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New Jersey Lawmakers Could Hike Gas Tax by 23 Cents
- October 17, 2016
The Democratic-led Legislature scheduled a Friday vote for the increase as part of an agreement between legislative leaders and the Republican governor. The most recent iteration of the tax bills never got a public hearing. Instead, the Senate voted Wednesday to preliminarily approve the agreement and made plans to reconvene Friday for a final vote on the legislation, which only requires a simple majority to pass. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
The Democratic-led Legislature scheduled a Friday vote for the increase as part of an agreement between legislative leaders and the Republican governor. The most recent iteration of the tax bills never got a public hearing. Instead, the Senate voted Wednesday to preliminarily approve the agreement and made plans to reconvene Friday for a final vote on the legislation, which only requires a simple majority to pass. (more...)
ISIS claims responsibility for funeral bombing, 35 dead
- October 17, 2016
A witness at the scene said the bomber entered the funeral tent and blew himself up as lunch was being served. A suicide bombing targeting a funeral gathering in northern Baghdad yesterday killed at least 35 people and left 63 wounded, Iraqi police and hospital officials said. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
A witness at the scene said the bomber entered the funeral tent and blew himself up as lunch was being served. A suicide bombing targeting a funeral gathering in northern Baghdad yesterday killed at least 35 people and left 63 wounded, Iraqi police and hospital officials said. (more...)
Nigerian President Declares The First Lady Belongs In The Kitchen
- October 17, 2016
If you have been with President Buhari , you will agree with me that it was a kind of joke because even when he was responding , he was smiling. According to Ebikibina, though the openness of the First Lady, Aisha Buhari on issues of governance may be seen as an affront to her husband and sycophants plotting the downfall of the nation, the unguarded reply by President Muhammadu Buhari is a huge insult on Nigerian Women and apology should be tendered. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
If you have been with President Buhari , you will agree with me that it was a kind of joke because even when he was responding , he was smiling. According to Ebikibina, though the openness of the First Lady, Aisha Buhari on issues of governance may be seen as an affront to her husband and sycophants plotting the downfall of the nation, the unguarded reply by President Muhammadu Buhari is a huge insult on Nigerian Women and apology should be tendered. (more...)
India's Modi, at summit, calls Pakistan "mother-ship of terrorism"
- October 17, 2016
Speaking at a summit in the Indian state of Goa , Xi told his host Narendra Modi and the leaders of Russia, Brazil and South Africa that the club of emerging powers had been undermined by both domestic and worldwide woes. Islamabad did not immediately react to Modi's remarks. Singh's comments came after more than a dozen Indian soldiers were killed in an attack on an army base in Indian-administered Kashmir. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Speaking at a summit in the Indian state of Goa , Xi told his host Narendra Modi and the leaders of Russia, Brazil and South Africa that the club of emerging powers had been undermined by both domestic and worldwide woes. Islamabad did not immediately react to Modi's remarks. Singh's comments came after more than a dozen Indian soldiers were killed in an attack on an army base in Indian-administered Kashmir. (more...)
Podesta Asked Clinton to Call 'Needy Latinos'
- October 17, 2016
But overall, the developing narrative of these emails is one that should concern every American: Hillary Clinton and those who work for her will do anything, say anything and go to any lengths to advance their agenda. Halpin wrote. The Washington Post editorial board endorsed Clinton Thursday morning, saying, "No, we are not making this endorsement simply because Ms. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
But overall, the developing narrative of these emails is one that should concern every American: Hillary Clinton and those who work for her will do anything, say anything and go to any lengths to advance their agenda. Halpin wrote. The Washington Post editorial board endorsed Clinton Thursday morning, saying, "No, we are not making this endorsement simply because Ms. (more...)
Turkey-backed forces attack IS stronghold in Syria
- October 17, 2016
The Fastaqim Union, an Ankara-backed rebel faction involved in the battle, said Dabiq had fallen "after fierce clashes". Turkey's state-run Anadolu news agency said troops were now working to dismantle explosives laid by the retreating Islamic States troops. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
The Fastaqim Union, an Ankara-backed rebel faction involved in the battle, said Dabiq had fallen "after fierce clashes". Turkey's state-run Anadolu news agency said troops were now working to dismantle explosives laid by the retreating Islamic States troops. (more...)
Turkey-Backed Syria Rebels Capture Key Town of Dabiq from IS
- October 17, 2016
Three police officers were killed in the attack, reports from the area have claimed. Yerlikaya said the raid took place after Turkish authorities gathered intelligence about a possible suicide bomb attack by a suspected IS sleeper cell in Gaziantep against an Alevi cultural association. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Three police officers were killed in the attack, reports from the area have claimed. Yerlikaya said the raid took place after Turkish authorities gathered intelligence about a possible suicide bomb attack by a suspected IS sleeper cell in Gaziantep against an Alevi cultural association. (more...)
