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Driver Tries to Pass Off Homer Simpson's Driver License as His Own

March 19, 2018

When she did, the driver handed her a fake license featuring Homer Simpson's name and, in perhaps the boldest part of the whole con, an animated picture of the character making his famous " D'oh! " face. Also had no insurance and therefore auto seized and reported for both offences. It clocked up thousands of likes across social media platforms and was splashed on major news sites across the globe.

Florida State stuns top seed Xavier, heads to Sweet 16

March 19, 2018

Reminiscent of his early season form, the senior guard hit three of his seven three-point attempts in the game. Xavier went on a 11-2 run between the end of the first half and the first two minutes of the second half. A questionable charge call on Trent Forrest at halfcourt took away a breakaway dunk for Angola. A pair of free throws by Savoy made the lead three.

'I don't want to make someone a hero': Balayya On Pawan Kalyan

March 19, 2018

However, Pawan had taken up his own agitation demanding a special status for AP. Similarly, they went to Bihar once Ramnath Kovind was declared as a Presidential candidate. On the JanaSena Party formation day, the party president and actor Pawan Kalyan made allegations of corruption against the ruling TDP government and also named Lokesh in the allegations.

United Kingdom should postpone Brexit, key MPs say

March 19, 2018

Labour lawmaker Hilary Benn, who chairs the committee, said the British government has yet to provide concrete solutions to major issues, including the Irish border. "Staying in the customs union or single market would make us a vassal state ". "Those of us who respect the instructions the people gave us in the Referendum could not support so partisan a text".

Two-plus-two dialogue between India, US postponed

March 19, 2018

Canadian officials are hoping that attempts to strengthen ties between the two countries will continue, but, with this latest move, the signs aren't very encouraging. Donald Trump sacked Rex Tillerson as his Secretary of State on Tuesday, ending a tumultuous tenure as America's top diplomat that was marked by a series of public disagreements with his boss.

Mohammed Shami case: Pakistani 'friend' Alishba finally breaks silence

March 19, 2018

March 18 (ANI): Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has pledged full co-operation from his side and his family as a Kolkata Police team arrived at his house in Uttar Pradesh's Amroha city on Sunday, to continue investigations into the numerous allegations he is facing from his wife, Hasin Jahan .

Mansfield Timberview's Chennedy Carter sends Texas A&M into Sweet Sixteen

March 19, 2018

The Blue Demons' only previous appearance in Reed Arena was December 12, 2015, when they upset the Aggies 80-66. They took it right to edge, though, with the game not in hand until Jasmine Lumpkin's steal closed it out. Such drama is familiar to Texas A&M fans. It was her three-pointer with 3.2 seconds left that was the game-winner. Anriel Howard added 18 points and 19 rebounds.

MNS chief Thackeray calls for Modi-mukt Bharat

March 19, 2018

While pledging to hold this public rally annually, Raj Thackerays address was a concerted attempt to revive the sagging organisation which faced a complete rout in 2014 elections. On the Ayodhya Temple issue Raj Thackeray said that while he wanted the temple to be built, it should not be used as a political tool to divide people and garner votes.

Shropshire and mid-Wales feel tremors of 4.4 magnitude quake

March 19, 2018

Quakes that strong only hit the United Kingdom every three to five years, the BGS said on Twitter . Cabinets and sofas shock and social media went into a frenzy as people reported what they had felt. However, Saturday's natural disaster in Wales was felt as far away as Carisbrooke Castle on the Isle of Wight, over 200km way. "My first thought was " earthquake ".

Fires ravage NSW south coast and south-west Victoria

March 19, 2018

If you're anxious about family in the Tathra area, call the Public Information Inquiry Centre on 1800 227 228. Despite cooler conditions overnight, warnings still remain in place for fires burning near the communities of Terang, Garvoc and Camperdown and Gazette, in the state's west, where over 700 firefighters are battling several blazes.

30000 civilians evacuate Syria's Eastern Ghouta

March 19, 2018

Over 25,000 people have left Damascus' suburb of Eastern Ghouta through the checkpoint in the settlement of Hammuriyah, spokesman for the Russian Defense Ministry's Center for Syrian reconciliation Maj. The Observatory said air strikes in eastern Ghouta killed 80 people, including 14 children, in the towns of Kafr Batna, Saqba and Harasta on Friday.

Amber Alert issued for missing El Paso Co boy

March 19, 2018

On Sunday morning, at approximately 7:18 a.m., Nain was located and transported to a hospital in a life-threatening condition. He was possibly taken by an older, dark-skinned male with three other people traveling in a large white panel van wth no windows in the back.

Forty five USA trade groups urge Trump to avoid tariffs against China

March 19, 2018

Rather, the U.S. "should work with like-minded partners to address common concerns with China's trade and investment policies". A spokeswoman for the U.S. Britain's trade minister, Liam Fox, told Reuters in NY that he was optimistic about a positive resolution to a tariff exemption, despite the closest USA security ally's dissatisfaction with the plan.

