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5 people killed, 1 injured in helicopter crash in New Mexico

January 19, 2018

Also killed were the pilot, 57-year-old Jamie Coleman Dodd of Colorado, the co-pilot 67-year-old Paul Cobb of Texas and Charles Ryland Burnett also of Texas. New Mexico State Police officers on scene reported the helicopter wreckage had been engulfed in fire making identification hard. Three people were found at the site already dead.

HC Wainwright Reaffirms Buy Rating for AEterna Zentaris Inc. (AEZS)

January 19, 2018

When there's more trading than usual, it is called "heavy trading". Nasdaq 100 e-minis were up 22.75 points, or 0.34 percent, on volume of 46,356 contracts. Welles Wilder. In order to check on the sell-side rational, we can also take a peek at some technical indicators. Analysts use common formulas and ratios to accomplish this.

Russian FM calls for preservation of Iran nuclear deal

January 19, 2018

US President Donald Trump last Friday waived nuclear sanctions against Iran but warned that he would not do it again unless the deal is modified. Trump wants it strengthened with a separate agreement within 120 days. If the UNSC receives a complaint of a breach it would then need to vote within 30 days on a resolution to extend sanctions relief. Washington is concerned that the deal, thrashed out over 12 years of talks, does nothing to punish Iran over its ballistic missile program, ...

Meghan Markle gets a namesake Okapi in London Zoo

January 19, 2018

She put a burgundy bag into her bike's wicker basket and accessorized with shiny black gloves and bug-eyed shades. The actor and her fiancé Prince Harry , who will marry this May, were seen smiling and chatting to members of the public when they arrived in the Welsh capital an hour late this afternoon.

Auto made out of snow fools police officers

January 19, 2018

The machinist and designer had hoped to prank snow crews in his neighborhood, FOX 9 reported. It took the creator 4 hours to sculpt, but it had the desired effect. But the note that was left indicates he probably wasn't angry at having been fooled. "But when I saw the cops pictures on internet the next day, it was even better", he said.

The US is Doubling Down in Syria -- But Officials Won't Say Why

January 19, 2018

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said this week that Turkey would start operations against the enclave of Afrin within days. Tillerson said the experience of the United States withdrawal from Iraq in 2011, which was followed by the rise of Isis and the USA military's return to the region, necessitated an open-ended U.S.

What is the Montreal Cognitive Assessment test?

January 19, 2018

What about his slurred speech? It is "just one measure in a clinical judgment", he said in an email. Even so, Jackson said, the president shows no evidence of heart disease. How could a 71-year-old man who has bragged about his love of fast food and mocked those who exercise regularly be in such good physical shape, several asked in so many words? Dr.

Instagram introduces 'Activity Status' feature which makes stalking people a lot easier

January 18, 2018

For Instagram stalkers - don't pretend like you don't do it - this is change that'll let you keep even closer tabs on who is and isn't ignoring you on the app. While the activity status is now only visible in direct messages, some users might find this change a bit annoying. As you can see in the screenshot above, Instagram now displays a line indicating the last time a user was active on its platform directly underneath their username.

Trump language on Africa unacceptable, racist: Ghana

January 19, 2018

But Senator Jeff Flake, a Republican who has been critical of Trump, said Democrats were serious about a bipartisan deal on immigration. Ghana's former president John Dramani Mahama, whom Akufo-Addo defeated in elections just a month after Trump's own win at the polls, on Twitter asked: "Isn't Trump demonstrating that he's nothing but a racist and pursuing a policy of "Make America White Again"?" "While this is the first #MLKDay with an unrepentant & unreconstructed racist in the White ...

Dolores O'Riordan remembered - her finest musical moments

January 18, 2018

The New York-based DJ and producer wrote on the group's website: "My friend, partner, and the love of my life is gone". Dolores' boyfriend last night said his heart is "broken and beyond repair" following her sudden death earlier this week.

FBI investigates whether Russian Federation banker used NRA to fund Trump campaign

January 19, 2018

If Torshin funneled money to the NRA to help elect Trump , that could constitute a crime - because it is illegal for Americans to use foreign money in their elections. Torshin, the deputy governor of Russia's central bank and a former member of the Russian parliament, tried in May 2016 to arrange a meeting between Trump and Vladimir Putin, the New York Times reported in late 2017.

Former Trump aide Sebastian Gorka wanted on gun charges in Hungary

January 18, 2018

Former Trump adviser Sebastian Gorka has a warrant out for his arrest in Hungary, according to the Hungarian police's website . The warrant, first reported in Hungarian online outlet 444, was issued on September 17, 2016, prior to Trump's election.

