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Dog gets help for girls hit by lightning

July 30, 2017

The girls, ages 8 and 16, were on a camping family reunion when they made a decision to do a bit of exploring Friday morning. The girls were riding on an ATV and had gotten off the vehicle to look around, accompanied by a family dog. The girls were taken by helicopter to Beaver Valley Hospital where they then were taken by Intermountain Life Flight to Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City.

Reince Priebus Leaves Post as White House Chief of Staff

July 30, 2017

He has been a true star of my Administration", Mr Trump said on Twitter . Scaramucci did not appear to take Air Force One back to Washington , according to the White House pool report . Priebus's exit comes almost a week after press secretary Sean Spicer quit the White House, apparently unhappy over the appointment of Anthony Scaramucci as communications director.

Trump Wish of Russian Detente Dies as Putin Expels Diplomats

July 30, 2017

The statement made no reference to Russia's retaliatory measures. Trump's desire, often expressed during the 2016 presidential campaign, to improve relations has been hamstrung by findings from US intelligence agencies that Russian Federation interfered to help the Republican against Democrat Hillary Clinton.

Obamacare repeal fails: Three GOP senators rebel in 49-51 vote

July 30, 2017

But it was unclear whether the speaker's response would satisfy the senators' demands, leaving health legislation in limbo once again at a crucial moment. Susan Collins of ME and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska. House and Senate Republicans campaigned on a promise to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act , but they have struggled to reach consensus on how to do that.

Causa "Los Sauces": detienen al contador de CFK por desviar fondos

July 30, 2017

A criterio del juez, Manzanares era una pieza clave de las maniobras de lavado de dinero que se habrían llevado adelante en la causa "Los Sauces", considerando el expediente donde se plasmaron los "retornos" que recibió la familia Kirchner , a través de alquileres, por parte de empresarios amigos a los que habría beneficiado con concesiones oficiales.

Trump replaces chief of staff Priebus with retired General Kelly

July 30, 2017

I don't doubt that Kelly is a great American and a great leader. "He has been a true star of my Administration", Trump said. President Donald Trump says the aide he's replacing as chief of staff, Reince Priebus , is a "good man". He had hoped to stay on at least a year but struggled to manage his unpredictable boss and was unable to get a handle on conflicting factions in the White House who have frequently squabbled.

Two Jordanians killed in shooting at Israeli embassy in Amman

July 30, 2017

Israel has taken over control over East Jerusalem in the 1967 war, but the mosque compound has been managed by Jordanian religious authorities supervised by the Jordanian government . The following year clashes between Palestinians and Israeli security forces around the site quickly led to unrest elsewhere in Jerusalem, across Israel and in the West Bank that have continued intermittently till now.

Labour could adopt anti-Brexit manifesto, says London Mayor Sadiq Khan

July 30, 2017

The Labour party has been split on Brexit since the referendum last summer, with the leadership, including Jeremy Corbyn saying the result should be respected but other high-level MPs calling for another referendum. Mr Khan added that if Labour were to adopt an anti-Brexit position, it would need to be clear. Whatever the final form that Brexit actually takes, Chancellor Philip Hammond has said " many things will look similar" afterwards.

Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Made Interim Prime Minister Of Pakistan, Say Reports

July 30, 2017

The five-judge bench - including Justices Asif Saeed Khosa, Gulzar Ahmed, Sheikh Azmat Saeed, Ijazul Ahsan, besides Ejaz Afzal Khan - announced the much-awaited verdict in Courtroom No. It was the second time in Pakistan that the Supreme Court has disqualified a sitting Prime Minister. Opposition politicians rejoiced, vowing to bring an end to Sharif's dynasty.

Trump fumes over health care reform after 'skinny repeal' defeat

July 30, 2017

The second half of the missive indicates that Trump is going to continue to target his own GOP-controlled Congress for their inability to undo former President Obama's signature achievement. Mr Trump has only guaranteed the insurance payments through this month, which ends on Monday (local time). After the final failed vote in the early hours of Friday morning, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the upper chamber would move on from healthcare to other matters, but the President ...

Photo of Scaramucci, Priebus in Oval Office lights up social media

July 30, 2017

He is a Great American. and a Great Leader. At the time Trump picked him for Homeland Security, he was the third general tapped for a high-level job in the new administration. "Don't be too nice", Trump said while highlighting administration efforts to crack down on violent crime - particularly the street gang known as MS-13 -and urged Congress to find money to pay for 10,000 Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers.

Vladimir Putin Says Russia Will Respond To 'Insolence' Of US Sanctions

July 30, 2017

Reports of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election have put a damper on hopes for better ties that the Kremlin pinned on Trump's presidency. Russia's Foreign Ministry said the new sanctions law "confirms the extreme aggressiveness of the United States in its foreign affairs". He added that it was "no less depressing with regard to the global law and worldwide commercial relations".

