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Strong afterschock hits Mexico City

September 24, 2017

At the site of an office building that collapsed Tuesday and where an around-the-clock search for survivors was still ongoing, rescuers briefly evacuated from atop the pile of rubble after the morning quake. Schools closed indefinitely, and millions initially were without power. Rescue operations have been taking place for five days, with many still feared trapped underneath rubble.

Two 'seismic events' recorded in North Korea unlikely to be explosions

September 24, 2017

Seismic activity was detected Saturday near the site of North Korea's Punggye-ri nuclear site, but it is not known whether a nuclear test caused the development. North Korea said its recent nuclear test was a detonation of a thermonuclear weapon built for its developmental intercontinental ballistic missiles.

China Moves To Limit Fuel, Textile Trade With North Korea

September 24, 2017

The site of the tremor is close to where the regime on 3 September claimed to have detonated a thermonuclear weapon, in its sixth and most powerful nuclear test to date. In a statement posted to its website late Friday night, the ministry reiterated the terms of the latest resolution, writing that United Nations member states would not export more than 500,000 barrels of refined petroleum products to the North in the final three months of 2017, and 2 million annually starting next year.

Rouhani at United Nations defends Iran nuclear deal against 'rogue newcomers'

September 24, 2017

Retaliating to the remarks of Trump, Iran's President Hassan Rouhani, during the military parade today, said, "No one can take away the right of Iran to defend itself". Trump then took on the Iranian government, saying it was "a corrupt dictatorship behind the false guise of a democracy". Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu also slammed Iran in his speech to the U.N.

Trump Slaps New Sanctions on North Korea

September 24, 2017

All six of North Korea's nuclear tests thus far, dating to 2006, have been conducted in underground tunnels. North Korea conducted a series of provocative launches in recent months, including a pair of intercontinental missiles believed capable of striking the continental United States and another pair that soared over Japanese territory.

OR vs. Arizona State 9/23/17

September 24, 2017

The over/under total for the game is listed at 75.5 points. The Ducks are now ranked 2 in the Pac-12 North rankings but they'll need to keep blowing out their competition if they are to compete with Cal and Washington State. The leading rusher is Kalen Ballage , who has 179 yards and four touchdowns. The Ducks have beaten Southern Utah, Nebraska and Wyoming while going 2-1 against the spread.

Kenya court tells why it voided vote

September 24, 2017

On Tuesday, Kenyatta said the election "must be done within 60 days" in accordance with the constitution, adding that it should be conducted by Kenya's Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission ( IEBC ). The Supreme Court was departing from its 2013 decision in which it had established that the burden of proof in an election petition lies with the petitioner.

Several people sprayed with 'noxious substance' at London shopping center

September 24, 2017

Multiple emergency service vehicles are outside the station and horrified commuters can be seen fleeing from the scene, in the footage. Too scared to leave the station I think if I heard right. A Met spokesman said that "a number of people have been reported injured at different locations" in the vicinity of the shopping centre, and that the attack was not being treated as terror related.

China imposes limit on oil supply to North Korea

September 24, 2017

Analysts examining satellite images of North Korea's mountainous test site after the latest nuclear test said they spotted landslides and surface disturbances that were more numerous and widespread than what was seen from any of the five previous tests.

China urges restraint after N. Korea threatens H-bomb test

September 24, 2017

Kim Jong-un, North Korean leader, says he will make " mentally deranged " President Donald Trump pay dearly for threatening to totally destroy the east Asian country. Reuters reported earlier in the day that China's central bank had ordered financial institutions to implement United Nations sanctions rigorously after frequent complaints from Washington that Beijing was leaving open too many loopholes.

Clock ticks down on Mexico quake rescue

September 24, 2017

Tuesday's quake turned dozens of buildings in central Mexico into dust and debris, killing at least 250 people , Mexico City Mayor Miguel Angel Mancera told Foro TV. Numerous buildings distorted into mounds of rubble and they were badly damaged in the populated parts of the Mexico City and also nearby states. "For me, it's an honor to handle her on these missions", he said.

SEC officials screw Texas A&M on bad call

September 24, 2017

It was an incredible play and a great way for overtime to end with the Aggies' 50-43 win. Cornelius had three catches for 35 yards, including hauling in a 6-yard touchdown pass from Austin Allen to start the scoring in the first quarter. A&M failed on the two-point conversion, but led 33-28. It lasted only 11 seconds as Kirk had the first kickoff return for a touchdown in his career.

Tech wins 27-24 against Houston

September 24, 2017

Shimonek finds KeKe Coutee for 77-yards and a 20-10 lead. Defensively, junior linebacker Dakota Allen led the team with 12 total tackles and had one interception in the game. Vasher. Texas Tech adds a fifth turnover in the final minutes. Michael Ewton came in for another field goal and missed again, the second time in the game.

