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Navy: Sailor accused of igniting warship was 'disgruntled'
SAN DIEGO — Navy prosecutors alleged Monday that a sailor charged with setting the fire that destroyed the USS Bonhomme Richard last year was “disgruntled” after dropping out of Navy SEAL training, while his defense lawyers criticized the
At least 10 people wounded in Cameroon trade fair explosion
(MENAFN - Trend News Agency) At least 10 people were wounded overnight into Monday when an explosion hit a major trade fair in Cameroon's restive Anglophone region of Southwest, according to local ... ...
One in every 100 seniors in US died of Covid-19, CDC data show
(MENAFN - IANS) Washington, Dec 14 (IANS) Nearly one in every 100 Americans aged 65 years and older has died from Covid-19, according to the latest data of the US Centers for Disease Control and ... ...
Russian, Iranian FMs support original version of Iran nuclear deal
(MENAFN - IANS) Moscow, Dec 14 (IANS) Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir Abdollahian held a phone conversation to discuss the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.The ... ...
Orban, Macron agree to disagree, call each other partners
(MENAFN - IANS) >Budapest, Dec 14 (IANS) Visiting French President Emmanuel Macron and his host, Hungary's Prime Minister (PM) Viktor Orban, emphasised partnership but acknowledged their ... ...
Kenyan police foil abduction of 40 civilians in border region
(MENAFN - IANS) Wajir (Kenya), Dec 14 (IANS) Kenyan police has foiled an attempt by suspected al-Shabab militants to abduct faithful at a mosque in Konton, Wajir County, in the northeastern border ... ...
US Covid-19 cases surpass 50mn: Johns Hopkins University
(MENAFN - IANS) New York, Dec 14 (IANS) The total number of Covid-19 cases in the US topped 50 million, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.US Covid-19 case on Monday count rose to ... ...
US reacts to spate of tornadoes as weather expert explains their formation
(MENAFN - IANS) New York, Dec 14 (IANS) The tornadoes that ripped through six US states, namely Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee, over the weekend have killed ... ...
'Losing precious time': European diplomats on Iran nuclear stance
After a five-month pause, talks resumed
US CDC urges citizens to avoid travel to Italy, Greenland over Covid concerns
The United States imposed new rules, effective
Thousands without water, heat after tornadoes kill more than 88 in US' Kentucky
Kentucky authorities said the sheer
Alaska Airlines expands oneworld partnership with new int'l flights
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) -- Alaska Airlines on Monday announced plans of new nonstop international flights by next summer from the U.S. West Coast hubs to airports with its oneworld member airlines. According to Alaska Airlines, British Airways will
Death toll rises to 10 in Brazil's Bahia state flooding
RIO DE JANEIRO, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) -- Rescue teams on Monday raised the death toll from heavy rains and
Security Council fails to adopt resolution on climate-related security risks
UNITED NATIONS, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) -- The UN Security Council on Monday, in a contentious meeting, rejected a draft resolution that would have integrated climate-related
Chicago Bulls Postpone Two Games as 10 Players Are Held Out of Games
This marks the first postponement of an N.B.A. game this season and a reminder of the coronavirus pandemic’s continuing prevalence. ...
Ghana airport to fine airlines that bring unvaccinated passengersIts health service has recorded 131,412 infections ...
The operator of Ghana's main international airport will fine airlines $3,500 for every passenger they fly in who is not vaccinated against Covid-19 or who tests positive for the coronavirus upon arrival, it said on Monday. The rule comes into effect on Tuesday
US tornado deaths at 78, likely to riseSome 105 people in Kentucky remain unaccounted for
At least 64 people died in Kentucky from devastating tornadoes that left a trail of destruction across the US state, the governor said Monday, with 14 people confirmed killed in other states. Two days after the tornadoes hit, officials are still struggling to
New Caledonia referendum result rejected
New Caledonia's pro-independence umbrella organisation says it doesn't recognise the legitimacy and validity of the third and final referendum on independence from France. The statement by the
Pacific Waves for 14 December 2021
Today on Pacific Waves Leading French politicians welcomed New Caledonia referendum
Korean retail giant put on notice in Fiji
A South Korean retail giant - praised by the Fijian prime minister for its commitment to expand their enterprises in the Pacific island nation - is now facing intense scrutiny by the government for alleged breach of Fiji's laws The Grace Road Group, whose
Cyclone Ruby poses no threat to Fiji, NZ - WeatherWatch
Weather services in Fiji and New Zealand say Tropical Cyclone Ruby will not pose any major threat to both countries. The cyclone season in the Pacific is from November to April. The weather offices said on Monday the category two storm, currently lying close
French politicians welcome New Cal's rejection of independence
Leading French politicians have welcomed New Caledonia's rejection of independence. More than 96 percent
Aotearoa's Pacific music community celebrate
The Pacific music community celebrated another year of outstanding music at the 17th
West Papua conflict deepens, questions over regional response
Armed conflict in West Papua continues to claim lives, displace tens of thousands of people and cause resentment at Indonesian rule. But despite ongoing calls for help, neighbouring countries in the Pacific Islands region remain largely silent and ineffectual
Solomons police investigating armed threat on the capital
Police in Solomon Islands say they are investigating reports of an armed group threatening an armed attack on the capital Honiara. Responding to local media reports of a group threatening to "unleash a second wave" on the already damaged city police
Golden Globe Awards: Jane Campion's The Power of the Dog leads nominations
New Zealand film director Jane Campion's western The Power of the Dog and Sir Kenneth Branagh's autobiographical film Belfast are leading the nominations for the Golden Globe Awards. The two movies are up for seven prizes each, including best drama film. The
Access to historic sites the crux of latest Norfolk dispute
The Norfolk Island administrator is at loggerheads with the island's Council of Elders
Invading Ukraine would be a costly mistake, Boris warns PutinThe Prime Minister emphasised the UK's ...