United Nations issues list of 5 alternative names for Macedonia

January 19, 2018

Zaev's government, which took power last May, pledged to work on resolving the name dispute and accelerate the country's European Union and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation bid. Naumovski was appointed by the previous government led by the now opposition right-wing VMRO DPMNE party, which had a far more rigid stance on finding a solution to the name dispute, and by the Macedonian President Gjorge Ivanov, who also came to office thanks to the backing of VMRO DPMNE.

Trump says shutdown is 'up to the Democrats'

January 18, 2018

In fact, a government shutdown would likely have little impact on the military, NBC News reported. A partial shutdown, which would begin on Saturday in the absence of a legislative solution, would require many federal workers to be furloughed and various offices closed.

Arizona man 'killed nine people in three weeks', police say

January 18, 2018

A motive in this incident has yet to be identified, police said. Andrew Remillard, 27, and 21-year-old Parker Smith were found shot to death in a parking lot near Indian School Road and 16th Street. December 15: Police said a woman named Maria Villanueva was confronted by Cooksey when she got out of her vehicle and then left in his auto with him.

Foreign skier killed, another rescued safely in Gulmarg

January 18, 2018

Rescue team from the police and tourism swung into action and recovered the two skiers. How were these skiers allowed to ski off-piste considering that avalanche warnings had been issued 24 hours ago? The tourists had reportedly gone skiing despite an avalanche warning being issued by the state disaster management authority on Wednesday.

Trump speaks in Pennsylvania

January 18, 2018

A campaign event would require that taxpayers be reimbursed for some of the expenses. The president tweets Thursday: "Will be going to Pennsylvania today in order to give my total support to RICK SACCONE , running for Congress in a Special Election (March 13)".

Toronto police make arrest in Church and Wellesley disappearances

January 18, 2018

The arrest came as a result of Project Prism - an investigation into the disappearance of Esen, 44, last April from near Bloor and Yonge Sts., and Andrew Kinsman, 49, from Parliament and Winchester Sts.in June. They also said previously that they did not believe the two disappearances were linked in any way. Selim Esen went missing April 14, 2017. Five men with ties to Toronto's LGBTQ community have disappeared since 2010.

Sun-rich countries confirm nine new solar projects after huge price drop

January 18, 2018

A new report published by the International Renewable Energy Agency has concluded that onshore wind, hydropower, geothermal, and bioenergy-for-power projects commissioned during 2017 were largely found to be on par with fossil fuel-based electricity technologies, while solar PV costs are expected to halve by 2020.

German center-left leaders push for talks with Merkel

January 18, 2018

The SPD had planned to reinvent itself in opposition after its poor election results, but was persuaded to enter talks with conservatives when Merkel failed to form a coalition with two smaller parties in November. The latest INSA poll showed the SPD slipping to 18.5 percent, its worst result in that particular survey, and weaker still than the 20.5 percent it achieved in September's election - which was its poorest performance since Germany became a Federal Republic in 1949.

Trump supports short-term government funding bill: White House

January 18, 2018

Dr. Jackson said multiple times during the almost hour-long meeting with reporters that he had had no intention of administering the test, but that Trump requested the exam. The doctor said he was getting a nutrition specialist to meet with the White House chefs, "to make sure we're cutting the calories and the fats and the carbohydrates as much as we possibly can while making good meals for him".

EPS, Stalin want Centre to continue Haj subsidy

January 18, 2018

No country gives subsidy to Haj pilgrims. The decision is in line with a 2012 Supreme Court order, asking the government to do away with the subsidy, which had always been sought by the BJP. The officer said that J&K State Haj Committee informed that "Draw of Lots (Qurrah)" for all intending Haj pilgrims has been fixed by Haj Committee of India on tomorrow, Friday at 1200 hrs afterwards.

VDOT: all roads will be passable 48 hours after snow

January 18, 2018

Blowing and drifting snow on Greensprings Road in James City County. Drivers should travel slow as roads will be slick until temperatures rise on secondary roads, neighborhood streets and subdivisions, especially in areas that are mostly in the shade during the day.

Police Arrest California Couple Over Shackled Children

January 18, 2018

Six of the children are minors, including the 17-year-old girl, who police initially believed to be 10. The New York Times reported that the 17-year-old used a cell phone she found in her home to alert police that people were being held against their will in the home .

Will Supreme Court Now Act Against Judges' Campaign To Foil Trump Presidency?

January 18, 2018

The Trump administration on Tuesday appealed a judge's ruling temporarily blocking its decision to end protections for hundreds of thousands of young immigrants and announced plans to seek a U.S. NDTV quoted sources saying Thursday's meeting "was cordial" and that more are likely to take place next week. The country's top court was hit by the unprecedented crisis, after the four senior-most judges, at a press conference , last week expressed their unhappiness about the functioning of the ...

