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New quake measuring 6.2 hits southern Mexico

September 25, 2017

More than 300 people have been reported killed in Tuesday's quake; almost 100 reportedly died in the September 8 temblor. Another quake struck in Mexico's southern coast on September 7, killing at least 90 people. The upscale Mexico City neighborhood was one of the hardest hit by the quake that killed at least 295 people, with more than a half-dozen collapsed buildings in the immediate vicinity.

Mourinho sent off in Man United win

September 25, 2017

The Belgian forward has scored five goals in as many Premier League games he has played and would be hoping to continue his impressive form against the Saints. "Credit to Southampton: they tried to play". Southampton have so far failed to score in five of Pellegrino's seven fixtures since his summer appointment as Claude Puel's successor.

Ostapenko Rallies To Seoul Title

September 25, 2017

It is Ostapenko's first championship since she defeated Simona Halep in the French Open final in June. "I enjoyed playing here, and to also see so many Latvian flags is incredible". She fell behind an early break in the opener at 3-0, and the Thai qualifier kept her edge for the duration to take a one-set lead. After serving at just 37% for the first set, Ostapenko turned her tennis around in a dominant second set, in which she broke Kumkhum's serve twice and saved all five break points ...

Sen. Lindsey Graham: We'll get the votes for Obamacare repeal bill

September 25, 2017

A showdown vote would have to occur this week to give Republicans any shot at reversing their debacle on the issue in July, when the GOP-run Senate rejected their initial attempt to dismantle Obama's law. As GOP leaders scramble for votes, a chief target is Sen. The Graham-Cassidy bill, introduced earlier this month by Sens. Republicans hold a 52-48 majority in the Senate and can only afford to lose two votes.

Ted Cruz doesn't support latest ObamaCare repeal bill

September 25, 2017

Speaking to CBS News' John Dickerson, Collins said she'll remain uneasy until the Congressional Budget Office releases its latest projection for the bill's impact. "The president is leaning in all the way". President Donald Trump is holding out hope that a last-ditch effort to overhaul the Obama-era health law isn't over.

Bishop Ireton Announces Four Commended Students In 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program

September 25, 2017

The students chosen as National Merit Scholars will have access to 7,500 scholarships worth more than $32 million. They are the highest scoring entrants in each state. "The young men and women being named commended students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success", commented a spokesperson for NMSC.

China says to ban some petroleum exports to North Korea

September 25, 2017

The tremor occurred at 5:29 p.m.in Kilju in North Hamgyeong Province, according to the Korea Meteorological Administration. According to United Nations customs data, China sent 6,000 barrels a day of oil products to North Korea in 2016. US President Donald Trump called the North Korean leader a "madman" on Friday, a day after Kim dubbed him a "mentally deranged US dotard" who would face the "highest level of hard-line countermeasure in history".

5 red cards shown as Turkish soccer rivalry descends into chaos

September 25, 2017

Red card number five went to Besiktas' Oguzhan Ozyakup who was ordered off the pitch after a second booking following the final whistle for allegedly insulting referee Ali Palabiyik. In a dramatic end, red cards were given to Besiktas' Atiba Hutchinson and the home team's Ismail Koybasi, who was given a second yellow for a hard tackle.

Breaking down TCU vs. Oklahoma State

September 25, 2017

But one college football expert doesn't think any opponent will have a fun day on the football field against the No. 6 Cowboys . All nine members of the Dallas Morning News' college football expert panel picked Oklahoma State on Tuesday to defeat TCU , improving to 4-0 on the season.

Trump targets Paul, Murkowski, McCain on ObamaCare vote, in tweets

September 24, 2017

Ducey ended his statement by noting that "51 votes are still possible". Some Republicans have been hoping to repeal the former President's healthcare legacy and scrounge up enough votes before September 30 - which is the deadline for using budgetary rules that prevent a filibuster on the measure.

Small business hurt by Hurricane Irma? Apply for these interest-free state loans

September 25, 2017

Thomas and St. John Wednesday of last week. "As soon as it's clear to do so, I encourage everyone in the listed counties to complete their respective damage assessments and after completing FEMA disaster requirements, apply for assistance from the SBA's Disaster Assistance Center".

Natural disaster detected near North Korea nuclear test zone 'occurred naturally'

September 25, 2017

But the South Korean weather agency official said the analysis of seismic waves and the lack of sound waves clearly showed that the quake wasn't caused by an artificial explosion. It came at the end of a week that saw a blistering war of words between between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un, with Trump using his maiden speech at the UN General Assembly to warn that Washington would "totally destroy" the North if America or its allies were threatened.

