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BJP ally in Tripura demands separate state for tribals

March 06, 2018

Senior party leaders Ahmed Patel and Kamal Nath are in the state capital of Shillong, working out possible tie-ups with Independent MLAs in a bid to form a government. Nagaland Chief Minister TR Zeliang along with other elected NPF MLAs calling on Governor of Nagaland, PB Acharya at Raj Bhavan, Kohima on March 4 to stake claim to form government as the "single largest party." This was just weeks before the election on February 27.

Florida Senate narrowly passes watered-down school safety proposal

March 06, 2018

In the weeks since the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School - the deadliest high school shooting in United States history - the teenaged survivors of the massacre have forced lawmakers across the nation to grapple with gun violence with renewed urgency.

Saudi Arabia holds first-ever marathon for women

March 06, 2018

The previous five-year loan carried a spread of 120 basis points over Libor, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The DMO is now finalising the documentation process and intends to close the financing by mid-March. The kingdom has been forced to cut spending in the past three years, after oil prices slumped from a mid-2014 peak of $115 per barrel to as low as $29 per barrel in early 2016.

PNB fraud likely to swell beyond $2 billion mark

March 06, 2018

The CBI filed a second FIR on February 15 over a Rs 4,886.72-crore fraud against Choksi's Gitanjali Group. Chitalia was apprehended at Mumbai airport and was brought to the Central Bureau of Investigation's office at the Bandra-Kurla Complex in the western suburbs for questioning this morning.

Powerful eruption seen at Mt Shinmoe in Kyushu

March 06, 2018

A volcano, which was seen in a James Bond film, has broke out blowing smoke and ash thousands of meters high to the sky, and cancelling many flights headed in and out a nearby airport. Japan, which sits on the Pacific "Ring of Fire", has 110 active volcanoes and is prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. In September 2014, 63 people were killed on Mount Ontake, the worst volcanic toll in Japan for almost 90 years.

Eddie Jones willing to wield the axe at England

March 06, 2018

France meanwhile are coming off the back of a good win against Italy, and will no doubt fancy their chances at home against an England side who have shown they can be beaten. "When you're out and not sure you're going to get back in, to be involved and work with the excellent coaches we've got here has been fantastic". If I had any anxiety I would be dead.

La Mesa cop shoots at 'aggressive' dog

March 06, 2018

While the two were walking from their vehicle to the residence, a dog came out of the driveway and charged at them, Bell said. When officers arrived on scene, a dog on the property got in their way, forcing one of the officers to shoot. The animal, which lived at the house the officers were going to check, was impounded and taken to an animal shelter in El Cajon. "Nobody was taken into custody, nobody was detained", Lt.

New Providence Police Department Responds to Bomb Threat at High School/Middle School

March 06, 2018

The threat was initially reported to be specific to the high school, but there will be an increased police presence at the other schools, as well. Students returned inside the school by 3pm. The California Police Department has conducted a thorough investigation and believes there to be no threat to students or staff at this time. Gothenburg Public Schools and Gothenburg PD are continuing to evaluate the safety at the school.

Is there a Bearish outlook for Upland Software, Inc

March 06, 2018

On Assignment Inc now has $4.08 billion valuation. The stock decreased 0.24% or $0.19 during the last trading session, reaching $78.19. About 550,142 shares traded or 199.37% up from the average. It also upped Verifone Sys Inc (NYSE:PAY) stake by 131,200 shares and now owns 555,313 shares. Electronics For Imaging Inc (NASDAQ:EFII) was raised too.

Newly elected BJP-IPFT legislators to meet in Tripura today

March 06, 2018

Union minister for tribal affairs Jual Oram would also join the meeting. Speaking to this correspondent, Deodhar said Union minister and senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari would arrive in the state to finalise the name of the legislative party leader for forming the new government at 11am on Tuesday.

Olga Perkovic, 50, who died with her son in the tragic accident

March 06, 2018

Rescuers searched the nearby Kirkwood Ski Resort for hours because the pair's last know location was a ski lift where they scanned their tickets at about 4 p.m. They skied under a roof where snow piled on slide down onto the pair. Sometimes, the chunks of snow cause injuries. But he said neither he nor the sheriff can recall of sliding snow killing in the three decades they've been there.

Vigilance says no evidence against KM Mani

March 06, 2018

Sources said this is the third time Vigilance sleuths have submitted a report in the court favouring Mani. The scam goes back to 2014 when Biju Ramesh, a bar owner and major figure in the hotel industry, alleged on live television that Mani, who was then the finance minister, had demanded a bribe of Rs5 crore from the Kerala Bar Hotel Owners Association and had accepted Rs1 crore for renewing the licences of over 400 bars in the state.

