kSectionSeparatorToken ``Liberal Democrats are working for a stronger economy and a fairer society, so that everyone can get on in life. That's why we are cutting taxes for working people. ``Today's announcement means that by April, Liberal Democrats will have cut your income tax bill by £600 a year. ``Liberal Democrats want fairer taxes, which is why we made raising the tax-free allowance our number one priority at the General Election -- so important that we put it on the front page of our manifesto. ``When times are tough, with rising bills and wages not keeping pace with inflation, we want to give people real, practical help. ``Cutting Income Tax will not deal with all of those problems, but it will help. And I hope it will make a big difference to every family in this country.''

Liberal Democrats cutting your taxes by £600 a year


In a final presidential journey rife with pomp and nostalgia, President Bush joined family and friends here Saturday to commission a massive new aircraft carrier named for another US president -- his father.

Aircraft carrier named after George HW Bush


Nearly half of female flight attendants at the nation's two flagship carriers, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines, are married, reflecting more Korean women continue working after marriage and childbirth.

Half of female flight attendants are married


Gay rights activists plan a ``kiss day'' at Chick-fil-A outlets nationwide Friday amid a controversy over a company official's stance against same-sex marriages.


I've been so caught up the inaugural hoopla, I almost completely forgot that I hate politics.


Michelle Obama has spoken out in favour of gay marriage in a new video posted to the internet by the White House.

Michelle Obama speaks out in favour of gay marriage


Roy Hibbert worked out for the Jazz on Wednesday and is very interested in playing for them.


In a bid to meet the growing demands for thermal broken systems in the region, Emirates Extrusions Factory, a subsidiary of M'Sharie LLC, the private equity arm of Dubai InvestmentsDubai Investments PJSC, has recently launched a new thermal break production line which aims to improve efficiency, increase production and productivity of thermal broken profiles.

Emirates Extrusions launches a new thermal break production line


One year after it launched WiMAX in Kansas City and St. Louis, Sprint quietly expanded the broadband wireless service to Columbia.


In the interview, he says of Cowell, ``He's been really good for us - always looks after us. I'm sure I'll be getting an email from him. If he's heard something happened we'll always get a congratulations or something. He's been very supportive, obviously moreso for our music. Luckily enough we've never had to disagree. He gives us a lot of freedom and stuff that we want to do. He's great, a good boss overall really.''

Niall Horan: ``Simon Cowell always looks after us''


Clarion shut down Gannon's offense in a 13-7 win over the Knights Saturday night at Gannon University Field.


COMMONWEALTH Bank of Australia Ltd says it will reduce exception fees across a range of personal and business transaction accounts.


Nishant Jain, Director, Tradeswift Broking is of the view that Fortis Healthcare has target of Rs 120.


Gardening is one of the best hobbies and involves a good deal of physical activity; it is an ideal pastime for those who want to make their own contribution to nature.


President Barack Obama said today the global economy is ``back on the path to recovery,'' although he and his G-20 summit partners must work further to resolve differences over trade and currency issues.

Obama says global economy on 'path to recovery'


Fiat, the Italian carmaker, says it is speeding up its planned takeover of Chrysler by paying back government loans to the US and Canada by the end of June and exercising its option to buy an additional 16 per cent stake in the US company for $1.27bn.


The government today said it wants the Lokpal Bill to come in the Rajya Sabha after evolving consensus among the political parties.

Government wants Lokpal Bill to come up in Rajya Sabha after consensus


President Barack Obama plans to ask Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to freeze Jewish settlements in the disputed West Bank during their first White House meeting Monday, US officials said, potentially setting up a confrontation between the American president and a close US ally.

Obama plans to ask Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to freeze Jewish settlements in the West Bank


The fourth and supposedly final 'Shrek' film, 'Shrek Forever After' was premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival at New York's Ziegfeld Theatre.

'Shrek Forever After' premiered at Tribeca


Good Morning America co-host Robin Roberts announced on the morning TV show today that she would abandon her wig.


It has been reported that Malaysia will merge the main and second boards of its stock market under new equity fund-raising guidelines to take effect in August this year.

Malaysia to merge main, second boards of stock market


Oil prices slumped on Wednesday on a government report showing that US crude and gasoline inventories are bulging with surplus supply.


This permits the permanent marking of individual medical and surgical instruments.

Permanent marking of medical instruments


Pakistani authorities on Monday recovered the bodies of 10 soldiers in an exchange of bodies with Taliban militants following a clash two weeks ago in the northwestern tribal region.


Amid talk that he could be the BJP's Prime Ministerial candidate with another victory in Gujarat, a buoyed Narendra Modi today remarked it was time to move 'forward'.


SOUTH London Harriers' veteran men's team proved themselves to be the best in the county once again by winning the over 40, 50 and 60 events at the Surrey Road relays held at Wimbledon last Saturday.

South London Harriers' veteran men prove to be the best


LOS ANGELES -- ``The Bold and the Beautiful'' won drama series honors at the Daytime Emmys on Sunday, the CBS soap opera's first such victory in 22 years on the air.

'The Bold and the Beautiful' wins drama series


North Korea faces UN sanctions if it goes ahead with a long-range missile test which will be seen as a threat to the region, South Korea's foreign minister said on Wednesday.

N Korea to face sanctions for missile test:


Jhanu Hansda won gold in the women's FITA round while Arjun Rao bagged a bronze in the men's section on the third day of the five-day competition which began on February 19.


Nurse independent prescribers can now prescribe unlicensed medicines on the same basis as doctors, as well as medicines outside their licensed indications, following regulatory changes.

Nurse prescribers can now prescribe unlicensed medicines


Aam Aadmi Party National Convener Arvind Kejriwal will contest directly against Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in the coming Delhi Assembly elections.

Arvind Kejriwal to contest against Sheila Dikshit


Federal Communications Commission Chairman Kevin Martin told the Senate Tuesday that no new laws are needed to protect consumers' ability to access the Web because the agency already has the authority to enforce net neutrality principles.


The UK is to stop sharing military information with Russia under an international convention following Moscow's failure to co-operate, the Government has announced.

UK stops sharing military information with Russia


In a world regulated by common sense, ``what is a swap?'' would have been the first question answered by the regulators--indeed, the term should have been clearly defined by the statute.


Captain Lakshmi Sehgal, arguably the last soldier of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, passed away quietly on Monday morning.

Veteran freedom fighter captain Lakshmi Sehgal passes away


A Derry ambulance crew had to wait more than five hours for an emergency ambulance, the 'Journal' can reveal.


Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty plans to lead a trade mission to China and Japan this fall to, as a news release this morning put it, ``help Minnesota companies increase exports, build strategic relationships and explore new business opportunities.''

Pawlenty to lead trade mission to China and Japan


``I have signalled our intention to invite the Netherlands and Spain to the G8 meeting'' from 8 - 10 July, Berlusconi told reporters before a working meeting with Dutch counterpart Jan Peter Balkenende.

15/05/2009berlusconi to invite Netherlands, Spain to G8 summit


Tour de France and Olympic time trial champion Bradley Wiggins has announced he will compete in next month's Tour of Britain.

Bradley Wiggins to compete in Tour of Britain


A widely available blood pressure pill could one day help people erase bad memories, perhaps treating some anxiety disorders and phobias, according to a Dutch study published on Sunday.


