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Scotland's weather: Heavy rain and gales forecast for Sunday

October 01, 2017

Hurricane force winds begin at 74 miles per hour. It is expected to gradually weaken while maintaining tropical storm strength through the next three days, at which point the hurricane center believes that it will fall apart and be absorbed by another weather pattern.

Trump races to catch up as Puerto Rico crisis escalates

October 01, 2017

A line outside Banco Popular in Humacao, Puerto Rico , Sept. 29, . Donald Trump has lashed out at Puerto Rico politicians over their criticism of U.S. Cruz, who has been living in a shelter after her home was destroyed in the hurricane, said municipal employees were working as hard as they could. "The mayor of San Juan, who was very complimentary only a few days ago, has now been told by the Democrats that you must be nasty to Trump", Trump tweeted.

Brokerages Set Republic Services, Inc. (RSG) Target Price at $74.00

October 01, 2017

In the last quarter, insiders sold 43,187 shares of company stock valued at $2,854,922. Tiedemann Wealth Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of Republic Services in the first quarter worth $205,000. This represents a $1.38 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.09%. Republic Services's dividend payout ratio (DPR) is now 65.64%. Donald W.

Won't allow bullet train: Raj

October 01, 2017

Attacking the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), he called Modi a "liar" who changed all his statements before and after the 2014 Lok Sabha elections. He also said the Railways Minister should take pledge for rail safety and not for bullet train. He claimed he did not visit the stampede spot or the hospital yesterday as "politicians are there at such spots only for television cameras".

Shooting by officer near Topeka, Kansas, park investigated

October 01, 2017

Lawrence is about 20 miles (32 kilometers) east of Topeka. Topeka police said that White he struggled with officers responding to a reported disturbance near a park, tried to flee and reached for a pocket containing a handgun. Monroe, 51, of Elm Street in New Haven was arrested upon his release from Yale-New Haven Hospital and charged with first-degree assault, they said.

Aberdeen Asset Management UK Grows Holdings in Xcel Energy

October 01, 2017

Several other hedge funds have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Can boosted its stake in shares of Xcel Energy by 1.9% in the third quarter. Taking a look back at some historical performance numbers for Barclays PLC (BCS ), we can see that the stock moved 0.10% for the last five trades. About 997,400 shares traded.

Tillerson: US 'probing' to see if North Korea interested in dialogue

October 01, 2017

Russian Federation and China have previously said they both support a "suspension-for-suspension" approach to reign in North Korea's missile and nuclear weapons program. North Korea has conducted a series of ballistic missile launches this year, including two launches over Japan in recent weeks, in defiance of worldwide pressure.

Retired Assam soldier asked to prove that he is Indian

October 01, 2017

The notice, which has put him in the "doubtful-voter" category, has asked him to prove that he is an Indian citizen by appearing in the local tribunal and furnishing relevant documents. National Register of Citizens, 1951 is a register prepared after the conduct of the Census of 1951 in respect of each village, showing the houses or holdings in a serial order and indicating against each house or holding the number and names of persons staying therein.

Troubled Monarch airline given 24-hour extension to sell holidays in UK

October 01, 2017

It follows a report by Sky's City Editor Mark Kleinman that Monarch's future was hanging by a thread as the company held emergency talks with regulators. On Thursday Monarch, which is grappling with competition from low-priced rivals, said it was talking to potential partners after a report that parts of its short-haul network would be sold.

Police searching for thugs who pummeled Bronx man to death

October 01, 2017

Rescuers first thought he had suffered a heart attack, but soon realized he had a massive head injury, police sources said. A woman, who police described as being highly intoxicated, was taken into custody at the scene and was being questioned by cops, police said.

How Myanmar expelled the majority of its Rohingya

October 01, 2017

More than a hundred Rohingya drowned trying to cross the Naf river that divides Myanmar and Bangladesh as they fled burning villages, reportedly set alight by soldiers and Buddhist groups. Australia is providing humanitarian support to Bangladesh and working with Indonesia in the humanitarian response. An ethnic minority in Myanmar, the Rohingya people have a long history of persecution, though in recent months their plight has become more dire, with human rights groups saying it verges on ...

Trump's tax plan could disrupt NY's taxation system

October 01, 2017

Australia's two most powerful business lobby groups also backed a move to slash corporate tax rates. For those wealthy taxpayers, their after-tax incomes would increase 8.5 percent next year. Fundamentally, Congress doesn't want to offer a tax benefit and then pull it away from those who acted in reliance on the benefit, he added. But he said there are problems that come with the plan.

