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Lufthansa eyes buying most of Air Berlin's aircraft

August 18, 2017

Air Berlin was forced to file for insolvency on Tuesday after main shareholder Etihad suddenly ended its financial support for the loss-making airline. "In addition to Lufthansa, we are in contact with two other interested companies from the air transport", said Thomas Winkelmann in an interview with the daily Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ) published on Thursday, without giving names.

United States and Japan warn North Korea of consequences if it attacks first

August 18, 2017

That (military) is not our preferred pathway. USA officials say the unpredictability of North Korea's response makes any military option risky. "We would take immediate, specific actions to take it down", the USA defense chief said. Thursday's meeting focused on a range of regional issues, including ongoing tensions with North Korea, and the future of the U.S. -Japan alliance and defense cooperation.

WRAPUP 6-US, Japan step up defense cooperation to counter N.Korea

August 18, 2017

President Trump's threats against North Korea are a means to "remind the regime" in Pyongyang what is at stake if it starts a war it can not win, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Thursday. The missiles would have to fly over Japan to reach their target, worrying Tokyo that warheads or missile debris could fall on its territory. "At some point, with a unified, worldwide message like we've never had before, they will realize the level of isolation they find themselves in", he said of ...

"Retuvieron los datos que le daban el triunfo a Cristina Kirchner" — Moreau

August 18, 2017

La Policía Federal capturó a ocho personas buscadas por delitos de robo, sustracción de menores, tráfico de drogas, infracción al código aduanero y falsificación de documento público, entre otros, en operativos en las provincias de Buenos Aires , Misiones, San Luis y Mendoza.

Congress questions Modi on demonetisation figures in speech

August 18, 2017

Chidambaram reminded Prime Minister Modi that "one can not embrace with a gun in hand". "It's time Mr. Modi starts doing what he was elected to do". Responding to Prime Minister Modi's stance on eradicating communalism, Yechury referred to the recent attacks in the name of cow vigilantism and termed it to be the highest form of communalism that exists in India.

Sinha led 'peace group' meets Abdullahs

August 18, 2017

Sinha and some members of his delegation had arrived here yesterday while some others arrived today. He informed the visiting delegation that situation in Valley is still not normal and civilian killings continue to take place, sources said.

China increases economic pressure on North Korea

August 18, 2017

The South Korean leader said in his speech that enforcing sanctions and pressure on North Korea is not aimed at raising military tensions but inducing North Korea to engage in dialogue. "But wrong actions on the Taiwan issue, the United States deploying the THAAD system around China, U.S. ships and aircraft's activities in the South China Sea, the United States close-in surveillance in the sea and air near China have had a large, negative influence on bilateral military ties and mutual ...

Federal grand jury indicts former Wasserman Schultz aide

August 18, 2017

A former House IT aide who had access to emails and files of dozens of Democratic lawmakers has been indicted on four counts , including bank fraud and engaging in unlawful monetary transactions. Awan, along with his wife, his two brothers and their wives, all worked for House Democrats over the years, making hundreds of thousands of dollars combined.

McConnell: 'There Are No Good Neo-Nazis'

August 18, 2017

Among all voters, 44 percent of respondents voiced approval for his job performance and 52 percent disapproved. Never has he gone as far in defending their actions as he did during a wild, street-corner shouting match of a news conference in the gilded lobby of Trump Tower, angrily asserting that so-called alt-left activists were just as responsible for the bloody confrontation as marchers brandishing swastikas, Confederate battle flags, anti-Semitic banners and "Trump/Pence" signs.

Trump Scolds CNN's Jim Acosta For Asking About Charlottesville

August 18, 2017

POTUS swaggered that it would not "bother me". "I like real news, not fake news and you're fake news ", Trump told Acosta, pointing directly at him. Trump spoke earlier Monday and condemned white supremacist groups like the KKK and neo-Nazis by name; on Saturday, in the wake of the violence in Charlottesville, he took sharp criticism for his initial statement condemning violence "on many sides".

World of Tanks gets its first single-player campaigns

August 18, 2017

Based on historical battles, two campaigns with three chapters each are coming to World of Tanks August 22 on console. Brothers in Armor focuses on Red Army soldiers fighting on the Eastern Front in Western Sherman tanks and serves as a tutorial for incoming players to cover basic movement, scouting, sniping, with an overview of tank armor and performance abilities.

S. Korean president urges dialogue with DPRK amid de-escalating tensions

August 18, 2017

A state-run media outlet reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said he would watch the United States "a little more" rather than responding quickly, but would "make an important decision, as it already declared", if the "Yankees persist in their extremely unsafe reckless actions on the Korean peninsula and in its vicinity".

