World
Pressure on Nepal over Doklam standoff
- August 08, 2017
In a fresh warning to India, Chinese state media People's Daily has said that India should not underestimate China's resolve to defend its territorial sovereignty. Like it has done in its previously editorials on and about the Doklam standoff , the Global Times brought up the 1962 Indo-Sino war that saw India suffer a humiliating defeat. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
In a fresh warning to India, Chinese state media People's Daily has said that India should not underestimate China's resolve to defend its territorial sovereignty. Like it has done in its previously editorials on and about the Doklam standoff , the Global Times brought up the 1962 Indo-Sino war that saw India suffer a humiliating defeat. (more...)
ASEAN ministers condemn China's land reclamation, militarization in South China Sea
- August 08, 2017
The draft framework was completed last May during the 14th ASEAN-China Senior Officials' meeting on the implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of the Parties in the South China Sea (DOC) held in Guiying, China. A separate ASEAN document, dated May and seen by Reuters , shows that Vietnam pushed for stronger, more specific text in the framework, wanting mention of a dispute resolution mechanism and respecting "sovereignty, sovereign rights and jurisdiction". (more...)
- August 08, 2017
The draft framework was completed last May during the 14th ASEAN-China Senior Officials' meeting on the implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of the Parties in the South China Sea (DOC) held in Guiying, China. A separate ASEAN document, dated May and seen by Reuters , shows that Vietnam pushed for stronger, more specific text in the framework, wanting mention of a dispute resolution mechanism and respecting "sovereignty, sovereign rights and jurisdiction". (more...)
Shearer insists Chelsea & Arsenal have to spend big
- August 08, 2017
He added: "I believe the quality of the game was very good". They've brought players in but I think he wants more because now they're going to be competing in the Champions League as well'. "To see that Matic has left Chelsea and gone to Manchester, could you have tried to persuade him to stay in London? We have players pumped up in the gym and players who are born strong". (more...)
- August 08, 2017
He added: "I believe the quality of the game was very good". They've brought players in but I think he wants more because now they're going to be competing in the Champions League as well'. "To see that Matic has left Chelsea and gone to Manchester, could you have tried to persuade him to stay in London? We have players pumped up in the gym and players who are born strong". (more...)
'Further action required' after UN North Korea missile test sanctions, Haley says
- August 08, 2017
North Korea pulled out of the talks - which also include South Korea, the U.S., China , Japan and Russian Federation - in 2009 to protest global condemnation of a long-range rocket launch. ASEAN's problem in agreeing the wording highlight China's growing influence at a time of uncertainty over the new US administration's policy on the South China Sea and to what extent it will contest China's assertiveness. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
North Korea pulled out of the talks - which also include South Korea, the U.S., China , Japan and Russian Federation - in 2009 to protest global condemnation of a long-range rocket launch. ASEAN's problem in agreeing the wording highlight China's growing influence at a time of uncertainty over the new US administration's policy on the South China Sea and to what extent it will contest China's assertiveness. (more...)
One dead, over 30 injured in blast near Lahore's Band Road
- August 08, 2017
Police and security agencies too have not issued a statement about the nature of the blast. The roof of a nearby house also collapse with the impact of the blast, injuring a minor girl who was pulled out of the rubble. They were trying to assess the exact weight of the explosives. According to rescue service official, one dead body has been pulled out the rubble of the damaged building, which was destroyed after the blast that injured other 37 people, a lot of them were passer-bys, who ... (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Police and security agencies too have not issued a statement about the nature of the blast. The roof of a nearby house also collapse with the impact of the blast, injuring a minor girl who was pulled out of the rubble. They were trying to assess the exact weight of the explosives. According to rescue service official, one dead body has been pulled out the rubble of the damaged building, which was destroyed after the blast that injured other 37 people, a lot of them were passer-bys, who ... (more...)
Japan, AU, US tells PH: Abide with arbitral tribunal's award
- August 08, 2017
They urged the North to immediately and fully comply with its obligations under UN Security Council resolutions. She also said the onus was on all countries to maintain regional peace and stability and respect worldwide law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). (more...)
- August 08, 2017
They urged the North to immediately and fully comply with its obligations under UN Security Council resolutions. She also said the onus was on all countries to maintain regional peace and stability and respect worldwide law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). (more...)
