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Kamal Haasan to launch his own political party with 'reformatory ideology'

September 15, 2017

Kamal didn't promise any swift changes to the people rather he said, "The politics of Tamil Nadu can change and I want to bring about that change, no matter how slow it may be". "First I must clean my own home before I start on the neighbours", he added. Kamal Haasan has for the last few months weighed in regularly on issues with politically-loaded tweets targeting the AIADMK government, fuelling speculation that he is prepping for a political career.

Knife-wielding man attacks soldier in Paris, no injuries

September 15, 2017

Thousands of troops and police officers are deployed in France's Operation Sentinelle, launched after the January 2015 terror attacks . The operation was reinforced after the November 2015 Bataclan and Stade de France attacks. But she says they also will move more easily around the country based on local officials' requests. The attacker is believed to not be known to police.

After Hurricane Irma, residents go back to Florida; recovery mode begins

September 15, 2017

Trump, speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Thursday after touring damage from Hurricane Irma on Florida's west coast, said "we've had bigger storms than this" when asked about climate change. Mr Trump's trip to Florida was his third in less than three weeks to the storm-ravaged South. Trump, standing alongside Scott and other Florida officials, said he knows that "at a certain point it ends for you and we can't let it end.

NAB challenges LHC decision on Hudaibiya Paper Mills case in SC today

September 15, 2017

Rasheed said a joint investigation team constituted by the Supreme Court to investigate the Sharif family's offshore properties held that Hudaibiya Papers Mills case warranted further investigation and accused ousted prime minister Nawaz Sharif and Finance Minister Ishaq Dar of whitening the money and taking it out of the country.

U.S. citizen fighting with Islamic State is captured in Syria, Pentagon says

September 15, 2017

An American citizen fighting for Islamic State in Syria surrendered to USA -backed forces earlier this week, US officials said on Thursday. "We refer further questions on this matter to the Department of Justice". His capture was first reported by the Daily Beast . The decision to legally detain the man as a "known enemy combatant" comes as the Trump administration has been working to craft a detention policy, which could determine whether the US will resume sending detainees to the ...

ICC: Can't Force Indian Cricket Team to Play Against Pakistan

September 15, 2017

He said ICC remained neutral when it came to Indo-Pak cricket relations. Miandad said World XI players would return to their countries with a message that Pakistan is a safe country for worldwide sports activities. " Pakistan cricket is on the right track", he said. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has agreed to back Pakistan's efforts to resume international cricket in their own country and said it would provide financial assistance for security needs.

Gauri Lankesh, Kalburgi killed from same pistol; SIT to question history sheeter

September 15, 2017

Describing Lankesh as a "Leftist, pro-people, progressive and democratic journalist", a release issued by Abhay, spokesman of the Central Committee of CPI (Maoist), condemned her murder and appealed for intensifying the struggle against "fascist Hindutva forces" beyond "symbolic protests" with "now-or-never" urgency, reported The Indian Express.

Dead After Evacuation of Florida Nursing Home: Mayor

September 15, 2017

Hollywood Police Chief Tom Sanchez said investigators believe the deaths at the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills were heat-related, and added: "The building has been sealed off and we are conducting a criminal investigation". But the most recent state inspection reports showed no deficiencies in the area of emergency plans. Glimpses of Irma's economic toll were emerging, with Florida saying 31 state agencies had already amassed almost $250 million in preparation and recovery expenses.

Terrifying sea monster found washed ashore after Hurricane Harvey

September 15, 2017

More than 80 people were likely killed in Texas as a result of Hurricane Harvey, which struck the state about three weeks ago and brought record flooding to the Houston area, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said on Thursday. The creature's species still has not been confirmed although many experts believe it is a fangtooth snake-eel. Ms Desai , who is a part of the Audubon Society - a non-profit group dedicated to conservation, said she was seeing how extensively Hurricane Harvey had damaged ...

