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Passenger dies in crash, driver under police guard

September 28, 2017

The officer contacted police who found the vehicle driving on Scott St about 15 minutes later. The officer activated their lights and sirens but the driver failed to stop and a pursuit was initiated. The Independent Police Conduct Authority and Police Serious Crash Unit is investigating. The officer involved in this incident is being provided with welfare and supported by their colleagues.

Sarah Jessica Parker Drives Sole of the City Walking Tour

September 28, 2017

For $ 400, Sarah Jessica Parker , aka Carrie Bradshaw in the series, offers four lucky accompany you for a memorable day in three stages. On Friday, famed actress Sarah Jessica Parker will take four lucky participants for a tour around the Big Apple by foot.

Girl, 11, 'consented' to sex with man

September 28, 2017

The trial, which was to be held Tuesday, was postponed until February 13 to consider a procedural issue. The defendant was aggressive with the girl, Diebolt said . " The question of consent or its absence should never arise for minor rape victims ", the Voice of the Child organisation stated. France's High Council for Equality Between Women and Men has called for a statutory threshold.

Israeli soldiers killed in Golan training accident

September 28, 2017

The soldiers, from the 411th artillery battalion, were riding in a mobilized artillery unit when at some point the vehicle capsized, killing an officer and an NCO, and wounding four others, two of them seriously. Chief of Ground Force Major-General Kobi Barak has appointed an inquiry to probe the fatal accident, headed by Brigadier-General Mordechai Kahane. "This was a very serious and painful incident", IDF Spokesperson Brig.

Sieving Sells 30485 Shares of NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) Stock

September 28, 2017

About 854,881 shares traded. Currently, the 14-day ADX for NextEra Energy Inc (NEE) is sitting at 19.92. It has underperformed by 1.24% the S&P500. Cls Invests Ltd stated it has 266 shares or 0% of all its holdings. Loomis Sayles Com L P owns 29,903 shares. In other news, insider Armando Pimentel, Jr.

France's Macron Seeks EU Joint Armed Forces

September 28, 2017

Along with Brexit and the German elections, Macron's proposals are likely to top the agenda at a two-day summit of all 28 European Union members in Estonia from Thursday. German Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel, a senior member of the Social Democrats (SPD), hailed Macron's speech "a passionate plea against nationalism and for Europe".

Masked gunman kills woman, wounds several others at Nashville church

September 28, 2017

It was held in the church building next door to the Burnette Chapel Church of Christ, during its regular service time on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. A woman was shot and killed in the parking lot before he allegedly went inside and continued firing numerous shots.

PM Prayut says fugitive Yingluck is in Dubai

September 28, 2017

Prayut said the Foreign Ministry had reported to him about Yingluck's whereabouts. Yingluck, who was active on social media, has not commented publicly since disappearing from public view last month. Meanwhile, national police chief Pol. Gen. Chakthip Chaijinda said that his officers will commence the process to bring Yingluck to justice after the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Political Office Holders handed down a five-year sentence on Wednesday to the former prime-minister.

Father killed while walking with teenage son in Bronx

September 28, 2017

Police say they found 39-year-old Pedro Sanchez Almonte, of the Bronx, unconscious with a gunshot wound to the head. Police said the victim's son had been feuding with gang members in recent months and may be a member of a rival gang. "[Almonte's] son was crying, saying 'Wake up!" A video provided by neighbors appeared to show Almonte lying on the pavement near a white minivan with its door open.

Suspect in hazing death of law student can't be released yet

September 28, 2017

In a 5-page resolution dated September 26, DOJ prosecutors ordered a deeper probe into the case of Castillo and said Solano should be released since he surrendered . Esmaquel questioned the manner of inquest proceedings stressing that Solano "voluntarily surrendered and in fact, it was the police who preferred the affidavit of voluntary surrender" and that Solano should not be subjected to such proceeding.

