World
Mayer breaks Norway stranglehold with super-G gold
- February 16, 2018
Swiss Beat Feuz finished third behind Svindal and Jansrud in Thursday's Downhill but produced a beautifully controlled run of 1:24.57 straight after Mayer to claim silver . Of course I made some small mistakes, but nobody knows the course. Yet Austria will field a typically deep four-man team consisting of skiers who each placed on a podium in World Cup downhills since December. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
Swiss Beat Feuz finished third behind Svindal and Jansrud in Thursday's Downhill but produced a beautifully controlled run of 1:24.57 straight after Mayer to claim silver . Of course I made some small mistakes, but nobody knows the course. Yet Austria will field a typically deep four-man team consisting of skiers who each placed on a podium in World Cup downhills since December. (more...)
Woman poses as a man, marries two women for dowry in Uttarakhand
- February 16, 2018
As the two women got married, Sen allegedly started manhandling Kamini for dowry . However, the second wife found out that Sweety alias Krishna was not a man, instead is a woman. The accused rented a room in Haldwani and kept both of his "wives" there. The first wife lodged a report with the police in Haldwani alleging dowry demands and threats after which the police arrested Krishna, Nainital's senior supritendant of police Janmejay Khanduri told HT. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
As the two women got married, Sen allegedly started manhandling Kamini for dowry . However, the second wife found out that Sweety alias Krishna was not a man, instead is a woman. The accused rented a room in Haldwani and kept both of his "wives" there. The first wife lodged a report with the police in Haldwani alleging dowry demands and threats after which the police arrested Krishna, Nainital's senior supritendant of police Janmejay Khanduri told HT. (more...)
We Have to Face Exams Every Day of Our Lives, Says PM
- February 16, 2018
One of the Delhi students has asked him, '"How to handle the stress that we experience even after preparation?'". PM Modi insisted that the students should not be anxious while answering exams and even charted a "guide" for students on how to approach exams like a "warrior". (more...)
- February 16, 2018
One of the Delhi students has asked him, '"How to handle the stress that we experience even after preparation?'". PM Modi insisted that the students should not be anxious while answering exams and even charted a "guide" for students on how to approach exams like a "warrior". (more...)
Westminster Dog Show 2018: Here are the cutest dogs
- February 16, 2018
On Day 1 of the 142nd edition of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Madison Square Garden in NY, the best dogs came out to compete in their respective groups. Each dog in the show is presented to a judge by its owner, breeder or another professional. "I was watching this judge do a awful job with the breeds and I can remember saying to myself, 'I can do as good a job as that, '" said Stenmark with a chuckle. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
On Day 1 of the 142nd edition of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Madison Square Garden in NY, the best dogs came out to compete in their respective groups. Each dog in the show is presented to a judge by its owner, breeder or another professional. "I was watching this judge do a awful job with the breeds and I can remember saying to myself, 'I can do as good a job as that, '" said Stenmark with a chuckle. (more...)
Barack Obama calls for 'common sense' gun laws after Parkland school massacre
- February 16, 2018
He vowed to make mental health a priority - after tweeting about the " many signs " that the shooter was "mentally disturbed" - but avoided any talk of gun curbs to stem the bloodshed. He also suggested the authorities were powerless to stop such crimes. The Broward Sheriff's Office and Federal Bureau of Investigation have said they want to hear from people who have information about the shooting . (more...)
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- February 16, 2018
He vowed to make mental health a priority - after tweeting about the " many signs " that the shooter was "mentally disturbed" - but avoided any talk of gun curbs to stem the bloodshed. He also suggested the authorities were powerless to stop such crimes. The Broward Sheriff's Office and Federal Bureau of Investigation have said they want to hear from people who have information about the shooting . (more...)
Pence Says US Open To Diplomatic Talks With North Korea
- February 16, 2018
North Korea's leader has said he wants to boost the " warm climate of reconciliation and dialogue " with South Korea after his high-level delegation returned from a visit to the South. North Korea's titular head of state Kim Yong-nam arrives at Pyongyang Sunan International Airport on Sunday. She became the first member of the Kim family to visit below the DMZ since they came into power. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
North Korea's leader has said he wants to boost the " warm climate of reconciliation and dialogue " with South Korea after his high-level delegation returned from a visit to the South. North Korea's titular head of state Kim Yong-nam arrives at Pyongyang Sunan International Airport on Sunday. She became the first member of the Kim family to visit below the DMZ since they came into power. (more...)
Bipartisan immigration plan: Where the senators stand
- February 16, 2018
A sympathetic reading of President Trump's position on how to deal with "Dreamers" - people who came to the United States illegally as children - is that he believes only Congress has the power to act in this area. "It is striking to me that the White House and the Department of Homeland security actively and aggressively campaigned against the McCain-Coons bill and the bipartisan Rounds-King bill and yet both of those bills got more votes significantly then the White House- initiated ... (more...)
