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VENEZUELA: Country To Seek Support From Allies To Deal With US Sanctions

Августа 30, 2017

The Bolivarian government declared Ortega as one of the main allies of the United States and the Venezuelan rightwing in the promotion of a plan of a coup d'état, that for over three months attempted against the country's peace and caused over one hundred persons assassinated, thousands of persons wounded and damages to government institutions and private businesses.

California Catholic School Removes Statues of Jesus, Mary to Be More 'Inclusive'

Августа 30, 2017

Holy mother of Jesus, what is going on in America? Pipki, whose daughter left San Domenico two years ago, explained that the school had a ceremony that allowed children to place a crown on the statue of Mary. At this point, it is effectively a private school with a Catholic name, and that's about it. They therefore form part of the church hierarchy which ultimately extends upwards to the Vatican.

Day 4 of RCI on Bank Negara forex losses

Августа 30, 2017

FOREX RCI | The chairperson of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) on Bank Negara's foreign exchange losses Mohd Sidek Hassan has been urged to withdraw a "conclusion" he made about the losses last week. "Days passed without the expected written advice and I thought I should inquire", he said, referring to his former boss Ishak Tadin. Kanason said he was not aware of who the "orang atasan" were and neither did Ainum mention who they were.

Sharad Yadav Vows to Engineer an Even Grander Alliance

Августа 30, 2017

Mayawati steadfastly refused to attend the rally , saying she would not put in an appearance while Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi was overseas. Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad also attended, as did Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav . "No party can trust Kumar now". West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today broke her long silence on Nitish Kumar - the key opposition leader who has ditched both the opposition and his alliance partners Lalu Yadav and the Congress, and ...

City Investigating Man Who Posted 'Images of Hate' in Sunnyside Condo Lobby

Августа 30, 2017

The NYC Commission on Human Rights is now investigating reports of tenant harassment at 47-55 39th Place, where officials say condo board member Neal Milano has "terrified" neighbors with his freakish display of images in the lobby, as well as threatening them with fines and evictions if they break his rules .

Maryland Elementary School Bans Redskins Gear

Августа 30, 2017

Brown said that the name "Redskin" is a racial slur, and that at best, the team's logo promotes stereotypes and cultural misunderstanding. A private school in North Bethesda is banning apparel with the Washington Redskins team name or logo after concluding "we can not continue to allow children or staff members-however well intentioned-to wear clothing that disparages a race of people".

Mabilog warned: Beware of Espenido

Августа 30, 2017

For the longest time, you are included in the updated [drug] list. He has been identified as a protector of drug personalities. Mabilog said he hopes that with Espenido, the problem of illegal drugs in their area would soon end. "You (Espenido) ask for assignment? I will not allow it", he added. "We can do nothing but if God is with us, who can be against us law enforcers".

Furniture store owner turns businesses into shelters for hurricane evacuees

Августа 30, 2017

Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale opened his furniture stores, Gallery Furniture , to evacuees, and he's doing it because the community helped him when he needed it most after someone set fire to his store's warehouse in 2009, KENS reported .

Aussie sailor accused of gold coin theft

Августа 30, 2017

Lewis Bennett, 38, who lives in Florida, was arrested on Monday on a federal charge for transporting stolen goods worth more than £4,000, Palm Beach Post reported. The Coast Guard, according to the criminal complaint, recovered 9 tubes of silver coins from Bennett's life raft which authorities connected to the 2016 theft in St.

Grand Jury Indicts Turkish Security Officials for Violence Near Embassy

Августа 30, 2017

The brawl in question took place during Turkish President Recep Erdogan's first visit to Washington under the Trump administration. Some defendants face additional charges. and (2) assault American law enforcement officers who attempted to stop the continued assault against the protesters". "We can confirm the Turkish Foreign Ministry convoked our Ambassador to Turkey to discuss the violent incidents involving protestors and Turkish security personnel on May 16", State Department ...

Indiana Files Lawsuit Hoping To Reverse Supreme Court On Online Sales Taxes

Августа 30, 2017

The law, which took effect July 1, requires businesses that sell at least $100,000 in the state annually or have 200 separate transactions to collect sales tax, even if they don't have a physical presence in the state. More than 40 percent of the state's $18 billion revenue came from sales taxes in 2016. Overstock charged IN sales tax when it had a warehouse IN IN, but stopped collecting the tax IN 2007 when it closed the warehouse.

Trump Again Threatens Government Shutdown If He Doesn't Get Border Wall Money

Августа 30, 2017

Following up his initial question, the reporter asked that why, if Mexico was ultimately going to pay for the wall, would the USA close down its government over the funding - or lack thereof - of the wall. With Trump disparaging Mexico and its citizens as more pressing things happened in the country he presides over, The Washington Post wondered if Trump would let Mexico come to the United States' rescue once again.