Health care startups in Kentucky attracted $19.2 million in capital in 2008, a sharp decline from the $32 million they attracted in 2007 and the $51.4 million attracted in 2006, according to a new report from BioEnterprise and the Mid-America Healthcare Investors Network.

Health care startups attract $19.2 million


Ten spinal cord injury patients from Jackson Rehabilitation Hospital spent their day at Crandon Park where they rode special hand bikes.

Spinal cord injury patients ride hand bikes at ...


ADVENTURER Sarah Outen has arrived in Tokyo to mark the end of the first stage of her London2London Via The World challenge.


ServiceMaster Clean, well known internationally for its cleaning and restoration services, returns in 2010 for its second season as the official sponsor of caution periods at the 19 International Speedway Corp. and Speedway Motorsports Inc. tracks, as well as Dover International Speedway.

ServiceMaster Clean returns for second season as official sponsor of the caution period


US President George W. Bush called for an end to the 40-year Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories and for the two sides to make the tough choices need for a peace deal.

Bush calls for end to Israeli occupation


President Obama explains why we need the Buffett Rule, which would ensure that people making more than $1 million a year pay at least the same share of their income in taxes as middle-class families.

President Obama explains the Buffett Rule


American Idol dropped to eight tonight as the judges didn't even contemplate using their save.


US President Barack Obama said on Friday that domestic oil drilling remains an important part of the US energy policy and is important to US security, but must be done responsibly.

Obama says oil drilling must be done responsibly


The 7th Earl of Onslow, who cheerfully advocated the removal of nobles such as himself from the House of Lords, has died at age 73.


Leeds chairman Ken Bates has refused to back down over his criticism of fans opposed to his ownership of the club.


Miss Ghana Italy 2010 was finally crowned with a bang at the conference hall of the pretigeous Vergilus Hotel at Creazzo in Vicenza.


A Providence man is accused of robbing a bank and spending the money at Twin River Casino.


Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has the entered the British election campaign by stating it was ``squeaky bum time'' for Conservative Leader David Cameron.


Billy Joel surprised a New York City high school by singing two songs and fielding some questions from the class.

Billy Joel surprises high school with two songs


Ten US college students from Southern California have been convicted of unlawfully disrupting a speech by Israel's ambassador to the US last year and placed on probation.

US students convicted for disrupting speech


HTC has launched 6 devices this quarter, only one of which, the HTC HD Mini, is Windows Mobile, but HTC's director of investor relations Joey Cheng Cheng said that despite the early adoption of Google Inc's Android by US consumers, Europeans and Asians continued to be more familiar with smartphones running on the Windows platform.

HTC -- ``Europeans and Asians continued to be more familiar with smartphones running on the Windows platform''


A freight train derailed in central New York early Wednesday, dumping about a dozen cars from the tracks, authorities said.


Three Pakistani naval officers are to face an unprecedented court martial for charges of negligence over a Taliban attack on an air base that took 17 hours to repel, officials said Thursday.


Singer Emmylou Harris could potentially be facing some pretty hefty charges, after it emerged that she is being investigated for a suspected hit and run case in Los Angeles, TMZ reports.

Emmylou Harris investigated for suspected hit and run


Japanese high-tech giant Toshiba Corp announced Friday its biggest ever loss and warned it would remain mired in the red this year because of weak demand computer chips.


Husky Energy Inc. has filed a universal short form base shelf prospectus with the Alberta Securities Commission and the US Securities and Exchange Commission,, effective June 13, 2011.


Paul, the psychic octopus, has picked Spain to win the final against Netherlands to be played on Sunday and lift the World Cup trophy.

Psychic octopus Paul picks Spain to win fifa World Cup


The US military killed a man believed to be the head of al-Qaida in Somalia and 10 others in an airstrike overnight, an Islamic insurgent group said Thursday.

US military kills believed head of al-Qaida in Somalia


SMRT has apologised for a ``serious'' security lapse that enabled two intruders to spray-paint graffiti on a train, which staff mistook for an elaborate advertisement.

SMRT apologises for 'serious' security lapse


A Bridgewater man first accused of breaking into neighbors' homes with his young daughter is now charged with breaking into a church parish with his son.

Man charged with breaking into church parish with son


Actress America Ferrera has won the best TV actress award for her role in ``Ugly Betty'' at the annual Imagen Awards held in Beverly Hills, California.

America Ferrera wins best actress for 'Ugly Betty'


Henry Schein, a provider of health-care products and services to office-based practitioners, has announced launch of a Total Health Beyond the Mouth program.

Henry Schein launches Total health Beyond the Mouth program


*Gary Coleman, 40, pleaded not guilty Tuesday to reckless driving and disorderly conduct in connection with a Sept. 6 altercation at a bowling alley, reports People.com.


The maker of Irn-Bru boosted profits by more than a quarter despite the poor summer and fierce competition.


The Reserve Bank of Australia has declared there is no urgency to lift official interest rates as a sluggish local economy and sovereign debt fears cloud the economic outlook.


``I am absolutely in love,'' revealed the 33-year-old actor, adding, age doesn't mar desirability.


A Potosi man was killed overnight in a crash in Washington County, Missouri.


Schools and area agencies on Thursday participated in a statewide earthquake drill after the state endured several earthquakes in 2011 caused by the D&L injection wells in Youngstown.

Schools, agencies participate in statewide earthquake drill


Kroger will close one of its local stores in March, but a second area store will remain open, the company said Monday.


Conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh took on Twitter during his show today, saying ``I'm too famous to be on Twitter.''

Limbaugh: 'I'm too famous to be on Twitter'


The key stock market averages lost ground to begin the week.


Max and Betty Chindamo of Abilene celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Saturday, Sept. 6, 2000, at the Hickory Tree in Smolan.


A KNIFEMAN claiming he was a drug addict robbed a 22-year-old woman of her mobile phone.


Bihar government plans a world class stadium on the outskirts of state capital besides remodelling the Moinul Haq Stadium with all the facilities required for hosting international cricket matches.

Bihar government plans world-class stadium


The United Nations urged on Thursday ``a much stronger commitment'' to Syrian refugees who have fled the violence in their country to neighboring countries.

Un urges ``stronger commitment'' to Syrian refugees


New Delhi, Feb 26 Amidst high drama, Samajwadi Party leader Amar Singh Thursday finally deposed in a city court in a two-year-old cheating case registered by him.

Amar Singh finally deposes in court in cheating case


Iberia Express and American Airlines announced the launch of a codeshare agreement from 04-Sep-2012 following approval from the US Department of Transportation.

Iberia Express and American Airlines launch codeshare agreement


South African bonds remained firm in early trade on Tuesday on the back of the steady rand and ahead of the weekly government bond auction later this morning.


Eric Clapton is bringing his Crossroads Guitar Festival back to Toyota Park in suburban Bridgeview on June 26, promoters announced Wednesday.

Eric Clapton brings Crossroads guitar Festival back to Toyota Park


Two more people have been infected with E. coli in connection with the outbreak at the University of Guelph.


What are BioGems and what is being done about them?


China Tuesday began construction of the world's longest sea bridge linking its southern economic hub of Guangdong province to Hong Kong and Macao.

