Earthquakes lead Texas agency to hire seismologist
A Texas agency is hiring a seismologist as part of an effort to tackle a sudden increase in earthquakes in areas with significant oil and gas drilling activities. The Railroad Commission, the agency that regulates drilling in the Lone Star State, says Tuesday it is hiring a seismologist after holding a meeting with residents in Azle.
A Texas agency is hiring a seismologist as part of an effort to tackle a sudden increase in earthquakes in areas with significant oil and gas drilling activities. The Railroad Commission, the agency that regulates drilling in the Lone Star State, says Tuesday it is hiring a seismologist after holding a meeting with residents in Azle.
Voluntary government checkpoints spark backlash
Checkpoints, which the government insists are voluntary, are creating a backlash because of the presence of uniformed police officers. Some police departments won't participate anymore.
Checkpoints, which the government insists are voluntary, are creating a backlash because of the presence of uniformed police officers. Some police departments won't participate anymore.
New Quinnipiac study stops gun-grabbers in their tracks
A study by Mark Gius, an economist at Quinnipiac University, shows states with restrictive concealed weapons laws had higher gun-related murder rates, and that assault weapons bans had no real impact on murder rates at the state level. “These results suggest that restrictive concealed weapons laws may cause an increase in gun-related murders at the state level,” Gius wrote in his summary.
A study by Mark Gius, an economist at Quinnipiac University, shows states with restrictive concealed weapons laws had higher gun-related murder rates, and that assault weapons bans had no real impact on murder rates at the state level. “These results suggest that restrictive concealed weapons laws may cause an increase in gun-related murders at the state level,” Gius wrote in his summary.
FBI quietly drops 'law enforcement' as its primary mission
The FBI's creeping advance into the world of counterterrorism is nothing new. But quietly and without notice, the agency has finally decided to make it official in one of its organizational fact sheets. Instead of declaring "law enforcement" as its "primary function," as it has for years, the FBI fact sheet now lists "national security" as its chief mission.
The FBI's creeping advance into the world of counterterrorism is nothing new. But quietly and without notice, the agency has finally decided to make it official in one of its organizational fact sheets. Instead of declaring "law enforcement" as its "primary function," as it has for years, the FBI fact sheet now lists "national security" as its chief mission.
Only a miracle could help Sharon, hospital director says
“Despite the stabilizing of his heart, we didn’t see stabilization in other systems: the kidneys, liver and lungs,” said Prof. Zeev Rotstein, director of the Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer near Tel Aviv, during a daily update on the condition of the ailing Sharon.
“Despite the stabilizing of his heart, we didn’t see stabilization in other systems: the kidneys, liver and lungs,” said Prof. Zeev Rotstein, director of the Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer near Tel Aviv, during a daily update on the condition of the ailing Sharon.
Officials reject concerns over 500 percent radiation increase on California beach
The video, “Fukushima radiation hits San Francisco,” has been viewed nearly half-a-million times since being uploaded to YouTube on Christmas Eve, and its contents have caused concern among residents who fear that nuclear waste from the March 2011 disaster in Japan may be arriving on their side of the Pacific Ocean.
The video, “Fukushima radiation hits San Francisco,” has been viewed nearly half-a-million times since being uploaded to YouTube on Christmas Eve, and its contents have caused concern among residents who fear that nuclear waste from the March 2011 disaster in Japan may be arriving on their side of the Pacific Ocean.
Former White House Official Admitted Obama Not Good at Governing
CNN reporter Peter Hamby recounted a recent conversation with the Democratic official and quoted him as saying, "He's really good at campaigning. Maybe not governing."
CNN reporter Peter Hamby recounted a recent conversation with the Democratic official and quoted him as saying, "He's really good at campaigning. Maybe not governing."
HUGE SUNSPOT TARGETS EARTH
One of the biggest sunspots in years is crossing the center of the solar disk, putting Earth in the way of potential eruptions.
One of the biggest sunspots in years is crossing the center of the solar disk, putting Earth in the way of potential eruptions.
‘It’s Not a Hate Thing’: Boy Scouts Face Monumental Loss After Choice to Allow Openly-Gay Members
While those in support of the new-found policy are frustrated that gay leaders are still not permitted to take part, others who oppose the amendment believe that the group is abandoning its Christian heritage. Among the denominations that may cut off support for the Scouts is the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). Church leaders, according to CNN, are planning to urge the religious order’s 45,000 congregations and 16 million members to officially cut ties with the Boy Scouts.
While those in support of the new-found policy are frustrated that gay leaders are still not permitted to take part, others who oppose the amendment believe that the group is abandoning its Christian heritage. Among the denominations that may cut off support for the Scouts is the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). Church leaders, according to CNN, are planning to urge the religious order’s 45,000 congregations and 16 million members to officially cut ties with the Boy Scouts.
Asia’s Worst Nightmare: A China-Japan War
Let’s not understate the likelihood of war in East Asia or kid ourselves that the United States can remain aloof should China and Japan enter the lists. It’s tough for Westerners to fathom the nature of the competition or the passions it stokes. From an intellectual standpoint, we have little trouble comprehending the disputes pitting the Asian rivals against each other.
