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Cloudy and cold today; much colder next week — FIRST ALERT FORECAST

December 28, 2017

We'll see limited impact on travel because of a relatively warm ground and the short-duration of the precipitation. The heaviest rainfall will occur south of I-20. The coldest air will begin to really make its way into East Texas during the day on Sunday. There is a small chance for rain along during the afternoon and evening.

Shisha ban: Kenya outlaws water-pipe tobacco consumption

December 28, 2017

The highly toxic tobacco substance is smoked using a hookah (water pipe) and gained popularity at entertainment establishments in Kenya over the a year ago. "[This is] unlike shisha-smoking sessions which typically last 20 to 80 minutes, during which the smoker may take 50 to 200 puffs which range from about 0.15 to 1 litre each".

China Caught Illegally Selling Oil To North Korea By US Satellites

December 28, 2017

The policy reform committee for the unification ministry, composed of nine civilian experts, announced a report on its review over the Park government's policy toward the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). But the panel said that there is no sufficient information or evidence to support the claim that funds from the complex had been used for other purposes.

Penn State linebacker Manny Bowen off the team

December 28, 2017

Penn State: Chambers' teams have usually made measurable improvements during the non-conference slate where Penn State's coach is 58-31 in six seasons but it's the January-February stretch that's been brutal. Barkley totaled 1,134 yards and 16 touchdowns with the Nittany Lions this season. And I think a lot of it has to do with that teams were so keyed in on him that he just couldn't get anything going, the offensive line was getting beat, and it was tough.

Missing student Sophie Smith had become withdrawn before disappearance, police say

December 28, 2017

Police told MaiOnline they were growing increasingly concerned for her welfare, with a search being carried out in her home town. A police helicopter, the coastguard and lifeboats were involved in searching the area around the beach at Gorleston on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Milwaukee Officers Rescue Teens From Burning Vehicle

December 28, 2017

According to CBS affiliate, WDJT , officers Nicholas Schlei and Nicholas Reid were on patrol in the area when they witnessed the crash. A fire began and spread. For their heroism, both officers will be nominated for an MPD Merit Award. All three victims were hospitalized for their injuries. "To help save someone, there's no better feeling", Reid said.

Erica Garner Suffered 'Major Brain Damage' After Cardiac Arrest

December 28, 2017

Garner was rushed to the hospital Saturday after she suffered a severe heart attack. But she also suffered her first heart attack shortly after the delivery, with doctors saying the pregnancy stressed her already enlarged heart. "I pray she makes it; she has two little ones to live for", Snipes wrote. "She gets on my last nerve but I'd rather fight with my sister then to lose her".

Toronto Zoo welcomes baby white rhino

December 28, 2017

It's the first birth of a white rhino at the Toronto Zoo since 1990, and the fifth in the zoo's history. According to the IUCN, at the end of the 19th century the species was almost wiped out, with only 20 to 50 white rhinos on the planet.

U.S. to Resume Full Visa Services in Turkey

December 28, 2017

Embassy personnel. But the statement added: "We continue to have serious concerns about the existing allegations against arrested local employees of our mission in Turkey". There are at least 11 U.S. citizens now under arrest in Turkey. Although the embassy said it still remains concerned for its arrested staff in Turkey, the progress in ironing out differences may ease the perception of political risk, a key reason for the lira's weakness against the dollar in the fourth quarter.

Police announce arrest in Baytown woman's Mother's Day murder

December 28, 2017

Shal was found inside her Baytown apartment in the 300 block of Baker Road on May 8, 2016. Police released a composite sketch of the suspect in October 2016 [Photo: Baytown Police]"We got a killer off the streets". Baytown Police say they were able to hone in on Collins using advanced DNA detective work. Police say Collins lives off-and-on at the complex where the murdered occurred.

