Mosul fight resumes after two-week lull

Iraqi security forces on Thursday resumed an offensive to rid eastern Mosul from the Islamic State after a two-week pause, an Iraqi army official said. Iraqi officials brought in reinforcements to aid the Iraqi army, police and elite counter-terrorism forces during the pause in the offensive.

Chinese oil metric paints mixed demand picture

A metric used to gauge Chinese oil demand was slightly higher than last year, though there are signs economic performance is slowing, an industry report said. According to economists with the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, Chinese gross domestic product will average 6.7 percent growth for 2016 and 6.2 percent in 2017.

Berlin market attack suspect ‘was investigated over fraud’

Prosecutors in western Germany have revealed they opened a fraud investigation earlier this year against Anis Amri, the main suspect in the Berlin Christmas market truck attack. Prosecutors in western Germany have revealed they opened a fraud investigation earlier this year against Anis Amri, the main suspect in the Berlin Christmas market truck attack.

North Korea issues guidelines to prevent spread of H5N6 bird flu

The North Korean government is increasingly concerned over the growing avian influenza epidemic in East Asia, state-run media indicatedon Thursday. But preventive methods issuedby media remain primitive, suggesting that an outbreakof H7N9 avian flu – which has a 40 percent fatality rate – in the country could have a disastrous effect.

Most-watched Clean Cuts, UTubers of 2016

An adorable 3-year-old Latter-day Saint who shared her testimony of Jesus Christ through song, a haka that reduced a New Zealand bride to tears and several local contestants who auditioned for the final season of “American Idol” were at the top of this year’s most popular Clean Cuts and UTubers. In 2016, Deseret News readers were introduced to 3-year-old Claire Crosby.

Why I Call BS On US Claims “Gang-Up On Israel” Meeting Never Took Place

The White House vehemently denied a report Wednesday morning claiming Secretary of State John Kerry and National Security Adviser Susan Rice discussed the controversial U.N. resolution condemning Israeli settlements with a top Palestinian official days before Friday’s Security Council vote. An Egyptian news site first published what it claimed to be details of the meeting with Palestinian official Saeb Erekat and others.

Breaking Live: Newport-Cardiff trains disrupted as engineering works overrun

A Network Rail spokeswoman said: “Due to overrunning engineering works in the Cardiff area, there will be disruption to services on the South Wales Mainline and Valley line services at the start of service this morning. Up until just after 8am this morning, trains travelling to/from the east and north continued to start and terminate at Newport, as well as running between Swansea and Bridgend.

Sabah will be rich and developed after 53 years in Malaysia if there…

Sabah will be rich and developed after 53 years in Malaysia if there is no corruption and the wealth of Sabah had been used for Sabahans and not hijacked by corrupt leaders and their cronies Malaysia is now regarded worldwide as a “global kleptocracy” which I had defined in Parliament as a country ruled by PPP – Pencuri, Perompak and Penyamun. Donald Trump wants the white house painted! Chinese guy quoted 3 million European guy quoted 7 million Malaysian guy quoted 10 million.

Economy in doubt, Brits save

Britons are holding on to their cash in a sign that they may be hunkering down in the face of economic uncertainties, according to the British Bankers Association. Personal deposits grew an annual 4.8 percent in November, data compiled by the association show.

Economy in doubt, Brits save

Britons are holding on to their cash in a sign that they may be hunkering down in the face of economic uncertainties, according to the British Bankers Association. Personal deposits grew an annual 4.8 percent in November, data compiled by the association show.

Madras HC raises doubt over Jayalalithaa’s death

Chennai , Dec. 29 : The Madras High Court on Thursday raised doubts over late Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalithaa’ demise and said that the truth must come out. [NK Tamil Nadu] “Media has raised a lot of doubts, personally I also have doubts in Jayalalithaa’s death,” said Justice Vaidyalingam, who was hearing a petition demanding an inquiry into the ormer AIADMK chief’s death.

