Worldwide / 298

Durban police probe how foetus ended up in plane headed for Joburg

June 22, 2019

Passengers were offloaded from the plane after the cleaners discovered the foetus blocking the toilet. Airports Company South Africa spokesperson, Colin Naidoo says police are now on the scene. Police confirmed the incident and said they were investigating. "At this stage we are evaluating the time required to initiate necessary repairs versus deploying a new aircraft".

Jean Carroll accuses President Trump of sexual assault in 1990s

June 22, 2019

She was 52 at the time, two years older than Trump, and when she told him he allegedly started laughing and said: 'You're so old'. Both friends confirmed this account. Carroll wrote that she had not come forward sooner because she was afraid of "receiving death threats, being driven from my home, being dismissed, being dragged through the mud".

Cold War Era Satellite Images Reveal Acceleration of Asian Glacier Melt

June 22, 2019

Although melting ice caps at Earth's north and south poles are already destabilising the climate system, the retreat of Himalayan ice has more direct consequences for some 800 million people who depend on meltwater to sustain their rivers. They converted those into 3D models, and compared them against modern satellite images of the same areas from the last two decades. Commenting on the research, Dr Hamish Pritchard from the British Antarctic Judge about, acknowledged: "What's new here is ...

Joe Biden Is Playing a Risky Game With Black Voters

June 22, 2019

Eastland", the former vice president said. We worked with people, and got to know people - there was members of the Klan, people who opposed us, even people who beat us, arrested us and jailed us. "This doesn't damage him here, with blacks or whites". Eastland of MS and Herman Talmadge , of Georgia, as evidence of his ability to "get things done".

Police 'called to Tory leadership contender's home'

June 22, 2019

Scotland Yard said a neighbour of the property was "concerned for the welfare of a female neighbour". " Get off me" and " Get out of my flat", Johnson's partner, Carrie Symonds, was reportedly heard screaming in the early morning hours Friday inside the would-be prime minister's Camberwell flat.

Tory MP Mark Field suspended after pushing a Greenpeace protester

June 21, 2019

Thursday night's incident - which was filmed - happened after climate change protesters disrupted the beginning of Chancellor Philip Hammond's annual Mansion House speech to the City about the state of the United Kingdom economy. "I think there's no reason to criticise Mark Field. of course it wasn't an assault , it was a reversal of direction". Shadow attorney general Shami Chakrabarti said: 'While it is a relief that Mark Field has been suspended from Government, he must be suspended from ...

Teachers in England have 'unmanageable' job - global survey

June 21, 2019

More than 83% said they received induction training when they started and 99.3% took part in professional development activities in the year prior to the survey. The Courier-Mail revealed last week that unruly students, pushy parents and heavy workloads were driving teachers to drink. The opportunity to contribute to children's development and society was a major motivation for joining the profession for 90 per cent of teachers.

Missouri’s last abortion clinic right to defy order on ‘dehumanizing’ pelvic exams

June 21, 2019

Louis Public Radio reported . The battle over Missouri's only abortion clinic is back in court Friday, the deadline a judge imposed for the state to decide whether to renew the clinic's license. Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade ruling that legalized abortion nationwide. "We should not be forced to compromise our medical ethics in exchange for good patient care", she said.

Supreme Court throws out conviction of MS death row inmate

June 21, 2019

Justice Neil Gorsuch joined most of Thomas' opinion. Thomas went so far as calling for the court to junk its 1986 decision in Batson v. Kentucky , which says potential jurors can not be excluded due to their race, and lawyers must provide a nondiscriminatory explanation for striking them.

Australian photographer, storm-chaser killed in auto accident southwest of Wichita

June 21, 2019

Australian photographer Dale SHarpe was killed on a USA highway after his auto collided with a deerm he took refuge in a ditch and another vehicle crashed into him. In the post he mentioned how he was in "awe at its beauty". "Dale's vehicle was disabled on the road and he sought safety calling for assistance", the message states.

US Pres. Trump: Iran sanctions are biting and more added last night

June 21, 2019

But military officials received word a short time later that the strike was off, at least temporarily. The source stated that military and diplomatic officials were expecting a strike on a handful of Iranian targets, like radar and missile batteries.

Family of Boy B "forced into hiding"

June 21, 2019

Making the order, Mr Justice White issued a "trenchant warning" to any individual who decides to try to identify the boys, saying they will be subject to a contempt of court application and "will be treated in the most serious fashion". But it is a criminal offence to reveal their identities. A staff member, she said, had also been targeted online. In a statement following the hearing, Twitter said: "We have an established line of communication with An Garda Siochana and are in direct ...

