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BJP observes liberation day, TRS calls it politics

September 18, 2017

While the liberation day is celebrated officially in Maharashtra and Karnataka, even after the bifurcation the TRS government failed to recognize this day, because of vote-bank politics as it might anger AIMIM. The Telangana BJP met Governor ESL Narasimhan and asked him to advise the government to celebrate the day. The state BJP leaders, under the auspices of their president Dr K Laxman, had been touring all parts of the state sensitising the people on the issue and convey the message that ...

Iran to react any U.S. "wrong" move on JCPOA

September 18, 2017

The criticisms were lobbed at a critical moment for the Iran deal , which eased economic sanctions in return for Iran agreeing to restrictions on its nuclear program. President Hassan Rouhani said last month Iran could within days return its nuclear work to a level much more advanced than the beginning of nuclear talks in 2013, if the United States keeps expanding anti-Iran sanctions.

I'm Glad Boris Has Reintroduced A Pure Brexit Voice To The Cabinet

September 18, 2017

Damian Green , a close ally of the prime minister, told Radio 5live's Pienaar's Politics , that the timing of Mr Johnson's article "could have been better for all sorts of reasons not least the awful terrorist incident we've had". The timing of Johnson's article - published a day after a bomb injured 30 people on a train in London - also drew criticism from some colleagues. The book, "Betting the House: the Inside Story of the 2017 Election", chronicles the history of difficulties between ...

Florida Governor Imposes New Rules After Nursing Home Deaths

September 18, 2017

After losing its full air conditioning on Sunday, the facility placed eight portable air coolers throughout the building and fans in the halls, state officials said in an emergency order late on Wednesday. Power to a few homes was held up because homeowners first needed to do electrical repairs to their home, Fletcher said. Officers are checking all of the other 42 assisted living facilities in Hollywood as a precaution, officials said.

Ryan International School reopens for first time since student's murder

September 18, 2017

Fear was palpable among students and their parents as they came out in large numbers to drop their children off at the school. The school had been mired in controversy since the murder as reports have found that there were serious lapses in the security of the students.

Ibrahim Brothers Extradited To Sydney From Dubai

September 18, 2017

The two Ibrahims landed in Sydney on Sunday night under heavy police guard, before being taken to the Sydney Police Centre where they were charged in relation to their alleged involvement in worldwide criminal syndicates. Fadi Ibrahim, 43, is alleged to have played a role In helping secure the funding and importation of illegal tobacco. AFP Assistant Commissioner Neil Gaughan said the extraditions demonstrated the reach of Australian law authorities around the world.

Second Suspect Arrested in London, Terror Threat Lowers to Severe

September 18, 2017

Police said they are searching a residential address in Stanwell, Surrey, in conjunction with this arrest . At " critical " level soldiers and armed police are deployed to secure strategic sites and hunt down the perpetrators of an imminent attack.

Iranian leader warned Washington against any 'wrong move' on nuclear deal

September 18, 2017

The Trump administration on Thursday extended sanctions relief to Iran , avoiding imminent action that could implode the landmark 2015 nuclear deal, even as President Trump and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson accused Tehran of not respecting the entire agreement.

United Kingdom lowers official terrorist threat level after second arrest

September 18, 2017

However, the classification means they think an attack is still highly likely. On Saturday an 18-year-old man was arrested in connection with the bombing on suspicion of a terror offence. The BBC's home affairs correspondent Dominic Casciani, who was at the scene, said a large number of officers have been working inside the property and a forensics tent is in place in the back garden.

Nine million people without power as Irma death toll climbs

September 18, 2017

The Florida Health Care Association , a nursing-home industry group, said Wednesday morning that about 150 of almost 700 nursing facilities in the state do not have electricity fully restored. Trump also said they are "way ahead of schedule" in restoring power back to parts of Florida. "We're working very hard on that, and we have a lot of goods out there, a lot of water, food, a lot of everything", the president said.

Qatar announces surprise deal to buy 24 Typhoons from the UK

September 18, 2017

It marks Qatar's first big defense contract with the United Kingdom, and will keep the nation's Typhoon project viable until at least 2019, the Telegraph reports. The list of demands include closing a Turkish military base, scaling down ties with Iran, shutting down Al Jazeera network, cutting ties with Muslim Brotherhood and other groups such ISIS, Hezbollah, and al-Qaeda, and stop granting citizenship to wanted people from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt and Bahrain, among others.

Customs looks to amend laws to tax foreign digital service providers

September 18, 2017

Speaking to reporters at the GST Conference 2017 today, he said foreign companies based outside of Malaysia providing services in Malaysia are now not taxed, unlike local service providers who have to register for GST. Subromaniam stressed that the amended GST law would have implications for the business-to-consumer (B2C) segment of the digital economy, and not those in business-to-business.

