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6 dead, 11 injured after under-construction building catches fire

September 07, 2017

Local officials quoted eyewitnesses as saying that they heard sound of a cooking gas cylinder blast ahead of the fire engulfing part of the building. Meanwhile, the police said that the victims could not be identified as their bodies were charred beyond recognition.

Turkey to begin first foreign aid deliveries to Rohingya Muslims

September 07, 2017

Mr Bayldon said Amnesty International is now struggling to get their human rights observers in due to the military sealing off the area but said those coming out are reporting "horrific abuse going on, rapes (and) widespread killings".

Evacuations expected in Miami-Dade County due to threat of Hurricane Irma

September 07, 2017

O. Campbell Educational Center near Houston last week because of Hurricane Harvey. The Breakers will close Friday ahead of Hurricane Irma . School activities called off, and district headquarters shut down. Sarasota: All public schools in Sarasota County will be closed on Friday. All Miami-Dade County offices will be closed Thursday and Friday. Several events have cancelled in anticipation of the storm, including a florists' convention scheduled this week .

Aceto Corporation (NASDAQ:ACET) Experiences Heavier than Usual Trading Volume

September 07, 2017

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Von Miller says Trevor Siemian is looking like Peyton Manning

September 07, 2017

At 6-foot-6, 329 pounds, this kid is an absolute mauler with some athleticism, who was a Notre Dame team captain and second team All-American in 2016. "We've been saying it for a long time, we said it a year ago", Miller said. "No one player can replace those two guys, no two players". "Since my time here", Joseph said, "Von has been a great leader as far as how he's worked, how he's helped the young guys".

Russian Federation may reduce USA diplomatic personnel by 155: Putin

September 07, 2017

Russian Federation demanded Sunday that the USA rethink its shuttering of Moscow's diplomatic premises, insisting that Washington bore sole responsibility for worsening ties after the "hostile act". Moscow said the move aimed to bring the number of USA and Russian diplomats working on each other's soil to parity. Putin apparently came up with the 155 figure because he said that 155 of Russia's staff in the United States were "not really diplomats" but part of its UN mission in NY.

Virginia task force in Puerto Rico ready to respond to Hurricane Irma

September 07, 2017

Some members of the task force deployed Wednesday afternoon and there's a chance that more could be following. Team members worked at a grueling pace in extreme conditions since being deployed Sunday, Aug. If you follow them on Facebook , the team has been posting updates nearly hourly showing the whipping winds and rains they are encountering as Irma passed them just to the north.

Missouri governor Eric Greitens to make jobs announcement in Kansas City area

September 07, 2017

Spring Venture Group, an insurance agency in Kansas City plans to add 400 new jobs over the next few years. Those companies are Rosnet and Spring Venture Group, both in Kansas City and Seyer Industries in St. The pending ruling from a judge in the bench murder trial of former St. Louis police officer Jason Stockley was among those topics. Activists have warned that there will be protests if Stockley is not found guilty.

NASA sees Tropical Storm Katia develop near Mexico's east coast

September 07, 2017

Because of the close proximity to land, the National Hurricane Center cautioned about the heavy rainfall the storm is expected to generate. An area of low pressure has formed into Tropical Depression Thirteen in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico, the U.S.

GOP leaders 'visibly annoyed' when Ivanka Trump crashes Oval Office meeting

September 07, 2017

At first, in Wednesday's Oval Office meeting, the Republicans lobbied for an 18-month debt ceiling extension, then 12 months and then six, but Trump waved them off. Barely an hour earlier, Ryan had slammed the Democrats' demand for a three-month extension as " ridiculous and disgraceful ". Meanwhile, congressional Republicans are left fuming.

List of evacuations across South Florida due to Hurricane Irma

September 07, 2017

About 470,000 residents live in storm surge zones A and B in Miami-Dade, where unsafe waves during a hurricane could cause fatalities. As Hurricane Irma's path continues to make aim for the southern tip of Florida, officials in Miami and the surrounding area are announcing more evacuations, according to WTLV , a Jacksonville, Fla.

University of Melbourne again ranked as Australia's top university

September 07, 2017

This was attributed to drops in its research influence score and research income. Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Kanpur and Madras have slid down in the rankings to lower bands. According to the U.S. Department of Education , there are more than 3,000 four-year universities in the nation. IIT Bombay found a place in the 351-400 band while IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur and IIT Roorkee have been listed in the 501-600 band.

USA proposes sanctions banning oil to North Korea, freezing assets

September 07, 2017

Russian Federation has veto power over any such sanctions being considered by the Security Council. He claims Xi Jinping wants to do something, and they will not put up with what is happening in the rogue state. As you may have heard, North Korea has very powerful nuclear weapons now. The nation's nuclear safety commission said it hadn't detected any so far.

