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Tensions heightened along Israel-Gaza border as conflict continues

April 09, 2018

It stressed that Israeli live fire killed at least nine Palestinians, including a minor and a Palestinian journalist wearing a "press" jacket, and hurt hundreds more. Jason Greenblatt, U.S. President Donald Trump's Special Representative for International Negotiations, on Sunday urged Gaza's Hamas rulers to renounce violence and stop threatening Israel.

Veteran Teachers Return For Second Walkout

April 09, 2018

Dozens of protesters inside the packed Capitol responded Wednesday by jangling their keys in the Capitol rotunda and chanting "Where's our auto?" That threatens to derail high school students' college plans, summer jobs and pre-planned family vacations, Tinney said.

Century Aluminum (NASDAQ:CENX) Rating Increased to Outperform at BMO Capital Markets

April 09, 2018

Century Aluminum C ( NASDAQ : CENX)'s price to earnings ratio stood at 33.37. It has outperformed by 21.62% the S&P500.The move comes after 5 months negative chart setup for the $1.44 billion company. The firm has "Market Perform" rating by Cowen & Co given on Tuesday, July 21. As per Thursday, August 31, the company rating was maintained by RBC Capital Markets.

Leaked document suggests police cuts 'contributed' to rise in violent crime

April 09, 2018

Asked about the leaked Home Office documents, which said policing cuts "may have encouraged" violent offenders, Rudd said: "I haven't seen this document". She said: "While I understand that police are facing emerging threats and new pressures - leading us to increase total investment in policing - the evidence does not bear out claims that resources are to blame for rising violence".

Retaliation on Syrian military base after chemical attack

April 09, 2018

The reports could not immediately be independently verified. Images released by the Syrian Civil Defense White Helmets, a volunteer organization, showed children lying on the ground motionless and foaming at the mouth. The Syrian state denied government forces had launched any chemical attack . "We tried to send people to the area to rescue the injured, but even the rescue workers began suffocating", said Mohamed Samer, a medical worker in Douma.

'Holy Fire' Ceremony Helps Orthodox Christians Usher In Easter

April 09, 2018

Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Orthodox Christians and all Russian citizens on Orthodox Easter one week after Christians in the West celebrated their belief in Jesus rising from the dead three days after his crucifixion.

49 killed in alleged chemical attack in Syria, Assad regime's role suspected

April 09, 2018

In a press release, McCain suggested Trump's recent statement warning that USA troops would withdraw from Syria within six months could have inspired Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and Iranian backers to launch the poisonous attack in Douma on Saturday.

Controversy over Jagdish Tytler's presence at Congress protest against Modi govt

April 09, 2018

During the interview with Times Now , Tytler rubbished the claims that he was sidelined and said he was not there to sit on the stage but give support to the organizations. "Some conspirators in BJP see meaning in everything", Surjewala said. The day-long fast will also highlight the BJP-led NDA government's "failures" related to the recent CBSE paper leak, multi-crore PNB scam, non-functioning of Parliament and to press for the grant of Special Category Status to Andhra Pradesh.

Tory rising star apologises after admitting she 'hacked into Labour MP's website'

April 09, 2018

Ms Badenoch did not reveal the identity of the MP in the interview clip obtained by the Mail on Sunday , but people had speculated it could be Harriet Harman as the "hacking" made headlines when it happened in 2008 , around the same time as the incident she referred to.

Missiles attack Syrian air base in Homs: State media

April 09, 2018

The report on SANA said it was "likely to be an American aggression". Simply over a 12 months in the past, Trump ordered dozens of cruise missiles to be fired at a Syrian air base after declaring there was little doubt Assad had "choked out the lives of helpless" civilians in an assault that used banned gases.

Israeli warplanes carried out strikes on Syrian airbase - Russian MoD

April 09, 2018

A military spokeswoman for Israel , which has bombed Syrian government positions, including those linked to chemical weapons, declined to comment. Asked about the Russian statement, an Israeli military spokesman said he had no immediate comment.