People Dead, Many More Wounded in West Adams Shooting
- October 17, 2016
Thomas Bojorquez said. He said a man and woman left the party after the argument and later returned and the gunfire erupted. Gunfire broke out at a Los Angles "makeshift" restaurant early Saturday morning during a birthday party. Three men left the restaurant, returned with firearms and began shooting, according to police. "This is one of the most horrific crime scenes I've seen in a while", Preciado said. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Thomas Bojorquez said. He said a man and woman left the party after the argument and later returned and the gunfire erupted. Gunfire broke out at a Los Angles "makeshift" restaurant early Saturday morning during a birthday party. Three men left the restaurant, returned with firearms and began shooting, according to police. "This is one of the most horrific crime scenes I've seen in a while", Preciado said. (more...)
6 injured, one critically, in shooting attack in Jerusalem
- October 17, 2016
The incident took place at the Ammunition Hill light rail stop - a region located near the Israeli police headquarters . Israel's Magen David Adom emergency medical service said it treated seven wounded people, two of whom later died of their wounds. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
The incident took place at the Ammunition Hill light rail stop - a region located near the Israeli police headquarters . Israel's Magen David Adom emergency medical service said it treated seven wounded people, two of whom later died of their wounds. (more...)
Israel suspends cooperation with UNESCO
- October 17, 2016
The stated aim of the text was "the safeguarding of the cultural heritage of Palestine and the distinctive character of East Jerusalem". According to AP, it only mentions the Muslim name when referring to a particular site, which is known as the Noble Sanctuary by followers of Islam and as the Temple Mount by Jews. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
The stated aim of the text was "the safeguarding of the cultural heritage of Palestine and the distinctive character of East Jerusalem". According to AP, it only mentions the Muslim name when referring to a particular site, which is known as the Noble Sanctuary by followers of Islam and as the Temple Mount by Jews. (more...)
Overcome By Grief, Thailand Mourns King's Death
- October 17, 2016
Vajiralongkorn was named the heir apparent in 1972 by the king, and according to the constitution should ascend the throne as the constitutional monarch after approval by the National Assembly, which is a formality under the constitution. Taoyuan Mayor Cheng Wen-tsan (鄭文燦) is expected to attend a memorial service at the altar for the late king today. In 2007, a Swiss man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for spray-painting graffiti over posters of King Bhumibol, apparently while drunk. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Vajiralongkorn was named the heir apparent in 1972 by the king, and according to the constitution should ascend the throne as the constitutional monarch after approval by the National Assembly, which is a formality under the constitution. Taoyuan Mayor Cheng Wen-tsan (鄭文燦) is expected to attend a memorial service at the altar for the late king today. In 2007, a Swiss man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for spray-painting graffiti over posters of King Bhumibol, apparently while drunk. (more...)
Yemen: US Warship Allegedly Targeted in Failed Missile Attack
- October 17, 2016
The Huthi rebels have denied conducting the attacks. The US military targeted Yemen's radar sites on Wednesday after claiming that the USS Mason had come under Yemeni attack for the second time in four days. If confirmed, the attack late on Saturday would be the third such attempt on the USS Mason in recent days as it patrols global waters near Yemen , where a bloody 18-month war is raging. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
The Huthi rebels have denied conducting the attacks. The US military targeted Yemen's radar sites on Wednesday after claiming that the USS Mason had come under Yemeni attack for the second time in four days. If confirmed, the attack late on Saturday would be the third such attempt on the USS Mason in recent days as it patrols global waters near Yemen , where a bloody 18-month war is raging. (more...)
Kim Kardashian's sisters cancel book signing event post Paris robbery
- October 17, 2016
It's certainly true that Kim has been laying low since the traumatic event in Paris, along with the rest of the family, though Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner , Khloé Kardashian , and Kris Jenner have all posted very brief messages on Instagram and/or Twitter in the past couple of days. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
It's certainly true that Kim has been laying low since the traumatic event in Paris, along with the rest of the family, though Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner , Khloé Kardashian , and Kris Jenner have all posted very brief messages on Instagram and/or Twitter in the past couple of days. (more...)
Prescott throws 3 TD passes, Cowboys beat Packers 30-16
- October 17, 2016
Green Bay answered with a field goal before an exchange of turnovers. Green Bay turned that into another field goal, cutting the margin to 7-6 early in the second quarter. "It's not the first time". Roethlisberger, 34, a 13-year veteran, limped off the field against the Dolphins and missed a series late in the first half. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Green Bay answered with a field goal before an exchange of turnovers. Green Bay turned that into another field goal, cutting the margin to 7-6 early in the second quarter. "It's not the first time". Roethlisberger, 34, a 13-year veteran, limped off the field against the Dolphins and missed a series late in the first half. (more...)
