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No Federal Charges Against NYPD Officer in Eric Garner Death
- July 16, 2019
The department had postponed the move out of deference to the Justice Department inquiry, and said last summer that it planned to move ahead with its own proceedings in early September. The doctor who performed his autopsy ruled his death as a homicide caused by Pantaleo's chokehold. "After five long years, Gwen Carr and the rest of Eric's family deserve a resolution". (more...)
- July 16, 2019
The department had postponed the move out of deference to the Justice Department inquiry, and said last summer that it planned to move ahead with its own proceedings in early September. The doctor who performed his autopsy ruled his death as a homicide caused by Pantaleo's chokehold. "After five long years, Gwen Carr and the rest of Eric's family deserve a resolution". (more...)
Peter Thiel: Google Made 'Seemingly Treasonous' Choice
- July 16, 2019
In a speech at the National Conservatism Conference, tech billionaire Peter Thiel addressed China's ties to Google , Axios reports. Billionaire tech investor, Trump supporter, and Facebook board member Peter Thiel sent shock waves throughout the tech industry on Sunday when he called for the Federal Bureau of Investigation and CIA to investigate whether Chinese intelligence has infiltrated "seemingly treasonous" Google. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
In a speech at the National Conservatism Conference, tech billionaire Peter Thiel addressed China's ties to Google , Axios reports. Billionaire tech investor, Trump supporter, and Facebook board member Peter Thiel sent shock waves throughout the tech industry on Sunday when he called for the Federal Bureau of Investigation and CIA to investigate whether Chinese intelligence has infiltrated "seemingly treasonous" Google. (more...)
China GDP growth slows to 6.2 percent in second quarter
- July 16, 2019
US stocks ended slightly higher on Monday as investors saw results from Citigroup kicking off the unofficial start of earnings season for the second-quarter. Though the Chinese defense ministry said the exercise was routine and had been long planned, Global Times' "military insider" said it was unusual for the ministry to proactively announce such drills. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
US stocks ended slightly higher on Monday as investors saw results from Citigroup kicking off the unofficial start of earnings season for the second-quarter. Though the Chinese defense ministry said the exercise was routine and had been long planned, Global Times' "military insider" said it was unusual for the ministry to proactively announce such drills. (more...)
Italy seizes missile from far-right sympathisers
- July 16, 2019
The French-made Matra air-to-air missile appeared to have once belonged to the Qatar armed forces. Three men were arrested, including a customs officer who has previously stood for parliament for an extreme right party . The Super 530F is an ageing missile "compatible only with a limited number of aircraft", per the Drive, though current operators of the F1 jet include the UN-backed Government of National Accord in Libya. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
The French-made Matra air-to-air missile appeared to have once belonged to the Qatar armed forces. Three men were arrested, including a customs officer who has previously stood for parliament for an extreme right party . The Super 530F is an ageing missile "compatible only with a limited number of aircraft", per the Drive, though current operators of the F1 jet include the UN-backed Government of National Accord in Libya. (more...)
North Korea suggests it might lift weapons test moratorium
- July 16, 2019
In a statement, the North's Foreign Ministry accused the United States of violating the spirit of negotiations between President Trump and dictator Kim Jong Un by proceeding with military maneuvers scheduled for next month. -South Korean military exercises, viewing them as rehearsals for an invasion. File image of Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un. "We will formulate our decision on the opening of the DPRK-U.S. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
In a statement, the North's Foreign Ministry accused the United States of violating the spirit of negotiations between President Trump and dictator Kim Jong Un by proceeding with military maneuvers scheduled for next month. -South Korean military exercises, viewing them as rehearsals for an invasion. File image of Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un. "We will formulate our decision on the opening of the DPRK-U.S. (more...)
Ritcher quake jolts Bali, no tsunami alert issued
- July 16, 2019
While there was no tsunami warning from the Hawaii-based Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, hotels and resorts along the southern coastline were evacuated shortly after the quake about 8am. "Everything has gone back to normal now". The quake did not trigger tsunami but the tremors were felt up to nearby Lombok Island and East Java province, he said. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
While there was no tsunami warning from the Hawaii-based Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, hotels and resorts along the southern coastline were evacuated shortly after the quake about 8am. "Everything has gone back to normal now". The quake did not trigger tsunami but the tremors were felt up to nearby Lombok Island and East Java province, he said. (more...)
German defense minister resigns to pursue EU's top job
- July 16, 2019
Von der Leyen said on Monday that she would support giving the United Kingdom more time to negotiate its exit from the European Union . "And 40 years later, it is with great pride that it is finally a woman who is the presidential candidate of the European commission". (more...)
- July 16, 2019
Von der Leyen said on Monday that she would support giving the United Kingdom more time to negotiate its exit from the European Union . "And 40 years later, it is with great pride that it is finally a woman who is the presidential candidate of the European commission". (more...)
