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Man freed after airline plot arrest shocked to be questioned

August 02, 2017

The 50-year-old, named by his lawyer as Adbul Merhi, was arrested after five homes were raided on Saturday, which sparked a tightening of security at major domestic and global airports. Colvin did not mention a specific date or location for the terror threat , but said it was something that needs full investigation. Sydney Airport had been on high alert since Thursday on account of the plot, and increased security measures were later imposed on all Australian flights.

Emergency responders rush to Minnehaha Academy after explosion

August 02, 2017

Minneapolis' KARE-TV posted on Twitter a photo of emergency vehicles at the school. Crews believe several people are trapped in the building. Rescue efforts are underway at a private school in Minneapolis after the building exploded and collapsed.

Russian Federation says Damascus embassy hit in mortar attack, no casualties

August 02, 2017

Apparently, two mortar round fell on the embassy's territory while the other two hit the mission's perimeter. The Ministry reported that the incident has done without victims, however, there was minor material damage. "We confirm that Russia's consistent and principled policy of uncompromising fight against terrorists in Syria will be continued", the ministry said.

Court allows Democratic states to defend Obamacare subsidy payments

August 02, 2017

And that would leave customers with fewer options in an already dwindling marketplace. Not enforcing it, they said , would result in more younger and healthier people dropping their coverage, forcing insurance costs to those who rely on the system, including the lower-income sick and disabled, through the roof.

'Heroic' Briton who fought ISIS in Syria killed himself to avoid capture

August 02, 2017

An inquest in Portsmouth has now heard that after being wounded and surrounded by IS fighters, Mr Lock turned the gun on himself to avoid a "frightening and painful death". She said: "I remember sending him a message saying that's not even amusing, and he said it was true". Mr Lock was described as "a very caring and loving boy" in a statement by his father John Lock.

Drive-By Shooting In High Point Kills 20-Year-Old

August 02, 2017

Smith was transported to Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro by EMS, where he was pronounced dead around 2:17 a.m. Police say witnesses gave statements that a black sedan with four black men were traveling east on Filbert Place when the lights turned off and one fired at Smith.

Coast Guard Searches Near Atlantic City's Steel Pier for Missing Swimmer

August 02, 2017

Crews launched 47- and 87-foot response boats as well as a rescue helicopter to search for the man throughout the night. Although thick fog and low visibility is hampering search efforts, a Coast Guard cutter will remain at the scene looking for the victim, Mervar said.

Naval Station Norfolk locks down piers after bomb threat reported

August 02, 2017

A military working dog alerted on a vehicle near Pier 14 about 7:45 a.m. Wirfel says all the piers at the base are on lockdown, and is restricted for pedestrians and vehicle traffic. Officials spent several hours on Monday searching for a possible diver spotted near a base pier, but gave an all-clear that evening. Stay with News 3 for updates.

NE flood: PM announces over Rs 2000 cr aid

August 02, 2017

He announced the relief package after taking stock of the situation in these meetings. Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, who also attended the review meeting discussed about the floods situations in Manipur today at Guwahati. The Chief Ministers of the respective states, and senior officials were present at the meetings. An ex-gratia assistance of Rs 2 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to each of those seriously injured due to the floods has been sanctioned under ...

SC reduces ex UP Chief Secretary's jail term to 2 years

August 02, 2017

The officials had earlier been convicted by a CBI court in Ghaziabad in 2012 and sentenced three years in prison. According to the Newspaper, . The CBI probe against Yadav and Kumar was ordered by the Supreme Court on a petition filed by Noida Entrepreneurs Association in 1997.

Another desecration incident in Goa, Parrikar says police will crack case

August 02, 2017

An FIR has been filed in this case. "We can not rule out political or any other angle linked to the Karanzale desecrations ", he added. The incident at a cemetery at Marcaim village in North Goa district, where 12 gravestones were found to be damaged, came to light on Monday, police said, adding that it was not clear when exactly they were vandalised.

After Health Care Victory, Senate Democrats Seek Compromise on Tax Plan

August 02, 2017

Forty-three Democrats and two Independent senators sent President Donald Trump a letter Monday expressing their willingness to work with the administration and Republicans on passing tax reform. The conditional offer may not attract immediate response from Republicans. So there may be room for some agreement with Democrats on that front. The Senate and House have 12 joint working days before September 29, when the Treasury Department says it would no longer be able to pay all of the ...

Caught on Camera - Abuse at Muslim Couple Shopping for Groceries

August 02, 2017

FENCED OFF Bungling council workers build 10ft fence across dad's driveway leaving him unable to park - and then ask for FEEDBACK! A woman has been filmed going on a vile rant at a Muslim man telling him that he should not allow his wife to go out in public wearing a niqab.

