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Skripal and daughter may not recover from attack

March 24, 2018

Foreign ministers of the 28-nation bloc issued a statement on Monday voicing "unqualified solidarity" with the United Kingdom, but stopping short of pointing the finger of blame at Moscow for the March 4 attack on ex-spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia .

Kushner Cos. faces NY building probe

March 24, 2018

The Department of Buildings is investigating more a dozen Kushner Cos. properties after the AP reported that the company had regularly filed false paperwork about rent-regulated tenants in its properties. "And when they inspect a building they look into everything from the roof to the cellar to find illegal construction, and that's what they are doing".

Carl Frampton to fight Nonito Donaire for WBO interim belt

March 24, 2018

The 31-year-old has been a world champion at both super-bantamweight and featherweight, most recently losing the WBA featherweight title to Leo Santa Cruz (the same man he won the belt from) in January 2017. "The victor of Selby-Warrington would be a big fight in the United Kingdom but a fight with Valdez would be a huge worldwide". Frampton added that he may need to produce the best performance of his career to get by Donaire.

Washington State Passes Law Requiring Healthcare Plans to Cover Abortion

March 24, 2018

A series of bills signed Wednesday by Gov. Jay Inslee puts Washington in the forefront of the #MeToo movement against sexual harassment and assault in the workplace, as well as strengthening equal pay provisions in state law. "Maintaining the state's commitment to religious freedom is vital", said Sartain, the Peninsula Daily News reports . Sartain added that since Catholic Churches and other morally objecting organizations can not cover contraception and abortion, a legal ...

Texas unemployment in February holds steady at 4 percent

March 24, 2018

The state added 167,800 total jobs since February 2017. Industries adding jobs last month included professional and business services, with 13,200 more positions. Napa County's jobless rate is the 10th best in the state. North Carolina's rate is still higher than the national rate, which has been at 4.1 percent for five months.

UK Police Investigating Suspicious Vehicle at Shopping Center in London

March 24, 2018

They now say the incident is over. Police then erected cordons around surrounding streets near the Shepherd's Bush site and said they were "assessing" the vehicle. During the incident a spokesman for Westfield said the centre's retailers 'continue to trade as normal and all vehicle parks are expected to be reopened shortly'.

Rand Paul voices displeasure with budget bill

March 24, 2018

While senators waited to see if there would be a vote Thursday night, several Republicans - including Ted Cruz of Texas and Joni Ernst of Iowa - came out against the bill, though there's no indication that any of those senators would delay the timing on the vote.

Canada's First Quantum refutes $8 billion Zambian tax bill

March 24, 2018

As he spoke, the stock fell as much as 9.2 per cent, extending a 12 per cent plunge on Tuesday. He said the company has paid about US$3 billion in tax to date in Zambia, with its annual bill varying from year to year. Zambia has reduced "significant" tax assessments against it in the past, Chief Executive Philip Pascall said on a conference call with analysts. "And then the matter gets resolved in due course".

US Senate approves historic crackdown on sex traffickers

March 24, 2018

Ann Wagner, R-Mo., said in a statement to The Christian Post on Friday. The measure is part of a push to focus less on punishing survivors and more on targeting traffickers and sex purchasers. Depending on how broadly FOSTA is applied, such mistakes could be construed as facilitating sex trafficking, so some companies may be incentivized to moderate sites less to shield themselves from liability, argues Eric Goldman, director of the High Tech Law Institute at Santa Clara University.

Kalonzo, Mudavadi, Wetangula parties to snub ODM

March 24, 2018

Speaking on Citizen TV's Jeff Koinange Live show, the senator said the three NASA co-principals are not Raila's peers and should not expect equal treatment with the former Prime Minister. The atmosphere - when the senators emerged from the meeting at a Nairobi hotel - was punctuated by an aura of tension as the principals hurdled together without talking.

'Isle of Dogs' finds Wes Anderson back on familiar ground

March 24, 2018

It features his signature blend of erudite childhood, flawless visual symmetry, deadpan comic delivery, and the evolution of the stunning stop-motion animation we saw in Fantastic Mr. To be fair, a lot probably has to do with the fact that I'm an animal lover and a pet owner. "We kept seeing our movie on the front pages of newspapers - not just in America but all over the place".

Governor decries temporary block on abortion law

March 24, 2018

He sought the restraining order because the new MS law would have prevented a 15-weeks pregnant woman from getting the procedure, which was scheduled Tuesday. A pattern has emerged in which Obama-appointed judges consistently strike down democratically enacted laws restricting abortions, which reveals the far-reaching effects of these appointments.

