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Bomb test a 'deliberate poke in the eye' to China

September 04, 2017

The South Korean government said on Sunday after seismic authorities detected an artificial natural disaster near Pyongyang regime's known nuclear test site. In response, Pyongyang threatened to fire a salvo of missiles into waters near the American territory of Guam though it held off on the plan later. While North Korea has tested an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that apparently brings much of the USA mainland into range, questions remain about reliability and whether it has ...

North Korea says it has loaded H-bomb onto ICBM

September 04, 2017

North Korea's state broadcaster says an important announcement is coming at 3 p.m.in Pyongyang. US National Security Adviser HR McMaster held an emergency call with his South Korean counterpart, Chung Eui Yong, after North Korea's sixth nuclear test.

White House: Donald Trump Personally Pledging $1 Million To Help Hurricane Victims

September 04, 2017

President Donald Trump says he'll announce a decision on the fate of hundreds of thousands of young people who were brought into the country illegally as children Friday afternoon or over the weekend. Trump has not decided which organization he will donate to, but the funds will go to parts of Texas and parts of Louisiana. The Dell Foundation is contributing $36 million to the fund.

After North Korea missile, Britain and Japan agree closer security ties

September 04, 2017

Landing in Japan just 36 hours after Pyongyang sent a missile over the north of the country, the Prime Minister insisted the United Kingdom would be re-doubling its efforts to curb the regime's weapons testing programme. Mrs May will attend a meeting of the Japanese National Security Council on Thursday, with former Australian premier Tony Abbott the only other foreign leader to have been given the honour.

Tremor detected in North Korea may indicate another nuclear test

September 04, 2017

Reports have suggested that Pyongyang could soon carry out a sixth nuclear test , but the respected 38 North website said last week that satellite imagery of the Punggye-ri test site showed no evidence that a blast was imminent. Many soldiers are used as a labor force to compensate for the ineffective North Korean economy, so the army is not only about military organization.

Putin condemns North Korea nuclear test, appeals for calm

September 04, 2017

Mattis said the US will answer any threat from the North with a "massive military response - a response both effective and overwhelming". President Donald Trump threatened to increase economic sanctions and halt trade with any nation doing business with North Korea, and his defense chief said the United States has "many military options" after the regime said it successfully tested a hydrogen bomb with "unprecedentedly big power".

South Korea Conducts Live-Fire Drills Against North Korea's Nuclear Test

September 04, 2017

Joseph Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. US President Donald Trump said that he was considering suspending trade with any country doing business with Pyongyang and also hinting at a possible attack on North Korea. His handling of Pyongyang's latest nuclear test reflected a more traditional approach to crisis management, which US officials said illustrated the influence of Mattis and new White House chief of staff, retired Marine Corps General John Kelly.

North Korea conducts hydrogen bomb test; US pledges 'massive' response if attacked

September 04, 2017

The North trumpeted "perfect success" Sunday in its sixth nuclear test blast since 2006. The JCS says that the target was set considering the distance to where the North's test site was and the exercise was aimed at practicing precision strikes and cutting off reinforcements.

United States warns of 'massive military response' to North Korea threats

September 04, 2017

Chang also said the yield from the latest nuclear detonation appeared to be about 50 kilotons, which would mark a "significant increase" from North Korea's past nuclear tests. The distance to the simulated targets and their location were set in accordance with North Korea's Punggye-ri nuclear test site in the northeastern province, where all six nuclear tests have been staged, a military spokesperson told Yonhap news agency.

South Korea simulates attack on North's nuke site after test

September 04, 2017

In Seoul , President Moon called for new United Nations sanctions to "completely isolate North Korea". The South's military said the range to the simulated targets were equivalent to the North's Punggye-ri nuclear test site in its north-eastern province.

China's Global Times paper warns against cutting off North Korea oil supply

September 04, 2017

President Donald Trump threatened to increase economic sanctions and halt trade with any nation doing business with North Korea, and his defense chief said the U.S. The images were taken without outside journalists present and could not be independently verified. His handling of Pyongyang's latest nuclear test reflected a more traditional approach to crisis management, which US officials said illustrated the influence of Mattis and new White House chief of staff, retired Marine Corps ...

Mattis Warns of "Massive Military Response" to North Korea Threats

September 04, 2017

Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said that, while North Korea was not a puppet state of China, Beijing needed to do more to pressure its neighbor. What appeared to be the nose cone of a missile could also be seen in one photo, and another showed a diagram on the wall behind Kim of a bomb mounted inside a cone.

Trump threatens more sanctions following N Korea nuke test

September 04, 2017

The ministry said it regretted that the leadership of North Korea was "creating a serious threat" for the region and warned that "the continuation of such a line is fraught with serious consequences" for Pyongyang. Despite the tough talk, the immediate focus of the worldwide response was expected to be on tougher economic sanctions against Pyongyang. "Despite the anger of the Chinese public toward North Korea's new nuclear test, we should avoid resorting to rash and extreme means by ...