Maharashtra: Rs 20000 crore proposal for loan waiver plan in supplementary demands

August 02, 2017

The opposition Congress and Nationalist Congress Party legislators, however, staged a walkout, protesting against what they called the government's "delaying tactics". To this, Mr Fadnavis replied, "Maharashtra government is ready to discuss loan waiver with opposition leaders. State should announce unconditional loan waiver".

Rajinikanth praises Vikram Vedha, says it's a fantastic film

August 02, 2017

Obviously, some of the Telugu makers might have set their eyes on this film for a remake. "Hence, we ruled out the idea of shooting it in Hindi", Madhavan told news agency IANS in an earlier interview. Released in cinemas last week, the film has turned out to be a blockbuster, earning praise from critics and audiences alike. Thanks to Pushkar-Gayatri, the film has opened to overwhelming response from fans and has reportedly raked in Rs 17 crore in its opening weekend.

OIC Istanbul Meeting Should Unite Muslim States against Zionist Entity: Zarif

August 02, 2017

Tensions have recently escalated in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, between the Israeli forces and the Palestinians after Israel imposed restrictions on the prayers in the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Zarif heading a high-ranking political delegation is in Turkey to take part in an extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on recent developments in Palestine.

Explosion at mosque in Afghanistan's Herat

August 02, 2017

IS took credit for plotting Monday's violence that Afghan officials said wounded six people. August 1: An explosion in front of Jawadia Mosque in Dehr Abad area in Herat city has killed around 20 people. Islamic State has claimed previous attacks on Shi'ite places of worship and rallies in Afghanistan. One of two armed assailants shot dead some non-military individuals near Jawadia Mosque, paving the way for another to enter the mosque, where they blew up their explosives-packed vests, ...

Palestinian Stabs and Critically Wounds Israeli at Supermarket in Central Israel

August 02, 2017

The 42-year-old Israeli man was in critical condition and taken to an area hospital. The Israel Police has opened an investigation and suspects that this was a terror attack. Netanel Moyal, a volunteer EMT, explained that he was at work near the attack's location when the United Hatzalah dispatch and command center alerted him to the incident.

Monsoon in India: 21 people dead blasted

August 02, 2017

A powerful storm hit the North-Eastern coast of the state yesterday. In 48 hours, heavy rains in Odisha have killed seven people, the balance sheet increased after the discovery of three bodies buried in the district of Jajpur. Scores of people have been killed by massive flooding, electrocution and house collapses in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Assam, Uttar Pradesh and other states since June.

ME: Plano vacationer in Md. died from 'accidental asphyxia'

August 02, 2017

The 30-year-old Plano, Texas, resident's death was an accident, the spokesman added. Ashley O'Connor of Plano, Texas, was on holiday in Maryland with her family when she became separated at around 2am on Monday morning. Tractors and police crews filed the stretch of Ocean City beach on Monday where she'd been found. "My beach operator is telling me that all they can see is an arm sticking out of the sand", a beach patrol officer is heard saying in the call obtained by ABC.

Anthony Scaramucci's not dead yet

August 02, 2017

Scaramucci. The Washington Post story says it's "unclear" whether or not this is a simple typo or a weird prank, but Harvard Law has released a statement apologizing for the mistake and claiming that the error will be fixed in "subsequent editions".

Trump approves new Russian Federation sanctions

August 02, 2017

The president's signature comes after some speculation that he could veto or not sign the legislation, which passed both chambers of Congress overwhelmingly last week. The White House initially wavered on whether the president would sign the measure into law. Russian Federation denied interfering in the U.S election, and Mr.

Tillerson assures North Korea 'We are not your enemy'

August 02, 2017

Lindsey Graham, the politician said Tuesday, floating the idea of a military strike on the communist country as a policy option. He also said President Trump promised him "if there's going to be a war to stop them, it will be over there".

Barclays PLC Trims Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) Target Price to $45.00

August 02, 2017

As per Friday, July 15, the company rating was downgraded by Stifel Nicolaus. Macquarie Research maintained Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) on Wednesday, October 5 with "Outperform" rating. It has outperformed by 3.41% the S&P500. Investors of record on Thursday, May 25th were paid a $0.365 dividend. Its up 0.01, from 0.79 in 2016Q3. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nineteen have issued a hold rating and six have assigned a buy rating to the stock.

Govt offers job to Vineeth, financial aid to Chitra

August 02, 2017

Vineeth as secretariat assistant. In this allowance, Rs 10,000 will be given as monthly allowance and Rs 500 per day will be given as food allowance. The Kerala athlete, who has won several national and worldwide gold medals, was excluded for not meeting the timing set by the Athletic Federation of India for qualification.

