Day: October 23, 2017

In the North of Italy passed a referendum about the autonomy of the two regions

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In the Northern Italian regions of Veneto and Lombardy on Sunday held a referendum on expanding the autonomy of these entities, reports RIA Novosti. In Veneto for extension of autonomy voted 98 percent of the 57 percent of the residents came to the polling stations. “This is a truly historic decision that will have serious consequences. For autonomy has received more than 2 million citizens. This is the beginning of a new history of the Veneto”, — told the Agency the head of the region Luca, Jaya. In Lombardy the turnout exceeded 40 percent, the expansion of autonomy voted by 95 percent. Both the referendum are Advisory in nature and do not carry any binding legal consequences. The regional authorities took the decision to hold the vote after a referendum on the independence of Catalonia held on 1 October. More than 90 percent of those who voted for secession of

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Chief of the army of Indonesia invited to the United States and refused to let into the country

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The Corporate, Normandy Chief of the army of Indonesia, Gatot, Normandie received an invitation from the Chairman of the joint chiefs of staff us armed forces General Joseph Dunford to visit US, but to let the country refused. About it reports CNN TV channel. Normandy had to come to the US for a conference on combating violent extremism. He was going to fly to the States from Jakarta, but shortly before that, the delegation received a notice from U.S. customs and border protection that the entry into the United States they are not allowed. CNN asked for a comment the Indonesian Embassy, where he told that are trying to achieve Washington’s explanation of the incident. The US Ambassador has already apologized to the Indonesian Minister of foreign Affairs for this situation. In the state Department and the Pentagon to comment on the situation refused.

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I think dogs you make faces? Yes, you are right!

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I think dogs you make faces? Yes, you are right! A group of scientists from the University of Portsmouth (UK) October 19, published a report which said that dogs use facial expressions to make contact with the person. Previously it was believed that their expression is involuntary emotional expression, not a deliberate action aimed at social interaction with the person. The study involved 24 dogs of different breeds and different ages. The subjects ran into the room where the man was standing. The experiment were several scenarios: the person or looked at the dog, or was to her back; in the room was treats for dogs; in one scenario, the food was not. Scientists took pictures of the dogs throughout the experiment. It turned out that mimic the movement of the dog was more active when people pay attention to the animal than when the participant of the experiment was

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Director James Tobeka accused of assaulting 38 girls

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Director James Tobeka accused of assaulting 38 girls Allegations of harassment in the address of Hollywood Director James Tobeka made 38 girls, reports the Los Angeles Times, citing the victims themselves. According to them, the man acquainted with them on the street, in parks, banks or pharmacies in Manhattan offered to “make new stars” of Hollywood. According to the newspaper, Mr. Tobak boasted of his connections in Hollywood, and then invited the women to listen to his hotel room, where he molested them and asked obscene questions. The Director himself denied all charges and said that he could not do such a thing because of health problems. James Toback acted as Director, screenwriter or producer in over a dozen films, including “Black and white” with Robert Downey Jr. and Claudia Schiffer. Earlier in the assault was accused of another Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. In early October, the Weinstein Company officially

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Died one of the founders of AC/DC’s George young

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George Young The Australian musician of Scottish descent George young died at the age of 70 years. This was reported on Facebook page of the rock band AC/DC on Monday, October 23. “With a heavy heart we announce the passing of our beloved brother and mentor George young. Without his help and guidance there would be no AC/DC”, — stated in the message. George young is the brother of Malcolm and Angus Young, the founders of AC/DC. He acted as one of the producers of the collective. In addition, young played guitar with Australian rock band the Easybeats and wrote the lyrics. The team became famous with the hit Friday on My Mind. The young were born in Scotland and moved to Australia in 1963. In 1964, George became one of the founders of The Easybeats, and ten years later Malcolm and Angus founded AC/DC.

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The Ministry proposed to introduce into the school curriculum developed in the ROC course

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The Ministry of education and science of Russia received a request from representatives of the parent community, who proposed to introduce in the school curriculum training a course called “Moral foundations of family life”, was developed by representatives of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC). About this newspaper “Kommersant” said the head of the Association of parental committees and communities Olga Letkova. She noted that the proposal was forwarded to the Deputy Minister of education and science Tatiana Sinugina. Letkova indicated that the initiative was perceived positively. “This question arises not for the first time, but the Deputy Minister said that now it is timely and reasonable,” she added. According to the authors, the rate for high school students will help students to learn “basic family values inherent in the national culture” and prepare them “to create a strong happy family with many children”. The developers of the course are the

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USA revoked the visa of the financier William Browder

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USA revoked the visa of the financier William Browder Moscow. 23 Oct. INTERFAX.RU — the United States has revoked the visa of the British finansita William Browder on the same day when Russia made the CEO of Hermitage Capital in the list of Interpol. “Not only Putin added me to the list of Interpol, and the United States at the same time withdrew my visa,” wrote Browder via Twitter. Not only did Putin add me to the list of Interpol, but the US simultaneously is revoked my visa. @jaynordlinger explains https://t.co/d8KskJ5CTK — Bill Browder (@Billbrowder) 22 Oct 2017 During the download an error has occurred. Recently the media reported that Russia put Browder on the wanted list of Interpol. It was reported that the move was sanctioned by President Vladimir Putin. Moscow has used the right to unilaterally place names-wanted to request for the arrest. In the list of wanted

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The Ministry denied discussing plans for raising the minimum seniority

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The Ministry denied discussing plans for raising the minimum seniority No changes in the pension system are not discussed, said the Ministry of labor. Previously, the newspaper “Vedomosti” reported that the authorities are inclined to increase the minimum threshold of seniority to receive old-age pension. The Ministry of labour and social protection has denied the information on the development of a plan to raise threshold of the minimum work experience as an alternative to raising the retirement age. About it with reference to the press service of the Ministry, reports “Interfax”. “There are no changes in the pension system, including minimum work experience, currently not discussed”, — said the press Secretary of the head of the Ministry of Maria Isanove. Previously, the newspaper “Vedomosti” with reference to the three Federal officials said that such plans discusses the presidential administration and the government. The sources said that the idea of raising

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The referendum in Veneto and Lombardia: residents of the region voted for autonomy

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The referendum in Veneto and Lombardia: residents of the region voted for autonomy MOSCOW, October 23 — RIA Novosti. The inhabitants of the Italian regions Lombardy and Veneto, in the course of the consultative referendum called for the expansion of the autonomy of the regions. Election Commission of Veneto said that more than 98% of voters voted for autonomy. In the voting, according to local authorities, was attended by more than 57% of voters. “This is a victory for residents of the Veneto, the victory of civic awareness, the victory of people who want to be masters in their own house,” — said the President of Veneto, Luca ZAIA. He also said that the results of the regional referendum is a historic event and promised on Monday to begin work on a “contract that we will propose to the Central authorities”. The official also noted that the regional electronic system

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Browder revoked American visa

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William Browder The head of Hermitage Capital William Browder in his Twitter reported that the U.S. government revoked his visa. A Brit in the comment to former US Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul said that this happened at the same time making Russia his name in the list of Interpol. 22 October it became known that Moscow has used a “loophole that would allow countries unilaterally to place people in its database to request arrest” and is himself made the head of Hermitage Capital in the Interpol database. While Browder said The Guardian, received an email letter from the us Department of homeland security, which reported the cancellation of his membership of simplified entry into the United States. Hermitage Capital operated in Russia from 1996 to 2006. In 2005, Browder was denied entry into the country, and later it was in absentia sentenced to nine years on charges of tax

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