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California wildfires burn record 2 million acres
- September 08, 2020
More than 500 firefighters and four helicopters have been called in to battle the blaze, forcing dozens of residents to evacuate, after coloured fireworks were set off at the party . A school, church, library, historic general store and a major hydroelectric plant were spared in the community of about 200 residents, Wait told the Fresno Bee. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
More than 500 firefighters and four helicopters have been called in to battle the blaze, forcing dozens of residents to evacuate, after coloured fireworks were set off at the party . A school, church, library, historic general store and a major hydroelectric plant were spared in the community of about 200 residents, Wait told the Fresno Bee. (more...)
Butte High student tests positive for COVID-19
- September 08, 2020
Lecce says Ontario has mandated masking in classrooms while Quebec has not, and more than 600 public health nurses will be stationed in Ontario schools this fall. Is this going to happen here? "But I do think that the big issue that's outstanding is the physical distancing part". Eighteen of those institutions reported a COVID-19 case on Thursday alone. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Lecce says Ontario has mandated masking in classrooms while Quebec has not, and more than 600 public health nurses will be stationed in Ontario schools this fall. Is this going to happen here? "But I do think that the big issue that's outstanding is the physical distancing part". Eighteen of those institutions reported a COVID-19 case on Thursday alone. (more...)
China, India accuse each other of border moves, firing shots
- September 08, 2020
China's western military command said the incursion happened along the southern coast of Pangong Lake in the area known in Chinese as Shenpaoshan. Calling it a "serious military provocation", Zhang asked the India side to "immediately stop unsafe actions. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
China's western military command said the incursion happened along the southern coast of Pangong Lake in the area known in Chinese as Shenpaoshan. Calling it a "serious military provocation", Zhang asked the India side to "immediately stop unsafe actions. (more...)
John Bolton slams Trump’s 'incoherent' remarks on military leaders
- September 08, 2020
However, he added, "The top people in the Pentagon probably aren't because they want to do nothing but fight wars so all of those wonderful companies that make the bombs and make the planes and make everything else stay happy". Defense Secretary Mark Esper, whom Trump appointed, was defense contractor Raytheon's chief Washington lobbyist before he became Army secretary in 2017. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
However, he added, "The top people in the Pentagon probably aren't because they want to do nothing but fight wars so all of those wonderful companies that make the bombs and make the planes and make everything else stay happy". Defense Secretary Mark Esper, whom Trump appointed, was defense contractor Raytheon's chief Washington lobbyist before he became Army secretary in 2017. (more...)
Postmaster General DeJoy Accused of Campaign Finance Law Violations
- September 08, 2020
The Post cited two employees who said that DeJoy would then have the employees' bonuses raised "to help defray the cost of their contributions", which would be illegal . Common Cause - which along with other groups recently filed a lawsuit against DeJoy alleging that his actions to undercut the delivery of mail amount to a constitutional violation of Americans' right to vote - said the revelations of his alleged campaign finance violations are only the latest reason DeJoy can not be trusted ... (more...)
- September 08, 2020
The Post cited two employees who said that DeJoy would then have the employees' bonuses raised "to help defray the cost of their contributions", which would be illegal . Common Cause - which along with other groups recently filed a lawsuit against DeJoy alleging that his actions to undercut the delivery of mail amount to a constitutional violation of Americans' right to vote - said the revelations of his alleged campaign finance violations are only the latest reason DeJoy can not be trusted ... (more...)
'World's Loneliest Elephant' To Be Rescued From Infamous Zoo
- September 08, 2020
Martin Bauer, a spokesman for advocacy group Four Paws, said the elephant had been given medical approval to travel, most likely to Cambodia. "I think he hates me and he hates Frank Sinatra now, " the vet said of Kaavan with a laugh. Friday's medical examination showed the elephant was overweight, even as he showed signs of malnutrition. Also, his nails are cracked and malformed which can be attributed to the inappropriate flooring and structure of his enclosure. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Martin Bauer, a spokesman for advocacy group Four Paws, said the elephant had been given medical approval to travel, most likely to Cambodia. "I think he hates me and he hates Frank Sinatra now, " the vet said of Kaavan with a laugh. Friday's medical examination showed the elephant was overweight, even as he showed signs of malnutrition. Also, his nails are cracked and malformed which can be attributed to the inappropriate flooring and structure of his enclosure. (more...)
