Another aftershock for Nepal; 5.4 magnitude quake creates panic
New Delhi: A 5.4 magnitude earthquake shook Nepal on Wednesday afternoon, creating panic in the Himalayan country. The earthquake, with its epicenter in Sindhupalchowk district of central Nepal, was felt at 3.07 p.m. Nepal local time.
New Delhi: A 5.4 magnitude earthquake shook Nepal on Wednesday afternoon, creating panic in the Himalayan country. The earthquake, with its epicenter in Sindhupalchowk district of central Nepal, was felt at 3.07 p.m. Nepal local time.
Belgium suspends Schengen in fears of Calais ‘Jungle’ chaos
Belgium’s Interior Minister, Jan Jambon, announced on Tuesday that the decision comes as France is looking into the option of evacuating the Calais “Jungle” refugee camp, which houses around 4,000 people. It is feared the move could trigger a new wave of migrants streaming out of the port city in northern France.
Belgium’s Interior Minister, Jan Jambon, announced on Tuesday that the decision comes as France is looking into the option of evacuating the Calais “Jungle” refugee camp, which houses around 4,000 people. It is feared the move could trigger a new wave of migrants streaming out of the port city in northern France.
Earthquake in Nepal: 4.7 magnitude tremor strikes Himalayan nation, third within a month
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake on Wednesday afternoon struck close to Kodari area in Nepal. This is the third earthquake in one month to hit Himalayan region.
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake on Wednesday afternoon struck close to Kodari area in Nepal. This is the third earthquake in one month to hit Himalayan region.
Are the Jews of Today Really Descendants of Abraham Who Should Inherit the Land?
“On the Y-DNA test that tracks the paternal line, 75-85% of Jews have a Semitic ancestry, that is to say they are from the Middle East. ‘Semitic’ may also include Turkey and Northern Syria, going back 3,000 years,” Greenspan explained.
“On the Y-DNA test that tracks the paternal line, 75-85% of Jews have a Semitic ancestry, that is to say they are from the Middle East. ‘Semitic’ may also include Turkey and Northern Syria, going back 3,000 years,” Greenspan explained.
Bernie Sanders Says Pope is a Socialist, Just Like Him
Sanders said, “What it means to be a socialist, in the sense of what the pope is talking about, what I’m talking about, is to say that we have got to do our best and live our lives in a way that alleviates human suffering, that does not accelerate the disparities of income and wealth.” “When [the pope] talks about wealth being used to serve people, not as an end in itself, I agree with that,” Sanders gave an example.
Sanders said, “What it means to be a socialist, in the sense of what the pope is talking about, what I’m talking about, is to say that we have got to do our best and live our lives in a way that alleviates human suffering, that does not accelerate the disparities of income and wealth.” “When [the pope] talks about wealth being used to serve people, not as an end in itself, I agree with that,” Sanders gave an example.
Archaeologists find fabric collection from time of King David
A team of archaeologists, led by Tel Aviv University's Dr. Erez Ben-Yosef, has found a large collection of fabrics dating back to the era of King David and his son Solomon. This is the first time textiles from that period have been discovered, and they are expected to provide information on the clothes and fashion that were used by ancient Israelites, as well as the neighboring Edomites.
A team of archaeologists, led by Tel Aviv University's Dr. Erez Ben-Yosef, has found a large collection of fabrics dating back to the era of King David and his son Solomon. This is the first time textiles from that period have been discovered, and they are expected to provide information on the clothes and fashion that were used by ancient Israelites, as well as the neighboring Edomites.
How Academia whitewashes Muslim honor killings
A classic honor killing is a family conspiracy mainly against a young daughter; fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles and cousins — sometimes even grandfathers — may join in. Westerners don’t often kill their teenage daughters.
A classic honor killing is a family conspiracy mainly against a young daughter; fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles and cousins — sometimes even grandfathers — may join in. Westerners don’t often kill their teenage daughters.
Kerry on Syria: May Be Too Late to Keep Whole, May Get Much Uglier
John Kerry warned Tuesday the world community may not be able to save Syria – what once was Syria, anyway – if the current fighting continues much longer.
John Kerry warned Tuesday the world community may not be able to save Syria – what once was Syria, anyway – if the current fighting continues much longer.
Cox: Let the Chinese buy Chicago’s stock exchange
For the avoidance of doubt, the Stanley Cup winners do not own the city’s stock market. A group of Chinese investors would like to, however, and a gaggle of Republican congressmen are up in arms about the prospect. They are badly missing the point. An acquisition of the minuscule Midwestern bourse would give its new Chinese owners an important lesson on the importance of robust disclosure, smart regulation and the merits of free capital markets.
For the avoidance of doubt, the Stanley Cup winners do not own the city’s stock market. A group of Chinese investors would like to, however, and a gaggle of Republican congressmen are up in arms about the prospect. They are badly missing the point. An acquisition of the minuscule Midwestern bourse would give its new Chinese owners an important lesson on the importance of robust disclosure, smart regulation and the merits of free capital markets.
Trump's third straight win has rivals looking for answers
Trump's decisive win is likely to further frustrate Republican establishment figures who, less than a month ago, were hoping that the outspoken billionaire’s insurgent candidacy was stalled after he lost the opening nominating contest in Iowa to Cruz.
Trump's decisive win is likely to further frustrate Republican establishment figures who, less than a month ago, were hoping that the outspoken billionaire’s insurgent candidacy was stalled after he lost the opening nominating contest in Iowa to Cruz.