Financial Times reporter killed in Sri Lanka crocodile attack

September 15, 2017

He said that search and rescue teams are now engaged to find the body of the victim. "A local fisherman witnessed a man being dragged into a river, set back from the beach, by a crocodile", Lafeer told The Telegraph. Sean Carroll, from Australia, wrote on Facebook: "A croc just took a tourist bloke in Sri Lanka". He added in a comment that the army and police are searching for the tourist: "It's not looking good [at the moment] for the poor bloke".

Trump to Hold Call With Jewish Leaders Ahead of High Holy Days

September 15, 2017

But the White House rejects claims that Trump drew moral equivalency, and his spokeswoman, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, said on Wednesday that he will "absolutely" sign a bipartisan congressional resolution headed toward his desk that condemns hate groups.

Myanmar army violence against Rohingya 'unacceptable': Tillerson

September 15, 2017

Replying a question about his views what is taking place in Myanmar and Bangladesh , and the behavior of Aung San Suu Kyi , Tillerson said this violence must stop; this persecution must stop. Aung San Suu Kyi's attends a Myanmar parliament meeting on April 8, 2015. Our CorrespondentAhmedgarh, September 13Irrespective of their religious and communal allegiance, residents of the region have condemned killing of the Muslim population in Myanmar.

Air Berlin says decision on bids to be taken September 25

September 15, 2017

The consortium plans to service short- and medium-haul flights to tourism hot spots, making use of Condor's expertise in that sector. The airline's chief executive Thomas Winkelmann said on Tuesday the action of some pilots is like "playing with fire".

Southfield Police arrest suspects in home invasion

September 15, 2017

Officers responded quickly and spotted the suspect vehicle just a couple blocks away, but the vehicle took off and drove head on into another police vehicle coming in the opposite direction. Police say the teen had crossed the road once to get to a Burger King restaurant and was struck on her return. The four men inside the auto were then taken into custody.

Sen. McConnell to put off vote on raising debt ceiling

September 15, 2017

But in his interview with the Times, McConnell argued that the way he wrote the bill to raise the debt ceiling would actually delay the fight over the next debt ceiling hike until "well into" 2018. McConnell, Ryan, McCarthy and Secretary of the Treasury Steve Mnuchin were all in favor of raising the debt ceiling longer than Schumer and Pelosi wanted, the source told TheDCNF.

Maryland middle school teacher caught in sting targeting child predators

September 15, 2017

The suspect started a conversation with the detective and asked for sexual contact - even though police said the suspect believed he was in contact with a minor. According to the Carroll County Times, Fischer is a former Teacher of the Year in the county. State police stressed that Fischer is not now being charged with any violations of Maryland criminal law, but say that it's possible that charges may stem from the ongoing investigation.

Access Health CT Extends Open Enrollment Period

September 15, 2017

Connecticut's health care exchange will once again have two insurers offering plans next year, a welcome relief for Access Health Connecticut, which has been on shifting sands since the election of Donald Trump as president. Exchange CEO Jim Wadleigh said that's meant a lot of uncertainty in an industry that looks for clarity. More information about Access Health CT can be found on its website here.

United States airstrikes kill six 'al-Shabaab' militants in Somalia

September 15, 2017

The U.S. military says it has carried out three "precision airstrikes" in southern Somalia that killed six members of the al-Shabab extremist group. U.S. The United Nations and the United States on Wednesday mourned the passing away of Somali journalist, Abdullahi Osman Moalim, who succumbed to injuries sustained from an Al-Shabaab terrorist attack on Sunday in Beledweyne, central region.

Irma claims 5 more lives at nursing home

September 15, 2017

Dozens of the state's senior centers still lacked electricity days after Hurricane Irma hit the state, and several facilities were forced to evacuate. The Broward County medical examiner identified the victims as: Carolyn Eatherly, 78; Miguel Antonio Franco, 92; Estella Hendricks, 71; Betty Hibbard, 84; Manuel Mario Medieta, 96; Gail Nova, 71; Bobby Owens, 84; and Albertina Vega, 99.

