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Snow Blankets Calgary Amid Winter Storm Warning

September 30, 2019

The area had received 45 to 55 centimeters of snow by then, according to a reports submitted to Environment Canada . The agency says the snowfall is expected to stop sometime Monday afternoon. Parts of southwest Alberta, namely the Pincher Creek area, are getting hammered and as of 9: 30 a.m. Saturday already saw 30 cm of snow. Several Alberta school boards have reported closures.

Hong Kong upholds ban on National Day march after violence

September 30, 2019

Hong Kong singer-activist Denise Ho (何韻詩) and several officials and legislators from Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party were seen at the rally. Chinese authorities are particularly concerned about what the protesters might do on Tuesday's "National Day", which marks the 70th anniversary of Communist rule in China.

Claims against Boris Johnson overshadow Conservative Party Conference

September 30, 2019

According to the report, Johnson phoned the monarch following a Supreme Court decision, which declared the five-week prorogation of the parliament null and void, to personally apologize to her for advising her to suspend the legislature. The Benn Act would stop a no-deal Brexit on Halloween and force the prime minister to ask for a further extension of Article 50 - the legal mechanism for leaving the European Union - by October 19th, but die-hard Remainers fear that they will not have ...

Hong Kong ramps up security for China's National Day

September 30, 2019

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Taipei and four other major Taiwanese cities on Sunday as part of a global "anti-totalitarianism rally" in support of Hong Kong protesters who have been demanding greater democracy for the last four months.

McConnell: ‘No choice’ to take up impeachment after House

September 30, 2019

On Sunday, Democratic House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff said Congress was finalising plans to have the whistleblower testify to Congress in private. There remains a stark partisan divide on the issue, with 88% of Democrats approving and 93% of Republicans disapproving of the inquiry. House Democratic Caucus Chairman Hakeem Jeffries of NY urged the caucus to talk about impeachment by repeating the words "betrayal, abuse of power, national security".

Panel to Hear ‘Very Soon’ From Whistle-Blower, Schiff Says

September 30, 2019

During the 2016 election, Donald Trump's supporters relished chanting that Hillary Clinton should be "locked up". The White House last week released a rough transcript of Trump's July 25 call with Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

Prince Harry visits ex-minefield his mother Princess Diana once stepped through

September 30, 2019

Meghan was shown tying a ribbon she had signed at the site where a 19-year-old student was murdered in Cape Town last month, in a photo posted on the couple's official Instagram account. "His mother had also visited the London Middlesex Hospital to open UK's first unit dedicated to treating people with HIV and AIDS back in April 1987".

Robust 6.eight magnitude quake off Chile coast: USGS

September 30, 2019

The USGS initially calculated the magnitude at 7.2. The national emergency agency said there were no reported injuries or damage to basic services. "Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to natural disaster shaking, though vulnerable structures exist".

Drone Finds Fugitive 17 Years After He Escaped From Prison

September 30, 2019

They surrounded the hideout from three directions and successfully caught Mr Song who was tearing paper outside the cave. According to police , there was a "special hunting team" formed to arrest Song. "There are traces of activity and domestic garbage outside the cave, which is very likely to be the hiding place", they determined. Officers immediately headed to the area and spent more than an hour climbing the cliff with their bare hands.

Pakistani mercenaries among troops captured during Saudi attack: Yemen`s Houthi rebels

September 30, 2019

According to the head of the Houthis' prisoner affairs committee, the captives were in the lists included in the prisoner swap deal that had been agreed upon in Stockholm in December. Saudi Arabia intervened in Yemen's war in 2015 to prop up the government after the Huthi insurgents ousted it from the capital Sanaa the previous year.

Hong Kong Protesters To Join 'Anti-Totalitarianism Rally' Today

September 30, 2019

The rally was called to mark the fifth anniversary of the 2014 Umbrella Movement , in which protesters occupied key thoroughfares in the downtown area for 79 days beginning September 28 to demand direct elections for the city's leaders but failed to win any government concessions.

Trump attacks impeachment accusers in tweets that mentioned civil war

September 30, 2019

The impeachment inquiry was launched after a Central Intelligence Agency whistle-blower raised the alarm about a July 25 telephone call between Mr Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskiy, the president of Ukraine . The president has denied any wrongdoing. "The complaint's been filed, it should be processed by. all the committees that have a dog in that fight for oversight", Amodei said on the call.

Saudi crown prince denies ordering journalist’s murder

September 30, 2019

But he said he preferred a peaceful resolution because regional war would collapse the global economy. It hit the Hijra Khurais - one of Saudi Arabia's largest oil fields, producing about 1.5 million barrels a day - and Abqaiq, the world's biggest crude stabilization facility, which processes seven million barrels of Saudi oil a day, or about 8 per cent of the world's total output.