Qld rejects plans for Year 1 student to face new tests

September 18, 2017

The test, which was recommended by a government-appointed panel on Monday, would consist of a one-on-one interview with a teacher in an "informal" assessment. The numeracy test should also be an oral test because, in year 1, "you don't want an assessment to depend on a child's writing skills", Dr Buckingham said.

Man arrested after woman found dead inside home on Sydney's Northern Beaches

September 18, 2017

Officers said the woman, believed to be aged between 45 and 55, was found in a home on Marine Parade at Avalon Beach. Her son, who was living in the garage, is believed to have been arrested at nearby Ruskin Rowe this morning. Ms Ward told Daily Telegraph: "My heart goes out to the family and all involved in this tragedy". Gemma Ward arrives ahead of a YSL beauty launch at Sydney Town Hall on April 14, 2016 in Sydney, Australia.

North Korea releases photos it claims are of latest missile test

September 18, 2017

And Trump tweets that he's asked Moon about "Rocket Man" - an apparent reference to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (kim jawng oon). "I also want to say to you that I have long felt the United Nations is an underperformer but has tremendous potential".

Man dies inside haunted house ride at Hong Kong theme park

September 18, 2017

Visitors are supposed to get inside a coffin-turned-slide, local media said, and slip through into the haunted house where they would experience what the park's website described as "a rocky maze filled with terrible ghouls". The department believes the incident was not due to mechanical failure. Cheng was in the group of visitors who were given the opportunity to try out the rides before the official opening of the festival, scheduled for October 5.

United States options on North Korea 'effective and overwhelming': Donald Trump

September 18, 2017

Mr Trump's appearance at the United Nations - highlighted by an address tomorrow before the world body - is his biggest moment on the world stage since taking office. In New York , Trump will hold a series of individual and small-group meetings with leaders from the Mideast, Latin America, Africa and Europe. We have your back! "It's incorrect that criticism of the United Nations, especially its management flaws and lack of accountability, will play into the hands of China".

Haley: Trump's fire, fury comment 'not an empty threat'

September 18, 2017

Trump is making his first appearance at the U.N. General Assembly, his biggest moment on the world stage since January's inauguration. "The world is still trying to take the measure of this president", said Mr Jon Alterman, senior vice-president of the Centre for Strategic and International Studies.

Power outage causing extensive delays on these subway lines

September 18, 2017

Subway service between Brooklyn and downtown Manhattan ground to a halt on Sunday after a transformer near Jay Street briefly failed, according to the power company. Cuomo and MTA Chairman Joe Lhota have demanded Mayor de Blasio cover half the cost, but Hizzoner says the subway system is the state's responsibility.

Tillerson: If 'Peaceful Pressure' on NKorea Fails, Military Last Option

September 18, 2017

McMaster stressed that a sense of urgency is key whether through sanctions, diplomacy or even military options. "In a statement issued after the North's latest missile launch on Friday, Tillerson urged China and Russian Federation to indicate their intolerance for the North's weapons program by taking "direct actions" of their own against Pyongyang".

WVU wants defense to improve vs. Delaware State

September 18, 2017

The Mountaineers would go 25 yards in just over a minute (1:02) in 5 plays and Justin Crawford would punched it in from 3 yards out to put the Mountaineers up 17-7. But the Hornets would score a quick touchdown of their own on an 81-yard touchdown pass on a coverage bust that would give Delaware State its second offensive score of the year and knot the game at 7-7 at the 12:20 mark of the first quarter.

Riding out Hurricane Irma in Key West, Florida

September 18, 2017

Officials warn living conditions will be primitive for at least the next few weeks or more. Ramsay said he will "saturate" areas like Big Pine, Cudjoe, Little Torch and Ramrod Keys to prevent looting. on the other hand, I can't imagine what it's going to be like with thousands of more people taxing what resources we have here. Marathon was also badly hit by the storm.

United Kingdom police recover number of items after arresting 18-year-old man

September 18, 2017

The port was subsequently evacuated and police last night revealed "a number of items" had been recovered . At the time, the Home Secretary Amber Rudd described the arrest of the man in connection with Friday morning's attack as very significant, but added the operation is ongoing.

Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc (DPS) Position Raised by BlackRock Inc

September 18, 2017

Amphenol now has $24.95 billion valuation. The stock increased 0.14% or $0.01 during the last trading session, reaching $7.11. About 619,427 shares traded or 29.11% up from the average. Therefore 0 are positive. Robert W. Baird maintained the shares of RECN in report on Friday, August 25 with "Hold" rating. The stock's market capitalization is 16.76B.

Trump's Supporters, Protesters Hold Rival Rallies in Washington, DC

September 18, 2017

Also near the National Mall, a crowd marked by the red "Make America Great Again" caps ubiquitous among supporters of President Trump will rally in favor of the administration's policy agenda. Organizers, on the event's website , appealed for people to "help send a message to Congress, the media & the world" that "we stand united to defend American culture & values".