'Political terrorism': Venezuela slams U.S. travel ban as new act of aggression

September 28, 2017

Venezuela has been rocked by months of economic chaos and deadly protests as Maduro tries to consolidate control, including through a new Constituent Assembly that has wrested power from the opposition-dominated legislature. In its statement Monday, Venezuela's foreign ministry said it condemns terrorism in all its forms. Venezuela's top diplomat accused U.S. President Donald Trump Monday of acting like "the world's emperor", batting back Trump's biting rebukes of Venezuela on the global ...

Iranian museums, historical sites to offer free entry on September 27

September 28, 2017

The World Tourism Organisation is encouraging people and organisations all over the world to share their WTD event on their website and to celebrate with them. Furthermore, the president said that our federal and provincial governments are taking effective measures for the development of tourist sites and promotion of tourism.

Malaysians banned from going to North Korea

September 28, 2017

Malaysia was among the few countries that were friendly with North Korea until February this year when the communist country's government accused Putrajaya of colluding with its enemies in investigating the death of Kim Jong-nam. The Foreign ministry said the travel band would be reviewed once the situation has returned to normal. On Sept 20, FAM president Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim announced in a statement that he had been given special permission from North Korea to travel direct to ...

North Korea says Oct 4 joint declaration clarifies ways to build trust

September 28, 2017

South Korean lawmaker Lee Cheol-uoo, briefed by the country's spy agency, said North Korea was bolstering its defenses by moving aircraft to its east coast and taking other measures after the flight by USA bombers. "'It is high time to avenge the Korean nation upon the mentally deranged dotard by beheading him'". "However, last weekend, Trump claimed our leadership would not be around much longer", Ri said.

Most millennials disapprove of Trump

September 28, 2017

Nearly the same amount, 42 percent, said they need to regroup and do better. Another 37 percent said they plan to vote for the Democrat, and only 21 percent said they plan to vote for the Republican. Sixty-four percent said that they disapprove of Trump while 21 percent approve and 15 percent have no opinion. Their education level also varies: Thirty-nine percent don't have college degrees, 38 percent have some college, and 23 percent have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Investor Toolbox: A Look at ERP5 For Cheniere Energy, Inc. (AMEX:LNG)

September 28, 2017

Cheniere Energy, Inc (Cheniere) is an energy company primarily engaged in liquefied natural gas ( LNG )-related businesses. Steadfast Capital Management LP now owns 2,741,466 shares of the energy company's stock valued at $133,537,000 after purchasing an additional 839,724 shares in the last quarter.

Piedmont Office Realty Trust Inc

September 28, 2017

Wells Fargo & Company MN now owns 498,498 shares of the real estate investment trust's stock worth $10,657,000 after acquiring an additional 4,905 shares during the last quarter. During the same quarter past year, the firm earned $0.40 EPS. This translates into $61.12M profit for PDM giving the stock a 12.07 P/E. A month ago, analyst EPS consensus estimated earnings of US$0.11 per share.

UA guard Rawle Alkins has successful surgery following broken foot

September 28, 2017

Jeff Borzello of ESPN received the announcement from the Wildcats. As a freshman, Alkins averaged 10.9 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 46 percent overall and 37 percent from three-point range. Freshman Brandon Randolph , who scored 21 points in his debut this summer with Arizona during its trip to Spain, is he favorite to likely step into Alkins' role in the interim.

'Alternative Nobel Prize' awarded to four global activists

September 28, 2017

USA attorney Robert Bilott received an honorary mention. The four were selected from a pool of 102 nominations from 51 different countries. Ismayilova, Nigussie, and Gonsalves are to share the cash prize worth 3 million Swedish kronor ($374,000).

Winless 'Noles look to bounce back at 4-0 Wake Forest

September 28, 2017

After opening the season ranked third, a loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide dropped them outside of the top 10. Since winning 33 of 34 games from 2013 to 2015, Florida State is 14-8 in its last 22 - with two of those wins against Football Championship Subdivision schools - and 7-6 in Atlantic Coast Conference games.

Drone Attacks 'Coming Here Imminently — FBI Director

September 28, 2017

Sen. Claire McCaskill , D-Missouri, noted that inside the United States there have been almost three times as many domestic terrorist attacks carried out by white supremacists and anti-government activists than by people inspired or otherwise tied to global terrorist groups.

