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Israel Shoots Down Syrian Jet Fighter

July 24, 2018

Israeli forces shot down a Syrian warplane Tuesday after the fighter jet infiltrated Israeli airspace while conducting a mission near the Golan Heights, reports Fox News . Crew's condition was unclear, the Israeli army said. When Israeli sensors realised they would land on the Syrian side, David's Sling was given an abort order for the interceptors to self-destruct in mid-air.

Hundreds missing as hydropower dam collapses in Laos

July 24, 2018

The hydropower dam project, which is estimated to be worth about $1bn (£760m), is being built by Xe Pien-Xe Namnoy Power Company and is a joint venture between several South Korean and Laos companies. Only 10 percent of the power generated was to be used locally, with 90 percent exported to Thailand. The 410 megawatt capacity dam , close to the border with Cambodia, was meant to begin commercial operations by 2019.

Iran Will See ‘Consequences Few Have Suffered’ If It Threatens U.S.

July 24, 2018

In reaction to Iran's threats , the USA military has renewed a vow to secure the free flow of oil from the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump warned Iran Sunday night that it better not continue threatening the United States or the country "will suffer consequences ".

Scale of fires in Greece revealed in video taken through plane window

July 24, 2018

The inferno was by far Greece's worst since fires devastated the southern Peloponnese peninsula in August 2007, killing dozens. Major fires broke out Monday afternoon in the area northeast of Athens (Penteli, Viotza, Mati, Rafina, and Agios Andreas).

Modi To Gift 200 Cows To Rwandan President During Africa Visit

July 24, 2018

The two countries agreed to facilitate, diversify and promote trade and economic cooperation. India also has long standing ties with Senegal in West Africa . It is his first trip since his re-election in March. "I extend to President Kagame and people of Rwanda our heartfelt congratulations", President Xi noted.

Pakistan election rigged in Imran Khan's favour, claims opponent

July 24, 2018

Analysts are also divided over whether a win for Khan's would actually be that substantially different to a return to power for its chief rival, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), the party of disgraced former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif .

SA to witness longest lunar eclipse of the century this week

July 24, 2018

Often referred to as a blood moon , a total lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth moves directly between the sun and the moon. The eclipse will occur at the same time Mars is set to be its closest to the Earth in 15 years. For the duration of the total lunar eclipse, the Moon will be completely engulfed by the Earth's shadow. However, the totality will only last for one hour and 43 minutes of that time, just shy of the longest possible totality length of one hour and 47 minutes.

Trump 'Very Happy' with North Korea Nuclear Weapons Talks

July 24, 2018

Trump said after the summit that North Korea would shut down the site, also known as the Tongchang-ri missile test site. US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un walk after lunch at the Capella Hotel on Sentosa island in Singapore June 12.

Trumps threats are ‘psychological warfare: Iran general

July 24, 2018

On May 8, Trump unilaterally withdrew the United States from a 2015 multilateral nuclear deal with Iran over the objections of Europe as well as Russian Federation and China - the other parties to the deal, which is officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Trump denies wrongdoing, says taping of client ‘perhaps illegal’..

July 24, 2018

Cohen, who became Trump's personal lawyer in 2007, is infamous for paying $130,000 to Daniels - real name, Stephanie Clifford - shortly before the 2016 election to keep quiet about her alleged affair with Trump. McDougal has said she began a almost year-long affair with Trump in 2006 shortly after his wife, Melania, gave birth. The Justice Department says Cohen has been under investigation for months for criminal conduct largely centered on his personal business dealings.

Trudeau and Israel’s Netanyahu discussed evacuation of White Helmets

July 24, 2018

Members of White Helmets, formally known as Syrian Civil Defense , had become trapped in southwest Syria near the Israeli border last week and were rescued by Israeli forces. The group have been lauded for their heroism by the US, UN, and others, but have been criticized by supporters of Syria's government and its ally Russian Federation, who accuse them of being a front group for Al-Qaeda or acting in Western interests.

Pompeo Urges Nations to Keep Pressuring N.Korea

July 24, 2018

The ministry previously announced on Wednesday that it has taken measures to detain three ships that entered South Korean ports in violation of sanctions: the Lighthouse Winmore and the Koti, for their involvement in ship-to-ship transfers to North Korea-flagged vessels, and the Talent Ace, involved in the transport of coal originating from North Korea.

Speed up official end to Korean War, says North

July 24, 2018

He said North Korea is playing the same game it did with former USA presidents and that President Trump has to make sure North Korea and its closest ally China, which has started to pull back according to Graham, need to know that Trump is different from previous US presidents.

