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Clear, sunny weather expected today
- September 15, 2017
Saturday night brings a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms and a low in the mid- to upper 50s, the weather service said. A slight chance of showers. Temps will be in the mid-80s, and some energy lifting up from the south will give us a 20%-30% chance for showers both Saturday and Sunday . Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Saturday night brings a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms and a low in the mid- to upper 50s, the weather service said. A slight chance of showers. Temps will be in the mid-80s, and some energy lifting up from the south will give us a 20%-30% chance for showers both Saturday and Sunday . Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. (more...)
Mane 'Didn't Mean to Hurt' Ederson
- September 15, 2017
Sadio Mane: Did Liverpool star deserve to be sent off for this challenge on Ederson? Mane was sent off in Liverpool's 5-0 defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad last weekend after his attempt to retrieve a high ball led to City's goalkeeper receiving the end of his boot. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Sadio Mane: Did Liverpool star deserve to be sent off for this challenge on Ederson? Mane was sent off in Liverpool's 5-0 defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad last weekend after his attempt to retrieve a high ball led to City's goalkeeper receiving the end of his boot. (more...)
House panel dismisses impeachment complaint vs Sereno
- September 15, 2017
Reynaldo Umali said. Thirty congressmen voted to declare the complaint as such while five voted against it. Villarin said the impeachment complaint should be supported by evidence and not be bare allegations of news reports. However, the House Committee said it does not want to waste time for an unverified complaint. "For this reason, we respectfully submit that the complaints can not be considered sufficient in both form and substance", according to a statement released by her ... (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Reynaldo Umali said. Thirty congressmen voted to declare the complaint as such while five voted against it. Villarin said the impeachment complaint should be supported by evidence and not be bare allegations of news reports. However, the House Committee said it does not want to waste time for an unverified complaint. "For this reason, we respectfully submit that the complaints can not be considered sufficient in both form and substance", according to a statement released by her ... (more...)
ICICI Lombard raises Rs 1625 cr from anchor investors
- September 15, 2017
ICICI Bank and Fairfax Financial Holdings will sell about 86.24 million shares in the offering. The increasing share of business from segments such as crop or weather insurance , which have a relatively lower loss ratio, will be a positive trigger for ICICI Lombard going ahead, the brokerage said. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
ICICI Bank and Fairfax Financial Holdings will sell about 86.24 million shares in the offering. The increasing share of business from segments such as crop or weather insurance , which have a relatively lower loss ratio, will be a positive trigger for ICICI Lombard going ahead, the brokerage said. (more...)
European Union needs Bulgaria, Romania in Schengen area 'immediately' - Juncker
- September 15, 2017
Austria, Denmark, Germany , Sweden and non-EU country Norway received permission to introduce them in 2016. "If we are to have a stronger European Union, it needs to be more inclusive too". "We must avoid another situation like the one in Greece", Kurz said. EU Migration Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos said after talks with EU interior ministers on Thursday that the EU's executive arm would soon come up with a package of proposed measures aimed at strengthening the Schengen area's ... (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Austria, Denmark, Germany , Sweden and non-EU country Norway received permission to introduce them in 2016. "If we are to have a stronger European Union, it needs to be more inclusive too". "We must avoid another situation like the one in Greece", Kurz said. EU Migration Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos said after talks with EU interior ministers on Thursday that the EU's executive arm would soon come up with a package of proposed measures aimed at strengthening the Schengen area's ... (more...)
Russia, Turkey, Iran agree on Syria de-escalation zones
- September 15, 2017
In a joint statement after two days of talks in Kazakhstan the three powers said they agreed "to allocate" their forces to patrol the zone covering rebel-held Idlib province and parts of the neighbouring Latakia, Hama and Aleppo regions. "At the same time, we see progress in the fight against terrorism which we believe... is a very important factor". It said representatives from the three countries, who met in the Kazakha capital, Astana, were still discussing what forces to deploy in Idlib, ... (more...)
- September 15, 2017
In a joint statement after two days of talks in Kazakhstan the three powers said they agreed "to allocate" their forces to patrol the zone covering rebel-held Idlib province and parts of the neighbouring Latakia, Hama and Aleppo regions. "At the same time, we see progress in the fight against terrorism which we believe... is a very important factor". It said representatives from the three countries, who met in the Kazakha capital, Astana, were still discussing what forces to deploy in Idlib, ... (more...)
