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Mosul: Iraqi forces evacuate 1000 from frontlines
- October 27, 2016
C-130 transport plane flew into the base in the past couple of days. "All axes of advance have made the progress we expected at this stage of the operation, some are ahead of schedule", said Brett McGurk, the U.S. The reported atrocities were perpetrated by ISIL members between Wednesday and Sunday, while tens of thousands of Iraqi forces advanced towards Mosul , the last ISIL bastion in the country, Colville said. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
C-130 transport plane flew into the base in the past couple of days. "All axes of advance have made the progress we expected at this stage of the operation, some are ahead of schedule", said Brett McGurk, the U.S. The reported atrocities were perpetrated by ISIL members between Wednesday and Sunday, while tens of thousands of Iraqi forces advanced towards Mosul , the last ISIL bastion in the country, Colville said. (more...)
Pentagon says US airstrikes target al-Qaida in Afghanistan
- October 27, 2016
The strikes in Kunar province have not been publicly confirmed and the results are still being assessed. Al-Utabi, along with al-Qatani, was tasked with re-establishing a safe haven for al-Qaeda in Afghanistan. The Obama administration has been seeking to counter a resurgence in al-Qaeda activities in Afghanistan, part of a deteriorating security picture in the country. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
The strikes in Kunar province have not been publicly confirmed and the results are still being assessed. Al-Utabi, along with al-Qatani, was tasked with re-establishing a safe haven for al-Qaeda in Afghanistan. The Obama administration has been seeking to counter a resurgence in al-Qaeda activities in Afghanistan, part of a deteriorating security picture in the country. (more...)
Jurors to hear closing arguments in New Jersey bridge case
- October 27, 2016
Six weeks of testimony wrapped up in the trial of Kelly and ex-Port Authority executive Bill Baroni, who are charged with misusing PA resources to snarl traffic in Fort Lee as political payback against the city's mayor for not endorsing Christie. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
Six weeks of testimony wrapped up in the trial of Kelly and ex-Port Authority executive Bill Baroni, who are charged with misusing PA resources to snarl traffic in Fort Lee as political payback against the city's mayor for not endorsing Christie. (more...)
Some Machines Are Flipping Votes But That Doesn't Mean They're Rigged
- October 27, 2016
Bill Clinton was elected president and 72.13 percent of the registered voters cast ballots. IL election officials say the number of registered active voters in the state is at its highest since 1970. "Voters sign in on a tablet when they come in but we use all paper ballots for voting", explained Bowie County Election Administration representative. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
Bill Clinton was elected president and 72.13 percent of the registered voters cast ballots. IL election officials say the number of registered active voters in the state is at its highest since 1970. "Voters sign in on a tablet when they come in but we use all paper ballots for voting", explained Bowie County Election Administration representative. (more...)
Early Voting is Underway
- October 27, 2016
In 2012 around 20,000 people cast ballots in Walker County, with approximately 10,000 coming from early voting. In Williamson County, more than 18,000 voters cast ballots Monday - more than 6 percent of registered voters in Williamson County, a higher rate than the other 14 most populous counties. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
In 2012 around 20,000 people cast ballots in Walker County, with approximately 10,000 coming from early voting. In Williamson County, more than 18,000 voters cast ballots Monday - more than 6 percent of registered voters in Williamson County, a higher rate than the other 14 most populous counties. (more...)
Scotland edges close to second independence vote post-Brexit
- October 27, 2016
The SNP leader said if a second referendum does occur it will not be because the result in 2014 had been "disrespected" but because the promises made to the country had been "broken" since then. With the SNP having pledged to nearly double the amount of free childcare eligible youngsters receive to 1,140 hours a year by 2020, she said there would be a national consultation with parents on "how to do things differently" which would make choice and flexibility key priorities. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
The SNP leader said if a second referendum does occur it will not be because the result in 2014 had been "disrespected" but because the promises made to the country had been "broken" since then. With the SNP having pledged to nearly double the amount of free childcare eligible youngsters receive to 1,140 hours a year by 2020, she said there would be a national consultation with parents on "how to do things differently" which would make choice and flexibility key priorities. (more...)
Monday marks the being of early voting in MA
- October 27, 2016
In 2012, Republicans in Florida cast 3 percent more ballots than Democrats by absentee mail in voting. And in North Carolina, a must-win state for Trump with detailed early voting data available, it's clear that Democratic women have been particularly motivated to turn out or turn ballots in. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
In 2012, Republicans in Florida cast 3 percent more ballots than Democrats by absentee mail in voting. And in North Carolina, a must-win state for Trump with detailed early voting data available, it's clear that Democratic women have been particularly motivated to turn out or turn ballots in. (more...)
