Nominations for the 89th Academy Awards were announced Tuesday morning and there was good news for Canadians – including Ryan Gosling , Denis Villeneuve , Patrice Vermette – as well as the Quebec-shot film Arrival . “How Far I’ll Go” from the movie Moana , earned a Best Original Song nomination .
Day: January 24, 2017
Official: Taliban launch nearly 19,000 attacks in 10 months
An Afghan Defense Ministry official says the Taliban have launched nearly 19,000 attacks throughout the country in the last 10 months. By comparison the Afghan National Security Forces carried out roughly 700 counter-insurgency operations during the same period.
Australia pushes for TPP without US after Trump exits deal
Australia is leading a push to salvage a Pacific trade deal after President Donald Trump formally withdrew as a signatory to the 12-nation accord. Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said he discussed the deal on Monday night with Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe, and held talks with the leaders of New Zealand and Singapore.
Togo v Congo DR
Attempt missed. Razak Boukari right footed shot from outside the box misses to the right.
Togo v Congo DR
Attempt missed. Razak Boukari right footed shot from outside the box misses to the right.
What Trump needs to build his ‘Giant Wall’
What Trump needs to build his ‘Giant Wall’ Trump will need a big lift from Congress to build his border wall. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2kqi3C3 President Trump has promised to build his “giant wall,” but it will take a lot of help to make it a reality.
Goldman Fights Back in Suit Against Indonesian Businessman
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. filed a $1 billion counterclaim against an Indonesian businessman over ownership of shares in the company he manages. The U.S. bank is seeking damages to its reputation stemming from Benny Tjokrosaputro’s 15 trillion rupiah lawsuit alleging that it improperly obtained a stake in property developer PT Hanson International.
Oil Rises Above $53 as Iraq Says Close to Full OPEC Cut Pledge
U.S. oil advanced to trade above $53 a barrel as Iraq said it’s close to implementing its share of pledged output curbs agreed with OPEC to trim bloated global inventories. Futures rose as much as 1 percent in New York after dropping 0.9 percent on Monday.
A Middle East Peace Agenda for 2017
Ongoing conflicts in Iraq, Libya, Syria, and Yemen are affecting the rest of the world, by exporting terrorism and refugees. In the coming year, it will be incumbent upon those countries that have managed to avoid armed conflict to preserve their relative stability, so that they can help restore stability to the entire region.
NATO, Pentagon Chiefs Discuss Military Budgets, Terrorism
NATO’s chief and new U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis have discussed military spending and combating terrorism, the source of criticism of the alliance by President Donald Trump. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg’s office said Tuesday that the two men “agreed on the fundamental and enduring value of NATO for the security of both Europe and North America.”
Council votes to end free vaccines
A community immunisation program has been axed by the Devonport City Council, based on dwindling numbers and the cost to run it. The aldermen voted at Monday’s council meeting to end the monthly immunisation sessions provided free to the community at the East Devonport Recreation Centre.
One-handed marksman doesn’t let disability prevent him from reaching his target
Competitive shooter Graeme Foote, who was born without a right hand, lines up a shot through a scope on his Remington 790 precision rifle, at a range in Abbotsford, B.C., on Sunday January 15, 2017. Graeme Foote, who was born without most of his right hand, is a rising talent in precision-rifle shooting.
As Australians we’re all in this together
Many a civic version of Advance Australia Fair will get sung at citizenship ceremonies and some pretty tuneless attempts at barbecues. A few of the more lively renditions will be performed by Aussies with flag stickers plastered on their faces and with a drink in one hand and a chop or snag in the other.
Four stories in the news today, Jan. 24
The abrupt turnaround in Canada-U.S. relations is dominating discussions as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the federal cabinet hold a retreat in Calgary. Today, the final day of the retreat, is also expected to feature a panel discussion with Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi, Calgary police Chief Roger Chaffin and representatives from local community organizations, followed by a town hall later at the University of Calgary.
