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Russian Federation fined for racist chants during France match

May 09, 2018

Paul Pogba , Ousmane Dembele and N'Golo Kante were said to be among those subjected to taunts in Les Bleus' 3-1 win over the World Cup hosts. "At its tournaments, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup, FIFA has also introduced a three-step procedure in case of discriminatory incidents, which allows referees to actively intervene to make the discriminatory behaviour stop".

Congress ruined farmers of Karnataka: PM Modi

May 09, 2018

Sonia Gandhi had said. "Leave Congress-free India, he can not even tolerate anyone in front of himself", she added. Congress chief said "All states that suffered drought were given compensation (by centre), Karnataka was provided with the least, this was like rubbing salting into the wounds of farmers.

Rangers escape 4-run hole, edge Tigers

May 09, 2018

Herrera hit a three-run drive off Jeff Samardzija (1-2) in the first and a two-run shot off D.J. Snelten in the sixth. Mike Minor is getting the start for Texas today. It was Martin's fifth home run of the year. If their hitting shows up, their pitching isn't. Its starters have a 5.27 ERA , 1.50 WHIP and 7.2 strikeouts per nine innings.

Trump's Lawyer Tried To Force Seth Meyers To Apologize For Jokes

May 09, 2018

They could bill the appearance as a conciliatory meeting four years after the not-so-good-natured ribbing in front of President Barack Obama and a ballroom full of snickering journalists. Donald Trump demanded a public apology. "Of course he said the same thing about an old rusty bird cage that he found". "When I look back at the night the reason I don't have any regrets about it, even with the outcome, is [Trump] so deserved it", Meyers said .

HPM Partners LLC Decreases Stake in Wells Fargo

May 09, 2018

At the time of writing, Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC ) has a Piotroski F-Score of 4. The stock increased 0.48% or $0.25 during the last trading session, reaching $52.66.Wells Fargo & Company has volume of 16.26 million shares. Joel Isaacson Ltd Liability Com holds 0.25% or 24,197 shares. Smith Howard Wealth Mngmt Limited Liability Co reported 4,277 shares stake. Wells Fargo & Company ( WFC ) belonging to the Financial Services sector has surged 1.69% and closed its last trading session ...

Students are encouraged to vote in primary elections

May 09, 2018

Besides the governor's race, there's also a statewide ballot issue to reform how OH draws congressional district lines. As primary elections within West Virginia and the rest of the country begin, one can be led to question the importance of voting, especially during the primaries, which are often perceived as inferior or useless in comparison to the general elections.

After skipping Kentucky Derby, Quip officially in field for 143rd Preakness

May 09, 2018

Now, he'll move onto the Preakness May 19, where he'll nearly certainly be the favorite in the second leg of the Triple Crown as well. Quip, victor of the Tampa Bay Derby (G2) and second in the Arkansas Derby (G1), was kept out of the Kentucky Derby to point for the Preakness after Keeneland-based trainer Rodolphe Brisset thought the colt needed extra time.

Two Men Have Rape Convictions Vacated 26 Years After Going To Prison

May 09, 2018

The victim recanted after both men had already served their sentences. "We are grateful to the Manhattan District Attorney's Office for working collaboratively with us and moving quickly to restore justice to Mr. "I couldn't get decent jobs", he said in a statement. "Nearly 30 years to talk about", he said, when the judge invited the two men to speak on the record.

Rocket Internet's online retail company Daraz acquired by Alibaba

May 09, 2018

It is the second Rocket firm Alibaba has bought, the last being Singapore's Lazada, in 2016. Pakistan, for example, has a population of over 190 million. "All of this would be supported by a best-in-class technology platform, a strong logistics network, and a vibrant community of ecosystem participants".

Clarius Group LLC Invests $201000 in McDonald's Co. (NYSE:MCD)

May 09, 2018

Godsey & Gibb Associates decreased its stake in Mcdonalds Corp (MCD) by 6.27% based on its latest 2017Q4 regulatory filing with the SEC. Pinnacle Wealth Planning Services Inc. Employees Retirement Association Of Colorado stated it has 0% of its portfolio in Penske Automotive Group, Inc. On 7/27/2017 NYSE:MCD - McDonald's announced a quarterly dividend of $0.94 2.42% with an ex dividend date of 8/30/2017 which will be payable on 9/18/2017.