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned Russian President Vladimir Putin in a call on Monday that any destabilising action against Ukraine would be a strategic
World Trigger Season 4 release date predictions: Is 2022 likely?
After leaving audiences hanging last season, the World Trigger Season 4 anime will finally finish the manga’s longest story arc. Pic credit: Studio Toei Animation The World Trigger Season 4 anime TV series will complete the B-Rank Wars story arc and move
Iran nuclear deal will soon be 'empty shell', European diplomats say
VIENNA (Reuters) - Western powers still
Canada setting aside C$40 billion to compensate Indigenous children for harm
OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada is setting
Texas post office worker stole public funds by using fake refunds, feds say
A Texas resident admitted to embezzling almost $30,000 in public funds from her job at the post office, federal authorities said. Tranese Nicole Mitchell, 35, pleaded guilty to four counts ...
Railroad worker steals hundreds of chainsaws, parts from Amtrak, feds say
An Amtrak worker in New Jersey has pleaded guilty to stealing $76,000 in chainsaws and chainsaw parts from the railroad over an eight-year span, federal prosecutors say. The 49-year-old Brick ...
Austin says no punishments for botched drone strike in Afghanistan that killed 10 civilians
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin isn't going to
Tornado victims include infant girl, longtime florist, judge
A 2-month-old whose family tried to protect her by putting her in a car seat. A 94-year-old Korean War veteran from Arkansas. A longtime florist in Tennessee who recently “started on her new adventure� as an airport security worker. An Amazon warehouse worker
Air Force discharges 27 for refusal to get COVID vaccine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Air Force has discharged 27 people for refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine, making them what officials believe are the first service members to be removed for disobeying the mandate to get the shots. The Air Force gave its
Crumbley family estrangement hardens between parents, son as court conferences get underway
The parents of accused Oxford High School shooter Ethan Crumbley will have no influence, and likely no insight, into their juvenile son’s high-stakes criminal case or life in the near term, legal experts say. Ethan Crumbley and his parents, James and Jennifer
USA Gymnastics, Olympic committee agree to $380M settlement with victims: ‘It’s been hellish for all ...
The legal wrangling between USA Gymnastics and the victims of sexual abuse by former national team doctor Larry Nassar, among others, is over. The fight for substantive change within the sport’s national governing body is just beginning. A federal bankruptcy
Derek Chauvin expected to plead guilty in George Floyd civil rights case
By AMY FORLITI, Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin appears to be on the verge of pleading guilty to violating George Floyd ‘s civil rights, according to a notice sent out Monday by the court’s electronic filing
Brian Williams signs off after 28 years, shares fears for future: ‘They’ve decided to burn ...
By Muri Assunção, New York Daily News Brian Williams’ 11th hour is up. On Thursday, the longtime NBC and MSNBC anchor signed off from the network, looking back at his 28-year-long career. Williams — a former anchor and editor of “NBC Nightly News� and, since
Cowen’s Ramsay picks these semiconductor stocks over Nvidia
A week after Goldman Sachs’ Katie Koch predicted an upcoming super cycle in semiconductor demand, Cowen’s Matt Ramsay picked five stocks within this space that he sees as well-positioned for 2022. Ramsay’s picks include ON Semiconductor Corp,
US Capitol Riot Panel Moves To Hold Trump's Aide In Contempt
Lawmakers investigating the assault on the US Capitol prepared Monday to vote on recommending criminal contempt charges against Donald Trump's former chief of staff for refusing to testify. ...
