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Cubs beat Giants 5-2; lead NLDS series 2-0
- October 09, 2016
In hushed tones, catcher Buster Posey stood before his locker and confronted a grim but familiar reality. Three hits were enough for the Chicago Cubs as Jon Lester fired five-hit ball over eight innings of a 1-0 verdict over San Francisco at Wrigley Field. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
In hushed tones, catcher Buster Posey stood before his locker and confronted a grim but familiar reality. Three hits were enough for the Chicago Cubs as Jon Lester fired five-hit ball over eight innings of a 1-0 verdict over San Francisco at Wrigley Field. (more...)
Sprint Letting Note 7 Owners Swap Their Devices For Any Phone
- October 09, 2016
Korean-based Electronics giant Samsung has announced that it is anticipating its operating profits surge by 5.6% in the third quarter, despite the global recall of its Galaxy Note 7 smartphone. The combustion of the handset having taken place on a Southwest Airlines flight bound for Baltimore from Louisville raised concerns over the safety of the replacement Note 7, which Samsung guaranteed was "safe". (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Korean-based Electronics giant Samsung has announced that it is anticipating its operating profits surge by 5.6% in the third quarter, despite the global recall of its Galaxy Note 7 smartphone. The combustion of the handset having taken place on a Southwest Airlines flight bound for Baltimore from Louisville raised concerns over the safety of the replacement Note 7, which Samsung guaranteed was "safe". (more...)
2 killed, 12 injured in stampede after Mayawati's rally
- October 09, 2016
Thousands gathered at the venue to attend the rally to mark the 10th death anniversary of Bahujan Samaj Party founder Kanshi Ram. However, state president of the BSP, Ramachal Rajbhar, claimed that a woman died as a result of the humidity and not because there was a stampede, ANI reported. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Thousands gathered at the venue to attend the rally to mark the 10th death anniversary of Bahujan Samaj Party founder Kanshi Ram. However, state president of the BSP, Ramachal Rajbhar, claimed that a woman died as a result of the humidity and not because there was a stampede, ANI reported. (more...)
Liriano cleared to fly home after taking liner
- October 09, 2016
The wild-card Blue Jays have rediscovered their power stroke in October and are going home with a chance to sweep the Texas Rangers in the AL Division Series after a 5-3 win Friday in Arlington, Texas. "It was one of the few times everybody was happy to wait before taking off", Blue Jays infielder Darwin Barney said. If you want a small sample-size stud, Carlos Beltran is 4 for 8 with a homer. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
The wild-card Blue Jays have rediscovered their power stroke in October and are going home with a chance to sweep the Texas Rangers in the AL Division Series after a 5-3 win Friday in Arlington, Texas. "It was one of the few times everybody was happy to wait before taking off", Blue Jays infielder Darwin Barney said. If you want a small sample-size stud, Carlos Beltran is 4 for 8 with a homer. (more...)
Donald Trump Consistently Made Lewd Comments on 'The Howard Stern Show'
- October 09, 2016
Asked what he would do if Playboy put Ivanka on the cover of the magazine - and remember, we now know Trump appeared in a couple of sex videos for Playboy - Trump answered, "It would be really disappointing". "You know, the dresses. I don't want to be like Congressman Foley, with, you know, 12-year-olds", he says. It's hard to imagine that Donald Trump was looking ahead at a possible run for President of the United States when he commented on his history of threesomes or his mistaken ... (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Asked what he would do if Playboy put Ivanka on the cover of the magazine - and remember, we now know Trump appeared in a couple of sex videos for Playboy - Trump answered, "It would be really disappointing". "You know, the dresses. I don't want to be like Congressman Foley, with, you know, 12-year-olds", he says. It's hard to imagine that Donald Trump was looking ahead at a possible run for President of the United States when he commented on his history of threesomes or his mistaken ... (more...)
Donald Trump Consistently Made Lewd Comments on 'The Howard Stern Show'
- October 09, 2016
Asked what he would do if Playboy put Ivanka on the cover of the magazine - and remember, we now know Trump appeared in a couple of sex videos for Playboy - Trump answered, "It would be really disappointing". "You know, the dresses. I don't want to be like Congressman Foley, with, you know, 12-year-olds", he says. It's hard to imagine that Donald Trump was looking ahead at a possible run for President of the United States when he commented on his history of threesomes or his mistaken ... (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Asked what he would do if Playboy put Ivanka on the cover of the magazine - and remember, we now know Trump appeared in a couple of sex videos for Playboy - Trump answered, "It would be really disappointing". "You know, the dresses. I don't want to be like Congressman Foley, with, you know, 12-year-olds", he says. It's hard to imagine that Donald Trump was looking ahead at a possible run for President of the United States when he commented on his history of threesomes or his mistaken ... (more...)
