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Thursday, 18 January 2018
Turpin case: California children 'chained for months' http://ift.tt/2FQABTB
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Syria 'ready to down Turkish jets attacking Kurds Afrin'
Syria's government warns Turkey against launching an assault on a northern Kurdish enclave.
DEPUTY MINISTER BUTI MANAMELA TO LEAD AN AWARENESS CAMPAIGN ON FRAUDULENTLY OPERATING COLLEGES Deputy Minister for Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela will lead a nationwide public awareness campaign aimed at enforcing compliance with the relevant legislations in the private college sector. The campaign will consist of inspections and public awareness activities in major towns and cities around the country including Rustenburg, Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Nelspruit, Polokwane and Bloemfontein. Deputy Minister Manamela will be in Johannesburg tomorrow Friday, 19 January to inspect the Colleges in the area with the relevant law enforcement authorities. Members of the media are invited as follows: Date: Friday, 19 January 2018 Time: 05:30am Venue: Johannesburg Central, Kerk corner, Von Brandis Street, Kerk between Eloff and Joubert Streets Members of the media are requested to confirm their attendance with Lehlohonolo Mphuthi on Mphuthi.L@dhet.gov.za Enquiries: Matshepo Seedat, Media Liaison Officer to Deputy Minister Manamela 0826799473 Seedat.M@dhet.gov.za Issued by Government Communications (GCIS) on behalf of the Ministry of Higher Education and Training 18 January 2018
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Trump sows confusion as Republicans scramble to avert shutdown http://ift.tt/2DtrzgM
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Sweden to issue leaflets on how to prepare for war http://ift.tt/2Dsmt4A
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US police arrest two boys after vandalism killed 500k bees http://ift.tt/2Dq2ljI
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Plane that skidded off Turkey runway recovered http://ift.tt/2mU6VwT
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How an 'ice jam' caused river to burst banks in minutes http://ift.tt/2rhBjWJ
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Trump sows confusion as Republicans scramble to avert shutdown
The White House is forced to issue a statement maintaining the president backs his party's strategy.
Sweden to issue leaflets on how to prepare for war
The publication of the booklets, first issued in World War Two, comes amid rising security concerns.
US police arrest two boys after vandalism killed 500k bees
They are accused of vandalising hives at an US honey business, causing the bees to freeze to death.
Plane that skidded off Turkey runway recovered
All 168 passengers and crew survived when it slid down a cliff overlooking the Black Sea in Turkey.
How an 'ice jam' caused river to burst banks in minutes
Timelapse footage shows how a partially frozen New York river rose dramatically during a cold snap.
Humans now 'dwarf natural climate effects' http://ift.tt/2DpIrW1
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Pakistan polio: Mother and daughter killed giving vaccinations http://ift.tt/2DMeSvw
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Bayeux Tapestry explained... by kids http://ift.tt/2mRXmi3
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Humans now 'dwarf natural climate effects'
Last year was the second or third hottest year on record even without an El Niño boost.
Pope Francis marries couple on Chile flight
The pontiff performs a Catholic wedding ceremony for airline staff as he travels between cities.
Pakistan polio: Mother and daughter killed giving vaccinations
They were giving drops to children when unknown gunmen shot them dead.
Bayeux Tapestry explained... by kids
The 11th Century artwork tells the story behind one of the most famous battles in English history.
Swimmers rescued by drone 'in world first' http://ift.tt/2DK2bB9
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Turpin case: Parents of captive children due in court http://ift.tt/2DifvvA
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South Africa: Cape Town slashes water use amid drought http://ift.tt/2mL89tI
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French 'MeToo' creator Sandra Muller 'sued for defamation' http://ift.tt/2rjGwNQ
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Duchess of Cambridge meets children at Great Ormond Street http://ift.tt/2DcOVE5
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Swimmers rescued by drone 'in world first'
Lifeguards were being trained how to use the drone when the drama unfolded in what's being called a world first rescue.
Turpin case: Parents of captive children due in court
David and Louise Turpin will be asked whether they admit charges of torture and child endangerment.
South Africa: Cape Town slashes water use amid drought
Residents will be banned from using more than 50 litres of water a day from next month.
French 'MeToo' creator Sandra Muller 'sued for defamation'
Sandra Muller says the former television boss she accused of harassment is taking her to court.
Duchess of Cambridge meets children at Great Ormond Street
A little boy had a big question for Kate as she visited Great Ormond Street Hospital.