Shooting that killed 2, wounded 4 at library shakes city

Августа 30, 2017

Police surrounded the library several minutes after the deadly event around 4 pm Monday, the Curry County Sheriff's Office said . Kim Tipton, who was in a building across the street from the library, saw multiple police units arrive a few minutes after 4pm and they had their rifles drawn.

Islamic State ceasefire deal convoy reaches east Syria: Hezbollah-run media

Августа 30, 2017

A convoy of buses and ambulances evacuated hundreds of Islamic State fighters and their families from the Lebanon-Syria border region after an unprecedented deal was struck this week. The military later said it found eight bodies and was conducting DNA tests to see if they were indeed its soldiers. Working in tandem with Hezbollah would be politically sensitive as Lebanon is an ally of the USA which has designated Hezbollah a terrorist organization.

Amtrak unveils new Siemens Charger locomotive

Августа 30, 2017

The locomotives feature the new " Amtrak Midwest" logo. Once the locomotives are delivered, they will serve Amtrak customers on services from as far east as Port Huron to as far west as Kansas City, and as north as Grand Rapids/Milwaukee and as south as Carbondale.

Woman arrested after 11-year-old son reports drunk driving, deputies say

Августа 30, 2017

According to KATU, Norris could also be charged with child endangerment because she had her son in the auto. An 11-year-old boy in OR called 911 to tell police his mother was driving under the influence of alcohol while he was in the auto with her, local officials said, a call that ultimately led to her arrest.

Queens Man Is Charged With Trying to Enter Syria to Join ISIS

Августа 30, 2017

Parveg Ahmed, 22, was arrested Monday at JFK Airport after being deported from the Middle East, where he had been trying to enter Syria, according to the U.S. Al-Awlaki was killed in 2011, and el-Faisal was indicated in NY last week and arrested in Jamaica. "Ahmed also took extraordinary measures to destroy the electronic foot print he created", NYPD Commissioner James O'Neill said.

Khalil strike hits Saudi Arabia's World Cup hopes

Августа 30, 2017

Ange Postecoglou's Socceroos remain in third spot behind the Saudis, despite having the same number of points and goal difference. The top two teams in the group advance directly to the finals, while the team in third will enter into a series of playoffs.

Bukola Saraki travels to Saudi Arabia, will pray for Buhari's health

Августа 30, 2017

A 104-year-old Indonesian woman - considered one of the oldest hajj pilgrims this year - will now perform the pilgrimage as a special guest of a Saudi minister. The Saudi minister of Islamic Affairs, Saleh al-Sheikh, told his country's official news agency SPA that the kingdom serves all pilgrims without discrimination or exclusion on the basis of nationality, tribe or sect.

The Banco Santander, (SAN) Earning Somewhat Positive Press Coverage, Analysis Shows

Августа 30, 2017

The value of the company's investment in Banco Santander - Chile ADS went from $1,217,000 to $962,000 a change of 21.0% since the last quarter. As of quarter end Generation Investment Management Llp had sold 166,377 shares trimming its position 4.2%.

Mueller Subpoenas Manafort's Former Lawyer

Августа 30, 2017

However, "it's unclear what specific information the Mueller investigators believe Laurenza and Maloni may have", CNN reported . Mueller, a former Federal Bureau of Investigation director, appears to be investigating possible financial crimes involving Manafort's overseas business activities.

Hazmat-wearing DEA agents, police raid luxury Long Island City high-rise

Августа 30, 2017

A source said agencies from New Jersey and NY are executing a search warrant on Center Boulevard in Long Island City. Members of the Newark office of the federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the New York State Police participated in the raid, which took place inside 4545 Center Blvd., law enforcement sources said.

Trooper Tased 15-year-old in fatal Detroit ATV crash

Августа 30, 2017

A Michigan State Police trooper has been suspended after it was discovered he used a Taser on a teen, causing a fatal crash over the weekend . Around 5:30 p.m. The boy was then taken to St. John's Hospital where he was pronounced dead. His name has not been released. Detectives continue to investigate the crash, state police said.

Jordan Brand Introduces the Air Jordan 32

Августа 30, 2017

Last year, Jordan Brand and Russell Westbrook teamed up to formally introduce the Air Jordan 31 at a special event. While official images of the 32 have been circulating for about a week now, Jordan Brand still has not officially revealed details about the shoe.

Harvey Victim Slams CNN Reporter for Interviewing at 'Worst Times'

Августа 30, 2017

As Danielle told her story, she clearly became more upset, looking around the shelter, hugged her children and even crying. "Like, people are really breaking down, and you all sitting here with cameras and microphones trying to ask us what the fuck is wrong with us".

Chinese Fishermen Sentenced to Jail Over Illegal Poaching in Galápagos Marine Reserve

Августа 30, 2017

The crew of a Chinese fishing vessel found to be carrying nearly 300 tonnes of illegally caught sharks, has been sentenced to prison in Ecuador. The boat will be taken over by Ecuador and the dead animals thrown out to sea, the government said on Monday.