'Grandpa' Buffon happy to be part of new Italy generation

March 24, 2018

Italy will not be in this year's tournament in Russian Federation, ending Buffon's realistic hopes of ending his career with another World Cup medal. "I don't know if the last match of my career will be for Italy or Juventus . I entered into football on a Vespa, I'll leave it with only a company vehicle".

False Report of Wis. School Shooter Prompts Heavy Police Response

March 24, 2018

District leaders said they increased their police presence in schools. Gunshots were reportedly heard but not confirmed around 6:20 a.m. Friday, March 23 outside Kiel High School, according to officials speaking at a press conference. They escorted approximately 20 civilians, staff members from the building. Police earlier this week had investigated rumors of a potential shooting at the school planned for Friday, but later said their investigation had not produced any credible information ...

FGCU Softball Goes 4-1 in Clearwater

March 24, 2018

Peyton Ellis tossed the last two innings and yielded three more runs. Wes Harrell took the loss, but hit a home run with two RBIs for the Trojans. I also thought we hit the ball hard all over the field today which really made a difference for us.

Pa. Supreme Court chief justice to legislature: Don't impeach my colleagues

March 24, 2018

Reed, of Indiana County, said in a statement Thursday, "While I believe the State Supreme Court's decision to draw and implement their own congressional redistricting map is wrong, disagreement over the outcome of any particular case should not be grounds for impeachment".

Congress to move no-confidence motion against Modi government

March 24, 2018

This comes after both houses were adjourned for the day as the stalemate between the opposition and the government continued for the third week of the second leg of the budget session with ruckus prevailing unabated. As it happened in the last three days, even before the House commenced, TRS and AIADMK members trooped into the well, holding placards in support of their demands - reservations for Muslims and constitution of Cauvery river water management board - respectively.

Hot Stocks Among Investors: HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA), Okta, Inc. (OKTA)

March 24, 2018

Brandes Investment Partners LP boosted its holdings in HCA Healthcare by 441.7% in the third quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System reported 0.09% in HCA Healthcare, Inc. HCA Healthcare (NYSE:HCA) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, January 30th. The insider YUSPEH ALAN R sold $1.51M. Wallace James H sold $280,776 worth of stock.

Case filed against Andrabi for raising anti-national slogans

March 24, 2018

She has several cases registered against her including some for hoisting Pakistani flag on August 14 and March 23 - the Independence Day and National Day of Pakistan, respectively.No one from the government, including designated spokespersons, could be reached for their comments on this development.'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' (save girl, educate girl) is one of the prominent campaigns of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Uttar Pradesh to withdraw 'politically motivated' Muzaffarnagar riot cases

March 24, 2018

The cases also include 16 cases in which there are charges of promoting enmity on religious grounds under section 153 A on charges, and two cases of under section 295 A for deliberate and malicious acts meant to insult a religion or religious beliefs.

Five Indian forces among 10 killed in held Kashmir gun battle

March 24, 2018

Five Indian soldiers and five suspected militants were killed in a gun battle near the de facto border between India and Pakistan in the disputed region of Kashmir on Wednesday, a senior police official said. Kashmir has been divided between India and Pakistan since the end of British colonial rule in 1947. Rebels have been fighting Indian rule since 1989, demanding Kashmir be made part of Pakistan or become an independent country.

Banco Santander Brasil (BSBR) Rating Lowered to Hold at Zacks Investment Research

March 24, 2018

For that goal, you will have to understand the concept of Moving Average (MA), as it is one of the most important technical indicators to measure stock activity in the market via a table, diagram or chart. (SAN) stock was most active stock of Wall Street Market on Thursday. Most day traders exit positions before the market closes to avoid unmanageable risks-negative price gaps between one day's close and the next day's price at the open.

Optimism from Trudeau, following word of potential NAFTA breakthrough

March 24, 2018

Canada and Mexico had rejected the demand. "We're in a pretty good place". Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Wednesday for the first time that a deal to renegotiate NAFTA was likely, amid signs negotiators may be closer to settling one of the regional trade pact's most contentious issues.

Body Cam Footage Shows Man Biting Police Dog During Arrest

March 24, 2018

A woman involved in a chase in Southern California went from one doghouse to the next after getting sniffed out by none other than a K-9 unit. In the ensuing tussle between O'Malley and Murphy , the suspect appears to try and choke and bite the dog.

Libya row has made my life living hell: Sarkozy

March 24, 2018

Herzog, who is also handling a separate case where Sarkozy stands accused of illicit spending overruns in his failed 2012 re-election bid, said he was going to appeal a judicial barring order imposed on Sarkozy when he was released from custody on Wednesday after two days of questioning.

