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German nature preserves have lost 75 percent of their flying insects
At 82 percent, the decline of insects biomass during midsummer, when insects populations tend to peak, proved more severe than the annual average decline. "We appear to be making vast tracts of land inhospitable to most forms of life, and are now on course for ecological Armageddon", said Professor Dave Goulson of Sussex University, who worked on the research team. [Full Article...]
OPEC says skeptics were wrong, balanced oil market in sight
With no news of potential disruptions from Iraq and Chinese growth data that was in line with market expectations, traders took the opportunity to cash in on recent gains. Last Friday U.S. President Donald Trump refused to certify Iran's compliance over a nuclear deal, leaving Congress 60 days to decide further action against Tehran. [Full Article...]
On Diwali, India announces more medical visas for Pakistani patients
In return Swaraj asked Indian High Commission in Islamabad to issue visas to the patients and their attendants. On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, Union Minister Sushma Swaraj gave a gift to patients seeking medical visas in India. [Full Article...]
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds recounts conversation with Trump
Trump gained early support in Iowa during his presidential campaign in part of emphasizing his support for the RFS program. Sasse praised Pruitt for listening to concerns during Tuesday's meeting and explaining the pressures coming from various interests. [Full Article...]
United Kingdom probes alleged money laundering link to South Africa
Mr Zuma and the Guptas strongly deny wrongdoing, and say they are victims of a "politically motivated witch-hunt". The Financial Times reported that Peter Hain had raised concerns with Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond about evidence from whistle-blowers and other sources. [Full Article...]
Melania Trump body double theories set Twitter ablaze
Melania appeared next to US President Donald Trump as he spoke about nuclear tension with Iran . The half-serious theory that she is being played by a body double just proves that we want our First Lady to be reasonably crafty, and also that we've all gone completely insane. [Full Article...]
Taliban attack almost wipes out Afghan army camp
Reports said two Taliban suicide bombers in Humvee trucks targeted the military base. "The security leadership must be assessed in Kandahar and Helmand as soon as possible". Only two of the soldiers stationed at the base escaped the attack unhurt. Afghanistan's Tolo News cited security officials as saying that at least 24 were wounded in the attack. [Full Article...]
Heartbreaking moment when fallen soldier's widow weeps over casket
At Wednesday's press briefing, White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said there was not recording of the call but several people were present when the president made the call, including Kelly, who, according to her, thought the call was completely appropriate and respectful. [Full Article...]