1-magnitude quake jolts Japan

April 09, 2018

The Japanese agency urged residents to stay vigilant. Five people sustained injuries, but a lot of them were minor and not life-threatening, the Fire and Disaster Management Agency said. A JMA official told a press briefing that the region could experience further jolts over the next week, particularly in the coming two or three days.

General Motors Co (NYSE:GM) Institutional Investor Positioning

April 09, 2018

It has outperformed by 30.35% the S&P500. Fox Run Management L.L.C. increased its stake in General Motors by 3.1% in the 4th quarter. The auto manufacturing company announced $180.17 million value for the 2017Q4. Citigroup maintained the stock with "Buy" rating in Monday, May 16 report. On Wednesday, February 7 the stock of General Motors Company (NYSE:GM) has "Buy" rating given by Guggenheim.

President Kovind calls for global response to combat terrorism

April 09, 2018

They were received by Equatorial Guinean President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo . President Kovind urged the government of Equatorial Guinea to avail concessional lines of credit of Dollars 10 billion, which was announced during the India-Africa Forum Summit of 2015, over five years for African countries.

Trump, Macron vow 'strong, joint response' to Syria

April 09, 2018

On Saturday, several media outlets, citing Syrian militants, accused Damascus of using chemical weapons in the city of Duma in Syria's Eastern Ghouta . After Trump previous year authorized a strike on Syria, based on reports of a chemical attack in Khan Shaykhun, Macron also announced that France might consider unilateral actions, including a military strike, if chemical weapons are ever used in Syria again.

Crowe nets €2.3m in auction to mark his divorce

April 09, 2018

A 1986 Grammy Award jointly presented to Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Sam Phillips, Rick Nelson and Chips Moman made a whopping $150,000, and a violin made by Leandro Bislach in the late 19th century that Crowe played in Peter Weir's Master and Commander fetched $135,000.

TN man wanted for murder, believed to be in South MS

April 09, 2018

Sergeant Andy West says they have located that vehicle on the side of I-59. There is a heavy police presence along the interstate in Jasper County and traffic is backed up for miles, according to WDAM in Hattiesburg. Lawhorn's auto will be turned over to the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation for a further investigation. Lawhorn was seen at a convenience store in Heidelberg about 4:00 p.m.

Hyderabad woman abuses, pelts stones after cops book friend for drunk driving

April 09, 2018

However, things turned ugly when the woman began loudly arguing with the cops in the middle of the street. A woman was on Sunday booked for alleged drink-riving while her friend picked up a quarrel with the police over their action. After being caught, she overreacted and threw stones at people around. Media is usually informed of their drives against drunk driving, an official said.

Hobart DJ jailed after headbutting Tony Abbott

April 09, 2018

In a memorable interview with Channel Seven the day after the headbutt, Labe said he had seen Abbott walking by and chose to approach him. Labe will be on probation for 12 months and must undergo alcohol and drug rehabilitation. Later, Labe, a self-described anarchist, said his drunken attack was inspired by "personal hatred" of Abbott and had nothing to do with the marriage debate.

Stormy Daniels again seeks Donald Trump's answers under oath

April 09, 2018

Avenatti filed a similar motion over a week ago, which a judge deemed premature. Spokesmen for Trump and Clifford were not immediately available for comment. Stormy Daniels is expected to make a "major announcement" about the identify of a thug she says threatened her in Las Vegas in 2011 in an apparent attempt to stop her from speaking the president.

Turkey Claims Airstrikes on PKK in Kurdistan; Three Killed Elsewhere in Iraq

April 09, 2018

In its weekly roundup on Saturday, Turkey's armed forces said it had neutralized 31 militants from the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) in the southeastern Turkish provinces of Tunceli, Mardin, Diyarbakir and Sirnak and 77 others during cross-border operations.

