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United States spy satellite appears lost after SpaceX launch
- January 16, 2018
The classified satellite, codenamed Zuma, failed to separate as planned from the upper stage of the SpaceX Falcon 9 after its launch Sunday from Cape Canaveral, Florida. SpaceX is scheduled to launch a top secret U.S. government spacecraft, known as Zuma, on Sunday. In September 2016, Facebook's internet satellite was destroyed when the Falcon 9 rocket carrying it exploded. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
The classified satellite, codenamed Zuma, failed to separate as planned from the upper stage of the SpaceX Falcon 9 after its launch Sunday from Cape Canaveral, Florida. SpaceX is scheduled to launch a top secret U.S. government spacecraft, known as Zuma, on Sunday. In September 2016, Facebook's internet satellite was destroyed when the Falcon 9 rocket carrying it exploded. (more...)
African states demand Trump apologise for racist remark
- January 16, 2018
NC Donald Trump has denied he is racist Related articles No, no, I'm not a racist. The president finally addressed the disparaging remarks in person as he was headed to dinner at his golf club in West Palm Beach with House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA). (more...)
- January 16, 2018
NC Donald Trump has denied he is racist Related articles No, no, I'm not a racist. The president finally addressed the disparaging remarks in person as he was headed to dinner at his golf club in West Palm Beach with House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA). (more...)
Venezuelan police surround fugitive chopper attack pilot
- January 16, 2018
According to the statement of the Venezuelan Interior Ministry aired by a national television channel, Perez and his accomplices opened fire killing two police officers and injuring five others. Venezuela's political crisis has been triggered by economic collapse that is fed by the world's highest inflation rate and a shortage of basic goods including foods and medicines. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
According to the statement of the Venezuelan Interior Ministry aired by a national television channel, Perez and his accomplices opened fire killing two police officers and injuring five others. Venezuela's political crisis has been triggered by economic collapse that is fed by the world's highest inflation rate and a shortage of basic goods including foods and medicines. (more...)
Egypt Says It Does Not Want War As Tension Grows With Sudan
- January 16, 2018
Last week, Sudan closed its border with Eritrea after the deployment of thousands of troops from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) fighters to Kassala State. The triangle lies between Egypt and its southern neighbor and the borders have been contested by Sudan since 1958. The dispute centers on the control of a section of the Nile that stretches 6,695 kilometers from Lake Victoria to the Mediterranean and is the economic lifeblood of all three countries. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Last week, Sudan closed its border with Eritrea after the deployment of thousands of troops from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) fighters to Kassala State. The triangle lies between Egypt and its southern neighbor and the borders have been contested by Sudan since 1958. The dispute centers on the control of a section of the Nile that stretches 6,695 kilometers from Lake Victoria to the Mediterranean and is the economic lifeblood of all three countries. (more...)
Rep. John Lewis calls Trump 'racist,' won't vote on government f
- January 16, 2018
She also agreed with Trump on the need to tighten up on immigration: "These are poor countries, and. we've given them so much money, and it doesn't get better". Ronny L. Jackson, was expected to release a brief statement on Friday after the exam and then provide a detailed readout of the exam on Tuesday and answer questions from reporters. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
She also agreed with Trump on the need to tighten up on immigration: "These are poor countries, and. we've given them so much money, and it doesn't get better". Ronny L. Jackson, was expected to release a brief statement on Friday after the exam and then provide a detailed readout of the exam on Tuesday and answer questions from reporters. (more...)
Palestine's Abbas calls Trump peace offer 'slap of the century'
- January 16, 2018
In a statement, the Committee called on the worldwide community to hold an global conference under the auspices of the United Nations for the assurance of the establishment of the Palestinian state with its capital as East Jerusalem. Abbas also said Israel had "ended" the landmark Oslo peace accords of the 1990s with its actions, while branding the United States ambassadors to the UN and to Israel, Nikki Haley and David Friedman , a "disgrace". (more...)
- January 16, 2018
In a statement, the Committee called on the worldwide community to hold an global conference under the auspices of the United Nations for the assurance of the establishment of the Palestinian state with its capital as East Jerusalem. Abbas also said Israel had "ended" the landmark Oslo peace accords of the 1990s with its actions, while branding the United States ambassadors to the UN and to Israel, Nikki Haley and David Friedman , a "disgrace". (more...)
