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Malaysia's December export growth at 4.7pc y/y, below forecast

February 07, 2018

For the second month in-a-row, Malaysia's December exports grow less than expected at 4.7 per cent year-on-year. The trade surplus for December 2017 declined 19.% yoy to RM7.3 billion. Malaysia's imports from China rose 15.5 percent a year ago, mainly supported by E&E products, machinery, equipment and parts as well as petroleum products.

Lebanon leaders say Israel threatens stability on border

February 07, 2018

Meeting at the Baabda presidential palace, President Michel Aoun, Speaker Nabih Berri and Prime Minister Saad Hariri agreed to exert efforts on the regional and global levels to prevent Israel from building a cement wall on its border with Lebanon.

Russian Federation begins deportation of N. Korean staff - ambassador

February 07, 2018

The Russian ambassador to North Korea has arrived in NY to take part in a session of the UN Security Council committee on sanctions against Pyongyang. He pointed out that Russian Federation will not "forcibly deport anyone to North Korea". "We don't return anyone to North Korea by force". Matsegora arrived in NY to take part in a U.N.

Gov. Dayton Hands Off Super Bowl To '19 Host Atlanta

February 07, 2018

Super Bowl LII drew an average of 106 million viewers on NBC and digital outlets, a small decline from 111.3 million viewers a year ago, when the game on Fox went into overtime. The past two Super Bowls, which averaged overnight ratings of 48.8 (in 2017) and 49 (in 2016), were each steady with over 111 million viewers. Total non-program time (paid advertising, National Football League promos/PSAs, and NBC program promos) totaled 49 minutes/35 seconds - the third-highest on record, and ...

Melania Trump 'SNUBS' Donald in first joint appearance since adult star's claims

February 07, 2018

While it wasn't the epic swat that she gave him on a 2017 trip overseas, Melania had her gorgeous yellow Ralph Lauren coat draped like a cape over her shoulders so she could keep her arms inside the garment. In the photo you can clearly see Melania is also carrying a bag with her right hand. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump leave the White House on February 5, 2018 .

SC upholds yearlong extension of martial law in Mindanao

February 07, 2018

Sereno, Senior Justice Antonio T. Carpio (with separate opinion), and Justices Marvic M.V.F. Leonen (with separate opinion), Francis H. Jardeleza (with separate opinion), and Alfredo Benjamin S. Solicitor General Jose C. Calida also said that aside from the Maute, more than a dozen terrorist groups are present and recruiting members in Mindanao.

North Korea slams Trump's 'sinister' State of Union address

February 07, 2018

Pyongyang claimed Trump's speech revealed a "sinister intention". United States President Donald Trump and his South Korean counterpart Moon Jae-in spoke over the phone on Friday and agreed to address the human rights violations in North Korea.

Kelly: Trump not expected to extend DACA deadline

February 07, 2018

His words suggest that Trump may use a government shutdown as a way to threaten policymakers to get on board with his immigration framework - an exploitative move, given how Trump consistently casts blame on the Democrats. He set an expiry date of 5 March and called on Congress to find a solution. During an impromptu interview with USA media, Mr Kelly stressed that Daca permit holders would not be a priority for deportation after the deadline passes.

Powerball victor sues for anonymity over $560m jackpot

February 07, 2018

Because the latest victor has already signed her name on the winning ticket, any adjustment to the signature would nullify the ticket for $559.7 million. "She wishes to continue this work and the freedom to walk into a grocery store or attend public events without being known or targeted as the victor of a half-billion dollars".

Defending champion Brett Rumford feels the love for World Super 6 return

February 07, 2018

The 40-year-old six-time European Tour victor said he was actually under less pressure than 2017 when he was aiming to win back his European Tour card. Rumford, who is searching for greater consistency in 2018, said he was feeling good coming off a week's break. Rumford said the unique nature of the Perth tournament meant players needed to take a different mental approach.

