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Christy Clark Resigns as Leader of the BC Liberal Party

July 28, 2017

She wrote that she loves the party and the province "with all my heart", and reiterated that it was an honour to lead both during her time as premier. "She has been a fierce advocate for British Columbia, here at home and around the world", he said. She was a sharp critic of the NDP government and was rewarded with the designation of deputy premier along with the education portfolio when she was named to cabinet after the Liberals first victory in 2001.

Senate GOP's "skinny repeal" bill dies in middle-of-the-night vote

July 28, 2017

The skinny repeal was the last route open for a Republican health care plan , and the latest bill to fail in the Senate this week. President Trump's initial reaction was surprisingly restrained, but then again he's always advocated for letting Obamacare implode (and Americans suffer) to improve the politics surrounding repeal.

5 named to board advising MA pot regulators

July 28, 2017

Charlie Baker signed a bill making revisions to the voter-approved recreational marijuana law. The rewrite doesn't change personal home-growing and possession limits that went into effect in December 2015. The first recreational pot shops are set to open in July 2018. Baker and Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey must also by next week appoint five members each to the board.

Jerusalem holy site crisis must be resolved by Friday: UN envoy

July 28, 2017

They decided "to change the inspection with metal detectors to a security inspection based on advanced technologies and other means", Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said. On Friday, a knife-wielding Palestinian broke into an Israeli home in the West Bank and murdered three Jews in cold blood because of Israel's "attack" on the al-Aqsa Mosque.

Two killed in Israeli embassy shooting in Jordan

July 28, 2017

Violence flared between Israeli security forces and Palestinians who are demanding that Israel remove metal detectors installed outside the site after the attack. Jordanian security forces deployed in the streets around the embassy, an AFP correspondent said. Israeli authorities are not commenting on the incident and have imposed reporting restrictions.

Senado de EE. UU. debatirá sobre la derogación de la ley 'Obamacare'

July 28, 2017

La moción en un inicio resultó en un empate de 50 votos a favor frente a 50 en contra, el cual rompió el vicepresidente Mike Pence , quien se pronunció a favor de iniciar el debate. El presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump les pidió postergar sus vacaciones de verano hasta tanto no logren ese objetivo. "La pregunta para cada senador , republicano o demócrata, es si se van a poner del lado de los arquitectos de Obamacare , que han sido tan dañinos para el país, o con las víctimas de la ...

Couple jumps out of Manhattan building

July 28, 2017

Popular Video This young teenage singer was shocked when Keith Urban invited her on stage at his concert. When he looked up he saw two people falling through the air. "I was scared. I've never seen dead bodies before". A source familiar with the investigation told the New York Post that suicide notes were found on both bodies.

350-pound bear euthanized after jumping on woman

July 28, 2017

She was inside a tent eating dinner when a 350-pound bear pounced on the tent and pushed her to the ground, Colorado Parks and Wildlife said. The woman, who was not identified, was treated by emergency workers, who determined she was not seriously injured.

Iran Claims Successful Launch of Simorgh Satellite-carrying Rocket

July 28, 2017

Iran, in the past, has successfully launched several dummy satellites. Though the flight ultimately wasn't successful, officials told Fox News, Iran's rocket is thought to be a step toward developing an intercontinental ballistic missile that could one day carry a nuclear weapon.

Man allegedly kills wife on cruise for laughing at him

July 28, 2017

A ship security officer handcuffed Manzanares, who was held in a nearby cabin. The acquaintance then stopped Manzanares from trying to drag his wife's body to the balcony. The ship, carrying 3,400 passengers and 1,100 crew members, was scheduled for a scenic tour around the Tracy Arm fjord near Juneau today, but that has been cancelled.

Three hospitalized after plane overturns on Lake Winnebago near EAA AirVenture

July 28, 2017

Photos during the rescue show the plane nearly completely submerged. WLUK reports the plane will stay in the water overnight. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash. The base is used by pilots attending EAA AirVenture . A seaplane hit a wave upon takeoff before it crashed into Lake Winnebago Thursday night, according to a spokesman for the Experimnetal Aircraft Association.

Israel Embassy Shooting in Jordan Deepens Temple Mount Security Crisis

July 28, 2017

A second Jordanian, the landlord of the apartment, was also killed - apparently by accident. Abdullah made his comments following a discussion with senior officials in Jordan's national political council. "A staff member at the Israeli embassy in Amman has shot two of our sons", Abdullah said in a statement. "The way Israel handles the embassy case and the judge's killing and other cases will have a direct impact on the nature of our relationship", he said.