Teenager to appear in court charged with Christmas Day murder

December 28, 2017

She spoke of her heartbreak at watching her mother die, adding: "Today will be a day I will never forget..." "Still expect to see her walking onto the ward with a big smile on her face". "Jayne Toal Reat you died saving my life and I wish could trade places with you", the grieving 21-year-old wrote. SDLP MLA Pat Catney said: "My thoughts and prayers are with the woman's family and friends at this extremely hard time".

SC Lottery error not paying winnings on game because of 'programming error'

December 28, 2017

The fault lay in a programming error of the South Carolina Education Lottery's computer system vendor, Intralot, officials said on Tuesday, which resulted in an overabundance of winning tickets being produced, CNN reported . "I think they should either honor the tickets or give us our money back", Coggins told WYFF . People are, "mad. So mad". "I had been promising them for years and I thought I would finally get to, and now I can't", she said.

Sailor and cat rescued after seven months stranded in Indian Ocean

December 28, 2017

He landed on the Comoros Islands, off the east coast of Africa. His vessel was a former lifeboat which he claims he bought in India in 2014 and modified, kitting it out with a mast, engine and rudder, the Telegraph reports. Here are some dogs having tea on a bus - Merry Christmas! However, his instruments were all broken, he claimed, by large waves that smashed them.

Two children, two women found 'savagely' killed in basement apartment

December 28, 2017

Police have released few details about the killings, including the manner of death. Their names are now withheld while police contact their relatives. Police chiefs have appealed for any information relating to the murders , with Mr Tedesco adding: "The emotions of a police officer is something you repress because there is a job to be done".

McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC) EPS Estimated At $1.52

December 28, 2017

Bath Savings Trust Co acquired 3,635 shares as Mccormick & Co Inc Non (MKC)'s stock rose 3.48%. The institutional investor held 101,454 shares of the consumer non-durables company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $10.41 million, up from 48,393 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Atletico To Sell Chelsea & Bayern Target In January

December 28, 2017

The Belgium global has not enjoyed a good campaign as he has made only five starts in the La Liga and has three starts to his name in the Champions League. Manchester United , in particular, were keen on bringing a winger over the summer and even contacted Inter Milan for Ivan Perisic, but the Italian's huge asking price eventually left United red-faced and they came back with nothing.

Bigg Boss 11: Akash Dadlani's mother speaks about Vishal Dadlani

December 28, 2017

It is clear that Mastermind Vikas gets his strategic instinct from his mother; as we notice how she convinces the padosis on ranking the task. She said, "Akash idhar aaya to mene isko totally like you know, told him not to talk about Vishal and all that stuff".

2 police officers pull teens to safety from burning vehicle

December 28, 2017

Another teenage boy had already escaped the vehicle and kicked out a window, but the driver and another boy were unconscious in the back seat area. Officers say the driver of the auto was cited for reckless driving. The officers have worked together for two years and are known as the "Nick Squad," according to the Journal Sentinel . "I think that officers just like us, and at every Milwaukee police district station, even across the country, they would do the same thing", he said.

Israeli court releases blindfolded Palestinian teen on bail

December 28, 2017

Al Juneidi was arrested on December 7 in the West Bank city of Hebron (Al Khalil) after being dragged on the ground and blindfolded by heavily-armed Israeli soldiers. Blindfolded 16-year-old Palestinian Fawzi al-Juneiri, centre, being detained by a group of Israeli soldiers the West Bank city of Hebron, Dec. 7, 2017.

Liberians await presidential election results as vote count begins

December 28, 2017

The National Elections Commission (NEC) of Liberia said today it would announce the result of the Tuesday election on Thursday. "We are calling on ..." But the congested field was whittled down to two, with Weah and Boakai emerging far ahead of the other candidates.

EPS for Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) Expected At $0.75

December 28, 2017

Proficio Capital Partners LLC now owns 1,432 shares of the company's stock valued at $107,000 after purchasing an additional 207 shares during the last quarter. KeyBanc Capital Markets maintained Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE:CL) on Wednesday, August 23 with "Hold" rating. The firm has "Negative" rating given on Thursday, January 19 by OTR Global.