Heat wave not hot enough to break records

September 24, 2017

Sometimes when our fair city goes on some manner of historic, record-breaking tear, our hearts swell with civic pride and we're reminded anew of what a privilege it is to call Chicago home. On Saturday, the high in Findlay was also 89 degrees, the center said, but the record for September 23 is 93, set in 1908. The forecast high for Tuesday was as high as 89 degrees in some areas, within striking distance of the record high of 90 for September 26 set in 1998.

Defense chief set to visit India Sunday

September 24, 2017

This will be the first Cabinet-level visit to India under the Trump administration. In his speech on new Afghanistan policy last month, Trump had said a "critical part of the South Asia strategy for America is to further develop its strategic partnership with India" and asked for more help from India in Afghanistan, where he was recalibrating United States policy.

Worldwide collections and day wise break up of Haseena Parkar

September 24, 2017

However, Shraddha's, having chosen to do this biopic and not a Bollywood potboiler, transition from romantic roles will be under the scanner in the coming days. The latest biographical crime film "Haseena Parker" received slow opening at the box office. The film has a huge star cast this time that includes Colin Firth, Taron Egerton, Mark Strong, Edward Holcroft and Sophie Cookson, Julianne Moore, Halle Berry, Pedro Pascal, Elton John, Channing Tatum and Jeff Bridges.

Iran successfully tested new ballistic missile, state media reports

September 24, 2017

The nose cone of the missile has a range of 1,250 miles (2,000 kilometers) and can carry multiple warheads. "We will strengthen not only our missiles but also our air, land and sea forces". The unveiling came during a military parade on Friday in Tehran. Trump has repeatedly vowed to pull USA backing from the deal; he has also called for including Iran's missile program.

Police back in Bury St Edmunds on anniversary of Corrie's disappearance

September 24, 2017

CCTV images include a woman in the doorway of Flex nightclub at 2.23am, a man entering the club and someone standing outside a McDonald's at 4.30am. Corrie, originally from Dunfermline, Fife, was last seen on September 24 past year following a night out with pals.

Brexit: Jeremy Corbyn pressed to commit to single market

September 25, 2017

In a TV interview as the conference opened in Brighton, he made clear he has deep reservations about the restrictions which single market membership could place on a future Labour government's ability to intervene to support United Kingdom industry.

Substitute teacher fired for teaching kids Nazi salute

September 25, 2017

Seven Days quotes Kirsch as telling them on Friday that he was "at a loss" about the whole incident. In an email to parents, Georgia , Vermont, Elementary School superintendent Ned Kirsch said children were seen standing with arms out and the teacher modeling the salute.

Kenyan president says repeat election must be held within set time

September 25, 2017

Mr Kenyatta got 54% of the vote against opposition leader Raila Odinga's 44%, according to the IEBC's results. It was a watershed moment for judicial independence on a continent where courts more often serve presidents like loyal retainers.

LPA intensifies into tropical depression 'Nando'

September 24, 2017

In its 10 p.m. advisory, PAGASA said Nando's center was last estimated at 435 kilometers west northwest of Dagupan city, Pangasinan. Lightning, moderate to occasional heavy rains, strong winds, flash floods and landslides are possible in Zambales and Bataan provinces due to cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms from 'Nando, ' said PAGASA.

Compass Minerals International Inc (NYSE:CMP) Stock Sentiment Improves

September 24, 2017

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Trump Fires Back at Kim in Insult War

September 24, 2017

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un making a statement regarding Trump's speech in an undated photo released by Korean Central News Agency in Pyongyang on Friday. She said it would draw a "concerted and determined global response" but declined to be specific. North Korea has been testing missiles at an unprecedented rate, and conducted its sixth nuclear test despite worldwide condemnation.

China to ban petroleum products to North Korea

September 24, 2017

The new United Nations resolution requires exports of petroleum products to the North be limited to 500,000 barrels or 60,000 tons, from October 1 to December 31 and 2 million barrels or 240,000 tons per year starting January 1. Saturday. Media captionWas your T-shirt made in North Korea? North Korea also produces coal, some $1.2bn of which was exported to China in 2016, but China had already strictly limited its imports of North Korean coal earlier this year .

Several injured in shooting at Tennessee church

September 24, 2017

The gunman was also wounded, the fire department said. "The majority are older adults", Nashville Police Department wrote on Twitter. The nature of the injuries weren't immediately known. Authorities are warning people to stay away from the area. No other details about that person or a possible motive have been released. The victims of the incident were rushed to the nearest hospital.