Baby dies in 109-degree mobile home, father arrested

July 28, 2017

The boy was found unresponsive due to the extreme heat, according to police. Rescuers were sent to the mobile home park around 12:30 p.m. and began CPR on the baby. According to detectives, Hendrickson had been previously told by social services not to leave the children in the hot environment of the bedroom. Hendrickson was arrested on Thursday night just before 5:30 p.m.

Qatar fined for breaching rules against political statements

July 28, 2017

FIFA's disciplinary panel imposed a fine of 50,000 Swiss francs ($52,000) and a reprimand on Qatar, which is due to host the 2022 World Cup. At the time, players and fans had showed support for Qatar's Emir, shortly after four countries instituted a blockade against the nation.

Santander Consumer USA Holdings (NYSE:SC) Trading Volume Significantly Lower

July 28, 2017

The stock now has a Market Cap of $4.80B. The stock increased 1.37% or $0.47 during the last trading session, reaching $34.67. Finally, Denali Advisors LLC increased its position in shares of Santander Consumer USA Holdings by 118.0% in the first quarter.

Canada warns against non-essential travel to Venezuela

July 28, 2017

The protests and strikes were part of an opposition strategy to force Maduro from power through early elections. "We will not kneel; we will not fail". Critics say constitutional changes could give Maduro new powers, dissolve state institutions and erode democracy. The court reversed that decision after three days, but the initial move triggered intermittent, deadly protests for months.

Military will no longer allow transgenders

July 28, 2017

The Shallows actress took to Instagram to post a message of support to transgender US troops after President Trump announced his decision on Wednesday (26Jul17). And the president is publicly quarreling with Attorney General Jeff Sessions, his most loyal Cabinet member. But after six months in office, he's in desperate need of political momentum.

Palestinian shot dead trying to stab soldiers in West Bank

July 28, 2017

The forces fired at the attacker. The Israeli army, however, said the Palestinian young man exhausted to stab a number of soldiers at the barrier, adding that the soldiers immediately shot him dead. The Palestine Red Crescent said that one Palestinian was wounded by live fire, two by rubber coated metal bullets and ten from tear gas inhalation during clashes in Bethlehem.

Russian Federation says U.S. sanctions vote hits chance of better ties

July 28, 2017

Russia's Foreign Ministry said the new sanctions law "confirms the extreme aggressiveness of the United States in its foreign affairs". The measure now needs Senate approval and could be sent to Trump before Congress begins its August recess.

On Assignment, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASGN) Price Target Raised to $60.00

July 28, 2017

The day's total volume of 8906236 this morning is in contrast from the three-month daily average of 3013.92K. It has outperformed by 14.44% the S&P500. 26 funds opened positions while 65 raised stakes. After having $0.23 EPS previously, DHT Holdings Inc's analysts see -91.30% EPS growth. (NYSE:ASGN).

Italian cabinet approves Libyan migrant mission

July 28, 2017

The foreign ministry, in a statement carried by pro-GNA news agency LANA, said the Italian government had been asked "to provide logistical and technical support to the Libyan coastguard". "It is certainly not an initiative aimed at hurting Libyan sovereignty", he told reporters. "Given the awful treatment of migrants in Libya, it is hard to imagine how any European government could disembark anyone there, or hand anyone over to Libyan authorities, while also protecting their rights", ...

ICE: Massachusetts court decision 'weakens' law enforcement

July 28, 2017

In response to Monday's decision, Massachusetts Republicans introduced a bill that would would give police the power to arrest and detain people wanted on immigration detainers. Juana Matias and Frank Moran, and Sen. Almost 100 criminal foreign nationals and illegal immigrants were arrested during a recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation that spanned all five boroughs, the agency said Wednesday.

OH firefighters use pocketknife cut off boa constrictor's head to save woman

July 28, 2017

The incident happened Thursday in Sheffield Lake, Ohio, west of Cleveland, WJW reports . Rescuers arrived within minutes and found the woman lying in the bloodied driveway of her home, the snake holding tight just as she described. "You have a boa constrictor stuck to your face?" the dispatcher repeated. The woman had 11 snakes, including nine ball pythons and the boa constrictors.

Wildfire fighting costs hit $154 million

July 28, 2017

The province's firefighting efforts have hit $154 million, according to chief fire information officer Kevin Skrepnek. "We expect wind is going to be a challenge". A massive wildfire which struck the Central Interior of British Columbia early this month, continued to grow forcing local people to flee from their homes, Global News said on Thursday.

Peabody Energy Corporation (NYSE:BTU) Reviewed By Analysts

July 28, 2017

It provides voice in advocating for sustainable mining, energy access and clean coal technologies. The Company is involved in the mining of thermal coal for sale primarily to electric utilities and metallurgical coal for sale to industrial customers.

