2019-11-13
Russian Army commandos will soon wield the latest AK-12 assault Kalashnikov rifles. The commandos based in Krasnodar Region in Russia’s south have been supplied 700 AK-12 rifles as their primary weapon. These commandos undertake special operations and the gas-operated, long-stroke gas piston, rotating bolt action AK-12 rifles will increase their lethality. “A batch of more […]
2019-11-13
Over the course of five seasons, The Bachelorette has certainly had its fair share of emotional farewells. However, it’s safe to say nothing quite prepared us for just how brutal tonight’s rose ceremony was. That’s right, Angie sent former frontrunner Ryan packing, and it was beyond intense. The drama all began once Angie had handed […]
2019-11-13
You’ve probably heard the saying “A change is as good as a holiday”, but for Luke Postlethwaite of The Biomechanics, relocating his business operations has been anything but. Do the benefits of a business relocation always outweigh the downsides, and can a business owner control the outcome? Luke Postlethwaite, owner and founder of The Biomechanics, […]
2019-11-13
Entebbe – Ugandan police have prevented organisers from holding a gay pride parade on the orders of a government minister who says such an event is illegal. Frank Mugisha, a gay rights leader in Uganda, said police blocked organisers from staging the event at two locations outside the Ugandan capital, Kampala. Mugisha said more than […]
2019-11-13
Bride and Prejudice star Milly Johnson has revealed she is pregnant with her second child. Off the back of her split with former fiancé Micah, Milly took to Instagram to share the news of their new addition. “We had been on and off for sometime. I loved him. He is the father to my son […]
2019-11-13
Hi Brains! Whilst reviewing clients file, I have noticed that they have short-paid super Jul-Sept (e.g. $2700 period when compared to the Super payable in “Pay Liabilites’ ($3,000 As I cannot nominate an amount in the Pay Liabilites, how do I enter the short-paid amount so that the bank reconciles, and ensure that the difference […]
2019-11-13
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – Forced to flee their country a decade ago to escape allegedly state-sponsored killer squads, Sri Lankan journalists living in exile doubt they’ll be able to return home soon or see justice served to their tormentors — whose alleged ringleader could come to power in this weekend’s presidential election. Exiled journalists and […]
2019-11-13
After four long weeks, the finale of this season of The Bachelorette is finally almost here. Although we are incredibly close to finding out which contestant captured Angie Kent’s heart, that knowledge doesn’t stop us Bachie tragics from obsessing over who exactly the lucky man may be, In order to help ease the suspense, we […]
2019-11-13
The murder trial of Shane Claude Roberts in the High Court at Rotorua has been aborted. The trial was into its eighth day when Justice Matthew Muir told the jury shortly after midday today it could no longer continue and they were being discharged. He said if it did resume it could have run into […]
2019-11-13
ROYALS. Spain’s King Felipe (right and Queen Letizia walk along a street in Havana on November 12, 2019. The Spanish royals are visiting Cuba for Havana’s 500th anniversary. Photo by Jorge Luis Banos/pool/AFP HAVANA, Cuba – Spain’s King Felipe VI begins an unprecedented visit to Cuba on Tuesday, November 12, to celebrate the 500th anniversary […]
2019-11-13
It’s safe to say there are many sources from which Bachie spoilers can emerge, from sneaky paparazzi shots to tip offs from anonymous people in the know. However, we can’t say we expected the host himself, Osher Günsberg, to let one slip. That’s right, Osher may or may not have just dropped a massive hint […]
2019-11-13
Hindustan Times via Getty ImagesNCP chief Sharad Pawar and Shiv Sena Chief Uddhav Thackeray in a file photo NAGPUR, Maharashtra: Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray, NCP chief Sharad Pawar and senior Congress leader Ahmed Patel on Tuesday indicated that negotiations for government formation between the three parties will go on despite the president’s rule being […]
2019-11-13
