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Oman capture Gulf Cup of Nations after thrilling penalty shoot-out victory
- Января 06, 2018
Wounded fans await treatment after a glass barrier broke at the end of the Gulf Cup of Nations 2017 final football match between Oman and the UAE at the Sheikh Jaber al-Ahmad Stadium in Kuwait City on January 5, 2018. Despite being overrun for most of the game, UAE had a glorious chance to take the trophy when they were awarded a penalty in the 89 minute. Both teams failed to score a goal in the extra time to take the game to penalties. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Wounded fans await treatment after a glass barrier broke at the end of the Gulf Cup of Nations 2017 final football match between Oman and the UAE at the Sheikh Jaber al-Ahmad Stadium in Kuwait City on January 5, 2018. Despite being overrun for most of the game, UAE had a glorious chance to take the trophy when they were awarded a penalty in the 89 minute. Both teams failed to score a goal in the extra time to take the game to penalties. (more...)
The CDC is now officially planning for a nuclear attack
- Января 06, 2018
In the event of a nuclear incident, the agency said the results would be devastating and there would be limited time to take critical protection steps. The presentation will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the Center's Global Communications Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The sessions are titled "Preparing for the Unthinkable", "Using Data and Decision Aids to Drive Response Efforts", "Public Health Resources to Meet Critical Components of Preparedness", and "Roadmap to Radiation Preparedness". (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
In the event of a nuclear incident, the agency said the results would be devastating and there would be limited time to take critical protection steps. The presentation will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the Center's Global Communications Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The sessions are titled "Preparing for the Unthinkable", "Using Data and Decision Aids to Drive Response Efforts", "Public Health Resources to Meet Critical Components of Preparedness", and "Roadmap to Radiation Preparedness". (more...)
Tillerson On Trump: 'I've Never Questioned His Mental Fitness'
- Января 06, 2018
Tillerson--who a few months ago was reported to have called the President a "moron"--said, "I've never questioned his mental fitness ". "I have no reason to question his mental fitness". Tillerson told CNN that his relationship with the president "is a developing one" and that the two men had not known each other until Tillerson, a former Exxon Mobil CEO, came under consideration to be named the nation's top diplomat. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Tillerson--who a few months ago was reported to have called the President a "moron"--said, "I've never questioned his mental fitness ". "I have no reason to question his mental fitness". Tillerson told CNN that his relationship with the president "is a developing one" and that the two men had not known each other until Tillerson, a former Exxon Mobil CEO, came under consideration to be named the nation's top diplomat. (more...)
Immigrant cleared of San Francisco killing faces U.S. charges
- Января 06, 2018
Jose Ines Garcia Zarate, a homeless undocumented immigrant acquitted of killing Kate Steinle on a San Francisco pier is scheduled to be sentenced on a lesser gun charge Friday, Jan. Before Steinle's death, a San Francisco jail released him instead of handing him over to immigration authorities for deportation, Mercury News reported. (more...)
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- Января 06, 2018
Jose Ines Garcia Zarate, a homeless undocumented immigrant acquitted of killing Kate Steinle on a San Francisco pier is scheduled to be sentenced on a lesser gun charge Friday, Jan. Before Steinle's death, a San Francisco jail released him instead of handing him over to immigration authorities for deportation, Mercury News reported. (more...)
What are the new pot laws in Moorpark?
- Января 06, 2018
It said that attempted prosecutions of medical cannabis players meeting state law have been "dismissed and/or shut down via injunctions based upon the Rohrabacher amendment". Dozens of newly authorized marijuana stores are due to open for business across California on January 1 , launching yet another chapter in America's drug culture and the largest regulated commercial market for cannabis in the United States - one valued at several billion dollars. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
It said that attempted prosecutions of medical cannabis players meeting state law have been "dismissed and/or shut down via injunctions based upon the Rohrabacher amendment". Dozens of newly authorized marijuana stores are due to open for business across California on January 1 , launching yet another chapter in America's drug culture and the largest regulated commercial market for cannabis in the United States - one valued at several billion dollars. (more...)