Woman in Maryland impaled in chest by beach umbrella

July 24, 2018

The 54-year-old woman was conscious at the time of the incident but her condition is unknown at this stage. She said Sunday's incident highlights the need for beach visitors to make sure umbrellas are attended and properly secured in the sand.

'Gave Up Nothing' to Putin at Summit

July 24, 2018

Senator Lindsey Graham said additional sanctions needed to be tied up before President Donald Trump holds a second meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin after the U.S. The rest have no opinion. Just 9 percent of Democrats strongly or somewhat approved of Trump, and 44 percent of all voters strongly disapproved of how he's doing.

Ex-Trump aide denies being Russian agent

July 24, 2018

The October 2016, application to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISA) named Carter Page , a former foreign policy adviser to the campaign of Donald Trump , according to the documents which The New York Times published. The FBI and the Justice Department, when they go into that court, should not be alone any more . "They laid out all the information ― and there was a lot of reasons.

Japan logs historic high temperature amid heat wave

July 24, 2018

The temperature reached 39 degrees Celsius (102 degrees Fahrenheit) in Tokyo on Monday. "People in areas where temperatures are as high as 35 degrees or higher should be extremely careful" to avoid heatstroke, a meteorological agency official told news agency AFP.

Imran Khan reveals biggest mistake of his life

July 23, 2018

Two days later, a suicide bomber targeted a political rally in the southwestern town of Mastung, killing more than 154 people, police and hospital officials said. Kamran Yousaf spoke to TRT World about the security concerns in Pakistan. Pakistan's elections have been fraught with tension since former prime minister Nawaz Sharif was found guilty on charges that he and his family hid unreported income in luxury apartments in London and other offshore properties - a case Sharif's ...

Striking at critics, Trump weighs stripping former officials' security clearances

July 23, 2018

Brennan, Clapper, Hayden and Rice have all been critical of Trump's foreign policy, including the USA president's embrace of Russian President Vladimir at a summit in Helsinki, Finland. Sanders is accusing the officials of having "politicized and in some cases monetized their public service and security clearances" as well as "making baseless accusations" against the president.

Toronto shooting: woman and attacker dead, 13 others injured

July 23, 2018

Toronto Police have confirmed 14 people were shot with a handgun, a female adult has died and a young girl, aged eight or nine, is in a critical condition. Toronto Councillor Paula Fletcher told CP24 , a Canadian cable and satellite TV channel, that she heard that the gunman was emotionally disturbed.

The Atlantic: Against the US, Putin's Russian Federation has an advantage - weakness

July 23, 2018

But the Republican senator also stressed he has not seen a reason yet to believe Trump or his campaign colluded with Russian Federation. It was not immediately clear whether Mr. Nunes, R-Calif., and other Republicans had said that anti-Trump research in a dossier prepared by former British intelligence agent Christopher Steele and paid for by Democrats was used inappropriately to obtain the warrant on Page.

Argentina 2018: G20 calls for trade dialogue

July 23, 2018

Treasurer Scott Morrison says there is a shared urgency within the G20 economies about resolving the latest global trade battles. The world's top financial officials called Sunday for more dialogue on trade disputes that threaten global economic growth , with one warning that differences remain and tensions could escalate further.

Cohen taping me 'totally unheard of & perhaps illegal'

July 23, 2018

Giuliani confirmed the existence of the recordings, which are in the possession of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and told reporters Friday that the tapes would be exculpatory for Trump. "Any attempt at spin can not change what is on the tape", Davis said in a statement on Friday. Cohen has been embroiled in an FBI investigation and scandals involving secret payments to silence both McDougal and porn star Stormy Daniels , who has also said she had an affair with Trump.

Netanyahu and Putin discussed the situation in the middle East

July 23, 2018

Trump said at a news conference following the summit that Syria and the security of Israel were among the many topics he and Putin had discussed. "We will do our best to prevent tensions from escalating", Dzhagaryan affirmed. Israel insists that Tehran's presence in Syria has turned into an unbearable "rope around its neck". "During today's phone talk Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu continued exchanging views on the situation in the Middle East, with an ...

Missouri duck boat survivor recounts her experience

July 23, 2018

Kathy Ford said Saturday she's lived in Branson for 19 years and has taken her 4-year-old great-granddaughter on a duck boat ride. "I had my son next to me". "When they pulled me up in the boat, I didn't see any of my family", she said. Grandmother Leslie Dennison, 64, was on the boat with her 12-year-old granddaughter Alicia.