- February 16, 2018
A sympathetic reading of President Trump's position on how to deal with "Dreamers" - people who came to the United States illegally as children - is that he believes only Congress has the power to act in this area. "It is striking to me that the White House and the Department of Homeland security actively and aggressively campaigned against the McCain-Coons bill and the bipartisan Rounds-King bill and yet both of those bills got more votes significantly then the White House- initiated ... (more...)
Nobody will be spared in PNB fraud case: Finance Ministry
- February 16, 2018
A Mid-Day report states that Sidharth too is looking to cut ties with the diamantaire as he does not want to harm his image by being associated with Nirav, who has been accused in this major fraud case . PNB's Mehta still says that the bank is committed to clean and responsible banking . However, all seemed well till the PNB fraud came out in public and Nirav was spotted at the Davos meet recently, which was also attended by prime minister Narendra Modi . (more...)
- February 16, 2018
A Mid-Day report states that Sidharth too is looking to cut ties with the diamantaire as he does not want to harm his image by being associated with Nirav, who has been accused in this major fraud case . PNB's Mehta still says that the bank is committed to clean and responsible banking . However, all seemed well till the PNB fraud came out in public and Nirav was spotted at the Davos meet recently, which was also attended by prime minister Narendra Modi . (more...)
Florida student describes hearing her favorite teacher being shot dead
- February 16, 2018
Trump said that he is planning to visit Parkland . Trump is scheduled to spend the weekend at his private club in Palm Beach, Florida. In a presidential proclamation, Trump ordered all American flags at the White House, federal buildings and U.S. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
Trump said that he is planning to visit Parkland . Trump is scheduled to spend the weekend at his private club in Palm Beach, Florida. In a presidential proclamation, Trump ordered all American flags at the White House, federal buildings and U.S. (more...)
United States mourns Tsvangirai, Zimbabwe's opposition leader
- February 16, 2018
I considered Morgan a champion and a distinguished political leader of the Second Liberation of Zimbabwe from the dictatorship imposed by Robert Mugabe and his Zanu-PF which destroyed the hopes and aspirations of citizens of a nation that was once regarded as a shining hope in Africa. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
I considered Morgan a champion and a distinguished political leader of the Second Liberation of Zimbabwe from the dictatorship imposed by Robert Mugabe and his Zanu-PF which destroyed the hopes and aspirations of citizens of a nation that was once regarded as a shining hope in Africa. (more...)
Trump Endorses Gas Tax to Pay for Infrastructure Plan
- February 16, 2018
As a candidate, Trump was the builder who would lay down a shiny network of updated roads , bridges , rails, airports and waterways that would make this nation the envy of the world. "There's a reason why Ronald Reagan twice signed this idea into law". Trump's plan would shift the burden to state and local governments to come up with the money. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
As a candidate, Trump was the builder who would lay down a shiny network of updated roads , bridges , rails, airports and waterways that would make this nation the envy of the world. "There's a reason why Ronald Reagan twice signed this idea into law". Trump's plan would shift the burden to state and local governments to come up with the money. (more...)
Energy Transfer Partners (NYSE:ETP) Upgraded at Zacks Investment Research
- February 16, 2018
Albert D Mason reported 15,520 shares stake. ETE's profit will be $324.40 million for 14.48 P/E if the $0.30 EPS becomes a reality. After having $0.07 EPS previously, Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.'s analysts see 42.86% EPS growth. (NYSE:ETP). (NASDAQ:AMGN) stake by 8,163 shares and now owns 31,041 shares. Wells Fargo Company Mn holds 0.01% of its portfolio in Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
Albert D Mason reported 15,520 shares stake. ETE's profit will be $324.40 million for 14.48 P/E if the $0.30 EPS becomes a reality. After having $0.07 EPS previously, Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.'s analysts see 42.86% EPS growth. (NYSE:ETP). (NASDAQ:AMGN) stake by 8,163 shares and now owns 31,041 shares. Wells Fargo Company Mn holds 0.01% of its portfolio in Energy Transfer Equity, L.P. (more...)
Healthcare Spending Accelerating in United States as Prices, Incomes Rise
- February 16, 2018
Spending for hospital care is projected to increase from $970 billion in 2018 to $1.46 trillion in 2026, while spending for physician and clinical services is expected to climb from $734 billion to $1.1 trillion over the same eight years. Prescription drug costs are expected to see the fastest annual growth among health care expenditures over the next decade, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) predicts, rising an average of 6.3% a year due to higher drug prices and more use ... (more...)
- February 16, 2018
Spending for hospital care is projected to increase from $970 billion in 2018 to $1.46 trillion in 2026, while spending for physician and clinical services is expected to climb from $734 billion to $1.1 trillion over the same eight years. Prescription drug costs are expected to see the fastest annual growth among health care expenditures over the next decade, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) predicts, rising an average of 6.3% a year due to higher drug prices and more use ... (more...)
