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Trump watches eclipse from White House

August 22, 2017

The last time the contiguous United States saw a total solar eclipse was February 26, 1979, when the path of totality only crossed the Pacific Northwest. They were joined by the Secretary of Commerce, Wilbur Ross, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, and Attorney General Jeff Sessions , who was "eagerly viewing the natural phenomenon" according to the pool report.

China calls for end to US-South Korea joint military exercises

August 22, 2017

Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Joseph Dunford on Monday said that the Pentagon is prepared "to use the full range of military capabilities to defend our allies and the USA homeland". They also called for an end to joint U.S. These arguments might not win over South Korean conservatives whose main fear is that a fully functional ICBM in Pyongyang would eventually force the United States to consider a peace treaty with the North and also the removal of the tens of thousands of American soldiers ...

Go vegan with the Cities: Skylines Green Cities expansion

August 22, 2017

Promising "350 new assets" for the main game (including over 200 new buildings), Green Cities looks like it will introduce all kinds of buildings and services to help you tackle pollution. Alongside the paid Green Cities expansion , a free update will ship for everyone with electric cars, road modding, and other tidbits like parks and trees.

This Chelsea Clinton Tweet Defending Barron Trump Is Savage Perfection

August 22, 2017

While his mother Melania receives most of the attention in the family when it comes to fashion, the 11-year-old has caused a stir of his own for his style choices. Chelsea faced bullying herself while growing up in the White House in the late 1990s. She tweeted that "all children need to be protected from bullying + mockery", reported the Daily Mail.

Barcelona terror suspect: Bigger attack planned

August 22, 2017

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the Cambrils and Barcelona attacks. Police said they had "scientific evidence" that the fugitive, Younes Abouyaaqoub, 22, was driving the van that barrelled through Barcelona's crowded Las Ramblas promenade, killing 13 people on Thursday, then hijacked a auto and fatally stabbed its driver while making his getaway.

Muslim community take to the streets in Barcelona

August 22, 2017

But what do we know about the 12-strong cell and their plans? "These guys were normal, they said 'hello, goodbye, ' they all worked, they had cars, they had parents", said Habiba al Loquiat, a resident of Ripoll, the small town where many of them lived and where Loquiat attended a gathering last Saturday of Moroccans in solidarity with the victims.

Treasury Secretary Mnuchin's Wife Caught Bragging of High Spending Government Perks

August 22, 2017

Miller said . The Scottish actress posted a photo on Instagram showing her leaving a government plane while on a trip to Kentucky with Mnuchin and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnellMitch McConnellTrump's isolation grows Ellison: Trump has "level of sympathy" for neo-Nazis, white supremacists Trump touts endorsement of second-place finisher in Alabama primary MORE .

A Large Caliber Bullet Couldn't Stop Scalise, He Is Walking Again

August 22, 2017

He's going to be able to walk. Despite a few setbacks, Scalise appears to be making a steady recovery. Scalise, the No. 3 House GOP leader and his party's top vote counter, is out of the hospital but continuing to recover in a rehabilitation facility.

Canada sending 15 troops to participate in South Korean, US military exercise

August 22, 2017

The latest missile threat from North Korea comes ahead of joint military drills between the USA and South Korea. It is a "computer simulated defensive exercise created to enhance readiness, protect the region and maintain stability on the Korean peninsula", the Pentagon said on Friday.

Fears rise as soaring rents hit record high

August 22, 2017

The average advertised rent in Louth is now €1,024, up 54% from its lowest point. Daft.ie also shows that the availability record is low and there were fewer than 3,000 places available to rent nationwide on August 1. "Otherwise many young people coming from outside urban areas - who don't live near a university and can't shoulder the costs of a long, pricey commute - will have to defer their college courses this September".

