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Iraqi forces gain ground on ISIL in Tal Afar offensive
- August 23, 2017
Mattis spoke to reporters with Brett McGurk, special presidential envoy for the global coalition to defeat ISIS, and Army Lt. Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, the commanding general of Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve . Iraq is reengaging with the region, he said, and ISIS is "on the run". He predicted the battle for Tall Afar, which is just one-tenth the size of Mosul, will take about four months. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
Mattis spoke to reporters with Brett McGurk, special presidential envoy for the global coalition to defeat ISIS, and Army Lt. Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, the commanding general of Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve . Iraq is reengaging with the region, he said, and ISIS is "on the run". He predicted the battle for Tall Afar, which is just one-tenth the size of Mosul, will take about four months. (more...)
Alabama Tops 2017 AP Preseason Poll
- August 23, 2017
This marks the 25th straight week that Clemson is in that rare air of college football - ranked in the top five nationally. Florida State , which starts out at No. 12 Auburn , No. 13 LSU , No. 15 Georgia , No. 17 Florida and No. 25 Tennessee following Alabama . USC is No. 4, Washington is No. 8, Stanford is No. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
This marks the 25th straight week that Clemson is in that rare air of college football - ranked in the top five nationally. Florida State , which starts out at No. 12 Auburn , No. 13 LSU , No. 15 Georgia , No. 17 Florida and No. 25 Tennessee following Alabama . USC is No. 4, Washington is No. 8, Stanford is No. (more...)
Pirates face challenge against high-flying Dodgers
- August 23, 2017
Los Angeles edged Pittsburgh 6-5 in 12 innings. Dave Roberts said Wood is experiencing inflammation in the sternoclavicular joint in the front of his pitching shoulder, an issue that Wood has had in the past. Taylor drove in three runs and Yasmani Grandal hit a two-run home run for the Dodgers. In each of his previous four appearances, and in 10 of his previous 11, he surrendered fewer than four earned runs. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
Los Angeles edged Pittsburgh 6-5 in 12 innings. Dave Roberts said Wood is experiencing inflammation in the sternoclavicular joint in the front of his pitching shoulder, an issue that Wood has had in the past. Taylor drove in three runs and Yasmani Grandal hit a two-run home run for the Dodgers. In each of his previous four appearances, and in 10 of his previous 11, he surrendered fewer than four earned runs. (more...)
Meeting between Egyptian foreign minister and Jared Kushner canceled: ministry
- August 23, 2017
In February, US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson promised more aid for Cairo's counter-terrorism efforts and economic development plan during a meeting with Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry in Washington, However, President Donald Trump's proposed fiscal budget for 2018 includes cuts to foreign aid and other diplomatic initiatives, potentially affecting the aid programme to Egypt . (more...)
- August 23, 2017
In February, US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson promised more aid for Cairo's counter-terrorism efforts and economic development plan during a meeting with Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry in Washington, However, President Donald Trump's proposed fiscal budget for 2018 includes cuts to foreign aid and other diplomatic initiatives, potentially affecting the aid programme to Egypt . (more...)
Col Purohit comes out of jail after nine years
- August 23, 2017
Col. Prasad Purohit on the grounds that the evidence cited by the accused, will have to be proved under the Indian Evidence Act. Under suspension, he will reportedly be treated as "under open arrest", wherein usually a soldier is supposed to wear only his uniform. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
Col. Prasad Purohit on the grounds that the evidence cited by the accused, will have to be proved under the Indian Evidence Act. Under suspension, he will reportedly be treated as "under open arrest", wherein usually a soldier is supposed to wear only his uniform. (more...)
Former Sheriff Arpaio not Invited to Trump Rally?
- August 23, 2017
The former sheriff became a national figure for his hardline approach to combatting undocumented persons living and moving within his jurisdiction. He paused as supporters applauded. He was accused of violating a court order by continuing patrols targeting immigrants. He is awaiting sentencing, scheduled for October 5, after being found guilty of criminal contempt in July. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
The former sheriff became a national figure for his hardline approach to combatting undocumented persons living and moving within his jurisdiction. He paused as supporters applauded. He was accused of violating a court order by continuing patrols targeting immigrants. He is awaiting sentencing, scheduled for October 5, after being found guilty of criminal contempt in July. (more...)
Top Russian director to appear in court on fraud charge
- August 23, 2017
His film The Student which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival a year ago is a critique of growing religious fundamentalism in Russian society. Russia's Investigative Committee said it suspected Kirill Serebrennikov of embezzling at least 68 million rubles ($1.15 million) in state funds earmarked for an art project, it said in a statement. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
His film The Student which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival a year ago is a critique of growing religious fundamentalism in Russian society. Russia's Investigative Committee said it suspected Kirill Serebrennikov of embezzling at least 68 million rubles ($1.15 million) in state funds earmarked for an art project, it said in a statement. (more...)
