Skip to main content

Disasters - SERIES 333 {15 articles}

Residents moved as landslide plugs river

10/19/2018, 1:05:09 AM
More than 6,000 people were evacuated and more will follow after a barrier lake was formed following a landslide that blocked the Yarlung Tsangpo River in the Tibet autonomous region on Wednesday morning. Its water level continues to rise, local authorities said on Thursday. ✔ The Ministry of Water Resources also required the regional government to provide hourly information of the water level of the Yarlung Tsangpo River at observation stations upstream and downstream of the barrier lake to Indian authorities ✔ But the Ministry of Emergency Management warned on Saturday that the possibility of another landslide near the first landslide site has grown


Toshiba, IHI to dissolve nuclear power venture

10/19/2018, 3:20:57 AM
Japan's Toshiba Corp <6502.T> and IHI Corp <7013.T> have decided to dissolv... ✔ FILE PHOTO: A logo of Toshiba Corp is seen outside an electronics retail store in Tokyo, Japan, February 14, 2017 ✔ The news was first reported on Friday by the Nikkei business daily, which said the firms would shift towards renewable energy ✔ Our Standards:The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles


Could Trump be impeached after the midterms - and how would that happen?

10/19/2018, 1:17:35 AM
Democrats need to net 24 seats to take over the House, and then it would be up to them ✔ Next month’s midterm elections could pose a lot of problems for President Donald Trump if Democrats manage to take back the House of Representatives ✔ A Category 4 storm, with maximum sustained winds of 155 mph, was the most powerful storm ever to hit the Florida Panhandle Getty 10/50 9 October 2018 The Darul Muttaqien Mosque was the heart of the community for many in Palu


Beto O'Rourke says he would vote to impeach Donald Trump

10/19/2018, 1:17:34 AM
Democrat candidate faces Republican Senate incumbent Ted Cruz on 6 November ✔ Russia's transportation minister says a supervisor at the airport died during the emergency response after a landing airliner careered off the end of the runway, into a riverbed and caught fire ✔ The fervour appears to be pushing back against a possible blue wave threatening the reliably red US senate seat: whereas Mr O’Rourke and Mr Cruz were in a statistical tie earlier this summer, Mr Cruz is up by seven points in the latest polls


#MeToo founder strongly disagrees with Hillary Clinton and her husband's 'abuse of power'

10/19/2018, 1:55:35 AM
'It’s unfortunate that it wasn’t used as a moment to be accountable,' says #MeToo founder of Monica Lewinsky affair ✔ There were no deaths reported among the 164 passengers and six crew members aboard the Utair Boeing 737, but the Russian health ministry said 18 people were injured ✔ Support free-thinking journalism and subscribe to Independent Minds But let me ask you this, Ms Clinton continued, Where's the investigation of the current incumbent, against whom numerous allegations have been made, and which he dismisses, denies, and ridicules ✔ Mr Trump has repeatedly denied all allegations against him


"Tornado Alley" may be moving to the densely-populated Southeast

10/19/2018, 1:10:25 AM
One of the study's authors said climate change could the reason for the creeping of drier air in the Southeast ✔ The part of the country famous for its Tornado Alley title may be in jeopardy of losing that distinction in the future ✔ But a recent study by Columbia University substantiates the movement of the so called 100th meridian (100 degrees longitude) eastward over the past 100 years


Minister Penny Mordaunt confronted over 'silencing' charity sex abuse victims

10/19/2018, 12:53:29 AM
A FORMER foreign aid worker accused Penny Mordaunt of “silencing” charity sex abuse victims yesterday – as it emerged taxpayers are handing disgraced charities even MORE cash. Alexia Pepper de Cair… ✔ I thought all along that this conference needed to be more than just a shiny, glossy piece for the cameras and press to say all the right things are being done ✔ It was dishonest, it is ineffective and it won’t result in change ✔ RING on 0207 782 4104 or WHATSAPP on 07423720250 or EMAIL exclusive@the-sun.co.uk


After ad gaffe, North Dakota's Heitkamp apologizes in Senate debate

10/19/2018, 2:23:34 AM
North Dakota Democratic U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp, facing a tough re-election ... ✔ Heitkamp defended her vote against Trump’s Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, who was widely supported in the state, saying it was more important to do what she believed to be the right thing than to follow public opinion polls ✔ For all Reuters election coverage, click: here Our Standards:The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles


