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Oldest human footprints discovered in Canada
- March 29, 2018
During the last ice age, the sea level was between 6 and 10 feet lower as opposed to today. View across the beach with Calvert Island in the foreground and Hecate Island in the background. "It is likely the tracks were left in an area that was just above the high tide line 13,000 years ago", Dr Duncan McLaren , first author of the research from the University of Victoria in British Columbia and the Hakai Institute on Calvert Island told The Guardian. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
During the last ice age, the sea level was between 6 and 10 feet lower as opposed to today. View across the beach with Calvert Island in the foreground and Hecate Island in the background. "It is likely the tracks were left in an area that was just above the high tide line 13,000 years ago", Dr Duncan McLaren , first author of the research from the University of Victoria in British Columbia and the Hakai Institute on Calvert Island told The Guardian. (more...)
Get ready for a Spielberg thrill ride
- March 29, 2018
In the final lap, though, his pedal on the metal slips. Pressing rewind is, if anything, an understandable desire these days. Spielberg says filming a movie set in a VR program allowed him to stage incredible scenes, but there were pros and cons. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
In the final lap, though, his pedal on the metal slips. Pressing rewind is, if anything, an understandable desire these days. Spielberg says filming a movie set in a VR program allowed him to stage incredible scenes, but there were pros and cons. (more...)
Teacher accused of performing oral sex on 13-year-old in classroom
- March 29, 2018
According to an application for a search warrant filed by Mendota Heights police last year, officials at St. Thomas Academy discovered a text message on May 9 of last year on a student's phone that read, "I've never wanted to cheat with anyone in my life, but I want to with you". (more...)
- March 29, 2018
According to an application for a search warrant filed by Mendota Heights police last year, officials at St. Thomas Academy discovered a text message on May 9 of last year on a student's phone that read, "I've never wanted to cheat with anyone in my life, but I want to with you". (more...)
64 dead in Russian shopping mall fire mishap
- March 29, 2018
Video taken at the scene of the fire showed enormous clouds of thick, grey black smoke pouring out of the windows and roof of the shopping mall, which featured a cinema, bowling alley, children's center and petting zoo, according to Tass . (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Video taken at the scene of the fire showed enormous clouds of thick, grey black smoke pouring out of the windows and roof of the shopping mall, which featured a cinema, bowling alley, children's center and petting zoo, according to Tass . (more...)
Meghan-Prince Harry wedding jacked up Suits visibility: Creator
- March 29, 2018
The operation for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's big day will be "amongst the largest in Thames Valley Police's history", the force said, as it revealed detailed plans for the event on 19 May. On the day visitors may be stopped and checked by roads policing officers and if travelling by train, British Transport Police will be patrolling stations and carriages. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
The operation for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's big day will be "amongst the largest in Thames Valley Police's history", the force said, as it revealed detailed plans for the event on 19 May. On the day visitors may be stopped and checked by roads policing officers and if travelling by train, British Transport Police will be patrolling stations and carriages. (more...)
'Gun Debate Is Over' After Rally In Washington
- March 29, 2018
Dakota Widenor, an 18-year-old attending Shoemaker High School, had been watching testimonies given by students who survived the February 14 shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. A #ProlifeWalkout, started by a 17-year-old California student named Brandon Gillespie, is now set for April 11 at spots around the nation. "Just the fact that we got to be there was enough for me", Lester said. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Dakota Widenor, an 18-year-old attending Shoemaker High School, had been watching testimonies given by students who survived the February 14 shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. A #ProlifeWalkout, started by a 17-year-old California student named Brandon Gillespie, is now set for April 11 at spots around the nation. "Just the fact that we got to be there was enough for me", Lester said. (more...)
Trump kids jab Jeb after Bush says his children 'actually love me'
- March 29, 2018
He has also been critical of President Trump for not doing more against Russian Federation for its interference in the 2016 election. "Jeb!" the eldest Trump son wrote. "If there was ever need for a Bill Buckley-like approach, to transforming conservatism in this country, it is right now", Bush said. Jeb's disagreements with Trump over the direction of the GOP are certainly fair game, and part of a healthy debate Republicans should always have. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
He has also been critical of President Trump for not doing more against Russian Federation for its interference in the 2016 election. "Jeb!" the eldest Trump son wrote. "If there was ever need for a Bill Buckley-like approach, to transforming conservatism in this country, it is right now", Bush said. Jeb's disagreements with Trump over the direction of the GOP are certainly fair game, and part of a healthy debate Republicans should always have. (more...)