China begins construction of world's longest sea bridge


A Weld County deputy and a suspect were both shot and killed on Tuesday during a shootout that happened after a high-speed police chase.

Weld County deputy, suspect both killed in shootout


Edison State college unveiled its new logo today to demonstrate the school has entered a new era.


Silver Fern wing defence Joline Henry has withdrawn from the Silver Ferns squad after announcing her pregnancy but is still keen to return to Netball in 2013.

Silver Ferns Joline Henry withdraws from squad


Pike-Lin Quilt Guild will meet at 9 am on Monday, April 15 at Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Clarksville with a program on paper piecing.


A strong winter storm has dumped up to 20 inches of snow in parts of northern Michigan, forcing officials to close some roads and many schools in the Upper Peninsula.

Winter storm dumps up to 20 inches of snow on Michigan


Gas producer BG Group said it was targeting strong growth in oil and gas production in the coming decade but near-term weakness and a bigger than expected drop in profits hit shares.


Twitter reportedly raised $5.17 million in new common and Series E preferred stock, according to a regulatory filing dug up by PEHub and GigaOm.


Haiti's leaders have revealed that more than 150,000 victims of the massive 7.3 magnitude earthquake that devastated the country on January 12 have been buried.


The Jacksonville police union wants to close public reviews when officers shoot or use other force.

Jso police union wants to close public reviews


``Metro Man'' E. Sreedharan on Saturday handed over the baton to his colleague Mangu Singh after a momentous 16-year tenure as the managing director of Delhi Metro rail Corporation during which the metro network grew far and wide across the National Capital Region.


Kevin Keegan has made a dramatic return to Newcastle after being appointed as the Premier League club's new manager on Wednesday.

Keegan makes dramatic return to Newcastle


AIRPORT expansion plans to the east of Exeter have earned the support of the district council.


Griffin Land & Nurseries, Inc. announced that its real estate business, Griffin Land , closed on a mortgage of four of its industrial buildings in New England Tradeport, Griffin Land's industrial park in East Granby and Windsor, Connecticut , with People's United Bank.


A bomb hit a school bus in the northwestern Pakistan city of Peshawar Monday, killing a passerby and wounding two schoolgirls and two other people, officials said.


Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has warned that a prolonged policy logjam could slow economic growth to 5%, a day after India unveiled long-delayed reforms aimed at reviving growth and preventing a credit rating downgrade.


``Surgical strikes are definitely feasible but whether you wish to take that decision or not is a separate issue,'' he said when asked whether such strikes were feasible.


A Delaware County community is coming together after a horrible tragedy.


Former Labour Prime Minister Tony Blair today told an inquiry into press standards that he had a ``working relationship'' with media mogul Rupert Murdoch when in office.

Tony Blair had a ``working relationship'' with media mogul Rupert Murdoch when in office


Indian companies raised USD 2.77 billion from overseas markets in September, up 16.9 per cent from a month ago, data from the Reserve Bank of India showed today.

Indian companies raised $2.77 billion from overseas markets in September


Fabrice Muamba is in a stable condition in hospital, according to Sky Sports News, after collapsing on the pitch during an FA Cup match between Tottenham and Bolton on Saturday.

Fabrice Muamba in stable condition after collapsing during FA Cup match with Tottenham


A weak international demand has seen a fall of 10% on the value of Irish exports during the month of February.

Weak international demand sees fall of 10% on Irish exports


A man jumped into the River after a truck and a van crashed near the Leonard Street bridge Sunday.


SWIMMERS and surfers were ordered out of the water when an injured hammerhead shark washed up between the flags at a Gold Coast beach.


US automotive concern Ford Motor Co. reported Thursday it returned to the black in the first quarter of 2008 thanks to rigorous cost-cutting and restructuring, dpa reported.

Ford Motor Co. returns to black in first quarter


New York state assembly proclaimed 'Gujarat Day' commemorating 50th anniversary of the state on June 9, 2010.

New York state assembly proclaims 'Gujarat Day'


HCL Technologies, India's No 4 software services provider, is looking to grab a slice of $47 billion worth of global contracts up for renewal in 2012, as customers seek new approaches to navigate the global economic slowdown.

HCL Technologies looks to grab slice of contracts up for renewal


Sri Lanka despite a great start stumbled to post a target of just 220 runs for Pakistan to chase down, in the first match at National Stadium, Karachi.

Sri Lanka stumbles to post a target of 220


A CORK dentist has been found not guilty of sexually assaulting a female trainee after a judge ruled that the prosecution had failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.

Cork dentist found not guilty of sexually assaulting female trainee


Three Orange County town supervisors have called for total elimination of the MTA payroll tax in the Mid-Hudson Valley.

Town supervisors call for total elimination of MTA payroll tax


A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with multiple vehicle burglaries in San Mateo County, police said.

Man arrested in multiple vehicle burglaries in San Mateo County


SYAC Girls Softball's spring 2008 season got under way a little late, after rainy skies postponed the season opener, slated for April 28.


US BILLIONAIRE Kirk Kerkorian said overnight he was building up a stake in Ford Motor as he praised the troubled carmaker's ``meaningful traction in its turnaround efforts''.


Crisis not over, Bundesbank warns Updated: 09:32, Wednesday March 13, 2013 The eurozone debt crisis is not yet over, even if calm appears to have returned to the financial markets, the Bundesbank warned on Tuesday as it set aside billions of euros in new risk provisions.


Rebecca Gayheart, who just announced she's pregnant with her second child, runs errands in LA.

Pregnant rebecca Gayheart runs errands in LA


Right Stuf has announced their programming schedule for Anime Expo 2009, which will be held from July 2-5, 2009, at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Right Stuf announces programming schedule for anime Expo 2009


Chinese Prime Minister Wen Jiabao said on Tuesday the global financial crisis was more serious and complex than expected and urged greater cooperation to push forward economic recovery.

China's pm Wen says financial crisis more serious than expected


Police tackle anti-government protesters as they try to breach a barricade on Jalan Ampang in front of KLCC in Kuala Lumpur April 28, 2012.

Police tackle anti-government protesters as they try to breach a barricade in Kuala Lumpur


INP/FILE Punjan Law Minister, Rana Sanaullah on Thursday said he had not threatened or supported the murder of anyone.

I did not threaten, support the murder of anyone:


Taiwan's diplomatic allies are free to develop unofficial relations with China, President Ma Ying-jeou said yesterday.

Allies can develop unofficial relations with China:


Cinepolis, the world's 4th largest cinema chain and India's first international exhibitor, launched its 4-screen multiplex in Patna.


Canadian doctors have reported two human cases of infection with raccoon roundworms, one in British Columia and the other in Ontario.

Canadian doctors report two human infections with raccoon roundworm


Amy Winehouse, who may be back with ex-husband Blake Fielder-Civil, has got a secret crush on ``X Factor'' finalist Olly Murs because he resembles her ex-boyfriend Alex Haynes.


``THIS was the first time in my career that I came across so much liquid cocaine! I never see so much liquid cocaine,'' acting Commissioner of Police James Philbert said as he reacted to the discovery of over $8 million of the illegal drug in the basement of a house in Phoenix Park, Couva, on Thursday.


A 42-year-old man has been charged over a hit and run crash in Busselton earlier this month.


After some early season struggles, Lake Howell's young boys soccer team is peaking at the right time as the postseason approaches.

