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Early-Morning Fatal Fire Under Investigation in NH

July 24, 2017

Crews had a hard time moving through the home due to "a hoarding condition which made searching the premises of the building very hard for firefighters", according to a spokesman at the scene. No firefighters or rescue personnel were injured. Responding crews found heavy fire at the single-family home upon arrival. At this time, his name is not being released.

Severe storms strike Maryland's Eastern Shore; possible tornado hits Kent Island

July 24, 2017

Much of the reported damage is focused in the "Bay City" area of Stevensville, just across the Bay Bridge. More than 8,000 Delmarva Power customers in Queen Anne's County are now without power. Route 8 South (Romancoke Road) is closed to local and emergency services only, according to the Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office. "It has been the only transport our EMS crews have done".

USC to fire former dean over allegations of drug abuse

July 24, 2017

Puliafito has been suspended and is barred from campus and all USC-affiliated activities, Quick said in his statement. The announcement came after the school said it was hiring a former judge and federal prosecutor to head an investigation into Los Angeles Times (http://lat.ms/2tOJ4j6 ) reports that Puliafito was seen on video apparently smoking methamphetamine and consorting with addicts and criminals.

Alaskan town mourns death of its honorary mayor

July 24, 2017

Mayor Stubbs was originally adopted by Nagley's General Store Manager Lauri Stec, when he was a kitten. "He was a trooper until the very last day of his life", the family said. Stubbs, age 20, took his leave peacefully on Thursday night, after settling down to sleep. When the family woke up Friday, "he was already in heaven".

What Trump's team is saying on pardons

July 24, 2017

Donald Trump Jr. and Paul Manafort have both agreed to cooperate with the Senate Judiciary Committee in regards to its Russian Federation probe, and will provide documents "and be interviewed" before a public hearing, according to statement from the office of committee Chairman Chuck Grassley .

Bombers hit Nigeria internally-displaced people's camp

July 24, 2017

The extremist group's eight-year insurgency has killed more than 20,000 people, kidnapped thousands of others, spilled into neighboring countries and created one of the world's largest humanitarian crises. Security officials in Borno State are yet to comment on the attacks. The city has seen a lull in Boko Haram activity since a November 2014 gun and suicide attack at the main mosque killed more than 100.

Man Wounded in Stabbing in Tel Aviv Suburb

July 24, 2017

A man in his 40s was stabbed in the neck on Monday in Petah Tikva in what appears to be a terror attack. The victim, a 32-year-old Palestinian Arab citizen of Israel, was sent to a hospital in a moderate-to-serious condition, the emergency medical service said.

Trump chides Republicans for doing 'very little' to protect him

July 24, 2017

That comes despite the conclusions of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and USA intelligence agencies, which agree that Russian Federation orchestrated a campaign of hacks and online leaks in an attempt to manipulate the election's outcome in Trump's favor.

Five injured in Swiss attack — BBCI

July 24, 2017

Footage shows panicked shoppers watching as cops seal off the cobbled streets of the town centre. He is said to have been spotted close to a McDonald's where he attacked a man who was seen bleeding heavily from his head. According to local newspaper Blick , officers are hunting for the suspect. Police have confirmed that an operation was underway but declined to give further details.

Six Oppositions MPs suspended from Lok Sabha for unruly behaviour

July 24, 2017

Mahajan announced her decision to suspend the MPs at 2 pm when the House reassembled. The members raised slogans in the Well of the House during Zero Hour and tore and threw papers towards the Speaker's chair. Depsite the Prime Minister asking them not to take law in own hand, no one is listening to him, he said. A dissatisfied opposition, including members of the Congress, TMC and CPI (M), stormed the Well and raised slogans like "Gau Raksha Ke Naam Pe Hatya Bandh Karo" (Stop killing ...