Kyle Busch rolls to victory at Texas

April 09, 2018

Busch stayed in front of Kevin Harvick the last 24 laps after the final restart. Kurt Busch, the pole sitter, finished seventh. "It was just an absolutely pathetic two days on pit road", Harvick said. The ruling was no foul, and the battle for the victory was on. Before the cycle was completed, Ryan Newman - who had yet to make his final stop - blew a right-front tire and slammed into Turn 1 to bring out a caution.

CWG 2018: India's women's TT team clinches maiden Gold

April 09, 2018

Since the introduction of the sport in CWG in 2002, Singapore had not lost a single women's team final. However, in the second match, Batra's teammate Madhurika Patkar suffered a straight defeat from her opponent Mengyu Yu by 13-11, 11-2, 11-6, following which the game had reached the draw level 1-1.

McCain: Trump Emboldened Assad to Use Chemical Weapons

April 09, 2018

Democratic Representative Ted Lieu of California tweeted a message for Trump after the president blamed former President Obama for a chemical attack in Syria. "Douma city, April 7. there is a strong smell here", a voice can be heard saying. The reports, which started circulating late Saturday, could not be independently verified, and the government denied allegations it had used chemical weapon in its assault on the town.

Shadow minister 'frustrated' over Labour's slowness to tackle anti-Semitism

April 09, 2018

The 71-year-old, best known for her roles in Educating Rita, The Pianist and Oklahoma!, made a speech which was met with swathes of applause. "She said: "[Corbyn] is standing with elements who are against everything that we stand for: "hardworking, decent Jewish people of whom I am incredibly proud".

Pakistan, Afghanistan discuss 'action plan for peace'

April 09, 2018

Both the leaders agreed that peace, prosperity and stability of the two countries are inter-linked, reaffirming their resolve to work together to address all issues of bilateral and transit trade. Pakistan rejected as "baseless" the allegation that it violated Afghan airspace. Islamabad accuses Kabul of failing to take action against militant groups who continue to attack Pakistan from their sanctuaries across the border in Afghanistan.

Texas sends additional aircraft and troops to the border

April 09, 2018

The Governor's Office and Michigan Army National Guard respond to 6 News regarding President Trump's desire to send national guard members to patrol the border we share with Mexico. After plunging at the start of Trump's presidency, the numbers of migrants apprehended at the southwest border have started to rise in line with historical trends.

SC refuses to intervene in schedule of upcoming West Bengal panchayat polls

April 09, 2018

Today morning, the candidates of different parties had arrived to file nominations in the Mahakuma office when a clash started among both the parties. TMC MP and lawyer Kalyan Mukherjee expressed his happiness with the verdict and said that apex court sent back BJP empty handed. Notably, the BDOs have been appointed as assistant panchayat electoral registration officers by the West Bengal State Election Commission.

United States 'not involved' in strike on Syrian airfield near Homs

April 09, 2018

No government has yet claimed responsibility for the airstrikes, and US defense officials denied American military assets took part in the attack, The Associated Press reported . US officials immediately issued a denial of the Syrian accusations, saying there was no truth in the claim that the US had been behind an airstrike in Homs, one day after US President Donald Trump warned that there would be a " big price to pay " for the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad allegedly using ...

Patrick Reed wins first major at The Masters

April 09, 2018

Patrick Reed held off a furious comeback from Jordan Spieth and a stellar round from Rickie Fowler to claim his first Masters championship on Sunday. Dating to 1991, with the exception of Zach Johnson in 2007 (T-4th), Bubba Watson in 2012 (T-3rd), Adam Scott in 2013 (3rd) and Danny Willett in 2016 (T-5th), each Masters champion has been T-2nd or better after 54 holes.