Tracking the Analyst Projections for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ:NCLH)

January 18, 2018

It has outperformed by 10.49% the S&P500. Next Century Growth Investors Llc bought 15,524 shares as the company's stock rose 3.46% with the market. The Friess Associates Llc holds 144,610 shares with $17.48 million value, up from 125,405 last quarter.

New talks planned in bid to restore devolved gov't in Northern Ireland

January 18, 2018

Following a meeting in Belfast, Britain's new Northern Ireland Secretary Karen Bradley and Irish Foreign Minister Simon Coveney said the new talks on re-establishing a devolved regional government will start next week. This will comprise the country's five main parties, the United Kingdom government and the Irish government. The talks will initially focus on gaining clarity of understanding on the progress that was made over the last seven months of talks on a range of issues, including ...

Met Office lifts weather warning of strong winds for Dorset

January 18, 2018

Met Éireann has issued two new weather warnings as Ireland looks set to be hit with snow, ice and strong winds for a second night in a row. The warning from Met Éireann came into effect at 11am this morning and will remain in place until 3am on Wednesday morning.

Stormy Daniels porn searches soar over alleged Trump affair

January 18, 2018

According to Daniels, Trump asked her to dinner after they rode around in a golf cart together at his Lake Tahoe, Nevada, hotel in 2006. Newsweek also cited Pornhub data from 2016 that found that Trump himself saw a spike in traffic a year ago, particularly during his second and third debates against Hillary Clinton.

Ashleigh Banfield: Aziz Ansari's accuser made 'reckless' assault claims that undermine #MeToo

January 18, 2018

It's for men to stop committing sexual violence". The Parks and Recreation actor has been accused by a 23-year-old woman of making unwanted sexual advances towards her at his home. The woman texted Ansari the day after the encounter to tell him he'd made her feel "uncomfortable" and had ignored her nonverbal cues. I like to think that women have enough confidence, and a strong enough voice to say "you're being inappropriate" and simply walk out the door.

The PFI 'time bombs' that will cost taxpayers £200bn

January 18, 2018

Some deals agreed when credit market conditions were poor projected an annual return for debt and equity investors of over 8 percent - over 5 percentage points higher than the cost of government borrowing at the time . The findings, together with the continued fallout of the Carillion collapse, are likely to be seized upon by critics of PFI, including Labour which has said it intends to scrap the deals.

Pope renews call for Jerusalem status quo, urges Israel-Palestine talks

January 18, 2018

Mark Tawadros II and Arab Parliament Chief Meshaal bin Fahm al-Salmi. He said that "only a special status, guaranteed by the worldwide community, can preserve its identity, [and] unique vocation as a place of peace", AFP reported. By AGENCE FRANCE PRESSE , VATICAN CITY, Holy See Pope Francis has again stressed the importance of preserving the status quo in Jerusalem and urged fresh talks between Israel and Palestinians on a two-state solution, the Vatican said Thursday.

Doug Jones: "Everybody needs to pay attention" to Trump sexual-assault allegations

January 18, 2018

Alabama is the "Deep South". Jones, buoyed by strong African-American turnout and defections from suburban Republicans , defeated Moore on December 12 by just under 21,000 votes - a 1.5 percent margin - in a race where more than 1.3 million ballots were cast.

Strong storm blasts northern Europe; 2 dead in Netherlands

January 18, 2018

Rail services were also stopped in Germany's Ruhr region as the storm moved inland. Dpa says the storm led to 18 flight cancelations at Duesseldorf Airport. In neighbouring Belgium, a woman driver also reportedly died when her auto was crushed by a tree as she was travelling through a wood in the Grez-Doiceau area, about 35km south of Brussels.

Pineapples Stuffed With Cocaine Have Turned Up In Europe

January 18, 2018

Nine people were arrested in the joint, 10-month operation between the two nations to seize the pineapples. The seizure was part of an ongoing police operation targeting the gang that began way back in April 2017. In a statement, Portuguese investigators confirmed that the "organised worldwide group" behind the smuggling ring were responsible for bringing 'large quantities of cocaine to the European continent'.

Analysts Set XPO Logistics, Inc. (XPO) PT at $49.90

January 18, 2018

The stock decreased 2.76% or $2.62 during the last trading session, reaching $92.39. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $0.41 earnings per share. The company was downgraded on Wednesday, April 19 by Citigroup. (NYSE:CAH) has "Buy" rating given on Monday, August 10 by Zacks. The firm has "Buy" rating given on Wednesday, November 2 by Deutsche Bank.

Bannon Is Reportedly Avoiding Grand Jury Testimony - For Now

January 18, 2018

Some lawmakers on the committee say the White House, and Bannon, are relying on an overly broad definition of executive privilege in refusing to answer questions about the transition period, before Trump was inaugurated. "Of course I authorized the subpoena", Rep. " Executive privilege now covers things before you become the chief executive - which is just mind-numbing and there is no legal support for it".

