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Rahul Gandhi To Review Himachal Pradesh Poll Performance In Shimla Today
- December 29, 2017
Moving the motion under Rule 187, Yadav urged Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu to take notice of the alleged breach of Jaitley's privilege, who is also the Leader of the House. "The members of this House have dignity", Yadav told the House. Naidu said that he would examine the motion and make an appropriate decision. Emphasising on the central idea of the Congress being the virtue of truth, Gandhi said the party "accepts the truth, works with the truth". (more...)
- December 29, 2017
Moving the motion under Rule 187, Yadav urged Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu to take notice of the alleged breach of Jaitley's privilege, who is also the Leader of the House. "The members of this House have dignity", Yadav told the House. Naidu said that he would examine the motion and make an appropriate decision. Emphasising on the central idea of the Congress being the virtue of truth, Gandhi said the party "accepts the truth, works with the truth". (more...)
Haven't asked anyone to defend me: Mammootty on Parvathy controversy
- December 29, 2017
The veteran actor further clarified that he has not assigned anyone to debate or respond on his behalf. While some people from the industry such as Sidhique justified trolls, Kerala's Finance Minister Thomas Isaac also stood up for Parvathy, and lauded her for winning the best actress award at IFFI and condemned the abuse. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
The veteran actor further clarified that he has not assigned anyone to debate or respond on his behalf. While some people from the industry such as Sidhique justified trolls, Kerala's Finance Minister Thomas Isaac also stood up for Parvathy, and lauded her for winning the best actress award at IFFI and condemned the abuse. (more...)
Russian Federation ready to mediate between US, North Korea
- December 29, 2017
The immediate change of the implementation of sanctions for a process of dialogue was also called in the conversation, referring to the new package of sanctions recently passed by the UN Security Council and described as unfair by North Korea . (more...)
- December 29, 2017
The immediate change of the implementation of sanctions for a process of dialogue was also called in the conversation, referring to the new package of sanctions recently passed by the UN Security Council and described as unfair by North Korea . (more...)
North state honors fallen CHP officer
- December 29, 2017
Driving under the influence of marijuana has always been illegal in the state, but law enforcement will face new challenges in regulating such offenses once pot use inevitably becomes more commonplace. Funding for DUI operations is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
Driving under the influence of marijuana has always been illegal in the state, but law enforcement will face new challenges in regulating such offenses once pot use inevitably becomes more commonplace. Funding for DUI operations is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (more...)
Romanian Hackers Charged with Disabling Police Cameras Before Inauguration
- December 29, 2017
The suspects Mihai Isvanca and Eveline Cismaru were arrested in Bucharest on December 15 as they attempted to leave the country, the DOJ and European law enforcement officials said. However, investigators have not found any evidence confirming that hackers physically harmed or threatened specific individuals. In ransomware attacks, malware is secretly installed on computers, usually via rogue email attachments, which locks programs. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
The suspects Mihai Isvanca and Eveline Cismaru were arrested in Bucharest on December 15 as they attempted to leave the country, the DOJ and European law enforcement officials said. However, investigators have not found any evidence confirming that hackers physically harmed or threatened specific individuals. In ransomware attacks, malware is secretly installed on computers, usually via rogue email attachments, which locks programs. (more...)
Driver crashes after shooting at officers, leading them on I-95 chase
- December 29, 2017
A murder suspect who fired at police during a pursuit Thursday was critically injured after his vehicle overturned on I-95 in Stafford County. "The bullet was later found lodged in the driver's side headrest". Officials said the suspect later crashed into a guardrail, which caused the vehicle to flip upside down and land in the interstate's northbound lanes. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
A murder suspect who fired at police during a pursuit Thursday was critically injured after his vehicle overturned on I-95 in Stafford County. "The bullet was later found lodged in the driver's side headrest". Officials said the suspect later crashed into a guardrail, which caused the vehicle to flip upside down and land in the interstate's northbound lanes. (more...)
Washington to cut $285m from United Nations budget after Jerusalem vote
- December 29, 2017
Threats to the United Nations made by U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley and President Donald Trump over Jerusalem are unwise. " We will no longer let the generosity of the American people be taken advantage of or remain unchecked", she said . (more...)
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- December 29, 2017
Threats to the United Nations made by U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley and President Donald Trump over Jerusalem are unwise. " We will no longer let the generosity of the American people be taken advantage of or remain unchecked", she said . (more...)
