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Aidan James: Briton 'fighting against Isis in Syria' charged with terror offences

February 18, 2018

Earlier this month, Erdogan accused the United States of sending stockpiles of weapons to the YPG in Syria , a claim Tillerson himself denied on Thursday. "We're going to work through the issues that are causing difficulties for us and we're going to resolve them". "We find ourselves in a bit of crisis point in the relationship", he said at a news conference.

Polar Plunge to be held at Elks Lodge

February 18, 2018

The Special Olympics provides services for 12,000 athletes in Northwest Missouri. "I love what I do", Hamilton said after he'd emerged from the lake and changed into dry clothes. Mike Murphy had the best individual costume. The plunge is done in groups. The largest fundraising team was the Rockets, whose 20 members raised $11,169.

Kurdish doctors report suspected Turkish gas attack on Syria's Afrin

February 18, 2018

SANA, as well as Kurdish news outlets including Kurdistan 24, quoted doctor Khalil Sabri at the Afrin hospital as saying the attack occurred on the village of Aranda and that victims suffered shortness of breath, skin rashes, vomiting and low blood pressure.

IN 84, Iowa 82 — Postgame observations

February 18, 2018

Archie Miller talked repeatedly in the lead up to this game about Iowa's offensive prowess and the Hawkeyes made him look like a genius at the beginning of the game. Johnson was simply on fire from beyond the arc. Johnson hit back to back three pointers before the halftime break to send the Hoosiers into the half trailing 45-42.

H&E Equipment Services Reports Quarterly Cash Dividend

February 18, 2018

The firm has "Sell" rating by UBS given on Friday, October 7. The rating was upgraded by Longbow on Friday, January 15 to "Buy". H&E Equipment Services, Inc . Impax Laboratories, Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical company, develops, makes, and markets bioequivalent pharmaceutical products. Assenagon Asset Management S.A.

Purdue-Penn State basketball

February 18, 2018

How can I watch the Purdue-Penn State basketball game online? You can watch the game online through BTN2GO. Penn State is looking to snap a three-game skid in season openers. Penn State has also won its previous four games going into this contest, including a 79-56 victory its last game over No. 8 Ohio State. One season ago, to give context, every Big Ten team that won 10 or more conference games made the NCAA Tournament except for Iowa.

Immolation by Dalit activist sparks protests

February 18, 2018

Sharing a post on Twitter, Mevani said, " Jignesh Mevani was pulled out of the auto in a very uncivilised manner, his vehicle keys were broken and detained by the police while on the way to a peaceful protest at Ambedkar statue in Sarangpur, Ahmedabad ".

Latvian finance minister says central bank chief should step down during investigation

February 18, 2018

Both the prime minister's office and the finance ministry declined to comment. The detention followed a search by authorities of the governor's office and private property, state-owned LTV reported, without saying how it got the information.

White House continues to deny Russian Federation collusion

February 18, 2018

Remember the Dirty Dossier, Uranium, Speeches, Emails and the Podesta Company!" Mr Mueller alleges that by mid-2016, the campaign - under the direction of Yevgeny Prigozhin, a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin - became focused on promoting Donald Trump and demeaning his rivals including Democrat Hillary Clinton.

Trump tweets Russian Federation is 'laughing their asses off' at US

February 18, 2018

Both Trump and his critics claimed vindication over the indictments, which mentioned the interference campaign began in 2014-before Trump announced his run for president-and also did not state any Americans knowingly assisted in their efforts.

Norway adds men's relay gold

February 18, 2018

Norway displayed absolute dominance in cross-country skiing on Sunday as it clinched the men's 4x10km relay gold medal, its fifth in the sport at the PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games. However, Norway-who were 29.8 seconds back at the halfway point-were just 3.4 seconds behind after a superb leg from Ragnhild Haga, who set up the final showdown between Bjorgen and individual sprint gold medallist Nilsson as OAR faded.

Province releases details of legal cannabis regulations

February 18, 2018

Marijuana can not be consumed or openly displayed in retail stores, and the drug will not be available in loose form, the government said. All marijuana would come from a federally licenses producer. The Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (ALGC) is responsible for providing details on the application process, licensing the retail locations and the distribution of the substance through the Act to Control and Regulate Cannabis.

Federal Bureau of Investigation acknowledges it didn't investigate tip on Florida shooter

February 18, 2018

Cruz was on Snapchat cutting both of his arms", the Florida DCF abuse hotline was told in August 2016, the paper reported. Florida's child welfare agency investigated the suspect in a school shooting that killed 17 people after he cut himself in an online video but found him stable, according to state records.

Olympics: Stoch golden again in ski jumping large hill

February 18, 2018

Germany's Andreas Wellinger, victor of the the men's normal hill individual event last Saturday (February 10), finished second with 282.3 points. "I want to say a big "thank you" to all of my teammates, and especially the coaches, because they create the opportunities for us to achieve what we can", said Stoch.