US Treasury Sanctions Chinese, Russian Firms for Aiding North Korea

August 22, 2017

Other activities subject to the U.S. Treasury's individual sanctions included "dealing in the North Korean energy trade, facilitating the country's exportation of workers, and enabling sanctioned North Korean entities to access the U.S. Those complanies include Dandong Zhicheng Metallic Materials Co, Ltd, JinHou International Holding Co, Ltd, and Dandong Tianfu Trade Co, Ltd. Three Russian individuals and two Singapore-based companies that helped provide oil to North Korea were sanctioned .

Lindsey Graham to Trump: "Your words are dividing Americans"

August 22, 2017

After receiving much criticism pertaining to his argument that "both sides" were responsible for the protests in Charlottesville , US President Donald Trump responded today (Thursday) to the accusations against him. Lindsey Graham on Thursday morning, claiming the Republican from SC falsely stated his words about violence in Charlottesville, Virginia. "The people of SC will remember!" Trump won the state with 32.5 percent of the vote.

Traders Alert on Windstream Holdings, Inc. (WIN)

August 22, 2017

Jefferies Group LLC reissued a "hold" rating and set a $2.50 price objective (down from $5.00) on shares of Windstream Holdings in a report on Wednesday, August 9th. The shares price has positioned -60.04% down over the past quarter while it has directed -73.47% toward a falling position throughout past six months.

Trump blasts Sen. Lindsey Graham in morning tweets for comments on Charlottesville

August 22, 2017

By Tuesday, however, Trump swiftly retreated from those statements with an explosive press conference that all but defended the white nationalist groups who were protesting the removal of a Confederate memorial honoring Robert E. Graham "just can't forget his election trouncing", Trump wrote, then writing what sounded like a threat: "The people of SC will remember!" He also equivocated on whether to remove the Confederate battle banner from the SC state capitol after the 2015 Charleston ...

Rockabilly Creator Albert "Sonny" Burgess Dead

August 22, 2017

It became known as one of the rawest singles of the early rock era. With his band, the Pacers, Burgess created some of the most raucous rockabilly tunes of the Fifties. Now known as Sonny Burgess and The Legendary Pacers , the group has shows booked to 2018. With June Taylor, he was the host of " We Wanna Boogie ", a Sunday night show on KASU , the radio station of Arkansas State University, in Jonesboro.

Tornado watch issued for parts of region

August 22, 2017

Just before 12:30 pm, the weather service issued a tornado watch for all of Western New York until 9 pm Tuesday. Meteorologist Scott Harbaugh and Chief Meteorologist Stephen Cropper will track the storms as they move through. Miss 2017's total solar eclipse? A line of swift moving storms stretching from the Great Lakes through eastern Kentucky is expected to move through the area, potentially bringing ping pong ball sized hail and heavy winds up to 70 miles per hour.

Flash flooding shuts down several KC roads

August 22, 2017

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flooding warning for much of the area. Radar estimates and Weather Underground rainfall reports indicated a broad swath of 3 to 7 inches of rain had fallen across the Kansas City metro area.

Duke Realty Corporation (DRE) Hits a New 52-Week High

August 22, 2017

Duke Realty Corp (NYSE: DRE ) has risen 24.81% since August 21, 2016 and is uptrending. The company surged 1.19% and closed its last trading session at $28.52. Amica Mutual Insurance Company decreased Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) stake by 11,581 shares to 274,725 valued at $31.82 million in 2016Q4. Creditors will loan money at a cheaper rate to a profitable company than to an unprofitable one; consequently, profitable companies can use leverage to increase stockholders' equity even more.

Attorneys Fight To Stop Missouri Execution

August 22, 2017

One will take place outside of the Capitol office of Republican Gov. Eric Greitens, whom Williams has asked for clemency. "Based on the other, non-DNA, evidence in this case, our office is confident in Marcellus Williams' guilt and plans to move forward", Loree Anne Paradise of the Missouri Attorney General's office said in a statement .

Creighton student killed in I-80 crash remembered

August 22, 2017

College of Arts and Sciences sophomore Joan Ocampo-Yambing, a computer science major from Minnesota, was killed in the collision. "A mix of shock and as you see we all came together and just sadness I would say", said student Adam Johnson.

