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Big Contingent of US Special Forces Joins Regular Drills
- March 14, 2017
Scheduled to run through March 24, the combined exercise is expected to be the largest-ever in terms of scale, with the participation of about 300,000 troops and the deployment of U.S. Seoul and Washington first agreed to deploy THAAD in July 2016 amid South Korea's growing unease about the nuclear program of North Korea that fired four ballistic missiles March 6. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Scheduled to run through March 24, the combined exercise is expected to be the largest-ever in terms of scale, with the participation of about 300,000 troops and the deployment of U.S. Seoul and Washington first agreed to deploy THAAD in July 2016 amid South Korea's growing unease about the nuclear program of North Korea that fired four ballistic missiles March 6. (more...)
Carjacker Murders Motorist Because He Couldn't Steal Car with Stick Shift
- March 14, 2017
Pedro Aguilar, his wife and their 10-year-old daughter were returning home to their apartment when a sedan pulled up and two men held Aguilar at gunpoint while he was in the driver's seat, KHOU-TV reported. Aguilar died at the scene in front of his family. "He says, 'My babies are everything", son Kevin Aguilar told KTRK of his father. The men held Aguilar at gunpoint and demanded that he leave the auto, KHOU reported. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Pedro Aguilar, his wife and their 10-year-old daughter were returning home to their apartment when a sedan pulled up and two men held Aguilar at gunpoint while he was in the driver's seat, KHOU-TV reported. Aguilar died at the scene in front of his family. "He says, 'My babies are everything", son Kevin Aguilar told KTRK of his father. The men held Aguilar at gunpoint and demanded that he leave the auto, KHOU reported. (more...)
NY State of Emergency starts at midnight
- March 14, 2017
Metropolitan Transportation Authority officials will make the call early Tuesday morning and re-assess as the day goes on, according to the governor. Service may be suspended. In the past, Cuomo's administration has shut down portions of the Thruway and Interstate 84 during major snow storms. The declaration was made in response to a Winter Storm Warning for all of the state that runs from 8 p.m. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Metropolitan Transportation Authority officials will make the call early Tuesday morning and re-assess as the day goes on, according to the governor. Service may be suspended. In the past, Cuomo's administration has shut down portions of the Thruway and Interstate 84 during major snow storms. The declaration was made in response to a Winter Storm Warning for all of the state that runs from 8 p.m. (more...)
Illegal trawling and poaching detected within Sri Lankan waters
- March 14, 2017
The fishermen told the minister that they would not give up the stir as they wanted a permanent solution to the problem of such frequent attacks. She said investigation was on into the killing after which suitable steps will be taken to prevent recurrence of such incidents. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
The fishermen told the minister that they would not give up the stir as they wanted a permanent solution to the problem of such frequent attacks. She said investigation was on into the killing after which suitable steps will be taken to prevent recurrence of such incidents. (more...)
CAS slaps life ban on Russian doping 'mastermind'
- March 14, 2017
The former Olympic fencing champion, who replaced Vitaly Mutko as sports minister in October, was speaking to more than 700 delegates at the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) annual symposium in Lausanne. Russian Federation ratified the worldwide convention against doping in sport in late 2006. The Lausanne-based court said in a statement it had slapped Portugalov with a "lifetime period of ineligibility" beginning March 10, 2017, for having supplied athletes with banned substances. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
The former Olympic fencing champion, who replaced Vitaly Mutko as sports minister in October, was speaking to more than 700 delegates at the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) annual symposium in Lausanne. Russian Federation ratified the worldwide convention against doping in sport in late 2006. The Lausanne-based court said in a statement it had slapped Portugalov with a "lifetime period of ineligibility" beginning March 10, 2017, for having supplied athletes with banned substances. (more...)
Simulation: Predicted NCAA tournament Cinderellas, sleepers and busts
- March 14, 2017
With a win in that game, Villanova would face the victor of Wisconsin and Virginia Tech. March Madness usually brings a storm of oddsmakers second-guessing the selection committee, and certainly there were instances where the odds indicated errors this year. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
With a win in that game, Villanova would face the victor of Wisconsin and Virginia Tech. March Madness usually brings a storm of oddsmakers second-guessing the selection committee, and certainly there were instances where the odds indicated errors this year. (more...)
