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Kerala CM bats for song, says intolerance can't be accepted

February 17, 2018

Referring to the police complaint in Hyderabad against the films director, Omar Lulu, over the song Mani Manikya Malaraya poovi , Vijayan said intolerance from any quarter can not be accepted. "Manikyamalar" song is a regular item at Muslim houses, especially during weddings. The song, Vijayan said, depicts the love between Muhammed Nabi and Khadeeja Beevi and the marriage that followed.

Sessions orders review of FBI, DOJ procedures after Florida school shooting

February 17, 2018

The teenager is charged with 17 counts of premeditated murder. All administrators, teachers, current and future students, at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School should not be forced to relive this tragedy every day. "I didn't hear anything else about it until yesterday, when they called and asked to meet with me", Bennight said. You should start receiving the e-newsletters within a couple days.

Surrey man dies in Vancouver shooting

February 17, 2018

It is too early to tell at this stage of the investigation if another party was involved or if the wound was self-inflicted, said Doucette. He was then rushed to hospital where he died later. The shooting, which marks Vancouver's sixth homicide of 2018, startled the quiet neighbourhood and triggered hold-and-secure protocols at two nearby schools.

Flood Warning Expires But Watch Continues; Several Roads Remain Closed

February 17, 2018

Putnam County Schools in West Virginia and Boyd County Schools in Kentucky released students early Friday because of high water. U.S. Route 22, west of state Route 43, also was restricted because of a plugged culvert, he said. Most recent data from the National Weather Service indicates the river at Wheeling and Moundsville will crest at flood stage sometime from 3-6 p.m.

Sri Lankan PM vows to continue unity government

February 17, 2018

Speaking to media at Temple Trees this afternoon, the Premier said the January 8th mandate given by the people will be taken forward. "We are now looking inwards as to what we have done, what we should have done". He said his own party, the UNP would undergo a major restructuring process and a new party leader would soon be elected. This was also the culmination of a soured relationship between Sirisena and Wickremesinghe after the latter had helped the former defeat Rajapaksa in the 2015 ...

Volume Buzzers on Charts: Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (NYSE:AEM)

February 17, 2018

About 918,852 shares traded or 27.74% up from the average. Green Dot Corporation (NYSE:GDOT) has risen 53.57% since February 15, 2017 and is uptrending. Stretch Colin sold $127,573 worth of stock or 750 shares. Out of the important value indicator of stocks, EPS growth rate is most important. D'AMICO LANCE E sold 10,000 shares worth $920,699.

Bill Barrett Corp (BBG): Stock to Keep Your Eyes on

February 17, 2018

WH Ireland maintained Petards Group plc (LON:PEG) rating on Monday, October 12. A rating of 1 or 2 would be indicating a Buy recommendation. As per Wednesday, March 16, the company rating was maintained by Beaufort Securities. Manufacturers Life Insur The reported 0% stake. State Street holds 0% or 1.78M shares. Deprince Race & Zollo reported 0.02% in Bill Barrett Corporation (NYSE:BBG).

South Jersey officials stress safety plans after Florida school shooting

February 17, 2018

Teachers prepare for lockdowns on a regular basis and the schools holds drills once a month. "All of those drills occur when students are in the classroom". "Staff and students are empowered to dial 9-1-1 if their safety or the safety of others is compromised". "If you see something, say something". "What we have to be able to answer is have we put in place all of the options that we possibly can to ensure the safety and security of our staff and students?" "We do our own investigation in ...

Is Zions Bancorporation (ZION) a Buy? The Stock Rises Again

February 17, 2018

The stock decreased 0.19% or $0.1 during the last trading session, reaching $51.96. FIG Partners analyst T. Coffey now forecasts that the bank will earn $2.83 per share for the year, down from their previous forecast of $2.85. Cohen Lawrence B, a Massachusetts-based fund reported 1,917 shares. Virginia Retirement Et Al stated it has 0.05% in Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ:ZION).

Russia says five of its citizens died in US strike in Syria

February 17, 2018

However, the dynamic nature of the field of battle can not be disputed by either side where troops from countries with conflicting interests often bump into each other increasing the chances of the escalation of an all-out war with each other.

LGBT groups condemn Fla. high school shooting

February 17, 2018

To the parents, he said, "love your kids, hold your kids, kiss your kids". Instead, President Trump pointed fingers and regurgitated exhausted GOP talking points, as he attempted to protect the real culprits in our nation of massacres: the legislators controlled by the National Rifle Association lobby and its endless stream of money.

We will win Bijepur by-poll by huge margin: Naveen

February 17, 2018

During his visit to Delhi, Patnaik had attended a function of Hockey India yesterday for conducting the Hockey World Cup scheduled to be held here from November 28 to December 16 this year. "It was just a courtesy call". We met for 20 minutes. However, Patnaik said "I didn't discussed anything about political issues rather presented "The Tall Man Biju Patnaik" Book to him and discussed about the life of Biju babu".