NAB to file new reference against Sharifs

December 28, 2017

Punjab Chief Minister Shehbaz Sharif has surfaced on NAB's radar after being nominated as the party's candidate for the post of prime minister after general elections 2018. It also approved investigation against former minister for Communications Dr Arbab Alamgir and former Member National Assembly Asma Arbab for having assets beyond known sources of income.

Police officer shoots man in East Germantown

December 28, 2017

Two men in heavy winter coats could be seen on surveillance video getting into a minor altercation at the store. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle at 16th and Nedro Streets. "The operator would not comply with the officer", Kinnebrew said. Authorities say that's when one of the officers fired his weapon, striking the suspect in the head.

Brokerages Anticipate Oclaro, Inc. (OCLR) Will Announce Quarterly Sales of $160.56 Million

December 28, 2017

Fj Capital Management Llc increased its stake in Jacksonville Bancorp Inc Md (JXSB) by 23.08% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. The hedge fund held 284,200 shares of the catalog and specialty distribution company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $2.50 million, down from 351,000 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Saudi king, Turkey PM discuss Jerusalem issue

December 28, 2017

Yildirim is also scheduled to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during his visit in Riyadh. The prime minister first met the Saudi King Salman Bin Abdulaziz. Saudi King Salman and Turkey's premier on Wednesday discussed boosting ties and the status of Jerusalem, in a first high-level meeting since the U.S.

Hot Mover of the Day: Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL)

December 28, 2017

The stock decreased 0.10% or $0.022 during the last trading session, reaching $22.038. General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) presently has a 10 month price index of 1.00358. Other hedge funds have also recently made changes to their positions in the company. The shares were sold at an average price of $68.00, for a total transaction of $408,000.00.

'Fireball' Seen in the Sky Across New England, Canada

December 28, 2017

A fireball that lit up the evening sky is lighting up social media. New Englanders got a special surprise in the night sky on December 26 - and no, it wasn't an early New Year's celebration. A Massport spokeswoman said Boston Logan International Airport operations did not report any impact or untoward incidents. These are simply bits of rock in orbit around the sun.

Prince Harry's rapid fire round confuses former United States president Obama

December 28, 2017

The conversation is billed as the first interview with the former president since leaving the White House, and it's not exactly hard-hitting. Obama said that most of this has happened "outside of government " and that he's "pretty firm about the merits of free speech".

Roy Moore files complaint seeking to stop election certification

December 28, 2017

Doug Jones became the first Democrat in a quarter century to win a Senate seat in the Republican stronghold state when he was declared the victor of the December 12 ballot. Moore's complaint also alleged "anomalous" higher voter turnout in Jefferson County, in which census data shows 43 percent of the population is black.

Trump slams FBI's McCabe over planned retirement

December 28, 2017

President Trump launched a Christmas Eve attack on Federal Bureau of Investigation deputy chief Andrew McCabe , whom he accuses of favoritism toward his former opponent, Hillary Clinton , and also returned to a longtime favored theme, excoriating the news media for failing to sufficiently extol his accomplishments.

How Analysts Feel About Select Medical Holdings Corporation (NYSE:SEM)?

December 28, 2017

Another recent and important Select Medical Holdings Corporation (NYSE: SEM ) news was published by Prnewswire.com which published an article titled: "Technical Perspectives on Surgery Partners, LifePoint Health, Select Medical ..." on December 12, 2017.

Russian ocean survey ship back in missing Argentine submarine search area

December 28, 2017

San Juan and the people of Argentina", Rear Adm. Daniel B. Abel, SouthCom's director of operations, said in a statement. Several hours after the last communication, the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Organization, based in Vienna, said that two of its hydro-acoustic stations detected an "unusual signal" deep in the Atlantic near the submarine's last known location about 125 miles off the Argentine coast.