Jockey Velazquez earns record fifth Ricoh Woodbine Mile victory

September 18, 2017

World Approval , a six-year-old son of Northern Afleet, had been to Woodbine before, finishing third in last year's Northern Dancer Turf before ending eighth in the Canadian International. Mondialiste, victor of the 2015 Woodbine Mile , came up for fourth. "I wasn't sure who the speed would be", added Velazquez. With career stats of 23: 10-2-4 and earnings of $1,887,363, World Approval has stepped up to lead the American turf horses against some of Europe's best milers in the ...

Iran says it won't be 'bullied' by United States over nuclear deal

September 18, 2017

In comments to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump repeated his campaign pronouncement that the deal is bad and again said he believes Iran is violating its terms and spirit. The president is seeking to take a more aggressive approach, according to administration officials. He may have also been reacting to later news regarding an upcoming meeting between Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu on a plan to demand that Iran amend the deal to allow inspection of its centrifuges.

Israel Will Fix Adoption Law To Give Same-Sex Couples Equal Rights

September 18, 2017

High Court Justice Esther Hayut deemed the June 2018 deadline for passing such legislation to be reasonable, and noted that "if things don't progress at the proper pace, it's always possible to return and monitor [matters]". At the end of the hearing, Udi Ledergor, head of the Association of Israeli Gay Fathers, said, "We leave the High Court with our heads held high. If the state does not meet its obligation, we will resubmit the petition".

Almost 1.9 million still without power in US Southeast after Irma

September 18, 2017

Rob Gould, the utility company's chief communications officer, said they did not expect to have the power fully back on in Miami-Dade specifically until Tuesday. Nursing homes, shelters, major thoroughfares are priorities. Restoration teams continue to face challenges including downed trees, blocked roads and bridges that had be inspected by the state following flooding.

6 civilians killed Afghanistan bombings

September 18, 2017

Khairat said the explosion was caused by a "remote-controlled bomb". Sarhadi Zwak, a spokesman for the provincial governor, said two others were wounded in that attack. Afghan security forces have been struggling to beat back a resurgent Taliban since US-led North Atlantic Treaty Organisation forces ended their combat mission in 2014.

Will Rangers bounce back at Angels? MLB Predictions 9/16/17

September 18, 2017

Beltre suffered a Grade 2 strain of his left hamstring on August 31, an injury that typically requires a recovery time of 4-6 weeks. However, he returned as a pinch hitter on Wednesday and assumed full-time designated hitter duties on Thursday.

Vince Cable says he is 'plausible' candidate for Prime Minister

September 18, 2017

Sir Vince - who will be 79 by the 2022 General Election - said British politics was going through a "remarkable state of flux" and voters would turn to the Lib Dems because the Tories were in "open civil war" and Labour was going through a "suppressed civil war".

'Pure speculation': British Home Sec dismisses Trump's Parsons Green tweets

September 18, 2017

Rudd cautioned that the investigation was ongoing. Hours after the arrest, armed police carried out an operation at a residential address in Surrey, south west of London , in connection to the attack probe. The property is registered to an elderly foster couple who had been honoured for their work with child refugees. Kent Police detained the man in the port area of Dover .

Funeral procession of MIAF Arjan Singh begins

September 18, 2017

Flags were at half-mast at all government buildings in New Delhi . The Prime Minister, on his return from Gujarat, visited the war hero's resident and laid a wreath. Former Indian Air Force (IAF) chiefs SP Tyagi, NC Suri and Anil Y Tipnis as well as several decorated officers who served under Arjan Singh during the 1965 war were also present.

Trump, Moon to increase pressure on N.Korea: White House

September 18, 2017

Trump for lunch, where North Korean nuclear weapon and long-range missile programs will be the main topic. During the council meeting, countries will address ways to stem missile and nuclear technology to "the world's most risky actors", the note said.

Senate Intel Committee to Interview Trump Attorney Cohen

September 18, 2017

Feinstein said there's no indication that the digital data operation effort during the election campaign, partially spearheaded by Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser, had any role in the Facebook ads. At the time, Trump Jr. said in a prepared statement that he set up the meeting because he was interested in potentially damaging information about his father's Democratic rival, Hillary Clinton.

Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG) Upgraded to "Outperform" at Sanford C. Bernstein

September 18, 2017

Zacks Investment Research upgraded shares of Citizens Financial Group from a hold rating to a buy rating and set a $40.00 price objective on the stock in a report on Tuesday, July 4th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have issued a hold rating and seven have given a buy rating to the company.

Candace Parker's game-winner sends Sparks to WNBA Finals again

September 18, 2017

When Sunday's game was in doubt, Minnesota turned to Sylvia Fowles , the WNBA's newly minted MVP, to step up at exactly the time the Mystics' defense faltered. The Mystics season was saddled with injuries and lineup changes. Washington made 14 of 15 free throw attempts, but only shot 38.8 percent from the field.

