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Chinese Propaganda Outlet Awards 'Journalist' $14,000 for Clash with Hong Kong Protesters
- September 24, 2019
Chilling video emerged Monday of a person being viciously attacked by a bunch of demonstrators who stormed a subway station in Hong Kong after a peaceable protest turned ugly. Some started to trash fittings at the entrance of the mall. Many saw as the bill as an example of China's creeping interference in Hong Kong , which returned to Chinese rule in 1997 under a "one country, two systems" formula meant to guarantee freedoms that aren't enjoyed on the mainland. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Chilling video emerged Monday of a person being viciously attacked by a bunch of demonstrators who stormed a subway station in Hong Kong after a peaceable protest turned ugly. Some started to trash fittings at the entrance of the mall. Many saw as the bill as an example of China's creeping interference in Hong Kong , which returned to Chinese rule in 1997 under a "one country, two systems" formula meant to guarantee freedoms that aren't enjoyed on the mainland. (more...)
Bus rams into hill after brakes failure, 22 killed
- September 24, 2019
The injured were shifted to the Chilas Headquarters Hospital where an emergency has been declared. The process of identifying the deceased was underway. An ambulance of the Pakistan Army is also on stand-by. Gilgit-Baltistan is a mountainous region with narrow roads that are only open for traffic between May and October and are blocked by heavy snowfall during the long winters. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
The injured were shifted to the Chilas Headquarters Hospital where an emergency has been declared. The process of identifying the deceased was underway. An ambulance of the Pakistan Army is also on stand-by. Gilgit-Baltistan is a mountainous region with narrow roads that are only open for traffic between May and October and are blocked by heavy snowfall during the long winters. (more...)
Climate change accelerating in past five years - WMO
- September 24, 2019
Arctic sea ice has seen record low coverage in winter between 2015 and 2018, the WMO said. It warned that carbon-cutting efforts have to be intensified immediately and comes ahead of a major United Nations climate summit in NY on Monday that will be attended by more than 60 world leaders, as secretary-general Antonio Guterres pushes for countries to increase their greenhouse gas reduction targets. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Arctic sea ice has seen record low coverage in winter between 2015 and 2018, the WMO said. It warned that carbon-cutting efforts have to be intensified immediately and comes ahead of a major United Nations climate summit in NY on Monday that will be attended by more than 60 world leaders, as secretary-general Antonio Guterres pushes for countries to increase their greenhouse gas reduction targets. (more...)
Natural disaster hits Pakistan-administered Kashmir
- September 24, 2019
Several cities including Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Skardu, Kohat, Charsadda, Kasur, Faisalabad, Gujrat, Sialkot, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Chitral, Malakand, Multan, Shangla, Okara, Nowshera, Attock and Jhang felt the tremor. One person died and several were injured Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's Mirpur, as per Reuters . According to the United States Geological Survey, the epicentre of the quake was 10 km south-east of New Mirpur, Pakistan. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Several cities including Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Skardu, Kohat, Charsadda, Kasur, Faisalabad, Gujrat, Sialkot, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Chitral, Malakand, Multan, Shangla, Okara, Nowshera, Attock and Jhang felt the tremor. One person died and several were injured Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's Mirpur, as per Reuters . According to the United States Geological Survey, the epicentre of the quake was 10 km south-east of New Mirpur, Pakistan. (more...)
20 killed in protests in Indonesia’s Papua
- September 24, 2019
The ABC understands the protest in Wamena started over disputed claims an Indonesian teacher called a student a "monkey". The furious mobs set fire on local government buildings, cars and motorbikes along a road in Wamena city. "This is a hoax and I call on people in Papua not to be provoked by untrue news". At least one Indonesian soldier and four civilians were killed in that violence. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
The ABC understands the protest in Wamena started over disputed claims an Indonesian teacher called a student a "monkey". The furious mobs set fire on local government buildings, cars and motorbikes along a road in Wamena city. "This is a hoax and I call on people in Papua not to be provoked by untrue news". At least one Indonesian soldier and four civilians were killed in that violence. (more...)
Puerto Rico braces for flooding, landslides as Tropical Depression Karen approaches
- September 24, 2019
Karen regained tropical storm strength as it swirled toward Puerto Rico, where it's expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds. Tropical storm warnings were in effect in the US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico - including Vieques and Culebra - as well as the British Virgin Islands. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Karen regained tropical storm strength as it swirled toward Puerto Rico, where it's expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds. Tropical storm warnings were in effect in the US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico - including Vieques and Culebra - as well as the British Virgin Islands. (more...)