UC Berkeley says 'Free Speech Week' event canceled

September 24, 2017

Yiannopoulos is expected to address the issue at a press conference in San Francisco Saturday afternoon. Though it seemed yesterday that Milo Yiannopoulos was nearly certainly planning to pull out of his imagined three-ring circus of alt-right speech-making called Free Speech Week , he continues to insist in a Facebook Live press conference that he will come to UC Berkeley on Sunday at noon, along with a couple of his other planned speakers, including anti-Muslim activist Pamela Gellar ...

Trump says decision made on Iran deal, won't say what it is

September 24, 2017

I'll let you know what the decision is", he said . The Obama administration said the deal would ensure long-term scrutiny of Iran to deter it from developing a bomb, a view echoed by Macron on Tuesday as he noted its monitoring by the International Atomic Energy Agency ( IAEA ) U.N.

China welcomes Myanmars efforts to alleviate situation in Rakhine

September 24, 2017

The remaining elements of THAAD were transported on Sept 7 to a site in the ROK's southeast, Xinhua reported. Russian Federation supports China's proposal for a "dual track" or "suspension-for-suspension" approach to solving tensions. The worldwide community should turn the pressure of sanctions into a thrust for negotiations at a proper time, create conditions for talks and seize opportunities for dialogue, Wang said.

Clemson vs. Boston College live stream

September 24, 2017

Dexter Lawrence (DT): The sophomore tackle had three tackles in 40 plays in last year's game at Boston College as a true freshman. But even while it should cruise to its fourth consecutive win to open the season, Clemson still has to suit up and play.

8 injured in early morning fire at St. Paul apartment complex

September 24, 2017

One person also jumped from the building's third floor. Before firefighters arrived, residents had put out most of the fire by using a garden hose. He was taken to the hospital to be evaluated for trauma, and others were treated for smoke inhalation and minor burns.

Iran slams Donald Trump's 'ignorant hate speech' at UN

September 24, 2017

However, President Trump's Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Tehran may be in "technical compliance" of the deal, but is violating its "expectations". Zarif, who had a friendly, collegial relationship with former Secretary of State John Kerry while they negotiated the nuclear deal, was quick to denounce Trump's speech.

Affordable Care Act premiums to rise 31% in SC for 2018

September 24, 2017

Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn, and Patty Murray, D-Wash., have been working on a package of improvements to the current health care law which would have the potential to do just that. Approximately 20 million people gained health coverage through the ACA, but 30 million remain uninsured. "Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies are committed to ensuring that all Americans have access to health insurance coverage and the peace of mind that comes with it", the group said in a statement .

South Korea says natural North Korea quake detected

September 24, 2017

Later, the China Earthquake Administration revised its estimation, saying the quake was not a nuclear detonation. "Seismic waves from a natural quake have a distinct pattern", the official said. Trump has spent the last week calling Kim Jong un "rocket man", which infuriated North Korea. During a campaign rally for Alabama Sen. Kim said Trump's remarks "have convinced me, rather than frightening or stopping me, that the path I chose is correct and that it is the one I have to follow to ...

Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE:SEE) Given Hold Rating at Jefferies Group LLC

September 23, 2017

Corporate insiders own 1.05% of the company's stock. Janus Capital Management LLC boosted its position in Sealed Air Corp by 24.5% in the fourth quarter. Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE:SEE) appreciated by 1.36% at $42.44, after hitting low of $42.18 in an intra-day trade. The company had a trading volume of 643,615 shares.

Governor Cuomo to visit Puerto Rico to help with hurricane recovery efforts

September 23, 2017

Gov. Cuomo boarded a plane to Puerto Rico Friday morning with a raft of aid workers on a mission to assess the damage wreaked by Hurricane Maria and help the devastated island. "Puerto Rico has endured an horrific ordeal and we are lucky to have a friend like Governor Cuomo and New York State who we share a close bond and deep history with".

Towns Evacuated as Dam Fails in Puerto Rico After Maria

September 23, 2017

Two northwestern municipalities in Puerto Rico, home to some 70,000 people , are being evacuated "as quickly as they can" because a crack has been found in the dam, the national weather service said . Operators of the Guajataca Dam said it failed at 2:10 p.m. ET, prompting the NWS to issue a flash flood emergency warning for Isabela and Quebradillas municipalities, the agency said in three tweets.