Georgia governor expands state of emergency to include entire state
- September 15, 2017
Tuesday will begin cloudy, but should become sunnier in the afternoon and evening. As Irma began moving into Georgia, a tornado spun off by the storm was reported on the coast, and firefighters inland had to rescue several people after trees fell on their homes. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Tuesday will begin cloudy, but should become sunnier in the afternoon and evening. As Irma began moving into Georgia, a tornado spun off by the storm was reported on the coast, and firefighters inland had to rescue several people after trees fell on their homes. (more...)
Suzuki starts work on India's first lithium-ion battery unit
- September 15, 2017
It will also be the first commercially-available electric auto for Suzuki. These batteries will be used in Suzuki's electric cars in the near future. The first two plants also have capacity of 2.5 lakh units per annum, while the engine and transmission unit has a capacity to produce 5 lakh units a year. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
It will also be the first commercially-available electric auto for Suzuki. These batteries will be used in Suzuki's electric cars in the near future. The first two plants also have capacity of 2.5 lakh units per annum, while the engine and transmission unit has a capacity to produce 5 lakh units a year. (more...)
Shining torch on same-sex marriage envelope reveals vote
- September 15, 2017
As marriage equality surveys begin to land in mailboxes around Australia, with the first lot mailed out on Tuesday, and the "yes" and "no" advertising campaigns in full swing, concerns over the security of the controversial postal votes have been raised. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
As marriage equality surveys begin to land in mailboxes around Australia, with the first lot mailed out on Tuesday, and the "yes" and "no" advertising campaigns in full swing, concerns over the security of the controversial postal votes have been raised. (more...)
UN appeals massive help for Rohingya refugees
- September 15, 2017
The UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says that the number of Muslim Rohingya who have crossed into Bangladesh to escape ethnic unrest in Myanmar since August 25 hit 389,000. While the current crisis has seen almost 400,000 Rohingya flee, the United Nations says Bangladesh was already hosting several hundred thousand undocumented Rohingya who had fled earlier violence. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
The UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says that the number of Muslim Rohingya who have crossed into Bangladesh to escape ethnic unrest in Myanmar since August 25 hit 389,000. While the current crisis has seen almost 400,000 Rohingya flee, the United Nations says Bangladesh was already hosting several hundred thousand undocumented Rohingya who had fled earlier violence. (more...)
Steve Bannon Is Going to War With the Republican Party
- September 15, 2017
Comey not been fired, the Justice Department investigation into possible links between the Trump campaign and Russia's election interference would not have been handed over to the special counsel, Robert S. "It is a litmus test, ' Bannon said, referencing the news personality who Trump was conversing with when he made his infamous 'grab them by the p***y" remark. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Comey not been fired, the Justice Department investigation into possible links between the Trump campaign and Russia's election interference would not have been handed over to the special counsel, Robert S. "It is a litmus test, ' Bannon said, referencing the news personality who Trump was conversing with when he made his infamous 'grab them by the p***y" remark. (more...)
Lawyers for Anthony Weiner Ask Judge for Leniency Ahead of Sentencing
- September 15, 2017
Cote. She also told investigators that she hoped "somehow to influence the U.S. presidential election, in addition to securing personal profit", the memo says. Anthony Weiner's attorneys argue in a Wednesday court filing that the disgraced lawmaker should not be sentenced to prison as a deterrent to future criminals because the public nature of his collapse should suffice. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Cote. She also told investigators that she hoped "somehow to influence the U.S. presidential election, in addition to securing personal profit", the memo says. Anthony Weiner's attorneys argue in a Wednesday court filing that the disgraced lawmaker should not be sentenced to prison as a deterrent to future criminals because the public nature of his collapse should suffice. (more...)
A Big Zero: Research uncovers the date of the Bakhshali manuscript
- September 15, 2017
The date of the manuscript has intrigued scholars for years, with many believing it dated from the 9th century, as does the oldest known example of a zero in India, in Gwailor temple. What does the Bakhshali manuscript say? He told the Guardian : 'Today we take it for granted that the concept of zero is used across the globe and our whole digital world is based on nothing or something. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
The date of the manuscript has intrigued scholars for years, with many believing it dated from the 9th century, as does the oldest known example of a zero in India, in Gwailor temple. What does the Bakhshali manuscript say? He told the Guardian : 'Today we take it for granted that the concept of zero is used across the globe and our whole digital world is based on nothing or something. (more...)
