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The UK's population will reach 70m in 2029, say statisticians
- October 27, 2017
It is forecast to swell by 7.3 million (11.2%) between now and mid-2041 - around the equivalent of the current populations of Scotland and Northern Ireland combined. England's population is projected to grow 5.9% over this period. Andrew Nash, of the ONS Population Projections Unit, said: "Fifty-four per cent of growth is projected to result directly from net global migration". (more...)
- October 27, 2017
It is forecast to swell by 7.3 million (11.2%) between now and mid-2041 - around the equivalent of the current populations of Scotland and Northern Ireland combined. England's population is projected to grow 5.9% over this period. Andrew Nash, of the ONS Population Projections Unit, said: "Fifty-four per cent of growth is projected to result directly from net global migration". (more...)
Firm With Trump Cabinet Ties Scores $300M Puerto Rico Power Contract
- October 27, 2017
Ricardo Rossello, that some military-sourced assets, such as the Wasp and Oak Hill, are no longer needed. Mayor Cruz rose to national prominence when she engaged in a war of words with President Trump shortly after Hurricane Maria hit the island last month. (more...)
- October 27, 2017
Ricardo Rossello, that some military-sourced assets, such as the Wasp and Oak Hill, are no longer needed. Mayor Cruz rose to national prominence when she engaged in a war of words with President Trump shortly after Hurricane Maria hit the island last month. (more...)
Trump declares opioid crisis a public health emergency
- October 27, 2017
Right now the opioid crisis is getting worse. In Georgia, Raduka says what he is hearing more and more is young people overdosing. Trump said he expects to receive the final report from the commission next week and will begin implementing its recommendations as soon as possible. (more...)
- October 27, 2017
Right now the opioid crisis is getting worse. In Georgia, Raduka says what he is hearing more and more is young people overdosing. Trump said he expects to receive the final report from the commission next week and will begin implementing its recommendations as soon as possible. (more...)
Parents charged with murder after infant found dead in baby swing
- October 27, 2017
Cheyanne Harris, 20, and Zachary Koehn, 28 - were arrested and charged with first-degree murder and felony child endangerment on Wednesday. First responders found the baby in a powered swing seat in a bedroom separate from where the couple and their other child slept, World Health Organization reported . (more...)
- October 27, 2017
Cheyanne Harris, 20, and Zachary Koehn, 28 - were arrested and charged with first-degree murder and felony child endangerment on Wednesday. First responders found the baby in a powered swing seat in a bedroom separate from where the couple and their other child slept, World Health Organization reported . (more...)
10-year-old detained by Border Patrol after surgery
- October 27, 2017
Knowing that Border Patrol maintains checkpoints in Southern Texas to catch illegal immigrants, and fearing detention themselves, Rosamaria's parents decided that the best course of action was to stay behind, hoping for the best. State Sen. Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa (D-McAllen) said in a statement to the Caller-Times, "Border Patrol's time would be better spent if they focused their resources on drug traffickers and human smuggling". (more...)
- October 27, 2017
Knowing that Border Patrol maintains checkpoints in Southern Texas to catch illegal immigrants, and fearing detention themselves, Rosamaria's parents decided that the best course of action was to stay behind, hoping for the best. State Sen. Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa (D-McAllen) said in a statement to the Caller-Times, "Border Patrol's time would be better spent if they focused their resources on drug traffickers and human smuggling". (more...)
Tesla delivers solar power to Puerto Rico hospital
- October 27, 2017
But Reuters reports , quoting a source familiar with [Puerto Rican] Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's thinking, as saying that the territory's government is not happy about Zamot's appointment. The company - which had only two full-time employees as recently as last month - engaged in a heated back-and-forth on Wednesday with San Juan's outspoken Mayor Carmen Yulin Cruz via Twitter . (more...)
- October 27, 2017
But Reuters reports , quoting a source familiar with [Puerto Rican] Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's thinking, as saying that the territory's government is not happy about Zamot's appointment. The company - which had only two full-time employees as recently as last month - engaged in a heated back-and-forth on Wednesday with San Juan's outspoken Mayor Carmen Yulin Cruz via Twitter . (more...)
Second woman accuses George HW Bush of groping her at ME theater
- October 27, 2017
Another actress has accused former President George H.W. Bush of groping her. "I can refuse to call him president, and call out other abuses of power when I see them". "We all circled around him and Barbara for a photo, and I was right next to him", Grolnick told Deadspin . "Now that the #metoo movement has brought this all to light, I think I should have been a little more alarmed to be touched so inappropriately by a man who was once the leader of the free world". (more...)