Status Orange warning issued for Westmeath ahead of Storm Dylan
- December 29, 2017
The warning comes as Storm Dylan approaches Ireland, bringing wind speeds of 60 to 80 km/hr. Forecasters have issued warnings about "very strong winds" causing power cuts, damage to buildings and "danger to life" due to flying debris. The firm is offering 1-2 for the wind speed to reach 100mph before the New Year and evens for London to get snowfall by the end of Sunday. "This evening, rain will develop in the southwest". (more...)
- December 29, 2017
The warning comes as Storm Dylan approaches Ireland, bringing wind speeds of 60 to 80 km/hr. Forecasters have issued warnings about "very strong winds" causing power cuts, damage to buildings and "danger to life" due to flying debris. The firm is offering 1-2 for the wind speed to reach 100mph before the New Year and evens for London to get snowfall by the end of Sunday. "This evening, rain will develop in the southwest". (more...)
SNOW ICE weather warning now in force
- December 29, 2017
A weather warning for ice has been issued for parts of west Dorset. The warning is valid from 10pm on Friday until 6am on Saturday morning. A yellow warning meaning be aware has been issued from 4pm today (27) until 11am tomorrow. Weather warnings are in force. Galway motorists are advised to drive with care throughout the day as a result of lingering frost and ice. A Stansted spokesperson said passengers are being looked after, and Ryanair has apologised. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
A weather warning for ice has been issued for parts of west Dorset. The warning is valid from 10pm on Friday until 6am on Saturday morning. A yellow warning meaning be aware has been issued from 4pm today (27) until 11am tomorrow. Weather warnings are in force. Galway motorists are advised to drive with care throughout the day as a result of lingering frost and ice. A Stansted spokesperson said passengers are being looked after, and Ryanair has apologised. (more...)
IShares Russell 1000 (IWB) Rises 0.09% for Dec 28
- December 29, 2017
Moving averages can be very helpful for identifying peaks and troughs. Maybe those stocks that were sure-fire winners a few months ago have lost some steam. A reading under 30 may indicate that the stock is oversold, and possibly undervalued. One of the most popular time frames using RSI is the 14-day. CCI is relatively high when prices are much higher than average, and relatively low when prices are much lower than the average. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
Moving averages can be very helpful for identifying peaks and troughs. Maybe those stocks that were sure-fire winners a few months ago have lost some steam. A reading under 30 may indicate that the stock is oversold, and possibly undervalued. One of the most popular time frames using RSI is the 14-day. CCI is relatively high when prices are much higher than average, and relatively low when prices are much lower than the average. (more...)
SA court rules parliament failed to hold Zuma to account over scandal
- December 29, 2017
Since then‚ it is argued‚ nothing has been done by the speaker of the National Assembly to initiate steps to hold Zuma to account‚ which has resulted in a court battle in front of the justices of the Constitutional Court. The issue at hand for the opposition parties that brought the application is Parliament and its inaction in holding the president to account on the matter. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
Since then‚ it is argued‚ nothing has been done by the speaker of the National Assembly to initiate steps to hold Zuma to account‚ which has resulted in a court battle in front of the justices of the Constitutional Court. The issue at hand for the opposition parties that brought the application is Parliament and its inaction in holding the president to account on the matter. (more...)
Suspect drives off pier while running from police
- December 29, 2017
The Coast Guard was called to retrieve him, but after around 20 minutes the cold water proved too much and he swam back to shore, according to the Daily Astorian . He managed to escape the sinking truck and swim away from the pier - briefly. Fishermen on a nearby boat helped rescue him. Police said Erofeeff was able to get out of his vehicle. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
The Coast Guard was called to retrieve him, but after around 20 minutes the cold water proved too much and he swam back to shore, according to the Daily Astorian . He managed to escape the sinking truck and swim away from the pier - briefly. Fishermen on a nearby boat helped rescue him. Police said Erofeeff was able to get out of his vehicle. (more...)
Israeli military strikes several targets in Gaza
- December 29, 2017
There were no immediate reports of casualties in the exchange of fire, the first in more than 10 days. Police said another rocket exploded in a populated area damaging a building but causing no injuries. Israel holds Hamas for all attacks emanating from the territory regardless to which gunmen fire the rockets. According to Israeli assessments, these rockets are not being launched by Hamas, but by other militants groups from the Strip. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
There were no immediate reports of casualties in the exchange of fire, the first in more than 10 days. Police said another rocket exploded in a populated area damaging a building but causing no injuries. Israel holds Hamas for all attacks emanating from the territory regardless to which gunmen fire the rockets. According to Israeli assessments, these rockets are not being launched by Hamas, but by other militants groups from the Strip. (more...)