US plans open-ended military presence in Syria http://ift.tt/2rn00kI
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Italy arrests 33 'Chinese mafia' members http://ift.tt/2ES9Cph
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Padmavat: Controversial film cleared by India's top court http://ift.tt/2DnEAsz
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Detroit Motor Show: What the cars of the future may look like http://ift.tt/2ERPFis
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Fire and Fury: Trump exposé to become television series http://ift.tt/2DqhvVV
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'Code red' storm causes Dutch and German transport chaos
A fierce storm paralyses Amsterdam's Schiphol airport and hits German transport too.
US plans open-ended military presence in Syria
The US wants to ensure the enduring defeat of IS, counter Iran's influence and help end the civil war.
Italy arrests 33 'Chinese mafia' members
Police say the group was controlling the transport of Chinese-made goods across Europe.
Padmavat: Controversial film cleared by India's top court
The Supreme court cleared Padmavat for release, overturning a ban imposed by four Indian states.
Detroit Motor Show: What the cars of the future may look like
A range of concept cars and trucks are showcased at the 2018 Detroit motor show.
Fire and Fury: Trump exposé to become television series
Michael Wolff's exposé on Trump's White House is bought in a seven-figure deal.
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Drone saves two Australian swimmers in world first http://ift.tt/2DmnEmT
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Alexis Sanchez: Arsenal forward likely to join Man Utd - Arsene Wenger http://ift.tt/2mUKMij
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Drone saves two Australian swimmers in world first
Lifeguards in Australia interrupt a drone training session to save two stricken boys.
Alexis Sanchez: Arsenal forward likely to join Man Utd - Arsene Wenger
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says it is "likely" forward Alexis Sanchez will join Premier League rivals Manchester United.
UK to beef up Channel border security http://ift.tt/2mJpFye
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China's economy grows by 6.9% in 2017 http://ift.tt/2mL1orF
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Mystery deepens over mass die-off of antelopes http://ift.tt/2B8KWXA
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North Korean phone users get photo beauty app http://ift.tt/2DLFSLD
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Episode #6 of 10 How to Become a Writer in a Week Homonyms and Homophones by Sarah Stanley Brought to you by: The News of the World Whether you see someone getting berated on social media for saying “your not very nice” or read a news story about a school printing “good luck out their!” in their graduation program, homonyms and homophones are all over the place. A “homonym” is defined as: “each of two or more words having the same spelling but different meanings and origins (e.g., pole and pole); a homograph” and “each of two words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling (e.g., to, too, and two); a homophone.” Knowing which word to use in what situation is another critical skill that a good writer has perfected. The best way to avoid using the wrong word is to learn the most common homophones and memorize their correct usage. Here are some of the most commonly confused words that you should know how to correctly use: • than/then Use than for comparisons: John is much taller than his brother. Use then to indicate passage of time, or when: We went to the park in the morning, and then we left to pick up lunch. • are/our Are is a verb in present tense, a form of the verb "to be”: We are staying at the hotel closest to the stadium. Our is an an adjectival pronoun, the plural possessive form of we: They will bring our keys to the hotel lobby. • accept/except Use accept as a verb to mean receive: The organization will accept donations through the first of the month. Use except as a preposition to mean exclude: You may donate all items except car seats and cribs. • there/their/they're There can act as different parts of speech depending on how it is used in a sentence. Most commonly, it is used as a pronoun or adverb. There will be a lot to eat at the party tonight. (pronoun) Put the book over there. (adverb) Their is a pronoun: The students put their coats in the closet. They're is the contraction for they are: They're going to have practice immediately after school today. • to/too/two To can be a preposition: We're going to the park. To can indicate an infinitive when it precedes a verb: We want to help in any way we can. Too is an adverb that can mean excessively when it precedes an adjective or adverb: I ate too much ice cream for dessert. Too is a synonym for also: I ate too much ice cream for dessert, too. Two is a number: Marcy ate two pieces of pie. • you're/your You're is a contraction for you are: You're going to absolutely love this new recipe. Your is a pronoun: Please bring your books to class with you tomorrow. • it's/its It's is the contraction for it is: It's raining today, so the baseball game will be cancelled. Its is the possessive form ("possessive" means belongs to) of it: The cat is licking its paws.
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North Korea crisis: South to continue talks with 'clear eyes'
This comes amid warnings Pyongyang might be playing for time to continue its nuclear arms activity.