Morgan hopes triumph will spark English cricket revival
- July 16, 2019
Sri Lankan Angelo Mathews said the " trophy deserved to be shared", which would have happened if the match was washed out, saying it was "one of the best games in the history of cricket". These are only the most obvious moments of luck not favouring the courageous. With scores tied again, the trophy was awarded to the host nation on a boundary countback: England had struck 24 to New Zealand's 16. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
Sri Lankan Angelo Mathews said the " trophy deserved to be shared", which would have happened if the match was washed out, saying it was "one of the best games in the history of cricket". These are only the most obvious moments of luck not favouring the courageous. With scores tied again, the trophy was awarded to the host nation on a boundary countback: England had struck 24 to New Zealand's 16. (more...)
Leaked UK memo says Trump axed Iran deal to spite Obama
- July 16, 2019
US President Donald Trump scrapped the Iran nuclear deal to spite his predecessor Barack Obama, British media on Sunday quoted a leaked memo as saying. "We have to make sure that we defend the right of journalists to publish leaks when they are in the national interest", Hunt said. 'Also, to anyone who knows or suspects those responsible, or who has any information, please come forward. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
US President Donald Trump scrapped the Iran nuclear deal to spite his predecessor Barack Obama, British media on Sunday quoted a leaked memo as saying. "We have to make sure that we defend the right of journalists to publish leaks when they are in the national interest", Hunt said. 'Also, to anyone who knows or suspects those responsible, or who has any information, please come forward. (more...)
Welsh Street Named Steepest in World; New Zealand Loses Out
- July 16, 2019
Guinness World Records have taken away the title of world's steepest street from New Zealand's Baldwin Street, that had held it for over a decade. "You are bloody joking", he told the Stuff news website. Guinness World Records said the measurements were undertaken by an expert surveyor with appropriate qualifications. Baldwin Street was the kind of accidental tourist attraction that can be both a blessing and a bit of a nuisance for locals. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
Guinness World Records have taken away the title of world's steepest street from New Zealand's Baldwin Street, that had held it for over a decade. "You are bloody joking", he told the Stuff news website. Guinness World Records said the measurements were undertaken by an expert surveyor with appropriate qualifications. Baldwin Street was the kind of accidental tourist attraction that can be both a blessing and a bit of a nuisance for locals. (more...)
Climate activists disrupt British cities with 'summer uprising'
- July 16, 2019
Liam Geary Baulch, 26, said: "I'm here today because we are in an ecological and climate emergency and we are seeing people around the world taking action because something needs to be done now". In London people gathered outside the Royal Courts of Justice and set up a blue boat, Bristol bridge has been closed after a pink boat has been installed there and a major road has been blocked by a purple boat in the centre of Glasgow. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
Liam Geary Baulch, 26, said: "I'm here today because we are in an ecological and climate emergency and we are seeing people around the world taking action because something needs to be done now". In London people gathered outside the Royal Courts of Justice and set up a blue boat, Bristol bridge has been closed after a pink boat has been installed there and a major road has been blocked by a purple boat in the centre of Glasgow. (more...)
Judge will decide Thursday if Jeffrey Epstein gets bail
- July 16, 2019
They said the accusations against Epstein are "outside the margins of federal criminal law" and don't constitute sex trafficking since there were no allegations he "trafficked anybody for commercial profit; that he forced, coerced, defrauded, or enslaved anybody". (more...)
- July 16, 2019
They said the accusations against Epstein are "outside the margins of federal criminal law" and don't constitute sex trafficking since there were no allegations he "trafficked anybody for commercial profit; that he forced, coerced, defrauded, or enslaved anybody". (more...)
Feds Warn UFO Enthusiasts Against Storming Area 51: The Military ‘Stands Ready’
- July 16, 2019
Will anyone take the "Storm Area 51 " Facebook event seriously and actually show up at the heavily-guarded site with 24-hour surveillance? "I just thought it would be a amusing idea for the meme page", Val said via Facebook Messenger. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
Will anyone take the "Storm Area 51 " Facebook event seriously and actually show up at the heavily-guarded site with 24-hour surveillance? "I just thought it would be a amusing idea for the meme page", Val said via Facebook Messenger. (more...)
United Nations concerned at USA limits on Iran FM's access
- July 16, 2019
Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said that "all parties should keep calm and exercise restraint and stay committed to solving problems through dialogue under the framework of a comprehensive agreement". Esmaili was asked by reporters about the fate of Fariba Adelkhah. Washington is aware of the developing situation with the vessel, according to a USA official who asked not to be identified because they weren't authorized to speak publicly on the matter. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said that "all parties should keep calm and exercise restraint and stay committed to solving problems through dialogue under the framework of a comprehensive agreement". Esmaili was asked by reporters about the fate of Fariba Adelkhah. Washington is aware of the developing situation with the vessel, according to a USA official who asked not to be identified because they weren't authorized to speak publicly on the matter. (more...)