Hundreds of first responders join funeral procession for fallen Denver deputy
- Января 06, 2018
The procession caused rolling closures along the route. The motorcade was so large, it took more than an hour to pass most locations. They held American flags and handmade signs. A 29-year old Douglas county deputy, killed in the line of duty while responding to a disturbance call in Highlands Ranch on New Year's Eve. He is upset when one officer offers to give him a phone number to call, and leaves the doorway to go back into a room. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
The procession caused rolling closures along the route. The motorcade was so large, it took more than an hour to pass most locations. They held American flags and handmade signs. A 29-year old Douglas county deputy, killed in the line of duty while responding to a disturbance call in Highlands Ranch on New Year's Eve. He is upset when one officer offers to give him a phone number to call, and leaves the doorway to go back into a room. (more...)
110 pounds of pot seized at Bridge of the Americas
- Января 06, 2018
This is the second largest haul ever seized at Port of Lukeville. The liquid tested positive for properties of meth, officials said. However, when CBP officers at DFW reviewed the electronic manifest, they determined a further inspection was warranted. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
This is the second largest haul ever seized at Port of Lukeville. The liquid tested positive for properties of meth, officials said. However, when CBP officers at DFW reviewed the electronic manifest, they determined a further inspection was warranted. (more...)
Democratic Rep. Elijah Cummings hospitalized, wife halts Maryland gubernatorial campaign
- Января 06, 2018
Cummings' office says he is resting comfortably and expects a full recovery. "Making a positive and direct contribution to the state of Maryland and to our nation was my greatest motivating factor for stepping into the public arena", she said in a statement . (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Cummings' office says he is resting comfortably and expects a full recovery. "Making a positive and direct contribution to the state of Maryland and to our nation was my greatest motivating factor for stepping into the public arena", she said in a statement . (more...)
Rwanda, Uganda Deny Signing Migrant Deals With Israel
- Января 06, 2018
Uganda has denied that it agreed to a deal to accept what could amount to thousands of African migrants that will be deported from Israel . A Rwanda deputy foreign minister, Olivier Nduhungirehe, told The Associated Press (AP) his country has never reached any agreement with Israel on hosting asylum seekers. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Uganda has denied that it agreed to a deal to accept what could amount to thousands of African migrants that will be deported from Israel . A Rwanda deputy foreign minister, Olivier Nduhungirehe, told The Associated Press (AP) his country has never reached any agreement with Israel on hosting asylum seekers. (more...)
Fire breaks out at Secret Service facility on Clinton compound
- Января 06, 2018
The fire began in the the second-floor ceiling of a detached facility used by the Secret Service behind the Clintons' home in Chappaqua and was reported about 2:50 p.m. "All is ok!" Merrill tweeted . There was no information on cause, or who was home at the time . The Clintons bought the 19th century home in 1999 for $1.7 million and have lived there for the last 19 years. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
The fire began in the the second-floor ceiling of a detached facility used by the Secret Service behind the Clintons' home in Chappaqua and was reported about 2:50 p.m. "All is ok!" Merrill tweeted . There was no information on cause, or who was home at the time . The Clintons bought the 19th century home in 1999 for $1.7 million and have lived there for the last 19 years. (more...)
The Hill: FBI Opens New Clinton Foundation Investigation
- Января 06, 2018
Trump has repeatedly petitioned the Justice Department to examine the Clintons for a variety of issues, chastised the media for what he calls a lack of coverage of their alleged corruption and led chants of "Lock her up!" at rallies. During his initial news conference announcing the decision not to seek criminal charges against Clinton, and in subsequent testimony before Congress, Comey accused Clinton of having acted without the proper regard for maintaining the security of classified ... (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Trump has repeatedly petitioned the Justice Department to examine the Clintons for a variety of issues, chastised the media for what he calls a lack of coverage of their alleged corruption and led chants of "Lock her up!" at rallies. During his initial news conference announcing the decision not to seek criminal charges against Clinton, and in subsequent testimony before Congress, Comey accused Clinton of having acted without the proper regard for maintaining the security of classified ... (more...)
Anger Over Proposed Worboys Release
- Января 06, 2018
Politicians, women's organisations and campaigners expressed disbelief as it emerged on Thursday evening that the notorious rapist John Worboys would be released from prison. A former stripper from Rotherhithe, south-east London, Warboys, 60, used alcohol and drugs to disable his victims before attacking them. The arrangements for Worboys' release will be managed by the Ministry of Justice, which has refused to comment on the matter at time of publication. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Politicians, women's organisations and campaigners expressed disbelief as it emerged on Thursday evening that the notorious rapist John Worboys would be released from prison. A former stripper from Rotherhithe, south-east London, Warboys, 60, used alcohol and drugs to disable his victims before attacking them. The arrangements for Worboys' release will be managed by the Ministry of Justice, which has refused to comment on the matter at time of publication. (more...)
