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Two-Year-Old Girl Dies After Car Plunges Into River In Wales
A Facebook post, purportedly written by the little girl's mum and shared earlier that day, had requested that people look out for the stolen vehicle as her daughter was inside, while a second woman repeated the message, concluding: "Please share and get my niece home safe!" Dyfed-Powys Police said specialist officers will investigate whether the electronic "button" brake on the Mini was activate... [Full Article...]
Scientist in data scandal says Facebook's business model is real problem
Furthermore, Facebook is being investigated by New York and MA attorney generals over the Cambridge Analytica scandal, with New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman telling The Verge: "Consumers have a right to know how their information is used - and companies like Facebook have a fundamental responsibility to protect their users' personal information". [Full Article...]
At least 29 killed in IS attack on Nauroz celebrations in Kabul
Daud said the attacker managed to slip past police checkpoints set up along the road. The bomber was less than 200 meters from Karte Sakhi shrine where many Afghans gather every year to mark Nawrooz, which is the traditional Persian new year holiday. [Full Article...]
James Packer resigns from Crown Resorts board
The article also noted that Packer had returned to the Crown board last July after stepping down in late 2015 to focus on worldwide interest, but that Crown's overseas ambitions were "unwound over the past year". On the business front, Packer's Crown Resorts empire has been forced to reduce in size, consolidating its business and entering a period of divestment, which most recently saw the sale ... [Full Article...]
PM Modi speaks against corruption, but shares stage with jailed leaders
Noting that the motto of the Congress party government in Karnataka was Basavanna's principle "follow what you preach", Gandhi said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah took the lead in waiving off farmers' loans. The development of the country has not happened in the last two years. Noting that one person could not take the country forward, Gandhi said the nation had progressed due to the work of the ... [Full Article...]
Suspects fired 15 times at victim during attempted robbery, police say
A police spokesman said: "We had a robbery at a shop in Leyland". Police sources said that the man appears to have died from bullet wounds sustained during the crossfire that took place between a manager at the store and the robbers. Police say the stolen vehicle was also recovered and that the total value of property recovered was in excess of $100,000. Further investigation revealed that the... [Full Article...]
Texas serial bombing suspect dead after detonating device in his vehicle
Reyes described the item as "approximately 6 inches in length, nearly like a 40mm-type artillery simulator device". The blast reminded Shahla Mohnandshaw, who grew up in Afghanistan before moving to the U.S.in 2012, of home. On Sunday, two men - ages 22 and 23 - were injured in a blast trigged by a tripwire. Reyes said the person was taken to a hospital and was "doing well and recovering". [Full Article...]
Winter Weather Advisories for first day of Spring
Temperatures will be below freezing for the morning drive. The higher elevations have the best shot to see the greatest accumulation from tonight's snowfall. But we remain quite chilly through the weekend with, believe it or not, a chance of light snow late Saturday into Sunday. High-pressure returns on Thursday , which brings back sunny skies. [Full Article...]
Israel Admits Destroying Syrian Reactor In Move Seen Aimed At Iran
The admission along with the release of newly declassified material related to the raid comes as Israel intensifies its warnings over the presence of its main enemy Iran in neighbouring Syria . Military commanders were told to place their troops on high alert in the hours leading up to the attack in case Syria made a decision to respond, The Times of Israel said. [Full Article...]
Russian Federation hits back in spy poisoning row as experts called in
Petersburg in turn. Both of them remain in critical condition. A Reuters video showed a small crowd gathered outside the Russian embassy, hugging and waving goodbye to others boarding vehicles with diplomatic plates. Worldwide chemical weapons experts took samples Monday of the nerve agent used, which Britain says is the Soviet-developed Novichok. Mrs May and European leaders will discuss the po... [Full Article...]
Trump Ignores Advice to 'DO NOT CONGRATULATE' Putin
Even on Monday, the White House said Trump had no plans to congratulate Putin. Other issues that will be discussed during the bilateral meeting will be Ukraine, Syria, and North Korea , Trump added. "Putin remains open to normalizing relations with our USA partners, where it is of interest and crucial". A number of Republicans criticized Trump for making the call. [Full Article...]
Myanmar President resigns, say local media reports
According to various media reports, the presidential post will be filled within seven working days in line with the Article 73 (b) Myanmar's constitution. The move puts a representative of the country's already powerful military at least temporarily in a position of executive power, AP said. Yangon-based diplomats say the relationship between Suu Kyi and the military chief, Min Aung Hlaing, is... [Full Article...]
Stephen Hawking to join Newton and Darwin in Westminster Abbey
However, now that he has gone on to his hereafter, whatever form that may take, Professor Stephen Hawking is to have his own permanent resting place in the heart of Westminster Abbey. "Our father's life and work meant many things to many people, both religious and non-religious". The service will be traditional and inclusive, and will reflect the breadth and diversity of his life. [Full Article...]
Gas prices continue to climb
Sarasota-area prices already hover almost 30 cents higher than a year ago, according to GasBuddy.com. Gasoline prices in the Las Vegas area have gone up in the past week. The states with the lowest average per-gallon gasoline prices included: Missouri ($2.27), MS ($2.27), SC ($2.28), Alabama ($2.28), Arkansas ($2.29), Texas ($2.31), Oklahoma ($2.33), Louisiana ($2.33), Tennessee ($2.34) and Wy... [Full Article...]
Ben Carson Blames Purchase of $31000 Office Dining Set on His Wife
Mr. Carson, appearing before Congress for the first time since the purchase of the table, chairs and hutch was made public, appeared annoyed when a Democrat at the hearing suggested that he was guilty of "ethical lapses" and turning over key decisions to members of his family. [Full Article...]
Mohammed Shami's wife Hasin Jahan to meet Mamta Banerjee on March 23
Consequently, a case has also been registered against Shami under various non-bailable and bailable sections of the IPC, including Section 307 (attempt to murder ) and Section 376 (rape) of the Indian Penal Code. Alishba, meanwhile, denied the charges against her and said that she is a follower of Mohammed Shami on Instagram and that is how both of them became friends. [Full Article...]
James City County hosts Easter egg hunt for local children
There will be many activities including face painting, a bubble machine, drawing activities, a coffee cart, and a Puppet Show at 10.50am, followed by the popular egg hunt. The event runs from 11 a.m.to 1 p.m.in the park behind municipal hall. Children 13 and under and their parents are welcomed to attend the event free of charge. [Full Article...]
US, South Korea to start bilateral military drills
How will North Korea's dictator regard these two exercises in the framework of the summit foreseen for next month to pave the way to the Kim-Trump summit, which remains to be confirmed? The United Nations Command of U.S. They come as Moon prepares for a planned summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un next month, while U.S. President Donald Trump prepares for a potential meeting with Kim th... [Full Article...]
CBI Court defers verdict in Dumka fodder case involving Lalu
Lalu, who is unwell and is in the hospital since Saturday, is unlikely to attend the hearing. Lalu was admitted to the cardiology wing at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) Hospital after he fell ill at Birsa Munda Central Jail. [Full Article...]
Small OC city resists new state sanctuary laws
Constitution". "You are subjecting the city of Los Alamitos at taxpayers' expense to lawsuits", said a woman who spoke at the council meeting. A small city is moving to opt out of the state's sanctuary system. Los Alamitos also filed an amicus brief to U.S. Attorney General Jeff Session's lawsuit against the state and its sanctuary laws. But Los Alamitos is surrounded by larger and more ... [Full Article...]