Mueller lands another guilty plea in Russian Federation probe

February 17, 2018

It was revealed the same day prosecutors charged 13 Russians and three Russian companies with an extensive scheme to meddle in the US elections. Richard Pinedo pled guilty for allegedly stealing personal information from an online auction business and sold those identities to people outside of the country, according to U.S District Court documents unsealed Friday .

Russia Is Already Trying to Undermine the 2018 Elections, Top Spies Say

February 17, 2018

He offered to describe that analysis only in a closed, classified session. "Certain questions remain with respect to the true extent of Russian interference in the 2016 elections ", said committee vice chairman Senator Mark Warner. King went on to say that the USA needs a clear doctrine for fighting cyberattacks, or else we're fighting with our hands tied behind our back. Coats, a former senator appointed by President Donald Trump as Washington's top intelligence official, said he ...

Russian skier killed by avalanche in Gulmarg

February 17, 2018

This is second skiing-related death at the Gulmarg resort in the past month. Meanwhile, department of Tourism has expressed grief over the demise of the skier. The "Gulmarg Gondola" is one of the world's highest cable cars, ferrying passengers to an altitude of 4,100 meters (13,500 feet) and depositing them at the top of a dizzying run that challenges even the most experienced skiers.

Inmates cheer for suspected Chicago cop killer, video shows

February 17, 2018

The video was taken moments after the 44-year-old Legghette appeared in court on charges of first-degree murder of a peace officer, armed violence, unlawful use of a weapon by a felon and possession of a controlled substance. All of those in the cell are still awaiting their trials, NBC reported. Flags were ordered to be lowered from sunrise Thursday, February 15 until sunset Saturday, February 17, to honor Commander Bauer.

NBC's Olympics Ratings Fall To Worst Night Of Winter Games

February 17, 2018

At the beginning of the Games, curling reached the No. 2 selling Olympic sport behind hockey for a few days as shirts with the Team USA curling were in demand. Nine U.S. Olympians are representing Pennsylvania in the games, most of whom play for the men's ice hockey team. The medal race has begun and in the lead is Norway with a total of nine medals, three of them gold .

Karnataka budget: Excise duty on liquor hiked by 8 percent

February 17, 2018

In a good news for the Karnataka government employees, the Sixth State Pay Commission appointed by the state government in June 2017, has recommended a 30 percent increase in the salaries of around 5.20 lakh employees and 73,000 employees from "aided institutions".

Andhra Pradesh: Seven Workers Inhale Poisonous Gas While Cleaning Septic Tank, Die

February 17, 2018

After initial probe, the police said it appeared that the sanitation supervisor of the hatcheries couldn't assess the situation in the septic tank before sending the workers inside. Andhra Pradesh Police further said that four workers were declared brought dead by doctors, while three others died during treatment. All the deceased come from poor families in Chittoor district except for one worker from Karnataka.

Mitt Romney announces he's running for Senate in Utah

February 17, 2018

Several Democrats, including Salt Lake County Councilwoman Jennie Wilson, are in the race - but not likely to beat Romney unless something very unusual happens. The former presidential candidate has been considering returning to politics for a long time. One of President Donald Trump's chief political foils in the Republican Party - a party that increasingly resembles a Trump fan club more than a group of partisan but independent thinkers - is about to storm the national scene and send ...

Neymar's Father Hits out at 'Vultures,' Slams Critics After PSG's UCL Defeat

February 17, 2018

He has scored 11 this season in Europe in just seven matches, and he won the battle of the superstars at the Bernabeu with PSG's Neymar. Ronaldo increased his Champions League tally with Madrid to 101 goals in 95 matches, a record for a player with the same club.

Kimmel to Trump after school shooting: 'You've literally done nothing'

February 17, 2018

On Thursday, a local leader of the white nationalist militia Republic of Florida , Jordan Jereb, said Cruz had participated in paramilitary training with that group at some point, though Reuters could not immediately verify this. "Right now, I think we need to take a breath and collect the facts", House Speaker Paul Ryan, who received $171,977 from the NRA during the 2016 election cycle according to Politico , said on Thursday in an interview to in radio station WIBC quoted in Reuters .

We did not demand ban on PFI, says Kerala CM

February 17, 2018

But Kerala had not made such a demand anywhere any time. Organisations like the PFI can not be countered with a ban, he added. Vijayan said its not the government policy to seek ban on such organisations of any religion. The chief minister further said the state government has been taking strong action against communalism and extremism and the results are evident on the law and order front.