Nick Xenophon Now Embroiled In Section 44 Dual Citizenship Drama

August 18, 2017

Xenophon renounced the Greek citizenship he had from his mother's side and only discovered the possibility that he may have British citizenship when a journalist contacted him about the issue. Last night, the Deputy leader of the Nationals Fiona Nash revealed she too might be ineligible to sit in Parliament, as she's a British citizen by descent.

Homemade submarine seems to have been sunk on purpose: Danish police

August 18, 2017

Now, Danish authorities are alleging that the vessel was "deliberately sunk", and the inventor known as "Rocket Madsen" is facing charges of preliminary manslaughter, as the search for Wall continues. Denmark's navy launched a search early Friday after the submarine hadn't returned to Copenhagen as expected. "With regard to the continued investigation, we are now unable to provide information about what was discovered at the examination and search", police said.

Three dead after al Shabaab attack in Lamu

August 18, 2017

Security agents had been forewarned of a looming Al Shabaab attacks within Kiunga area, Milihoi, after roughly 100 of them were spotted by locals. Lamu County Commissioner Joseph Kanyiri said he has reports that Al-Shabaab was soon planning attacks on the routes.

No war on Korean peninsula: South Korean President

August 18, 2017

North Korea on Thursday accused the South and the United States of driving the situation on the divided peninsula into a "catastrophe" by holding joint military exercises against it. On historical disputes with Japan, Moon took a firm stance, saying that Japan's sexual enslavement of Korean women and forced Korean laborers during its 1910-1945 occupation of Korea have not been resolved.

The Dolby Laboratories (DLB) Major Shareholder Dagmar Dolby Sells 50000 Shares

August 18, 2017

It has underperformed by 2.35% the S&P500. James Investment Research Inc. purchased a new position in Dolby Laboratories during the first quarter valued at approximately $155,000. Equities researchers at William Blair increased their FY2017 earnings per share estimates for shares of Dolby Laboratories in a research note issued to investors on Tuesday.

Barcelona terror attack: Seven-year-old Australian Julian Cadman missing

August 18, 2017

Julian's grandfather Tony Cadman , from Sydney, posted on his Facebook page that he is anxious about his grandson, who is missing following the attack. "Please like and share", Tony Cadman wrote on Facebook Friday afternoon. In a developing story, the one Australian reported missing in the wake of the terrorist attack in Barcelona is now confirmed to be a 7-year-old boy.

Chinese President Xi Jinping meets top US General Joseph Dunford

August 18, 2017

The top US military officer has told a top Chinese general that the USA and China have "many hard issues" to work through, but that he hopes meetings between the sides this week will lead to progress. China has called for both the United States and North Korea to " hit the brakes " in their war of words, and Beijing and Russian Federation developed a " double freezing " initiative last month which would cease any missile launches and nuclear tests in Pyongyang, as well as large-scale ...

North Korea filmed moving missiles into position

August 18, 2017

Defense Secretary James Mattis said Monday if North Korea attacks the US, it could lead to war, Anadolu reported. Tensions have flared since US President Donald Trump , responding to the North's latest missile tests, warned it of " fire and fury like the world has never seen ".

Death threat to Tripura CM Manik Sarkar

August 18, 2017

Mr. Sarkar had rejected outright the request from local station officials of Doordarshan and AIR to "reshape" the speech as the content provided was "not fit for broadcast". Earlier, a fake Facebook page was found on the name of the Chief Minister and the police traced the source to Indore, ' he said. However, both DD and AIR refrained from issuing a response on Sarkar's pre-recorded Independence Day speech, which was censored by both.

Assam: HSLC Class 10 compartmental examination's result 2017 declared

August 18, 2017

However, the candidates who have failed in subjects have appeared for the supplementary exam. The Assam Board HSLC Class 10 Compartment Result were declared today at 11 am at the official websites of the board i.e. Students can check Assam HSLC Compartment Results 2017 from the official website or follow the simple steps provided below. For to check the Assam HSLC Supplementary Results 2017 , you must enter the official website resultsassam.nic.in.

Delhi Aerocity hotel employee molested by security staff, fired for complaining

August 18, 2017

The footage also captures another hotel staff member who appears to do nothing to stop the manager and is seen leaving the room later. According to an NDTV report, security manager, security manager, Pawan Dahia allegedly also grabbed the woman, a member of the guest relations staff, after she left the room and tried to pull her into his auto.

Karti Chidambaram to appear before CBI accompanied by a lawyer

August 18, 2017

The bench has now posted the matter for consideration on August 28 and asked both parties to file their respective reports with regard to the investigation and other aspects of the case. Has he participated and cooperated in the investigation? We have had very bad experiences in the past of allowing people to go overseas, the court said.

