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Olympian Adam Rippon Announces LGBTQ Youth Fundraising Campaign With GLAAD

March 02, 2018

Olympic delegation to South Korea during an interview in February with USA Today . "Who are your celebrity crushes, so I can get that setup?" "Love is a amusing thing". A befuddled DeGeneres asks for clarification, "I'm sorry?" Watch the sweet moment below, where Rippon also adorably reveals the names of his childhood goldfish.

Iran Building New Military Base in Syria, Near Damascus

March 02, 2018

The US and Europe know that the influence of Iran now stretches from the Persian Gulf to the Mediterranean Sea, thanks to Iran's dominance over Iraq, Syria and Lebanon, but are they aware that of the economic, political, and security threat this poses to the West? The head of the U.S.

Head to Head: Gun control

March 02, 2018

We also have a killing problem that exists independent of guns. For the first time in a while, public sentiment may also be shifting significantly when it comes to the regulation of firearms, with 70 percent of Americans supporting some form of tightening, according to one poll .

3000 jobs at risk as Toys R Us falls into administration

March 02, 2018

The collapse sealed a horrific day for the high street as Toys R Us UK confirmed its demise just an hour earlier while Sky's City Editor also revealed that the casual dining chain Prezzo was planning to shut a third of its 300 restaurants.

US, Britain, France, Germany condemn Iran, warn to stop arming Houthi militia

March 02, 2018

The transfer of arms by Iran to the Houthi violates the embargo place on the Houthis, it also violates UN Security Council 2231, which implemented the nuclear deal. "Today, Russia protected the terrorist-sponsoring regime in Iran", said Haley. An earlier version of the draft included a condemnation of Iran for failing to block the military supplies to the Huthis, but that was dropped from a final version that Russian Federation nevertheless vetoed.

Texas college baseball coach fired for blasting Colorado prospects

March 02, 2018

Jeffcoat told a Colorado high school prospect that they do not recruit any players in the state of Colorado because past players they've accepted "had trouble passing our drug test". According to the university, "the comments he made are in no way a reflection of Texas Wesleyan University, its values or its recruiting practices". "It was just me talking to my coaches and my loved ones about what do I do with this".

Russian Federation reinstated to Olympic movement after doping sanctions

March 02, 2018

Russian officials and others had expressed hopes that the ban could be lifted before the closing ceremonies. The decision by the International Olympic Committee appears to be an attempt to draw a line under the state-concocted doping scandal that tarnished the 2014 Olympics in Sochi.

Meghan Markle says she wants to focus on women's empowerment

March 02, 2018

It was the first time Markle has been photographed with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge since she pictured with the royals on Christmas Day at St. Meghan even took a moment at the outing to shine a light on the #MeToo and Time's Up movements. Markle said she had "just been here for three months" but added: "With that said, for me it's very important to want to hit the ground running".

Former Bihar Cong. chief joins JD(U)

March 02, 2018

Soon after the four Congress MLCs quit party, the Bihar Congress also sacked them from the party. The other three expelled lawmakers are Dileep Choudhary, Tanvir Akhtar and Ramchander Bharti. Following his removal, BPCC vice-president Kaukab Quadri was made working president of Bihar Congress till a full-fledged state president is appointed.

Donald Trump's communications chief Hope Hicks 'resigning'

March 02, 2018

In a statement , President Donald Trump said Hicks approached him "about pursuing other opportunities". President Trump praised Hicks in a statement about her departure. Thank you for signing up. . The White House has said the president was involved in drafting the statement after news of the meeting broke last summer.

Syria denies possession of chemical weapons

March 02, 2018

According to the official, who revealed the startling details on the condition of anonymity, Kim Jong-un leadership has sent a large cache of acid-resistant tiles, valves and thermometers to war-torn Syria . It's unclear whether North Korea is now sending supplies. An assessment on North Korea's compliance with United Nations resolutions was also a part of the report.

PSL 2018: Lahore Qalandars face Islamabad United

March 02, 2018

Islamabad lost two quick wickets at the start with Anwar Ali and Rahat Ali getting rid of Chadwick Walton (8) and Asif Ali (6) inside five overs. Ronchi would make 43 before being cleaned up by Hasan Khan. Kevin Pietersen received Man of the Match award for his brilliant performance. The West Indian all-rounder, who limped off the ground with a cramp while bowling his third over with two wickets already in his bag, hobbled his way into the ground virtually on one leg again after the fall ...

Washington DC pays respects to Billy Graham

March 02, 2018

Graham's father allowed a group of men from the city to gather on his farm for prayer, where the men prayed that from their area "the Lord would raise up someone to preach the gospel to the ends of the earth". The heavy rain overnight tapered to a light, occasional drizzle around 8 a.m. Monday when the doors opened to the boyhood home of the famed evangelist, who died Wednesday, Feb.

