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Joe Biden, Lady Gaga Support Sexual Assault Survivors In New PSA

October 27, 2017

Biden called the pop star a "great friend" and "a voice for people who have been forgotten, the people who have been abused". The two are no strangers to standing up for what they believe in, especially when it comes to sexual assault. "There will be someone to listen, because you know what, it's on us", she said . "It's on us", the "Million Reasons" singer said. Speaking out about personal sexual assault attacks, uniting together and for the first time, standing in unity across the ...

SC calls Blue Whale Game Challenge a 'National Problem'

October 27, 2017

After consulting with IIT Madras on removal of Blue Whale links, the Madurai bench of the Madras High Court on September 4 directed the Tamil Nadu Police to take strict action against people sharing the game. The immediate notoriety of the fatal online game and in which the closing assignment challenges the opponent to commit suicide had taken the administration to issue controls to the online firms to exclude its connections.

'Nobody called 911': Bystanders snap selfies & rob knocked-out woman

October 27, 2017

According to KDKA , a witness saw one of the bystanders lay beside the unconscious woman and take a selfie. Four more young people walk up and do the same. He said: 'She's lying there like somebody just hit a deer, is lying there on the side of the road. She was admitted into the facility where he works.

Brush Fire Burns in Cleveland National Forest

October 27, 2017

PDT October 26, 2017. The fire started about 12:30 p.m. Thursday in the Wildomar Off-Highway Vehicle area in the Cleveland National Forest when a man crashed his motorcycle into a tree, the Los Angeles Times reported. The area involved is west of Grand Avenue, north of Avenida La Cresta, and south of Calle De Lobo in the La Cresta Community. Firefighters hope favorable weather conditions moving in on Friday and into the weekend will assist in the fire's containment, according to National ...

Will Join Hands With Congress For Gujarat Elections, Says Sharad Yadav

October 27, 2017

If the Congress is moving closer to weave an election strategy where it can rope in the three youth leaders of Gujarat in its attempt to defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the ruling BJP is pinning its hopes on three non-BJP, non-Congress parties that are contesting the polls in a bipolar political landscape.

Freed Tatar leaders back in Ukraine, vow to fight for Crimea

October 27, 2017

Ilmi Umerov , deputy head of the Crimean Tatars' semi-official Mejlis legislature, and fellow Tatar leader Ahtem Chiygoz, were released unexpectedly on Wednesday. Two Crimean Tatar activists released from Russian custody this week said on Friday they would travel back to the annexed peninsula and campaign for the freedom of other political prisoners and the return of Crimea to Ukraine.

United to extend Johnstone deal

October 27, 2017

Old Trafford insiders, though, have revealed the club did insert a 12-month renewal clause when the academy graduate signed a new deal past year, feeling it prudent to ring-fence any potential future transfer fee. Johnstone's current deal runs out next summer, which means he'd be free to leave Old Trafford to Villa Park and United would get no transfer fee whatsoever.

Mila Kunis & Kristen Bell's amusing 'Bad Moms' Confessions

October 27, 2017

One could argue that Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher are the best couple in Hollywood. When we had our first baby, we'd go on a walk every night with the baby, just to get out of the house, and he would have her in the baby bjorn, and he would pop an O'Doul's.

FIFA Council Confirms Contributions For FIFA World Cup Participants

October 27, 2017

The council also ratified the bidding rules for the 2026 World Cup and named the members of a bid evaluation task force, with former Croatia and AC Milan star Zvonimir Boban being the most eye-catching appointment. The U-20 World Cup in South Korea was a successful one and then this U-17 World Cup in India has also been a success. In the inaugural U-17 World Cup in China in 1985, 12,30,976 was the overall figure.

Rome's iconic Trevi Fountain runs red after activist dyes it in protest

October 27, 2017

Police escorted the alleged offender away after he was seen to dump the red colouring into the pool, more commonly receptive of tourists throwing coins to, as legend has it, ensure a return visit. Officials in the city are today assessing the fountain for damage. During Cecchini's first red Trevi stunt in 2010, a right-wing group claimed responsibility and said it was to protest the cost of organizing the Rome Film Festival.

