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Chilly start for holiday weekend; Nice weather expected for Thanksgiving, Black Friday
- November 24, 2017
Kickoff temperature will be in the upper 50s at 7:30 PM, falling into the low 50s by the fourth quarter. High temperatures will reach the mid-40s and before overnight lows around the freezing mark heading in to the work week. Highs on Saturday and Sunday should be in the lower-60s, with no precipitation in the forecast for the Thanksgiving weekend. Odds are, most of us will stay perfectly dry. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Kickoff temperature will be in the upper 50s at 7:30 PM, falling into the low 50s by the fourth quarter. High temperatures will reach the mid-40s and before overnight lows around the freezing mark heading in to the work week. Highs on Saturday and Sunday should be in the lower-60s, with no precipitation in the forecast for the Thanksgiving weekend. Odds are, most of us will stay perfectly dry. (more...)
IAF training aircraft crashes in Telangana's Siddipet, woman pilot safe
- November 24, 2017
An investigation had been ordered to find out the causes of the accident. Initial reports said the aircraft took off from IAF Station Hakimpet and was on its way to Bidar when it developed a technical snag. The aircraft was completely charred, but the pilot ejected safely. Parts of the aircraft, which totally disintegrated midair, fell over a large area near the under-construction district collectorate and burned to ashes. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
An investigation had been ordered to find out the causes of the accident. Initial reports said the aircraft took off from IAF Station Hakimpet and was on its way to Bidar when it developed a technical snag. The aircraft was completely charred, but the pilot ejected safely. Parts of the aircraft, which totally disintegrated midair, fell over a large area near the under-construction district collectorate and burned to ashes. (more...)
Putin, Rouhani, Erdogan Hold Joint Presser After Talks on Syria in Sochi
- November 24, 2017
Unal was speaking a day after Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Erdogan in Sochi for their first ever three way summit on the Syrian crisis. Erdogan has repeatedly asked for Assad's ouster in the past. The Turkish leader said on his return from talks in Sochi this week that Turkey was focused on removing terrorist organizations. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Unal was speaking a day after Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Erdogan in Sochi for their first ever three way summit on the Syrian crisis. Erdogan has repeatedly asked for Assad's ouster in the past. The Turkish leader said on his return from talks in Sochi this week that Turkey was focused on removing terrorist organizations. (more...)
Woman raises money for homeless man who gave her his last $20
- November 24, 2017
Wanting to repay him for his kindness, she started a GoFundMe page to share the story and raise funds for him. Here's what she said on her fundraising page: 'Driving into Philly one night, I made the mistake of thinking that I would be able to make it all the way down I- 95 with my gas light on. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Wanting to repay him for his kindness, she started a GoFundMe page to share the story and raise funds for him. Here's what she said on her fundraising page: 'Driving into Philly one night, I made the mistake of thinking that I would be able to make it all the way down I- 95 with my gas light on. (more...)
Fight shuts down Riverchase Galleria early Thanksgiving night
- November 24, 2017
Reports of gunfire quickly spread on social media, but authorities said reports of shots fired were not confirmed and no one was shot. About a dozen officers responded to the call, and several people were detained, reported WBRC . Black Friday shopping unexpectedly turned violent after incidents including a brawl at an Alabama mall Thursday and a shooting at a Missouri mall Friday. (more...)
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- November 24, 2017
Reports of gunfire quickly spread on social media, but authorities said reports of shots fired were not confirmed and no one was shot. About a dozen officers responded to the call, and several people were detained, reported WBRC . Black Friday shopping unexpectedly turned violent after incidents including a brawl at an Alabama mall Thursday and a shooting at a Missouri mall Friday. (more...)
Atiku, free to return "home" but no automatic ticket - PDP
- November 24, 2017
Download the Nigeria Today app from Play store. With his exit from the ruling party of Friday morning, it would seem Atiku has taken that advice. The former VP, Daily Trust said would first collect his membership card in his Jada 1 polling ward in Adamawa even as several of his loyalists had already defected to pave the way for what they called " Atiku's home coming". (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Download the Nigeria Today app from Play store. With his exit from the ruling party of Friday morning, it would seem Atiku has taken that advice. The former VP, Daily Trust said would first collect his membership card in his Jada 1 polling ward in Adamawa even as several of his loyalists had already defected to pave the way for what they called " Atiku's home coming". (more...)
