Новости за 07.12.2017

By Arshad Mohammed WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States is asking Israel to temper its response to the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as its capital because Washington expects a backlash and is weighing the potential threat to U.S. facilities and people, according to a State Department document seen by Reuters on Wednesday. "While I recognize that you will publicly welcome this news, I ask that you restrain your official response," the document dated Dec. 6 said in talking points for diplomats... Читать дальше...

Le rapport Bouchard, qui a entraîné la suspension du chef de police de Montréal Philippe Pichet, affirme que plusieurs enquêtes internes portant sur des allégations de corruption, de brutalité et de menaces ont été bâclées . Radio-Canada a obtenu une version non caviardée du rapport, qui cite de nombreux exemples, aussi troublants que révélateurs. Nous en avons retenu cinq.

Athlete of the Year: Anthony Carlucci, Ichabod Crane When assessing his own skills on the pitch, Carlucci settled on one main attribute. "I like to pass the ball," Carlucci said. Carlucci's playmaking skills helped propel the Riders to a Section II Class B title and a berth in the state title game. The star midfielder tallied 13 goals to go with a Section II-best 23 assists. "It is hard to believe he is only a junior," Ichabod Crane coach Michael Young said. Carlucci flourished as Young, the Riders' first-year coach... Читать дальше...

Addison Walkowiak put on a diving show at the annual Big Al Open last weekend in Princeton, N.J. The Rutgers senior from Ballston Spa (Ballston Spa High) captured all three diving events at the meet. She kicked off the weekend by capturing the 1-meter dive with a school and pool record total of 332.15 on Friday. It was her fourth 1-meter victory of the season. She followed that up by capturing the 3-meter dive on Saturday with a 324.85 effort then topped things off by adding the platform dive to her bounty on Sunday. Читать дальше...

Berlin/Kairo (dpa) - Die Bundesregierung ist bei der Einschätzung der Terrorlage auf der Sinai-Halbinsel auf die Aussagen der - viel kritisierten - Regierung Ägyptens angewiesen. Die Berichte über Menschenrechtsverletzungen der ägyptischen Streitkräfte bei der Bekämpfung des Ablegers der Terrormiliz Islamischer Staat auf dem Sinai seien dem Auswärtigen Amt bekannt, geht aus der Antwort des Ministeriums auf eine schriftliche Anfrage der Grünen-Bundestagsabgeordneten Franziska Brantner hervor. «Der... Читать дальше...

It started out as a hobby for two brothers in Vernon, that turned into a specialty business, selling custom-made skis around the world.

After France's disastrous showing in their November internationals, the European Champions Cup restarts -- with Montpellier's trip to Glasgow on Friday -- as detractors debate the cause of the national team's malaise.

Two independent candidates, Infinite Culcleasure and Carina Driscoll, sought Progressive endorsement in challenge of incubment Mayor Weinberger

VENTURA, Calif. (AP) — They had run for their lives by the thousands when the devastating wildfires raced across a huge swath of brush-covered Southern California hillsides, and they had survived. But hundreds had to flee so quickly they left literally everything behind. On Wednesday, heartbroken people began to take stock of everything they lost in a manner of minutes, from their beloved four-legged companions who got separated from them during the chaos to a lifetime of memories encapsulated in photos, jewelry and other keepsakes. Читать дальше...

So it's official now?

The Muslim Brotherhood has named America an "enemy state". Apparently we were friends before. And terrorism is just what they do to their friends.

Also, "The Muslim Brotherhood is launching today a solidarity call with all Palestinian factions and Islamic movements to ignite an uprising throughout the Islamic world against the Zionist occupation and the American administration." 

But how will it do that without backing from Obama? And with Qatar being blockaded? Читать дальше...

Fish and wildlife said they understand why they intervened, but do voice concern about public safety.

“He had a backyard full of lilies. The garden was where he lived,” said Sue Augustine of the Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society. "It was his holy space."

We’re told that among the swirl of swells were Diane von Furstenberg and Agnelli’s niece Priscilla Rattazzi as well as Diane Sawyer and Fran Lebowitz.

