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Venezuela still in dark, Guaido wants 'state of alarm' declared
- March 12, 2019
Venezuela captured multiple headlines over the past couple of months, with issues ranging from the introduction of Petro and the skyrocketing inflation rate to the internal political crisis between incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and the current interim President Juan Guaido . (more...)
- March 12, 2019
Venezuela captured multiple headlines over the past couple of months, with issues ranging from the introduction of Petro and the skyrocketing inflation rate to the internal political crisis between incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and the current interim President Juan Guaido . (more...)
Florida mother fatally stabs 11-year-old daughter, takes to hospital
- March 12, 2019
Sunday, when witnesses reported seeing Rivera banging on the door of an Orlando home, accusing a man of having sex with Aleyda, which her daughter denied. According to sheriff's officials, Rivera drove up to valet parking at the medical facility and asked for medical assistance for her daughter. Rivera reportedly first told detectives that a man had stabbed her daughter before running away. (more...)
- March 12, 2019
Sunday, when witnesses reported seeing Rivera banging on the door of an Orlando home, accusing a man of having sex with Aleyda, which her daughter denied. According to sheriff's officials, Rivera drove up to valet parking at the medical facility and asked for medical assistance for her daughter. Rivera reportedly first told detectives that a man had stabbed her daughter before running away. (more...)
Pelosi, on impeachment, says Trump ‘not worth it’
- March 12, 2019
President Donald Trump walks on the South Lawn of the White House, on March 10, 2019, in Washington after returning from Mar-a-Lago in Florida. Yet, Pelosi also said that she does not believe Trump is up for the job of running the country. (more...)
- March 12, 2019
President Donald Trump walks on the South Lawn of the White House, on March 10, 2019, in Washington after returning from Mar-a-Lago in Florida. Yet, Pelosi also said that she does not believe Trump is up for the job of running the country. (more...)
At least 87 injured after boat collides with 'marine creature' in Japan
- March 12, 2019
The incident occurred between Niigata and Sado Island, off Japan's northwest coast. Such accidents happen because oftentimes, the vessel operator does not see the marine animals from the surface and even if they do, there is no more time to avoid a collision. (more...)
- March 12, 2019
The incident occurred between Niigata and Sado Island, off Japan's northwest coast. Such accidents happen because oftentimes, the vessel operator does not see the marine animals from the surface and even if they do, there is no more time to avoid a collision. (more...)
Plane Believed to be Carrying Bouteflika Lands in Algeria
- March 12, 2019
The official Algeria Press Service (APS) reported that Bouteflika made the announcement in a "letter to the nation" and also postponed the April 18 elections. Army Chief of Staff Ahmed Gaid Salah added his voice, saying Sunday that the army and the people "have the same vision of the future". Watch: Thousands in Montreal protest Bouteflika government :Huge crowds gathered outside the Algerian consulate in Montreal to protest the country's ruling government and to stand in solidarity with ... (more...)
- March 12, 2019
The official Algeria Press Service (APS) reported that Bouteflika made the announcement in a "letter to the nation" and also postponed the April 18 elections. Army Chief of Staff Ahmed Gaid Salah added his voice, saying Sunday that the army and the people "have the same vision of the future". Watch: Thousands in Montreal protest Bouteflika government :Huge crowds gathered outside the Algerian consulate in Montreal to protest the country's ruling government and to stand in solidarity with ... (more...)
Jaguar That Attacked Woman at Arizona Zoo Won't Be Put Down
- March 12, 2019
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park tweeted yesterday that witnesses reported seeing the woman cross over the barrier to take a photo. Shawn Gilleland, a spokesman for Rural Metro Fire who rushed to the scene of the incident, revealed how the guest, "wanted to take a selfie or a picture of the animal, and she put her arm close enough to the cage that the cat was able to reach her". (more...)
- March 12, 2019
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park tweeted yesterday that witnesses reported seeing the woman cross over the barrier to take a photo. Shawn Gilleland, a spokesman for Rural Metro Fire who rushed to the scene of the incident, revealed how the guest, "wanted to take a selfie or a picture of the animal, and she put her arm close enough to the cage that the cat was able to reach her". (more...)
British woman missing in Guatemala left hotel with puppy later found alone
- March 12, 2019
Lake Atitlan is one of Guatemala's main tourist attractions. Shaw had been travelling since September past year and previously visited Mexico and California. "So this is unusual behavior which gives us great concern for her safety". "If anybody has any information, at all, please contact us, the Lucie Blackman Trust, or the police", added her father. (more...)
- March 12, 2019
Lake Atitlan is one of Guatemala's main tourist attractions. Shaw had been travelling since September past year and previously visited Mexico and California. "So this is unusual behavior which gives us great concern for her safety". "If anybody has any information, at all, please contact us, the Lucie Blackman Trust, or the police", added her father. (more...)
