In this Dec, 6, 2016 file photo, Lee Jae-yong, a vice chairman of Samsung Electronics Co. arrives for hearing at the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea.
Month: January 2017
US transfers 10 Guantanamo prisoners to Oman
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Oman said Monday it accepted 10 inmates from the U.S. prison at Guantanamo Bay ahead of President Barack Obama leaving office, part of his efforts to shrink the facility he promised to close. There was no immediate word from the U.S. Defense Department about the transfer.
Sport24.co.za | Dolly saga: Sundowns release statement
Mamelodi Sundowns released the email that they received on August 25, 2016, from Brian Marwood, Managing Director of City Football Services inviting Keagan Dolly to the Manchester City Football Academy. Dolly is currently in a legal battle with the Chloorkop side over his buyout clause, which has been amended by Sundowns.
A look at how Trump might shake things up in Asia
In this Jan. 13, 2017 file photo, President-elect Donald Trump speaks with reporters in the lobby of Trump Tower in New York. Trump has offered views on U.S. relations with Asia that could indicate radical shifts in long-standing policy toward the region.
South Korean prosecutors seek to arrest Samsung heir
DECEMBER 06: Lee Jae-Yong, vice chairman of Samsung leaves to adjourn for lunch during a parliamentary hearing over the Choi Soon-sil gate probe at the National Assembly on December 6, 2016 in Seoul, South Korea. South Korea started the parliament hearing with leaders of nine South Korean conglomerates including Samsung, Hyundai and Lotte over the tens of millions of dollars given to foundations controlled by Ms Park’s friend Choi Soon-sil, the woman at the center of the scandal.
Merkel or Putin: Trump won’t be drawn on who he trusts more
Days away from being sworn in as US President, Donald Trump isn’t saying who he trusts more — German Chancellor Angela Merkel, a longtime US ally, or Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump called it a draw — at least for now, in a joint interview conducted on Friday by German publication Bild and the Times of London.
Kyrgyzstan plane crash: Dozens killed when 747 hits village
At least 37 people were killed when a Turkish cargo plane crashed into a village in Kyrgyzstan, according to a statement from Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations. “The number of victims is increasing quickly,” Elira Sharipova, a spokeswoman for Kyrgyzstan’s Emergency Ministry told CNN.
Building boom expected to ebb
New home construction in Kelowna surged an astounding 72 per cent in 2016, but it’s expected to fall back this year. “The pent-up demand has been satisfied to some extent, so 2017’s forecast definitely calls for a moderation from 2016,” said Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation market analyst Taylor Pardy.
Hellenic League: Battling Bassett win on the road
ROYAL Wootton Bassett Town gritted their teeth and hauled themselves to a fine away victory at Highmoor-Ibis on Saturday. Goals from Dale Richards and Steve Robertson, as well as a determined defensive display in difficult conditions, delivered a second successive three-point haul for Rich Hunter’s men, who are ninth in the Hellenic League Premier Division.
BRIEF-TechnipFMC secures AMF approval of its prospectus for listing its shares on Euronext Paris
TOKYO, Jan 16 Japan’s Nikkei share average fell on Monday to its lowest level in more than two weeks, hurt as the yen appreciated on concerns Britain might make a “hard” exit by from the European Union.
Organic Shop is back with the ‘Organic Loot’
Jaipur, Rajasthan , Jan. 16 : After the success of its previous two editions in 2014 and 2015, the third edition is all set to raise the bar higher with discounts up to 85 percent on categories like clothing, food, beauty care, health and wellness and home and garden. With the growing demand for organics and massive response from its previous two editions, this year the Loot is planned for two days from January 19 to 20, 2017 with heavy discounts on all products.
India vs England: Kedar Jadhav played an unbelievable knock, says Virat Kohli28 min ago
Pune, Jan 16: Indian captain Virat Kohli heaped praise on his young team-mate Kedar Jadhav for his “outstanding” knock of 76-ball 120 in the first ODI against England, describing it as one of the best calculative innings he had seen. Kohli and Jadhav, whose 120 was his career-best, smashed brilliant hundreds to help India chase down the stiff target of 351 for a three-wicket win in the first of the three-match ODI series here last night.
Afghan Senators call on President Ashraf Ghani to dissolve High Peace Council4 min ago
Kabul , Jan. 16 : Senators from Upper House of Parliament in Afghanistan have asked President Ashraf Ghani to dissolve the High Peace Council following the insensitive remarks made by former HPC advisor Abdul Hakim Mujahid. According to the senators, those who call the Taliban peace angels and say they are a sacred group are disrespecting all civilians killed by the Taliban, reports the Tolo News.