Cruz, like Trump, points to lack of collusion evidence in Russian Federation indictments

February 18, 2018

The 13 Russians charged are: Yevgeniy Viktorovich Prigozhin; Mikhail Ivanovich Bystrov; Mikhail Leonidovich Burchik; Aleksandra Yuryevna Krylova; Anna Vladislavovna Bogacheva; Sergey Pavlovich Polozov; Maria Anatolyrvna Bovda; Robert Sergetevich Bovda; Dzheykhun Nasimi Ogly; Vadim Vladimirovich Podkopaev; Gleb Igorevich Vasilchenko; Irina Viktorovna Kaverzina and Vladimir Venkov.

Malaysia on losing end, say Indonesian media

February 18, 2018

The family's spokesperson Ambrosius Ku said Adelina's parents were waiting at the funeral centre in their hometown to receive the 21-year old's remains for the last rites. Adelina had been working without a visa for about two years in Malaysia before her death. The two people in question have been arrested by the local police for forging Adelina's documents, who was reportedly only 17 years old when she was sent overseas.

School shooter bought rifle from Sunrise Tactical Supply previous year

February 18, 2018

Speaking on behalf of Michael and Lisa Morrison, owners of Sunrise Tactical Supply, attorney Douglas Rudman told reporters on Thursday evening that the couple is distraught after learning their weapon was used in such a horrific event. Sunrise Tactical Supply sold Cruz the AR-15 a year ago. Here, a man walks outside of Sunrise Tactical Supply store in Coral Springs, Florida, Feb.16, 2018.

Nagaland Polls: BJP Releases Manifesto in Dimapur

February 18, 2018

War of words among the political leaders are also continuing during the election campaign rallies and meetings in the poll bound state. In a statement issued here, Rio, who won the 2014 Lok Sabha election on Naga People's Front (NPF) ticket, said he has submitted his resignation to Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan.

15 lakh young voters to exercise franchise

February 18, 2018

The final roll will be printed on February 28. Around 4,552 voters have enrolled for the third gender option of which 1,439 are from Bengaluru alone. "We will ensure that they are given all assistance as we do not want them to stay away from work owing to their disability", he said. The final list would be announced on February 28 he added.

Pavon hits the fron at Opman Open

February 18, 2018

There's going to be hundreds of shots that I hit in my career that I'm not happy with and that was just one of them. It's a hot day and it's taken a lot out of me. Darren Clarke has made successive cuts on the European Tour for the first time since 2016 - and he did it in style. The 90th-ranked Luiten credited some hot iron play for his success after a cracked driver set him back a year ago when he had just two top-10 finishes the whole season.

PM lays foundation for Navi Mumbai International Airport

February 18, 2018

Modi said. "Aviation will also boost the tourism sector in the country", the Prime Minister said at the inauguration function. " India's aviation sector is growing tremendously". At the same event, he will also dedicate to the nation the fourth container terminal at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Container Terminal (JNPT). The Navi Mumbai International Airport will be the second international aviation hub for the financial capital, presently served by the Chhatrapati Shivaji International ...

Obama Has Tweeted About Guns 52 Times-Trump, Just 4

February 18, 2018

He raised the issue again in his televised public address, saying that the government was committed to "tackle the hard issue of mental health". But President Trump hasn't taken steps to prevent those with mental illness from gaining access to guns.

Eqis Capital Management Inc. Acquires 1308 Shares of HCA Healthcare Inc (HCA)

February 18, 2018

Shares for $2.34 million were sold by Perlin Jonathan B. The insider Reiner Deborah M sold 8,565 shares worth $870,619. OptiNose, Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical company, focuses on the development and commercialization of products for patients treated by ear, nose, and throat; and allergy specialists in the United States.

EPS for Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) Expected At $0.92

February 18, 2018

The profit margin can answer significantly to find consistent trends in a firm's earnings, Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE: DUK ) has positive 9.40% profit margin that indicates every dollar of sales a firm actually keeps in earnings, and the larger number indicates improving and vise worse.

Israel nabs Islamic Jihad terror cell plotting to assassinate Defense Minister

February 18, 2018

In addition, some among the group had been planning to target Lieberman's vehicle when he travelled to his home in a West Bank settlement. He was placed under administrative detention for two years between 2015 and 2017 for plotting to carry out an attack.

European Union ready to mull possibility of connecting Iran to SGC

February 18, 2018

Other sources can also connect to this project at a later stage. "Of course, it will have positive effects on our economic development and energy security", he added. Certainly, the projects we have implemented in Azerbaijan in previous years have created a strong foundation for the implementation of the Southern Gas Corridor.