Iran Can Restart 20% Uranium Enrichment in Days: Nuclear Chief

August 22, 2017

The deal that Iranian President Hassan Rouhani championed with the United States, Russia, China and three European powers led to the lifting of most sanctions against Tehran in return for curbs on its nuclear programme. Trump also signed in August a US Senate bill that imposed sanctions on Iran , Russia and North Korea. Our correspondent said the moves made the Iranians "very upset".

Shahabuddin charge-sheeted in journalist murder case

August 22, 2017

The charge sheet has been filed in the Muzaffarpur special court. According to the Newspaper, The central agency began probe into the case on the intervention of the Supreme Court after the slain journalist's wife filed a petition before it on September 23 previous year.

Tillerson rejects claims of 'no military solution' to North Korea threats

August 22, 2017

The ministers said they discussed their response to North Korea's growing nuclear and missile threats. Trump got attention - and sparked alarm - with comments that threats from Kim Jong Un's regime, which has pledged to develop a nuclear missile that could hit the USA mainland, would be met with "fire and fury".

Macy's names senior eBay executive as president

August 22, 2017

In March, Macy's new CEO Jeff Gennette outlined some of his vision for merchandising changes at Macy's , promising a more nimble off-price/full-price hybrid retailer with more inspiring merchandise. Previously, he spent 10 years in various leadership roles at Home Depot, where he was most recently SVP for merchandising and Macy's said he was responsible for jump-starting homedepot.com and building it into a almost $2 billion business.

German Police Seize 5000 Trump-Shaped Ecstasy Tablets

August 22, 2017

The drugs were found in the vehicle of a 51-year-old man and his 17-year-old son. It is not uncommon for drug manufacturers to use shapes or famous faces and brand names to make their tablets stand out from the more traditional medicine style pills.

She's too lovely to be Chunky's child: Farah Khan on Ananya Panday

August 22, 2017

Chunky Panday's gorgeous daughter Ananya Panday, has been in the news since her debut at the "le Bal" in Paris was announced. Farah Khan's comment on the picture has been trending on Twitter with people giving a mixed response to it. Every since 1992, "Le Bal" brings together 20 girls and 20 boys from a dozen nationalities. If rumors are to be believed, Ananya will make her Bollywood debut with Karan Johar's Student Of The Year 2 .

Turkey's Erdogan, Jordan's King Abdullah II discuss Palestine's al-Aqsa

August 22, 2017

The king said that bilateral issues had also been discussed during his meeting with the Turkish president. Jordan's King Abdullah II (R) greets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the royal palace in Amman . Following the Monday meeting held in Amman , both Erdogan and Abdullah, who is the custodian of the al-Aqsa Mosque Compound in Palestine, expressed the "unequivocal rejection of any attempt to change the legal and historical situation in the al-Aqsa mosque and any unilateral ...

Met Éireann issues nationwide thunder warning

August 22, 2017

Nationally, it will be another humid day with mist and fog in some places this morning. AA Roadwatch warned motorists of the incoming wet weather, reminding people to take care on the roads. "The rain will be heaviest and most persistent across the northern half of the country". Heavy rain may also impact driver visibility. Top temperatures of 18 to 22 degrees.

If We Enter India, 'Chaos', Warns China, Says India's Stand Is 'Vicious'

August 22, 2017

Meanwhile, China has been demanding immediate withdrawal of Indian troops from Doklam. China also claims that Thimphu has no dispute with Beijing over Doklam. "At the same time we will safeguard our territorial sovereignty and integrity". "I am sure that there will be a positive move from China, after which the matter will be resolved and peace will be restored", said Rajnath.

Abducted Boy, 9, Sought Following Santa Barbara County Shooting Death

August 22, 2017

College Drive. The boy was identified as 9-year-old Daniel Morozov, according to Ventura California Highway Patrol. He is described as white, 4-feet-9, 90 pounds with brown hair and eyes. He is described as 6-feet tall, 180 pounds and with brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone who spots the two is warned not to approach, but to call 911 instead.