Contractors officially hand over £1.35bn bridge to Scottish Government

Августа 30, 2017

The 1.7-mile crossing, unlike the Forth Road Bridge, has no pedestrian path so after this weekend it will not be open to walkers. Nothing came of Mr Anderson's plans, believed to have been inspired by Thomas Telford's Menai suspension bridge in Wales.

Mexico, Canadian mayor not having it — Trump NAFTA tweet

Августа 30, 2017

In a moment that could have seen global camaraderie, Trump instead chose to continue his trend of sowing conflict and animosity. "It's imperative", Trump said at a joint press conference with Finnish President Sauli Niinisto on Monday. "Mexico will pay for it through reimbursement or other". "As we work with the Mexicans in other policies and trade policies and such, we'll determine ways for us to make that right", he said.

Court adjourns ruling on Evans suit against police till September 5

Августа 30, 2017

Cases were filed by the Force Legal Department and Lagos State Department of Public Prosecutions (DPP) before the Lagos State Highcourt, Federal High Court and Edo State High court Benin. "We are ready to move the application", he said. He said the application was a bid by the police to stall the verdict and should, therefore, be refused.

Is Envision Healthcare Corporation (EVHC) a great bet right now?

Августа 30, 2017

BlackRock Inc. increased its stake in Envision Healthcare Corporation by 3,895.0% in the first quarter. This company right now is valued at $7.77B. Its last month's stock price volatility remained 2.05% which for the week stands at 2.58%. The legal version of this report can be viewed at https://stocknewstimes.com/2017/08/29/bnp-paribas-arbitrage-sa-decreases-stake-in-envision-healthcare-corporation-evhc.html.

Michigan Woman Gets Life For Murder In Parrot Case

Августа 30, 2017

A MI woman convicted of murdering her husband - thanks to a parrot that sang like a canary - has been sentenced to life in prison. The trial, which lasted for 10 days, tried to blame the shooting on the woman's medications, however the defense didn't succeed and a jury found her guilty after only eight hours of deliberation.

Texas Activates 12000 National Guard Troops to Respond to Flooding

Августа 30, 2017

The California Air National Guard deployed four aircraft this afternoon, including helicopters and fixed-wing planes, as well as a team of search and rescue specialists. The response efforts have been especially hard because the storm has remained in the area and continues to dump rain along the Texas coast and into southwest Louisiana, Witham said.

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company NV (CBI) Stock in the Investor Spotlight

Августа 30, 2017

Chicago Bridge & Iron now has $1.14 billion valuation. During the last month, the stock has changed -3.46% and performed -12.71% over the last 6 months. It also upped Amerigas Partners LP (NYSE:APU) stake by 11,960 shares and now owns 147,993 shares. Chicago Bridge & Iron Company N.V. (CBI) will report its next earnings on Aug 09 AMC.

A Look At Recent Insider Trades For Fusion Telecommunications International, Inc. (FSNN)

Августа 30, 2017

If the stock price is unchanged its weighted alpha will be smaller. A stock price loss will yield a negatively weighted alpha. The company's shares were assimilated at $1.35 per share worth to an investment of some $6,383 on account of Markman Russell P.

Chicago Accepts Federal Court Oversight For Police Reform

Августа 30, 2017

Sessions has expressed great skepticism of federally-mandated police reform measures since taking office in February, especially the use of consent decrees, and to date has not moved on the city's efforts to implement one in Chicago. "The city has to support police officers in communities, the police have to support communities, and communities have to support the police". Without those relationships working well, we won't have safe communities in Chicago.

ASUU strike : Union shuns meeting with Federal Government

Августа 30, 2017

The union is expected to disclose its decision on the offers made by the Federal Government during the last meeting held on August 17, 2017. He said consequently, the union will only honour another meeting after receiving a reply to their proposal from the government.

Watch What Happened On Set Of The Game Of Thrones Finale

Августа 30, 2017

Sundry hackers had targeted Home Box Office by leaking the episodes of their various shows, mainly Game of Thrones season 7's unaired episode, demanded ransom amounts in several million dollars and hacked their social media accounts. Let's start in the south. Dorne is done. The article contains major spoilers for the entire season as well as the season finale . The stage is set, and the final battle between the living and the dead can finally become.

Sean Spicer Finally Got An Audience With The Pope Francis

Августа 29, 2017

America Magazine reports that Spicer was part of an International Catholic Legislators Network event that met with the pope in the Vatican on Sunday. While Maggie Haberman tweeted, "This seems needlessly harsh - when else is Spicer likely to meet the Pope, and it mattered to him?" He announced his resignation last month, but remains on the White House payroll through the end of August.

Judge dismisses Sarah Palin's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times

Августа 30, 2017

Spearheaded by the legal team that bankrupted Gawker, Palin's lawsuit was widely feared by media observers to be a danger to press rights. James Bennet , the editor of The Times editorial page, testified on August 16 that he had not meant to blame Ms.