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6,000 passengers trapped on cruise ship in Italy over feared coronavirus case

January 30, 2020

Carnival shares erased some of their earlier losses on the news of the medical tests, and traded down 3.5% at 10:33 a.m.in NY. The ship is docked north of the Eternal City, per The Associated Press, while passengers share photos of the vessel's crowded quarters on Twitter.

European Union issues guidelines for 5G infrastructure, but doesn't mention curtailing Huawei

January 30, 2020

The British decision may mollify Beijing - or that at least must be the hope in London . The British government has given the green light to Huawei Technologies Co. His remarks underline the extent to which the UK will come under United States pressure in trade negotiations to maximise its distance from the EU, even though this may mean a more limited UK-EU trade deal.

9,000 USA soldiers threaten to leave Korea over funding row

January 30, 2020

Workers to be directly affected by such notices have offered to work without pay out of concern over how the situation could harm South Korea's national defense, according to Son Gi-o, a representative of the U.S. Seoul and Washington remain deadlocked over the cost-sharing agreement. Sources say that the Chinese government refused to allow two Japanese planes to fly to Wuhan in one day and also turned down USA flight schedules multiple times before finally approving them.

Prashant Kishor expelled from JD(U) for ‘anti-party activities’

January 30, 2020

Party insiders say both these leaders were acting as a part of JD-U strategy to put pressure on the BJP to declare Nitish as NDA's chief ministerial face in Bihar while a section of BJP leaders wanted to project someone else as the NDA face this time.

Woman charged with murder of her three children in Dublin

January 30, 2020

She was arrested last night and is being questioned at Clondalkin Garda Station. Nine-year-old Conor, Darragh who was seven, and three-year-old Carla McGinley, were found dead on Friday. Mr Dunphy asked for continuing psychiatric treatment and assessment. The children's father Andrew McGinley spoke yesterday about the grief over his loss.

Trump touts Van Drew impeachment rebuke at New Jersey rally

January 30, 2020

Van Drew, a longtime Democrat, switched parties late a year ago in a show of his opposition to Trump's impeachment. Bundled up in sleeping bags, hats and gloves, and sitting in folding chairs many of them planned to toss later, the crowd of people - which started Sunday afternoon - quickly grew to a few thousand who are waiting eagerly to be part of the 7,500 people admitted inside to see President Donald Trump speak later tonight.

How to clear Facebook history, disconnect third-party apps, sites

January 30, 2020

The tool, initially known as Clear History , was first introduced by CEO Mark Zuckerberg at a developers' conference in 2018. You can and should download a copy of that data that Facebook collected about you to see exactly how much information makes its way into those ad algorithms.

Wuhan virus: China regulator approves charter flights to bring home Wuhan tourists

January 30, 2020

News reports have said tens of flight attendants, many of whom hold executive positions in the company's labor union, volunteered to work on the flight to lend help in the emergency situation. American Airlines Group Inc said on Wednesday it would suspend flights from Los Angeles to Beijing and Shanghai but continue flying from Dallas, and Delta Air Lines said it was halving its U.S.

Mexico border: Longest smuggling tunnel found by agents

January 30, 2020

The tunnel stretches more than 1,313 meters (4,309 feet) - starting in an industrial area in the Mexican town of Tijuana and ending near a warehouse area in the United States city of San Diego. "I am proud of the tremendous efforts of the Tunnel Task Force and our agents", said Deputy Chief Patrol Agent Aaron M Heitke. What's believed to be a former exit to the tunnel was found in San Diego County's Otay Mesa warehouse district, but hundreds of sandbags blocked access to the tunnel at the ...

ACT fire dubbed 'most serious' bushfire threat since 2003

January 30, 2020

People in these suburbs are in danger and need to seek immediate shelter as the fire approaches". The news service noted that a few days of cooler weather gave firefighters a chance to try to get the fires still burning - there's more than 100 of them - under control.

BBC to cut 450 journalists and newsroom staff

January 30, 2020

The 98-year-old corporation, locked in a battle with the government over its future, said fewer viewers were watching its scheduled news programmes and it needed to invest in new formats on its digital platforms. The cuts also come amid payouts to some female staff, with radio presenter Sarah Montague getting a £400,000 settlement and Samira Ahmed winning an employment tribunal in a dispute over equal pay.

Late-night comedians roast Pompeo over attacks on NPR host

January 30, 2020

In addition to the president's constant use of the label "fake news" for anything that remotely criticizes him and the canceling of White House press briefings, we now have the State Department barring NPR from traveling with Secretary Pompeo because one of their reporters asked questions that he didn't like and couldn't answer.

Caravan in Mexico broken up by national guardsmen, immigration agents

January 30, 2020

Mexico faces pressure to keep the migrants from crossing its northern border from US President Donald Trump, who a year ago threatened to impose steep tariffs if the country did not do more to stop a surge of undocumented Central Americans.