Brazilian police raided the house of the Minister of Agriculture

September 15, 2017

The operation was authorized by Brazil's top court and is part of an investigation of Agriculture Minister Blairo Maggi, who is suspected of bribing state lawmakers during his 2003-2010 terms as governor of Mato Grosso. He was elected senator in 2011 and named by Temer to his Cabinet post in May 2016. The probe marks the latest blow to Temer's administration, whose economic reform agenda has been repeatedly thwarted by graft investigations that have targeted top officials, including the ...

Russian, German leaders condemn North Korea's ignoring of United Nations resolutions

September 15, 2017

Oren's tweet was expressing consternation that despite the nuclear cooperation between Iran and North Korea in both directions being well-known for a long-time, the West and the United Nations have done little to actively stop it. "What I will say is we are now totally focused on how can we contribute to a peaceful solution of the conflict". She suggested that "North Korea's nuclear program might be secretly doubling as a nuclear backshop for Iran".

Only way is Essex for County Championship, says Ryan ten Doeschate

September 15, 2017

But Essex are virtually guaranteed the title just 12 months after they won division two and former Holland global Ten Doeschate feels they have broken the fear of the gap between the leagues. Trott followed soon after, playing on to Sam Cook, before Cook teased Bell and he was caught behind by James Foster for just five. Essex were rampant and Chris Woakes was the next to go, brilliantly caught by Ravi Bopara for Simon Harmer's fifth wicket of the match to leave Warwickshire 47 for ...

Trump right to rescind DACA

September 15, 2017

But Trump, speaking to reporters before surveying hurricane damage in Florida, pushed back against Democratic leaders who claimed there was a deal on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) initiative. Schumer and Pelosi said in a statement that the details on border security needed to be negotiated, that both sides agreed "the wall would not be any part of this agreement" and that Trump said he would pursue the wall later.

Deputies searching for missing woman after auto found abandoned on I-26

September 15, 2017

Shawna Jones, 42, from Charlotte, North Carolina, left her home on August 25 and has not been seen or heard from by her family and friends since. Her roommate told police she did not return home and she has not been in contact with her family or friends.

Derricka Banner Becomes 19th Transgender Person Murdered In The US This Year

September 15, 2017

Banner was found by police dead during Hurricane Irma around northwest Charlotte in the 1400 block of Rosetta Street, not far from the Northwest School of the Arts. Montavious Berry is charged with murder in the death of derrick banner. CMPD said Thursday the two had communicated previously. But now, police are looping in the FBI into this investigation.

PCB gets a breakthrough in terms of attracting worldwide cricket to Pakistan

September 15, 2017

World cricket's governing body wants global teams back in Pakistan after an eight-year absence due to security concerns but cautioned that it could be a "long process". "There's a whole lot of steps in that process", Sutherland said on Friday morning in Sydney. Certainly, I think the intention would be to bring more and more PSL ( Pakistan Super League) matches to Pakistan , but also to bring (full) member countries to tour Pakistan - not a World XI tour.

Body Found In Burning Car Off Costa Mesa Freeway ID'd

September 15, 2017

The name was not immediately released pending family notification. Shortly after midnight on September 5, firefighters responded to a burning Honda Civic on the freeway down an embankment, near the 73 toll road, finding the man dead. "With unknown and suspicious circumstances surrounding the cause of death and auto fire", she adds, "CMPD has assumed responsibility of the investigation".

Bryant to sit, Wilbon to start

September 15, 2017

Mike Riley says Tre Bryant (knee) won't play this week. "I was kind of hopping to wait as long as I could". He probably won't play. Nebraska redshirt junior RB Mikale Wilbon will start against NIU on Saturday. "I thought he actually played a good game, Matt Farniok did", Riley said. "I'm looking forward for more growth from him, and yes he will start". Riley said he hoped Knevel would return to practice early next week.

Trump on Twitter (Sept 13) - Tax reform, Florida

September 15, 2017

Below is an edited transcript. Trump's characterization of the tax cut effort was at odds with a description of the plan given a day earlier by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, who predicted that many wealthy Americans would see a tax cut.

