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Pope Francis Calls for the Suspension of Venezuela Assembly

August 04, 2017

Vatican City: The Vatican on Friday urged Venezuela not to go ahead with installing a powerful new assembly sought by President Nicolas Maduro but challenged by his opponents. It was not immediately evident whether Lopez would also be returned from jail to house arrest. Their supporters call them political prisoners. That has raised fears of violence that could add to a death toll of more than 125 over the past four months.

Washington Wants to Strengthen Sanctions Against North Korea

August 04, 2017

It will be handled. North Korea's latest test happened on Friday when Pyongyang launched an intercontinental ballistic missile that landed in the sea off the coast of Japan. Beijing says it has slashed imports of coal from North Korea , but trade between the two countries is rising. South Korea and the United States have been installing a THAAD battery comprised of six launchers in a former golf course in Seongju, some 300 kilometers southeast of Seoul, since they announced the plan in ...

Fatal Wrong-Way Crash Causes Major Delays on I-495

August 04, 2017

The incident is still under investigation, but state police said they received numerous 911 calls reporting seeing a vehicle headed south in the northbound lanes, and within a minute or two the violent crash occurred. No other details were immediately available. All three northbound lanes were temporarily shut down as a result of the crash, but police later reopened them at 8 a.m.

Police investigating mystery hair shearer in northern India

August 04, 2017

A 62-year-old woman was allegedly lynched by a mob after she lost her way to her home and the villagers thought she was a "witch" who had come to cut the hair of women in Agra district of Uttar Pradesh. One of the women said her braids were chopped off by a "black cat" that took the shape of a man, according to the Hindustan Times. The authorities were now "getting complaints from women about this unknown ghost" nearly every day, according to police officer Manish Rakesh.

Income Tax offices to remain open till mid-night on August 5

August 04, 2017

However, the returns will not be processed until the linkage of Aadhaar with PAN is done", it said. The last date of filing income tax returns earlier was July 31, 2017 which was then revised to August 5, 2017 as income tax website crashed and threw up errors for tax filers on the last day.

Afghan forces gain ground from Taliban in pattern of territory changing hands

August 04, 2017

Additionally, two Afghan civilians were killed and seven were wounded in the attack. Georgian and US troops frequently patrol outside the sprawling USA air base's perimeter and along its runway approaches. Reports say the ambushed convoy belonged to the US military, and claim the suicide bomber was a member of the Taliban. According to the US military, three other Georgian soldiers were wounded in Thursday's bombing, as well as two USA service members and an Afghan interpreter.

Man shot in driveway of Stamullen house

August 04, 2017

The incident happened in Mill Close, Stamullen, Co. However there is believed to be a gangland motive for the attack, which has left one man in a serious condition in hospital. Gardaí say the injured man's condition is not known. A full investigation has commenced and an incident room has been established at Drogheda Garda Station.

Malala shares photos as she receives copy of her first picture book

August 04, 2017

Expressing her joy as her mother happened to be its first reader, the author wrote, "So happy that my mother, Toor Pekai, who is learning English, is the first one to read the book". Malala was shot by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan terrorists in 2012 in her hometown of Swat, Pakistan. Malala took to twitter and shared the photos of her picture book late Thursday night.

Man Charged With Killing Woman, Girl In Crystal Lake

August 04, 2017

Thursday night after receiving a call about two people armed with weapons. But just before that, police got another report of a man carrying a gun. When police got there, officers found a 31-year-old woman and a 16-year-old girl had been shot multiple times.

Two persons grilled in TN over IS connection

August 04, 2017

The investigation team had seized leaflets, mobile phones and DVDs in connection with the ISIS. He is also believed to have been involved in the secret meeting of the Islamic state in Kannur's Kanakamala. Those who had attended the secret meeting in Kanakamlai, where the conspiracy was done, had planned to fight against the country and to attack foreigners, says the charge sheet.

Rajinikanth wants FEFSI strike to end soon

August 04, 2017

Tamilisai Soundararajan has said. The press note issued by the Producers' Council said, "Producers are bound to pay their workers but a section of members of FEFSI are trying to demand unreasonable remuneration, which causes huge loss". FEFSI on Tuesday began a strike as their request for revision of daily wages had been turned down by Tamil Nadu Film Producers Council (TFPC). FEFSI is an organisation consisting of technicians from the Tamil film industry and is believed to have around ...

Duterte hands-off on Sereno impeachment complaint

August 04, 2017

Asked if there would be an active endorsement or rejection by the President on complaints against Ms. Sereno, Ms. Banaag said: "Well, if the President would opt to in the coming days, then that would be up to him". "She used public funds to finance her extravagant and lavish lifestyle by ordering the purchase of a brand-new luxurious Toyota Land Cruiser 2017 model as her personal vehicle, amounting to more than P5 million", Gadon said in his 54-page impeachment complaint.

