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Coronavirus outbreak: Indian embassy starts hotline in China
- January 25, 2020
The virus originated in Wuhan city - the capital of Hubei - and has now spread across 29 provinces in the country. "We're seeing the full strength of the Chinese authorities on display here with the effort to try and contain this coronavirus ", said FRANCE 24's Charles Pellegrin, reporting from Beijing Friday. (more...)
- January 25, 2020
The virus originated in Wuhan city - the capital of Hubei - and has now spread across 29 provinces in the country. "We're seeing the full strength of the Chinese authorities on display here with the effort to try and contain this coronavirus ", said FRANCE 24's Charles Pellegrin, reporting from Beijing Friday. (more...)
Sound of a 3000 years old mummy heard through breakthrough technology
- January 25, 2020
The sound of a mummified priest has been heard for the first time in 3,000 years, thanks to ingenious research by a team of academics. "We heard a sound similar to a vowel that would come out of Nesyamun's mouth if his mouth were in his current position and he was alive", said David Howard , an electronic engineer at the Royal Holloway University in London and first author of the article. (more...)
- January 25, 2020
The sound of a mummified priest has been heard for the first time in 3,000 years, thanks to ingenious research by a team of academics. "We heard a sound similar to a vowel that would come out of Nesyamun's mouth if his mouth were in his current position and he was alive", said David Howard , an electronic engineer at the Royal Holloway University in London and first author of the article. (more...)
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson signs Brexit agreement
- January 25, 2020
In photographs issued of the signing ceremony in the EU's Europa building on Friday morning, the bloc's chief negotiator, Michel Barnier , can be seen standing behind the two presidents. The EU is set to take up negotiations on full speed on 25 February, when EU Ministers will attend a general affairs council and begin the next stage of planning a Brexit that functions well for everyone involved. (more...)
- January 25, 2020
In photographs issued of the signing ceremony in the EU's Europa building on Friday morning, the bloc's chief negotiator, Michel Barnier , can be seen standing behind the two presidents. The EU is set to take up negotiations on full speed on 25 February, when EU Ministers will attend a general affairs council and begin the next stage of planning a Brexit that functions well for everyone involved. (more...)
Trump to sign trade accord with Mexico, Canada next week: White House
- January 25, 2020
The legislation to implement the U.S. -Mexico-Canada Agreement passed on an 89-10 bipartisan vote, sending the measure to President Trump for him to sealed into law. "Bickering, grandstanding, petty politics, none of these things create jobs", he said. Because he has a minority government, Trudeau needs the support from another party to pass legislation. (more...)
- January 25, 2020
The legislation to implement the U.S. -Mexico-Canada Agreement passed on an 89-10 bipartisan vote, sending the measure to President Trump for him to sealed into law. "Bickering, grandstanding, petty politics, none of these things create jobs", he said. Because he has a minority government, Trudeau needs the support from another party to pass legislation. (more...)
Fire Breaks Out at Residential Building After Turkey Earthquake
- January 25, 2020
Fifteen aftershocks have been felt in the wake, with the strongest registering at 5.4 magnitude, Soylu said. Thirteen people were killed in Elazig and five more in the neighbouring province of Malatya, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said after rushing to the region with other ministers to oversee the rescue operation. (more...)
- January 25, 2020
Fifteen aftershocks have been felt in the wake, with the strongest registering at 5.4 magnitude, Soylu said. Thirteen people were killed in Elazig and five more in the neighbouring province of Malatya, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said after rushing to the region with other ministers to oversee the rescue operation. (more...)
US Space Force logo bears striking resemblance to one from Star Trek
- January 25, 2020
But a spokesman for the branch hit back, arguing the "Delta" emblem had been used by Air Force space organizations as early as 1961, before the first Star Trek show aired. "We are expecting some royalties from this". For the thought leaders who were able to look past the knee-jerk reaction of satire involved with Trump and a cartoonishly titled branch of government must surely be laughing a little bit now with what the Space Force logo looks like. (more...)
- January 25, 2020
But a spokesman for the branch hit back, arguing the "Delta" emblem had been used by Air Force space organizations as early as 1961, before the first Star Trek show aired. "We are expecting some royalties from this". For the thought leaders who were able to look past the knee-jerk reaction of satire involved with Trump and a cartoonishly titled branch of government must surely be laughing a little bit now with what the Space Force logo looks like. (more...)
Europe to invest in neighborhood stability EU Commission head
- January 25, 2020
Speaking ahead of a meeting with von der Leyen on the sidelines of the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump said: "Hopefully, we'll get something done". and China signed a trade deal on January 15 that foresees an increase in imports of American goods and services by US$200 billion over the next two years, subject to what China described as market conditions. (more...)