Stunner! Navy snaps No. 6 Houston's unbeaten streak
- October 09, 2016
Ward wound up rushing for 94 yards and passing for 361, but Navy really bottled up Houston's other backs, holding them to 3.2 yards per-carry on 15 touches. Bowser, who had 18 tackles through four games, sustained a broken bone in his face and will miss several games. Navy is 3-0 in the West Division of the American Conference and travel to East Carolina next Saturday. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Ward wound up rushing for 94 yards and passing for 361, but Navy really bottled up Houston's other backs, holding them to 3.2 yards per-carry on 15 touches. Bowser, who had 18 tackles through four games, sustained a broken bone in his face and will miss several games. Navy is 3-0 in the West Division of the American Conference and travel to East Carolina next Saturday. (more...)
Shooting near police HQ in Jerusalem wounds 8
- October 09, 2016
Israel's Magen David Adom emergency medical service said it was treating wounded people, of whom two were in a critical condition. The area has been closed off by police and security has been increased to prevent further attacks . Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at the start of the weekly cabinet meeting said that he had been updated on the events in Jerusalem and wished a rapid recovery to those who were wounded and thanked security forces. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Israel's Magen David Adom emergency medical service said it was treating wounded people, of whom two were in a critical condition. The area has been closed off by police and security has been increased to prevent further attacks . Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at the start of the weekly cabinet meeting said that he had been updated on the events in Jerusalem and wished a rapid recovery to those who were wounded and thanked security forces. (more...)
Clash focuses on Trump in vice presidential debate
- October 09, 2016
It had some Republicans crowing about Pence's chances in 2020 - and others saying they wish he could be promoted to the top of the ticket in 2016. He sidestepped Trump's most politically toxic remarks - on Muslims, Mexicans, a disabled journalist and more - and showed how a more conventional Republican could attack Clinton. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
It had some Republicans crowing about Pence's chances in 2020 - and others saying they wish he could be promoted to the top of the ticket in 2016. He sidestepped Trump's most politically toxic remarks - on Muslims, Mexicans, a disabled journalist and more - and showed how a more conventional Republican could attack Clinton. (more...)
Foreign workers list worse than Trump's Muslim ban - former No 10 aide
- October 09, 2016
The backlash from across business caused Rudd to backpeddle on the proposals, saying it was just a suggestion and would not necessarily come into force. Asked whether the government had listened to criticism of plans to publish foreign worker data, which Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said would "foster division and discrimination in our workplaces and communities", Fallon claimed that publicly declaring figures had never been been the intention anyway. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
The backlash from across business caused Rudd to backpeddle on the proposals, saying it was just a suggestion and would not necessarily come into force. Asked whether the government had listened to criticism of plans to publish foreign worker data, which Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said would "foster division and discrimination in our workplaces and communities", Fallon claimed that publicly declaring figures had never been been the intention anyway. (more...)
Trump has shifted away from complete Muslim ban: Pence
- October 09, 2016
Republicans have no one to blame but themselves and their willingness to excuse anything Donald Trump did and said, including his comments suggesting that Hillary Clinton might be assassinated. Pence accused the media of focusing on "the oldies". "Let me make you a promise". "Well, where there's absolute agreement is we have to establish safe zones for people to be able to get out of harm's way in Aleppo", Pence said. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Republicans have no one to blame but themselves and their willingness to excuse anything Donald Trump did and said, including his comments suggesting that Hillary Clinton might be assassinated. Pence accused the media of focusing on "the oldies". "Let me make you a promise". "Well, where there's absolute agreement is we have to establish safe zones for people to be able to get out of harm's way in Aleppo", Pence said. (more...)
#25 Virginia Tech thumps #17 UNC 34-3 in the slop
- October 09, 2016
It's a confidence-building run of success entering Saturday's visit from No. 25 Virginia Tech in a key matchup for the Tar Heels in their bid to repeat as the Atlantic Coast Conference's Coastal Division champion. "I think we feel confident with the tactics that George put in front of us, and I think that going into a big ACC game we all feel dialed in and focused", sophomore midfielder Julian Cummings said. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
It's a confidence-building run of success entering Saturday's visit from No. 25 Virginia Tech in a key matchup for the Tar Heels in their bid to repeat as the Atlantic Coast Conference's Coastal Division champion. "I think we feel confident with the tactics that George put in front of us, and I think that going into a big ACC game we all feel dialed in and focused", sophomore midfielder Julian Cummings said. (more...)
Leader of Nigeria's Boko Haram says he is alive in video
- October 09, 2016
Reuters reported that the jihadist group released the 40-minute-long footage on social media on Sunday (25 September). Shekau spoke in Arabic and then Hausa, while using the latter to address the Nigerian government specifically Muhammadu Buhari. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Reuters reported that the jihadist group released the 40-minute-long footage on social media on Sunday (25 September). Shekau spoke in Arabic and then Hausa, while using the latter to address the Nigerian government specifically Muhammadu Buhari. (more...)
