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Flu Season is Record Breaking; Not Over
This flu season is more than 11 weeks old, and the average flu season lasts 16 weeks, though some go for as long as 20 weeks. In all, 48 states are still reporting widespread geographic influenza activity; OR and Hawaii are reporting regional OR less widespread activity.
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Gunman sought after 2 women killed, officer wounded
Two women were taken to Detroit Receiving Hospital where they were pronounced dead. When officers arrived, someone opened fire. A barricaded situation in Detroit left one police officer injured. The suspect had no criminal history, but is licensed to carry a concealed firearm, and has seven guns registered in his name. "Right now a lot of people may think that someone who suffers from mental illness may not affect them - but that's not the case".
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Pakistani Taliban verify No. 2 killed in drone US strike
TTP spokesperson Mohammad Khurasani said Sajna was also heading the Mehsud faction of the Taliban and that, following his death, the top leadership appointed Mufti Noor Wali Wali to replace their dead deputy. In December previous year, members of the group attacked a college in the Pakistani city of Peshawar, shooting dead at least nine people and injuring 36.
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North Korean leader offers to meet South Korean president
According to CNN , though Moon and Pence did not discuss the invitation during an afternoon meeting , a USA official " added that Pence does not believe that the invitation dilutes the toughness of the United States pressure campaign on North Korea ".
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North Korea's Kim Jong Un Invites South Korean President to Visit Pyongyang
South Korean Prime Minister Lee Nak Yon on Sunday (Feb 11) hosted a lunch for the high-ranking delegation from North Korea, including the younger sister of the North's leader Kim Jong Un , Xinhua news agency reported. Although inter-Korean talks are occurring on the sidelines of the Olympics, Pence is confident that Seoul and Tokyo "are solidly with our alliance and the need to continue and intensify economic sanctions", the official said .
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Amit Shah clarifies government's 'lukewarm' attitude to Tripura
In his letter, the MGSF president has said government servants in Manipur will launch a "cease work strike" from February 27 unless the government issues relevant orders for the implementation of the seven pay commission scales to government servants.
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World Bank's IFC calls for investment in Iraq reconstruction
The IFC has about $1.2 billion in investments in different Iraqi ventures including banks, cement plants and telecommunications, and is preparing to announce a $250 million investment in a telecommunication venture, he said. Reconstruction in Iraq requires 88.2 billion USA dollars, said Iraqi Planning Minister Salman Al Jumaili on Monday. Baghdad has said it is determined to tackle the red tape and corruption that hamper investment.
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Over 2200 Filipinos in Kuwait want to leave: minister
The Philippines also sends skilled workers to Kuwait. The Philippines ordered on January 19 the suspension of workers to Kuwait as the government investigates the case of seven Filipinos working in the Gulf state. Cebu Pacific will be deploying an Airbus A330 aircraft which has a maximum capacity of 436 travelers. "Cebu Pacific will also provide free food and refreshment, as well as baggage allowance for all passengers on this charter flight", the low-priced carrier's statement said.
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Mattis acknowledges US-backed YPG militants' move to Afrin
Initially, U.S. criticism was muted, but that changed later due to an increasing flow of YPG-led SDF militants who traveled to Afrin to fight the Turkish military and Turkish threats over the Syrian town of Manbij where the is a U.S. Gen. McMaster, who led the US delegation during the two-day diplomatic visit to Turkey, "discussed the priorities and concerns of both countries ...
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Trump To Unveil $1.5 Trillion Infrastructure Plan Days After Signing Massive Budget
The Republican Party was once known for fiscal conservatism, but congressional Republicans and Trump are now quickly expanding the U.S. budget deficit and its $20 trillion national debt. The plan would leave in place most current infrastructure programs, including those paid for with the Highway Trust Fund, the main federal source of funding for road and transit projects.
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Pence says 'no daylight' between US and allies on North Korea
Kim Yo-jong and Moon met in Seoul on Saturday, where it was reported she invited South Korea's leader to Pyeongyang for the first summit between leaders of the neighbouring nations for 10 years. Some protested outside the opening ceremony on Friday, believing Kim Jong-un can not be trusted and is just papering over his nuclear aggression.