Angry Birds Maker Posts Loss Despite Jump in Sales
- November 24, 2017
Sales reached Euro 70.7 million (nearly $84 million) in the third quarter compared to 50 million the previous year, but year-on-year the company lost Euro 800,000. The company said this quarter's negative result was expected as it invested Euro 22 million in top performing games, hoping this would boost its profits in future. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Sales reached Euro 70.7 million (nearly $84 million) in the third quarter compared to 50 million the previous year, but year-on-year the company lost Euro 800,000. The company said this quarter's negative result was expected as it invested Euro 22 million in top performing games, hoping this would boost its profits in future. (more...)
Delhi Metro lost 3 lakh commuters per day after October fare hike
- November 24, 2017
Post an increase in the fare, the Delhi metro has suffered a loss of over 3 lakh commuter per day, an RTI enquiry has revealed. Moreover, Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri had told the Delhi Chief Minister that the Metro Act does not allow the Centre to put on hold the fare hike. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Post an increase in the fare, the Delhi metro has suffered a loss of over 3 lakh commuter per day, an RTI enquiry has revealed. Moreover, Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri had told the Delhi Chief Minister that the Metro Act does not allow the Centre to put on hold the fare hike. (more...)
New York's Thanksgiving Day Parade held amid tight security
- November 24, 2017
The NYPD is doubling down on a new breed of security to defend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade: an elite team of Labrador retrievers specially trained to detect explosives on roving targets in large crowds. In 2005, a giant balloon caught an unexpected gust of wind and struck a lamppost in Times Square, injuring two people. Police also are mindful of the October 1 mass shooting in Las Vegas in which a high-stakes gambler and real estate investor unleashed gunfire on country music ... (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The NYPD is doubling down on a new breed of security to defend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade: an elite team of Labrador retrievers specially trained to detect explosives on roving targets in large crowds. In 2005, a giant balloon caught an unexpected gust of wind and struck a lamppost in Times Square, injuring two people. Police also are mindful of the October 1 mass shooting in Las Vegas in which a high-stakes gambler and real estate investor unleashed gunfire on country music ... (more...)
Uber takes back seat in Russian Federation as merger approved
- November 24, 2017
The Belarus Ministry of Antimonopoly Regulation has also approved the deal, leaving Kazakhstan's regulatory body as the last main hurdle. Assuming all remaining hurdles are cleared, the transaction is expected to close in January, 2018. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The Belarus Ministry of Antimonopoly Regulation has also approved the deal, leaving Kazakhstan's regulatory body as the last main hurdle. Assuming all remaining hurdles are cleared, the transaction is expected to close in January, 2018. (more...)
Gujarat Elections: NCP To Contest All Seats, Talks With Congress Fail
- November 24, 2017
Amit Chaudhary, who resigned as Congress MLA after allegedly cross voting in favour of the BJP candidate during the RS polls, has been given ticket for Manasa seat in Gandhinagar which he represented in the outgoing assembly. The Congress state in-charge, Ashok Gehlot, today said that "the NCP should have demanded seats as per their situation in Gujarat". The BJP list names Mavji Desai as its candidate from Dhanera seat, Vijay Chakravarti (Vadgam SC), Karshan Solanki (Kadi SC), Raman ... (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Amit Chaudhary, who resigned as Congress MLA after allegedly cross voting in favour of the BJP candidate during the RS polls, has been given ticket for Manasa seat in Gandhinagar which he represented in the outgoing assembly. The Congress state in-charge, Ashok Gehlot, today said that "the NCP should have demanded seats as per their situation in Gujarat". The BJP list names Mavji Desai as its candidate from Dhanera seat, Vijay Chakravarti (Vadgam SC), Karshan Solanki (Kadi SC), Raman ... (more...)
Man killed after triple stabbing in Mississauga identified
- November 24, 2017
Two of them suffered non-life-threatening injuries, while Shraim was rushed to local hospital where he died of his injuries. Police have released the identity of a man stabbed to death at a shopping mall in Mississauga. Harinder Sohi told CP24 at the scene. Anyone who witnessed or filmed the incident is asked to come forward to investigators. Investigators are also asking the public for any surveillance or dash-cam video that might have captured footage at the time of the altercation. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Two of them suffered non-life-threatening injuries, while Shraim was rushed to local hospital where he died of his injuries. Police have released the identity of a man stabbed to death at a shopping mall in Mississauga. Harinder Sohi told CP24 at the scene. Anyone who witnessed or filmed the incident is asked to come forward to investigators. Investigators are also asking the public for any surveillance or dash-cam video that might have captured footage at the time of the altercation. (more...)