Missing Oklahoma mother, her 3 children found safe

July 24, 2017

When the girl's custodial father, David Corsaut , showed up to Destiny's apartment to pick up the children, no one was home. "The Chickasha Police Department would like to thank everyone for their efforts, prayers, and assistance in locating Ms.

Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (FRBK) Issues Quarterly Earnings Results, Hits Expectations

July 24, 2017

Wells Fargo & Company MN's holdings in Republic Bancorp were worth $271,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. JPMorgan Chase has an ownership of 5,951,600 stocks of the bank's shares valued at $558,320,000 after scooping up an extra 1,236,848 shares through out the previous quarter, Wellington Management Group LLP boosted its stake in FIRST REPUBLIC BANK by 4.1% in the Q1.

German manufacturing PMI misses with 58.3

July 24, 2017

Meanwhile, the pan-European STOXX 600 index down 0.42 percent at 378.58, German DAX fell 0.46 percent to 12,183.50, France's CAC 40 slipped 0.28 percent to 5,103.50 and the PSI20 Index traded 0.54 percent lower at 5,267.47 by 09:20 GMT, while at 09:00GMT, the FxWirePro's Hourly Euro Strength Index remained neutral at 44.00 (higher than +75 represents bullish trend).

Check out the 2018 Suzuki Swift Sport

July 24, 2017

The warm hatch will go on sale in 2018 and be powered by Suzuki's latest Boosterjet petrol engine, with prices starting in the region of £13,000. It will serve as a rival for the likes of the upcoming Volkswagen Up! No official details have yet been announced, but we're expecting the new Swift Sport to borrow the excellent 1.4 "Boosterjet" turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that has previously impressed us in the Suzuki Vitara S.

Bear Attack Sends 200 Sheep Over Cliff to Their Deaths

July 24, 2017

A bear is being blamed for the deaths of an entire flock of sheep which were found at the base of a cliff in the Pyrenees near the border between France and Spain. Around 35 brown bears live in the Pyrenees. The Confédération Paysanne (Farmers' Federation) demanded immediate action to stop further deadly attacks by bears on livestock.

Suspect Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting in Spencer, Massachusetts

July 24, 2017

Police say the driver pulled into a driveway in Spencer, exited the auto and pointed the pistol at the officer. Investigators later discovered that the weapon the suspect had was a pellet gun, police said. The officer, who has not yet been identified, fired a single shot, striking the man. "The Offender was transported by ambulance to the Hospital where he died".

Why US trade deal could hinge on chickens

July 24, 2017

But the initial talks risked being overshadowed today by a Cabinet row over whether the deal should allow American so-called "chlorine chicken" to be sold in Britain. could add another £40bn in trade. 'Specific agricultural issues are a long way down the road and are not being discussed at this stage, ' the source said.

USS Constitution returns to Boston's waters after repairs

July 24, 2017

The ship, which was launched in 1797, earned its famous nickname notching victories in the War of 1812. "By doing this restoration project, we're ensuring that we're going to continue to on being a part of the Navy, apart of the fleet", said 74th Commanding Officer Robert Gerosa.

Here is what people nearby the La Verne brush fire are seeing

July 24, 2017

It's being called the Rodeo Fire. CBS2's Greg Mills confirmed that the fire was being contained. Voluntary evacuations were advised for residents who live on Rodeo Lane , police said. A near miss between a fire-fighting aircraft and a Cessna airplane was reported during the fire. The fire near Baseline Road is heading uphill, where some homes are located.

Repeal-only healthcare bill would cost 32m people coverage, CBO says

July 24, 2017

That's about $100 billion more than the Senate's original repeal and replace bill . "This was the one we were anxious about, you weren't there", Trump said to Sen. McConnell can not even muster enough Republican senators to support a procedural motion that would allow the bill to head toward a final vote. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell addressed reporters after the lunch to announce that next week the Senate will be voting on a motion to proceed on the legislation.