Vail Resorts, Inc. (MTN) Position Lowered by Comerica Bank

July 28, 2017

Concert Wealth Management Inc. increased its stake in Vail Resorts by 1.1% in the first quarter. Teachers Advisors LLC now owns 175,408 shares of the company's stock valued at $28,295,000 after buying an additional 4,729 shares during the last quarter.

Boston Beer slows bleeding after dire start to 2017

July 28, 2017

The Boston Beer Company, Inc .is a craft brewer in the United States. (The) from a hold rating to a buy rating and set a $148.00 target price on the stock in a research report on Monday, July 17th. Moreover, Presima Inc. has 12.34% invested in the company for 3.33 million shares. Susquehanna Bancshares Inc reiterated a "positive" rating on shares of Boston Beer Company, Inc.

Plainfield residents arrested after murder for hire investigation

July 28, 2017

Two people are facing charges after a murder-for-hire investigation in Plainfield. The two are scheduled to be arraigned in Claremont District Court at 11 a.m. A possible phone number for Chase was out of service. The arrests grew out of an investigation involving Plainfield police, the New Hampshire Attorney General's Office Drug Task Force, New Hampshire State Police, and Hathaway's office.

Twins' mom dies days after their birth and their dad slain

July 28, 2017

According to Caceres' family, she developed an infection from the C-section and was admitted to the hospital's intensive care unit. Around 50 of Caceres' friends and family gathered at the beach in Lake Worth on Thursday evening to light candles in the shape of a heart and her initials.

One dead and several injured by knifeman in busy Hamburg supermarket

July 28, 2017

The suspect was detained following the attack police are warning the public to stay clear of the area where the attack took place. Witnesses followed him and raised the alarm at about 3.10pm before police swooped to make an arrest. The police said they did not yet know the reason behind the attack or have any more precise information on the number of people injured. This is a developing story .

Q2 net loss widens to 0.17 dollar per share — Columbia Sportswear

July 28, 2017

On November 1 analysts at Wedbush began coverage of COLM with an initial rating of "Outperform". The biggest institutional shareholders in Columbia Sportswear Company include Atlanta Capital Management Company, LLC which owns 4 million shares in the company valued at $228.36 million.

Escaped La. inmate killed after standoff

July 28, 2017

Authorities say the inmate, identified as 39-year-old Deltra Henderson, escaped from a state prison, stole a vehicle that later was found wrecked, killed an Assistant Warden's step-daughter he had taken as a hostage was then himself shot dead by law officers after firing at them during a standoff.

Security Guard Steals $100K First Day On The Job

July 28, 2017

The company's security officers were able to recover about $86,000 from a vehicle parked in Elizabeth, where Brooks lives, before the company contacted police. Brooks, of Elizabeth, N.J., was arrested and charged with second-degree theft. He was released on his own recognizance and the matter will be forwarded to the Essex County Prosecutor's Office for prosecution.

TN SSLC Supplementary Results 2017 Released @ tnresults.nic.in Check Results Here

July 28, 2017

Tamil Nadu SSLC supplementary results are expected to be announced today. Students who failed to clear the subjects in the main examinations had appeared in the TN SSLC Supplementary examination. The homepage will be displayed. Click on Tamil Nadu SSLC Supplementary Results 2017 . Candidates can still consider saving a copy of the same till official mark statements and pass certificates are issued by the Board in support of the result.

The Buckeye Partners LP (NYSE:BPL) Upgraded at BidaskClub

July 28, 2017

The stock decreased 0.02% or $0.01 on July 27, reaching $63.59. About 730,782 shares traded or 71.36% up from the average. It is down 5.99% since July 27, 2016 and is downtrending. had a net margin of 15.36% and a return on equity of 12.03%. The stock of Buckeye Partners, L.P. (NYSE:BPL) earned "Buy" rating by Stifel Nicolaus on Wednesday, March 2.

Lok Sabha takes up Companies (Amendment) Bill

July 28, 2017

Moreover, this bill facilitates greater flexibility in incorporation of companies, simplifies procedure for raising capital and allows independent directors to have financial interest up to 10 per cent in companies. Similarly, the act limits the number of layers of subsidiaries a company can have. Provisions relating to forward dealing and insider trading from the Act have also been omitted, since they only apply to listed entities which are already covered under regulations promulgated by ...

Scaramucci, Priebus have had strained relationship

July 28, 2017

Ryan Lizza of the New Yorker then tweeted that he could confirm Scaramucci wanted the FBI to investigate Preibus for leaking. "They both agree that the leaks are a problem", Ferguson insisted. Scaramucci declared. "I don't like the activity going on in the White House". It all appears to signal what could be a new and even less stable phase in Trump's young presidency, with considerable energy devoted to palace intrigue and internal power struggles.