- October 27, 2017
Another actress has accused former President George H.W. Bush of groping her. "I can refuse to call him president, and call out other abuses of power when I see them". "We all circled around him and Barbara for a photo, and I was right next to him", Grolnick told Deadspin . "Now that the #metoo movement has brought this all to light, I think I should have been a little more alarmed to be touched so inappropriately by a man who was once the leader of the free world". (more...)
Tampa mayor wants police to bring 'head' of serial killer terrorizing city
- October 26, 2017
Police have been patrolling for the past 10 days, ever since the first murder , and interim police chief Brian Dugan praised police efforts to bring "a sense of calmness, a sense of peace" back to the neighborhood. She had been shot, police said. "We won't be afraid", Casimar Naiboa, the father of one victim, told the crowd. No way. We are standing right here. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
Police have been patrolling for the past 10 days, ever since the first murder , and interim police chief Brian Dugan praised police efforts to bring "a sense of calmness, a sense of peace" back to the neighborhood. She had been shot, police said. "We won't be afraid", Casimar Naiboa, the father of one victim, told the crowd. No way. We are standing right here. (more...)
Tillerson Calls Iran A 'Hanger-On' In Syria
- October 26, 2017
Tillerson acknowledged the Russians have done well in Syria as a key backer of Assad, but he withheld the same analysis regarding Iran, that he referred to as a "hanger-on". The comments came before de Mistura addressed the UN Security Council by videoconference on Thursday. He was speaking after holding talks with U.N. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
Tillerson acknowledged the Russians have done well in Syria as a key backer of Assad, but he withheld the same analysis regarding Iran, that he referred to as a "hanger-on". The comments came before de Mistura addressed the UN Security Council by videoconference on Thursday. He was speaking after holding talks with U.N. (more...)
Chhath Puja celebration kicks off in Digboi
- October 26, 2017
The festival concludes with breaking of the fast by devotee or Vratis. She also offered "arghya" to the setting and rising Sun god as part of the Chhat rituals at the side of a makeshift pond at their 10, Circular Road, sprawling official bungalow. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
The festival concludes with breaking of the fast by devotee or Vratis. She also offered "arghya" to the setting and rising Sun god as part of the Chhat rituals at the side of a makeshift pond at their 10, Circular Road, sprawling official bungalow. (more...)
Georgia teens arrested, allegedly threatened attack on high school
- October 26, 2017
Sheriff's office Sgt. Marianne Kelley said the office was made mindful of the dangers on Monday by the Cherokee County Schools Police Department, as indicated by NBC partner WXIA. Kelley said investigators were tipped off by a community member who contacted police. Police have identified the suspects as 17-year-old Alfred Dupree and 17-year-old Victoria McCurley. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
Sheriff's office Sgt. Marianne Kelley said the office was made mindful of the dangers on Monday by the Cherokee County Schools Police Department, as indicated by NBC partner WXIA. Kelley said investigators were tipped off by a community member who contacted police. Police have identified the suspects as 17-year-old Alfred Dupree and 17-year-old Victoria McCurley. (more...)
Sri Lanka sports minister joins Pakistan tour
- October 26, 2017
After the story broke and was extensively covered by national and worldwide media, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Najam Sethi confirmed the approach made to "a player" in a tweet but did not mention the name of the cricketer. Mohammad Hafeez will boost both the team's bowling and batting before he travels to Loughborough for an assessment of his bowling action, which was reported as suspect last week. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
After the story broke and was extensively covered by national and worldwide media, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Najam Sethi confirmed the approach made to "a player" in a tweet but did not mention the name of the cricketer. Mohammad Hafeez will boost both the team's bowling and batting before he travels to Loughborough for an assessment of his bowling action, which was reported as suspect last week. (more...)
Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont warns Spain takeover will escalate crisis
- October 26, 2017
Even though there has been no official confirmation that he will call elections, two Puigdemont allies have already resigned in protest. The move would defuse, at least for the time being, the monthlong standoff with central authorities but that could open wounds among Catalan separatists. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
Even though there has been no official confirmation that he will call elections, two Puigdemont allies have already resigned in protest. The move would defuse, at least for the time being, the monthlong standoff with central authorities but that could open wounds among Catalan separatists. (more...)
Waymo starts testing in MI to master snow and ice
- October 26, 2017
Waymo already has a presence in MI with the 53,000 sq ft development center it opened in Novi in May 2016, where it has been integrating its self-driving technology with Chrysler Pacifica hybrid minivans. "For human drivers, the mix of winter conditions affects how well you can see and the way your vehicle handles the road". According to Krafcik, the state offers the flawless location to test and iterate on Waymo's technology. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
Waymo already has a presence in MI with the 53,000 sq ft development center it opened in Novi in May 2016, where it has been integrating its self-driving technology with Chrysler Pacifica hybrid minivans. "For human drivers, the mix of winter conditions affects how well you can see and the way your vehicle handles the road". According to Krafcik, the state offers the flawless location to test and iterate on Waymo's technology. (more...)