Pakistan v Northamptonshire: Tourists secure nine-wicket victory

May 09, 2018

In the second tour match against, Shadab took 10 wickets after giving 157 runs against Northamptonshire . Imam-ul-Haq and Haris Sohail stayed not out at 59 and 55, respectively, to see the team home. Imam, who is the nephew of former Pakistan skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq, dabbed the ball down to fine leg but while taking the single, the two batsmen collided and by the time Ali could reach the batsman's end, the Northants keeper had retrieved the ball and thrown it at the stumps.

Pakistan's Interior Minister Ahsan Iqbal injured in gun attack in Punjab province

May 09, 2018

He said he had bought the weapon from a local after scraping together Rs15, 000 to shoot internal minister. The record of a telephonic conversation between Abid and rally organiser, Gulfam, has been acquired by the police and handed over to the JIT, sources told Geo News .

China's JD.com Sees Sales Growth Slow Despite Topping Estimates

May 09, 2018

Specifically, revenue from "new retail" in the quarter came in at ¥5.8 billion, which was "well above" the ¥4.1 billion the analyst was modeling. Adjusted EBITDA increased 11 per cent year-on-year to US$2.7 billion, while adjusted EBITDA for the core commerce segment increased 19 per cent year-on-year to US$3.5 billion.

Missing 12-year-old Adrian girl found safe in Florida, police say

May 09, 2018

The person accused of taking her has been taken into custody and is being extradited back to MI to face a kidnapping (custodial interference) charge. Police in Adrian say they're working to secure a warrant for parental kidnapping from the prosecutor's office.

Ready to become PM: Rahul; BJP says win state polls first

May 09, 2018

Dubbing it a fight between Congress's clean versus the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s dirty politics in the southern state, Gandhi sought financial contributions for 33-year-old PhD scholar Dr Yogesh Babu, who is pitted against B Sreeramulu, a close confidant of the tainted Reddy brothers, in an unprecedented move by a Congress chief.

NAFTA Talks Continue This Week

May 09, 2018

Discussions in Washington will center on rules of origin governing what percentage of a vehicle needs to be built in the North American Free Trade Agreement region to avoid tariffs, the pact's dispute-resolution mechanism and US demands for a sunset clause that could automatically kill the deal after five years.

Saudi Arabia to allow women drivers on road from June 24

May 09, 2018

Saudi women will be allowed to start driving in the kingdom from next month, government officials have announced. Women with foreign driving licenses will be able to apply for a local one through a separate process, which will also assess their driving skills.

IRCTC Android App Gets E-Wallet for Tatkal Ticket Booking

May 09, 2018

To enhance the security of ticketing systems, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and Central for Railways Information System (CRIS) have suggested linking Aadhaar numbers of passengers to their respective user ID for IRCTC.

UK Government Once Again Defeated in House of Lords on EU Bill

May 09, 2018

Voting for this cross-party amendment, spearheaded by the Conservative Duke of Wellington, was 311 to 233, majority 78. Labour peer Lord Alli, who is one of the signatories to the amendment, accused the party of "complete cowardice" by ordering its members to abstain.

J. Cole returning to Sacramento for KOD Tour

May 09, 2018

J. Cole , born Jermaine Lamarr Cole, announced a new 34-date tour on Tuesday. Watch J. Cole break it down for the Lil Pumps and Six Nine's of the rap game right now with 1985 (Intro to "The Fall Off") off of his new album. And finally, at 10 a.m. on May 11, special KOD tour bundles with pre-sale tickets will be available here. As you'll notice in the above photo, Cole performed at the 2015 edition of Soundset, the Rhymesayers-organized, Minnesota-anchored hip-hop fest that'll return ...

