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Berlin: Car rams into German SPD party headquarters

December 25, 2017

Initial flames were quenched by the building's sprinkler system. The auto appeared to have briefly caught fire after the crash, with pictures from the scene showing burn marks and melted fittings and seat coverings. Berlin police are investigating the incident and authorities did not identify the man, saying only that he was 58 years old. The German capital is still on edge after its December 2016 attack when a terrorist hijacked a truck and killed 12 people at a central city Christmas ...

Two Loudoun sheriff's deputies shot, injured in Sterling

December 25, 2017

Instead, things intensified when deputies followed the father upstairs to make an arrest. It was not immediately clear what triggered the Christmas Eve shooting. "(I)...pray that they'll recover well". Both were at the hospital doing "pretty good", Chapman said. Deputies responding to the scene conducted a search but no suspects were found.

Snowstorm forecast across northern New England Christmas Day

December 25, 2017

The steadiest of the snow will mainly stay inland, falling northwest of Boston and Route 128. Chicago's northern suburbs will likely see the lightest snowfall totals in the area, with Barrington and Lake Zurich projected to see around 2 inches of snow.

Iraq Invites Energy Companies For Building New Oil Pipeline

December 25, 2017

According to a ministry spokesperson, the pipeline's length will be 350 kilometers (217 miles) with a capacity of 1 million barrels of oil per day. The ministry has set January 24 as a deadline for interested companies to submit their statements.

Water main break leads to boil water advisory in Kzoo Co

December 25, 2017

According to the spokesperson, it is possible that the water could become contaminated while it is being transported, so boiling is necessary. West Park boil water advisory issued for addresses including 3511, 3512, 3515, 3516, 3519, 3520, 3523, 3527, 3531, 3535, 3539, 3543 on 59 Avenue Crescent.

Keppel Unit to Pay $422 Million to Settle Bribery Probe

December 25, 2017

Keppel Offshore & Marine Ltd agreed to pay the combined penalty to resolve investigations by authorities in the United States, Brazil and its home country of Singapore , the U.S. Keppel O&M concealed these corrupt payments by paying commissions to an intermediary, under the guise of legitimate consulting agreements, who then made payments for the benefit of officials of Petrobras and other parties.

AIIMS doctors write to PM Modi for redress of safety & infra issues

December 25, 2017

The letter is meant to express the resident doctors' solidarity with government doctors in Rajasthan, who are on strike for higher pay and promotions, and draw Modi's attention to the lack of resources in public hospitals, an RDA spokesperson said.

Homes spared from bushfire in west Sydney

December 25, 2017

Firefighters were set to remain on site overnight as they worked to contain the fire. "I've just come up to help out and make sure everything is safe", one resident said. The fire service said the blaze had spotted across the Nepean River into the Blue Mountains National Park and was continuing to burn in bushland. 'Embers may be blown ahead of the fire, creating spot fires.

DPRK condemns new United Nations sanctions resolution as act of war

December 25, 2017

North Korea's foreign ministry said the USA was terrified by its nuclear force and was getting "more and more frenzied in the moves to impose the harshest-ever sanctions and pressure on our country". In November, North Korea demanded a halt to what it called "brutal sanctions", saying a round imposed after its sixth and most powerful nuclear test on September 3 constituted genocide.

Philippines: 20 dead, over dozen injured in bus collision

December 25, 2017

All of the passengers who lost their lives were riding in the van, the engine of which was ripped off due to the impact. The Jeepney crashed into a larger bus in the town of Agoo, La Union, 125 miles north of the capital Manila, the police added.

Columbus girl missing, believed to be inside stolen vehicle

December 25, 2017

The 2-year-old girl, Miski Ahmed, was still inside the vehicle when the burglar got in it and took off. Miski is a black female with black hair and brown eyes, weighing about 20 pounds. He was last seen wearing a red shirt and tan trousers. It's described as a grey, 2012 Toyota Sienna with OH plate #HHU1856. Columbus police say the girl was found in the van around 10:45 a.m.

Trump slams Federal Bureau of Investigation deputy, who reportedly plans to retire

December 25, 2017

Among the allegations: that McCabe should have recused himself from the Clinton investigation because his wife - as a candidate for state senator in Virginia in 2005 - received $675,000 from the Democratic party and its allies. "His only motivation is to support and defend the Constitution". That letter and McCabe's testimony on Capitol Hill earlier this week were the latest in several weeks of heightened political scrutiny of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the special counsel's team ...

Smuggle cows and get killed, threatens Rajasthan BJP MLA

December 25, 2017

People did not beat up. A man named Zakir was allegedly thrashed by a mob on suspicion of him being a cow smuggler as he was carrying a truck containing eight cows. His latest comments have done nothing to calm the atmosphere of fear and hostility in Alwar following a series of cow vigilante attacks. However, two smugglers managed to flee away due to low visibility and after firing several rounds at the police.