Trump to visit Florida on Thursday to survey Irma damage
- September 15, 2017
Almost 2.7 million homes and businesses, about 1 in 4 Florida customers, were still without power Thursday. He told reporters Thursday in Florida that his tax cut plans are "not to benefit the wealthy". "So I hope he runs for the Senate". President Donald Trump plans to visit storm-stricken Florida on Thursday, the White House said, his third such trip to a weather devastated state after a spate of violent USA weather. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Almost 2.7 million homes and businesses, about 1 in 4 Florida customers, were still without power Thursday. He told reporters Thursday in Florida that his tax cut plans are "not to benefit the wealthy". "So I hope he runs for the Senate". President Donald Trump plans to visit storm-stricken Florida on Thursday, the White House said, his third such trip to a weather devastated state after a spate of violent USA weather. (more...)
'Shouting Allah': Soldier Attacked by Knife-Wielding Assailant in Paris
- September 15, 2017
A man has been arrested after attacking a soldier on patrol in Paris , the country's armed forces minister has said . The soldier quickly brought the man under control. A knife-wielding man attacked a soldier on patrol in central Paris on Friday but did not cause any injuries, police said. The suspect - who reportedly made a reference to Allah - was carrying a knife. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
A man has been arrested after attacking a soldier on patrol in Paris , the country's armed forces minister has said . The soldier quickly brought the man under control. A knife-wielding man attacked a soldier on patrol in central Paris on Friday but did not cause any injuries, police said. The suspect - who reportedly made a reference to Allah - was carrying a knife. (more...)
UC Berkeley closes streets amid concerns about violence
- September 15, 2017
He said the school was committed to ensuring the safety of students and people attending the event, and to making it successful. And for the first time in two decades, officers have been authorized to use pepper spray to control violence after the City Council modified a 1997 ban at an emergency meeting this week. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
He said the school was committed to ensuring the safety of students and people attending the event, and to making it successful. And for the first time in two decades, officers have been authorized to use pepper spray to control violence after the City Council modified a 1997 ban at an emergency meeting this week. (more...)
Commuters suffer facial burns after 'container' explodes on London Underground
- September 15, 2017
Ambulance and fire crews have arrived on scene with reports of smoke filing a train carriage. "Officers are in attendance", London police said on Twitter. "Our initial priority is to assess the level and nature of injuries". This is a developing situation and will be updated as more information becomes available . (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Ambulance and fire crews have arrived on scene with reports of smoke filing a train carriage. "Officers are in attendance", London police said on Twitter. "Our initial priority is to assess the level and nature of injuries". This is a developing situation and will be updated as more information becomes available . (more...)
Jammu and Kashmir: BSF jawan killed as Pakistan violates ceasefire in Arnia
- September 15, 2017
The soldier who died was identified as Captain Brijendra Bahadur Singh. They are using mortars, automatics and small arms to target nine BSF posts in Arnia. "Retaliatory fire by BSF killed 2 Pak soldiers", it further said. Bahadur was a resident of Uttar Pradesh. BSF troops guarding the border, retaliated the firing and gave a befitting reply while on civilian was also injured. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
The soldier who died was identified as Captain Brijendra Bahadur Singh. They are using mortars, automatics and small arms to target nine BSF posts in Arnia. "Retaliatory fire by BSF killed 2 Pak soldiers", it further said. Bahadur was a resident of Uttar Pradesh. BSF troops guarding the border, retaliated the firing and gave a befitting reply while on civilian was also injured. (more...)
Dead At Nursing Home In Florida Following Hurricane Irma
- September 15, 2017
Investigators said they believe the six deaths were heat-related in the wake of Hurricane Irma . The state of Florida responded by preventing the facility from admitting new patients and evacuating the rest of its residents. Doctors said most of the patients have been treated for respiratory troubles, dehydration and heat-related issues. "We're conducting a criminal investigation , not ruling anything out at this time ". (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Investigators said they believe the six deaths were heat-related in the wake of Hurricane Irma . The state of Florida responded by preventing the facility from admitting new patients and evacuating the rest of its residents. Doctors said most of the patients have been treated for respiratory troubles, dehydration and heat-related issues. "We're conducting a criminal investigation , not ruling anything out at this time ". (more...)
Financial Times journalist killed by crocodile while on holiday in Sri Lanka
- September 15, 2017
Elephant Rock is a popular beach among beginner's surfers because of its sandy bar and safe, shallow waters. The man had been taking surfing lessons and was pulled into the water in a lagoon while washing his hands, according to local witnesses. (more...)
- September 15, 2017
Elephant Rock is a popular beach among beginner's surfers because of its sandy bar and safe, shallow waters. The man had been taking surfing lessons and was pulled into the water in a lagoon while washing his hands, according to local witnesses. (more...)
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