Donald Trump proposes biggest tax overhaul in decades

September 28, 2017

It doubles the standard deduction and increases the child tax credit . That will flesh out the framework released Wednesday, filling in the proposed tax break changes. Simplify the tax code: We will simplify tax filing so Americans can file their returns on a single sheet of paper . "Without knowing exactly what the plan is for those other itemized deductions , it's very hard to say whether people are better off or not", Gleckman said.

Action Your Name Film In the Works From JJ Abrams, Arrival Writer

September 28, 2017

Hollywood doesn't have the best track record for making brilliant anime films into live action, but Your Name is such a attractive, universal story, it could be something special. "Just like in the film it feels like a dream", said Kawamura. According to the announcement, Abrams will be joined by an all-star team for the film.

One person dead in shooting at Fairfax Co. office building

September 28, 2017

One person has been confirmed dead in Fairfax County, Virginia after a shooter opened fired inside an office building according to local police. Police said that they do not believe there is an ongoing threat. Roessler couldn't confirm whether or not the shooter meant to fire upon a specific person, had any specific motive or if the law office buzzed him in or was open for public entry.

'Rent' Live Musical on Fox Gets a January 2019 Premiere

September 28, 2017

As previously reported , the network will broadcast A Christmas Story on December 17. Loosely based on Puccini's " La Bohème ", " Rent " follows a group of struggling artists living in New York City. The Pulitzer Prize-winning musical from the late writer/composer Jonathan Larson celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. A film version was made in 2005 starring numerous original cast members, including Idina Menzel , Anthony Rapp and Adam Pascal.

Unusual Activity Spotted in Centaurus Diamond Technologies Inc (CTDT)

September 28, 2017

The medical research company reported $1.55 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $1.42 by $0.13. The company has market cap of $12.86 billion. Jefferies upgraded the shares of ABBV in report on Monday, December 7 to "Buy" rating. Mizuho maintained Quest Diagnostics Inc (NYSE: DGX ) rating on Friday, October 21.

Residents Flee as Bali Volcano Rumbles

September 28, 2017

In the provincial capital of Denpasar, meanwhile, 2,539 evacuees are being sheltered in 27 locations. Agency spokesman Sutopo Purwo Nguroho said the chances of an eruption are "quite big", although experts can't predict when with certainty.

Maria downgraded to tropical storm, moving 'slowly northward'

September 28, 2017

The National Hurricane Center said Maria, a Category 2 hurricane with sustained winds of 105 miles per hour, will continue to track northward parallel to the coast before making a turn away from land and to the east. A tropical storm warning is in effect and the National Hurricane Center says a storm surge of up to 4 feet (1 meter) is possible. While the past month has been devastating, the 2017 season doesn't end until November 30 and warm ocean temperatures suggest there are still more ...

CMPD IDs student accused of bringing gun to Harding University HS

September 28, 2017

That student was charged with unlawful possession of a weapon and disorderly conduct. Today, school administrators were alerted about the possibility of a weapon on campus. On Sept. 8, a loaded handgun was found at Broadneck High School. Before those incidents, the last time a county student brought a gun to school was in 2013, when an unloaded shotgun and ammo were found inside a student's vehicle on Southern High School property, Mosier said.

Mexican Officials Draw Up Census of Damage Following Earthquakes

September 28, 2017

A members of a City youth organization sweeps the front area of a building that collapsed in the last week 7.1 quake at the Condesa neighborhood of Mexico City, Wednesday, Sept. Pena Nieto stressed that damage assessments were continuing, especially in hard-hit Mexico City. Luis Felipe Puente, coordinator of Mexico's Civil Protection department, also told Reuters that the government has instructed prosecutors to investigate newly constructed buildings that collapsed in the quake for code ...