September unemployment rate falls

October 27, 2017

Nearby Janesville had the eighth highest rate in the state at 3.4 percent in September, unchanged from August, but down from 4.5 percent in September of 2016. In January, Rhea County recorded a 10.2 percent unemployment rate. Of the 32 largest communities in the state, 27 experienced unemployment rate decreases between August and September, two experienced rate increases and rates remained the same for two communities.

Scattershootin' on Oklahoma Vs. Texas Tech

October 27, 2017

In the win over Kansas State , the Sooners uncharacteristically fell behind 10-21 at the half but a strong second half by the defense and heroics by Mayfield sealed the win. Shimonek has thrown for nearly exactly the same number of yards (2,341) with 18 touchdowns, hitting 195 of 275 attempts (71 percent) with five interceptions.

Where to Celebrate Día de los Muertos Across the City

October 27, 2017

Though the events kicked off last week, Reynaga is already preparing for next year's Day of the Dead and hopes to grow the celebration into an iconic Austin tradition that memorializes the city's large Hispanic population. 28 from 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.in the Downtown City Park in Paso Robes. November 2, 4-7 p.m. A colorful, adult celebration awaits in the alley between Market and Larimer Streets near Larimer Square.

Sushma Swaraj requests WCD minister to probe Sherin Mathews's adoption process

October 27, 2017

The Dallas County Sheriff's Department said he has been placed on suicide watch. Toxicology reports are still pending, she noted, adding that the case is of highest priority for the ME's office. The child began coughing and choking, her breathing slowed and then there was no longer any pulse, he told police. "The child had no problem at all when she was here, neither in drinking milk or eating", Kumari said.

Senior journalist Ahmad Noorani attacked in Islamabad

October 27, 2017

According to the initial report, the criminals attacked Noorani and his driver with knives near Urdu University, leaving him wounded. Ansar Abbasi, who leads the team of investigative reporters at The News , tweeted that Noorani had been "severely beaten" by six attackers and sustained "multiple head injuries".

Sonia Gandhi hospitalised after complaining of stomach pain

October 27, 2017

The 70-year-old Congress president is now under observation. "Mrs Sonia Gandhi has been found to be suffering from upset stomach". According to reports, she was brought to Delhi from Shimla today where she was enjoying her vacation. Himachal Pradesh will go to polls on 9 November and the results will be declared on 18 December. Sonia has been unwell for several years and travels to the U.S.

Israel takes gold in Abu Dhabi Grand Slam, but flag isn't raised

October 27, 2017

Israeli gold-medalist judoka Tal Flicker singing the Israeli national anthem despite local officials' refusal to play it at the Judo Grand Slam in Abu Dhabi , where local judo authorities banned all Israeli symbols, October 26, 2017.

The Nationwide Fund Advisors Reduced the position of Callon Petroleum Co. (CPE)

October 27, 2017

The other 22, though not evenly; between analysts who think you should buy Callon Petroleum Company versus those who think you should sell it. Roth Capital maintained the shares of CPE in report on Thursday, May 25 with "Buy" rating. It has a 20.52 P/E ratio. The Company focuses on the acquisition and development of unconventional oil and natural gas reserves in the Permian Basin.

US carmakers winning with NAFTA

October 27, 2017

Despite progress on some issues, the talks overall seem to have hit an impasse. The talks will resume in November and are expected to continue into 2018. "Our biggest concern is for American workers and customers", said Jennifer Thomas, Vice President of Federal Affairs at the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers.

Venezuelan opposition, political prisoners win European Union human rights award

October 27, 2017

The Venezuelan opposition beat Aura Lolita Ixcaquic, a Guatemalan activist, who fights to protect indigenous people, and Dawit Isaak, a Swedish-Eritrean journalist, who has been arbitrarily imprisoned in Eritrea since 2001. "They are fearless people who, despite being beaten or imprisoned, are not afraid and do not give up, but fight for their freedom and for their dignity,"he said, adding that the award will contribute to restoring freedom, democracy, peace, human rights and rule of law in ...