Germany raises pressure on Russian Federation in Navalny case
- September 08, 2020
Novichok was also used in the attack on Russian double-agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter in Britain in 2018. Paris: French Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian on Sunday slammed the poisoning of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny and said Russian Federation must provide explanations."It is a serious situation". (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Novichok was also used in the attack on Russian double-agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter in Britain in 2018. Paris: French Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian on Sunday slammed the poisoning of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny and said Russian Federation must provide explanations."It is a serious situation". (more...)
Weather: Rain for Labour Day and most of the week
- September 08, 2020
The sea breeze will then help to fire off a round of showers and thunderstorms in the late afternoon and early evening. Lows settle to about 68-72 degrees by morning with light winds from the east again. The cloud and rain coverage should cap temperatures today to peak in the low 90s, with a high of 91 for instance in Fort Myers and Cape Coral. Saturday night should be partly cloudy with still some shower chances and lows in the 60s. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
The sea breeze will then help to fire off a round of showers and thunderstorms in the late afternoon and early evening. Lows settle to about 68-72 degrees by morning with light winds from the east again. The cloud and rain coverage should cap temperatures today to peak in the low 90s, with a high of 91 for instance in Fort Myers and Cape Coral. Saturday night should be partly cloudy with still some shower chances and lows in the 60s. (more...)
China says it landed a reusable spacecraft after a two-day flight
- September 08, 2020
China's first reusable spacecraft landed Sunday at Jiuquan after spending two days in orbit, according to the official Xinhua news agency . "It will test reusable technologies during its flight , providing technological support for peaceful space uses", Xinhua agency, China's official news agency, said in the report. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
China's first reusable spacecraft landed Sunday at Jiuquan after spending two days in orbit, according to the official Xinhua news agency . "It will test reusable technologies during its flight , providing technological support for peaceful space uses", Xinhua agency, China's official news agency, said in the report. (more...)
China saved Millions of lives: Chinese President Xi Jinping
- September 08, 2020
In July, the U.S. notified the United Nations that it was withdrawing from the World Health Organization , which President Donald Trump says is "China-centric". To be specific, its long-term accumulation of materials, an established and complete industrial system, existing strong scientific and technological strength and abundant medical resources have provided strong support for epidemic control. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
In July, the U.S. notified the United Nations that it was withdrawing from the World Health Organization , which President Donald Trump says is "China-centric". To be specific, its long-term accumulation of materials, an established and complete industrial system, existing strong scientific and technological strength and abundant medical resources have provided strong support for epidemic control. (more...)
Gossip is a worse plague than Covid - Pope Francis
- September 08, 2020
During his weekly blessings, he diverted from his speech and talked about gossiping within church communities and even within Vatican City. "He is always saying bad things about others because he is the liar who tries to split the Church", Francis added in the off-the-cuff comments. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
During his weekly blessings, he diverted from his speech and talked about gossiping within church communities and even within Vatican City. "He is always saying bad things about others because he is the liar who tries to split the Church", Francis added in the off-the-cuff comments. (more...)
New China Virus Cases Thump Expectations of Resuscitating Southeast Asia’s Vacation Areas
- September 08, 2020
India, which has reported more than 90,000 new infections for two days in a row, has the world's fastest-growing caseload. India overtook Brazil on September 7 to become the second-worst affected country in terms of coronavirus cases behind the United States, according to an AFP tally. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
India, which has reported more than 90,000 new infections for two days in a row, has the world's fastest-growing caseload. India overtook Brazil on September 7 to become the second-worst affected country in terms of coronavirus cases behind the United States, according to an AFP tally. (more...)
Philippine leader pardons US Marine in transgender killing
- September 08, 2020
Joseph Scott Pemberton convicted of killing a transgender woman in 2014. "He can now go home because of the pardon", Roque told reporters. A court signed off on Pemberton's early release last week for good conduct, but this was blocked by an appeal from Ms Laude's lawyers. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Joseph Scott Pemberton convicted of killing a transgender woman in 2014. "He can now go home because of the pardon", Roque told reporters. A court signed off on Pemberton's early release last week for good conduct, but this was blocked by an appeal from Ms Laude's lawyers. (more...)
