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Possible Fujiwhara Effect: Two tropical storms could form in Gulf of Mexico
- August 21, 2020
Forecasters urge residents to monitor the storm occasionally this weekend and to have hurricane kits and plans ready because of the large uncertainties in the storm's path and intensity. Invest 97L is producing an area of showers and storms over the central Caribbean Sea. Here's a look at the three tropical disturbances , also known as tropical waves, that are now brewing in the Atlantic. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
Forecasters urge residents to monitor the storm occasionally this weekend and to have hurricane kits and plans ready because of the large uncertainties in the storm's path and intensity. Invest 97L is producing an area of showers and storms over the central Caribbean Sea. Here's a look at the three tropical disturbances , also known as tropical waves, that are now brewing in the Atlantic. (more...)
Iran Shows Off New Missiles on State TV
- August 21, 2020
In late June, Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi announced that Tehran would soon begin manufacturing a new class of supersonic cruise missiles to complement the subsonic weapons now in service in the country. The U.S.'s aim is to stop Iran's nuclear development, ballistic missiles program and to deter state-sponsored terrorism. Iran routinely unveils technological achievements for its armed forces, its space programme and its nuclear efforts. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
In late June, Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi announced that Tehran would soon begin manufacturing a new class of supersonic cruise missiles to complement the subsonic weapons now in service in the country. The U.S.'s aim is to stop Iran's nuclear development, ballistic missiles program and to deter state-sponsored terrorism. Iran routinely unveils technological achievements for its armed forces, its space programme and its nuclear efforts. (more...)
Arrest Warrants Out For Six Thai Protesters Critical Of Monarchy
- August 21, 2020
Pro-democracy protests led by students have swept across the country, with rallies taking place on an nearly daily basis for more than a month. But in recent weeks, students and other activists have taken to the streets to call for reforms of the institution. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
Pro-democracy protests led by students have swept across the country, with rallies taking place on an nearly daily basis for more than a month. But in recent weeks, students and other activists have taken to the streets to call for reforms of the institution. (more...)
Donald Trump Declares: "We'll Be Leaving Shortly" From Iraq
- August 21, 2020
However, President Trump also noted that he would like to get down to the lowest number of troops overseas as quickly as possible. Four months before he assumed office, a USA drone strike near the Baghdad airport killed top Iraqi militia leader Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis and Iranian Gen. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
However, President Trump also noted that he would like to get down to the lowest number of troops overseas as quickly as possible. Four months before he assumed office, a USA drone strike near the Baghdad airport killed top Iraqi militia leader Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis and Iranian Gen. (more...)
Crews prepare for changing winds in fight against 1400-hectare Okanagan wildfire
- August 21, 2020
By Friday, a cold front is expected to move in, which could bring showers, thunderstorms and strong, 40 km/h winds, with gusts up to 60 km/h. The BC Wildfire Service says response planning is underway. A 20-person crew is on the ground with heavy equipment en route. "It is burning in some pretty nasty terrain", Bonnet said. An evacuation alert has been lifted in southeastern B.C. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
By Friday, a cold front is expected to move in, which could bring showers, thunderstorms and strong, 40 km/h winds, with gusts up to 60 km/h. The BC Wildfire Service says response planning is underway. A 20-person crew is on the ground with heavy equipment en route. "It is burning in some pretty nasty terrain", Bonnet said. An evacuation alert has been lifted in southeastern B.C. (more...)
At the DNC, America meets Kamala Harris' blended family
- August 21, 2020
The former USA president will say his Republican successor "hasn't grown into the job because he can't". "President Obama did not do a good job". "I wish Donald Trump had been a better president". "We need more than a victory on November 3", she told the crowd. More recently, Obama drew attention during the 2020 Democratic primary when he said numerous world's problems have been due to "old people, usually old men, not getting out of the way". (more...)
- August 21, 2020
The former USA president will say his Republican successor "hasn't grown into the job because he can't". "President Obama did not do a good job". "I wish Donald Trump had been a better president". "We need more than a victory on November 3", she told the crowd. More recently, Obama drew attention during the 2020 Democratic primary when he said numerous world's problems have been due to "old people, usually old men, not getting out of the way". (more...)
