Mehdi Zeyghami, photographed here at a solar power plant operated by the University of South Florida, learned Monday he may lose his shot at a Ph.D. from USF because he traveled back to Iran to care for his mother. An executive order from President Donald Trump bars Iranians from entering the United States for 90 days.
Month: January 2017
Lurgan mourns the sudden death of another young man
Tiernan, a former pupil of St Paul’s Junior High School and the Southern Regional College, was from the Derrymacash area.
Westbury suffers spate of mindless vandalism
The first incident happened at around 11pm, causing the outer double glazing pane to smash, and the second happened just a few minutes later at another house further down the road, also causing it to smash. During the early hours of Wednesday, January 25, a pellet was fired at a window in Eden Vale Road, leaving a hole in the outer pane of glass.
10 practical ways you can help the homeless as number of people sleeping rough goes up
The number of people sleeping rough on the streets has sharply increased – but there are practical ways you can help. Photo: Getty With figures showing the number of people sleeping rough has sharply increased, and one south London borough being among the worst in the country, we look at how you can help.
How to bring hotel chic home
This undated photo provided by The Monacelli Press shows the cover of the book “Hotel Chic at Home” by Sara Bliss. This undated photo provided by The Monacelli Press shows the cover of the book “Hotel Chic at Home” by Sara Bliss.
Why has Barcelona had enough of its tourists?
The level of tourism in Barcelona has led to rent prices and property purchases becoming more expensive, which has driven locals out of being able to afford living in their own city centre. In a city centre poll carried out last year, residents said that tourism was its biggest problem, with unemployment in second place.
Hate crimes spike in Montreal after Quebec City mosque shooting
There have been 14 reports of hate crimes in Montreal since the Quebec City mosque shooting Sunday, said Montreal police chief Philippe Pichet . From May to December last year, there were 55 reported hate crimes; a 20 per cent increase from 2015 to 2016.
Signs Of Generational Split As Tough Talk Rattles Young People
Whether it is stocking up on weapons, proposing to redraw borders, or simply a claim like the one made this month by Serbian President Tomislav Nikolic about being ready to send in troops if Serbs in Kosovo are threatened, the Balkans feels once again like a powder keg. Then Nikolic doubled-down on his comments, telling reporters, “If the need arises, I will go to war myself, along with my sons.”
Ivan Bender’s contributions to Maryland’s success have been understated, just like him
Senior center Damonte Dodd had difficulty hanging onto a number of would-be assists from Melo Trimble on Saturday at Minnesota . Junior Michal Cekovsky was still having issues with his timing and conditioning in his second game back after missing more than a month with a foot injury.
Habs-Leafs, Bettman-Goodenow: CP looks at some of the most heated NHL rivalries
Hockey evokes passion from players and fans alike. From the ice, to the stands, and even into the boardroom, there have been many heated NHL rivalries.
Habs-Leafs, Bettman-Goodenow: CP looks at some of the most heated NHL rivalries
Hockey evokes passion from players and fans alike. From the ice, to the stands, and even into the boardroom, there have been many heated NHL rivalries.
EU chief sees Trump announcements as threats
The leader of the European Union put longtime ally the United States in a “threat” category on Tuesday, insisting that President Donald Trump is contributing to the “highly unpredictable” outlook for the bloc. In a letter to 27 EU leaders before Friday’s summit in Malta, EU President Donald Tusk mentioned the Trump administration as part of an external “threat” together with China, Russia, radical Islam, war and terror.
Man who beheaded Greyhound bus passenger seeking discharge: family
The mother of a man beheaded by a fellow bus passenger in Manitoba says her son’s killer is seeking an absolute discharge nine years after he was found not criminally responsible. Carol de Delley says she has been told by justice officials that Vince Li – who now goes by the name Will Baker – will ask the Criminal Code Review Board for a discharge at a hearing Feb. 6. In a social media post, de Delley says that means no conviction will be registered and he won’t be required to follow any conditions.
Man who beheaded Greyhound bus passenger seeking discharge: family
The mother of a man beheaded by a fellow bus passenger in Manitoba says her son’s killer is seeking an absolute discharge nine years after he was found not criminally responsible. Carol de Delley says she has been told by justice officials that Vince Li – who now goes by the name Will Baker – will ask the Criminal Code Review Board for a discharge at a hearing Feb. 6. In a social media post, de Delley says that means no conviction will be registered and he won’t be required to follow any conditions.
