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Top Headlines for August 08, 2018

Posted on Wednesday August 8, 2018 by Eric Brooks

German Pilots Join Friday’s Strike at Budget Airline Ryanair

A German pilots union is joining Friday’s strike against Ryanair along with colleagues from Ireland, Sweden and Belgium at the peak of the vacation travel season.
Philippine Troops Kill 2 Suspected Bomb Couriers in South

The Philippine military says troops have killed two bomb couriers at an army checkpoint before the suspected Muslim militants could detonate the explosives in a crowded area in the restive south.
Aid Groups Protest Ongoing Bombing of Sanaa Airport

Aid groups say the international airport in Yemen’s capital has been hit with an average of one bomb every two weeks since a Saudi-led coalition closed it to all commercial traffic two years ago.
Zimbabwe Authorities Arrest Opposition Leader Tendai Biti

A Zimbabwean lawyer says that senior opposition official Tendai Biti has been arrested.
Iranian Lawmakers Oust Minister in Victory for Hard-Liners

Iranian lawmakers have voted to sack President Hassan Rouhani’s labor minister, in a victory for hard-liners opposed to the relative moderate.
UN Agency Urges Israel to Allow Emergency Fuel Into Gaza

A U.N. aid agency is calling on Israel to let emergency fuel into the Gaza Strip to avert the shutdown of hospitals and sanitation facilities.
Twitter CEO Defends Decision Not to Ban Alex Jones, Infowars

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is defending his company’s decision not to ban right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his 'Infowars' show.
Major Portuguese Wildfire Defies Attempts to Halt It

Emergency services in Portugal are struggling for a sixth day to contain a major wildfire blackening hills in the country’s southern Algarve region.
Snakes in Stacks Put DC Library Briefly Out of Circulation

A D.C. Public Library branch was briefly closed upon the discovery of some uninvited guests: snakes.
AP PHOTOS: A Nigerian Asylum-Seeker in Northern Italy

Three or four days a week, Ogochukwu Efeizomor takes a train from Lecco, a lakeside town where he stays in a center for migrants, to Italy’s financial capital, Milan.

[#Video #Editing] Top 8 Film Lighting Tutorials on Youtube

Posted on Tuesday August 7, 2018 by Eric Brooks

Top 8 Film Lighting Tutorials on Youtube

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[#Marketing #Strategy] On-Demand Meal Starter Deliveries – Knorr is Sharing Easy Meals for National Farmers Market Week (TrendHunter.com)

Posted on Tuesday August 7, 2018 by Eric Brooks

From TrendHunter.com – Marketing Strategy –On-Demand Meal Starter Deliveries – Knorr is Sharing Easy Meals for National Farmers Market Week (TrendHunter.com):

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(TrendHunter.com) For National Farmers Market Week, Knorr is offering free meal starter home deliveries in partnership with experiential technology platform Fooji. Those in Manhattan who wish to participate can send…

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Top Headlines for August 07, 2018

Posted on Tuesday August 7, 2018 by Eric Brooks

The Latest: Trump Says Iran Sanctions About ‘WORLD PEACE’

The Latest on the re-imposition of U.S. sanctions against Iran (all times local):
Arab Group Petitions Israel Court Over Jewish Nation Law

An Arab rights group in Israel has filed a petition with the Supreme Court against the country’s new and controversial Jewish state law.
The Latest: More Car Limits in France as Heat Wave Peaks

The Latest on hot weather and wildfires in Europe (all times local):
Indian Ride-Hailing Service Ola Plans UK Expansion

Indian ride-hailing service Ola is stepping up its international expansion with plans to launch in the U.K., its second overseas market.
Amnesty Urges US Coalition to Probe Syrian Civilian Deaths

An international rights group is urging the U.S.-led coalition battling the Islamic State group to investigate airstrikes that killed civilians in the campaign to liberate the Syrian city of Raqqa.
10 Things to Know for Today

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:
DP World Buys Denmark-Based Unifeeder for $764 Million

Dubai-based port operator DP World says it has bought Denmark-based Unifeeder Group for some $764 million.
Russia Warns of ‘Horrible’ Conflict if Georgia Joins NATO

Russia’s prime minister has issued a stern warning to NATO on the 10th anniversary of the Russia-Georgia war that incorporating Georgia could trigger a new 'horrible' conflict.
Free Admission to Bicentennial Exhibit at State Museum

The Illinois Bicentennial will be on full display this weekend — for free.
2 Hamas Militants Dead as Israel Returns Fire From Gaza

The Israeli military says it has targeted a Hamas military post in northern Gaza after militants opened fire, and Hamas says two of its fighters were killed.

