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Titanic II could embark in 2022

October 24, 2018

The ship's launch date has been moved from 2018 to 2022, which means the Titanic II will launch 110 years after the RMS Titanic. Titanic II will feature the same cabin layout as the original ship and will carry the exact same number of passengers and crew members as the original.

Scientists discover what they say is world’s oldest intact shipwreck

October 24, 2018

Researchers said such a design has only previously been seen on Greek pottery from the time, such as the Siren Vase in the British Museum . It was among more than 60 shipwrecks found by the global team of maritime archaeologists, scientists and marine surveyors, which has been on a three-year mission to explore the depths of the Black Sea to gain a greater understanding of the impact of prehistoric sea-level changes.

Turkish President Erdogan: Jamal Khashoggi's Death Was A 'Planned Operation'

October 24, 2018

Turkish sources say authorities have an audio recording purportedly documenting the muder of the 59-year-old. After weeks of denying knowledge of Khashoggi's whereabouts, Riyadh admitted that he had been killed in the consulate, but offered conflicting accounts as to how he died.

Groping suspect says Trump said it was OK to grab women

October 23, 2018

Around 30 minutes later, she felt someone grab her again. However, agents noticed his thick fingers with dirty nails and dark hair matched the description the woman provided of the hands she said had groped her, according to the complaint.

Saudi foreign minister commits to ‘comprehensive’ probe of Jamal Khashoggi’s killing

October 23, 2018

Before Erdogan's announcement, top Turkish officials said Turkey would clarify exactly what happened to Khashoggi and a stream of leaks to national and worldwide media has increased pressure on Saudi Arabia, which is hosting a glitzy investment conference this week that many dignitaries have made a decision to skip because of the scandal.

CCTV footage shows body double wearing Khashoggi’s clothing exiting the Saudi consulate

October 23, 2018

Saudi officials at first denied involvement, saying Khashoggi had left the consulate through the back door. Erdogan's speech came as skepticism intensified about Saudi Arabia's account that he died accidentally in its consulate in Istanbul.

Man killed by 'rogue' monkeys throwing bricks

October 23, 2018

Singh was mercilessly killed by a troop of monkeys on Friday; they rained bricks on him when he went near a tree for a daily routine. But local police said they couldn't open a case against the monkeys and declared the elderly man's death an accident, The Sun reports.

Bible Museum Admits Dead Sea Scrolls Are Fakes

October 23, 2018

At 430,000 square feet, and with views of the Capitol, the Bible museum represents a significant investment for its evangelical founders. As such, the museum said it has made a decision to remove them from display. An Oct. 22 press release from the museum stated that the ongoing research and skepticism about the fragments' authenticity was reflected in the exhibit labels for the five fragments that were on display.

Prince Harry reveals he hopes the royal baby is a girl

October 23, 2018

The Duke of Sussex was flying solo at an Invictus Games cycling competition in Australia on Sunday when he revealed his preference for a wee girl. Days later, Meghan arrived on Australia's Fraser Island wearing an & Other Stories printed maxidress almost identical to her sister-in-law's, save for its cap sleeves.

Theresa May has said that 95% of the Brexit deal is done

October 23, 2018

Financial markets seized on the possibility that May could be toppled as prime minister by rebels in her Conservative Party, driving sterling below $1.30 to its lowest since October 4. To make the prime minister's week even more hard, she is facing the threat of rebellion from over 40 Conservative MPs if she does not bow to new demands over the backstop within the next 48 hours, the Times reports .

Explosive Device Mailed To Liberal Philanthropist George Soros' New York Home

October 23, 2018

An employee at Mr. Soros's residence found the package, . Authorities were contacted at around 3:45 p.m., the Town of Bedford Police Department said in a statement. US President Donald Trump also claimed that Mr Soros had paid the people protesting Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination. Mr Soros was originally born in Hungary but made a fortune running a hedge fund after coming to the US.

China voices 'concern' as United States warships sail through Taiwan Strait

October 23, 2018

U.S. Pacific Fleet spokesman Commander Nate Christensen said the guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur and the guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam took part in the passage operation "in accordance with worldwide law". Taiwan late Monday requested that China refrain from interfering in its elections, saying Beijing should should respect and learn from its democracy.

Trump’s missile treaty pullout could escalate tension with China

October 23, 2018

Former leader of the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev , who signed the treaty in 1987 with then-US President Ronald Reagan , criticized Trump's plan as "unacceptable" and "very irresponsible", RIA Novosti reported. As for U.S. claims about Russia's alleged violations of the treaty being the reason for the withdrawal, recent United States behavior with other worldwide agreements shows otherwise, and that the USA is in fact strengthening its unilateral approach to foreign policy, the observer ...