PM gets tough on unvaccinated children
- March 14, 2017
The prime minister has written to state and community leaders asking them to support a nationwide policy and more consistent laws. Public health experts have welcomed the prime minister's proposal, pointing out that it has always been proved that vaccines save lives and that the government must combat out-of-date belief systems. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
The prime minister has written to state and community leaders asking them to support a nationwide policy and more consistent laws. Public health experts have welcomed the prime minister's proposal, pointing out that it has always been proved that vaccines save lives and that the government must combat out-of-date belief systems. (more...)
Intruder arrested on White House grounds
- March 14, 2017
He reportedly made it to the East Room . In one notable 2014 incident, while Barack Obama was president, a disturbed Army veteran jumped the White House fence, sprinted across the lawn and entered the building with a knife in his pocket. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
He reportedly made it to the East Room . In one notable 2014 incident, while Barack Obama was president, a disturbed Army veteran jumped the White House fence, sprinted across the lawn and entered the building with a knife in his pocket. (more...)
Pennsylvania residents urged to prepare for winter storm
- March 14, 2017
He is asking all drivers, including commercial ones, to avoid unnecessary travel so that PennDOT crews can clear roadways. The announcement comes as numerous municipalities throughout Luzerne County announce garbage collection changes or parking bans ahead of the storm. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
He is asking all drivers, including commercial ones, to avoid unnecessary travel so that PennDOT crews can clear roadways. The announcement comes as numerous municipalities throughout Luzerne County announce garbage collection changes or parking bans ahead of the storm. (more...)
ISIS-held sections of Mosul surrounded
- March 14, 2017
The militants are vastly outnumbered and outgunned by Iraqi forces backed by a US -led coalition and are defending their last major stronghold in Iraq using suicide vehicle bombs, snipers and mortars. Iraqi forces have now reclaimed around 30 per cent of west Mosul. More than 215,000 people are now internally displaced from Mosul and surrounding areas following the military operations which began in October 2016, according to the United Nations refugee agency, UNHCR. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
The militants are vastly outnumbered and outgunned by Iraqi forces backed by a US -led coalition and are defending their last major stronghold in Iraq using suicide vehicle bombs, snipers and mortars. Iraqi forces have now reclaimed around 30 per cent of west Mosul. More than 215,000 people are now internally displaced from Mosul and surrounding areas following the military operations which began in October 2016, according to the United Nations refugee agency, UNHCR. (more...)
S.Koreans celebrate Park's removal, but ousted leader silent
- March 14, 2017
Tens of thousands of Koreans who supported the ouster took to the streets over the weekend, cheering and waving flags, while another group of those who supported Park vowed to resist what they call "political assassination". South Korea must hold an election within two months to choose Park's successor. Leading in opinion polls to succeed her is prominent liberal politician, Moon Jae-in, who advocates reconciliation with North Korea. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Tens of thousands of Koreans who supported the ouster took to the streets over the weekend, cheering and waving flags, while another group of those who supported Park vowed to resist what they call "political assassination". South Korea must hold an election within two months to choose Park's successor. Leading in opinion polls to succeed her is prominent liberal politician, Moon Jae-in, who advocates reconciliation with North Korea. (more...)
The Turkey-Netherlands dispute explained
- March 14, 2017
Mr Rutte warned in a statement that the Turkish threat of sanctions made "the search for a reasonable solution impossible". Speaking at the "International Benevolence Awards" ceremony in Istanbul, he spoke of a racist, Islamophobic, and fascist Europe. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Mr Rutte warned in a statement that the Turkish threat of sanctions made "the search for a reasonable solution impossible". Speaking at the "International Benevolence Awards" ceremony in Istanbul, he spoke of a racist, Islamophobic, and fascist Europe. (more...)
USA jobs surge clears the way for Fed to raise rates
- March 14, 2017
Among major demographic groups, the unemployment rate fell for most but rose by 0.4 points among African Americans to 8.1 percent. "One more piece of evidence that the Canadian economy has turned the corner". The figures reinforce the message from the Federal Reserve that the USA is homing in on full employment and remove a final barrier to a quarter-point rate increase on Thursday morning, our time. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Among major demographic groups, the unemployment rate fell for most but rose by 0.4 points among African Americans to 8.1 percent. "One more piece of evidence that the Canadian economy has turned the corner". The figures reinforce the message from the Federal Reserve that the USA is homing in on full employment and remove a final barrier to a quarter-point rate increase on Thursday morning, our time. (more...)