When Does DACA Expire? The Supreme Court Just Gave Dreamers More Time

March 02, 2018

The DOJ appealed a lower court's decision in The Regents of the University of California and Janet Napolitano v. U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Elaine Duke, to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and asked the U.S. GettyDemonstrators protest the government shutdown and the lack of a deal on DACA in January, 2018. The Trump administration wanted to end DACA on March 5.

US NAFTA autos negotiator called from Mexico for consultations

March 02, 2018

The latest sugar deal, agreed last June just before the United States, Mexico, and Canada sat down to tricky renegotiations of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), sought to resolve a years-long dispute between the governments.

Florida student Emma Gonzalez has more followers than the NRA

March 02, 2018

Blakely's production of "The Rainbow People .' I was the narrator and since then I've been lucky enough to be in 'Little Shop of Horrors, ' 'Fiddler On The Roof" and if you've seen those you'd know I'm not somebody who deserves any money for acting", Kasky said.

Jones subjected to verbal and physical abuse on train

March 02, 2018

Jones was due to join the former United manager Sir Alex Ferguson in the stands for the Premier League clash, but found himself on the end of abusive behaviour from a number of people on the crowded train, with the England head coach travelling in standard class on the 0915 out of Edinburgh Waverley.

Jerusalem church reopens after protest

March 02, 2018

In response, the leaders of the Roman Catholic, Greek Orthodox, and Armenian clergy reopened the church on Wednesday, according to the Associated Press. Palestinians are concerned the land purchases are created to expand Israeli settlement construction in East Jerusalem, which they claim as the capital of a future state.

Capital Advantage Inc. Cuts Stake in Charles Schwab Corp (SCHW)

March 02, 2018

The return on assets stands at 0.9%, Return on Equity now is 14.6% and the Return on Investment value is 1.2%. Tompkins Financial Corp, which manages about $632.79 million and $422.29M US Long portfolio, decreased its stake in Ishares Tr Russell 1000 Grw (IWF) by 5,054 shares to 33,248 shares, valued at $4.16M in 2017Q3, according to the filing.

Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE:DBD) Rating Increased to Buy at Lake Street Capital

March 02, 2018

Diebold Nixdorf Inc . now has $1.19 billion valuation. The overall volume in the last trading session was 1.87 million shares. 634,663 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 1,514,327. Neuberger Berman Grp Inc Ltd Liability Company accumulated 549,902 shares. This is based on a 1-5 numeric scale where Rating Scale: 1.0 Strong Buy, 2.0 Buy, 3.0 Hold, 4.0 Sell, 5.0 Strong Sell.

Rice Midstream Partners Sees Unusually High Options Volume (RMP)

March 02, 2018

It has outperformed by 4.96% the S&P500. Wells Fargo & Co restated an "outperform" rating and issued a $77.00 target price (down from $85.00) on shares of EQT Midstream Partners in a report on Wednesday, February 21st. Banque Pictet & Cie reported 682,480 shares. Royal Comml Bank Of Canada owns 0% invested in EQT Midstream Partners, LP (NYSE: EQM ) for 19,687 shares.

Virginia Judge Demands Removal of Tarps Covering Confederate Monuments "Within 15 Days"

March 02, 2018

Last year Charlottesville voted to get rid of the Lee statue in a move to join other cities in removing memorials to the Confederacy however, the decision resulted in backlash, The Washington Post reported . The tarps, he argued, violated the public's right to view the monuments. Wheeler said the city was disappointed with the ruling but he was not sure whether it will appeal.

Boney Kapoor pens heartfelt goodbye note to wife Sri Devi

March 02, 2018

The fans are initially shocked at how this happened and how can a tweet come from a dead person's account etc. Speculations also arose that her account might have been hacked. Sridevi, a veteran of over 300 films, died aged 54 on February 24 from what was initially reported as cardiac arrest while she was in Dubai for her nephew's wedding.

Puerto Rico Power Grid Snaps Leaving Nearly 1 Million In The Dark

March 02, 2018

Some 15 percent of power customers remain in the dark, and more than 700 families are still living in hotels across the island. Six months after Hurricanes Irma and Maria hit Puerto Rico , some residents are still without power. He also said Treasury officials told his administration last week that they do not intend to forgive the loan. Rossello said it seems the Treasury imposed certain loan restrictions to make it "extremely hard for Puerto Rico to access these funds when it needs ...

Kentucky Teachers Crowd Public Hearing Of New GOP Pension Bil

March 02, 2018

The new plan also doesn't include Bevin's plans for current state workers to be transitioned into 401 (k) s once they reach 27 years of service or for all employees to contribute three percent of their salaries for the retiree health program.

