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Chennai techie drowns in USA water park
- August 25, 2016
When Chopper 7 flew over Wild Waves midday Tuesday, the water throughout the park was crystal clear. A pool lifeguard told investigators that she thought she saw a body Saturday afternoon, and jumped in to investigate. Minutes later, a 12-year-old began approaching lifeguards positive she and her friend saw a body in the pool. Srinivasan had moved to the U.S. only two weeks earlier, to work at Infosys office in Bellevue, Washington. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
When Chopper 7 flew over Wild Waves midday Tuesday, the water throughout the park was crystal clear. A pool lifeguard told investigators that she thought she saw a body Saturday afternoon, and jumped in to investigate. Minutes later, a 12-year-old began approaching lifeguards positive she and her friend saw a body in the pool. Srinivasan had moved to the U.S. only two weeks earlier, to work at Infosys office in Bellevue, Washington. (more...)
Florida may get hit by tropical disturbance
- August 25, 2016
The National Hurricane Center is watching an area that could develop into a tropical depression and move toward the United States from the Atlantic. As the system nears the central or northwestern Bahamas, it may find more favorable environmental conditions for strengthening, the NHC said . (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The National Hurricane Center is watching an area that could develop into a tropical depression and move toward the United States from the Atlantic. As the system nears the central or northwestern Bahamas, it may find more favorable environmental conditions for strengthening, the NHC said . (more...)
Turkey's Yildirim - US should reassess stance on Syrian Kurdish fighters
- August 25, 2016
To drive the point home, Turkey has periodically shelled territory recently captured by the Syrian Democratic Forces which, although officially mixed, is dominated by Kurdish fighters - in a bid to drive them east of the Euphrates from the town of Manbij. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
To drive the point home, Turkey has periodically shelled territory recently captured by the Syrian Democratic Forces which, although officially mixed, is dominated by Kurdish fighters - in a bid to drive them east of the Euphrates from the town of Manbij. (more...)
Boko Haram leader 'fatally wounded' in Nigerian air raid
- August 25, 2016
Boko Haram transforms "the most vulnerable among us into killers", Mr Kerry said, describing how in its quest to destroy knowledge, the group destroys schools, burns books, murders teachers and kidnaps students. The majority of Nigeria's 184 million people are Christians, but it's estimated that more than 40% of Nigerians are Muslims. "He will meet with President [Muhammadu] Buhari to discuss counterterrorism efforts, the Nigerian economy, the fight against corruption, and human rights ... (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Boko Haram transforms "the most vulnerable among us into killers", Mr Kerry said, describing how in its quest to destroy knowledge, the group destroys schools, burns books, murders teachers and kidnaps students. The majority of Nigeria's 184 million people are Christians, but it's estimated that more than 40% of Nigerians are Muslims. "He will meet with President [Muhammadu] Buhari to discuss counterterrorism efforts, the Nigerian economy, the fight against corruption, and human rights ... (more...)
Feds Downplay Fears Over Cost, Choice On Obamacare Exchange
- August 25, 2016
There have been a number of reports recently, however, indicating that marketplace premiums are increasing sharply for 2017. The ASPE report does not provide any data regarding actual premium increases. In 2016, 87 percent of marketplace consumers are eligible for tax credits. Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin submitted a rate increase of 5.4 percent for its plan next year. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
There have been a number of reports recently, however, indicating that marketplace premiums are increasing sharply for 2017. The ASPE report does not provide any data regarding actual premium increases. In 2016, 87 percent of marketplace consumers are eligible for tax credits. Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin submitted a rate increase of 5.4 percent for its plan next year. (more...)
Labour councillors sign letter backing Owen Smith in leadership contest
- August 25, 2016
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has suggested the United Kingdom should not automatically come to the aid of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation allies facing aggression. Mr Corbyn and Mr Smith were also asked if they would abolish grammar schools amid rumours the Government is considering allowing new selective schools to open. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has suggested the United Kingdom should not automatically come to the aid of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation allies facing aggression. Mr Corbyn and Mr Smith were also asked if they would abolish grammar schools amid rumours the Government is considering allowing new selective schools to open. (more...)
Ohio sheriff to be arraigned on drug, theft charges
- August 25, 2016
Overmyer graduated from Ohio Peace Office Training Academy in 1995 and received an associate's degree from Terra State University in 2001 and a bachelor's degree from Tiffin University in 2003, according to Sandusky County's website. Overmyer is up for re-election this fall after easily winning the county's Republican primary for sheriff in March, even though it was known then that he was under investigation. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Overmyer graduated from Ohio Peace Office Training Academy in 1995 and received an associate's degree from Terra State University in 2001 and a bachelor's degree from Tiffin University in 2003, according to Sandusky County's website. Overmyer is up for re-election this fall after easily winning the county's Republican primary for sheriff in March, even though it was known then that he was under investigation. (more...)
