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U.S. wheat organizations urge administration not to withdraw from KORUS

September 05, 2017

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported that in marketing year 2016-17, South Korea imported 1.13 million tonnes of U.S. wheat, including U.S. But there's been no decisions made other than renegotiating that trade agreement at this point. "We support finding ways to improve any agreement, but let's do that in a reasoned and respectful way, with input from all stakeholders so USA wheat farmers can gain greater access to world markets".

Kolkata: State govt. run auditorium cancels RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's event

September 05, 2017

According to the Sister Nivedita Mission Trust, they had booked Mahajati Sadan for October 3 for an event on Sister Nivedita's role in India's nationalist movement. Speaking on the issue, the Kolkata Police tweeted: "Permission for programme at Mahajati Sadan to Nivedita Mission trust not been denied by KP.This is to clarify misinformation being spread2/1".

Trento, bambina di 4 anni uccisa dalla malaria: primo caso in Italia

September 05, 2017

Inevitabile la decisione di mamma e papa' di portarla al pronto soccorso pediatrico dell'ospedale di Trento per una visita medica . A dirlo è Giampiero Carosi, infettivologo dell'università di Brescia: secondo l'esperto, l'ipotesi più probabile è che una zanzara abbia punto qualcuno infetto, magari dopo un viaggio, e poi abbia trasmesso il plasmodio alla bimba .

Man claims cold medicine caused fatal stabbing of wife

September 05, 2017

Officers arrived at the home just after 1:15 a.m. and discovered 29-year-old Lauren Phelps with multiple stab wounds. "I can't believe this", Phelps said. State records show that Matthew did not have a criminal record. "I can't believe this". According to WRAL , Lauren Phelps taught Sunday school in Raleigh , and was buried Monday.

Ganesh immersion festivities begin on grand note in Hyderabad

September 05, 2017

Southbound traffic on Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar road will be closed from Bharat Mata Junction to Bawla Compound for heavy vehicles between 6 am on August 25 till September 5 midnight. Cranes, watchtowers, drones, CCTVs and floodlights have been arranged to keep a watch on every movement of the revellers and devotees, In Mumbai , almost 7,610 Ganesh idols have been installed in the mandals and around 1.25 lakh idols in households.

Colombian Government, ELN Agree on Ceasefire

September 05, 2017

Colombia's largest guerrilla force, the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC ), disarmed last month as part of a peace deal to end over half a century of civil conflict. The government and the ELN guerrilla group are conducting peace talks in the neighboring Ecuador. The rebels used drug trafficking and kidnappings for ransom to fund their war.

Russia's Putin calls for talks with North Korea

September 05, 2017

Equally, Putin made it abundantly clear that pre-conditions on North Korea, without anything in return, is unfeasible. "That seems to be the level of political culture of a certain part of the American establishment", Putin said at a press conference following the results of his participation at the BRICS summit.

Simeone signs two-year Atleti extension

September 05, 2017

Under Simeone, Atletico captured the 2014 La Liga title, its first title since 1996. But, the Argentine, who was a revered figure at Vicente Calderon during his two spells as a player at the club, had an immediate impact on their fortunes as they famously went on to win the Europa League, beating Athletic Bilbao in the final.

Senior journalist Gauri Lankesh shot dead at her residence in Bengaluru

September 05, 2017

Gauri Lankesh was entering her house after parking her vehicle. Bengaluru deputy commissioner of police MN Anucheth confirmed her dead. She collapsed on the spot and succumbed to the injuries. "It is too early to comment on the issue, we can not reveal any further details at the moment". Reports stated that he was shot by three unknown men when she was getting down from her to enter into her house.

AP Defends Itself From EPA Attacks After Harvey

September 05, 2017

Reporters who collaborated on the piece stated they visited the sites and found "all had been inundated with water, in some cases many feet deep". Hurricane Harvey has damaged or flooded at least 13 sites identified by EPA as contaminated by possibly risky materials, raising concerns that the materials could spread and pose a danger to public health.

