Новости за 17.05.2018

ROME (AP) — Archaeologists excavating an unexplored part of Italy's volcanic ash-covered city of Pompeii have discovered a street of houses with intact balconies that were buried when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. Some of the balconies even had amphorae — the conical-shaped terra cotta vases that were used to hold wine and oil in ancient Roman times. The culture ministry's Pompeii authority announced the discovery Thursday. It said the balconies were a "complete novelty" for this part of the buried city... Читать дальше...

DIXON, Ill. (AP) — The Latest on a shooting at a northern Illinois high school (all times local): 3:10 p.m. Police say a teenager used a 9mm semi-automatic rifle in firing shots at a northern Illinois high school before he was stopped by a school resource officer. Illinois State Police said Thursday that 19-year-old Matthew Milby's mother bought the weapon in 2012 and that investigators were working to determine how he obtained it. Milby is being held on a $2 million bond for aggravated discharge... Читать дальше...

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Researchers searching for a possible mass grave from a racial massacre in 1887 said they picked up signals Thursday of disturbed earth at a site in south Louisiana, but they cautioned they don't know yet what ground-penetrating radar detected. The signals were detected Thursday, the first day of a survey of a vacant lot in the community of Thibodaux, where locals believe white mobs dumped the bodies of African-Americans killed during a Reconstruction era rampage. The mobs were... Читать дальше...

Forwards Eder and Nani were surprise absentees from Portugal's World Cup squad with national team coach Fernando Santos opting instead for the youth of Andre Silva and Goncalo Guedes to play alongside superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.

With the beloved Chris Cotillo moving on to bigger and hopefully better things, you guys are stuck with me. My condolences.

China’s Foreign Ministry announced Thursday that it retains sole right of refusal over all gas and oil exploration and mining in the South China Sea.

LONDON (AP) — The Latest on the preparation for the marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (all times local): 9:50 p.m. Meghan Markle's mother Doria Ragland has had a series of whirlwind visits with senior royals since her arrival from California. She met Prince Harry's brother, Prince William, and his wife Kate and their two oldest children, Prince George, 4, and Princess Charlotte, 3, at Windsor Castle on Thursday afternoon. Palace officials said Harry and Meghan Markle were also present, and... Читать дальше...

While Saskatchewan prepares legislation to potentially block oil exports to B.C., Premier Scott Moe prepares to meet with his western counterparts.

Hundreds of residents gathered in the southern Spanish town of Algeciras on Thursday to protest about the increasingly violent drug trade in the underprivileged area, which is an entry point for smugglers bringing hashish and cocaine into Spain. Traffickers bring consignments of drugs onto the beach in the area, often in broad daylight, and police have been physically attacked. Police unions have asked for more resources to fight the illegal trade. Residents, local politicians and police representatives... Читать дальше...

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Susan A. Thornton
Acting Assistant Secretary, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs

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William Porter Shannon, known from his teenage years as “Spike,” loved football but instead spent a career in baseball. A quick glance at his record shows a short major-league career of five years between 1904 and 1908. A closer look at his minor-league career reveals six years with several minor-league clubs before 1904 and four years in the minors after 1908 for a playing career of 15 years. Less well known are his... Читать дальше...

The United States Collegiate Athletic Association announced its All-American squad on Wednesday.  Included on that list as a Second Team All-American was Williamson freshman Robert "Bobby" Jones.  In being named to the squad, he is the first Williamson All-American in nine seasons and he becomes the first Williamson player to earn Second team honors since the USCAA went to a split system (First, Second and Honorable mention) eight years ago.

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Nearly every indicator suggested Will Power was suffering from concussion-like symptoms after his car hit a wall during one of the first practice sessions of the 2016 season. He was dizzy, had difficulty standing when he climbed from his car the next day, and was overcome with nausea. IndyCar doctors checked him several times, determined he had a concussion and ruled him ineligible to race in the season-opener. But too many things about Power's case baffled the IndyCar medical team. Читать дальше...