Gurugram submerges as Delhi-NCR receives heavy rainfall
- August 21, 2020
He added that another spell of moderate rain will begin from August 25. It is raining heavily in Delhi at the moment. Overall, it has recorded 457.8 mm rainfall, six per cent more than the normal of 433.2 mm since June 1 when the monsoon season starts. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
He added that another spell of moderate rain will begin from August 25. It is raining heavily in Delhi at the moment. Overall, it has recorded 457.8 mm rainfall, six per cent more than the normal of 433.2 mm since June 1 when the monsoon season starts. (more...)
The Return of a Lost Species
- August 21, 2020
But during an expedition past year scientists found the animals still roaming the wild, discovering that the Somali sengi is not confined to Somalia at all . Rayaleh says that this is an essential matter for the country of Djibouti, which shows that research and science opportunities exist there due to its high biodiversity. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
But during an expedition past year scientists found the animals still roaming the wild, discovering that the Somali sengi is not confined to Somalia at all . Rayaleh says that this is an essential matter for the country of Djibouti, which shows that research and science opportunities exist there due to its high biodiversity. (more...)
Hurricane Genevieve brings strong wind and rain to Mexico's Baja California
- August 21, 2020
But the center warned that only a slight shift to the east could bring hurricane-force winds onshore. At least two storm-related deaths have been reported - a teenage girl who was caught by high surf and the adult who tried to rescue her. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
But the center warned that only a slight shift to the east could bring hurricane-force winds onshore. At least two storm-related deaths have been reported - a teenage girl who was caught by high surf and the adult who tried to rescue her. (more...)
Kamala Harris, the `Momala` of her blended American family
- August 21, 2020
Harris, who made history by being the first Black woman and the first woman of Indian descent to contest USA elections on a major party's ticket, made the remark during her vice-presidential acceptance speech. Three relatives invited her to accept the nomination: her younger sister Maya Harris; niece Meena Harris; and Ella Emhoff, the daughter of Harris's husband Douglas Emhoff, whom she married in 2014 - and has just taken a sabbatical to support his wife's campaign. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
Harris, who made history by being the first Black woman and the first woman of Indian descent to contest USA elections on a major party's ticket, made the remark during her vice-presidential acceptance speech. Three relatives invited her to accept the nomination: her younger sister Maya Harris; niece Meena Harris; and Ella Emhoff, the daughter of Harris's husband Douglas Emhoff, whom she married in 2014 - and has just taken a sabbatical to support his wife's campaign. (more...)
Delhi: 29% population has antibodies for Covid-19, shows second sero survey
- August 21, 2020
The last sero-prevalance survey had found that around 23 per cent of the people had been exposed to the novel coronavirus. The minister also said that prevalence of antibodies found in men was 28.3 percent, and in women 32.2 percent in the latest survey. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
The last sero-prevalance survey had found that around 23 per cent of the people had been exposed to the novel coronavirus. The minister also said that prevalence of antibodies found in men was 28.3 percent, and in women 32.2 percent in the latest survey. (more...)
Trump Says US Involved in Many Oil Prospects in Iraq
- August 21, 2020
The meeting comes as attacks on American targets by pro-Iranian fighters have been on the rise, and with Tehran and Washington competing for influence in Iraq, the gulf between pro-Iranian factions and Baghdad's US-friendly premier is growing. (more...)
- August 21, 2020
The meeting comes as attacks on American targets by pro-Iranian fighters have been on the rise, and with Tehran and Washington competing for influence in Iraq, the gulf between pro-Iranian factions and Baghdad's US-friendly premier is growing. (more...)
US judge dismisses Trump's lawsuit to block subpoena for tax records
- August 20, 2020
Marrero was appointed to the federal bench in 1999 by President Bill Clinton. Vance is investigating whether Trump or the Trump Organization violated NY state laws in connection with hush-money payments made to the adult film actress Stormy Daniels and other women who have alleged affairs with the president. (more...)
- August 20, 2020
Marrero was appointed to the federal bench in 1999 by President Bill Clinton. Vance is investigating whether Trump or the Trump Organization violated NY state laws in connection with hush-money payments made to the adult film actress Stormy Daniels and other women who have alleged affairs with the president. (more...)
Democrats pound their message: To oust Trump, you must vote
- August 20, 2020
Barack Obama will accuse President Donald Trump of treating the White House like "one more reality show", in a speech to the Democratic convention. Harris voiced hope that if elected, Biden would become "a president who turns our challenges into purpose" in contrast to Trump who she claimed "turns our tragedies into political weapons". (more...)
