The annual Education Conference organized by Yedioth Ahronoth and its website Ynet provides the Hebrew-language newspaper with a myriad of juicy quotes about the current political state in the country, and even on the proper way for parents to raise their children. “The leaders are heating up the debate in order to gain political power,” reads the daily’s front page, quoting President Reuven Rivlin, the conference’s keynote speaker.
Day: March 8, 2017
Rubble and ash in Mosul museum retaken from Islamic State
The antiquities museum in the Iraqi city of Mosul is in ruins, with exhibition halls housing piles of rubble and the basement filled with ankle-deep drifts of ash. Associated Press reporters were granted rare access to the museum on Wednesday after Iraqi forces retook it from the Islamic State group earlier this week.
Nottingham Jazz Diary, March 10 to 16, with Jeanie Barton
Jazz meets visual art at a premier screening in the Council House on Friday March 10 at 12.30pm; free entry to Italian artist Roberto Alborghetti’s short film Colours of Nottingham set to my soundtrack Can I Think of Love? Later, Swing and Bass are raising money for My Sight Nottinghamshire who help support blind and partially sighted children and adults. Dress vintage and dance to the UK’s best electro swing DJs from 8pm-3am at Rough Trade.
Attack on military hospital in Afghan capital kills 30
An attack on a military hospital in Afghanistan has killed more than 30 people, the country’s Defence Ministry has said. An Islamic State affiliate claimed Wednesday’s attack on the hospital in Kabul’s heavily guarded diplomatic quarter, which set off clashes that lasted for several hours.
13 of the most influential women to come out of Nottinghamshire
It’s International Women’s Day – and to mark the occasion we’ve listed some of the top women to come from our city and county. We’ve not only looked at women from the past, but also those who are making a mark in a very modern way… Of course, this list is only our opinion, so we’ve provided a form at the bottom for you to tell us who your top Nottinghamshire women are.
Canada’s last Tribal class destroyer taking final tour around Halifax harbour
Ottawa announced over two years ago that HMCS Athabaskan would be retired along with three other Royal Canadian Navy ships. Veterans who served aboard Athabaskan will be aboard the vessel as it completes its last circuit of the port where it was based.
St. FX top party school; CBU comes in at No. 36
When it comes to partying, Cape Breton University has fallen behind its provincial counterparts and many others across the country, according to a McLean’s magazine survey. Late last year the national magazine asked more than 17,000 students how much time they spend partying each week.
Trump said to pick former UN spokesman Grenell for NATO post
President Donald Trump will nominate Richard Grenell to be his ambassador to NATO, according to a White House official, a selection that would make the longtime loyalist and former U.S. spokesman at the United Nations the highest-ranking openly gay person to serve in the administration. Reached by phone on Wednesday, Grenell, 50, declined to comment.
US, China lock horns on missile defense against North Korea
If China was hoping for a concession from the U.S. after recently suspending coal imports from cash-poor North Korea, it got the opposite. The U.S. is starting to deploy a missile defense system in South Korea which the allies say is needed to defend against North Korea.
55% Of Israelis Think Trump Won’t Oppose Settlement Construction
A majority of Israelis believe that President Donald Trump will not oppose settlement construction in the West Bank, a poll new found. Some 55 percent of Jewish Israelis told the monthly Israel Democracy Institute and Tel Aviv University Peace Index they do not believe Trump will oppose settlement construction.
Trent Reznor, Hans Zimmer & Massive Attack Record Music for Banksy’s…
Anonymous street artist Banksy has opened another dystopian destination, The Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem, a commentary on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with a piano bar reportedly featuring music from Trent Reznor ‘s Nine Inch Nails , composer Hans Zimmer and Massive Attack . The project includes an art gallery and hotel in the occupied West Bank city that is being operated by the local community.
Fancy seeing you here! Sisters unite to lead Flora Day dances
Two sisters have spoken of their joy at being asked to begin Helston’s Flora Day celebrations and then bring them to a close. Lisa Robson and Lucy Bassett are the leading ladies in this year’s Early Morning and Evening Dances on May 6, accompanied by their dance partners Shaun Howells and Graham Cook.
Rock Art Discovered in ‘Dark Ages’ Tomb in Israel
Moving 400 tons’ worth of boulders to make a 65-foot-wide tomb is no easy feat. That’s why Israeli archaeologists were impressed to find an ancient burial chamber of that size dating back to the “Dark Ages,” more than 4,000 years ago.
The Latest: Russia unveils plan supporting women’s interests
Women all over the world mark the women’s day with rallies and protests to highlight the… . Women display placards during a rally at the U.S. Embassy to mark International Women’s Day Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Manila, Philippines.