Maryland appeals court orders new trial in 'Serial' murder case
- March 29, 2018
There, judges had focused more on the alibi witness angle, questioning attorneys for Syed and the state attorney general's office about what weight they should give to Asia McClain Chapman, who claimed to have seen Syed at the Woodlawn library when prosecutors Lee was killed. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
There, judges had focused more on the alibi witness angle, questioning attorneys for Syed and the state attorney general's office about what weight they should give to Asia McClain Chapman, who claimed to have seen Syed at the Woodlawn library when prosecutors Lee was killed. (more...)
Judge says Saudi Arabia liable to pay 9/11 victims claims
- March 29, 2018
The lawsuits were made possible by a legislative change enabling US citizens to sue Saudi citizens. Saudi Arabia had long had broad immunity from September 11 lawsuits in the United States, before the US Congress in September 2016 overrode a veto by President Barack Obama to allow such cases to proceed. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
The lawsuits were made possible by a legislative change enabling US citizens to sue Saudi citizens. Saudi Arabia had long had broad immunity from September 11 lawsuits in the United States, before the US Congress in September 2016 overrode a veto by President Barack Obama to allow such cases to proceed. (more...)
Vice President Venkaiah Naidu launches Balakrishna's NTR biopic
- March 29, 2018
Vice President of India Venkaiah Naidu was seen attending as chief guest for this film. Venkaiah spoke to media at that time and stated "It's not an encouraging thing for Vice presidents top attend the movie launches but this case it is NTR's Biopic that is why the fans of me on Sr NTR got me to launch this". (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Vice President of India Venkaiah Naidu was seen attending as chief guest for this film. Venkaiah spoke to media at that time and stated "It's not an encouraging thing for Vice presidents top attend the movie launches but this case it is NTR's Biopic that is why the fans of me on Sr NTR got me to launch this". (more...)
This former Disney Channel star just joined the White House press team
- March 29, 2018
She is best known for her role as Barbara Winslow in the family film- Marmaduke . " Caroline Sunshine was a White House intern", a spokesperson for the White House said in a statement . CNBC's Larry Kudlow was named his top economic behavior, while Fox News analyst John Bolton will be the new national security adviser. Omarosa Manigault Newman, a former participant on The Apprentice , was also part of the White House staff as director of Communications for the Office of Public ... (more...)
- March 29, 2018
She is best known for her role as Barbara Winslow in the family film- Marmaduke . " Caroline Sunshine was a White House intern", a spokesperson for the White House said in a statement . CNBC's Larry Kudlow was named his top economic behavior, while Fox News analyst John Bolton will be the new national security adviser. Omarosa Manigault Newman, a former participant on The Apprentice , was also part of the White House staff as director of Communications for the Office of Public ... (more...)
Distracted driving blamed for crash that killed 6-year-old
- March 29, 2018
More than half of survey respondents report that they regularly see other motorists emailing or texting. When it comes to regulating what drivers do behind the wheel, 87.6 percent of drivers surveyed supported legislation against reading, typing or sending a text, and 73.4 percent drivers supported laws against using a hand-held cellphone while driving. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
More than half of survey respondents report that they regularly see other motorists emailing or texting. When it comes to regulating what drivers do behind the wheel, 87.6 percent of drivers surveyed supported legislation against reading, typing or sending a text, and 73.4 percent drivers supported laws against using a hand-held cellphone while driving. (more...)
UAE: Barakah's First Nuclear Power Plant Completed
- March 29, 2018
It said Abu Dhabi's powerful Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan traveled with Moon to the Barakah nuclear power plant. The 5.6GW nuclear power plant, which will feature four units with Advanced Power Reactor 1400 MW (APR-1400) nuclear reactor technology, will be the country's first of its kind since 1985. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
It said Abu Dhabi's powerful Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan traveled with Moon to the Barakah nuclear power plant. The 5.6GW nuclear power plant, which will feature four units with Advanced Power Reactor 1400 MW (APR-1400) nuclear reactor technology, will be the country's first of its kind since 1985. (more...)
Brexit: Theresa May vows to keep UK 'strong and united'
- March 29, 2018
Speaking to voters in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales, Theresa May will say that, whether they voted Leave or Remain, what is important now is making Brexit "a success for everyone". May has been accused of a power grab by the Scottish and Welsh governments over plans to repatriate some powers from Brussels to Westminster rather than to the devolved administrations. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Speaking to voters in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales, Theresa May will say that, whether they voted Leave or Remain, what is important now is making Brexit "a success for everyone". May has been accused of a power grab by the Scottish and Welsh governments over plans to repatriate some powers from Brussels to Westminster rather than to the devolved administrations. (more...)
