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NBC's Lindsey Vonn Show takes home Olympic bronze
- February 22, 2018
Murray had to reshape her squad just weeks before the Games after the two Koreas agreed to field a combined team, taking 12 players from the North and incorporating them into the South's 23-player roster. The Dutch were Sochi's gold medal victor in the event, however all eyes are on New Zealand's Peter Michael who was the first speed skater from his country to win a World Cup event in 2016. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
Murray had to reshape her squad just weeks before the Games after the two Koreas agreed to field a combined team, taking 12 players from the North and incorporating them into the South's 23-player roster. The Dutch were Sochi's gold medal victor in the event, however all eyes are on New Zealand's Peter Michael who was the first speed skater from his country to win a World Cup event in 2016. (more...)
Strikes over pension row begin at Norwich university
- February 22, 2018
For background reading, my colleague Sally Weale's piece looks at the tens of thousands of students calling for compensation over the University and College Union industrial action. "It is important now that UCU engages on how best to ensure the long-term sustainability of the scheme". Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn spoke out in support of workers, adding that he was "deeply concerned" about UUK's proposed changes to USS. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
For background reading, my colleague Sally Weale's piece looks at the tens of thousands of students calling for compensation over the University and College Union industrial action. "It is important now that UCU engages on how best to ensure the long-term sustainability of the scheme". Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn spoke out in support of workers, adding that he was "deeply concerned" about UUK's proposed changes to USS. (more...)
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Subjects of Anthrax Scare
- February 22, 2018
James Palace on February 12 where it was delivered for sorting. That powder was also found to be non-toxic. The letter reportedly contained a racist message. Tests revealed the powder was harmless but Scotland Yard is now said to be on high alert ahead of the royal wedding in May. "No arrests; inquiries continue". (more...)
- February 22, 2018
James Palace on February 12 where it was delivered for sorting. That powder was also found to be non-toxic. The letter reportedly contained a racist message. Tests revealed the powder was harmless but Scotland Yard is now said to be on high alert ahead of the royal wedding in May. "No arrests; inquiries continue". (more...)
Austrian big winner in Big Air debut
- February 22, 2018
Each rider had three runs, with the two best counting toward their final score. "It just feels good", she said. Gasser put on a spectacular final run at the Alpensia Ski Jumping Centre to earn a total score of 185-point-00 and claim the gold medal. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
Each rider had three runs, with the two best counting toward their final score. "It just feels good", she said. Gasser put on a spectacular final run at the Alpensia Ski Jumping Centre to earn a total score of 185-point-00 and claim the gold medal. (more...)
It'll be Vonn vs Shiffrin in final women's ski race at Olympics
- February 22, 2018
She finished eighth in Torino in 2006, she missed the 2014 Olympics after injuring her knee six weeks before the event, she raced the Vancouver 2010 downhill event - and won - with a bruised shin, and in the Super-G event in Pyeongchang , she finished sixth after almost falling in one of the last turns. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
She finished eighth in Torino in 2006, she missed the 2014 Olympics after injuring her knee six weeks before the event, she raced the Vancouver 2010 downhill event - and won - with a bruised shin, and in the Super-G event in Pyeongchang , she finished sixth after almost falling in one of the last turns. (more...)
Watch President Trump Hold Listening Session With Victims of School Shootings
- February 22, 2018
During the listening session Trump , along with Vice President Mike Pence and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos fielded ideas and statements from a number of attendees. He also said that if the school's assistant football coach Aaron Feis , who shielded students from being shot but died of gunshots himself, had a firearm in his locker, he could have shot Cruz. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
During the listening session Trump , along with Vice President Mike Pence and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos fielded ideas and statements from a number of attendees. He also said that if the school's assistant football coach Aaron Feis , who shielded students from being shot but died of gunshots himself, had a firearm in his locker, he could have shot Cruz. (more...)
Scottsbluff schools will have increased police presence Thursday, despite 'hoax' threat
- February 22, 2018
The same name associated with the post has been identified in these other cases and the post simply references "SHS", not a specifically named school. However, Shawnee Police say right now, it looks like that Facebook account, is fake. Out of an abundance of caution Springfield police made their presence known at the school Tuesday, with the school resource officer and three additional officers patrolling the area. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
The same name associated with the post has been identified in these other cases and the post simply references "SHS", not a specifically named school. However, Shawnee Police say right now, it looks like that Facebook account, is fake. Out of an abundance of caution Springfield police made their presence known at the school Tuesday, with the school resource officer and three additional officers patrolling the area. (more...)
