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PM Modi says agri reforms have started benefiting farmers
- December 19, 2020
The Centre opposed the suggestion made by the court with Attorney General K K Venugopal saying the farmers would then not come forward for the negotiations. "But you can just say that no action will be taken in the meanwhile". He has made fictitious claims that farmers will not lose their land, which is contradicted by the Contract Act 2020, which provides for farmer land to be mortgaged under Section 9 and for recovery of dues from the farmer under Section 14.7 as arrears of land revenue ... (more...)
- December 19, 2020
The Centre opposed the suggestion made by the court with Attorney General K K Venugopal saying the farmers would then not come forward for the negotiations. "But you can just say that no action will be taken in the meanwhile". He has made fictitious claims that farmers will not lose their land, which is contradicted by the Contract Act 2020, which provides for farmer land to be mortgaged under Section 9 and for recovery of dues from the farmer under Section 14.7 as arrears of land revenue ... (more...)
California Sees More Than 1000 COVID-19 Deaths in Last 5 Days
- December 19, 2020
On Thursday, the state released several ICU figures by region, which showed the situation that is quickly turning into a crisis with each passing day. County officials said 20% of those people, or about 1,020, were in the ICU . The county set a new record for COVID-19 hospitalizations Friday. For the first time in memory nearly all of the beds at Doctors Hospital of Manteca are in use. (more...)
- December 19, 2020
On Thursday, the state released several ICU figures by region, which showed the situation that is quickly turning into a crisis with each passing day. County officials said 20% of those people, or about 1,020, were in the ICU . The county set a new record for COVID-19 hospitalizations Friday. For the first time in memory nearly all of the beds at Doctors Hospital of Manteca are in use. (more...)
Mike Pence: U.S. Space Force Members to Be Known as ‘Guardians’
- December 19, 2020
The agency added that the name Guardians connects the organization to its "proud heritage and culture", as well as its main mission of protecting the people and interest of the USA and its allies. "Was your backup the Go-go Gadget Galactics or something?" And are we to believe they have never heard of Marvel or the Guardians Of The Galaxy films? The Guardians will apparently be using "semper supra" which translates to "always above", "always beyond", or "always earlier". (more...)
- December 19, 2020
The agency added that the name Guardians connects the organization to its "proud heritage and culture", as well as its main mission of protecting the people and interest of the USA and its allies. "Was your backup the Go-go Gadget Galactics or something?" And are we to believe they have never heard of Marvel or the Guardians Of The Galaxy films? The Guardians will apparently be using "semper supra" which translates to "always above", "always beyond", or "always earlier". (more...)
Sweden does U-turn on face masks to combat COVID-19
- December 19, 2020
The Public Health Agency, meanwhile was criticised for setting the country's coronavirus strategy without having "an adequate overview of the problems and deficiencies in municipal elderly care". Prime Minister Stefan Lofven said on Friday non-essential public workplaces, such as gyms, pools and libraries, would close until January 24. Sweden's coronavirus death toll stands at over 7,800 people, compared to around 500 in Finland and around 400 in Norway, both of which have a population of ... (more...)
- December 19, 2020
The Public Health Agency, meanwhile was criticised for setting the country's coronavirus strategy without having "an adequate overview of the problems and deficiencies in municipal elderly care". Prime Minister Stefan Lofven said on Friday non-essential public workplaces, such as gyms, pools and libraries, would close until January 24. Sweden's coronavirus death toll stands at over 7,800 people, compared to around 500 in Finland and around 400 in Norway, both of which have a population of ... (more...)
Strong wind gusts in the forecast Friday through Sunday
- December 19, 2020
Holiday shopping should be rain free for the first half of the day. Lows will be in the mid to upper 20s across the metro, with lower 20s in outlying areas. We'll keep watching the trends. It's also expected to be warmer going into Saturday night than it has been the past few days, with low temperatures in the 40s statewide, so no frozen precipitation of any form is expected, according to the weather service. (more...)
- December 19, 2020
Holiday shopping should be rain free for the first half of the day. Lows will be in the mid to upper 20s across the metro, with lower 20s in outlying areas. We'll keep watching the trends. It's also expected to be warmer going into Saturday night than it has been the past few days, with low temperatures in the 40s statewide, so no frozen precipitation of any form is expected, according to the weather service. (more...)
South Africa's 2nd COVID-19 wave driven by a new variant: Minister
- December 19, 2020
He says the new variant started spreading in the Eastern Cape and has spread along the Garden Route before spreading to KwaZulu-Natal, Cape Town and other parts of the country. Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Blade Nzimande has committed more money for research into COVID-19. The global body added there was no indication there were changes in the way the new strain of the virus was behaving. (more...)