1 arrested in case of missing Middlesex mother's body found

March 02, 2018

Family members are especially concerned about St. John's whereabouts because her auto is still in the driveway and her cell phone was found in the bushes outside her home. After St. John's body was positively identified roughly two hours later, Keyser was charged with first-degree murder and concealing a dead body - both felonies.

European Commission calls for 1-hour takedown of terrorist content online

March 02, 2018

Mr. Ansip said some commission officials were pushing to overhaul existing rules that protect platforms from being held legally accountable for what appears on their platforms-everything from stolen cars on a second-hand shopping portal to terror content-a move he said he himself was dead set against.

'I'm not a terrorist' - Wanted Syrian Kurdish leader speaks out

March 02, 2018

Meanwhile, Turkish and Free Syrian Army ( FSA ) forces liberated another village from the PKK-linked People's Protection Units ( YPG ) militia and ISIS terrorists. The wounded soldiers were taken to the hospitals of the Turkish city of Hatay. Turkey now claims that Muslim was involved in a March 2016 auto bomb attack in the heart of Ankara that left at least 37 people dead and over a hundred wounded.

Church holds ceremony with AR-15 rifles

March 02, 2018

The Pennsylvania school district three years ago called off classes during the massive manhunt for survivalist Eric Frein, who police said used an AK-47-style weapon to ambush a Pennsylvania state trooper barracks and then fled into the mountains.

VIRAL: Jason Voorhees Statue Chained To Bottom Of Minn. Lake

March 02, 2018

You can check out the original video down below which shows what the statue looked like in 2013. That's a whole lot of nope. No matter how much Jason Vorhees , the goalie mask-wearing unstoppable slasher from the Friday the 13th franchise, has scared us over the years, we can take solace in the fact that he is not real.

Who Are The Main 2018 ACM Award Nominees?

March 02, 2018

The singer said despite her numerous nominations, she still remembers the very first time. The show will air live on CBS on April 15 from Las Vegas . "It's disappointing that there's no female in the Entertainer of the Year category", McEntire said. Urban is also nominated for Song of the Year for " Female ", and twice, as both artist and producer in the Vocal Event of the Year category for " The Fighter " (featuring Carrie Underwood).

Russian Federation fails to deliver prepaid gas to Ukraine

March 02, 2018

Almost four years after failing to agree on a price for Russian gas shipments, Ukraine's state-owned energy company has declared victory in worldwide arbitration that orders Russia's Gazprom to pay $2.56 billion for failing to fulfil export volume obligations.

Newton Hits Late 3, Miami Stuns No. 9 North Carolina 91-88

March 02, 2018

Newton was the closer, but for much of the game ESPN's commentators were talking about Lykes . Miami led by as many as 16 points in the high-scoring matchup, but, as home teams often do, UNC chipped away at the lead and shot its way right back into the contest with a barrage of 3-pointers - it made 13 on the night.

South Africa parliament votes to confiscate land owned by white farmers

March 02, 2018

In 2016, Malema told EFF supporters that he was "not calling for the slaughter of white people - at least for now". South Africa's parliament voted Tuesday to examine how to amend the constitution to allow land seizures without compensation, a move that resonates deeply in a nation where the white minority still controls much of the farmland.

Become Human Launches in May

March 02, 2018

Quantic Dream has been teasing Detroit: Become Human for a good while , showing off every little decision can change the outcome of the game's scenes in small or massive ways. Despite Cage's earlier claims that the game had nothing political to say, he now reckons Detroit explores "many complex themes that resonate with today's world".

Governor sings Sunday alcohol sales into law

March 02, 2018

Starting this Sunday, alcohol can be bought in IN grocery, drug, convenience and liquor stores between noon and 8:00 p.m. "Cheers!" he said, calling the bill an example of how the state is modernizing IN alcohol laws to meet consumer expectations.

Amendments to the Constitution Underline Xi's Consolidation of Power

March 02, 2018

Xi's move to extend presidential term limits in the state constitution follows this trend. Observers say he is likely to be promoted to a key government position at the National People's Congress in March to take care of the many tricky issues facing the country's economy and financial system.

SunTrust Banks Brokers Increase Earnings Estimates for PDC Energy Inc (PDCE)

March 02, 2018

The firm earned "Hold" rating on Monday, June 26 by BMO Capital Markets. As per Monday, September 18, the company rating was maintained by KeyBanc Capital Markets. Midwest Investment Limited Liability Corp holds 68,950 shares or 3.04% of its portfolio. Pennsylvania Trust Co, which manages about $2.07 billion US Long portfolio, decreased its stake in Blackrock Inc (NYSE:BLK) by 756 shares to 31,472 shares, valued at $14.07 million in 2017Q3, according to the filing.