Man Charged With Murder in 2016 West Side Shootings

September 24, 2017

And when it was all over, the city's homicide total for the year stood at 499, with the 500th to follow shortly when a man who was shot late Sunday died the following day. Both men, 21 and 20, were shot in a leg and taken to Stroger and Mount Sinai respectively. Their conditions were stabilized. Someone shot at him from a maroon van, police said.

Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ:TMUS) Advances 1.51% Pre-session

September 23, 2017

While looking the figure depicted by the Price to Earning we can suggest that the shares of T-Mobile US, Inc. ( TMUS ) now has a value of $63.39 while the company's 52 week low is at $44.60, the shares dropped to the 52 week low on 10/07/16.

Earthquake Detected in North Korea

September 23, 2017

China will suspend the exports as the total approaches the ceiling, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said in a statement. "But even more importantly, it sent a very powerful message to North Korea that China is not being as supportive of them as it had been".

Aussie Garfoot second in women's road race

September 24, 2017

Home favourite Susanne Anderson was the next to try her luck solo at the midway point of the race. She'd hit the deck and believed her race was over when precious minutes ticked away as she tried to free herself from the jumble. Team U.S.A. drove the peloton. Hoping to make the bridge, Australian Sarah Roy took on a solo chase, riding in no man's land in between the breakaway and the chasing peloton.

North Korean foreign minister compares Trump's threat to dogs barking

September 24, 2017

If enforced, the Chinese action Trump described could severely impede the isolated North's ability to raise money for its missile and nuclear development. The U.S. Geological Survey said it could not conclusively confirm whether the quake, which it measured at magnitude 3.5, was man-made or natural. Trump has unleashed many strong statements on North Korea including his August warning the North will be met with " fire and fury ".

International Paper (NYSE:IP) Getting Somewhat Favorable Media Coverage, Accern Reports

September 23, 2017

It has underperformed by 16.70% the S&P500. More interesting news about International Paper Co (NYSE:IP) were released by: Nasdaq.com and their article: "International Paper Closes Foodservice Unit Sale in China" published on September 08, 2017 as well as Bizjournals.com's news article titled: "IP completes sale in China" with publication date: September 07, 2017.

Charles Tan indicted on gun charges

September 24, 2017

Canadian citizen Charles Tan was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents while entering the US on Friday. Charles Tan is in federal custody, according to Assistant U.S. If convicted, Tan faces a maximum term of imprisonment of 10 years on each count and fines. Tan was originally charged with second-degree murder in the death of his father, Lang Tan.

Morgan Stanley (MS) 8.84% off from 200- SMA

September 24, 2017

Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 85.18% of the company's stock. Strs Ohio holds 0.01% of its portfolio in Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund Inc (NYSE:IIF) for 64,000 shares. The firm had revenue of $9.50 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $9.05 billion. The company's revenue was up 6.7% on a year-over-year basis.

India's ruling party leader slaps woman for dating a Muslim man

September 23, 2017

We have lodged an FIR under sections 323 and 504 of the Indian Penal Code and have started the investigation."The victim's father said the incident adversely affected his daughter's reputation."The law has not given any right to Sangeeta Varshney to beat up and threaten my daughter".

Back your game: Tendulkar's advice to Ajinkya Rahane

September 23, 2017

Speaking ahead of India's training session on Saturday Rahane said: "I don't think about the future". "I do my best when I get my opportunity". I stay in the present as much as possible. When asked on the form of Manish Pandey and Kedar Jadhav, Rahane said, "Manish and Kedar are important to this side". "It's a good sign that they [Australians] are not able to pick them".

Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:NOC) 2017 Q2 Sentiment Report

September 23, 2017

It has outperformed by 1.69% the S&P500. (NYSE:FDS) is a huge mover today! With the current EPS in mind, the traders can be fully aware of the company's profitability condition. Robert W. Baird restated an "outperform" rating and issued a $260.00 price objective on shares of Northrop Grumman in a report on Friday, January 20th.

Kenya pushes election date to October 26

September 23, 2017

Opposition claims against Kenyatta were largely dismissed. On Thursday, the cabinet approved $97 million to fund the repeat election. The constitution dictates the poll take place within 60 days of the Supreme Court's ruling, which is October 31.

US B1-B Bombers Fly Mission off of North Korean Coast

September 23, 2017

The flight, which was disclosed shortly before North Korea's foreign minister was due to address the United Nations, was the farthest north of the demilitarized zone separating North and South Korea that any U.S. Ms White added: "we are prepared to use the full range of military capabilities to defend the USA homeland and our allies". It does raise many questions, including how would the North undertake such a nuclear test, what risks might it pose to Japan and how would the US respond? ...