(NYSE:UTX) Position Raised by American Century Companies Inc

August 04, 2017

Insiders sold 41,170 shares of company stock worth $3,865,674 in the last 90 days. ESL's SI was 770,900 shares in August as released by FINRA. Wellington Shields Capital Management LLC's holdings in United Technologies Corporation were worth $1,211,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

Blue Whale game echoes in House

August 04, 2017

Drawing attention towards such highly addictive games BJP MP Vikas Mahatme said that such games are harming children and demanded action from the government. After completion of the task, marking on your hand has to be made, which is completed in 50 days and becomes the shape of the vine and the person who completes the task has to commit suicide at the end.

Mughalsarai To Be Renamed As Deen Dayal Upadhyay Railway Station

August 04, 2017

Following this, the SP members trooped into the well of the House shouting slogans, disrupting the listed business. Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned for ten minutes on Friday, August 4, after the opposition Samajwadi Party and Bahujan Samaj Party protested against the Modi government's decision to allow the renaming of the Mughalsarai railway station in Uttar Pradesh after Deen Dayal Upadhyay.

Almost 8000 refugees and fighters reach Syria from Lebanon after truce deal

August 04, 2017

They were bussed out of the restive border area between Lebanon and Syria as part of a ceasefire deal between Lebanon's Shiite movement Hezbollah and fighters from al-Qaida's former Syrian branch. The evacuation deal followed a military offensive by Hezbollah fighters and Syrian troops during which they captured border areas between the two countries and left hundreds of al-Qaeda fighters besieged in a small rugged mountainous area.

Boko Haram strike again, kill Seven People in Adamawa

August 04, 2017

Fleeing residents said the fighters stormed Mildu village late Tuesday. He said the government had dispatched a rescue team from Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency to the area to assess the level of damage and provide relief to the victims of the attack.

Man Teases Captive Black Bear, Gets Mauled

August 04, 2017

Mr Promratee had been standing on a surrounding wall when he reached into the enclosure to feed the animals. The video of the incident was recorded and posted online and has been going viral ever since, which shows the man being mauled and bitten by the giant animal.

Bill to cut off aid to Palestinians passed by USA committee

August 04, 2017

Greenblatt, ADL CEO. The money will be transferred to the Palestinian National Fund, the financial arm of the PLO, which was designated by Israel as a terror organization due to its involvement in paying terrorist salaries. The version of the Taylor Force Act that was approved by the Senate's Foreign Relations Committee earlier today and will soon proceed to the Senate floor for a full vote is a better iteration of the bill than the original version introduced earlier this year.

AG Sessions Adds More Sanctuary Cities to His List

August 04, 2017

Sessions has pledged to make fighting street crime the Justice Department's top priority, but the strategy is putting him at odds with some city leaders, who say the best way to fight crime and build community trust is to keep local police out of federal immigration matters.

DOJ Says Sanctuary Cities Can't Participate In New Anti-Crime Program

August 04, 2017

Representatives from the other two police departments did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Cities and counties seeking federal help in fighting violent crime will have to show they will not shelter illegal immigrants, the Department of Justice has said .

Russia Denounces As 'Cold War Mentality' Pence Remarks In Balkans

August 04, 2017

In a statement the foreign Ministry noted that the Pens came "to the accusations of our country in the forcible redrawing of borders in the region". The Russian foreign Ministry reacted to the statements by Vice-President Mike Pence in Podgorica, noting that the United States in 1999 created another conflict in Europe and now under an vast pressure forced Montenegro to join North Atlantic Treaty Organisation.

'100 Bridges Can Collapse Anytime', Minister Nitin Gadkari Tells Parliament

August 04, 2017

The data has come forth following a survey that took a long hard look at more than 1.6 lakh bridges across the country - an effort that set the exchequer back by Rs 69 crore. The minister further clarified that the delay in the ongoing works on various road works project were delayed mainly because of the issues related to land acquisition and the long waiting for the encroachment and environmental clearance from the authorities concerned.

Southern National Bancorp of Virginia Inc

August 04, 2017

Suntrust Banks Inc. now owns 21,217 shares of the bank's stock worth $368,000 after buying an additional 114 shares in the last quarter. Highbridge Capital Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of Peoples Bancorp during the first quarter valued at approximately $232,000.

New Hampshire's GOP Governor: 'The President Is Wrong' About My State

August 04, 2017

On August 3, The Washington Post published excerpts from a transcript of Trump's phone call with his Mexican counterpart seven days after his inauguration in January. GOP national committeewoman Juliana Bergeron said Republicans and Democrats should put aside politics in fighting the drug problem. Eugene McCarthy that pushed President Lyndon Johnson into early retirement, or the vulnerability President George H.W.