Over 100 killed, millions displaced from floods in India, Nepal, Bangladesh
- July 16, 2019
All except one of Assam's 31 districts have been hit by flooding, with satellite imagery from the Indian Space Research Organisation showing vast swathes of the state inundated. In Bangladesh, at least a dozen people, mostly farmers, have been killed by lightning since Saturday as monsoon rains battered parts of the low-lying country. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
All except one of Assam's 31 districts have been hit by flooding, with satellite imagery from the Indian Space Research Organisation showing vast swathes of the state inundated. In Bangladesh, at least a dozen people, mostly farmers, have been killed by lightning since Saturday as monsoon rains battered parts of the low-lying country. (more...)
Backstop will be rejected, even if time-limited vow Johnson and Hunt
- July 16, 2019
Johnson said the tweets were unacceptable. Trump said the liberal lawmakers of colour should go back to the "broken and crime infested" countries they came from. Mr Johnson also skirted around the terminology, but made clear he thought the comments "unacceptable in a multi-racial country". The backstop issue effectively ended Mrs May's hopes of getting her Brexit deal through Parliament and its failure hastened her departure as Prime Minister. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
Johnson said the tweets were unacceptable. Trump said the liberal lawmakers of colour should go back to the "broken and crime infested" countries they came from. Mr Johnson also skirted around the terminology, but made clear he thought the comments "unacceptable in a multi-racial country". The backstop issue effectively ended Mrs May's hopes of getting her Brexit deal through Parliament and its failure hastened her departure as Prime Minister. (more...)
Bones discovered at Port Macquarie beaches believed to be missing backpacker
- July 16, 2019
Concerns about the travelers' fate were raised after their rental vehicle was found unattended at a popular surfing spot, sparking a five-day police search. A search operation involving police divers has since been conducted at Flynn's Beach and Flat Rock, however no further items have been located. "This bone is from another part of the anatomy". (more...)
- July 16, 2019
Concerns about the travelers' fate were raised after their rental vehicle was found unattended at a popular surfing spot, sparking a five-day police search. A search operation involving police divers has since been conducted at Flynn's Beach and Flat Rock, however no further items have been located. "This bone is from another part of the anatomy". (more...)
40 trapped as building collapses in south Mumbai
- July 16, 2019
A video from the spot showed firemen being helped by neighbours in removing debris as they formed a human chain to clear the pieces of concrete and brick with bare hands. "The building is in a very small lane, it is very difficult for rescue operations - fire fighters and all people are trying really hard". As the residents complained about the shocks, rescue operators vacated the adjoining buildings as safety measures. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
A video from the spot showed firemen being helped by neighbours in removing debris as they formed a human chain to clear the pieces of concrete and brick with bare hands. "The building is in a very small lane, it is very difficult for rescue operations - fire fighters and all people are trying really hard". As the residents complained about the shocks, rescue operators vacated the adjoining buildings as safety measures. (more...)
Boeing jet trouble leads to cuts at Europe's busiest airline
- July 16, 2019
The airline now expects to carry 3% more passengers next summer, down from its previous forecast of 7%. The photos appear to explain why Ryanair chief executive Michael O'Leary would not commit to keeping the "MAX" brand in an interview last week with AirlineRatings' Andreas Spaeth. (more...)
- July 16, 2019
The airline now expects to carry 3% more passengers next summer, down from its previous forecast of 7%. The photos appear to explain why Ryanair chief executive Michael O'Leary would not commit to keeping the "MAX" brand in an interview last week with AirlineRatings' Andreas Spaeth. (more...)
Weakened Barry Unleashes Final Blast Of Torrential Rains
- July 16, 2019
PHOTO: Tropical Storm Barry left behind significant flooding. Crews clear debris from Highway 23 during Hurricane Barry in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, U.S. New Orleans was one of the hardest areas hit, already suffering from flooding in the days before Barry's full force hit the city. Contributing to this report were Associated Press writers Rebecca Santana in New Orleans; Jay Reeves in Mandeville; Rogelio Solis in Morgan City; Emily Wagster Pettus in Jackson, Mississippi; Jeff Martin ... (more...)
- July 16, 2019
PHOTO: Tropical Storm Barry left behind significant flooding. Crews clear debris from Highway 23 during Hurricane Barry in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, U.S. New Orleans was one of the hardest areas hit, already suffering from flooding in the days before Barry's full force hit the city. Contributing to this report were Associated Press writers Rebecca Santana in New Orleans; Jay Reeves in Mandeville; Rogelio Solis in Morgan City; Emily Wagster Pettus in Jackson, Mississippi; Jeff Martin ... (more...)
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