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Chinese spy charged with stealing USA tech secrets
- October 11, 2018
We can not tolerate a nation stealing our firepower and the fruits of our brainpower. The indictment alleges that, beginning around December 2013 and continuing until his arrest, Xu targeted the aviation companies as they were recognised leaders in aviation. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
We can not tolerate a nation stealing our firepower and the fruits of our brainpower. The indictment alleges that, beginning around December 2013 and continuing until his arrest, Xu targeted the aviation companies as they were recognised leaders in aviation. (more...)
Navy Mom's Tweet Makes #HimToo Mockery Go Viral
- October 11, 2018
He was #1 in A school. e is a gentleman who respects women. The picture of Hanson in his old Navy uniform, resting one elbow on a bent knee, was accompanied by a caption claiming he was scared to go on "solo dates" because of false sexual assault allegations from "radical feminists". (more...)
- October 11, 2018
He was #1 in A school. e is a gentleman who respects women. The picture of Hanson in his old Navy uniform, resting one elbow on a bent knee, was accompanied by a caption claiming he was scared to go on "solo dates" because of false sexual assault allegations from "radical feminists". (more...)
F-35 Jets: Military grounds entire fleet
- October 11, 2018
Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, raised questions on the troubles still facing the F-35 program and its readiness rate of about 65 percent. The suspension by the Pentagon is to allow "a fleet-wide inspection of a fuel tube within the engine on all F-35 aircraft", the Defense Department said in a statement Thursday. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, raised questions on the troubles still facing the F-35 program and its readiness rate of about 65 percent. The suspension by the Pentagon is to allow "a fleet-wide inspection of a fuel tube within the engine on all F-35 aircraft", the Defense Department said in a statement Thursday. (more...)
Woman visits fiancé's grave on wedding day in her bridal gown
- October 11, 2018
He was reportedly killed by a drunk driver in November 2017 while helping a vehicle crash victim. As he stepped out of his vehicle to get his protective clothing, Blake rear-ended another truck with is own, which moved forward and hit Kendall. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
He was reportedly killed by a drunk driver in November 2017 while helping a vehicle crash victim. As he stepped out of his vehicle to get his protective clothing, Blake rear-ended another truck with is own, which moved forward and hit Kendall. (more...)
Three new weather warnings issued as Storm Callum nears Ireland
- October 11, 2018
The zone of heavy rain affecting England and Wales on Friday is then expected to move slowly northwards on Saturday, when a further yellow weather warning is in place. "You can check our website or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 for any flood warnings that may be in place and keep an eye on weather reports and local news for details of any disruption in your area". (more...)
- October 11, 2018
The zone of heavy rain affecting England and Wales on Friday is then expected to move slowly northwards on Saturday, when a further yellow weather warning is in place. "You can check our website or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 for any flood warnings that may be in place and keep an eye on weather reports and local news for details of any disruption in your area". (more...)
South Korea says no change on North Korean sanctions
- October 11, 2018
He added that Kim had said he was ready to allow global inspectors into North Korea's Punggye-ri nuclear testing site and the Sohae missile engine test facility as soon as the United States and North Korea agreed on logistics. Prior to that meeting, other sites reportedly under consideration were Geneva and Stockholm. "There is no way we will unilaterally disarm ourselves first", said Ri Yong-ho, North Korea's foreign minister, speaking at the United Nations. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
He added that Kim had said he was ready to allow global inspectors into North Korea's Punggye-ri nuclear testing site and the Sohae missile engine test facility as soon as the United States and North Korea agreed on logistics. Prior to that meeting, other sites reportedly under consideration were Geneva and Stockholm. "There is no way we will unilaterally disarm ourselves first", said Ri Yong-ho, North Korea's foreign minister, speaking at the United Nations. (more...)
Missing Saudi journalist reportedly ’killed in a barbaric way’ at consulate
- October 11, 2018
Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesman Hami Aksoy said Saudi authorities have notified Ankara that they were " open to cooperation " and would allow the consulate building to be searched. It has voiced deep concern at the "apparent enforced disappearance". President Donald Trump also publicly expressed concern over the reports surrounding Khashoggi's disappearance. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesman Hami Aksoy said Saudi authorities have notified Ankara that they were " open to cooperation " and would allow the consulate building to be searched. It has voiced deep concern at the "apparent enforced disappearance". President Donald Trump also publicly expressed concern over the reports surrounding Khashoggi's disappearance. (more...)