Fourth Snow Storm Expected to Miss Hudson Valley

March 19, 2018

The last Sunday of winter will be sunny and mild with afternoon temperatures hitting 50 degrees as winds remain calm. All areas will be windy overnight with gusts over 40 miles per hour likely at times, and the air will get cold. "There's still a lot to see with how this storm moves, but our current thoughts are that Boston and areas to the south of it could see some snow", said Buttrick.

Rahul Gandhi's 'Kauravas' Charge Riles BJP, Party Calls Him 'Loser' in Return

March 19, 2018

The proposal was adopted with a consensus by raising of hands. He said, if voted to power, the Congress government will set up a web of food parks and make efforts for imparting IIT-like quality higher education across the country. "So you will not get the ticket", Rahul said to a thunderous applause from the thousands of workers gathered for the Plenary. "Modi gives Modi Rs 30,000 crore of your money and, in turn, Modi gives Modi money for marketing Modi and winning elections".

Death penalty for drug traffickers part of Trump opioid plan

March 19, 2018

In 2017, New Hampshire had the third highest drug overdose death rate in the us, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Mr. Trump's plan will also expand treatment, although it still remains unclear how this will be funded by the administration.

Suu Kyi turns to Australia, ASEAN for help

March 19, 2018

Over the weekend, members of the Myanmar's Rohingya Community in Australia called for Ms Suu Kyi to go home. Though Suu Kyi has been the de facto head of Myanmar's civilian government since her party took power, she is limited in her control of the country by a constitution written by the outgoing junta.

Bill Hader & Fred Armisen Reunite on 'SNL' Cold Open

March 19, 2018

The bit presented as a segment of CNN's " Anderson Cooper 360" skewered headlines of the week including President Donald Trump's unceremonious firing of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson , who was limned by Goodman. Tillerson then blurts out, "Trump is a moron" before laughing nervously. Feels nice to say what I want. "Call Jurassic Park because the Rexie is loose".

Counselors, deputy wanted Nikolas Cruz institutionalized long before Florida school massacre

March 19, 2018

Court documents obtained by the Associated Press show school officials and a sheriff's deputy recommended that Cruz be involuntarily committed for a mental evaluation in September 2016. The resource officer was Scot Peterson , the sheriff's deputy who resigned following accusations that he did not respond adequately to the shooting when he stayed outside of the building where the shooting was taking place.

Hundreds of Thousands Flee From Syria's Afrin Within 3 Days

March 19, 2018

The broadcaster showed a herd of sheep among the crowds leaving through the crossing. Tens of thousands have taken to the roads with their belongings, as Russia-backed regime fighters push deeper into rebel eastern Ghouta outside the capital and Turkey-led forces press an assault in the Kurdish enclave of Afrin.

A Fourth Explosion In Austin Within Weeks Has Injured Multiple People

March 19, 2018

There was no immediate word on what caused the blast. The Austin-Travis Country EMS tweeted Sunday night that there was a "critical incident" at Dawn Song Drive in Austin and medics were on their way for injuries to two males in their 20s with serious injuries ...

Lok Sabha showdown likely today on no-trust move

March 19, 2018

The Telugu Desam Party moved a no-confidence motion against the central government in the Lok Sabha today, hours after party president N Chandrababu Naidu announced in Amaravati that the party was exiting the National Democratic Alliance ( NDA ) on the issue of special category status (SCS) to Andhra Pradesh.

Putin on course for victory in Russian election

March 19, 2018

Footage from Russian voting stations, which have been verified to have been filmed today, have emerged that appear to show officials stuffing ballot papers into boxes. The major goal for Russian authorities is producing a big turnout that will hand Putin the legitimacy he craves and a mandate for his fourth term. But at 10 a.m.

Russian Federation to expel 23 United Kingdom diplomats

March 19, 2018

The ministry also revoked its approval of the opening and operation of the British Consulate General in the Russian city of St. Petersburg, saying that "the British Council's activities are being ceased due to its unregulated status in the Russian Federation".

Accusation of Putin role in poisoning is shocking

March 19, 2018

A day before he was sacked, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Monday expressed "full confidence" in the UK's assessment that Russian Federation was likely responsible the poisoning. Trump has often muddied the conclusion of USA intelligence agencies, declaring that while Russian Federation interfered, others likely did as well. Those powers took effect in January, but so far nobody has been punished.

Putin ordered for 'hijacked' plane to be shot down in 2014

March 19, 2018

The American Jewish Committee tweeted: "President Putin suggesting that Russian Federation minorities, be they Ukrainian, Tatar, or Jewish, were behind us election meddling is eerily reminiscent of the Protocols of the Elders of Zion ".