Russians set to rally to demand release of jailed protesters

September 30, 2019

Thousands of people are rallying in Moscow to demand the release of those who were arrested during a wave of opposition demonstrations this summer. The police says people were detained or prosecuted for breaking the law and that the protests had to be dispersed as they had not been authorized and were illegal.

Trump wants to meet 'whistleblower' at the center of Ukraine probe

September 30, 2019

Even before the whistleblower complaint was made available to lawmakers, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi declared Trump had betrayed his oath of office and announced this past week she was opening a formal impeachment inquiry into the President .

Woman gives birth hours before dying after falling from moving car

September 30, 2019

Helena Broadbent, 32, died in hospital from her injuries after delivering her baby via c-section. Mum-of-two Helena Broadbent was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after she fell from a moving vehicle in Kiwi Retreat, a suburb in Melbourne, Australia.

Fire Breaks Out At High-Speed Train Station In Saudi Arabia

September 30, 2019

Authorities in Jiddah acknowledged fighting the fire and said they would release more details later. There have been no reports of casualties as yet, and the possible cause of the blaze is also unknown. It operates trains that travel at a speed of 300 kilometres per hour and is the fastest train in the Middle East. The Haramain Rail line - which was inaugurated by the Custodian of the two Holy Mosques King Salman last September - links Mecca and Madinah.

UK PM Johnson denies favors for USA businesswoman

September 30, 2019

The allegations overshadowed the Conservative Party's four-day annual conference in Manchester , where Johnson is trying to rally the party under the slogan "Get Brexit Done". "No, I have undertaken to lead the party and my country at a hard time and I am going to continue to do that". Asked in a television interview if he had inappropriately touched her thigh as she reported, Johnson said: "No".

Senior SNP figure hints at United Kingdom no-confidence vote next week

September 30, 2019

Speaking of Boris Johnson and his determination to deliver Brexit at any cost , Ian Blackford said the SNP would back "anything that tries to close down his ability" to defy the so-called Benn Act, which puts the Prime Minister under a legal obligation to request an extension on 19 October if he has not agreed upon a Brexit deal by then.

Whistleblower’s attorney says ’60 Minutes’ misinterpreted letter in federal protection report

September 30, 2019

But Hahn warned against becoming distracted from the impeachment inquiry by claims made by the president's personal lawyer. "Now, are we ever going to investigate Biden?" he added. "Discussions continue to occur to coordinate & finalize logistics but no date/time has yet been set". Trump's allies fanned out across the Sunday talk shows with myriad responses.

Extremists attack U.S. military base in Somalia

September 30, 2019

In the first attack, the Somali army says it repelled an attempt by al-Shabab to storm Belidogle military airstrip which hosts Somali and US forces. Also on Monday, a based operated by U.S. AFRICOM confirmed a strike by USA drones about two weeks ago in support of Somali forces who came under attack by al-Shabab militants while on patrol in Lower Juba province.

TROPICS: Lorenzo Remains Category 4 Hurricane

September 30, 2019

Ireland's national meteorological service said Saturday that there's still a " margin of uncertainty " about the storm's path and its likely impact on the country. They could cause rough surf and deadly rip currents along shorelines. Besides the wind, Lorenzo is forecast to bring three to 6 inches of rain over the western Azores and 1 to 2 inches of rain over the central part of the island chain.

Rains batter Bihar, Patna remains flooded ahead of festive season

September 30, 2019

While 25 people died on Saturday, 10 deaths were reported on Friday. The death toll from torrential rains in northern India has risen to 120, with more than 50 deaths reported in the past 24 hours alone, officials say. Already NDRF teams and other disaster management teams have been deployed in the states for restoring the situation back to normal. At least 13 trains were cancelled this morning.

Saudi Arabia warns of ‘unimaginably high’ oil prices

September 30, 2019

Saudi authorities subsequently charged 11 people for the crime; the hearings in the case are still underway. The crown prince said he would prefer a political rather than a military response to Iran, as a war between Saudi Arabia and Iran would collapse the global economy.

What Is Rosh Hashanah?

September 30, 2019

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is calling on the State Police to increase their presence near synagogues and religious centers during the upcoming Jewish High Holidays. On the other side of the Persian Gulf, Emirati Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan wished Jews a happy new year. Moses Jacob Korlekar, 74, secretary of the 170-year-old Beth El Synagogue, Panvel, made elaborate arrangements for the 15 Jewish families who worship there.