White Helmet rescue workers still trapped in Syria

July 23, 2018

Raed Saleh, head of the White Helmets , also known as the Syrian Civil Defense, said a number of volunteers and their families were evacuated from a risky, besieged area. Some members have received training overseas, including in Turkey, returning to instruct colleagues on search-and-rescue techniques. "When children, women, and men in Syria flee for their lives, the White Helmets run towards danger, towards the rubble, to save the innocent and the wounded".

Shooting Suspect Barricaded At Los Angeles Trader Joe's

July 23, 2018

TV helicopters showed police rescuing a group of children from the store, while other views showed people leaving through the front door with their hands up. Around 1:30 p.m., police spotted the suspect driving his grandmother's auto in the Hollywood area and a pursuit began. "Then this guy comes out of the auto and starts running toward TJs", Kohles said, referring to the grocery store.

11 taxi drivers shot dead, 4 critically wounded in KZN

July 23, 2018

The victims, and four others critically injured, were returning from a colleague's funeral in the coastal region of Kwa-Zulu Natal, police said. "Unconfirmed information for now indicates that passengers are from a taxi association in Gauteng attending the funeral of one of their members‚" Naicker added.

Severe Weather Expected Tonight

July 23, 2018

One or two storms could be on the strong side Friday Afternoon. The severe weather is over, but the rain continues as scattered showers and a few rumbles are expected through the weekend. Temperatures through the middle of next week will stay below normal with highs in the mid to upper 80's along with scattered mainly afternoon showers and storms.

Never, ever threaten USA or you will face consequences, Trump tells Iran

July 23, 2018

The Islamic Republic's President, Hassan Rouhani , insinuated that Iran might blockade the Strait of Hormuz should the sanctions move forward and severely affect the countries economy. Pompeo said America stands in solidarity with Iranians and reiterated that the US expects countries to "significantly" reduce their dependence on Iranian oil or face tough new sanctions after November 4.

LA police arrest suspect after deadly hostage standoff

July 23, 2018

No hostages were seriously hurt. Officers have been helping people escape the store through windows with a rope ladder. People frantically tried to flee from the store and some were seen climbing through windows while others darted through the back door.

European Union ministers question British proposal on post-Brexit relations

July 23, 2018

Calling the proposal "Brexit in name only", Mr. Johnson accused Ms. Her new Brexit minister Dominic Raab - appointed last week after his predecessor quit over the compromise proposal - also held his first talks in Brussels on Thursday where he vowed to "heat up" the withdrawal negotiations.

Multiple people injured in Toronto shooting

July 23, 2018

At least eight people injured in the shooting have been transported to various hospitals, CNN reported. The suspect has been reportedly shot by police, according to media reports. Canadian police are responding to reports of a shooting in Toronto. A local reporter, Jeremy Chohn, tweeted "victims are spread across many blocks".

IN politicians come to Coats’ defense after Putin summit

July 23, 2018

The National Review revealed on Monday that Nancy Pelosi believes the Helsinki press conference proves blackmail is involved in Trump's dealings with Vladimir Putin . "The reality is, we have no idea what this president, our president, agreed to", Schiff said. 'I and the entire intel (ligence) community are committed to providing the best possible intelligence to inform and support President Trump´s ongoing efforts to prevent Russian meddling in our upcoming elections, to build strong ...

Iran's president warns Trump about the 'mother of all wars'

July 23, 2018

In past months, the Iranian establishment has faced a range of challenges, including the US withdrawal from the nuclear accord under which Tehran has limited its sensitive nuclear work in exchange for relief from economic sanctions; protests over the worsening economy, water scarcity, and pollution; and unprecedented public protests by women against forced veiling.

WhatsApp to limit message forwarding to 5 chats for India users

July 23, 2018

NEW DELHI :To curb the spread of fake news and rumours on its platform, which has led to several cases of lynching , WhatsApp is launching a test to limit forwarding of messages by its users. The Economic Times reported earlier this week that the Indian government wasn't satisfied with those initiatives, and that it wanted WhatsApp to do more - like identify group conversations where rumors are being spread.

California authorities responding to ‘active barricaded suspect’ at Trader Joe's, police say

July 23, 2018

Police fired at the driver, shattering the store's glass doors and Kohles and others inside took cover and laid on the floor as the suspect ran into the store, he said. Among them was a police officer carrying a small child, he said. The Los Angeles Police Department merely said she had been " struck by gunfire ", and died immediately.