The Latest: Dutch populist lawmaker praises Trumpa s bans
The Latest on President Donald Trump, his travel ban on seven Muslim-majority countries and other immigration actions : The Netherlands’ firebrand anti-Islam lawmaker Geert Wilders has clashed in Parliament with the Dutch foreign minister over U.S. President Donald Trump’s travel ban for people from seven Muslim nations. In a debate Tuesday, Wilders – seen by many as a Dutch equivalent of Trump – paid tribute to the new U.S. leader, saying, “Finally America has a president, finally a country in the West has a president, who not only lives up to his promises but who says ‘the freedom of my citizens is more important than anything.’
The Latest: Dutch populist lawmaker praises Trumpa s bans
The Latest on President Donald Trump, his travel ban on seven Muslim-majority countries and other immigration actions : The Netherlands’ firebrand anti-Islam lawmaker Geert Wilders has clashed in Parliament with the Dutch foreign minister over U.S. President Donald Trump’s travel ban for people from seven Muslim nations. In a debate Tuesday, Wilders – seen by many as a Dutch equivalent of Trump – paid tribute to the new U.S. leader, saying, “Finally America has a president, finally a country in the West has a president, who not only lives up to his promises but who says ‘the freedom of my citizens is more important than anything.’
Democrat Hacks Sets Record for Delaying President Trump’s Appointees
The Daily Signal noted that this obstructionism from Democrats was “unprecedented” and Sen. McConnell reiterated the same point during a floor speech last week: “I urge colleagues to remember that we worked with the administration of former President Obama after he was first inaugurateda We confirmed seven members of his Cabinet the day he took office, and nearly the entire Cabinet was filled within two weeks.” U.S. Senate Democrats on Tuesday boycotted a planned committee vote on two of President Donald Trump’s nominees, Steve Mnuchin to be Treasury Secretary and Tom Price to head the Health and Human Services department, making it impossible for the vote to go forward.
Democrat Hacks Sets Record for Delaying President Trump’s Appointees
The Daily Signal noted that this obstructionism from Democrats was “unprecedented” and Sen. McConnell reiterated the same point during a floor speech last week: “I urge colleagues to remember that we worked with the administration of former President Obama after he was first inaugurateda We confirmed seven members of his Cabinet the day he took office, and nearly the entire Cabinet was filled within two weeks.” U.S. Senate Democrats on Tuesday boycotted a planned committee vote on two of President Donald Trump’s nominees, Steve Mnuchin to be Treasury Secretary and Tom Price to head the Health and Human Services department, making it impossible for the vote to go forward.
Senate Democrats boycotting HHS, Treasury nominees
In a surprise turn of events, Senate Democrats announced Tuesday morning that they are boycotting a committee vote on two of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees, drawing fury from Republicans across the aisle. The Senate Finance Committee was set to vote on the nominations of Rep. Tom Price to lead the Department of Health and Human Services and Steve Mnuchin for Treasury Secretary.
Senate Democrats boycotting HHS, Treasury nominees
In a surprise turn of events, Senate Democrats announced Tuesday morning that they are boycotting a committee vote on two of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees, drawing fury from Republicans across the aisle. The Senate Finance Committee was set to vote on the nominations of Rep. Tom Price to lead the Department of Health and Human Services and Steve Mnuchin for Treasury Secretary.
Prince Albert says Grace Kelly’s home will reopen in 2018
This undated file photo shows Grace Kelly. Kelly’s son, Prince Albert of Monaco, told People magazine for a story published online on Jan. 30, 2017, that the Philadelphia home where the Oscar-winning actress grew up will reopen to the public in 2018 or earlier.
Prince Albert says Grace Kelly’s home will reopen in 2018
This undated file photo shows Grace Kelly. Kelly’s son, Prince Albert of Monaco, told People magazine for a story published online on Jan. 30, 2017, that the Philadelphia home where the Oscar-winning actress grew up will reopen to the public in 2018 or earlier.
Azerbaijan inks co-op docs with Belarus, Namibia customs bodies
Azerbaijan’s State Customs Committee signed documents with the State Customs Committee of Belarus and the Directorate of Customs and Excise of Namibia’s Finance Ministry. Aydin Aliyev, head of the Azerbaijani State Customs Committee, and Yuri Senko, chairman of the State Customs Committee of Belarus, signed a joint statement on cooperation in personnel training.
Azerbaijan inks co-op docs with Belarus, Namibia customs bodies
Azerbaijan’s State Customs Committee signed documents with the State Customs Committee of Belarus and the Directorate of Customs and Excise of Namibia’s Finance Ministry. Aydin Aliyev, head of the Azerbaijani State Customs Committee, and Yuri Senko, chairman of the State Customs Committee of Belarus, signed a joint statement on cooperation in personnel training.