Holi celebrated with traditional zeal
- March 14, 2017
You can read the legend of Holi along with its religious significance . Holi signifies the victory of good over evil and also heralds the advent of spring. Hindus are celebrating one of the world's most colourful religious festivals this week - which has had more of an impact in the United Kingdom that you'd think. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
You can read the legend of Holi along with its religious significance . Holi signifies the victory of good over evil and also heralds the advent of spring. Hindus are celebrating one of the world's most colourful religious festivals this week - which has had more of an impact in the United Kingdom that you'd think. (more...)
McCain calls on Trump to clarify wiretapping claim
- March 14, 2017
Trump did not provide any evidence of the claim, and a spokesperson for Obama denied that he or any White House official called for the surveillance. Congress has given the Department of Justice until Monday evening to provide evidence the Obama administration wiretapped President Donald Trump's phones previous year. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Trump did not provide any evidence of the claim, and a spokesperson for Obama denied that he or any White House official called for the surveillance. Congress has given the Department of Justice until Monday evening to provide evidence the Obama administration wiretapped President Donald Trump's phones previous year. (more...)
PIAA adjusts basketball, swimming schedules because of impending storm
- March 14, 2017
In Class 3A , Trinity boys Del-Val Charter at 6 p.m. Thursday at Manheim Twp. The diving portion of the meet, which also was spread over four days, will be held on March 25 for 2A and March 26 for 3A. In Class A girls, District 5 champion Berlin Brothersvalley will play District 6 champion Bishop Carroll at 6 p.m.at Altoona Area High School. The swimming championships will have timed finals. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
In Class 3A , Trinity boys Del-Val Charter at 6 p.m. Thursday at Manheim Twp. The diving portion of the meet, which also was spread over four days, will be held on March 25 for 2A and March 26 for 3A. In Class A girls, District 5 champion Berlin Brothersvalley will play District 6 champion Bishop Carroll at 6 p.m.at Altoona Area High School. The swimming championships will have timed finals. (more...)
The THAAD deployment spat
- March 14, 2017
Ms Park's government wanted to install the radar and missile batteries to protect against potential strikes from an increasingly erratic North Korea. The Director of the Center, Paul Haenle, is a leading China expert and a veteran of the George W. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Ms Park's government wanted to install the radar and missile batteries to protect against potential strikes from an increasingly erratic North Korea. The Director of the Center, Paul Haenle, is a leading China expert and a veteran of the George W. (more...)
Conway walks back Trump Tower surveillance remarks
- March 14, 2017
When asked whether or not she believed the accusations, Kellyanne responded by saying, " What I can say is there are many ways to surveil each other now, unfortunately". After Matt Lauer compared Trump's claims about being wiretapped by Obama to his promotion of the discredited birther conspiracy theories, Conway replied, "I'm not surprised you're conflating the two, but I fail to see the comparison". (more...)
- March 14, 2017
When asked whether or not she believed the accusations, Kellyanne responded by saying, " What I can say is there are many ways to surveil each other now, unfortunately". After Matt Lauer compared Trump's claims about being wiretapped by Obama to his promotion of the discredited birther conspiracy theories, Conway replied, "I'm not surprised you're conflating the two, but I fail to see the comparison". (more...)
NATO Secretary Urges Allies to Spend More on Military
- March 14, 2017
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg addresses a press conference after a two-day NATO Defence Ministers meeting at its headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, Feb. Europe was last at two percent in 2000. "For nearly 70 years the unique partnership between Europe and North America has ensured peace and prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic.That is an achievement we can never take for granted", Stoltenberg said. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg addresses a press conference after a two-day NATO Defence Ministers meeting at its headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, Feb. Europe was last at two percent in 2000. "For nearly 70 years the unique partnership between Europe and North America has ensured peace and prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic.That is an achievement we can never take for granted", Stoltenberg said. (more...)
Twitter Hilariously Burns Kellyanne Conway For Microwave Comment
- March 14, 2017
But she drew more ridicule online when asked about her comments on CNN . "Feeding people's animosity? Look over your shoulder". "The question is why were you doing that?" "Response to Bergen Record was about surveillance articles in news & techniques generally, not about campaign". (more...)
- March 14, 2017
But she drew more ridicule online when asked about her comments on CNN . "Feeding people's animosity? Look over your shoulder". "The question is why were you doing that?" "Response to Bergen Record was about surveillance articles in news & techniques generally, not about campaign". (more...)
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