Switzerland Drops Money Laundering Case Involving Spain's Former King
Geneva's chief prosecutor said on Monday he had closed a criminal investigation into allegations Spain's former king Juan Carlos laundered "illegal commission" payments from Saudi Arabia, due to... ...
Ex-US Cop To Plead Guilty Of Violating Geroge Floyd's Civil Rights
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of the murder of George Floyd, plans to change his not guilty plea to separate civil rights charges, according to a court filing on... ...
Iran Losing "Precious Time" With Nuclear Stance: European Diplomats
Iran's positions in talks over its nuclear development programme are "inconsistent" with the terms of the deal to limit it, diplomats from the western European countries negotiating with Tehran, said... ...
Canada May Soon See Rapid Surge In Covid Cases As Omicron Spreads Locally
COVID-19 cases in Canada may rapidly rise in the coming days due to community spread of the Omicron variant, mirroring the situation in the country's most populous province of Ontario, Canada's top... ...
Canada could soon see rapid surge in Covid-19 cases as Omicron spreads locally
ONTARIO (REUTERS) - Covid-19 cases in Canada may rapidly rise in the coming days due to community spread of the Omicron variant, mirroring the situation in the country's most populous province of Ontario, Canada's top health official said on Monday (Dec 13).
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Dec 14
Badminton: S'pore's Loh Kean Yew stuns world No. 1 Axelsen at World Championships National shuttler Loh Kean Yew has slain the biggest giant in the badminton world as he beat Denmark's world No. 1 and Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen 14-21, 21-9, 21-6 in the
UK tells Russia to de-escalate tensions with Ukraine
LONDON (AFP) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday (Dec 13) held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, telling him to "de-escalate tensions" with Ukraine, Downing Street said. The British leader echoed concern from the G-7 on Sunday about the
Radioactive medicines found in London street by member of the public
Item with radiopharmaceuticals lost in transit after being transported between two hospitals A package of radioactive medicines was found in the street by a member of the public after being lost in transit between two London hospitals. The item, containing
Conservation documents for half of Australia’s endangered species don’t mention climate change
Australian Conservation Foundation report found that climate change was not mentioned for 178 out of 334 endangered species and habitats Conservation documents for more than half of Australia’s critically endangered species and habitats fail to mention climate
Derek Chauvin expected to plead guilty to violating George Floyd’s civil rights
Federal docket entry shows hearing scheduled for Wednesday for Chauvin to change his current not guilty plea in the case Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer, appears to be on the verge of pleading guilty to violating George Floyd’s civil
Macron talks migration, rule of law, energy with V4 leaders
BUDAPEST, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) -- The issues of immigration, the rule of law, the Western Balkans, energy, including nuclear energy, were mainly discussed at the meeting between visiting French President Emmanuel Macron and prime ministers of the Visegrad Group
Update: Survey shows one-third of university students in Finland suffer from anxiety and depression symptoms
HELSINKI, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) -- One-third of higher education students in Finland suffer from symptoms of anxiety and depression, according to the latest Finnish Student Health and Wellbeing Survey results released here on Monday. The survey showed that higher
Who is Scott Borgerson, the rumoured husband of Epstein girlfriend and alleged sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell?
The trial of Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend and alleged pimp, Ghislaine Maxwell, has uncovered a surprising detail about the British socialite's personal life; apparently she is married. Rumours have circulated for years that Ms Maxwell, who faces
No US troops to be punished over deadly Kabul drone strike
The US Department of Defense has said that no US troops or officials will face disciplinary action for a drone strike in the Afghan capital Kabul in August that killed 10 Afghan civilians, including seven children. Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said Secretary
A major Antarctic ice shelf could shatter within five years, scientists warn
If the Antarctic ice shelf breaks apart, the glacier's contribution to sea level rise will increase by as much as 25%, scientists warned. ...
Hard-hit Peru battles COVID 'resurgence'
LIMA, Peru — Peru, hit by the world’s highest coronavirus death rate, said Monday it was battling a pandemic “resurgence.” AFP/ FILE/ MANILA BULLETIN Daily infections climbed to more than 1,500 last week, on
US tornado deaths at 79, Biden to visit Kentucky
MAYFIELD, United States — Kentucky officials expressed relief on Monday that dozens of workers at a tornado-shattered candle factory had survived the twisters that left at least 79 people dead and a trail of destruction across six US states. AFP/ MANILA
Iranian animal lovers decry plan to ban pets
TEHRAN, Iran — “No, my cat is not dangerous,” says Iranian animal lover Mostafa, outraged by a proposal from ultraconservative lawmakers to ban pets. AFP/ MANILA BULLETIN The 25-year-old, who runs a pet supplies shop on busy Eskandari Street
COVID: European tourist favorite joins ‘very high’ travel risk list
Originally Published: 13 DEC 21 16:51 ET By Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added three nations to its highest-risk category for travel on Monday, including tourist favorite Italy. In its weekly update of
OSHA Opens Probe Into Deadly Amazon Warehouse Collapse in Illinois
OSHA is investigating a collapse at an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville, Illinois.The facility collapsed Friday as a tornado rolled through, killing six employees. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is investigating a deadly collapse at an
It’s a firehouse — yet not — and it’s for sale in the middle of ...