Lake Howell boys soccer peaking at the right time


Busy beavers were on Friday blamed for a train derailment that spilled more than 20,000 litres of diesel fuel into the Ottawa River, which supplies the Canadian capital's drinking water.


RSM Bentley Jennison has appointed Vinodh Josh to Partner and national head of wealth advisory services.

Rsm Bentley Jennison appoints head of wealth advisory services


Democrat Jim Schellinger says education would be his top priority if he's elected governor.

Schellinger says education is his top priority


Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, who was summoned by Special Investigation Team last week in Gujarat riots case, will not appear before riot probe panel on Sunday, reports have told NDTV.


A loud applause broke out as President Benigno S. Aquino III joked that he hopes to find love in Cebu when he attempted to speak in Cebuano in his message during the opening of the 31st Sinulog Grand Parade this morning at the Cebu City Sports Center.


Doctors in Dublin and Belfast, working in the private sector, have begun their own free diabetic retinopathy screening programme, because the HSE scrapped a screening programme that should have started a year ago.

Doctors begin free screening after HSE scraps programme


Khartoum State has assigned 56 million pounds for implementation of the emergency water programme, which is scheduled to begin Monday and to last for one month.

Khartoum State assigns 56 million pounds for the emergency water programme


Rio Tinto PLC, a diversified, British-Australian, multinational mining and resources group, said Wednesday it will change its NYSE ticker symbol to RIO from RTP at the commencement of trading on Oct. 12.

RIO Tinto changes NYSE ticker symbol to RIO


A second day care worker now faces charges for allegedly taping a toddler to a sleeping mat.

Second day care worker charged with taping toddler to mat.


Insolvencies to stay high in 2013 Updated: 17:30, Wednesday March 20, 2013 The number of Australian companies going broke is expected to stay high over 2013, says accountancy firm Taylor Woodings.


A 20-year-old man has died after jumping from a bridge into the Ghost Lake reservoir, 23 kilometres west of Cochrane.

Man dies after jumping from bridge at Ghost Lake reservoir


Volvo Construction Equipment officially introduced its new $30million road machinery manufacturing facility expansion in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, in early November, to the company's dealers and customers in the construction equipment industry.

Volvo Construction equipment introduces its new facility expansion


ROBBIE Williams has admitted he would be ``over the moon'' at the prospect of rejoining Take That.


The Council of Europe is planning to organize trainings and workshops for the court officials within the parliamentary election preparations in Azerbaijan, said Special Representative of the Council of Europe Secretary General in Azerbaijan Veronika Kotek, APA reports.

Council of Europe organizes trainings and workshops for court officials within election preparations


Currency speculators went long on the US dollar in the latest week, according to Commodity Futures Trading Commission data released on Friday.

Speculators go long US dollar in latest week


State Sen. Andrew Roraback has won a four-way Republican primary in Connecticut's hotly contested 5th Congressional District.


Spanish airline Spanair said Wednesday it is cutting a third of its jobs and nine loss-making routes to survive reduced consumer demand and rising fuel prices.

Spanish airline Spanair cuts a third of its jobs


Mitt Romney would back an Israeli military strike against Iran aimed at preventing Tehran from obtaining nuclear capability, a top foreign policy adviser said early today, outlining the aggressive posture the Republican presidential candidate will take toward Iran in a speech in Israel later in the day.

Romney would back Israeli strike on Iran, adviser says


New Delhi, July 10 Drug maker Wockhardt is planning to raise Rs 790 crore through divestment of its non-core business by 2015.


In a brief court hearing Friday, prosecutors said they will not seek the death penalty against Brad Cooper.

Prosecutors will not seek death penalty against Cooper


BlackBerry has launched its Facebook mosaic competition, which is aimed at telling the story of the BlackBerry community in Nigeria by putting together several Facebook users' profile pictures.

BlackBerry launches Facebook mosaic competition


Enterprise software giant SAP has bought the intellectual property assets of Redwood City-based Coghead, a company that gives tech-savvy users the ability to create web applications without coding, according to an e-mail sent out on Thursday afternoon from Coghead chairman Paul McNamara.


Musician John Mayer, who was in news for splitting from actress Jennifer Aniston, had a trick up his sleeve to keep singer Jessica Simpson quiet and that was to tell her he was more attracted to the way she looked than how she talked, reveals a friend.

Mayer had trick up his sleeve to keep Simpson quiet


The Junction City July 4th Committee will host a New Year's Eve Ball on Dec. 31 at the Junction City American Legion.


Private Investment Group Arabian Peninsula Group announced today its plan to acquire Harman International Industries in a public tender offer.

Arabian Peninsula Group announces plan to acquire Harman International Industries


The Daily Mail reports that Cheryl Cole and Will.I.Am were involved in a car crash last night and escape with only minor injures.

Cheryl Cole and Will.I.Am involved in car crash last night


Tamera Mowry, 32, confirmed to Peoplethat she is engaged to Fox News correspondent Adam Housley, 39, just days after her twin sister Tia announced that she and husband Cory Hardrict, 31, are expecting a baby in July.


The Maldivian cabinet resigned en masse yesterday after a threat by the opposition to bring a vote of no confidence in parliament against every minister, an official said.


ConAgra Foods Inc., maker of brands such as Chef Boyardee and Slim Jim, got its $4.9 billion bid for Ralcorp Holdings Inc. rejected Wednesday, Yahoo! News reports.

ConAgra Foods: $4.9 billion bid for Ralcorp Holdings rejected


The man who allegedly shot and killed a four-month-old puppy on Quadra Island has turned himself in to the West Shore RCMP detachment in Langford.

Man who allegedly shot puppy turns himself in


Cheryl Fergison got the boot from 'EastEnders' on the ``happiest day'' of her life.

Cheryl Fergison got 'enders boot on 'happiest day'


``Zanu-PF sellouts worse than dogs,'' this was words from War Veterans leader Jabulani Sibanda when he addressed the recently ended Zanu-PF Annual National People's Conference in Bulawayo.


There have been times over the past seven seasons when Alex Ovechkin has put the Capitals on his broad shoulders and carried them.

Alex Ovechkin is putting Capitals on his shoulders and carrying them


TV antennas are making a tentative comeback in this country.


Lindsay Lohan was released from rehab at UCLA Medical Center Tuesday night, August 24.


Asia is going to be way short of the new H1N1 vaccine to fight swine flu when the next surge of infections hits during the cold season this year, a spokesman for the World Health Organisation said on Tuesday.

Asia way short of vaccine to fight swine flu:


Isipathana made it three in a row when they recorded a convincing 50-12 victory over St.Joseph's College in the Cup Final of the Zahira Rugby Sevens held on Sunday at the Royal College Sports Complex organized by Zahira College Group of Sixties.


Hurricane has inflicted serious damage on the Abasha district, Samegrelo Region.

Hurricane inflicts damage on Abasha district


Labour MP Parekura Horomia has died at his Mangatuna home, aged 62.


Pope John Paul II, the first non-Italian pontiff since 1520 to rule the Vatican City for almost 27 years till his death nearly four years back, actually faced ``two assassination plots in his native Poland''.

Pope John Paul II faced assassination plots in Poland


It's homecoming week at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and the university has a busy schedule of events lined up.