Mueller Now Asking About Trump's Russian Business Dealings in Run-Up to Campaign

March 02, 2018

It echoed the alarm expressed when Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats acknowledged at a February 13 hearing that "there's no single agency in charge" of blocking potential Russian meddling in this year's midterm elections. At the White House, press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders was asked why Rogers has not been granted additional authority to confront Russian hacking efforts aimed at the USA elections.

Eaton Vance Management Sells 3545 Shares of Apache Co

March 02, 2018

The stock increased 1.29% or $0.44 during the last trading session, reaching $34.59. Boston Common Asset Management Llc sold 41,615 shares as the company's stock declined 7.72% while stock markets rallied. On 5/15/2017 Rene R Joyce, Director, bought 10,000 with an average share price of $51.38 per share and the total transaction amounting to $513,800.00.

Southside funeral homes offering opportunity to honor Rev. Billy Graham

March 02, 2018

On Wednesday, 30 family members will travel with the casket on a cargo plane operated by Samaritan's Purse , the global relief organization run by Franklin Graham , to Washington, D.C., where Billy Graham will lie in honor in the rotunda of the U.S.

Ryan: 'We Shouldn't Be Banning Guns For Law-Abiding Citizens'

March 02, 2018

But some Republicans , including Mr. Cornyn, have said attaching the expanded concealed-carry measure could complicate the bill's prospects in the Senate, where the GOP needs to win support from at least nine Democrats to break a possible filibuster.

McDonald's Corp. (NYSE:MCD)

March 02, 2018

The stock traded with the average Volume of 4.01 Million at the end of last session. McDonald's Corporation (NYSE: MCD ) has risen 18.25% since February 27, 2017 and is uptrending. The rating was maintained by RBC Capital Markets on Friday, September 9 with "Sector Perform". (NYSE:BAX) by 37,137 shares to 198,804 shares, valued at $12.48 million in 2017Q3, according to the filing.

Meghalaya, Nagaland gear up for elections tomorrow

March 02, 2018

In these Assembly elections, it is an issue among some regional actors. But the army should not look into the growth of any political parties in the country. In Meghalaya, the election has been countermanded in Williamnagar following the killing of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) candidate Jonathone N Sangma in an IED blast in East Garo Hills district.

Shares in Veeva Systems Inc (VEEV) Purchased by Champlain Investment Partners LLC

March 02, 2018

Royal Bank Of Canada decreased its stake in Veeva Sys Inc ( VEEV ) by 9.92% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. Nomura Holdings Inc sold 63,291 shares as Goldcorp Inc (GG)'s stock declined 20.41%. Barclays Capital has "Equal Weight" rating and $39 target. The stock of Goldcorp Inc. The firm earned "Hold" rating on Tuesday, September 22 by Zacks .

Steve Montenegro concedes in GOP primary for Arizona seat after texting scandal

March 02, 2018

Lesko will face emergency room physician Dr Hiral Tipirneni in the general election on April 24. CD8 includes Anthem, Tramonto, New River, Desert Hills and parts of the Valley west of I-17 (map below). Independent expenditures followed suit, weighing in on behalf of their favored candidates. As soon as the first results were up, there was little doubt of Lesko's victory.

Europe hit by yet another cold spell

March 02, 2018

While mayors across Europe are launching emergency schemes to shelter homeless people and prevent more freezing deaths, researchers in the Arctic fear ripple effects, saying that the storms have "raised temperatures in the region close to the melting point, hindered sea ice growth while its associated strong winds pushed the sea ice edge back, leading to a record low spring sea ice pack in 2016", according to the researchers quoted on AGU's website.

Ballard: Colts have no intentions of re-signing Frank Gore

March 02, 2018

The future Hall-of-Famer had a successful three-year career in Indianapolis , but moving on is mutually beneficial for both sides. After 10 seasons with the San Francisco 49ers , Gore signed with the Colts in 2015 with the hope that he would be one of the missing pieces that could get them back to the Super Bowl.

GKN (GKN) Earns "Buy" Rating from Deutsche Bank

March 02, 2018

Ls Investment Advsrs Limited Company stated it has 1.01% of its portfolio in DFS Furniture plc (LON:DFS). The Pennsylvania-based Copeland Capital Management Llc has invested 1.66% in the stock. Macquarie Research maintained ITV plc (LON:ITV) on Thursday, March 16 with "Outperform" rating. The firm earned "Neutral" rating on Tuesday, July 18 by JP Morgan.

Church said to be Jesus' burial site reopens after 3-day protest

March 02, 2018

A statement from Netanyahu's office said that in coordination with Jerusalem's mayor, Nir Barkat, a professional team would be established, led by a senior government minister and representatives of the foreign and finance ministries, to "formulate a solution to the issue of municipal taxes on buildings belonging to the churches that are not houses of worship".

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