Top US officials talk to bin Salman on Khashoggi
- October 11, 2018
Airport security officials now say they checked all bags that the Saudi teams took with them from the consulate to the airport and say there were no suspicious items in any of the items loaded on to the jets for their return journeys to Riyadh. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
Airport security officials now say they checked all bags that the Saudi teams took with them from the consulate to the airport and say there were no suspicious items in any of the items loaded on to the jets for their return journeys to Riyadh. (more...)
Enbridge issues response to PG pipeline rupture
- October 11, 2018
Prince George RCMP said an incandescent orange fireball that could be seen for kilometres at approximately 5:30 p.m. PT was from an Enbridge natural gas pipeline exploding in Shelley, about 15 kilometres northeast of Prince George. "I could feel the heat through the windows", he said. "We're very concerned about this", Hall said, adding the focus now would be to keep affected residents informed about the situation. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
Prince George RCMP said an incandescent orange fireball that could be seen for kilometres at approximately 5:30 p.m. PT was from an Enbridge natural gas pipeline exploding in Shelley, about 15 kilometres northeast of Prince George. "I could feel the heat through the windows", he said. "We're very concerned about this", Hall said, adding the focus now would be to keep affected residents informed about the situation. (more...)
British couple among six killed in Majorca flash floods
- October 11, 2018
Two Britons are thought to have been killed during flash floods in Majorca . The rain was so heavy a river burst its banks. A Balearic Islands' emergency services spokeswoman, who wasn't authorized to be named in media reports, told The Associated Press that the body of a Dutch woman was also recovered from the garage of a house in Arta, another nearby town. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
Two Britons are thought to have been killed during flash floods in Majorca . The rain was so heavy a river burst its banks. A Balearic Islands' emergency services spokeswoman, who wasn't authorized to be named in media reports, told The Associated Press that the body of a Dutch woman was also recovered from the garage of a house in Arta, another nearby town. (more...)
THIS WEEK: Hurricane Michael and a significant cold front
- October 11, 2018
Tropical storm Michael formed off the coast of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula Sunday, and quickly strengthened to hurricane status by Monday, faster than expected. The storm at 8 a.m. was travelling with 35-mph winds . According to the hurricane center, one potential impact from a Category 3 hurricane is that "electricity and water will be unavailable for several days to weeks after the storm passes". (more...)
- October 11, 2018
Tropical storm Michael formed off the coast of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula Sunday, and quickly strengthened to hurricane status by Monday, faster than expected. The storm at 8 a.m. was travelling with 35-mph winds . According to the hurricane center, one potential impact from a Category 3 hurricane is that "electricity and water will be unavailable for several days to weeks after the storm passes". (more...)
Japanese Passport Tops 2018 Visa-Free Travel Index
- October 11, 2018
South Africa dropped another two rungs in the latest Henley Passport Index published on Tuesday . China moved up 14 places from last year to No. 71 this year after the countries it has visa-free and visa-on-arrival access to increased from 51 to 74. (more...)
- October 11, 2018
South Africa dropped another two rungs in the latest Henley Passport Index published on Tuesday . China moved up 14 places from last year to No. 71 this year after the countries it has visa-free and visa-on-arrival access to increased from 51 to 74. (more...)
Britain sees Brexit progress, again calls on European Union to ‘meet us halfway’
- October 10, 2018
The flow of Brexit-centric headlines continues through the week, and the UK Times is out with notes on UK Prime Minister Theresa, who looks set to chain down her own Conservative party within the UK's parliament in an effort to push through a Brexit compromise. (more...)
- October 10, 2018
The flow of Brexit-centric headlines continues through the week, and the UK Times is out with notes on UK Prime Minister Theresa, who looks set to chain down her own Conservative party within the UK's parliament in an effort to push through a Brexit compromise. (more...)
Hurricane Michael to make landfall on Florida Panhandle as powerful Category 4
- October 10, 2018
Its maximum sustained winds were measured at 70 miles per hour. However, over the next 24 hours or so, those winds are expected to subside and become more favorable, and additional strengthening of this system is expected as it passes across the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. (more...)
- October 10, 2018
Its maximum sustained winds were measured at 70 miles per hour. However, over the next 24 hours or so, those winds are expected to subside and become more favorable, and additional strengthening of this system is expected as it passes across the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. (more...)
