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Japan and Russian Federation hold talks on security, territorial dispute
- March 20, 2017
Japan hopes the dialogue will help in creating an environment conducive to resolving the dispute over the Kuril islands - under Russian control since Japan's surrender in World War II in 1945. The four ministers then held combined talks on global and bilateral issues. Shoigu, for his part, expressed concerns, particularly over part of the USA missile defense system deployed in Japan, telling Inada it "could disrupt the strategic balance of the Asia-Pacific region", according to the Japanese ... (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Japan hopes the dialogue will help in creating an environment conducive to resolving the dispute over the Kuril islands - under Russian control since Japan's surrender in World War II in 1945. The four ministers then held combined talks on global and bilateral issues. Shoigu, for his part, expressed concerns, particularly over part of the USA missile defense system deployed in Japan, telling Inada it "could disrupt the strategic balance of the Asia-Pacific region", according to the Japanese ... (more...)
Hardline priest sworn in as head of India's Uttar Pradesh state
- March 20, 2017
His supporters believe that Adityanath, who is a strong votary of construction of a Ram temple at the disputed site in Ayodhya, drove BJP's Hindutva campaign single-handedly in eastern UP. On Sunday, Mr Modi ribbed Lalu Yadav over Yogi Adityanath's appointment and got a taste of the Bihar politician's famous humour. Hindu nationalism, in contrast to the ostensibly liberal principles of the Congress party that has governed India for much of the 70 years since independence, has grown in ... (more...)
- March 20, 2017
His supporters believe that Adityanath, who is a strong votary of construction of a Ram temple at the disputed site in Ayodhya, drove BJP's Hindutva campaign single-handedly in eastern UP. On Sunday, Mr Modi ribbed Lalu Yadav over Yogi Adityanath's appointment and got a taste of the Bihar politician's famous humour. Hindu nationalism, in contrast to the ostensibly liberal principles of the Congress party that has governed India for much of the 70 years since independence, has grown in ... (more...)
New Wi-Fi system to offer super-fast connectivity
- March 20, 2017
This new system, also known as "Li-Fi", relies on central light antennas to beam rays of different wavelengths to wireless devices. Since there are no moving parts, it is maintenance-free and needs no power. A new wireless network system developed at Eindhoven University of Technology was able to achieve 42.8 Gbit/s speed using infrared light rays. While being the most advanced and novel aspect of Photonic technology, the system isn't going to be commercially available until at least next ... (more...)
- March 20, 2017
This new system, also known as "Li-Fi", relies on central light antennas to beam rays of different wavelengths to wireless devices. Since there are no moving parts, it is maintenance-free and needs no power. A new wireless network system developed at Eindhoven University of Technology was able to achieve 42.8 Gbit/s speed using infrared light rays. While being the most advanced and novel aspect of Photonic technology, the system isn't going to be commercially available until at least next ... (more...)
Germany's Merkel calls for standardised European rules on using data
- March 20, 2017
The German and Japanese leaders were both coming off a week of meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. The prime minister, who met Trump in February, said "it will be necessary to have rules that are fair and can stand up to democratic appraisal". (more...)
- March 20, 2017
The German and Japanese leaders were both coming off a week of meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. The prime minister, who met Trump in February, said "it will be necessary to have rules that are fair and can stand up to democratic appraisal". (more...)
German foreign minister: Turkey 'further away than ever' from joining EU
- March 20, 2017
Educate your children at better schools, make sure your family live in better areas, drive in the best cars, live in the best houses", said Erdogan. Many parties have received a similar share of votes, ' Cavusoglu said at a rally in the southern city of Antalya. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Educate your children at better schools, make sure your family live in better areas, drive in the best cars, live in the best houses", said Erdogan. Many parties have received a similar share of votes, ' Cavusoglu said at a rally in the southern city of Antalya. (more...)
Britain to formally launch European Union exit on March 29
- March 20, 2017
She will move Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty and make a statement in the House of Commons on March 29, finally setting in train Britain's formal departure from the European Union. But the announcement of the date - March 29 - was the first official confirmation of the government's exact timing. After triggering Article 50, the United Kingdom can begin negotiating terms of the departure from the organization and iron out any future relations with other states in the EU. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
She will move Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty and make a statement in the House of Commons on March 29, finally setting in train Britain's formal departure from the European Union. But the announcement of the date - March 29 - was the first official confirmation of the government's exact timing. After triggering Article 50, the United Kingdom can begin negotiating terms of the departure from the organization and iron out any future relations with other states in the EU. (more...)