Trump Says US Military Strike 'Not a First Choice' on North Korea

September 07, 2017

South Korean President Moon Jae-in took office four months ago with plans to reach out to North Korea in a way his conservative predecessors did not in the previous decade. At one point, he warned of " fire and fury like the world has never seen" if North Korea continued its threats. Meanwhile, South Korean Second Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Hyun told a Washington audience that North Korea is rapidly becoming a threat too hard to bear.

Richard Branson to ride out Irma in wine cellar

September 07, 2017

The storm hit the Caribbean islands on Wednesday and is on path to hit parts of the British Virgin Islands. Hurricane Irma - a rare Category Five storm - slammed into French Caribbean islands on Wednesday bringing gusting winds of up to 294kmh, weather experts said .

Pipe bomb explosion reported at IN post office

September 07, 2017

The Times of Northwest Indiana reported a fire official confirmed there were two pipe bombs found in the building. K-9 units from the Lake County Sheriff's Department were at the scene investigating the incident. Law enforcement on the scene include agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the FBII and the United States Postal Service, as well as East Chicago police and fire officials.

National Cathedral to remove 2 stained-glass windows honoring Confederate generals

September 07, 2017

Robert E. Lee and Gen. Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson would be removed. In June 2016, the National Cathedral made a decision to remove two images of the Confederate battle flag from the building's stained-glass windows. They said: 'We promise to listen carefully to all who are willing to share to continue to hold the entire Cathedral community in prayer as we strive always to see each other as beloved children of God'.

Jose, Katia are now hurricanes

September 07, 2017

The Category 5 storm is now one of the strongest ever recorded in the Atlantic and is clearly visible from space . Tropical Storm Jose is in the central Atlantic and could menace the Leeward Islands later this week. "That's incredibly powerful, and if it keeps tracking the way that it is, we could really be experiencing some heavy rainfall, some of those hard winds, strong winds, right here in North Carolina", Sprayberry said.

Dennis Rodman Wants to 'Straighten Things Out' Between Donald Trump, North Korea

September 07, 2017

The latest move to toughen measures against North Korea follows its latest test in a fast-advancing nuclear weapons programme. They are not going to give up nuclear weapons. We don't want it now. But our country's patience is not unlimited. "Enough is enough", she said. "There is no more road left". This would also apply to any other vessels designated by the Security Council committee monitoring sanctions against North Korea.

Putin Warns About Consequences of North Korea's Nuclear Activity

September 07, 2017

Merkel also talked to U.S. President Donald Trump late Monday to discuss the latest provocation by North Korea . Even before North Korea detonated its most powerful nuclear bomb on Sunday, Japan was calling for moves to cut off its oil supply.

White House Says Trump To Continue Push For Denuclearization Of Korean Peninsula

September 07, 2017

The Australian prime minister, Malcolm Turnbull , says his half-hour phone call with Donald Trump was "a very warm" conversation that included discussion of North Korea's nuclear threats. Defence Minister Marise Payne is on her way to Seoul to meet with her South Korean counterpart and General Vincent Brooks, the commander of UN Command, US Forces Korea and the Combined Forces Command.

Ambassador Bridge Twin Span Gets Canadian Permit

September 07, 2017

Transport Canada said in a statement Wednesday that the Ambassador Bridge would have to be dismantled within five years of a new span opening and that the bridge company would have to make improvements to local infrastructure and public green spaces in Windsor.

Trump Consults With UK, Australia Leaders On North Korea

September 07, 2017

With North Korean warning it had more "gift packages" for the USA after Sunday's nuclear test, Mr Turnbull told Mr Trump "Australia has got America's back", prompting the President to reply the United States had Australia's back too. "Don't test China's patience by flying close to China's islands", an editorial in Chinese state media read . "While we both recognise that China is not responsible for North Korea's conduct.

'Real Time With Bill Maher' Renewed Through 2020 by HBO

September 07, 2017

The renewal comes just three months after Maher apologized on air for his use of the N-word in an interview with Nebraska Sen. Variety's Maureen Ryan wrote in a columns the day after Maher uttered the word on-air, "Whether or not " Real Time " continues, Maher should be fired".

Tropical Storm Jose forms behind Hurricane Irma

September 07, 2017

A new tropical depression has formed in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico. In preparation for the storms, particularly the very risky Hurricane Irma, several corporate entities, such as, the Ritz Carlton and American Airlines, have taken precautionary measures.