Bolton says he won't speculate on North Korean nuclear site
- March 11, 2019
We'll take a look. "As the president said he'd be pretty disappointed if Kim Jong Un went ahead and did something like that", Bolton said to ABC News' "This Week". Behind the scenes, administration officials say the concept of another summit feels increasingly distant because working-level talks with the North Koreans have yet to resume. (more...)
- March 11, 2019
We'll take a look. "As the president said he'd be pretty disappointed if Kim Jong Un went ahead and did something like that", Bolton said to ABC News' "This Week". Behind the scenes, administration officials say the concept of another summit feels increasingly distant because working-level talks with the North Koreans have yet to resume. (more...)
Missing climbers found dead on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat
- March 11, 2019
Climbers Tom Ballard and Daniele Nardi were last heard from on February 24 as they climbed the Nanga Parbat, which at 8,125 metres (26,660 feet) is the world's ninth-highest peak. Ballard, 30, was the son of British climber Alison Hargreaves, the first woman to scale Mount Everest alone. Haidri said that due to the altitude and the hard conditions on the mountain, it would not be possible to bring the bodies down. (more...)
- March 11, 2019
Climbers Tom Ballard and Daniele Nardi were last heard from on February 24 as they climbed the Nanga Parbat, which at 8,125 metres (26,660 feet) is the world's ninth-highest peak. Ballard, 30, was the son of British climber Alison Hargreaves, the first woman to scale Mount Everest alone. Haidri said that due to the altitude and the hard conditions on the mountain, it would not be possible to bring the bodies down. (more...)
Trump says his ‘Tim Apple’ gaffe was just more fake news
- March 11, 2019
According to Axios , while entertaining RNC donors at Mar-a-Lago this weekend, Mr. Trump was heard saying that the media is once again spreading "fake news" when reporting about his " Tim Apple " remark. "Hey look, it's Tim Apple , son of Apple founder Steve Apple", said one user. 'I just thought, why would you lie about that?' one donors asked, adding: 'It doesn't even matter!' Axios spoke to attendees of the fundraiser who said they were perplexed why Trump would make a big deal out ... (more...)
- March 11, 2019
According to Axios , while entertaining RNC donors at Mar-a-Lago this weekend, Mr. Trump was heard saying that the media is once again spreading "fake news" when reporting about his " Tim Apple " remark. "Hey look, it's Tim Apple , son of Apple founder Steve Apple", said one user. 'I just thought, why would you lie about that?' one donors asked, adding: 'It doesn't even matter!' Axios spoke to attendees of the fundraiser who said they were perplexed why Trump would make a big deal out ... (more...)
Brexit talks deadlocked before vote on May's deal
- March 11, 2019
No, really! We've heard this before, but now it looks to be real. If that happens, lawmakers will be able to vote on Wednesday and Thursday on whether they want to leave the bloc without a deal, or ask for a delay to Brexit beyond March 29 - all but wresting control of Brexit from the government. (more...)
- March 11, 2019
No, really! We've heard this before, but now it looks to be real. If that happens, lawmakers will be able to vote on Wednesday and Thursday on whether they want to leave the bloc without a deal, or ask for a delay to Brexit beyond March 29 - all but wresting control of Brexit from the government. (more...)
Japanese woman confirmed as world's oldest person aged 116
- March 11, 2019
Kane Tanaka was born on 2 January 1903, the year when the Wright brothers launched humanity's first powered flight, according to Guinness. She married Hideo Tanaka on January 6, 1922 and had four children, as well as another girl she adopted from her sister. (more...)
- March 11, 2019
Kane Tanaka was born on 2 January 1903, the year when the Wright brothers launched humanity's first powered flight, according to Guinness. She married Hideo Tanaka on January 6, 1922 and had four children, as well as another girl she adopted from her sister. (more...)
Trump budget seeks 5 percent cut in non-defense spending: OMB
- March 11, 2019
Announcement of the new budget proposal comes shortly after the federal government ended a historic 35-day partial shutdown over wall funding. Trump's spending plan also requires colleges and universities "to share a portion of the financial responsibility associated with federal student loans"; allocates $80 billion for veterans - a 10 percent boost from fiscal 2019; and provides investments "in the capabilities and domains critical to future conflicts", including space, artificial ... (more...)
- March 11, 2019
Announcement of the new budget proposal comes shortly after the federal government ended a historic 35-day partial shutdown over wall funding. Trump's spending plan also requires colleges and universities "to share a portion of the financial responsibility associated with federal student loans"; allocates $80 billion for veterans - a 10 percent boost from fiscal 2019; and provides investments "in the capabilities and domains critical to future conflicts", including space, artificial ... (more...)
Pakistani-origin ISIS brides lose British citizenship
- March 11, 2019
Decisions to withdraw citizenship from individuals were evidence-based and not taken lightly, it added. In an interview recorded before he found out Ms Begum's baby son had died in a refugee camp, Ahmed Ali urged the British government and public to take her back. (more...)