Trump's National Security Council Spokesman Michael Anton Resigns

April 09, 2018

April 6, 2017. Top National Security Council spokesman Michael Anton he plans to leave his position at the White House on Sunday. His departure comes just a a day before Trump's new National Security Adviser John Bolton takes charge. 'Trump, alone among candidates for high office in this or in the last seven (at least) cycles, has stood up to say: I want to live. "Michael is one of the smartest and most talented individuals I've ever worked with - not to mention an awesome chef", said ...

Goodyear Tire and Rubber (GT) Receiving Somewhat Favorable Press Coverage, Analysis Shows

April 09, 2018

GT traded down $0.93 on Friday, hitting $26.81. The company had a trading volume of 3,525,667 shares, compared to its average volume of 2,823,429. It has underperformed by 37.28% the S&P500. Goldman Sachs has "Hold" rating and $2900 target. As per Tuesday, January 19, the company rating was upgraded by Susquehanna. The rating was maintained by Mizuho on Wednesday, October 14 with "Neutral".

Vale SA's (VALE) "Hold" Rating Reaffirm at Jefferies Group

April 09, 2018

Since April 8, 2017 VALE has risen 38.24% and is uptrending. VALE outperformed the S&P500 by 26.69%. Keystone Financial Planning Inc bought 7,340 shares as the company's stock declined 13.95% with the market. Investors sentiment decreased to 1.07 in Q4 2017. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46, a current ratio of 1.45 and a quick ratio of 1.15.

Colorado Springs police search for robbery suspects

April 09, 2018

Officers reportedly found 34-year-old Ainsley Johnson, whom they suspected of breaking a man's vehicle windows and smashing his mailbox. Johnson was detained an hour early in the day for breaking up the window of the resident's BMW and devastating the sufferer's despised during an debate, the paper reported.

First Trust Exchange Traded AlphaDEX Fund II (FEM) Short Interest Update

April 09, 2018

Hefty Wealth Partners raised its holdings in First Trust Exchange Traded Fund VI by 5.8% during the fourth quarter. The Index is a non-market capitalization weighted portfolio of 50 American depositary receipts (ADRs), American depositary shares (ADS) and/or stocks selected from a universe of all listed ADRs, ADSs, and/or stocks of companies from China and India trading on a United States exchange.

San Antonio officer-involved shooting leaves man in critical condition

April 09, 2018

The man allegedly pointed the gun at his girlfriend and then at officers, at that point police shot at the man. They say Hobbs police were trying to serve a warrant on a homicide suspect at a residence. Officers tried to arrest the suspect but said he walked away and ignored their commands to stop. The man later died at a hospital. A Cathedral City man is dead after an officer-involved shooting early Sunday morning on Ortega Road and near Wishing Well Trail.

Ahmedabad-Puri express coaches roll down 15km sans engine

April 09, 2018

ECoR sources here on Sunday said the Express train with hundreds of passengers rolled down from Titlagarh railway station towards Kesinga, nearly 15 kms without the Engine. None of the 1,000 passengers were injured, the spokesperson said. "When it crossed the river bridge, we were trembling with fear", he added. Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Sunday expressed expressed serious concern on the Puri-Ahmedabad Express incident that put lives of hundreds of passengers in ...

Exelon Corp 2017 Q4 Institutional Investor Sentiment Better Than Expected

April 09, 2018

It has underperformed by 22.65% the S&P500. In other Exelon news, CEO Calvin Butler, Jr. sold 25,000 shares of the company's stock in a transaction dated Thursday, March 15th. Rowe Price Group, Inc. Tarbox Family Office has 0.02% invested in Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA). Hbk Invs Lp holds 0.04% in Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) or 12,580 shares.

Bishop claims Newspolls aren't the reason Abbott was ousted as PM

April 09, 2018

Anyone expecting fire and brimstone from Tony Abbott after Malcolm Turnbull's 30th straight Newspoll loss would have been disappointed. Julie Bishop said polls were not the test of leadership, but who retained the confidence of the Liberal Party.

WWE: When Are The Best Wrestlemania 34 Pee Breaks?