Sri Lankan Navy rescues two more elephants from drowning

July 24, 2017

Responding to the situation, the navy augmented the rescue mission by deploying three more Fast Attack Craft on patrol and a team of navy divers. "Having safely guided the two elephants to the shore, they were subsequently released to the Foul Point jungle [in Trincomalee district]", the Navy said.

Trump turns up the heat on Senate Republicans over health care bill

July 24, 2017

They can only afford to have one of their senators defect and still prevail on a health bill. He praised a House version of the bill, but later appeared to undermine it by calling it "mean". The uninsured would include those who choose to opt out once the individual mandate that requires people to buy insurance or pay a penalty. The earlier version of the bill would have cut the deficit by only $321 billion .

The Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (WAB) Upgraded by BidaskClub to "Buy"

July 24, 2017

Stifel Nicolaus downgraded Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation from a buy rating to a hold rating and set a $92.00 price target on the stock.in a research report on Monday, July 17th. Quantitative Systematic Strategies Limited Liability Corporation reported 5,480 shares. Doheny Asset Mgmt Ca has 4,000 shares. Champlain Investment Partners LLC increased its stake in Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation by 55.7% in the first quarter.

Trump Tweet: Republicans Aren't Doing Enough to 'Protect Their President'

July 24, 2017

The broadside at his party follows a pledge by his new communications adviser, Anthony Scaramucci, to begin an era with a new "good feeling". USA intelligence agencies have already concluded that Russian Federation used a combination of hacking and disinformation to influence the 2016 presidential election to boost Trump's candidacy and damage Hillary Clinton's .

Child drowns, sister injured in Charlotte pool

July 24, 2017

The 11-year-old was taken to Carolinas Medical Center-Main where her condition is stable. Police said they are investigating the death, but they said at this point, foul play is not suspected. Two patients were transported to CMC and CMC University for life-threatening injuries. Around 2 pm, another child was taken to the hospital by Medic after almost drowning in their community pool on Farmer street in southwest Charlotte.

Kate Middleton breaks protocol for a memorable moment

July 24, 2017

Kate Middleton carries Princess Charlotte while the royals visit an Airbus facility in Hamburg, Germany on July 21. A new portrait of the future King of England, Prince George , has been released to celebrate the young heir's fourth birthday today.

Repealing Obamacare without replacement would see 32m lose health insurance - CBO

July 24, 2017

Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski and Shelley Moore Capito - declared they would not support a motion to proceed to a vote on straight repeal. The plan was opposed by three Republican senators very shortly after the announcement, but McConnell still made a decision to move ahead on vote, though now he does not have the votes enough to get it to the Senate floor.

Japan, Australia Stocks Sag Along With US Dollar

July 24, 2017

On the currency markets last week the Euro enjoyed the best of the trading. The dollar slipped below ¥111 in late Tokyo trading on Monday amid increasing uncertainties over the administration of U.S. The dollar slid to five-week lows against the yen, with USD/JPY down 0.2% to 110.9. The dollar had already come under pressure following reports that the investigation into alleged links between President Donald Trump's campaign and Russian Federation in last year's election is extending into ...

SC refuses to re-open cases of Kashmiri Pandit killings

July 24, 2017

The judges, Chief Justice of India JS Khehar and Justice DY Chandrachud said that nearly 27 years have passed since and it will be very hard for investigators to gather evidence in cases of murder, arson and looting. The counsel for the NGO Vikas Padora said Kashmiri Pandits were forced to leave their homes in the Valley and could not join the investigation. In its plea, an organisation "Roots of Kashmir" alleged that 215 FIRs had been lodged relating to the murder of over 700 Kashmiri ...

Japanese PM Shinzo Abe denies favouritism in approval for school

July 24, 2017

Grilled by opposition lawmakers as approval ratings for his Cabinet sink, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday repeated his denials that he misused his influence to help a friend in a growing favoritism scandal. "I want to accept this sincerely as the voice of the people", he said of the ratings slump. "The approval is a result of the process that was appropriate and open".