Massive military response if N Korea threatens United States or allies: Mattis

September 04, 2017

The North hailed its test of what it described as a hydrogen bomb designed for a long-range missile as "a flawless success". The South's military said the range to the simulated targets were equivalent to the North's Punggye-ri nuclear test site in its north-eastern province.

Report says North Korea may be readying missile launch

September 04, 2017

Significantly, it came on a day China said it had lodged an official protest with North Korea following Pyongyang's largest-ever nuclear weapons test. The North says its missile development is part of a defensive effort to build a viable nuclear deterrent that can target US cities. His handling of Pyongyang's latest nuclear test reflected a more traditional approach to crisis management, which USA officials said illustrated the influence of Mattis and new White House chief of staff, ...

Man impersonated officer on I-75 in Collier, troopers say

September 04, 2017

He had flashed a badge and motioned for the vehicle to pull over. When the driver didn't stop, Chang drove in front of the vehicle and slowed down, at which time the driver called for help, troopers said. The unidentified driver suddenly accelerated the vehicle, causing the left side of the auto to strike the trooper's holster. Troopers conducted a traffic stop on the suspect vehicle near mile marker 41 in Broward County.

Rahul targets PM Modi, says media is 'meek' under him

September 04, 2017

In his address, he said the Gujarat model of development has failed and underlined that the Congress would surely win the assembly elections in the state. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) works on the ideology of benefitting the corporate, whereas the Congress works for the welfare of the farmers, the poor and the weak.

Daesh's London Bridge plot with covert BBC reporter

September 04, 2017

An Isis agent tried to persuade an undercover reporter to carry out a deadly attack on London Bridge, a year before eight people were killed at the landmark. The terrorist told the undercover reporter that Westminster is a good target because it is a very busy and crowded city. In December 2016, a second ISIS agent outlined how such an attack could be carried out.

Swiss ready to play mediator role in North Korea crisis, president says

September 04, 2017

Leuthard added that in coming weeks, everything would depend on how the United States and China would influence the situation. North Korea reportedly said on Sunday that it had successfully tested a hydrogen bomb that could be loaded on an intercontinental ballistic missile.

Relief Funding Coming for Harvey Victims

September 04, 2017

Failing to raise the debt limit would risk a market-shattering first-ever US default. The initial aid money would be a down payment for immediate recovery efforts, to be followed by larger packages later, White House homeland security adviser Tom Bossert said.

U.S. reponse to North Korean threat would be 'effective and overwhelming'

September 04, 2017

And our commitment among the allies is ironclad: "Any threat to the United States or its territories, including Guam, or our allies will be met with a massive military response , a response both effective and overwhelming". Any U.S. call for an economic boycott of countries doing business with North Korea would focus most sharply on China because Beijing is North Korea's sole major ally and its biggest trading partner.

India deplores NKorea's nuclear test

September 04, 2017

A statement from the foreign ministry said India remains concerned about the proliferation of nuclear and missile technologies which has "adversely impacted" her national security. The news agency had earlier reported that North Korea has developed a more advanced nuclear weapon that has "great destructive power" and can be loaded onto an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).

What's closed, what's open for Labor Day holiday

September 04, 2017

Meter parking will be waived in observation of the holiday. In the county, there will be no curbside collections and all county dumps and recycling centers will be closed. U.S. Postal Service: Closed. For those desiring to get in a last weekend vacation, however, the state Capitol building will be open to visitors from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m.

United Nations to Iran: Military sites must be monitored

September 04, 2017

Jazayeri went on to add, "while the U.S. possesses the largest nuclear arsenal and weapons of mass destruction and banned weapons and is adding to the pile every day, the Islamic Republic of Iran has never sought production of nuclear weapons due to its adherence to religious principles".

Adelaide killer 'licked bloodied knife' after stabbing man in chest

September 04, 2017

He collapsed and it was then, Mr Edge said a witness to the killing would tell the jury that Prak did something they might think was "fairly bizarre". Justice David Peek said the woman had admitted she was guilty of manslaughter. The prosecutor said that after the stabbing Prak didn't call an ambulance.

Mattis: NKorea threat would bring massive military response

September 04, 2017

Speaking outside the White House on Sunday US time, Mattis said: "Any threat to the United States or its territories, including Guam or our allies will be met with a massive military response , a response both effective and overwhelming". Flake echoed the administration's previous statements on the North Korean nuclear threat, saying all options needed to be on the table - including military ones - and said there is no clear path forward to resolving Pyongyang's continued nuclear development.