No. 22 Auburn rallies past Mississippi State
- January 16, 2018
That is the best winning percentage at the start of league play since 2006-07 (77.8 percent). "It's the team that can get ready to play night in and night out". "We have to come out in the second half and not be so nonchalant", Weatherspoon said. Holman provided 11 points and Nick Weatherspoon and Lamar Peters provided 10 points apiece. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
That is the best winning percentage at the start of league play since 2006-07 (77.8 percent). "It's the team that can get ready to play night in and night out". "We have to come out in the second half and not be so nonchalant", Weatherspoon said. Holman provided 11 points and Nick Weatherspoon and Lamar Peters provided 10 points apiece. (more...)
Twitter reacts: Rangers fans taunt Hibs over expected Forest striker addition
- January 16, 2018
The Daily Record claim the 22-year-old striker is set to join Graeme Murty's side on loan until the end of the season, after a hard start to life in the Championship with just four goals in 17 Forest outings. " I'm not one for just sitting on the bench so I asked my agent to try and sort me something out ". "I have always enjoyed playing against Rangers, and hopefully I can enjoy playing on the other side this time". (more...)
- January 16, 2018
The Daily Record claim the 22-year-old striker is set to join Graeme Murty's side on loan until the end of the season, after a hard start to life in the Championship with just four goals in 17 Forest outings. " I'm not one for just sitting on the bench so I asked my agent to try and sort me something out ". "I have always enjoyed playing against Rangers, and hopefully I can enjoy playing on the other side this time". (more...)
Moshe to unveil memorial of 26/11 terror victims
- January 16, 2018
He met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Israel previous year, who left him an open invitation to visit India any time he wanted. Also accompanying Moshe will be Sandra Samuels, the Indian nanny who saved him during the terror attack that killed 166 people over three days. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
He met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Israel previous year, who left him an open invitation to visit India any time he wanted. Also accompanying Moshe will be Sandra Samuels, the Indian nanny who saved him during the terror attack that killed 166 people over three days. (more...)
Rogue wallaby hops onto Sydney Harbour Bridge
- January 16, 2018
Police say traffic controllers monitored the wallaby as it hopped across to lane one and then, " without indicating , exited onto Cahill Expressway then to Macquarie Street". Police believe the 13kg (29lb) swamp wallaby, also known as the black wallaby, may have come from a golf course about 3km (1.8 miles) from the bridge. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Police say traffic controllers monitored the wallaby as it hopped across to lane one and then, " without indicating , exited onto Cahill Expressway then to Macquarie Street". Police believe the 13kg (29lb) swamp wallaby, also known as the black wallaby, may have come from a golf course about 3km (1.8 miles) from the bridge. (more...)
Donald Trump Administration To Unveil Revised Guidelines For Self-Driving Cars
- January 16, 2018
Pending bills in Congress to speed the introduction of autonomous vehicles do not include commercial trucks. GM on Friday unveiled the Cruise AV, an autonomous vehicle with no steering wheel or pedals, announcing it had asked the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to exempt it from a number of federal standards that can not be met with a driverless auto. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Pending bills in Congress to speed the introduction of autonomous vehicles do not include commercial trucks. GM on Friday unveiled the Cruise AV, an autonomous vehicle with no steering wheel or pedals, announcing it had asked the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to exempt it from a number of federal standards that can not be met with a driverless auto. (more...)
Parents suspected of keeping kids chained in California home
- January 16, 2018
A Perris mother and father are behind bars Monday after one of their children escaped their home and reported to sheriff's deputies that 12 of her siblings were still being held captive at their home, some of them shackled with chains and padlocks to their beds. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
A Perris mother and father are behind bars Monday after one of their children escaped their home and reported to sheriff's deputies that 12 of her siblings were still being held captive at their home, some of them shackled with chains and padlocks to their beds. (more...)