United States beats Canada for first women's hockey gold since 1998
- February 22, 2018
The victory offers even more sweet revenge for the US, who not only lost the gold in overtime in 2014, but also lost to Canada 2-1 earlier in PyeongChang group play. That was also the first year women's hockey was a sport at the Olympic Games. "To be able to do this after the season they have had", Myhrer said of Hirscher and Kristoffersen, "is, of course, wonderful for me". (more...)
- February 22, 2018
The victory offers even more sweet revenge for the US, who not only lost the gold in overtime in 2014, but also lost to Canada 2-1 earlier in PyeongChang group play. That was also the first year women's hockey was a sport at the Olympic Games. "To be able to do this after the season they have had", Myhrer said of Hirscher and Kristoffersen, "is, of course, wonderful for me". (more...)
Israeli intelligence 'foiled' ISIS bombing of Australian flight
- February 22, 2018
Mr. Netanyahu's revelation came during a speech in Jerusalem to U.S. Jewish leaders, and followed a statement from the Israeli army that a branch of military intelligence known as "Unit 8200" had foiled an "aerial attack overseas by Islamic State". (more...)
- February 22, 2018
Mr. Netanyahu's revelation came during a speech in Jerusalem to U.S. Jewish leaders, and followed a statement from the Israeli army that a branch of military intelligence known as "Unit 8200" had foiled an "aerial attack overseas by Islamic State". (more...)
Trump acknowledges Russia's meddling in U.S. elections - White House
- February 22, 2018
USA airstrikes in Syria killed dozens of Russian military contractors fighting on behalf of the Assad regime, according to multiple reports. "I have been much tougher on Russian Federation than Obama, just look at the facts ", Trump tweeted. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
USA airstrikes in Syria killed dozens of Russian military contractors fighting on behalf of the Assad regime, according to multiple reports. "I have been much tougher on Russian Federation than Obama, just look at the facts ", Trump tweeted. (more...)
Teachers Threaten Protesting Students With Suspensions
- February 22, 2018
Students and a parent interviewed at Davis High School on Tuesday said they had not heard much about the walkout but were concerned in general about safety. They say Collins' opposition to gun control was part of the reason they planned the rally. The Parkland shooting replaced the 1999 shooting in Columbine as the deadliest high school shooting in the country. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
Students and a parent interviewed at Davis High School on Tuesday said they had not heard much about the walkout but were concerned in general about safety. They say Collins' opposition to gun control was part of the reason they planned the rally. The Parkland shooting replaced the 1999 shooting in Columbine as the deadliest high school shooting in the country. (more...)
Cardinal Dolan leads tributes to Billy Graham
- February 22, 2018
Dr. Alveda King, director of Civil Rights for the Unborn at Priests for Life, said Graham "has departed earth to receive A Warrior's Reward". "I remember how powerful his voice was, how entrancing his accent was and how warm the feelings were that would wash over me", she said. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
Dr. Alveda King, director of Civil Rights for the Unborn at Priests for Life, said Graham "has departed earth to receive A Warrior's Reward". "I remember how powerful his voice was, how entrancing his accent was and how warm the feelings were that would wash over me", she said. (more...)
CM Manohar Parrikar arrives in Goa, expected to table budget
- February 22, 2018
He has strong will power so he may present the budget", Deputy Speaker Michael Lobo said reporters at the state Assembly complex. "He could be taken to the USA if need be", Lobo told reporters at the state assembly complex on Monday. The GFP with three legislators, along with two independents and three MLAs of Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) had inked a post-poll pact with the BJP to form government in the state previous year. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
He has strong will power so he may present the budget", Deputy Speaker Michael Lobo said reporters at the state Assembly complex. "He could be taken to the USA if need be", Lobo told reporters at the state assembly complex on Monday. The GFP with three legislators, along with two independents and three MLAs of Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) had inked a post-poll pact with the BJP to form government in the state previous year. (more...)
Students, parents make emotional appeals on guns
- February 22, 2018
Society has changed and at this point you are either on the moral and ethical side of change or not. They are leading other young people to march on state capitals, and soon in our nation's capital, to demand action from their leaders. "Keep guns out of schools", read one sign. You wouldn't say that everyone has the right to own bombs or other deadly weapons. "Let's reach out to our community and find another way to raise money for this team". (more...)
- February 22, 2018
Society has changed and at this point you are either on the moral and ethical side of change or not. They are leading other young people to march on state capitals, and soon in our nation's capital, to demand action from their leaders. "Keep guns out of schools", read one sign. You wouldn't say that everyone has the right to own bombs or other deadly weapons. "Let's reach out to our community and find another way to raise money for this team". (more...)