Nevada Congressman is first House Republican to support impeachment inquiry

September 30, 2019

Amodei said that anyone who "thinks that somehow there is a vote to convict before the process has played out-as called for by the resolution unanimously supported by everyone concerned-is simply, individual fantasy". "I don't know that it's a smoking gun". "We all must consider the unsafe precedent that would set". Referring to Trump's consistent problem of having words twisted by news outlets, Amodei added: "I now have a full appreciation of how the President feels".

Meghan Markle visits memorial to murdered South African teen

September 30, 2019

The Duchess of Sussex met with female leaders in Cape Town , while Prince Harry was in Angola. The killing of the popular teenager, known as Nene, has triggered a wave of protests in South Africa amid anger at the high rates of violence against women.

Boris Johnson denies wrongdoing over Jennifer Arcuri cash

September 30, 2019

He has said he would rather be "dead in a ditch" that request a delay. "I believe it is my responsibility to do that". Johnson, shown at at the reopening of Parliament on Wednesday in London, told BBC on Sunday: 'I have undertaken to lead the party and my country at a hard time, and I am going to continue to do that.

Snowstorm Hits Northern Rocky Mountains, Dropping 2 Feet of Snow on Montana

September 30, 2019

Steve Bullock, who declared a winter storm emergency in his state. Montana Governor Steve Bullock issued an emergency order in the state on Sunday due to a severe early winter storm that has already left several feet of snow in some parts of northwest Montana.

NYPD officer from Yorktown Heights shot, killed in the Bronx

September 30, 2019

NYPD Officer Brian Mulkeen, 33, lived in Yorktown Heights with his girlfriend, also an NYPD officer, said Chief of Department Terence Monahan during a press conference. (See photo above.) The suspect who was killed is a 27-year-old man who was on probation for a narcotics-related arrest last year. He had several other convictions, including for a burglary in Rockland County.

Congress is determined to get access to Donald Trump's calls with Putin

September 30, 2019

However, these findings suggest that it this is not the case: most moderate Democrats side with liberal Democrats in supporting impeachment proceedings. A slight majority of Democrats think holding an impeachment inquiry in 2020 is better for them; just over half of Republicans think it's better for their side.

Two dead as roller coaster auto derails in Mexico City

September 30, 2019

According to officials, the incident took place at the La Feria Chapultepec amusement park on Saturday, Sept. 28. It happened in a bend where the track is close to the ground. Media reports said the park's Quimera roller coaster involved in the accident features a 1-km ride of up to 35 meters above the ground and three 360-degree flips.

Hong Kong police deploys tear gas during 17th weekend of protests

September 30, 2019

A 32-year-old protester who would give only his surname, Chau, said the demonstrators hope to wear down the government. "The consensus right now is that everyone's methods are valid and we all do our part". Protesters are planning a major march on Tuesday's anniversary, and many are anticipating a potentially fierce showdown with police and pro-Beijing groups.

Azerbaijani president expresses condolences to French counterpart

September 30, 2019

The French presidency announced on Friday that Chirac would lie in state Sunday during a public ceremony at the Invalides monument, where France honours its heroes. Left unsaid was Chirac's opposition to the USA invasion of Iraq in 2003. Chirac was long the standard-bearer of France's conservative right. He contested the ruling but did not appeal it, saying the French people "know who I am: an honest man" who worked only for "the grandeur of France and for peace".

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Pays Tribute To Murdered South African Student

September 29, 2019

The Duchess of Sussex wanted to pay her respects to Uyinene's mother, and also take a stand against gender based violence and femicide in the city. A 42-year-old male post office employee has been arrested over the killing. The 10-day, multicountry visit continued on Saturday for Harry with a meeting in Angola with the president of the southern African nation.

Determined To Access Trump's Phone Calls With Putin, Say Democrats

September 29, 2019

The rules of impeachment are clear on that point, the aide said, and questions have been asked and answered in the past. "And if he wants to talk to the United States government, he should talk to the State Department". One of the tweets read: 'The conversation with the new and very good Ukraine President, who told the Fake News, at the United Nations, that HE WAS NOT PRESSURED BY ME IN ANY WAY, SHAPE, OR FORM, should by and of itself bring an end to the new and most recent Witch Hunt.

Dem Report: NRA Was 'Foreign Asset' for Russian Federation

September 29, 2019

And the NRA's soon-to-be president Pete Brownell was enticed to join the trip only after being assured that he could explore private business opportunities while in Moscow, which he did. The record reflects it wasn't an official NRA trip. "Frankly, I had similar concerns". This story was reported from Cincinnati. A spokesman for Mr.