Facebook bans foreign spending on Ireland abortion vote ads

May 09, 2018

As part of the process, Ireland has also became the first country outside the USA to receive a set of advertiser-transparency tools Facebook promised in early in April . We will then assess and act on those reports. Machine learning will also be used in this effort. "As Christians , we see the scriptures speaking consistently of the importance and value of human life, including that of the unborn", said the PCI in a letter to its members.

Suspect found hiding in closet in psychologist's home after murder

May 09, 2018

Police discovered the body of Jeremy D. Safran, 66, (above) lying on the floor of his home in Prospect Park South, Brooklyn, at around 6pm on Monday night. Sources tell CBS2 the perpetrator snuck into the home through a back window in the basement and said Safran had gone downstairs to work out. Safran was a professor of psychology and former co-chair of the Department of Psychology at The New School.

Trump says will discuss trade, North Korea with China's Xi

May 09, 2018

The North Korean leader, reportedly, told Xi he hoped relevant parties would take "phased" and "synchronised" measures to realise denuclearisation and lasting peace on the Korean peninsula . "In particular, I think dialogue between Japan and North Korea should be resumed", Moon said in the interview with the Yomiuri newspaper. However, when Kim became the leader of North Korea, the relationship between the two nations soured a bit.

Accused Damond killer appears in US court

May 09, 2018

Noor's lawyer has filed documents indicating Noor will plead not guilty. She was unarmed and wearing her pyjamas when she was shot in the stomach. Ms Sweasy told Judge Kathryn Quaintance that no plea negotiations are underway. Both officers drew their weapons inside the squad auto, and Noor fired a shot from the passenger's seat, striking Damond in the abdomen and killing her.

Arrest made after shooting of ATF agent in Chicago

May 09, 2018

Godinez is the co-leader of the Almighty Saints street gang and turned himself into police around 7 p.m. Monday, according to ABC 7. Dozens of ATF agents packed the courtroom Tuesday as Godinez, who turns 28 Wednesday, made his initial appearance in the Dirksen U.S.

Mom posts warning after 'Deodorant Challenge' leaves teen with second-degree burns

May 09, 2018

The post has more than 3,500 shares and 680 likes. Her mother has now issued a warning to other schools in a bid to clamp down on the "horrendous" trend which has injured several youngsters. "The pictures below are that of my year ten daughter's arm three weeks on, which may still as yet require a skin graft". Another said: "Omg can't believe what I'm reading".

Taiwan blames China for absence from United Nations health meeting

May 09, 2018

Taiwan's China policy-making body said late on Monday the exclusion of Taiwan from the World Health Assembly (WHA) for a second consecutive year showed Beijing's lack of will to improve relations. It said health should not be politicized and barring Taiwan put the health of its people and the world's health safety net at risk. Wu said the ministry now has no plans to form diplomatic ties with new allies to retaliate against Beijing's continuous attempts to poach Taipei's allies.

'Nazi grandma' fails to appear at prison to serve Holocaust denial sentence

May 09, 2018

She was supposed to report to prison last week but vanished, prompting a search for her. Nazi Grandma was no doubt upset when Major Arnold Ernst Toht's face melted in the Indiana Jones movie. Her most recent conviction came after she published an article in a neo-Nazi magazine in which she argued that Auschwitz was a labour camp and not the death camp.

Dig resumes near where cold case teen's body found in 2008

May 09, 2018

The body of a young girl who disappeared almost 40 years ago - and the remains of perhaps four other victims - could be uncovered Tuesday as authorities continue a desperate dig at a vacant MI farm that officials believe may have been a burial ground for a potential serial killer.

Man involved in carjacking shot dead by Nainamo RCMP

May 09, 2018

Initial information based on police accounts is that a man exited the vehicle with what police believed was a firearm, and shots were fired resulting in the man sustaining serious injuries. "As an ex-policeman I thought the operation looked really quick and safe. One unloaded a stretcher". Leonard said he was separated from the incident by six lanes, a fence and a B.C.

