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Coast Guard suspends search for 4-year-old boy swept into ocean

April 26, 2018

The Coast Guard says the boy was on the beach with his mother in the area of Lillian Street when a "rogue" wave hit both, sweeping the boy into the surf. the Coast Guard suspended its search. Kitty Hawk, N.C., Police Chief Joel C. Johnson said in a Facebook post Wednesday evening that a boy had been walking along the shore when he "was swept from his mother into the ocean and carried away by the current".

Scots Tory leader Ruth Davidson pregnant - first child with Jen Wilson

April 26, 2018

She described the intense relief she feels as getting pregnant following the "stress and pressure" of the procedure, and her struggle to keep the news quiet as someone "who wears my heart on my sleeve". She added: "While it often goes unacknowledged, politicians have personal lives too, and I hope people will understand that I want to be able to combine my public role with a family life".

Syracuse Starbucks to continue patron policy practices after Philadelphia arrests

April 27, 2018

This incident shows that black people can't even 'wait while black.' Starbucks failed these men and all of its customers by treating them in this unfair and demeaning way. In a statement , the Police Advisory Commission concurred: "It seems that the men who were ultimately arrested in this incident may not have been legally justified to be in Starbucks once they refused to make a purchase and did not leave when asked by both the store management and police".

NSF Breaking Story: Court Grants Stay in Felons' Rights Battle

April 26, 2018

Instead, he took aim at how the state considers who should get their rights restored. A federal judge gave Florida until Thursday to create a new process for restoring voting rights to former prisoners. After applications are filed, the process can take years to complete. Florida's clash over voting rights comes as Scott campaigns for the U.S. Senate seat of Democratic incumbent Bill Nelson in a state where as many as 1.5 million felons remain disenfranchised by the state's ban in the ...

Is 70.44 Too Lofty a Target For Spire Inc (SR)?

April 26, 2018

The stock traded on impressive volume of 6.47 Million comparing to the average volume of 4389.89 shares, completing picture of exact trends with uncompleted dots in volume over the norm. 37 funds opened positions while 108 raised stakes. Barrow Hanley Mewhinney & Strauss Limited Company stated it has 5.42M shares. The broad Callon Petroleum Company industry has an average P/S ratio of 78.72, which is significantly worse than the sector's 18.26.

Senate Orders NNPC To Stop Payment Of Oil Subsidy

April 26, 2018

The Senators also resolved to legalize the payment by including it in the 2018 budget. The lawmakers described the payment as illegal and lacks transparency. Fuel subsidies are a contentious issue in Nigeria, where prices are kept artificially low at 145 naira ($0.48) per litre, often as a populist tool.

Georgia coach arrested for bringing heroin on campus

April 26, 2018

Spencer was charged with heroin possession and was booked into the Whitfield County Jail, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The drugs were found on her personal property on school grounds, which could lead to further charges.

Michigan Marijuana Legalization Ballot Drive is Certified

April 26, 2018

The proposal would allow people to possess up to 2.5 ounces (71 grams) of marijuana and grow up to 12 plants at home. A 10 percent tax on marijuana would be assessed on top of the 6 percent state sales tax. "The people are exhausted of the failed policies of the past and understand that creating reasonable, responsible regulations is the way forward to tens of thousands of new jobs and opportunities in MI".

Germany anticipates May 1 start for US-imposed steel tariffs

April 26, 2018

Trade chief Cecilia Malmstrom said the German chancellor Angela Merkel and French president Emmanuel Macron, who are both travelling to Washington separately this week, will raise the matter with Trump. tariffs are set to be applied to all markets that have not agreed a permanent exemption. Senior German officials said Thursday they are working on the assumption that the exception won't be extended.

Palestinians bury Gaza journalist, the second killed by Israeli fire this month

April 27, 2018

On 6 April Palestinian photographer Yaser Murtaja was shot in the abdomen near Gaza's border with Israel while wearing a blue flak jacket with the word "PRESS" clearly written on it. A formal ceremony was held at the Rafah crossing upon the arrival of Batsh's remains, which was attended by Deputy Hamas Chief in Gaza Khalil al-Hayya and Islamic Jihad leader Khaled al-Batsh.