Ceasefire goes into effect in S

December 25, 2017

The parties of the revitalization process agreed before to begin discussions on the need to create a conducive environment through the cessation of hostilities and allow humanitarian access to the civilians in the war zone. Koang also accused the armed opposition's forces of ambushing an aid convoy in southern Amadi state on Saturday. The agreement said all forces should "immediately freeze in their locations", halt actions that could lead to confrontation and release political detainees as ...

DTE Energy (DTE) Updates FY17 Earnings Guidance

December 25, 2017

The stock increased 2.60% or $0.715 during the last trading session, reaching $28.265. About 693,030 shares traded. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) has declined 8.48% since December 22, 2016 and is downtrending. Van ECK Associates Corp raised its position in DTE Energy by 24.7% in the fourth quarter. Credit Suisse Group lowered their price target on shares of DTE Energy from $113.00 to $112.00 and set a neutral rating for the company in a research report on Thursday, October 26th.

Centre open to suggestions on Aadhaar-based privacy framework: Arun Jaitley

December 25, 2017

The central government expects the savings made through Aadhaar-based Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme, which mitigates pilferage of state subsidies, to expand. Jaitley was speaking at the launch of a book "Aadhaar: A Biometric History of India's 12-Digit Revolution" written by Shankkar Aiyar here. The government is going to always remain open for any improvements thereafter which is going to strengthen Aadhar, Jaitley had said.

Melbourne Attack Driver Charged With 18 Counts of Attempted Murder

December 25, 2017

Police have found no link between Mr Noori and any terrorist group. I want to reassure all Australians that this was an isolated incident. "We are not going to be cowed or intimidated by cowardly acts of individuals who seek to do us harm in public spaces like this", he said.

Sen. Flake Dangles Possibility Of Running Against Trump

December 25, 2017

Before admitting it's "not in my plans", the beleaguered Senator said, "I don't rule anything out". Let's face it Democrats were taken over by Bernie Sanders he didn't even win the nomination, and he is not even a Democrat. I'm doing the same thing now with retiring Arizona Senator Jeff Flake. On "This Week", Flake was asked if he would consider running as a Republican or an independent.

Lakers reportedly have given up on trading Luol Deng

December 25, 2017

They were able to move him by packaging him with D'Angelo Russell in a trade to the Nets. Since they don't own their first-round pick, they want to win as many games as possible because there'd be no benefit from losing. They'll ask for Kyle Kuzma . Even if the Lakers do that, they will still need to trade Jordan Clarkson (something Wojnarowski said they are confident they can do) and trade, or just let walk, Julius Randle .

Boeing, Brazil's Embraer confirm talks over possible deal

December 25, 2017

In a public statement, the union stressed that the aerospace company is "strategic to the country and can't be sold to foreign capital". His warning is the most recent reminder the company, which makes some military aircraft and was at one time more of the most successful products of the industrial policy of Brazil, remains the focus of great national pride.

Wind and rain warnings issued ahead of Christmas day

December 25, 2017

Local spot flooding is also expected. Most of the country will experience a wet start to the day with with outbreaks of rain, which will be heavy at times.

NMSU knocks off No. 6 Miami 63-54

December 25, 2017

I was proud of him. "We have an outstanding fan base, a passionate fan base and I know they are cheering loudly back home". We came together and winning breeds some confidence. Miami would get to the foul line and make both free throws to make the Aggie lead just one, so with the game in the balance, the Aggies went to the one player that has endeared himself to the NMSU fanbase with his feverish scoring touch - Zach Lofton .

Twelve People Remain In Hospital Following Flinders Street Attack

December 25, 2017

The white auto that was driven to run over pedestrians in Flinders Street in Melbourne on 21 December, 2017. "Everyone in Melbourne would have crossed that intersection at one time or another", said Mr Adam Bandt, a member of Parliament from Melbourne.

Pam the Funkstress, DJ for The Coup and Prince, Dies at 51

December 25, 2017

While an exact cause of death has yet to be determined, it was Pam's former employer, Bay Area radio station KBLX , who confirmed the legendary DJ's death via Facebook . "I was trying to keep my composure, because this is fricking Prince". After she played an afterparty for a Prince concert in 2016, Prince personally invited her to accompany him on tour ; she was his tour DJ on his final concert series, A Piano and a Microphone, up until his untimely passing in 2016, earning her the ...