China asks North Korea to stop wrong actions after nuclear test

September 04, 2017

Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff said the drill involved F-15 fighter jets and the country's land-based "Hyunmoo" ballistic missiles.The released live weapons "accurately struck" a target in the sea off the country's eastern coast, the JCS said.

Gujarat Fortunegiants vs Jaipur Pink Panthers

September 04, 2017

But after that it not only wiped out the deficit but went on to win with a handsome margin. In this Season, Gujarat has won seven matches, lost one and two ended in a draw. In the end, however, Jaipur turned out to be the stronger team and kept control of the match throughout to hand Gujarat their second consecutive defeat in Season 5 of VIVO Pro Kabaddi.

Pro Kabaddi: Jaipur Pink Panthers topple Gujarat, Bengal Warriors pip Tamil Thalaivas

September 04, 2017

However, Haryana utilised Rai's excellent attacks and its defenders' collective tackles, led by Mohit Chillar on right and Wazir on left, to effect two all outs on Gujarat and establish a 35-29 lead with five minutes to go. Jaipur began well in the second-half with their raiders and attackers combining well, extending their lead to nine points after 26 minutes. Sachin from the Fortunegiants finished with a game high of 7 points, while Jaipur captain Jasvir Singh scored 6 points for his team.

Stock futures dip after North Korea nuclear test

September 04, 2017

In a statement on Sunday outside the White House, Secretary of Defense James "Mad Dog" Mattis stated, "Any threat to the United States or its territories including Guam or our allies will be met with a massive military response". If North Korea refuses to stop its nuclear tests, Markey urged in a press release that the United States and other nations place "crushing new worldwide sanctions" on the regime.

White House: Trump planning to visit Louisiana on Saturday

September 04, 2017

The Federal Emergency Management Agency's disaster relief fund had only $3.3 billion when the storm struck. Her Texas district includes much of flood-ravaged inner city Houston . He walked through White House plans to send to Congress supplemental spending "bites of the apple" on hurricane recovery, but said he is "not anxious at all we don't have money" for operations already underway or in the months ahead.

Donald Trump I'm Giving $1 Mil to Hurricane Relief

September 04, 2017

Trump Foundation. President Donald Trump is donating $1 million of his personal money in response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey in Texas and Louisiana. "The core operating function at FEMA is going to be well-funded under the president's proposal", Bossert told reporters. The White House also signaled that it plans to request an additional $6.7 billion to replenish the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Disaster Relief Fund as part of an anticipated stopgap spending ...

U.S. will launch 'massive military response'

September 04, 2017

Trump had earlier denounced the test, tweeting that the time for "appeasement" was over and threatening drastic economic sanctions, including "stopping all trade with any country doing business with North Korea". South Korean President Moon Jae-In, once an advocate of dialogue with the North, called for the "strongest punishment". Analysts said Sunday's test indicates that North Korea is getting close to posing a credible nuclear threat to the U.S.

Singer Paulini Pleads Guilty To Licence Bribery Charges

September 04, 2017

She faces a maximum penalty of seven years' prison. She was charged on June 30 following an investigation into the RMS employee she allegedly bribed. She also explained that Curuenavuli was committed to six to seven performances of The Bodyguard Musical a week in Melbourne until November. Last year RMS worker Faletausala Feesili Vaifale, 27, was sentenced to 12 months home detention for making a false document to influence the exercise of public duty, corruptly receiving a benefit while ...

Flood - PDP Calls for Proactive Measures

September 04, 2017

The governor however appreciated the prompt action of President Buhari for directing NEMA to come to the aid of people of the state. She said that the party urged all agencies of government whose duty it was to provide emergency services to do so promptly to save lives.

Finian McGrath admits he did raise concerns about the HPV vaccine

September 04, 2017

The Irish Cancer Society said that the Dublin Bay North TD "needs to take responsibility" and must "publicly make clear his full and unwavering support for the national HPV vaccination programme". The later statement from the Department of Health, however, said that Mr McGrath gave assurances to Mr Harris. Harris added: "The HPV vaccine saves lives and my appeal to parents is simple - get the facts and information from medical experts.

Revealed! The reason why Varun Dhawan's October will star debutant, Banita Sandhu

September 04, 2017

Varun Dhawan and Shoojit Sircar are collaborating for the first time for a love story. Excited fans have already started guessing as to who the leading lady is. It had nearly 40 million hits. While I was shooting the ad film, Juhi (Chaturvedi , writer) and I were also working on the script (for this film). Last night, the actor Instagrammed a picture with Banita, with the caption that read, "Here's the October girl".

UCLA Comeback Comes Up Rosen

September 04, 2017

Starkel's status for next Saturday's game against Nicholls State has yet to be determined, but the Aggies could be in trouble regardless - they passed for just 89 yards as a team in Sunday's meltdown. With 2:06 left in the third quarter, Soso Jamabo finished off a 75-yard UCLA drive with a six-yard touchdown run to cut the lead to 27. We were asking them to do some things that are very tough to do.

