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Luxury beauty giant Coty wins ECJ ruling against online sellers
- December 06, 2017
Beauty giant Coty has won a landmark ruling in the European Court of Justice, allowing it to place a ban on its products being resold on online marketplaces such as Amazon. The issue is significant in Europe, whose companies account for 70 percent of global luxury good sales. It said: "A supplier of luxury goods can prohibit its authorised distributors from selling those goods on a third-party internet platform such as Amazon". (more...)
- December 06, 2017
Beauty giant Coty has won a landmark ruling in the European Court of Justice, allowing it to place a ban on its products being resold on online marketplaces such as Amazon. The issue is significant in Europe, whose companies account for 70 percent of global luxury good sales. It said: "A supplier of luxury goods can prohibit its authorised distributors from selling those goods on a third-party internet platform such as Amazon". (more...)
Hunter captures monster python in Florida Everglades
- December 06, 2017
The snake was found in the company of a small male snake. Leons still unbroken 2013 state record stretched a slithery 18 feet, eight inches, officials said. The popular district hunt has attracted a parade of celebrities and politicians, including celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay , who featured a python dish on his cooking show. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The snake was found in the company of a small male snake. Leons still unbroken 2013 state record stretched a slithery 18 feet, eight inches, officials said. The popular district hunt has attracted a parade of celebrities and politicians, including celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay , who featured a python dish on his cooking show. (more...)
Gujarat Assembly Election 2017: Date, Results And Other FAQs
- December 06, 2017
The only fear or the one sector that the Congress should be anxious about is that its workers are not as dedicated as the BJP cadres. Voting in Gujarat will take place in two phases. This is because Gujarat has become a question of honor for Modi and Amit Shah because they both are from this state. This also holds true that the wrath for the BJP does not mean love for the Congress but as people want to express their anger, they would just go the Congress way. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The only fear or the one sector that the Congress should be anxious about is that its workers are not as dedicated as the BJP cadres. Voting in Gujarat will take place in two phases. This is because Gujarat has become a question of honor for Modi and Amit Shah because they both are from this state. This also holds true that the wrath for the BJP does not mean love for the Congress but as people want to express their anger, they would just go the Congress way. (more...)
China Moving Toward Accepting Nuclear-Armed N.Korea
- December 06, 2017
All this week, the USA and South Korea are conducting massive drills involving some 230 aircraft and an estimated 12,000 United States personnel. Those drills often provoke the North, which sees them as potential preparations for attack. It said the first four kill instantly. The article recommends that people who may find themselves outside during a nuclear explosion should take cover in a ditch, cover any exposed skin in light clothing, or hide in a river or lake to minimize the chances of ... (more...)
- December 06, 2017
All this week, the USA and South Korea are conducting massive drills involving some 230 aircraft and an estimated 12,000 United States personnel. Those drills often provoke the North, which sees them as potential preparations for attack. It said the first four kill instantly. The article recommends that people who may find themselves outside during a nuclear explosion should take cover in a ditch, cover any exposed skin in light clothing, or hide in a river or lake to minimize the chances of ... (more...)
Seventh woman accuses Al Franken of trying to kiss her
- December 06, 2017
When she turned around, Franken was in her face. The former staffer ducked to avoid Franken's lips, according to Politico . "I look forward to fully cooperating with the ongoing ethics committee investigation", said the senator to Politico . (more...)
- December 06, 2017
When she turned around, Franken was in her face. The former staffer ducked to avoid Franken's lips, according to Politico . "I look forward to fully cooperating with the ongoing ethics committee investigation", said the senator to Politico . (more...)
Mayor-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms talks with CBS46 News
- December 06, 2017
A victory for 47-year-old Bottoms would continue a run of African-American mayors that began with Maynard Jackson in the mid-1970s. "For all the little girls out there, who need somebody to believe that you are better than your circumstances, I️ want you all to remember that black girl magic is real..." With the support of two of the nation's most influential Democrats, Senators Cory Booker and Kamala Harris, as well as the current mayor of Atlanta calling her "his successor" Bottoms ... (more...)
- December 06, 2017
A victory for 47-year-old Bottoms would continue a run of African-American mayors that began with Maynard Jackson in the mid-1970s. "For all the little girls out there, who need somebody to believe that you are better than your circumstances, I️ want you all to remember that black girl magic is real..." With the support of two of the nation's most influential Democrats, Senators Cory Booker and Kamala Harris, as well as the current mayor of Atlanta calling her "his successor" Bottoms ... (more...)
