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Iran discovers new oil field with over 50 billion barrels
- November 11, 2019
British oil giant BP says as of the end of 2018, Iran was ranked fourth in the world for largest oil reserves with an estimated 155.6 billion barrels. Iran's president is making a new pitch to hard-liners to stay in the country's unraveling 2015 nuclear deal with world powers: the chance to buy and sell weapons overseas next year. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
British oil giant BP says as of the end of 2018, Iran was ranked fourth in the world for largest oil reserves with an estimated 155.6 billion barrels. Iran's president is making a new pitch to hard-liners to stay in the country's unraveling 2015 nuclear deal with world powers: the chance to buy and sell weapons overseas next year. (more...)
House Republicans push for Biden's son to testify in Trump impeachment probe
- November 11, 2019
Democrats must approve any requests submitted by Republicans and they are expected to reject the requests for Hunter Biden and the whistleblower to appear. The list included the whistleblower and former Vice President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden. Joe Biden was asked Friday (local time) in New Hampshire whether he himself would testify at a Senate impeachment trial if asked - though Republicans have not yet made that request. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Democrats must approve any requests submitted by Republicans and they are expected to reject the requests for Hunter Biden and the whistleblower to appear. The list included the whistleblower and former Vice President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden. Joe Biden was asked Friday (local time) in New Hampshire whether he himself would testify at a Senate impeachment trial if asked - though Republicans have not yet made that request. (more...)
Car Crashes Into 2nd Floor of Toms River Building
- November 11, 2019
The auto hit the center median, struck an embankment and went airborne into the building . The ride appears to have left a massive hole in the brick building - more than 15 feet from the ground, photos posted to Instagram show . He said the building, which houses a real estate office and several other businesses, was unoccupied at the time. Police confirmed the driver and a passenger in the vehicle were both dead as a result of the crash. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
The auto hit the center median, struck an embankment and went airborne into the building . The ride appears to have left a massive hole in the brick building - more than 15 feet from the ground, photos posted to Instagram show . He said the building, which houses a real estate office and several other businesses, was unoccupied at the time. Police confirmed the driver and a passenger in the vehicle were both dead as a result of the crash. (more...)
Winter Weather Advisory in Iowa Sunday
- November 11, 2019
The system snow moves out later in the afternoon, about the time the lake-effect snow starts kicking in. A storm system brings rain, snow or a wintry mix to parts of New Jersey on Tuesday . Lake effect snow showers are possible for areas south and northeast of Buffalo on Tuesday and even Wednesday, after the cold front pushed through. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
The system snow moves out later in the afternoon, about the time the lake-effect snow starts kicking in. A storm system brings rain, snow or a wintry mix to parts of New Jersey on Tuesday . Lake effect snow showers are possible for areas south and northeast of Buffalo on Tuesday and even Wednesday, after the cold front pushed through. (more...)
GOP Rep.: Trump Call Was ‘Inappropriate’ But Not Impeachable
- November 11, 2019
Rep. Mac Thornberry , R-Texas, said Sunday that President Trump's call with Ukraine's president was "inappropriate" - but it did not warrant his impeachment . The result is a mishmash of GOP commentary spilling from Capitol Hill that may shield lawmakers, for now, from risky political choices, but leaves them with a disjointed defense of Trump as impeachment hearings push into the public realm this coming week. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Rep. Mac Thornberry , R-Texas, said Sunday that President Trump's call with Ukraine's president was "inappropriate" - but it did not warrant his impeachment . The result is a mishmash of GOP commentary spilling from Capitol Hill that may shield lawmakers, for now, from risky political choices, but leaves them with a disjointed defense of Trump as impeachment hearings push into the public realm this coming week. (more...)
Huge mural of green activist Greta Thunberg goes up in San Francisco
- November 11, 2019
Scott said he hoped the mural would inspire people to "act". "If they take the time to learn more about what she's trying to share, that I think has an impact on most people". Some drew parallels between the way Thunberg is now worshipped in the "free world" and propaganda campaigns befitting Chairman Mao, more in line with George Orwell's dystopian novels than with modern America. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Scott said he hoped the mural would inspire people to "act". "If they take the time to learn more about what she's trying to share, that I think has an impact on most people". Some drew parallels between the way Thunberg is now worshipped in the "free world" and propaganda campaigns befitting Chairman Mao, more in line with George Orwell's dystopian novels than with modern America. (more...)
