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Eight 'N.korean' men found in Japan coast
- November 24, 2017
The eight men had no life-threatening injuries and appeared to speak Korean, the Kyodo News agency reported, citing police. The police received a call from a resident in the city of Yurihonjo around 11:30 p.m. Japan regularly sees North Korean fishing boats straying into its territory, and its coastguard has occasionally had to rescue fishermen. The waters between Japan and the Korean Peninsula are a rich fishing ground and dozens of North Korean fishing vessels wash up in the Sea of Japan ... (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The eight men had no life-threatening injuries and appeared to speak Korean, the Kyodo News agency reported, citing police. The police received a call from a resident in the city of Yurihonjo around 11:30 p.m. Japan regularly sees North Korean fishing boats straying into its territory, and its coastguard has occasionally had to rescue fishermen. The waters between Japan and the Korean Peninsula are a rich fishing ground and dozens of North Korean fishing vessels wash up in the Sea of Japan ... (more...)
Proclamation terminating talks with communists signed by Duterte
- November 24, 2017
Duterte's fresh threat against the Leftist rebels came a few hours after presidential adviser on peace process Jesus Dureza announced that the government had chose to scrap the peace talks with the communist rebels . Sison said unilateral and bilateral meetings of the government and rebels' peace panels have been successful - but all these would be put to waste. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Duterte's fresh threat against the Leftist rebels came a few hours after presidential adviser on peace process Jesus Dureza announced that the government had chose to scrap the peace talks with the communist rebels . Sison said unilateral and bilateral meetings of the government and rebels' peace panels have been successful - but all these would be put to waste. (more...)
Winter session: Congress seeks President's intervention
- November 24, 2017
Drawing the attention of President Ram Nath Kovind over the "inordinate delay" in summoning of the winter session of Parliament, the Congress has urged him to direct the Government to summon the Parliament at the earliest. Rejecting opposition criticism that the government wants to avoid parliament before the elections, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had said the session will be held and it will be a regular session, not overlapping with the Gujarat Assembly election dates. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Drawing the attention of President Ram Nath Kovind over the "inordinate delay" in summoning of the winter session of Parliament, the Congress has urged him to direct the Government to summon the Parliament at the earliest. Rejecting opposition criticism that the government wants to avoid parliament before the elections, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had said the session will be held and it will be a regular session, not overlapping with the Gujarat Assembly election dates. (more...)
3 dead, 7 injured after Vasco Da Gama Express derails in UP
- November 24, 2017
North Central Railway spokesperson Amit Malviya told IANS that a train with the remaining passengers left for Patna at 7.25 a.m. from Manikpur. Uttar Pradesh Additional Director General (law and order) said, "Prima facie the cause of accident looks like fractured railway track as per local assessment". (more...)
- November 24, 2017
North Central Railway spokesperson Amit Malviya told IANS that a train with the remaining passengers left for Patna at 7.25 a.m. from Manikpur. Uttar Pradesh Additional Director General (law and order) said, "Prima facie the cause of accident looks like fractured railway track as per local assessment". (more...)
Netanyahu Rebukes Hotevely for Comment on American Jews
- November 24, 2017
Michal Berman, CEO of Panim, an Israeli network of 60 pluralistic Jewish organizations, said: "It's sad to find that the person who fills the role of [deputy] foreign minister of Israel - who is supposed to promote the image of the state of Israel in the world - is disparaging the largest and most powerful Jewish community in the world". (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Michal Berman, CEO of Panim, an Israeli network of 60 pluralistic Jewish organizations, said: "It's sad to find that the person who fills the role of [deputy] foreign minister of Israel - who is supposed to promote the image of the state of Israel in the world - is disparaging the largest and most powerful Jewish community in the world". (more...)
Man suspected in killing of DPS trooper may be in Waller County
- November 24, 2017
A Texas trooper was shot and killed near Dallas on Thursday, CNN reported . The suspected shooter is identified as Darbrett Black, a black male standing 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing 175 pounds. According to WFAA-TV, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a statement that he is saddened to hear of the trooper's death. Officials say anyone who spots him should not attempt to approach him but instead contact law enforcement. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
A Texas trooper was shot and killed near Dallas on Thursday, CNN reported . The suspected shooter is identified as Darbrett Black, a black male standing 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing 175 pounds. According to WFAA-TV, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a statement that he is saddened to hear of the trooper's death. Officials say anyone who spots him should not attempt to approach him but instead contact law enforcement. (more...)