Trump says he's open to softening his immigration proposal
- August 25, 2016
Asked if he would accommodate those people if he is elected president, Trump said that he would try. He did note later that "everybody else" would go through a process, but it's the same process used by the Obama administration. Trump's interview with Fox host Bill O'Reilly comes during a period where his campaign has hinted a shift in immigration policy , only to deny that any changes are taking place. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Asked if he would accommodate those people if he is elected president, Trump said that he would try. He did note later that "everybody else" would go through a process, but it's the same process used by the Obama administration. Trump's interview with Fox host Bill O'Reilly comes during a period where his campaign has hinted a shift in immigration policy , only to deny that any changes are taking place. (more...)
Pence making 2 stops in North Carolina to talk manufacturing
- August 25, 2016
Recent polls have shown Trump down several points to Clinton both nationally and in North Carolina. "So leave here today with a burden on your heart", he said. "He will command respect of the world", Pence said. "I had as hard a time staying awake as her husband did". Remember the great ole' days when you had no idea who the fuck Mike Pence is, or his ridiculous views about the Disney film "Mulan?" . (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Recent polls have shown Trump down several points to Clinton both nationally and in North Carolina. "So leave here today with a burden on your heart", he said. "He will command respect of the world", Pence said. "I had as hard a time staying awake as her husband did". Remember the great ole' days when you had no idea who the fuck Mike Pence is, or his ridiculous views about the Disney film "Mulan?" . (more...)
Brother of Boy Who Became Face of Syria's Humanitarian Crisis Dies
- August 25, 2016
Nearly a year after the world was haunted by the image of the three-year-old Syrian boy Alan Kurdi who drowned in the Mediterranean Sea, another image of a young boy has captured the horror of the ongoing war in Syria. He told this entire incident to the Associative Press. The image of Syrian boy Omran Daqneesh that has shocked the world. He has a head full of hair that falls into his eyes and is wearing a T-shirt and shorts, but with bare feet that barely reach the edge of the chair. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Nearly a year after the world was haunted by the image of the three-year-old Syrian boy Alan Kurdi who drowned in the Mediterranean Sea, another image of a young boy has captured the horror of the ongoing war in Syria. He told this entire incident to the Associative Press. The image of Syrian boy Omran Daqneesh that has shocked the world. He has a head full of hair that falls into his eyes and is wearing a T-shirt and shorts, but with bare feet that barely reach the edge of the chair. (more...)
Turkey must control its own border, U.S. Vice President Biden says
- August 25, 2016
Biden said after a meeting at the presidential palace in Ankara with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who sat stern-faced alongside him during a briefing with reporters. We have "no interest whatsoever in protecting anyone who has done harm to an ally", Biden said. He said the matter of the extradition of FETÖ leader Fethullah Gülen, someone who has found sanctuary in the USA, needs to be resolved through the American judicial system and implied that the administration's hands were tied. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Biden said after a meeting at the presidential palace in Ankara with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who sat stern-faced alongside him during a briefing with reporters. We have "no interest whatsoever in protecting anyone who has done harm to an ally", Biden said. He said the matter of the extradition of FETÖ leader Fethullah Gülen, someone who has found sanctuary in the USA, needs to be resolved through the American judicial system and implied that the administration's hands were tied. (more...)
Greater Miami and the beaches Zika advisory updates
- August 25, 2016
The announcement of the case in Pinellas, which is on the other side of the state from the current danger zone in Miami-Dade County, may sound scary, but the reality is that single cases are usually one-offs and do not necessarily mean that the virus is starting to spread in a new area. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The announcement of the case in Pinellas, which is on the other side of the state from the current danger zone in Miami-Dade County, may sound scary, but the reality is that single cases are usually one-offs and do not necessarily mean that the virus is starting to spread in a new area. (more...)
Tesla boosts Model S range with 100kWh upgrade
- August 25, 2016
A report on the CNBC website stated, " Tesla's new battery pack is all about going the distance, and going faster than any mass-produced vehicle has ever gone". This also makes the Model S P100D the electric vehicle with longest range . Tesla drivers who own a Model S or Model X P90D Ludicrous can upgrade to the 100 kilowatt-hour packs for $20,000. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
A report on the CNBC website stated, " Tesla's new battery pack is all about going the distance, and going faster than any mass-produced vehicle has ever gone". This also makes the Model S P100D the electric vehicle with longest range . Tesla drivers who own a Model S or Model X P90D Ludicrous can upgrade to the 100 kilowatt-hour packs for $20,000. (more...)
