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Rocket alarm sirens heard in southern Israel
- February 03, 2018
In November 2017, Israel conducted explosions on tunnels in the southern Gaza Strip, killing 12 Palestinian fighters with the Hamas and Islamic Jihad movements. "The IDF sees the Hamas terror group as the sole party responsible for what takes place in the Gaza Strip and for what emanates from it", an IDF spokesperson said. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
In November 2017, Israel conducted explosions on tunnels in the southern Gaza Strip, killing 12 Palestinian fighters with the Hamas and Islamic Jihad movements. "The IDF sees the Hamas terror group as the sole party responsible for what takes place in the Gaza Strip and for what emanates from it", an IDF spokesperson said. (more...)
Cape City's water restrictions convey artistic responses
- February 03, 2018
There are solutions for water problems as well as carbon and they are laid out in "The Age of Sustainability" but to implement them we first have to admit the problem. But only about 55 percent of residents stuck to last week's limit of 87 litres a day. Cape Town will be able to stave off the impending Day Zero if its residents fully adopt a conservative approach to water consumption, or if the city receives an extraordinary amount of rainfall in the next month and a half. (more...)
- February 03, 2018
There are solutions for water problems as well as carbon and they are laid out in "The Age of Sustainability" but to implement them we first have to admit the problem. But only about 55 percent of residents stuck to last week's limit of 87 litres a day. Cape Town will be able to stave off the impending Day Zero if its residents fully adopt a conservative approach to water consumption, or if the city receives an extraordinary amount of rainfall in the next month and a half. (more...)
Nawaz Sharif feels future of democracy in Pakistan remains uncertain
- February 02, 2018
Referring to Pakistan's shaky democratic history, Nawaz said that every now and then when the chosen political leaders try to ensure democracy sustains in the nation, there are a few biased individuals in the institutions which try to deteriorate that process. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Referring to Pakistan's shaky democratic history, Nawaz said that every now and then when the chosen political leaders try to ensure democracy sustains in the nation, there are a few biased individuals in the institutions which try to deteriorate that process. (more...)
Prince William and Kate Middleton visit Norway
- February 02, 2018
Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge might be British royalty, but clearly, they aren't immune to a good bargain like the rest of us. However, we have found an nearly identical number on the ASOS website , coming in at just €53. "He said "they are cool tattoos" and he asked how many I have, but I wasn't able to answer because I don't know", said Jasper, whose head is covered in ink. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge might be British royalty, but clearly, they aren't immune to a good bargain like the rest of us. However, we have found an nearly identical number on the ASOS website , coming in at just €53. "He said "they are cool tattoos" and he asked how many I have, but I wasn't able to answer because I don't know", said Jasper, whose head is covered in ink. (more...)
TDP irked over AP being 'ignored' in Budget, calls meeting of
- February 02, 2018
Vijayawada Chamber of Commerce and Industry President V. Bhaskar Rao said the Budget contained nothing that would have given a fillip to industries in the State, which was struggling to overcome the impact of bifurcation. "Many pressing issues like the railway zone, funding of state capital project Amravati and the Polavaram project have not been addressed", said Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and TDP Parliamentary Party leader Y S Chowdary. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Vijayawada Chamber of Commerce and Industry President V. Bhaskar Rao said the Budget contained nothing that would have given a fillip to industries in the State, which was struggling to overcome the impact of bifurcation. "Many pressing issues like the railway zone, funding of state capital project Amravati and the Polavaram project have not been addressed", said Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and TDP Parliamentary Party leader Y S Chowdary. (more...)
Yoga twins murder trial: CNY native found not guilty of killing sister
- February 02, 2018
According to ABC News , he later admitted that he only knew Anastasia for a little over a month before she died, and that he lived in her Porsche after her death until police confiscated his vehicle. " She was flirting with me, and she was cuddling on me ". " I'm disappointed ", Maui County Prosecuting Attorney J.D. Kim said after the verdict, CBS News reported. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
According to ABC News , he later admitted that he only knew Anastasia for a little over a month before she died, and that he lived in her Porsche after her death until police confiscated his vehicle. " She was flirting with me, and she was cuddling on me ". " I'm disappointed ", Maui County Prosecuting Attorney J.D. Kim said after the verdict, CBS News reported. (more...)
Myanmar government denies report of mass graves
- February 02, 2018
The ambassador said Myanmar authorities were trying to organize a visit for diplomats based in the country, and had emphasized that "tensions are high in Rakhine state at the moment". Myanmar's military and Aung San Suu Kyi's government have yet to comment on the AP report. The U.S. said it is "deeply troubled" by the report, echoing the UN's concerns over the lack of access to the region. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
The ambassador said Myanmar authorities were trying to organize a visit for diplomats based in the country, and had emphasized that "tensions are high in Rakhine state at the moment". Myanmar's military and Aung San Suu Kyi's government have yet to comment on the AP report. The U.S. said it is "deeply troubled" by the report, echoing the UN's concerns over the lack of access to the region. (more...)