Extend coal fired power stations: AEMO report

September 07, 2017

Canberra, Sep 6 (IANS) Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull on Wednesday vowed to eliminate future crippling power shortages despite a warning from the AEMO that the country faces a shortfall in energy in the next five years. 'We're getting out of coal, ' Mr Vesey wrote on Twitter. "What we've heard from the AEMO is that there is a concern - with Liddell scheduled to close in 2022 - that there will be insufficient supply in the market".

U.S. proposes sanctions banning oil to North Korea, freezing assets

September 07, 2017

The United States is pushing for an oil embargo on North Korea as part of new United Nations sanctions against the country for its nuclear tests , Reuters reports, citing a draft of the U.N. A statement from China's Foreign Ministry said Xi told Trump that Beijing was "unswervingly" working to achieve denuclearization on the Korean Peninsula.

Trump Nominates Okla. Rep. For NASA Chief

September 07, 2017

While it's true that the Oklahoma Republican has taken an interest in space-related legislation , Bridenstine's background has some NASA allies feeling a little nervous. Also voicing support for Bridenstine is the Commercial Spaceflight Federation. The Coalition for Deep Space Exploration (Coalition) welcomes the Trump Administration's continuing commitment to human space exploration, space science , and the economic development of space with the nomination of U.S.

Two men swept into sea at Treyarnon Bay

September 07, 2017

It is not known what condition he is in. The second man has reportedly also been recovered and was rushed to hospital by air ambulance. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency said that three lifeboats, along with coastguard rescue teams, lifeguards and a search and rescue helicopter, are involved in the operation.

Putin Says Trump's 'Not My Bride,' But Still Hopes for Detente

September 07, 2017

The Pentagon says U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis has reassured his South Korean counterpart of the "ironclad" U.S. commitment to defend the American ally. Yet the series of tit-for-tat expulsions and punishments seems unlikely to end there, and Russian Federation says it is weighing options. The Obama administration said it was retaliating for Russian meddling in the USA presidential election.

Jose and Katia become hurricanes

September 07, 2017

Jose is moving west-northwest at about 13 miles per hour and is expected to speed up in the next two days. It's now about 1,040 miles east of the Lesser Antilles, a collection of islands in the Caribbean Sea. Jose has winds of 75 miles per hour (120 kph) and is quickly strengthening. The National Hurricane Center said Wednesday afternoon further cyclone formation is not expected in the next five days.

Trump to Meet with Four Top Hill Leaders Next Wednesday

September 07, 2017

The Trump White House warned that in order to ensure that Texas receives the necessary funds, the Congress needs to tackle one more thing: the USA debt limit . There is no time to waste. Harvey is draining existing disaster reserves, with Federal Emergency Management Agency's disaster accounts hovering at $1 billion or less.

Massive Wildfire Devastates Parts of Oregon, Washington

September 07, 2017

Footage from Monday on the OR side of the Columbia River Gorge. The section of the Columbia River was closed after the Captain of the Port deemed it unsafe for vessels to travel the river from Reed Island to the Bonneville Dam. The Oregon fire has burned one home and four outbuildings, as well as the historic Oneonta Tunnel, which is popular with hikers, officials said. Evacuation notices are in place throughout the area, and Interstate 84 is closed from Troutdale to Hood River, as is the ...

Madonna opens up about her emotional adoption journey

September 07, 2017

I'm trying to save somebody's life. Why are you all s--g on me right now?' I did everything by the book. It was a "low point", said the singer, who revealed she would cry herself to sleep. In July, the family returned to Malawi to open the Mercy James Centre for Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care , the country's first children's hospital.

Juvenile in stolen vehicle hits Colorado Springs police auto twice

September 07, 2017

The teenager was found taking a nap in the auto at the Crosslands Hotel off of Highway 24 on Wednesday morning. The auto was reported stolen more than a week ago. Officers had him surrounded and ordered him out of the stolen vehicle at gunpoint, but the teen wasn't done with his escape attempt. "We ordered the suspect out of the auto at gun point".

Moon discusses North Korea with Putin

September 07, 2017

Putin was speaking after South Korea said an agreement with the United States to scrap a weight limit on its warheads would help it respond to the North Korea threat after Pyongyang conducted its sixth and largest nuclear test two days ago.

United Nations mulls oil embargo on North Korea, textile export ban

September 07, 2017

Rodman, who strangely has ties to both President Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un , believes the USA needs to engage North Korea. Part of their strategy is to isolate South Korea from negotiations with the United States, and agree to dialogue pending the withdrawal of American forces from the Korean peninsula.