How the Nine Traits of the Messianic Generation are Coming Alive in the Modern World
One section of the Talmud describes, in detail, the characteristics of society preceding the Messiah. In many ways, it is a disturbingly accurate description of our culture today and its unique traits, never seen before in history.
One section of the Talmud describes, in detail, the characteristics of society preceding the Messiah. In many ways, it is a disturbingly accurate description of our culture today and its unique traits, never seen before in history.
4.9 quake rattles central Calif.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck at 4:02 p.m. PT Tuesday. About 10 minutes later, a 2.6 aftershock was felt. "That's very common," said USGS Western States Communications Chief Justin Pressfield. "This is consistent with what we have experienced." The quake and the aftershock were centered near Wasco
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck at 4:02 p.m. PT Tuesday. About 10 minutes later, a 2.6 aftershock was felt. "That's very common," said USGS Western States Communications Chief Justin Pressfield. "This is consistent with what we have experienced." The quake and the aftershock were centered near Wasco
Ahead of election, Iran's Khamenei calls for unity against West
Iran's leader said that he was confident voters would return a parliament prepared to stand up to the United States at Friday's election and that the West was falsely trying to portray a split between candidates.
Israel approves drug that prevents HIV infectionIran's leader said that he was confident voters would return a parliament prepared to stand up to the United States at Friday's election and that the West was falsely trying to portray a split between candidates.
The Health Ministry approved a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) program to prevent HIV transmission on Tuesday, making Israel one of the first countries to implement it. PrEP involves healthy but high-risk people taking medications that significantly reduce the risk of HIV infection or of carriers infecting others.
Zika virus: US investigating 14 possible sexually-transmitted cases
US health officials are investigating 14 new reports of possible sexual transmission of the Zika virus. The cases include several involving pregnant women, the CDC said. The US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) made the revelation while publishing new guidance on sexual transmission of the virus.
Saudi Arabia and Gulf allies warn against Lebanon travel
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates have told their citizens not to travel to Lebanon. The Saudi and Bahraini foreign ministries urged people to leave quickly for their own safety. But the UAE issued a "complete ban" on travel to Lebanon, and said it would pull out most diplomats from Beirut.
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates have told their citizens not to travel to Lebanon. The Saudi and Bahraini foreign ministries urged people to leave quickly for their own safety. But the UAE issued a "complete ban" on travel to Lebanon, and said it would pull out most diplomats from Beirut.
Egyptian MP invites Israeli ambassador to dinner to discuss Israeli mediation in Nile dispute
A member of the Egyptian parliament, Tawfik Okasha, has invited the Israeli ambassador in Cairo to a dinner at his house to discuss the option of Israeli mediation in Egypt's Nile dispute with Ethiopia, Egyptian media has reported. Okasha...delivered the invitation to the Israeli ambassador during his TV show "Egypt Today," in which he claimed that Israeli mediation is the key to solving the Nile dispute.
A member of the Egyptian parliament, Tawfik Okasha, has invited the Israeli ambassador in Cairo to a dinner at his house to discuss the option of Israeli mediation in Egypt's Nile dispute with Ethiopia, Egyptian media has reported. Okasha...delivered the invitation to the Israeli ambassador during his TV show "Egypt Today," in which he claimed that Israeli mediation is the key to solving the Nile dispute.
CDC: Half of Gay Black Men Will Get HIV
For the first time ever, federal officials estimated how likely blacks and Hispanics are likely to be diagnosed with the virus that causes AIDS. Half of gay and bisexual black men and a quarter of gay and bisexual Hispanic men will be diagnosed with HIV in their lifetimes, the Centers for Disease Control announced in a first-of-its-kind study on Tuesday.
For the first time ever, federal officials estimated how likely blacks and Hispanics are likely to be diagnosed with the virus that causes AIDS. Half of gay and bisexual black men and a quarter of gay and bisexual Hispanic men will be diagnosed with HIV in their lifetimes, the Centers for Disease Control announced in a first-of-its-kind study on Tuesday.
Japan's Negative Interest Rates Are Driving up Sales of Safes
The Japanese are spending—but not in a way that is likely to strengthen the country’s economy. Following the Bank of Japan’s decision to lower interest rates below zero in January, many consumers have reportedly rushed to hardwares store in search of one thing: safes.
The Japanese are spending—but not in a way that is likely to strengthen the country’s economy. Following the Bank of Japan’s decision to lower interest rates below zero in January, many consumers have reportedly rushed to hardwares store in search of one thing: safes.
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Korea threatens to carry out attacks on 'mainland America' if the US
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North Korea has threatened to attack 'mainland America' if the U.S. carries out a planned military drill with South Korean troops next month.
North Korea has threatened to attack 'mainland America' if the U.S. carries out a planned military drill with South Korean troops next month.
McConnell: Not a 'snowball's chance in hell' I'll relent on SCOTUS
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell told a group of staunch House conservatives there isn't "a snowball's chance in hell" that he will back down from his opposition to confirming a Supreme Court justice before a new president is elected.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell told a group of staunch House conservatives there isn't "a snowball's chance in hell" that he will back down from his opposition to confirming a Supreme Court justice before a new president is elected.
Saudi Oil Minister Rules Out Possibility of Production Cuts
Saudi Arabia’s petroleum minister on Tuesday ruled out the possibility that a recently announced oil production freeze by several countries might lead to cuts to reverse the plunge in oil prices.
Saudi Arabia’s petroleum minister on Tuesday ruled out the possibility that a recently announced oil production freeze by several countries might lead to cuts to reverse the plunge in oil prices.