NY police sergeant cleared in deadly shooting of woman: union

February 18, 2018

Neary announced his verdict clearing him of one count of second-degree murder, two of manslaughter and one of criminally negligent homicide stemming from the October 18, 2016, incident in the Castle Hill section of the Bronx. O'Neill said in a statement that cops had a hard job but needed to be accountable for their actions. "It's not how we train". "The prosecution's evidence has failed to meet that burden of proof", Neary said.

Alfred Keter arrested over fake Sh633m Treasury Bills

February 18, 2018

Alfred Keter (centre) and accomplices after they were arrested on Friday. "You will only set a legacy with respecting the rule of law..." Moiben Member of Parliament Silas Tiren has called for the immediate release of Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter.

Norway's Haga wins gold in women's 10km cross-country free skiing

February 18, 2018

BC-OLY-XXC-Women's 10K Freestyle, 1st Ld-Writethru, 494 Haga dusts field to win 10K freestyle; Bjoergen adds a medalAP Photo OLYCC115, OLYCC113, OLYCC114, OLYCC116, OLYCC112, OLYCC111, OLYCC102Eds: Updated with quotes. She's already the most decorated female Winter Olympian. "That was really inspiring". Parmakoski's silver is her second medal of these Olympics as well.

Biogen (BIIB) Releases FY18 Earnings Guidance

February 18, 2018

The stock has "Buy" rating by Standpoint Research on Thursday, January 7. The stock has "Hold" rating by Cowen & Co on Friday, December 22. The firm has "Buy" rating given on Monday, October 23 by SunTrust. It has underperformed by 0.05% the S&P500. (NASDAQ:BIIB) for 9,251 shares. Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) was raised too. PiperJaffray upgraded Biogen Inc.

Min to hold meeting with bus owners

February 18, 2018

As many as 13,000 private buse owners are on strike. The minister's office has informed that the private bus owners were granted permission to meet the minister. The private bus operators had launched an indefinite strike two days ago demanding further increase in the minimum fare, saying the hike announced by the state government was insufficient.

Ko leads Australian Open by two shots

February 18, 2018

Her 7-under-par 65 Sunday matched victor Jin Young Ko's opening round as the lowest round of the week at the ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open, and it moved her into fourth place alone. Ko then made two consecutive birdies and off she went. "If you're maybe within six you have a chance, but I had four good birdies in a row on the front nine and made some great par saves, so it was just an all-round good day", she said.

Trump pushes back against 'Fake News Media' coverage of Russian meddling

February 18, 2018

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein on Friday announced that 13 Russian nationals and three Russian agencies had been charged with "conspiracy to defraud the United States " for meddling in the 2016 election. Manfra "denied the reports that any country has influenced the election results", Lavrov said . The indictment doesn't say if any of them responded.

US Strikes Allegedly Killed 'Scores' of Russian Fighters in Syria

February 18, 2018

The incident at a weapons depot follows the reported deaths of scores of Russian mercenaries in a USA -led coalition attack last week. In recent days, news reports, open-source researchers, and relatives and colleagues of Russian mercenary soldiers have said that multiple Russians - possibly dozens or more - may have died in the exchange on February 7 .

Police arrest senior figures in connection with 'Bezeq case'

February 18, 2018

Investigators are looking into allegations that the telecommunications giant received benefits for providing positive media coverage of the prime minister. This recommendation is at the more serious end of the spectrum of charges expected to be levelled against Netanyahu in two criminal investigations that have been ongoing for more than a year.

New Yorkers don't want de Blasio to run for president

February 18, 2018

Gov. Andrew Cuomo says this weekend is the kickoff to Free Fishing Days in the state of NY. Fifty-eight percent of those polled say Gillibrand, a frequent Trump critic, she should not challenge him in his reelection bid. Cuomo announced Thursday. His job approval rating in the city is 53 percent, and 40 percent upstate. Sixty-five percent disapprove. Gillibrand faces reelection this year as well.

Candriam Luxembourg SCA Has $4.05 Million Holdings in Puma Biotechnology Inc (PBYI)

February 18, 2018

Puma Biotechnology, Inc . (NYSE: PBYI ) has risen 23.65% since February 15, 2017 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 16.70% the S&P500. (NASDAQ:PBYI). In other Puma Biotechnology news, SVP Richard Paul Bryce sold 1,860 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Monday, January 22nd. Credit Suisse Group set a $147.00 price objective on Puma Biotechnology and gave the stock a "buy" rating in a research note on Monday, January 22nd.

25 arrested after protest demanding Maldive president's detention

February 18, 2018

When president Abdulla Yameen declared the state of emergency, more than 20 constitutional and several judicature rights were suspended that had included the right to public gatherings as well as the Criminal Procedure Act. Nasheed, now in exile in Sri Lanka, said both India and Maldives should be mindful about the cold war brewing in the Indian Ocean because both are neighbouring countries.