Six sacked Tripura TMC MLAs join BJP
- August 08, 2017
Ram Madhav and Himanta Biswa Sharma reportedly played a key role in pursuing MLAs to join BJP in a bid to unify major opposition stakeholders to take on CPI (M) which has a strong organisation and support base in Tripura. "We're in a good position to dethrone the Communist party from power in Tripura", Sudhindra Dasgupta, a member of BJP's national executive, said. Pradhan exhorted the Chief Minister to visit Gujarat to have a new concept of development and replicate Gujarat model of ... (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Ram Madhav and Himanta Biswa Sharma reportedly played a key role in pursuing MLAs to join BJP in a bid to unify major opposition stakeholders to take on CPI (M) which has a strong organisation and support base in Tripura. "We're in a good position to dethrone the Communist party from power in Tripura", Sudhindra Dasgupta, a member of BJP's national executive, said. Pradhan exhorted the Chief Minister to visit Gujarat to have a new concept of development and replicate Gujarat model of ... (more...)
Tillerson to Lavrov: Russian meddling led to mistrust
- August 08, 2017
The DFA also understood that it is the American government's duty to talk about human rights, not only with the Philippines but with the rest of the world, it said. Last month, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov hinted further retaliation could be coming, saying "if the USA side decides to move further towards further deterioration, we will answer, we will respond in kind". (more...)
- August 08, 2017
The DFA also understood that it is the American government's duty to talk about human rights, not only with the Philippines but with the rest of the world, it said. Last month, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov hinted further retaliation could be coming, saying "if the USA side decides to move further towards further deterioration, we will answer, we will respond in kind". (more...)
John Oliver Nails Perhaps the Single Biggest Villain in the Trump Administration
- August 08, 2017
Since coming to power, Mr. Trump has often spent his weekends in his home in Bedminster or in its property Mar-a-Lago, in Florida, called the " White House " winter, closed during the summer season. "I am more convinced that he will leave before any impeachment would take place". All the renovations are expected to be completed before the president's return later this month. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Since coming to power, Mr. Trump has often spent his weekends in his home in Bedminster or in its property Mar-a-Lago, in Florida, called the " White House " winter, closed during the summer season. "I am more convinced that he will leave before any impeachment would take place". All the renovations are expected to be completed before the president's return later this month. (more...)
Abilene Police Officer Killed in Car Crash On Way to Dallas
- August 08, 2017
She died at the scene, Abilene police said. Police said as they approached mile marker 296 eastbound on I-20, they encountered traffic moving at a slow pace as there had been a vehicle accident ahead of them. She was a child abuse investigator with the department's special victims' unit. She was married with a 10-month-old daughter. She first served as a patrol officer with the department for two years before transferring to the Special Victims' Unit as a child abuse investigator on ... (more...)
- August 08, 2017
She died at the scene, Abilene police said. Police said as they approached mile marker 296 eastbound on I-20, they encountered traffic moving at a slow pace as there had been a vehicle accident ahead of them. She was a child abuse investigator with the department's special victims' unit. She was married with a 10-month-old daughter. She first served as a patrol officer with the department for two years before transferring to the Special Victims' Unit as a child abuse investigator on ... (more...)
"Article 35(A) can't be abrogated, will stand by it", says Farooq Abdullah
- August 08, 2017
Abdullah said during the meeting, the opposition parties had all decided that they would vehemently oppose the abrogation of Article 35-A. After chairing the all parties Opposition meeting on the issue, he said, "It was very important to discuss the issue of Article 35-A and its implications on the state, and all its three regions-Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh, so that people understand as to why we are against its abrogation". (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Abdullah said during the meeting, the opposition parties had all decided that they would vehemently oppose the abrogation of Article 35-A. After chairing the all parties Opposition meeting on the issue, he said, "It was very important to discuss the issue of Article 35-A and its implications on the state, and all its three regions-Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh, so that people understand as to why we are against its abrogation". (more...)
'Mr. Automatic' Morten Andersen finally gets his due in Canton
- August 08, 2017
Enshrinement ceremonies will be Saturday at 7 p.m. (ESPN) in Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Davis played only seven seasons and 78 regular-season games but surely made them count, especially the 1998 season. But he was the catalyst for the titles that the Denver Broncos won in 1997 and 1998 with another Hall of Famer, John Elway, at quarterback. Yet Davis, in particular, might be the measuring stick for a running back's HOF admission in the future. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Enshrinement ceremonies will be Saturday at 7 p.m. (ESPN) in Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Davis played only seven seasons and 78 regular-season games but surely made them count, especially the 1998 season. But he was the catalyst for the titles that the Denver Broncos won in 1997 and 1998 with another Hall of Famer, John Elway, at quarterback. Yet Davis, in particular, might be the measuring stick for a running back's HOF admission in the future. (more...)