Syrian media say rebel shells kill 6 in Aleppo
- October 09, 2016
He says Russian Federation has rejected diplomacy and chosen to pursue a military victory over rebels. In addition, Moscow wants Washington to curb its military presence on the territories of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation allies.These proposed actions are in stark contrast to well established US policy. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
He says Russian Federation has rejected diplomacy and chosen to pursue a military victory over rebels. In addition, Moscow wants Washington to curb its military presence on the territories of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation allies.These proposed actions are in stark contrast to well established US policy. (more...)
German government seeks to encourage equal pay for women
- October 09, 2016
The German Chancellor said Britain can only keep full access to the trading bloc by continuing to allow free movement of people. Some British politicians are confident that industry groups on the continent, fearful of losing their access to the United Kingdom, will push for a deal retaining Britain's access to the European Union single market while limiting migration across the Channel. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
The German Chancellor said Britain can only keep full access to the trading bloc by continuing to allow free movement of people. Some British politicians are confident that industry groups on the continent, fearful of losing their access to the United Kingdom, will push for a deal retaining Britain's access to the European Union single market while limiting migration across the Channel. (more...)
Ducks start freshman Herbert against Huskies
- October 09, 2016
But after three losses in five games, and with the No. 5 team in the country looming, OR coaches realized the season would no longer be as successful as they'd hoped. "That was probably the biggest hole I've seen in a long, long time", Gaskin said. "Off the field, they are very good friends and get along well". "The Ducks have the best facilities, the best gear, the best of everything.Now they need the best coach. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
But after three losses in five games, and with the No. 5 team in the country looming, OR coaches realized the season would no longer be as successful as they'd hoped. "That was probably the biggest hole I've seen in a long, long time", Gaskin said. "Off the field, they are very good friends and get along well". "The Ducks have the best facilities, the best gear, the best of everything.Now they need the best coach. (more...)
'Dangerous' hurricane bears down on Florida
- October 09, 2016
In the US, the hurricane has been downgraded to a Category 1 storm, but is still extremely risky to the the Georgia and Carolina coasts and is expected to cause widespread flooding. About 3.1 million people were told to evacuate Florida, Georgia , and SC, according to ABC News. Total U.S. losses from storm damages may eventually total $25 billion, according to Chuck Watson, a modeler with Enki Research, USA Today reported . (more...)
- October 09, 2016
In the US, the hurricane has been downgraded to a Category 1 storm, but is still extremely risky to the the Georgia and Carolina coasts and is expected to cause widespread flooding. About 3.1 million people were told to evacuate Florida, Georgia , and SC, according to ABC News. Total U.S. losses from storm damages may eventually total $25 billion, according to Chuck Watson, a modeler with Enki Research, USA Today reported . (more...)
Restrictions in parts of Srinagar to prevent protests
- October 09, 2016
Life remained crippled in Kashmir Valley for the 91st consecutive day as authorities imposed restrictions in Srinagar city of Kashmir Valley on Friday morning to prevent a protest march to the United Nations observer's office called by resistance leaders. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
Life remained crippled in Kashmir Valley for the 91st consecutive day as authorities imposed restrictions in Srinagar city of Kashmir Valley on Friday morning to prevent a protest march to the United Nations observer's office called by resistance leaders. (more...)
No coalition air role in Sanaa incident-coalition sources
- October 09, 2016
The Iran-backed Huthis swept into Sanaa in September 2014 and advanced across much of Yemen, forcing the internationally recognised government of President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi to flee Sanaa . It added: "The coalition confirms that its troops have clear instructions not to target populated area and to avoid civilians". One rescuer, Murad Tawfiq, described the scene as a "lake of blood", the Associated Press news agency reports. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
The Iran-backed Huthis swept into Sanaa in September 2014 and advanced across much of Yemen, forcing the internationally recognised government of President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi to flee Sanaa . It added: "The coalition confirms that its troops have clear instructions not to target populated area and to avoid civilians". One rescuer, Murad Tawfiq, described the scene as a "lake of blood", the Associated Press news agency reports. (more...)
Saudi-led coalition airstrike hits Yemen funeral, kills 82
- October 09, 2016
The Iran-backed Huthis swept into Sanaa in September 2014 and advanced across much of Yemen, forcing the internationally recognized government of President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi to flee. He condemned the "horrific attack". It called for an independent global body to investigate an array of serious violations by all sides, after 4,000 civilians have been killed. (more...)
- October 09, 2016
The Iran-backed Huthis swept into Sanaa in September 2014 and advanced across much of Yemen, forcing the internationally recognized government of President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi to flee. He condemned the "horrific attack". It called for an independent global body to investigate an array of serious violations by all sides, after 4,000 civilians have been killed. (more...)
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