Scaramucci cancels Friday online event

August 04, 2017

He was especially disappointed by the piece, he told HuffPo, because he and Lizza's families have a personal history. The now-famous article caused mass controversy and Scaramucci reportedly felt "burned" by it. She has since given birth to their son. Scaramucci's interview with Lizza , which included him calling Reince Priebus a "paranoid schizophrenic" and threatening to fire the entire staff of the White House communications department, caused his reputation irreparable ...

How To Fend Off Bullies? Bikers Escort Bullied Indiana Student To School

August 04, 2017

Some came from more than an hour away, according to WXIN , and they had breakfast and prayed with Phil in the morning before the escort. After that day, "Phil comes home every day smiling and he did not do that past year", Tammy said. "I recommend this for any kid who's being bullied", she said. Warfield told the IBTimes UK he was "honoured to be a part of it and help Phil and many others out".

Karti Chidambaram Approaches Madras HC After ED, CBI Issue Lookout Notice

August 04, 2017

It is still unclear if a look out circular has been issued against him. The circular implies that Karti Chidambaram will have to keep the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate informed about his travel plans overseas. While the clearance granted was only for Rs four crore, the actual foreign investment was reportedly much higher. An Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR), ED's equivalent of a police FIR, has been registered against Karti, INX media and its directors, Peter and Indrani ...

Bannon proposal to raise top tax rate dismissed by White House official

August 04, 2017

Short said the president plans to do more traveling to pitch a tax overhaul than he did for the health-care effort. "We will have success", Mnuchin said Monday during an event hosted by Freedom Partners Chamber of Commerce and Americans for Prosperity.

Tesla averages more than 1800 Model 3 reservations a day

August 04, 2017

The American brand recorded a total revenue of £2.12bn in the second quarter of this year, compared with £989m for the same period in 2016. Revenue rose to $US2.79 billion from $US1.27 billion, beating analysts' average estimate of $US2.51 billion, according to Thomson Reuters I/B/E/S.

Russian Prime Minister Slams Trump Administration 'Weakness' Over US Sanctions

August 04, 2017

It bars Trump from waiving the Russian Federation sanctions without first securing approval from Congress, and also imposes new financial sanctions on Iran and North Korea. Trump and his campaign aides have repeatedly denied collusion with Russian Federation. The head of Russia's largest oil firm Rosneft - which has already been targeted by earlier USA sanctions imposed over the Ukraine crisis - promised the company would try to avoid more pain.

Sean Spicer Turns Down 'Dancing With the Stars' Offer

August 04, 2017

TMZ reported Thursday that a source close to Spicer says he isn't interested in doing the show due to his busy fall schedule. Plus, "he's not a good dancer". Spicer left his job at the White House last month and was replaced by Wall Street's Anthony Scaramucci. Earlier this week, a senior White House official told Reuters that the former press secretary was fielding offers for his post-White House life and were finding them too exciting to pass up.

Much of Southern California interior under flash flood watch

August 04, 2017

The storms may contain hail, damaging winds, heavy downpours and localized flooding. Flash flood watches are posted across much of the interior of southwestern California as monsoonal moisture flows through the region. A Flash Flood Warning means that flooding is imminent or occurring. The NWS said the threat of thunderstorms and high humidity could persist through Friday.

NDA leaders to meet tomorrow ahead of VP polls

August 04, 2017

Days before the vice presidential poll, M Venkaiah Naidu reached out to all Members of Parliament seeking their support, assuring them that on being elected he will defend and uphold the ideals of freedom struggle, the spirit and principles of the Constitution of India.

Man Killed By Vallejo Police After Pursuit To Richmond Identified

August 04, 2017

When the chase ended about 15 minutes later in Richmond, Barbo exited the vehicle and advanced on officers with a machete raised overhead, police said. The driver has been identified as a 45-year-old Benicia man. The man's name was not released pending notification of his family. Richmond police and the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office are conducting investigations into the shooting.

Silpa Chakrapani Resigns from TDP, Joins YSRC

August 04, 2017

The power struggle in the poll-bound Nandyal between ruling Telugu Desam Government (TDP) and opposition Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) seems to be heating up. He is expected to meet YSRC chief Jagan Mohan Reddy at the Lotus Pond party office to be formally inducted into the party, a source said. The Silpa and the Bhuma families have a running feud in the faction-ridden Kurnool district.

Arms Act case: Salman Khan to appear in Jodhpur court today

August 04, 2017

Salman was exempted to appear in person on July 6 by the court but he must be present today for the hearing in the District and Sessions Court, in person. Khan's lawyer Hastimal Saraswat told ANI earlier that he was scheduled to deposit a bail bond of Rs 20,000 on Friday. It is said he used these while poaching the two black bucks at Jodhpur's Kankani village.