Cincinnati Zoo welcomes new gorilla to exhibit

September 18, 2017

The gorilla will first make himself at home in the outdoor habitat before being introduced to females Chewie, 21, and Mara, 22. Officials say Cincinnati zoo staffers spent time in Louisville learning about Mshindi's personality by studying his body presentations during learned behaviors and health exams to help ensure a smooth transition to his new home.

Trump 'amnesty' for immigrants infuriates base

September 18, 2017

But when Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) was caught on a hot mic - live on C-SPAN - talking about Donald Trump , he seemed to be delighted about his current relationship with his longtime acquaintance, the president. "We have to have an understanding that, whether it's in the budget or some other vehicle, in a very short period of time the wall will be funded". Well, the president seems confident it will all work out in the end, but there's no reason to be optimistic.

Fierce western Romania windstorm kills five, injures at least 30

September 18, 2017

With gusts that reached almost 100 kilometres (60 miles) an hour, the storm pounded the area around the western city of Timisoara before heading north toward Ukraine. The storm, bearing winds of 100 kilometers an hour, also caused property destruction in neighboring Serbia, and in Croatia. Mihai Grecu, head of the emergency department at Timis County Hospital, told national news agency Agerpres that 30 people were receiving treatment for injuries from flying objects.

Ultra-Orthodox protesters arrested in violent clash in Jerusalem

September 18, 2017

On Sunday, the protest turned violent when hundreds of ultra-Orthodox Jews took to the streets of the Mea She'arim neighborhood of Jerusalem to protest the draft and speak out against the arrest of a rabbi's son who reportedly did not appear for a draft summons.

Second man arrested in over London tube bombing

September 18, 2017

Britain's terror threat was raised on Friday to "critical", indicating that another attack is feared, and soldiers have been deployed to guard key sites, including nuclear facilities. A wide manhunt was then launched within the southwestern London suburb of Sunbury, according to the Associated Press. The first search, linked to the first subject, started in Sunbury Saturday afternoon at a house that belongs to an elderly couple who have for years taken in foster children, including refugees ...

Six Goans feared washed away in Karwar, two bodies found

September 18, 2017

Those swimming under the falls were caught off-guard, and their efforts to escape the rising waters went in vain. Uttar Kannada superintendent of police Vinayak V Patil said that bodies of two people have been recovered and the deceased have been identified as Priscilla (21) and Fiana (25).

Nonprofit Offers DACA Recipients Microloans For Status Renewals

September 18, 2017

And, you know, I'm not somebody who's willing to trade the futures of these 800,000 people for a wall across the United States of America. "We would give the Congress and the president the opportunity to work through some of the difficulties".

Manish Tewari uses offensive language for 'bhakts'; BJP slams Congress leader

September 18, 2017

The senior Congress leader after being criticized on Twitter showed his will to apologise for the tweet but on conditional basis. "Mr Tewari's tweet today was in reply to a Twitter user who had called out the former minister after he posted a video of an alleged gaffe by PM Modi during his Russian Federation visit".

Iran, Pakistan call for facilities to help Rohingya Muslims

September 18, 2017

The refugees began pouring from Myanmar's Rakhine state after a Rohingya insurgent group launched attacks on security posts August 25, prompting Myanmar's military to launch "clearance operations" to root out the rebels. "Measles is a very infectious and risky disease during emergencies, especially for children who are already weak and malnourished", added Edouard Beigbeder, the head of UNICEF in Bangladesh.

Abbasi says Pakistan replied to Trump's speech through national security body

September 18, 2017

Talking to media persons in London on Sunday, he said government and the NSC are on the same page regarding United States policy. He said that conspiracies are hatched all along a tenure of a government and there was nothing different in present times.

BNP wants army for 'proper distribution' of relief in Rohingya refugee camps

September 18, 2017

Cavosuglu said that Turkey had sent aid to Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, and an official visit by Turkey's First Lady Emine Erdogan, to one such camp, had created awareness about their plight internationally. "Beneath the hardship and suffering faced by the Rohingyas who've arrived in Bangladesh, there is a child protection crisis on our doorstep". Many of the Muslims have lost their lives while tens of thousands have been displaced as a result of attacks by Buddhists.

US, South Korea agree on stronger sanctions against North Korea

September 18, 2017

Trump asked Moon "how Rocket Man is doing" - as the USA president put it in a Sunday morning tweet - and took note of the "long gas lines forming in North Korea", presumably as a result of the stricter sanctions recently implemented. "The two leaders agreed to work closely and to put stronger and more effective sanctions and pressure on North Korea in cooperation with the global community", South Korea's presidential spokesman Park Soo-hyun said.

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