Romania considering transfer of embassy to Jerusalem

December 25, 2017

Health officials said at least five Palestinians were wounded by rubber bullets fired by Israeli security forces, who also used tear gas. The Israel Defense Forces did not immediately respond to CNN's request for comment. Last week, four Palestinians were killed and hundreds wounded in the West Bank and Gaza during violent clashes between Israeli troops and protesters.

Florida attorney arrested, reportedly exposed himself to, solicited sexual favors from inmate

December 25, 2017

As part of his privilege as an attorney, Spark was able to gain access to inmates in a private room where there are no surveillance cameras or electronic recording of any kind, said Gualtieri, who added lawyers can bring in electronic devices such as a tablet or cellphone.

Ameriprise Financial Inc. Trims Holdings in REX American Resources Corp (REX)

December 25, 2017

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Could Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT) Change Direction After This Double Top Pattern

December 25, 2017

The stock decreased 0.66% or $0.45 during the last trading session, reaching $67.92. 1,080,000 shares of the stock were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 1,360,000. will post 1.96 earnings per share for the current year. Therefore 25% are positive. Alliant Energy had 16 analyst reports since August 7, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel.

Nick Young Plans to Release Diss Track on Warriors Teammate Draymond Green

December 25, 2017

When Young was asked what insults he might have to hurl Green's way, he said with a smile, "I can't tell you, man". In an Instagram post Friday, Nick Young revealed an upcoming album collaboration with teammate JaVale McGee . The next day, Draymond Green told reporters that he doesn't want to hear Young rap. "You got to get a better artist". "Haters gonna hate", Young said before plugging his clothing line.

Sorry Trump: Obamacare enrollment was an unbelievable success!

December 25, 2017

The tally is 400,000 signups shy of the 2017 total, meaning insurers in dozens of states that use the federal HealthCare.gov website didn't see the influx of consumers needed to improve the law's economic footing. Mr. Trump said he wants to take another whack at Obamacare in the new year, hoping to fulfill the second part of the GOP's "repeal-and-replace" mantra.

Typhoon ravages south Philippines with 120 dead, 160 missing

December 25, 2017

Carmen Golez, a teacher at Lala National High School, the biggest secondary school in the Lanao del Norte province, said she was thankful the storm hit when it did. "The people received ample warnings". Landslides had blocked rescue and relief convoys to the impoverished region, officials said yesterday. "The floodwaters from the mountain came down so fast and swept away people and houses", Edding said.

Family Wants Justice for 6-Year-Old Killed During Police Chase

December 25, 2017

He was telling his dad he wanted to call his mom and didn't want to be there. "He just kind of knew it wasn't going to be a good day". He said his office has been putting those people in contact with the person assisting the family with arrangements.

Speakers Conference projects soft image of Pakistan: Marriyum

December 25, 2017

Senate Chairman Raza Rabbani on Sunday took aim at the United States for putting pressure on Pakistan saying that Pakistan was not "in habit of taking notices from anyone". He said Pakistan, Iran and Turkey were among the top five countries hosting the largest number of refugees. The problem is further aggravated by illicit drug trade which largely remained unchecked and has been a major source of terror financing, he added.

Bundle Up and Brace the Snow!

December 25, 2017

It is likely to be bad news for some hopeful punters after there was a surge in last-minute bets for a white Christmas. Over the weekend, bookmaker Coral saw an increase in customers having a flutter on a flurry of flakes on Monday morning in 13 of the UK's biggest cities.

Man on attempted murder charge over Melbourne vehicle crash

December 25, 2017

No link to any terrorist group has been found. I want to stress, there is a mass of material that is being investigated and nothing should be ruled out. He has a history of drug use". Both the man and the police officer were injured in the scuffle. Following Thursday's incident, police have reviewed every major event across Victoria and added more police, Mr Leane said.

President, Prime Minister wish Vajpayee on his birthday

December 25, 2017

He means a lot not only to Lucknow but also to the entire state. When asked what prompted him to offer this suggestion, Srivastava said, "Atalji was always concerned for the welfare and upliftment of the poor, and the homeless". The man who is known to have led India ably into the new millennium turns 93 today. These convicts are lodged in different jails of Uttar Pradesh and their names were chosen from a list of prisoners who have completed their tenure in jail.

Tocqueville Asset Management LP Stake in Franco (FNV) Lowered by $8.65 Million

December 25, 2017

The stock decreased 2.05% or $0.15 during the last trading session, reaching $7.17. 477,098 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 683,303. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted $0.17 EPS. After $-0.22 actual EPS reported by AtriCure, Inc. for the previous quarter, Wall Street now forecasts -4.55% EPS growth.

Expect a cold week and maybe some snow, forecasters say

December 25, 2017

Temperatures will continue to trend below-normal, with highs in the mid and upper 40s. The details are still sketchy, but with cold air in place, there would be an opportunity for some snow depending on the ultimate track and evolution of this system.

