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VIDEOS reveal city in chaos as Lombok crumbles under another natural disaster

August 10, 2018

The strong aftershock, measured at magnitude 5.9 by the US Geological Survey, caused panic, damage to buildings, landslides and injuries. "Some buildings were damaged further because of this". Some villages have collapsed entirely. The island was still recovering after two other recent earthquakes when the tremor happened . "The grandson tried to help the grandmother to get out but he pushed too hard", she said.

Dozens killed, including children on a bus, in Yemen air strikes

August 10, 2018

The coalition entered Yemen's civil war more than three years ago to fight northern Houthi rebels who seized power away from Yemen's internationally recognized government. "The [Saudi-led coalition] will take all necessary measures against the terrorist, criminal acts of the terrorist Iranian-Houthi militia, such as recruiting child soldiers, throwing them in battlefields and using them as tools and covers to their terrorist acts", Saudi military spokesman Turki AlMalki said in a statement.

Pence outlines plans to have new U.S. Space Force by 2020

August 09, 2018

The defense secretary, Jim Mattis, has endorsed plans to reorganize the military's spacewar fighting forces and create a new command, but has previously opposed launching an expensive separate new service. He warned about developments made by Russian Federation and China claiming that "hypersonic" weapons were nearly a reality. The White House says that the Space Force will be created by 2020.

Gates says he helped Manafort hide payments

August 09, 2018

Downing asking, drawing an immediate objection from Greg Andres, the special counsel's lead prosecutor. So far, 18 witnesses have testified in the former Trump campaign chairman's trial. Gates, who had been on stand for more than seven hours by conclusion of Tuesday's testimony, is anticipated to be on stand for an additional hour more of cross-examination, according to Manafort's attorneys.

Clashes in Argentina after plans to legalise abortion rejected

August 09, 2018

Chile's constitutional Court past year upheld legislation ending the Andean nation's absolute ban on abortions, permitting the procedure when a woman's life is in danger, when a fetus is not viable or in cases of rape. Abortion rights supporters wore green scarves while anti-abortion activists donned baby blue. Jose Miguel Vivanco, director for the Americas at Human Rights Watch, said Argentina had a "historic opportunity" to protect the rights of women.

Israel attacked the Gaza strip

August 09, 2018

However, Israeli media reported that an Israeli force came under fire near the borderline in northern Gaza . It then cuts to footage of a shell hitting the post and an explosion. By the end of July, over 155 Palestinians had died by Israeli fire and thousands were injured, according to the Palestinian health ministry in Gaza .

Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Ukraine appeal to Russian Federation over Georgia

August 09, 2018

The five-day war began when Georgia shelled separatists in South Ossetia, giving Russian forces a pretext to pour over the border and cement control of the two breakaway regions, which seceded in the 1990s. While around 75% of Georgians said they were in favour of a possible Georgia's accession to North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, 81% voiced support for European Union membership.

Indonesia quake: Lombok rocked by third tremor in a week

August 09, 2018

An Indonesian man examines the remains of houses, after a 6.4 magnitude natural disaster struck, in Lombok on 29 July, 2018. The latest tremor, the third in over a week, had a magnitude of 6.2, according to Indonesia's geological agency.

Should Boris Johnson apologise for his comments about burkas?

August 09, 2018

Taking to Twitter, the Jaanan actress emphasized a woman's right to wear whatever she feels comfortable in. Warsi responded in The Guardian, saying Johnson had used rightwing, "alt-right" language in criticising the appearance of the burqa , which contributes to a view that " Muslim women are fair game".

Napolitano: Judge in Manafort Trial Showing an 'Extraordinary Bias' Against the Government

August 09, 2018

He's also had several heated exchanges with the attorneys from special counsel Robert Mueller's office. Also on Wednesday, an Federal Bureau of Investigation forensic accountant, Morgan Magionos, told jurors bank records from Cyprus, St.

Last six hikers rescued off Mount Rinjani

August 09, 2018

At least six British hikers are believed to have safely descended an Indonesian volcano after an quake struck on Lombok island, killing 16 people and injuring more than 160. "They are all healthy and safe ". A joint evacuation team made up of 244 personnel from Indonesia's search and rescue agency Basarnas, the military, police, Mount Rinjani National Park Office, medics and volunteers has been working non-stop to evacuate the last of visitors to the mountain over the weekend.

Indonesia quake: Imam prays on as tremor rocks Bali mosque

August 09, 2018

Indonesia's geological agency said the quake on Thursday afternoon had a magnitude of 6.2 and was shallow, at a depth of 12 kilometres, centred in the north-west of the island. Across much of the island, a popular tourist destination, once-bustling villages have been turned into virtual ghost towns. The quake struck as evening prayers were being said across the Muslim-majority island and there are fears that one collapsed mosque in north Lombok had been filled with worshippers.