Vijay Mallya to appear before Westminster Court in London

September 15, 2017

Meanwhile, government lawyer expressed surprise by this step. The CPS said it was awaiting some reports from the defence team. "We are ready and willing to proceed and would invite the court to fix a hearing date at the earliest", CPS barrister Mark Summers had said.

DHS mulling deadline extension for Dreams to reapply for DACA

September 15, 2017

But then, the tweets started . The discussion focused on DACA. Update: Before departing for Florida, Trump seemed to confirm suspicions, telling reporters his fight for a border wall will " come later ". Trump said a path to citizenship would not be part of an agreement to codify the DACA program, further muddling the picture about a potential bipartisan deal struck between Democratic leaders and the White House on Wednesday night.

Utah: Sen. Hatch (R) Introduces Marijuana Research Bill

September 15, 2017

In a speech on the Senate floor Wednesday, Hatch said the US needs more research into the "possible benefits of medical marijuana as an alternative to opioids". "We've got " high times ", "into the weeds ", strains to enforce", and "to be blunt ", among others. Make marijuana more available for legitimate scientific and medical research and the commercial production of any FDA-approved drugs derived from marijuana.

Analyst's Indicator Review for New Residential Investment Corp. (NRZ), CBS Corporation

September 15, 2017

Vetr lowered shares of New Residential Investment Corp. from a "hold" rating to a "sell" rating and set a $16.55 price objective on the stock.in a report on Wednesday, August 2nd. The rating was downgraded by Robert W. Baird on Thursday, July 30 to "Neutral". New Residential Investment Corp.is a real estate investment trust (REIT).

Steve King: Trump Following Hillary's Immigration Plan, Not His Own

September 15, 2017

Enforcement must come first before any kind of legalization. We should have compassion for everyone, including those who came here with no fault of their own, but first and foremost we must take into account the American worker and family, and legal immigrants who came to this country the right way.

POW/MIA ceremony planned Friday in Priceville

September 15, 2017

The responsibility is on all of us to never forget those who gave the ultimate sacrifice and to comfort and support those who still grieve in silence. The Veterans of Foreign Wars and Auxiliary Post 7756 in Gillette will commemorate POW/MIA Remembrance Day in Gillette on Friday with ceremonies and displays throughout the community.

Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE:PII) Closed Over Its 50 Day Average

September 15, 2017

Volume was up 134.79% over the stocks average daily volume. Polaris Industries Inc . has a 52-week low of 70.14 and a 52-week high of 100.17. Ibm Retirement Fund increased its stake in St Jude Med Inc (STJ) by 14.59% based on its latest 2016Q4 regulatory filing with the SEC.

Hawk rescued by cab driver before Hurricane Harvey released into wild

September 15, 2017

PLANO, Texas (AP) - An injured hawk that sought refuge in a Houston taxicab before Harvey made landfall last month has been returned to the wild. Handlers who treated the hawk say she would not have survived the storm if she hadn't hopped in the cab.

One in three drivers are distracted in school zones

September 15, 2017

Driving crashes are the leading cause of death among teenagers. New research from ZenDrive says between 4:00 and 5:00 in the afternoon is the most risky time to be on the roads near school. The company mapped out the areas around 75,000 schools across the country to see which states are the safest. That's in contrast to Trinity Lutheran Church in Texas, which received an "F".

Hindi speakers should give space to other languages: President Ram Nath Kovind

September 15, 2017

He was received at the Chowdhary Charan Singh airport by Governor Ram Naik, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other ministers. This is the President's first visit to the state after assuming the top most constitutional post of the country.

Funeral services set for former US senator

September 15, 2017

He became the state's longest-serving US senator. "Senator Domenici is a legend in New Mexico politics, and though he will be sorely missed, his impact will be felt in the state - and the nation - for generations to come", Udall said". State Land Commissioner Aubrey Dunn called Domenici "a patriot and a devoted statesmen" and offered his condolences to the family. State Republican Party Chairman Ryan Cangiolosi said in a statement, "Sen".