Japan teen 'forced to dye hair black' for school

October 27, 2017

It is being reported that she says the dye damaged her hair and her scalp. The prefectural government, which runs Kaifukan High School in Habikino, requested the Osaka District Court dismiss the teenager's lawsuit at the first hearing on Friday.

Hamas Security Chief in Gaza Survives Assassination Attempt

October 27, 2017

According to sources close to Hamas, Abu Naim was injured when he opened his vehicle after Friday prayers at a mosque in Nuseirat which led to lightly injuries. No group has claimed responsibility for the bombing. He was named as the chief of security forces in the Gaza Strip in 2015. Hamas has controlled Gaza since 2007 when it ousted forces of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas leaving Palestinians divided.

Trump responds to Calif. billionaire urging impeachment

October 27, 2017

The 60-second spot aired Friday morning on "Fox & Friends". "People in Congress and his own administration know this president is a clear and present danger who is mentally unstable and armed with nuclear weapons", he warns in the ominous ad, adding that Republicans in Congress once impeached Bill Clinton for "far less".

Iraq starts offensive to retake last IS bastion

October 27, 2017

Syrian and Iraqi forces, aided by the air power of a U.S. -led coalition, have evicted Islamic State from more than 95 percent of the territory it held in the two countries, in combat that killed thousands of their fighters, according to U.S.

One Killed In Firing After Violent Protests Against Police In Gujarat's Dahod

October 27, 2017

Enraged over his death, the villagers carried Gamar's dead body in a tempo and reached Jesawada police station demanding the policemen involved in his questioning be booked under murder case. One of the two injured was rushed to Vadodara's SSG Hospital, according to the Times of India , while the other injured person was admitted to a hospital in Dahod.

Women's Ashes moved to Nine's main channel after strong ratings

October 27, 2017

That left Australia needing just four of the remaining 12 points up for grabs in the series to retain the Ashes . It marked Australia's third biggest win over world champions England in 14 years, and gave them a four-point lead over the visitors after winning the opening two matches of the series.

Five in dock on charges over threat to MP

October 27, 2017

Amber Rudd, the home secretary, described National Action as a... National Action was proscribed as a terrorist organization in December 2016 . The threats are understood to relate to the Labour MP. They include Garron Helm, 24, and Matthew Hankinson, 23, both from Merseyside, and Andrew Clarke, 33, and Michael Trubini, 35, both from Warrington. Lythgoe, of Warrington, will appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on Friday, alongside another 22-year-old who can not be named.

Trump Jr. turns Hillary's 70th birthday into a roast

October 27, 2017

Clinton's only tweet on her birthday this year has so far been a call to action regarding health care. Trump responded to Lewis' decision not to attend the event, writing on Twitter that he should focus on "the burning and crime infested inner-cities" rather than boycott his inauguration.

What about marriage? 'Jab hogi, hogi,' Rahul Gandhi tells boxer Vijender Singh

October 27, 2017

He was shocked when boxer Vijendra Singh asked him two questions at an event which were never asked before. Asked to post videos of his sporting activities so that younger people will get inspiration, Rahul smiled and murmured: "I will, if you want".

Coffin torture accused slapped with 11- and 14-year prison terms

October 27, 2017

Oosthuizen and Jackson called Mlotshwa the K-word, while assaulting him, and later forced him into a coffin. Theo Martins Jackson and Willem Oosthuizen were convicted in August on counts of attempted murder‚ assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm and kidnapping.

DOJ Starts to Make Amends for Tea Party Scandal

October 27, 2017

The plaintiffs' lawyer celebrated the victory in a statement to Fox News Thursday, but complained about the IRS' lack of transparency. Republicans erupted in 2013 after the IRS apologized for submitting conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status to intensive scrutiny, in part by zeroing in on groups with words like "Tea Party" or "Patriot" in their names.

