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India successfully test-fires Dhanush missile

February 23, 2018

Describing the test launch as "a complete success", the officials said all mission objectives were met during the trial. All flight parameters were monitored and verified by the telemetry and radar facilities of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), which developed the Dhanush missile.

Schoolgirl beheaded in front of school by stalker in Madhya Pradesh

February 23, 2018

Dilip has been arrested in the matter and is being interrogated by the police. (G.N.S) Dt. 23 Bhopal A 17-year-old girl was beheaded with a sword by an unidentified man outside her school on Thursday. According to the data released by National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data for 2015, Madhya Pradesh reported the highest number of rape cases (4,391) in the country.

Armed officer at Florida school shooting never went inside to confront gunman

February 23, 2018

She considers herself lucky. The protests came ahead of plans by teachers' unions and the organisers of last year's giant Women's March for a walk out from schools all over the United States on March 14 to demand action on gun control, Morning Star Online said on February 22.

Trump to announce 'largest ever' North Korea sanctions

February 23, 2018

Trump is expected to announce the latest measures at the Conservative Political Action Conference on Friday morning (23 February), with more details set to be revealed later by the Treasury Department. "I say the United States of America doesn't stand with murderous dictatorships, we stand up to murderous dictatorships, and we will keep standing strong until North Korea stops threatening our country, our allies or until they abandon their nuclear and ballistic missiles once and for all", ...

European Union doubles Sahel force funding

February 23, 2018

The global high level conference on the Sahel was held in Brussels Friday, co-chaired by the EU, the United Nations, the African Union and the G5 Sahel group of countries (Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania, Niger). The Czech prime minister, Andrej Babiš said that the Czech Republic would contribute 4 million euros into the Fund for Africa this year. The EU wants to raise 500 million euros for this objective of which 350 million has already been pledged.

Parents react to President Trump's tweets on guns in schools

February 23, 2018

Local parents and community members are speaking out on whether some teachers should be allowed to carry guns on school grounds. Trump said during a listening session Wednesday with parents and survivors of school shootings that a teacher adept at firearms "could very well end the attack very quickly".

Israeli army says tear gas, not beating, killed Palestinian

February 23, 2018

In the video, several soldiers are seen kicking and beating the man with rifles while he is on the ground. He was identified by Palestinian officials as Yassin Omar Al-Saradeeh. The troops, it said, were on a raid to arrest "suspects" in Jericho . The Palestinians are certain he was executed by the soldiers on the scene. The case has a resemblance of another case in which an alleged Palestinian attacker was shot in cold blood by an Israeli soldier despite already being wounded and ...

Ocado Group PLC (OCDO) Given Consensus Recommendation of "Hold" by Brokerages

February 23, 2018

Among 9 analysts covering Infinity Pharmaceutical ( NASDAQ:INFI ), 2 have Buy rating, 0 Sell and 7 Hold. The rating was maintained by Peel Hunt with "Hold" on Thursday, February 22. Ocado Group PLC (LON:OCDO) has received a consensus recommendation of "Hold" from the seventeen brokerages that are now covering the company, MarketBeat.com reports.

Red Line motor issue leaves station filled with smoke, windows broken

February 23, 2018

The last vehicle of a Red Line train momentarily derailed this morning and was taken out of service, according to MBTA officials who are investigating the incident. Service on part of the MBTA's Red Line was still suspended in the afternoon after as the line sought to recover from a derailment that damaged 300 feet of third rail.

Woman attacks police after Perth stair run

February 23, 2018

Police say a toddler was left in the auto when the woman allegedly tried to flee. When police tried to arrest the woman, it will be alleged she punched and kicked an officer.

Neither Israel nor Palestinians Will 'Love' Trump's Peace Plan, Says Haley

February 23, 2018

In a speech Thursday at the University of Chicago's Institute of Politics, Haley noted that the plan was still being written, but could be in its final stages. "If they decide on two states, the United States will support two states". However, Haley apparently put aside her basic arithmetic skills while speaking with the event's moderator, David Axelrod, a former senior adviser to Barack Obama.

Philippine Government Bans Journalist from Presidential Palace

February 23, 2018

Previously, the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ordered the revocation of Rappler's license to operate . Ranada is believed to be the first reporter denied access to Malacañang Palace since the dictatorship of President Ferdinand Marcos, who severely curtailed media freedom .

Sonam Kapoor shuts down reporter for pitting her against Deepika Padukone

February 23, 2018

The video was among many videos by other celebrities Sonam had reposted. When asked about the ring on her ring finger, she said, "Ya, so, I wear a ring on both fingers" Sonam hilariously took a dig at the scribe and made the moment light leaving the media confused as always.

