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How Trump's wall could shut down the United States government

August 29, 2017

After Trump said he will visit Texas when the time is right, he tweeted, "I will also be going to a wonderful state, Missouri, that I won by a lot in '16". But he implored him to stop saying so publicly, according to transcripts of the January 27 call obtained by The Washington Post . Mexico hit back in a fiery response, saying it would "not pay, under any circumstances, for a wall" before offering support to Texans hurt by the hurricane.

Trump's evolving plans for the border wall

August 29, 2017

Trump's response was in keeping with a general reluctance to take a tough line against Russian Federation, which USA intelligence agencies say interfered in last year's presidential election to try to benefit Trump. One of the worst trade deals ever signed. TRUMP: Well, I hope that's not necessary. We stopped traffic coming through, 78 percent. Instead, the country maintained that it stands in "full solidarity with the people and government of the United States" in the wake of Harvey's ...

Arrest made in homicide of 72-year-old woman

August 29, 2017

Police said they found the victim around 6 p.m. Sunday. Police say Lopes beat Fernandez inside her home before fleeing to Rhode Island. Several hours later, North Providence police found Lopes hiding out with a relative at a Woodlawn Avenue apartment.

NMB deputy mayor accused of being disruptive

August 29, 2017

He called on Holomisa to nominate a new UDM councillor to replace Bobani. "When we said to the DA they must reinstate Bobani, it meant we are still committed to the coalition, but now they are refusing". He said the party would challenge the decision in court. However, the UDM made a U-turn yesterday by not pulling out of the coalition although it went ahead with the court action.

Thousands at same sex marriage rally

August 29, 2017

The postal vote, however, is non-binding, which means it is only an opportunity for the public to be included in the debate. Previous polls have indicated a majority of support. "Our teachers, our parish employees are expected totally to uphold the Catholic faith and what we believe about marriage". People have to see in words and in example that our teaching of marriage is underlined'.

Don't panic, Hurricane Harvey could send gas prices up

August 29, 2017

Houston is the capital of the US oil and gas industry. Dan McTeague, a senior petroleum analyst with gasbuddy.com, said the price of gas has already increased by about two to 2.5 cents per litre in unregulated markets in Canada. Gasoline prices in the Capital Region are up 2 cents in the past week and almost 13 cents above year-earlier prices, according to the latest figures from the AAA Fuel Gauge report.

Sea Shepherd to stop intercepting Japanese whaling vessels — BBCI

August 29, 2017

Last month, Australian environment minister Josh Frydenberg said his government was "deeply disappointed" by Japan's earlier announcement that it has resumed whaling activities in the North Pacific, despite what he said were "clear and unambiguous conclusions of the IWC's review process that Japan has not demonstrated the scientific need for the whaling".

Despite growing protests, Duterte tells drug police to kill "idiots" who resist

August 29, 2017

At least 70 people died in four days earlier this month, adding to the thousands who have been killed since Duterte launched a campaign against the illegal drugs trade upon taking office last June. Public outcry followed the release of CCTV footage, which showed the teen being shot in the head in an ally by a plain-clothes policemen, Reuters reported .

US Says N.Korea Fired Three 'Short-Range' Ballistic Missiles

August 29, 2017

The launches coincide with joint exercises between the US and South Korean militaries, exercises that North Korea always strongly protests because it considers them preparation for an invasion. "In regards to activity in North Korea tonight, the president has been briefed and we are monitoring the situation", she said. Last month North Korea fired its first intercontinental ballistic missiles, technically capable of reaching the mainland United States, and this month warned that it was ...

Rising waters in Houston mean rising gas prices everywhere

August 29, 2017

Hawaii, HI, August 27- Average retail gasoline prices in Hawaii have risen 1.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.34/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 355 gas outlets in Hawaii. The aftermath of from Hurricane Harvey, combined with the busy Labor Day travel holiday ahead, is boosting fuel prices this week. "This is having an impact on the market", Jenkins said.

Monaco rope in Jovetic for PSG-bound Mbappe

August 29, 2017

Bernardo Silva, Benjamin Mendy and Tiemoue Bakayoko have already departed from Leonardo Jardim's title-winning squad, with Liverpool reported to be pursuing a deal for winger Thomas Lemar. Mbappe was an unused substitute as Monaco thrashed Marseille 6-1 on Monday (AEST) and has not featured in Ligue 1 since the 3-2 opening-day win over Toulouse.

Family Of 6 Dies After Drowning In Flood Waters In Houston

August 29, 2017

Hiser-Jackson has been in touch with her family in Houston, she said, who told her that one of the elderly couple's sons was on his way to meet them and take them to his house when they were swept away. Witnesses say there were first responders in the area, but there was not enough time to perform a viable rescue operation. By the end of the week in some Texas coastal areas the total precipitation could reach 50 inches (127 cm), which is the average rainfall for an entire year, forecasters ...