HC orders probe against cardinal over land deal

March 06, 2018

The court had enough grounds to believe that the land deal incurred losses to the church, the HC said. The agent appointed by the church to facilitate the deal had estimated the value of the land at Rs 27.30 crore, but priests and local people claimed that the property's real value was at least Rs 80 crore.

Tipperary arrests in child abuse inquiry

March 06, 2018

It first came to light when concerns were raised with Tusla last year about the alleged neglect of some of the children, who age in range from one to 12 years old. The detention of the suspects under those provisions allows for each arrested person to be questioned for up to 24 hours without charge. They add the the arrests are the culmination of a nine-month investigation.

East Timor to Sign Maritime Deal

March 06, 2018

East Timor could potentially get 80% of the $39 billion proceeds from the lucrative Greater Sunrise oil and petrol field now lying mostly within East Timorese waters. In January a year ago, the two neighbours announced that a new pact would be negotiated through the arbitration court. Discovered in 1974, Greater Sunrise is located 150km southeast of East Timor and 450km northwest of Darwin.

Russian cargo plane crashes in Syria, killing all 32 aboard

March 06, 2018

The aircrafts have a capacity of carrying upto 38 people, with a load of 5,500-kg in cargo. "The reason for the crash according to preliminary information could have been a technical fault", the ministry said, adding that the plane had not come under fire.

IPFT demands tribal CM, BJP stands ground

March 06, 2018

BJP's poll ally, the Indigenous People's Front of Tripura (IPFT), has demanded that the chief minister be from the tribal community. The newly-appointed chief minister said Jishnu Deb Burman will become the deputy chief minister of the state.

Trump Says More Staff will Leave as He Seeks 'Perfection'

March 06, 2018

Trump wrote: I still have some people that I want to change (always seeking perfection). He added, "There is no Chaos, only great Energy!" President Donald Trump rebutted media accusations that chaos has engulfed the White House in recent days and revealed that there are still some staffers he would like to get rid of, in a Tuesday morning tweet.

In Tripura, BJP keeps ally IPFT out of CM, deputy CM slots

March 06, 2018

The BJP and IPFT combine had swept to power in the state winning 43 out of the 59 seats, ending 25 years of CPI (M) rule in Tripura. The BJP Parliamentary Board on Saturday appointed Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Jual Oram as central observers.

Huckabee Sanders Slams Jim Acosta: 'Courage Isn't Taking a Question From CNN'

March 06, 2018

Sanders said Nunberg's assertions about the Trump Administration were "incorrect" earlier in the day, and he retaliated by calling her a "fat slob" and "unattractive" and saying she needs to " shut her mouth ". Nunberg said the special counsel requested he provide "every communication" he had with his "mentor" Roger Stone , Steve Bannon, the former White House chief strategist and Carter Page, the ex-foreign policy adviser.

More Snow? Winter Storm Watch Issued for Bloomfield

March 06, 2018

The strong winds and dry air in its wake has also raised the chances of wildfires throughout Colorado, Kansas and Oklahoma, the weather service said. Snow should begin as the temperature drops overnight Tuesday and could continue throughout the day Wednesday with a high around freezing, he said.

Stifel Nicolaus Trims Compass Minerals International (NYSE:CMP) Target Price to $79.00

March 06, 2018

The company has a market capitalization of $2,100.00, a P/E ratio of 20.39 and a beta of 0.69. About 245,088 shares traded. Lam Research Corporation (NASDAQ:LRCX) has risen 107.86% since March 5, 2017 and is uptrending. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. raised its position in Compass Minerals International by 6.7% in the second quarter. The business had revenue of $457.90 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $468.52 million.

West Virginia man arrested for Burtonsville homicides Featured

March 06, 2018

Virginia residents Ashley Susan Dickinson, a 34-year-old from Alexandria, and Joshua Michael Frazier, a 29-year-old from Woodbridge, were found shot to death February 15 in a running auto parked on a residential street in Burtonsville. According to police, Frazier had come to Burtonsville to collect money Gregory Jones owed him from a previous heroin transaction. At the scene, a.45 caliber handgun belonging to Tyshon Jones was recovered.

World's oldest message in a bottle found washed up on WA beach

March 06, 2018

To think that this bottle has not been touched for almost 132 years and is in ideal condition, despite the elements, beggars belief. Kym Illman said that after bringing it home the damp and ancient paper was put in the oven for five minutes to dry it out.

SC re-summons Nehal Hashmi over contempt of court remarks

March 06, 2018

Nihal Hashmi's speech after his release from Adyala Jail on 28th February also played in the court. The three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Mian Saqib Nisar stated it will examine whether an FIR can be registered against him or if punishment can be enhanced.