North Korea engine test may be prelude to partial ICBM flight
- March 20, 2017
The report indicated that the engine is to be used for North Korea's space and satellite-launching program. "Matters related to Jong-nam's body will be handled by the Health Ministry while our focus is on investigating the crime", he said. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
The report indicated that the engine is to be used for North Korea's space and satellite-launching program. "Matters related to Jong-nam's body will be handled by the Health Ministry while our focus is on investigating the crime", he said. (more...)
Senate intelligence committee schedules hearing on Russian Federation
- March 20, 2017
Intelligence officials have said that Russian Federation was behind the theft of Democratic National Committee emails last summer. The Trump Administration has a pivotal week ahead as hearings, testimonies and votes are all on the agenda. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Intelligence officials have said that Russian Federation was behind the theft of Democratic National Committee emails last summer. The Trump Administration has a pivotal week ahead as hearings, testimonies and votes are all on the agenda. (more...)
BSP leader Shami shot dead in Allahabad
- March 20, 2017
The police arrived soon after and said five bullets had been fired at Shami. In the recently concluded Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Shami had contested against six times victor from the Kunda constituency Raghuraj Pratap Singh alias Raja Bhaiya. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
The police arrived soon after and said five bullets had been fired at Shami. In the recently concluded Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, Shami had contested against six times victor from the Kunda constituency Raghuraj Pratap Singh alias Raja Bhaiya. (more...)
A Guide: What Trump's Slash And Burn Budget Means For The Poor
- March 20, 2017
Overall, the proposed budget , Mulvaney said, would increase defense spending by $54 billion and cut the State Department'a budget by roughly 28 percent. The budget also targets Community Services Block Grant funding, which supports local anti-poverty programs, such as Meals on Wheels for homebound seniors . (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Overall, the proposed budget , Mulvaney said, would increase defense spending by $54 billion and cut the State Department'a budget by roughly 28 percent. The budget also targets Community Services Block Grant funding, which supports local anti-poverty programs, such as Meals on Wheels for homebound seniors . (more...)
Netanyahu targets close commercial ties between Israel and China
- March 20, 2017
He reportedly told the ministers who gathered for the informal meeting on Saturday that if Kahlon refuses to scrap the new broadcaster, set to start transmitting at the end of April, then "we'll go to elections". Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told China's premier that he wants to boost their countries' cooperation in advanced technology, as he leads a large business delegation to promote commercial ties with the Asian giant. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
He reportedly told the ministers who gathered for the informal meeting on Saturday that if Kahlon refuses to scrap the new broadcaster, set to start transmitting at the end of April, then "we'll go to elections". Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told China's premier that he wants to boost their countries' cooperation in advanced technology, as he leads a large business delegation to promote commercial ties with the Asian giant. (more...)
M&S suspends advertising on Google
- March 20, 2017
McDonald's United Kingdom also said it had pulled ads through Google, saying it was "disappointed to learn" that safeguards it had "to protect against our adverts appearing alongside unacceptable content" had fallen through. In the wake of rising anger, Google has announced that it will introduce changes in its advertising policies. Sir Martin Sorrell, chief executive of WPP, said: "We have always said Google, Facebook and others are media companies and have the same responsibilities as any ... (more...)
- March 20, 2017
McDonald's United Kingdom also said it had pulled ads through Google, saying it was "disappointed to learn" that safeguards it had "to protect against our adverts appearing alongside unacceptable content" had fallen through. In the wake of rising anger, Google has announced that it will introduce changes in its advertising policies. Sir Martin Sorrell, chief executive of WPP, said: "We have always said Google, Facebook and others are media companies and have the same responsibilities as any ... (more...)
Ryan on healthcare plan: 'We're right where we want to be'
- March 20, 2017
Among the changes being considered are allowing states to impose a work requirement for able-bodied Medicaid recipients and increasing tax credits for lower income and older Americans , he said. "We've talked to so many folks in the House of Representatives to try to see what their discomfort level is, if they have any, with this piece of legislation", he said. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Among the changes being considered are allowing states to impose a work requirement for able-bodied Medicaid recipients and increasing tax credits for lower income and older Americans , he said. "We've talked to so many folks in the House of Representatives to try to see what their discomfort level is, if they have any, with this piece of legislation", he said. (more...)
Trump criticizes North Korean leader Kim
- March 20, 2017
Trump, who travelled to his Mar-a-Lago resort, Florida, said he discussed North Korea's missile launches during meetings over the weekend. The North Korean leader was reportedly in attendance at the test of a new high-thrust engine. The following day, Tillerson, speaking in South Korea, clarified what was meant by "new approach". "The development and completion of a new-type high-thrust engine would help consolidate the scientific and technological foundation to match the world-level ... (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Trump, who travelled to his Mar-a-Lago resort, Florida, said he discussed North Korea's missile launches during meetings over the weekend. The North Korean leader was reportedly in attendance at the test of a new high-thrust engine. The following day, Tillerson, speaking in South Korea, clarified what was meant by "new approach". "The development and completion of a new-type high-thrust engine would help consolidate the scientific and technological foundation to match the world-level ... (more...)