It's homecoming week at University of Alabama at Birmingham


The city of Grafton, ND, has hired a new city administrator.


Marco Melandri took his second win of the 2011 World Superbike season today at Aragon.


St. Cloud police arrested six people early today after a loud party on the city's south side.

6 arrested after loud party on the south side


PWInsider.com is reporting that the WWE has budgeted $3.5 million to create an ``Origin'' film for the Undertaker.

WWE to create an 'origin' film for the Undertaker


Two establishments were cited by the Pennsylvania Bureau of Liquor Control for serving alcoholic beverages to minors on Sept. 26.

Establishments cited for serving to minors


London Pop star Katy Perry has become the new face of hair styling brand ghd.

Katy Perry becomes face of hair styling brand ghd


(Update) Nintendo of America has announced on their Twitter account that Animal Crossing 3DS will launch during the ``first half of 2013`` in North America. On a new Nintendo Direct presentation early this morning, The Big N announced that Animal Crossing 3DS will launch on November 8th in Japan. In addition to the release date, Nintendo also revealed a few new bits of information about their next ultimate collect-a-thon. The most notable being that you will be able pick the times that shops in your town open and close. This will come as welcome news for anyone who has had to fight their system clock just to see what Tom Nook was selling on any given day. The company promised another Nintendo Direct presentation for Animal Crossing 3DS once we get closer to launch, so expect to hear some additional details on the title in about a month. As is typically the case, Nintendo Japan didn't mention anything about the Western release of Animal Crossing 3DS. However, now that the game has been nailed down to a specific release date on their home turf it seems safe to assume that we can expect a US and European release sometime in early 2013.

Animal Crossing 3DS launches this November in Japan


Randy Owen, former lead singer of Alabama, released One On One, his debut solo album yesterday.


A University of West Alabama police officer is under arrest, charged with misusing confidential law enforcement information.

University of West Alabama officer charged


X FACTOR finalist and I'm a Celebrity winner Stacey Solomon visited Mercedes Benz World on Friday to show her support for the Sam Beare Hospice in Weybridge.

X Factor finalist Stacey Solomon visits Mercedes Benz World


A West Virginia man is facing multiple animal cruelty charges in connection with the alleged maltreatment of horses on his Greenbrier County farm.


The cliché,``one good turn deserves another'' is as helpful with your golf swing as it is for everyday living.


Two small children died in a house fire this morning in western Audrain County.


On 8 April the KGB carried out a third search in the flat of presidential candidate Andrei Sannikov and journalist Irina Khalip.

KGB has carried out a third search in the flat of Sannikov and Khalip


Ian McKellen, the star of 'Lord of the Rings', has taken up Thai kickboxing at the age of 69.


To the surprise of many, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin announced today that she is resigning.

Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is resigning


Mobile operator Telenor Serbia teams with Opera Software to offer Telenor Serbia's 3 million customers a mobile internet service via the Opera Mini browser.

Telenor Serbia offers mobile internet with Opera Mini browser


Cni infoXchange Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of the BSE-listed research house that focuses on the small and mid-cap segment CNI Research, has tied up with SBI for distribution of its financial products like mutual funds, debt schemes and bonds.


Tiger Woods arrived at Augusta National on Sunday, loosened up on the new driving range and went out for a practice round in preparation for the Masters, his first tournament of the year after his self-imposed hiatus following his well-publicized sex scandal.


Gas prices can't fall fast enough for merchants that are struggling in this tough economy.


The Mega Millions winning numbers for February 10, 2012 are 3, 4, 18, 29, 50, the Mega Ball number is 20, and the Megaplier number is X 4.


Tokyo stocks closed 0.83 percent lower on Monday, with the Nikkei 225 giving up early gains as profit-taking kicked in after the benchmark index hit its highest level since the 2011 quake-tsunami disaster.


Michigan fired coach Rich Rodriguez this morning, ending a disappointing three-year tenured marred by too many losses and NCAA violations at college football's winningest program.


Dolphin births have boomed off the Alabama and Mississippi shores since Hurricane Katrina, according to a new survey published in Marine Mammal Science.

Dolphin births up since hurricane Katrina


A 20-year-old Monterey man was sentenced to 16 years to life in prison today for a 2011 fatal stabbing, the Monterey County District Attorney's Office said.

Monterey man sentenced in fatal stabbing


CFC and Bell Media have announced a three-year sponsorship of the CFC's flagship TV programme.

CFC, Bell Media announce sponsorship of CFC's TV Programme


Jaipur, Nov 16 Swine flu claimed one more life in Rajasthan as a sexagenarian succumbed to it at Jodhpur's Mahatma Gandhi Hospital, raising the state's death toll figure due to the disease to 24, a medical official said.

Swine flu claims one more life in Rajasthan


The Chicago Cubs today selected the contract of left-handed pitcher Doug Davis from Triple-A Iowa and optioned right-handed pitcher Justin Berg to Triple-A.

Cubs select the contract of left-handed pitcher Doug Davis


The San Gabriel Mission will host its first Easter morning run of St. John on Sunday, March 31.

San Gabriel Mission to host Easter morning run


Two oil tankers carrying fuel to Nato forces in Afghanistan were destroyed in a bomb blast on GT road in Peshawar.


Ansar Burney, a former Pakistan Minister and leading human rights activist, who helped in release of Kashmir Singh, an Indian spy from Pakistani jail, was not allowed to enter New Delhi by the Indian government on Friday night.


Shooting of '8' with eight separate stories was formally launched in Hyderabad recently.


BALLINA continues to struggle with violent crime following the assault and robbery of two 21-year-old Brisbane men in the main street by a gang of about 15 youths on the weekend.


BC Liberals meet Saturday to set the date of a leadership convention at which they will select a new party leader and premier.

Liberals to set date for leadership convention


A study has claimed to have found that the human sperm gene is 600 million years old that was the time of the beginning of the animal evolution.

Study claims that human sperm gene is 600 million years old


Hubert Joly, Chief Executive Officer and President of Carlson Companies, Inc., an indirect shareholder of Rezidor Hotel Group AB, listed on the OMX Nordic Exchange, today announced that Carlson intends to acquire, dependent upon market conditions, additional shares of Rezidor.

Carlson intends to acquire additional shares of Rezidor;


Travel and expense management company Concur Technologies Inc. said it's buying GlobalExpense of London for about $19.7 million.

Concur buying GlobalExpense for $19.7 million


DTI, an independent provider of discovery services, facilities management, and knowledge process outsourcing, announced that it has acquired Texas-based Providus, a provider of legal staffing, recruiting, and document review services.


Heavy equipment maker Caterpillar is planning anumber of management changes to follow Doug Oberhelman's promotion toCEO in July and replace several retiring executives.


Bulgarian customs officers seized more than 4 million pieces of smuggled cigarettes last night at the Kulata checkpoint, the press office of the National Customs Agency announced for FOCUS News Agency.

Bulgarian customs seize 4 million pieces of smuggled cigarettes


Black Hawk Down star Tom Sizemore has reportedly been arrested in LA for domestic violence.

Tom Sizemore arrested for 'domestic violence'


Kara revealed that a currently active idol group member had the ``celebrity disease'' when that person was a trainee.

Kara reveals that an idol had a the ``celebrity disease''


Andrew Bynum is sitting out of the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the New Jersey Nets to rest his sprained left ankle.

