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Italian priest shot to death while riding his bicycle in Bangladesh

Italian priest shot to death while riding his bicycle in Bangladesh

The priest was headed to work when he received several shots, one to the head that fatally wounded him. Piero, 60 years old, had been working as a doctor in a Catholic mission in Dinajpur for quite some time. He had been living and working in the Suhiari parish in Bangladesh for several years. During the last couple of months, two attacks have been produced against Italians and three against other foreigners.

The apps that help Palestinians avoid Israeli checkpoints

The apps that help Palestinians avoid Israeli checkpoints

For Palestinians these checkpoints limit their movements, claiming the police prevent them from entering Israel when they want to visit relatives, receive medical attention or pray. Israel authorities, however, insist these checkpoints are a security measure and that thanks to them violence has been significantly reduced.

U.S. Congress approves space mining

U.S. Congress approves space mining

Aside from awaiting Obama’s signature, the bill also faces other stumbling blocks like conflicts with other countries. International space treaties don’t allow countries to claim celestial objects, although individuals may keep what they find. The market for these objects is still unclear among private businesses. Some companies are already preparing for space mining.

Thailand cancels hundreds of flights due to popular lantern festival

Thailand cancels hundreds of flights due to popular lantern festival

The flight cancellations will affect the Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai airports, to the north of the country. During three days thousands of candle-lit paper lanterns are released into the sky. Authorities have banned the release of lanterns before 9:00pm and have requested the collaboration of neighbors of Chiang Mai, where last year 1,500 offerings fell near the airport.

The strangest guest requests at hotels

The strangest guest requests at hotels

Travelodge also published a list of the strangest objects forgotten in rooms across 527 hotels in the U.K. and Spain. Among the strangest, a Harry Potter wand, a Persian cat, a mini pig and a collection of ‘El Fary’ discs. When it comes to the strangest thefts, a security agent said a robber entered the hotel gym everyday to take a water pitcher.

Keylor Navas back training and ready for the ‘Clásico’

Keylor Navas back training and ready for the ‘Clásico’

The Costa Rican keeper continues without conceding a goal at the Bernabeu this season in 6 games played. Karim Benzema remains a doubt for the match against Barcelona after relapsing with the muscle pains he has been suffering for over a month. Moreover, close sources say, “Benzema is going through the worst weeks of his life”, after being charged for the blackmail case of national teammate Mathieu Valbuena.

Estudiantes arrojan botellas de agua a los ministros de Syriza

Estudiantes arrojan botellas de agua a los ministros de Syriza

Una parte de la extrema izquierda griega acusa al gobierno de Tsipras de traicionar sus principios con las políticas actuales. En el 42 aniversario de la revuelta de 1973, que impulsó el fin de la junta militar griega, los enfrentamientos han sido especialmente violentos en la Universidad Técnica de Atenas.

El temporal en Washington deja dos muertos y 420.000 hogares sin luz

El temporal en Washington deja dos muertos y 420.000 hogares sin luz

Las autoridades piden a los ciudadanos que permanezcan en lugares donde puedan refugiarse. Las fuertes tormentas azotaron la costa del Pacífico el martes por la tarde. El viento derrumbó el tejado de un edificio pero la policía pudo rescatar con vida a los atrapados entre escombros. Cerca de Seattle un gran árbol cayó sobre un coche matando a su ocupante. Alrededor de Seattle, 315.000 hogares sin luz.

13 muertos y más de 100 heridos en un accidente de tren en Pakistán

13 muertos y más de 100 heridos en un accidente de tren en Pakistán

Aunque las autoridades no han determinado las causas del accidente, todo apunta a que se debió a un descarrilamiento. Los accidentes de tren son bastante frecuentes en Pakistán, el último fue en julio al oeste del país donde murieron 18 personas. Aunque también se producen ataques contra ferrocarriles, como el sucedido a principio de este mes cuando el Jaffer Express fue objeto de un atentado también en Baluchistán. Esta provincia situada en la frontera con Afganistán e Irán ha sido sacudida por ataques de grupos talibán.

Varios líderes del movimiento Besos de Amor, detenidos en India acusados de prostitución

Varios líderes del movimiento Besos de Amor, detenidos en India acusados de prostitución

La campaña de besos en la calle surgió como protesta después de que una turba asaltase una cafetería en Kozhikode para condenar la “actividad amoral” de las muestras de afecto de algunas parejas. Pasupalan lanzó su iniciativa con éxito en todo el país y el debate sobre “moralidad” ha abierto una brecha social en el país. El activista también está perseguido por hacer oposición al gobierno.

Identificados los 129 muertos en los atentados de París

Identificados los 129 muertos en los atentados de París

Con respecto al balance de heridos, al menos 350 personas resultaron heridas en los ataques, diez de ellas en estado grave. Sobre la operación policial puesta en marcha desde el viernes, bajo la cobertura del estado de emergencia, se han procedido a 296 registros en los que se han encontrado 40 armas, cuatro de ellas de guerra. Además, 33 personas han sido detenidas y el Ministerio del Interior dictó 114 arrestos domiciliarios.

Obama entrevista al fundador de Alibaba

Obama entrevista al fundador de Alibaba

El excéntrico empresario asiático aseguró en la entrevista que ahora mismo su prioridad es la expansión internacional. Además de Estados Unidos, Alibaba también tiene pensado introducirse en los mercados de Brasil y Rusia. Obama también entrevistó a la empresaria filipina, Aisa Mijeño, profesora de ingeniería que inventó una lámpara alimentada por agua salada. En este sentido, Obama incidió en la importancia de invertir en energías limpias.

