Новости за 29.10.2016

ST. GEORGE, Utah (AP) — A proposed road that would cut through part of a southern Utah reserve for the Mojave Desert Tortoise — considered threatened under the Endangered Species Act — has earned initial approval despite objections from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The road through a corner of Red Cliffs Desert Reserve would lead to a possible development of 700 homes, the Spectrum reported (http://bit.ly/2eH5XRt). An agreement says developer Kirk Willey would swap 20 acres for the ability to build the road... Читать дальше...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A Louisville police detective was among two pedestrians killed early Saturday after being struck by an alleged drunken driver while the officer was in Lexington, Kentucky, for a Fraternal Order of Police conference, authorities said.

Kentucky police officer killed by alleged drunk driver (AP) — A Louisville police detective was among two pedestrians killed early Saturday after being struck by an alleged drunken driver while the officer was in Lexington, Kentucky, for a Fraternal Order of Police conference, authorities said. Schweitzer had been an officer in Jefferson County since 2001 and served as vice president of the River City FOP Lodge 614 since 2010, according to the Louisville police department's Facebook page. Because... Читать дальше...

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On Friday night, the Chicago Cubs played their first World Series game at Wrigley Field since 1945. It has been even longer since they last won a World Series: 1908.

A lot has happened in the world since the last time the Cubs were champions.

Below we take a look at how much the world has changed in the 108 years that have passed since the Cubs won the title.

African-Americans were not allowed to play baseball the last time the Cubs won the World Series. Читать дальше...

Oupa Manyisa and Luvuyo Memela missed Orlando Pirates’ 0-0 Premier Soccer League Soweto derby draw against Kaizer Chiefs because they had food poisoning.

Comey acts as if he is doing something noble and virtuous, but his vague announcement has nothing to do with what's right.

BENGHAZI, Libya (AP) — A Libyan hospital and security officials say a car exploded in the eastern city of Benghazi, killing three people including a political activist close to a powerful general. Bougages is a political activist and a fiery TV host of a daily talk show called "Frankly," which is aired on state TV.

The Bills have won the coin toss in 10 straight games, a 0.0977-percent proposition. Dolphins RB Jay Ajayi credits offseason training for his recent explosion in production. For Patriots RB LeGarrette Blount, the size of his stat line doesn’t matter. Jets RB Matt Forte, behind where he wants to be statistically, says he needs to…

Icelanders voted on Saturday in a snap election that could see the anti-establishment Pirate Party form the next government in the wake of the Panama Papers tax-dodging scandal and lingering anger over the 2008 financial meltdown. Voters are expected to punish the incumbent coalition after the Panama Papers revealed a global tax evasion scandal that ensnared several senior politicians and forced former prime minister Sigmundur David Gunnlaugsson to resign. Although the current government of... Читать дальше...

Vice President Biden says Trump has made the presidential campaign "so crude."

TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — A voluntary program that trains agricultural retailers how to reduce farm runoff that feeds harmful algae is being expanded across all of Ohio.

Ajax Cape Town piled on the pressure after conceding a third-minute goal, but went down 2-0 to SuperSport United on Saturday night.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Rodney Smith rushed for 100 yards and two touchdowns and Minnesota turned a pair of early Illinois turnovers into scores on the way to a 40-17 win Saturday.

Proof that Britain is home to the cosplay kings and queens.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department is ordering family members of employees posted to the U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul to leave because of security concerns. In a statement issued Saturday, the State Department says the decision is based on security information indicating extremist groups are continuing aggressive efforts to attack U.S. citizens in areas of Istanbul where they reside or frequent. The Consulate General remains open and fully staffed. The order applies only to the U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul... Читать дальше...

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A 58-story luxury condominium that has gained notoriety as the leaning tower of San Francisco was hit with two violation notices accusing owners of making unauthorized repairs, a newspaper reported on Saturday.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A 58-story luxury condominium that has gained notoriety as the leaning tower of San Francisco was hit with two violation notices accusing owners of making unauthorized repairs, a newspaper reported on Saturday. The building's problems have raised concerns because it lies in an earthquake fault zone, but city officials, owners of the building's high-end apartments and its developers are arguing over who is to blame.

GAITHERSBURG, Md. (AP) — Police are investigating after a vandal used chemicals to burn images of male genitalia and a swastika into a football field at a Maryland high school. Local media outlets report that the incident happened at Quince Orchard High School earlier this month. WTTG-TV reports that the incident happened right before the school's homecoming game. Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact authorities.

Dwyane Wade is showing off his love for his wife (and birthday star) Gabrielle Union in more ways than one. The “25grand” figure Wade referenced was his $25,000 fine for making a throat-slash gesture at the end of the Chicago Bulls’ 105-99 win against the Boston Celtics on Thursday night.

Bon Jovi returns to the top 10 of Billboard's radio airplay-based Adult Contemporary chart for the first time in more than five years, as "...

(ATTN: ADDS details, background throughout) SEOUL, Oct. 29 (Yonhap) -- South Korean prosecutors on Saturday raided the homes of presidential aides amid a growing public uproar over allegations of influence peddling and interference in state affairs by

The Dallas Stars have been hammered by injuries so far this season. But finally, some good news! They are going to get a little bit of help on Saturday night against the Minnesota Wild. The team announced on Saturday afternoon that Jiri Hudler has been activated from injured reserve. To make room for him on […]

The coalition of militias known as the Popular Mobilization Forces said it was pushing in from the west of the city.