Valley Veteran Trans Woman Reacts To Trump Tweet

July 30, 2017

At a Capitol Hill press conference, a reporter asked Ryan, "Do you agree with the president's new policy banning all transgender individuals from serving in the military?" "It is an insult to the courageous transgender service members who hold vital roles in our military and continue to make tremendous sacrifices for our country.It is inconsistent with the laws and policies of many States, and with fundamental notions of fairness and equality ".

Hundreds of street gang members rounded up in El Salvador

July 30, 2017

In El Salvador, he will meet local law enforcement officials and former MS-13 gang members and tour a prison. Attorney General Jeff Sessions is flying to El Salvador to talk about gang violence, with his future as the nation's top prosecutor still in doubt.

Priebus out, Gen. John Kelly new White House chief of staff

July 30, 2017

Anthony Scaramucci answers reporters' questions during the daily White House press briefing July 21 in Washington, D.C. White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer quit after it was announced that Trump hired Scaramucci, a Wall Street financier and longtime supporter, to the position of White House communications director.

Indianapolis man accused of killing officer trying to help auto crash

July 30, 2017

Neither was reported to have life-threatening injuries. The shooting remains under investigation. The prosecutor's office in Indianapolis said Friday that a judge granted its request that Jason Brown be held without bond until a Tuesday court hearing.

Meet John F. Kelly, Donald Trump's new White House chief of staff

July 30, 2017

Press secretary Sean Spicer quit after the appointment of Mr Scaramucci , warningover "too many cooks in the kitchen". The foul-mouthed exchange that communications director Anthony Scaramucci had with a reporter for The New Yorker put the acrimony on full display, giving the public a clear view into the personnel turbulence.

Putin travels to Finland for talks amid naval exercises

July 30, 2017

Russia's response mirrors moves by outgoing USA president Barack Obama last December to expel 35 Russian diplomats and shut down two Russian estates in the US. "This practice is unacceptable, it destroys worldwide relations and global law", he said. Putin also labeled the proposed sanctions "a blatant move" by the United States to "promote its own economic interests", adding that this would be to the detriment of its allies.

Russian Federation sanctions bill exposes Trump's legislative tug of war

July 30, 2017

The swift and almost unanimous passage of this bill is a stinging rebuke to President Trump , who has shown interest in scaling back sanctions on Russian Federation and sought to block passage of the measure. "It's impossible to tolerate boorishness toward our country forever". The bill also authorizes, but doesn't require, sanctions on human-rights abusers.

White House announces Trump's intention to sign Russia sanctions bill

July 30, 2017

Putin said on a visit to Finland on Thursday that Russian Federation was "exercising restraint and patience, but at some moment we'll have to retaliate". A diplomatic source told Reuters that it would be for the United States to decide which posts to cut, whether occupied by U.S. or Russian nationals.

Man killed by lightning

July 30, 2017

Brevard County Lifeguard Captain Ashley Nolan was the first to respond. "I see a gentleman darting directly out into traffic, waving for help". One of the people involved suffered cardiac arrest and was taken to a hospital in critical condition.

Trump sacks Reince Priebus as White House chief of staff

July 30, 2017

Speaking to reporters as he deplaned following his NY trip, Trump said Friday that "Reince is a good man. John Kelly will do a fantastic job". When Priebus was originally hired as chief of staff, the move was regarded as an attempted olive branch to the Washington Republican establishment with whom Trump had openly warred for much of the campaign.

Russian Federation hits back over sanctions, orders United States diplomats to leave

July 30, 2017

The Foreign Ministry said that the U.S. had until September 1 to bring the total number of diplomatic and technical personnel in Russian Federation to 455, the same number as it said Russian Federation has in the U.S. "This bill doesn't preclude him from issuing tougher sanctions". But Republican Bob Corker, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said it would be a serious mistake and i f Mr Trump rejected the bill, Congress would overrule him.

Everything you need to know as Russian Federation retaliates over USA sanctions bill

July 29, 2017

Nothing more than a desire " to resolve the conflict in eastern Ukraine " stands behind the European sanctions on Moscow, the German foreign minister said, stressing that " if the Russian leadership makes a move and we are finally able to make progress as regards implementing the Minsk agreements, it is also conceivable that these sanctions will be gradually eased ".

Congress MLAs are frustrated with party's ideology: BJP

July 30, 2017

Those who resigned on Friday are veteran Congress legislator Ramsinh Parmar, MLA from Thasra constituency and chairman of the prestigious Amul Dairy, Chhanabhai Chaudhary, MLA from Vansda constituency, and Mansinh Chauhan from Balasinor. They are expected to be in Bengaluru for at least a week with Gujarat Congress unit president Bharatsinh Solanki. "It must be guaranteed that the biennial elections to Rajya Sabha are free and fair and MLAs are released", he said in Rajya Sabha.