All 129 victims of the Paris attacks have been identified

All 129 victims of the Paris attacks have been identified

The French government stated that the autopsies should end before the end of the week. In regards to the toll of injured people, at least 350 were wounded during the attacks; ten of them remain in critical state. Regarding the police operation initiated since Friday, under the state of emergency declared after the attacks, 296 searches have been carried out, 40 weapons seized, four of them of war. 33 people have been arrested and the Interior Minister ordered 114 house arrests.

Train accident in Pakistan kills 10 and injures over 100

Train accident in Pakistan kills 10 and injures over 100

Although authorities have not determined the causes of the accident, it seems to have been a derailment. Train accidents are quite frequent in Pakistan, the latest occurred in July, where 18 died. Attacks against trains have also been produced, such as the attack that took place this month to the Jaffer Express in Balochistan. This province is located near the border with Afghanistan and Iran, regions struck by the Taliban.

Operación antiterrorista en Saint-Denis: 2 muertos y 7 detenidos

Operación antiterrorista en Saint-Denis: 2 muertos y 7 detenidos

El operativo tenía como objetivo dar caza al considerado planificador del 13N, Abdelhamid Abaaud. Aunque ni las fuerzas de seguridad ni el Gobierno han confirmado que se encuentre entre los detenidos. En la operación antiterrorista participaron 110 policías de las unidades de elite RAID y BRI. Según el fiscal de París, los muertos en la operación son dos terroristas, una mujer que se ha inmolado y otro “alcanzado por proyectiles y granadas”. Además, entre los detenidos se encuentra la persona que alquiló el apartamento en el que estaban atrincherados los terroristas.

Washington weather kills 2 and leaves 420,000 homes without power

Washington weather kills 2 and leaves 420,000 homes without power

Authorities ask residents to stay indoors, where they are sheltered. Severe storms hit the Pacific coast Tuesday afternoon. The wind ripped the roof of a building, but the police were able to rescue those trapped in the rubble. Near Seattle, a large tree fell on a car, killing its driver. Around Seattle, 315,000 homes are without power.

Anti-terrorist operation in Saint-Denis: 2 dead and 7 arrested

Anti-terrorist operation in Saint-Denis: 2 dead and 7 arrested

The raid targeted the suspected mastermind behind the 13N attacks, Abdelhamid Abaaud. Neither security forces nor the government have confirmed if he is among the arrested or killed. The anti-terrorist operation counted with 110 policemen of the elite units RAID and BRI, who were under gunfire for several hours. According to the Paris prosecutor, among those killed are two terrorists, a women that blew herself up and a men who was “hit by the gunfire and grenades.” The man that rented the apartment to the terrorists was also arrested.

Obama interviews Alibaba founder

Obama interviews Alibaba founder

The eccentric Asian entrepreneur said during the interview that his current priority is international expansion. Aside from the United States, Alibaba is also looking into the Brazilian and Russian markets. Obama also interviewed Filipina entrepreneur, Aisa Mijeno, a professor of engineering who invented a lamp powered by salt water. Obama took advantage of the opportunity to highlight the importance of investing in clean energy.

Students throw water bottles at Syriza ministers

Students throw water bottles at Syriza ministers

A part of far left accuses the Tsipras government of betraying the principles that brought him to power with current policies. During the 42nd anniversary of the 1973 revolts that ended the Greek military junta, confrontations have been particularly violent at Athens Polytechnic.

Most Earth-like planet is uninhabitable

Most Earth-like planet is uninhabitable

Scientists point out that the ‘superflares’ coming from its sun red dwarf Kepler-438 are produced every 100 days and are ten times stronger than our Sun’s. These constant flares destroy the planet’s atmosphere.

Several leaders of 'Kiss of Love' movement, arrested in India for prostitution

Several leaders of 'Kiss of Love' movement, arrested in India for prostitution

The ‘Kiss of Love’ movement was born as a form of protest after a mob attacked a cafeteria in Kozhikode condemning the “immoral activity” of the couples who showed affection. Pasupalan successfully started the initiative in the entire country and the “moral” debate has divided the country. The activist is also persecuted for opposing the government.

27 Estados se oponen a acoger refugiados sirios

27 Estados se oponen a acoger refugiados sirios

Los gobernadores carecen de capacidad legal para bloquear el plan del Gobierno federal, pero han señalado que pueden obstruir ese programa por medio de recortes presupuestarios. Obama ha advertido que están “traicionando” los valores estadounidenses.

Plutón plagado de volcanes que escupen hielo

Plutón plagado de volcanes que escupen hielo

Esas estructuras se asemejan a los tipos de cráteres observados en la Tierra y en otros lugares que son propensos a vómitos geológico, como ocurre con los volcanes, y eso es lo que llevó a los científicos a darle una mirada más de cerca.

Kim Jong Un no va ningún lado sin su baño móvil

Kim Jong Un no va ningún lado sin su baño móvil

“Los baños personales de Kim no solo se montan en un tren sino también en cualquier coche en el que viaje”, dice una fuente de la provincia de Pyongyang del Sur al medio Daily NK. “Siempre que viaja un vehículo es usado como su baño personal”.

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