DINNER: Saraki, Dogara angered by security checks

October 27, 2017

The meeting came after disagreement over security checks frustrated a planned dinner of a larger number of lawmakers with the President. "The Senate President and the Speaker returned and they just finished dinner with the President".

CPM secy in soup over riding auto owned by smuggling suspect

October 27, 2017

On Wednesday, when the yatra reached Koduvally in Kozhikode, Balakrishnan was taken out on a reception in the Mini Cooper owned by Karat Faisal, an accused in a smuggling case. Balakrishnan had travelled in a BMW Mini Cooper as part of his road show near here this week which, both the Congress-led United Democratic Front and the Bharatiya Janata Party said, belonged to a "smuggler charged by the Department of Revenue Intelligence".

Mersal Vijay's Adhirindi has got no GST scenes in Telugu!

October 27, 2017

In fact they had even demanded that the film be re-censored. The Telugu version, titled Adhirindhi , is now postponed amid talks about the controversial GST speech being censored in the film. Hoping this good news will work in the favour of the film, help issue the certificate. Mersal , directed by Atlee, also features Samantha, Nithya Menon and Kajal Aggarwal.

Former BBC journalist arrested in India

October 27, 2017

The police have reportedly said that Verma was in possession of incriminating CDs of a Chhattisgarh minister. Ghaziabad police have so far not commented on the incident but have arrested the veteran journalist Vinod Verma. Mr Verma, who denies the allegation, has reported extensively from insurgency-affected Chhattisgarh. "We are scrutinising the material to check whether there is any link to sex scandal involving higher-ups", Senior Superintendent of Police H N Singh said as quoted by ...

Father physically abusing, can get killed anytime

October 27, 2017

I am sure I will be killed tomorrow or the day after. She has been living with her father after the Kerala High Court annulled her marriage to Shafin Jahan, 27 in May this year and ordered her to return to live with her parents in Kottayam .

Iraq Launches Offensive on Last ISIS Bastion in Border Region

October 27, 2017

Iraq's government forces began offensive on Thursday against the last stronghold of the Islamic State terror group (outlawed in Russia) in the country. Raqqa, the militants' stronghold in Syria, fell to USA -backed forces last week. Syrian government forces and their allies have made rapid gains against Islamic State in Deir al-Zor in recent weeks.

Russian Federation launches ballistic missiles from submarines, spaceport during strategic drills

October 27, 2017

In early September, Russia test fired two more next-generation nuclear missiles, named Topol, from the Plestek Cosmodrome. Topol-M missile launchers are seen in Red Square in Moscow during the Victory Day parade May 9, 2009. The ministry stated that the Russian Tu-160, Tu-95MS and Tu-22M3 long-range strategic bombers successfully launched cruise missiles at targets placed at test grounds in Russia and in Kazakhstan, thus concluding the military exercise on a successful note.

Wise Vineyards Donates $250000 to Wine Country Fire Recovery Effort

October 27, 2017

You can buy tickets in advance here at the dinner party or at Fleur de Sel. Tickets will be available at the door also. In terms of the impact on this year's harvest the WI added: "Due to heat in late August and early September the majority (90 per cent reported in Napa Valley and Sonoma County , 75 per cent in Mendocino County) of the 2017 harvest was completed prior to the start of the fires".

Life for woman who stabbed sister to death after affair with brother-in-law

October 27, 2017

Sabah Khan, 26, was sentenced to a life term with a minimum of 22 years at the Old Bailey today (26 October) after admitting on 24 October to murdering her older sister Saima. Whatsapp messages between the pair indicate Sabah was bitter about Rehman's affections being "transferred" back to his wife, the prosecutor said. Sabah launched the frenzied and savage attack in the hallway close to the front door.