Putin retains grip on power, exit poll shows

March 19, 2018

Mr Putin's most well-known opponent, anti-corruption campaigner Alexei Navalny, was rejected as a candidate because he was convicted of fraud in a case widely regarded as politically motivated. "But the secret service may sometimes decide that they've done enough for the criminal gang, and act on their own initiative as they see fit". Since taking power 18 years ago, Putin has stamped his total authority on the country, silencing opposition and reasserting Moscow's lost might overseas.

Novichokolate from Putin? Graffiti irony near Russian embassy tackles nerve attack

March 19, 2018

The Democrats' letter also sounds an alarm about this year's midterm elections, warning that despite Putin's claims, Russian efforts are ongoing and must be taken seriously before November. Russia's envoy at the OPCW has claimed the substance used could have come from either US or British stockpiles. British Prime Minister Theresa May on March 15 announced the biggest expulsion of Russian diplomats in 30 years, the suspension of planned high-level contacts with Russia, and a boycott by ...

Mourinho defends harsh criticism of Man United players

March 19, 2018

While it may not have worked in midweek, his method worked on Saturday. When Romelu Lukaku put United in front in the 37th minute the manager, with a scarf pulled up to his nose, showed little emotion, but there was a small fist pump. It's easy to understand why given the manner in which Sevilla dumped United out of Europe, and Brighton tried their best to recreate the scene. Locadia had two efforts that nearly brought about an Albion goal, a header from the edge of the six yard from a ...

Modi government has mismanaged J&K: Manmohan Singh

March 19, 2018

Condemning the cross-border terrorism support provided by Pakistan, Manmohan Singh also said that India must warn it against this path and to instead sort out issues peacefully. "That's not going to happen, he added". Addressing his party's 84th plenary session , Singh said that the Modi government had mismanaged the Kashmir issue 'like never before.' He said, "India needs to create an environment that is neigbour friendly".

Militants killed belonged to IS linked group

March 19, 2018

Their bodies had been recovered from debris of the four houses raised to rubble in heavy shelling by the forces. Police said the two slain militants have been identified as Rasiq Nabi Bhat of Tral and Shabir Dar of Awantipora. The standoff began on Thursday evening when armed terrorists opened fire on the security guards of a BJP worker Anwar Khan at Balhama village, around 20 kilometers from Srinagar.

Mini "Beast from the East" to grip region this weekend

March 19, 2018

Snow is now forecast to fall from 5pm on Saturday until 9am on Sunday, and temperatures are expected to drop to -3C with a high of 2C. Further south, between York and the Nottingham area, the Met Office has upgraded the warning for snow and ice at the weekend to an amber "be prepared" level.

Calls for Dravida Nadu stem from neglect of States: Stalin

March 19, 2018

On his reported demand for "Dravida Nadu", (conceptually it means a separate union of five southern States and the Union Territory of Puducherry), Stalin blamed the media, saying they had made it appear as if he had asked for it. "All I said in Erode was that if such a situation emerged, we would support it". However, some also argued that his statement is an effort to quell "Tamil Nationalism".

May 'anticipated' Russian retaliation in ex-spy poisoning row

March 19, 2018

Escalating a crisis in relations, Russian Federation said it was also shutting down the activities of the British Council, which fosters cultural links between the two countries, and Britain's consulate-general in St. President Vladimir Putin's spokesman said to expect a Russian response "shortly" to Britain's expulsion of Russian diplomats and accused Britain of violating global law and "common sense".

Russia Retaliates, Expels 23 British Diplomats Over Spy Poisoning

March 19, 2018

Speaking after his meeting at the Foreign Office on Friday, British Ambassador Laurie Bristow said the, "crisis has arisen as a result of an appalling attack in the United Kingdom - the attempted murder of two people using a chemical weapon developed in Russian Federation".

Bipartisan lawmakers defend Mueller amid Trump's attacks on probe

March 19, 2018

In the most recent public opinion poll, taken in February by Monmouth University, 62 percent of Americans said that they feel not only that Trump should not fire Mueller, but that congress should pass a law to protect the special counsel's job if, in fact, Trump does move to pink-slip Mueller.

Rochester Police identify stabbing suspect

March 19, 2018

When officers arrived at the scene, police said they found two adult male victims on the fourth floor of the building suffering from critical stab wounds. Rochester police Capt. John Sherwin says the suspect had reportedly "bickered" with the victims "quite a bit". Police say the victims and suspect all lived at the apartments.

Putin Handily Wins Another Six-Year Term, Firms Grip on Russia

March 19, 2018

She says the ballot box was sealed and the man was arrested. Vladimir Putin will lead Russian Federation for another six years, after securing an expected victory in the presidential election. Security forces are surrounding Russian facilities in Ukraine amid anger over the Ukrainian government's refusal to allow ordinary Russians to vote for president.