4 children among the dead in New York City fire
- December 29, 2017
The Fire Department of NY says a blaze raging in the Bronx apartment building has seriously injured more than a dozen of people. The Fire Department of NY says a blaze raging in a Bronx apartment building has seriously injured more than a dozen of people. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
The Fire Department of NY says a blaze raging in the Bronx apartment building has seriously injured more than a dozen of people. The Fire Department of NY says a blaze raging in a Bronx apartment building has seriously injured more than a dozen of people. (more...)
Trump tells NYT he thinks Mueller will 'be fair'
- December 29, 2017
Mr. Trump also told the Times he wasn't anxious about when the Mueller investigation will be wrapped up. Several Republicans, including Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley, have called for the removal of FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe - a move Democrats have argued is an effort to undermine Mueller as his investigation ramps up and to give Trump cover should he try to remove Mueller, a step the White House insists is not on the table. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
Mr. Trump also told the Times he wasn't anxious about when the Mueller investigation will be wrapped up. Several Republicans, including Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley, have called for the removal of FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe - a move Democrats have argued is an effort to undermine Mueller as his investigation ramps up and to give Trump cover should he try to remove Mueller, a step the White House insists is not on the table. (more...)
North Korean Soldier Who Defected South Has Anthrax Immunity
- December 29, 2017
The presence of those antibodies, which fight off the infectious disease, means the soldier was either exposed to anthrax bacteria or specifically vaccinated against it. As a signatory to the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), North Korea "maintains its consistent stand to oppose development, manufacture, stockpiling and possession of biological weapons", the statement said. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
The presence of those antibodies, which fight off the infectious disease, means the soldier was either exposed to anthrax bacteria or specifically vaccinated against it. As a signatory to the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), North Korea "maintains its consistent stand to oppose development, manufacture, stockpiling and possession of biological weapons", the statement said. (more...)
Donald Trump to weigh more aggressive United States strategy on Iran
- December 29, 2017
President Donald Trump could nix the Iran nuclear deal in January, and analysts believe he might do it, according to Politico . At what the TV report described as a "secret" meeting at the White House, the United States and Israel formulated and signed a joint agreement on strategy and policy regarding Iran. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
President Donald Trump could nix the Iran nuclear deal in January, and analysts believe he might do it, according to Politico . At what the TV report described as a "secret" meeting at the White House, the United States and Israel formulated and signed a joint agreement on strategy and policy regarding Iran. (more...)
Christmas Storm Buries Pennsylvania City Under 5 Feet Of Snow
- December 29, 2017
Bitter cold temperatures are here to stay for a while, with wind chills expected to be well below zero today. "Taking the outdoor air this morning and heating it to room temperature without humidifying it, you can end up with an indoor relative humidity as low as 5 percent", says information published on the Facebook page of the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
Bitter cold temperatures are here to stay for a while, with wind chills expected to be well below zero today. "Taking the outdoor air this morning and heating it to room temperature without humidifying it, you can end up with an indoor relative humidity as low as 5 percent", says information published on the Facebook page of the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids. (more...)
Tit-for-tat: Congress MLA slaps lady constable, cop slaps her back
- December 29, 2017
To utmost dismay, the woman constable slapped Kumari back infuriating her further. The incident occurred as Kumari was trying to make her way to the meeting convened by Rahul Gandhi to review the results of the recently concluded Himachal Pradesh assembly polls in which the Congress was routed out of power, securing just 22 of the state's 68 Assembly seats. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
To utmost dismay, the woman constable slapped Kumari back infuriating her further. The incident occurred as Kumari was trying to make her way to the meeting convened by Rahul Gandhi to review the results of the recently concluded Himachal Pradesh assembly polls in which the Congress was routed out of power, securing just 22 of the state's 68 Assembly seats. (more...)
Egypt says 10 killed in attack on Coptic church
- December 29, 2017
In Cairo, where a bombing at Egypt's largest Coptic cathedral killed at least 25 people last December, the Interior Ministry said police would conduct regular searches of the streets around churches, ahead of the Coptic celebration of Christmas on January 7. (more...)
- December 29, 2017
In Cairo, where a bombing at Egypt's largest Coptic cathedral killed at least 25 people last December, the Interior Ministry said police would conduct regular searches of the streets around churches, ahead of the Coptic celebration of Christmas on January 7. (more...)
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