Let’s not understate the likelihood of war in East Asia or kid ourselves that the United States can remain aloof should China and Japan enter the lists. It’s tough for Westerners to fathom the nature of the competition or the passions it stokes. From an intellectual standpoint, we have little trouble comprehending the disputes pitting the Asian rivals against each other.
Japan Earthquake Today 2014 Strikes Yonakuni
Officials tell news that a 5.1 magnitude Yonakuni quake began just after 2:49 am local time. The quake however had substantial depth. USGS indicates to news that the Japan earthquake started one hundred forty-two miles below sea level. As a result the quake was not felt across a large area.
Officials tell news that a 5.1 magnitude Yonakuni quake began just after 2:49 am local time. The quake however had substantial depth. USGS indicates to news that the Japan earthquake started one hundred forty-two miles below sea level. As a result the quake was not felt across a large area.
‘Polar Vortex’ pushes subzero temperatures into much of U.S. Midwest
The polar air will next invade the East and South on Tuesday, bringing with it the prospect of more records falling. Highs in the single digits were expected in Georgia and Alabama, and wind chill warnings stretched as far south as Florida, with forecasts calling for minus 10 in Atlanta and minus 12 in Baltimore.
The polar air will next invade the East and South on Tuesday, bringing with it the prospect of more records falling. Highs in the single digits were expected in Georgia and Alabama, and wind chill warnings stretched as far south as Florida, with forecasts calling for minus 10 in Atlanta and minus 12 in Baltimore.
Indonesian Volcano Erupts 77 Times in 24 Hours
Mount Sinabung has displaced nearly 20,000 people from their homes since sporadic eruptions began in September. Experts have placed it under the highest alert status among the 127 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which is home to more active volcanoes than any other country and has some of the world's most lethal volcanic activity.
Mount Sinabung has displaced nearly 20,000 people from their homes since sporadic eruptions began in September. Experts have placed it under the highest alert status among the 127 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which is home to more active volcanoes than any other country and has some of the world's most lethal volcanic activity.
US woman known as Jihad Jane sentenced to 10 years in plot
An American-born woman who calls herself Jihad Jane was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Monday for a failed al-Qaeda-linked plot to kill a Swedish artist who had depicted the Prophet Mohammad's head on a dog.
An American-born woman who calls herself Jihad Jane was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Monday for a failed al-Qaeda-linked plot to kill a Swedish artist who had depicted the Prophet Mohammad's head on a dog.
Magnitude 5.1 quake off Alaska Peninsula
The Alaska Earthquake Information Center says the quake reported at 9:07 p.m. Alaska time was felt in Sand Point and Perryville. There were no immediate reports of damage.
The Alaska Earthquake Information Center says the quake reported at 9:07 p.m. Alaska time was felt in Sand Point and Perryville. There were no immediate reports of damage.
Giant Sunspot AR 1944 Keeps on Growing
Giant Sunspot AR 1944 continues to grow, it is now almost dead centre of the Sun (compare the images above taken on the 7th (today) and the 5th). I could still easily see it this afternoon with just eclipse viewing glasses despite the thin haze of cloud.
Giant Sunspot AR 1944 continues to grow, it is now almost dead centre of the Sun (compare the images above taken on the 7th (today) and the 5th). I could still easily see it this afternoon with just eclipse viewing glasses despite the thin haze of cloud.
Israeli Arabs: We don't want to be part of Palestinian state
Residents of predominantly Arab 'Triangle' see Lieberman land swap plan as unrealistic, say most would move to stay in Israel: 'The population won't agree to give up their citizenship'
Residents of predominantly Arab 'Triangle' see Lieberman land swap plan as unrealistic, say most would move to stay in Israel: 'The population won't agree to give up their citizenship'
Group unveils Satan statue design for Oklahoma
A satanic group unveiled designs Monday for a 7-foot-tall statue of Satan it wants to put at the Oklahoma state Capitol, where a Ten Commandments monument was placed in 2012. The New York-based Satanic Temple formally submitted its application...including an artist's rendering that depicts Satan as Baphomet, a goat-headed figure with horns, wings and a long beard that's often used as a symbol of the occult.
A satanic group unveiled designs Monday for a 7-foot-tall statue of Satan it wants to put at the Oklahoma state Capitol, where a Ten Commandments monument was placed in 2012. The New York-based Satanic Temple formally submitted its application...including an artist's rendering that depicts Satan as Baphomet, a goat-headed figure with horns, wings and a long beard that's often used as a symbol of the occult.
Iraq violence: US speeds up supply of military equipment
The US says it is speeding up the supply of military equipment to Iraq to help its government fight militant groups in western Anbar province. The White House said additional surveillance drones would be delivered within weeks and more Hellfire missiles sent in the next few months. Fighting in Anbar has led to some of the heaviest clashes in Iraq for years.
The US says it is speeding up the supply of military equipment to Iraq to help its government fight militant groups in western Anbar province. The White House said additional surveillance drones would be delivered within weeks and more Hellfire missiles sent in the next few months. Fighting in Anbar has led to some of the heaviest clashes in Iraq for years.