Netanyahu meeting Putin to share secret intel on Iran threat
- August 23, 2017
The U.S. officials, however, purportedly did not commit to preventing the spread of Iranian influence in Syria. The head of Mossad, Israel's national intelligence agency, and the chief of the country's National Security Council are to join Netanyahu Wednesday in discussing "Iran's accelerated attempt to establish military bases in Syria" with Putin, said the Israeli leader. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
The U.S. officials, however, purportedly did not commit to preventing the spread of Iranian influence in Syria. The head of Mossad, Israel's national intelligence agency, and the chief of the country's National Security Council are to join Netanyahu Wednesday in discussing "Iran's accelerated attempt to establish military bases in Syria" with Putin, said the Israeli leader. (more...)
Quake 'miracle' as baby saved by rescuers
- August 23, 2017
All were reported to be in reasonable health, given their horrendous ordeal. Emergency workers had previously recovered the boys' seven-month-old brother, Pasquale, crying but alive, after hours of effort overnight. The powerful quake caused panic on the island, with hundreds of people running out into the streets. The US Geological Survey said the quake had a magnitude of 4.3. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
All were reported to be in reasonable health, given their horrendous ordeal. Emergency workers had previously recovered the boys' seven-month-old brother, Pasquale, crying but alive, after hours of effort overnight. The powerful quake caused panic on the island, with hundreds of people running out into the streets. The US Geological Survey said the quake had a magnitude of 4.3. (more...)
Former Manipur CM Rishang Keishing dies in Imphal
- August 23, 2017
In 1994, he retired as the world's oldest serving parliamentarian when his term in Rajya Sabha ended. Born on October 25,1920 in Bungpa village in Manipur's Ukhrul District, Rishang contested the first assembly election from his home constituency Phungyar in 1972. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
In 1994, he retired as the world's oldest serving parliamentarian when his term in Rajya Sabha ended. Born on October 25,1920 in Bungpa village in Manipur's Ukhrul District, Rishang contested the first assembly election from his home constituency Phungyar in 1972. (more...)
How was the "American" solar Eclipse
- August 23, 2017
There is also a chance for a shower or thunderstorm, particularly south of Interstate 80, just before noon, as the eclipse is slated to begin. The sun is obscured by the moon during the solar eclipse as seen from an Alaska Airlines commercial jet at 40,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Depoe Bay, Oregon. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
There is also a chance for a shower or thunderstorm, particularly south of Interstate 80, just before noon, as the eclipse is slated to begin. The sun is obscured by the moon during the solar eclipse as seen from an Alaska Airlines commercial jet at 40,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Depoe Bay, Oregon. (more...)
For Real?! Teenager Arrested for Doing Macarena in Saudi Arabia
- August 23, 2017
The 14 year-old boy, wearing shorts, a striped tee shirt and headphones is being accused of "improper public behaviour" in Jeddah, according to a statement released by Saudi Arabian officials. The Abu Dhabi Police had recently arrested four people, including a woman, after a video of her having a conversation with one of the arrested men was uploaded on the Internet last week. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
The 14 year-old boy, wearing shorts, a striped tee shirt and headphones is being accused of "improper public behaviour" in Jeddah, according to a statement released by Saudi Arabian officials. The Abu Dhabi Police had recently arrested four people, including a woman, after a video of her having a conversation with one of the arrested men was uploaded on the Internet last week. (more...)
Kim Jong Un orders scientists to produce more ICBM engines, warhead tips
- August 23, 2017
It also has tested solid-fuel rocket engines, which are harder to detect before they are launched. The manufacturing process included carbon fibre weaving, chemical deposition and high pressure liquid deposition, it added. The video also features Vice President Pence in flames and attacks South Korea's "puppy-like" Defense Minister Song Young-moo for "pinning hope on that mad guy", a reference to Trump, Fox News reported . (more...)
- August 23, 2017
It also has tested solid-fuel rocket engines, which are harder to detect before they are launched. The manufacturing process included carbon fibre weaving, chemical deposition and high pressure liquid deposition, it added. The video also features Vice President Pence in flames and attacks South Korea's "puppy-like" Defense Minister Song Young-moo for "pinning hope on that mad guy", a reference to Trump, Fox News reported . (more...)
PM to visit flood-hit Bihar on Aug 26, death toll 341
- August 23, 2017
The river was, however, flowing 92cm above the danger level at Farakka in West Bengal and 68cm above the danger level at Sahebganj in Jharkhand, both Bihar's neighbouring states. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make an aerial survey of Bihar's flood affected areas on August 26. A total of 31,519 people are put up at 94 relief centres. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
The river was, however, flowing 92cm above the danger level at Farakka in West Bengal and 68cm above the danger level at Sahebganj in Jharkhand, both Bihar's neighbouring states. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make an aerial survey of Bihar's flood affected areas on August 26. A total of 31,519 people are put up at 94 relief centres. (more...)