Navjot Singh Sidhu says a ita s my ghar wapsia as he formally joins Congress 53 mins ago
Navjot Singh Sidhu says ‘it’s my ghar wapsi’ as he formally joins Congress, refuses to speak on Narendra Modi New Delhi, Jan 16: Former Bharatiya Janata Party MP Navjot Singh Sidhu on Monday formally joined Congress. Addressing a press conference along with Congress leader Ajay Maken and Asha Kumari, Navjot Singh Sidhu said he is a born Congressman.
Jallikattu Live Update: Villagers make black ‘rangoli’ in support of…
Chennai, Jan 16: Despite Supreme Court ban, Jallikattu supporters continued to hold the sport in various parts of Tamil Nadu. Locals in Alanganallur in Tamil Nadu’s Madurai district conducted the bull taming sport on Monday morning.
Church builds for next 100 years
A HISTORIC church which had its foundation stone laid 120 years ago this October is hoping ongoing restoration will ensure it remains standing for another century. In 1897 scores of parishioners attended the laying ceremony for St Catherine’s Church which marked the building of new and much needed church in Horwich .
India’s political heartland Uttar Pradesh all set for seven-phased 17th assembly election6 min ago
New Delhi , Jan. 16 : The stage is set for the Uttar Pradesh elections, which will be held in seven phases between February and March this year. The politically crucial state of Uttar Pradesh is all set to witness a tough fight between the ruling Samajwadi Party, Bahujan Samaj Party and the Bharatiya Janata Party in the upcoming 17th state assembly elections.
Retired Yorkshire doctors launch petition over national NHS managers
A GROUP of retired Yorkshire consultants has launched a petition calling for the resignation of national NHS leaders as the crisis in the health service continues. The doctors say the blame for the major issues should lie with NHS England and not hospitals and health workers.
The Latest: Venus says Serena is leading the way, again
Australia’s Destanee Aiava reaches to play a forehand to Germany’s Mona Barthel during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Monday, Jan. 16, 2017. Germany’s Mona Barthel plays a shot to Australia’s Destanee Aiava during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Monday, Jan. 16, 2017.
South Korea prosecutors accuse Samsung chief of bribery, seek arrest
South Korea’s special prosecutor’s office said on Monday it was seeking a warrant to arrest the head of Samsung Group , the country’s largest conglomerate, accusing him of paying multi-million dollar bribes to a friend of President Park Geun-hye. Samsung Electronics vice chairman Jay Y. Lee arrives to attend a hearing at the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea, December 6, 2016.
‘I’m pretty good at this,’ says victorious Venus
Venus Williams survived a rocky start to reach the second round of her 17th Australian Open on Monday, putting her 7-6 7-5 victory over Kateryna Kozlova down to hard-earned experience. Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – 16/1/17 Venus Williams of the U.S. reacts after winning her Women’s singles first round match against Ukraine’s Kateryna Kozlova.
Angry Birds maker Rovio opens new games studio in London
Finnish mobile games and animation company Rovio Entertainment said on Monday it was stepping up its hunt for new hit games by opening a studio in London to focus on new multiplayer games that would not rely on the firm’s Angry Birds brand. An employee works inside an office of Rovio, the company which created the video game Angry Birds, in Shanghai June 20, 2012.
Kremlin counts days to Trump’s inauguration, blasts Obama
In this Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017 file photo Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with Russian prosecutors in Moscow, Russia. Careful not to hurt chances for a thaw in U.S.-Russia relations, President Vladimir Putin and other Russian officials have deferred questions about their plans for future contacts with Trump and any agenda for those talks until he takes office on Friday, Jan. 20, 2017.
Charities receive more than $34,000 from the ASB Classic
Through the ASB Rally for Charity initiative, the tennis tournament generated $18,090 for Ronald McDonald House Charities New Zealand to help meet the growing demand for its accommodation services across the country. ASB Rally for Charity saw some of the best tennis players in the world help raise the money on their best rallies on centre court.
‘Thank you NZ for buying this beach,’ say visitors to Awaroa Bay
In February 2016, nearly 40,000 Kiwis opened their wallets to buy a slice of New Zealand heaven, Awaroa Bay. Fast forward to January 2017 and the beach – tucked away in the northern reaches of Abel Tasman National Park – is now in its first summer of public ownership since the July handover.
Minute’s silence to be observed in Greymouth on Thursday to mark 1967 Strongman Mine disaster
Accompanied by a clergyman, mourners leave the mass grave of the 19 miners killed in the Strongman Mine disaster on January 19, 1967. Photo / New Zealand Herald archive A minute’s silence will be observed in Greymouth on Thursday to mark the 50th anniversary of the 1967 Strongman Mine disaster which claimed 19 lives.