LANE | Indiana ends losing streak at Rutgers

February 07, 2018

IN also remained unbeaten all time against Rutgers . Rutgers will continue to look for its first win vs. Indiana , as the Hoosiers improved to 6-0 all-time against the Scarlet Knights in a series that dates back to 1980. The Scarlet Knights are 12-13 overall, 2-10 in the Big Ten and 9-8 against the spread. IN is shooting just 64.9 percent from the line in league play.

Pakistan to deliver verdict in blasphemy murder case

February 07, 2018

Three suspects including Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's Tehseel Councilor Arif, Sabir Mayar, a leader of a student organization and Assad Zia, an employee of the university still remain at large. An official report released months later concluded Khan was falsely accused, saying the murder was instigated by members of a secular student group who felt threatened by Khan's growing prominence as a critic of rising fees and alleged corruption at the university.

UK Prime Minister responds to Trump criticism of NHS

February 07, 2018

Patients without health insurance who require treatment can face crippling medical bills. Nearly no one in Britain is bankrupted by medical expenses, no one needs to delay medical treatment until he or she can afford it, and virtually everyone is covered.

Killer took victim's remains in suitcase on train

February 07, 2018

During a news conference Tuesday, police said that detectives believe that Gutierrez dismembered the body before taking it on a Metro Gold Line train in a suitcase. Coroner's officials have been unable to identify the remains or confirm whether the person was a man or woman. Police bloodhounds were able to track Gutierrez's movements, and several homeless people in the area identified him, Hays said.

Jail anyone calling Indian Muslims 'Pakistani', says Asaduddin Owaisi

February 07, 2018

A few days ago, Owaisi also criticised the government on triple talaq and said law is not the solution to social problems, even as he claimed that triple talaq bill was a ploy to send Muslim men to jail. After Katiyar's comments, Asaduddin Owaisi responded by saying, "Now what can we say?" Now I can't even hoist the tricolour at free will. Bareilly district magistrate Vikram Singh was recently under severe criticism over a Facebook post in which he said: "A very unusual trend has started ...

Tillerson Believes 'Russian Meddling' in Foreign Elections Difficult to Preempt

February 07, 2018

Tillerson , speaking to Fox News during a tour of Latin America, said "there's a lot of ways that the Russians can meddle in the elections, a lot of different tools they can use". in 2018", Tillerson said. "We'll have to see what happens", Tillerson said at a news conference in Lima. Investigation of the Russia alleged interference in the USA elections in 2016 is conducted by the FBI, special prosecutor Robert Muller and the special committees for the investigation of the Senate and ...

Protesters block fans from Super Bowl

February 07, 2018

The biggest question after Super Bowl LII concludes-will the Super Bowl return to Minneapolis? 24 percent of Super Bowl viewers say the ads are the best part of the experience. People come from all over the world just to shop. But Minnesotans felt proud of the show their home state put on during the week as Super Bowl hosts.

Miguna Miguna 'teleported' to Kajiado

February 07, 2018

Miguna was arrested on Friday and police have been detaining him at Lari Police Station since then despite orders to release him. The youths formed a large circle outside Milimani Law courts in Nairobi and set on fire the flags, while chanting anti-USA slogans.

General Motors Company (GM)- Restated Stocks Active on Selling Boundary

February 07, 2018

It has underperformed by 33.33% the S&P500. PRICE T ROWE ASSOCIATES INC /MD/ also announced decreased position in Apple Inc. The stock was sold at an average price of $43.08, for a total transaction of $2,173,084.44. F trades with a P/S ratio of 0.26. Short-term as well long term investors always focus on the liquidity of the stocks so for that concern, liquidity measure in recent quarter results of the company was recorded 1.20 as current ratio and on the opponent side the debt to equity ...

Rand up on SONA postponement

February 07, 2018

Speaking after Mbete announced that the Sona would be postponed to create enough time for a "much more conducive political atmosphere" to be established‚ Modise said that a new date for the event had not yet been scheduled - but that they wanted it sooner rather than later.