Kerala Polytechnic 3rd Allotment Results 2017 Published @ polyadmission.org

August 02, 2017

Admissions to these Programmes are regulated on the basis of merit as assessed by giving weightage to the marks/grades obtained in the qualifying examination. This year it has released notification for the Polytechnic admissions and the candidates who had applied can check DTE Kerala 3rd Polytechnic allotment results from the official website .

Trump reportedly told golf buddies the White House is a 'dump'

August 02, 2017

It was unclear whether the "dump" remark was made in jest. "Thank you to all the White House ushers, butlers, maids, chefs, florists, gardeners, plumbers, engineers & curators for all you do every day", she said, retweeting the section of the article about Trump's comments.

FM introduces bills to extend GST to J&K

August 02, 2017

Jaitley was in the city to address a GST Conclave organised by various industry bodies like CII and FICCI. GST impact is not only on indirect taxes but on direct taxes as well, he said. The House passed the the Central Goods and Services Tax (Extension to Jammu and Kashmir ), Bill, 2017 and the Integrated Goods and Services Tax (Extension to Jammu and Kashmir), Bill, 2017 after a brief discussion in which members by and large welcomed the measures.

Food Fight: Pierogi Festivals Trade Threats

August 02, 2017

The chamber also attempted to harm the local festival by sending letters to event sponsors threatening to sue them for trademark infringement. Tom Dabertin, chairman of the Pierogi Fest in IN, said Tuesday the chamber obtained the trademark in 2006 because it had invested thousands of hours creating its event and didn't want others to unfairly compete.

On the Road Cambria County

August 02, 2017

The derailment occurred in the Hogback Road area in northern Hyndman in the general area of the Dollar General on state Route 96 at the northern edge of town. Liquid petroleum gas and possibly liquid asphalt were being carried in some of the train cars that derailed. "Additional CSX personnel and resources are en route".

Iranian FM to arrive in Turkey for discussions on Palestine

August 02, 2017

Palestinian support rose 4 percent to 43 percent, with much of the rise coming from Gazans. An equal number of Israeli and Palestinian respondents, 15 percent, said they were in favor of expelling the other from the land. Protesters waved Turkish and Palestinian flags Sunday at the "Great Jerusalem Meeting " in Istanbul's Yenikapi Square, called by the Islamist Felicity Party.

Palestinian man confesses to killing his pregnant Israeli girlfriend, police say

August 02, 2017

Officers claim Facebook posts suggested they meant to become engaged and, after that he confessed to the killing after interrogation. "According to his version, he met the deceased in the Holon area, choked her, threw stones at her head, covered her body, and left the place in her vehicle in order to release Palestinian prisoners", police said .

The New Reality Show On Bhajans Starring Sonakshi Sinha And Baba Ramdev

August 02, 2017

Shooting began on August 1, 2017 in a Powai studio. This time round, Sonakshi Sinha will be seen once again as a judge in yet another reality show titled " Om Shanti Om ", which will be aired on " Life OK' channel". Shooting for something super special and first of its kind. will announce sooooon! "Ramdev will share insight and teachings with the contestants as well as the audience".

Test missile launched from California coast

August 02, 2017

The reclusive nation launched its second inter-continental ballistic missile in a month Friday, in a further indication that its missiles are now capable of reaching USA cities. The ICBM arced into the night sky from Vandenberg Air Force Base in southern California and travelled approximately 4,200 miles to the Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands.

Man Fatally Stabbed in Midtown East, Police Say

August 02, 2017

Police sources said he was a registered sex offender with 17 arrests on his record, the most recent happening in June. EMS also responded and took him to Bellevue Hospital but it was too late. "Because we work the whole nighttime so we never hear about these types of things". The victim, whose name PIX11 is not reporting until his family is notified, lived in a halfway house in Manhattan.

76-Year-Old CVS Employee Accused in Manager's Death

August 02, 2017

Authorities on Wednesday arrested a 76-year-old man in connection with the murder of a CVS pharmacy manager whose body was found near a trash bin outside a store in Warrenton, Va. Mr. Fisher called the investigation "intense and fast moving". "Chief Battle and I were in constant contact along with the other agency personnel", Mr.

Norwich man charged in 11-year-old girl's murder

August 02, 2017

When they arrived on scene they found Jacelyn O'Connor dead. Investigators determined she had been killed, but did not give an exact cause of death. Brower was arraigned before Chenango County Court Judge Frank Revoir and sent to the Chenango County Jail without bail pending further court proceedings.