China to limit oil exports to North Korea

September 23, 2017

The Ministry of Commerce will implement UN Security Council Resolution 2375 by halting the export of liquified natural gas and gas condensate and limit exports of refined oil. The ban on textiles - Pyongyang's second-biggest export - is expected to cost the country more than $700m (£530m) a year. President Trump has accused China of not putting enough pressure on Kim's regime to step back from its sabre-rattling.

Rajasthan's 'Falahari' Baba held for rape, sent to 15-day judicial custody

September 23, 2017

Swami Kaushlendra Prapannachari Falahari Maharaj was arrested on Saturday after a 21-year-old law student accused him of rape. According to preliminary reports , the accused baba has been booked under section 376 of IPC for rape. As per the complaint, the woman and her parents were followers of Falahari Maharaj for the past several years, the police officer said. They then sent the FIR to Alwar police for further investigation.

Onam Bumper Lottery: Kerala van-driver strikes mega gold, becomes 'crorepati' overnight

September 23, 2017

Musthafa Moottatharammal, 48, native of Chuzhali at Moonniyur near Parappanangadi, who is driver by profession, is the victor of the bumper prize. The fact that he bought the tickets shows that he had hopes, but to actually win the 10 crore bumper prize is extremely surprising to him, just like it is for everyone else.

2 police officers shot in New Haven, Connecticut

September 23, 2017

According to police, a man shot his wife. When officers entered the home at 638 Elm Street, shots were fired. A city spokesman says the officers are conscious following the shootings. No further information was immediately available regarding their conditions. NBC Connecticut has a crew on scene and will provide updates as they come into the newsroom.

Deranged! Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un's war of words

September 23, 2017

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un responded by calling President Trump a " mentally deranged dotard " and threatened to "tame (Trump) with fire" for his comments. Earlier, while addressing the media at the end of his four-day visit to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Trump extended America's sanctions against Pyongyang.

China: Trump's claim about bank bans 'not consistent with the facts'

September 23, 2017

China's natural disaster administration said on Saturday it had detected a magnitude 3.4 quake in North Korea that was a "suspected explosion", raising fears the isolated state had conducted another nuclear bomb test weeks after its last one.

China: Trump bank ban statement 'not consistent' with facts

September 23, 2017

On Friday, US President Donald Trump praised China for increasing financial restrictions, and has been pushing Beijing to apply more pressure to North Korea over it nuclear programme. The oil products exported to North Korea will be 2 million barrels per annum as of January 1, 2018, according to the ministry. Kim had previously described the United States president as a " mentally deranged dotard " in response to Trump's earlier, fiery speech at the UN.

Musharaf says Zardari behind murder of wife Benazir

September 23, 2017

They chanted slogans against Imran, calling him "Mr Niazi", suggesting he visit a psychiatrist. They said General (retd) Musharraf was involved in Benazir's killing and must be hanged. "There was just one person that had everything to gain from Benazir's assassination and that was Asif Ali Zardari", he added, proceeding into what he termed as his analysis of the case.

'Madman' Kim Jong Un 'will be tested like never before'

September 23, 2017

Saying that Trump's harsh remarks are tantamount to a declaration of war against North Korea, they vowed to achieve final victory in the war to make him pay the price for his "absurd remarks". The North has also threatened to launch a salvo of Hwasong-12s toward Guam, the U.S. Pacific military hub. Later the same year, an unidentified North Korean defense commission spokesman called U.S.

Ghana/Cote d'Ivoire maritime dispute: Ghana wins!

September 23, 2017

However, the angle appeared to be very close to the line claimed by Ghana. A special chamber was formed in 2015 presided over by ITLOS Vice-President Boualem Bouguetaia and included another member of the Tribunal with two ad hoc judges to deal with the dispute.

China's c.bank tells banks to stop doing business with N.Korea

September 23, 2017

Textiles are one of the North's last major sources of foreign revenue following repeated rounds of United Nations sanctions under which Beijing cut off purchases of coal, iron ore, seafood and other goods. United States treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin also said banks doing business in North Korea would not be allowed to operate in the US. Russia has condemned North Korea's latest missile test over mainland Japan, but said it is in favour of political and diplomatic settlement "on the ...

Hurricane Maria climbs northward; current track keeps it off coast

September 23, 2017

Mostly sunny and very warm with some patchy fog around in the morning. A second, and much less likely scenario, is that Maria moves much farther west over North Carolina than now suggested and the storm races northeast and impacts us with some wind and rain (as a much weakened storm).

U.S. student trapped in IN cave for three days

September 23, 2017

He was there for 60 hours, calling for help, and trying to find a way out of the cave. Cavar is a physics student and a member of the #Indiana University Caving Club who took a field trip to Sullivan Cave in Springfield, Ind., on Sunday last week.

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