace in the African country. (more...)
Australia budget 2017: Treasurer implores banks to absorb tax
- May 15, 2017
In his speech to the House of Representatives tonight, Treasurer Scott Morrison announced that the government expects that the federal budget will return a $7.4 billion surplus in 2020-21 - a projection that is in line with that offered in the 2016-17 budget. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
In his speech to the House of Representatives tonight, Treasurer Scott Morrison announced that the government expects that the federal budget will return a $7.4 billion surplus in 2020-21 - a projection that is in line with that offered in the 2016-17 budget. (more...)
Ebola Confirmed in DRC, MSF to Launch Emergency Intervention
- May 15, 2017
Health workers are trying to trace 125 people thought to be linked to the cases in the country's remote northeastern province of Bas-Uele, near the border with the Central African Republic. Nigeria was declared free of Ebola virus by the World Health Organization in October 2014 and the country praised for its handling of the disease which caused about 4,500 deaths across West Africa. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Health workers are trying to trace 125 people thought to be linked to the cases in the country's remote northeastern province of Bas-Uele, near the border with the Central African Republic. Nigeria was declared free of Ebola virus by the World Health Organization in October 2014 and the country praised for its handling of the disease which caused about 4,500 deaths across West Africa. (more...)
Hamilton celebrates hard-fought Spanish GP win over Vettel
- May 15, 2017
Bottas clipped the rear of Raikkonen and the chain reaction meant that Verstappen was collected in the incident, as well. Vettel emerged and was side-by-side with Hamilton going into Turn One and, after touching wheels, the Mercedes man had to retreat. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Bottas clipped the rear of Raikkonen and the chain reaction meant that Verstappen was collected in the incident, as well. Vettel emerged and was side-by-side with Hamilton going into Turn One and, after touching wheels, the Mercedes man had to retreat. (more...)
Trump mulling over Jerusalem embassy move: Tillerson
- May 15, 2017
Past administrations have said they would move the US embassy to Jerusalem if Palestine and Israel made peace. "We have been saying that we are willing to engage in peace talks and are ready to cooperate with Trump in his efforts to make a peace deal with the Israelis possible on the basis of the Arab Peace Initiative and the relevant worldwide covenants", Nabil Abu Rudeineh, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas' spokesman, told Arab News on Sunday. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Past administrations have said they would move the US embassy to Jerusalem if Palestine and Israel made peace. "We have been saying that we are willing to engage in peace talks and are ready to cooperate with Trump in his efforts to make a peace deal with the Israelis possible on the basis of the Arab Peace Initiative and the relevant worldwide covenants", Nabil Abu Rudeineh, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas' spokesman, told Arab News on Sunday. (more...)
Science Group Believes USDA's Lead Scientist Should bea Scientist
- May 15, 2017
Shocking no one, President Trump is expected to nominate a right-wing radio host with no experience in agricultural research to run the research division of the Department of Agriculture, according to a report from ProPublica . The department's chief scientist also oversees Agriculture's economic bureaus, including the Natural Agricultural Statistics Service and the Economic Research Service. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Shocking no one, President Trump is expected to nominate a right-wing radio host with no experience in agricultural research to run the research division of the Department of Agriculture, according to a report from ProPublica . The department's chief scientist also oversees Agriculture's economic bureaus, including the Natural Agricultural Statistics Service and the Economic Research Service. (more...)
South African Constitutional Court To Hear Application On President Zuma
- May 15, 2017
The Justices also stressed their concerns with the UDM's argument that the vote should be done by secret ballot because of a possible "danger or intimidation" of members of Parliament. "She also has a choice to choose the method of vote, and she has abdicated to do so". Mbete had said that it was not within her powers to call for such a vote, forcing the UDM to ask the ConCourt to compel her to do so as it was within her powers. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The Justices also stressed their concerns with the UDM's argument that the vote should be done by secret ballot because of a possible "danger or intimidation" of members of Parliament. "She also has a choice to choose the method of vote, and she has abdicated to do so". Mbete had said that it was not within her powers to call for such a vote, forcing the UDM to ask the ConCourt to compel her to do so as it was within her powers. (more...)
WannaCry ransomware rips through computers globally; CERT-in webinar today
- May 15, 2017
The massive global cyber attack attempted to hold private companies and public organisations to ransom by locking computer systems. The ransomware attack was particularly malicious, because if just one person in an organization clicked on an infected attachment or bad link, all the computers in a network would be infected, said Vikram Thakur, technical director of Symantec Security Response. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The massive global cyber attack attempted to hold private companies and public organisations to ransom by locking computer systems. The ransomware attack was particularly malicious, because if just one person in an organization clicked on an infected attachment or bad link, all the computers in a network would be infected, said Vikram Thakur, technical director of Symantec Security Response. (more...)
Merkel's party wins big in rivals' heartland
- May 15, 2017
Projections for ARD and ZDF public television, based on partial counting, showed Merkel's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) beating the Social Democrats in North Rhine-Westphalia by about 34.5% to 30.5%. The party has led governments in the state for 45 of the past 50 years. National polls show the Social Democrats trailing Mrs Merkel's conservatives by up to 10 points after drawing level earlier this year. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Projections for ARD and ZDF public television, based on partial counting, showed Merkel's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) beating the Social Democrats in North Rhine-Westphalia by about 34.5% to 30.5%. The party has led governments in the state for 45 of the past 50 years. National polls show the Social Democrats trailing Mrs Merkel's conservatives by up to 10 points after drawing level earlier this year. (more...)
New Ebola Outbreak Might Be Chance to Test Vaccine
- May 15, 2017
The World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Monday its experts have not yet decided whether to use newly developed vaccines to try to contain an outbreak of Ebola in Congo, but officials are making preparations just in case. He said the Health ministry will deploy measures to tackle the disease proportionate to the seriousness of the disease. A study published in January in the medical journal BMJ reported that the world as a whole was "grossly underprepared" for any future disease outbreaks ... (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Monday its experts have not yet decided whether to use newly developed vaccines to try to contain an outbreak of Ebola in Congo, but officials are making preparations just in case. He said the Health ministry will deploy measures to tackle the disease proportionate to the seriousness of the disease. A study published in January in the medical journal BMJ reported that the world as a whole was "grossly underprepared" for any future disease outbreaks ... (more...)
World Braces For More Cyber Attacks As Work Week Begins
- May 15, 2017
You see, an agency of our own government - the NSA - knew about the exploit, and rather than alert Microsoft, it chose to stockpile it for intelligence purposes. Given the attack's widespread nature, even such a small sum would stack up quickly, though few victims seem to be paying up so far. It is believed to be the biggest online extortion ever, hitting British hospitals, German rail and companies and government agencies. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
You see, an agency of our own government - the NSA - knew about the exploit, and rather than alert Microsoft, it chose to stockpile it for intelligence purposes. Given the attack's widespread nature, even such a small sum would stack up quickly, though few victims seem to be paying up so far. It is believed to be the biggest online extortion ever, hitting British hospitals, German rail and companies and government agencies. (more...)
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