Kazakhstan bus fire kills 52
Five people survived the accident on the bus, thought to have been carrying many Uzbek nationals.
UK to beef up Channel border security
The UK government money will be spent on fencing, CCTV and infrared detection technology.
Cocaine found in fresh pineapples
Police in Portugal and Spain seize 754kg (1,660lbs) of drugs hidden inside a shipment of pineapples.
Facebook selfie showing murder weapon helps convict killer
Police discovered the weapon used to murder a Canadian teen in a photo she took with her friend.
US shutdown looms amid immigration feud
Congress bickers ahead of a Friday deadline to pass a temporary measure funding federal agencies.
China's economy grows by 6.9% in 2017
It's the country's first year-on-year grow figure beats Beijing's official growth target of 6.5%, though some question China's GDP data.
Apple to pay $38bn on foreign cash pile
The payment is expected to be the largest of its type following US tax code changes.
Sunken tanker Sanchi: Four oil slicks seen, says China
The Iranian ship was carrying 136,000 tons of crude when it sank in the East China Sea on 6 January.
Dylan Farrow addresses Woody Allen sexual assault claim
Woody Allen's adopted daughter says she feels "outrage" after "years of being ignored".
Mystery deepens over mass die-off of antelopes
A mass die-off of antelopes in Kazakhstan was triggered by environmental factors, scientists believe.
Naked Auschwitz demonstrators who killed sheep convicted
The group of 12 people killed a sheep, undressed, and chained themselves up at the former Nazi camp.
Man guilty of head-butting Australia ex-PM
The attacker had claimed he was motivated by a "personal hatred" for Australia's ex-PM.
'I miscarried and am now serving a 30 year sentence'
In 2016 Evelyn Hernandez was raped by a gang member and then jailed for 30 years for what her supporters say was a miscarriage.
North Korean phone users get photo beauty app
Spring Scent is the latest homegrown app available to North Korea's 3.5 million smartphone owners.
Pilcomayo River: 'Without water, we have no life'
What it's like to live in one of South America's most remote regions along the Pilcomayo River.
Beauty queen's message to racist critics
The new Miss Belgium, crowned just days ago, has already faced racist abuse on social media.
Puerto Rico school's joy as electricity restored after 112 days
Wild celebrations erupt as power is restored at a Puerto Rico school months after Hurricane Maria.
Nintendo Labo: The DIY cardboard accessory for Switch
Labo will turn Switch controllers into a piano, a fishing rod, a motorbike or even a robot suit.
Donald Trump's impact on trade in Asia
What's been the impact of Donald Trump's withdrawal of the US from the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement?
Australian Open 2018: Johanna Konta knocked out by Bernarda Pera
Johanna Konta suffers a shock defeat by world number 123 Bernarda Pera in the second round of the Australian Open.
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GOVERNMENT TO LAUNCH OPERATION FIELA II South African Government led by the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Cluster (JCPS) will launch Operation Fiela II in January 2018. Members of the media are invited to a workshop that will outline the plans around this Intergrated operation that seeks to combat crime and corruption. Picking up from the successes of Operation Fiela I, the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) will continue to implement the adopted a multi-disciplinary, integrated approach which includes all law enforcement agencies and departments, in enforcing their respective legislative mandates. Operation Fiela II will focus on the prevention and combating of various crime types and addressing the safety concerns of the citizens of the country. Operation Fiela II will continue to implement the Integrated National Action Plan to Re-asset the Authority of the state to mitigate the increased levels of lawlessness, impunity, intolerance and disregard for the rule of law that was developed in 2015. The workshop will focus on engaging members of the media on priorities and the strategic thrust of Operation Fiela II. Members of the media are invited to attend the workshop as follows: Date: Friday, 19 January 2018 Time: 10h30am Venue: Tshedimosetso House (GCIS) 1035 Cnr Frances Baard and Festival streets, HATFIELD, Pretoria, 0083 Members of the media are advised to send confirmation of their attendance to Mr Takalani Mukwevho on takalanim@gcis.gov.za Enquiries: David Jacobs on 083 681 8904 Issued by Government Communication and Information System 17 January 2018
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'I miscarried and am now serving a 30 year sentence' http://ift.tt/2ERhcRe
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Puerto Rico school's joy as electricity restored after 112 days http://ift.tt/2DJF0al
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What now for UK-France security relations? http://ift.tt/2mHdKB9
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Hebbar's Kitchen and the Indian couple behind a food video empire http://ift.tt/2FOvdQI
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