Syrian TV Reports Israeli Attack Near Capital of Damascus

May 09, 2018

Apart from the Golan Heights, no other areas of Northern Israel have been raised to a higher threat level, and the spokesperson announced that there is no reason to open bomb shelters in northern areas outside of the Golan Heights. Israel captured the Golan from Syria in the 1967 Middle East war and annexed it in a moved no recognised internationally. Shortly after the attacks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in his Twitter account, "We are determined to stop Iran's ...

George Zimmerman Charged With Stalking Private Eye Working on Trayvon Martin Documentary

May 09, 2018

Outside of the initial text and voicemail, the private investigator made no further attempts to speak or meet with Zimmerman, deputies wrote in a warrant request. Then, on December 13, the private investigator heard back from Zimmerman. When a female deputy contacted Zimmerman in January, he yelled profanities and said, "You have been involved with me since that Martin kid", according to the sheriff's office.

Pelosi on Democratic candidates who oppose her: 'Just win, baby'

May 08, 2018

Pelosi was asked during a " Politico Playbook" interview about calls from within her own party to impeach Trump and about some Democratic congressional candidates who have made impeachment a focus of their campaigns. "This election is not about Democrats or Republicans. It's about America. It's about the values of our founders", Pelosi said . Republican Party of Iowa chairman Jeff Kaufmann criticized Democrats for bringing Pelosi to speak to Iowa Democrats.

La France en "déficit écologique" — WWF

May 08, 2018

Depuis le 5 mai 2018 , nous vivons à crédit. Le déficit écologique? Si la planète vivait comme les Français, alors, ce samedi, nous aurions déjà consommé l'ensemble des ressources naturelles que la planète peut renouveler en un an. Si on fait le calcul avec d'autres pays, il y a pire. Aux États-Unis, c'est le 14 mars. Les Pays-Bas le 3 avril et l'Allemagne le 1er mai. Selon le rapport , elle "se situe dans le peloton de tête des pays européens", et plus largement dans les dix pays ...

Scoping Inquiry To Be Set Up Into Cervical Check

May 08, 2018

The CervicalCheck scandal came into the public eye last week when Vicky Phelan, whose cervical cancer is now terminal, settled a High Court action against a U.S. labs involved in the smear tests and who knew what about the non-disclosure of audits to patients. He has asked Dr Karin Denton - an expert in women's health and Consultant in Cellular Pathology at North Bristol NHS Trust - to assist in the review.

What are the Most Attractive Gambling Destinations Across The Globe?

May 08, 2018

New research carried out by CasinoBiggestBonus.com have discovered what are the most popular destination between online gamblers. The team have quizzed 2,432 Britons that gamble online asking what is their preferred gambling destinations.

Panic in Rome as bus explodes in city centre

May 08, 2018

A woman has been left injured after the fire spread to a nearby shop, according to reports. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning. Several explosions popped, setting off nearby vehicle alarms. Dramatic images from the scene show the bus engulfed in flames. "We estimate that this kind of thing happens once a month", Michele Frullo of the USB union told ANSA.

NAB begins money laundering against Nawaz

May 08, 2018

He also admitted that none of the witnesses, whose statements he recorded under Section 161 of the criminal procedure code during the course of investigation, had stated that Maryam Nawaz or her spouse retired Captain Mohammad Safdar was the beneficial owner of the London properties.

Hezbollah, Allies Gain Seats in Lebanon Parliament Vote, Unofficial Results Show

May 08, 2018

Israel has warned that " Hezbollah equals Lebanon " following the election success of the Iran-backed Shia Islamist group in the country's election. The Christian Lebanese Forces, outspoken critics of Hezbollah , are expected to roughly double their representation in parliament, to around 15 seats.

CIA needs Haspel to lead agency to 'glorious' future

May 08, 2018

She told reporters the sessions had been "great". 'My highly respected nominee for CIA Director, Gina Haspel, has come under fire because she was too tough on Terrorists. None of the intelligence committee's seven Democrats has publicly backed Haspel because of concerns about her role in the now-defunct Rendition, Detention and Interrogation program former President George W.