[#Marketing #Strategy] Top 100 Eco Trends in August – From Haunting Ecological Campaigns to Smart Bus Info Boards (TrendHunter.com)

Posted on Monday August 6, 2018 by Eric Brooks

From TrendHunter.com – Marketing Strategy –Top 100 Eco Trends in August – From Haunting Ecological Campaigns to Smart Bus Info Boards (TrendHunter.com):

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(TrendHunter.com) The August 2018 eco trends paint a picture of the dedication of businesses, organizations and individuals toward an ecologically sustainable tomorrow. The push toward biodegradable materials and…

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Top Headlines for August 06, 2018

Posted on Monday August 6, 2018 by Eric Brooks

Malaysia: Indonesia Returns Yacht at Center of Graft Probe

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad says Indonesia has handed over a luxury yacht allegedly bought with money stolen in the multibillion-dollar looting of a state investment fund.
Israel Signals Any Truce With Hamas to Be Limited in Scope

An Israeli Cabinet minister says a cease-fire deal with Hamas currently being discussed involves easing some restrictions on Gaza.
The Latest: French Cities Ban Polluting Cars Amid Heat Wave

The Latest on hot weather and wildfires in Europe (all times local):
UN Says Libya Recovered Some 100 Bodies of Migrants in 2018

The U.N. refugee agency says Libya’s coast guard has recovered some 100 bodies of Europe-bound migrants off its coast in 2018.
Portugal Battles Major Wildfire in Algarve Region

Emergency services in Portugal say they are still fighting a major wildfire on the south coast that threatened to engulf a hillside town overnight.
Journalists in Hong Kong Defy Gov’t Request to Cancel Speech

A journalists’ association in Hong Kong says it will defy the Chinese government and follow through with a planned speech by an activist advocating independence from China.
Singapore Minister: Major Cyberattack May Be State-Linked

A cyberattack that breached 1.5 million health records in Singapore has been attributed to sophisticated attackers who may be state-linked, a Cabinet minister said Monday.
Human Rights Group Opposes Moving Rohingya to Island Camp

A human rights group is calling on Bangladesh’s government to abandon plans to relocate Rohingya refugees to a small, uninhabited island said to be at severe risk of serious flooding.
BMW Apologizes Over Engine Fires Caused by Hardware Problem

BMW AG’s Korean unit apologized Monday over engine fires that prompted recalls and a probe, seeking to allay concerns over images of cars engulfed in flames.
Violence Continues in Bangladesh Capital as Students Protest

Police in Bangladesh’s capital fired tear gas Monday to disperse hundreds of demonstrating students, while a prominent human rights group demanded the release of an activist arrested for criticizing the government during more than a week of protests.

[#Marketing #Strategy] Responsive Alcohol Ads – Diageo's Responsive Ads Change Based on the Weather and Time of Day (TrendHunter.com)

Posted on Sunday August 5, 2018 by Eric Brooks

From TrendHunter.com – Marketing Strategy –Responsive Alcohol Ads – Diageo's Responsive Ads Change Based on the Weather and Time of Day (TrendHunter.com):

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(TrendHunter.com) For five of its spirit brands?Gordon?s, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan, Smirnoff and Smirnoff Cider?Diageo is launching a new out-of-home campaign featuring responsive ads that change based on…

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Top Headlines for August 05, 2018

Posted on Sunday August 5, 2018 by Eric Brooks

US Teacher Rows Solo Across Atlantic in Record Time

A high school science teacher from Cincinnati, Ohio, has rowed solo across the Atlantic, setting a record for a west-to-east crossing.
Bodies of 3 Russian Journalists Killed in Africa Return Home

The bodies of three Russian journalists who were killed in Central African Republic have been brought back to Moscow, where they are to undergo a forensic examination.
Lisbon Breaks Record for Maximum Temp, Hits 44 C (111.2 F)

Lisbon has broken a 37-year-old record to notch its hottest temperature ever as an unrelenting wave of heat bakes Portugal and neighboring Spain.
UK Trade Minister Says ‘No Deal’ Brexit More Likely Than Not

Britain’s international trade minister says it’s likely the U.K. will fail to agree upon a divorce deal with the European Union before it leaves the bloc next March.
Suicide Bomber Kills 3 NATO Forces in Afghanistan

A Taliban suicide bomber killed three NATO forces on a foot patrol in eastern Afghanistan on Sunday in an attack that also wounded a U.S. soldier and two Afghan troops, NATO said in a statement.
Old-Time Plane Crashes in Swiss Alps; Casualties Uncertain

An old-time propeller plane operated by a company that offers panoramic flights has crashed in the Swiss Alps. There was no immediate word on casualties.
Egypt Says Troops Have Killed 52 Militants in Sinai