Russia Dispute Forms Backdrop for Tense Security Conference

February 23, 2018

Kislyak's comments came as top Russian and American officials exchanged barbs over Friday's indictment of 13 Russians accused of an elaborate plot to disrupt the 2016 presidential election . Lavrov, just moments earlier, had dismissed the indictments as "just blabber" through an interpreter. He has gradually admitted he believes both what USA intelligence have told him about the Kremlin's influence on the election, but has also expressed in Russian President Vladimir Putin denial of any hand ...

Saudi Arabia begins building first opera theater

February 23, 2018

At a glitzy press conference in Riyadh , General Entertainment Authority (GEA) chief Ahmad bin Aqeel al-Khatib told reporters the kingdom is set to invest $64 billion in its entertainment sector over the coming decade. Khatib said hundreds of new companies have sprung up over the past year, registering for licences to take advantage of the budding sector. The investment in the entertainment sector of the conservative Saudi Kingdom is a part of a Saudi reforms programme called "Vision 2030" ...

Russia Blocks UN Ceasefire Call on Eastern Ghouta Over Islamists' Inclusion

February 23, 2018

Later, she accused "the barbaric Assad regime" of attacking men, women and children. The aid community has voiced its frustration at being prevented from assisting civilians in Eastern Ghouta, which has been under government siege since 2013.

Pence Covered A Lot Of Ground In His Big CPAC Speech

February 23, 2018

The National Space Council will reportedly look into ways it can streamline and encourage more commercial missions. "There's no reason we can't do the same for rockets", Pence said to applause. "So if a company receives its licenses to launch a rocket from the Kennedy Space Center, but then wants to move their mission to California, or even just a few miles away from Cape Canaveral, that same company must complete the entire process all over again, from start to finish".

10-Year-Old Child Shot To Death, Woman Wounded In Asbury Park

February 23, 2018

But it's not yet known what sparked the shooting that occurred around 11 p.m. Wednesday at a home on Ridge Avenue in Asbury Park. A 15-year-old, who did not want his name used, said he was at Neptune High School when it was placed under lockdown as they arrested the 16-year-old, a schoolmate of his.

Former NFL Player Was Murdered by Drug Dealers

February 23, 2018

Eddins and another man, Ricardo McFarlin, were shot execution-style at his grandmother's home in Detroit . An indictment filed Thursday names Michael Griffin of Birmingham, Alabama, Clifton Epps of Armory, Mississippi, and Mariano Garcia of Brownsville, Texas.

Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators PSL 2018

February 23, 2018

The Gladiators are featuring the likes of Kevin Peterson, Sarfraz Ahmed and Shane Watson, while the Kings have Babar Azam, Ravi Bopara and Eoin Morgan in their arsenal. In this match, Shahid Afridi, playing from Karachi after leaving Peshawar, will be the main attraction for the spectators. Where can you watch the match online? With Prime TV as PSL's United Kingdom partner, their official website will be providing full match coverage, regular match highlights and interviews.

Saudi Arabia says to invest $64bn in entertainment sector

February 23, 2018

And next month, the kingdom is planning to open the country's first movie theatre after a more than 35-year-ban. The kingdom has already begun construction of its first opera house, he said. The announcement was made at a glitzy press conference in Riyadh . These sorts of reforms are revolutionary in what has been an ultra-conservative Kingdom.

Kim Sends SOUTH KOREAN KILLER to Olympic Games — KIM'S CHILLING MESSAGE

February 23, 2018

Created to represent both countries, the blue and white Korean Unification Flag features the Korean peninsula, Jeju Island, and Ulleungdo. But they were a crowd favourite and hailed as a potent symbol of the "Peace Olympics " in Pyeongchang .

CNN Gun Violence Town Hall Trounces Competition In Early Ratings

February 23, 2018

Meanwhile, the same block of time, Fox News Channel clocked 2.45M viewers and MSNBC 2.31M viewers Wednesday night. Although cable news tends to skew old, Stand Up brought in younger eyeballs as well, notching a 0.7 rating among adult under 50, and a 0.45 with millennials under 35.

Sasural Simar Ka actor Dipika Kakar marries Shoaib Ibrahim

February 23, 2018

The television stars who have been dating for nearly four years got married according to the Muslim tradition in Shoaib's hometown Bhopal. After the "bright, beautifully and laced with love" wedding festivities, Dipika gave a lovely message to husband Shoaib.

Donald Trump suggests arming teachers

February 23, 2018

Jewel said the voices of the students is important, especially after students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, have spoken out on gun control days after a gunman open fired and killed 17 people. The NRA, the powerful gun lobby, has long argued for more armed security in USA schools, and its leader Wayne LaPierre repeated the call in a speech on Thursday.

Trump pushes suggestions to prevent gun violence

February 23, 2018

A "gun free" school is a magnet for bad people. Mo Canady, the executive director of the National Association for School Resource Officers ― the group that trains and represents school cops ― warned that law enforcement officers responding to an incident might mistake an teacher with a firearm for an assailant.

