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Albanian man wanted for murder caught near US-Canadian border
After questioning the man on his immigration status, the man eventually admitted he had entered the United States through the woods. On December 20, Border Patrol agents assigned to the Champlain Station arrested an Albanian man, identified as Sandra Hiraj age 20, during a failed attempt to illegally enter the United States. [Full Article...]
Avoiding frozen pipes in extreme cold weather
The city said to date there have been four reports of underground frozen water pipes consistent with normal Winnipeg winters this time of year. If homeowners would like to save water, a tip given by experts suggest leaving an empty container under the dripping water to save for drinking water or to give to their pets. [Full Article...]
Apple prepares to enter Saudi Arabia
Amazon and Apple are discussing licensing with Riyadh on investing in the Gulf Coast kingdom of Saudi Arabia , said a pair of sources. Citing an anonymous source, the publication notes that Apple has been carrying out licensing discussions with Saudi Arabia's foreign investment authority SAGIA. [Full Article...]
4 treated after van hits building in downtown Seattle
Seattle fire says two people were transported to Harborview via Seattle fire medics. The crash was blocking all southbound lanes of Pine Street, according to the Seattle Department of Transportation. "Initial indications", according to police, show that the driver of the van suffered from a medical condition prior to the crash and lost control of the vehicle. [Full Article...]
Jesse Lingard late show steals a point for Manchester United against Burnley
United fought back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Burnley on Boxing Day. "I have something in my head but I can not tell you", said Fellaini when asked about his future. When put to him that United have spent £300million under him, he added: "It's not enough. So when you speak about big football clubs, you are speaking about the history of the club ". [Full Article...]
Time is Running Out for Federal CHIP Program
If funding runs out, many children will lose preventative care and healthcare premiums could rise. According to a report by Georgetown University released last week, 25 states will run out of funds during the month of January and six more during the month of February. [Full Article...]
AG sues EPA to protect RI from out of state air pollution
In its November Federal Register notice denying the petition, the EPA said existing programs are better suited to address the issue of smog blowing across state lines, like the Clean Air Act's "good neighbor" provision and the Cross State Air Pollution Rule. [Full Article...]
Saad Rafique's statement was an irresponsible one: DG ISPR
However, there was no damage on the Indian side, sources said, adding that the Indian army was retaliating. The incident happened on Saturday afternoon when Pakistan violated the ceasefire and opened fire on the Indian Army patrol party. He added that the objective of the programme was to provide resources to help speed up development, provide security, carry out action against terrorism, and cl... [Full Article...]