Revenue Forecast of Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)
- October 26, 2017
About 2.61M shares traded. It has underperformed by 35.67% the S&P500. Doak Mark sold $1.31 million worth of stock or 21,851 shares. (NYSE:SPG) stake by 4,250 shares to 25,550 valued at $4.13 million in 2017Q2. Since January 1, 0001, it had 0 buys, and 2 sales for $487,714 activity. Bank Of Hawaii decreased Kraft Heinz Co stake by 9,090 shares to 25,750 valued at $2.21 million in 2017Q2. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
About 2.61M shares traded. It has underperformed by 35.67% the S&P500. Doak Mark sold $1.31 million worth of stock or 21,851 shares. (NYSE:SPG) stake by 4,250 shares to 25,550 valued at $4.13 million in 2017Q2. Since January 1, 0001, it had 0 buys, and 2 sales for $487,714 activity. Bank Of Hawaii decreased Kraft Heinz Co stake by 9,090 shares to 25,750 valued at $2.21 million in 2017Q2. (more...)
8 feared dead after helicopter crashes into sea
- October 26, 2017
It is known for stunning views of snow-covered mountains, fjords and glaciers. The list of passengers has Russian names, with a crew of five and three passengers, the NRK report said. It plunged into the sea some 2-3 km off the island's Russian settlement, Barentsburg, having left from another settlement called Pyramiden. Norway sent two rescue vessels and a helicopter to the site of the crash. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
It is known for stunning views of snow-covered mountains, fjords and glaciers. The list of passengers has Russian names, with a crew of five and three passengers, the NRK report said. It plunged into the sea some 2-3 km off the island's Russian settlement, Barentsburg, having left from another settlement called Pyramiden. Norway sent two rescue vessels and a helicopter to the site of the crash. (more...)
Twitter Makes 'Policy Decision' to Off-Board Ads From Sputnik and RT
- October 26, 2017
Twitter said late last month it had suspended some 200 Russian-linked accounts as it probes online efforts to meddle with the 2016 election. "Twitter has made the policy decision to off-board advertising from all accounts owned by Russia Today (RT) and Sputnik, effective immediately", the company wrote in a statement posted on its blog. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
Twitter said late last month it had suspended some 200 Russian-linked accounts as it probes online efforts to meddle with the 2016 election. "Twitter has made the policy decision to off-board advertising from all accounts owned by Russia Today (RT) and Sputnik, effective immediately", the company wrote in a statement posted on its blog. (more...)
Tillerson Tries to Reassure India, as Trump Courts Its Rivals
- October 26, 2017
Amid the war of words between USA and North Korea , India has reportedly said that it would not shut down the North Korean embassy in New Delhi. "It is not in anyone's interests that the government of Pakistan be destabilised". "In the fight against terrorism the United States will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with India", he said. Later he flew to New Delhi after the four-hour stay in Islamabad. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
Amid the war of words between USA and North Korea , India has reportedly said that it would not shut down the North Korean embassy in New Delhi. "It is not in anyone's interests that the government of Pakistan be destabilised". "In the fight against terrorism the United States will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with India", he said. Later he flew to New Delhi after the four-hour stay in Islamabad. (more...)
Thais get champs Japan, North Korea at Asian U23 finals
- October 26, 2017
But the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) requested for the match to be changed to a neutral venue following a diplomatic crisis caused by the assassination of Kim Jong-nam, the estranged half-brother of North Korea ruler Kim Jong-un, at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on Feb 13. (more...)
- October 26, 2017
But the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) requested for the match to be changed to a neutral venue following a diplomatic crisis caused by the assassination of Kim Jong-nam, the estranged half-brother of North Korea ruler Kim Jong-un, at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on Feb 13. (more...)
Building to begin on LEGOLAND New York
- October 26, 2017
The board granted a site plan, special use permit, and clearing and grading permit approval to Merlin for the project. I can pledge to you that LEGOLAND New York will be a trusted and valued member of this community. Check back for more reporting on Varney's visit. "If they can address maybe two lanes getting off the exit and two lanes out, without impacting local roads, that would go a long way". (more...)
- October 26, 2017
The board granted a site plan, special use permit, and clearing and grading permit approval to Merlin for the project. I can pledge to you that LEGOLAND New York will be a trusted and valued member of this community. Check back for more reporting on Varney's visit. "If they can address maybe two lanes getting off the exit and two lanes out, without impacting local roads, that would go a long way". (more...)
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