Another wild ride for global stock markets

February 07, 2018

Or whether it's the correction market watchers have been predicting. He said the market was a long way from turning into a bear market , a period when the market pulls back 20 percent from its record high. USA stock markets remain volatile following a violent correction in values that has hit financial markets across the world. The jitters set in on Friday after months and years of rising markets.

Trump Says No Deal on DACA Without a Wall

February 07, 2018

All of these major news stories (and others) have centered around immigration - and more specifically, Washington's inability to agree on what to do as President Trump's deadline to end the Obama administration's Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (or DACA) policy fast approaches.

Saudi Telecom gets rights to broadcast local pro

February 07, 2018

If the deal is formalized, it would appear to transfer rights to broadcast Saudi soccer away from media conglomerate MBC Group, which in 2014 signed a 10 year deal to secure them. MBC declined to comment when contacted by Reuters on Tuesday. The telecom signed the memorandum of understanding with the government's General Sports Authority for exclusive rights of the game, including Saudi Arabia's Professional Football League and the national team, plus sponsorship rights.

More memos to come, says House GOP

February 07, 2018

Schiff said the panel is in rare bipartisan agreement that the terms offered are unacceptable. In his interview Monday afternoon, Schiff noted it might be an upgrade from the time a year ago that Trump called him "Sleazy Adam Schiff". Steele's research, according to the memo, "formed an essential part" of the warrant application. The FBI routinely relies on mobsters, terrorists and other miscreants as witnesses and informants.

MBB Wins at Oklahoma State, 67-56

February 07, 2018

The Cowboys (14-10 overall, 4-7 Big 12) responded to their coach's motivation with eight straight points. Baylor won the rebounding battle 33-30 and hit all nine free throw attempts. In OSU's 67-56 loss against Baylor on Tuesday night, Boynton's fiery speech to his players during a timeout ignited a huge spark, though it wasn't enough to get the Cowboys' second consecutive win.

Marijuana, liquor sales to be kept separate in BC

February 07, 2018

The operating rules governing public and private retail stores will be similar to those now in place for liquor, according to the government. The province has only said it wants to see legalized pot sold in a mixture of private and public outlets - but those expectations will likely be clarified today.

Tillerson says 'we'll see' of US-NKorea meeting

February 07, 2018

Skeptics say that the North is trying to use the Olympics to weaken US -led sanctions and pressure and buy more time to advance its nuclear weapons and missiles program. Pence stopped in Anchorage, Alaska, on Monday to visit missile defense facilities that monitor and could respond to a launch by North Korea. "The vice president will be there with Mr.

Nunes' memo promises much and delivers nothing remotely credible

February 07, 2018

So the attacks that started before Trump was president continue today. Recent news reports have said the tip involved Papadopoulos disclosing over drinks with a European diplomat that the Russians had Hillary Clinton's emails. It seems to be an attempt by Nunes to incorporate Brady defendant protections applicable in criminal trials at the surveillance stage, and I will be curious as to what criminal law experts think of this proposal.

Parametrica Management Ltd Purchases Shares of 3246 Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MMC)

February 07, 2018

About 5.42 million shares traded or 24.64% up from the average. Wolverine World Wide, Inc. They expect that Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:PPSI) or 7 shares. Of the analysts surveyed by Reuters that track Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. TRADEMARK VIOLATION NOTICE: "Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE:MMC) Upgraded to Buy at Zacks Investment Research " was originally reported by The Lincolnian Online and is owned by of The Lincolnian Online.

Compania de Minas Buenaventura SAA Sees Unusually High Options Volume (NYSE:BVN)

February 07, 2018

It has outperformed by 61.89% the S&P500. Majedie Asset Management Ltd now owns 2,024,790 shares of the mining company's stock worth $25,897,000 after buying an additional 665,390 shares during the period. Its up 0.30, from 1 in 2017Q2. It is positive, as 12 investors sold EEFT shares while 87 reduced holdings. Bnp Paribas Arbitrage holds 0% or 24,337 shares in its portfolio.