Trump back in Montana to campaign against Democratic senator

10/19/2018, 12:24:04 AM
MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — President Donald Trump is in Montana to boost GOP Senate candidate Matt Rosendale, who is running against a Democratic incumbent the president says has been a "disaster for Montana." Trump is holding a rally Thursday evening in Missoula to campaign against Sen. Jon Tester. Trump blames Tester for the backlash against former White House doctor Adm. Ronny Jackson, whom the president had tapped to serve as Veterans Affairs secretary. Jackson was forced to withdraw after facing ethics allegations and questions about his preparedness for the role.


A week after Hurricane Michael, rural residents feel stranded

10/19/2018, 12:18:30 AM
Neighbors have banded together to survive, sharing food, shelter and tips on the best streams to bathe in. ✔ she asked another, although she feared that the answer might be no. Well, they say what won’t kill you makes you stronger, Chance said to a third ✔ I guess in Alford, we are going to be made stronger ✔ Emily Wax-Thibodeaux in Washington contributed to this report


Email warning to civil servants over blood scandal delayed for a month

10/19/2018, 12:52:53 AM
Cabinet Office minister David Lidington, pictured, said the one-month delay in sending out the email warning did not cause any 'material harm'. He said an audit was underway for any deleted emails. ✔ In a statement, Mr Lidington said the original email ‘did not reach its recipients, due to the failure of the collective IT address used’ ✔ But at the time Britain was low on supplies and imported additional stocks from the USA, which had been donated by the homeless, prisoners and drug addicts


Hugh Jackman, Toni Collette see Oscar chances firm with new acting honours

10/19/2018, 2:08:15 AM
Aussie stars are on their way to bogarting the acting categories at the upcoming Oscars. ✔ The Hollywood Awards, self-styled as the Official Launch of the Award Season, eschew the usual nominations format and announce winners ahead of its ceremony ✔ The Oscars nominees will be announced on January 22, ahead of the winner's ceremony on February 24


Opinion | What did U.S. spy agencies know about threats on Khashoggi — and when?

10/19/2018, 12:23:27 AM
Intrusive questions are the essence of good oversight. Congress needs to do its job, urgently. ✔ By David Ignatius David Ignatius Columnist covering foreign affairs Email Bio Follow Columnist October 18 at 6:23 PM Saudi Arabia must conduct a serious, no-holds-barred investigation of the apparent gruesome murder of Post contributing columnist Jamal Khashoggi ✔ How do the analysts assess the council’s potential role now, with MBS under a dark cloud of suspicion


Man-made moon to shed light on Chengdu in 2020

10/19/2018, 1:05:07 AM
undefined ✔ An astronomer stargazes ahead of the supermoon on Sept 27, 2015 in Brighton, England ✔ Meanwhile, the extra light can shine into disaster zones during blackouts, thus aiding relief and rescue efforts, he added ✔ The mirrors can be adjusted for luminosity, and can be completely turned off when needed


Jersey Shore: Ronnie Ortiz-Magro Reveals He's in Therapy with Jen Harley After Her Arrest

10/19/2018, 1:12:20 AM
Jen Harley allegedly dragged Ronnie Ortiz-Magro with her car while their infant daughter was in the backseat ✔ The man was dragged by a vehicle on three flat tires by his baby moms, Mike said ✔ Realizing they couldn’t say no, they reluctantly agreed to have her join them ✔ I’ve always wanted to be on TMZ! Jersey Shore Family Vacation airs Thursdays (9 p.m. ET) on MTV


>>> Open This Series
Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Apple Inc - SERIES 184 {12 articles}

Apple Announces Potential iPad Pro, MacBook Event For Oct. 30 10/21/2018, 6:29:13 AM Apple will announce more hardware products on Oct. 30 in Brooklyn. ✔ For example, the Wall Street Journal’s looked different from every other publication’s ✔ Reports even indicate the new iPad Pro will have a USB-C port and output video in 4K with HDR support ✔ However, its profitable hardware division is what drove it to become the first company in the U.S. to reach $1 trillion in market value New Apple iPad Pro 2018 - Why now could be a bad time to buy an Apple tablet 10/21/2018, 11:25:13 AM APPLE has confirmed that it will be holding a major event later this month and a new iPad Pro could be the headline announcement. ✔ With no Touch ID, the new iPads are likely to get Apple's Face ID instead which lets users unlock the screen simply by looking at it ✔ Finally, we may get to see some updated AirPods, new Apple Pencil and the launch of the AirPower charging mat which is to get a...
Post a Comment
Read more

