Pictures of The Day: 7/21/13

Saturday, July 27, 2013

DTN News - RUSSIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Russian Defense Ministry Signs $100 Mln Deal To Overhaul 3 Tu-160 Bombers

DTN News - RUSSIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Russian Defense Ministry Signs $100 Mln Deal To Overhaul 3 Tu-160 Bombers

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 27, 2013: (MOSCOW) - Russia's Defense Ministry has signed a 3.4 billion ruble ($103 million) contract with the Tupolev design bureau and Kazan Aircraft Plant to upgrade three Tu-160 Blackjack strategic bombers, Tupolev said Friday.

The delivery date for the supersonic, variable-geometry heavy bomber is December 31, 2015, the company said.

The ministry said last year at least 10 of the Russian Air Force’s Tu-160 bombers will be modernized by 2020, after which the upgraded aircraft will remain in service until a new-generation strategic bomber known as PAK-DA is developed.

The Tu-160, which entered service in 1987 and remains the largest supersonic aircraft in the world, is designed to engage strategic targets with nuclear and conventional weapons.

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DTN News - RUSSIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Russian Defense Ministry Signs $100 Mln Deal To Overhaul 3 Tu-160 Bombers

The delivery date for the supersonic, variable-geometry heavy bomber is December 31, 2015, the company said.

The Tu-160, which entered service in 1987 and remains the largest supersonic aircraft in the world, is designed to engage strategic targets with nuclear and conventional weapons.

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DTN News - AUSTRALIAN DEFENSE NEWS: Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles Lands Major Military Truck Order In Australia Worth €1.1 Billion

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 27, 2013: The Australian Defence Force has contracted with Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbH (RMMV) of Germany, a joint venture company of Rheinmetall AG and MAN Truck & Bus AG, to supply it with an extensive fleet of advanced logistical vehicles. Under a far-reaching modernization programme, the Australian Defence Force (ADF) is procuring some 2500 protected and non-protected logistical vehicles from Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles Australia. The recently signed contract is worth €1.1 billion (AUD 1.58 billion).

This order reinforces RMMV’s role as one of the world’s leading makers of military wheeled vehicles. In a hard-fought contest, Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles Australia overcame rival bids from top European and American competitors thanks to a compelling proposal that met the customer’s demanding specifications in every category.

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DTN News - BALI KITE FESTIVAL: Balinese Enjoying The Bali Kite Festival In Sanur, Bali, Indonesia

DTN News - BALI KITE FESTIVAL: Balinese Enjoying The Bali Kite Festival In Sanur, Bali, Indonesia

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 26, 2013: Balinese prepare to fly their traditional kites during the Bali Kite Festival in Sanur, Bali, Indonesia.

The 35th Annual Bali Kite Festival, also known as the Sanur Kite Festival. The Balinese are mad about kites and in the “Island of the Gods” the bigger the better is the norm. Kite flying and kite making is serious business. Forget childhood memories of a tiny kite with trailing ribbons; in Bali kites are huge handmade flying machines that take a team to get them off the ground.

The event, on Padang Galak beach in Sanur, will be the 34th year of this is a global happening, attracting over 1,200 kites in competition and up to 10,000 spectators. The whole process of designing, constructing and flying a kite in competition is a real team effort by whole villages. The whole community shows up complete with its own traditional gamelan orchestra to literally drum up support manically while sweet young things offer much needed cheerleading duties.

As with every facet of Balinese life, kite flying is steeped in religious symbolism. It was originally used as a way to pass on messages to the Gods, and traditional kites, which take the form of fish (Bebean) and birds (Janggan) depict Hindu deities.

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FRIDAY !!!! By DTN News

Friday

We We We So Excited

Rebecca Black

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DTN News - KOREAN PENINSULA NEWS: South Korean Pop Idol Yoon Hak Greeted By Fans

DTN News - KOREAN PENINSULA NEWS: South Korean Pop Idol Yoon Hak Greeted By Fans

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 25, 2013: Hundreds of fans brave the rain to witness South Korean pop idol Yoon Hak being discharged from military service in Yongin.

Picture: AFP

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: Belgium's Newly-Crowned King Phillipe Holidaying In France

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 25, 2013: Belgium's newly-crowned King Phillipe cycles with his sons Prince Emmanuel, centre, and Prince Gabriel as they begin a family holiday on the Ile d'Yeu, France.
Picture: EPA

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HAVE A WONDERFUL THURSDAY By DTN News

HAVE A WONDERFUL THURSDAY By DTN News

Have a Wonderful Thursday !!!!

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DTN News - EGYPT DEFENSE NEWS: US Delays Delivery of F-16 Jets Due To Egypt Unrest

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 24, 2013: The US says it is delaying the delivery of four F-16 fighter jets to Egypt amid unrest following the army's overthrow of Mohammed Morsi as president.

Pentagon spokesman George Little said the decision was made "given the current situation in Egypt".

The US is examining whether Mr Morsi's removal was a coup, which would trigger a legal requirement to cut off aid.

Earlier, Egypt's army chief called for protests to give the military a mandate to confront "potential terrorism".

But Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said he was not calling for public unrest and he urged national reconciliation.

In response, the Muslim Brotherhood, which backs Mr Morsi, said Gen Sisi was "calling for civil war".

The four F-16 jets are part of an already agreed bigger order of 20 planes, eight of which have already been sent to Egypt.

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HAVE A GREAT WEDNESDAY By DTN News

HAVE A GREAT WEDNESDAY By DTN News

Have a Great Wednesday !!!!

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: William And Kate Present Baby Prince

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 23, 2013: The Duke of Cambridge drove his family home from hospital.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have emerged from St Mary's Hospital in west London with their new baby son.

Walking out with their baby to cheers from staff and well wishers, Kate said it was "a special time for any parent".

Prince William said they were "still working on a name".

The couple then went back inside the private Lindo Wing and placed their son in a car seat. A few minutes later they came outside again and the duke drove his family home to Kensington Palace. (Photo - AP)

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: William And Kate Present Baby Prince

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 23, 2013: The new royal baby is the first child for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge - and third in line to the throne.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have emerged from St Mary's Hospital in west London with their new baby son.

Walking out with their baby to cheers from staff and well wishers, Kate said it was "a special time for any parent".

Prince William said they were "still working on a name".

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: William And Kate Present Baby Prince

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 23, 2013: Duke and Duchess of Cambridge outside the Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital with their new baby boy on 23 July 2013.

Kate and William answered a few questions from reporters, some of whom had been waiting outside for more than two weeks

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have emerged from St Mary's Hospital in west London with their new baby son.

Walking out with their baby to cheers from staff and well wishers, Kate said it was "a special time for any parent".

Prince William said they were "still working on a name".

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: William And Kate Present Baby Prince

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 23, 2013: The duchess was admitted to hospital on Monday morning and gave birth at 16:34 BST. She stayed overnight with her husband and new son.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have emerged from St Mary's Hospital in west London with their new baby son.

Walking out with their baby to cheers from staff and well wishers, Kate said it was "a special time for any parent".

Prince William said they were "still working on a name".

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: William And Kate Present Baby Prince

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 22, 2013: The couple emerged from St Mary's Hospital Hospital to a mass of reporters.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have emerged from St Mary's Hospital in west London with their new baby son.

Walking out with their baby to cheers from staff and well wishers, Kate said it was "a special time for any parent".

Prince William said they were "still working on a name".

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: William And Kate Present Baby Prince

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 23, 2013: The world gets its first glimpse of the new Prince.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have emerged from St Mary's Hospital in west London with their new baby son.

Walking out with their baby to cheers from staff and well wishers, Kate said it was "a special time for any parent".

Prince William said they were "still working on a name".

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: GOOD MORNING - TUESDAY THE ROYALS By DTN News

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(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 23, 2013: GOOD MORNING - TUESDAY THE ROYALS By DTN News

Yes ~ The Royals

It's a Baby Boy !!!!

.....David Cameron

Prime Minister of U.K.

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DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: Duchess of Cambridge Gives Birth To A Baby Boy

DTN News - ROYAL FAMILY NEWS: Duchess of Cambridge Gives Birth To A Baby Boy

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 22, 2013: (LONDON) The Duchess of Cambridge has given birth to a boy, the third in the line to the throne who may one day be the King.

“Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge was safely delivered of a son at 4.24 p.m. [London time],“ royal officials said in a statement.

“The baby weighs 8lbs 6oz. The Duke of Cambridge was present for the birth. The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Harry and members of both families have been informed and are delighted with the news. Her Royal Highness and her child are both doing well and will remain in hospital overnight.”

Cheers and singing went up in front of the Lindo Wing as news filtered through of the birth. Some people started dancing while others locked arms and sang.

Prince Charles, the father of William, the Duke of Cambridge, expressed his joy in a statement.

“Both my wife and I are overjoyed at the arrival of my first grandchild. It is an incredibly special moment for William and Catherine and we are so thrilled for them on the birth of their baby boy."

Canada's Governor-General, David Johnston, extended his congratulations to the new parents.

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DTN News - FINANCIAL CRISIS: Bankrupt Detroit Cannot Wait For Federal Cavalry-City Manager

DTN News - FINANCIAL CRISIS: Bankrupt Detroit Cannot Wait For Federal Cavalry-City Manager

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - July 21, 2013: Detroit must dig itself out of the hole it created and cannot wait to see if the federal government will come to its rescue, the city's emergency manager said on Sunday.

Kevyn Orr, charged with guiding the collapsed Motor City out of the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history, said any outside assistance would be "great" but he is not banking on it.

"Hope is not a strategy from my perspective. I can't plan on the basis of what may or may not happen or what help may or may not come," Orr said on "Fox News Sunday."

"We are not expecting the cavalry to come charging in," he said. "We have to fix it because we dug the hole."

Detroit filed for bankruptcy on Thursday, setting the stage for a costly court battle with creditors and opening a new chapter in the long struggle to revive the cradle of America's auto industry.

If approved by a federal judge, the bankruptcy would force Detroit's thousands of creditors into negotiations with Orr to resolve an estimated $18.5 billion in debt.

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