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India flood death toll rises to 227
- August 14, 2019
The death toll, which is likely to increase as rescue workers sift through debris, reached at least 147 on Sunday, Reuters reported, citing state officials. Red alert was issued in Idukki, Alappuzha and Ernakulam districts on Tuesday, and in Malappuram and Kozhikode districts on Wednesday. "Tomorrow, Rahul Gandhi will take stock of the situation in Kannur from where he will return to Delhi", said a staff attached to Chennithala, who is accompanying the former Congress president. (more...)
- August 14, 2019
The death toll, which is likely to increase as rescue workers sift through debris, reached at least 147 on Sunday, Reuters reported, citing state officials. Red alert was issued in Idukki, Alappuzha and Ernakulam districts on Tuesday, and in Malappuram and Kozhikode districts on Wednesday. "Tomorrow, Rahul Gandhi will take stock of the situation in Kannur from where he will return to Delhi", said a staff attached to Chennithala, who is accompanying the former Congress president. (more...)
Gibraltar Government Not Confirming Officially Plans to Release Iran's Grace 1 Tanker
- August 14, 2019
Jalil Eslami , deputy head of Iran's maritime agency, said Tuesday that the tanker, Grace 1, would soon be released by Gibraltar authorities. Iran condemned the move as "piracy" and called for the immediate release of the tanker, stressing that the tanker was not headed to Syria . (more...)
- August 14, 2019
Jalil Eslami , deputy head of Iran's maritime agency, said Tuesday that the tanker, Grace 1, would soon be released by Gibraltar authorities. Iran condemned the move as "piracy" and called for the immediate release of the tanker, stressing that the tanker was not headed to Syria . (more...)
Some Guards In Prison Holding Jeffrey Epstein Weren't Officers
- August 14, 2019
Employees say budget cuts and hiring freezes put in place and have taken a toll at law enforcement agencies. Authorities are most likely turning their attention to the team of recruiters and employees who, according to police reports, Federal Bureau of Investigation records and court documents, knew about Epstein's penchant for teenage girls and lined up victims for him. (more...)
- August 14, 2019
Employees say budget cuts and hiring freezes put in place and have taken a toll at law enforcement agencies. Authorities are most likely turning their attention to the team of recruiters and employees who, according to police reports, Federal Bureau of Investigation records and court documents, knew about Epstein's penchant for teenage girls and lined up victims for him. (more...)
Blue-Green Algae Is Poisoning Dogs After Swimming in Ponds and Lakes
- August 14, 2019
All three dogs began to seize and rapidly decline by the time they made it to the veterinary hospital. Izzy began having a seizure upon their arrival and Harpo began seizing and showing signs of liver failure after that. On top of that, it can be hard to detect where algae blooms have formed. If your pet comes into contact with toxic algae , the CDC recommends rinsing them with tap water as soon as possible and consulting a veterinarian. (more...)
- August 14, 2019
All three dogs began to seize and rapidly decline by the time they made it to the veterinary hospital. Izzy began having a seizure upon their arrival and Harpo began seizing and showing signs of liver failure after that. On top of that, it can be hard to detect where algae blooms have formed. If your pet comes into contact with toxic algae , the CDC recommends rinsing them with tap water as soon as possible and consulting a veterinarian. (more...)
UN investigating slew of North Korean cyberattacks on financial bodies
- August 13, 2019
Earlier, the AP and other media outlets said North Korea illegally raised up to $2 billion through such cyber activities targeting financial institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges in violation of sanctions, citing the same report. Due to its proximity, history, and number of crypto exchanges, South Korea was the country that suffered the most hacks , with at least 10 attacks recorded so far. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
Earlier, the AP and other media outlets said North Korea illegally raised up to $2 billion through such cyber activities targeting financial institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges in violation of sanctions, citing the same report. Due to its proximity, history, and number of crypto exchanges, South Korea was the country that suffered the most hacks , with at least 10 attacks recorded so far. (more...)
Norway has had 'vague' tip on mosque shooter
- August 13, 2019
Following the attempted attack on the Mosque , investigators found the body of his 17-year-old stepsister at a different location. The man suspected of shooting at people inside a Norwegian mosque , and of killing his stepsister, has appeared in court with black eyes and wounds on his face and neck. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
Following the attempted attack on the Mosque , investigators found the body of his 17-year-old stepsister at a different location. The man suspected of shooting at people inside a Norwegian mosque , and of killing his stepsister, has appeared in court with black eyes and wounds on his face and neck. (more...)
'Highest-order heroes': The men who took down an alleged Sydney knifeman
- August 13, 2019
The audio's a little clearer on this one, in which the suspect shouts "Shoot me in the [expletive] head" and "I want to die". O'Shaughnesy said he and his brother took off in hot pursuit, rushing down an escalator to chase the man. Detective Superintendent Gavin Wood, of New South Wales Police, stated, "These people are heroes, and I want to acknowledge that". The 21-year-old man, who police did not name, was carrying a knife and a computer thumb drive containing information about ... (more...)