Travel - SERIES 396 {14 articles}

Thanksgiving Travel Will Be the Worst in a Decade: Here's Exactly When to Leave to Miss the Mess 11/15/2018, 8:19:20 PM Prepare for chaos this holiday season, starting with getting to your destination on Thanksgiving ✔ Prepare for a week of chaotic holiday travel this Thanksgiving ✔ Similarly, Airlines 4 America, an industry organization, estimates a substantial growth in air travel, but their stats are much higher: from 29 million last year to 30.6 million this year, Travel + Leisure reports Air India passenger goes on racist rant against flight crew after she's denied wine 11/15/2018, 11:17:05 PM Videos captured and shared on social media show the passenger shouting expletives, seemingly intoxicated, while flight crew remain calm. ✔ The baby was screaming and needed to be fed ✔ The arrest related to incidents that had occurred on board the plane, a statement from the Metropolitan Police read ✔ JIM LO SCALZO, EPA-EFE Fullscreen Atlanta was ranked third ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Fashion - SERIES 334 {11 articles}

Naomi Campbell has criticised Hello! Magazine for presenting a ‘completely whitewashed’ London 10/21/2018, 1:39:02 PM 'That's what it sells you, it's awful' ✔ Prior to Enninful’s appointment, British Vogue was frequently criticised for featuring predominantly white women on the cover ✔ Support free-thinking journalism and subscribe to Independent Minds Using Enninful as an example, Campbell described the fashion industry’s shift towards diversity as better late than never, adding that this season’s runways showed a marked improvement, with designers casting models of a wide range of ethnicities ✔ The Independent has contacted Hello! for comment David Beckham focuses on kids while reflecting on marriage to Victoria 10/21/2018, 1:01:23 PM David Beckham, 43, has spoken candidly about his 19-year marriage to his wife Victoria, 44. ✔ 'You make it work, you make difficult situations.. ✔ Victoria looked noticeably downcast as they were photographed at the...
Post a Comment
Read more

Autos - SERIES 172 {10 articles}

Ford Everest Trend 2.0 AWD 2018 new car review | Drive.com.au 10/21/2018, 9:19:56 PM Smaller engine adds more muscle to blue oval's off-roader. CarReview - drive.com.au ✔ What makes the Everest really special compared to its direct rivals - which includes the likes of the Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and Holden Trailblazer - is its suspension tuning ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert) Addison Lee and Oxbotica ink self-driving deal, will offer autonomous car services in London by 2021 10/21/2018, 11:07:38 PM After undertaking a year-long investigation with Ford and four other mobility specialists on how to build self-driving systems that integrate with London’s existing transport infrastructure, Addison Lee today is announcing the next step in its autonomous strategy. The on-demand ride company &… ✔ That would include shuttle services but potentially other kinds of commercial transportatio...
Post a Comment
Read more

Fashion - SERIES 332 {18 articles}

Why animal prints are prowling the high street 10/21/2018, 5:59:07 AM This autumn’s trend goes beyond fashion as wearers of all ages dare to wear animal print to give them an edge ✔ Everyone seems to be wearing it: the older, the younger, the cool, the less-so ✔ Class and money complicate things further: Mrs Robinson allegedly gave it a pussycat allure while Pat Butcher was seen to make it common ✔ Elegant, knowing, arch – and as stylishly savage as it gets Naomi Campbell hits-out at Hello! magazine for 'whitewashing' London 10/21/2018, 5:40:50 AM The catwalk queen believes there's still a long way to go in the fight for diversity in fashion and advertising ✔ The supermodel said diversity is needed now more than ever (Image: PA) Campbell praised her friend Edward Enninful, who took over as editor of British Vogue last year, for evoking positive change in the industry ✔ She said: I'm more the person that will say better late than never - but it's late ...
Post a Comment
Read more