EpiPen prices skyrocket along with drugmaker executive's pay
- August 25, 2016
Mylan's 17 price increases during that span, including two since a major competitor was recalled late past year, has emerged as the newest flashpoint in public scrutiny of drug costs. Charles Grassley , R-Iowa, and Richard Blumenthal , D-Conn., have sent letters to Mylan , the drug's manufacturer, demanding an explanation for the increase. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Mylan's 17 price increases during that span, including two since a major competitor was recalled late past year, has emerged as the newest flashpoint in public scrutiny of drug costs. Charles Grassley , R-Iowa, and Richard Blumenthal , D-Conn., have sent letters to Mylan , the drug's manufacturer, demanding an explanation for the increase. (more...)
Minnesota ACT scores slip after test required for juniors
- August 25, 2016
Wisconsin's average score was 20.5, compared to the national average of 20.8. The composite score for OR students in the class of 2015 improved to 21.7 out of 36 - higher than the national composite score of 20.8. "Almost 2 out 3 students are taking the ACT and what's happened is the testing cohort has become increasingly representative of students at large", said Weeks, senior vice president for client relations, in an interview. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Wisconsin's average score was 20.5, compared to the national average of 20.8. The composite score for OR students in the class of 2015 improved to 21.7 out of 36 - higher than the national composite score of 20.8. "Almost 2 out 3 students are taking the ACT and what's happened is the testing cohort has become increasingly representative of students at large", said Weeks, senior vice president for client relations, in an interview. (more...)
Donald Trump open to 'softening' deportation stance
- August 25, 2016
We have a lot of bad people that have to get out of this country. The "bad ones" who would be deported immediately and everyone else who would go through the process of existing immigration laws. Still, there is speculation that, following his meeting with members of a new Hispanic advisory committee over the weekend, he might back off on plans to deport the 11 million people who are in the country illegally. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
We have a lot of bad people that have to get out of this country. The "bad ones" who would be deported immediately and everyone else who would go through the process of existing immigration laws. Still, there is speculation that, following his meeting with members of a new Hispanic advisory committee over the weekend, he might back off on plans to deport the 11 million people who are in the country illegally. (more...)
Kirk: Obama 'acting like drug dealer in chief' in Iran deal
- August 25, 2016
Republicans contend that the money, which the USA owed the Iranian government over an arms deal that fell apart in the 1970s, was "ransom" because the Americans didn't fork it over until four American hostages were freed, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Republicans contend that the money, which the USA owed the Iranian government over an arms deal that fell apart in the 1970s, was "ransom" because the Americans didn't fork it over until four American hostages were freed, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian. (more...)
North Korea's Kim declares sub-launched missile 'greatest success': KCNA
- August 25, 2016
This photo carried by North Korea's state media shows North Korea's April firing of a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM). Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida, who chaired the meeting with China's Wang Yi and South Korea's Yun Byung-se, said that North Korea's missile launch is a "provocation that simply can not be tolerated". (more...)
- August 25, 2016
This photo carried by North Korea's state media shows North Korea's April firing of a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM). Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida, who chaired the meeting with China's Wang Yi and South Korea's Yun Byung-se, said that North Korea's missile launch is a "provocation that simply can not be tolerated". (more...)
Government Buys $20 Million Of Cheese From Surplus Stockpiles
- August 25, 2016
Cheese surplus is at a 30 year high due to factors like higher milk production, more European exports and sluggish demand. National Farmers Union Government Relations Representative Zack Clark says that would help with large amount of US wheat in surplus. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Cheese surplus is at a 30 year high due to factors like higher milk production, more European exports and sluggish demand. National Farmers Union Government Relations Representative Zack Clark says that would help with large amount of US wheat in surplus. (more...)
Turkish report says ground forces enter Syria
- August 25, 2016
Turkish artillery units and warplanes belonging to the US-led coalition also pounded Jarablus. The town lies on the western bank of the Euphrates River at the point where it crosses from Turkey into Syria . He says no one should consider "the Syrian issue to be independent from Turkey's domestic issues". Erdogan , addressing groups that have targeted Turkey , says: "You will not succeed". (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Turkish artillery units and warplanes belonging to the US-led coalition also pounded Jarablus. The town lies on the western bank of the Euphrates River at the point where it crosses from Turkey into Syria . He says no one should consider "the Syrian issue to be independent from Turkey's domestic issues". Erdogan , addressing groups that have targeted Turkey , says: "You will not succeed". (more...)
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