End of the American dream for 8000 Indian 'dreamers'

September 07, 2017

The announcement of the end of DACA prompted criticism from government and business leaders, in addition to those most affected by its repeal. Fifteen states and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit in NY challenging President Donald Trump's plan to end a program protecting young immigrants from deportation .

North Korea Makes A Nuclear 'Gift ' Threat As Trump And Turnbull Talk

September 07, 2017

The White House said the two leaders spoke via telephone to address North Korea's claim last week that it tested a hydrogen bomb. Mr Turnbull was the first to shed light on Wednesday's conversation, telling reporters in Canberra it was "a very good call" and a "warm discussion".

Germany cautious on Putin plan for Ukraine UN mission

September 07, 2017

Kim would rather starve his people than see his regime overthrown, he said. Moon said that North Korea's pursuit of nuclear weapons is the "wrong way" and asked for Putin's help to "tame" the totalitarian state. Japan upgraded its assessment of the North Korean test to 160 kilotons from 120 kilotons after the size of the quake it generated was revised to 6.1.

Research Report For Envision Healthcare Holdings, Inc. (EVHC)

September 07, 2017

As of quarter end Alyeska Investment Group, L.p. had disposed of 262,999 shares trimming its position 59.3%. Gateway Investment Advisers LLC now owns 7,086 shares of the company's stock worth $444,000 after acquiring an additional 18 shares during the period.

All Stakeholders Must Work To Preserve Myanmar's Unity: PM Narendra Modi

September 07, 2017

Another MoU was signed between the Election Commission of India and Union Election of Myanmar. An MoU was signed on cooperation between Myanmar Press Council and the Press Council of India. More than 100,000 people have fled the predominantly Buddhist country into Bangladesh in the last two weeks, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees said on Tuesday.

OR wildfire: Columbia River highway closed, ash covers Portland

September 07, 2017

Interstate 84 closed in OR after the Eagle Creek Fire began to spread. The fire started on Saturday, and officials think it was caused by fireworks. FitzGerald found a forestry law enforcement officer at the parking lot and reported what she had seen. They hiked into the night, some people using their cellphones to light the way over creeks and bridges.

Heitkamp, Cramer plan to join Trump in North Dakota

September 07, 2017

On Friday, Heitkamp said both parties need to work together on tax reform, which she views as critical for businesses and families in her state. "And if she doesn't do it for you, you have to vote her out of office", Trump said last week. On the statutory corporate tax rate , or what the government has on the books as the business tax rate, Trump is correct when it comes to developed nations.

World 418 Kanepi reaches US Open quarter-finals

September 07, 2017

Her shock is well-founded. Kanepi had been battling with painful plantar fasciitis in both feet and a bout with the debilitating Epstein-Barr virus and was contemplating giving up tennis altogether. "I was expecting her to play her best tennis because it's the fourth round of a Grand Slam and she's a very good player", Kasatkina said after the match.

READ: VACC impeach rap vs Sereno

September 07, 2017

The Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) has called on lawmakers to be cautious in filing impeachment complaints. But Alvarez does not want to take this route, lest they look like "fools" before the Senate sitting as the impeachment court.

Trump Says Will Allow S. Korea, Japan to Buy US Military Equipment

September 07, 2017

It reportedly shook buildings in China and Russian Federation. Malcolm Turnbull and Donald Trump have discussed the threat posed by North Korea in a "very warm" phone call. "We have continued to see signs of possibly more ballistic missile launches". In July, North Korea tested two ICBMs capable of flying about 6,200 miles, threatening parts of the United States mainland.

President Trump's $1 million Harvey relief donation goes to 12 organizations

September 07, 2017

After that comes $100,000 donations each for Reach out America , a religious-based group that organizes supplies and volunteers, and Samaritan's Purse , a Christian aid group. An estimated 30,000 to 40,000 homes were destroyed by the flooding in Houston alone. Nearly more unusual than this statement that he's actually making the personal donation is that Trump thanks the Press Corps members who made recommendations.

Homeless man attacked man with hatchet after being offered food: cops

September 07, 2017

Saturday, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department . A man strikes another man with an ax, as seen in surveillance footage released by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department on September 5, 2017. Kisu Bradey Brown in a photo released by the L.A. County Sheriff's Department on September 5, 2017. He then doubles back to hit the victim at least two more times, the video shows.

Israel PM Netanyahu says relations with Arab world are best ever

September 07, 2017

Netanyahu explained that the developments with the Arab countries "are much greater than [the developments] during any other period in Israel's history". Netanyahu also praised a "great change" with Russian Federation, which he said was of great importance in terms of connecting economic and cultural interests.

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