- January 25, 2020
Speaking ahead of a meeting with von der Leyen on the sidelines of the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump said: "Hopefully, we'll get something done". and China signed a trade deal on January 15 that foresees an increase in imports of American goods and services by US$200 billion over the next two years, subject to what China described as market conditions. (more...)
USA troops diagnosed with 'traumatic' brain injuries after Iranian missile attack
- January 24, 2020
Seventeen service members who were injured have since returned to duty in Iraq, sixteen of whom were treated locally in the country. Jonathan Hoffman, the Pentagon spokesman, confirmed on Friday that eight of the US service members who received diagnoses were transported to a hospital in Germany and then taken back to the USA, where they will receive treatment at the Walter Reed Medical Center. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
Seventeen service members who were injured have since returned to duty in Iraq, sixteen of whom were treated locally in the country. Jonathan Hoffman, the Pentagon spokesman, confirmed on Friday that eight of the US service members who received diagnoses were transported to a hospital in Germany and then taken back to the USA, where they will receive treatment at the Walter Reed Medical Center. (more...)
NC animal shelter advertising 'World's Worst Cat' for adoption
- January 24, 2020
The shelter said Perdita is socially awkward and would be a good match for a socially awkward human who understands she needs personal space. It is no surprise why they're offering her up for free adoption, but what is a surprise is the number of responses the shelter has received in regard to the advert. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
The shelter said Perdita is socially awkward and would be a good match for a socially awkward human who understands she needs personal space. It is no surprise why they're offering her up for free adoption, but what is a surprise is the number of responses the shelter has received in regard to the advert. (more...)
Barack Obama thinks Bernie Sanders is unfit to be the Democrat nominee
- January 24, 2020
Democrats hope that shifts in the electorate, particularly among educated voters and women, could broaden the path to the presidency for the Democratic nominee. Democratic socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) has jumped out to a sizable lead in a key early primary state, despite heightened attacks from his competitors and former nominee Hillary Clinton, according to a WBUR-FM poll . (more...)
- January 24, 2020
Democrats hope that shifts in the electorate, particularly among educated voters and women, could broaden the path to the presidency for the Democratic nominee. Democratic socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) has jumped out to a sizable lead in a key early primary state, despite heightened attacks from his competitors and former nominee Hillary Clinton, according to a WBUR-FM poll . (more...)
Iran will never seek nuclear arms, with or without nuclear deal - Rouhani
- January 24, 2020
Rouhani said Iran remained committed to the deal and could reverse its steps away from compliance if other parties fulfilled their obligations. Iran's President Hassan Rouhani and the speaker of parliament have warned European states not to leave the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran and has vowed never to seek nuclear weapons. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
Rouhani said Iran remained committed to the deal and could reverse its steps away from compliance if other parties fulfilled their obligations. Iran's President Hassan Rouhani and the speaker of parliament have warned European states not to leave the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran and has vowed never to seek nuclear weapons. (more...)
U.S. Treasury chief Mnuchin takes jab at Greta Thunberg at Davos
- January 24, 2020
The teen, who was named Person of the Year in 2019, returned to the World Economic Forum's annual summit in Davos , Switzerland this week to urge companies, world market leaders and others to take action in the face of science, evidence that temperatures are on the Earth rise. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
The teen, who was named Person of the Year in 2019, returned to the World Economic Forum's annual summit in Davos , Switzerland this week to urge companies, world market leaders and others to take action in the face of science, evidence that temperatures are on the Earth rise. (more...)
Six dead and several injured after shooting in Germany
- January 24, 2020
The shooter, believed to have a personal motive, launched an assault in the town of Rot am See. Police and prosecutors said they would provide more details about the attack in a press conference in Rot am See later on Friday. Initial information suggests the victims and the suspect knew each other and there is no indication more suspects were involved. "The town of Rot am See has a population of around 5,000 and, according to residents, the street where the shooting took place is normally a ... (more...)
- January 24, 2020
The shooter, believed to have a personal motive, launched an assault in the town of Rot am See. Police and prosecutors said they would provide more details about the attack in a press conference in Rot am See later on Friday. Initial information suggests the victims and the suspect knew each other and there is no indication more suspects were involved. "The town of Rot am See has a population of around 5,000 and, according to residents, the street where the shooting took place is normally a ... (more...)