UK Prepares Kremlin Extradition Request for Two Russian Suspects in Novichok Poisonings

August 09, 2018

It said police and intelligence agents had identified two Russians believed to have carried out the attack on former Russian double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia in March. One died days afterwards. Russian Federation retaliated by expelling an equal number of Western diplomats. An unnamed government source told The Guardian: "The CPS has been asked to prepare extradition requests and we understand they are ready to go".

Fatah was accused of trying to disrupt the truce with Israel

August 09, 2018

Hamas and other resistance groups have linked their fate to Israel freeing Palestinian security detainees. Asked if Elkin's comments reflected Netanyahu government policy, an Israeli official close to the prime minister declined comment.

Hamas fires rockets, Israel bombs Gaza despite talk of truce

August 09, 2018

The gathering had raised hopes a deal for a lasting truce with Israel, with the backing of Egypt and the United Nations. Hamas warned Israel - with which it has fought three wars since 2008 - it would pay for the attack. It said about 150 rockets had been launched from Gaza towards Israeli territory. Israel halted the supply of petroleum and natural gas to Gaza last week in response to incendiary kites and balloons launched from Gaza into southern Israel.

U.S. Senator Paul delivers letter from Trump to Putin

August 09, 2018

The effort comes as the White House attempts to project a unified response to foreign interference campaigns, even as the president himself has wavered on whether he believes Russian Federation interfered in the 2016 election, and whether it will do so in future elections.

Donald Trump's administration hits Russian Federation with new sanctions over spy poisoning

August 09, 2018

The US Government said it would impose fresh sanctions on Russia after it determined that Moscow had used a nerve agent against a former Russian agent and his daughter in the UK. The measures are scheduled to go into effect on or around August 22, according to the State Department. Acting in tandem with governments in Europe, the United States expelled 60 Russian diplomats it said were spies several weeks later.

Suspected Russian spy worked at US embassy in Moscow for decade

August 09, 2018

However, a Guardian source reportedly said her dismissal was timed by the Secret Service to occur just after the Kremlin's expulsion of United States diplomatic personnel in order to shield the agency from embarrassment. "This is of particular emphasis in Russian Federation". A State Department spokesman would "not comment on allegations related to intelligence or personnel matters ".

Iran vows to continue oil exports despite Trump's threats

August 09, 2018

On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump wrote on social media that "anyone doing business with Iran will NOT be doing business with the United States". "These are the most biting sanctions ever imposed, and in November they ratchet up to yet another level".

Ky. Sen. Rand Paul invites Russian lawmakers to Washington

August 08, 2018

The announcement comes just days after Mr. Paul's spokesman confirmed the senator planned to lead a USA delegation to Moscow. Paul also told reporters that there are hopes to have meetings in a neutral third country. Among the Russian senators sitting across from Paul was Moscow's former ambassador to the U.S., Sergey Kislyak, whose meetings with members of the Trump campaign provoked uproar in 2016.

US gears up for potential cyberattacks after Iran sanctions

August 08, 2018

The EU has revived legislation meant to insulate European companies doing business with Iran from USA sanctions, instructing them not to comply with Washington's demands, and providing a mechanism to sue the United States in European courts.

Saudi Arabia Appears To Be Trying To Tank Canadian Asset Prices

August 08, 2018

Diplomatic channels and trade negotiations were suspended last week, and some flights from Saudi Arabia to Canada halted. Saudi investments in Canada include G3 Global Holdings Ltd., a joint venture between Bunge Ltd. "I will say Canada is very comfortable with our position", she told reporters. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman recently went on a global tour touting proposed economic reforms and promoting his vision for the kingdom as "the next Europe".

Head of Syria research center killed in auto bombing: newspaper, rebel group

August 08, 2018

There have been 85 chemical attacks across Syria since 2013, the vast majority of which were carried out by the regime, according to Human Rights Watch. Sarin gas was being developed at the centre, according to the United States, a claim denied by the Syrian authorities who say the country does not possess any chemical weapons after a 2013 agreement to hand over its arsenal.

Alex Jones 'hasn’t violated our rules — Twitter CEO

August 08, 2018

Facebook suspended Jones' account for 30 days on Monday due to repeated violations, includings posts that it said glorified violence and dehumanized others. Pinterest also removed the InfoWars account. This marks a contrast with the approach of Facebook, which has rolled out a set of fact-checking initiatives , including the use of machine-learning tools to prevent the spread of debunked stories.

New York Congressman Chris Collins Indicted on Insider Trading Charges

August 08, 2018

According to the indictment , after Collins learned a trial regarding a drug to treat multiple sclerosis failed, he contacted his son, who traded on the information. In total, the indictment alleges that the insider trading scheme helped the defendants "avoid over $768,000 in losses that they would have otherwise incurred if they had sold their stock in Innate" after the nonpublic information had been released.