Bowing to Pressure Netanyahu Delays Demolishing Khan al-Ahmar

October 23, 2018

The official says Sunday the aim is to give a chance to negotiations and "suggestions that have arrived from various sources, including over the past days". Khan al-Ahmar's destruction would also enable the Israeli government to effectively bisect the West Bank. The statements were made amid a multi-pronged campaign by pro-Palestinian groups to draw worldwide ire at Israel.

Takeaways From Andrew Gillum’s Masterful Debate Dismantling Of Ron DeSantis

October 23, 2018

He doubled down on the high crime rate in Tallahassee - an issue that has used against Gillum throughout the campaign. DeSantis said Gillum would hurt Florida's economy by raising taxes and hiking the minimum wage. Those rallying behind Gillum in recent days include 16-year-old Sari Kaufman, a Parkland survivor who spent Sunday canvassing for the Democratic gubernatorial candidate.

Trump heads to Texas to give boost to 'Lyin' Ted'

October 23, 2018

Cruz and Trump traded some sharp - and, at times, personal - barbs during the 2016 campaign. It's " Lyin' Ted " no more, apparently. Trump was then asked by CNN's Kaitlan Collins whether he has "regret" over saying that Cruz's father was part of the JFK assassination plot.

The number of victims of hurricane Michael was 36 people

October 23, 2018

We are working directly with the county official, communities, citizens, non-profit charity organizations to assure we are helping the people most in need in areas of devastation from Hurricane Michael . Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam said that along with the $1.3 billion in timber losses, pulp mills, sawmills and other production facilities were damaged in 11 of the top timber-producing counties in state.

China set to open world’s longest sea bridge to Hong Kong & Macau

October 23, 2018

President Xi Jinping is expected to officiate at an opening ceremony in the mainland city of Zhuhai Tuesday morning, but details of the cloak-and-dagger event have been kept secret. Many have questions about how useful the bridge will be, and there are concerns that China's central government might use the bridge as another way to chip away at Hong Kong's independence, as CityLab reports .

After Explosion, NYPD Pulls 3K Body Cameras

October 23, 2018

The Department is in the process of collecting and removing the LE-5 cameras from the commands now. The officer removed the device before it exploded, and no injuries were reported. More than 15,000 body cameras - which have also grown in use by emergency services in the United Kingdom in recent years - are deployed throughout the department.

Trump Administration Appealing To Narrow Definition Of Gender

October 23, 2018

But LGBT advocacy groups in the military put the figure at around 15,000, the report said. UCLA legal scholar Jocelyn Samuels, who ran the HHS civil rights office in the Obama administration, said the Trump administration would be going beyond established law if it adopted the policy in the memo.

Jayme Closs: Investigators receive 1,000 tips on missing teen

October 23, 2018

Hours earlier, Fitzgerald asked for 100 volunteers to participate in Thursday's search, which took place about 3 miles from the family's home, according to CNN affiliate WCCO. There is an active Amber Alert for the teenager. The sheriff's office on Friday released dispatch logs that indicate responding deputies found that multiple gunshots were fired in the home, and the door was kicked in.

Thousands in Brazil rally in support of candidate Bolsonaro

October 23, 2018

Among the accounts it has blocked are those belonging to the companies that received the "cease and desist" letters. He called it "defamatory" and said the contracts were illegal campaign financing requiring action from electoral authorities.

Disagreement on Irish border can sink talks : Top EU official

October 23, 2018

And in Paris, Emmanuel Macron's government published details of legislation to authorise preparations for a no-deal Brexit , which could see the restoration of customs checks and health inspections for animals at French ports, and even a requirement for Britons to seek visas for stays of three months or more.

Trump declares national emergency over US-bound migrant caravan

October 22, 2018

Since the convoy formed last weekend, Trump has threatened to halt aid to Honduras and Guatemala, and potentially close the US border with Mexico with the help of the military if the migrants' march is not stopped. Mr. Trump has been complaining about that situation for months. Mexico's government have also said they would listen to requests for asylum from the travellers but if anyone refuses, the government says they will force them to leave.

Congressman criticizes Trump's reporter assault praise

October 22, 2018

Gianforte later pleaded guilty to an assault charge and apologized for the incident, pledging a $50,000 donation to the Committee to Protect Journalists. Guardian Editor John Mulholland denounced the president's praise for the assault as an attack on the First Amendment. Throughout his rally, the president made several remarks about Gianforte's attack on Jacobs.