Arizona DACA Recipients Claim Victory On Driver's Licenses

March 24, 2018

With funding for President Donald Trump's plan for a border wall but no protection for young immigrants, known as " Dreamers ", who were brought to the U.S.as children, immigrant rights activists on Thursday called the spending deal released by lawmakers this week an affront to immigrants across the country, and demanded that Democrats who claim to support their communities reject the plan.

Hostage Situation In France Supermarket: Two Killed, 8 In Captivity

March 24, 2018

A major police operation is underway and officials have surrounded the supermarket . Macron said security services were checking that claim. He was known to police for petty crime and drug-dealing and was under surveillance - but not suspected of extremist links.

Tillerson tells staffers to avoid 'mean-spirited' behavior in exit speech

March 24, 2018

We're all just human beings trying to do our part. And now Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has said farewell, with a parting plea Thursday to America's diplomats not to let anyone violate their integrity. "In closing I would like to ask that ask each of you undertake one act of kindness each day towards another person". "Each of us gets to chose the person we want to be, and the way we wanted to be treated and the way we will treat others".

Paddler Soumyajit Ghosh is staring at suspension

March 24, 2018

The18-year-old also claimed that she was in a relationship with Ghosh when she was 15-year-old, during which he raped her. He was scheduled to return to India on 25 March before flying to Australia to participate at next month's Commonwealth Games .

Driver dead after crashing at California Air Force base

March 24, 2018

A driver has died after going through the main gate at Travis Air Force Base in northern California without authorization and crashing his auto, the base said early on Thursday. The Air Force Times reported on Thursday that explosive ordnance disposal units and the Office of Special Investigations were among the first to respond to the incident.

Gratuity bill passed, tax free ceiling amount raised to Rs 20 lakh

March 24, 2018

The bill moved by Labour Minister Santosh Kumar Gangwar in the Rajya Sabha was passed by a voice vote. With this, the maximum limit on gratuity payment for private sector employees has been doubled from ₹10 lakh to ₹20 lakh - in line with the benefit provided to government employees in 2016.

Enyimba, Akwa United, Plateau United, MFM FC get next round opponents

March 24, 2018

Bidvest Wits were dumped out of the CAF Champions League by Primero do Agosto of Angola but will entertain the People's Elephants in the first leg. Enyimba of Aba, who defeated Energie FC of Benin 5-2 on aggregate to get to this stage, will be hosted by their opponents in the first leg of the encounter.

Shaw Reports Water Use Reductions on World Water Day

March 24, 2018

Almost four years ago, an emergency manager appointed by Governor Rick Snyder ordered the switch of Flint's water supply to a polluted river and caused the Flint Water Crisis . The new well provides water for youth who participate in the oratory's activities, as well as the surrounding community that often faces water shortages.

United Nations chief congratulates Putin on reelection

March 24, 2018

The beginning of a new year brings with it a sense of fresh possibility, he said. The observance had also promoted peace and solidarity within families and between generations, he articulated. Nowruz is a reminder of commonalities and our rich diversity. He emphasised the "inspirational" contribution of the Parsi community in building modern India.

DeVos: School safety panel will have 4 Cabinet secretaries

March 23, 2018

It was the second year in a row that Congress rejected her proposals. During a congressional hearing earlier this week, DeVos defended the roughly 5% the White House sought to cut from the Education Department's funding, saying it was aligned with the goal of reducing federal involvement in education.

Officer, 5 others shot in San Francisco

March 23, 2018

One officer and five others who were inside the business were shot, including the gunman who fired on police. Two others injured during the shootout, including the suspect, are now in critical condition after suffering life-threatening injuries.

McCorvey steps down from JPII, Green named head coach

March 24, 2018

Those were just of the thoughts 2006 Watertown High School graduate Mitch Kranz shared upon the introduction of being named the head coach of the Aberdeen Central High School football program. His first season saw the team win both sectional and Federation titles. "I think we are really turning around numbers wise, with the hiring of a new coach I think people are intrigued to see where this program is going to go", Grabowski said.

Shawn Mendes, Anne Marie & more to help Queen Elizabeth mark 92nd birthday

March 23, 2018

Since skyrocketing into stardom, both here and overseas, the talented musician just announced he'll be releasing a new single "In My Blood" on Thursday (March 22). Tickets for the occasion can be purchased at the Royal Albert Hall's website . The birthday extravaganza will be broadcast live on BBC TV. The upcoming televised concert to celebrate the 92nd birthday of the Queen of England will feature Shaggy .