Lindsey Vonn dedicates long-awaited Olympics race to late grandfather on Instagram

February 18, 2018

Her victory also was a first for the Czech Republic, which had never before captured an Alpine Olympic gold medal. "I have no words right now. I was just trying to do my best run". "I know that she can take a lot of risks". Soon thereafter, she shielded them once more , and when a press officer asked her to remove them in front of an global media corps that was eager to brand her a "sensation", Ledecka demurred.

No terror sanctuaries in Pakistan, General Bajwa tells Munich conference

February 18, 2018

Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Bajwa has claimed that there are no safe havens for terrorists in his country and asked the United States to stop blaming Islamabad for its failure in Afghanistan. after a phone call from Washington. Pakistan rendered countless sacrifices in war on terror and the forces are following National Action Plan (NAP) devised early 2015, he said.

Britain's Lizzy Yarnold wins women's skeleton event at Winter Games

February 18, 2018

Yun, who won the hosts' second gold of the Games, finished 1.63 seconds ahead of Nikita Tregubov, an Olympic Athlete from Russian Federation, while Briton Dom Parsons took bronze after five-time world champion and Olympic silver medallist Martins Dukurs of Latvia made mistakes in his final run.

Theresa May wants new security treaty with European Union next year

February 18, 2018

Other pro-Remain MPs hope that Mrs May is throwing "red meat" to the Brexiteers to keep them onside. "I recognise there is no existing security agreement between the European Union and a third country that captures the full depth and breadth of our existing relationship", May will say, adding there is a precedent for comprehensive, strategic relationships between the European Union and other countries in other areas.

Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Stake Boosted by US Bancorp DE

February 18, 2018

Following the sale, the chief financial officer now directly owns 388,608 shares of the company's stock, valued at $23,176,581.12. The stock decreased 1.08% or $2.66 during the last trading session, reaching $243.84. It increased, as 13 investors sold CONN shares while 32 reduced holdings. Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock.

Delphi Technologies PLC (DLPH) Holdings Lessened by Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank

February 18, 2018

Hologic now has $10.87 billion valuation. The stock decreased 0.72% or $0.83 during the last trading session, reaching $114.68. The stock was bought at an average price of $86.50 per share, for a total transaction of $43,250.00. Ellington Mngmt Group Inc Ltd Liability holds 0.26% or 15,200 shares. Jefferies maintained Delphi Technologies PLC (NYSE:DLPH) rating on Tuesday, October 31.

Ukraine progress should soften sanctions on Russia: German FM

February 18, 2018

He said it's not appropriate to 'have those free riders who live under pax Americana but pretend to be self-sufficient in the context of security'. The two ministers are due to hold a face-to-face meeting later on Saturday, but plans for a four-way meeting on the Ukraine crisis on Friday also including France and Ukraine collapsed after a scheduling conflict.

Russian meddling in USA election beyond dispute, says Trump adviser

February 18, 2018

He added, "The allegations being mounted against us are simply fantasies". But both were immediately hit with questions about the US indictment and the broader issue of cyberattacks. He is a wealthy St Petersburg businessman with ties to the Russian government and President Vladimir Putin . Lavrov denounced "this irrational myth about this global Russian threat, traces of which are found everywhere - from Brexit to the Catalan referendum".

Nova Scotia sets reporting requirements for proposed cap and trade program

February 18, 2018

On Thursday, The Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS ) made the way into the market negative movers list with falling -0.21%. It has underperformed by 0.18% the S&P500. Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (NYSE:BNS) (TSE:BNS) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 29th. They expect $1.31 EPS, up 10.08% or $0.12 from last year's $1.19 per share.

U.S. intel sees ongoing Russian election meddling

February 18, 2018

The intelligence leaders said they already have evidence of Putin trying to meddle in the 2018 elections, but declined to go into detail in the open hearing. "We have seen Russian activities and intentions to have an impact on the next election cycle", Pompeo said. The nation's intelligence chiefs had some sobering news for American voters - the Russians aren't finished meddling in our elections.

Kosovo celebrates 10 years since declaring independence

February 18, 2018

Burundi was the first country of the SADC members and Eastern Africa to recognise Kosovo. Dacic held a press conference here in Belgrade after an official visit to Burundi and announced that the African country withdrew its recognition of Kosovo's independence two days ago, and stressed that he wanted to reveal this to the Serbians and wider public on the day when authorities in Pristina mark the date of their unilateral independence declaration, according to a government release.

BJP moving ahead to fulfill dream of 'New India': Amit Shah

February 18, 2018

Every member used to dream of BJP's own office. At a time when some of his allies, including the TDP, have spoken about their differences with the BJP, the prime minister recalled the work of the Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA government. "Generations of workers have given their lives for the party", PM Modi said. On the occasion, Modi also said different views of different political parties make the bouquet of Indian democracy lovely but a lot is still needed to be done about the way they ...

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