Israel launched a large-scale military exercises

September 05, 2017

The maneuvers will simulate a war with Hezbollah based in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah began as a terror group, but now features an army of almost 40,000 men. The US and Israel wanted the text of the resolution to state that the UN's Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) would have a bigger presence south of the Litani River and would have full authority in its efforts to prevent violations of UN Resolution 1701, which brought the 34-day Second Lebanon War to an end in August 2006.

Can Tougher Sanctions Really Do Anything to Stop North Korea?

September 05, 2017

Trump has previously said that "all options are on the table" concerning USA retaliation should North Korea target the United States or any of its overseas territories, including Guam. "And this is (a) violation of our rights", Putin said. Russian Federation denies meddling the US election, despite powerful evidence, and Trump denies that there was any collusion between his campaign or transition team and Russian Federation.

Campbell Soup Company (CPB) Shares Gap Down on Disappointing Earnings

September 05, 2017

Usually, the ROE ratio's between 12-15 percent are considered desirable. Gofen & Glossberg Limited Liability Corporation Il reported 0.01% in Campbell Soup Company (NYSE: CPB ). Shares of Campbell Soup ( NYSE CPB ) opened at 45.40 on Friday. Campbell Soup (NYSE:CPB) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, August 31st.

Cabinet reshuffle done on basis of performance analysis: Jaitley

September 05, 2017

Union Ministers Uma Bharti, Radha Mohan Singh and Kalraj Mishra (all Cabinet), Giriraj Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman , Bandaru Dattatreya and Faggan Singh Kulaste (all MoS) are believed to have been nudged by BJP President Amit Shah to put in their papers, informed sources said.

2 missing Lake Ontario kayakers found safe, 1 found dead

September 05, 2017

Voutour said that the windy and stormy weather meant responders were unable to search by helicopter. U.S. Coast Guard, Niagara and Orleans county sheriff's departments, state police, parks police, Somerset police and several fire departments participated in a search for the men.

Trump says Harvey has 'profoundly' affected US

September 05, 2017

Trump at one point leaned down and cupped a little boy's face while they spoke and then gave him a high five. He says that for some, it will take months or even years. Police in the southwest Bellaire neighborhood received reports of scavengers picking through water-damaged possessions and urged those cleaning up to keep anything left outside to dry closer to their homes and separate from what was considered a total loss.

Forecasters say Hurricane Irma could hit Florida by Friday

September 05, 2017

Hurricane warnings are now in effect for a long list of islands , including the islands of Antigua, Barbuda , Anguilla, Montserrat, St. Kitts, St. Martin and Nevis. "However, increasing threat for Irma to make landfall across Cuba with catastrophic impacts if that occurs". The storm is expected to hit the region on Tuesday , and Hurricane Warnings are posted for a number of islands in the eastern Caribbean .

Georgia Tech: Three Keys To Game 1 With Prediction

September 05, 2017

Quarterback TaQuon Marshall was stopped short of the goal line and his last-ditch pass attempt fell incomplete to end the game, a 42-41 season-opening loss for Georgia Tech . Following his senior year at Tennessee , Dodd was immediately hired as an assistant at Georgia Tech by William Alexander on December 28, 1930. The Volunteers scored in three plays again at the top of the second frame, and Georgia Tech answered in four.

Army helicopter crashes in Eastern Ladakh, all onboard safe

September 05, 2017

All passengers, including the two pilots, are safe even as few officers sustained minor injuries. All on board the chopper, including 2 top officers, are safe. An Army helicopter on Tuesday crashed near in Eastern Ladakh , ANI reported. The Dhruv ALH is indigenously developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and is extensively used by the Army.

United Nations fails to move against North Korea on hydrogen bomb test

September 05, 2017

The United States warned it could launch a "massive military response" to any threats from North Korea following Pyongyang's provocative detonation of what it claimed was a miniaturized hydrogen bomb . State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert tweeted Sunday morning that Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, who was also scheduled to attend the White House's North Korea meeting, was making calls to his counterparts, including South Korean Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha.

Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry spark reunion rumours

September 05, 2017

The "Swish Swish" singer was spotted paddleboarding over America's Labor Day Weekend with her ex-beau, and according to Celebrity WhatNot , there's a photo to prove it . Paddleboarding seems to be the former couple's water activity of choice. 'When you get older, lines get blurred. Just recently, her feud with Taylor Swift has reignited once again, as fans pitted their respective music videos - "Swish Swish" and "Look What You Made Me Do" against each other.

Europe rights court backs employee fired over private messages

September 05, 2017

His right to privacy , the judges declared, had been violated. Ms Smith added that in the United Kingdom both the Data Protection Act and the Interception of Communications Act set out clear guidelines for employers regarding what they can monitor.

Sinn Fein Rejects DUP's Call To Resume Northern Ireland Power-Sharing

September 05, 2017

For the first time in a decade, the region faces direct rule from Westminster. Sinn Féin's Northern Ireland leader Michelle O'Neill after she and a Sinn Fein delegation met Mr Brokenshire on Monday afternoon did not rule out such an appointment.

Brexit-Verhandlungen - Bald Parität Pfund zum Euro?

September 05, 2017

Die Verhandlungen werden auch dadurch beeinträchtigt, dass die konservative Minderheitsregierung nicht geklärt hat, wie das Post-Brexit-Verhältnis zur EU aussehen soll. März 2019 um Mitternacht ist Großbritannien raus aus der EU. Die Planungen beinhalten unter anderem folgende Punkte. Er richtete zudem die Warnung an die Gegenseite, keine unseriösen Vorschläge mehr zu unterbreiten : Großbritannien könne nicht zugleich aus dem Binnenmarkt aussteigen und den Anspruch erheben, die ...

Workers Mark Labor Day with Demand for Higher Minimum Wage

September 05, 2017

Colin O'Malley is with MetroJustice who organized the Rochester rally. Nevada State Senator Yvanna Cancela disagrees. Fast food worker Harold Carnes painted the protest as a fight for fairness. "I deserve an honest pay". Many Maryland workers must pick up extra shifts or a second job to make ends meet, putting a strain on raising a family and making it almost impossible to spend time with children and loved ones or tend to household matters.

Senate to summon Paolo Duterte & Mans Carpio

September 05, 2017

The Dutertes said they have received the invitation from the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee. "Because even before the elections, before my father became the President, you (Trillanes) have been attacking us", he said. Opposition Senator Antonio Trillanes IV has accused both of being involved in corrupt practices at the Bureau of Customs. Trillanes brushed off Gordon's ethics complaint: "I had thought that would be first thing in the morning.

Stanton hits 53rd home run to keep pace with Maris' record mark

September 05, 2017

Stanton's slump has been part of an overall decline in Miami's run production lately. To give up right from the get go would be to admit openly that professional baseball isn't worth the effort in Miami , and if the new ownership group can't commit to doing what's right for the franchise and its fans, then they shouldn't be allowed to purchase the team.

White supremacist group sues university over refusal to rent room for speech

September 05, 2017

The legal action against the 50,000-student university was taken on behalf of Georgia State University student Cameron Padgett , the one who tried to rent the space for Spencer. "While we remain firm in our commitment to freedom of expression, our first obligation is to the safety and security of our students and our community".

Joachim Low 'Full Of Rage' Due To Behaviour Of Certain German Supporters

September 05, 2017

It makes me twice as happy to play football. Werner has filled the void created when Germany's all-time top-scorer Miroslav Klose retired after the 2014 World Cup. A deft flick allowed Werner to tap home Germany's third before Mueller's pin-point cross was headed home just before the break. Despite being booed in some games, he went on to score 21 league goals in his first season there and his goal run shows no signs of drying up.

Four Terror Suspects From Banned Neo-Nazi Group Arrested - UK Authorities

September 05, 2017

The Army confirmed the arrests, and said it had supported the police-led operation. According to the West Midlands police, the suspects are now in custody at a West Midlands police station, while the authorities are conducting all investigations.