Terror suspect 'urged extremists to attack Prince George at school'
- December 06, 2017
The plan allegedly involved planting a bomb near the entrance of Downing Street and then continuing the attack with a knife and suicide vest in a bid to kill the United Kingdom leader in the ensuing chaos. He is due to appear in court again on December 20. Rashid, from Nelson in Lancashire, northern England, is charged with preparing terrorism acts, which involved plans to travel to Syria to engage in fighting, and preparing to assist others to commit terrorist acts. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The plan allegedly involved planting a bomb near the entrance of Downing Street and then continuing the attack with a knife and suicide vest in a bid to kill the United Kingdom leader in the ensuing chaos. He is due to appear in court again on December 20. Rashid, from Nelson in Lancashire, northern England, is charged with preparing terrorism acts, which involved plans to travel to Syria to engage in fighting, and preparing to assist others to commit terrorist acts. (more...)
Global End Tension Device Market Outlook 2017 Growth, Trends and Forecasts 2022
- December 06, 2017
This report is categorize into six parts first part includes mainly the product basic information; the second part mainly analyzed the Asia End Tension Device industry; the third part mainly analyzed the North American End Tension Device industry; the fourth part mainly analyzed the Europe End Tension Device industry; the fifth part mainly analyzed the market entry and investment feasibility; the sixth part was the report conclusion chapter. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
This report is categorize into six parts first part includes mainly the product basic information; the second part mainly analyzed the Asia End Tension Device industry; the third part mainly analyzed the North American End Tension Device industry; the fourth part mainly analyzed the Europe End Tension Device industry; the fifth part mainly analyzed the market entry and investment feasibility; the sixth part was the report conclusion chapter. (more...)
Mueller's Trump-Russia investigation engulfs Deutsche
- December 06, 2017
While some critics of the anti-Trump camp are calling the reports about the Trump finances subpoena "fake news", it isn't fake as much as it might be a half-truth. who in 2009 attempted to launch a concrete business in SC. Trump's super-sized Deutsche Bank loans-as well as his debts to other lenders-create massive conflicts of interest. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
While some critics of the anti-Trump camp are calling the reports about the Trump finances subpoena "fake news", it isn't fake as much as it might be a half-truth. who in 2009 attempted to launch a concrete business in SC. Trump's super-sized Deutsche Bank loans-as well as his debts to other lenders-create massive conflicts of interest. (more...)
NASA MP dies at a Nairobi hospital
- December 06, 2017
However, he touched off a political firestorm in Ukambani when he and former Kitui Senator David Musila endorsed the re-election of President Uhuru Kenyatta. The President said it was because of his commitment to servant leadership that the Kitui West residents re-elected him to serve them for another term of five years in parliament. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
However, he touched off a political firestorm in Ukambani when he and former Kitui Senator David Musila endorsed the re-election of President Uhuru Kenyatta. The President said it was because of his commitment to servant leadership that the Kitui West residents re-elected him to serve them for another term of five years in parliament. (more...)
#EndSARS: Senate orders probe into human rights abuse allegations against SARS
- December 06, 2017
The Senate has mandated an immediate investigation into the throng of human rights abuse allegations levelled against the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) of the Nigeria Police Force. The man who said he did not want to be part of the #EndSARS campaign that has been ongoing on the social media for many days now, said he chose to post the video as another evidence of the brutality of the SARS operatives. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The Senate has mandated an immediate investigation into the throng of human rights abuse allegations levelled against the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) of the Nigeria Police Force. The man who said he did not want to be part of the #EndSARS campaign that has been ongoing on the social media for many days now, said he chose to post the video as another evidence of the brutality of the SARS operatives. (more...)
Dallas County Sheriff to officially run for Texas Governor
- December 06, 2017
Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez said Wednesday she is jumping into the Democratic race for governor, a day ahead of Houston businessman Andrew White's formal announcement for the post. The jail would no longer hold immigrants who committed minor offenses for more than 48 hours after their release date if federal immigration officials hadn't already retrieved them, Valdez said. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez said Wednesday she is jumping into the Democratic race for governor, a day ahead of Houston businessman Andrew White's formal announcement for the post. The jail would no longer hold immigrants who committed minor offenses for more than 48 hours after their release date if federal immigration officials hadn't already retrieved them, Valdez said. (more...)