The Plains GP (NYSE:PAGP) Upgraded at Seaport Global Securities

March 06, 2018

The stock increased 2.70% or $0.19 during the last trading session, reaching $7.23. About 1.66 million shares traded. SPDR Portfolio Mid Cap ETF (SPMD) has 0.00% since March 5, 2017 and is. Cantillon Mngmt Limited Liability Company reported 3.04% of its portfolio in Sensata Technologies Holding PLC (NYSE:ST). Greylin Invest Mangement Inc has 0.05% invested in American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) for 2,275 shares.

Taylor to settle 'troubled middle order' in 4th ODI

March 06, 2018

Victory for Eoin Morgan's side - who lost the first ODI in Hamilton before levelling proceedings in Mount Maunganui - means they head to University Oval knowing a win will secure a sixth ODI series triumph on the bounce, following successes over West Indies (twice), Ireland, South Africa and Australia.

NY braces for heavy rain, snow, wind from brutal nor'easter

March 06, 2018

PSEG Long Island reported almost 20,000 outages Friday afternoon. The NWS urged travelers to be on the alert for downed trees and power lines from snow and heavy winds. "This would result in numerous road closures and cause widespread flooding of low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns and homes/businesses with basements near the waterfront", the agency continued.

School Shooter Will Fight for Gun Control

March 06, 2018

Jon Romano was 16 when he brought a pump-action shotgun to his NY high school in 2004. In 2004, Jon Romano opened fire at Columbia High School outside Albany and shot a teacher in the leg before the assistant principal John Sawchuk tackled him to the ground.

Boney Kapoor plans to celebrate Janhvi's birthday with the entire family

March 06, 2018

While the young star is yet to come to terms with the grave loss of her mother who breathed her last on February 24, it is the Kapoor family that is standing beside her like strong pillars. Let's please spread joy and good vibes. Me and Khushi have lost our mother but papa has lost his "Jaan". Exactly a week later, he went to her residence again to ask if she can be a part of another Dharma film that he had conceptualized.

SDSU Women Run Away From NDSU

March 06, 2018

Senior Daniel Amigo led the way for DU, notching his seventh double-double of the season with 16 points and 12 rebounds. The Jackrabbits will play the victor of Sunday's Western Illinois/Omaha contest in The Summit League Basketball Championship semifinals at 2:30 p.m.

Offensive? Censorship? Inxeba in court over X18 rating

March 06, 2018

An appeal against the reclassification of the film was made at the High Court in Pretoria on Tuesday. The decision over the 18 rating has been postponed to March 28. "We look forward to more clarity on this score in the weeks to come". I hope that the conversation spurred by the film will go beyond being a hot topic and that it will be had in our homes, families and communities.

Model Munroe Bergdorf quits as Labour LGBT adviser

March 06, 2018

Last week, Shadow Secretary of State for Women and Equalities, Dawn Butler MP, appointed an advisory board to help her understand the continuing challenges that face the LGBTQ community in modern Britain. "Yes ALL white people". L'Oreal subsequently announced they had ended their partnership with Ms Bergdorf, their first transgender model in the United Kingdom, as her comments were "at odds with our values".

Louisiana special session ends early with no tax deal

March 06, 2018

Edwards doesn't believe lawmakers will agree to pass a budget that cuts almost $700 million in state financing. "I've said that before", Edwards said. "He never called me to tell me that he was backing away from his commitment. I can't speak to that because I haven't been a part of those negotiations", Ivey said.

Rizvi bags gold, Jitu, Mehuli get bronze at ISSF WC

March 06, 2018

Competing in his first senior World Cup, Rizvi shot a world record score of 242.3 in the 24-shot final to beat an Olympic champion and clinch gold. "Mehuli also needs to be equally nodded as she is still a junior and to come up with a junior world record and a medal on debut at a Senior World Cup is no mean feat", Raninder said.

200-year-old tree at Mt. Vernon struck down in nor'easter

March 06, 2018

The Virginia historical site was closed in anticipation of the 60 miles per hour winds that hit the area Friday, but the Canadian hemlock tree and a Virginia cedar that stood watch over Washington's tomb didn't survive the severe wind storm.

Trump Mocks Kushner At Gridiron Dinner: 'Jared Could Not Get Through Security'

March 06, 2018

In fact, as of July 2017, 40 percent of White House staffers were earning $100,000 or more . "The Committee anticipates a productive response shortly", said Amanda Gonzalez, the committee's communications director. Weeks later, Jared Kushner backed diplomatic moves, including a blockade, by Saudi Arabia , United Arab Emirates and other neighboring countries against Qatar , the Intercept reported.

