Federal Judge Blocks Texas Anti-Abortion Law

Federal Judge Blocks Texas Anti-Abortion Law

02.09.2017

He is a liberal judge who often rules against pro-life legislation, according to Texas Right to Life. The temporary block is a victory for Texas abortion providers, including Austin's Whole Woman's Health , who filed suit against the law and especially for young, low-income and rural women, most affected by harsh abortion regulations.

Hurricane Harvey now expected to cost upwards of $190B

Hurricane Harvey now expected to cost upwards of $190B

02.09.2017

Dr. Joel N. Myers, founder, president and chairman of AccuWeather , and sometimes called the "father of commercial meteorology" stated, "This will be the worst natural disaster in American history". Myers also criticised the speed of reactions by USA official after forecasters warned about the risks of the storm. "The economic impact will be felt across the country and for the rest of the year as issues created by the storm will ripple across the country and impact everything from food and ...

United States stocks close higher: S&P 500 posts 5th straight monthly gain

United States stocks close higher: S&P 500 posts 5th straight monthly gain

02.09.2017

On Wednesday Trump reiterated his call for a US corporate tax rate cut to 15 percent from 35 percent. Wall Street gained on Thursday, with the main indexes posting their fifth consecutive monthly gain, as investors reacted to economic data and remained cautiously hopeful of Washington's tax reform plan.

Kamal Haasan calls on Kerala CM Pinarayi, sets off political rumor mills

Kamal Haasan calls on Kerala CM Pinarayi, sets off political rumor mills

02.09.2017

The Universal Star ( Ulaganayakan ) had emerged from lunch with Pinarayi Vijayan, with whom he is known share a warm rapport. The actor recently took on the TN CM as well and wondered why no one has sought the resignation of the chief minister.

NEET: Day after Anitha's death protests erupt; Grieving father, actors seek justice

NEET: Day after Anitha's death protests erupt; Grieving father, actors seek justice

02.09.2017

A 12-year-old girl from Senthil Nagar School in Tamil Nadu's , Palayamkottai India, has reportedly committed suicide after jumping off the terrace of her neighbors house. Expressing shock over Anitha's suicide, Stalin said the central and the state government should assume moral responsibility for her death. As the Hindustan Times pointed out , the anger over Anitha's death should be also seen in the context of the of the growing anger in Tamil Nadu over what many see as the Centre's ...

Within 4 mins of flight launch, ISRO knew it was coming

Within 4 mins of flight launch, ISRO knew it was coming

02.09.2017

The forty first flight of India's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C39), conducted today (August 31, 2017) evening from Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR, Sriharikota , was unsuccessful. Usually, a number of tests are performed on the heat shield to guarantee successful separation. Queried about the impact of the mission failure on getting commercial launch projects, the ISRO chairman said the issue has to be studied.

President Trump to Announce Decision on Immigrant Children Program

President Trump to Announce Decision on Immigrant Children Program

02.09.2017

Hiram Soto of Alliance San Diego says an estimated 40,000 young people in San Diego are protected under D.A.C.A. When asked about DACA during an interview with the Wisconsin radio station WCLO on Friday , Ryan said Congress was already working on a legislative fix that would keep the program in place.

Cersei actor discusses meeting Daenerys during finale, mentions prophecy — Game of Thrones

02.09.2017

Will Cersei Lannister ( Lena Headey ) receive a comeuppance or a transformative realisation? Redditor Ikkbinz reckons the gross-but-good union will put Tyrion in an awkward position that might get him killed. Why doesn't anyone seem to learn from that? Forget Jon a.k.a. Aegon Targaryen. Usually leaders finish a condemnation of division by saying they know we have it in us to pull together and defeat any opponent, as Joe Biden wrote only a few days ago.

Official Says Harvey Could Have Damaged 40K Homes

Official Says Harvey Could Have Damaged 40K Homes

02.09.2017

Officials insist that the hair-raising label has more to do with the breathtaking consequences of any major dam failure upstream of the country's fourth-largest city than the actual likelihood of such a breach. The Buffalo Bayou was already over its banks when the release began. Once the flood waters recede and rescue operations have ended, the state will muster registered volunteers to mobilize to join the recovery effort in Texas, according to Tuesday's news release.

North Korea Declares Start of Pacific Offensive Amid Missile Standoff

North Korea Declares Start of Pacific Offensive Amid Missile Standoff

02.09.2017

The statement said both parties would continue "to champion. the Japan-EU Economic Partnership Agreement" while pushing for "a new economic partnership between Japan and the U.K". Prime Minister Shinzo Abe called Tuesday's missile firing an " unprecedented , grave and serious threat". The two leaders also vowed to call for tighter sanctions by the United Nations Security Council.