Former Catalan leader says to stay in Belgium 'for the moment'
- December 06, 2017
In a surprise move, Supreme Court magistrate Pablo Llarena said on Tuesday that individual warrants don't apply anymore because the alleged crimes were a group action, according to new evidence. The defense has argued that the offenses against the defendants are not punishable in Belgium and that there is a danger that their human rights would be violated in Spain. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
In a surprise move, Supreme Court magistrate Pablo Llarena said on Tuesday that individual warrants don't apply anymore because the alleged crimes were a group action, according to new evidence. The defense has argued that the offenses against the defendants are not punishable in Belgium and that there is a danger that their human rights would be violated in Spain. (more...)
Fourth century bone fragment could be from 'Father Christmas saint'
- December 06, 2017
December 6 is celebrated in many European countries, particularly in the Netherlands, as St. Nicholas Feast Day and involves giving of gifts to children by their parents. St Nicholas is thought to have lived in Myra, Asia Minor, which is now modern day Turkey. But the bulk of relics said to be of St Nicholas are held in the Italian cities of Bari and Venice. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
December 6 is celebrated in many European countries, particularly in the Netherlands, as St. Nicholas Feast Day and involves giving of gifts to children by their parents. St Nicholas is thought to have lived in Myra, Asia Minor, which is now modern day Turkey. But the bulk of relics said to be of St Nicholas are held in the Italian cities of Bari and Venice. (more...)
Mueller's budget tops $3.2 million so far in Trump-Russia probe
- December 06, 2017
The expenses are those incurred between the May 17 appointment of Robert Mueller as special counsel and September 30. The travel costs included $220,830 for relocation of Justice Department employees temporarily assigned to the investigation. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The expenses are those incurred between the May 17 appointment of Robert Mueller as special counsel and September 30. The travel costs included $220,830 for relocation of Justice Department employees temporarily assigned to the investigation. (more...)
Here's why CSKA Moscow's goal against Man United was definitely NOT offside
- December 06, 2017
The Russia worldwide looked miles offside when Vitinho's strike deflected off him and past Sergio Romero, leaving a lot of people bewildered as to how it had been allowed to stand. United had missed several opportunities to take the lead in the first half, with Marcus Rashford coming closest when he hit the inside of the post in the opening minutes. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The Russia worldwide looked miles offside when Vitinho's strike deflected off him and past Sergio Romero, leaving a lot of people bewildered as to how it had been allowed to stand. United had missed several opportunities to take the lead in the first half, with Marcus Rashford coming closest when he hit the inside of the post in the opening minutes. (more...)
France says Syrian government obstructing peace talks
- December 06, 2017
An eighth round of peace talks aimed at ending Syria s almost seven-year war began in Geneva last week. De Mistura had said he expected talks to resume "around Tuesday" Dec. "This is an embarrassment to Russia", Aridi said at the hotel where the opposition delegation is staying in Geneva. The government's chief negotiator Bashar al-Jaafari had told reporters in Geneva on Friday that his team would go home to Syria and that "Damascus will decide" whether they would return to the UN-backed ... (more...)
- December 06, 2017
An eighth round of peace talks aimed at ending Syria s almost seven-year war began in Geneva last week. De Mistura had said he expected talks to resume "around Tuesday" Dec. "This is an embarrassment to Russia", Aridi said at the hotel where the opposition delegation is staying in Geneva. The government's chief negotiator Bashar al-Jaafari had told reporters in Geneva on Friday that his team would go home to Syria and that "Damascus will decide" whether they would return to the UN-backed ... (more...)
DENGUE DEATH: Haryana govt probe finds Fortis Hospital guilty
- December 06, 2017
The child was on ventilator, but she was shoved in an ordinary ambulance. However, the hospital had refuted the allegation and said there was no medical negligence and all standard protocols were followed in the treatment of the patient. The ventilator system was withdrawn and an ambu bag was also not provided. But we have decided that we will lodge an FIR against this Fortis hospital for medical negligence, he added. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The child was on ventilator, but she was shoved in an ordinary ambulance. However, the hospital had refuted the allegation and said there was no medical negligence and all standard protocols were followed in the treatment of the patient. The ventilator system was withdrawn and an ambu bag was also not provided. But we have decided that we will lodge an FIR against this Fortis hospital for medical negligence, he added. (more...)