"Black Lightning" Trailer Debuts Ahead Of The Show's Premiere
- January 16, 2018
Speaking with the Los Angeles Times , the show's executive producer Salim Akli notes how "we want to have an authentic black voice and a show that deals with what I grew up with and what I know". Anissa has also inherited his powers - or some version of them, as she's discovering - which hints at the possibility of a father-daughter duo. The show's supervillain is Tobias Whale, who heads The 100 Gang. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Speaking with the Los Angeles Times , the show's executive producer Salim Akli notes how "we want to have an authentic black voice and a show that deals with what I grew up with and what I know". Anissa has also inherited his powers - or some version of them, as she's discovering - which hints at the possibility of a father-daughter duo. The show's supervillain is Tobias Whale, who heads The 100 Gang. (more...)
Poppi inquest: Injuries caused by penetration, rules coroner
- January 16, 2018
He reserved his right to silence to avoid incriminating himself even when asked if he smothered Poppi as he abused her. Mr Worthington had previously told the family court he had gone to bed earlier with his laptop, which was not recovered by police, where his usual routine was to check football scores and Facebook updates. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
He reserved his right to silence to avoid incriminating himself even when asked if he smothered Poppi as he abused her. Mr Worthington had previously told the family court he had gone to bed earlier with his laptop, which was not recovered by police, where his usual routine was to check football scores and Facebook updates. (more...)
Explosion in Belgium leaves several injured
- January 16, 2018
There still could be casualties beneath the rubble besides the five injuries already known, police told VRT television. At least five people have been hurt in the explosion, with gas put forward as the likely cause. Emergency rescue teams were rushed to the scene. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the blast, which happened shortly after 9:30pm local time. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
There still could be casualties beneath the rubble besides the five injuries already known, police told VRT television. At least five people have been hurt in the explosion, with gas put forward as the likely cause. Emergency rescue teams were rushed to the scene. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the blast, which happened shortly after 9:30pm local time. (more...)
Qatari fighter jets intercept UAE commercial plane
- January 16, 2018
Emirates is the Dubai government controlled, global carrier of the UAE. Qatar said the allegation, reported by the UAE's state news agency WAM , was meant to divert attention from what it said were violations by Emirati military aircraft of its airspace. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Emirates is the Dubai government controlled, global carrier of the UAE. Qatar said the allegation, reported by the UAE's state news agency WAM , was meant to divert attention from what it said were violations by Emirati military aircraft of its airspace. (more...)
Trump Defends Himself Anew Against Charges That He Is Racist
- January 16, 2018
Ashipala-Musavyi told The Namibian that she only found out about the remarks through the media. "I can not believe that in the history of the White House, in that Oval Office, any president has ever spoken the words that I personally heard our president speak yesterday", Durbin said . (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Ashipala-Musavyi told The Namibian that she only found out about the remarks through the media. "I can not believe that in the history of the White House, in that Oval Office, any president has ever spoken the words that I personally heard our president speak yesterday", Durbin said . (more...)
Trump calls Fire and Fury author Michael Wolff 'mentally deranged'
- January 16, 2018
Just hours before the tweet, CNN's Michael Smerconish had a heated argument with Fire and Fury author Michael Wolff after reading from an email the author had sent to gain access to the White House. With regard to Trump's mental fitness and capability of carrying out his duties, Wolff said, "I don't know if the president is clinically off his rocker". (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Just hours before the tweet, CNN's Michael Smerconish had a heated argument with Fire and Fury author Michael Wolff after reading from an email the author had sent to gain access to the White House. With regard to Trump's mental fitness and capability of carrying out his duties, Wolff said, "I don't know if the president is clinically off his rocker". (more...)
Analyst Stock Ratings: Centene Corporation (CNC), Apache Corporation
- January 16, 2018
Pennant Capital Management Llc who had been investing in Anthem Inc for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $61.58B market cap company. Ally Financial Inc. (ALLY) have shown a high EPS growth of 14.90% in the last 5 years and has earnings rose of 164.70% yoy. APA's profit will be $45.71M for 98.25 P/E if the $0.12 EPS becomes a reality. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Pennant Capital Management Llc who had been investing in Anthem Inc for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $61.58B market cap company. Ally Financial Inc. (ALLY) have shown a high EPS growth of 14.90% in the last 5 years and has earnings rose of 164.70% yoy. APA's profit will be $45.71M for 98.25 P/E if the $0.12 EPS becomes a reality. (more...)