Massive explosion rips through Houston building, shock waves felt across city
- January 24, 2020
According to KTRK in Houston, the origin of the explosion was a building used by a company called Watson Grinding and Manufacturing. At least one person was injured by shattered glass and was taken to a hospital, Houston fire Capt. Houston police chief Art Acevedo warned people to avoid inhalation explosion "out of an over abundance of caution" on Twitter. Residents have also reported broken windows and doors in the area, CNN affiliate KTRK reported. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
According to KTRK in Houston, the origin of the explosion was a building used by a company called Watson Grinding and Manufacturing. At least one person was injured by shattered glass and was taken to a hospital, Houston fire Capt. Houston police chief Art Acevedo warned people to avoid inhalation explosion "out of an over abundance of caution" on Twitter. Residents have also reported broken windows and doors in the area, CNN affiliate KTRK reported. (more...)
What health trends could 2020 bring?
- January 24, 2020
From global political news to what could happen in sports, working out where everything may head is something we all like to do. Of course, getting on board with the latest trends early also means you don’t miss out on them and can use them in your own life. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
From global political news to what could happen in sports, working out where everything may head is something we all like to do. Of course, getting on board with the latest trends early also means you don’t miss out on them and can use them in your own life. (more...)
Dangerous 'Outlet Challenge' Sweeps TikTok, Prompts Fire Safety Warning
- January 24, 2020
In addition to electrical fire safety, the Office of the State Fire Marshal would like to remind parents and children to discuss the dangers of particular online "challenges" and recognizing the unsafe activity on the internet. "These actions are also grounds for criminal charges". A photo released by the Plymouth Fire Department showed a penny and a phone-charger plug singed and fused together after a recent incident. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
In addition to electrical fire safety, the Office of the State Fire Marshal would like to remind parents and children to discuss the dangers of particular online "challenges" and recognizing the unsafe activity on the internet. "These actions are also grounds for criminal charges". A photo released by the Plymouth Fire Department showed a penny and a phone-charger plug singed and fused together after a recent incident. (more...)
Brexit: EU leaders sign United Kingdom withdrawal deal
- January 24, 2020
In a series of votes on Wednesday, the Commons - where Mr Johnson's Conservatives have a large majority - rejected all five amendments and sent the Bill back to the Lords, who then reluctantly agreed to back down. U.S. officials say they are eager to strike a deal with Johnson. The EU parliament also must approve the Brexit divorce deal before 31 January. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
In a series of votes on Wednesday, the Commons - where Mr Johnson's Conservatives have a large majority - rejected all five amendments and sent the Bill back to the Lords, who then reluctantly agreed to back down. U.S. officials say they are eager to strike a deal with Johnson. The EU parliament also must approve the Brexit divorce deal before 31 January. (more...)
Biden Won't Testify in Trump Impeachment Trial
- January 24, 2020
Cruz first floated the idea of " witness reciprocity " for testimony from Biden in exchange for the testimony of former national security adviser John Bolton on January 14. "That's not the goal of the trial and the senators should not allow it to be abused in that way", Schiff told reporters. "This isn't, "We will offer you this, if you give us that" or offer a witness irrelevant and immaterial with no relevant testimony but a witness that allows us to smear a presidential candidate if you ... (more...)
- January 24, 2020
Cruz first floated the idea of " witness reciprocity " for testimony from Biden in exchange for the testimony of former national security adviser John Bolton on January 14. "That's not the goal of the trial and the senators should not allow it to be abused in that way", Schiff told reporters. "This isn't, "We will offer you this, if you give us that" or offer a witness irrelevant and immaterial with no relevant testimony but a witness that allows us to smear a presidential candidate if you ... (more...)
Woman convicted of convincing boyfriend to kill himself being released
- January 24, 2020
The release of Michelle Carter comes after she served most of a 15-month sentence at the Bristol County jail in Dartmouth, Massachusetts . A MA judge determined Carter, who was 17 at the time, caused the death of the 18-year-old Roy when she ordered him in a phone call to get back into his parked truck, which he'd rigged to fill up with deadly carbon monoxide. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
The release of Michelle Carter comes after she served most of a 15-month sentence at the Bristol County jail in Dartmouth, Massachusetts . A MA judge determined Carter, who was 17 at the time, caused the death of the 18-year-old Roy when she ordered him in a phone call to get back into his parked truck, which he'd rigged to fill up with deadly carbon monoxide. (more...)
United States denies Britain's extradition request for diplomat's wife
- January 24, 2020
Sacoolas, 43, was allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road when she hit 19-year-old Harry's motorbike in Northamptonshire on August 27. "At the time the accident occurred, and for the duration of her stay in the United Kingdom, the U.S. (more...)
- January 24, 2020
Sacoolas, 43, was allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road when she hit 19-year-old Harry's motorbike in Northamptonshire on August 27. "At the time the accident occurred, and for the duration of her stay in the United Kingdom, the U.S. (more...)
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