Four suspects in Spain terror attacks appear in Madrid court
- August 23, 2017
However, the judge ruled the evidence was "not solid enough" to keep holding suspect Mohamed Aalla, who was freed on the conditions he appear in court weekly, relinquish his passport and not leave Spain. El Karib paid for a flight from Morocco for Oukabir, but said he only did so because Oukabir's brother did not have a credit card and that he reimbursed him. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
However, the judge ruled the evidence was "not solid enough" to keep holding suspect Mohamed Aalla, who was freed on the conditions he appear in court weekly, relinquish his passport and not leave Spain. El Karib paid for a flight from Morocco for Oukabir, but said he only did so because Oukabir's brother did not have a credit card and that he reimbursed him. (more...)
Civil War Re-enactors Consider The Use Of The Confederate Flag
- August 23, 2017
Baltimore , for instance, began their swift removal of four statues at midnight last Wednesday and concluded at about 5:30 am to a small crowd of supporters. "These statues were meant to create legitimate garb for white supremacy", Grossman said. They are a part of history, but not a noble one we want to display on our city squares. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
Baltimore , for instance, began their swift removal of four statues at midnight last Wednesday and concluded at about 5:30 am to a small crowd of supporters. "These statues were meant to create legitimate garb for white supremacy", Grossman said. They are a part of history, but not a noble one we want to display on our city squares. (more...)
Nepal PM Deuba to begin his four-day visit to India today
- August 23, 2017
Other issues on table are addressing the problems of flood and inundation in the bordering areas of Nepal caused by the construction of embankments on the Indian side, Nepal's huge trade deficit with India, expediting implementation of Indian projects in Nepal, Indian cultural support to Lumbini and Pashupatinath, construction of the second global airport in Nijgadh, and feasibility study of the east-west electric railway. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
Other issues on table are addressing the problems of flood and inundation in the bordering areas of Nepal caused by the construction of embankments on the Indian side, Nepal's huge trade deficit with India, expediting implementation of Indian projects in Nepal, Indian cultural support to Lumbini and Pashupatinath, construction of the second global airport in Nijgadh, and feasibility study of the east-west electric railway. (more...)
AC Milan chief Fassone welcomes Kalinic deal: He completes our squad
- August 23, 2017
Now that Kalinic passed his medical on Monday, he will most likely make his debut for the Milan squad when they play Cagliari in a Serie A match on Sunday. The Croatian global is now Milan's latest number 7, and joins the likes of Leonardo Bonucci , Andre Silva , Hakan Calhanoglu , Andrea Conti, Franck Kessie, Lucas Biglia, Mateo Musacchio, Antonio Donnarumma, Ricardo Rodriguez and Fabio Borini in the new revolution at the San Siro . (more...)
- August 23, 2017
Now that Kalinic passed his medical on Monday, he will most likely make his debut for the Milan squad when they play Cagliari in a Serie A match on Sunday. The Croatian global is now Milan's latest number 7, and joins the likes of Leonardo Bonucci , Andre Silva , Hakan Calhanoglu , Andrea Conti, Franck Kessie, Lucas Biglia, Mateo Musacchio, Antonio Donnarumma, Ricardo Rodriguez and Fabio Borini in the new revolution at the San Siro . (more...)
Democrats criticize Trump for 'empty promises on border wall'
- August 23, 2017
Trump told a rally crowd in Phoenix , Ariz., that he had a message for "obstructionist" Democrats.He said, "If we have to close down our government, we're building that wall."Trump also accused Democrats of putting American security at risk for not supporting the proposal.The wall was one of Trump's most popular campaign vows, prompting frequent rally chants of "Build that wall!" If a new bill is not passed, the government will shut down on October 1. (more...)
- August 23, 2017
Trump told a rally crowd in Phoenix , Ariz., that he had a message for "obstructionist" Democrats.He said, "If we have to close down our government, we're building that wall."Trump also accused Democrats of putting American security at risk for not supporting the proposal.The wall was one of Trump's most popular campaign vows, prompting frequent rally chants of "Build that wall!" If a new bill is not passed, the government will shut down on October 1. (more...)
Phoenix mayor: Trump should use rally to apologize for Charlottesville comments
- August 23, 2017
In a story published on August 14, Fox News reported that Trump said he is " seriously considering a pardon " for Arpaio . On Tuesday, however, Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Trump would not be announcing any pardon of Arpaio at the Tuesday event or surrounding trip, telling reporters about Air Force One, "There will be no discussion of that today at any point, and no action will be taken on that front at any point today". (more...)
- August 23, 2017
In a story published on August 14, Fox News reported that Trump said he is " seriously considering a pardon " for Arpaio . On Tuesday, however, Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Trump would not be announcing any pardon of Arpaio at the Tuesday event or surrounding trip, telling reporters about Air Force One, "There will be no discussion of that today at any point, and no action will be taken on that front at any point today". (more...)
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