Lorenzi, Rublev advance to final at Croatia Open

July 24, 2017

Rublev was lucky to even be in the tournament. "I have no words to explain it, especially after this tough week", the 19 year old said. Andrey Rublev rolled to a straight-sets victory over Paolo Lorenzi Umag. Rublev won four games in a row in the second set to defeat the 34-ranked Lorenzi and continue his rise, having reached the last eight on the grass in Halle last month.

Farhan Akhtar's first look from Lucknow Central is out!

July 24, 2017

However, the story takes a turn when he gets convicted for a high profile murder and is imprisoned at Lucknow Central , which is considered to be one of the most dreaded jails. The movie was also embroiled in a controversy about YRF's " Qaidi Band " stealing the thunder from Farhan's " Lucknow Central ". Farhan Akhtar brings to life the simplicity, wit, ambition and resolve of the common man in the movie, which marks the directorial debut of Ranjit Tiwari and also features Diana ...

Downward trend in rhino poaching cause for cautious optimism: Molewa

July 24, 2017

The number of rhinos killed for their horns by poachers in South Africa dipped slightly in the first half of this year, but more than 500 were still slaughtered, the government announced Monday. Over a thousand of the animals were killed by poachers a year ago, and there's been another wave of killings in recent months. The minister says the Skukuza Regional Court in the Kruger National Park - aimed at assisting in combating rhino poaching-related offences - has been sitting since March ...

Australia 'reneged' on refugee promise

July 24, 2017

Australia sends anyone who tries to enter by boat without a visa to remote detention facilities on Nauru and Papua New Guinea's Manus Island. That meant, for example, some with serious medical conditions or who've experienced trauma including sexual violence can't get support from family in Australia, the UN's high commissioner for refugees said.

Iraq Foreign Minister Ibrahim Al-Jaafari Arrives In India

July 24, 2017

Al-Jaafari, along with a senior level official delegation from Iraq , will meet the union minister for petroleum and natural gas Dharmendra Pradhan at 4pm in Shastri Bhawan and is expected to meet the Vice President Hamid Ansari later in the evening around six.

Mass protests as Poland approves justice reforms

July 24, 2017

Global pressure grew yesterday on Poland's president to veto legislation giving politicians control over appointments to the supreme court, which critics say will undermine the rule of law. Since regaining power in October 2015, the ruling Law & Justice party, which backed Duda's presidency, has challenged democratic principles enshrined in the European Union treaty and sparked warnings about a drift toward authoritarian rule.

Maharashtra: Woman crushed to death after bike's tyre gets stuck in pothole

July 24, 2017

The accident occurred near Veti village, around 100 km from Mumbai when victim Jagruti Hogale and two other bikers were on their way to Jawhar. The police say she was crushed under the rear wheel of the truck she had overtaken. One of the bikers after hitting a pothole lost her balance and the truck ran over her. "After the incident, we have filled up the pothole because administration failed to react", he said.

Hungary's Viktor Orbán pledges to support Poland against European Union 'inquisition'

July 24, 2017

On July 19, European Commission Vice President Frans Timmermans warned that the EU's executive arm was close to triggering the bloc's Article 7 against Poland, which could ultimately result in sanctions, if a new contentious bill aiming to overhaul the country's judicial system was passed.

New communications chief says President doesn't believe in Russian meddling

July 24, 2017

But, according to communications director Anthony Scaramucci , Trump has at least been mulling the power. Speaking on CBS' Face The Nation , Scaramucci said he would fire any White House official caught improperly leaking, and made a rhetorical play on the old adage about a company's weakest link: "We're as strong as our weakest leak".

Donald Trump Jr's Private Testimony To Senate Judiciary Committee: What To Expect

July 24, 2017

Donald Trump Jr. and Paul Manafort, former campaign manager for President Donald Trump , reached an agreement Friday with the Senate Judiciary Committee that will enable them to testify privately rather than in a public hearing as part of the committee's Russian Federation probe.