Record cold, wintry mix in the forecast for NY, NJ this week
- November 11, 2019
That means it will be a trickier commute home in the evening as road conditions and visibility lessens. Tonight: Cloudy. Rain changes over to snow. Still, it may allow for some additional minor accumulations in localized spots. Areas to the south ahead of the warmer air mass will be dealing with an initially cold rain and some sort of mix. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
That means it will be a trickier commute home in the evening as road conditions and visibility lessens. Tonight: Cloudy. Rain changes over to snow. Still, it may allow for some additional minor accumulations in localized spots. Areas to the south ahead of the warmer air mass will be dealing with an initially cold rain and some sort of mix. (more...)
Trump tweets endorsement of Nikki Haley's upcoming book
- November 11, 2019
The Post reported that Haley said that during her time in the administration she felt obligated "to carry out [Trump's] wishes since he was the one elected by voters". Former US Envoy to the United Nations, Nikki Haley , revealed on Sunday interesting backstage details from the recent past of the White House. The book is set to be released on Tuesday. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
The Post reported that Haley said that during her time in the administration she felt obligated "to carry out [Trump's] wishes since he was the one elected by voters". Former US Envoy to the United Nations, Nikki Haley , revealed on Sunday interesting backstage details from the recent past of the White House. The book is set to be released on Tuesday. (more...)
Woman from Las Vegas found in desert after harrowing, weeklong kidnapping
- November 11, 2019
The woman in her 40s was reportedly cold and exposed to the elements. The duo then held her captive in California for about a week, where she was raped, assaulted and forced to withdraw money from an ATM machine, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Capt. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
The woman in her 40s was reportedly cold and exposed to the elements. The duo then held her captive in California for about a week, where she was raped, assaulted and forced to withdraw money from an ATM machine, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Capt. (more...)
Maharashtra Governor invites BJP to form government
- November 11, 2019
Experts said that in case the BJP is not able to muster sufficient numbers, the Governor would invite the second largest party - Shiv Sena - followed by the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Congress to explore the possibility of forming the next government. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Experts said that in case the BJP is not able to muster sufficient numbers, the Governor would invite the second largest party - Shiv Sena - followed by the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Congress to explore the possibility of forming the next government. (more...)
More cold is ahead, and snow is possible in Boston this week
- November 11, 2019
Because it's occurring far too early. No accumulating snow is expected for the Garden State, but northeastern Pennsylvania could see several inches. National Weather Service meteorologist Kevin Donofrio said Saturday that the weather service's National Digital Forecast Database indicates that some 200 records might fall between Monday and Wednesday. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Because it's occurring far too early. No accumulating snow is expected for the Garden State, but northeastern Pennsylvania could see several inches. National Weather Service meteorologist Kevin Donofrio said Saturday that the weather service's National Digital Forecast Database indicates that some 200 records might fall between Monday and Wednesday. (more...)
Trump Sycophant Lindsey Graham Says ‘Whistleblower’ Is From the ‘Deep State’
- November 11, 2019
Will Hurd, R-Texas, said the impeachment inquiry "has been a partisan exercise from the very beginning". Rand Paul (R-KY) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC), have called on Democrats to reveal the Ukrainian whistleblower's identity. "I do not believe it was impeachable", he told the show. Trump has said he withheld the $400 million in aid to Ukraine because he was concerned the government was not doing enough to fight corruption. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Will Hurd, R-Texas, said the impeachment inquiry "has been a partisan exercise from the very beginning". Rand Paul (R-KY) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC), have called on Democrats to reveal the Ukrainian whistleblower's identity. "I do not believe it was impeachable", he told the show. Trump has said he withheld the $400 million in aid to Ukraine because he was concerned the government was not doing enough to fight corruption. (more...)
And now, a beluga whale playing rugby
- November 11, 2019
Even the Rugby World Cup tweeted out their praise for the new star. Within seconds, a swift beluga whale is seen scooping the ball in its mouth and bringing it back to the man on the boat. "Man.this is one of the most handsome videos I've seen", said another user. "Beluga Whale celebrating the Springboks victory somewhere close to the South Pole!" They also have the ability to swim backwards, can dive for up to 25 minutes and for over 800 metres, and can even change the shape of their ... (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Even the Rugby World Cup tweeted out their praise for the new star. Within seconds, a swift beluga whale is seen scooping the ball in its mouth and bringing it back to the man on the boat. "Man.this is one of the most handsome videos I've seen", said another user. "Beluga Whale celebrating the Springboks victory somewhere close to the South Pole!" They also have the ability to swim backwards, can dive for up to 25 minutes and for over 800 metres, and can even change the shape of their ... (more...)
