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Cyclone Debbie Aftermath Terrorizes Australia With Washed-Up Sharks, Crocs
- April 03, 2017
Cyclone Debbie struck on Tuesday, smashing tourist resorts, flattening canefields and shutting down coal mines in Queensland State as a category four storm, one rung below the most risky wind speed level. Eagleby man Nelson Raebel was found not far from where he was last seen on Friday afternoon near Eagelby Road, police said. There are concerns also for the towns of Ballina and Woodburn, which are downstream from Lismore and in the path of floodwaters retreating to the coast. (more...)
- April 03, 2017
Cyclone Debbie struck on Tuesday, smashing tourist resorts, flattening canefields and shutting down coal mines in Queensland State as a category four storm, one rung below the most risky wind speed level. Eagleby man Nelson Raebel was found not far from where he was last seen on Friday afternoon near Eagelby Road, police said. There are concerns also for the towns of Ballina and Woodburn, which are downstream from Lismore and in the path of floodwaters retreating to the coast. (more...)
Over 10.2 Lakh Students Appear for Joint Entrance Examination-Main
- April 03, 2017
The pattern followed this year was similar to the JEE main patter from 2011 to 2016. Previously the central board of secondary education has released the admit cards on 14th March 2017 for the first and later directed the candidates to download the revised admit cards after the board changed both its online and offline centres. (more...)
- April 03, 2017
The pattern followed this year was similar to the JEE main patter from 2011 to 2016. Previously the central board of secondary education has released the admit cards on 14th March 2017 for the first and later directed the candidates to download the revised admit cards after the board changed both its online and offline centres. (more...)
John L. Harrison Jr., of the famed Tuskegee Airmen, dies
- April 03, 2017
He said if the global aerospace and defense firm wins, the advanced assembly center would create 750 high-wage, full-time jobs over a 10-year ramp-up period. Air Force". The trainer, based on the company's proven M-346 aircraft, has been selected for this role by Italy, Israel, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and Poland. (more...)
- April 03, 2017
He said if the global aerospace and defense firm wins, the advanced assembly center would create 750 high-wage, full-time jobs over a 10-year ramp-up period. Air Force". The trainer, based on the company's proven M-346 aircraft, has been selected for this role by Italy, Israel, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and Poland. (more...)
Michael Flynn did not reveal Russian Federation speaking fees in White House
- April 03, 2017
The bulk - $827,055 - came from the Flynn Intel Group, the consulting business he founded after being pushed out as the chief of the Defence Intelligence Agency in 2014. The lesson here for Trump is that he and his White House should never have tried to BS a former prosecutor. Former Trump campaign aides and Russian officials have denied any such involvement. (more...)
- April 03, 2017
The bulk - $827,055 - came from the Flynn Intel Group, the consulting business he founded after being pushed out as the chief of the Defence Intelligence Agency in 2014. The lesson here for Trump is that he and his White House should never have tried to BS a former prosecutor. Former Trump campaign aides and Russian officials have denied any such involvement. (more...)
Israeli police: Palestinian stabs 3 in old city of Jerusalem
- April 03, 2017
Israeli authorities say at least 47 Israelis have been killed by Palestinians over the same period. In a minor headline, Al-Quds said that Israeli-peace organizations held a march in Jerusalem in protest of the continuation of the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories. (more...)
- April 03, 2017
Israeli authorities say at least 47 Israelis have been killed by Palestinians over the same period. In a minor headline, Al-Quds said that Israeli-peace organizations held a march in Jerusalem in protest of the continuation of the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories. (more...)
Government condemns Israel's newly announced settlement plan
- April 03, 2017
On Thursday, The Israeli security cabinet unanimously approved the establishment of a new settlement to house settlers evacuated from the illegal outpost of Amona in February. Senior Palestinian official Hanan Ashrawi said the move showed the government was pushing ahead with "their systematic policies of settler colonialism, apartheid and ethnic cleansing, showing a total and blatant disregard for Palestinian human rights". (more...)
- April 03, 2017
On Thursday, The Israeli security cabinet unanimously approved the establishment of a new settlement to house settlers evacuated from the illegal outpost of Amona in February. Senior Palestinian official Hanan Ashrawi said the move showed the government was pushing ahead with "their systematic policies of settler colonialism, apartheid and ethnic cleansing, showing a total and blatant disregard for Palestinian human rights". (more...)
Russian Manafort Client: Willing To Speak To Congress
- April 03, 2017
An investigation has since been underway by the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. One implication of this line of thought, though, is that it might be the Trump administration itself that is keeping the spotlight on Putin and Russian Federation as a way of distracting our attention from what is going on in our own backyards. (more...)
- April 03, 2017
An investigation has since been underway by the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. One implication of this line of thought, though, is that it might be the Trump administration itself that is keeping the spotlight on Putin and Russian Federation as a way of distracting our attention from what is going on in our own backyards. (more...)
PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Jammu & Kashmir tunnel
- April 03, 2017
He said that while some misguided youngsters were pelting stones, the youth of Kashmir were cutting stones to create infrastructure. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the youth of Kashmir to choose tourism and development over terrorism, shortly after inaugurating a 37.2 billion rupee ($574 million) highway tunnel in the northern state of Jammu and Kashmir. (more...)
- April 03, 2017
He said that while some misguided youngsters were pelting stones, the youth of Kashmir were cutting stones to create infrastructure. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the youth of Kashmir to choose tourism and development over terrorism, shortly after inaugurating a 37.2 billion rupee ($574 million) highway tunnel in the northern state of Jammu and Kashmir. (more...)
Iraq, coalition officials scramble to prevent another 'Mosul massacre'
- April 02, 2017
His comments come after the senior U.S. leader in Iraq, General Stephen Townsend, acknowledged this week that a coalition strike in the northern city earlier this month "probably" killed dozens of civilians. Local officials and eyewitnesses say as many as 240 people may were killed in the al-Jadida district when a huge blast caused a building to collapse, burying families inside. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
His comments come after the senior U.S. leader in Iraq, General Stephen Townsend, acknowledged this week that a coalition strike in the northern city earlier this month "probably" killed dozens of civilians. Local officials and eyewitnesses say as many as 240 people may were killed in the al-Jadida district when a huge blast caused a building to collapse, burying families inside. (more...)
N. Carolina and Gonzaga will meet for NCAA hoops title
- April 02, 2017
Luke Maye , who had become a folk hero around Chapel Hill after making the last-second jump shot to beat Kentucky in the Elite Eight, didn't make a shot from the field and got in foul trouble. Berry has sprained both of his ankles over the past couple of weeks, forcing him to play in considerable pain and discomfort while still leading the Tar Heels to the Final Four . (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Luke Maye , who had become a folk hero around Chapel Hill after making the last-second jump shot to beat Kentucky in the Elite Eight, didn't make a shot from the field and got in foul trouble. Berry has sprained both of his ankles over the past couple of weeks, forcing him to play in considerable pain and discomfort while still leading the Tar Heels to the Final Four . (more...)
Australia and China reach agreements aimed at increasing trade
- April 02, 2017
Vice President Mike Pence. Australia's agriculture exports to China were worth more than A$8 billion (US$6.14 billion) a year ago. China has copped worldwide criticism for its activities building artificial islands in the South China Sea and its installation of weapons on them. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Vice President Mike Pence. Australia's agriculture exports to China were worth more than A$8 billion (US$6.14 billion) a year ago. China has copped worldwide criticism for its activities building artificial islands in the South China Sea and its installation of weapons on them. (more...)
US ambassador: No question Russia meddled in election
- April 02, 2017
Trump has taken publicly on the country. Haley appeared on ABC's "This Week" and told host Martha Raddatz that she and Trump have the same message for Moscow but the media is reporting it differently. "They get that we're getting our strength back, we're getting our voice back and we're starting to lead again". "He can say what he wants whenever he wants, but the direction we've gotten is to do our jobs, make sure that the United States is strong and that's what we'll do", Haley said. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Trump has taken publicly on the country. Haley appeared on ABC's "This Week" and told host Martha Raddatz that she and Trump have the same message for Moscow but the media is reporting it differently. "They get that we're getting our strength back, we're getting our voice back and we're starting to lead again". "He can say what he wants whenever he wants, but the direction we've gotten is to do our jobs, make sure that the United States is strong and that's what we'll do", Haley said. (more...)
Families of the Westminster terror attack victims in court for inquest
- April 02, 2017
Police officers and members of the public will join hands, forming two long human chains along the bridge's east and west pavements, while 500 faith leaders walk across the bridge between them. "We're here to show that we are united with our fellow countrymen and remembering those who have fallen, especially PC Keith Palmer ". Mr Masood was fatally shot by defence secretary Michael Fallon's close protection officers moments later, but concerns were raised about why the main gates were open ... (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Police officers and members of the public will join hands, forming two long human chains along the bridge's east and west pavements, while 500 faith leaders walk across the bridge between them. "We're here to show that we are united with our fellow countrymen and remembering those who have fallen, especially PC Keith Palmer ". Mr Masood was fatally shot by defence secretary Michael Fallon's close protection officers moments later, but concerns were raised about why the main gates were open ... (more...)
North Korea Says It Tested New 'High-Thrust' Rocket Engine
- April 02, 2017
In an interview on Saturday, Tillerson said Washington's goal is the get rid of North Korea's nuclear weapons, but he added that "circumstances could evolve to the point that for mutual deterrence reasons, we might have to consider" South Korea and Japan also arming themselves with nuclear weapons. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
In an interview on Saturday, Tillerson said Washington's goal is the get rid of North Korea's nuclear weapons, but he added that "circumstances could evolve to the point that for mutual deterrence reasons, we might have to consider" South Korea and Japan also arming themselves with nuclear weapons. (more...)