At least 19 dead, dozens missing after boat capsizes in India

September 15, 2017

It was ferrying people more than its capacity. Chief Minister Adityanath has announced compensation of Rs 2 lakh each for the victims' families, ANI reported. District Magistrate Bhawani Singh and senior officers wer forced to rush back to save themselves from public ire which hampered rescue operation. They also jammed the Delhi-Saharanpur highway after placing the dead bodies on road.

Trumbull police investigating shooting

September 15, 2017

Police said the shooting happened on Old Town Road at Quarry Rd around 3:30 p.m. Police found several shell casings in the area, and later learned a victim had been taken to Saint Vincent's Hospital by a private vehicle. Shortly afterward a victim was brought into a local hospital by vehicle. UPDATE 5:10 p.m. - Old Town Road has been reopened. Police said Old Town Road is closed between White Plains Road (Route 127) and the intersection of Seltsam Road (Bridgeport) and Route 25 ...

$0.55 EPS Expected for CSX Corporation (CSX)

September 15, 2017

Curaegis Technologies Inc (OTCMKTS:CRGS) has 0.00% since September 14, 2016 and is. It has outperformed by 26.11% the S&P500. Shares for $159,080 were sold by Lubitz Allan on Wednesday, March 15. Gemmer Asset Management Ltd Liability, California-based fund reported 120 shares. It also reduced Arris Intl Inc stake by 622,230 shares and now owns 633,749 shares.

Zach Braff Discovers He's Advertising Erection Pills In Russia

September 15, 2017

Braff was quickly informed that the ad was actually from Ukraine - and that similar ones have been spotted before. "We love you here in Russian Federation", one fan replied , adding, "Even if your penis doesn't work anymore". An actor, a doctor, a viagra salesman AND a compute fix man; is there anything this bloke can't do!? Braff's tweet sparked a thread of other fantastic examples of celebrities' being used in unflattering ads.

New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles

September 15, 2017

Masahiro Tanaka bounced back from an terrible outing last week in Texas, pitching well with a big cushion to work with. Wade Miley (8-12, 4.96 ERA) gets the start for Baltimore, while NY counters with Masahiro Tanaka (11-11, 4.82). Severino turned in a gem during his last start against the Rangers and allowed just a single run on one hit over seven innings while striking out ten, but received the no-decision in the Yankees eventual 3-1 win.

Bullet Train Project in India: 10 things you should know

September 15, 2017

Bullet train critics say the funds would be far better spent to modernise India's slow and rickety state-controlled rail system, the world's fourth largest. While Japan is providing the technology and funding for the project, India has to provide the human resources. Senior Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of "completely abdicating" its responsibility towards the safety of passengers.

Senate committee approves judicial candidate

September 15, 2017

Amy Klobuchar had said she would not stand in the way of the nomination, but under the blue slip policy both home-state senators are supposed to acquiesce. But given the opportunity to populate the highest courts with conservative nominees, it is hard to imagine that Senate Republicans will allow individual Democrats to determine the fate of so many judges.

Anonymous Donors to Legal Defense Allowed by Govt Ethics

September 15, 2017

Government ethics experts say the move opens up the possibility for conflicts of interest, at the very least. OGE officials quickly changed their minds, but the document was never updated, as it wasn't needed during the relatively scandal-lite George W.

Internal Affairs Report Slams Officer Who Arrested Nurse

September 15, 2017

An internal affairs investigation into two Salt Lake City police officers involved in the arrest of a University Hospital nurse has found several department policies were violated during the July 26 confrontation. It added that Payne "very clearly lost control of his emotions". Payne and Tracy have 20 days to respond to the internal affairs investigation. Both could be fired from the department.

Bruised, Burned, Malnourished Randleman Girl Found Locked in Closet

September 15, 2017

Failing to get a response to knocking on the door, officers called the girl's name and began to hear her, WXII News reported. Once inside the residence, officers found the girl locked in a 2-foot by 4-foot closet under a stairway. Police say the child was in the care of her great uncle a year ago, but was returned to her father's custody in June. "I was in shock", Harrell told WFMY.

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