Ap Photos: Editor selections from the past week in Asia
In this Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017 photo, anglers throw lines on a river during a trout catching contest in Hwacheon, South Korea. The contest is part of an annual ice festival which draws over 1,000,000 visitors every year.
Welcome home
THIS WAY BOYS: North Albury co-coach Clinton Gilson will lead the Hoppers with Daniel Leslie. Gilson will fill the off-field mentoring role, while Leslie will coach on the field.
Indonesia, Japan discuss maritime security, railway project
Indonesia and Japan have agreed to step up maritime security and start discussions on a major railway project to link the Southeast Asian nation’s capital and second-biggest city, the leaders of both countries said on Sunday. Japan has historically been one of Indonesia’s biggest investors, but was dealt a blow in 2015 when President Joko Widodo’s government awarded China a high-speed train project linking Jakarta with the city of Bandung in West Java.
UAE, British in naval exercise amid Gulf tensions with Iran
Naval forces of the United Arab Emirates and Britain have started an exercise amid Gulf Arab countries’ continued tensions with Iran. The UAE sits near the mouth of the Persian Gulf and near the strategic narrow Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly a third of all oil traded by sea passes.
Demonetisation hits Indo-Bangla trade fair
Siliguri , Jan. 16 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s demonetisation decision has hit the Indo-Bangladesh trade fair in Siliguri, Darjeeling. [NK India] The eight-day long trade fair, organized by Bangladesh Export bureau permitted-Wren Business globally, showcased mainly garments, electronics, food items, melamine, sarees and world famous Ilish fish.
BSF seizes Bangladesh bound contraband bottles in Agartala
Agartala , Jan. 16 : A large number of Bangladesh bound banned contraband bottles were seized by the Border Security Force near Agartala during a joint operation along with customs department. [NK India] Acting on information by source of N. P. Singh, DC BSF Gokulnagar, the joint operation was planned by BSF troops of 195 Battalion of BOP Nischintpur and G Officials of BSF Sector Gokulnagar along with DPF Custom Agartala.
Sharif to attend World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting at Davos
Islamabad [Pakistan], Jan. 16 : Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will participate in the World Economic Forum ‘s Annual Meeting at Davos in Switzerland. [NK World] The meeting will be held from 17 to 20 January, 2017.
Nepal Foreign Minister to arrive on two-day India visit
New Delhi , Jan. 15 : Nepal Foreign Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat will tomorrow arrive in India on a two-day official visit. [NK World] He will also meet Minister of State for External Affairs General V.K. Singh on Tuesday at South Block and will later take part in the 2nd Edition of Raisina Dialogue organised at the Taj Palace here.
Pak Army Chief suggests border management mechanism, intelligence cooperation with Afghanistan
Islamabad [Pakistan], Jan. 16 : Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has suggested a robust border management mechanism and intelligence cooperation with Afghanistan to put an end to movement of terrorists across the border. [NK World] General Bajwa held a telephone conversation with Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani on Sunday to condole the loss of lives in recent terror attacks in the country.
Protection of minorities is top most priority of government: Pak Minister
Karachi [Pakistan], Jan. 16 : Pakistan’s Human Rights Minister Kamran Michael has said that the promotion and protection of minorities is the top most priority of the government, adding that the bright future for the country can only be ensured by providing justice to the oppressed sector of society. [NK World] He was addressing the gathering of minority community and employees of the PIA here in Karachi on Sunday.
NBA: League eyes growth in Mexico, looks at possible franchise
Britain Basketball – Denver Nuggets v Indiana Pacers – NBA Global Games London 2017 – The 02 Arena, London, England – 12/1/17 NBA Commissioner Adam Silver during the press conference ahead of the game Reuters / Matthew Childs Livepic NBA games have been played in Mexico for a quarter of a century and the league, eager to grow the sport worldwide, is “going to look at” the possibility of establishing a franchise in that country, according to commissioner Adam Silver. Silver said on Saturday when the Phoenix Suns played their second of two games in a week in the Mexican capital that there were no immediate plans to expand the NBA and the next step should be to increase the regular-season games in the region.
Six-Hour Meeting of Chinese Tycoons Eases LeEco Cash Crunch
It took Jia Yueting just over six hours in December to snag $2.2 billion from a Chinese real estate mogul to keep LeEco afloat.
Billionaire Li Ka-Shing Sweetens Duet Offer to $5.5 Billion
Billionaire Li Ka-shing agreed to buy Duet Group in a A$7.4 billion deal, sweetening an earlier offer, as the Hong Kong tycoon seeks to expand his infrastructure assets in Australia to diversify away from Europe. In the revised bid, endorsed by Duet, investors will receive A$3.03 for each share in the energy company after including a newly announced special dividend of 3 cents a share, according to statements from the companies.
$1m Lotto prize remains unclaimed after a month
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