Russia makes it into top three European destinations for Chinese travellers

The number of Chinese tourists visiting Russia saw a significant boost last year, according to China’s largest travel agency, Ctrip, which organized tours for approximately 130,000 people. It told TASS that Russia was in the top three (after the UK and France) most popular destinations among European countries for Chinese travelers. Chinese tourists were showing…

North Idaho College tabbed 2018 NFCA NWAC National Coaching Staff of the Year

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Guiding North Idaho College to its first Northwest Athletic Conference championship, head coach Don Don Williams and her staff have been named the 2018 NFCA NWAC National Coaching Staff of the Year. Under the direction of Williams and assistant coaches- Shay Fuson, Laura Fierro and Dan Silva- the Cardinals finished 2018 with…

Is a mystery plane heading to Russia loaded with Venezuelan gold?

The Kremlin has called reports of 20 tons of Venezuelan gold heading to Russia fake news. Presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov advised the public against listening to rumors. On Wednesday, a member of the Venezuelan opposition and former banker at the country’s central bank, Jose Guerra, claimed he has information of the planned shipment of tons…

Saskatchewan Premier Blasts Trudeau’s Focus On Possible Quebec Job Losses

Two Western premiers say the SNC-Lavalin affair is distracting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a time when he should be focused on jobs in their region. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe took aim Thursday at the prime minister’s comments about 9,000 jobs tied to the Quebec company. By comparison, Moe said there have been thousands of…

#NFCAPLAYBALL: Sponsors, partners & exhibitors

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The 2018 NFCA Convention kicks off on Wednesday, Dec. 5 and runs through Saturday, Dec. 8 at Sheraton Grand Chicago.  Over the course of four days, attendees have a wide array of opportunities to educate themselves, network, conduct business, be recognized for their achievements, discover innovative products and most importantly, have fun. To get…

Ethiopian Airlines Crash: 18 Canadians Among 157 Passengers Killed

Click:gate valve manufacture A mother and daughter from Edmonton, a renowned Carleton University professor and an accountant with the City of Calgary were among the 18 Canadians who died Sunday when an Ethiopian Airlines plane crashed shortly after takeoff, killing all 157 aboard. Mohamed Hassan Ali said his sister, Amina Ibrahim Odowaa, and her five-year-old…

NFCA connects with travel ball coaches at USA Elite Select World Fastpitch Championships

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The NFCA connected with over 500 travel ball coaches during the USSSA coaches luncheon prior to the USA Elite Select World Fastpitch Championships in Kansas City, Mo.   Grateful for its opportunity to meet and address the travel ball community, the NFCA values the partnership with USSSA, an annual convention sponsor and…

Does fiat money encourage endless wars? RT’s Keiser Report has the answer

Fiat money allow wars with no real cost to governments, which is why the century of central banking was the century of total war, said Saifedean Ammous, a professor of economics at the Lebanese American University. “Under hard money, governments fought till they ran out of their own money. Under easy money, governments can fight…

Nanaimo Byelection: Sheila Malcolmson's Win Means NDP Government Will Keep Balance Of Power

NANAIMO, B.C. — The New Democrats won a crucial provincial byelection in British Columbia on Wednesday that allows Premier John Horgan’s minority government to maintain its grip on power after facing a spirited campaign from the Opposition Liberals. With the win, the NDP has 41 seats in the legislature and continues to hold power with…

Forty-one athletes accept invitation to 2019 USA Softball Women’s National Team Selection Trials

OKLAHOMA CITY – USA Softball announced the list of athletes invited to participate at the 2019 USA Softball Women’s National Team (WNT) Selection Trials to be held January 1-6, at the Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex in Clearwater, Fla. Those athletes who accepted the invitation to try out will vie for 18 spots on the 2019…