French prosecutor says plots included plans to attack ‘Israeli institutions or representatives of Israel in Paris’.French authorities foiled three plots to attack the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris and other cities that hosted this year’s events, the national counterterrorism prosecutor has said. Olivier Christen said on Wednesday the plots included plans to attack “Israeli institutions or representatives of Israel in Paris” during the July 26 – August 11 Olympic competition. The prosecutor told broadcaster France Info that “the Israeli team itself was not specifically targeted.” He did not give further details. Five people, including a minor, were arrested on…
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Hurricane Francine barreled toward Louisiana on Wednesday as residents made last-minute trips in the morning rain to stock up on final supplies at boarded-up businesses. The storm is expected to make landfall in the coming hours as forecasters raised threats of potentially deadly storm surge, widespread flooding and destructive winds on the northern U.S. Gulf coast. 9/10 10pm CDT: There is a danger of life-threatening storm surge from #Francine on Wednesday for the Louisiana & Mississippi coastlines where a Storm Surge Warning is in effect. Residents in the warning area should follow advice, including evacuation orders, from local officials. pic.twitter.com/dEBpi6qwbz—…
WASHINGTON, USA – On September 10, the executive board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with the Dominican Republic and considered and endorsed the staff appraisal without a meeting. A track record of sound policies and institutional policy frameworks has helped the Dominican Republic achieve robust and resilient economic growth and low inflation over the last two decades. Effective policies contributed to a growth moderation that appropriately supported inflation’s rapid and sustained return to its target last year and then aided the recovery, while close monitoring of the financial sector supported macro-financial stability. Planned enhancements to policy…
NBA Africa (www.NBA.com) today announced the 10 startup companies from seven African countries that have been selected to pitch their products to a panel of international industry leaders at a Demo Day at the NBA headquarters in New York City on Wednesday, Sept. 25 as part of “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator (http://apo-opa.co/47lTICe),” which the league launched in April 2024 to support Africa’s technology ecosystem and the next generation of African entrepreneurs. The panel will then determine the four winning companies that will be awarded financial support and mentorship, including an opportunity to participate in workshops and development programs facilitated by…
The singer-songwriter disagrees with the comments of the Jamaican icon.Nigerian award-winning singer and songwriter Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has responded to comments about Afrobeats made by Jamaican reggae legend Buju Banton.Banton recently criticised the Afrobeats genre, which is currently dominating the global music scene, accusing it of not giving due credit to reggae and dancehall, lacking musical depth, and being a culture vulture movement that stole from Jamaica.During a recent interview on The Breakfast Club, the popular American syndicated radio show hosted by DJ Envy, Charlamagne tha God, and Jess Hilarious, Tems reiterated her stance on the matter…
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With Week 1 far in the rearview, let’s focus on Week 2 when several teams (New York Giants, Carolina Panthers, Atlanta Falcons) are aiming to avoid disastrous starts.Could the Falcons make a QB switch? Will Saquon Barkley roll again? Does Jordan Mason have another 100-yard-plus rushing game in him?Yardbarker NFL writers offer a Week 2 prediction for every team in the NFC.NFC EastDALLAS COWBOYS | No touchdowns for the Saints | Against the lowly Panthers in Week 1, Saints quarterback Derek Carr went 19-of-23 for 200 yards and three TDs, but he won’t have it as easy on the road…
Amid the heavier subjects pertaining to the economy, immigration and foreign policy that featured in the debate between United States presidential contenders Kamala Harris and Donald Trump on Tuesday night were some more bizarre moments and claims. Tuesday night’s 90-minute head-to-head – seen by many as a “job interview” for the country’s top job – could very well be the only debate between the two candidates before November’s election. The strange moments during a debate can tell us as much about the potential leaders as the serious issues. So what strange comments were made, and how did the political rivals…
Nearly 3,000 people were killed when al-Qaida hijackers crashed four jetliners into the twin towers, the Pentagon and a field in southwest Pennsylvania on Sept. 11, 2001. Here is an outline of the primary events that transpired, starting with the first plane hitting the North Tower, according to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. 8:46 a.m. Five hijackers crash American Airlines Flight 11 into floors 93 through 99 of the North Tower. The 76 passengers and 11 crew members on board and hundreds inside the building die instantly. Hundreds of people are trapped above the 91st floor because the crash severs…
In Bishkek on my first visit to the Kyrgyz Republic, in the heart of Central Asia. By Bo Li This region has been at the crossroads of civilizations for millennia. It is a mosaic of a rich cultural heritage, diverse peoples, and natural endowments that include spectacular mountains, lakes, rivers, and a rich biodiversity. It is also located very favorably at the crossroads of Asia and Europe. Needless to say, it is quite truly a unique region! As we gather here today to discuss the economic possibilities for the Caucasus and Central Asia (CCA) region, we all recognize that the…