Asaram Believed Raping Girls No Sin For 'Brahmgyani' Like Him

April 26, 2018

After leaving Asaram's company and his ashram, Sachar was also attacked in 2004, for which he had lodged a complaint with police but no progress ever took place. When he sent the second letter to Asaram , the godman again did not respond. "(It's not a sin for a " Brahmgyani " or a highly enlightened person to do so)".

Two Stocks in Concentration: Parsley Energy, Inc. (PE), The Chemours Company (CC)c

April 26, 2018

Based on the stock's volatility for the week, which is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given stock and represents average daily high/low percentage range of 3.33% and month of 3.84%. The company was maintained on Friday, November 6 by RBC Capital Markets. Presently, Parsley Energy, Inc. The firm has "Buy" rating given on Wednesday , August 2 by BMO Capital Markets.

FBI Investigating Alleged Hack Of MSNBC Host Joy Reid's Blog

April 26, 2018

MSNBC's Joy Reid may be a star of the #Resistance movement, but she reportedly sided with "kick-ass funny" Donald Trump and fat-shamed Rosie O'Donnell over a decade ago at the height of the public feud between the current president and former talk show host.

Explosion reported at Wisconsin refinery

April 26, 2018

The five people were taken to hospitals in Duluth, Minnesota after the explosion, Superior Fire Chief Steve Panger told AP. She says the extent of injuries is unknown. The fire has been controlled, the Superior Police Department reported on Facebook. But local media reported that the fire had reignited and multiple small, secondary explosions could be heard.

Senate confirms Pompeo as secretary of state

April 26, 2018

Trump sent him to North Korea three weeks ago to meet with the country's leader, Kim Jong Un , ahead of a summit with the US president to address Pyongyang's nuclear programme. Pompeo, who became one of Trump's closest advisers during his 15 months at the Central Intelligence Agency, faced stiff opposition from Democrats, who anxious he might be too closely aligned with the president.

Pop Group Super Junior Debuts on Latin Charts With 'Lo Siento'

April 26, 2018

Listen to the full song and watch its music video above and let us know what you think about Super Junior's " Lo Siento " in the comments! The American music hub revealed this is the first time a K-pop group or artist has ranked on this particular Billboard chart.

Man executed for killing two people

April 26, 2018

Wednesday in Huntsville for using a semi-automatic rifle to spray bullets at about 20 people, more than a dozen of them children. "I may have lost the fight, but I'm still a soldier", Davila said before the lethal injection started. An attorney for Davila told the high court his client was so impaired that he was likely rendered temporarily insane. Texas said Davila admitted to the killings and told investigators he planned to "have a shoot-'em-up" and kill the father of the slain girl in ...

MELTDOWN: Port Authority Commissioner Rants, Swears At Police Officers During Traffic Stop

April 26, 2018

Turner showed up on the side of the road on March 31after a vehicle her daughter was riding in was pulled over by Tenafly police officers for reportedly having tinted windows and a partly obscured license plate. A police report said Turner flashed her Port Authority badge and demanded to know why the auto was stopped. A New Jersey police department recently released dashcam footage of a former Port Authority official swearing and berating officers during a traffic stop.

Tripura CM attracts controversy again, questions Diana Hayden winning 'Miss World' title

April 26, 2018

The BJP leader, however, was all praise for Aishwarya Rai, who won the Miss World crown in 1994, saying she "represents the Indian women" in the true sense. Those who give the certificates are all worldwide textile market mafia. "Why are there no more beauty pageant winners from India?" Over the last two weeks, Mr Deb has claimed there were internet and satellite communication system in Mahabharata era, stood by the claim, and said Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee needs "mental ...