Daleville Public Library celebrates eclipse mania

August 22, 2017

Robert Hayes, Tewksbury's Community Service librarian, arranged solar-themed snacks for the solar eclipse viewing event at the public library. After the main event, people stand around talking about the eclipse. "I love the view". "Everyone always thinks the Earth is the center of attention, but there's so much more out there". It also had a viewing party with its bookmobile program at Collier-Blocker-Puryear Park.

A rare white koala was born at Queensland's Australia Zoo

August 22, 2017

Visitors to an Australian zoo are being treated to a rare sight since the birth of a number of koala joeys, one of which is adorned with white fur . She also told ABC that koalas with white fur and brown-black eyes and skin - like this one - are even rarer than albino koalas.

Trump defends monuments to the pro-slavery Confederacy

August 22, 2017

President Trump's statement is also at war with our nation's history. "Everyone in leadership must speak out". After widespread criticism for remarks that appeared to confer legitimacy on white supremacists, Trump is facing a mass exodus of the CEOs he once courted, a public repudiation that undermines his image as a businessman and could threaten his policy agenda on everything from taxes to trade.

Carlson jokes: Trump eclipse gazing 'most impressive thing any president has done'

August 22, 2017

Update: A Fox News spokesperson saw our story and reached out to The Response to clarify that Carlson "was joking". "Perhaps the most impressive thing any president has done". "But in a move that is not a complete surprise, he looked entirely at the sun without any glasses, perhaps the most impressive thing any president has ever done".

Russian theatre director Kirill Serebrennikov arrested on embezzlement charges

August 22, 2017

He is suspected of embezzling 68 million rubles (£900,000) of government funds earmarked for a production at his theatre, according to the Investigative Committee, which looks into high-profile crime. His productions have sold out for years. Authorities are now deciding whether Serebrennikov will be kept in custody or placed under house arrest.

SC asks Tamil Nadu to follow NEET after Centre denies it exemption

August 22, 2017

The state at present uses Class 12 marks to decide medical admissions. As The Indian Express reported yesterday, the attorney general has said that the ordinance, sent by the Tamil Nadu government on the exemption of NEET, is not good in law.

SEA Games: Malaysia's Wushu exponents deliver their fifth gold

August 22, 2017

Ho delivered Malaysia's fifth wushu gold - his first SEA Games gold medal after failing in the four previous campaigns. Thailand won the silver with 1'01:56.104 while Vietnam took bronze with 1'012:00.891. "Overall, I think they all did minimal mistakes and in most performances, the exponents showed composure". Gold-hungry Malaysia continued their relentless pursuit of medals at the SEA Games with a haul of seven gold by lunchtime today.

North Korea warns USA against military drills with South Korea

August 22, 2017

Defense Secretary James Mattis said the reduction in numbers simply reflects a need for fewer personnel, and hasn't been scaled back in response to tensions with North Korea . Mattis also made clear the US' willingness to use force if North Korea steps out of line. "That reason has not yet emerged", he said. USA officials have pledged the military exercises will go ahead this week as planned.

22-year-old trainee IMA cadet collapses during 10-km run, dies

August 22, 2017

The cadets were in the fresh batch of GCs at the IMA and were undertaking training course to pass out from the academy as Lieutenant-rank officers. Sharma, who died on Friday, hailed from Bathinda in Punjab. "The second individual (Chhetri) eventually passed away at 11.50 p.m. on August 19 despite best efforts of the doctors". Seven cadets had collapsed during a "routine 10-km run" out of which five were admitted in the Military Hospital (MH) at Dehradun where their condition was ...

Army Lends a Helping Hand in Bihar Floods

August 22, 2017

So far, the deluge in Araria has claimed 57 lives followed by 31 deaths in Sitamarhi and 29 in West Champaran. Chief minister Nitish Kumar reviewed the flood situation and issued necessary instructions to officials of the DMD and water resources department (DMD) to step up rescue operations.