Senate Passes Resolution To Find Budget Solution

October 27, 2017

Speaker Charles McCall offered to bring a gross production tax bill to the floor later, but the Democrats held firm. A bipartisan group of state senators said Thursday it's time to consider increasing taxes on the oil and gas industry to reach a budget compromise in time to save health care and social service programs.

Western Gas Equity Partners, LP (WGP) Given "Buy" Rating at Scotiabank

October 27, 2017

The corporation has a market cap of US$8.35 Billion. COPYRIGHT VIOLATION WARNING: " Western Gas Equity Partners, LP (NYSE: WGP ) Increases Dividend to $0.54 Per Share" was originally published by TrueBlueTribune and is the property of of TrueBlueTribune.

Arrest made in Grambling State University fatal shootings

October 27, 2017

Bowen Hall, an apartment-style residence hall in Tiger Village for female upperclassmen. The attack at Grambling State University (GSU) left student Earl Andrews and his friend Monquiarious Caldwell, both 23, dead. "I would also like to thank the Grambling State University Police Department, Grambling Police Department, Monroe Police Department, Ruston Police Department, the Louisiana State Police, and numerous other public safety entities for their assistance with this investigation", said ...

Oswaldtwistle Shooting: Boy, 14, Arrested On Suspicion Of Murder In Accrington

October 27, 2017

Paramedics rushed the man, 32, to Royal Blackburn Hospital where he later died. Mr Holt, 32, who is understood to have a young daughter, was hit once in the chest at a house on Barnard Close in Accrington, Lancashire, on Wednesday night. "We have specially trained officers supporting them". Det Insp Pete Danby said: "Firstly my thoughts are with the man's family at this incredibly sad and hard time".

Eliminating state and local tax deductions would sink New Jersey, lawmakers say

October 27, 2017

The House voted to advance a budget that targets the deduction, which saves many in the Philadelphia area thousands of dollars on their federal income-tax bills. The vote split Republicans from the Philadelphia area, with South Jersey Reps. Minutes before the vote this morning, New York Comptroller Tom DiNapoli issued a report that says state resident stand to lose $72 billion a year in state and local tax deductions under the GOP tax plan.

Who stays, who goes: High Court rules on Citizenship 7's political future

October 27, 2017

Australian Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce has been booted out of parliament because of his dual New Zealand citizenship. Joyce will be forced to stand down the local member of New England in northern NSW, but is expected to run again in the by-election caused by his vacancy, expected to be held on December 2.

Nikola Mirotic wouldn't veto trade out of Chicago

October 27, 2017

According to Johnson , Hoiberg said Mirotic-who needs to heal from his concussion before his facial fractures can be dealt with-will have a concussion checkup next week. He averaged 10.2 points per game in 2014-15, 11.8 in 2015-16 and 10.6 last season and shot over 40 percent from the field all three years. However, rookie Lauri Markkanen has a similar skillset and has impressed so far.

RoboBee can dive, swim and fly

October 27, 2017

If too high, the wings would have snapped off in the water. RoboBee suffers from the same challenge as real bees - its tiny wings and weak, wobbly little body find it hard to fight against the surface tension of water, and as such, RoboBee can't actually kick itself up out of a pool once it's been swimming.

Analysts Recommendations Coeur Mining, Inc. (CDE)

October 27, 2017

CDE has been the topic of several recent research reports. The most optimistic analyst sees the stock reaching $14 while the most conventional has $8.5 target price. Coeur Mining, Inc .is a gold and silver producer. "( CDE ) Given Consensus Recommendation of "Hold" by Brokerages" was first published by Week Herald and is the property of of Week Herald.

Police say 10-year-old led them on three-county auto chase

October 27, 2017

According to a news release from the Ohio State Highway Patrol, a vehicle was reported stolen in Westlake and found traveling west on Interstate 90 around 9:30 a.m. He was apprehended at now-felled mile-marker 121 in Erie County. After his arrest, the Ohio State Highway Patrol said the boy tried to spit in the faces of several troopers and kicked a trooper in the chin.

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