Two Australian journalists pulled out of China following Cheng Lei detention
- September 08, 2020
Both Birtles and Smith - Shanghai correspondent for the Australian Financial Review - received simultaneous midnight police raids on their homes last week and a warning they would have to answer questions about a "national security case", their employers said . (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Both Birtles and Smith - Shanghai correspondent for the Australian Financial Review - received simultaneous midnight police raids on their homes last week and a warning they would have to answer questions about a "national security case", their employers said . (more...)
Ireland names European Union hopefuls to replace virus breach commissioner
- September 08, 2020
A European Commissioner is a member of the 27-member College of Commissioners. Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney withdrew his name from consideration in the race to succeed Phil Hogan as European Commissioner - but last night remained silent on his reasons for doing so. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
A European Commissioner is a member of the 27-member College of Commissioners. Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney withdrew his name from consideration in the race to succeed Phil Hogan as European Commissioner - but last night remained silent on his reasons for doing so. (more...)
Assange suffers setback in extradition battle
- September 08, 2020
Earlier, Assange stood in the dock of Court 10, clean shaven with spectacles perched in his short cropped hair, wearing a smart dark suit, maroon tie and white shirt. Fitzgerald argued the U.S. authorities were misrepresenting the facts "in order to bring this case within the bounds of an extradition crime" by suggesting Assange had materially assisted the USA whistleblower Chelsea Manning in accessing national security information, and that there had been a reckless disclosure of the names of ... (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Earlier, Assange stood in the dock of Court 10, clean shaven with spectacles perched in his short cropped hair, wearing a smart dark suit, maroon tie and white shirt. Fitzgerald argued the U.S. authorities were misrepresenting the facts "in order to bring this case within the bounds of an extradition crime" by suggesting Assange had materially assisted the USA whistleblower Chelsea Manning in accessing national security information, and that there had been a reckless disclosure of the names of ... (more...)
Australia to receive COVID-19 vaccine within months
- September 08, 2020
Only one out of five voters said they would get a free coronavirus vaccine "as soon as possible" if one became available, the majority indicating they would "consider it" but ultimately wait it out. The documents shared with the Philippine government contain the findings of Phase 1 and 2 of the clinical trials of Sputnik V. Officials are awaiting the response of manufacturer Gamaleya research institute, Vergeire added. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Only one out of five voters said they would get a free coronavirus vaccine "as soon as possible" if one became available, the majority indicating they would "consider it" but ultimately wait it out. The documents shared with the Philippine government contain the findings of Phase 1 and 2 of the clinical trials of Sputnik V. Officials are awaiting the response of manufacturer Gamaleya research institute, Vergeire added. (more...)
Covid-19: First batch of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine released into public
- September 08, 2020
India had earlier sought the information from Moscow-based Gamaleya Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology . The engagement efforts are being overseen by Renu Swarup, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology, and, by Indian Ambassador D B Venkatesh Varma. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
India had earlier sought the information from Moscow-based Gamaleya Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology . The engagement efforts are being overseen by Renu Swarup, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology, and, by Indian Ambassador D B Venkatesh Varma. (more...)
Coronavirus number explained: Covid spike in India enters the runaway phase
- September 08, 2020
India overtook Brazil in coronavirus infection numbers on Monday, making it second only to the United States after a record jump, but the government resumed underground train services and announced plans to re-open the Taj Mahal this month. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
India overtook Brazil in coronavirus infection numbers on Monday, making it second only to the United States after a record jump, but the government resumed underground train services and announced plans to re-open the Taj Mahal this month. (more...)
Trump considers 'decoupling' USA from China
- September 08, 2020
Speaking from the North Portico of the White House, Trump echoed numerous same themes he has raised on the campaign trail - repeatedly criticizing Democratic nominee Joe Biden and defending his record on the economy and the COVID-19 pandemic. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Speaking from the North Portico of the White House, Trump echoed numerous same themes he has raised on the campaign trail - repeatedly criticizing Democratic nominee Joe Biden and defending his record on the economy and the COVID-19 pandemic. (more...)
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