Pet pigeons take flight in Iraq’s Mosul as militants retreat
For the first time in over two years, flocks of white and grey pigeons can be seen circling Mosul’s rooftops. Among the many rules imposed by the Islamic State group when it seized the northern Iraqi city was a ban on breeding or flying the birds, which many Iraqis keep as pets or raise for food.
Canada can forge ties with Trump while sticking up for values, Hajdu says
Federal Labour Minister Patty Hajdu says it’s possible to forge a strong relationship with the new U.S. government while standing up for values that may be at odds with those of the Trump administration. The abrupt turnaround in Canada-U.S. relations is dominating discussions as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the federal cabinet hold two-day retreat in Calgary.
Samsung Looks to Repair Consumer Trust
Samsung’s apology and diagnosis of the Galaxy Note 7’s battery problems marked the company’s most concerted attempt to move past its biggest recent crisis, but concerns over product safety could continue to weigh on its brand. At an event in Seoul this week, Samsung blamed the overheating of its Galaxy Note 7 smartphones on problems with the manufacturing and design of the device’s batteries.
Oil Prices Rise as OPEC Output Cuts Drain Supply
Oil prices rose on Tuesday on evidence the global market was tightening as lower production by OPEC and other exporters drained stocks, but an increase in drilling in the United States could keep a lid on prices. Benchmark Brent crude was up 40 cents at $55.63 a barrel by 0840 GMT.
Asian Nations Try to Save TPP Trade Deal
Australia and New Zealand said on Tuesday they hope to salvage the Trans-Pacific Partnership by encouraging China and other Asian nations to join the trade pact after U.S. President Donald Trump kept his promise to pull out of the accord. The TPP, which the United States had signed but not ratified, was a pillar of former U.S. President Barack Obama’s policy to pivot to Asia.
Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP
Australia is refocusing on a post-TPP multilateral trade bloc with a Chinese rather than US centrepiece, which could mean potentially painful decisions if tensions over disputed islands in the South China Sea escalate into a confrontation. Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull suggested China could replace the United States in the Trans Pacific Partnership trade bloc, hours after the White House vowed to confront Beijing over disputed islands in the South China Sea.
Politicians woo farming lobby ahead of Brexit trigger
There has been a sudden burst of interest from top Scottish politicians in this year’s NFU Scotland’s AGM, annual dinner and conference in Glasgow in a fortnight’s time. If a six-way battle for inclusion in the organisation’s own top team wasn’t enough excitement to fuel the two-day event, the ongoing battle for hearts and minds over the Brexit issue has also galvanised big hitters from the Scottish Parliament to take the opportunity to address what is likely to be the farming industry’s most talked-about bash of the year.
Rwanda: Kagame Assures Diplomats Peaceful Presidential Elections
President Kagame has told members of the diplomatic corps that presidential elections slated for August 4, 2017 will be conducted in a fair, transparent and peaceful way as others had been held before in the country. “We are looking forward to a constructive and meaningful election later this year marking an important period of consolidation for our country.
Rio Tinto raises $US2.5 billion from sale of NSW coal assets to Yancoal Australia
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South Africa: Cyril Ramaphosa Is Not Going to Be President – Malema
EFF leader Julius Malema has weighed in on the ANC succession debate ahead of the ruling party’s 54th national elective conference in December. Malema was speaking to journalists at the EFF headquarters in Johannesburg following the freedom fighters’ plenary meeting at the weekend.
Boy, 13, in hospital after being hit by car in Fife
The ambulance service said the 13-year-old was taken to the Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy and that he was in a stable condition.
CEO of Dubai airport offers to help Trump, US improve hubs
Dubai International Airport would welcome a call from the Trump administration on ways to improve American airports, the CEO of the Mideast hub said on Tuesday as it retained the title of the world’s busiest for international travel. Paul Griffiths said the Dubai airport, the home of long-haul carrier Emirates and often lauded by U.S. President Donald Trump during his campaign, saw 83.6 million passengers in 2016.