- December 19, 2020
He says the new variant started spreading in the Eastern Cape and has spread along the Garden Route before spreading to KwaZulu-Natal, Cape Town and other parts of the country. Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Blade Nzimande has committed more money for research into COVID-19. The global body added there was no indication there were changes in the way the new strain of the virus was behaving. (more...)
Pakistan, UAE agree to enhance cooperation in agriculture sector
- December 19, 2020
The FO statement said FM Qureshi would be holding discussions with the Emirati leadership "on all areas of mutual interest including regional and global issues" and "exchange views on bilateral cooperation, in particular trade, investment and the welfare of Pakistani diaspora". (more...)
- December 19, 2020
The FO statement said FM Qureshi would be holding discussions with the Emirati leadership "on all areas of mutual interest including regional and global issues" and "exchange views on bilateral cooperation, in particular trade, investment and the welfare of Pakistani diaspora". (more...)
Pentagon denies report that cooperation with Biden's transition team has halted
- December 19, 2020
After Biden beat President Donald Trump in the Nov. 3 election, the Democrat's team began meeting with administration officials in late November to coordinate the handover. "Let me be clear: There was no mutually agreed upon holiday break", Abraham countered. Abraham also said the agency review team found out about the pause in meetings Thursday. (more...)
- December 19, 2020
After Biden beat President Donald Trump in the Nov. 3 election, the Democrat's team began meeting with administration officials in late November to coordinate the handover. "Let me be clear: There was no mutually agreed upon holiday break", Abraham countered. Abraham also said the agency review team found out about the pause in meetings Thursday. (more...)
Biden to Pick Granholm, McCarthy for Energy, Climate Roles
- December 19, 2020
Biden is planning to make Clean Energy a priority in his administration and is in favor of improving fuel efficiency standards for cars and light trucks. Granholm would oversee the country's nuclear arsenal and would be charged with helping implement parts of Mr. Biden's expansive agenda to combat climate change. (more...)
- December 19, 2020
Biden is planning to make Clean Energy a priority in his administration and is in favor of improving fuel efficiency standards for cars and light trucks. Granholm would oversee the country's nuclear arsenal and would be charged with helping implement parts of Mr. Biden's expansive agenda to combat climate change. (more...)
Implosion of former Trump casino pushed back a few weeks
- December 18, 2020
The mayor said all of the proceeds from the auction will go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Atlantic City. "This will be done remotely and can be done anywhere in the world as well as close to the Plaza as we can safely get you there!" the auctioneer exults. (more...)
- December 18, 2020
The mayor said all of the proceeds from the auction will go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Atlantic City. "This will be done remotely and can be done anywhere in the world as well as close to the Plaza as we can safely get you there!" the auctioneer exults. (more...)
Dr. Jill Biden Reacts to Attack on Her Doctorate
- December 18, 2020
Biden having a doctorate in education from the University of DE, she should "drop the doc" as the title "feels fraudulent". Any chance you might drop the "Dr.' before your name? 'Dr". Dr. Biden plans on continuing in her position as a professor at Northern Virginia Community College after the January 20 inauguration. 'Jill Biden is not a doctor, no. (more...)
- December 18, 2020
Biden having a doctorate in education from the University of DE, she should "drop the doc" as the title "feels fraudulent". Any chance you might drop the "Dr.' before your name? 'Dr". Dr. Biden plans on continuing in her position as a professor at Northern Virginia Community College after the January 20 inauguration. 'Jill Biden is not a doctor, no. (more...)
Microsoft breached in suspected Russian hack using SolarWinds
- December 18, 2020
Nevertheless, the hackers were still selective in which SolarWinds customers they targeted. In a lengthy blog post published Thursday evening , Microsoft's president, Brad Smith , wrote that SolarWinds "is effectively an attack on the United States" and "provides a moment of reckoning". (more...)
- December 18, 2020
Nevertheless, the hackers were still selective in which SolarWinds customers they targeted. In a lengthy blog post published Thursday evening , Microsoft's president, Brad Smith , wrote that SolarWinds "is effectively an attack on the United States" and "provides a moment of reckoning". (more...)
Forecast for Windsor-Essex for Thursday, December 17, 2020
- December 18, 2020
High temps will get into the upper 30s.maybe 40. Temperatures have been above freezing most of the night. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. Today will be a partly cloudy and cold day, with highs in the mid 40s. Some of the mix will linger into Sunday , but at this point, the best chance of precipitation looks to be on Saturday . "Much of northern Ontario is in good shape, snow cover-wise, but much of southern Ontario, including the Greater Toronto Area, has a low chance of a White ... (more...)
- December 18, 2020
High temps will get into the upper 30s.maybe 40. Temperatures have been above freezing most of the night. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. Today will be a partly cloudy and cold day, with highs in the mid 40s. Some of the mix will linger into Sunday , but at this point, the best chance of precipitation looks to be on Saturday . "Much of northern Ontario is in good shape, snow cover-wise, but much of southern Ontario, including the Greater Toronto Area, has a low chance of a White ... (more...)