Three mass graves discovered in central Congo: U.N.
Three mass graves have been discovered in central Democratic Republic of Congo, where hundreds have been killed since July in clashes between security forces and a local militia, the top U.N. rights official said on Wednesday. At least 400 people have died and 200,000 have been displaced since the fighting broke out with the Kamuina Nsapu militia.
5 Afghan teens who raped boy to be expelled from Sweden
A Swedish appeals court has overturned a lower court’s ruling and ordered that five Afghan teenagers convicted of the aggravated rape of an underage boy should be expelled from the country. The Uppsala District Court had ruled in December that the teens couldn’t be expelled because they are under 18 and because of the security situation in Afghanistan.
Couple find themselves at a standstill on motorway for three hours after blaze
A COUPLE making their way to Bristol for a birthday theatre trip have spoken of their annoyance at the way the aftermath of a major fire was handled after finding themselves at a standstill for three hours. Mike Windscheffel, 69, from Eldene , was on his way to Bristol on Thursday, February 23 with wife Wendy when they got caught up in the aftermath of the fire that had broken out on a car transporter near Junction 17 for Chippenham earlier that day.
UN chief: Funding, support needed for AU troops in Somalia
The U.N. secretary-general has urged more support for African Union troops in Somalia battling Islamic extremists trying to take over the country. Antonio Guterres said Wednesday that the African Union Mission in Somalia, known as AMISOM, needs consistent funding in order to meet its objectives in fighting terrorism and stabilizing Somalia.
IberiaBank sells $506 million worth of stock to help pay for Sabadell acquisition
Lafayette-based IberiaBank Corp. has closed the public offering of 6.1 million shares of its common stock and will use the $506.3 million raised before expenses to cover part of the acquisition price of Sabadell United Bank. The cash portion of that deal is $803 million.
World Baseball Classic Day 2: Pool B Begins with Cuba Staying Even
After the second day of the World Baseball Classic, the Netherlands knocked Korea farther down in Pool A. Meanwhile, Cuba opened up Pool B with games against China and Japan. With Korea still winless in Pool A following their 5-0 loss to the Kingdom of the Netherlands , Cuba beat China 6-0 after their 11-6 loss to the two-time World Baseball Classic championship team, Japan .
British backpacker held captive and repeatedly raped in Australia released from hospital
The British backpacker who was allegedly held captive and repeatedly raped and beaten in an ordeal lasting over a month has been released from hospital. The 22-year-old woman is recovering with family and friends in Australia after receiving treatment for a host of injuries including facial fractures.
KPC leases KPRL’S facilities as part of wider expansion plan
Under the leasing agreement, KPC will manage KPRL’s existing storage facilities with the two state companies lending their technical expertise and assets towards the realization of the government’s early oil program. Energy Cabinet Secretary Charles Keter said the lease agreement will enable the country shore up its strategic petroleum reserves from the current low of 12 days to 30 days with plans underway to increase the reserves to three months.
Kenya Power begins construction of additional substations
Kenya Power County Manager in Kisii Christopher Omwenga says construction of step-sown sub-stations will ensure constant supply of electricity even in times when a glitch occurs on the main lines. The government has been implementing the Last Mile Connectivity Project that aims at ensuring more homes are connected to power as well as drive a 24 hour economy which largely depends on reliable electricity supply.
Kenya in tough pool – A’ in Vancouver this weekend
The Kenya national rugby sevens team has been handed another tough HSBC Sevens World Series assignment as they seek only their second quarterfinal slot of the season. Having qualified to the main cup quarters only in Cape Town this season, Kenya finds itself in a tough pool ‘A’ in Vancouver this weekend where they play Series leaders South Africa, giants England and Chile.
By Ralf Denke
With digital services and contents becoming a key success factor for our industry as a whole, more hotels will have to make similar courageous decisions, even if they seem risky and costly at first, writes Ralf Denke of Deutsche Hospitality. But the good thing in the online industry is that everything is measurable – helping hoteliers make informed decisions.
New evidence linked to missing Corrie McKeague “can only mean one thing” says mum
New evidence which links a bin lorry to airman Corrie Mckeague disappearance “can only mean one thing” his mum has said. Police were initially told that the weight of a waste pick-up near where Corrie went missing in Bury St Edmunds was 11kg – but after investigation found that the weight was actually 100kg, far higher than initially thought.