Egypt says its security forces have killed at least 52 suspected militants in recent days in the restive northern Sinai Peninsula.
Digging Up Franco: Spain Divided Over Dictator’s Legacy

Even in his grave, the 20th-century dictator who ruled Spain with an iron fist keeps dividing the country.
Iran Receives More Airplanes Ahead of Renewed US Sanctions

Iran acquired five new commercial aircraft on Sunday, a day before the U.S. begins restoring sanctions that had been lifted under the 2015 nuclear accord with world powers.
Bhullar Wins Fiji International, Els Finishes Strong for 3rd

India’s Gaganjeet Bhullar held out a record-breaking charge from Australian Anthony Quale Sunday to win the Fiji International by one stroke while Ernie Els shot a 7-under 65 to finish a further stroke behind.

[#Design #Trends] Multifunctional AR Rocket Decorations – PLUME Doubles as a Lamp, an Alarm and a Bluetooth Speaker (TrendHunter.com)

Posted on Saturday August 4, 2018 by Eric Brooks

From TrendHunter.com – Design Trends –Multifunctional AR Rocket Decorations – PLUME Doubles as a Lamp, an Alarm and a Bluetooth Speaker (TrendHunter.com):

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(TrendHunter.com) PLUME is a multifunctional AR rocket that both entertains and doubles as a homeware appliance. The product is currently being funded on Kickstarter and is sure to delight space enthusiasts. The…

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Top Headlines for August 04, 2018

Posted on Saturday August 4, 2018 by Eric Brooks

The Latest: Trump Reply to Kim Letter Delivered to NKorea FM

The Latest on U.S. warnings on violating sanctions on North Korea (all times local):
Zimbabwe Opposition Says Soldiers Search for Its Supporters

Zimbabwean soldiers were searching parts of the capital for opposition supporters to detain after the disputed election, the country’s main opposition party said Saturday, as some already were in court.
German Politician Starts New Leftist ‘Movement’

One of Germany’s most prominent left-wing politicians is launching a self-styled new 'movement' that she says is aimed at reviving the fortunes of the country’s ailing left. However, it’s being met with widespread skepticism.
US Beats Taiwan 7-0 at Women’s Softball Worlds

Alison Aguilar and Delaney Spaulding drove in three runs each as the United States beat Taiwan 7-0 Saturday to improve to 2-0 in Group A at the women’s softball world championship, a qualifier for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Russian Airline Says 18 Killed in Siberian Helicopter Crash

A Russian helicopter crashed shortly after takeoff in Siberia on Saturday, killing all 18 people aboard, its airline said.
Israel Stops Activist Boat, Gaza Teen Dies From Israeli Fire

Israel’s military says it intercepted an activist boat trying to breach a decade-old blockade of the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip.
AP PHOTOS: A Selection of Pictures From the Past Week

Here’s your look at highlights from the weekly AP photo report, a gallery featuring a mix of front-page photography, the odd image you might have missed and lasting moments our editors think you should see.
Australian Woman Detained in Bali Over Papua Link

An Australian graduate student whose honeymoon plans in Indonesia included a cultural festival in the insecure Papua region says she’s being deported after officials accused her of being a journalist.
5-Year Drought Raises Questions Over Israel’s Water Strategy

For years, public service announcements warned Israelis to save water: Take shorter showers. Plant resilient gardens. Conserve. Then Israel invested heavily in desalination technology and professed to have solved the problem by tapping into the abundant waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The once ubiquitous conservation warnings vanished.
Thailand’s Rescued Cave Boys End Stay at Buddhist Temple

With their heads bowed and wearing orange robes, the members of the boys’ soccer team rescued from almost three weeks trapped in a cave in northern Thailand on Saturday completed their time as novice Buddhist monks.

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Author: Eric Brooks

Top Headlines for August 08, 2018

[#Video #Editing] Top 8 Film Lighting Tutorials on Youtube

Top 8 Film Lighting Tutorials on Youtube

[#Marketing #Strategy] On-Demand Meal Starter Deliveries – Knorr is Sharing Easy Meals for National Farmers Market Week (TrendHunter.com)

Top Headlines for August 07, 2018

[#Marketing #Strategy] Top 100 Eco Trends in August – From Haunting Ecological Campaigns to Smart Bus Info Boards (TrendHunter.com)

Top Headlines for August 06, 2018

[#Marketing #Strategy] Responsive Alcohol Ads – Diageo's Responsive Ads Change Based on the Weather and Time of Day (TrendHunter.com)

Top Headlines for August 05, 2018

[#Design #Trends] Multifunctional AR Rocket Decorations – PLUME Doubles as a Lamp, an Alarm and a Bluetooth Speaker (TrendHunter.com)

Top Headlines for August 04, 2018

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