Mayor lashes out at Donald Trump over Puerto Rico response

October 01, 2017

Still, they reiterated their pride in the government's response, emphasizing their efforts to work together and with the teams on the ground. He added that he also hopes to stop in the U.S. "All appropriate departments of our government, from Homeland Security to Defence, are engaged fully in the disaster and the response and recovery effort", Trump said before delivering a speech in Washington to the National Association of Manufacturers.

Bright Horizons Family Solution (NYSE:BFAM) Sees Significantly Lower Trading Volume

October 01, 2017

Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc.is a well-known provider of child care, early education and other services. Bright Horizons Family Solutions comprises 1.8% of Oak Ridge Investments LLC's portfolio, making the stock its 14th largest position.

More provocative acts by North Korea expected

October 01, 2017

The UN has passed multiple rounds of sanctions created to cripple the North Korean economy and persuade it to remove its nuclear programme. But he also said the South should strengthen its alliance with Washington . With North Korea's defeat - but at what cost?,' Givens said. And the North's leader Kim Jong Un has been trading increasingly bellicose threats with Mr Trump.

Trump slams Puerto Rico leadership over hurricane response

October 01, 2017

And you are killing us with the inefficiency. His tweets come after people on the island have said help is scarce and disorganised and food supplies are dwindling in some remote towns. Remember that just yesterday, Trump had to defend himself from criticism he was distracted from Puerto Rico by his National Football League fight.

Trump calls tax-reform plan 'rocket fuel' for USA economy

October 01, 2017

But it faces an uphill battle in the U.S. Congress with Trump's own Republican Party divided over it and Democrats hostile. The analysis also found not only that the rich would massively benefit from Trump's proposals , but also that many middle class and low-income families would end up paying more in taxes.

Police In New Hampshire Involved In Fatal Gas Station Shooting

October 01, 2017

The officer received confirmation of an outstanding warrant for Mr. Mazzitelli. The Attorney General's Office expects to release more information Saturday night. A formal interview with the officer is expected to take place early this week. The gas station remains closed, with police cars blocking off the entrances to the parking lot.

Chinese Manufacturing PMI Reaches Five-Year High, Official Data Shows

October 01, 2017

The PMI stood at 52.4 this month, up from 51.7 in August and reaching the highest level since May 2012, according to data?released by the National Bureau of Statistics. As a major part of the non-manufacturing sector, the service industry's business activity index rose from 52.6 in August to 54.4 this month. The September reading was the highest level since May 2014, when it was 55.5.

Jones, Moore start next phase of US Senate race

October 01, 2017

The Breitbart executive told a crowd the night before the vote: "We did not come here to defy Donald Trump ". And I'm very happy with that. "I'm looking forward to working with him". Supreme Court's decision legalizing same-sex marriage. The president also deleted a tweet congratulating Moore and urging him to "win in November".

Pence defends Puerto Rico response

October 01, 2017

After deleting his initial tweet fusillade, Mr Trump returned to the subject by again criticising Ms Cruz and deriding "fake news". Trump added, prompting Kim Kardashian to reply. Numerous others have been scathing in their criticism, pointing out that the "workers" Trump addressed are US citizens who are struggling to rebuild after a crisis with limited food, water and electricity supplies.

Duke Realty Corp (DRE) Shares Sold by Murphy Capital Management Inc

October 01, 2017

It closed at $28.61 lastly. It is down 15.69% since September 26, 2016 and is downtrending. It has underperformed by 5.24% the S&P500. The Virginia Retirement Systems Et Al holds 304,370 shares with $8.51 million value, down from 425,270 last quarter.

Manchester United and Liverpool fans threatened with PRISON ahead of Moscow games

October 01, 2017

According to the press service of the Moscow Department of Regional Security and Anti-Corruption, relayed by R-Sport , 5500 police officers and volunteers will provide security during both sets of Champions League games. The Russian authorities are under scrutiny to deal with hooliganism in the country before next summer's World Cup but, as Markin has made clear, their focus is not only internal.

'North Korea may attack Australia to divide USA allies'

October 01, 2017

Although the threats are colourful - on both sides - experts say they are in keeping with North Korea's history of bluster and do not signal a significant change in North Korea's thinking. Last weekend, USA bombers and fighter escorts flew in worldwide airspace east of North Korea to the farthest point north of the border between North and South Korea that they have in this century, according to the Pentagon.

Hurricane Maria lashes Turks and Caicos

October 01, 2017

Torrential downpours from the storm sent several rivers to record levels. Earlier news media reports had the death toll on the island as high as 15. Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rossello, after surveying damage to the cracked dam, reiterated his request on Saturday that people leave the area as soon as possible.