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Pritchard, Brown lead Oregon to 84-57 win over Washington St
Some believed it was a big reason OSU ended its 26-year streak of missing the NCAA tournament that season. "It gives us an opportunity", Altman said. Washington was on the opposite end of such a shot seven days earlier. Whitman won the women's crown with 614.5 points. In the first half, they shot 2-of-17 on two-point tries and had zero trips to the free throw line.
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South Africa holds its breath as Jacob Zuma in talks to resign
But Ralph Mathekga, a political analyst and the author of the book When Zuma Goes , said the country is growing frustrated with the lack of clarity on when the President will leave power. Mr. Zuma is facing extensive corruption charges after a turbulent nine years in power. By midweek, Zuma's fortunes seemed to be picking up a bit, with news of "constructive" discussions between the embattled president and the current head of his party, Cyril Ramaphosa .
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Korea women's hockey team to make much-awaited Olympic debut
But Pence was also warning Seoul not to be fooled by refusing to attend a banquet at the Winter Olympics where he could have met with the high-level North Korean delegation. Kim Jong Un and Kim Yo Jong have the same mother, Ko Yong Hui. He is also urging the North Koreans to sit down with the United States at the earliest opportunity.
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North Korea had frank, candid talks with South's president: KCNA
President Thomas Bach will visit North Korea after the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics as part of an agreement between the IOC and North and South Korea , a source within the Olympic movement told Reuters on Monday. "The vice president is grateful that President Moon reaffirmed his strong commitment to the global maximum pressure campaign and for his support for continued sanctions", Pence spokeswoman Alyssa Farah said when asked about the developments.
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Falcon Heavy helps Musk deliver big lift
The adjusted loss eliminates one-time expenses, including stock-based compensation. This is an increase of 33 percent compared to a year ago but still not enough to keep the company above water. Tesla spent $787 million in capital expenditures in the fourth quarter. "We expect investors will remain split on results and that shares will trade sideways as bulls remain patient on Model 3 production".
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Devin Nunes Has His Own Content Farm
Rep. Devin Nunes last week did enormous damage to the credibility of the House intelligence committee he chairs when he released an inaccurate memo created to undermine the probe into possible collusion between the Trump campaign and Russian Federation.
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Trump Unsure If Israel Genuinely Wants Peace With Palestinians
Embassy, now located in Tel Aviv, to Jerusalem. "Right now, I would say the Palestinians are not looking to make peace". The 92-page document discusses the United States strategy for Israeli-Palestinian peace, which, according to the document, will be announced within two to three months.
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BJP supports, Opposition parties decry Jayalalithaa portrait unveiling
Taking exception to the AIADMK government's decision to unveil a portrait of its late leader and former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Hall, Opposition parties led by the DMK on Sunday announced that they would boycott the function on Monday.
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Abe fails to reach common ground with Moon on North Korea
But he rejected any suggestion Sunday that even a temporary warming of relations between the North and South could drive a wedge between Seoul and Washington. The Post reported that Pence and Moon hammered out the new strategy during conversations at the presidential Blue House and during a speed-skating event.
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Secretary Tillerson to visit Turkey
In Jordan, the Secretary will meet with King Abdullah II ibn Al-Hussein and Jordanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Al-Safadi. -Egyptian relations, the recent efforts to counter terrorism, as well as the regional and global issues of mutual concern.
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Trump to unveil infrastructure plan
If a local government is unable to raise the necessary funds for a much-needed infrastructure project, they would still have access to existing state revolving funds and the Highway Trust Fund but would likely be unable to participate in this new incentive program.
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London airport closed after WWII bomb discovered
Specialist officers are working with the Royal Navy to remove the ordnance, the Met said. But cops confirmed there would be disruption to inbound and outbound flights during the operation. "Passengers are advised not to travel to the airport until further notice", the statement continued. London City Airport CEO Robert Sinclair has issued a statement on the issue.
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Terror attack on CRPF camp in Srinagar thwarted, fierce encounter on
Security forces from CRPF Valley QAT and 23 Bn CRPF have cornered the terrorists who have been hiding in a house, which has been cordoned off by the CRPF, said the police official. "They couldn't enter the headquarters but sneaked in a building close to the HQ". The militants opened fire upon the search party when it tried to approach the under-construction building.
