Japan, US resolve to pressure China on North Korea

Japan, US resolve to pressure China on North Korea

23.08.2017

US President Donald Trump has traded threats with the communist government. Ken Gause, director of the International Affairs Group at the Center for Naval Analyses, noted that for now, South Korea "seems to be on the same page with the United States on THAAD" in light of the growing threats emanating from the North, which tested two long-range intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBM) in July.

CCTV shows Sasikala 'entering' central jail; DG says not aware

CCTV shows Sasikala 'entering' central jail; DG says not aware

23.08.2017

The images show Sasikala and her associate escorted by male jail staff, and a male prisoner is seen moving around in prison clothes - prison officials said male prisoners are not allowed near the jail entrance. She also questions why no action was taken against the department officials, who encouraged inmates to stage a protest after her report. She is also believed to have given crucial evidences over irregularities inside the jail to former IAS officer Vinaykumar, who probed into the case ...

Nepal PM Sher Bahadur Deuba arrives in India on five-day visit

Nepal PM Sher Bahadur Deuba arrives in India on five-day visit

23.08.2017

The delegation comprises four ministers, 12 lawmakers from various political parties and nine secretaries. He will also have meeting with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and other ministers. While better trade ties are likely to be the main subject of conversation when Nepal Prime Minister Deuba meets Narendra Modi , it is unlikely that Doklam will not be mentioned.

With Strictly's C-list line-up, the BBC has already dropped the glitterball

With Strictly's C-list line-up, the BBC has already dropped the glitterball

23.08.2017

They may sound like the subjects of a long-winded joke, but these are just some of the contestants who will be featuring in the next series of Strictly Come Dancing . McGee, 58, who was unveiled first, said she was a big fan of the show and had loved it when her late husband Paul Daniels was a contestant. The news was broken on the show's official Twitter profile earlier this afternoon, only hours after Good Morning Britain favourite Charlotte Hawkins was confirmed to be taking part.

House Speaker Paul Ryan takes questions at CNN town hall event

House Speaker Paul Ryan takes questions at CNN town hall event

23.08.2017

First of all, the president and I spoke on Monday morning about the need for moral clarity, about the need at this very hard time in our country to have a morally clear message, to absolutely and singularly condemn this repulsive bigotry. Ryan said last week that white supremacy is "repulsive" and said there was "no moral ambiguity" about that. When Trump was left to his own devices - specifically at a news conference supposedly on infrastructure last Tuesday - he took it all back.

Enzo Amore Makes 205 Live Debut

Enzo Amore Makes 205 Live Debut

23.08.2017

Cass took a bad fall over the top rope and landed awkwardly, leading to the match to be stopped. After that, the match continued and he got back into the ring to deliver the Empire Elbow but his knee gave out and he fell to the mat. He will be out of action in the WWE for nine months. We can confirm that Big Cass is indeed injured and the injury he seemed to pick up on RAW last night is not a work.

Charities must improve protection against online attacks, says Government

Charities must improve protection against online attacks, says Government

23.08.2017

The FTSE 350 Cyber Governance Health Check is the UK Government's annual report providing insight into how the country's biggest 350 companies deal with cyber security . Charities need to do more to educate their staff about this threat and ensure they dedicate enough time and resources to improving cyber security. 57% of businesses have a clear understanding of the potential impacts resulting from a loss of, or disruption to, key information or data assets.

U.S. defense secretary arrives in Iraq to discuss IS

U.S. defense secretary arrives in Iraq to discuss IS

23.08.2017

In his weekly press conference, Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi described Tuesday's progress as "excellent", calling it an "indication of the enemy's collapse". Iraqi and coalition aircraft have launched dozens of strikes on the city, where IS fighters have had three years to build up their defences. Meanwhile, IS said via its Amaq news agency that it had killed 114 Iraqi troops and members of "an allied militia" on the first day of fighting.

Number of American troops participating in Ulchi Freedom Guardian exercise to decrease

Number of American troops participating in Ulchi Freedom Guardian exercise to decrease

23.08.2017

Indeed, the exercises are "reckless behavior driving the situation into the uncontrollable phase of a nuclear war", Rodong Sinmun warned. North Korea's recent progress in developing nuclear weapons - as well as missiles capable of reaching the USA mainland - has ratcheted up tensions.

Sunny and windy, with highs around 82 — Sunday weather

Sunny and windy, with highs around 82 — Sunday weather

23.08.2017

South wind 3 to 5 miles per hour. Northeast wind around 5 miles per hour. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. Temperatures on Long Island will be in the mid- to upper 80s and there will be a light, southwest wind, the National Weather Service said.