Solar eclipse special coverage by Channel 9 meteorologists

August 18, 2017

A student looks through a homemade eye protection viewer created out of a cereal box during a Solar Eclipse and Other Science Fun class held at the Craft Memorial Library in Bluefield , Thursday. At the Americano Hotel in Chelsea, you can take in 360-degree views of the skyline while knocking back special Solar Eclipse Black Martinis. A pasta strainer or colander will also work as a pinhole camera , Gray said.

British schoolgirl attacked by love rival with acid reveals horrific burn photos

August 18, 2017

Young was taken to hospital with serious burns to her right leg. Ms Young continued: "I just took it off the shelf, like I do three times a day". "One of my friends said you'd better go and check your viola because I've just seen Emily in the string room".

Metro ASUU Strike Will Be Called Off Next Week- Education Minister Adamu

August 18, 2017

The federal government had in the last two days pressured the union to call off its strike which started last Monday. The main bone of contention was the demand by ASUU that universities should be exempted from the Treasury Single Account (TSA).

PM lauds economic reforms in I-Day speech

August 18, 2017

He accused the Modi government of "cutting" the health budget, which he said, was why the hospital could not buy oxygen cylinders. He said only a "handful of separatists" were resorting to different tactics to create problems in the state and said that there will be no soft approach on terrorism.

Class XII girl strangled by friend in park

August 18, 2017

The 17-year-old girl was a bright student and had secured 10 cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in Class 10. "Around 5 pm, she left home for tuition, usually she returns home by 8 pm". Initially, Sarthak stood by his version that he has not met Shreya for past one week. On Wednesday, Kapoor picked up the girl from her coaching institute at Rohini's Sector 17 as he wanted to "talk to her", the police said.

Iraqi jets bomb Tal Afar

August 18, 2017

Most of the evacuated civilians were taken to the Hamma al-Alil displacement camp south of Mosul , which is located some 65 kilometers east of Tal Afar . They fear a repeat of the final attack on Mosul's old city, in which thousands of residents were killed in air and artillery strikes as Isis retreated into the narrow streets.

China, US to further improve military ties

August 18, 2017

According to China's defense ministry , the next day, Dunford will visit a military base in the PLA's Northern Theater Command and observe a military exercise by the Chinese military. Tensions have risen in recent weeks after North Korea conducted two missile tests in July which, like its five atomic bomb tests, were carried out in defiance of worldwide pressure and United Nations resolutions.

Chinese President meets top U.S. general

August 18, 2017

U.S. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph Dunford (left) says goodbye to Chinese Northern Theater Command Commander Gen. Song Puxuan (center) at Northern Theater Command Army Force Camp in Haichung, China on Wednesday. Both sides have since tempered their rhetoric somewhat. Washington is "prepared militarily" to respond, if necessary, he said. Much of the discussion focused on North Korea, which also poses a threat to Japan.

James Harrison 'Fine' with Backup OLB Role Behind Rookie TJ Watt

August 18, 2017

That is when they will sub Harrison. "That's fine", Harrison said, per Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. "I'm fine with that". But by the end of a four quarter game, Harrison should have contributed enough to make his presence felt.

Friendship with China cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy: Masood Khalid

August 18, 2017

He said Pakistan is a nuclear power and has the ability to crush enemy casting evil eyes on the country but we should review why the country is still political and economically subjugated. He said that Pakistan was looking forward to the visit of the Chinese premier to Islamabad soon. He underlined the need for stronger Pakistan-China economic cooperation and said China would increase imports from Pakistan for a better balance in trade.

Taking military action in Venezuela would be a big mistake

August 18, 2017

The third part of the plan included the assisted escape of General Isaias Baduel, who is now serving a prison sentence for conspiracy. USA officials already have put economic sanctions in place against the Maduro government. Around 67 percent of Venezuelans support the upcoming presidential elections which are scheduled to be held in 2018. The Bolivarian National Intelligence Service said Tuesday they had detected and neutralized an assault plan at the headquarters of the Venezuelan ...

ClubCorp Holdings, Inc. (MYCC) to Issue $0.13 Quarterly Dividend

August 18, 2017

During the last 52 weeks, the (NYSE: MYCC ) price has been as high as $17.6 and as low as $10.8. It has underperformed by 2.70% the S&P500. Boston Partners' holdings in ClubCorp Holdings were worth $41,995,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

Meek Mill Arrested, Charged With Recklessly Driving Motorcycle

August 18, 2017

Further video of the hip hop star being arrested surfaced online late Thursday, in which an officer can be heard telling Mill he has video of the star riding "up and down the street". According to some fans, his initial confrontation with police was also caught on his Instagram's live stream which was stopped soon after. The real struggle is that it seems he drew the attention of the authorities after posting footage of himself riding a dirt bike on social media.