Federal Bureau of Investigation seeks assistance in locating NOLA bank robbery suspect

March 24, 2018

Davis is accused of entering First Sentry Bank on Mud River Road in Barboursville just before noon Saturday, handing the bank teller that read "This is a robbery I want the money in the register no games!" Police spokesman said the criminal could be sentenced to more than 10 years in prison.

Moriera's 4 goals vault JHS girls to 8-0 win over Corsicana

March 23, 2018

Takalo's point total is 35th all time in OR hoops history. Melstad moved to Vermillion at the start of eighth grade which happened to be the same year a new head coach was taking over the team. They will be two of the seven seniors on next year's team. "Over the years, I've definitely grown in confidence", said Murray, who is undecided if she'll play volleyball or basketball in college.

The Blockchain - powered CoinFi (COFI) fell $-0.00256 on March 21-22

March 24, 2018

IOTA (MIOTA) traded down 6.9% against the dollar and now trades at $1.31 or 0.00015209 BTC. Ripple (XRP) traded down 4.1% against the dollar and now trades at $0.66 or 0.00007611 BTC. POE is an ERC20 Ethereum-based token that represents a proportional share of the the fees and revenue generated from the commercial applications built on top of the Po.et protocol, including generating content licenses and processing license payments among others.

Minnesota teen crashes through exam building during driver's test

March 24, 2018

Buffalo Police said the 17-year-old put the Chevrolet Equinox in drive instead of reverse, bringing the test to a crashing halt as the SUV plowed into the driver's examination office. There were no other injuries and no one was inside the building at the time of the crash, but the brick wall and glass windows of the building were damaged, the Star Tribune reported.

Ukrainian War Hero Arrested on Coup Charges

March 23, 2018

She is suspected of plotting a terrorist attack, planning to kill members of parliament, government, and the president, and organizing a coup. Lutsenko said she may be subjected to a forced psychiatric evaluation. After being detained, Ms Savchenko (36) hugged her elderly mother and walked through Kiev with SBU agents to their office, accompanied by journalists and supporters.

Trump to unveil China trade sanctions on Friday

March 24, 2018

The United Steelworkers union says Trump is taking a "balanced approach" by pushing the tariffs, investment restrictions on China and a case with the World Trade Organization . Donald Trump thinks the trade deficit is against America's national security interest, killing jobs in USA and hurting its economy. The EU is considering restrictions on imports of United States goods including Harley-Davidson motorcycles and jeans from San Francisco-based Levi Strauss & Co.

Anal homosexuality tests illegal, Kenyan court finds

March 23, 2018

A Kenyan appeals court Thursday ruled unlawful the use of forced anal exams to test whether two men had gay sex, which is criminalized in the East African nation. Another landmark case is due to come to court after a two-year battle, as the Kenyan High Court is debating whether or not to legalise same-sex relations .

Warren: Carson Cares More About Dining Set Than Housing Discrimination

March 23, 2018

Carson protested Warren's account of his tenure, saying she mischaracterized his work but she was welcome to say whatever she wanted. The HUD secretary said that the purchase was actually made by his wife , Candy Carson, because of safety precautions due to "facilities" issues as opposed to exclusively for decorating purposes.

American College Student Dies During Rugby Trip To Bermuda

March 23, 2018

Bermuda police Tuesday continued their investigation into the death of 19-year-old Mark Dombroski, with police Superintendent Sean Field-Lament specifically appealing to the public to refrain from perpetuating rumors being shared on social media as the case garners global attention.

Public basic school teachers 'wickedly' not teaching pupils - Prof. Adei

March 24, 2018

What can and what should parents do? "Teachers hope a resolution is made before the walkout has to happen", Harris said. Studies of teachers' health in Switzerland show worrying results, says the union of public service workers (VPOD). It's time for the adults in their lives - teachers, parents and lawmakers - to listen to them and to do better for them. In that meeting, keep in mind to use non-blaming language.

Estimates: Adams County population higher

March 23, 2018

Tennessee's 2017 population was 6.7 million, which was 1 percent more than in 2016. Since 2010, Loudoun County's population has increased more than 27 percent, to more than 380,000. Its population grew 2 percent previous year to 97,264 residents. All of the counties in the Chattanooga and Cleveland metro areas put up gains in the year except Polk and Sequatchie counties, estimates show.

North Korea's parliament to meet in April ahead of inter-Korean summit

March 24, 2018

North Korea plans to hold a meeting of the Supreme People's Assembly in April but it is unlikely the event will be held to make significant changes to the state's commitment to nuclear weapons development. "North Korea is expected to announce its leader Kim Jong-un's latest diplomatic policy toward South Korea and other nations for the improvement of inter-Korean ties and peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula", said Yang Moo-jin, a professor at the University of North Korean Studies.

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