Four earthquakes strike off Canada's west coast

October 22, 2018

ISLAND, B.C- Multiple strong earthquakes have hit off Vancouver Island tonight. The quakes were about 6.8 miles deep . Six minutes later, a third 6.5 magnitude tremor was registered 138 miles southwest of Port Hardy - before a weaker 4.9 quake was recorded in the same place 14 minutes after that.

Trump Administration Trying to Define 'Transgender' Out of Existence

October 22, 2018

The Trump administration is now in court over the President's effort to ban openly transgender people from serving in the military. Unnamed Trump administration officials told the Times that HHS is preparing to present the memo's definition of gender to the Justice Department by the end of this year.

Trump Claims, Baselessly, That 'Criminals,' 'Unknown Middle Easterners' Part of Caravan

October 22, 2018

She said her kids have had to deal with being hungry, but they've never had to deal with being cold and having to sleep on the floor. Some, like 25-year-old Honduran Bryon Rivera, had chose to give up on a long- held dream of a better life in America.

Australia PM Scott Morrison rules out early poll after by-election blow

October 22, 2018

The massive swing against the Liberals, who held Wentworth by a 17.7% margin under Turnbull and have never previously lost the seat, is a blow to Morrison just two months into his tenure. She said running in the by-election was the "farthest thing from my mind" until Mr Turnbull was dumped as prime minister. Tie that in with the signal from Wentworth that a good chunk of voters are waiting with baseball bats for the Liberals and it is not an environment conducive to the ship-steadying ...

Hundreds of thousands march in London for Brexit vote

October 22, 2018

A German minister yesterday hailed a march by more up to 700,000 people campaigning for a second referendum as the "most impressive and deeply moving support for Europe I've ever seen". Some opinion polls have shown a slight shift in favor of remaining in the European Union, but there has yet to be a decisive change in attitudes and many in Britain say they have become increasingly bored by Brexit.

Curfew declared after market clashes kill 55 in Nigeria

October 22, 2018

The announcement was made by the Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on his official Twitter page, where he said the decision was taken in the interest of the state. The recent unrest has sparked off widespread outrage which has seen reactions pouring from people from all walks of life. "The police have been authorized to do everything possible to restore calm", he said in the tweet.

Trump accuses Saudis of 'lies' over Khashoggi killing

October 22, 2018

One Saudi official said that Mr Khashoggi was accidentally strangled when he was being restrained. Turkish officials suspect Khashoggi was killed inside the consulate by the Saudi agents and his body cut up. Bombshell new allegations linking Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi have been published by a Turkish newspaper.

Meghan Markle's father reacts to learning his daughter is pregnant

October 22, 2018

Meghan , the pregnant wife of Britain's Prince Harry , is scaling back her engagements during the royal couple's 16-day Pacific tour, Kensington Palace said Sunday, ahead of their visit to Fiji, Tonga and New Zealand. "It's a bit of a double whammy for her, she said, as she has both the baby and the jet lag to content with. I thought, 'My baby is having a baby.' It was a very proud moment".

INTERNATIONAL - Assange sues Ecuador for 'violating his rights'

October 22, 2018

WikiLeaks said Ecuador had threatened to remove the protection Assange has had since being granted political asylum, and added that his access to the outside world had been " summarily cut off ". At the time, Assange sought refuge after Sweden wanted to extradite him for an ongoing probe into an alleged sexual assault case. But Mr Assange said the claims were "without basis" and by June he was in the Ecuadorian embassy.

Korea, US agree to suspend another military exercise

October 21, 2018

According to a statement by spokesperson Dana White on Friday, . the decision was reached by South Korea's Defense Minister Jeong Kyeong-doo and his USA counterpart James Mattis to give the ongoing diplomatic process with North Korea "every opportunity to continue".

Jordan shocks Jerusalem, downgrades peace treaty with Israel

October 21, 2018

In response to the King's decision, hundreds of Jordanians took to social media to thank the monarch, posting Tweets and posts reading "thank you Your Majesty", "congratulations", "welcome back Baqoura" and "the people's rights have been restored".

Train kills at least 60 people watching fireworks in India during festival

October 21, 2018

Data from Parliament in July showed that 49,790 people were killed by trains on India's tracks between 2015 and a year ago. He said he was at the Delhi airport, ready to leave for Tel Aviv, when he heard of the incident and rushed back after postponing his Israel visit.