Nine hour wait for children on trolleys
- Января 06, 2018
Damien McCallion, HSE national director with responsibility for the winter initiative, said much had been done to reduce the high number of patients ending up on trolleys this winter. Portlaoise needs the Emergency Department to be expanded due to the huge population growth in the region in recent years. Minister Simon Harris says he's concerned about back to school next week. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Damien McCallion, HSE national director with responsibility for the winter initiative, said much had been done to reduce the high number of patients ending up on trolleys this winter. Portlaoise needs the Emergency Department to be expanded due to the huge population growth in the region in recent years. Minister Simon Harris says he's concerned about back to school next week. (more...)
Singapore Private Sector PMI Slows Sharply In December - Nikkei
- Января 06, 2018
The balance of companies expecting a rise in output levels remained among the weakest recorded since mid-2013, largely thanks to concerns about the prospects for the wider United Kingdom economy. The boost came despite builders having to grapple with escalating costs, as the price of blocks, bricks, insulation and roof tiles all rose last month. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
The balance of companies expecting a rise in output levels remained among the weakest recorded since mid-2013, largely thanks to concerns about the prospects for the wider United Kingdom economy. The boost came despite builders having to grapple with escalating costs, as the price of blocks, bricks, insulation and roof tiles all rose last month. (more...)
Plea conference scheduled for fake teen doctor
- Января 06, 2018
Love-Robinson has also been ordered to pay his victims restitution. On Thursday, however, Love-Robinson, who according to the Sun Sentinel faced up to 90 years in prison, also pleaded guilty to practicing naturopathy without a license and grand theft. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Love-Robinson has also been ordered to pay his victims restitution. On Thursday, however, Love-Robinson, who according to the Sun Sentinel faced up to 90 years in prison, also pleaded guilty to practicing naturopathy without a license and grand theft. (more...)
A Look Into Insider Activity With Henry Schein, Inc. (HSIC)
- Января 06, 2018
The stock decreased 0.33% or $0.24 during the last trading session, reaching $71.9. About 460,842 shares traded. Henry Schein (NASDAQ:HSIC) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, November 6th. The company was downgraded on Tuesday, December 6 by Northcoast. Wolfe Research downgraded Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NASDAQ:HSIC) rating on Friday, October 14. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
The stock decreased 0.33% or $0.24 during the last trading session, reaching $71.9. About 460,842 shares traded. Henry Schein (NASDAQ:HSIC) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, November 6th. The company was downgraded on Tuesday, December 6 by Northcoast. Wolfe Research downgraded Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NASDAQ:HSIC) rating on Friday, October 14. (more...)
Sanctions beginning to have 'big impact' on North Korea
- Января 06, 2018
The Trump administration sees the time for diplomacy shrinking. Sanctions and "other" pressures are beginning to have a big impact on North Korea. Two North Korean figure skaters qualified to compete in the games and even though their country missed an October 30 deadline to confirm that it would send them, the International Olympic Committee has said it wants North Korea to participate and could still allow them to do so if the Koreas manage to work it out. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
The Trump administration sees the time for diplomacy shrinking. Sanctions and "other" pressures are beginning to have a big impact on North Korea. Two North Korean figure skaters qualified to compete in the games and even though their country missed an October 30 deadline to confirm that it would send them, the International Olympic Committee has said it wants North Korea to participate and could still allow them to do so if the Koreas manage to work it out. (more...)
Riley County officer shot while responding to domestic violence call
- Января 06, 2018
The officer's injuries were not believed to be life-threatening. Bergman Elementary School, which is less than a half-mile from the home is on lockout, school officials said. The shooting happened around 12:30 p.m. Friday about 3 miles (4.83 kilometers) northwest of the Kansas State University campus. Additional officers responded to the scene where the barricaded individual was. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
The officer's injuries were not believed to be life-threatening. Bergman Elementary School, which is less than a half-mile from the home is on lockout, school officials said. The shooting happened around 12:30 p.m. Friday about 3 miles (4.83 kilometers) northwest of the Kansas State University campus. Additional officers responded to the scene where the barricaded individual was. (more...)