US President insists he is "not a racist"
- January 16, 2018
Rather, they are encouraged to listen and acknowledge the countries' concerns. A bipartisan deal to resolve the Dreamers issue in return for changes demanded by Republicans in the way visas are allocated collapsed in acrimony Thursday with Trump's remarks, which were widely denounced as racist . (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Rather, they are encouraged to listen and acknowledge the countries' concerns. A bipartisan deal to resolve the Dreamers issue in return for changes demanded by Republicans in the way visas are allocated collapsed in acrimony Thursday with Trump's remarks, which were widely denounced as racist . (more...)
Community honors legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. across Philadelphia
- January 16, 2018
Trump has been deeply critical of the time former President Barack Obama spent hitting the links during his presidency. HYANNIS -Despite the cold, dozens gathered in Hyannis yesterday afternoon to commemorate Martin Luther King Day with the Annual Reverend Dr. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Trump has been deeply critical of the time former President Barack Obama spent hitting the links during his presidency. HYANNIS -Despite the cold, dozens gathered in Hyannis yesterday afternoon to commemorate Martin Luther King Day with the Annual Reverend Dr. (more...)
Barack Obama & More Remember Martin Luther King Jr. On His 89th Birthday
- January 16, 2018
The denial late Sunday came three days after Trump was quoted as calling African nations and Haiti " shithole countries ", setting off a storm of condemnation that threatened to derail a bipartisan compromise on immigration. One descendant of Freedmen, Rodslen Brown-King, said her mother was able to vote as a Cherokee for the first and only time recently. Ivanka Trump also tweeted about Martin Luther King Jr . (more...)
- January 16, 2018
The denial late Sunday came three days after Trump was quoted as calling African nations and Haiti " shithole countries ", setting off a storm of condemnation that threatened to derail a bipartisan compromise on immigration. One descendant of Freedmen, Rodslen Brown-King, said her mother was able to vote as a Cherokee for the first and only time recently. Ivanka Trump also tweeted about Martin Luther King Jr . (more...)
Seven Pakistani soldiers Killed In "Retaliatory Action" Along LoC in Poonch
- January 16, 2018
Maj Gen Asif Ghafoor, the official spokesperson for Pakistan's armed forces, claimed that his country has "credible nuclear deterrence" against threats from India . "The Army has carried out retaliation against Pakistani troops across Jaglote area along the LoC in Mendhar sector of Poonch district", PTI quoted an unidentified Army officer as saying. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Maj Gen Asif Ghafoor, the official spokesperson for Pakistan's armed forces, claimed that his country has "credible nuclear deterrence" against threats from India . "The Army has carried out retaliation against Pakistani troops across Jaglote area along the LoC in Mendhar sector of Poonch district", PTI quoted an unidentified Army officer as saying. (more...)
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas condemns Trump over Jerusalem move: 'Shame on you'
- January 16, 2018
He singled out two individuals for particular criticism: "The American ambassador to Israel [David Friedman] and [the US Ambassador to the UN] Nikki Haley bring shame on the administration, if it has any self-respect". The move has infuriated the Palestinians, who want the annexed eastern sector of the city as the capital of their future state. Hamas said would not send representatives to the council meeting because it objected to Abbas' decision to hold the meeting in the occupied West Bank. (more...)
- January 16, 2018
He singled out two individuals for particular criticism: "The American ambassador to Israel [David Friedman] and [the US Ambassador to the UN] Nikki Haley bring shame on the administration, if it has any self-respect". The move has infuriated the Palestinians, who want the annexed eastern sector of the city as the capital of their future state. Hamas said would not send representatives to the council meeting because it objected to Abbas' decision to hold the meeting in the occupied West Bank. (more...)
Any deal on DACA should embody extra border safety, immigration reforms
- January 16, 2018
HORSLEY: Yeah, Georgia Senator David Perdue cast some doubt on that in an ABC interview today. "Honestly, I don't think the Democrats want to make a deal", he said. Sen. Michael Bennet, D-Colo., defended the agreement as a "principled compromise" on NBC's " Meet the Press " and said, "I hope people will explore it". (more...)