Elezioni, è subito scontro. Di Maio: 'Ecco gli impresentabili del Pd'

February 07, 2018

Gli stessi dati riferiti all'attuale leader nazionale Matteo Renzi riguarderebbero in realtà il suo vecchio ufficio di Sindaco , compreso il numero di telefono fisso che è stato pubblicato da molti sui vari social networks. "Ieri ho sentito dal segretario del Pd Matteo Renzi ", ha esordito Di Maio , "una affermazione infamante del Movimento 5 Stelle: ha infatti detto che abbiamo candidato degli impresentabili nelle nostre liste".

Ohio State AD crushes Jimbo Fisher salary: 'It's so ridiculous'

February 07, 2018

On Tuesday, The Lantern's Colin Hass-Hill relayed Smith's message to Ohio State's Board of Trustees' Talent and Compensation Committee in which Smith called Texas A&M's contract for Fisher "ridiculous". That would make Meyer the nation's fourth-highest-paid coach this past season - behind only Saban, Clemson's Dabo Swinney ($8.5 million) and Michigan's Jim Harbaugh ($7 million).

Morgue worker fired for abusing corpse of dead 'Big Brother' star

February 07, 2018

Oksana Aplekaeva was murdered in 2008 and her killer has never been found, but police in Russian Federation received new information. Investigators tested evidence taken from the exhumed body and reportedly traced the DNA to a man identified only as Alexander, a forensic morgue technician who worked at the morgue where Aplekaeva's body was taken after her death.

Democrat MEMO on Russian Federation probe to be reviewed by White House

February 07, 2018

She said the Trump administration "will follow the same process and procedure" it did with the Republican document, meaning Trump has five days to decide whether to allow the Democratic memo's publication. Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island, are also planning to make make floor speeches to call on Republicans to end what they call a smear campaign against the Russian Federation investigation Tuesday evening.

Paris Attacks Suspect Appears In Court On Separate Terrorism Charges

February 07, 2018

A French citizen, he was born and raised among the Belgian capital's large Moroccan immigrant community. Abdeslam escaped over the rooftops, but was caught three days later . That night 130 people were killed. The same cell is believed to have been behind both the Paris and Brussels attacks, which were claimed by the Islamic State group.

TRACKING: Accumulating snow causing travel difficulties today

February 07, 2018

Louis, with the St. Louis region seeing about 1/2 inch. Expect travel delays for both the Wednesday morning and Wednesday evening commute. The snow melts into freezing rain as it falls, he said . Northwest wind 9 to 18 miles per hour, with gusts as high as 32 miles per hour. In the Kansas City area, daytime snowfall could be less than 1 inch, after 4 p.m.

UK Court Upholds Assange Arrest Warrant

February 07, 2018

The Australian activist sought asylum at the Ecuadorian embassy in London to avoid his extradition to Sweden, where he was wanted for alleged sexual crimes, although the Swedish Justice closed the case in May, last year. In front of a packed public gallery at Westminster Magistrates' Court, she said not surrendering to bail was a standalone offence under the Bail Act.

SpaceX's Largest Rocket, Falcon Heavy, Just Sent A Tesla Roadster into Orbit

February 07, 2018

Falcon Heavy is now the most powerful commercial rocket. Nonetheless, the test launch did exactly what SpaceX wanted it to: Send Musk's Tesla into space. And according to SpaceX, the Falcon Heavy could change the game for anyone hoping to launch large payloads to orbit, the moon, or Mars. In a typical Musk flourish, the auto will be blasting out David Bowie's "Space Oddity" as it leaves the atmosphere.

Poll reveals New Mexicans' views on Trump immigration plan

February 07, 2018

Former Prime Minister Stephen Harper cleaned up Canada's immigration mess and his smart template is what President Donald Trump's State of the Union address this week aims to emulate. Looking into the House Gallery at the couple and their baby, Trump said, "You embody the goodness of our nation". "March 5th is rapidly approaching and the Democrats are doing nothing about DACA ", Trump wrote Thursday.