Wedding Gift Blast: DGP confirms Punjilal's arrest

April 26, 2018

People, who know Punjilal alleged that he has a criminal bent of mind and was behind crime like theft of overhead wire, its disposal and such other crime but managed to escape from the clutches of law. After undergoing treatment at SCB Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack, Reema was discharged from the hospital last week. Punjilal learned making bombs through internet over a period of several months.

Do you have Jaya's biological samples, court asks Apollo

April 26, 2018

All tissue and blood samples taken from her during her 75 days stay in Apollo were used up during the treatment. Madras High Court yesterday ordered Apollo Hospital to submit details regarding Jayalalithaa's blood sample for a case in which a woman from Bengaluru has claimed to be her biological child.

Rahul Gandhi's flight from Delhi to Hubli develops technical snag

April 26, 2018

The aircraft had Rahul Gandhi, Kaushal Vidyartee, Rampreet, Rahul Gautam (SPG officer) and Rahul Ravi. While the weather outside was sunny, normal and not windy as per passengers and weather forecast. Rahul's office has also demanded that the private aircraft be grounded at Hubli airport with immediate effect and not be allowed to make another flight till the investigation gets completed, CNN-News18 reported.

By-elections in four Parliamentary, 10 Assembly seats on May 28

April 26, 2018

The bypolls in Maharashtra will be held on Bhandara-Gondiya and Palghar Lok Sabha constituencies. The by-elections were necessitated following the deaths of the incumbent BJP lawmakers. - In Nagaland, the sole Lok Sabha seat was represented by Neiphiu Rio, who was had to vacate the seat earlier in the year after being elected as the Chief Minister of the state.

Harley Davidson Inc (NYSE:HOG): Negative Stock Sentiment

April 26, 2018

The active investment managers in our partner's database now have: 164.99 million shares, up from 159.80 million shares in 2017Q3. Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC acquired a new position in shares of Harley-Davidson during the third quarter valued at about $166,000.

America's Cup: Ainslie wins backing for 2017 challenge

April 26, 2018

Ainslie has made it his mission to "bring the Cup home", although his first attempt a year ago in Bermuda ended in disappointment when it was won by New Zealand. "To put a new team together in such a technical challenge is traditionally very, very hard". Grant Simmer, who has won the America's Cup four times and was hired by Ainslie last year, will be the chief executive of the new INEOS Team GB and New Zealand's Nick Holroyd, another recent hire by the 41-year-old Briton, will be its chief ...

Diamond and Silk say Facebook silencing conservatives, in Capitol Hill testimony

April 26, 2018

The women, who have gained a conservative following and sparred frequently with Facebook over its policies, spoke as part of a hearing on social media "filtering". They say that followers have complained that they do not receive notifications of updates from Diamond and Silk even after "liking" the page, or that users are prevented from following them on social media.

EPS for Genco Shipping & Trading Limited (GNK) forecasted at $

April 26, 2018

The company now has a consensus rating of "Buy" and an average price target of $17.64. Valley Advisers has 4,321 shares. What is market trading price of stock? The stock of Genco Shipping & Trading Limited (NYSE: GNK ) hit a new 52-week high and has $16.89 target or 3.00 % above today's $16.40 share price.

Protections for special prosecutor clear panel

April 26, 2018

Trump has reportedly mused about firing Mueller and has tweeted that he is "conflicted" in his role as special counsel. The bill passed 14-7, with four Republicans and all the committee's Democrats voting in its favor. Republicans who supported the bill could be at risk of angering Trump and some of his supporters they represent. Four Republicans voted yes: Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley of Iowa, Thom Tillis of North Carolina, Lindsey Graham of SC and Jeff Flake of Arizona.

Mcdonalds Corp Sentiment Improves on Better Stock Potential, Now at 0.88

April 26, 2018

About 1.44 million shares traded. McDonald's Corporation (NYSE: MCD ) has risen 21.62% since April 25, 2017 and is uptrending. Ffcm LLC now owns 63,156 shares of the fast-food giant's stock worth $10,871,000 after buying an additional 11,946 shares during the period.

80% of Americans believe in God - what do they mean?