There are a lot of things one expects to see when hiking through a heavily wooded area: a lone cabin, a babbling brook, perhaps a hungry bear or a disgruntled ...
Instacart driver runs over groceries after seeing home’s pro-police sign, MN cops say
An Instacart driver ran over a household’s groceries that they had delivered after seeing a pro-police sign in the Minnesota front yard, authorities say. The homeowners that placed the order ...
ECB to halve bond purchases from April, say economists
The European Central Bank is set to halve the
Early 2022-23 contract discussions see container rates surge, terms evolve
Early term contract discussion ranges for 2022-23 have
Samudera Shipping Line Announces Vessel Disposal Under The Disposal Mandate
The Board of Directors of Samudera Shipping
MISC sees recovery next year on petroleum tanker segment
MISC Bhd is eyeing a recovery next year on expects that
Maritime UK launches third national maritime awards
Maritime UK is today (13 December) launching its
New disruptions to supply chains in 2022 and how international shippers can respond
As we look ahead to 2022, should shippers prepare
Optimarin sees ‘commercial rationale’ to bring forward BWT retrofits
Many shipowners are making hay while the sun shines as
Strong Market Supports Neutral Global Shipping Sector Outlook
Fitch Ratings maintains its neutral outlook on the
BIMCO COVID 19 Weekly Report Dated 10 December 2021
This BIMCO COVID 19 weekly report for the week ending 10
China’s economic policies for 2022 – Stability is the key
China plans for a stable economy in 2022 Planning
Industry group reveals initial results from research into maritime deaths in enclosed spaces
Enclosed space deaths continue to be one of the
Sefine Shipyard orders seawater coolers for RoPax ferry
Sefine Shipyard has awarded Norwegian company Hydroniq
Mr ECDIS book charts unique story of NAVTOR’s Tor Svanes
NAVTOR’s CEO has been given the title of ‘Mr
Nevada boxing panel gives itself oversight of charity events
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada boxing regulators voted Monday to close a legal loophole by giving themselves authority over charity unarmed combat events like one that led to the death last month of a University of Nevada, Las Vegas student competitor after a
Britain Confirms World's First Known COVID-19 Omicron Variant Death
The death comes amid speculation, absent sufficient evidence, that omicron might cause less severe disease than its predecessors. ...
Omicron: Wales plans to offer all adults booster jabs by end of year
The Welsh NHS plans to offer all eligible adults a booster jab by the end of the year if it can, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said. His announcement in a televised address to be broadcast later comes as the number of Omicron cases in Wales doubles from 15
Canada apologises for ‘scourge’ of military sexual misconduct
Canada’s defence minister joined the country’s highest ranking officer on Monday to offer an apology to survivors and victims of sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces – two years after a formal apology was promised. Defence Minister
Finnish President Plans to Speak With Putin December 14 - Presidential Office
HELSINKI (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 14th December, 2021) Finnish President Sauli
Kentucky Deploys 448 National Guardsmen to Help With Tornado Recovery Efforts - Governor
�WASHINGTON (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 14th December, 2021) A total of 448 National Guard troops have deployed throughout Kentucky to help with recovery efforts from the deadly
Associated Press Questioning US DHS Practice of Tracking Journalists - Reports
WASHINGTON (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 14th December, 2021) The Associated Press (AP) Executive Editor Julie Pace in a letter to the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has asked to provide answers on the agency's alleged
US Urges Americans to Avoid Travel to Italy, Greenland And Mauritius Due to COVID- CDC
WASHINGTON (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 14th December, 2021) The United States is urging Americans to avoid travel to Italy,
US Confiscates Record Number of Firearms at Airports in 2021 - TSA
WASHINGTON (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 14th December, 2021) US authorities confiscated over 5,600 firearms at airport
$2.9 million settlement for Anjanette Young over bungled Chicago police raid advances to City Council
CHICAGO — Anjanette Young is in line for a $2.9 million settlement for the botched police raid on her home that prompted the Chicago Police Department to change its policies ...
Tunisian president announces referendum, future elections
Tunisian President Kais Saied has prolonged the suspension of parliament and announced a national referendum, almost five months after dismissing his government and granting himself sweeping powers ...
Canada apologizes to victims of military sex misconduct
Canadian political and military leaders have apologized to victims of military sexual misconduct ...