G20 probably won't include any mention of trade in communique
- March 20, 2017
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin tried to downplay any division, saying that language in the group's annual statement opposing protectionism was "not really relevant" any longer. July meeting Seeking to put " America first ", Mr Trump has already pulled out of a key trade agreement and proposed a new tax on imports, arguing that certain trade relationships need to be reworked to make them fairer for USA workers. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin tried to downplay any division, saying that language in the group's annual statement opposing protectionism was "not really relevant" any longer. July meeting Seeking to put " America first ", Mr Trump has already pulled out of a key trade agreement and proposed a new tax on imports, arguing that certain trade relationships need to be reworked to make them fairer for USA workers. (more...)
North Korea test seen as ominous development due to technical progress
- March 20, 2017
Last week, Tillerson issued the Trump administration's starkest warning yet to North Korea, saying in Seoul that a military response would be "on the table" if it took action to threaten South Korean and USA forces. While in Tokyo he had said that efforts over the past 20 years to prevent a nuclear North Korea had failed. That would put parts of the United States in range. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Last week, Tillerson issued the Trump administration's starkest warning yet to North Korea, saying in Seoul that a military response would be "on the table" if it took action to threaten South Korean and USA forces. While in Tokyo he had said that efforts over the past 20 years to prevent a nuclear North Korea had failed. That would put parts of the United States in range. (more...)
Trump's approval rating falls to record low - Gallup
- March 20, 2017
The Gallup poll , which measures public opinion and attitudes, and has margin of error of ±3 percentage points, also noted the economic confidence index was down 3 points to 7. New polls show that President Donald Trump is historically unpopular with all voters and especially with younger voters. The law is clear. Trump has already received backlash from both Democrats and Republicans on unsubstantiated claims he made that Obama "wire tapped" Trump Tower. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
The Gallup poll , which measures public opinion and attitudes, and has margin of error of ±3 percentage points, also noted the economic confidence index was down 3 points to 7. New polls show that President Donald Trump is historically unpopular with all voters and especially with younger voters. The law is clear. Trump has already received backlash from both Democrats and Republicans on unsubstantiated claims he made that Obama "wire tapped" Trump Tower. (more...)
North Korea's Kim 'acting very, very badly'
- March 20, 2017
The threatening release comes as the USA and South Korea engage in military exercises. Euan Graham, director of global security at Australia's Lowy Institute, said the North Korea's twin civilian and military rocket programs may have "become so sophisticated they're moving on separate tracks". (more...)
- March 20, 2017
The threatening release comes as the USA and South Korea engage in military exercises. Euan Graham, director of global security at Australia's Lowy Institute, said the North Korea's twin civilian and military rocket programs may have "become so sophisticated they're moving on separate tracks". (more...)
Seven-day local weather forecast for March 19 through March 25
- March 20, 2017
Wednesday: A chance of showers before 7 a.m. A 40 percent chance of showers overnight, otherwise mostly cloudy, low of 56. Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. North northeast wind around 6 miles per hour becoming calm in the evening. Calm wind becoming east northeast around 5 miles per hour in the afternoon. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Wednesday: A chance of showers before 7 a.m. A 40 percent chance of showers overnight, otherwise mostly cloudy, low of 56. Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. North northeast wind around 6 miles per hour becoming calm in the evening. Calm wind becoming east northeast around 5 miles per hour in the afternoon. (more...)
Pak-Afghan borders to be opened immediately: Nawaz Sharif
- March 20, 2017
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has announced the reopening of Pakistan's border with Afghanistan after a month-long closure due to rise in tensions between the two neighboring countries. Sharif hoped the Afghan government would address the reasons that led to the closure of the border. The crossings - Torkham at the famed Khyber Pass, and Chaman in Balochistan province - were closed last month after a wave of militant violence killed 130 people across Pakistan. (more...)
- March 20, 2017
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has announced the reopening of Pakistan's border with Afghanistan after a month-long closure due to rise in tensions between the two neighboring countries. Sharif hoped the Afghan government would address the reasons that led to the closure of the border. The crossings - Torkham at the famed Khyber Pass, and Chaman in Balochistan province - were closed last month after a wave of militant violence killed 130 people across Pakistan. (more...)
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