Airlines suspend China flights, cut services on virus fears

January 30, 2020

The airline said in a statement that the cancellations are because of a "significant decline in demand". Air Seoul, a budget airline , became the first South Korean airline to suspend its fights to mainland Chinese destinations apart from Wuhan, stopping its flights to the cities of Zhangjiajie and Linyi.

Hong Kong Closes Museums and Limits Travel in Wake of Coronavirus Outbreak

January 30, 2020

Jetstar - one of two Australian airlines that offer flights to mainland China - announced it had suspended services to Hefei, Guiyang and Xuzhou until March 31, 2020 , after China temporarily banned global group travel from the country.

Police seek dad, baby after 3 women killed in South Florida

January 30, 2020

An Amber Alert was issued by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for a missing newborn who may be with his father following a triple homicide in Miami-Dade County. All three victims - identified as Hispanic women between the ages of 40 and 80 - had been shot, police sources said. Authorities continue to search for Andrew Caballeiro.

Man Accused of Killing Missing Wife Is in Critical Condition

January 30, 2020

As previously reported, Dulos was charged with murder in the death of his estranged wife, Jennifer, who went missing in May. Investigators found her vehicle near a park not far from her home, but she has not been seen or heard from since, and officials now believe she is dead.

Lufthansa Group, British Airways suspend China flights in wake of Coronavirus

January 29, 2020

The airline said it will suspend the route between February 9 and March 27 but will continue service from Dallas-Fort Worth. United Airlines , which has the most number of flights (about a dozen daily) to Hong Kong and mainland China among all US airlines, on Tuesday announced it will cancel dozens of flights in February to Hong Kong and mainland China.

Putin pardons drug-trafficking Israeli woman ahead of Netanyahu’s visit to Moscow

January 29, 2020

Sentenced to seven and a half years in prison, Issachar asked for a presidential pardon after Putin met her mother during a visit to Jerusalem last week. -Israeli woman jailed in Russian Federation on drug charges, receiving acknowledgement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the eve of their bilateral meeting.

Man Smokes Marijuana in Court While Appearing on a Drug Possession Charge

January 29, 2020

He puffed on the joint then turned to the packed audience and said, "The people deserve better". The sheriff office's video footage of the incident shows Boston reaching the podium in front of Judge Haywood Barry and reaching into his pocket to take out what appears to be a rolled marijuana cigarette.

Trump looks to sign trade deal, show wins during impeachment

January 29, 2020

Senate on charges of abusing power and obstructing Congress, welcomed Republican senators at the South Lawn event by name. The new deal requires a higher percentage of vehicles to be made in North America to qualify for tariff-free treatment.

Air Canada cancels select flights to China as coronavirus spreads

January 29, 2020

USA rival Goldman Sachs Group Inc imposed similar measures, according to a memo seen by Reuters. The coronavirus that originated in the city of Wuhan has killed 106 people in China and spread across the world, rattling financial markets. The airline and its regional arm Mandarin Airlines stopped from Monday serving hot meals and have replaced tablecloths and napkins with paper towels on cross-strait and Hong Kong flights.

Syria army conquers second largest Idlib town

January 29, 2020

Maaret al-Numan, which is almost deserted after months of bombardment, lies on the M5 highway linking Damascus to Syria's second city Aleppo, a main artery coveted by the regime as it tries to rekindle a moribund economy. Turkey, which has a 911-kilometer (566-mile) border with Syria along its southern frontier, has 12 military observation posts in the region, under a deal with Moscow and Tehran in 2017.

Australians evacuated from Wuhan to be quarantined on Christmas Island

January 29, 2020

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says people will only be allowed back to the Australian mainland once it's confirmed they don't have the disease. "Anyone transported to Christmas Island would be there, we envisage, for up to 14 days", he said.

Palestinians diplomatically isolated as Arab states welcome Trump's plan

January 29, 2020

Israel's military issued a statement saying that based on an assessment of the situation, it was reinforcing divisions for the West Bank and Gaza with additional combat troops. The plan would also allow Israel to immediately annex virtually all its settlements in the occupied West Bank, which are viewed as illegal by the Palestinians and most of the worldwide community.

Los Angeles high-rise building catches fire

January 29, 2020

At least one man was seen clinging to the outside of the tower on the 6th floor awaiting fire rescue. "Persons (number undetermined) have reportedly jumped from that or nearby floors", Humphrey said. There were early reports that some people had jumped from the building after flames began raging through the sixth floor, but Hogan said that wasn't true.