Rick Santorum urges gun-protesting Parkland students to take CPR classes instead
- March 29, 2018
Santorum was a guest on CNN's State of the Union one day after March for Our Lives rallies across the nation and around the world drew hundreds of thousands of protesters demanding safer schools and tighter gun laws. CNN's Van Jones , who was part of the panel discussion, noted how his son was about to be high school age. I'm proud of these kids. Those "phony" gun laws? Rick Santorum has a solution for students calling for new gun control legislation: CPR classes. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Santorum was a guest on CNN's State of the Union one day after March for Our Lives rallies across the nation and around the world drew hundreds of thousands of protesters demanding safer schools and tighter gun laws. CNN's Van Jones , who was part of the panel discussion, noted how his son was about to be high school age. I'm proud of these kids. Those "phony" gun laws? Rick Santorum has a solution for students calling for new gun control legislation: CPR classes. (more...)
Trump Replaces Veterans Affairs Secretary With His Personal Doctor
- March 29, 2018
The president said in a statement that Jackson, a Navy rear admiral , "has seen firsthand the tremendous sacrifice our veterans make and has a deep appreciation for the debt our great country owes them". "I don't think we know a lot about [Shulkin's] replacement", said Verna Jones, director of the American Legion. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said the removal was "a troubling step towards the Trump Administration's ultimate goal of V.A. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
The president said in a statement that Jackson, a Navy rear admiral , "has seen firsthand the tremendous sacrifice our veterans make and has a deep appreciation for the debt our great country owes them". "I don't think we know a lot about [Shulkin's] replacement", said Verna Jones, director of the American Legion. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said the removal was "a troubling step towards the Trump Administration's ultimate goal of V.A. (more...)
Australia cricket coach Lehmann to quit after South Africa series
- March 29, 2018
Mistakes have been made which have damaged cricket. "It would be unfair of me to sit here and question the board's decision but they are great players and I don't think this should define them", he tweeted. "The thing that breaks my heart is that I have given up my spot in the team for free", he said, holding back tears. "They don't reflect on my values and who I've grown up to be and it's something that I'm really ashamed of and I'm so sorry for". (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Mistakes have been made which have damaged cricket. "It would be unfair of me to sit here and question the board's decision but they are great players and I don't think this should define them", he tweeted. "The thing that breaks my heart is that I have given up my spot in the team for free", he said, holding back tears. "They don't reflect on my values and who I've grown up to be and it's something that I'm really ashamed of and I'm so sorry for". (more...)
Nigeria's commercial city Lagos declares holiday for Buhari's visit
- March 29, 2018
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), civil society bodies and professionals had in solidarity joined the protest. According to Lagos Government officials, Buhari is scheduled to chair a colloquium in honour of former Lagos governor and chieftain of the ruling APC, Chief Bola Tinubu , who is celebration his 66th birthday, visit the Eko Atlantic City project and flag off the construction of the Lekki deep sea port. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), civil society bodies and professionals had in solidarity joined the protest. According to Lagos Government officials, Buhari is scheduled to chair a colloquium in honour of former Lagos governor and chieftain of the ruling APC, Chief Bola Tinubu , who is celebration his 66th birthday, visit the Eko Atlantic City project and flag off the construction of the Lekki deep sea port. (more...)
Vietnam veterans remembered on National Vietnam War Veterans Day
- March 29, 2018
For many Vietnam Veterans, it's the recognition they deserved and should have received when they returned home from the war, but many did not . "We are proud to partner with the Department of Veterans Affairs in this endeavor", said Shanahan. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
For many Vietnam Veterans, it's the recognition they deserved and should have received when they returned home from the war, but many did not . "We are proud to partner with the Department of Veterans Affairs in this endeavor", said Shanahan. (more...)
Opposition leaders meet Prez on SC/ST Act issue
- March 29, 2018
An envoy of Dalit ministers and MPs headed by Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi over their concerns on the Supreme Court's judgement diluting provisions of the Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) atrocities act. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
An envoy of Dalit ministers and MPs headed by Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi over their concerns on the Supreme Court's judgement diluting provisions of the Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) atrocities act. (more...)
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