- January 16, 2018
HORSLEY: Yeah, Georgia Senator David Perdue cast some doubt on that in an ABC interview today. "Honestly, I don't think the Democrats want to make a deal", he said. Sen. Michael Bennet, D-Colo., defended the agreement as a "principled compromise" on NBC's " Meet the Press " and said, "I hope people will explore it". (more...)
There is Consensus in UN Security Council on Afghanistan, says Afghan Government
- January 16, 2018
Representatives of the United Nations Security Council including USA ambassador Nikki Haley held talks with Afghanistan 's top leaders during a three-day visit to the war-torn country that ended Monday. Security Council visit", tweeted Ambassador Karel van Oosterom of the Netherlands. The delegation also met with the leadership of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and the Resolute Support Mission of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). (more...)
- January 16, 2018
Representatives of the United Nations Security Council including USA ambassador Nikki Haley held talks with Afghanistan 's top leaders during a three-day visit to the war-torn country that ended Monday. Security Council visit", tweeted Ambassador Karel van Oosterom of the Netherlands. The delegation also met with the leadership of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and the Resolute Support Mission of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). (more...)
Ngidi thrilled by 'career-best' run-out on Test debut
- January 15, 2018
Even though India couldn't make any further inroads after his two-wicket burst and South Africa stretching their lead to 118, Jasprit Bumrah feels the second Test at Centurion is still very much in balance. Replays showed Pandya, having not grounded his bat and strolling, had not yet made his ground. "We were carrying a good momentum and we wanted to carry on". (more...)
- January 15, 2018
Even though India couldn't make any further inroads after his two-wicket burst and South Africa stretching their lead to 118, Jasprit Bumrah feels the second Test at Centurion is still very much in balance. Replays showed Pandya, having not grounded his bat and strolling, had not yet made his ground. "We were carrying a good momentum and we wanted to carry on". (more...)
Athens Immigrants Respond to Trump's 'Shithole Countries' Comment
- January 15, 2018
During a meeting with the lawmakers, Trump reportedly called African nations " shithole countries " and questioned why the USA didn't favor letting more immigrants in from nations like Norway instead of countries like Haiti. This is nothing new - in the past, whenever Trump has said something shockingly racist, his response to questions about it is to say that he's the least racist person you have ever met, an assertion usually met with mouths gaping open and heads shaking in wonder. (more...)
- January 15, 2018
During a meeting with the lawmakers, Trump reportedly called African nations " shithole countries " and questioned why the USA didn't favor letting more immigrants in from nations like Norway instead of countries like Haiti. This is nothing new - in the past, whenever Trump has said something shockingly racist, his response to questions about it is to say that he's the least racist person you have ever met, an assertion usually met with mouths gaping open and heads shaking in wonder. (more...)
VHP leader Togadia found in Ahmedabad in unconscious condition
- January 15, 2018
Dr. Agrawal from Chandramani hospital in which Togadia is admitted told India Today that Togadia is in a "confused state" and he is conscious but not able to recognise anyone. "We ask the Gujarat Police to tell us where he is if he has not been arrested". "We set up four special teams to trace VHP leader's location and hope to find him soon". (more...)
- January 15, 2018
Dr. Agrawal from Chandramani hospital in which Togadia is admitted told India Today that Togadia is in a "confused state" and he is conscious but not able to recognise anyone. "We ask the Gujarat Police to tell us where he is if he has not been arrested". "We set up four special teams to trace VHP leader's location and hope to find him soon". (more...)
Get in here! FG summons US Ambassador over Trump's remark
- January 15, 2018
Do you know your blood sugar level? Russell Brooks, a spokesperson for the U.S. Embassy in Abuja, did not immediately respond to PREMIUM TIMES request seeking further details about the summon Monday night. "Probably should record future meetings - unfortunately, no trust!" A number of African countries have summoned US Ambassadors in their respective nations to explain what Mr Trump meant by the statement. (more...)
- January 15, 2018
Do you know your blood sugar level? Russell Brooks, a spokesperson for the U.S. Embassy in Abuja, did not immediately respond to PREMIUM TIMES request seeking further details about the summon Monday night. "Probably should record future meetings - unfortunately, no trust!" A number of African countries have summoned US Ambassadors in their respective nations to explain what Mr Trump meant by the statement. (more...)
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