Eurovision 2018: first semi-final to take place today

May 08, 2018

A total of 19 acts will perform in the first semi-final, with only the top 10 - as decided by both a jury of experts and the public - qualifying for Saturday's final line-up of 26 countries . The UK as one of the "Big Five" countries , along with France, Germany, Italy and Spain, are already assured of a place in the grand final. The 25-year-old Israel-born performer worked as a singer in the Israeli Navy Band before tackling Eurovision Song Contest qualification show HaKokhav HaBa, ...

'Pay millennials £10000 each to fund deposits', says thinktank

May 08, 2018

This would be funded by extending national insurance to those working beyond state pension age and introducing a new, lower rate to the by income of richer pensioners. AJ Bell senior analyst Tom Selby said the foundation had "thrown the kitchen sink at some of the biggest challenges facing society today". A think-tank called this week for a one-off payment of £10,000 to be paid to United Kingdom citizens when they turn 25 years old.

State Duma agrees to Dmitry Medvedev's appointment as Russia's prime minister

May 08, 2018

The previous cabinet resigned after Putin's swearing-in ceremony, as required by federal constitutional law. After that the candidate's consultations with political factions in the State Duma followed. Later, in 2003, he joined the Presidential Executive Office, becoming chief of staff there and holding this post until he was appointed First Deputy Prime Minister by President Putin in 2005.

AGP to break up with BJP if Citizenship (Amendment) Bill pushed

May 08, 2018

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee and All India United Democratic Front have also expressed their opposition against the bill. AGP founding president and former two-time chief minister Prafulla Kumar Mahanta too submitted a memorandum on behalf of the signatories of the Assam Accord .

Nestle is pouring billions for rights to sell Starbucks worldwide

May 08, 2018

Nestle chief executive Mark Schneider, who in 2016 became the first outsider to run Nestle in nearly 100 years and who is attempting to boost the company's profit through expansion, described it as a "significant step". Around 500 Starbucks staff will join Nestle, the company said , but the operations would continue to be located in Seattle. The move enhances Nestle's brand among USA coffee drinkers, while Starbucks will gain more brand recognition overseas.

4.5 quake hits near Banning Tuesday

May 08, 2018

The magnitude was initially measured at 4.6 before being revised downward. There have been no reports of injuries or damage. A 3.2 aftershock was Reported at 4:51 am, approximately 2 minutes after the initial quake. The epicenter was located almost 7 miles north of Cabazon, a town of about 2,500 located 90 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available .

Lebanon election: Hezbollah leader declares 'victory'

May 08, 2018

Interior Minister Nohad Machnouk announced the turnout figure at a news conference shortly after midnight and appeared to blame it on the new electoral law agreed previous year. The army ordered the media to turn off their cameras. "From the beginning, we aimed for a large presence in parliament, first of all, to ensure political protection of the [Hezbollah] resistance".

Buhari on a four-day UK trip to see his doctor

May 08, 2018

Aliyu Madaki, a member of the house of representatives, has asked US President Donald Trump not to bring his "divisive politics" into Nigeria . Had Garba Shehu , Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicty, known that President Muhammadu Buhari would be returning to the United Kingdom very soon on medical grounds, he would have been more circumspect in his response to enquiries about the President's "sudden disappearance" from the U.S.

Stormy Daniels taunts fake Trump on comedy show SNL

May 08, 2018

Daniels drew screams and applause when she appeared in the opening skit of SNL . The episode (hosted by comedian-singer Donald Glover) began with Ben Stiller reprising his role as Mr Michael Cohen, Mr Trump's personal lawyer, as he placed a pay phone call to the president.

Hebron shooter released after nine months in jail

May 08, 2018

Elor Azaria was freed from Tzrifim military prison near Tel Aviv on Tuesday, an army spokesman confirmed to AFP. On March 24, 2016, Azaria was a 19-year-old military medic in the West Bank city of Hebron when Abdel Fattah al-Sharif, 21, and Ramzi Aziz al-Qasarwi carried out a knife attack, lightly injuring a soldier.