Federal Bureau of Investigation was warned of alleged shooter Nikolas Cruz months ago
- February 16, 2018
He says "they're going to have to get with YouTube about where the comment originated, but I think they already know". "The FBI conducted database reviews and other checks, but was unable to further identify the person who posted the comment". (more...)
- February 16, 2018
He says "they're going to have to get with YouTube about where the comment originated, but I think they already know". "The FBI conducted database reviews and other checks, but was unable to further identify the person who posted the comment". (more...)
Climber falls, 7 stranded on Oregon mountain
- February 16, 2018
The rescue started around 10:30 a.m. The lodge sits at about 6,000 feet (1829 meters). An eyewitness told KATU that "he started cartwheeling" just before disappearing from view. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office said the male climber is in critical condition. The deceased climber was part of the second group. Other climbers are on the mountain, but it's unknown if they are stuck. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
The rescue started around 10:30 a.m. The lodge sits at about 6,000 feet (1829 meters). An eyewitness told KATU that "he started cartwheeling" just before disappearing from view. The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office said the male climber is in critical condition. The deceased climber was part of the second group. Other climbers are on the mountain, but it's unknown if they are stuck. (more...)
Congress tears into Aiyar over pro-Pak remark
- February 16, 2018
Aggarwal in a statement said, the earlier complaint filed by him against Aiyar on December 25 past year, has also been forwarded to the crime Branch for further investigation. He added, "I love Pakistan because I love India". "There is only one way to resolve the India- Pakistan issue and that is by way of uninterrupted and un-interruptible dialogue", he said. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
Aggarwal in a statement said, the earlier complaint filed by him against Aiyar on December 25 past year, has also been forwarded to the crime Branch for further investigation. He added, "I love Pakistan because I love India". "There is only one way to resolve the India- Pakistan issue and that is by way of uninterrupted and un-interruptible dialogue", he said. (more...)
Pa. Democrats, others send Congressional redistrict plans to Supreme Court
- February 16, 2018
Parties to the original League of Women Voters case are permitted to submit their own maps of preference, but ultimately - unless an extension is granted to the political bodies - it will be the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issuing a map that will be used for the 2018 congressional election in Pennsylvania. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
Parties to the original League of Women Voters case are permitted to submit their own maps of preference, but ultimately - unless an extension is granted to the political bodies - it will be the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issuing a map that will be used for the 2018 congressional election in Pennsylvania. (more...)
Kremlin is aloof as wounded return after US Syria battle
- February 16, 2018
They have nothing to gain by fighting us. The 500-person attack also involved artillery, multiple-launch rockets systems and mortars. The Syrian advance was rebuffed by an immediate and intense USA response, which included a three-hour assault by AC-130 Hercules gunships, F-15 strike fighters, F-22 stealth fighters, Apache helicopters and US Marine artillery. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
They have nothing to gain by fighting us. The 500-person attack also involved artillery, multiple-launch rockets systems and mortars. The Syrian advance was rebuffed by an immediate and intense USA response, which included a three-hour assault by AC-130 Hercules gunships, F-15 strike fighters, F-22 stealth fighters, Apache helicopters and US Marine artillery. (more...)
Nirav Modi's PNB fraud case: Assets worth Rs. 5100 crore seized
- February 16, 2018
Despite tight fiscal conditions, the government recently extended a $14 billion bailout to ailing state banks as part of a broader $32 billion rescue plan. Taking a dig at the PM, Rahul Gandhi tweeted: "Guide to Looting India by Nirav MODI . 1". The bank alleged that Mr Modi worked with junior PNB officials to get the letters, the sources said. (more...)
- February 16, 2018
Despite tight fiscal conditions, the government recently extended a $14 billion bailout to ailing state banks as part of a broader $32 billion rescue plan. Taking a dig at the PM, Rahul Gandhi tweeted: "Guide to Looting India by Nirav MODI . 1". The bank alleged that Mr Modi worked with junior PNB officials to get the letters, the sources said. (more...)
Egypt arrests ex-auditor amid election upheaval
- February 16, 2018
Genena was taken from his home by police on Tuesday morning to the military prosecutors' office, his family said . His sister Ines confirmed the arrest in a statement to The Telegraph . "The army said in a statement on Monday that Geneina's claims "amount to crimes and aim to raise doubts about the state and its institutions" at a time when the armed forces are waging a battle to uproot terrorism in the Sinai region". (more...)
- February 16, 2018
Genena was taken from his home by police on Tuesday morning to the military prosecutors' office, his family said . His sister Ines confirmed the arrest in a statement to The Telegraph . "The army said in a statement on Monday that Geneina's claims "amount to crimes and aim to raise doubts about the state and its institutions" at a time when the armed forces are waging a battle to uproot terrorism in the Sinai region". (more...)
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