Las Vegas Shooter Fired More Than 1100 Rounds, Police Say
- November 24, 2017
Stephen Paddock murdered 58 people and injured hundreds more when he used his Mandalay Bay hotel suite as a vantage point to fire on crowds enjoying the country music show. FBI investigators have continued interviewing Paddock's girlfriend Marilou Danley, with the latest questioning earlier this week, but "nothing substantial was obtained", the sheriff said. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Stephen Paddock murdered 58 people and injured hundreds more when he used his Mandalay Bay hotel suite as a vantage point to fire on crowds enjoying the country music show. FBI investigators have continued interviewing Paddock's girlfriend Marilou Danley, with the latest questioning earlier this week, but "nothing substantial was obtained", the sheriff said. (more...)
Hafiz freed in Pakistan, vows to fight for Kashmir
- November 24, 2017
He told his supporters the "reasons" behind his 10-month detention, and also as to why Nawaz Sharif was ousted as prime minister. "I will gather the people from across the country for the cause of Kashmir and we will try to help Kashmiris get their destination of freedom". (more...)
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- November 24, 2017
He told his supporters the "reasons" behind his 10-month detention, and also as to why Nawaz Sharif was ousted as prime minister. "I will gather the people from across the country for the cause of Kashmir and we will try to help Kashmiris get their destination of freedom". (more...)
Bomb attack targets mosque in Egypt
- November 24, 2017
According to Sky News Arabia, the explosion that took place during Friday's prayers has been followed by a gunfire. Some 75 people had been wounded in the attack, a health ministry spokesman told Egyptian TV. The insurgency has been largely confined to the northern Sinai Peninsula, but sporadic attacks have also occurred on the mainland, including capital Cairo. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
According to Sky News Arabia, the explosion that took place during Friday's prayers has been followed by a gunfire. Some 75 people had been wounded in the attack, a health ministry spokesman told Egyptian TV. The insurgency has been largely confined to the northern Sinai Peninsula, but sporadic attacks have also occurred on the mainland, including capital Cairo. (more...)
Woman shot at Shen club dies
- November 24, 2017
Her husband, Steven is now facing criminal homicide and other charges. He's held on $500,000 bail pending a preliminary hearing. Diane Brobst was flown to the hospital. Brobst was arraigned by on-call Magisterial District Judge James R. Ferrier, Orwigsburg, on the additional charges and remains in Schuylkill County Prison. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Her husband, Steven is now facing criminal homicide and other charges. He's held on $500,000 bail pending a preliminary hearing. Diane Brobst was flown to the hospital. Brobst was arraigned by on-call Magisterial District Judge James R. Ferrier, Orwigsburg, on the additional charges and remains in Schuylkill County Prison. (more...)
Melbourne police save woman from train with seconds to spare
- November 24, 2017
The train driver hits the brakes, but could not have stopped in time. The Protective Service Officers said they saw a train bearing down on her and sprinted from the other end of the station. The woman has been charged for entering the railway tracks, which are restricted areas. Victoria Police has not released the location and date of the rescue to protect the woman's identity. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The train driver hits the brakes, but could not have stopped in time. The Protective Service Officers said they saw a train bearing down on her and sprinted from the other end of the station. The woman has been charged for entering the railway tracks, which are restricted areas. Victoria Police has not released the location and date of the rescue to protect the woman's identity. (more...)
WEATHER: Sheffield set for a cold, crisp wintry day
- November 24, 2017
Sheffield is set for a cold but bright and sunny wintry day today. The national meteorological service have said tonight will turn very cold with frost early on. Some sunny spells developing, but occasional showers too, some wintry, especially on high ground. Cold conditions will persist over the weekend, with frost and ice. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Sheffield is set for a cold but bright and sunny wintry day today. The national meteorological service have said tonight will turn very cold with frost early on. Some sunny spells developing, but occasional showers too, some wintry, especially on high ground. Cold conditions will persist over the weekend, with frost and ice. (more...)