Vehicle reverses into laundromat at high speed

September 04, 2017

Surveillance video shows a white SUV back up quickly in the parking lot, crash through the wall and drive backward between a row of washing machines. So when she saw me, she was like, "My legs!"' Josephine Torlone told the station. The terrifying moment a driver injured six by driving into an laundromat has been caught on video. Six people were rushed to Staten Island University Hospital North, FDNY officials said.

Duterte: Imee Marcos talked to me about returning 'wealth' to gov't

September 04, 2017

Imee Marcos, does not mean a final decision on the status of the ill-gotten wealth. Abella, on Monday, said Congress is needed to "set parameters, taking into account concerns raised by critics and the citizenry". I do not know anything... Malacañang is not taking a "stand" on whether or not the wealth to be returned by the Marcoses is stolen or ill-gotten money.

Woman falls off train in a purse-snatching bid, dies

September 04, 2017

The deceased's son, unidentified men, tried to grab his mother's purse in the wee hours, police said. "At around 4.50 am, Sudhir Bansal along with her son were standing near the gate when the train slowed down near Pul Mithai. Police added that the as the train was nearing Old Delhi railway station around 5am, mother and son waited with their luggage at the train door. He also alleged that the Police arrived too late.

Manslaughter guilty plea rejected over Gatton schoolgirl Jayde Kendall's death

September 04, 2017

Mr Bennetts, 21, was charged with killing Jayde after her body was found in a paddock, two weeks after she disappeared in August 2015. "Let's just take things slowly to start with", Jayde said. Various people saw Bennetts returning to town after 4.30pm without anyone else in his auto and he was captured on CCTV withdrawing $70 from her bank account at a Commonwealth ATM just after 6pm.

Woman shot, killed in Kissimmee, police say

September 04, 2017

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UK, Japan want a deal straight after Brexit

September 04, 2017

Mrs. May has met Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe twice since she took over in Downing Street but this will be her first visit to Japan as the country's leader. While no details have yet emerged regarding what the new resolution would contain, South Korea has also expressed its support for the passage of new measures - as with May - in conjunction with the government of Japan .

Regency Centers Corporation's (REG) Buy Rating Reaffirmed at Robert W. Baird

September 04, 2017

About 467,038 shares traded. ILG Inc (NASDAQ:ILG) has risen 97.56% since August 31, 2016 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 16.70% the S&P500. Waterfront Cap Prtn Limited Co holds 1.66% or 150,854 shares in its portfolio. Hilton Cap Mgmt Limited Liability Com, a New York-based fund reported 100,142 shares.

One Person Dead After Car Drives Into Lake

September 04, 2017

The incident happened at around 2:20 a.m. on Sunday. Officers cut off the chase after the vehicle blew through a red light on Miramar Parkway, Rues said. The 5 a.m. crash shut down I-95 north until after sunrise, detouring traffic onto I-595. Rodney Desinord, 37, said he was traveling north on I-95 when a white vehicle passed him going at a speed he estimated at 100 miles an hour.

Fire Department Raises Money for Muscular Dystrophy Association

September 04, 2017

The firefighters will be out again on Commerce Street Sunday to collect more donations. "This is a nationwide charity", Davenport Firefighter Jay Schalk said. Conner told us every dime raised will go to all the medical expenses that come with the disease. A Baltimore County fire lieutenant was struck by a auto in Rossville while collecting money for the "Fill the Boot" Muscular Dystrophy Association fundraiser Sunday morning, the department said.

US Bank ATMs accepting donations for relief efforts in wake of Harvey

September 04, 2017

Tish Alcantara, of Oceanside, California, was one of 17 people who showed up to a Saturday morning "Shelter Boot Camp" in San Diego created to quickly get volunteers up to speed on the requirements of a deployment with the Red Cross to the Harvey-ravaged front lines.

SL Green Realty Corporation (SLG) Position Raised by Artemis Investment Management LLP

September 04, 2017

The firm earned "Buy" rating on Friday, January 22 by Sandler O'Neill. Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank lowered its stake in shares of Duke Realty Corporation (NYSE:DRE) by 12.9% during the second quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Porsche scores 1-2 in WEC Mexico, Toyota struggles

September 04, 2017

The No. 8 entry that finished third in the hands of Sebastien Buemi, Kazuki Nakajima and Anthony Davidson went a lap down just three hours and 20 minutes into the race. As for LMGTE-Pro, AF Corse Ferrari held the lead with the #71 vehicle away from the #95 Aston Martin while the Fords held P3 and P4. The drive-through and a change of fuel flow meter for the winning auto were the only hiccups encountered by Porsche as it followed up on its victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June and the ...

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