Amakhosi victorious in Carling Cup

July 30, 2017

The match got off to a flying start and Amakhosi were almost ahead in the seventh minute when Lorenzo Gordinho's header hit the crossbar, before Erick Mathoho's follow-up effort was kept out bravely by Bucs keeper Siyabonga Mpontshane. With new Pirates signings Thami Sangweni and Musa Nyatama introduced shortly after the restart, the Sea Robbers began to find some more fluency to their play and Khune had to be at his very best to deny Mpho Makola from restoring parity on 65 minutes.

Boko Haram Attack On Nigeria Oil Team Killed Over 50

July 30, 2017

News of the attack got to Maiduguri late Saturday afternoon as local government officials from the attacked community said they could not mobilise for emergency response due to lack of communication facilities. At the time of this report, security agents were yet to confirm the incident. At least 37 members of the team and their rescuers on Wednesday (July 26) were killed when they tried to ambush Boko Haram.

Nitish Kumar wins floor test, 'everything's planned', says Tejashwi Yadav

July 29, 2017

When Meera Kumar (the UPA's presidential candidate) was on a visit to Patna , Nitish went to Rajgir. Nitish Kumar could not muster the courage to dismiss me. Finally, he asks why did the Prime Minister tweet so quickly on Nitish Kumar's resignation. He takes the fight from Nitish Kumar to Sushil Kumar Modi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi .

Amman Embassy Shooting: Two Jordanians Dead, Israeli Injured

July 30, 2017

The injured Israeli is "deputy director of security at the Israeli embassy and is still receiving treatment in hospital", the source added. In an interview with CNN, Safadi noted that Jordan respected its obligations under worldwide law because the suspect enjoyed diplomatic immunity, a statement challenged by Marwan Muasher, vice president for studies at the Carnegie Endowment for global Peace.

'Khukri Protest' by GJM turns violent; 2 policemen injured

July 29, 2017

The GJM leadership has claimed that the police have resorted to firing which was denied by the district administration. The picturesque hill station had witnessed a 40-day bandh in 1988 by the Gorkha National Liberation Front and a 44-day shutdown in 2013 by Gorkha Janamukti Morcha (GJM).

Coroner releases preliminary autopsy for teen killed at Ohio State Fair

July 29, 2017

Dramatic video captured by a bystander shows the ride swinging back and forth like a pendulum and spinning in the air when it crashes into something and part of the ride flies off, throwing riders to the ground. In Ohio, the Department of Agriculture conducts such checks, including the ones at the state fair. All other rides were given another inspection to ensure their safety.

Hamburg Stabbing Suspect is Known Radical

July 29, 2017

Video filmed by those in the area showed young men hurling chairs at the attacker to stop him, CNN reported. The attack was the latest in a series linked to Islamists in Germany, including a December truck attack on a Christmas market in Berlin that killed 12 people.

European Open 2017: Ashley Chesters Holds Lead After Rain-Affected Friday

July 30, 2017

Almost four hours of play was lost due to storms and a waterlogged course during the afternoon, with the second round due to resume at 8am local time. Siem sits in a tie for 38th at 3 under with one round to go. Jens Fahrbring was level with Smith at 7-under. England's Jordan Smith will take a two-shot lead into the final round of the Porsche European Open in Hamburg .

John McCain's maverick moment

July 29, 2017

Collins voted no first, then Murkowski, followed by McCain, who came to the well of the Senate and gave a thumbs down, dooming the repeal Bill to loud gasps, mostly from the Democratic side of the aisle. And shortly after that, Trump posted: "If the Senate Democrats ever got the chance, they would switch to a 51 majority vote in first minute". Former House Speaker John Boehner, a veteran of his party internecine wars, predicted as far back as February that Republicans would never find the ...

Arabs Riot in Jaffa

July 29, 2017

According to the Times of Israel , the men shot back at police and then attempted to flee the scene on motorcycles. At least three rioters were detained for questioning, police said. . This email address has already registered for this newsletter. After a police chase in Jaffa ends with one suspect dead، Arab residents protest، burning tires، smashing police vehicle windshield and chanting against police brutality; 'The policemen have no right to shoot at people.

Amid heavy Jordanian pressure، Israel announces probe into Amman embassy attack

July 30, 2017

Ziv and the Israeli staff at the embassy left Jordan Monday. Israel's foreign ministry late Friday said it had launched a "verification procedure" into the shooting. Israel maintained the guard had diplomatic immunity. Only after USA intervention did Amman relent، allowing the guard and the rest of the embassy staff to leave Jordan.

Bihar government Cabinet reshuffle on Saturday

July 30, 2017

Choubey further questioned, how could a simple man become owner of thousands of crores of rupees. "The entire action (of seeking his resignation) was just an excuse so he could go with BJP", Yadav, who along with his father and RJD chief Lalu Prasad, and mother Rabri Devi have been made an accused in the hotels-for-land scandal case, had said.