Iraqi forces in Mosul reinforced, new push against IS soon

Iraqi forces stalled for weeks on the edges of Mosul have been bolstered by reinforcements and are now ready, along with elite special forces, to launch a stepped up, three-pronged assault against Islamic State group militants in the city’s eastern sector, ending a two-week lull in fighting, a top Iraqi general told The Associated Press. The planned assault aims in part to overcome stiff resistance by the militants that has slowed advances in the more than 2-month-old offensive to recapture the northern city, the last main bastion of the Islamic State group in Iraq.

Iraqi forces in Mosul reinforced, new push against IS soon

Iraqi forces stalled for weeks on the edges of Mosul have been bolstered by reinforcements and are now ready, along with elite special forces, to launch a stepped up, three-pronged assault against Islamic State group militants in the city’s eastern sector, ending a two-week lull in fighting, a top Iraqi general told The Associated Press. The planned assault aims in part to overcome stiff resistance by the militants that has slowed advances in the more than 2-month-old offensive to recapture the northern city, the last main bastion of the Islamic State group in Iraq.

Become a Millionaire with Gulf Bank

Gulf Bank proudly announces that its biggest and most coveted event in Kuwait, Al Danah Yearly Millionaire Draw, is planned to attract unparalleled attention, kicking off the new year with optimism and mega prizes! Gulf Bank invites customers and participants to engage in this big event that is due to take place on Thursday 5 January 2017, at The Avenues Mall starting at 7:00 pm. Gulf Bank is the only bank in Kuwait to provide you with a chance to win biggest single prize of One Million Kuwaiti Dinars! To participate in the upcoming Al Danah Millionaire Draw, customers must already have an Al Danah account containing a minimum of KD 200.

Become a Millionaire with Gulf Bank

Gulf Bank proudly announces that its biggest and most coveted event in Kuwait, Al Danah Yearly Millionaire Draw, is planned to attract unparalleled attention, kicking off the new year with optimism and mega prizes! Gulf Bank invites customers and participants to engage in this big event that is due to take place on Thursday 5 January 2017, at The Avenues Mall starting at 7:00 pm. Gulf Bank is the only bank in Kuwait to provide you with a chance to win biggest single prize of One Million Kuwaiti Dinars! To participate in the upcoming Al Danah Millionaire Draw, customers must already have an Al Danah account containing a minimum of KD 200.

Racing Tips: Kalane can deliver at Doncaster

Trained in Newmarket by Amy Murphy, having previously been in the care of Charlie Longsdon, the seven-year-old mare is already a Listed winner over hurdles. But she is also going along nicely over fences and did more than enough at this track on December 10 to warrant support at the same grade.

Julie Bishop backs Israel rather than the US over UN resolution

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Julie Bishop backs Israel rather than the US over UN resolution

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Former Canberra boy in the Northern Territory police for only a week…

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Global Target Drone Market Trends by Applications, Types and Booming Geographical Regions 2016-2021

The Global Target Drone Market report gives a comprehensive analysis of this Industry with professional and in-depth study on the current state. Various definitions and classification of the industry, applications of the industry and chain structure are g Global Target Drone Market is expected to witness growth in international market with respect to advancements and innovations, including development history, competitive analysis and regional development forecast.

Global Target Drone Market Trends by Applications, Types and Booming Geographical Regions 2016-2021

The Global Target Drone Market report gives a comprehensive analysis of this Industry with professional and in-depth study on the current state. Various definitions and classification of the industry, applications of the industry and chain structure are g Global Target Drone Market is expected to witness growth in international market with respect to advancements and innovations, including development history, competitive analysis and regional development forecast.

Live: ‘Severe’ 5.5 earthquake in central New Zealand

More than 7000 people have reported feeling the earthquake, according to GeoNet, with reports coming from as far away as Christchurch and the central North Island. A couple of aftershocks have hit the Seddon region since the quake struck at 3.34pm, including a 3.7 magnitude and a 4.7 magnitude, according to GeoNet.