Court rules United Kingdom arms sales to Saudi Arabia unlawful

June 21, 2019

The resolutions are expected to pass the Democratic-controlled House of Representatives before reaching Trump's desk. The White House veto threat argued Saudi Arabia serves as a bulwark against Iran and its proxies in the region, but also that halting the sales would trigger "unintended consequences" for allies beyond the Mideast.

Massive explosion at Philadelphia oil refinery

June 21, 2019

Footage on the East Coast city´s NBC affiliate station showed plumes of smoke towering from the Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) refining complex. There have been refining operations for 150 years at the site, which has passed through a series of owners, including Chevron Corp. and Sunoco Inc.

Yoga Day: Thousands of Indians celebrate the day

June 21, 2019

On Friday, at the fifth annual International Yoga Day, Modi practised various yoga "asanas" (or positions) alongside an estimated 30,000 people in India's eastern state of Jharkhand as members of his cabinet and foreign envoys rolled out their yoga mats in cities around the world.

Police, SWAT Surround Gunman Who Seriously Injured Sacramento Police Officer

June 21, 2019

According to the Sacramento Bee , police had gone to great lengths to end the stand-off without lethal force, despite being shot at for hours. City manager Howard Chan said the officer died "selflessly coming to the aid of others". "You are uplifting our spirits and our hopes when we all need it most". Law enforcement has established an evacuation center for residents at a nearby elementary school.

North Korea lauds China ties as Xi wraps up trip

June 21, 2019

Chinese President Xi Jinping departed Pyongyang Friday after an elaborate two-day summit in which he encouraged North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to pursue economic development and a political solution to tensions on the Korean Peninsula, Chinese state media reported.

Raptors have been invited to Ottawa by PM Trudeau, says Nick Nurse

June 21, 2019

President Donald Trump was noncommittal on Thursday. "I've heard nothing from the White House". Trudeau said he and Trump had an "extended conversation" about the situation Canada finds itself in with China, which includes blocking imports of Canadian canola and pork.

Biden Refuses to Apologize for Fond Memories of Racist Senate Colleagues

June 21, 2019

Eastland (D-Miss.) and Herman E. Talmadge (D-Ga.), The Washington Post reported . The former vice president recalled the "civility" of the Senate in the'70s and '80s at a fundraiser, touting his experience working with Eastland and Talmadge.

UN Rights Chief to Meet Venezuela’s Maduro, Guaido

June 21, 2019

In January, Guaido declared that he was the rightful leader of Venezuela and that Maduro's re-election previous year was a sham. The country's army has continued to support Maduro, despite deteriorating economic and humanitarian conditions.

Looking back at Mohamed Morsi's life and turbulent year in power

June 21, 2019

Morsi had been in custody since his removal in a 2013 military coup. The 67-year-old was buried on Tuesday under heavy security a day after his dramatic death inside the courtroom. Egypt said Wednesday that the United Nations human rights office was trying to politicize the death of former Egyptian president Mohammed Morsi, who collapsed inside a Cairo courtroom during his trial this week.

Climate protesters interrupt speech by United Kingdom finance minister

June 21, 2019

Footage later released by the environmental group shows a line-up of protesters, including men wearing black suits and bow ties and women in red dresses and sashes, walking alongside the building, then rushing up a set of stairs and streaming into the dining hall.

Protesters disrupt Philip Hammond's Mansion House speech

June 21, 2019

Several women on Thursday evening prevented finance minister Philip Hammond from speaking for a few minutes by using loudspeakers to shout slogans during an annual banquet in London's landmark Mansion House building. He said he "deeply regrets" what happened and publicly apologised to the protester for grabbing her but explained that he acted tough with her because there was no security present at the venue and he was anxious she could have been armed.

Witness at Navy SEAL trial admits killing victim

June 21, 2019

The medic, Special Operation 1st Class Corey Scott , testified to a court at Naval Base San Diego that he killed the fighter by asphyxiation, according to Navy Region Southwest spokesman Brian O'Rourke. "The best defense for Chief Gallagher is the truth". He had asserted there was no way to save the prisoner's life. Gallagher's wife said she was relieved to have the truth come out.

Airlines avoid parts of Iran-controlled airspace after US regulator's order

June 21, 2019

There was no immediate reaction in Iran to the announcement. A USA official said the military made preparations Thursday night for limited strikes on Iran in retaliation for the downing of a US surveillance drone, but approval was abruptly withdrawn before the attacks were launched.

Tomorrow is the winter solstice in the Southern Hemisphere

June 21, 2019

Once the day of the summer solstice (in 2019, this day is 20 June) passes, the Sun begins sinking towards the horizon ever so slowly till the start of winter. Which: Summer solstices happen twice each year (once in each hemisphere). The summer solstice has been seen as a significant time of year in many cultures, and has been marked by festivals and rituals.