European Union envoy: Eastern Partnership summit to set new goals for future partnership
- November 24, 2017
The ambassador said the negotiations on a comprehensive agreement between Azerbaijan and the European Union are continuing and will continue after the summit too. It adds that "the resolution of the conflicts, building trust and good neighborly relations are essential to economic and social development and cooperation". (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The ambassador said the negotiations on a comprehensive agreement between Azerbaijan and the European Union are continuing and will continue after the summit too. It adds that "the resolution of the conflicts, building trust and good neighborly relations are essential to economic and social development and cooperation". (more...)
Irish government on verge of collapse in spat over deputy PM
- November 24, 2017
Ireland, armed with an European Union veto and insistent on an open Irish border after Britain leaves the bloc, is hopeful agreement can be reached by mid-December but believes sufficient progress has yet to be made. "The main opposition party. are risking an election at a time when there are some really, really serious issues for the government to manage in the national interests", he said in a reference to the Brexit negotiations. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Ireland, armed with an European Union veto and insistent on an open Irish border after Britain leaves the bloc, is hopeful agreement can be reached by mid-December but believes sufficient progress has yet to be made. "The main opposition party. are risking an election at a time when there are some really, really serious issues for the government to manage in the national interests", he said in a reference to the Brexit negotiations. (more...)
Beijing launches kindergarten checks following child abuse claims
- November 24, 2017
A day earlier, furious and angry parents had gathered in front of the gate to demand answers from RYB, which is run by a company that started trading on the NY stock exchange in September. "The childcare industry can not be allowed to grow in an uncivilized fashion". The incident comes weeks after a Shanghai childcare centre was alleged to have abused several toddlers. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
A day earlier, furious and angry parents had gathered in front of the gate to demand answers from RYB, which is run by a company that started trading on the NY stock exchange in September. "The childcare industry can not be allowed to grow in an uncivilized fashion". The incident comes weeks after a Shanghai childcare centre was alleged to have abused several toddlers. (more...)
Comparece Julión Álvarez ante la Seido
- November 24, 2017
Venimos a presentarnos, para decir aquí estamos... no tengo investigación, para que quede claro, no me mandaron llamar. "Presento mi información, para que si soy requerido rapidito den conmigo, para que no me anden buscando", afirmó. Además, congeló cualquier propiedad que Márquez, Álvarez , Flores y el resto de afectados pudieran tener en Estados Unidos y prohibieron a estadounidenses implicarse en transacciones financieras con ellos. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Venimos a presentarnos, para decir aquí estamos... no tengo investigación, para que quede claro, no me mandaron llamar. "Presento mi información, para que si soy requerido rapidito den conmigo, para que no me anden buscando", afirmó. Además, congeló cualquier propiedad que Márquez, Álvarez , Flores y el resto de afectados pudieran tener en Estados Unidos y prohibieron a estadounidenses implicarse en transacciones financieras con ellos. (more...)
PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate Hyderabad Metro Rail project on November 28
- November 24, 2017
The managing director of Hyderabad Metro Rail Project, NVS Reddy revealed that the developer L&T will submit the proposals about the fares after which the Telangana government will take a call. As per the findings of the study, the buses will be run for commuters' convenience. So, PMO planned Metro inauguration also during the visit. An agreement is yet to be signed by HMRL and RTC on combo passes, the minister said. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The managing director of Hyderabad Metro Rail Project, NVS Reddy revealed that the developer L&T will submit the proposals about the fares after which the Telangana government will take a call. As per the findings of the study, the buses will be run for commuters' convenience. So, PMO planned Metro inauguration also during the visit. An agreement is yet to be signed by HMRL and RTC on combo passes, the minister said. (more...)
Bhiwandi Building Collapse: One killed, 3 injured in mishap
- November 24, 2017
It is said that the residential building housed 14 families. A green corridor was enabled for mobilisation of NDRF teams. Summary: During the rescue operation, one NDRF team member also suffered minor injuries on his hand. Bhiwandi is a part of the Thane district of Maharashtra state in Konkan division, located 20 km to the north-east of Mumbai and 15 km to the north-east of Thane city. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
It is said that the residential building housed 14 families. A green corridor was enabled for mobilisation of NDRF teams. Summary: During the rescue operation, one NDRF team member also suffered minor injuries on his hand. Bhiwandi is a part of the Thane district of Maharashtra state in Konkan division, located 20 km to the north-east of Mumbai and 15 km to the north-east of Thane city. (more...)