Missing from Trump’s rally: An impeachment diatribe

January 29, 2020

Trump's rally in Wildwood , N.J. Tuesday night takes place in newly-minted Republican Rep. Jeff Van Drew's district, who, after switching parties, declared his "undying support" for the president. "A few weeks ago, Jeff was one of the few courageous and principled Democrat lawmakers who stood up to the House Democrats and the outrageous abuse of power you see going on right now", the president said, alluding to his impeachment.

Rep. Collins predicts bipartisan vote to acquit Trump in impeachment trial

January 29, 2020

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., is seen as a possible defection on impeachment . Now, I think that he can clear himself - what I know, what I've heard. Trump in the call asked his counterpart to "look into" allegations of corruption against the Bidens. They impeached Trump on December 18, 2019, largely over the call and a hold Trump placed on congressionally approved military aid that they allege was linked to the request for an investigation.

Maryland cop charged for fatally shooting handcuffed man in squad vehicle

January 29, 2020

Michael Owen, a 10-year-veteran of the department, has been charged with murder, manslaughter and associated weapons charges. The fateful encounter between Green and Owen came after 911 calls made surrounding a driver hitting multiple vehicles, prompting police to pull Green over in the town of Temple Hills.

Tsunami Warning Issued After 7.7 Earthquake Rocks Jamaica, Cuba

January 29, 2020

The quake, initially reported as a magnitude 7.3 before being upgraded, was centred in the sea between Jamaica, the Cayman Islands and Cuba, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometres. She said there was no apparent damage in the heart of the colonial city. The statement from Hazard Management Cayman Islands reads: "A 7.7 magnitude natural disaster has occurred approximately 80 miles ESE of Cayman Brac and Little Cayman".

Johnson risks Trump rift after approving 5G role for Huawei

January 29, 2020

The European Commission released Wednesday its security recommendations for EU countries to introduce the fifth generation of mobile networks, called 5G. They would, for example, help make possible "smart" robotic factories. European Union digital chief Margrethe Vestager and European Union industry chief Thierry Breton will present the guidelines at a press conference later on Wednesday.

Daughter of late Holocaust survivors pays tribute to their courage

January 29, 2020

A boy walks away after putting a stone on the " Auschwitz Never Again" monument in Amsterdam. A survivor attends commemorations at Auschwitz . Five Holocaust survivors were brought here as children during the War. The document included detailed accounts of the unfolding Holocaust as witnessed by members of the Polish resistance, but drew disbelief and only muted reactions from the global community.

Boy, 9, yelled 'die, die' during stabbing

January 29, 2020

The mother of the children told police that she left the apartment for about 10 minutes on Monday to check the mail and get some candy for her children from a neighbor in the Berkeley Pointe Apartments complex, according to the arrest affidavit.

Magnitude 7.7 natural disaster hits off coast of Jamaica

January 29, 2020

The quake struck at 2.10pm EST, its epicenter about 72 miles northwest of Lucea, Jamaica, and at a depth of 6.2 miles, according to the US Geological Survey. A recent bulletin from the Tsunami Warning Center explained the dangers posed by tsunamis after earthquakes such as this. The National Tsunami Warning Center issued a statement at the time, noting that earthquakes of this size are "known to generate tsunamis unsafe to shorelines near the source", but that there was no danger for ...

Prince Andrew Creates New Suspicion During Investigation After 'Zero Cooperation'

January 29, 2020

The tweeted comments came after United States attorney Geoffrey Berman said that NY prosecutors and the FBI had reached out to Prince Andrew's lawyers as part of their investigation into convicted sex felon Jeffrey Epstein but there was "zero cooperation" from the royal.

Russian operators stop selling tours to China over coronavirus

January 29, 2020

The festival will now run until Sunday instead of ending this Thursday. The authorities have shut down the entire city to prevent the spreading of the virus. The foreign ministry, moreover, said it will dispatch a chartered planed to Wuhan as early as Thursday to bring back the 500 to 600 citizens in the city.

Australia Battles New Bushfire Threat as Smoke Cloaks Capital

January 29, 2020

Weather forecasters predict "increasingly challenging fire weather for the coming weekend, driven by extremely high temperatures and low humidity", the Australian Capital Territory's Emergency Services Authority said . "On our worst fire day, I will not be able to put a fire truck on every corner". There is now no threat to Canberra suburbs - which have been heavily impacted by smoke from the fires - but Canberrans are being warned to stay on alert.

Coronavirus: United Airlines cancels some China flights over virus fears

January 29, 2020

The company was suspending some flights from Newark, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco to Beijing, Hong Kong and Shanghai from February 1-8 because of decreased demand caused by the virus, a spokesperson told FOX Business. "Working in tandem with them, I'm confident our federal research agencies can develop a vaccine in record time". The CDC's latest announcement comes as the virus death toll in mainland China has risen to 132, while cases have surged to 5,974.