More than a dozen dead as powerful blizzard batters USA east coast
- Января 06, 2018
Asking all New Yorkers to take precautions. A strong winter storm will move near the Mid-Atlantic coast into early Thursday morning. He had to wait a half hour for a tow truck to pull him out. The storm will then be followed by a wave of bracing cold. Every East Coast state from ME to Georgia has either a winter weather advisory, a winter storm warning or a blizzard warning. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Asking all New Yorkers to take precautions. A strong winter storm will move near the Mid-Atlantic coast into early Thursday morning. He had to wait a half hour for a tow truck to pull him out. The storm will then be followed by a wave of bracing cold. Every East Coast state from ME to Georgia has either a winter weather advisory, a winter storm warning or a blizzard warning. (more...)
Thiem Withdraws From Qatar Open
- Января 06, 2018
He has confirmed his status as one of the game's emerging stars with a series of dominant performances this week and on Thursday he hit 35 winners. Talented shotmaker was thundering with his forehand until he finally clinched the win over the Argentine who had a match point in the 10th game of the deciding set. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
He has confirmed his status as one of the game's emerging stars with a series of dominant performances this week and on Thursday he hit 35 winners. Talented shotmaker was thundering with his forehand until he finally clinched the win over the Argentine who had a match point in the 10th game of the deciding set. (more...)
High-Ranking EU Official Begins Visit to Cuba
- Января 06, 2018
Mogherini noted both sides are aligned in combating climate change and achieving the United Nations sustainable development goals, which call for greater cooperation, as opposed to the increased isolationism of USA foreign policy. She also expressed harsh criticism of the ongoing trade blockade waged against Cuba, and the Trump administration's refusal to diplomatically engage. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Mogherini noted both sides are aligned in combating climate change and achieving the United Nations sustainable development goals, which call for greater cooperation, as opposed to the increased isolationism of USA foreign policy. She also expressed harsh criticism of the ongoing trade blockade waged against Cuba, and the Trump administration's refusal to diplomatically engage. (more...)
Bhima-Koregaon violence accused claims innocence
- Января 06, 2018
Bhide, an octogenarian who heads the Shiv Pratishthan Hindustan outfit, said he was willing to face any kind of inquiry. Violence broke out at Koregaon Bhima , 40km from Pune, where hundreds of thousands of people, majority Dalits, had gathered to mark the anniversary of an 1818 war between the British and Peshwa Bajirao II. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Bhide, an octogenarian who heads the Shiv Pratishthan Hindustan outfit, said he was willing to face any kind of inquiry. Violence broke out at Koregaon Bhima , 40km from Pune, where hundreds of thousands of people, majority Dalits, had gathered to mark the anniversary of an 1818 war between the British and Peshwa Bajirao II. (more...)
Wildlife officials concerned about cold snap's impact on turtles
- Января 06, 2018
Plunging water temperatures can put the reptiles into a stunned state, causing them to stiffen and float as their muscles become too contracted for them to swim easily, officers said. Manatees are another Florida species that may need help when cold weather hits. Manatees will head for former waters like canals, the water around power plants and natural springs. (more...)
- Января 06, 2018
Plunging water temperatures can put the reptiles into a stunned state, causing them to stiffen and float as their muscles become too contracted for them to swim easily, officers said. Manatees are another Florida species that may need help when cold weather hits. Manatees will head for former waters like canals, the water around power plants and natural springs. (more...)
Republican Wins Virginia State House Seat on Drawing of Lots
- Января 05, 2018
They ruled that it was, in fact, a vote for Republican incumbent David Yancey. The drawing will begin with the meeting of the three-member State Board of Elections being called to order before the actual drawing can take place. "All of them have failed". Del. David Yancey was declared the victor of the 94th district on Thursday. If Simonds beats Yancey in the tie-breaking drawing of lots, the chamber will be split 50-50 between Republicans and Democrats. (more...)
- Января 05, 2018
They ruled that it was, in fact, a vote for Republican incumbent David Yancey. The drawing will begin with the meeting of the three-member State Board of Elections being called to order before the actual drawing can take place. "All of them have failed". Del. David Yancey was declared the victor of the 94th district on Thursday. If Simonds beats Yancey in the tie-breaking drawing of lots, the chamber will be split 50-50 between Republicans and Democrats. (more...)