Singapore health database breached, data of 1.5m stolen

July 22, 2018

A cyberattack on Singapore's public health system breached the records of 1.5 million people and targeted the prime minister, a two-time cancer survivor, officials said Friday. "Anyone affected in this breach has no choice but to assume that their personal information will end up for sale in the cyber underground, ready for active abuse by cybercrooks".

Rouhani says conflict with Iran would be 'mother of all wars'

July 22, 2018

The suggestion, which did not mention the strategic Strait of Hormuz, was in reaction to looming USA sanctions and efforts by the Trump administration to prevent countries from purchasing Iranian oil. He reportedly added, "We will take problems". Ali Vaez, the director of Iran Project at the International Crisis Group (ICG), says Pompeo's outreach effort is "an exercise in futility".

Trump claims 'illegal' spying after warrant papers unveiled

July 22, 2018

Page, an American oil industry consultant who served as a foreign policy adviser to President Donald Trump as he was campaigning for president, has been under investigation by US intelligence agencies including the CIA, NSA and FBI, for alleged contact he has had with Russian officials under USA sanctions.

Netanyahu says Trump, Trudeau asked Israel to help evacuate White Helmets

July 22, 2018

Welcoming their evacuation, Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt tweeted: "Fantastic news that we - United Kingdom and friends - have secured evacuation of White Helmets and their families - thank you Israel and Jordan for acting so quickly on our request".

Russian Federation shipwreck found with £135 billion worth of gold on board

July 22, 2018

A South Korean company is claiming that they have discovered a long-sought Russian warship that sank during the 1904-1905 Russo-Japanese war off a Korean Island. "Shinil Group is turning the dream of salvaging the Donskoi ship into reality", it explains, on its website, adding that it will "share its profits with the public".

No arrest in Clearwater shooting death; Sheriff says 'Stand your Ground' applies

July 22, 2018

While still on the ground, Drejka pulled out a gun and shot McGlockton in the chest , with a weapon he was legally carrying with a concealed carry permit. He was pronounced dead at Morton Plant Hospital. He was just protecting us, you know? Jacobs parked in the handicap spot, she said, because the parking lot was busy and they were just stopping for a minute.

William and Kate haven't told Prince George that he will be King

July 22, 2018

Cape Town - Adorable Prince George's fifth birthday is on Sunday, 22 July. To celebrate the special occasion, Kate Middleton and Prince William have flown to the handsome serene beaches of Mustique. The little prince was very interested in the tail rotor. To celebrate, the Palace has released an unseen photo of little George ahead of his big day.

FBI releases documents on former Trump adviser surveillance

July 22, 2018

Several news organizations, including CNN, The New York Times , The Guardian , and The Hill received copies of the FISA documents by filing Freedom of Information Act lawsuits. Democrats, on the other hand, refuted this claim in their memo, saying that this was not at all why the Yahoo News article was referenced. 'For more than a year, House Republicans have bullied the Department of Justice and FBI to release highly sensitive documents to derail the Special Counsel's and other ...

Iran nuclear chief says uranium stockpile reaches 950 tons

July 22, 2018

The announcement came a month after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said he had ordered agencies to prepare to increase uranium enrichment capacity if a nuclear deal with world powers falls apart after Washington's withdrawal from the pact.

Ireland open to 'better' Northern Ireland border backstop

July 22, 2018

However, Mrs May's white paper would be the focus of later talks, during the "transition period", with the withdrawal agreement and Irish border the EU's priority on Friday. May's hardline stance on the issue will also raise fears that Britain and the European Union will fail to reach a deal on their future relationship before Britain is due to leave the European Union on March 29 next year.

Saudi Arabia slams new Israeli law, says it ‘perpetuates racial discrimination’

July 22, 2018

One clause of the bill downgrades the Arabic language from official to "special" standing. A Knesset usher removes Jamal Zahalka, an Israeli Arab member of the Knesset representing the Balad party, who was protesting against the passage of the bill.

Los Angeles police report possible hostage situation at Trader Joe’s

July 22, 2018

According to the Los Angeles Times , the incident began as a vehicle chase pursuit from Hollywood that ended with the man's auto crashing next to the Trader Joe's store. Traffic in the Los Feliz, Silver Lake and Atwater area quickly jammed up and the LAPD urged the public to stay away from the area. He said it isn't clear if employees are still inside the store.

Trump's Russian Federation walk-back exercise program

July 21, 2018

The superstate has been accused of interfering with the 2016 United States elections which handed Trump the presidency. The fallout was swift. The Butina case coincides with an investigation by US Special Counsel Robert Mueller into whether members of Trump's 2016 election campaign coordinated with Russian officials.