Fee for appearing in RRB exams not increased, asserts Rail Minister

February 23, 2018

Applicants, however, shall have to pay Rs 500 as exam fees and Rs 400 will be refunded if they appear for the exam. The Minister stated, "I want to make it clear that the hike in the fees is because we realised that many people fill the form and then do not turn up for the exams".

Buhari asks for more time to decide - Okorocha

February 23, 2018

Imo state Governor, Rochas Okorocha disclosed this at the end of the APC Governors meeting with President Buhari at the Presidential villa, Abuja, late Thursday night. He is undecided and nothing is cast in stone yet. During the meeting, the governors had called on the President to go for a second term, but he opted to carry out more consultations before deciding.

Greek Reporter: ENI Boss Says Blockaded Cyprus Drill Ship Will Leave

February 23, 2018

On Wednesday, Cyprus said it would press ahead with oil and gas exploration in its waters, signalling resolve in its standoff with Turkey over energy riches. He called on Turkey and the Turkish Cypriot community to "immediately respond" to his call to return to the negotiating table, "provided that this is preceded by the termination of the violation of the sovereign rights of Cyprus in its exclusive economic zone".

Indian forces martyr civilian in unprovoked cross-border firing: ISPR

February 23, 2018

Pakistan Army retaliated and targeted Indian posts, silencing the enemy's guns. Earlier this week, Indian firing along the LoC martyred an eight-year-old boy in Jajot village and two Indian soldiers were killed in an retaliatory action by Pakistan army, the statement read.

Mirrabooka carjacking: woman dies after attempt to steal auto outside house

February 23, 2018

The woman, believed to be aged in her 50s, was seriously injured after being hit by a vehicle in Cedar Court in Mirrabooka, Perth just before 10am on Friday, the ABC reported. She was taken to Royal Perth Hospital by ambulance but died from her injuries. Pinned to the ground and under arrest, the alleged carjacker was caught in Koondoola.

As Watsco (WSO) Stock Declined, Loring Wolcott & Coolidge Fiduciary Advisors Llp Has Boosted Position by $1.20

February 23, 2018

Loring Wolcott & Coolidge Fiduciary Advisors LLP MA owned 0.19% of Pra Group worth $2,889,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. The institutional investor held 1,361 shares of the business services company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $2.49 million, up from 929 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Parts Of North Texas Under Ice Storm Warning, Winter Weather Advisory

February 23, 2018

WHERE... Portions of east central and northeast Nebraska and west central Iowa. Another winter storm will move across northern Arizona on Thursday and Friday , with parts of Interstates 17 and 40 affected by blowing and drifting snow. The weather service warns that ice accumulations will lead to risky travel conditions, as well as falling tree branches and isolated power outages.

Illinois Governor Drinks Chocolate Milk, Celebrates 'Diversity!'

February 23, 2018

The Republican Rauner stood on stage at Chicago's James R. Thompson Center stood for an event marking workplace diversity when Hyatt Hotels diversity and inclusion executive Tyronne Stoudemire devised a visual representation. The governor, who served as Stoudemire's "assistant", took a big sip of the chocolate milk and exclaimed "diversity!" He didn't comment on the governor's efforts to increase diversity in Illinois' government.

Snow alert for Sussex issued by Met Office

February 23, 2018

The Met Office said: "Showers or longer periods of snow will affect eastern parts of the United Kingdom during Tuesday". The Met Office does not say how long it expects the cold weather to last but expects temperatures have not hit as low levels since 2013.

White House: Real Issue With Parkland Shooting Is FBI 'Systemic Failure'

February 23, 2018

John Cornyn, a Texas Republican, about a bipartisan bill created to strengthen the Federal Bureau of Investigation database of prohibited gun buyers. Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said the president spoke on Friday to Sen. I'm not acting on anyone's behalf. But previous gun tragedies have not produced action in Congress. The bipartisan background check legislation would be aimed at ensuring that federal agencies and states accurately report relevant criminal information to the ...

UNHCR calls for calm and restraint after Rwanda refugee camp protests

February 23, 2018

Press release from Rwanda's Ministry of Disaster Management and Refugees Affairs ( Midimar ) confirms police will be soon investigating the violence erupted at the Kiziba Refugee Camp in Karongi District where thousands of Congolese refugees have been taking shelter.

Blacklisted North Korean to attend closing ceremony alongside Ivanka Trump

February 23, 2018

According to Fox News , 72-year old Kim Yong Chol will lead the eight-member delegation to visit South Korea for the final three days of the global competition. The money was mostly spent on accommodation, transport and food for the four delegation officials and their 18 staff members, an official at South Korea's Ministry of Unification said on condition of anonymity.