Russia says it Extends Moratorium on Aleppo Air Strikes
- October 27, 2016
Igor Konashenkov, official spokesman of the Russian Defense Ministry, points out that six humanitarian corridors continue to be operations 24/7. Russian Federation added that they have not launched an airstrike against Aleppo or even flown a plane over the area in nine days. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
Igor Konashenkov, official spokesman of the Russian Defense Ministry, points out that six humanitarian corridors continue to be operations 24/7. Russian Federation added that they have not launched an airstrike against Aleppo or even flown a plane over the area in nine days. (more...)
Prosecutor to appeal ruling in fatal limo crash
- October 27, 2016
Four other women, including a bride-to-be, and both drivers were hurt in the crash. Prosecutors' instructions to the grand jury, and their question-and-answer period with the group, during the indictment process prejudiced the jurors against Pino, Camacho wrote in his decision to dismiss. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
Four other women, including a bride-to-be, and both drivers were hurt in the crash. Prosecutors' instructions to the grand jury, and their question-and-answer period with the group, during the indictment process prejudiced the jurors against Pino, Camacho wrote in his decision to dismiss. (more...)
Solar storm just misses Earth but nobody knew it was coming
- October 27, 2016
The charged particles coming from the sun are the result of a coronal hole, which is now facing our planet. A coronal hole photographed on 10 October 2015. They can also create drag on satellites in low-Earth orbits, forcing course corrections and disrupting navigation and high-frequency radio signals. The aurora borealis (northern lights) might have been visible in regions typically too far south for the lightshow, including Washington state, Idaho, Wyoming, South Dakota, and Iowa. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
The charged particles coming from the sun are the result of a coronal hole, which is now facing our planet. A coronal hole photographed on 10 October 2015. They can also create drag on satellites in low-Earth orbits, forcing course corrections and disrupting navigation and high-frequency radio signals. The aurora borealis (northern lights) might have been visible in regions typically too far south for the lightshow, including Washington state, Idaho, Wyoming, South Dakota, and Iowa. (more...)
State Trooper dies after being struck by vehicle
- October 27, 2016
Keeler says the trooper was hit by a vehicle after he stepped out of his cruiser. A passing vehicle struck him, leaving him critically injured. Pratt was taken to Saratoga Hospital, and then flown to Albany Medical Center, where he later died. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
Keeler says the trooper was hit by a vehicle after he stepped out of his cruiser. A passing vehicle struck him, leaving him critically injured. Pratt was taken to Saratoga Hospital, and then flown to Albany Medical Center, where he later died. (more...)
Amber Alert issued for 11-month-old possibly taken in carjacking
- October 27, 2016
While her son was still inside the SUV, a suspect who walking on the street jumped into the woman's vehicle that was still running and took off. Maryland State Police said an Amber Alert was issued for the child, described as Hispanic with brown hair and eyes, two feet tall and weighing 20 pounds. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
While her son was still inside the SUV, a suspect who walking on the street jumped into the woman's vehicle that was still running and took off. Maryland State Police said an Amber Alert was issued for the child, described as Hispanic with brown hair and eyes, two feet tall and weighing 20 pounds. (more...)
Ben Affleck urges 'basically home state' NH to vote in hilarious video
- October 27, 2016
If Batman can't get you to vote, no one can. "New Hampshire is wicked f--ing important in presidential politics", said Affleck, in a thick Boston accent. "Otherwise this whole damn nation is going to be cursed", Affleck jokes in the clip. This turned into Affleck bringing up all the issues New Hampshire voters can help decide on this election, such as transgender bathrooms and women's rights, letting the state know that MA will have its back. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
If Batman can't get you to vote, no one can. "New Hampshire is wicked f--ing important in presidential politics", said Affleck, in a thick Boston accent. "Otherwise this whole damn nation is going to be cursed", Affleck jokes in the clip. This turned into Affleck bringing up all the issues New Hampshire voters can help decide on this election, such as transgender bathrooms and women's rights, letting the state know that MA will have its back. (more...)