Andrew Bynum sits out with sprained ankle;


Only few hours after announcing the signings of Nikola Pekovic and Antonis Fotsis, Panathinaikos added another star to its lineup with the signing of guard Drew Nicholas for two seasons.

Panathinaikos adds former scoring champ Drew Nicholas


Former middleweight contender Herbie Kronowitz died November 9, at the age of 89.


A young girl committed suicide in Lal Shahbaz Colony, New Karachi Industrial Area police limits on Thursday.


Jenna Jameson is retiring from the porn biz... ahh boo-freakin-hoo.


More than 100 dogs were rescued from a ``hoarding situation'' at a property near Lebanon.

More than 100 dogs rescued from property near Lebanon


Prince Charles and his wife Camilla Parker-Bowles visited a massive temple in northwest London Wednesday to celebrate Holi with all the colour, music and dance of the festival, but were spared being doused in colour themselves.


MK Dons have revealed that they have turned down an approach from Blackpool for their manager Karl Robinson.

Mk Dons have turned down an approach from Blackpool for Karl Robinson


After considering Atlanta's Central Perimeter business district, Rock Tenn Co. will expand in greater Duluth.


Sen. Angus King, a former lecturer at Bowdoin College, struck a professorial tone in his first floor speech as he issued a call to action for Congress.

King strikes professorial tone in call to action


CUPERTINO, Calif. Apple has announced that MacBook Air, the world's thinnest notebook, is now shipping.


Black Keys manager denies A Nashville lawyer who opposes legislation that would crack down on ticket scalping in Tennessee alleges that a manager of The Black Keys tried to persuade him to change his position in exchange for tickets to a performance by the band.


Centigrade, a German provider of user interface services in the areas of usability engineering, user interface design and user interface development, announced that it is sponsoring the Usability Professionals' Association, the international organization that sees its purpose in supporting ``usability specialists, people from all aspects of human-centered design, and the broad family of disciplines that create the user experience in promoting the design and development of usable products''.

Centigrade sponsors usability Professionals' association (UPA)


Sharon Osbourne has quit the British reality TV contest ``X Factor'' after serving as a judge for four years.


A former US Army Sergeant, originally from Mililani, and Sergeant Major were each convicted in a bribery scheme involving a Department of Defense trucking contract during military operations in Afghanistan.

Former Army Sergeant from Mililani convicted in bribery scheme


A Tory candidate was arrested yesterday after lunging at John Prescott in an election bust-up.

Tory candidate arrested after lunging at John Prescott


USD/JPY already tested the 93.70 area, and is back on the run, heading higher; above 93.80, pair should quickly accelerate to the 94.10 area, ahead of stronger 94.40 level.


Jiangsu Shagang Group has cut the July ex-factory prices of its steel products by between 60 yuan to 200 yuan per ton effective July 11, reports Yicai, citing information from Shagang.

Shagang Group cuts July ex-factory prices


Bunawan Mayor Edwin Elorde on Sunday said giant crocodile ``Lolong'' will remain in captivity as he criticized non-government organizations who want the animal returned to the wild.


41-year-old actress Halle Berry has given birth to a baby girl over the weekend, the first child for Berry.


New Delhi: ``I have become an antique piece'' President Pranab Mukherjee joked about his transition from an active political life to the Rashtrapati Bhavan.


Two Allen County men appeared in Putnam County court earlier this week facing a charge of felonious assault.


Russia is ready to assist Azerbaijan in eliminating consequences of the natural disaster if Baku asks for help, Russian ambassador to Azerbaijan Vladimir Dorokhin told journalists during his visit to Lankaran.

Russia ready to assist Azerbaijan in eliminating consequences of natural disaster


``Kyrgyzstan one of the first adhered to the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative,'' the adviser of World Bank permanent mission in Kyrgyzstan, Zhyldyz Abdyrakhmanova, stated at today's EITI international conference ``Afterwards Validation: Seeing Ahead''.

Kyrgyzstan one of the first adhered to the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative --


Ra'anana, Israel, June 09, 2011 --- SoliCall, a leading provider of software for noise reduction, echo cancellation and audio quality improvement, announced today that it has added wideband support to its enterprise level PBXMate product.

SoliCall adds wideband support to its PBXMate


Columbus State University has now educated and trained more than 1,000 students in mainframe and large enterprise skills specifically for careers at TSYS, a leading provider of electronic payments solutions.

Columbus State University celebrates educating over 1,000 students on mainframe skills


After some early miscues, Arlington got its offense in gear to subdue a stubborn Weatherford team 42-14 in a penalty-marred game at Kangaroo Stadium.


Van Gundy believes that Howard got his brother, former Magic coach Stan Van Gundy, fired in Orlando, and he's not afraid to call out Howard when he feels it is necessary.


Pippa Middleton spent the weekend at a British aristocrat's home following her split from her long-term boyfriend.

Pippa Middleton spends weekend with aristocrat


Big agencies are lagging behind advertisers in their understanding and engagement with mobile, according to Sean Gregory, MD of mobile operator sales division O2 Media, and Daniel Rosen, mobile director of creative digital agency AKQA.

Agencies lag behind advertisers in understanding of mobile


A promising Southland speedway rider is recovering well after crashing during the Burt Munro Challenge.


shellygirl6 Barrino's 'brazen behaviour' blasted by love rival: http://bit.ly/dk3Da3 - at this newz 1 hour ago Celeball01 Actr... http://bit.ly/cqweSl 4 hours ago


Military officials have released more details in the death of a US Marine from East Grand Forks.

Officials release details in death of US Marine


Mesa police officers shot and killed a man at an apartment complex early Thursday morning, officials said.

Mesa police shoot, kill man at apartment complex


China announced its readiness to cooperate with Sudan and the International Community to overcome ICC Prosecutor General's arrest warrant for President Al-Bashir.

China announces its'' readiness to cooperate with Sudan


Four people escaped injury when two planes collided at the Skagit Regional Airport in Burlington.

Two planes collide at Skagit Airport in Burlington


London, Aug 14 Actress Vanessa Paradis says she is in ``pain'' following her split from actor Johnny Depp.


Etihad Airways will launch daily flights to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's commercial capital and most populous city, in October 2013.

Etihad launches flights to Ho Chi Minh City


The Toronto Raptors are moving executive Bryan Colangelo out of basketball operations and into a corporate position with the team.

Toronto Raptors moving Bryan Colangelo out of basketball operations


Dollar fell against the euro on Monday as weak US manufacturing data.


The management board of the National Broadcasting decided on Wednesday that Estonia will participate in the Eurovision Song Contest in Moscow this spring, writes the National Broadcasting.

Estonia to participate in Eurovision song contest


Crude oil prices climbed through the weekend on the New York Mercantile Exchange, reaching their highest level in seven months Monday.


Tim Hetherington, the director of last year's Academy Award Nominated and Sundance Grand Jury Prize Winning war documentary Restrepo has been killed alongside photographer Chris Hondros while filming in Libya.

Documentary filmmaker Tim Hetherington killed in Libya


A Carmel, Ind. mother and her son were arrested Wednesday on drug charges following a two-month long investigation by the Hamilton/Boone County Drug Task Force.