Grenfell Tower adviser resigns after mounting public pressure

January 29, 2020

On Monday, the inquiry will switch from focusing on the night of the fire to the refurbishment of the building and its role in the blaze, as well as issues surrounding building regulations. An internal report from an Arconic director in 2011 noted the material Reynobond PE was "dangerous on facades". After hearing the "shocking" allegations against the companies, Fire Brigades Union general secretary Matt Wrack called for an overhaul of the "entire system" of building and fire safety.

Natural disaster triggers tsunami warning for Cuba, Jamaica and Caymans

January 29, 2020

Folks in Santiago, Cuba and Montego Bay, Jamaica also reported feeling a forceful shaking, but didn't see any major damage nearby. There were several aftershocks, including one the US Geological Survey said had a magnitude of 6.1. According to the USGS, the earthquake's epicenter was to the south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica. The quake occurred on the plate boundary between the North American and Caribbean tectonic plates, about six miles below the earth's surface, which the ...

US, UK leaders talk telecoms security ahead of 5G decision

January 29, 2020

Asked whether or not a deal between the United Kingdom and Huawei in rolling out its 5G network would cause "major upset" Mr Mnuchin responded: "We are in active discussions with the United Kingdom government and others about Huawei, again Huawei is a complicated issue".

Menendez demands State Department allow NPR reporter on upcoming Pompeo trip

January 29, 2020

The reporter was not directly involved in the disputed interview in which NPR host Mary Louise Kelly claimed she was ridiculed and shouted at by the secretary in his private office at department headquarters after an interview last week in which he had resisted her questions about the former USA ambassador to Ukraine.

B.C. man presumed to have coronavirus doing well: health official

January 29, 2020

Under the restrictions, undergraduate students are prohibited from traveling to China on school-related trips. Despite this Health Minister Greg Hunt confirmed that the number of infected people in Australia will rise, as the outbreak continues.

Hamas official rejects US, Israeli ‘çonspiracies’

January 29, 2020

Israeli fighter planes attacked the Gaza Strip's strongholds in retaliation for a wave of unmanned balloons equipped with fire equipment launched in the wind from the Palestinian enclave. Earlier this month Israeli warplanes pummelled the Gaza Strip in what Israel said were retaliatory strikes. "The (Israeli) occupation and the US administration will bear the responsibility for what they did", senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya said as he participated in one of several protests that broke ...

Harvard professor charged with hiding China ties

January 29, 2020

The case emphasizes the dangers of Chinese counterintelligence, according to the USA attorney. "The charges brought by the USA government against Professor Lieber are extremely serious", Harvard said in a statement . The filings say he was also given more than $1.5m to establish a research lab at Wuhan University of Technology and, in return, was expected to work for the university, applying for patents and publishing articles in its name.

Coronavirus Outbreak Updates: Hong Kong Bans Visitors From China's Hubei

January 29, 2020

Physical gold demand was subdued in major Asian hubs last week on account of the Lunar New Year holidays, with growing fears the virus outbreak in China could further dampen activity. It has also put a temporary ban on the sale of wildlife. Indian Embassy in Beijing has said that it is in close touch with Indians in Wuhan. Wuhan and 16 surrounding cities have been placed on lockdown, essentially attempting to isolate a population of more than 50 million.

Prince Andrew refuses to cooperate with feds in Jeffrey Epstein probe

January 29, 2020

The FBI and USA federal prosecutors want to interview Prince Andrew about dead financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein , but so far the royal has been silent on the bureau's request. He wouldn't discuss the Epstein investigation in detail but reiterated that the case didn't end with his death. In December, sources told Reuters, law enforcement did not plan at that time to interview Andrew, although the investigation was said to be at an early stage.

Press Conference About Fotis Dulos Held Outside of Hospital

January 29, 2020

Dulos will be flown to another hospital to be treated for carbon monoxide poisoning in a hyperbaric chamber, his attorney tells FOX61. "If there is any type of life present, the patient would be transported to the hospital, and that's what happened today", he said.

Florida residents report feeling powerful natural disaster that hit between Cuba, Jamaica

January 28, 2020

Tsunami waves reaching 30cm to 1m above the tide level were possible for coastal parts of Belize, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, the Cayman Islands and Jamaica, it said. Carol Rosenberg, a New York Times reporter, tweeted that the "earth is literally shaking here" at the press room at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba. "Cayman Islands and Cuba", the International Tsunami Information Centre said.

Netanyahu formally charged with corruption hours after dropping his request for immunity

January 28, 2020

Netanyahu's indictment comes hours before Trump's announcement for the so-called Deal of the Century. Israel's attorney general filed the indictment on charges of fraud, breach of trust and bribery against Benjamin Netanyahu on January 28, hours after the prime minister withdrew his request for parliamentary immunity.