Louisiana sends emergency response teams to Puerto Rico

October 01, 2017

U.S. Transportation Command lifted a replacement generator for San Juan Combined Center/Radar Approach. "Representatives from (the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency), Housing and Community Development, Health and Human Services, Education and several other state and local agencies are convening to start preparations to support those who seek assistance in Massachusetts", the governor's office said.

Cowboys Blast Texas State, 45-10

October 01, 2017

After the week off, this year's Cowboys hit the ground running with five consecutive games against Mountain Division foes. Saturday's game won't affect Wyoming's goal of winning a Mountain West championship concretely. By the end of the afternoon, Wyoming was able to field its second-string offense and defense as rain chased away what remained of 21,784 fans at War Memorial Stadium.

Tony Popovic quits Wanderers on A-League eve, reports

October 01, 2017

The news broke on Sunday morning - barely 24 hours after Popovic attended the club's family day and posed for photos. The departure will come as a surprise, although the former Crystal Palace assistant has previously turned down offers from overseas before, including a reported bid from China.

India, China must look for a new chapter: Chinese envoy

October 01, 2017

While speaking on the 68th anniversary, Zhaohui said, "In our bilateral engagement, there have been thousands of prominent persons like Prof Xu Fancheng, (Buddhist monk) Bodhidharma, Faxian (a Chinese Buddhist monk who travelled to India in the 3rd century) and Rabindranath Tagore".

Kansas State Baylor Post Game Report

October 01, 2017

The ball rolled all the way back to the 14-yard-line, where it was recovered by defensive end Kyle Ball. Sophomore Zach Smith (46-of-84, 742 yards, seven TDs, four interceptions) has registered at least 200 yards passing and two TDs in each of his six career starts, including last season's loss to Kansas State.

Trump Hurricane Flack Gets Torched by San Juan Mayor

October 01, 2017

Trump also says the mayor was "very complimentary only a few days ago", but "has now been told by the Democrats that you must be nasty to Trump". He responded to the mayor's criticisms by citing her "poor leadership ability", and also took aim at other officials in the United States territory who he said had not been able to "get their workers to help".

Military response to North Korea 'worst possible option', says United Kingdom diplomat

October 01, 2017

It "will not be surgical or short", the think tank said, and there would be "scenes of carnage". South Korea's "three axis" weapons program touted during Armed Forces Day ceremony at 2nd Fleet Command " It's only when we regain wartime operational control of our military that North Korea will fear us more and the South Korean public will trust the military more.

Lin-Manuel Miranda to Donald Trump: 'You're Going Straight to Hell'

October 01, 2017

Maria knocked out electricity to the entire island, and only a handful of Puerto Rico's 63 hospitals had generators operating at full power. After going days without mentioning the hurricane-devastated island after the storm, officials have held numerous press conferences describing their relief efforts and Mr Trump has mentioned Puerto Rico at almost every public event.

Marshall: NFL teams can show support by hiring Kaepernick

October 01, 2017

If they want to protest, let them protest but do not do so in showing disrespect to those of us who gave them that right. If any of these athletes have a coherent explanation for what they are doing, I have yet to hear it. Most Americans, however, disapprove of Trump saying that protesting players should be fired, per Fluent data. Is Mr. President right in saying this? It's should be noted that there are indications a verse of the poem , a section of which later became the official ...

Advisor Group Inc. Acquires 2817 Shares of Rockwell Collins, Inc. (COL)

October 01, 2017

Oracle Corp now has $200.97B valuation. California Pub Employees Retirement System holds 0.07% or 388,812 shares. It is down 14.08% since September 28, 2016 and is uptrending. (NYSE:COL) on Monday, May 1. Shares saw a steep increase in trading volume of 496.70% over the normal average daily volume. Among 22 analysts covering Rockwell Collins (NYSE:COL), 6 have Buy rating, 1 Sell and 15 Hold.

Trump appears to delete tweets backing unusual after primary loss

October 01, 2017

Newtown, Connecticut? All across our country with killing, stealing, committing adultery? Moore, who beat out the more mainstream candidate endorsed by Mitch McConnell and President Trump, became a national figure in 2016 when he was suspended as the Alabama Chief Justice for violating judicial ethics by telling judges to ignore the Supreme Court's landmark decision allowing gay marriage.

Video Shows Fired Las Vegas Officer Slamming Woman Onto Car Hood

October 01, 2017

Richard Scavone was a Las Vegas police officer who was relieved of duty then fired over allegations that he had a violent confrontation with a woman suspected of prostitution. Authorities say a person is dead after a police shooting during a call about an attempted suicide behind a shopping center near a Las Vegas freeway.