- August 13, 2019
The audio's a little clearer on this one, in which the suspect shouts "Shoot me in the [expletive] head" and "I want to die". O'Shaughnesy said he and his brother took off in hot pursuit, rushing down an escalator to chase the man. Detective Superintendent Gavin Wood, of New South Wales Police, stated, "These people are heroes, and I want to acknowledge that". The 21-year-old man, who police did not name, was carrying a knife and a computer thumb drive containing information about ... (more...)
Troubled economy hangs in balance as Argentina votes in presidential primary election
- August 13, 2019
The vote, however, is an opportunity to poll voters and determine potential front-runners in the future race. Although Macri, who belongs to the center-right Republican Proposal party, was not expected to do well in Monday's primary, populist Alberto Fernández and his running mate, ex-president Christina Kirchner, scored 15 points higher in their primary for Citizen's Unity. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
The vote, however, is an opportunity to poll voters and determine potential front-runners in the future race. Although Macri, who belongs to the center-right Republican Proposal party, was not expected to do well in Monday's primary, populist Alberto Fernández and his running mate, ex-president Christina Kirchner, scored 15 points higher in their primary for Citizen's Unity. (more...)
Iraq slams Israel participation in Gulf naval mission
- August 13, 2019
The UK dispatched the warship HMS Kent to the Persian Gulf on Monday as part of the US-led maritime security mission in the area. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif, for his part, claimed that the U.S. Special Aide to the President of the Islamic Parliament, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, wrote on Twitter last week that if Israel does get involved in the worldwide coalition in the Straits of Hormuz, then "it will be engulfed in wrath of the region and its smoke will rise from Tel Aviv". (more...)
- August 13, 2019
The UK dispatched the warship HMS Kent to the Persian Gulf on Monday as part of the US-led maritime security mission in the area. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif, for his part, claimed that the U.S. Special Aide to the President of the Islamic Parliament, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, wrote on Twitter last week that if Israel does get involved in the worldwide coalition in the Straits of Hormuz, then "it will be engulfed in wrath of the region and its smoke will rise from Tel Aviv". (more...)
Queen supports Prince Andrew amid sex scandal
- August 13, 2019
It was among more than 2,000 pages of bombshell testimony that related to a defamation case filed by Virginia Giuffre, who claimed to have had sex with Prince Andrew "three times". Although there's no report the Princess of Wales met Epstein herself, the identity of the "secretary" is also not revealed. The prince's former wife, Sarah Ferguson , also was tangled up with Epstein , having accepted £15,000 pounds ($18,000) from him to help pay off her debts. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
It was among more than 2,000 pages of bombshell testimony that related to a defamation case filed by Virginia Giuffre, who claimed to have had sex with Prince Andrew "three times". Although there's no report the Princess of Wales met Epstein herself, the identity of the "secretary" is also not revealed. The prince's former wife, Sarah Ferguson , also was tangled up with Epstein , having accepted £15,000 pounds ($18,000) from him to help pay off her debts. (more...)
Body found in hunt for missing Nora Quoirin in Malaysian jungle
- August 13, 2019
However it sadly seems likely. The statement asks that the privacy of the family and friends be respected. The 50,000 ringgit (€10,800) reward announced on Monday was donated by an anonymous Belfast-based business, according to a statement issued through the Lucie Blackman Trust, which is working with the family. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
However it sadly seems likely. The statement asks that the privacy of the family and friends be respected. The 50,000 ringgit (€10,800) reward announced on Monday was donated by an anonymous Belfast-based business, according to a statement issued through the Lucie Blackman Trust, which is working with the family. (more...)
Family Tragedy: Mother Loses Four Children In Daycare Fire
- August 13, 2019
Santone said the victims were aged from eight months to seven years old, adding that the homeowner was injured, along with a neighbour who tried to enter the burning home to rescue victims. Authorities are working to determine a cause for the fire. The same inspection noted that there needed to be "protective receptacle covers" placed in electrical outlets that children five or under had access to, which the provider planned to turn "the outlets so they were closed" when not in use. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
Santone said the victims were aged from eight months to seven years old, adding that the homeowner was injured, along with a neighbour who tried to enter the burning home to rescue victims. Authorities are working to determine a cause for the fire. The same inspection noted that there needed to be "protective receptacle covers" placed in electrical outlets that children five or under had access to, which the provider planned to turn "the outlets so they were closed" when not in use. (more...)
'Bomoh' help in jungle hunt for missing teen
- August 13, 2019
The search for the 15 year old is into its 9th day with 353 people involved in the operation. Nora vanished from a hotel in southern Negeri Sembilan state and a £10,000 reward has been donated by an anonymous Belfast business to help find her. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
The search for the 15 year old is into its 9th day with 353 people involved in the operation. Nora vanished from a hotel in southern Negeri Sembilan state and a £10,000 reward has been donated by an anonymous Belfast business to help find her. (more...)