SC orders Center to file response to PIL on totalizer

March 06, 2018

The petitioners, one of who is Bharatiya Janata Party leader Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay, had said that votes in several booths should be counted together. It had sought the assistance of Attorney General K K Venugopal to assist the court in the matter. The totalizer was proposed in 2017 to prevent the disclosure of voting patterns across polling stations during the process of counting which may lead to any pre-poll intimation or post poll victimisation by any candidate.

Off-duty detective fatally shoots man trying to rob gas station

March 06, 2018

As the two armed men left the gas station, the off-duty officer identified himself as a police officer and told them to stop. "The two suspects turned around towards the officer with the guns in their hands", said Chief of Patrol Rodney Harrison.

Supreme Court to give ruling in unborn case on Wednesday

March 06, 2018

There are sometimes personal issues or sometimes institutional issues but in any case part-heard matters are never assigned to the same judge. He also asked why the sitting HC judges gave an interview to a newspaper refuting any allegation of foul play in Loya's death immediately after a news magazine published a story.

Mumbai fire: Buildings in Kalachowki area evacuated

March 06, 2018

However, no casualties have been reported so far. Current status: Firefighting is underway as of 12:30 pm. Mumbai Police has sealed the main road leading up to godown.

India's import duty hike weighs on Malaysian palm oil

March 06, 2018

Meanwhile, Malaysian palm oil futures traded on the Bursa Malaysia Derivative Exchange have risen around 2 per cent in February after declining for the last three months. Palm oil imports could drop by 500,000 tonnes in the 2017/18 marketing year that started on 1 November, said Govindbhai Patel, managing director of trading firm G.G.

Worldwide child marriages drop, UNICEF

March 06, 2018

The proportion of women who were married as children decreased by 15% in the last decade, with south Asia witnessing the largest decline (more than a third, from almost 50% to 30%) owing largely to progress in India. The risk of a girl being forced to marry before the age of 18 in South Asia has decreased from almost 50 percent to 30 percent, said a UNICEF statement.

WeChat accounts cross one billion mark, says CEO

March 06, 2018

CHINESE social media giant Tencent says its flagship platform WeChat has hit the milestone 1 billion monthly active users in what its CEO Ma Huateng described as a "remarkable number" that was achieved during the Lunar New Year in February.

Army bomb squad called to scene of auto fire on A2

March 06, 2018

Army bomb disposal officers have been called the site. The driver of the vehicle is a serving police officer. Emergency services received a report of a auto on fire at the junction of Ballyrobert Road shortly before 8.30am. Speaking in Brussels after meeting the European Union chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, Foster said her thoughts and prayers were with the female PSNI officer and her family.

Explosion at substation leaves homes without power in Saltburn | The Northern Echo

March 06, 2018

Tereena Haddow, who runs the nearby Saltburn Vets, filmed this footage of the incident and posted it on her Facebook page. "Everyone is stood around stunned and people can't see". "There were lots of bursts of flames at first, then a long stream of fire ". Fire engines were sent to tackle the blaze. Cleveland Fire Brigade said: 'Following a power surge, there was an explosion in an electrical box.

Sandwich man arrested for hit and run that injured firefighter

March 06, 2018

Durgin, 28, of Sandwich, was arrested and charged with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident that caused personal injury, reckless operation of a motor vehicle, and assault and battery with a risky weapon. The judge set his bail at $125,000. Granato was taken to a Rhode Island hospital with serious injuries but the fire department said he is in stable condition.

Top S. Korean politician resigns after sexual misconduct allegations

March 06, 2018

The woman, Kim Ji-eun, appeared on local television network JTBC's news programme on Monday evening and made her allegations public. She said she will file a complaint with the prosecution against him on Tuesday. At first, Hee-jung said he had a consensual sexual relationship but he later called it a "faulty" and "foolish behaviour". Ahn was expected to run again in the next presidential election.

Missing Cannock 17-year-old is found in Scotland

March 06, 2018

When the appeal was launched, Jessica was last seen on Friday at 1pm getting into the 45-year-old's van at Tesco in Heath Hayes, with the vehicle having since been found on a Staffordshire auto park. Jessica Roe is believed to be with Stuart Lymer, a man she is believed to consider as her soulmate, after she disappeared last Friday. A Police Scotland spokesman said yesterday: 'Jessica Roe, 17, and Stuart Lymer, 45, who had been reported missing from the Staffordshire area were found at ...

Myanmar's Ethnic Cleansing of Rohingyas Continues — UN Rights Official

March 06, 2018

Rohingya who sought shelter in Bangladesh have reported rape, killings and arson by security forces. Separately, the United Nations refugee agency, UNHCR, said it was concerned about people living just inside Myanmar at its border with Bangladesh.

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