United States insists military ready to counter North Korea

August 18, 2017

That's been made clear as well", he said. Under Japan's current multitier ballistic missile defense system, the Maritime Self-Defense Force's Aegis destroyers equipped with Standard Missile-3 interceptors are tasked with stopping missiles in the outer atmosphere.

Korea, US to begin talks on possible FTA amendment next week

August 18, 2017

US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer made the request last month. The officials also discussed Japan's recent decision to raise tariffs on frozen beef from the United States, according to the trade office statement. The Trump administration has repeatedly pointed the finger at South Korea's trade surplus with the US, which amounted to roughly 27 billion USA dollars in 2016.

Dunford stresses diplomacy, sanctions for North Korea in talks with Chinese

August 18, 2017

America's diplomatic and defense chiefs sought Thursday to reinforce the threat of possible US military action against North Korea after President Donald Trump's top strategist essentially called the commander-in-chief's warnings a bluff.

Nobel Winner Malala Wins Place At Oxford University

August 18, 2017

Best wishes for life ahead!" she said on Twitter. In March, Yousafzai received a conditional offer from Oxford's Lady Margaret Hall, contingent on her exam results. Notable Oxford alumni include Pakistan former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto and Myanmar's pro-democracy campaigner Aung San Suu Kyi as well as former British Prime Minister David Cameron and his one-time Labour opponent Ed Miliband.

Trump kills advisory panel on infrastructure needs

August 18, 2017

General Motors chief Mary Barra was one member of Trump's abandoned CEO councils. "The President's Advisory Council on Infrastructure, which was still being formed, will not move forward", according to the White House pool report. Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that drastically reduced the time and oversight required to earn an environmental permit for infrastructure project proposals and nixed an Obama-era flood resilience standard created to counteract rising sea levels and ...

U.S. and Japan agree to boost defenses against North Korea

August 18, 2017

Allies the United States and South Korea remain technically at war with North Korea after the 1950-53 Korean conflict ended with a truce, not a peace treaty. The drill, part of a 19-day exercise, came after a tense war of words between the United States and North Korea over Pyongyang's threats to fire missiles towards the Pacific island of Guam.

Bank Negara: Malaysia 2Q GDP grows 5.8% on-year

August 18, 2017

Government expenditure growth slowed to 0.2 per cent. Exports climbed 9.6 per cent while services increased 6.3 per cent and manufacturing jumped 6 per cent. But economists at Nomura argue the June weakness may be transitory, pointing to continued robust demand globally. Manufacturing plays a major role in Malaysia's economy, accounting for a quarter of the country's output, and 16% of employment.

Brexit talks' second stage to be pushed back to December

August 18, 2017

The government has insisted it will have made "sufficient progress" in Brexit talks with the European Union by October to move on to the "next phase" of negotiations. Following the last round of talks, Mr Barnier asked for clarification from Britain on a number of issues and warned there were "fundamental" disagreements over citizens' rights, like on the role of the European Court of Justice.

Hogan Wants Removal of Justice Roger Taney Statue

August 18, 2017

Larry Hogan wants to remove the bronze image of Chief Justice Roger Brooke Taney from the State House in Annapolis. "Voting on this matter by email was just plain wrong", Miller wrote, noting that he had requested a public meeting, after Speaker Busch and Governor Hogan had both called for the statue's removal.

PM Modi urges senior, younger generation to come together for country's good

August 18, 2017

Addressing a gathering of entrepreneurs at the "Champions of Change" conclave organised by the NITI Aayog , he said the government cannot afford to live under the false impression that it can run a big country like India without active contribution of its people.

Archana Puran Singh : It feels weird sitting on Sidhuji's chair!

August 18, 2017

It is indeed true that the cricketer-turned-politician is out of the show and has been replaced by Archana Puran Singh . Navjot Singh Sidhu who is supposedly not at all fond of Archana Puran Singh has become upset with Kapil Sharma and had given him the ultimatum of not calling Archana Puran Singh from next episode of the show.

Tropical alert: Tropical Storm Harvey forms in Atlantic

August 18, 2017

It is now moving west at 15 miles per hour, with maximum sustained winds of 35 miles per hour. The storm is now sporting sustained winds of about 100 miles per hour. Harvey is forecast to gradually gain modest strength, per the National Hurricane Center, but intensification may be limited by some vertical wind shear.

National Weather Service looking into whether tornado touched down in Trumbull County

August 18, 2017

The Kingston Fire and Rescue Departments reported damage on Martin Rd and M-46 with reports of multiple trees knocked down, a trailer flipped over, and metal shingles torn from a roof. As of just after 9:30 p.m. Thursday, there were 381 power outages in Trumbull County - majority in Champion and Fowler townships. At 8:14 p.m., Mercer County 911 said that there were no reports of a touchdown and no reports of damage or road closures.

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