Russian Fighter Jets Intercepted by NATO Planes While on Training Mission - MoD

August 02, 2017

Pence was speaking on the first leg of a European tour that continues to Georgia and Montenegro. "We will reject any claim at any time by any nation that undermines this enduring principle". The bill underwent revisions to address concerns voiced by American oil and natural gas companies that sanctions specific to Russia's energy sector could backfire on them to Moscow's benefit.

Lightning strikes airport worker under plane

August 02, 2017

The bolt hit a Sun Country plane and traveled through 21-year-old Austin Dunn's body on Saturday, July 22nd. In another angle from the video released by Southwest Florida International Airport, you can see the worker walk underneath the nose of the aircraft.

1 prisoner still loose after peanut butter escape

August 02, 2017

Police captured 11 of the inmates within eight hours of the incredible escape , while the last escapee, Brady Kilpatrick , was rearrested two days later in Florida . Kilpatrick was being held in the Walker County jail on marijuana and drug paraphernalia charges when he and 11 other prisoners fled Sunday night.

USA probe into China trade practices may lead to sanctions

August 02, 2017

The Trump administration is reportedly considering using rarely invoked US trade laws to compel China to crack down on theft of copyrights, patents and other intellectual property and fend off technology-sharing demands from Beijing. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin blamed China's $347 billion trade surplus with the United States previous year on "government intervention in its economy".

Senate confirms Wray as Federal Bureau of Investigation director

August 02, 2017

Since the dismissal of Comey on May 9th, the Justice Department has appointed Robert Mueller as special counsel to oversee the investigation with the help of the FBI. Wray succeeds James Comey , who was sacked by President Donald Trump ostensibly for his handling of the investigation into Hillary Clinton's email practices, though the President later said he had the Russian Federation investigation on his mind when he axed Comey.

Etihad Airways 'assisting' Australia with plane probe — BBCI

August 02, 2017

Travellers at Australian airports will on Tuesday face another day of delays amid heightened security screenings. Australian police, however, have not named the airline that was allegedly targeted in the plot - which authorities say was inspired by Islamist extremism - nor have they identified the manner in which the attackers planned to bring down the aircraft aside from noting it involved an "improvised device".

Drug deaths in England and Wales hit record high

August 02, 2017

The increase was sharpest among middle aged men, where fatalities rose by a third to 135. The disturbing surge is driven in part by a jump in deaths related to cocaine, both in powder and in crack form. "Many of these deaths can be explained as the "Trainspotting" generation, often with poor physical and mental health, sadly losing their battle with long term addiction to drugs".

RT America: Trump's reason for golf trips ignites internet

August 02, 2017

No doubt the billionaire real estate mogul is used to bigger and better things than the White House, but that's no excuse to belittle the mansion (or the efforts of those who worked to preserve it), which has been the official residence of every USA president - including Abraham Lincoln, whom Trump reportedly admires -since 1800.

Arvind Panagariya resigns as Niti Aayog Vice Chairman

August 02, 2017

Chidambaram took a dig at Arvind Panagariya, who earlier resigned as the NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman, saying his resignation was a "wise decision" as it was taken well before he's proved wrong for predicting that growth in Q4 of 2017-18 will touch 8 percent.

President Maduro of Venezuela rounds up opposition leaders in midnight raids

August 02, 2017

Opinion polls had said some 85 percent of Venezuelans disapproved of the constitutional assembly and similar numbers disapproved of Maduro's overall performance. However, they gave little indication of how they planned to do that, and the capital was unusually quiet after months of sometimes violent protests. The two, however, remained under house arrest.

Emergency services rescuing up to 70 young people in Mourne Mountains

August 02, 2017

Reports have suggested that some of the children are suffering from hypothermia and leg injuries. The UK Coastguard said it had been contacted before noon and was "currently assisting with a large scale incident involving up to 70 people in the Mourne Mountains" and that "initial reports suggest that all members of the group are accounted for".

Venezuelan Election Turnout Figures Manipulated by 1M: Election Company

August 02, 2017

The CEO of Smartmatic, Antonio Mugica, made the comments at a press conference in London. "We estimate the difference between the actual participation and the one announced by authorities is at least one million votes". However, the Opposition said the figure was only 12%. Turnout numbers for Sunday's controversial vote in Venezuela have been "tampered with", the company running the voting has alleged.

I have the support of 122 MLAs, Dhinakaran says

August 02, 2017

Finance Minister D Jayakumar indicated that a patch-up with Mr Dinakaran was "unlikely". It may be recalled the "two leaves" symbol case saw the Edappadi K.Palaniswamy -led ruling faction of the AIADMK sideline Dinakaran. Sources said after the meeting with party leaders and ministers that Palaniswami was closeted with senior colleagues separately and discussed the need for strengthening the party and to keep out the family.

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