Новости за 27.11.2017

Here’s who President Trump and Mitch McConnell are trying to win over.

Collection under the goods and services tax (GST) slowed to Rs 83,346 crore in October, as Integrated GST was utilised for credits and rates were revised downward.It was the lowest monthly collection since GST rollout on July 1. The receipts, shared between Centre and states, were down despite October being the festival season, also due to the fact that 48 per cent did not file returns. The subdued collection could further affect the already worsening fiscal position of Centre and states.The October... Читать дальше...

From SABR member Rob Mains at Baseball Prospectus on November 27, 2017:

BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — The U.S. State Department has expressed concern about planned legislation it says could weaken Romania's fight against corruption. In a statement Monday, spokeswoman Heather Nauert said the proposals threaten "the progress Romania has made in recent years to build strong judicial institutions shielded from political interference." The statement urged Parliament "to reject proposals that weaken the rule of law and endanger the fight against corruption." Romania has been praised... Читать дальше...

From SABR member Steven Goldleaf at Bill James Online on November 26, 2017, with SABR member John Thorn:

After yet another record-breaking Black Friday online, retailers are looking to keep the momentum going this week with a flurry of new Cyber Monday deals.

White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Monday defended President Donald Trump’s use of the word “Pocahontas” to attack Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) at an event honoring Navajo code talkers.

The popular holiday tradition of Elf on the Shelf is intended to be fun, but some experts say it can also backfire.

Not been on here for a while so excuse me if this subject has been covered before, i don't get to go to many games as i work weekends. I do watch on TV if possible and get there when i can, so can only comment on what i have seen.

Is it me or is Jota just not a player for Birmingham City, he looks like a ghost on the pitch? looks lost and for me not worth the money we paid for him, watch the goal on Saturday and he just watched Leon Clarke move into space and take his shot. The other... Читать дальше...

From SABR member Adam Darowski at the Hall of Stats on November 27, 2017:

The owner of a bike store in Peterborough is charged with trafficking drugs from the downtown business.

The only flight attendant on board a plane crash that killed 71 people – including members of a Brazilian soccer team – believes she was saved by divine intervention, she revealed in new interview. Ximena Suarez was one of only six survivors after the ill-fated LaMia airlines flight plunged into the Colombian jungle near Medellin...

Jude Verret, a professional exterminator, spent 45 minutes tackling a huge nest of hornets that had been living in an outdoor shed in Patterson, Louisiana. The insects were probably not happy that their “home” was being removed piece by piece, but after 20 years of pest control experience, Verret made it out of there without one...

All 36 Nigerian governors have said they will abide by the directive of President Muhammadu Buhari to pay all outstanding salary arrears before Christmas.

All 36 Nigerian governors have said they will abide by the directive of President Muhammadu Buhari to pay all outstanding salary arrears before Christmas.

Manchester United must channel the past sides managed by the legendary Alex Ferguson and "stick with" pacesetters Manchester City in the Premier League title race, says Bryan Robson. Pep Guardiola's City have dropped just two points in 13 matches this season, scoring a sensational 42 goals in the process. United have been the best of the chasing pack, but still sit eight points adrift of their rivals. Former United and England midfielder Robson concedes that City are showing few signs of weakness... Читать дальше...

Senior Turkish ministers have strongly criticized the United States and its policies toward Turkey and the region. The criticisms come after Turkish officials said the Trump administration met a key Turkish demand to end the arming of a Syrian Kurdish militia. U.S. officials have not confirmed the Turkish government's claim and have only said that President Donald Trump informed Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan of “pending adjustments” to the military support provided to U.S. partners on the ground in Syria. Читать дальше...

"What are we watching here, 'Sesame Street' or watching the NFL?"

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• Greg Schiano had agreed to be the next head coach at Tennessee, but the school appeared to back out of the deal after public outcries.
• Coaches who have worked with Schiano jumped to his defense, with Bill Belichick saying he would vouch for the Ohio State defensive coordinator "100 percent."
• Tennessee Athletic Director John Currie is reportedly under fire from major boosters of the program for how the situation was handled.

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The third-ranked Wisconsin Badgers say they won't dwell on their recent past at the Big Ten title game going into this weekend's tilt against No. 8 Ohio State

He physically dragged Jaylen Watkins out of harm’s way.

Eagles special teamer Jaylen Watkins found himself on the turf on Sunday staring down a punt that was coming right toward him. If the ball hit him, it would’ve been a live ball and a turnover waiting to happen.

Luckily for Watkins, his teammate Kenjon Barner saved the day.

Kenjon Barner's got your back (literally) pic.twitter.com/D6t1HEzQwp

Watkins was trying... Читать дальше...

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With a $44.7 billion market value, Shire plc (NASDAQ:SHPG) ranks in the top decile in its industry group, Biotechnology, and in the top 10% of its sector group, Health Care, in market value. From the vantage point of investment attractiveness, the ranking for SHPG by Portfolio Grader places it 216 among the 349 companies in this industry group, giving it a lower than average position; in the third quartile of the sector... Читать дальше...

The health unit has been investigating the outbreak since it was declared in April 2016 and says more than 132 cases have been reported to them.