Terror funding: NIA files chargesheet against LeT, Hizbul chiefs

January 18, 2018

Additional Sessions Judge Tarun Sherawat, after hearing arguments on the charge sheet, posted the matter for January 30 when it will decide on the point of taking cognisance of the document. The official said that mere possession of letterheads did not amount to supporting terror activities but the handwritten correspondence seeking funds from Pakistan based outfits could be used as evidence.

Steve Bannon subpoenaed in Russian investigation, Fox News reports

January 18, 2018

Trump's associates and Russian Federation, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. His insider role during the Trump election campaign and in the White House could provide crucial details to the committee, which is seeking to understand the extent of contact between Trump and his advisors and Russian Federation, which is accused of interfering with the 2016 election.

State police and truckers group plan human trafficking awareness, crackdown next week

January 18, 2018

The vigil coincides with Human Trafficking Awareness Month. By committing to becoming a Demand An End state, Attorney General Marshall is sending a clear message to all who wish to harm our children by letting them know that the state of Alabama is a hostile environment for buyers of sex and traffickers.

Mizzou upsets No 21 Tennessee to continue strong run

January 18, 2018

Kassius Robertson led the team with 26 points on 9 of 15 shooting with 6 threes and a team-high 3 steals, while Jordan Barnett was the only other Tiger to score in double figures in the losing effort for Mizzou with 12 points along with 10 rebounds and 3 assists for the double-double.

We want immigrants 'from everywhere' to come to US

January 18, 2018

The unique protest is part of the continued backlash towards Trump's reportedly vulgar language describing third world countries. "I'm not going to get into what I said, but I will tell you, it was a tough meeting", Trump said. The White House said there are no tapes. Lindsey Graham said on Tuesday . The doctor was also impressed by Trump's energy level, saying the president would be among the last people still standing and willing to go through the scheduled events during a ...

Wolf recaptured after escaping from wildlife sanctuary

January 18, 2018

Anyone else is advised not to approach the wolf if they see it. She added that another wolf called Maisy made an "alarm bark" - which could have been aimed at an intruder. The wolf escaped from a sanctuary near a school as gale-force winds buffeted parts of the country. Officers have confirmed they sighted the wolf and are working with staff from the sanctuary to detain it.

Severe storm shuts Amsterdam's Schiphol airport

January 18, 2018

At least 260 flights were scrapped at Schiphol. In neighboring Belgium , the port of Ghent closed down because of the high winds and tram traffic was halted in parts of Brussels . Snowstorms and high winds left dozens of schools, several main roads and ports closed in parts of Romania and thousands of people without electricity.

Schumer: Shutdown Blame Will 'Fall on the Republicans' Backs'

January 18, 2018

Ryan added a six-year extension of the popular Children's Health Insurance Program to lure Democratic votes, and included military spending and delays on taxes on high-end health insurance, medical devices and health insurance providers to entice conservatives.

Schiff: White House put a gag order on Bannon

January 18, 2018

Separately, the New York Times reported on January 16 that Bannon was subpoenaed last week by Special Counsel Robert Mueller to testify before a grand jury which is also investigating alleged ties between Russian Federation and Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.

Pope Francis meets survivors of clerical sexual abuse

January 18, 2018

Dressed in ponchos, the shamans passed rue leaves - believed to ward off evil and bring good luck - over photos of the Argentine pontiff, and stood by the ocean playing percussion instruments. After that, he will go to the Retirement Home of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes where he will meet the two victims of the dictatorship and will have lunch with the Pope's entourage.

Sen. Tom Cotton says Trump's words, sentiments on immigration were misrepresented

January 18, 2018

In his comments to Stephanopoulos on Sunday, Purdue was referring to an event in 2013 when, during bipartisan negotiations to avert a government shutdown, Durbin claimed that a Republican leader had told President Barack Obama, "I can not even stand to look at you".

As Shutdown Deadline Nears, Dems Spurn Funding Bill

January 18, 2018

But in addition to those issues, Democrats say protecting 800,000 so-called "DREAMers" from deportation matters a great deal. His presence on the campaign trail could boost turnout of Democratic voters who want to register their disapproval of him.

Kremlin Says US Relations One of Biggest Disappointments of 2017

January 18, 2018

The Foreign Ministry spokeswoman rebuffed the US criticism of the electoral move, calling the statement hypocritical given the ongoing investigations into Russian meddling in the 2016 USA presidential election. "And these people expressed outrage over alleged Russian 'interference" in their electoral process for an entire year?!" she wrote on social media .

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