US, China lock horns on missile defense against NKorea
In this March 7, 2017, photo, protesters shout slogans during a rally to oppose the plan to deploy the Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense system, or THAAD, in front of the Defense Ministry in Seoul, South Korea. If China was hoping for a concession from the U.S. after recently suspending coal imports from cash-poor North Korea it got the opposite.
8 Cebu lawmakers vote – yes’ to death penalty
MAJORITY of the lawmakers from Cebu voted for the reimposition of the death penalty at the House of Representatives on Tuesday evening, March 7. Among those who voted in favor of the bill were Representatives Peter John Calderon , Wilfredo Caminero , Jonas Cortes , Ramon Durano VI , Gerald Anthony Gullas and Benhur Salimbangon . First district Representative Raul del Mar was the only Cebu lawmaker who opposed the passing of House Bill 4727, which seeks to revive capital punishment for drug-related crimes.
What is ISIS Khorasan module? Everything you need to know
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Monday that ISIS operatives were behind the Bhopal-Ujjain passenger train. The statement comes as a shocker and raises massive safety alarms.
PM Modi in Somnath: ‘Indira Gandhi nationalised banks but didn’t help poor to open accounts’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses during the dedication ceremony of a Four-Lane Extradosed Bridge over the Narmada in Bharuch on Tuesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday criticised former prime minister Indira Gandhi saying she nationalised banks across the country claiming that it was for the betterment of the poor, but did not actually ensure that they had access to banking facilities.
Scarred survivors inspire Italy to combat violence on women
In this photo taken on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017 Lucia Annibali, victim of an acid attack, talks with the Associated Press in Rome. A rebellion against gender violence, slowly taking root in Italian society, marks a stunning turnabout.
Chichester acting students take their show on the road
Experience the glamour of 1940s Hollywood as the University of Chichester takes to the road with a production of the rarely-seen, award-winning musical comedy by Cy Coleman, City Of Angels. Associate lecturer Paul Ackerley said: “Part film-noir detective story and part fish-out-water romantic comedy, it’s loaded with acclaimed songs including Double Talk and You Can Always Count On Me and choreography set to a stunning jazz score played by a professional West End live band.
Iraq vows to target militants in neighboring countries
Iraq’s prime minister says it will continue to target militants in neighboring countries, as it did last month with airstrikes against Islamic State positions in Syria. Addressing a forum in the autonomous Kurdish region on Wednesday, Haider al-Abadi said he “will not hesitate” to target terrorism positions that pose a threat to Iraq from inside neighboring countries, adding that such actions would only be carried out with the consent of the neighboring government.
Germany hopeful relations with Turkey can normalize
Germany’s foreign minister says he hopes a meeting with his Turkish counterpart will help bring relations between the two countries back to normal after tempers flared in the past week. Diplomatic relations have taken a dive since Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Germany of “Nazi practices” after several German municipalities canceled events where Turkish government ministers were to address rallies in support of a national referendum that would give Erdogan more powers.
UPDATE 1-Aluminium producers seek 42 pct hike in Q2 premium from Japan buyers-sources
Three global aluminum producers have offered Japanese buyers a premium of $135 per ton for shipments in the April to June quarter, up 42 percent from the previous quarter, three sources directly involved in the pricing talks said on Wednesday. The offer, if accepted, would mark the second quarterly increase in a row.
Saudi Arabia, Russia Offer United Front on Oil Cuts
Saudi Arabia and Russia, the architects of an oil production cut that has stabilized prices, presented a united front on compliance just as rising U.S. inventories have sparked doubts about the OPEC and non-OPEC deal. Khalid Al-Falih, the Saudi energy minister, acknowledged that global crude inventories aren’t draining as quickly as he expected, opening the door for an extension of the production cuts into the second half of the year.
Man charged with kidnapping and raping British backpacker in Australia named
The man suspected of holding a British backpacker captive and repeatedly raping and beating her during a two-month ordeal has been named. Queensland’s Department of Justice identified Marcus Martin, 22, as the man charged with kidnapping the UK tourist, also 22. The woman, who was treated in hospital for facial fractures, faces a wait to return to the UK due to her passport allegedly being damaged by the suspect.
Skiers carve their names in snow resort history with wedding at top of mountain
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Saudi Forces Kill One Daesh Member In Raid On Terror Cells
Saudi Interior Ministry announced Wednesday that Saudi forces had killed a Daesh member and arrested another in Riyadh, Saudi Press Agency reported, according to China’s Xinhua news agency. The ministry spokesperson highlighted that the incident occurred when the police deployed to a furnished apartment in Riyadh to deal with a man suspected to be a member in the terrorist group on Tuesday.