Trump administration has no plans to cap H-1B work visa program

June 21, 2019

The plan to restrict the popular H-1B visa program, under which skilled foreign workers are brought to the United States each year, comes days ahead of U.S. The move, however, was not exclusively targeted at India, the source said. "The proposal is that any country that does data localisation, then it (H-1B visas) would be limited to about 15% of the quota".

Ramadas Athawale's jibe at Rahul on his birthday leaves Sonia, Modi smiling

June 21, 2019

Gandhi had offered to resign as the Congress chief last month following the party's huge loss in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. Former Prime Minister and chief of JD (S), H D Deve Gowda said that he was not interested in forming the coalition government and it is done only due to the pressure from the Congress party.

Setback to Chandrababu Naidu as 4 TDP Rajya Sabha MPs join BJP

June 21, 2019

Inspired and encouraged by the impeccable leadership of Shri Narendra Modi ji and the developmental policies being pursued by him in the overall interest of the nation, we have chose to merge with the Bharatiya Janata Party ( BJP ) with immediate effect under Paragraph 4 of the Tenth Schedule to the Constitution of India".

California utility PG&E to pay $1 billion over wildfires

June 21, 2019

PG&E filed for bankruptcy protection in January. Attorneys representing 14 local public entities announced the settlement with Pacific Gas & Electric on Tuesday to cover "taxpayer losses". In addition to the risk that these assumptions prove to be inaccurate, factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements include the factors disclosed in PG&E Corporation and Pacific Gas and Electric Company's annual report on Form ...

Iran Will Not Extend Nuclear Deal Deadline for Europe

June 21, 2019

Rouhani also said the USA sanctions are hurting third-world nations that used to trade with Iran. "We will not negotiate with the United States". That announcement followed attacks on Saudi- and Japanese-owned oil tankers that were carrying petro-chemicals through the Strait of Hormuz on 13 June.

Police fire rubber bullets at protesters in Georgia

June 21, 2019

Image copyright Reuters Image caption Policemen detain a man during a protest against the visit of the Russian delegation in Tbilisi Image copyright Reuters Image caption Protesters clash with a policeman during mass a demonstration outside Georgia's parliament Why are there tensions between Georgia and Russia? .

Navy SEAL reveals on stand he killed prisoner, not chief

June 21, 2019

The trial of Navy SEAL accused war criminal Eddie Gallagher took a dramatic turn Thursday when a SEAL Team Seven medic revealed in testimony that he believes that he killed the teenaged ISIS fighter and not Gallagher himself. Scott said no one asked him how the patient died and cited the immunity deal that allowed him to finally fess up. Scott testified with granted immunity, meaning that he can not be charged with a crime for his confession.

Roy Moore announces he will run for U.S. Senate in 2020

June 21, 2019

He lost the 2017 special election to Democrat Doug Jones after multiple allegations of sexual assault and harassment againts him surfaced. Alabama Republican Roy Moore said he will make another run for the Senate in 2020 after a stunning upset loss two years ago following accusations of sexual misconduct in his past.

Hicks describes Trump order as 'odd,' new transcript shows

June 21, 2019

The two IL lawmakers spoke out Wednesday evening, shortly after former White House aide Hope Hicks refused to answer House Judiciary Committee questions about Trump during his presidency. "We have come up against a wall". During the weekend, Pelosi told CNN's Fareed Zakaria that there is nothing more divisive than impeaching the president, which is why Democrats must "handle it with great care".

E-cigarette explodes in teenager's mouth, breaks jaw, knocks out teeth

June 20, 2019

From January 2009 to December 31, 2016, 195 isolated incidents of fires and explosions involving e-cigarettes were reported by USA media outlets and to date, there have been no deaths in the US caused by e-cigarette explosions or fires. "He broke his lower jaw, which takes a large amount of force", Russell said. "A two-centimeter piece of his jaw was just blown to pieces". "There was not really much tissue along his gum line where the teeth sit either", Skirko said.

Supreme Court rules 7-2 that 'Peace Cross' can remain standing

June 20, 2019

The recent tragic fire at Notre Dame in Paris provides a striking example. Justice Samuel Alito wrote the majority opinion . "For some, that monument is a symbolic resting place for ancestors who never returned home". The commission had taken control of the Bladensburg cross - which was originally constructed and maintained by the American Legion , veterans organization - in 1961 amid upgrades to the traffic circle that surrounds it.

Nick Nurse reacts on Toronto’s potential White House visit

June 20, 2019

Toronto Raptors head coach Nick Nurse said Wednesday the team has been invited to Canada's parliament after winning their first and the country's first National Basketball Association championship. The team may be invited to meet the prime minister in Ottawa. But whether that tradition extends to Canadian teams is unclear. When some Golden State Warriors players expressed concerns about visiting Trump in 2017, their invitation was rescinded .