Cameras installed at Israel holy site

July 24, 2017

Netanyahu's right-wing government is wary of being seen to yield to Palestinian pressure over the site, which Jews revere as the vestige of their two ancient temples. During his visit with Abbas on May 3, U.S. President Donald Trump hailed the coordination at a joint press conference: "They get along unbelievably well", he said, adding that Washington should provide greater backing to PA security forces.

Why Sean Spicer stepped down as White House press secretary

July 24, 2017

After offering Scaramucci the job on Friday morning, Trump asked Spicer to stay on as press secretary, reporting to Scaramucci. The appointment came as Mr Trump contended with sinking approval ratings and struggles to advance his legislative agenda.

Actress Assault Case: Actor Dileep Denied Bail

July 24, 2017

It also wanted the police to expedite the search for Dileep's manager Appunni. The prime accused in the case, Pulsar Suni, who was arrested a few days after the crime, has been dropping hints that there are many more "big sharks" to be caught in the case and that the "VIP in Aluva sub jail" (Dileep) would reveal more.

Jerusalem: Israel installs security cameras at holy site

July 24, 2017

The envoys welcomed assurances by Israel's prime minister that "the status quo at the holy sites in Jerusalem will be upheld and respected". - New decisions about security measures in the Old City could be made at a Sunday night Israeli security cabinet meeting.

New White House communications boss deletes tweets Donald Trump would not love

July 24, 2017

That's no problem. I don't think we need to have the cameras off. Scaramucci said he meant to review the intelligence community's evidence once he had his security clearance and pledged to give Trump his personal thoughts on the conclusions.

International Monetary Fund downgrades United Kingdom growth while European rivals surge

July 24, 2017

Meanwhile, China continues to be a major engine of global growth, expanding by 6.7 per cent this year, and 6.4 per cent next, driven by economic policies in Beijing. The IMF has also kept its projections for global growth at 3.5% for 2017 and 3.6% in 2018 in its July 2017 WEO update, unchanged from its April 2017 WEO projections.

Trump says Spicer suffered 'tremendous abuse' by 'fake media'

July 24, 2017

Scaramucci's performance at his first briefing must have pleased Trump . He made fun of himself, joking about his short stature and apologising to Trump from the podium for having called the NY businessman a hack politician in 2015.

Amid Russia Probe: Russian Ambassador to US Ends His Term

July 24, 2017

The Kremlin's embassy said on Twitter that Minister-Counselor and Deputy Chief of Mission Denis Gonchar will assume Kislyak's duties until his successor arrives in D.C. Among the bombshells, it was revealed that Attorney General Jeff Sessions met with Kislyak twice during the volatile 2016 campaign. The Washington Post reported this week, however, that intelligence intercepts suggest that Sessions may have discussed campaign matters with Kislyak during their meetings.

Space scientist and former Isro chairman Udupi Ramachandra Rao dies at 85

July 24, 2017

Reportedly, Professor Rao breathed his last at about 2.30 am. He had launched India's first satellite Aryabhatta in 1975. An internationally acclaimed space scientist, Rao headed ISRO for 10 years between 1984 and 1994. He also made to the prestigious International Aeronautical Federation (IAF) Hall of Fame a year ago during the closing ceremony of IAF Congress 2016 in Guadalajara, Mexico.

The Open: Jordan Spieth leads by three shots after 54-holes

July 24, 2017

He could join Jack Nicklaus as the only players to win three major championships by the age of 23. Jordan Spieth , who shot a bogey-free 65 to stand at 11-under-199. A birdie at the short 14th came after he almost holed his tee shot, and he then went eagle-birdie-birdie to see off Kuchar's own charge. Walking up 18 at Birkdale toward the white clubhouse is a chilling experience for those on the top of the leader board.

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