Turkish authorities to search Saudi consulate after dissident journalist vanishes
- October 10, 2018
Riyadh claims he exited through a back door, the Turks are dubious and the search is on for clues. Mr Khashoggi, who was living in self-imposed exile in the USA and working for the Washington Post before his disappearance, was a frequent critic of the kingdom's de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman , whom he described as a "brash and abrasive young innovator" who was "acting like Putin". (more...)
- October 10, 2018
Riyadh claims he exited through a back door, the Turks are dubious and the search is on for clues. Mr Khashoggi, who was living in self-imposed exile in the USA and working for the Washington Post before his disappearance, was a frequent critic of the kingdom's de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman , whom he described as a "brash and abrasive young innovator" who was "acting like Putin". (more...)
Rand drops as South Africa’s finance minister asks Ramaphosa to remove him
- October 10, 2018
But Nene revealed to a judicial inquiry last week that he had met with the Gupta business family at their home and offices six times - contradicting earlier statements that he had only met them in passing at social occasions. "I deeply regret these lapses and beg your forgiveness". "It is a measure of his character and his commitment to the national interest that he has taken this decision to resign in the wake of errors of judgment, even though he has not been implicated in acts of wrongdoing". (more...)
- October 10, 2018
But Nene revealed to a judicial inquiry last week that he had met with the Gupta business family at their home and offices six times - contradicting earlier statements that he had only met them in passing at social occasions. "I deeply regret these lapses and beg your forgiveness". "It is a measure of his character and his commitment to the national interest that he has taken this decision to resign in the wake of errors of judgment, even though he has not been implicated in acts of wrongdoing". (more...)
What does Hurricane Michael mean for South Florida's weather?
- October 10, 2018
As of 8 p.m. EDT, Michael was 255 miles (410 kilometers) south of Panama City, speeding northward at 12 mph (19 kph). Co-owner James Frost, 36, sat with a few others on the sidewalk outside the bar late Tuesday, staring at the Apalachicola River, hoping the water will stop once it reaches that height as Michael slams ashore today. (more...)
- October 10, 2018
As of 8 p.m. EDT, Michael was 255 miles (410 kilometers) south of Panama City, speeding northward at 12 mph (19 kph). Co-owner James Frost, 36, sat with a few others on the sidewalk outside the bar late Tuesday, staring at the Apalachicola River, hoping the water will stop once it reaches that height as Michael slams ashore today. (more...)
SCANDAL: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife Sara begins trial for fraud
- October 10, 2018
Sara Netanyahu, aged 59 and a high-profile presence at her husband's side throughout his long tenure, has denied any wrongdoing. In Jerusalem the court began hearing the case of fraud in respect of the spouse of the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, Sarah. (more...)
- October 10, 2018
Sara Netanyahu, aged 59 and a high-profile presence at her husband's side throughout his long tenure, has denied any wrongdoing. In Jerusalem the court began hearing the case of fraud in respect of the spouse of the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, Sarah. (more...)
Kavanaugh sworn in again during ceremonial event at White House
- October 10, 2018
Now McConnell is singing a different tune, but he says he isn't ignoring precedent, because in 2020, Republicans will, most likely, have control of the Senate and the White House. "It was all made up, it was fabricated and it's a disgrace", he said. Later, in Orlando, he called Kavanaugh "a flawless person". Fifty-two percent said they believed the women versus 38 percent who said found Kavanaugh most credible. (more...)
- October 10, 2018
Now McConnell is singing a different tune, but he says he isn't ignoring precedent, because in 2020, Republicans will, most likely, have control of the Senate and the White House. "It was all made up, it was fabricated and it's a disgrace", he said. Later, in Orlando, he called Kavanaugh "a flawless person". Fifty-two percent said they believed the women versus 38 percent who said found Kavanaugh most credible. (more...)
Trump says he'll name Haley successor in 'next 2 or 3 weeks'
- October 10, 2018
Though she has ruled out challenging Donald Trump in 2020, we have not heard the last of Nikki Haley . Unlike some officials , Ms. Haley didn't present herself as someone who was reining in Mr. And she has cast herself as someone who can sway her mercurial boss on issues like Russian Federation sanctions, refugee resettlement and the value of the United Nations itself. (more...)
- October 10, 2018
Though she has ruled out challenging Donald Trump in 2020, we have not heard the last of Nikki Haley . Unlike some officials , Ms. Haley didn't present herself as someone who was reining in Mr. And she has cast herself as someone who can sway her mercurial boss on issues like Russian Federation sanctions, refugee resettlement and the value of the United Nations itself. (more...)
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