Blast in Afghan capital Kabul close to intelligence agency

December 25, 2017

It comes a week after militants stormed a National Directorate of Security (NDS) training centre in the Afghan capital. The ministry of public health officials had earlier said at least three people were killed in the explosion and a number of others have sustained injuries.

RCMP dealing with several collisions on major highways today

December 25, 2017

RCMP were asking drivers to slow down and warned of the poor driving conditions in various parts of the province. Highway 43 runs northwest of Edmonton through Grande Prairie. Travel along the QE2 is also poor with icy sections being reported between Crossfield and Innisfail. "Sheer ice - there are vehicles going into the ditch on that stretch of Highway 2".

Jailed Saudi royal can buy freedom for $6bn

December 25, 2017

Some analysts saw the arrest of high-profile figures as an attempt by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who is also the Saudi defense minister, to consolidate his control over the security services. The prince faces allegations of money laundering, bribery and extortion, according to a senior Saudi official. Abbas was invited to Saudi Arabia's capital of Riyadh, on Tuesday, where he held talks with King Salman and MbS.

Two suspects sought in vicious assault of parking lot attendant

December 25, 2017

Police say the images have been released in the hopes that members of the public can identify the men and they can be arrested and charged with aggravated assault. He wore a black jacket, a red-and-white toque and was wearing a red-and-white scarf, possibly merchandise for Toronto Football Club. They were in the company of a woman.

Guatemala announces relocation of its embassy to Jerusalem

December 25, 2017

In a post on his official Facebook account Sunday, Morales said that after talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he chose to instruct Guatemala's foreign ministry to move the embassy. All other UNSC members voted in favor of a motion to rescind Donald Trump's move. Trump, however, has not set any deadline to move the embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.

China conducts maiden flight of indigenous amphibious aircraft

December 25, 2017

Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), the developer of the aircraft said the aircraft lifted off from the Jinwan Civil Aviation Airport in Zhuhai in Guangdong and it lasted for an hour. It took around eight years for State-owned Aviation Industry Corp of China (AVIC) [SASADY.UL] to develop the aircraft. However, it made only one brief flight in 1947.

Pentagon must give access to American detained in Iraq - US judge

December 25, 2017

A US citizen being held without charges in Iraq must be allowed to meet with a lawyer to see if he wants to challenge his detention, a federal judge has ordered. In response to a court order issued during the first hearing in the case on November 30, the government informed the court that the Federal Bureau of Investigation agents questioning the American "for law enforcement purposes" advised him of his Miranda rights and that he has asked for a lawyer.

Trump Wishes Troops Merry Christmas Via Video Conference

December 25, 2017

At an event in Missouri last month he told supporters, "You don't see "Merry Christmas" any more ". President Donald Trump wished a Merry Christmas to a group of American service members deployed overseas during a teleconference from Mar-a-Lago on Sunday, telling the troops from all five military branches that Americans were asking God to watch over them.

Man wanted after assaulting police officer

December 25, 2017

He then began to kick the officer in the head, despite the officer attempting to subdue the man with capsicum spray. "The male offender has a propensity of violence and the attack on the police officer was unprovoked, it was a cowardly and serious assault", Senior Sergeant John Mahoney told 9NEWS.

Former US Attorneys Warn Trump About 'Severe Repercussions' Of Firing Robert Mueller

December 25, 2017

Ensuring the special counsel can conduct his investigation "free from interference or fear of reprisal" is essential "to the interests of justice and public trust", they wrote. A former Justice Department attorney predicts that special counsel Robert Mueller and his Trump-hating attorneys will hound President Donald Trump until the end of his presidency.

How Many Taylor Morrison Home Corporation (NYSE:TMHC)'s Analysts Are Bearish?

December 25, 2017

Taylor Morrison Home has a fifty-two week low of $18.26 and a fifty-two week high of $24.79. After $0.45 actual EPS reported by Taylor Morrison Home Corporation for the previous quarter, Wall Street now forecasts 46.67% EPS growth. Taylor Morrison Home Corporation is a homebuilder, which designs, builds and sells single-family detached and attached homes. They expect $1.22 EPS, down 2.40% or $0.03 from last year's $1.25 per share.

BJP leading, SP and Congress trailing in Sikandra By-Election

December 25, 2017

Counting takes place on Sunday. The result will be well-watched in the backdrop of the recent civic body polls in which though the BJP had won the Kanpur Mayor election, it lost the Sikandra nagar panchayat chairman post. The SP and Congress candidates stopped the observer's vehicle outside the counting centre. Superintendent of Police (SP) Ratan Kant Pandey, however, denied that there was any disturbance during the counting of votes.

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