Imran Khan questioned by Pakistan's anti-graft body

August 08, 2018

Khan has said that the case is politically motivated and has denied any wrongdoing. Pakistan's Prime Minister-to be, Imran Khan on Tuesday appeared before the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) here for an ongoing inquiry against him for allegedly misusing helicopters owned by the provincial government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).

Indonesia quake death toll rises to more than 345

August 08, 2018

Thousands have been made homeless and more than 156,000 people were evacuated or placed in shelters, particularly from the north of the island near the epicentre of the quake, which struck when many people were in local mosques for evening prayers.

Rick Gates Forced Into Admitting Extramarital Affair by Paul Manafort’s Lawyer

August 08, 2018

Prosecutors had intentionally left many of these pieces of evidence blank on an itemized list of documents they are presenting in court, signaling they could be the most sensational and attention-grabbing files in the evidence binder. Gates also worked on the campaign. Gates, who was working on Trump's transition team, testified that Manafort had suggested Stephen Calk as a candidate for Army secretary two weeks after Trump was elected.

College student includes massive gator in graduation photos

August 08, 2018

Makenzie Noland, a Texas student, poses for her graduation photo in cap, sash and - somewhat unusually - with an alligator. She posted the graduation pictures on Facebook and they went viral. "I have a good relationship with Big Tex", she said. "When I'm telling Tex to "come here" using a hand motion I will reward him, tickle his nose and toss food in his mouth".

Trump administration announces $22b in fresh tariffs on China

August 08, 2018

The trade representative's office also accused China of "cyber intrusions into U.S. commercial computer networks to gain unauthorized access to commercially valuable business information". The worry is that the escalating Sino-U.S. trade war, rising corporate bankruptcies, and a steep decline in the value of the yuan versus the dollar could put a significant dent on the economy.

Boris Johnson told to apologise for burka jibe

August 08, 2018

Burt told the BBC that Johnson had been defending Muslim women's right to wear the religious dress. She suggested the Mr Johnson take part in "training and engagement with the Muslim community" and accused his party of having "an issue with Islamophobia" while pointing out Theresa May had not responded more than 24 hours after the publication.

Students hit with tear gas at road safety protest

August 08, 2018

In his report to Manila, Ambassador to Dhaka Vicente Vivencio T. Bandillo said the Embassy has yet to receive reports of Filipinos among those injured in the protests . All the telecommunications companies were directed to stop 3G and 4G services for a total period of 24 hours on late Saturday, the English-language Dhaka Tribune reported.

Balderson-O’Connor OH-12 Race Headlines Contests in Five States

August 08, 2018

Stay tuned to Breitbart News for live updates of all of the important races throughout the evening. And in suburban Seattle, three Democrats vied in a jungle primary for the seat held by another retiring Republican , Rep. On his prediction of the special election: My gut and my sense from being out on the ground here is that O'Connor wins narrowly, but I would not put a large amount of money on that.

Parkland shooter bought AR-15 for $560 because it was 'cool-looking'

August 08, 2018

A judge entered a not guilty plea on Cruz's behalf during the accused mass murderer's arraignment in March. The new portion of the transcript was made available to the public on Monday by a Florida judge after several news organizations, including the New York Times , sued for their release under the state's public records law.

German couple convicted over rape, online sale of young son

August 07, 2018

The woman's 39-year-old male partner was handed a 12-year prison term followed by "preventive detention", which could delay his release on the grounds that he poses a danger to the public. A 33-year-old Spanish man who was offered the boy for sex by his mother was found guilty of repeatedly raping him. The mother was often near the scene of the abuse by other men "to exert a calming influence on her child", and in the case of one client participated herself, the court said.

Bayelsa DSS director appointed acting DG

August 07, 2018

Security officials stormed the premises of the National Assembly, barricading the entrance to the complex. Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Aviation Minister has reacted to the sack of the Director-General of the Department of State Services , DSS, Lawal Daura .

‘Holy crap!’ Video shows breaching great white shark startle researcher

August 07, 2018

Skomal is studying great white sharks , as they hunt for seals, as part of a collaborative research effort involving the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy and the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries . In the video of the incident, the boat's captain screams, "Holy crap!" We usually think of great whites being a quintessentially Aussie shark, but this chap was filmed off the coast of Massachusetts, US.

California wildfires can now be seen from space

August 07, 2018

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection , or Cal Fire, keeps a running list of the top 20 fires on record based on acres burned. Twin wildfires in California, known as the Mendocino Complex Fire, have grown to become the largest active wildfire in state history, officials say.