Trump hopes to pick United Nations ambassador from 5 candidates

October 21, 2018

Elizabeth Warren's DNA test, and her fellow Trump administration officials. The humorous lines came right at the start, when comic Jim Gaffigan introduced Nikki Haley as the next president of the United States. "So good night everybody!" Haley also said that Attorney General "Jeff Sessions wanted to be here, but he recused himself". "I saw Jeff Sessions earlier today - not in NY".

WikiLeaks founder sues Ecuador for violating rights

October 21, 2018

Wikileaks lawyer Baltasar Garzon is in Ecuador to launch the case, which the Press Association reports is expected to be heard in court next week. "The move comes nearly seven months after Ecuador threatened to remove his protection and summarily cut off his access to the outside world", the group said in a statement .

Amritsar train tragedy: Railways deny responsibility, man who played Ravan dead

October 21, 2018

Sub-divisional magistrate Rajesh Sharma, however, said 61 people lost their lives. At least 50 injured people were admitted to hospital. Police said it was "freak accident" as people did not hear the train approaching amid the din of festivities and fireworks.

Netanyahu vows 'Israel will act with great force' against Hamas in Gaza

October 21, 2018

Cuba reiterates its strong rejection to the use of disproportionate and indiscriminate force by Israel against Palestinian civilians in the occupied territory, including East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip, in gross and flagrant violation of the UN Charter and worldwide law, ambassador Rodriguez stated.

2 men charged in Georgia officer’s shooting death

October 21, 2018

Gwinnett County Police said they have received an outpouring of support from every metro Atlanta agency, which they said they appreciate. The officer was identified as Antwan Toney, who died from his injuries at the hospital, the Gwinnett County Police Department confirmed in a news release , adding that a search for the suspects was ongoing.

Dozens Injured At Party In South Carolina When Floor Collapses

October 21, 2018

Thirty people were injured when the floor of an apartment clubhouse collapsed during a party in Clemson, South Carolina, the city's police department said. The scene of joy and celebration quickly turned to horror and screams. It is understood numerous people at the party attended nearby Clemson University .

Train derails in Taiwan

October 21, 2018

The accident took place in Yilan County.in northeastern Taiwan, when several train carriages overturned on a coastal railway. It was travelling from a suburb of Taipei towards Taitung, a city on Taiwan's south-east coast. More than 20 soldiers had joined firefighters in their rescue work. Taiwan has an extensive train network and more than half a million passengers travel on the system every day.

Abducted Tanzania billionaire Mohammed Dewji found

October 21, 2018

I thank all my fellow Tanzanians, and everyone around the world for their prayers. It thanks police for working for his "safe return". Simon Sirro, the inspector general of police, said the kidnappers had demanded a ransom, but did not say what it was or whether it was paid.

Italy approves final budget draft yet vows dialogue with EU

October 21, 2018

Italy's deficit is now projected at 2.4 percent of GDP, far higher that the 0.8 percent estimate given by the earlier centre right government. Speaking to reporters in Rome, EU budget chief Pierre Moscovici said the EU Commission and many other EU nations are anxious by Italy's spending plans, which will see the country's budget deficit rise to 2.4 percent of GDP, three times higher than agreed upon by the previous government.

United States senator warns 'hell to pay' if Khashoggi murdered

October 21, 2018

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair said on Thursday that the disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi was extremely troubling and went against the spirit of the reforms advocated by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman , Reuters reports .

No royal role for Meghan's baby

October 21, 2018

When the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced their pregnancy on October 15, they assured fans that they'd be undertaking their tour as planned - all 76 engagements scheduled over 16 days in four Commonwealth countries. Prior to attending the Invictus' opening night program, the royal couple made a visit to the famous open-air venue during the day, clad in matching Invictus polos and casual trousers.

Car Crashes Up in States With Legal Pot Use

October 21, 2018

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute conducted the research. "With marijuana impairment, we're just now starting to understand what we don't know". The driver swerved his pick-up truck into the opposite lane and caused a head-on crash. Video shot by another driver showed the pickup repeatedly veering onto the shoulder and across the double-yellow line for 15 minutes.

National & World News, US officials optimistic on US-China military ties

October 21, 2018

Mattis and Chinese General Wei Fenghe met on the sidelines of an Asian security conference in Singapore in an effort to normalize military relations. "We need to make sure that when we step on one another's toes it doesn't escalate into something that would be catastrophic", he said. Schriver said both men spent "significant time" discussing the situation in the South China Sea, a flashpoint between the two countries .

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