April 09, 2018

For the second time, New Orleans hosts the annual Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal . The company made a decision to hold another WrestleMania the following year, which paid off once again and has been running strong for the last 34 years.

Ranking the most exciting matches on the WWE WrestleMania 34 card

April 09, 2018

These two have a rich history in Japan and it was Nakamura who got the win when they last met in NJPW. " Vince McMahon and I talked about this opportunity to do something really epic and fantastic". Take the 6/4 on the heel duo. "I have competed in two", Banks, competing in the first ever Women's Battle Royal at 'Mania, said. He has consistently had stop/start pushes, and there isn't much of a better time to move him back up the card now that he has re-signed with the company.

Former York U hockey player among victims in Humboldt Broncos bus crash

April 09, 2018

The team was on their way to play a game in Nipawin, two hours north of the capital, Saskatoon and was 20 minutes away from their destination when the crash took place. "I've got four other kids and they're here, which is nice". A family member posted on Facebook that her heart is broken. The team had been scheduled to continue its playoff series at the Elgar Petersen Arena tonight.

London police call urgent meeting after six more stabbings

April 09, 2018

Since the turn of the year, Sky News has identified 51 people who are suspected to have been deliberately killed in the capital amid a spate of stabbings and shootings, with two teenagers left injured in the latest knife attack at the Whitgift Shopping Centre in Croydon on Friday evening.

Chamber luncheon to tackle cannabis legalization

April 09, 2018

Burke invited Town Counsel Katherine Laughman to detail the community's obligation to address the local licensing issues. And while 75-percent of those surveyed say they do not use and will never use marijuana , almost one-in-four respondents said they would either try the drug if it became legal or if they now use it, they will continue to do so.

Trump Tower fire contained after 1 killed; Trump says building well-built

April 09, 2018

Nigro added that the firefighters had some difficulties with the fire since the apartment was "quite large" and was located "50 stories up". "It's criminal. In 1998, after two deadly NYC fires, legislation was proposed to require sprinklers in all residential buildings - but Trump lobbied against the bill, the New York Daily News reported .

Salman Khan walks out of jail after bail

April 09, 2018

He spent two nights in the jail. Wearing a black T-shirt, a pair of jeans and a cap, Salman was seen siting on the front seat of his auto. The court found him guilty while acquitting four other actors. Khan's sisters - Alvira and Arpita - were present during the hearing, along with his bodyguard Shera . While defense counsel Bora had argued for Khan's bail in the court on Friday, public prosecutor Pokar Ram Bishnoi had opposed the plea.

IPG Photonics (NASDAQ:IPGP) Director Sells $895755.00 in Stock

April 09, 2018

IPGP traded down $6.52 on Friday, hitting $222.47. 345,139 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 502,732. IPG Photonics Corporation develops and makes a range of high-performance fiber lasers, fiber amplifiers, and diode lasers used in various applications, primarily in materials processing worldwide.

Did the Pope Just Say Hell Does Not Exist?

April 09, 2018

Scalfari , according to the National Catholic Reporter , wrote that the pope told him that souls are not punished and that those who repent "receive the forgiveness of God and go among the line of souls who contemplate him, the souls of those who are unrepentant, and thus can not be forgiven, disappear".

McCain: Trump should act on alleged Syria chemical attack

April 09, 2018

President Donald Trump that there would be a " big price to pay ". The opposition-linked Syrian Civil Defence were able to document 42 fatalities but were impeded from searching further by strong odors, said Siraj Mahmoud, a spokesman for the group, which is known as the White Helmets .

State's dalit BJP MPs term UP MPs dissent 'personal'

April 09, 2018

The BJP members on Friday staged protest in Parliament against the washout of the second leg of the budget session due to disruptions, holding the Congress responsible. He said in the run up to the next Lok Sabha polls, his department will focus hard on uniting as many Dalits as possible under the Congress' umbrella to see Gandhi is propelled to the post of the prime minister.

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