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'We are at WAR' Turkish helicopter SHOT DOWN in Syria killing soldiers
In apparent retaliation, one person was killed and five people wounded in rebel mortar fire on the regime-controlled part of the town of Harasta, according to state news agency SANA . But the US denies those connections and sees the YPG as a key ally in the battle against the Islamic State. SANA said earlier that forces of the US-led worldwide coalition targeted popular forces that were fighting the Islamic State group and the USA -backed Syrian Democratic Forces in the eastern ...
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Kingston sports bars not seeing spike in business this Winter Olympics
Kang said she will carry out her obligations as the diplomatic chief with "active" and "creative" vision and ways of thinking. North Korea's nominal head of state Kim Yong-Nam weeps while watching a performance of North Korea's Samjiyon Orchestra with Kim Yo-Jong, North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un's sister and South Korean President Moon Jae-In in Seoul on Sunday.
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Tonga declares state of emergency to face looming wrath of Cyclone Gita
Gita was a lesser category 1 cyclone when it passed over Samoa on Saturday, causing widespread flooding and loss of electricity. Gita will bring damaging winds, flooding rain and storm surge inundation to Tonga. It's expected to grow into a category-three tropical storm during the westward movement. For other parts of the country, expect strong winds, heavy rain and thunderstorms from early tomorrow .
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Seoul seeks communication, lower military tension ahead of possible N.Korea summit
Pence is in South Korea , where he is leading the USA delegation to the games' opening ceremonies. The event unveiled a new short-range missile, which is based on the Russian Iskander ballistic missile but also shares many features of South Korea's Hyunmoo-2 ballistic missile, according to Michael Elleman, a missile expert at the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
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Combined Korean team ready to shed politics in Olympic debut
Angered after being rejected for an equal share in hosting the 1988 event, North Korea sent two agents to blow up an Air Korea flight, killing 115 people. And bring them together this hockey team did. She is the first Winter Olympics athlete that will represent Greece in the sport of Alpine Skiing. However, this week the International Olympic Committee refused to invite 15 Russian athletes and coaches despite CAS lifting their bans.
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Trump says Democratic intelligence memo is 'very political' and needs redaction
Schiff was responding to remarks from President Trump , who said he did not initially approve the Democrats' FISA memo because it disclosed secret sources and methods. Moreover, critics say, he has repeatedly abused his powers to try to kill the probe, including by firing FBI Director James Comey and by heaping pressure on the FBI and Justice Department.
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Kim Jong Un invites South Korean president Moon Jae-in to Pyongyang
Days later, TV news shows in South Korea are still repeatedly airing footage of Kim walking with President Moon Jae-in, often with a placid smile on her face. "The North Koreans should understand that for a summit or any kind of serious talks to occur, Moon needs to be able to take something to Washington - something that addresses denuclearization", he said before the North's invitation to Moon was announced.
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Sri Lanka's local polls end peacefully with over 70 pct voter turnout
Prior to the meeting with the President, Prime Minister Wickremesinghe held discussions with the senior members of the UNP at the Temple Trees yesterday afternoon, after the elections results of the Municipal Councils, Urban Councils and Pradeshiya Sabhas were released.
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Indian PM Modi meets business leaders from GCC countries
They also signed joint statements, with both the leaders lauding each other as well as hailing India-Palestine relations. While speaking on the occasion of foundation stone-laying ceremony, Modi said, "A temple is an agent of peace and harmony".
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Jerusalem was highlight of my year, says Donald Trump
He said, "Refraining from recognizing the Palestinian people's legitimate rights to their land and sacred sites, denying them the right to return and expropriating their sovereignty over the land in exchange for a regional peace and normalization with the Arab world is the right way to liquidate the Palestinian cause.
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East Queensland storms: more wild weather as 50000 without power
A man has been shocked while taking a shower after lightning struck nearby his house in Ferny Grove in Brisbane's north-west during a powerful south-east Queensland storm. Energex spokesman Justin Coomber said crews had worked through the night to restore power after widespread damage from the storms. "The extreme weather event also caused disruption to Brisbane and Sunshine Coast trains services due to power outages and failing radio communications".