Britain cannot have it all in Brexit deal: French ag minister
- October 27, 2016
While London is more dismayed at the prospect of losing the market benefits, rest of Britain is more alarmed by the growing numbers of workers coming in from overseas. "One of the issues is that a lot of people will invest here in the United Kingdom, because it is the U.K.in Europe". I think being part of a 500-million (euros) trading bloc is significant for us. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
While London is more dismayed at the prospect of losing the market benefits, rest of Britain is more alarmed by the growing numbers of workers coming in from overseas. "One of the issues is that a lot of people will invest here in the United Kingdom, because it is the U.K.in Europe". I think being part of a 500-million (euros) trading bloc is significant for us. (more...)
Canadians not travelling as time running out EU trade deal
- October 27, 2016
Fox said the experience of CETA may cause some to question the process of agreeing trade deals within the EU in future, with the EU Commission likely to want to have greater control. "I trust that an agreement will be reached in the course of today with Belgium, Wallonia and other parts of the country", Mr Juncker told the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
Fox said the experience of CETA may cause some to question the process of agreeing trade deals within the EU in future, with the EU Commission likely to want to have greater control. "I trust that an agreement will be reached in the course of today with Belgium, Wallonia and other parts of the country", Mr Juncker told the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France. (more...)
Our Opinion: Ex-attorney general Kathleen Kane's self-interest sabotaged the public interest
- October 27, 2016
After Judge Wendy Demchick-Alloy sentenced Pennsylvania's former attorney general to 10 to 23 months in prison, there would be no tears. "They are casualties of your actions", the judge said. "I have been honored to serve the people of Pennsylvania , and I wish them health and safety in all their days", she said at the time . No surrender date was given, presuming she does post bail. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
After Judge Wendy Demchick-Alloy sentenced Pennsylvania's former attorney general to 10 to 23 months in prison, there would be no tears. "They are casualties of your actions", the judge said. "I have been honored to serve the people of Pennsylvania , and I wish them health and safety in all their days", she said at the time . No surrender date was given, presuming she does post bail. (more...)
Kurdish YPG will be part of efforts to isolate Raqqa: US commander
- October 27, 2016
He declined to be more precise about a timeline but said there is "a sense of urgency". Syria's Kurds fear a "stab in the back" by Turkey if they join a push to drive Islamic State from its Syrian capital of Raqqa, one of their chief political leaders told Reuters on Tuesday. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
He declined to be more precise about a timeline but said there is "a sense of urgency". Syria's Kurds fear a "stab in the back" by Turkey if they join a push to drive Islamic State from its Syrian capital of Raqqa, one of their chief political leaders told Reuters on Tuesday. (more...)
2 charged with trying to bring guns into Disney parks
- October 27, 2016
Deputies said Turner once held a permit to carry a concealed weapon in Alabama, but it expired in January. Disney bans guns from its parks, and even guests with weapons permits can face trespassing charges. A Disney security officer chose Langston to go through the metal detector, at which point the man informed security that he was armed with a gun. Deputies were called in and safely confiscated the pistol. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
Deputies said Turner once held a permit to carry a concealed weapon in Alabama, but it expired in January. Disney bans guns from its parks, and even guests with weapons permits can face trespassing charges. A Disney security officer chose Langston to go through the metal detector, at which point the man informed security that he was armed with a gun. Deputies were called in and safely confiscated the pistol. (more...)
Newt Gingrich to Megyn Kelly: You're 'fascinated with sex'
- October 27, 2016
Donald Trump appeared to congratulate Gingrich on his performance in the interview Wednesday, while speaking at a rally at a Trump hotel he was unveiling in Washington, D.C. "He was so very focused on me that I became the story, and you know, you never want to be the story when you're a newsperson", she said. "He is NOT a sexual predator ", Gingrich shouts, "You can't say that". (more...)
- October 27, 2016
Donald Trump appeared to congratulate Gingrich on his performance in the interview Wednesday, while speaking at a rally at a Trump hotel he was unveiling in Washington, D.C. "He was so very focused on me that I became the story, and you know, you never want to be the story when you're a newsperson", she said. "He is NOT a sexual predator ", Gingrich shouts, "You can't say that". (more...)
Two armed suspects shot by Maryland police
- October 27, 2016
The two were identified as Brandon Jones, 25, and Chelsea M. Porter, 25, both from Dover, Del. DE police said Jones was wanted in connection with a reckless endangering incident on October 18 in which Jones fired a handgun into the air after threatening to shoot a person. (more...)
- October 27, 2016
The two were identified as Brandon Jones, 25, and Chelsea M. Porter, 25, both from Dover, Del. DE police said Jones was wanted in connection with a reckless endangering incident on October 18 in which Jones fired a handgun into the air after threatening to shoot a person. (more...)
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