Hong Kong leads global 'anti-China' rallies ahead of 70th anniversary

September 29, 2019

One 25-year-old woman from Beijing, who travelled to Hong Kong to participate in a human chain protest in late August, was among the mainland Chinese to have expressed support for the city's pro-democracy movement. They intend to head from SOGO department store to government headquarters in Admiralty, but organisers did not apply for police approval. Police later used a water cannon truck to fire a blue liquid, used to identify protesters, and fired tear gas after protesters lobbed gasoline ...

Sebastian Kurz's Conservative People's Party Far Ahead in Parliamentary Vote in Austria

September 29, 2019

Supporters of Austrian Peoples Party (OeVP) Sebastian Kurz react after the close of the polling stations in Vienna, Austria September 29, 2019. Articles appear on euronews.com for a limited time. Experts have predicted "whizz-kid" Mr. Kurz could once again partner up with the Freedom Party (FPOe) in a re-run of the coalition that has been touted by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and other nationalists as a model for all of Europe.

Egypt says security forces kill 15 militants in Sinai

September 29, 2019

The claim could not be immediately verified. "Also on Friday, Egypt's Defence Ministry said security forces had murdered 118 militants in central and north Sinai at the" past period", without giving dates. The statement did not say when the raid took place. Menwhile on Thursday an Israeli man was reported missing in Egypt and is believed to be somewhere in Sinai.

Police tear gases protesting students in Makassar, Indonesia

September 29, 2019

On Tuesday, demonstrations turned violent as police clashed with protesters wearing hoodies and masks. President Widodo has acknowledged four of the total 628 articles of the bill as controversial, and on Friday announced that it will not be approved until the next term of parliament, which begins in October.

Greta Thunberg Leads Tens Of Thousands Of Protesters At Montreal Climate March

September 29, 2019

Similar rallies were held in cities across the country. Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer was the only federal leader to skip the event. Taking all the attention towards climate change, she raised the issue of concern, especially for the future generations.

Boris Johnson faces probe for alleged United States businesswoman links

September 29, 2019

The Sunday Times leads with a story saying Jennifer Arcuri told friends she was having an affair with Mr Johnson when he was London's mayor, and another front page article reports Mr Johnson apologised to the Queen after last week's court ruling against his suspension of Parliament.

Benny Gantz rejects conditions for forming unity government

September 29, 2019

Likud said later that Gantz and Netanyahu had spoken by phone, agreeing that negotiators for both sides would meet Wednesday morning followed by talks between the two leaders. "There is no option" other than unity, said Zeev Elkin, a lawmaker with Netanyahu's Likud party. On Saturday, the Likud party said in a statement that Netanyahu instructed his negotiating team "to make every possible effort to advance a broad unity government" during talks on Sunday.

Thousands hit the streets of Ottawa calling for action on climate change

September 29, 2019

Thunberg was invited to address the United Nations summit, where the 16-year-old gave an emotional, rousing speech in which she communicated the anger of youth who will have to live with the consequences of climate change if action is not taken.

Hong Kong protesters mark five years since ‘Umbrella’ street movement

September 29, 2019

The pro-democracy protest comes ahead of what is expected to be a tense period as the People's Republic of China celebrates the 70th anniversary of its founding on Tuesday. "We will stick together to fight for freedom", said Sam, 33, dressed in black and wearing a mask. "I came here but I want to support them from Australia ", he told AFP .

Yemen's rebels claim to have captured hundreds of Saudis in offensive

September 29, 2019

Al-e Habib further pointed to the high number of Saudi nationals among the main operatives committing the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States, adding that the Saudi regime has turned into a hotbed for "radicalism", with many terrorist leaders being known to have studied in Saudi-backed schools.

Meghan honours murdered South African student

September 29, 2019

Emily Andrews also revealed details about Meghan's secret trip, saying: "Yellow ribbons have been left as tributes to #Uyinene Mrwetyana and Meghan left a moving message, written in her distinctive calligraphy, in local language Xhosa: 'We stand together in this situation".

No-deal Brexit "may well happen" - British health minister

September 29, 2019

The referral follows allegations in the Sunday Times of potential conflicts of interest over his dealings with Jennifer Arcuri , described as a former model turned tech entrepreneur, who reportedly took part in three foreign trade missions alongside Johnson in a year - two of them to Tel Aviv - despite not being eligible for inclusion.

Teen climate activist Greta Thunberg greeted as star at Montreal march

September 29, 2019

Thunberg first announced Schwarzenegger's offer to share his electric Hummer on a Swedish talk show, where she said it was "one of the funniest" offers of help she has received since coming to New York City last month to demonstrate with young climate change zealots and speak at the United Nations climate summit last week.

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