Cong manifesto promises quota for Patidars, other castes
- December 06, 2017
On the goods and services tax, implementation of which generated a lot of controversy, the manifesto said that the Congress government would "pursue a proposal with the GST council to exempt small traders and manufacturers having an annual turnover of Rs 1.50 crore in view of the limitations of small traders/manufacturers in compliance of the very hard and complex formalities under the GST". (more...)
- December 06, 2017
On the goods and services tax, implementation of which generated a lot of controversy, the manifesto said that the Congress government would "pursue a proposal with the GST council to exempt small traders and manufacturers having an annual turnover of Rs 1.50 crore in view of the limitations of small traders/manufacturers in compliance of the very hard and complex formalities under the GST". (more...)
Taliban's "Red Unit" commander for Helmand Province killed
- December 06, 2017
Wali Mohammad Ahmadzai said Sunday. Wali and his Red Unit are responsible for planning numerous suicide bombings, IED attacks, and coordinated assaults against civilians, Afghan and coalition forces. Late Tuesday, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid denied any casualties from those operations, dismissing the USA and Afghan statements as "propaganda". (more...)
- December 06, 2017
Wali Mohammad Ahmadzai said Sunday. Wali and his Red Unit are responsible for planning numerous suicide bombings, IED attacks, and coordinated assaults against civilians, Afghan and coalition forces. Late Tuesday, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid denied any casualties from those operations, dismissing the USA and Afghan statements as "propaganda". (more...)
Virat Kohli, Anushka to get married next week in Italy?
- December 06, 2017
Anushka Sharma's bridal wear is likely to be designed by fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, the report added. The designer was spotted exiting Anushka's house last week, leading to speculation that he might design her wedding trousseau. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
Anushka Sharma's bridal wear is likely to be designed by fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, the report added. The designer was spotted exiting Anushka's house last week, leading to speculation that he might design her wedding trousseau. (more...)
Americans reject Republican tax plan by wide margin
- December 06, 2017
President Trump said the Republican tax plan is "so popular", despite public opinion polls which show very low support. Independents joined Democrats in relative distaste, with 25% of those polled approving of the legislation and 56% disapproving. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
President Trump said the Republican tax plan is "so popular", despite public opinion polls which show very low support. Independents joined Democrats in relative distaste, with 25% of those polled approving of the legislation and 56% disapproving. (more...)
Migrants' families awkward issue in new German government talks
- December 06, 2017
The asylum seeker family reunification issue ultimately led to the collapse of the so-called "Jamaica coalition" talks late last month, when the classical liberal Free Democrats (FDP) pulled out of the negotiations. The future of current Bavarian premier Horst Seehofer had been in question since the election. The SPD did not stake out a position on the conservatives' upper limit on refugees in their document. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The asylum seeker family reunification issue ultimately led to the collapse of the so-called "Jamaica coalition" talks late last month, when the classical liberal Free Democrats (FDP) pulled out of the negotiations. The future of current Bavarian premier Horst Seehofer had been in question since the election. The SPD did not stake out a position on the conservatives' upper limit on refugees in their document. (more...)
Miss Universe queens tour Luneta, Intramuros
- December 06, 2017
The Philippines' bet Rachel Peters didn't win this year's Miss Universe crown. Among those in the trip are representatives from the Netherlands, India, Italy, Spain, Canada, the United States, South Korea, Malaysia, China, Great Britain, and Singapore. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The Philippines' bet Rachel Peters didn't win this year's Miss Universe crown. Among those in the trip are representatives from the Netherlands, India, Italy, Spain, Canada, the United States, South Korea, Malaysia, China, Great Britain, and Singapore. (more...)
China has no intention to interfere in Australia's Internal Affairs - foreign ministry
- December 06, 2017
On Tuesday, Australia unveiled sweeping proposals created to prevent foreign interference in local politics. Mr Turnbull did not specifically mention China as he announced a major overhaul of foreign interference laws yesterday but the Prime Minister's mention of "disturbing reports about Chinese influence" has appeared to anger one of our most important neighbours. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
On Tuesday, Australia unveiled sweeping proposals created to prevent foreign interference in local politics. Mr Turnbull did not specifically mention China as he announced a major overhaul of foreign interference laws yesterday but the Prime Minister's mention of "disturbing reports about Chinese influence" has appeared to anger one of our most important neighbours. (more...)