Alec Baldwin Nails His Donald Trump Debut
- October 17, 2016
The night's biggest applause came after Baldwin-as-Trump gives a rambling, incoherent answer to his first question ("Gina!") and McKinnon-as-Clinton simply replies, "I think I'm going to be President". "It's going exactly how I'd always dreamed". "I get it, you hate me", McKinnon/Clinton said in her closing statement to the audience. "It was just me and Sean, late at night", Baldwin says. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
The night's biggest applause came after Baldwin-as-Trump gives a rambling, incoherent answer to his first question ("Gina!") and McKinnon-as-Clinton simply replies, "I think I'm going to be President". "It's going exactly how I'd always dreamed". "I get it, you hate me", McKinnon/Clinton said in her closing statement to the audience. "It was just me and Sean, late at night", Baldwin says. (more...)
RSS leader hacked to death in central Bengaluru
- October 17, 2016
Passers-by tried to chase the assailants, but they managed to escape. Rudresh was rushed to Bowring Hospital where he was declared dead on arrival. On Sunday evening, RSS workers protested in front of Commercial Road Police Station, demanding the two assailants' arrest, and later moved their agitation to the site of the murder. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Passers-by tried to chase the assailants, but they managed to escape. Rudresh was rushed to Bowring Hospital where he was declared dead on arrival. On Sunday evening, RSS workers protested in front of Commercial Road Police Station, demanding the two assailants' arrest, and later moved their agitation to the site of the murder. (more...)
Trump claims U.S. election is "rigged"
- October 17, 2016
Arguing that a US election is rigged at the ballot box, especially three weeks before the election, is not normal behavior from a presidential candidate, and Democrats aren't the only ones anxious about how Trump and his supporters will react to a Trump loss, especially as he loses ground in the polls - Reuters/Ipsos now gives Clinton more than a 95 percent chance of winning on November 8, based on the electoral college. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Arguing that a US election is rigged at the ballot box, especially three weeks before the election, is not normal behavior from a presidential candidate, and Democrats aren't the only ones anxious about how Trump and his supporters will react to a Trump loss, especially as he loses ground in the polls - Reuters/Ipsos now gives Clinton more than a 95 percent chance of winning on November 8, based on the electoral college. (more...)
Donald Trump Claims Election Will Be Rigged at Polling Sites
- October 17, 2016
Of those polled, and in a four-way race, 48 percent said they would vote for Clinton, while 37% said Trump, with Libertarian Gary Johnson with 7% and the Green Party's Jill Stein at 2%. His campaign has fueled right-wing conspiracy theories about Clinton's health, seizing on her bout of pneumonia last month to suggest she is concealing a major health problem. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Of those polled, and in a four-way race, 48 percent said they would vote for Clinton, while 37% said Trump, with Libertarian Gary Johnson with 7% and the Green Party's Jill Stein at 2%. His campaign has fueled right-wing conspiracy theories about Clinton's health, seizing on her bout of pneumonia last month to suggest she is concealing a major health problem. (more...)
Warren demands Wells Fargo CEO 'return every nickel' he made from scandal
- October 17, 2016
Stumpf will not be receiving a severance package, a company official and another person who was familiar with the matter told ABC News . Updated at 6:15pm ET with Wells Fargo statement . "I am going to do the right thing by repairing the reputation of the company". But regulators say bad practices at the bank went on for years. "I don't mean to minimize the impact". (more...)
- October 17, 2016
Stumpf will not be receiving a severance package, a company official and another person who was familiar with the matter told ABC News . Updated at 6:15pm ET with Wells Fargo statement . "I am going to do the right thing by repairing the reputation of the company". But regulators say bad practices at the bank went on for years. "I don't mean to minimize the impact". (more...)
Canberra Voters Back Light Rail Plan in ACT Poll Win for Labor
- October 17, 2016
A 17-member assembly has governed the ACT since 1989 but that assembly has now been expanded to 25 members, with five electorates each sending five members to the assembly. This conventional wisdom was wrong. The Greens went into the election with clear support for both light rail and the renewable energy target. The Liberals win the final seat on the provisional distribution. (more...)
- October 17, 2016
A 17-member assembly has governed the ACT since 1989 but that assembly has now been expanded to 25 members, with five electorates each sending five members to the assembly. This conventional wisdom was wrong. The Greens went into the election with clear support for both light rail and the renewable energy target. The Liberals win the final seat on the provisional distribution. (more...)
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