Republicans brace for dissatisfied voters this summer
- August 08, 2017
Former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski blamed the Russian Federation "hoax" story, Democrats and Republicans for the inaction in Congress . Justice's chief of staff, Nick Casey, is a former chairman of the state Democratic Party and ran for Congress as a Democrat. As President Donald Trump threatens to let the insurance marketplace under the Affordable Care Act " implode ", he seems oblivious to the fact that he is the one holding the detonator. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski blamed the Russian Federation "hoax" story, Democrats and Republicans for the inaction in Congress . Justice's chief of staff, Nick Casey, is a former chairman of the state Democratic Party and ran for Congress as a Democrat. As President Donald Trump threatens to let the insurance marketplace under the Affordable Care Act " implode ", he seems oblivious to the fact that he is the one holding the detonator. (more...)
Eloise Dixon, formerly of Gravesend, reportedly shot in Brazil
- August 08, 2017
Police say she is undergoing surgery. Mr Gilaberte said: "This whole confusion seems to have happened partly because of the language barrier". Authorities told O Globo the family were shot at after they were told to leave their auto by armed men but did not understand the request. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Police say she is undergoing surgery. Mr Gilaberte said: "This whole confusion seems to have happened partly because of the language barrier". Authorities told O Globo the family were shot at after they were told to leave their auto by armed men but did not understand the request. (more...)
Suspect in Chicago slaying to be arraigned in the East Bay
- August 08, 2017
The July 27 attack was so violent the blade of the knife believed to have been used in the stabbing was broken, police said. Chicago authorities now have 30 days to bring him back. Marshals Service. Police found Duranleau's body inside Lathem's apartment about a week and a half ago. The pair of suspects was spotted on surveillance video leaving the property after the incident, authorities said. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
The July 27 attack was so violent the blade of the knife believed to have been used in the stabbing was broken, police said. Chicago authorities now have 30 days to bring him back. Marshals Service. Police found Duranleau's body inside Lathem's apartment about a week and a half ago. The pair of suspects was spotted on surveillance video leaving the property after the incident, authorities said. (more...)
9/11 victim's remains identified 16 years after attack
- August 08, 2017
Before this latest victim, the last time a new identification was made was in March 2015. The man's name was being withheld upon request from his family. The city says it is still working to identify the other 1,112 victims. His remains were recovered at Ground Zero in 2001. Most of the DNA profiles generated belong to previously identified victims. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Before this latest victim, the last time a new identification was made was in March 2015. The man's name was being withheld upon request from his family. The city says it is still working to identify the other 1,112 victims. His remains were recovered at Ground Zero in 2001. Most of the DNA profiles generated belong to previously identified victims. (more...)
See Rihanna's New Mermaid Blue Hair
- August 08, 2017
As we previously told you, people speculated that the "Wild Thoughts" singer was expecting because she seemed to be curvier than normal and was seen wearing clothing that was loose and covered up her stomach. Dressing up in fancy outfits reportedly ranks as one of her favorite things. What do you think of Rihanna's festival look? She attended the 2015 parade and slayed in a blue-toned bikini and wings. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
As we previously told you, people speculated that the "Wild Thoughts" singer was expecting because she seemed to be curvier than normal and was seen wearing clothing that was loose and covered up her stomach. Dressing up in fancy outfits reportedly ranks as one of her favorite things. What do you think of Rihanna's festival look? She attended the 2015 parade and slayed in a blue-toned bikini and wings. (more...)
ASEAN slams North Korea over nuclear missiles test
- August 08, 2017
The Association of South East Asian Nations ( ASEAN ) and China should establish a set of rules that were "legally binding, meaningful, effective, and consistent with global law", the foreign ministers of the three countries said in a statement following a meeting in Manila . (more...)
- August 08, 2017
The Association of South East Asian Nations ( ASEAN ) and China should establish a set of rules that were "legally binding, meaningful, effective, and consistent with global law", the foreign ministers of the three countries said in a statement following a meeting in Manila . (more...)
University of Alabama to designate parking spot for Purple Heart recipients
- August 08, 2017
The City has joined other communities around the world in celebrating Purple Heart Day since 2015. Credit unions are supporting these efforts by volunteering and raising much needed funds of up to $5,000 for approved veterans to receive ramps, grab bars, fresh coat of paint, or to help with yard cleanup. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
The City has joined other communities around the world in celebrating Purple Heart Day since 2015. Credit unions are supporting these efforts by volunteering and raising much needed funds of up to $5,000 for approved veterans to receive ramps, grab bars, fresh coat of paint, or to help with yard cleanup. (more...)
McMaster says USA considering all options to counter N. Korea's threats
- August 08, 2017
Earlier this year tensions grew even further after Kim Jong-un accused the US and South Korea of carrying out military drills. The measures would be the seventh set of United Nations sanctions imposed on DPRK since it first carried out a nuclear test in 2006. (more...)
- August 08, 2017
Earlier this year tensions grew even further after Kim Jong-un accused the US and South Korea of carrying out military drills. The measures would be the seventh set of United Nations sanctions imposed on DPRK since it first carried out a nuclear test in 2006. (more...)
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