Russia's first WTO trade dispute targets EU duties
Russia has taken aim at the EU, filing its first trade dispute to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in protest against anti-dumping duties imposed by Brussels. In a statement on Monday (6 January), the Swiss-based WTO, which arbitrates on international trade, said that Moscow was seeking consultations with the EU over levies on Russian steel products and ammonium nitrate, which is mainly used in fertilisers.
Russia has taken aim at the EU, filing its first trade dispute to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in protest against anti-dumping duties imposed by Brussels. In a statement on Monday (6 January), the Swiss-based WTO, which arbitrates on international trade, said that Moscow was seeking consultations with the EU over levies on Russian steel products and ammonium nitrate, which is mainly used in fertilisers.
US failed over Syria: Saudi Prince
President Barack Obama "made mistakes" and the United States failed in its dealing with the Syrian conflict, an influential member of the Saudi Arabian royal family, told CNBC.
President Barack Obama "made mistakes" and the United States failed in its dealing with the Syrian conflict, an influential member of the Saudi Arabian royal family, told CNBC.
Libya's lurch toward Shariah sends chill through Christian community
Libya's recent edict that its coming constitution will be based on Shariah law has sent a chill through the North African nation's small Christian community. Libya's Coptic Christians, who number about 300,000, or 5 percent of the population, were allowed to practice their faith under dictator Muammar Qaddafi. But since the strongman was ousted from power, and ultimately killed, Muslim fundamentalists have increasingly filled the power void. Last month, the national assembly voted in favor of making Koranic law, or Shariah, the basis of all legislative decisions, meaning Islam will shape all future banking, criminal and financial cases.
Libya's recent edict that its coming constitution will be based on Shariah law has sent a chill through the North African nation's small Christian community. Libya's Coptic Christians, who number about 300,000, or 5 percent of the population, were allowed to practice their faith under dictator Muammar Qaddafi. But since the strongman was ousted from power, and ultimately killed, Muslim fundamentalists have increasingly filled the power void. Last month, the national assembly voted in favor of making Koranic law, or Shariah, the basis of all legislative decisions, meaning Islam will shape all future banking, criminal and financial cases.
Hundreds of Turkish police officers dismissed
Turkey has removed 350 police officers from their posts in the capital Ankara, following a corruption probe targeting people close to the government. Officials, mostly from outside the city, are to replace them. Hundreds of police have been dismissed or reassigned across the country since last month's corruption investigation. Three cabinet ministers resigned after their sons were detained in the raids.
Turkey has removed 350 police officers from their posts in the capital Ankara, following a corruption probe targeting people close to the government. Officials, mostly from outside the city, are to replace them. Hundreds of police have been dismissed or reassigned across the country since last month's corruption investigation. Three cabinet ministers resigned after their sons were detained in the raids.
Iraq violence: US speeds up supply of military equipment
The US says it is speeding up the supply of military equipment to Iraq to help its government fight militant groups in western Anbar province. The White House said additional surveillance drones would be delivered within weeks and more Hellfire missiles sent in the next few months.
The US says it is speeding up the supply of military equipment to Iraq to help its government fight militant groups in western Anbar province. The White House said additional surveillance drones would be delivered within weeks and more Hellfire missiles sent in the next few months.
Kerry: Saudi king backs Israeli-Palestinian peace push
As U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry's latest visit to the region concludes, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu again highlights Palestinian incitement against Israel • Kerry says Saudi King Abdullah offered "enthusiastic support" for U.S. diplomatic effort.
As U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry's latest visit to the region concludes, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu again highlights Palestinian incitement against Israel • Kerry says Saudi King Abdullah offered "enthusiastic support" for U.S. diplomatic effort.
Ariel Sharon, Modern Warrior
The Warrior is about to go to his fathers. If press reports are accurate, 85-year-old Israeli legend Ariel Sharon is near death. In a coma for almost eight years, “Arik” is slipping from life. Not wanting to falsely anticipate his demise (we still remember the early Titanic headlines: “All Saved!”), I do want to offer a tribute to the titanic personality.
The Warrior is about to go to his fathers. If press reports are accurate, 85-year-old Israeli legend Ariel Sharon is near death. In a coma for almost eight years, “Arik” is slipping from life. Not wanting to falsely anticipate his demise (we still remember the early Titanic headlines: “All Saved!”), I do want to offer a tribute to the titanic personality.
New CNN Poll Finds Americans' Support For Legal Weed Is Soaring
A new CNN poll has found that 55% of Americans surveyed believe that pot should be legal — a sharp increase from the past decades. The number of Americans who supported pot in 1987 was just 16%, according to CNN. It has steadily been increasing since then and was up to 43% two years ago.
A new CNN poll has found that 55% of Americans surveyed believe that pot should be legal — a sharp increase from the past decades. The number of Americans who supported pot in 1987 was just 16%, according to CNN. It has steadily been increasing since then and was up to 43% two years ago.
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