The iShares MSCI Taiwan Index Target of Unusually Large Options Trading (EWT)

July 29, 2017

Alternately, if the indicator goes below -80, this may point to the stock being oversold. Fundamental analysis takes into consideration market, industry and stock conditions to help determine if the shares are correctly valued. Checking in on some other technical levels, the 14-day RSI is now at 50.95, the 7-day stands at 42.97, and the 3-day is sitting at 20.75. This measurement is based on closing prices over a specific period of time.

Lavrov says Moscow had to react to United States sanctions

July 29, 2017

Moscow has responded by ordering a reduction in the number of U.S. diplomats in Russian Federation and closing the U.S. Embassy's recreation retreat. The White House says President Donald Trump will sign legislation implementing tough new financial sanctions against Russian Federation. Trump has yet to sign off on the package.

Man Killed at Early Morning House Party in North Highlands

July 29, 2017

Deputies said they were sent to the residence where the party was taking place after reports of gunfire were received. Investigators are looking for witnesses to come forward, and with an estimated 200 to 300 people at the party, it's very likely someone saw something.

Consejo DC propone acuerdo parlamentario con Izquierda Ciudadana y el MAS

July 29, 2017

Uno de ellos es la la carrera a La Moneda de Carolina Goic , quien se ha mantenido alejada de los primeros puestos en las encuestas, pero que mantiene el objetivo de llegar a primera vuelta. La candidata presidencial Carolina Goic , anunció hoy que el Partido Demócrata Cristiano (PDC) se separará de la Nueva Mayoría, la coalición de centroizquierda que apoya al gobierno de la presidenta chilena, Michelle Bachelet.

Fox News host floats Sessions to replace Kelly at Homeland Security

July 29, 2017

Some senior White House aides are encouraging President Trump to move embattled Attorney General Jeff Sessions from his post as attorney general to the now-vacant leadership spot at Department of Homeland Security, ABC News has learned.

Weather: Mix of sunshine and showers for today

July 29, 2017

Lowest temperatures between 10 to 12 degrees in mostly moderate south to southwest breezes. Umbrellas are advised for Sunday, with heavier showers extending country-wide, posing a "risk of thundery downpours".

Man arrested over suspected acid attack in east London

July 29, 2017

The victims, aged 23 and 24, managed to flag down officers at about 7pm near Roman Road, in Bethnal Green . Rahad Hussain has been charged with two counts of wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm and one count of possession of an offensive weapon, namely acid.

Russian Federation was against me in 2016 - Donald Trump

July 29, 2017

The US president was reacting to a story by Fox News with the headline, "Firm behind anti-Trump dossier also worked for Russia, Senate witness says". Their ties to the Russian government came into question regarding their involvement in a meeting that was arranged in June of 2016 with Donald Trump, Jr.

2 dead, 2 recovering after Salisbury shooting

July 29, 2017

When they arrived they say the found one man dead. One male gunshot victim died at the hospital. A fifth person then showed up to the Lexington Memorial Hospital with gunshot wounds, officers said. The post said customers and employees locked the doors and barricaded themselves in the restaurant until police arrived. "Senseless violence like this is a plague to communities both small and large.

New US Anti-Russia Sanctions Would Have Consequences for EU - Finnish President

July 29, 2017

But Putin stopped short of defining what possible counter measures Russian Federation would adopt, just saying Russian Federation should see first what the final outcome of the USA legislation would be. "As you know, we have been very restrained, but at some point you have to respond", news agencies quoted him as saying. The Russian president criticized the U.S.

Putin: Sanctions on Russian Federation 'malicious step'

July 29, 2017

Stung by new American sanctions, Russia's Foreign Ministry says the US must downsize its diplomatic and technical staff in Moscow and other cities. The sanctions against Moscow are punishment for its alleged meddling in the 2016 presidential election and its military actions in Ukraine and Syria .

Trump appoints John Kelly as new chief of staff

July 29, 2017

ROBERT COSTA: Well, General Kelly has said publicly in the past that he would like to maybe try to monitor the president's calls, that he thinks there could be more organization inside of the West Wing. John Kelly will do a fantastic job". Trump announced the high-level shift in a series of tweets Friday afternoon. "Having a friend in the White House that you've known before, that friend acquired that kind of power - yeah, there's a comfort level there, no doubt about it", Kaufmann ...

Police evacuating senior home after armed robbery suspect enters building

July 29, 2017

McCarthy says the suspect was driving up South Plaza Drive, but turned around when he saw police, running the auto into a swamp behind White Pine Senior Living. There are no known injuries or hostages. The center is being evacuated as police continue to search for the suspect, who may have fled the scene already.

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