We rubbed American noses into dirt, says Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei

December 28, 2017

Speaking to the Council of Coordination on Islamic Propagation, the supreme leader took the opportunity to heap scorn on the United States and President Donald Trump saying they would never win the psychological war against Iran. Commenting on the policies of U.S. President Donald Trump in comparison to former presidents, Ayatollah Khamenei said, "Reagan was craftier, more powerful, and of course wiser than the present guy".

EPS for Credit Acceptance Corporation (CACC) Expected At $5.53

December 28, 2017

The stock increased 0.30% or $0.24 during the last trading session, reaching $81.2. About 123,227 shares traded. World Acceptance Corporation (NASDAQ: WRLD ) has risen 103.20% since December 26, 2016 and is uptrending. State Board Of Administration Of Florida Retirement Systems accumulated 10,265 shares. Industry Ptnrs Limited Liability Com holds 281,972 shares or 2.36% of its portfolio.

'Space for Peace Shrinks': Indian Army Kills Three Pakistani Soldiers in Kashmir

December 28, 2017

DNA was the first to report on Monday evening that the Indian Army troops crossed over the LoC, killed three Pakistani Army soldiers and left one injured in a cross-border raid, as retaliation to the killing of four Indian Army personnel, including a Major, on Saturday.

Texas teacher, 44, arrested for having sex with 13yo student

December 28, 2017

On Friday, December 15, 2017, at approximately 1:34 p.m., Detectives responded to Bay City High School to meet with Bay City ISD Police. A local newspaper, the Bay City Tribune, said a September report from the Texas Education Agency found the number of cases against educators accused of inappropriate relationships with minor students increased 36 per cent this year.

Coney Island Ferry Crashes In NYC After Hitting Sandbar [Video, Photos]

December 28, 2017

However, the heat on the boat was turned off a while before 8 p.m. EST, a passenger named Jake Nicholson told the New York Post via a phone call. By then, passengers were "just sitting down, trying to stay warm", said Nicholson, who'd missed the Washington Capitals-New York Rangers game that was the reason for his ferry trip.

Tasaduq, Mir takes oath as Ministers

December 28, 2017

While taking the oath delivered by N N Vohra in the lawns of Raj Bhavan, Tassaduq Mufti pronounced God as Dog. Chadoora MLA, Javaid Mustafa Mir also took oath as a minister. On October 22, PDP MLC Vikramaditya Singh, son of Congress leader Dr Karan Singh and grandson of last Dogra ruler Maharaja Hari Singh, had resigned from the post and the party after the PDP-BJP government refused to declare a state holiday on the birth anniversary of Hari Singh on September 23 and for disregarding the ...

California State Teachers Retirement System Has $28.67 Million Stake in Centene Corporation

December 28, 2017

The stock increased 0.03% or $0.04 during the last trading session, reaching $147.63. About 511,767 shares traded. General Electric Company ( NYSE :GE) has declined 4.46% since December 24, 2016 and is downtrending. Moon Mgmt Limited Liability Co reported 0.97% of its portfolio in Johnson & Johnson ( NYSE :JNJ). Stone Run Cap Ltd Liability Co has 3,000 shares. Franklin Street Advisors Incorporated Nc owns 77,052 shares or 0.31% of their United States portfolio.

Centre to clarify on High Court split

December 28, 2017

As part of the move, the TRS MPs raised the issue in the Lok Sabha and stalled the proceedings on the unyielding stand of the Centre and forced the Speaker, Sumitra Mahajan , to adjourn the House thrice. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ananth Kumar said there was a need for a separate high court and said he will talk to Ravi Shankar Prasad in this regard as all other new States got their own high courts.

NYC ferry hits sandbar with 27 onboard

December 28, 2017

Jake Nicholson, 21, was riding with friends to a Rangers game when he felt a jolt about 10 minutes after the ferry passed the edge of Breezy Point. "I nearly went over one of the rows, that's how quickly he stopped". An FDNY Medical Emergency Response Vehicle, five fire trucks, four ambulances, and dozens of emergency workers were stationed at the NYC Ferry terminal as they awaited the arrival of the passengers.