- March 11, 2019
Decisions to withdraw citizenship from individuals were evidence-based and not taken lightly, it added. In an interview recorded before he found out Ms Begum's baby son had died in a refugee camp, Ahmed Ali urged the British government and public to take her back. (more...)
Moment diver was swallowed and then spat out by mammoth whale
- March 11, 2019
Fortunately, nearly as soon as the unfortunate gulp began, Schimpf said, the whale released its jaw, allowing him to slip free to the surface. The whale probably realised this is something that should not be in my mouth'. The whole incident lasted only a couple of seconds before the whale released the 51-year-old from its jaw. "They are really sensitive, they are gentle giants, and it was just an accident". (more...)
- March 11, 2019
Fortunately, nearly as soon as the unfortunate gulp began, Schimpf said, the whale released its jaw, allowing him to slip free to the surface. The whale probably realised this is something that should not be in my mouth'. The whole incident lasted only a couple of seconds before the whale released the 51-year-old from its jaw. "They are really sensitive, they are gentle giants, and it was just an accident". (more...)
Cohen lied to lawmakers, asked for pardon
- March 11, 2019
Cohen is set to testify before the House Oversight and Reform Committee on Wednesday that Trump is a "racist", "con man" and "cheat", according to a copy of his prepared remarks that were released Wednesday morning. In his testimony to Congress, Cohen indicated Trump may have committed illegal acts while in office. "Mr. Trump's personal lawyers reviewed and edited my statement to Congress about the timing of the Moscow Tower negotiations before I gave it", Cohen said on February 27, before ... (more...)
- March 11, 2019
Cohen is set to testify before the House Oversight and Reform Committee on Wednesday that Trump is a "racist", "con man" and "cheat", according to a copy of his prepared remarks that were released Wednesday morning. In his testimony to Congress, Cohen indicated Trump may have committed illegal acts while in office. "Mr. Trump's personal lawyers reviewed and edited my statement to Congress about the timing of the Moscow Tower negotiations before I gave it", Cohen said on February 27, before ... (more...)
Canadian based Nigerian Professor, Pius Adesanmi, dies in Ethiopian Airlines crash
- March 11, 2019
A Carleton professor is among the 18 Canadians who were killed in Sunday's Ethiopian Airlines crash at the Addis Ababa airport. Adesanmi , a writer, graduate of University of Ilorin as well as a literary critic and professor with Carlton University in Canada, was believed to be heading for the African Union Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) committee meeting in Nairobi, Kenya. (more...)
- March 11, 2019
A Carleton professor is among the 18 Canadians who were killed in Sunday's Ethiopian Airlines crash at the Addis Ababa airport. Adesanmi , a writer, graduate of University of Ilorin as well as a literary critic and professor with Carlton University in Canada, was believed to be heading for the African Union Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) committee meeting in Nairobi, Kenya. (more...)
Scenes From 2019 Governorship And State Assembly Elections Across Nigeria
- March 11, 2019
The offices of the electoral commission in two states were set on fire overnight, while election monitors reported many incidents of ballot-snatching, vote buying and other irregularities across the country. Asked to react to the decision by the PDP and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar , to challenge the outcome of the February 23 presidential election at the election tribunal, he simply said, " I expect that to happen ". (more...)
- March 11, 2019
The offices of the electoral commission in two states were set on fire overnight, while election monitors reported many incidents of ballot-snatching, vote buying and other irregularities across the country. Asked to react to the decision by the PDP and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar , to challenge the outcome of the February 23 presidential election at the election tribunal, he simply said, " I expect that to happen ". (more...)
How to Deal With Daylight Saving Time
- March 11, 2019
You did sleep so late, but the clocks went forward, so it wasn't entirely your fault. Why? STANDARD TIME: If we kept things standard throughout the entire year, we'd have 267 days with sunrises before 7 a.m. A proposed bill in the Washington legislature would place the state on Daylight Saving Time year-round. Climbing the towers to get to the clocks, said 61-year-old Scott. (more...)
- March 11, 2019
You did sleep so late, but the clocks went forward, so it wasn't entirely your fault. Why? STANDARD TIME: If we kept things standard throughout the entire year, we'd have 267 days with sunrises before 7 a.m. A proposed bill in the Washington legislature would place the state on Daylight Saving Time year-round. Climbing the towers to get to the clocks, said 61-year-old Scott. (more...)
Canada's no-sex, no-money scandal could topple Trudeau
- March 11, 2019
However, he confessed that there are lessons to be learned. Trudeau has been on the defensive for a month over the SNC-Lavalin affair, which has prompted the resignations of former Justice Minister and Attorney General Jody Wilson-Raybould, Treasury Board President Jane Philpott and Trudeau's closest political aide, Gerald Butts. (more...)
- March 11, 2019
However, he confessed that there are lessons to be learned. Trudeau has been on the defensive for a month over the SNC-Lavalin affair, which has prompted the resignations of former Justice Minister and Attorney General Jody Wilson-Raybould, Treasury Board President Jane Philpott and Trudeau's closest political aide, Gerald Butts. (more...)
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