Carmel mother, son arrested on drug charges


AP Business Writer Rite Aid has expanded an online doctor service for its drugstore customers that is limited to virtual visits but cheaper than a traditional primary care appointment.


Squash is mostly starchy carbohydrates but studies show it has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic properties, a US food expert says.

Squash may have anti-diabetic properties


``60 Minutes'' has paid tribute to the late Andy Rooney with a rerun far sooner than anyone wanted to see.

'60 Minutes' pays tribute to the late Andy Rooney


Bihar Chief Minister and key NDA ally Nitish Kumar on Wednesday said legal action should be taken against Varun Gandhi for his hate speech after the Allahabad High Court dismissed BJP candidate's petition seeking quashing of an FIR filed against him in this connection.

Nitish says legal action should be taken against Varun


I'm sure each of us often think of what the future may hold for us.


Canucks center Kyle Wellwood broke his big toe late in Saturday's 3-1 victory over the Maple Leafs.


Online video site Hulu could begin testing a paid subscription service as early as later this month, according to people briefed on the plans, a high-profile test of whether consumers will pay to watch television shows online.

Hulu could begin testing subscription service this month


The health secretary, Andrew Lansley, has privately attacked the government's public sector pension reforms.

Andrew Lansley attacks government's public sector pension reforms


A JAPANESE nuclear power plant has exploded a day after a massive earthquake damaged the facility's cooling system, as nearby residents were warned to stay indoors.


Indigenous operators in Nigeria's oil and gas industry have raised concern on the impact of multiple taxes on their operations, saying it has affected marginal fields' development in the country.

Indigenous operators raise concern on impact of multiple taxes


Famous conservative radio host, Rush Limbaugh has posted his recent wedding photos on Facebook.

Rush Limbaugh posts wedding photos on Facebook


Sewer work is expected to start this week in the areas on River Street and Court Street at each end of the block, according to City Engineer Lindsay Erdman.


Stoke defender Danny Higginbotham says he will be happy to hand penalty-taking duties back over to Liam Lawrence and Ricardo Fuller.


Manning led the Giants to the Super Bowl with a 23-20 overtime win.


French President Nicolas Sarkozy on Saturday visited Taj Mahal unaccompanied by girlfriend Carla Bruni, contrary to speculation in the Indian media as India celebrated its 59th Republic Day with Sarkozy as the guest of honour.

Sarkozy visits Taj Mahal without girlfriend Bruni


Dennis Rodman returned to the United Center on Wednesday to present the game ball before Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals between the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat.


LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas Jefferson Thomas, who as a teenager was among nine black students to integrate a Little Rock high school in the United States' first major battle over school segregation, has died.

Little Rock Nine member Jefferson Thomas dies


Nokia will follow Google's move by offering free navigation on its cellphones, in a move set to hurt key players in the market, the San Francisco Chronicle reported on Thursday, citing the Finnish company.


The campaign announced today that Obama will hold a rally Saturday in Henderson.


Essar Steel Algoma Ltd., a manufacturer of steel products, was fined $250,000 total for violations of the Occupational Health and Safety Act after workers were injured.

Essar steel Algoma Ltd. fined $250,000 total after workers injured


European stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Wednesday, helped by a drop in the price of oil for a third straight day, and results from the likes of EADS.

European stock index futures point to higher open


Nigel Farage has insisted he is ``entitled to a lunchtime pint'' following accusations Ukip MEPs are the laziest in Europe.

Nigel Farage: 'I'm entitled to a lunchtime pint'


Actress Valerie Cruz rang in the New Year as a bride-to-be - she's engaged to a mystery man.


The Hang Seng Index closed at 20,987.78 on Tuesday, up 54.53 points or 0.26 per cent.

Hang Seng Index closed at 20,987.78, up 54.53 points


Cherry Hills Village resident David Duval, coming off three strong rounds at the British Open, said Thursday he would play next week in the Legends Reno-Tahoe Open with hopes of building some momentum.


The Atlanta Thrashers signed free agent defenseman Ron Hainsey on Wednesday, adding size and youth to their blue line.

Thrashers sign free-agent defenseman Hainsey


The Commerce Department said Friday that wholesale inventories dropped 1.6 percent in March, much larger than the 1 percent fall that analysts had expected.

Wholesale inventories dropped 1.6 percent


BOSTON ― Amid talk of Manny Ramirez being traded, the Red Sox slugger says the team doesn't deserve him.

Manny Ramirez: 'Red Sox don't deserve me'


OtterBox ® , an innovator of protective solutions for the leading global handheld manufacturers, wireless carriers and distributors, announces a new office location in Cork, Ireland.

OtterBox announces new office in Cork, Ireland


Galli Galli Sim Sim, the beloved children's television program on the leading kids' channels of India - Cartoon Network & POGO - is back with an all new season.

Galli Galli Sim Sim is back with all new season


N President Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday expressed severe concerns over the volatile situation of Karachi, Pakistan's largest city, claiming that those political parties present in Sindh Assembly have militant wings.

Political parties in Sindh Assembly have militant wings:


But with Alex expected to make landfall today, BISD closed all campuses and offices through Friday.


The Democratic Freedom Party is filing a writ petition in High Court to challenge the detention of its chairman, Shabir Ahmed Shah, under Public Safety Act.

Democratic Freedom Party to file petition


Indonesia will take part in the Chess Olympiad in Dresden of Germany, with hopes high of maintaining the performance the team showed in 2006, a paper said in Jakarta today.

Indonesia to take part to chess Olympiad in Germany


Santa Anita Park jockeys, including four Hall of Famers, will play a team from Holy Angels School in a charity basketball game tonight.

Santa Anita jockeys to play charity basketball game tonight.


- Actress Lindsay Lohan on Wednesday won a two-year restraining order against a man she says sent her delusional phone text messages and left chocolates at her door.

Lindsay Lohan wins restraining order against man


QVC has refinanced its credit facility with a new revolving line of credit of as much as $2 billion.


Havana, Feb 27 Cuban singer-song writer Silvio Rodriguez begins on Wednesday a tour around Central America that includes Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua.

Silvio Rodriguez begins tour around Central America


Saudi Arabia said on Saturday a pilgrim had died of the H1N1 flu virus on the third day of the Haj which experts fear could trigger new waves of the pandemic.

Saudi Arabia says pilgrim dies from H1N1 virus


The California Senate on Wednesday approved a package of seven gun control bills, including background checks for people who buy ammunition, introduced in response to the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn.

California Senate approves seven gun control bills


Facebook film The Social Network won four Golden Globe Awards today, including best drama, making it a front-runner in Hollywood's Oscar race after sweeping several honours from critics and industry groups in recent weeks.

Social Network, buscemi win Golden Globes


Burma has said that democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi may be freed after November 7 elections, as it attempts to deflect a barrage of criticism over the discredited polls.

Burma says Suu Kyi may be freed after elections


ODOT will NOT extend the studded tire season past the end of the day on Apr. 4.


Retail group Woolworths said on Thursday that it was close to bankruptcy as it appointed independent admistrators to try and save the business and its 25,000 employees.


India and South Africa have decided to strengthen bilateral trade ties and consolidate strategic and economic partnership.

India, South Africa to strengthen bilateral trade ties


Fidelity Investments will cut nearly 1,300 jobs, or 2.9 percent of its staff, this month and plans more layoffs in the first three months of next year, the world's biggest mutual fund company said on Thursday.