Indiana Teacher Arrested For Having Drugs at School
- November 24, 2017
A northwest IN teacher is behind bars and facing drug charges after students say they caught her doing cocaine IN the classroom, and recorded the alleged act on video . "Earlier today, Lake Central administration was made aware of a situation regarding a teacher at Lake Central High School ", said Superintendent Larry Veracco. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
A northwest IN teacher is behind bars and facing drug charges after students say they caught her doing cocaine IN the classroom, and recorded the alleged act on video . "Earlier today, Lake Central administration was made aware of a situation regarding a teacher at Lake Central High School ", said Superintendent Larry Veracco. (more...)
US Navy aircraft carrying 11 crashes off Japan
- November 24, 2017
The Reagan was participating in a joint exercise with Japan's Maritime Self- Defence Force when the plane crashed. Eight warships joined a USA aircraft carrier and scores of helicopters and planes Thursday to search for 3 American sailors who went missing after their plane crashed in the Philippine Sea. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The Reagan was participating in a joint exercise with Japan's Maritime Self- Defence Force when the plane crashed. Eight warships joined a USA aircraft carrier and scores of helicopters and planes Thursday to search for 3 American sailors who went missing after their plane crashed in the Philippine Sea. (more...)
Flynn moving to cooperate with Mueller in Russian Federation probe
- November 24, 2017
Before this week, Kelner and been strategizing with lawyers for Trump, his son Donald Trump Jr. and his son-in-law Jared Kushner, among others. The Times reported Thursday that the change could be "an indication that Mr. He then established a private consulting firm and gave paid speeches, work that has drawn intense scrutiny from Mueller. Flynn failed to initially report his payments from either engagement. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Before this week, Kelner and been strategizing with lawyers for Trump, his son Donald Trump Jr. and his son-in-law Jared Kushner, among others. The Times reported Thursday that the change could be "an indication that Mr. He then established a private consulting firm and gave paid speeches, work that has drawn intense scrutiny from Mueller. Flynn failed to initially report his payments from either engagement. (more...)
Israeli blogger's selfies from Prophet's Mosque trigger anger, outrage
- November 23, 2017
The images were posted on Facebook by Ben Tzion, an Israeli citizen, during his trip to Iran, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Jordan. "Usually the one who wants those ties to be discreet is the other side", he added, in response to a question about whether the ties are with Saudi Arabia. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
The images were posted on Facebook by Ben Tzion, an Israeli citizen, during his trip to Iran, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Jordan. "Usually the one who wants those ties to be discreet is the other side", he added, in response to a question about whether the ties are with Saudi Arabia. (more...)
Sound heard in search for missing Argentine sub consistent with explosion
- November 23, 2017
During the $12 million retrofitting, the vessel was cut in half and had its engines and batteries replaced. The San Juan, a German-built diesel-electric sub, went missing as it was sailing from the extreme southern port of Ushuaia to the city of Mar del Plata, about 400 kilometres southeast of Buenos Aires. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
During the $12 million retrofitting, the vessel was cut in half and had its engines and batteries replaced. The San Juan, a German-built diesel-electric sub, went missing as it was sailing from the extreme southern port of Ushuaia to the city of Mar del Plata, about 400 kilometres southeast of Buenos Aires. (more...)
Investigators believe sheriff's deputy was run down intentionally
- November 23, 2017
The sheriff's office says the suspect's vehicle rolled over and the man, reportedly in his 20s from Macomb Township, was taken into custody at the scene. The sheriff's office says evidence suggests the suspect "deliberately ran down" Overall, swerving to hit him. The sheriff says he has four prior convictions for possession of marijuana and one for resisting and obstructing police. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
The sheriff's office says the suspect's vehicle rolled over and the man, reportedly in his 20s from Macomb Township, was taken into custody at the scene. The sheriff's office says evidence suggests the suspect "deliberately ran down" Overall, swerving to hit him. The sheriff says he has four prior convictions for possession of marijuana and one for resisting and obstructing police. (more...)
Dog walker found alive in Coquitlam
- November 23, 2017
Videos shared on Poitras' Facebook page for Annette's Doggie Daycare revealed a woman passionate about being out in nature with dogs. Poitras hasn't been heard from since she took her three dogs for a walk. McLaughlin said she slipped and injured herself, and was unable to hike out. Michael McLaughlin on Wednesday after two nights of a search and rescue efforts by multiple teams in the area. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
Videos shared on Poitras' Facebook page for Annette's Doggie Daycare revealed a woman passionate about being out in nature with dogs. Poitras hasn't been heard from since she took her three dogs for a walk. McLaughlin said she slipped and injured herself, and was unable to hike out. Michael McLaughlin on Wednesday after two nights of a search and rescue efforts by multiple teams in the area. (more...)