Trump Jr. adds DC attorney to his legal team

July 28, 2017

Republican Senator Susan Collins said President Donald Trump should "step back" and "not comment" on special counsel Robert Mueller while he oversees the federal investigation into possible collusion between the Trump campaign and Russian Federation.

White House dodges queries about chief of staff

July 28, 2017

He also told Lizza: "I fired one guy the other day. I'm a straight shooter and I'll go right to the heart of the matter". Speaking to Fox News, one White House official expressed concern. "It's like pornography, you know it when you see it", Graham said of what would be a sufficient pledge. "That will be up to the President". After Politico published a story about how the he continues to profit from the sale of his hedge fund SkyBridge Capital, Scaramucci slammed the leak of his Office ...

Police; One-armed machete-wielding drunk clown arrrested

July 28, 2017

He duct taped the machete to his amputated arm. Anxious residents began calling 911 at around 18:00 local time (22:00 GMT) on Tuesday. Berry told officers he was trying to play a prank and copied previous creepy clown sightings, according to Trooper Schmidt.

Statewide Amber Alert issued for Cleveland, TN girl

July 28, 2017

When the family returned home she told her mother she had left her house keys at the soccer field. Further details on the circumstances surrounding her disappearance were not immediately available. The child was reportedly carrying a black jump rope. Anyone with information on whereabouts of Medina should call the Cleveland, TN Police Department or Tennessee Bureau of Investigation at 1-800-TBI-FIND.

Putin Vows to Retaliate After US Senate Sanctions Vote

July 28, 2017

The US Senate voted almost unanimously on Thursday to slap new sanctions on Russia despite President Donald Trump's objections to the legislation , which has angered Russian President Vladimir Putin who threatened to retaliate. The bill includes sanctions against the Islamic Republic and the IRGC for allegedly supporting terrorism, an accusation Tehran vehemently denies.

Seattle Genetics, Inc. Setting The Table For Earnings

July 28, 2017

The average volume stands around 1.55 million shares. Seattle Genetics, Inc . (NASDAQ: SGEN ) has risen 75.68% since July 24, 2016 and is uptrending. Earnest Llc owns 35 shares for 0% of their portfolio. Since February 6, 2017, it had 0 insider purchases, and 7 selling transactions for $5.61 million activity.

Nisar seeks explanation for being excluded from PML-N meetings

July 28, 2017

Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan said on Thursday that he will, however, stay on in his post until the Supreme Court announces its decision following a tribunal-appointed probe into corruption allegations against Sharif's family. He had spoken openly in the last cabinet meeting and had also objected to the flattering tone of some of cabinet colleagues for the prime minister.

Opals qualify for basketball World Cup

July 28, 2017

The top four teams at the Asia Cup gain automatic qualification for the World Cup in Spain next September. Mansfield's behind-the-back pass to Griffin was the highlight of the third term although the Koreans cut back the lead to 14 points midway through the quarter.

Ex-priest convicted of raping boy is released from MA prison

July 28, 2017

It shows a balding and now bearded Shanley and lists the 86-year-old as a high-risk Level 3 sex offender who's incarcerated, but that status is about to change. Sexual abuse victims say they're concerned that Shanley will not have enough supervision after he's released. He isn't required to wear an electronic monitoring device.

AXIS Capital sees Q2 income decline

July 28, 2017

Therefore 18% are positive. Teachers Advisors LLC raised its position in Axis Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE:AXS) by 2.1% during the first quarter, Holdings Channel reports. Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale accumulated 36,390 shares or 0.03% of the stock. Blair William & Il stated it has 49,777 shares or 0.02% of all its holdings.

Heavy rain continues through Friday, clearing up this weekend

July 28, 2017

It will be a hot one today! Be careful in the heat today! Showers and storms will be likely throughout the day. There is a chance the rain may develop in the late morning. These storms which will initially be slow-movers, will gradually track through most of Mid-Missouri. While not as numerous as Fridy, additional showers are possible, especially during the first half of the day.

Firefighter hurt in extra-alarm fire, explosion at factory in Irving Park

July 28, 2017

William Vogt, assistant deputy fire commissioner for the Chicago Fire Department, said flames were shooting through the roof at what is being called a "metal plating company". Firefighters experienced problems with fire hydrants and had to bring hoses through a house next door. WGN-TV has reported that one firefighter suffered a back injury and was taken to Swedish Covenant Hospital.

Uzbekistan says ex-president Islam Karimov's daughter in custody

July 28, 2017

The announcement is the first official word on the whereabouts of Karimova, 45, who disappeared from public view in 2014 after apparently falling out with her father, a strongman who had run the Central Asian nation for 27 years. "She has been taken into custody", the report said. A second is ongoing. Among the long list of allegations against Karimova are that she fraudulently acquired assets worth Dollars 595 million and received USD 869.3 million in kickbacks that were paid into offshore ...

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