Congress doesn't make false promises like BJP: Rahul Gandhi

February 17, 2018

The Congress president was here to canvas for his party on the last day of campaigning in the north eastern state ruled by CPI (M)-Left Front for nearly 25 years. In what can only be considered an extension of his strategy in last year's Gujarat elections, Congress chief Rahul Gandhi has been visiting a slew of temples in poll-bound Karnataka.

Burt Reynolds is Back in First Trailer for "The Last Movie Star"

February 17, 2018

It's a sadly common career arc that many a former heartthrob sees, and one that Reynolds lightheartedly sends up in The Last Movie Star . Previously titled Dog Days , it made its world premiere past year at the Tribeca Film Festival, receiving positive reviews from critics.

Never without my handbag, woman jumps on X-ray machine

February 17, 2018

Chinese media site Pearl Video , posted a video of the weird incident onto its Facebook page saying, "A woman climbed into security inspection machine with her handbag, to prevent theft". The video also shows the woman climbing out of the security machine. When told that all her valuables would have to pass through the machine, she turned around and was seen hopping onto the conveyor belt as well.

Led coalition strikes may have killed 5 Russians in Syria, Moscow says

February 17, 2018

Given such a reaction, chances are that the Kremlin will choose not to escalate over the incident. Russian media said Russian private contractors and pro-government forces advanced on oil fields in the eastern Deir el-Zour province and were targeted by the United States.

School building where Fla. shooting took place likely to be razed

February 17, 2018

Trump said he plans to meet with governors and state attorneys general to discuss the mental health problems in coming weeks. Ernest Rospierski, a teacher at the school, took several bracing breaths at the vigil as he talked to a reporter about the horror in the school halls.

Rick Gates Reportedly Finalizing Plea Deal With Mueller's Team

February 17, 2018

Paul Manafort, the former campaign chairman for President Donald Trump, and his business associate Rick Gates were in federal court on Wednesday for a routine status conference. Gates, 45, joined the Trump campaign in April 2016, at the same time as Manafort, his mentor. This news about a possible plea deal comes as investigators are reportedly preparing to file new charges against Gates.

Trump has not directed the Federal Bureau of Investigation to address Russian meddling in 2018

February 17, 2018

He said the more transparency the government can provide to the American people that this is a real threat that is going to happen, the better. Much of the Committee session focused on the topic of Russian meddling in USA elections and cyber threats posed by Russian agencies and related organizations, however many Senators at the meeting also expressed concern over China's activities across the globe.

Distraught Mother of Jewish Florida Shooting Victim: 'Action, We Need It Now!'

February 17, 2018

Trump says the entire nation "with one heavy heart" is praying for the victims and their families . NewTown. On and on: "In America, mass shootings have become so familiar that they seem to follow the same sad script". The president made no mention of the topic Thursday during his first public remarks on the shooting, though he did pledge to address mental health issues and school security.

Trump inauguration committee paid two companies $50 million for event planning

February 17, 2018

The company, WIS Media Partners, is described in the tax filings as an "event production" firm, but California state incorporation records do not list the firm's owner. Tom Barrack , chairman of the committee, had pledged to donate whatever was left to charity, but as of last month had not yet revealed where the surplus money would be spent.

Analyst Opinion of: Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN), Ametek Inc. (AME)

February 17, 2018

Huntington Bancshares ( HBAN ) traded up $0.37 during trading on Thursday, hitting $15.89. The company had seen its current volume reaching at 13.65 million shares in the last trade. The company has market cap of $397.74 million. Profund Advsrs Ltd Llc reported 39,898 shares. (NYSE:V) or 49,702 shares. Hightower Advsr Limited invested in 0.03% or 221,249 shares.

President Trump to visit Florida after school shooting

February 17, 2018

President Donald Trump has often pointed to mental illness as the underlying cause for mass shootings , but one of his earliest actions as president was to undo a regulation that would have made it more hard for people with a known mental illness to buy guns .

Florida school shooting revives debate over gun laws

February 17, 2018

The vigil began with a moment of silence for those slain at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High school in Parkland. "To pass more gun laws to restrict - to make it harder to get guns, because it doesn't make sense how guns are so easily acquired", Dicovan said.

Kerala priest, accused of raping foreigner, surrenders

February 17, 2018

According to church sources, Thomas Thanninilkumthadathil, vicar of St. Mathews Church, Perumthuruth, near Kaduthuruthy, has been removed from the post of vicar and banned from discharging his ecclesiastic duties. "She has undergone medical tests as part of the investigation and as soon the results are made available to us, necessary steps will be taken", police officials said.

McDonald's taking cheeseburger off Happy Meal menu. Will it make a difference?