Southwest postpones Boeing 737 Max jets' return through March
- November 10, 2019
Meanwhile, shocking new details have emerged about the source of the delays in returning the Max to service. American and United have taken their Maxes out of the schedule until at least January. The groundings also mean Southwest won't be taking delivery of seven more 737 Max planes this quarter and is supposed to get 34 more after that. Boeing didn't immediately reply to a ask for for comment Friday. (more...)
- November 10, 2019
Meanwhile, shocking new details have emerged about the source of the delays in returning the Max to service. American and United have taken their Maxes out of the schedule until at least January. The groundings also mean Southwest won't be taking delivery of seven more 737 Max planes this quarter and is supposed to get 34 more after that. Boeing didn't immediately reply to a ask for for comment Friday. (more...)
Australian bushfires: Thousands have been forced to leave their homes
- November 10, 2019
On Sunday, 72 fires were burning across NSW, 36 of which were not under control. "Catastrophic is the highest level of bush fire danger". "They've done a top job, them fellas", Russell told AFP after a crew of six firefighters brought the blaze under control. (more...)
- November 10, 2019
On Sunday, 72 fires were burning across NSW, 36 of which were not under control. "Catastrophic is the highest level of bush fire danger". "They've done a top job, them fellas", Russell told AFP after a crew of six firefighters brought the blaze under control. (more...)
Russian Napoleon-expert found drunk in river with student’s severed arms
- November 10, 2019
Oleg Sokolov, a prominent Russian academic specialising in Napoleonic history, confessed to murdering his young lover and former student Anastasia Yeshchenko and dismembering her body. Both he and his lover studied French history and liked to wear period costumes, with Sokolov dressing up as Napoleon. Investigators didn't title the person however police chatting with AFP recognized him as Sokolov. (more...)
- November 10, 2019
Oleg Sokolov, a prominent Russian academic specialising in Napoleonic history, confessed to murdering his young lover and former student Anastasia Yeshchenko and dismembering her body. Both he and his lover studied French history and liked to wear period costumes, with Sokolov dressing up as Napoleon. Investigators didn't title the person however police chatting with AFP recognized him as Sokolov. (more...)
Facebook bars content claiming to name Trump impeachment whistleblower
- November 10, 2019
A YouTube spokesperson said videos mentioning the potential name would also be removed, reports CNN Business. YouTube , which is owned by Google , has been removing content that allegedly features the name of the whistleblower. That person's identity was not disclosed by intelligence officials because of federal laws created to detect whistleblowers from retaliation. Lawmakers in both parties have historically backed those protections. (more...)
- November 10, 2019
A YouTube spokesperson said videos mentioning the potential name would also be removed, reports CNN Business. YouTube , which is owned by Google , has been removing content that allegedly features the name of the whistleblower. That person's identity was not disclosed by intelligence officials because of federal laws created to detect whistleblowers from retaliation. Lawmakers in both parties have historically backed those protections. (more...)
Schiff Denies Republican Calls for Trump Whistleblower to Testify: ‘Redundant and Unnecessary’
- November 10, 2019
Democrats claim that the whistleblower's testimony is irrelevant at this point because the witnesses who have already testified have provided more information on President Trump's July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the heart of the inquiry than the whistleblower would be able to give. (more...)
- November 10, 2019
Democrats claim that the whistleblower's testimony is irrelevant at this point because the witnesses who have already testified have provided more information on President Trump's July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the heart of the inquiry than the whistleblower would be able to give. (more...)
Rainsy lands in Malaysia
- November 10, 2019
Saory said Rainsy would meet CNRP supporters in Malaysia, as well as nongovernment organizations, and try to meet Malaysian government officials. Sam Rainsy, 70, a former finance minister who generally sports big, rimmed spectacles, was a competitor of Hun Sen as the 1990s. (more...)
- November 10, 2019
Saory said Rainsy would meet CNRP supporters in Malaysia, as well as nongovernment organizations, and try to meet Malaysian government officials. Sam Rainsy, 70, a former finance minister who generally sports big, rimmed spectacles, was a competitor of Hun Sen as the 1990s. (more...)
Killer claims his life sentence is served because he briefly died
- November 10, 2019
However, Schreiber argued that he was sentenced to life in prison, "but not to life plus one day", the newspaper reported . According to the Iowa Court of Appeals , Schreiber claims that he "momentarily died at the hospital thereby fulfilling his life sentence ". (more...)
- November 10, 2019
However, Schreiber argued that he was sentenced to life in prison, "but not to life plus one day", the newspaper reported . According to the Iowa Court of Appeals , Schreiber claims that he "momentarily died at the hospital thereby fulfilling his life sentence ". (more...)
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