Chris Cornell's widow gives emotional interview about the Soundgarden rocker's tragic death
- February 22, 2018
Two months later he would be found dead. Addiction was a constant challenge for Chris throughout his life, from alcohol to drugs. His shocking death was ruled suicide by hanging, and a toxicology report later revealed Cornell had several drugs in his system at the time of his death , including butalbital (a sedative), Ativan (lorazepam), pseudoephedrine (a decongestant) and barbiturates in his system at the time of death. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
Two months later he would be found dead. Addiction was a constant challenge for Chris throughout his life, from alcohol to drugs. His shocking death was ruled suicide by hanging, and a toxicology report later revealed Cornell had several drugs in his system at the time of his death , including butalbital (a sedative), Ativan (lorazepam), pseudoephedrine (a decongestant) and barbiturates in his system at the time of death. (more...)
Chicago bank linked to former Trump aide loan scheme
- February 22, 2018
Authorities say he overstated his company's income "by millions of dollars" to obtain one mortgage of $9.5 million and another for $6.5 million. The White House also did not respond to NBC's request for comment. No details such as who it's against or whether it's part of a plea deal are disclosed. Calk was announced as a member of then-candidate Donald Trump's council of economic advisers, but he was never offered a job in the administration. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
Authorities say he overstated his company's income "by millions of dollars" to obtain one mortgage of $9.5 million and another for $6.5 million. The White House also did not respond to NBC's request for comment. No details such as who it's against or whether it's part of a plea deal are disclosed. Calk was announced as a member of then-candidate Donald Trump's council of economic advisers, but he was never offered a job in the administration. (more...)
Rape Suspect Dies After Drinking Poison During Police Car Chase
- February 22, 2018
The suspect was declared dead at the scene. A spokesperson for the Los Angeles police, Officer Rosario Herrera, told the Times that the suspect was wanted for a sexual assault that occurred in early January. His auto then drove onto the right shoulder of the freeway, drifted across all northbound lanes and then came to a stop after bumping the center median, authorities said. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
The suspect was declared dead at the scene. A spokesperson for the Los Angeles police, Officer Rosario Herrera, told the Times that the suspect was wanted for a sexual assault that occurred in early January. His auto then drove onto the right shoulder of the freeway, drifted across all northbound lanes and then came to a stop after bumping the center median, authorities said. (more...)
Flood warning advised for Red Cedar River, EL area
- February 22, 2018
National Weather Service meteorologist Trent Frey said the record high for this day is 63 degrees, reached two years ago in 2016. The National Weather Service says some areas near Little Rock have seen 6 inches of rain over the past day, and more is in the forecast. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
National Weather Service meteorologist Trent Frey said the record high for this day is 63 degrees, reached two years ago in 2016. The National Weather Service says some areas near Little Rock have seen 6 inches of rain over the past day, and more is in the forecast. (more...)
Virginia among leaders in AP exam success
- February 22, 2018
More than one in four - 28.5 percent - of Virginia's 2017 graduates qualified for college credit on AP exams, meaning the commonwealth has the sixth-highest percentage in the United States. Buckingham County did not have any students take AP courses in the 2016-17 school year, according to College Board data. With the launch of AP CSP, the number of females who took an AP computer science course more than doubled, as did the number of Hispanic/Latino, Black/African American, and rural ... (more...)
- February 22, 2018
More than one in four - 28.5 percent - of Virginia's 2017 graduates qualified for college credit on AP exams, meaning the commonwealth has the sixth-highest percentage in the United States. Buckingham County did not have any students take AP courses in the 2016-17 school year, according to College Board data. With the launch of AP CSP, the number of females who took an AP computer science course more than doubled, as did the number of Hispanic/Latino, Black/African American, and rural ... (more...)
Donald Trump suggests arming teachers with guns to stop school shootings
- February 22, 2018
As he sat next to Nicole Hockley, whose 6-year-old son was killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting he asked again , "How did we not stop this after Columbine? ". He also suggested that teachers be trained to carry guns. The administration is seeking to respond to the shooting in Parkland that left 17 dead. The union's executive council on Wednesday passed a resolution condemning gun violence and calls to arm teachers, according to the statement. (more...)
- February 22, 2018
As he sat next to Nicole Hockley, whose 6-year-old son was killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting he asked again , "How did we not stop this after Columbine? ". He also suggested that teachers be trained to carry guns. The administration is seeking to respond to the shooting in Parkland that left 17 dead. The union's executive council on Wednesday passed a resolution condemning gun violence and calls to arm teachers, according to the statement. (more...)
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