Market mayhem puts Trump in a tough spot

February 07, 2018

The internet joined in on poking fun at the irony. According to a spokesman , Trump liquidated his stock holdings in the summer of 2016. The best way to respond to the story, aides decided, was to downplay it altogether: markets fluctuate, they said , and the economy is on a positive long-term trajectory.

Here's What You Need to Know about the FBI Memo Controversy

February 07, 2018

But people close to the White House said they anticipated that the president would release the Democratic memo - with parts blacked out - once it went through a national security and legal review. Steve Bannon, the former chief strategist to President Donald Trump , is scheduled to speak with special counsel Robert Mueller's investigators next week as they probe possible obstruction of justice by the president.

PM Modi's estranged wife injured in auto accident in Rajasthan

February 07, 2018

Describing it as a "narrow escape", a report in The Indian Express confirmed that a relative, Vasantbhai Modi, died in the accident. She was immediately rushed to the Chittoor hospital. "Preliminary investigation suggests that the deceased, Basantbhai Modi is a cousin of Jashodaben", said Rajora. The accused truck driver has been detained.

Trump, Democrats fight over release of "alternative memo" on FBI Russia probe

February 07, 2018

Democrats stoutly resisted the memo's release, saying it was "deliberately misleading" and possibly meant to lay the groundwork for Trump to fire senior officials and subvert the Russian Federation election meddling investigation led by Robert Mueller .

Toronto supports Black History Month events

February 07, 2018

Santina Lokonobei, UAAS co-president and senior biology major, said she's excited to get students involved in Black History Month . Terrence Hardee ( pictured ), the director of workforce development at Cumberland County Community College, said that Black History Month offers a chance for all Americans to recognize the important contributions of blacks.

Asfandyar participates in Islamabad sit-in, seeks justice for Naqeebullah Mehsud

February 07, 2018

He said Rao Anwar has not only killed Naqeeb Mehsud, but he is also responsible for the murder of many other innocent Pakhtuns. The Awami National Party (ANP) president Asfandyar Wali Khan said while addressing the sit-in in Islamabad against the extrajudicial killing of Naqeebullah Mehsud from South Waziristan on Monday that former senior police office Rao Anwar should be arrested and punished for his misdeeds.

Top gymnastics coach with ties to Larry Nassar under investigation

February 07, 2018

Geddert's lawyer could not be immediately reached for comment. The latest sentence of 40 to 125 years was for molesting young athletes at Twistars, an elite MI gymnastics club. Amy Preston, mother of an unidentified Nassar victim who was trained at Twistars, said in court that her daughter suffered under Geddert's emotional abuse, which she said Nassar exploited to build trust with the young gymnast.

Trump Dismisses Any DACA Deal That Doesn't Embrace Wall Funding

February 07, 2018

Senate aides told the Journal that the plan would provide people who have resided in the USA since December 31, 2013, with legal status and a path to citizenship. The plan would also provide more people with a path to citizenship and legal status than Trump's original plan did. Most came from Mexico and Central American countries.

Trump threatens government shutdown if Congress doesn't fix immigration laws

February 07, 2018

Trump has framed the offer as Congress's best chance to save the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, which he scrapped past year. Trump has since tweeted at Democrats about how a deadline for DACA is fast approaching, taunting them that their unwillingness to accept his offer will result in no DACA fix.

How Trump's Immigration Proposal Compares With Other Plans — CHART

February 07, 2018

The split on support for the wall also happens to mirror Trump's approval rating in many polls, and unsurprisingly, there's Trump's base and everyone else - 68 percent of Republicans want the wall built, while fewer than one-in-five Democrats and one-in-three independents say so.

Watch the first clip for Wes Anderson's Isle of Dogs

February 07, 2018

The clip is pretty much what you would expect from a Wes Anderson movie completely with his perfectly composed frames and dry sense of humor. Isle of Dogs will open the Berlin Film Festival on February 15, but domestic dog lovers will have their crack at Anderson's film when it debuts Stateside on March 23.

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