BJP Making Childish Attempt to Tarnish my Image: Jignesh Mevani
- Января 05, 2018
The duo has been booked under section 153A of Indian Penal Code (Promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, etc., and doing acts prejudicial to maintenance of harmony) and IPC sections 505 (Statements conducing to public mischief) and 117 (Abetting commission of offence by the public). (more...)
- Января 05, 2018
The duo has been booked under section 153A of Indian Penal Code (Promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, etc., and doing acts prejudicial to maintenance of harmony) and IPC sections 505 (Statements conducing to public mischief) and 117 (Abetting commission of offence by the public). (more...)
Deadly Storm Eleanor batters Europe
- Января 05, 2018
Ireland's taoiseach Leo Varadkar called a meeting of Ireland's national emergency committee, after the storm left 55,000 homes without power. Winds are expected to ease after gusts of up to 90mph plunged tens of thousands of homes into darkness and disrupted travel. (more...)
- Января 05, 2018
Ireland's taoiseach Leo Varadkar called a meeting of Ireland's national emergency committee, after the storm left 55,000 homes without power. Winds are expected to ease after gusts of up to 90mph plunged tens of thousands of homes into darkness and disrupted travel. (more...)
J&K: 9 people missing as avalanche strikes vehicle in Kupwara
- Января 05, 2018
The spokesman said two people were rescued from the avalanche site, while at least seven others travelling in the cab were still missing. The number of people missing has gone up to nine from the initial figure of six in the evening. "We are trying our level best to rescue the missing even as fresh snowfall has started in the area which is hampering the operation". The missing people were reportedly on their way from Kupwara to Karnah in a Tata Sumo. (more...)
- Января 05, 2018
The spokesman said two people were rescued from the avalanche site, while at least seven others travelling in the cab were still missing. The number of people missing has gone up to nine from the initial figure of six in the evening. "We are trying our level best to rescue the missing even as fresh snowfall has started in the area which is hampering the operation". The missing people were reportedly on their way from Kupwara to Karnah in a Tata Sumo. (more...)
After Trump criticism, China says no illicit oil sales to North Korea
- Января 05, 2018
South Korea's Chosun Ilbo newspaper this week quoted South Korean government sources as saying that US spy satellites had detected Chinese ships transferring oil to North Korean vessels about 30 times since October. "China has always comprehensively and strictly implemented the UN Security Council resolutions and carried out its due global obligations", he said. (more...)
- Января 05, 2018
South Korea's Chosun Ilbo newspaper this week quoted South Korean government sources as saying that US spy satellites had detected Chinese ships transferring oil to North Korean vessels about 30 times since October. "China has always comprehensively and strictly implemented the UN Security Council resolutions and carried out its due global obligations", he said. (more...)
Georgian Court Sentences Saakashvili In Absentia
- Января 05, 2018
Saakashvili left Georgia in 2013, after Giorgi Margvelashvili became the country's president and eventually went to Ukraine, where he served as the governor of the Odessa Region. Ukrainian authorities also claim that protests led by Saakashvili in Ukraine are part of a Russian plot against the government in Kyiv. A court in the Georgian capital, Tbilisi, sentenced Saakashvili on Friday. (more...)
- Января 05, 2018
Saakashvili left Georgia in 2013, after Giorgi Margvelashvili became the country's president and eventually went to Ukraine, where he served as the governor of the Odessa Region. Ukrainian authorities also claim that protests led by Saakashvili in Ukraine are part of a Russian plot against the government in Kyiv. A court in the Georgian capital, Tbilisi, sentenced Saakashvili on Friday. (more...)
Roy Moore Accuser Tina Johnson's House Burns in Suspected Arson
- Января 05, 2018
They also say they have a person of interest in custody, but they add it does not appear to be related to her allegations against Moore . Republican Roy Moore ultimately lost the U.S. Tina Johnson accused Moore of grabbing her in his office in the early '90s. The neighbor didn't know what he was talking about, she said, because flames weren't visible at the time. (more...)
- Января 05, 2018
They also say they have a person of interest in custody, but they add it does not appear to be related to her allegations against Moore . Republican Roy Moore ultimately lost the U.S. Tina Johnson accused Moore of grabbing her in his office in the early '90s. The neighbor didn't know what he was talking about, she said, because flames weren't visible at the time. (more...)