Cocaine-laden ghost boat washes up in Marshall Islands
- December 18, 2020
One resident found 18 kilograms of cocaine in 2016, but was subsequently arrested for not handing it over to police immediately. The drug haul has an estimated street value of over US$80 million. Oftentimes, local residents will not report drugs that have washed ashore the islands which can lead to them being trafficked and sold on the island, leading to a rampant drug availability and use. (more...)
- December 18, 2020
One resident found 18 kilograms of cocaine in 2016, but was subsequently arrested for not handing it over to police immediately. The drug haul has an estimated street value of over US$80 million. Oftentimes, local residents will not report drugs that have washed ashore the islands which can lead to them being trafficked and sold on the island, leading to a rampant drug availability and use. (more...)
Sponsored hackers have breached the US' nuclear weapons agency
- December 18, 2020
At this point, the investigation has found that the malware has been isolated to business networks only, and has not impacted the mission-essential national security functions of the Department, including the National Nuclear Security Administration ( NNSA ). (more...)
- December 18, 2020
At this point, the investigation has found that the malware has been isolated to business networks only, and has not impacted the mission-essential national security functions of the Department, including the National Nuclear Security Administration ( NNSA ). (more...)
Sudan’s military says troops killed in cross-border attack by Ethiopian forces
- December 18, 2020
The delay appears meant to reinforce the EU's request for a response from Ethiopian authorities over the bloc's calls for aid to be allowed into Tigray, where five weeks of war have led to a humanitarian crisis. The UN has complained about limited access for humanitarian assistance, saying on Monday that "we have not been able to reach people that we know are in need". (more...)
- December 18, 2020
The delay appears meant to reinforce the EU's request for a response from Ethiopian authorities over the bloc's calls for aid to be allowed into Tigray, where five weeks of war have led to a humanitarian crisis. The UN has complained about limited access for humanitarian assistance, saying on Monday that "we have not been able to reach people that we know are in need". (more...)
Barbados slips in UN HDI rating - NationNews Barbados
- December 18, 2020
The report lays out a stark choice for world leaders - take bold steps to reduce the enormous pressure that is being exerted on the environment and the natural world, or humanity's progress will stall. The next frontier for human development will require working with and not against nature, while transforming social norms, values, and government and financial incentives, the report argues. (more...)
- December 18, 2020
The report lays out a stark choice for world leaders - take bold steps to reduce the enormous pressure that is being exerted on the environment and the natural world, or humanity's progress will stall. The next frontier for human development will require working with and not against nature, while transforming social norms, values, and government and financial incentives, the report argues. (more...)
Former Houston cop charged after trying to prove 2020 election fraud
- December 18, 2020
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said Aguirre "crossed the line from dirty politics to commission of a violent crime and we are lucky no one was killed". According to DL's statement to police, while he was on the ground being held by Aguirre, two other cars pulled up and Aguirre instructed one of those drivers to search DL's truck. (more...)
- December 18, 2020
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said Aguirre "crossed the line from dirty politics to commission of a violent crime and we are lucky no one was killed". According to DL's statement to police, while he was on the ground being held by Aguirre, two other cars pulled up and Aguirre instructed one of those drivers to search DL's truck. (more...)
Kenyan national indicted for plotting 9/11-style attack
- December 18, 2020
Cholo Abdi Abdullah was arrested on weapons charges in the Philippines past year. Operating under the orders of African terror group al-Shabaab, Cholo Abdi Abdullah "sought to obtain pilot training, test flaws in airport security, and take other steps for hijacking a civil aircraft", prosecutors with the Southern District of NY alleged in a 19-page indictment unsealed Wednesday. (more...)
- December 18, 2020
Cholo Abdi Abdullah was arrested on weapons charges in the Philippines past year. Operating under the orders of African terror group al-Shabaab, Cholo Abdi Abdullah "sought to obtain pilot training, test flaws in airport security, and take other steps for hijacking a civil aircraft", prosecutors with the Southern District of NY alleged in a 19-page indictment unsealed Wednesday. (more...)
US cybersecurity agency warns of 'grave' threat from hack
- December 17, 2020
Shares in SolarWinds Corp, which is controlled by Silver Lake and Thoma Bravo, were down more than 5% on Tuesday, after the information technology services provider said on Sunday that cyber spies hid malicious code in the body of legitimate software updates. (more...)
- December 17, 2020
Shares in SolarWinds Corp, which is controlled by Silver Lake and Thoma Bravo, were down more than 5% on Tuesday, after the information technology services provider said on Sunday that cyber spies hid malicious code in the body of legitimate software updates. (more...)
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