Le Sénat américain a validé la nomination de Gina Haspel à titre de directrice de la CIA, malgré son rôle controversé dans des programmes de torture après les attentats du 11 septembre 2001.

OKLAHOMA CITY – An audit released Thursday revealed the Oklahoma State Department of Health mismanaged money and the layoff of nearly 200 people was unnecessary. “This report identifies numerous issues at the Health Department regarding its internal accounting processes and procedures,” said Oklahoma State Auditor Gary Jones. “Among our findings is that the agency did not need the $30 million emergency supplemental appropriation it received last November. And, we question the need to terminate 198... Читать дальше...

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump responded Thursday to European Council President Donald Tusk's criticism that he's been an unreliable partner, telling reporters the European Union has been "terrible" to the U.S. on trade and "they can call me all sorts of names." During a meeting with the leader of NATO, Trump addressed a question from a reporter about Tusk's recent comment that, given the U.S. president's recent decisions, "someone could even think, 'with friends like that, who needs enemies?'"... Читать дальше...

Cristiano Ronaldo will lead European champions Portugal in their bid for World Cup glory but there is no place for Barcelona midfielder Andre Gomes in Fernando Santos' squad. Ruben Neves also misses out despite an outstanding season in the Championship with Wolves but Joao Mario is included after being loaned to Premier League strugglers West Ham from Inter. Experienced winger Nani misses out, although fellow seasoned campaigner Ricardo Quaresma bolsters an attack featuring the likes of Ronaldo... Читать дальше...

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• Slovenian point-forward Luka Doncic is considered one of the top two prospects in the 2018 NBA Draft, but he could throw the draft for a loop if he wants to avoid being drafted by a specific team.
• One NBA draft expert said Doncic could threaten to sign an extension with his current team, Real Madrid, and skip coming to the NBA next season if he doesn't want to go to the Sacramento Kings.
• Doncic said on Thursday that his mind isn't made up about coming to the NBA next season. Читать дальше...

Relax. Take a breath. Everything’s going to be alright. The Warriors took a beating in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals, but what did you expect? More importantly, what did you want? The Houston Rockets were the NBA’s best in the regular season, winning 65 games and locking down home-court advantage throughout the playoffs. Did you expect them to lie down? Did you want them to? I hope not. After the Warriors’ snatched back the home court in Game 1... Читать дальше...

United Continental Holdings Inc. said late Thursday that Chief Financial Officer Andrew Levy has left the company. United Continental named Vice President of Finance Gerry Laderman its acting CFO and will start a search for a new one immediately, it said. "Our exceptional operational performance and our focus on productivity are driving improved profitability despite anticipated fuel headwinds and we remain confident in our existing financial guidance," Chief Executive Oscar Munoz said in a statement. Читать дальше...

FAYETTEVILLE (KFSM) — A central Arkansas judge has been assigned to hear a case involving a state Supreme Court justice and a local TV station after all seven Washington County Circuit Court judges recused themselves. The state Supreme Court granted a request Thursday (May 17) to allow circuit court judge Mackie Pierce to preside over a case brought by Supreme Court Judge Courtney Goodson, who is trying to block a conservative group’s attack ad from airing. Pierce serves on the 6th […]

May 17, 2018

On May 15, the OPCW Fact-Finding Mission released its report regarding a February 4 alleged incident in Saraqib, Syria. On May 18, officials from over 30 nations will meet in Paris to address recent chemical weapons use by States and non-State actors. More

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ALMATY, Kazakhstan — Day after day, Omir Bekali and other detainees in far western China’s new indoctrination camps had to disavow their Islamic beliefs, criticize themselves and their loved ones and give thanks to the ruling Communist Party. When Bekali, a Kazakh Muslim, refused, he was forced to stand at a wall for five hours at a time. A week later, he was sent to solitary confinement and deprived of food for 24 hours. After 20 days, he wanted to kill himself. “The psychological pressure is enormous... Читать дальше...