February 17, 2018

By this June, McDonald's promises to have all Happy Meal menu options be 600 calories or fewer, plus they will fit the new criteria for sugar and saturated fat. There is certainly room for improvement for fast-food companies who have kid focused meals, but in the end, it is important progress that could lead to even healthier options and healthier children.

Stock On the Run: Banco Santander, SA

February 17, 2018

According to the Analysts, the Low Earnings estimate for the current quarter is $0.97, while the High earnings estimate is $1.06.Comparatively, EPS for the same quarter past year was $1.05. Large investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. Banco Santander, SA is a retail and commercial bank. Shares of Banco Santander-Chile (BSAC) traded up $0.11 during trading hours on Friday, reaching $33.01.

ACLU sues to block OH law banning Down syndrome abortions

February 17, 2018

Governor John Kasich signed House Bill 214 into law late previous year, although it is not scheduled to take effect until March 23, 2018. Sitting before reporters with Nora in her lap, Chestnut argues why she thinks the abortion ban shouldn't be allowed to take effect.

Olimpiadi al via, c'è anche la sorella di Kim

February 17, 2018

Cancellata invece la prova di discesa libera valida per la combinata che si doveva svolgere domani in vista della gara di martedì. Le altre sono state chiuse nelle loro camere d'albergo e messe in quarantena per evitare il rischio di contagio.

Russian FM: 5 Russians killed in US Syria strike

February 17, 2018

But it insisted that reports placing the Russian death toll in the dozens or hundreds were "disinformation". " Russian officers maintained continuous communication with USA military officials through the deconfliction hotline", ISW wrote , "to obfuscate Russia's direct role in the incident".

Police injured at RBT stop in south-west Sydney

February 17, 2018

According to 9 News, the officers were struck down during an RBT operation by a speeding vehicle on Campbelltown Road, Woodbine. NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller visited the less seriously injured officer at Liverpool Hospital on Saturday.

USA never gave 'heavy arms' to Kurdish YPG in Syria: Tillerson

February 17, 2018

But former State Department officials said the meeting strayed from normal protocol. And he further upped the ante by warning U.S. troops to leave Manbij, a YPG-held town east of Afrin, raising fears of a clash between the allies. Tillerson was in Ankara to discuss growing tensions over the U.S. military's anti-Islamic State (IS) alliance with the YPG, a Kurdish militia in Syria.

PODCAST: Lakers end first half with loss to Timberwolves

February 17, 2018

Minnesota is fourth in the Western Conference , trialing San Antonio by just 1/2 game. Isaiah Thomas, in just his third game for the Lakers since being acquired from Cleveland last week, shot just 3-for-15 and finished with seven points.

N offered me Senate ticket in exchange for maligning army: Ayesha Gulalai

February 17, 2018

The former prime minister and PML-N head Nawaz Sharif diatribe on judiciary saying that Iqama wan not a big crime for the ouster of prime minister, however the conspiracies will not work further more as people buried politics of allegations in Lodhran.

Trump calls Florida suspect 'mentally disturbed,' does not mention gun control

February 17, 2018

We must also work together create a culture in our country that embraces the dignity of life, that creates deep and meaningful human connections, and that turns classmates and colleagues into friends and neighbors. "Because if we do, and we get used to it, it's going to happen again". "Our students are asking for that conversation", he said. Do something. action! We need it now! As investigators tried to establish the motive for Wednesday's shooting rampage, students and neighbors ...

EU Demands More Consumer Protections From Social Media

February 17, 2018

The executive arm of the European Union is exhausted of waiting for social media companies to comply with the EU's consumer protection rules, saying today that industry giants such as Facebook Inc., Twitter Inc. Although Google+ has not met all of the EU's requirements, the commission said Google is the only company with proposals that appear to address all of its issues fully.

Brazilian gov. seeks control of local police amid crisis

February 17, 2018

This is a metastasis that is spreading in our country and it threatens our people. "There will more deaths than we already have", he said. "When the House, the Senate and parties' speakers in Congress say they are ready to, President Temer will revoke the decree and enact a guarantee of law and order", Jungmann said.

Muse release new song 'Thought Contagion'

February 17, 2018

The song " Thought Contagion " recently premiered on Annie Mac's BBC Radio 1 show, and during an interview with the band it was revealed the track was "inspired by Richard Dawkins and the concept of memes". The concert, set for February 24, will also be completely live streamed on the band's Facebook page , Twitter feed , and YouTube channel ! Matt Bellamy , Dominic Howard and Chris Wolstenholme formed Muse in 1994.

ICE sweep leads to dozens of arrests in LA

February 17, 2018

Police issued a dispersal order but no one was arrested. More than 55 percent of the arrestees had prior felony convictions for serious or violent offenses, such as child sex crimes, weapons charges, and assault, or had past convictions for significant or multiple misdemeanors, Homan said.

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