Trump touts leadership during Thanksgiving call with troops
- November 23, 2017
Addressing troops stationed in Afghanistan, the President said: "Everybody's talking about the progress you've made in the last few months since I opened it up", referencing his decision earlier this year to send up to 4,000 more trips to the country - going against his campaign promise to scale back foreign commitments. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
Addressing troops stationed in Afghanistan, the President said: "Everybody's talking about the progress you've made in the last few months since I opened it up", referencing his decision earlier this year to send up to 4,000 more trips to the country - going against his campaign promise to scale back foreign commitments. (more...)
Search continues for 3 US sailors missing in Philippine Sea
- November 23, 2017
Search for the plane's crew members has been expanded. The plane was carrying passengers and cargo from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni in Japan to the carrier when the plane crashed about 500 nautical miles southeast of Okinawa, Japan. In June, the USS Fitzgerald collided with a cargo ship off Japan, resulting in the deaths of seven us sailors. The USS John S. McCain and an oil tanker collided near Singapore in August, leaving 10 US sailors dead. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
Search for the plane's crew members has been expanded. The plane was carrying passengers and cargo from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni in Japan to the carrier when the plane crashed about 500 nautical miles southeast of Okinawa, Japan. In June, the USS Fitzgerald collided with a cargo ship off Japan, resulting in the deaths of seven us sailors. The USS John S. McCain and an oil tanker collided near Singapore in August, leaving 10 US sailors dead. (more...)
North Korea: Terror relisting 'disgraceful behavior' by Trump
- November 23, 2017
The country also fired powerful new midrange missiles over Japan and threatened to fire the same weapons toward Guam, a U.S. Pacific territory and military hub. "The spokesperson then defended the country's nuclear program, saying that the weapons are the deterrence to safeguard North Korea's sovereignty and its right to existence amid the US harmful policy and nuclear threats". (more...)
- November 23, 2017
The country also fired powerful new midrange missiles over Japan and threatened to fire the same weapons toward Guam, a U.S. Pacific territory and military hub. "The spokesperson then defended the country's nuclear program, saying that the weapons are the deterrence to safeguard North Korea's sovereignty and its right to existence amid the US harmful policy and nuclear threats". (more...)
Booked for 'raping' junior's daughter, Colonel sent to 3-day police custody
- November 23, 2017
The 56-year-old Army Colonel arrested for allegedly raping a fellow officer's adopted daughter was on Thursday remanded to three-day police custody by a local court, even as the survivor modified her testimony, saying only the accused, and not a third person, was at her house that day. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
The 56-year-old Army Colonel arrested for allegedly raping a fellow officer's adopted daughter was on Thursday remanded to three-day police custody by a local court, even as the survivor modified her testimony, saying only the accused, and not a third person, was at her house that day. (more...)
Canada's 'historic' recognition of housing rights could end homelessness
- November 23, 2017
The government is promising to build 100,000 new affordable housing units, fix another 300,000 subsidized units, cut chronic homelessness by 50 per cent and remove 530,000 households from what it calls "housing need", which is essentially reducing families' risk of homelessness. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
The government is promising to build 100,000 new affordable housing units, fix another 300,000 subsidized units, cut chronic homelessness by 50 per cent and remove 530,000 households from what it calls "housing need", which is essentially reducing families' risk of homelessness. (more...)
Steely Dan's Donald Fagen Sues Walter Becker's Estate for Control of Band
- November 23, 2017
As Pitchfork reports, the complaint focuses on a buy/sell agreement that was signed by Steely Dan's members in 1972 which allegedly stated that whenever a member of the band either leaves or dies, the rest of the band purchase that member's shares in the group. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
As Pitchfork reports, the complaint focuses on a buy/sell agreement that was signed by Steely Dan's members in 1972 which allegedly stated that whenever a member of the band either leaves or dies, the rest of the band purchase that member's shares in the group. (more...)
Donald Trump 'mistook New Zealand PM for Justin Trudeau's wife'
- November 23, 2017
But the prime minister, whose appearance at the high-profile summit was her first major global test since being elected, stressed that when she was formally introduced to Trump he seemed to know who she was. New Zealand's new prime minister, Jacinda Ardern , has said she regrets sharing a story from her introductory meeting with Donald Trump which led to the accusation the US President mistook her for Justin Trudeau's wife. (more...)
- November 23, 2017
But the prime minister, whose appearance at the high-profile summit was her first major global test since being elected, stressed that when she was formally introduced to Trump he seemed to know who she was. New Zealand's new prime minister, Jacinda Ardern , has said she regrets sharing a story from her introductory meeting with Donald Trump which led to the accusation the US President mistook her for Justin Trudeau's wife. (more...)
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