Women dressed as nuns attempt to rob Poconos bank

August 29, 2017

Photos provided by the Federal Bureau of Investigation shows at least one of the suspects armed with a handgun. "The suspects are described as two Hispanic females, both approximately 5'-5'2" tall and of medium build. Police believe the suspects were scared off when one of the tellers activated the automatic alarm. Anyone with any information is asked to call police at 215-418-4000.

Artem Lobob Says McGregor vs. Mayweather Was 'Very Even'

August 29, 2017

Mayweather completely dominated the Irish MMA fighter and won the match via technical knockout (TKO) in the 10th round. Two of May's albums have broken into America's Billboard 200, but with 50 million expected to tune in to the fight in the United States alone as part of a potential global TV audience of 1 billion, she could see her profile - and sales - skyrocket.

Heavy rain brings floods, traffic snarls to India's financial capital

August 29, 2017

As per the Regional meteriological centre , Mumbai , the city will experience intermittent rain with heavy to very heavy rain fall in a few places in the city and suburbs over the next 24 hours. The city received rains on Monday afternoon and evening in areas like Ashram Road, Navrangpura, Satellite, Paldi, Vasna and many eastern parts of the city.

Seattle case challenges transgender military ban

August 29, 2017

The ACLU's complaint , filed on behalf of six transgender military service members, features Trump's tweets and argues that the ban violates the plaintiffs' Fifth Amendment rights. A study commissioned by the Department of Defense confirmed that medical costs for transgender servicemembers would be negligible. It described the ban as "cruel" and being based on "myths and stereotypes" and a "desire to harm transgender people".

Hamilton edges Vettel in Belgium

August 29, 2017

The German then began to put the pressure on Hamilton, but a faultless drive meant a real challenge for first place never really materialized. Vettel now has a seven point lead, the difference between a victory and second place, with Hamilton ahead 5-4 on race wins.

Erdogan, Abbas meet in turkey to discuss peace

August 29, 2017

The president said Turkey does not want the holy city of Jerusalem to experience conflict and bloodshed. He also vowed that Ankara would continue its efforts in the recognition of Palestine in all worldwide platforms. "New peace negotiations must take place according to a precise timetable and be based on worldwide resolutions", Erdogan and Abdullah said. The sensitive Temple Mount compound in Jerusalem's Old City was the focus last month of a tense standoff, after Israel introduced new ...

China's Xi Jinping says willing to work on differences with South Korea

August 29, 2017

Xi's remarks came in a message on Thursday to Moon marking the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Beijing and Seoul, close economic and trade partners who have maintained generally friendly relations despite South Korea's military alliance with the U.S.

EU's Brexit chief Michel Barnier: UK must start negotiating seriously

August 29, 2017

His comments to the media came as Barnier and Brexit Secretary David Davis opened the third round of talks on the UK's exit. "That means we would seek to remain in a Customs Union with the EU and within the Single Market during this period".

Eminem Wears 'Fack Trump' T-Shirt, Leads Overseas Fans in Anti-Trump Chants

August 29, 2017

And just a few days later at the Reading Festival, Eminem headlined the main stage where 90,000 fans gathered for his show. Before the election, Eminem released " Campaign Speech ", a seven-minute song that takes generous jabs at now-President Trump, calling him a "fuckin' loose cannon who's blunt with his hand on the button".

Stranded Texans turn to social media for help as flood waters rise

August 29, 2017

KHOU reporter Brandi Smith and her videographer Mario Sandoval caught the scene on video from the side of Beltway 8, one of Houston's major highways which makes a circle around the city. The Army Corp of Engineers is releasing water from reservoirs north and west of the city to relieve pressures on two dams, he said. After the driver was returned safely to land, he and Smith shared a hug.

Gas Prices Hit 2 Year High as 'Harvey' Disrupts Gulf Coast Refineries

August 29, 2017

But analysts said sluggish global demand remained a drag on the market. Analysts said as refineries were forced to shut operation in severe weather, gasoline prices rose sharply. "We're switching over to winter-blend gasoline, which is a cheaper blend of fuel". The same closings sent West Texas Intermediate crude oil futures for October delivery down 0.8% Monday morning as demand for USA crude is expected to fall.

Taylor Debuted New Video At VMAs

August 29, 2017

You've still got your talent. As many will remember, Nils Sjoberg was the pseudonym that Swift used for a songwriting credit on her ex-boyfriend Calvin Harris' 2016 summer hit , " This Is What You Came For ". "Oh, cause she's dead". Richard, 63, told The Mirror: "It was a surprise, mainly because Taylor is a millennial - she would have been gestating when we wrote it, so it's weird".