OH police officer shoots journalist after mistaking camera for gun

September 05, 2017

Andy Grimm "had his camera in his grasp" when he was shot in his side by a Clark County sheriff's agent in New Carlisle , which north of Dayton, The New Carlisle News said in a Facebook post. Sources told the daily paper that there was "some perplexity" encompassing the shooting . The media outlet added that Grimm was injured in the chest and subsequently rushed to a hospital.

Motorcycling: Yamaha rule out replacing injured Rossi at Misano

September 05, 2017

As expected, Valentino Rossi will miss this weekend's San Marino Grand Prix at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli - a home race for the Movistar Yamaha MotoGP pilot. That would mean missing Misano and Aragon before a comeback at Motegi. Nakasuga's Suzuka team-mate and Yamaha WorldSBK star Alex Lowes also has recent MotoGP experience from stand-in rides a year ago, but would need permission from Yamaha Europe.

Labor Day weather could be strongest severe storms of the year

September 05, 2017

Follow the LIVE BLOG below for the latest information on the storms. A strong cold front will sweep through the warm and moist atmosphere today, sparking what could be one of our stronger severe weather days so far this year. This line of thunderstorms will likely produce gusty winds, frequent lightning, and briefly heavy rainfall. The storms will bring in much cooler weather for the rest of the week.

Putin Warns of North Korea Threat But Criticizes Sanctions

September 05, 2017

Putin said Russian Federation was "ready to discuss" and "work in solidarity" with the global community to resolve North Korea's isolation. Putin clarified that additional sanctions against Pyongyang will be "ineffective and without influence" and warned that the military build-up on both sides of the border will escalate matters.

PA security forces arrest prominent human rights activist Issa Amro

September 05, 2017

Already under fire from human rights groups for his dubious record on issues such as press freedoms and the right to be heard, it's doubtful the arrest of a Palestinian activist for calling for Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to resign will do much to boost Abbas's esteem.

HC orders conduct of local body elections in TN by November 17

September 05, 2017

Thirunavukkarasar said the state government was postponing the elections due to fear of losing them. In a related development, the Tamil Nadu assembly adopted amendment bills in July for setting up a panel to recommend delimitation of wards in local bodies and also suggest quota for women, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes candidates.

"Water Protectors" protest Line 5 over Labor Day weekend

September 05, 2017

Every year since 1958 walkers and runners have gathered in the early hours of Labor Day to make the five mile trek across Michigan's most iconic bridge. "It really helped us get the word out and the traffic responded and they waited until the bridge was reopen to get to the bridge", Mackinac Bridge Authority Executive Bob Sweeney, said.

With 'fifth freedom', Scoot offers India-Denmark for Rs12,000

September 05, 2017

The report says that the lowest-fare one-way travel with Scoot for Mumbai-Copenhagen route would be between Rs 12,000 and Rs 13,000. "A return trip to Europe would cost around Rs26,000", said Mahadevan. Market leader, IndiGo was eyeing the soon to be privatised national carrier, Air India's global operations. Unlike Scoot, Indian low-priced carriers such as SpiceJet and IndiGo are likely to launch their first European long-haul flight to London-Gatwick.

Police ID Motorcyclist Killed in Hamden Crash

September 05, 2017

Upon arrival, firefighters located the victim, a 48-year-old man from New Haven, and found he was suffering from life-threatening injuries. Antioch police are being joined by the Lake County Major Crash Assistance Team for reconstruction and investigation of the crash, according to Fendel.

TMC MP Sultan Ahmed passes away

September 05, 2017

Ahmed also served as the Union Minister of State for Tourism in the Manmohan Singh government. "Condolences to his family", she tweeted. Sultan Ahmed became a lawmaker (MLA) for the first time in 1987 after he won West Bengal assembly election from Entally Vidhan Sabha constituency and he was reelected in 1996 election from the same centre.