Sixty-seven people arrested by police in a Kampala bar popular with gays were charged with “common nuisance” on Tuesday, but rights activists said it was a bid to intimidate the LGBT community. The police raided the Ram Bar in the heart of the Ugandan capital on Sunday and arrested 125 people, 58 of whom were […]
2019-11-13
Lady Gaga has confused the internet this week, and we’re not sure what’s going on here, to be honest. On Monday evening — the sixth anniversary of her popular studio album, ARTPOP — Lady Gaga posted a short and not-so-sweet tribute to her obscenely popular record. i don’t remember ARTPOP — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga November […]
2019-11-13
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Tuesday agreed to remove former prime minister Nawaz Sharif’s name from the no-fly list to enable him to seek medical treatment abroad, on the condition that he deposits security bonds. The government has not yet specified whether the bond would be in the form of cash or any other asset. Imprisoned since […]
2019-11-12
Zimbabwe’s wildlife agency said on Monday it would move hundreds of elephants and other animals in a dramatic bid to save them from a lethal drought. At least 120 elephants have already died over the past two months as the country grapples with one of the worst droughts in its history. “We are moving 600 […]
2019-11-12
This just in: Caitlyn Jenner is set to call Australia home for the next few weeks. . . well, kinda. Yep, she has officially arrived down under to participate in the new season of I’m a Celebrity. . . Get Me Out of Here! UK, which films in none other than Northern New South Wales. […]
2019-11-12
Ayushmann Khurrana, Bhumi Pednekar and Yami Gautam’s latest release Bala has managed to impress one and all at the box-office. The audience as well as the critics have been entertained by the film, Directed by Amar Kaushik, the film has done phenomenally well at the box-office. On its opening day, the film earned Rs 10.15 […]
2019-11-10
Hong Kong’s demonstrations have developed into anti-Beijing expressions. (AP pic HONG KONG: China’s top official overseeing Hong Kong affairs said Beijing will ensure only people loyal to it become the city’s chief executive, damping hopes of pro-democracy activists. The majority of representatives in Hong Kong’s cabinet, judiciary and legislative bodies should also support the central […]
2019-11-05
ARCHIVE Parihaka in South Taranaki was invaded on November 5 in 1881. Any commemorations of the day in New Zealand are largely overshadowed by Guy Fawkes night, at which the failure of a plot to blow up the English House of Lords in 1605 was foiled. OPINION: Try this. Challenge yourself to think of November […]
2019-11-05
Australia’s customer-owned banking sector’s portion of housing loans climbed by 7.8 per cent in the 12 months to June, in contrast to the major banks whose share grew by just 2.6 per cent. However, the big four banks still dominate, holding 82.1 per cent of all housing loans in June, according to banking regulator data. […]
2019-11-05
Photo by Tristan Tamayo/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines—Gilas Pilipinas kicked off its series of friendlies on a winning note Monday night, but national team coach Tim Cone says the team still has a long way to go ahead of the Southeast Asian Games which will be held here. “Our challenge at this point is to make sure […]
2019-11-05
Photos by Mandy Navasero illustrate the book of poems by Clenia Postrado Dimanche. “Reflections in Poetry” is a product of collaboration between Clenia Postrado Dimanche, a former International School French teacher for 20 years and a depression survivor, and Mandy Navasero, who graduated from the Brooks Institute of Photography with a major in Illustration and […]
2019-11-05
Image: AFP/Lionel Bonaventure Movie nights once required driving to the local video store to rent, rewind and return the latest blockbuster. Now on-demand video content providers offer countless binge-worthy options at the touch of a finger. But experts say the ease of streaming services comes with a hefty environmental price tag. Watching a half-hour show […]
2019-11-05
Quinton de Kock believes Faf du Plessis will still lead South Africa in next year’s T20 World Cup in Australia but said he would probably not turn down the opportunity if asked to captain in the format. The wicketkeeper-batsman, who captained South Africa in their recent T20I series in India, has been appointed skipper of […]