Global Power Rental Accessories Market 2017-2021 – New Report Available
Rental power is used to meet peak load demand, base load supply, or as a standby. The need to provide uninterrupted power is a major factor driving the growth of the global power rental accessories market.
Monthly Global Upstream Review, September 2016 – Marginal Upturn in Global Production Outlook
Fast Market Research recommends “Monthly Global Upstream Review, September 2016 – Marginal Upturn in Global Production Outlook” from GlobalData, now available Global oil and gas production is expected to increase by 1.7% over the next four years. The persistently low crude prices continue to constrict capex spending on the planned oil and gas projects.
Have We Reached Peak Hissy Fit With The Late Night Hosts?
I admit it. I’m a night owl. Producing the Hugh Hewitt Show, and for decades well before that, going back to the Johnny Carson era, I’ve had a weak spot for late night television.
17:38 7 troops killed in fighting in eastern Ukraine
Fighting between government troops and Russia-backed separatist rebels in eastern Ukraine escalated on Tuesday, killing at least seven people overnight, injuring many more and briefly trapping more than 200 coalminers underground, the warring sides said, reports the Associated Press . Rebels in Donetsk said an electricity sub-station was damaged in shelling, cutting power to the Zasyadko coal mine in Donetsk.
UN children agency seeks $3.3 billion in support in 2017
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Auryn discovers over 1.8km strike length of new gold-in-soil anomalies at Huilacollo
Auryn Resources Inc. is pleased to provide an exploration update from it’s Huilacollo epithermal gold oxide project in the Tacna province of Peru. Two new gold-in-soil anomalies were defined in the southern half of the project area that are 1300 meters by 250 meters and 550 meters by 150 meters, respectively .
17:30 Ulaanbaatar Traffic Police provided with smoke masks
Traffic police in the smog-covered Mongolian capital, are now wearing protective face masks while on duty, reports news.mn. According to the MNS 4585:2016 standard, the nitrogen dioxide NO2 level should be 50mkg/m3 in the air; however, traffic police officers inhale more than three to four times this amount of NO2 .
Armenia’s population stands at 2,986,500 people
YEREVAN, January 31. / ARKA /. Armenia’s permanent population as of January 1, 2017 stood at 2.986.5 million people, by 12,100 people less from the year before, according to the National Statistical Service .
Urban Monk Pandit Dasa to Speak at World Government Summit in Dubai
Pandit Dasa, who at one point lived as a millionaire in Los Angeles, decided to become a monk in New York City, living with minimal possessions. Now he spends his time helping fast-paced, high-stressed corporate professionals remain mindful and maintain their composure during high-pressure situations.
Azuri Partners with NDPHC to Launch PayGo Solar in Nigeria
Azuri is delighted to announce a partnership with the Niger Delta Power Holding Company to launch its PayGo Solar Home Systems in Nigeria, to deliver affordable, clean energy to 20,000 rural households living without electricity. Azuri’s PayGo Solar Home systems include four bulbs providing up to 8 hours of lighting, a radio and a USB port for charging mobile phones.
Fact Or Fiction? Even When It Comes To Food, It’s Hard To Tell With Rasputin
He was Russia’s Mad Monk. A pale, bearded, wiry, horny, green-eyed debauch who was the preeminent power broker of the Romanov dynasty in its waning years.
Israel media: Army orders residents out of West Bank outpost
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Capita Conferences’ Child Protection Event is Announced for the 19th April in Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom, January 31, 2017 — — With the Child Protection Improvement Programme reviewing policy, practice, services and structures, this event is timed to provide the latest best practice and effective child protection provision. Following the review of the Named Person Scheme pilots as part of GIRFEC approach to improving outcomes, this is an opportunity to hear from the Scottish Government, the Children and Young People’s Commissioner for Scotland and ICO about the progress of child protection and protocol surrounding data protection.
Greek authorities probing 3 migrant deaths on island camp
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Capita Conferences Announce Details of Their Alternative Provision…
London, United Kingdom, January 31, 2017 — — This national Alternative Provision in Education Conference discusses how to commission high quality alternative provision , ensuring that students from all backgrounds receive an education that supports their individual needs and helps them to reach their full potential. Delegates can bench mark their provision and explore successful pathways to creating a curriculum that allows access to qualifications.
Handwriting analysis: Walesa helped Polish secret police
In this file photo taken in Gdansk, Poland, April 6, 2016, Poland’s former president and legendary Solidarity freedom movement founder Lech Walesa acts with expression as he repeats his denials to allegations that he collaborated with the communist regime and talks about the “crisis of democracy” during an interview with The Associated Press at his … (more)