Trump out to square America First with united front on Iran
- September 24, 2019
Last week, the Pentagon said it would deploy additional troops and military equipment to Saudi Arabia, and announced additional sanctions against Iran. Paul to the Philippians. Still, while the USA and Iranian delegations are not likely to meet, other world leaders are trying to step in to resolve tensions between the two. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Last week, the Pentagon said it would deploy additional troops and military equipment to Saudi Arabia, and announced additional sanctions against Iran. Paul to the Philippians. Still, while the USA and Iranian delegations are not likely to meet, other world leaders are trying to step in to resolve tensions between the two. (more...)
Iran FM Raises Prospect of New Nuclear Deal With Trump
- September 24, 2019
Zarif also would not rule out the possibility of a meeting between Trump and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly this week. Zarif, meanwhile, took issue with what he called the prevailing view that war could be imminent, in reference to the recent USA move to send more troops to Saudi Arabia. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Zarif also would not rule out the possibility of a meeting between Trump and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly this week. Zarif, meanwhile, took issue with what he called the prevailing view that war could be imminent, in reference to the recent USA move to send more troops to Saudi Arabia. (more...)
Man Dead, Five Year Old Injured After Jumping in front of Train
- September 24, 2019
The incident occurred Monday morning in the Bronx at the Kingsbridge Road station. Witnesses could only watch as her father grabbed her and leaped in front of the southbound train. "He brought her up to us, and thank God above". "I'm a mom", Hub said, "and this devastated me like insane". Another witness, Pamela Ivy, told ABC 7 that she "heard him telling the wife that, 'You look out for the other two kids, I'm gonna take her to school, ' and then he said, 'I love you, '" before ... (more...)
- September 24, 2019
The incident occurred Monday morning in the Bronx at the Kingsbridge Road station. Witnesses could only watch as her father grabbed her and leaped in front of the southbound train. "He brought her up to us, and thank God above". "I'm a mom", Hub said, "and this devastated me like insane". Another witness, Pamela Ivy, told ABC 7 that she "heard him telling the wife that, 'You look out for the other two kids, I'm gonna take her to school, ' and then he said, 'I love you, '" before ... (more...)
Indian Prime Minister Endorses President Trump in 2020, Delivers Speech in Houston
- September 24, 2019
Trade talks and the UN General Assembly are on the agenda for Mr Modi during his week-long visit to the United States. India has faced global criticism over its actions in Kashmir . These are people who want unrest. Without directly naming Pakistan, Modi accused the country of "hatred towards India" and of supporting terrorism. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Trade talks and the UN General Assembly are on the agenda for Mr Modi during his week-long visit to the United States. India has faced global criticism over its actions in Kashmir . These are people who want unrest. Without directly naming Pakistan, Modi accused the country of "hatred towards India" and of supporting terrorism. (more...)
Trump applauds Boris Johnson's call for new Iran nuclear deal
- September 24, 2019
Trump said he was concerned about corruption; Democrats frame his actions as an effort to pressure Zelenskiy to dig up damaging material on a potential 2020 rival. We want to see if we can do something. As he arrived earlier in the day at the UN, Mr Trump responded to a question about when he planned to meet with Mr Kim, saying, "It could happen soon". (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Trump said he was concerned about corruption; Democrats frame his actions as an effort to pressure Zelenskiy to dig up damaging material on a potential 2020 rival. We want to see if we can do something. As he arrived earlier in the day at the UN, Mr Trump responded to a question about when he planned to meet with Mr Kim, saying, "It could happen soon". (more...)
Egypt protests: 'Hundreds held' after rare anti-government unrest
- September 24, 2019
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Cairo's Tahrir Square for the first time since the start of the 2011 Arab Spring this past Friday to call for the resignation of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, whose regime began in 2014. Some are reported to be under the age of 18. Mahienour el-Massry was arrested as soon as she left the state security prosecutor's headquarters in the capital, Cairo , where she acted as the lawyer for several people detained during the demonstrations, her ... (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Cairo's Tahrir Square for the first time since the start of the 2011 Arab Spring this past Friday to call for the resignation of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, whose regime began in 2014. Some are reported to be under the age of 18. Mahienour el-Massry was arrested as soon as she left the state security prosecutor's headquarters in the capital, Cairo , where she acted as the lawyer for several people detained during the demonstrations, her ... (more...)
Donald Trump's got his United Nations priorities straight
- September 24, 2019
His main event, though, was a meeting on religious persecution . 'Stop the crimes against people of faith. "Our Founders understood that no right is more fundamental to a peaceful, prosperous, and virtuous society than the right to follow one's religious convictions", he said. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
His main event, though, was a meeting on religious persecution . 'Stop the crimes against people of faith. "Our Founders understood that no right is more fundamental to a peaceful, prosperous, and virtuous society than the right to follow one's religious convictions", he said. (more...)