White House releases details of President Trump's Springfield visit

August 29, 2017

Wednesday. Roy Blunt, R-Mo., and U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner, R-Ballwin. The speech, at 2707 N. Barnes Street, will be aimed at promoting tax reform . The Trump campaign said in a news release in August 2016 that every Missouri Republican serving in or running for Congress or state office supported the NY businessman.

Bank blast kills at least one in Afghan capital

August 29, 2017

At least one person was killed and eight injured in an explosion took rocked Kabul's famous Massoud Square on Tuesday. Nearby buildings have sustained substantial damage. The Ministry of Interior spokesman Najib Danish confirmed a suicide attack has taken place close to a private bank and more information will be released later.

Des Moines police: Fire victim dies, consider case homicide

August 29, 2017

Lenhart died Sunday at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics from burns that covered about 90 percent of his body. Des Moines police have identified the victim and a person of interest in the latest homicide case. Monday. UPDATE (9:45 p.m.): Grand Forks Police have now arrested the man wanted in connection to an Iowa murder investigation. He was seen carrying one or two large duffle bags and a tent.

HBL to challenge Rs66 bn penalty on its U.S. branch

August 29, 2017

The DFS said in a filing that HBL's compliance was "dangerously weak" and that "serious and persistent" failings found at its NY branch appeared to affect the entire Habib banking enterprise, posing "grave risks" to the banking system. "Steps to formalize this will commence shortly", reads the letter signed by the company's secretary, Nausheen Ahmad. However, HBL had clarified at the time that it maintains its USA licence and would continue to provide services as usual.

Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church Says: 'We Have Never Closed Our Doors'

August 29, 2017

While a Facebook post from Lakewood Church said it wanted to ensure Houstonians were "safe", it didn't offer up its arena-style church building to house the thousands displaced by the storm. "We will continue to be a distribution center for those in need", the statement reads. "Please join us in helping Houston recover", Osteen tweeted. "It's wonderful what they're doing there the make people comfortable", he said.

North Korea fires three missiles, all fail

August 29, 2017

Pyongyang fired three short-range ballistic missiles from the Kangwon province, the US Pacific Command said . The Unification Ministry is also to blame for South Korea's inability to even initiate dialogue with North Korea even as the U.S.

Trump says USA is very protective of Baltic region

August 29, 2017

Believing his counterpart had picked the same female reporter from earlier in the news conference, Mr Trump said: "Again?" He's also pointing to controversial pardons by previous presidents. Trump, would you consider Russian Federation as a security threat?" the reporter asked the president. "And so, I would consider many countries threats, but these are all threats that we'll be able to handle if we have to", the president said.

Trump otorga perdón presidencial al ex alguacil Joe Arpaio

August 29, 2017

El representante César Chávez (AZ), presidente del Grupo de Trabajo sobre Inmigración, Derechos Civiles y Humanos de NHCSL , dijo que "al indultar a Joe Arpaio , Donald Trump ha quebrantado la confianza que el pueblo estadounidense depositó en él".

Trump Slams Republican Leadership on Debt Ceiling 'Mess'

August 29, 2017

That could hurt the United States' credit rating, cause financial turmoil, harm the USA economy and possibly trigger a recession. Meanwhile, as he traveled around his home state this week, McConnell has downplayed speculation that he and Trump are sparring, despite reports that the two men haven't spoken since a tense August 9 phone call.

'Cajun Navy' Orders Stand-Down after Taking Gunfire in Houston, Says Group

August 29, 2017

They formed over 12 years ago, and have been rescuing stranded flood victims ever since. The volunteer organization known as the "Cajun Navy", that helps rescue people from high water, says some of its members were fired on by looters. Videos and pictures were popping up on social media Monday using the hashtag #CajunNavy, showing the Cajun Navy in action, taking part in rescues. As the team sought shelter inside a delivery truck, someone reportedly attempted to steal the disabled boat.

Five coaches, engine of Nagpur-Mumbai Duronto Express derail, injuries reported

August 29, 2017

Rescue and relief teams have arrived at the spot. The railway route was affected and it would take another four to six hours to rerail the derailed coaches and start the service. Five days later, more than 70 people were injured as 10 coaches of the Kaifiyat Express bound for New Delhi jumped tracks after colliding with a dumper truck in Uttar Pradesh's Auraiya.

Cross-Dressing Sentences Reduced by UAE Court

August 29, 2017

Fashion photographer Muhammad Fadli Abdul Rahman, 26, and Nur Qistina Fitriah Ibrahim, 37, were arrested three weeks ago in a shopping centre after arriving in the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Aug 8. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Singapore said the embassy will "continue to provide the necessary consular assistance and has been closely monitoring developments to ensure that due process is accorded to them".