Turkey: Rocket attacks from Syrian enclave kill 2
- February 02, 2018
According to the YPG, it does not target civilians in Turkey . The Kurdish-led administration of northeast Syria said Barin Kobane, a fighter with the Kurdish YPJ militia, was killed by Turkey-backed rebels who "played with her corpse and cut it up" as cameras rolled. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
According to the YPG, it does not target civilians in Turkey . The Kurdish-led administration of northeast Syria said Barin Kobane, a fighter with the Kurdish YPJ militia, was killed by Turkey-backed rebels who "played with her corpse and cut it up" as cameras rolled. (more...)
Olympic Weather Support Team Launches in PyeongChang
- February 02, 2018
Mathematically, it is 37 condoms per athlete for an approx. Brazilian newspapers reported that about 450,000 condoms were distributed to athletes ahead of the 2016 Rio Olympics - a figure that reflects the fact that the number of condoms distributed ahead of major global track, field and winter sports events has consistently risen. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Mathematically, it is 37 condoms per athlete for an approx. Brazilian newspapers reported that about 450,000 condoms were distributed to athletes ahead of the 2016 Rio Olympics - a figure that reflects the fact that the number of condoms distributed ahead of major global track, field and winter sports events has consistently risen. (more...)
Dennis Edwards of The Temptations has died
- February 02, 2018
Edwards was born in Alabama, but grew up in Detroit after his family moved to the area when he was a young child. In 2013, Edwards was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award for his work with The Temptations . Dennis Edwards also returned to The Temptations for a few different periods after his initial departure including a four-year era in 1980 - 1984 and the time between 1987 - 1989. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Edwards was born in Alabama, but grew up in Detroit after his family moved to the area when he was a young child. In 2013, Edwards was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award for his work with The Temptations . Dennis Edwards also returned to The Temptations for a few different periods after his initial departure including a four-year era in 1980 - 1984 and the time between 1987 - 1989. (more...)
Here's How to Watch the 2018 Puppy Bowl
- February 02, 2018
Schachner is excited to return as "rufferee" for a seventh year, joined this time by Shirley the rescue sloth assisting on the field. In addition to City Dogs Rescue, six other D.C. Watch highlights from Puppy Bowl XIII here . Although we couldn't get enough of the puppies, the game isn't just about them. It was pretty epic. This Sunday's Puppy Bowl will feature adoptable dogs who were left homeless by natural disasters. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Schachner is excited to return as "rufferee" for a seventh year, joined this time by Shirley the rescue sloth assisting on the field. In addition to City Dogs Rescue, six other D.C. Watch highlights from Puppy Bowl XIII here . Although we couldn't get enough of the puppies, the game isn't just about them. It was pretty epic. This Sunday's Puppy Bowl will feature adoptable dogs who were left homeless by natural disasters. (more...)
Starbucks Just Launched A Credit Card With Lots Of "Star" Perks
- February 02, 2018
Additionally, you'll get 250 Stars the first time you use your credit card to reload your registered Starbucks Card on the mobile app . The card allows customers to earn stars in and out of Starbucks' 8,000-plus locations, according to a company press release. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Additionally, you'll get 250 Stars the first time you use your credit card to reload your registered Starbucks Card on the mobile app . The card allows customers to earn stars in and out of Starbucks' 8,000-plus locations, according to a company press release. (more...)
USA extends residency protection for 7000 Syrians
- February 02, 2018
But the extension arrived with a caveat: Those who came to live in the United States after August 1, 2016, will not be eligible to join the program. The fears were if the Trump administration rescinded their Temporary Protected Status (TPS) after the March 30 expiry date. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
But the extension arrived with a caveat: Those who came to live in the United States after August 1, 2016, will not be eligible to join the program. The fears were if the Trump administration rescinded their Temporary Protected Status (TPS) after the March 30 expiry date. (more...)
BPD targeting drunk, impaired drivers during the Super Bowl
- February 02, 2018
In 2016, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that 10,497 people died nationwide in motor vehicle traffic crashes involving drunk drivers. Whether the drug is legally prescribed, marijuana or an illegal drug, driving under the influence is illegal and can be unsafe for drivers, passengers or other vehicles. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
In 2016, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that 10,497 people died nationwide in motor vehicle traffic crashes involving drunk drivers. Whether the drug is legally prescribed, marijuana or an illegal drug, driving under the influence is illegal and can be unsafe for drivers, passengers or other vehicles. (more...)