GOP senator: 'Too hard to say' if Trump will be 2020 nominee

August 22, 2017

Collins on MSNBC said Trump "had an obligation, a moral obligation, to speak with absolute clarity from the very beginning" in his response to the violence that erupted at a white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. Although Trump and some in his administration have voiced their support for a " good shutdown ", Republicans are looking for at least eight Democrats to avoid a filibuster delaying the vote, even if it means leaving out funding for the wall, which some members of the ...

Soon, passport police verification to go online

August 22, 2017

He said, the portal will also provide access to authorized persons to use National Database of crime records for the goal of investigation. The Central government has planned to do away with physical police verification of passports soon, PTI reported on Friday.

Nepal PM Sher Bahadur Deuba to visit India from August 23-27

August 22, 2017

Likewise, on the same occasion, the Prime Minister will also visit Telangana, Andra Pradesh and Bihar states of India. Apart from official engagements in New Delhi , the Prime Minister of Nepal will visit Hyderabad, Tirupati and Bodh Gaya.

Korean troops start drills amid N. Korea standoff

August 22, 2017

U.S. President Donald Trump warned North Korea this month it would face "fire and fury" if it threatens the United States. In a statement dated two days ago, North Korea's official news agency said the Australian government should be focused on maintaining the peace of its own country, instead of joining the U.S.

IPOB insists Anambra election won't hold

August 22, 2017

As reported, Mr Kanu, IPOB and a non-governmental organisation (Ala-Igbo International) had met and it was resolved that the group would hold to stop the election, though, negotiations on other matters were still ongoing. The Ala-Igbo Development Foundation is an Igbo group that brings together Igbo academics, elders, clerics, patriotic public figures, women and youth, both at home and overseas.

Over 80 homes burn down in Rostov-on-Don - Russian Emergencies Ministry

August 22, 2017

The firefighting operation involves more than 1,200 people, as well as 200 pieces of equipment, including several helicopters of the Emergencies Ministry and the National Guard. A total of 45 people asked for medical assistance, and seven of them were sent to hospital. (Dmitry Zotov, AirGorod.Ru via AP) An aerial view of the fire in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, Monday, Aug.

Raphael Dwamena to undergo medical in the United Kingdom ahead of Brighton move

August 22, 2017

Brighton & Hove Albion have revealed that they have agreed to sign FC Zurich striker Raphael Dwamena . Dwamena will travel to the United Kingdom for the medical within the next two days before the deal is sealed. The newly promoted Seagulls have lost both of their Premier League games and are yet to score a goal this season. Dwamena has also scored twice in five games so far this season in the Swiss Super League and has netted two goals in just three global appearances.

Spain: Police Say Terror Cell Was Storing 120 Gas Canisters

August 22, 2017

Yesterday, the government revealed that the terror cell had been dismantled. On Friday, another vehicle attack in the town of Cambrils left one woman dead. Pictures have emerged of the inside of es Satty's flat, which show scraps of paper covered in notes strewn around, a picture of a mosque on the wall and a mattress on the living room floor.

Teen Who Live-Streamed Crash That Killed Her Sister Speaks Out

August 22, 2017

Sanchez admitted that she regularly livestream's and uses social media while driving. Obdulia, who was allegedly intoxicated at the time, lost control of the vehicle. 'I didn't know what to say, ' she recalled. "She's 14. She's like my mini-me - like my best friend". Any time I look at her, it's like I'm looking at myself.

Led coalitions attack on Raqqa leaves 17 dead

August 22, 2017

Syria's SANA news agency reported on Monday that the US-led airstrikes hit an area near the town of Shaddadah in the southern countryside of Hasakah City. It is estimated that some 300,000 civilians are trapped inside Raqqah, including 80,000 displaced from other parts of Syria. The toll marked the second consecutive day of ferocious bombardment on Raqa, more than half of which has been captured by the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces battling ISIS.

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