Des Moines, Iowa – The Grand View University men's basketball team hosted the Eagles of Faith Baptist Bible College on Tuesday, December 5th. The entire Viking roster saw significant time on the court as Grand View defeated Faith Baptist by a score of 96-32. The Vikings improved to 6-3 overall, while the Eagles fell to 2-6 overall.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on Sen. Al Franken and sexual misconduct allegations (all times local): 9 p.m. The head of the Democratic Party is adding his voice to the majority of Senate Democrats calling on Sen. Al Franken to resign. Chairman Tom Perez says in a statement Wednesday that sexual misconduct, harassment and assault have no place in the Democratic Party, Congress, the White House or anywhere. Franken faces multiple allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior. The Minnesota Democrat plans to make an announcement Thursday. Читать дальше...

December 6, 2017

Replying to media questions, Vladimir Putin commented on the situation in the Syrian Arab Republic, the results of the operation to liberate Syria from terrorists and the settlement prospects in that country.
Question: Mr President, there are reports that both banks of the Euphrates River have been freed from ISIS in Syria. Are you receiving reports about this? Could you please comment? How will the situation develop from here? How would you characterise it?
President of Russia Vladimir Putin... Читать дальше...

It was April 15, 2016 when 49-year-old cyclist Terry Campbell was run over and killed by a large crane truck at the intersection of Baron Road and Banks Road in Kelowna.

A source says of Lauer’s vow to remain out of the spotlight, “I wouldn’t make a 20-year promise . . . but he wants to focus on his family.”

LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — Bolivian lawmakers voted Wednesday to ease the country's tight restrictions on abortions, shrugging aside opposition from religious groups. The Legislative Assembly vote will allow "students, adolescents or girls" to have abortions up to the eighth week of pregnancy. The measure doesn't specify ages, but it appears to apply to girls up to and including 17 years old and older students who still depend on their parents or guardians. Abortion in Bolivia currently is allowed only when the woman's life is in danger... Читать дальше...

Today over 20 million young adults between 18 and 32 are more likely living with parents than independently. And the phenomenon of boomerang kids back in the nest is being viewed as a favorable cultural shift. Yet it’s a challenge for some moms who are in the midst of spreading their own wings. If this sounds familiar, try these practical and easy to use tips to help you navigate this transition:

As Southern California continues to be engulfed by a series of wildfires that have forced the mandatory evacuation of thousands, celebrities are leaving their multimillion-dollar homes to seek safety.

Frankfurt (dpa) - Nordrhein-Westfalens Ministerpräsident Armin Laschet sieht die Überwindung der Krise Europas als ein zentrales Projekt einer möglichen großen Koalition. Die Krise biete die Chance, «endlich den Herausforderungen unserer Zeit entgegenzutreten», schrieb der CDU-Politiker in einem Gastbeitrag für die «Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung» (Donnerstag). Hierfür brauche es jetzt mehr und nicht weniger Europa. «Warum nicht aus den vorliegenden Gemeinsamkeiten ein konkretes Handlungsprogramm entwerfen... Читать дальше...

Accusé de comportements déplacés envers des femmes, le sénateur démocrate américain Al Franken est lâché par ses collègues qui lui montrent la porte.

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Aaron Marin was convinced his life was over as smoke engulfed a California warehouse in what was the country's deadliest building fire in more than a decade. Marin recalled during a court hearing on Wednesday that people who were unable to escape the blaze came up a flight of stairs shaking their heads and saying, "No." "I sat there and accepted the fact that it was just over for me," he testified about the fire on Dec. 2, 2016 that killed 36 people. Marin was able to get out... Читать дальше...

Aaron Boone is well-spoken, well-versed in the game and seemingly universally well-liked. But he hasn’t made a pitching change that cost the Yankees a win or endured a lengthy losing streak, and he admitted during his introductory press conference Wednesday at the Stadium that he was stepping into the unknown. “I haven’t been there yet,...