Fox News Host Sean Hannity Talks Ratings, Tweets With President Donald Trump

June 20, 2019

Better than ever before. Speaking in a voice that seemingly was meant to mock the voice of the former Secretary of State , Mr Trump began: "You remember during one of the debates when "Crooked Hillary" said 'If I win, are you going to support me?" He painted a disturbing picture of what life would look like if he loses in 2020, accusing his critics of "un-American conduct" and saying Democrats "want to destroy you and they want to destroy our country as we know it".

Man arrested for allegedly plotting bomb attack on Pittsburgh church

June 20, 2019

According to authorities, Mustafa Mousab Alowemer is a current resident of Pittsburgh but arrived in the United States from war-torn Syria in August 2016. Fortunately, his plans were foiled by the full force of the FBI Pittsburgh Joint Terrorism Task Force. A Department of Justice press release states she hacked Facebook accounts in support of ISIS, tried to recruit ISIS members and encouraged other supporters in attempted plans of attacks-all from her Wisconsin home, U.S.

United Kingdom arms sales to Saudi Arabia declared unlawful by court of appeal

June 20, 2019

Long concerned by high civilian casualties in the Saudi-led war in Yemen, lawmakers were outraged by the killing of USA -based Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi agents a year ago. "To reject these sales at this time and under these circumstances is to reward recent Iranian aggression and to encourage further Iranian escalation", said Sen.

UK PM candidate Johnson extends lead in fourth round of leadership contest

June 20, 2019

It meant Javid, with 34 votes to his name, was eliminated. Once MPs have whittled candidates down to a final two ordinary members should be allowed to pick a victor in a full party ballot, although there are suggestions that MPs may allow Johnson to be "coronated" like Mrs May was if other candidates' bids appear untenable.

Om Birla Unanimously Elected 17th Lok Sabha Speaker

June 20, 2019

Many MPs know Birla Ji well. Prime Minister Narendra Modi moved the motion "that Shri Om Birla, a member of this House, be chosen as the Speaker of this House". "He began as a student leader and has been serving society since then without a break", said PM Modi. He also served as a Member of Assembly in Rajasthan for three terms and was a parliamentary secretary in the government of Vasundhara Raje between 2003-08.

Surge in African Migrants Breaching US Southern Border

June 20, 2019

CBN News reported this month on two stories of separate ISIS terrorists who revealed ISIS plans to sneak across the USA border to bring their jihad inside the United States. That number has declined about 13% since the beginning of June, the Post reported. "We are seeing initial actions and we are seeing some signs they're having an impact", an unnamed USA official told the Post.

Pilots criticize Boeing's 737 Max design at House hearing

June 20, 2019

The Boeing 737 MAX has come under intense criticism after two planes of that model recently crashed in Ethiopia and Indonesia , killing a total of 346 people. Sullenberger is accompanied by from left, Sharon Pinkerton with Airlines for America, Captain Dan Carey with the Allied Pilots Association, Sara Nelson with the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, and former Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Randy Babbitt, during the hearing.

Summer worsens in the Arctic, record ice melts in Greenland

June 20, 2019

Climate researcher at the DMI, Ruth Mottram, explains: "As the ice in this region is relatively thick and fracture free, the meltwater is unable to drain away through cracks in the ice as it would normally and hence the challenging conditions for the dog sleds".

White House Tries to Stop Hope Hicks' Congressional Testimony

June 20, 2019

A transcript of the session will be released in the coming days. Several Democrats conceded that, as of Wednesday morning, they had yet to learn much new information as well, but expressed confidence that further questioning throughout the day would prove successful.

Man dies in stabbing following weekend of violence in capital

June 20, 2019

A crime scene remains in place and there are road closures on West Ham Lane between Widdin Street and Paul Street. "Detectives from the Homicide and Major Crime Command investigate". Officers were ambushed by around 100 youths and were pelted with bottles, while polcie seized a large hunting knife found on the floor. He said: "Sadiq is focusing on supporting London's communities and over-stretched emergency services".

Helicopter saves 6 climbers in Pakistan's north

June 20, 2019

The climbers were at an altitude of around 5,300 meters (17,390 feet) in Ishkoman Valley in the Ghizar district. The military had dispatched two helicopters for the rescue of the expedition. In March, the bodies of Italian Daniele Nardi and Briton Tom Ballard were recovered from a mountain in Pakistan two weeks after they disappeared at an altitude of about 6,300m.

Donald Trump launches 2020 reelection campaign

June 20, 2019

President Donald Trump launched his 2020 reelection campaign on Tuesday much the same way he rode to power in 2016 - with a raucous, nationalist rally stirring fear of illegal immigration and vowing to fight for blue collar workers. She declared that it was proof that "enthusiasm across the country for this president is unmatched and unlike anything we've ever seen". On Tuesday, he launched his re-election bid in Florida, a swing state that he must win.

Information