Gophers lose at home to Maryland

October 01, 2017

It set up Shannon Brooks' touchdown run on the next play to tie the score 24-24 with 3:54 remaining. Maryland has a 2-1 record in the early going, but will have to rely on a third-string quarterback to solve Minnesota's tough defense. Minnesota was threatening for more when Maryland defensive back Josh Woods intercepted Rhoda's pass at the Terrapins' 8-yard line with 9:50 left in second quarter.

Davis leads Utah State over BYU 40-24

October 01, 2017

He had a 32-yard strike for a score to open the scoring, but he also had a pick-six go the other way a few minutes later to make it 7-7. Hoge left the game late in the second quarter with an injury and did not return, leaving BYU to play third-string quarterback Koy Detmer Jr.

Hamilton: F1 losing toughest grand prix

October 01, 2017

Hamilton, who leads this year's drivers' championship by 28 points, had a forgettable race in Malaysia last year, suffering engine failure when leading from pole position. "Every start is different". I don't see why you look at things so negatively. I think your time and your energy is much better spent looking forward.

Faujis, agriculturist, politicians: Meet the governors, Lt governor appointed today

October 01, 2017

President Ram Nath Kovind has appointed 5 new Governors for the states of Tamil Nadu, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Assam and Meghalaya. And the new governors will take effect from the dates of incumbent governor assume charge of their respective offices.

United Nations agrees global experts to probe Yemen war crimes

October 01, 2017

The United Nations Human Rights Council has agreed to initiate an independent investigation into human rights violations in Yemen, after a compromise was worked out between a group of European countries and Saudi Arabia, who has previously opposed and blocked such an investigation from occurring.

Obama joins Prince Harry at Invictus Games

October 01, 2017

Harry was joined by former U.S. president Barack Obama , who sat on his right, as Hayley nestled on the left of the prince for the United States of America versus France in the Wheelchair Basketball. That said, they were in different sections, with Prince Harry sitting alongside Melania Trump and Justin Trudeau, and Markle reportedly sitting one section over.

San Juan Mayor To Trump Admin

October 01, 2017

Rossello has called the widespread heavy damage to Puerto Rico's homes, roads and infrastructure unprecedented, though he has praised the US government's relief efforts. "The full weight of the United States government is engaged to ensure that food, water, healthcare and other life-saving resources are making it to the people in need", Sanders told reporters.

USA lead Internationals after Presidents Cup opening day

October 01, 2017

It's been one of those weeks for Steve Stricker's squad. Jordan Spieth's best intentions cost him a hole in a ruling rarely seen in match play, though that didn't matter in another point. A Fowler birdie on the third hole gave the Americans a lead that they never relinquished in their 3-and-2 victory. "Stricker's toughest decision was deciding which four players to leave out on Saturday morning with their depth such that Charley Hoffman and Kevin Chappell were benched, despite their ...

MI football suspends Nate Johnson from "all team activities"

October 01, 2017

MI announces Nate Johnson has been suspended indefinitely from all team activities. The Wolverines return to action next Saturday against Michigan State in Ann Arbor.

Boris Johnson's 4000 word Brexit gamble pays off… with Tory members

October 01, 2017

They are planning to use the party's week in Manchester to put pressure on the prime minister over Brexit, with high profile backbencher Jacob Rees-Mogg due to speak on the issue at a Leave Means Leave fringe meeting. 'With a snap election, of course you have to do a little more from the centre, in relation to the selection of candidates. The five largest gains in Tory vote share in the United Kingdom were all in Scotland, with the biggest, of 29 percentage points, unseating former SNP ...

Trump slams mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico over hurricane relief effort

October 01, 2017

Trump's acting homeland security secretary, Elaine Duke , visited the island Friday, surveying the ravaged landscape by helicopter in an hourlong tour, driving past still-flooded streets, twisted billboards and roofs with gaping holes, and offering encouragement to some of the 10,000 emergency personnel she saidss the USA government has on the ground.

Neo-Nazis, anti-fascists clash in Sweden

October 01, 2017

Swedish police arrested more than 20 people Saturday as they tried to keep neo-Nazis and anti-fascists from clashing in Sweden's second largest city. Among those arrested was one person accused of kicking a policeman in the face and two others who were detained for carrying knives. Police offered to shuttle NMR members away in buses after they were circled by riot police, preventing them from completing their march.

Texas gives Houston $50 mln for Hurricane Harvey costs

October 01, 2017

Abbott handed Turner a $50 million check on Friday at City Hall, coming out of his office's disaster relief fund, and vowed to continue working with Turner. "We have budget flexibility to make sure all our needs will be addressed", Abbott said. Sitting beside Turner at a news conference in Houston on Friday, Abbott said they were on the same team.

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