Mulayam Singh to float new party named 'Akhil Bharatiya Samajwadi Party'

September 24, 2017

Shivpal Yadav told media that he and Mulayam Singh had not received any invitation for the meet. The posters at the SP convention on Saturday did not have pictures of Mulayam and Shivpal, giving ample hints about their place in the party.

Major motorway CLOSED as bomb disposal team called to 'hazardous material'

September 24, 2017

People stuck on the motorway took video footage of some motorists driving the wrong way down the hard shoulder to get off the M3, a traffic offence that routinely carries a fine. Officers were working close by the Hampshire fire and protect benefit and the unstable arms transfer group, the police said in an announcement. Nobody was hurt in the incident.

Donations for baby brothers who died in Wildmill, Bridgend

September 24, 2017

According to reports in the United Kingdom two five-month-old babies have sadly died in what is believed to have been an accident in their home in Bridgend, South Wales. "Enquiries are continuing to establish the cause of the deaths, however they are not being treated as suspicious". A police spokesman said: "The five-month-old children were conveyed to hospital where tragically they were later pronounced deceased".

Former leader of Muslim Brotherhood Mahdi Akef

September 24, 2017

The former Muslim Brotherhood leader Mahdi Akef passed away on Friday afternoon inside the Qasr El Einy hospital in Cairo. After Akef resigned from the post in 2010, he was replaced by Mohamed Badie, the group's current leader, who has remained in prison in Egypt since that country's 2013 military coup.

China's cenbank tells banks to stop doing business with North Korea

September 24, 2017

A 3.4 magnitude natural disaster has occurred in the northeastern part of North Korea , data published by the China quake Networks Center (CENC) has said. "Analysis ongoing", CTBTO Executive Secretary Lassina Zerbo said in a Twitter post , referring to Sept 3 test. The US president referred to North Korean leader Kim Jong-un as "Rocket Man", adding that Kim is "on a suicide mission for himself and for his regime".

Iran "successfully" launches ballistic missile, TV reports

September 24, 2017

He also said Iran would not seek permission from any country to "defend" it self. "We will strengthen our navy, air and ground forces as well as missiles". Washington is due to announce on October 15 whether it considers Iran is still complying with the agreement. Trump has criticized the nuclear deal and said it must be strengthened, or the US could walk away.

Kenyan election annulled after result called before votes counted, says court

September 24, 2017

The court, based in the capital Nairobi , offered a detailed ruling on Wednesday as to why it annulled the August 8 election and ordered a fresh presidential vote on October 17 after opposition leader Raila Odinga challenged the original result.

TN minister reveals Sasikala's influence in misleading people with Jayalalithaa's health status

September 24, 2017

Annadurai's birth anniversary celebrations at Madurai on Friday night, Mr Sreenivasan "listed the lies" the ministers had made to the people during that period, like "Amma was having idli and chutni ". Tamil Nadu Forest Minister Dindigul Sreenivasan admitted that he had said so many things to make people believe Jayalalithaa was healthy but no one had gone to see her in fact.

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's office says news of assassination attempt untrue

September 24, 2017

Deputy press secretary Mohammad Ashraful Alam said the rumours of an assassination attempt on August 24 by officers of Hasina's special security force were fabricated and damaging to the country. However, earlier on the day Awami League General Secretary and Road Transport Minister Obaidul Quader said at an event that jealous of the praise she had received over the Rohingya issue worldwide, "local and global interests were conspiring to kill the prime minister".

Japan, France to work closely over N. Korea

September 24, 2017

President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in NY, a source said. While Abe's remarks were light on details regarding how additional pressure might be applied, he called on United Nations member states to strictly implement existing sanctions.

Vehicle bomber hits North Atlantic Treaty Organisation convoy in Afghanistan, civilians wounded

September 24, 2017

According to the NATO-led Resolute Support Mission (RSM), no casualties have been inflicted upon their members. "Around 11:02 am, a suicide auto bomber detonated himself, targeted a convoy of foreign forces near Afshar neighbourhood of Kabul city", Najib Danish, interior ministry spokesman, told AFP .

Word-by-word break down of the Trump-Kim verbal duel

September 24, 2017

The North, which says it needs nuclear weapons to protect itself against the threat of invasion by a hostile United States , responded on Friday with a rare personal rebuke from Kim , who called Trump "mentally deranged" and a " dotard " and threatened the "highest level of hard-line countermeasure in history".

Seismic activity detected near North Korean nuclear site

September 24, 2017

In response, Tillerson said US diplomatic efforts would continue but all military options were still on the table. Shin Beom-chul, a security expert at the government-run Korea National Diplomatic Academy in Seoul, said that even if North Korea wanted to conduct an atmospheric nuclear test in the Pacific, it did not have the ability to dispatch test-monitoring ships to the open ocean while the USA military was on the prowl.