The autumnal equinox, or fall is upon us
- September 24, 2019
Here on the Earth's northern hemisphere , it marks the official start of fall. Hence the term equinox , meaning equal days and equal nights. Not all of the world will see the same amount, however. In response to the astronomical calendar, the seasonal transition happens on September 23, the date of the Autumn equinox. They are typically only visible above the Arctic Circle between 64 degrees and 70 degrees North latitudes in Alaska, northern Canada, southern Greenland, Iceland, the Faroe ... (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Here on the Earth's northern hemisphere , it marks the official start of fall. Hence the term equinox , meaning equal days and equal nights. Not all of the world will see the same amount, however. In response to the astronomical calendar, the seasonal transition happens on September 23, the date of the Autumn equinox. They are typically only visible above the Arctic Circle between 64 degrees and 70 degrees North latitudes in Alaska, northern Canada, southern Greenland, Iceland, the Faroe ... (more...)
Britain joins US in blaming Iran for Saudi oil attacks
- September 24, 2019
President Hassan Rouhani and an Iranian delegation departed Iran's Mehrabad airport on Monday morning for NY to attend the 74th meeting United Nations General Assembly. Hassan Rouhani also promised to propose a regional peace plan at this week's United Nations meetings. He sais he planned on presenting details while at the UN. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
President Hassan Rouhani and an Iranian delegation departed Iran's Mehrabad airport on Monday morning for NY to attend the 74th meeting United Nations General Assembly. Hassan Rouhani also promised to propose a regional peace plan at this week's United Nations meetings. He sais he planned on presenting details while at the UN. (more...)
Court ruling on UK parliament suspension due tomorrow
- September 24, 2019
Johnson has repeatedly insisted that the prorogation was purely technical, allowing a pause in Commons proceedings so a new set of planned legislation could be announced in a Queen's speech. Miller's case is supported by former prime minister Sir John Major , shadow attorney general Baroness Chakrabarti, the Scottish and Welsh governments, and Northern Irish victims' campaigner Raymond McCord. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
Johnson has repeatedly insisted that the prorogation was purely technical, allowing a pause in Commons proceedings so a new set of planned legislation could be announced in a Queen's speech. Miller's case is supported by former prime minister Sir John Major , shadow attorney general Baroness Chakrabarti, the Scottish and Welsh governments, and Northern Irish victims' campaigner Raymond McCord. (more...)
Indonesia Blames Boeing 737 MAX Design For Lion Air Crash
- September 24, 2019
The head of Indonesia's transport safety committee, Soerjanto Tjahjono, said he could not comment on anything before the release of the final report which is expected to be released by early November. The closed-door briefing in Montreal, Canada, will assign representatives from about 50 nations within the an identical room, to portion concerns about Boeing's proposed tool fixes and original pilot coaching. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
The head of Indonesia's transport safety committee, Soerjanto Tjahjono, said he could not comment on anything before the release of the final report which is expected to be released by early November. The closed-door briefing in Montreal, Canada, will assign representatives from about 50 nations within the an identical room, to portion concerns about Boeing's proposed tool fixes and original pilot coaching. (more...)
President Trump issues "global call to protect religious freedom" at United Nations
- September 24, 2019
The Trump administration has been pushing for greater tolerance of different faiths by governments around the world . Vice President Mike Pence attended and gave remarks before the President's speech. "A lot more than you know". Rabbi Jack Moline, the president of Interfaith Alliance - a progressive group created "to celebrate religious freedom and to challenge the bigotry" - criticized Trump, citing the President's past proposal for a Muslim travel ban to the US . (more...)
- September 24, 2019
The Trump administration has been pushing for greater tolerance of different faiths by governments around the world . Vice President Mike Pence attended and gave remarks before the President's speech. "A lot more than you know". Rabbi Jack Moline, the president of Interfaith Alliance - a progressive group created "to celebrate religious freedom and to challenge the bigotry" - criticized Trump, citing the President's past proposal for a Muslim travel ban to the US . (more...)
Woman bites camel 'in private area' at truck stop zoo, police say
- September 24, 2019
During their visit, the dog entered the camel's enclosure while chasing after pet treats which had been thrown in by the husband, The Advocate reported . Instead, deputies cited the unidentified couple for criminal trespassing and for not having their dog on a leash, he told the Advocate . "I watched it", she said. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
During their visit, the dog entered the camel's enclosure while chasing after pet treats which had been thrown in by the husband, The Advocate reported . Instead, deputies cited the unidentified couple for criminal trespassing and for not having their dog on a leash, he told the Advocate . "I watched it", she said. (more...)
Dozens of foreign terrorists fighting for Taliban group killed, detained in Helmand
- September 24, 2019
The ministry said it was investigating the report of civilian casualties and will share their findings with the media. The wedding party incident came a few days after at least 32 pine nut harvesters were killed and 40 injured during a United States drone strike. (more...)
- September 24, 2019
The ministry said it was investigating the report of civilian casualties and will share their findings with the media. The wedding party incident came a few days after at least 32 pine nut harvesters were killed and 40 injured during a United States drone strike. (more...)
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