Philippine severe storm leaves 335 dead or missing

December 28, 2017

The government ordered that oil rigs and vessels be protected and it warned that about 62,000 fishing boats should not venture out to sea. "Vietnam must ensure the safety of its oil rigs and vessels". The country is no stranger to disastrous storms. More than 97,000 people remain in 261 evacuation centres across the south, while almost 85,000 more people are displaced and staying elsewhere.

General who led Mugabe ouster sworn in as Zimbabwe veep

December 28, 2017

Kembo Mohadi, right, with Chiwenga at the swearing in ceremony. In a statement, Acting Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet Christian Katsande said the appointment and swearing-in was in line with the Constitution. Mnangagwa took power after Chiwenga led a military takeover in the southern African nation that forced Mugabe, then the world's oldest head of state at age 93, to resign amid impeachment proceedings after 37 years in charge.

PD: Children, woman shot and killed in Phoenix apartment

December 28, 2017

Anthony Milan Ross , 45, is said to have shot dead 38-year-old Iris Ross and their young children Nigel, 11, and Anora, 10 months. He said, "no", and pointed his gun at them, according to police. Sgt. Howard said that during the standoff, Anthony Ross initially told police that he had killed the children. On the afternoon of the shooting, tactical units escorted residents from the area, and some clustered outside a convenience store for hours until the standoff ended.

Wrong-way driver causes multi-car crash on I-95 in Boxford

December 28, 2017

The highway was closed for more than an hour as state police investigated and removed three damaged cars. Police had tweeted that there were five cars involved in the crash but later updated that number to three. First responder Trooper John Lione found that the Jeep sideswiped a 2018 Nissan Altima driven by 68-year-old man from Naples, Fla., then struck an Everett driver traveling in a 2015 Toyota Corolla.

Samajwadi MP Naresh Agarwal justifies Pakistan treatment of Kulbhushan Jadhav

December 28, 2017

However, India maintains that Jadhav was kidnapped from Iran where he had business interests after retiring from the Indian Navy. Jadhav met his mother and wife in Islamabad on Monday, their first meeting since his arrest from Balochistan previous year on charges of espionage and terrorism.

UP: Yogi Government issues order to clean Yogi's case record

December 28, 2017

According to an Indian Express report , the state government has written to the district magistrate of Gorakhpur on December 20, directing that an application be filed in order to withdraw the said case before the court. The letter mentioned the names of Yogi Adityanath, Shiv Pratap Shukla, Sheetal Pandey and ten others. Public prosecutor BD Mishra said, "The application for withdrawal of case will be presented in front of the court on January 1 when it reopens after winter vacation".

Pakistan considering submitting Jadhav's family meeting details to ICJ

December 28, 2017

I was also harassed by them. "We have asked them not to unleash propaganda, if they can not thank us [for the meeting]", he added. "They did not give enough time", Kaur told ANI. Before Jadhav's meeting with his family, Foreign Office spokesperson Dr Mohammad Faisal said hanging Jadhav did not suit Pakistan as his existence would keep the case alive.

Queen Elizabeth Pays Tribute To London And Manchester In Christmas Message

December 28, 2017

Markle smiled and gave a brief wave in her first public appearance with the queen. It will be the first time someone who is yet to marry into the Royal Family will have joined its Christmas celebrations. She is set to deliver a poignant thanks to him, hailing his valuable support throughout her record-breaking reign and his "unique sense humour". The queen and Philip are spending the holidays at Elizabeth's country estate in Sandringham , 110 miles (175 kilometers) north of London.

North Korea giving up nuclear weapons is 'pipe dream'

December 28, 2017

North Korea rejected tighter United Nations sanctions aimed at curbing its nuclear expansion, describing the move as an "act of war" and vowing to avenge US sympathizers who approved it. China Saturday called for "all sides" to implement the United Nations resolutions "in a comprehensive and balanced manner". Trump praised the Security Council's decision on Twitter, saying "The World wants Peace, not Death!" "In the present situation, we call on all countries to exercise restraint and ...

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