DMK chief Kalaignar passes away; supporters throng, security beefed up

August 07, 2018

The state government has presently allotted a place near Gandhi Mandapam for DMK patriarch Karunanidhi's burial. Karunanidhi was admitted to the intensive care unit of the hospital on July 28 following a dip in his blood pressure, which stabilised after medical intervention.

Rick Gates Testifies That He Committed Crimes With Paul Manafort

August 07, 2018

Gates is the government's star witness in its case against Manafort, who is accused of bank and tax fraud. Rick Gates has been regarded as a crucial government witness ever since he pleaded guilty a year ago and agreed to cooperate in special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation.

Malaysia's former PM Najib to be charged with money laundering

August 07, 2018

The Cayman Islands-registered Equanimity , believed to be worth some $250 million and belonged to a fugitive Malaysian financier with links to Najib, was seized in February off the Indonesian tourist island of Bali. Malaysian and global authorities want to question Malaysian financier Low Taek Jho, who the Justice Department alleges was a key figure in the theft and worldwide laundering of $4.5 billion from 1MDB.

Saudi students' year at UPEI in question

August 07, 2018

Since Monday social media has been saturated by the surprising news that Saudi Arabia made a decision to expel the Canadian ambassador , along with freezing trade and investment ties with Canada. On Monday, the Saudi foreign ministry tweeted: 'The kingdom announces that it is recalling its ambassador to Canada for consultation. Canada has said it is "gravely concerned" about the arrests and has called for those detained to be released immediately.

Remove Trump star from Hollywood Walk of Fame, city council votes

August 07, 2018

On the same day the City of West Hollywood voted to ask for President Donald Trump's Walk of Fame star to be removed, the person who'd most recently vandalized it was charged. She doesn't now have a star on the famous sidewalk along Hollywood Boulevard embedded with five-pointed stars honoring various celebrities. The star may not actually be removed even after the resoloution was passed.

Two Arrested For Brooklyn Nail Salon Fight Sparked By Botched Eyebrow Job

August 07, 2018

The workers take broomsticks and pummel the women. "So, I'm at the nail salon and they f-ked up a lady eyebrow and she refused to pay then a fight broke outttt", explained Mercy Maduka in the video caption. Customer Christina Thomas was arrested on misdemeanor assault and other charges and was also released without bail, report the New York Post . Zhing was hospitalized with visible injuries to her face and body, and Thomas refused medical attention, according to police.

Once-eased US economic sanctions against Iran back in effect

August 07, 2018

European countries fear that by abandoning the deal, Washington risks undermining Rouhani and strengthening the hand of his more hardline opponents, who have long argued that the West would never allow Iran to prosper. US sanctions on oil sales snap back are scheduled to snap back in early November. But the European Commission has implemented a previously unused regulation that seeks to cancel the effect of the United States policy on European companies doing "legitimate business" with Iran.

Israel seizes Swedish activist ship en route to Gaza

August 07, 2018

While small changes have occurred since the deal was signed in October - notably the handing over of Gaza's borders to the PA - Hamas remains firmly in charge in Gaza. On Friday, Israel said 8,000 Palestinians took part in five separate "March of Return" protests along the Gaza border. The deadly clashes have seen Israeli security forces facing gunfire, grenades, Molotov cocktails, and efforts - sometimes successful - to damage or penetrate the border fence.

Baby boy dies after being found in river near Brooklyn Bridge

August 07, 2018

Police on Monday still didn't know how the baby, said to be about 8 months old, came to be in the water or where his parents or guardians are, the Associated Press reported. The baby's parents were not on the scene. "I called 911. At that point, I thought it was a doll". She said the baby was floating about 30 feet offshore.

PTI to announce Imran Khan as PM candidate tomorrow

August 07, 2018

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Mr Khan's party has led the provincial government since 2013. Pakistan's National Assembly comprises a total of 342 members, of which 272 are directly elected. So far, the PTI has secured support from Karachi-based MQM, which has demanded two slots in the federal cabinet and some concessions for its jailed workers.

Don Lemon: Trump 'Traffics In Racism And Is Fueled By Bullying'

August 07, 2018

CNN's Don Lemon fired back at President Donald Trump Monday night, responding to the president's attacks last Friday against LeBron James and Lemon himself. Fortunately, there was an " overwhelmingly negative response " to Trump's "unfair and unkind attack on a good man, LeBron James ", Lemon noted. The president "divides by race and tries to conquer decency by smearing and besmirching the truth and the people who fight to uphold it".

Mendocino Complex Fire now 4th largest wildfire in California history

August 07, 2018

However, Trump is also touching on complaints that environmental policies stop land managers from clearing brush, dead trees and other biomass in forests that feed fires, and experts say that is a legitimate debate. According to CBS News , there are now at least 18 major wildfires throughout the state of California that have killed nine people. "We have strong, erratic winds and what that's doing is blowing embers and it's spreading the fire", Capt.

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