Sweden used North Korea talks to push for release of detained Americans

March 19, 2018

South Korea's Foreign Ministry said the gathering would be similar to the so-called "Track 2" dialogue that has involved North Korean officials and former USA officials and experts. And he has been in close touch with the director of South Korea's National Intelligence Service, Suh Hoon, who American officials said brokered Mr. Kim's invitation to Mr.

Mueller has sent questions for Trump to the White House

March 19, 2018

The President's own Attorney General Jeff Sessions put Rosenstein in charge of Mueller's investigation. Fueling Mr. Trump's aggravation now is the special counsel's latest inquiry: a subpoena to the Trump Organization. "I see no cause when it comes to Mr. Mueller", Graham said on CNN. His Senate counterpart, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, has yet to comment on the ordeal.

Man dead, woman critically hurt in shooting outside North York bowling alley

March 19, 2018

Police believe Ngo was accompanied by at least one male friend at the time of the shooting. One is described as wearing a blue hoodie and black shoes, another was wearing a black shirt and black shoes with white soles. Two shooters fired bullets toward the doors of the Playtime Bowl on Saturday night, striking 29-year-old Ruma Amar and Thanh Tien Ngo, 32, said Det.

Putin leads presidential elections in Russian Federation

March 19, 2018

Moscow time. None of the seven candidates who ran against him posed a threat, and opposition leader Alexei Navalny was barred from running. Putin's critics have slammed the election as unfair, citing the Kremlin's tight control over the media, quelling of the opposition and restrictions on some election monitors to ensure a free vote.

Russian Federation to expel 23 British diplomats

March 19, 2018

British police said they were treating Glushkov's death as unexplained, but did not think it was linked to the attack on the Skripals. As the fallout from the poisoning unravels in the worldwide arena, British police are continuing their investigation into the poisoning of Mr Skripal and his daughter Yulia.

Russian Federation election website reports hacking attempt

March 19, 2018

The Kremlin needs high voter numbers to give greater legitimacy to a new mandate for Putin as Russian Federation faces increasing isolation over a spy poisoning in Britain and a fresh round of USA sanctions. Putin, 65, has been in power, either as president or prime minister, since 2000. A state exit poll put the turnout at 63.7%, down on 2012. Billboards and public-service announcements also reminded eligible voters to go to the polls.

Vladimir Putin Wins 4th Presidential Term

March 19, 2018

None of the other five candidates is on track to receive more than 2 percent of the vote. Across the country in the city of Yekaterinburg, a Russian doctor also said she was being coerced to vote. President Vladimir V. Putin at a polling station in Moscow. Election observers and local media have reported threats and coercion of voters to re-register at their place of work and report later that they have voted.

TDP exits NDA: Showdown in Lok Sabha on No-Trust today

March 18, 2018

Congress criticised Mahajan's decision, accusing the government of staging protests to save itself from embarrassment. Two days ago, two TDP ministers resigned from the Narendra Modi government following the Centre's refusal to grant Special Category Status to Andhra Pradesh.

Spy Poisoning: Russia Expels 23 British Diplomats

March 19, 2018

In 2008 two branches of the British Council cultural organisation in St Petersburg and Yekaterinburg were then closed following pressure from Russian authorities for alleged tax irregularities. Russia's Foreign Ministry says the West's angry reaction to a nerve agent attack in Britain is connected to the war in Syria. Skripal is a former colonel in Russian military intelligence who was jailed in his country for betraying agents to Britain's MI6 secret service and moved there in a spy swap in ...

Akhilesh drives to Mayawati's bungalow to thank her

March 18, 2018

Akhilesh , while speaking to reporters here, thanked the BSP supremo Mayawati for extending support in the "important battle" (LS by-polls). "BJP has not fulfilled any of the promises it made to the people, " he said. By noon, the SP candidate from Gorakhpur also started taking lead in the seat adding to further jubilation among party workers. On the floor of the House he said that he does not celebrate Eid because he was a Hindu.

'It certainly looks like' Russian Federation was behind poisoning of ex-spy

March 19, 2018

She also announced that the Russian foreign minister's visit to the United Kingdom will be cancelled and no British dignitaries will be attending the upcoming World Cup in Russia . Speaking to BBC Radio 4's Today programme on Friday, Mr Stoltenberg said North Atlantic Treaty Organisation has "no reason to doubt the findings and assessments by the British government" which suggest Russian responsibility.

Syria's Assad visits frontline area in Eastern Ghouta

March 18, 2018

Syrian Army units intensified on Saturday their military operations in Eastern Ghouta in Damascus countryside, inflicting heavy losses on terrorists, and at the same time continued to secure the safe corridors for the evacuation of civilians held hostage by terrorist organizations.