Jimmy Kimmel Strikes Out
- February 02, 2018
In curious timing, while Ms Daniels said in the statement she would have nothing further to say on the Trump matter, she soon bowled up to the Kimmel set. The couple have a daughter together. Kimmel also asked Daniels if she found it odd when Trump invited former President Bill Clinton's alleged sexual abuse victims to his presidential debate with former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton . (more...)
- February 02, 2018
In curious timing, while Ms Daniels said in the statement she would have nothing further to say on the Trump matter, she soon bowled up to the Kimmel set. The couple have a daughter together. Kimmel also asked Daniels if she found it odd when Trump invited former President Bill Clinton's alleged sexual abuse victims to his presidential debate with former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton . (more...)
At least 18 injured after van climbs pavement, ploughs into pedestrians
- February 02, 2018
Police dismissed fears the crash at around 9am near the People's Park could have been a terror attack. Local media reported the van had been carrying six people when it swerved off the road. In another, firefighters struggled to extinguish flames shooting up from inside the vehicle. Xinmin Evening News , one of the major newspapers in Shanghai, said at around 9 am, a brown van ploughed into a sidewalk in downtown Shanghai. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Police dismissed fears the crash at around 9am near the People's Park could have been a terror attack. Local media reported the van had been carrying six people when it swerved off the road. In another, firefighters struggled to extinguish flames shooting up from inside the vehicle. Xinmin Evening News , one of the major newspapers in Shanghai, said at around 9 am, a brown van ploughed into a sidewalk in downtown Shanghai. (more...)
Finsbury Park attacker Darren Osborne jailed for minimum of 43 years
- February 02, 2018
Osborne mowed down worshippers in Finsbury Park shortly after 12.15am on 19 June a year ago, killing Mr Ali and injuring nine others. Justice Cheema-Grubb said Osborne, from Cardiff, had planned "a suicide mission" and expected to be shot dead. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
Osborne mowed down worshippers in Finsbury Park shortly after 12.15am on 19 June a year ago, killing Mr Ali and injuring nine others. Justice Cheema-Grubb said Osborne, from Cardiff, had planned "a suicide mission" and expected to be shot dead. (more...)
Soft-Brexit Lawmakers Fight for Customs Union in Commons Battle
- February 02, 2018
In another sign of how Brexit threatens Cabinet unity, Fox, the International Trade Secretary, said Britain could only "take control" of trade and customs by striking new trade deals which it can't sign under European Union rules. Downing Street has rejected a report in the Financial Times that ministers are privately considering a customs union arrangement for post-Brexit trade in goods in order to avoid disruption to exports - something which Brexiteers believe would hamstring ... (more...)
- February 02, 2018
In another sign of how Brexit threatens Cabinet unity, Fox, the International Trade Secretary, said Britain could only "take control" of trade and customs by striking new trade deals which it can't sign under European Union rules. Downing Street has rejected a report in the Financial Times that ministers are privately considering a customs union arrangement for post-Brexit trade in goods in order to avoid disruption to exports - something which Brexiteers believe would hamstring ... (more...)
Washington imposes 'arms embargo' on S. Sudan, urges related calls from UN
- February 02, 2018
The United States is imposing restrictions on the export of defense articles and services to South Sudan, U.S. State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert said Friday. "We can not stand by idly as innocent civilians are murdered and raped". "We need to act against those who, with impunity, are continuing to massacre their peaceful populations", the head of the African Union commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, told reporters at the AU Summit held in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
The United States is imposing restrictions on the export of defense articles and services to South Sudan, U.S. State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert said Friday. "We can not stand by idly as innocent civilians are murdered and raped". "We need to act against those who, with impunity, are continuing to massacre their peaceful populations", the head of the African Union commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, told reporters at the AU Summit held in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa. (more...)
Texas Executes Man Who Murdered Daughters While Mom Listened
- February 02, 2018
The officer asked him to turn himself in so that police would not have to take him into custody while he was with his daughters, court documents showed. Pearle yelled into the phone for the children to run, then heard gunshots. He ferried his two little girls, Liberty and Faith, to soccer games and pinned up their crayon drawings in his office - until the night he shot them both dead as the ultimate act of cruelty against their mother. (more...)
- February 02, 2018
The officer asked him to turn himself in so that police would not have to take him into custody while he was with his daughters, court documents showed. Pearle yelled into the phone for the children to run, then heard gunshots. He ferried his two little girls, Liberty and Faith, to soccer games and pinned up their crayon drawings in his office - until the night he shot them both dead as the ultimate act of cruelty against their mother. (more...)
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