AMBER ALERT issued for 8-year-old girl from Florida

February 23, 2018

She was wearing a blue polo shirt, khaki skorts and black shoes. According to the CCPD, Juliet's father, Robert Odierna, has full custody of child, adding her mother, Jennifer R. The AMBER Alert labels Moschovas as the abductor. They are believed to be traveling in a black 2016 Hyundai Accent, according to the bulletin, with a temporary tag number CBN9123.

Right-Wing Group Members Reportedly Open Fire at N Korean Association in Tokyo

February 23, 2018

Two right-wing activists, Yoshinori Kawamura and Satoshi Katsurada, on Friday drove up to the building of the General Association of Korean Residents in Tokyo and fired at the gate, local media reported. Patrolling police rushed to the closely monitored building and arrested the two on the spot, confiscating a gun, police said. Tensions remain high between North Korea and Japan over the North's nuclear program and its testing of several missiles in recent years, including two that flew over ...

Norinchukin Bank The Increases Position in Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (REGN)

February 23, 2018

The company's stock had a trading volume of 802,480 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,076,294. Apache Corporation (NYSE:APA) has declined 10.21% since February 22, 2017 and is downtrending. Analysts await Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:REGN) to report earnings on May, 3. They expect $1.38 EPS, up 72.50% or $0.58 from last year's $0.8 per share.

Ice Hockey: Gold medal battle royal awaits US, Canadian women

February 23, 2018

Now Poulin, Jenner and company are hunting a fifth straight gold medal for Canada as the Americans seek redemption and their first taste of gold since 1998. "This environment is just fabulous", Gallant said. The good thing about this team though, is they don't focus on the fact that they're facing off against curling heavyweights, especially considering they've now defeated all of the best teams in the world.

Saudi Arabia to invest 64 billion dollars in entertainment in next decade

February 23, 2018

And next month, the kingdom is planning to open the country's first movie theatre after a more than 35-year-ban. At a press conference in Riyadh , General Entertainment Authority chief Ahmad bin Aqeel Al-Khatib said the money will come from both the government and the private sector.

Ivanka Trump arrives in S. Korea for Games, diplomacy

February 23, 2018

Out of the numerous foreign dignitaries visiting South Korea during the Olympic Games, only Vice President Mike Pence and the North Korean delegations featuring the country's nominal head of state Kim Yong Nam and Kim Yo Jong, the North Korean leader's sister were treated to a meal with the president, local media noted.

Rubio says he'd support legislation blocking 18-year-olds from buying rifles

February 23, 2018

This was his response when asked by Cameron Kasky, a junior who survived the Parkland school shooting , whether he would stop accepting money from the National Rifle Association. Guttenberg told Rubio that his comments about the shooting "and those of your president this week have been pathetically weak". People stood up and cheered Guttenberg as he challenged Rubio to tell him the truth, to acknowledge that "guns were the factor in the hunting of our kids".

Arizona Guard Trier Ruled Ineligible After Failed Drug Test

February 23, 2018

Arizona is reportedly appealing the ruling. Trier sat out the first 19 games in 2016-17 after testing positive for the drug. Arizona plays at Oregon State on Thursday night and at Oregon on Saturday before finishing the season with home matchups against Stanford (March 1) and California (March 3).

Aoun reaffirms historicties with Armenia

February 23, 2018

Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan met here with his Lebanese counterpart, Michel Aoun , on Thursday, with both sides pledging to enhance bilateral cooperation. Lebanon is home to an influential Armenian community which occupies six seats in the 128-member Lebanese parliament. Talking about the Lebanese Armenian community, the parliament speaker documented that, first of all, they are devoted citizens of Lebanon and play a significant role in the political, economic, social, cultural ...

Tracking fishing from space: The global footprint of industrial fishing revealed

February 23, 2018

Using satellite tracking, machine learning and common ship-tracking technology, scientists from UC Santa Barbara teamed up with colleagues at Global Fishing Watch , National Geographic Society's Pristine Sea project, Dalhousie University, SkyTruth , Google and Stanford University to illuminate the extent of global fishing - down to single vessel movements and hourly activity.

Billy Graham to lie in honor at US Capitol

February 23, 2018

Chestnut and John M. Gibson, became the first people to lie in honor, after they were killed at the Capitol in 1998. A viewing will also be held at Graham's Charlotte library on Monday and Tuesday. A giant tent is under construction at the Billy Graham Library to hold 2,300 invited guests for the private funeral service next Friday, including President Trump and every living former US president.

Students stage 'lie-in' at the White House to call for gun reform

February 23, 2018

Ella Fesler, 16-year-old high school student in Alexandria, Virginia, was among the students at the "lie-in" in front of the White House. The demonstration was just one of several student-led protests planned in response to the Florida school shooting.

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