Mohamad Fuzi Harun is new IGP

September 05, 2017

Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Home Minister, also said that the commission chose to retain Tan Sri Noor Rashid as the Deputy Inspector-General of Police but with the position upgraded to Staff III. Mr Mohamad Fuzi Harun, who was previously the Special Branch director and Counter Terrorism Task Force chief, said combating the threat of terrorism would always be in the scope of the Royal Malaysian Police leadership.

Yahoo Inc (NASDAQ:AABA) Sentiment Worsened, Despite

September 05, 2017

The company's market cap is $61.44 billion. The stock decreased 0.71% or $0.57 on September 1, reaching $80.05. The stock had a trading volume of 2,191,331 shares. It also upped Class A stake by 200,000 shares and now owns 1.40 million shares. Verint Systems Inc (NASDAQ:VRNT) was raised too. Among 27 analysts covering Medtronic ( NYSE:MDT ), 18 have Buy rating, 0 Sell and 9 Hold.

Trump considering move to end trade agreement with South Korea

September 05, 2017

From South Korea's perspective, Schuster said, allowing it more powerful weaponry signals to North Korea that Seoul will not necessarily be constrained by the United States and that it has an independent ability to react - something that North Korea would have to factor into its own calculations.

US President Donald Trump blasts 'hostile' North Korea over H-bomb launch

September 05, 2017

Yet a couple of chilling characteristics set it apart: a nuclear weapons programme and an unpredictable young leader. And it follows them up with military action. President Donald Trump spoke by phone Monday with his counterpart in South Korea , their first conversation since Trump directed harsh criticism at the new liberal leader's push for negotiations with the North.

Theresa May Threatens More Sanctions Against North Korea

September 05, 2017

During her three-day visit, PM May is expected to ease corporate Japan's worries about Brexit . The latest North Korean missile launch prompted the UN Security Council on Tuesday to strongly condemn the move as " outrageous " and urged Pyongyang to take concrete actions to defuse tensions.

Christie Keeps Criticizing Cruz's Vote Against Sandy Aid: 'The Past Is Prologue'

September 05, 2017

Cruz, who was speaking from the George R. Brown Convention Center in his hometown of Houston, where he was visiting flood victims, said, "Two-thirds of that bill had nothing to do with Sandy". One hundred percent of its senators (both Republicans) voted "no". It wasn't because Texans like Cruz were purposely punishing or voting against Sandy victims; it was because the so-called "emergency disaster relief" was hardly an emergency relief bill at all.

Suman siete los fallecidos tras paso de tormenta Lidia por México — VENEZUELA

September 04, 2017

De acuerdo con el alcalde Arturo de la Rosa, hasta el momento se reportan mil 067 personas evacuadas, quienes fueron trasladadas a los refugios temporales que fueron habilitados en la geografía municipal. Por ahora la tormenta tropical se dirige hacia el noroeste y se alejará de tierra este sábado a última hora de la tarde . Asimismo, oleaje elevado 3 a 4 metros de altura en Baja California , Sonora y Golfo de California.

North Korean ambassador summoned by the UK

September 04, 2017

But Japan is also an important destination for British investment. Theresa May today ordered a British warship to join military exercises with the Japanese in North Korea's backyard as the two countries vowed to take on Kim Jong Un .

USGS: 'Possible explosion' registers in North Korea

September 04, 2017

North Korea on Sunday tested a hydrogen bomb in its sixth nuclear test on Sunday, which judging by the natural disaster it set off appeared to be its most powerful explosion yet. South Korea's presidential office said it will hold a National Security Council meeting chaired by President Moon Jae-in. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Sunday said a sixth nuclear test by Pyongyang would be "absolutely unacceptable", after a 6.3 magnitude explosion in the North indicated a new detonation.

N.Korea nuclear test rocks parts of China

September 04, 2017

Geological Survey recorded the magnitude as 6.3. South Korean authorities said it appeared to be artificial, consistent with a nuclear test. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said in a statement released by his office Sunday that North Korea's nuclear and missile development "has entered a new level of threat - more grave and imminent - against Japan's national security and seriously undermines the peace and security of the region as well as the global community".

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