Suspect steals multiple vehicles, crashes after pursuit

August 04, 2017

Only one lane of Peachtree Industrial was open in the area around Campus Drive as of Thursday at about 3:30 p.m., Pihera said. - A suspect has crashed a vehicle after a police pursuit through Gwinnett County involving multiple hit and run incidents, according to Gwinnett County Police.

Ordena arresto de Roberto Borge; Tribunal Panameño

August 04, 2017

Candanedo indicó que si el tribunal acepta los nuevos cargos y legaliza el arresto en base a esos motivos, quedará en manos de la Cancillería panameña poner fecha a la extradición . Durante la primera audiencia del exgobernador, Candanedo sustentó el requerimiento de México por diversos delitos para la extradición . Por eso, Borge otra vez fijó la mirada cuando Marín recordó los motivos por los que el hombre solicitado por México carece de arraigo en Panamá y es inoportuno ...

Cardin Statement on Committee Passage of the Taylor Force Act

August 04, 2017

The revised bill would compel the State Department to cut off funding to the PA, but "spells out the steps by which payments to the PA could resume", said the office of Sen. Force was a Boy Scout and West Point graduate who served tours of duty in Afghanistan and Iraq. His attacker was shot and killed by authorities during the attack.

NTSB: Minneapolis school explosion investigation could take a year

August 04, 2017

NTSB member Christopher Hart says investigators are looking into whether the explosion occurred while a gas meter was being moved. Just 24 hours after the incident, investigators from the NTSB "Go Team" arrived in Minneapolis to begin the long, arduous process of figuring out exactly what went wrong, and how to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Polls open in Rwanda's presidential election

August 04, 2017

She said she "doesn't even know the names" of the two other candidates, Frank Habineza of the Democratic Green Party - the only permitted critical opposition party - and independent candidate Philippe Mpayimana. Kagame is recognised for his 17-year track record of economic growth, stability and development. But dissent is rare in Rwanda and many of those opposed to Kagame have fled.

Egyptian FM visit Sudan for ongoing bilateral tensions

August 04, 2017

Speaking at a joint press conference, the two ministers regarded the meetings as evidence of willingness of the two countries' leadership to enhance bilateral relations. Shoukry will head the Egyptian delegation at a Thursday meeting of the Egyptian-Sudanese political consultation committee, which aims to boost the ties between the two countries.

Dumi Masilela dies in reported hijacking ordeal

August 04, 2017

Condolences are still pouring in as many are expressing their shock at learning about Dumi's death. With social media abuzz with fans and colleagues posting their fondest memories of Masilela, the cast of Rhythm City is shattered. "My deepest condolences to the Masilela family". "He passed in a hijacking on Wednesday 2 August". Dumi recently married to former " Muvhango " actress Simphiwe Ngema in a star-studded traditional wedding.

Watch White House's Stephen Miller battle with CNN's Jim Acosta

August 04, 2017

Put it this way: Guardian reporter Ben Jacobs - who set a pretty high bar for weirdness when he was body slammed by a congressional candidate just 10 weeks ago - found the scene in the briefing room so odd that he joked about unwittingly ingesting a hallucinogenic.

Trump aide dismisses Statue of Liberty "huddled masses" poem

August 04, 2017

Miller said the statue is a "symbol of American liberty lighting the world" and suggested it had little to do with immigrants. In Wednesday's heated exchange between Miller and CNN's Jim Acosta, the nation watched these famous lines become "fighting words", but in fact, they have been just that for years.

USA push to bar NoKor from ASEAN forum

August 04, 2017

There is also news that the Iranians may still be cooperating militarily with the North Koreans. She will leave for Manila on Saturday for her debut at the multilateral diplomatic event since taking office in June. Intended or not, such mixed signals from the US could be yet another concern for the liberal Moon Jae-in government. "What we are trying to do is galvanize this pressure and isolate North Korea so it can see what the opportunity cost is over developing these weapons programs", she ...

USA successfully tests unarmed IBM - Air Force

August 04, 2017

China says it shouldn't be held responsible for resolving the North Korean nuclear standoff alone and has said other countries are shirking their responsibilities in the effort to reduce tensions. Air Force said a test Wednesday of an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile was successful. "Trump is quite a personality, and he likes to tweet , however emotional venting can not become the guidance for solving the nuclear issues on the Korean peninsula", said the editorial, first ...

U.S. willing to talk to North Korea, says Tillerson

August 04, 2017

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will travel to the Philippines, Thailand and Malaysia Aug. 5 to Aug. 9, the State Department said on Tuesday. Pyongyang first undertook its first successful test of an intercontinental ballistic missile on July 4.

Danish Queen's husband refuses to be buried beside his wife

August 04, 2017

On marrying her, he renounced his French citizenship, changed his name to Henrik and converted from Catholicism to Protestantism. The then-crown-princess met Henri Marie Jean André de Laborde de Monpezat when he was stationed in London as a diplomat.