April 26, 2018

Only 56 percent of those who believe in a spiritual force, however, said that they believe in God as described in the Bible. Thirty-three percent believe in a higher power or spiritual force, with 23 percent of these "believers" coming from those who answered "yes" to the original question and the rest coming from those who answered "no".

Toyota will introduce 10 electrified vehicles in China by 2020

April 26, 2018

The firm will also launch plug-in versions of the (not-for-UK) Corolla and Levin saloon models before the end of the decade. All three of these new models will be supported by localised production of the electric motors, batteries and invertors, as well as "other core technologies" for vehicle electrification.

Amber Alert issued for missing Colorado girl

April 26, 2018

Anyone with information is asked to call the police. Raeanna - who stands 5 feet 1 and weighs about 135 pounds - was last seen wearing black jeans, a black shirt with white designs and Adidas sneakers. Raeanna Rosencrans may have been abducted around 3 p.m. yesterday afternoon. Raeanna Rosencrans was last seen at about 3 p.m. Wednesday near D ½ Road and Larry's Meadow getting into a "boxy" auto with a balding white man in his late 40s to early 50s and a medium build.

Meeting of Turkish, Azerbaijani presidents kicks off

April 26, 2018

The importance of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's visit to Turkey was emphasized in terms of development of the relations. During the visit, the strengthening of the bilateral relations between the two countries, regional and global developments will also be discussed, the statement added.

Saskatchewan seeks court ruling on carbon tax

April 26, 2018

Saskatchewan also argues its own climate change plan - known as Prairie Resilience - is "broader and bolder" than a carbon tax capable of more aggressively reducing emissions. His government has a legal opinion suggesting that Manitoba could defend a carbon tax that doesn't follow the federal backstop as long as it's as effective at cutting emissions as the federal tax.

Ivanishvili agrees to become Georgian Dream chairman

April 26, 2018

Former Prime Minister Bidzina Ivanishvili is set to become the chairman of the ruling Georgian Dream party again. Ivanishvili, who left the party chairmanship on November 24, 2013, shortly after his resignation from the prime ministerial post, will be approved by the upcoming party congress (scheduled tentatively for May) together with the new composition of GDDG's 21-member political council .

A College In The US Has A 'Cry Closet'

April 26, 2018

It allows anyone stressed out to have somewhere to relax and calm down. Its goal is to give students a private space to retreat to for a 10-minute break from studying for final exams. "We see this as a fine example of the power of art". There has been some criticism of the closet, with conservative radio talk show host Joe Walsh, a former congressman, calling the closet "pathetic".

Supreme Court hears arguments on travel ban

April 26, 2018

President Trump will likely win his travel ban case in the Supreme Court. "Can we have a president that says in the terms he has, things like a complete and total shutdown of Muslim immigration should happen", Katyal said. The high court in June and December 2017 allowed two versions of the ban to take effect while court challenges ran their course. "That indicates there will be a reassessment", Kennedy said, "and the president has continuing discretion".

Chinese PLA air force conducts island patrol training

April 26, 2018

A series of Chinese military drills near Taiwan were created to send a clear message to the self-ruled island and China will take further steps if Taiwan independence forces persist in doing as they please, a government spokesman said on Wednesday.

EPA Head Scott Pruitt Will Face 2 House Panels Thursday

April 26, 2018

The hearings before an appropriations subcommittee and the House Energy and Commerce Committee are nominally on the EPA's budget . The public grilling comes amid notable erosion in support for Pruitt among fellow Republicans after a almost month-long hammering of negative headlines about outsized security spending, first-class flights and a sweetheart condo lease.

Khamenei urges Muslim nations to unite against US

April 26, 2018

The supreme leader's comments follow President Donald Trump's warning that Iran " will pay a price like few countries have ever paid " in case of any threats, lashing out against the 2015 nuclear deal which he said had " decayed foundations ".