Trump Says 'Shipping Industry' Doesn't Want Shipping Waiver For Puerto Rico

September 28, 2017

Reports indicate that the hurricane destroyed the vast majority of transmission lines, power lines, and other critical aspects of Puerto Rico's electric grid. "Puerto Ricans are American citizens, and today Puerto Rico needs our help", Lopez said. In typical Trump fashion, his first move was to slap his name on the property, renaming it Trump International Golf Club Puerto Rico.

Trump says United States 'totally prepared' for military option in North Korea

September 28, 2017

Trump added North Korea to the list of countries in the new travel ban order announced on Sunday. The US imposed sanctions on eight North Korean banks and 26 executives on Tuesday (Sep 26), ratcheting up pressure on the country amid increasingly bellicose exchanges with Pyongyang over its nuclear programme.

Disgraced wellness blogger Belle Gibson fined $410000 after lying to consumers

September 28, 2017

Confirming receipt of your email. The judge had ruled in March that Belle Gibson's deceptive claims of donating the proceeds from the sales of " The Whole Pantry " and a related app constituted unconscionable conduct under Australian consumer law.

Louisiana woman killed by ex-husband in brutal ax attack, police say

September 28, 2017

He turned himself into the St. Bernard Sheriff's Office not long after police launched a manhunt for him, the newspaper reports. "He may have been hiding - that hasn't been confirmed yet - and attacked her, surprised her". Paramedics attempted to treat her, but she was pronounced dead at the scene, Pohlmann said. He and his ex-wife have one son together and have reportedly been involved in an ongoing dispute.

'Cannibal Couple' Accused of Killing, Eating Up to 30 People

September 28, 2017

The gruesome case in the southern Krasnodar region has led to the arrest of a 35-year-old man and his wife, both of whom are alleged to have murdered as many as 30 people since 1999 and consumed parts of the bodies, Russian media reported .

Defiende Venezuela convicción de su pueblo a luchar por su soberanía

September 28, 2017

Venezuela rechazó este lunes en la sede de Naciones Unidas las críticas y sanciones que recibió del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump , calificando a su gobierno como una "dictadura" extremista y supremacista. Además, consideró hostil que el mayor contaminante del mundo, Estados Unidos , se retire del acuerdo de París. A su vez, diferentes países expresaron preocupación por lo que ven como un deterioro o quiebre democrático en Venezuela, después que el gobierno de Maduro ...

After Nawaz Sharif ouster, Pakistan finance minister indicted in corruption case

September 28, 2017

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday criticized the country's judiciary for rejecting his appeal over his disqualification from office and vowed again to fight a legal battle to clear his name. About the Panama Papers case, Mr Sharif said he was disqualified on Iqama (work permit) as the court did not find any corruption evidence against him in Panamagate.

Rockland officials step up to help victims in Puerto Rico

September 28, 2017

The state will collect goods for Puerto Rico from 7 a.m.to 6 p.m. next Tuesday and Wednesday on the State House lawn. "It's the most giving, loving area I have been to and I know that they will come out and support us", said Morales. "We are resilient people". We'll never drop back, we'll never go back. Coalition leaders hope the nascent effort will become a growing list of state officials, legislators, businesses, faith-based leaders and charities who can assist Puerto Rico in the hard ...

People injured in rockfall at El Capitan in Yosemite

September 28, 2017

It is the same area where the Horsetail Fall flows in winter and spring. The post on SuperTopo described the rockfall as a sheet of rock about 100 square feet from the "Waterfall Route". They did not know how many climbers were on or near the route. Authorities said there would be no more information released on Wednesday, but that additional information would be made available Thursday morning to update the incident with additional details.

Trump vows another healthcare vote next year, eyes executive order

September 28, 2017

Trump said that one of the votes they needed was of a senator who was in the hospital, who he confirmed to be Senator Thad Cochran of Mississippi. "He can't vote because he's in the hospital", Trump continued. Repealing and replacing ObamaCare, which Trump and other Republicans have repeatedly called a "disaster", was one of the president's main campaign promises.