Disappointment, indifference, relief: Toronto reacts to removal of cops from schools
- November 24, 2017
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) voted 18-3 in favour of ending a controversial program that placed police officers in some Toronto schools after a report found the program left some students feeling intimidated or uncomfortable. Louis police officer, charged with the 2011 shooting of Anthony Lamar Smith, who was black, in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S., September 15, 2017. "Today, black parents can send our children to school without being fearful". (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) voted 18-3 in favour of ending a controversial program that placed police officers in some Toronto schools after a report found the program left some students feeling intimidated or uncomfortable. Louis police officer, charged with the 2011 shooting of Anthony Lamar Smith, who was black, in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S., September 15, 2017. "Today, black parents can send our children to school without being fearful". (more...)
Zaheer Khan and Sagarika Ghatge host Post wedding cocktail party, Celebs attend
- November 24, 2017
The party also had Yuvraj Singh's wife Hazel Keech, " Chak de India " actress Vidya Malvade and Akash Advani in attendance. The couple decided that they will not opt for Hindu wedding ceremony or Nikah and instead opted for a court marriage. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The party also had Yuvraj Singh's wife Hazel Keech, " Chak de India " actress Vidya Malvade and Akash Advani in attendance. The couple decided that they will not opt for Hindu wedding ceremony or Nikah and instead opted for a court marriage. (more...)
Woman shot, dropped at Vic hospital to die
- November 24, 2017
A woman has died after being shot in Melbourne's west and police are investigating whether it is linked to a series of auto crashes in the area overnight. The male driver of the vehicle then forced the female driver of the second vehicle out of her auto, and took off in it. Police also searched a property on Gumtree Avenue as part of this investigation, however it is now not believed to be connected to the incident. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
A woman has died after being shot in Melbourne's west and police are investigating whether it is linked to a series of auto crashes in the area overnight. The male driver of the vehicle then forced the female driver of the second vehicle out of her auto, and took off in it. Police also searched a property on Gumtree Avenue as part of this investigation, however it is now not believed to be connected to the incident. (more...)
CBI files chargesheet against 592 people in Vyapam scam case
- November 24, 2017
Also four former Vyapam officials are named in the chargesheet and they are identified as Pankaj Trivedi, the then director of Vyapam, Nitin Mohindra, the then Sr Systems Analyst, Ajay Kumar Sen, the then Deputy Systems Analyst and CK Mishra, the then programmer. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Also four former Vyapam officials are named in the chargesheet and they are identified as Pankaj Trivedi, the then director of Vyapam, Nitin Mohindra, the then Sr Systems Analyst, Ajay Kumar Sen, the then Deputy Systems Analyst and CK Mishra, the then programmer. (more...)
Deepika Padukone Looks Stunning on FilmFare Cover
- November 24, 2017
The " Bajirao Mastani " star looks stunning as she appears on the December issue of Filmfare . The actress had flown down to Sri Lanka for the photoshoot. Deepika's film Padmavati has been embroiled in controversies and the film that was earlier scheduled to release on 1st December 2017 has now been "voluntarily deferred" by the makers. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
The " Bajirao Mastani " star looks stunning as she appears on the December issue of Filmfare . The actress had flown down to Sri Lanka for the photoshoot. Deepika's film Padmavati has been embroiled in controversies and the film that was earlier scheduled to release on 1st December 2017 has now been "voluntarily deferred" by the makers. (more...)
US President Donald Trump vows to repeal, replace 'disaster' Obamacare
- November 24, 2017
Standard & Poor's projected as many as 1.6-M fewer enrolled than 2016's 12.2-M total because of the GOP repeal effort and because open enrollment ends on 15 December, instead of 31 January as it did before. The data count new customers and current enrollees who actively shop for new plans. Last week, 578,506 customers renewed coverage, and 220,323 new customers selected plans. (more...)
- November 24, 2017
Standard & Poor's projected as many as 1.6-M fewer enrolled than 2016's 12.2-M total because of the GOP repeal effort and because open enrollment ends on 15 December, instead of 31 January as it did before. The data count new customers and current enrollees who actively shop for new plans. Last week, 578,506 customers renewed coverage, and 220,323 new customers selected plans. (more...)
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