Sri Lankan mother among Toronto victims

April 26, 2018

Family identified 80-year-old Dorothy Sewell as another victim. Police said Tuesday that he will likely face an additional attempted murder charge. Canadian authorities have confirmed the identity of the Sri Lankan born woman. She has been a patron of the Temple for over 15 years, the Chief Incumbent said. She called Forysth a "lively person" who loved to feed the birds and squirrels on her regular walks through the neighbourhood.

Mpls. officer to plead not guilty to Justine Damond death

April 26, 2018

Authorities allege Noor shot Damond in the abdomen from the passenger seat of a police cruiser as she approached the driver's side window when the vehicle neared the end of a dark alley behind her home. St. Paul attorney Melvin Welch, who is not involved in the case, said the filings are standard practice in criminal cases like this. "This is merely formalizing what everyone expected".

Tim Cook to meet with Trump: Will they talk China?

April 26, 2018

The Information Technology Industry Council, a lobbying group for companies like Apple, Google and Microsoft, previously has rebuffed Trump's tariffs as "entirely counterproductive" - and stressed the result would be higher prices on tech products that "penalize US consumers".

Goodbye, Meaningful Use. CMS renames program "Promoting Interoperability"

April 26, 2018

According to Verma, "the proposals we are releasing this year are informed by the great feedback we received" on how to best execute the goals of all three initiatives . This latest announcement marks the first major action by CMS since the new Center for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) Director Adam Boehler took over, which was spurred by the need for groundbreaking ideas in provider contracting, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar said in a CMS press statement.

Sanjay Gupta tells Jeff Sessions medical marijuana could curb opioid epidemic

April 25, 2018

Dan Cottam, a medical advisor for the Utah Patients Coalition and member of the Utah Medical Association. " I changed my mind , and I am certain you can, as well". Under federal law, marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance, similar to heroin. Sessions has said he will continue to allow federal prosecutors to enforce the law.

Boy, 9, found in river, 5-year-old brother missing

April 25, 2018

The nine-year-old was found by a diver and brought to the riverbank in a private canoe. Moen told the Sun Journal the brothers were playing by the river when one of them fell in. The five-year-old is still missing. Due to hazardous river conditions, crews suspended their search for the 5-year-old boy overnight. Follow the Bangor Daily News on Facebook for the latest ME news.

Saudi King Salman to patronize Qiddiya Project on April 25

April 25, 2018

Now, as part of the conservative Islamic kingdom's drive to diversify its economy away from oil, the government has unveiled plans for an " entertainment city ", aimed at attracting tourist dollars and revamping its worldwide image. The total cost of developing the entertainment destination has not been released. It's hoped to boost domestic spending on entertainment and leisure, while also signifying a move toward greater social liberalization in a country heavily controlled by religious ...

Planned Parenthood sues IN officials to stop annual inspections

April 25, 2018

The abortion vendor also boosted its profits by $21 million - 27 percent - from the previous year. Mr. DeWine said in a statement Monday that his office asked for an "en banc" review in Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio v. Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine wants the entire US 6th Circuit Court of Appeals to consider a ruling by a three-judge panel of that court blocking the state's effort to divert public funds from clinics that perform or make referrals for abortions.

Fire breaks out on sets of Akshay-starrer 'Kesari' in Maha

April 25, 2018

The flick which is jointly produced by Cape of Good Films, Dharma Productions and Azure Entertainment will hit the silver screens next year. A blast left the sets in flames. In the film, Akshay will essay the character of Havaldar Ishar Singh, the military commander of 21 Sikh regiment, who on September 12, 1897, fought bravely against Afghani invaders in the war which eventually came to be known as the battle of Saragarhi.

Wichita motorcyclist dies while fleeing from Kansas Highway Patrol

April 25, 2018

A Harley-Davidson motorcycle, driven by William Daniel Slattery, 47, of Mound, and traveling west on Hwy. KHP reports Cooper Logan, 28, was being pursued by troopers on his motorcycle when he struck a auto from behind. Authorities said the crash caused Willliam Slattery to be thrown from his motorcycle. The Missouri Highway Patrol said the accident happened about 1:05 a.m.