Sydney`s Central Business District sealed after alleged knife attack
- August 13, 2019
Police urged the public to avoid the area around King and Clarence Streets, in the central business district of Australia's largest city, where they were conducting an operation. More footage has emerged showing the moment the knife-wielding man was restrained. "To approach a person... with clear evidence of a stabbing previously, these people are heroes", police spokesman superintendent Gavin Wood said. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
Police urged the public to avoid the area around King and Clarence Streets, in the central business district of Australia's largest city, where they were conducting an operation. More footage has emerged showing the moment the knife-wielding man was restrained. "To approach a person... with clear evidence of a stabbing previously, these people are heroes", police spokesman superintendent Gavin Wood said. (more...)
Severe Storms Possible Across Iowa Monday
- August 13, 2019
Fog has developed this morning, especially well inland. If storms develop in the afternoon, they will have the potential to be severe with hail up to the size of quarters or more, torrential rainfall leading to flash flooding and winds over 60MPH. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
Fog has developed this morning, especially well inland. If storms develop in the afternoon, they will have the potential to be severe with hail up to the size of quarters or more, torrential rainfall leading to flash flooding and winds over 60MPH. (more...)
Hong Kong Protesters Fill Airport After Police Violence
- August 13, 2019
Airport staff advised passengers to leave the airport for their own safety, but traffic outside was at a near standstill, and public transportation was clogged. The airport was the latest focus of protests that began two months ago. A crowd of protesters that authorities said numbered more than 5,000 descended on the airport yesterday carrying placards and chanting slogans about police violence. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
Airport staff advised passengers to leave the airport for their own safety, but traffic outside was at a near standstill, and public transportation was clogged. The airport was the latest focus of protests that began two months ago. A crowd of protesters that authorities said numbered more than 5,000 descended on the airport yesterday carrying placards and chanting slogans about police violence. (more...)
Jeffrey Epstein's NY jail was short-staffed
- August 13, 2019
The meeting was interrupted at one point by the jail psychologist came to visit Epstein, who appeared open to speak to her. House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler, a New York Democrat, and Georgia Rep. At the time of his death, Epstein was being held without bail and faced up to 45 years in prison on federal sex trafficking and conspiracy charges unsealed last month. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
The meeting was interrupted at one point by the jail psychologist came to visit Epstein, who appeared open to speak to her. House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler, a New York Democrat, and Georgia Rep. At the time of his death, Epstein was being held without bail and faced up to 45 years in prison on federal sex trafficking and conspiracy charges unsealed last month. (more...)
Environmentalists warn Trump 'weakening' endangered species protections
- August 13, 2019
The Trump administration is finalizing major changes to the Endangered Species Act in a bid to reduce the system's regulatory impact, though critics say the shift could accelerate the extinction of struggling creatures. Critics argue it will drive more species to extinction. Sen. John Barrasso, a Wyoming Republican who leads the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, said Monday's changes in enforcement to the act were "a good start", but said he would continue working to change the ... (more...)
- August 13, 2019
The Trump administration is finalizing major changes to the Endangered Species Act in a bid to reduce the system's regulatory impact, though critics say the shift could accelerate the extinction of struggling creatures. Critics argue it will drive more species to extinction. Sen. John Barrasso, a Wyoming Republican who leads the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, said Monday's changes in enforcement to the act were "a good start", but said he would continue working to change the ... (more...)
Russia's media oversight agency complains YouTube facilitates protests
- August 13, 2019
The Federal Service for Supervision in the Sphere of Telecom, Information Technologies and Mass Communication, or Roskomnadzor, communicated the demand after weeks of rallies over Moscow's city council election. Roscomnadzor said it had written to Google to complain that "some entities" had paid for advertising tools on YouTube such as push notifications in order to "spread information about unsanctioned protests". (more...)
- August 13, 2019
The Federal Service for Supervision in the Sphere of Telecom, Information Technologies and Mass Communication, or Roskomnadzor, communicated the demand after weeks of rallies over Moscow's city council election. Roscomnadzor said it had written to Google to complain that "some entities" had paid for advertising tools on YouTube such as push notifications in order to "spread information about unsanctioned protests". (more...)
Hong Kong airport suspends check-ins due to protests
- August 13, 2019
All departing flights were grounded as chaos engulfed the Hong Kong International Airport Monday, after thousands of pro-democracy protesters filled the travel hub to protest police brutality . The police noticed that some protesters were involved in extremely violent activities, and therefore they carried out intelligence-led operations and arrested 15 core members of the mobs on August 11 in Causeway Bay, the Hong Kong Island. (more...)
- August 13, 2019
All departing flights were grounded as chaos engulfed the Hong Kong International Airport Monday, after thousands of pro-democracy protesters filled the travel hub to protest police brutality . The police noticed that some protesters were involved in extremely violent activities, and therefore they carried out intelligence-led operations and arrested 15 core members of the mobs on August 11 in Causeway Bay, the Hong Kong Island. (more...)
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