World's Biggest Starbucks Is No Longer in Seattle
- December 06, 2017
The establishment the first Roastery outside the United States, is nearly twice as big as the previous record holder, a Roastery that opened in Seattle in 2014, CNN reports. Whether you're a Starbucks fan or more of a coffee purist, you can't deny the chain's path to world domination shows no sign of slowing down any time soon. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The establishment the first Roastery outside the United States, is nearly twice as big as the previous record holder, a Roastery that opened in Seattle in 2014, CNN reports. Whether you're a Starbucks fan or more of a coffee purist, you can't deny the chain's path to world domination shows no sign of slowing down any time soon. (more...)
Trump to speak Wednesday on Jerusalem plan
- December 06, 2017
Though Trump still finds the credible accusations against Moore "concerning", Sanders said the president would "rather have a person that supports his agenda, versus somebody who opposes his agenda every step of the way". Previous administrations have signed the waiver at regular intervals for more than two decades. Along with the leaders of Jordan and the P.A., Trump also spoke Tuesday with the heads of Israel, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
Though Trump still finds the credible accusations against Moore "concerning", Sanders said the president would "rather have a person that supports his agenda, versus somebody who opposes his agenda every step of the way". Previous administrations have signed the waiver at regular intervals for more than two decades. Along with the leaders of Jordan and the P.A., Trump also spoke Tuesday with the heads of Israel, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. (more...)
Mogherini, Tillerson discuss Jerusalem, Iran
- December 06, 2017
The remarks came as concerns have been growing in recent months that the US administration may unilaterally scrap the nuclear agreement between Iran and the Group 5+1 (Russia , China, the US, Britain, France and Germany). He said nothing on Jerusalem, but he listed other areas where European Union states and the USA were in agreement: on countering Russian Federation in Ukraine, imposing extra sanctions on North Korea, fighting Islamist terrorism, and spending more on Nato defence. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
The remarks came as concerns have been growing in recent months that the US administration may unilaterally scrap the nuclear agreement between Iran and the Group 5+1 (Russia , China, the US, Britain, France and Germany). He said nothing on Jerusalem, but he listed other areas where European Union states and the USA were in agreement: on countering Russian Federation in Ukraine, imposing extra sanctions on North Korea, fighting Islamist terrorism, and spending more on Nato defence. (more...)
WH budget meeting planned with Trump, congressional leaders
- December 06, 2017
Even so, top Republicans expressed confidence that they'd approve the short-term measure this week, with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., saying, "We will pass it before the end of the week". The Oval Office sit-down will come after Pelosi of California and Schumer of NY pulled out of a planned meeting on November 28 after Trump tweeted , "I don't see a deal!" He said Democrats had offered in return to toughen border security, a Republican priority. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
Even so, top Republicans expressed confidence that they'd approve the short-term measure this week, with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., saying, "We will pass it before the end of the week". The Oval Office sit-down will come after Pelosi of California and Schumer of NY pulled out of a planned meeting on November 28 after Trump tweeted , "I don't see a deal!" He said Democrats had offered in return to toughen border security, a Republican priority. (more...)
Narendra Modi Reigns Supreme On Twitter
- December 06, 2017
Speaking at the day's first rally in Dhandhuka, PM Modi invoked Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. "Congress did not think of conferring the Bharat Ratna on Dr. Speaking about Congress leader Kapil Sibal representing the Sunni Waqf Board in Supreme Court, PM Modi says the board has said what Sibal said in the top court was wrong and they also want a time-bound solution to the Babri Masjid-Ram Janmabhoomi title suit. (more...)
- December 06, 2017
Speaking at the day's first rally in Dhandhuka, PM Modi invoked Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. "Congress did not think of conferring the Bharat Ratna on Dr. Speaking about Congress leader Kapil Sibal representing the Sunni Waqf Board in Supreme Court, PM Modi says the board has said what Sibal said in the top court was wrong and they also want a time-bound solution to the Babri Masjid-Ram Janmabhoomi title suit. (more...)
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