After the Earthquakes in Mexico, a Volcano Erupted

September 24, 2017

All along the highway running south from Mexico City into quake-stricken Morelos state, where at least 73 people died, convoys of volunteers can be seen driving cars decorated with handwritten signs saying "viveros" and "acopio movil", bringing aid and donations to damaged communities.

Sydney teams miss AFL and NRL grand finals

September 24, 2017

The Cowboys will meet Melbourne at ANZ Stadium next Sunday in a David-versus-Goliath showdown. Spirited semi-final wins against defending premiers Cronulla, Parramatta and now the Roosters have made North Queensland the first team to come from eighth place to face the minor premiers in the big dance.

North Korea quake not a nuclear test, say China experts

September 24, 2017

China also will ban textile imports from the North, the ministry said. It would ban exports of liquefied natural gas to the North immediately as well. He says Trump's threat to totally destroy North Korea shows the president takes "very seriously" his responsibility to protect Americans. Kim responded in a statement, calling Trump a "mentally deranged US dotard" and said "a frightened dog barks louder".

'Callous and offensive': Jed York slams Donald Trump

September 24, 2017

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell tweeted Saturday that Trump's comments were "divisive" and showed a " lack of respect for the NFL". Trump ranted about a wide range of issues as usual, but singled out NFL players who have chosen to silently protest police brutality against black Americans by not standing for the national anthem, and called for them to fired.

Lewandowski: McCain 'Lied' to Voters When He Campaigned on Repealing & Replacing ObamaCare

September 24, 2017

McCain , 81, the six-term senator who is battling brain cancer, said Friday that he would not back the legislation , which also is sponsored by South Carolina Sen. Most observers believe that the yearly deductibles for clients with pre-existing conditions would be higher as well. Failure to pass the bill could spell trouble for the GOP, according to experts.

Australians rage over marriage equality text message, Twitter responds hilariously

September 24, 2017

Thousands of same-sex marriage supporters have door-knocked around the country, encouraging Australians to post their votes. Tens of thousands of marriage equality supporters kicked off a text message and doorknocking campaign this weekend encouraging people to vote "yes" in the same-sex marriage postal survey.

India superpower, Pakistan a terror factory: Read Sushma Swaraj's speech

September 24, 2017

Along with Pakistan , the External Affairs Minister also targeted China without naming it when she said some countries were adopting double standards over terrorism out of their self-interest. Lodhi recalled that India's brutal occupation of Kashmir has killed over 100,000 innocent Kashmiris. On Thursday in New York , Abbasi urged the United Nations secretary general to appoint a special envoy for Kashmir and accused India's military of brutality in a crackdown against anti-India ...

Jay Ambrose: Trump not that bad at UN

September 24, 2017

As many seasoned observers have already remarked, Trump displayed a remarkable lack of leadership quality when he confused his "support base" in the United States with that of a broader global community. But, Trump's most vitriolic attack was on the nuclear agreement, formally known as the Join Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). "The world will have lost a great opportunity".

Japan prepared to face North Korean Hydrogen bomb threat

September 24, 2017

China is imposing new limits on trade with North Korea after the isolated country's latest nuclear test. While " dotard " certainly seems much more articulate than Trump's " rocket man " gibe, it does not make Kim Jong-un any sort of hero.

Natural disaster event detected in northeast North Korea: CENC

September 24, 2017

A 3.4 magnitude natural disaster has occurred in the northeastern part of North Korea, data published by the China quake Networks Center (CENC) has said. "Analysis ongoing", CTBTO Executive Secretary Lassina Zerbo said in a Twitter post, referring to Sept 3 test. The North, which says it needs nuclear weapons to protect itself against the threat of invasion by a hostile United States, responded on Friday with a rare personal rebuke from Kim, who called Trump "mentally deranged" and a ...

Pakistan has repeatedly rejected India's offer for talks: Sushma tells UN

September 24, 2017

Swaraj, in her speech said, India has built institutions of learning like IITs, IIMs and AIIMS whereas Pakistan has built terrorist organisations like the LeT, JeM, Haqqani Network and Hizbul Mujahideen. She said, "Regional prosperity, connectivity and cooperation can take place only in an atmosphere of peace and security in the region". "But his memory has conveniently failed him where it matters".

Kim Jong Un slams 'dotard' Donald Trump

September 24, 2017

He said that while the United States does not seek to do so, it has the ability to completely destroy North Korea if needed. "Now we are finally only a few steps away from the final gate of completion of the state nuclear force", Ri told the annual gathering of world leaders.

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