- August 20, 2020
Barack Obama will accuse President Donald Trump of treating the White House like "one more reality show", in a speech to the Democratic convention. Harris voiced hope that if elected, Biden would become "a president who turns our challenges into purpose" in contrast to Trump who she claimed "turns our tragedies into political weapons". (more...)
Bomber's brother gets 55 years for Manchester concert attack
- August 20, 2020
It was his brother, Salman Abedi , who carried out the attack, exploding a backpack in the foyer of the arena shortly after the end of a sold-out concert by American singer Ariana Grande . Samantha Leczkowski, mother of Sorrell Leczkowski, 14, from Leeds, said her daughter's bedroom had been kept "untouched" since she died. Harriet Taylor paid tribute to her mother, Jane Tweddle, 51, a school receptionist who lived in Blackpool. (more...)
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- August 20, 2020
It was his brother, Salman Abedi , who carried out the attack, exploding a backpack in the foyer of the arena shortly after the end of a sold-out concert by American singer Ariana Grande . Samantha Leczkowski, mother of Sorrell Leczkowski, 14, from Leeds, said her daughter's bedroom had been kept "untouched" since she died. Harriet Taylor paid tribute to her mother, Jane Tweddle, 51, a school receptionist who lived in Blackpool. (more...)
Hong Kong: US suspends extradition treaty over national security law
- August 20, 2020
The end of reciprocal tax treatment on shipping was most likely to affect companies such as Orient Overseas (International) Ltd., which could be subject to tax on income hauling cargo to the U.S. That declaration, which promised "one country, two systems", has been undermined by a recent package of harsh national security laws passed by Beijing that has drastically curbed freedoms and political oppositions - especially the thriving pro-democracy movement. (more...)
- August 20, 2020
The end of reciprocal tax treatment on shipping was most likely to affect companies such as Orient Overseas (International) Ltd., which could be subject to tax on income hauling cargo to the U.S. That declaration, which promised "one country, two systems", has been undermined by a recent package of harsh national security laws passed by Beijing that has drastically curbed freedoms and political oppositions - especially the thriving pro-democracy movement. (more...)
"Every single Australian" to receive free COVID-19 vaccine: PM
- August 20, 2020
However, critics have raised concerns over the speed at which these vaccines are being developed, with many highlighting that many pharmaceutical products fail in larger, phase 3 studies, although the success rate tends to be higher in vaccines than in other treatment areas. (more...)
- August 20, 2020
However, critics have raised concerns over the speed at which these vaccines are being developed, with many highlighting that many pharmaceutical products fail in larger, phase 3 studies, although the success rate tends to be higher in vaccines than in other treatment areas. (more...)
World Health Organization urges all nations to work together for Covid-19 vaccine
- August 20, 2020
WHO's push for an worldwide pact to share vaccines comes as the European Union, Britain, Switzerland and the United States are forging deals with drugmakers that have prospective COVID-19 vaccines in various stages of trials. Mexico has told Moscow it is eager to have Russia's coronavirus vaccine once phase 3 testing for the product is complete, Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Wednesday. (more...)
- August 20, 2020
WHO's push for an worldwide pact to share vaccines comes as the European Union, Britain, Switzerland and the United States are forging deals with drugmakers that have prospective COVID-19 vaccines in various stages of trials. Mexico has told Moscow it is eager to have Russia's coronavirus vaccine once phase 3 testing for the product is complete, Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Wednesday. (more...)
Russian opposition figure allegedly poisoned - PM
- August 20, 2020
He has been imprisoned 13 times (and his brother three times), nearly lost an eye when sprayed with a bilious green dye, and in 2019 fell seriously ill after being arrested, from what was officially described as an acute allergic reaction but which he suspected was poison. (more...)
- August 20, 2020
He has been imprisoned 13 times (and his brother three times), nearly lost an eye when sprayed with a bilious green dye, and in 2019 fell seriously ill after being arrested, from what was officially described as an acute allergic reaction but which he suspected was poison. (more...)
Fresh outbreaks threaten South Korean capital
- August 20, 2020
The controversial group was found to be linked to more than 5,200 cases. Authorities have warned of a looming crisis if new outbreaks can not be controlled, with the health system in danger of being swamped and the risk of serious economic damage. (more...)
- August 20, 2020
The controversial group was found to be linked to more than 5,200 cases. Authorities have warned of a looming crisis if new outbreaks can not be controlled, with the health system in danger of being swamped and the risk of serious economic damage. (more...)
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