New Castle native's social media posts prompt Army investigation

September 28, 2017

Rapone also boasts his communist views in his twitter bio, referring to himself as a "commie" and member of the Democratic Socialists of America Veterans Working Group. "At the time, he was an outstanding, well-rounded student who came from a good family". Altmire went on to express his disappointment. But it appears Rapone may have a bigger problem that prohibitions against speech in uniform.

North Korea and the United States: who said what?

September 28, 2017

The official was not authorized to comment publicly on the issue and requested anonymity. Cabinet officials, particularly Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, have insisted the USA -led campaign diplomatic and economic pressure on North Korea is focused on eliminating the pariah state's nuclear weapons program, not its totalitarian government.

May geht in Florenz in die Offensive

September 28, 2017

Man habe im Königreich die EU nie als "integralen Teil der eigenen Geschichte" begriffen. Mit Blick auf die künftige Beziehung warb May für kreative Lösungen abseits bestehender Modelle, ohne allerdings konkret zu werden. "(.) Um die EU zu verlassen, braucht es viel mehr als nur einen Slogan". Das ist London zu viel an Partnerschaft. Am liebsten, das hörte man deutlich heraus, würde sie am liebsten alles beim Alten lassen und die Vorteile der EU genießen.

German election result could spell trouble for Merkel-Macron deal on Europe

September 28, 2017

Looking back at the EU's founding, Macron recalled how the continent rose from the ashes of two world wars. "Let's not be afraid to say it, to desire it", he said. "Some had said I should wait for the coalition talks to be concluded", Macron said, adding had he done so, the reaction in Berlin would have been: "Your proposals are great but it's too late, the coalition deal already lays out what will we do on Europe for the next four years".

Report finds almost half of all abortions worldwide are unsafe

September 28, 2017

Bela Ganatra, one of the report's authors. "As long as we keep it invisible, we're not going to be able to find solutions". The majority of unsafe abortions took place in developing nations. Megan Thielking / STAT Source:Global, regional, and subregional classification of abortions by safety, 2010-14. Around 88 percent of abortions occur in developing countries, where contraception is often lacking, said Dr.

Evacuations Underway On NC's Outer Banks

September 28, 2017

This high pressure to the east of Lee will steer it northeast. For updates on Hurricane Maria and more on your local forecast, stay tuned to Weather on the 1s on Spectrum News. It's been wobbling between tropical storm and hurricane strength, but late Wednesday morning, Maria was re-classified as a Cat1 hurricane. Today will be mostly to partly sunny and hot.

Amalgamated Bank Raises Position in Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co (GT)

September 28, 2017

Next quarter's EPS is forecasted to be $1.12 and the next full year EPS is anticipated to be $4.08. The First Trust Advisors Lp holds 46,978 shares with $1.70M value, down from 66,238 last quarter. The total dollar value of all 250.91 million outstanding shares is 8.29 billion. TRADEMARK VIOLATION NOTICE: "Amalgamated Bank Raises Position in Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co (GT)" was originally reported by Week Herald and is the property of of Week Herald.

South Korea urges Trump to calm tensions with North Korea

September 28, 2017

Trump praised Spain's decision to expel a North Korean ambassador and to stand with the United States. White House spokesman Sarah Sanders denied on Monday that the United States had declared war, calling the suggestion "absurd". "He's saying things that should never, ever be said", Trump said. According to a report in Milliyet, Givens, who has worked for four years in South Korea, also stressed that this count does not add to possibility of using nuclear weapons.

China's biggest North Korea taboo: Discussing life after Kim Jong Un

September 28, 2017

The 90-second video released on the DPRK Today news site one day after USA jets flew over waters east of North Korea, began with images mocking Trump before flashing to a submarine-launched missile striking the USS Carl Vinson, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Majority says Trump not 'fit to serve as president'

September 28, 2017

Americans were deeply divided by party, gender and race on whether Trump is fit to serve as president, the Quinnipiac University pollsters said. Those most likely to disapprove of the kneeling include majorities of men (60 percent), independents (62 percent), whites (63 percent), veterans (65 percent), Republicans (86 percent), and Trump voters (90 percent).

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