Netanyahu warns United Nations secretary-general of Iran's 'warfronts' in Syria, Lebanon

August 29, 2017

The two-state solution envisions an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel, and has been the focus of global diplomacy since at least the early 1990s. Gen. Aviv Kochavi, also disputed the effectiveness of the UN's peacekeeping mission in Lebanon while touring the border with the force's commander and Haley in June.

Ky. Air Guardsmen assisting with Hurricane Harvey rescue efforts in Texas

August 29, 2017

The hurricane has been downgraded to a tropical storm, but the National Weather Service warned on Monday that catastrophic flooding would worsen in the coming days and would be slow to recede after Harvey passes. The soldiers are trained and equipped to conduct medical evacuation and rescue missions by helicopter. Added the commander, "This is a united effort that is still in the early stages and we are focused on the safety of those in the affected area and saving lives".

Hurricane Harvey: Flood waters continues to trap hundreds

August 29, 2017

The Coast Guard and National Guard are also aiding in rescue efforts. Evacuations Underway for the Most Vulnerable Areas of Houston . Harvey blasted ashore late Friday as a Category 4 hurricane, first walloping the Texas islands and coastal cities like such as Galveston and Corpus Christi.

Fosters needed for shelter animals due to Harvey

August 29, 2017

Jean with Wings of Rescue. It is also essential not to detract time or resources from emergency responders. "Historically, when hurricanes hit, many shelters have euthanized their animals to prepare for an influx of more animals as well as for human evacuations", said Dr.

Trump Confuses Two Female Finnish Journalists During Press Conference

August 29, 2017

Trump adds that the United States has a great relationship with Finland. "I think we have much in agreement", Trump said. President Donald Trump claimed in a press conference Monday that Finland and Russian Federation have had a good relationship for a hundred years, ignoring the fact that Russian Federation invaded Finland during World War II.

Gators take up residence in woman's backyard during Harvey

August 29, 2017

The video shows how the floodwaters rose above a section of her fence, allowing the alligators to swim into the pond that used to be her back yard. "I've never seen [the water] stay anywhere near this before", he continued. The warning came with a personal recommendation to leave the animals alone until the waters receded. Heeding officials' advice, Keslch said she'll wait to report the gators until the water in her backyard drains.

Gang leader tied to assassination of Colorado prisons chief found dead

August 29, 2017

The Colorado Department of Corrections confirmed Benjamin Davis' death Sunday and said it is being investigated as a suicide. He was serving 96 years for offences committed in prison - and as head of 211 Crew , was alleged to have been involved in the murder of Tom Clements , ex-head of Colorado's Department of Corrections.

Christian girl forced to live with Muslim foster families

August 29, 2017

It does not detail why the girl was separated from her family in the first place but does stress that the "foster placements were made, against the wishes of the girl's family". Local authorities are required to give due importance to a child's religion, racial origin and cultural and linguistic background' when placing them into a foster home.

Mass shooting at public library in New Mexico

August 29, 2017

The Eastern New Mexico Newsreported that there were fatalities among the wounded. New Mexico state police say there has been a shooting at a public library in the eastern New Mexico community of Clovis.

China enforces real-name registration to regulate online comments

August 29, 2017

In one such latest attempt, the country has demanded online services providers to verify users' true identity before they can post content online. China is further tightening control of the internet with a new rule requiring users to register their real names and other personal information before they can post comments online.

Mayor defends decision to not issue mandatory evacuation order

August 29, 2017

While the worst of the storm never materialized, nearly 100 people were killed during the evacuation process. Greg Abbott signed the law in May and it is scheduled to go into effect Friday. "If you do it or attempt to do it and it's not coordinated, not done right, you are literally putting people in harm's way, and you're creating a far worse situation", he continued.

Tropical Storm Harvey Means Sunny Skies For Our Region

August 29, 2017

The clouds will keep the air cool with a high of only 82 degrees. While the remnants of Harvey will move directly overhead of Pennsylvania, model data shows it so dry that we get little in the way of any active rain as it passes by. Monday, just a few scattered storms are possible but expected to stay mostly dry. Those temperatures will climb only to the low 80s later in the week, with continued partly to mostly cloudy skies each day.

Colorado first responders aid Texas hurricane response

August 29, 2017

The people of Texas will get a helping hand from NY as Tropical Storm Harvey continues to devastate the southeastern part of the state. The Fire Department's Incident Management Team and the Urban Search and Rescue Rapid Response Team are among those headed to the region.

Bryan County EMA: 3 killed in plane crash

August 29, 2017

The pilot's identity has still not been released. The coroner is now on scene. According Howell, air traffic control lost contact with a plane that had recently taken off from Savannah. Three people died Monday when a single-engine charter plane crashed in dense woods in Georgia. Bryan County and Effingham County emergency management officials are on the scene and will continue their investigation and recovery efforts.

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