South Africa Bids Farewell to a Giant of its Democracy
- April 02, 2017
There is the Ahmed Kathrada foundation: they are very active and very strong in upholding his belief in non-racism and integrity and accountability of government. "This is great loss to the ANC (the African National Congress, South Africa's ruling party), the broader liberation movement and South Africa as a whole". (more...)
- April 02, 2017
There is the Ahmed Kathrada foundation: they are very active and very strong in upholding his belief in non-racism and integrity and accountability of government. "This is great loss to the ANC (the African National Congress, South Africa's ruling party), the broader liberation movement and South Africa as a whole". (more...)
Kim Jong Nam: Corpse arrives in Pyongyang
- April 02, 2017
Ri, Hyon and Kim had been holed up in the North Korean Embassy, where Malaysian police were prevented from entering without permission under the Vienna Convention, which lays out the global rules of diplomacy. On Thursday, Najib had announced the return of the body, but did not mention Kim by name. North Korea has expanded the control of movement from areas bordering China to nationwide ahead of the 105th birth anniversary of its founder Kim Il-sung next month, a USA broadcaster said Friday. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Ri, Hyon and Kim had been holed up in the North Korean Embassy, where Malaysian police were prevented from entering without permission under the Vienna Convention, which lays out the global rules of diplomacy. On Thursday, Najib had announced the return of the body, but did not mention Kim by name. North Korea has expanded the control of movement from areas bordering China to nationwide ahead of the 105th birth anniversary of its founder Kim Il-sung next month, a USA broadcaster said Friday. (more...)
Venezuela's Supreme Court steps in to quell protests over Nicolas Maduro's rule
- April 02, 2017
The Supreme Court ruled late Wednesday that until lawmakers abided by previous rulings that nullified all legislation passed by congress, the high court could assume the constitutionally assigned powers of the National Assembly, which has been controlled by the opposition since it won a landslide victory in elections in late 2015. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
The Supreme Court ruled late Wednesday that until lawmakers abided by previous rulings that nullified all legislation passed by congress, the high court could assume the constitutionally assigned powers of the National Assembly, which has been controlled by the opposition since it won a landslide victory in elections in late 2015. (more...)
France's Le Pen under fire in first presidential debate
- April 02, 2017
An accusation the former investment banker did not accept, saying he was the only candidate not funded by public money. He also said that if he was elected president he would set up a committee to propose measures to "moralise" politics. "From the point of view of worldwide investors, this is a positive as it keeps France's position in the euro zone secure, or at least not weaker", said DZ Bank analyst Rene Albrecht. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
An accusation the former investment banker did not accept, saying he was the only candidate not funded by public money. He also said that if he was elected president he would set up a committee to propose measures to "moralise" politics. "From the point of view of worldwide investors, this is a positive as it keeps France's position in the euro zone secure, or at least not weaker", said DZ Bank analyst Rene Albrecht. (more...)
South Africa's new finance minister vows 'radical' change
- April 02, 2017
He said members and leaders of the ANC were expected to focus on what unified, rather than what divided them. Most of the sacked ministers were "good performing ministers", he said. Analysts and local media have said the struggle between Gordan and Zuma is rooted in the president's desire to get more control over the Treasury, which has a world-class reputation for transparency and expertise. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
He said members and leaders of the ANC were expected to focus on what unified, rather than what divided them. Most of the sacked ministers were "good performing ministers", he said. Analysts and local media have said the struggle between Gordan and Zuma is rooted in the president's desire to get more control over the Treasury, which has a world-class reputation for transparency and expertise. (more...)
Belgium probes Mosul air strikes that killed civilians
- April 02, 2017
Iraqi fighter jets have carried out airstrikes against ISIS outside Mosul, killing more than 100 militants, Iraq's government said in a statement Saturday. Officials of the USA -led anti-IS coalition had not confirmed the extremist's death by Saturday evening. Jan Kubis, the United Nations envoy to Iraq and the UNAMI chief, condemned IS continued deliberate targeting of civilians and praised the efforts of the Iraqi government to protect civilians during the fighting in Mosul, ... (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Iraqi fighter jets have carried out airstrikes against ISIS outside Mosul, killing more than 100 militants, Iraq's government said in a statement Saturday. Officials of the USA -led anti-IS coalition had not confirmed the extremist's death by Saturday evening. Jan Kubis, the United Nations envoy to Iraq and the UNAMI chief, condemned IS continued deliberate targeting of civilians and praised the efforts of the Iraqi government to protect civilians during the fighting in Mosul, ... (more...)
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