Fidelity to cut nearly 1,300 jobs this month


Former West Indies batsman Runako Morton has died in a car crash after colliding with a pole next to a Trinidad highway, police said Monday.

Former wi batsman Runako Morton dies in car crash


Goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon is not getting carried away by Juventus' positive start to the campaign ahead of Sunday's game against AC Milan.


The New York Yankees acquired Wood from the Cleveland Indians on Saturday, the third deal in less than 24 hours for the World Series champions as they beefed up for the stretch run.

New York Yankees acquire pitcher Kerry Wood from Cleveland Indians


The parliamentary group of Ataka has asked the US to pay a rent of USD 2 billion for using military bases in Bulgaria for five years, FOCUS News Agency reported.

US should pay USD 2 billion for using military bases in Bulgaria:


A 69-year-old bus driver was knocked unconscious during a dispute with a passenger at New Farm last night.


Nintendo talisman Shigeru Miyamoto has confirmed that he's currently working on a brand new ``original'' title as well as more familiar fare like Pikmin 3 for WiiU.

Miyamoto confirms he's working on new ``original'' title


GEORGE Mpombo yesterday said his expulsion is illegal and unconstitutional because it was presided over by a useless body, which has no mandate from the party membership.

My expulsion is illegal, unconstitutional --


A water main break at Meridian and Kessler has buckled road.


North America's first large-scale seasonal storage solar system will source 90% of its heating needs from solar collectors within two years.

Seasonal storage system to source 90% from solar


Fiji Labour Party Leader Mahendra Chaudhry said he will contest the planned 2014 general elections if the party wants him to stand again.


Recently, Evergrande Real Estate Group, a Hong Kong listed company, topped the brand value rankings of Chinese real estate companies with a brand value of RMB 8.016 billion , winning another No.1 title in China's real estate industry.

Evergrande tops the brand value rankings of Chinese real estate companies


After three years, football and netball has finally returned to Gladstone, with the stadium now up-and-running.


A father and son have been killed in a motorway crash in Greater Manchester as they drove to an airport to begin their summer holiday.


If so, then you can believe Limp Bizkit is back to do it ALL again!


The famed yet reclusive author of 'Catcher in the Rye', JD Salinger, has died of natural causes at the age of 91, his agent confirmed Thursday.

'Catcher in the Rye' author JD Salinger dies at 91


US Consul General Beth A Payne feels women empowerment is imperative to keep pace with globalization and cope with its challenges.

Women empowerment imperative to keep pace with globalization:


LeBron James acknowledged driving 101 mph on the highway on his 23rd birthday, and gave no assurance he wouldn't go that fast again.


Nicki Minaj is to become a judge on American Idol, according to reports from the US last night.

Nicki Minaj to become a judge on 'American Idol'


iPhone maker Apple has reportedly rejected the iDroid application from the App Store.


A well known journalist who is based in the Gaza Strip will travel to Derry next week to take part in the Derry Friends of Palestine event, 'Gaza Speaks to Derry'.


Low-cost airline Jet2 has revealed that it carried its 20 millionth passenger yesterday.


South Africa won the toss and chose to field first in the third and deciding Castle Lager Test at Kingsmead today.


TNT says its hit drama ``The Closer'' will be closing up shop next year.


The Home Depot Inc. says it's cutting 7,000 jobs as it closes its smaller Expo chain as the recession continues to batter the nation's housing market.


London: ``Why should poor Britain continue its economic aid to rich India?'' leading NRI peer Lord Meghnath Desai asked Nitin Gadkari, leaving the visiting BJP president stumped.

'Why should poor UK continue to aid rich India?'


In its final tune-up before its regional tournament, the Leavenworth track and field teams competed in the Sunflower League meet Friday.

Leavenworth track competes at Sunflower League meet


Blackpool manager Michael Appleton has hinted he could move Tom Ince into a central attacking role to increase his involvement in games.

Blackpool manager Michael Appleton has hinted he could move Tom Ince into a central role


Deutsche Telekom Thursday announced that investment group Old Mutual and T-Systems have agreed for an IT infrastructure management deal in South Africa.

Old Mutual, T-Systems agree for IT infrastructure management deal in s Africa


Cape has appointed Joe Oatley, former chief executive of Hamworthy, as group chief executive officer.


DISCO queen Donna Summer has died in Florida aged 63, her family said.


Former Fiorentina coach Delio Rossi has been banned for three months by the Italian football league after he attacked midfielder Adem Ljajic during yesterday's 2-2 draw against Novara.

Rossi banned for three months for attacking Ljajic


Yep, that pic above sums up everyone's reaction to recent reports that the Tupac hologram, introduced last week at Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg's Coachella set, may be touring alongside Snoop and Dre.

Tupac hologram may tour alongside Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre


Swiss goalie Martin Gerber, who past summer left the Toronto Maple Leafs of the NHL to play for Atlant Mytischi of the KHL, was hospitalized after suffering a serious neck injury in a game against Vityaz Chekhov on December 13.

Martin Gerber hospitalized with a serious neck injury


After passing his physical, the Phillies officially announced that they signed Dave Bush to a minor league deal.

Phillies sign Bush to minor league deal.


Hewlett-Packard on Friday announced that it has completed the acquisition of ArcSight, a leading security and compliance management company, for $43.50 per share, or an enterprise value of $1.5 billion.

HP completes acquisition of ArcSight for $1.5 billion


Canada captured bronze in the team event at the FINA World Cup on Sunday, earning four medals in a major international synchronized swim event for the first time.

Canada captures bronze in team event at FINA world Cup


A federal judge in Wisconsin ruled the National Day of Prayer unconstitutional Thursday, saying the government cannot call for religious action.

Federal judge rules National day of prayer unconstitutional


A water main break in Golden Gate Estates this afternoon is expected to affect traffic near the intersection of White Lake and Shaw boulevards.

Water main break in Golden Gate Estates affecting traffic


A Brazilian steakhouse, ''Made in Brazil,'' is scheduled to open in the Holiday Inn on Hamilton Street in downtown Allentown by Oct. 31, officials said at a news conference Wednesday.

Brazilian steakhouse to open in downtown Allentown


Communications equipment maker Vislink said it would sell its marine and energy business for 32.5 million pounds to Cooper Industries to focus on entertainment and public safety markets, sending its shares up as much as 22 percent.


Complaints of identity theft of government documents and benefits fraud more than doubled from 2007 to 2008 in the Madison area, according to federal data.

Theft of government documents and benefit fraud doubled in Madison area


``Poverty and corruption are rampant in the country and no effective steps had been taken to eradicate them.. the country needs a system where the government was run like an Army unit for which the nation is of prime importance and caste or religion comes later,'' Singh said in Jind on Friday night addressing a public meeting of ##Q##Jantantra Yatra##Q##, led by anti-corruption crusader and social activist Anna Hazare.

Government should run like an Army unit:


Winger Samir Nasri has been taken to hospital after suffering an injury during training in Austria.

Nasri taken to hospital after suffering injury


The arthritis drug Vioxx was not fit for sale because it doubled the risk of heart attacks, a judge has found.


The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames has launched a new customer service quality initiative focused on improving service across all its customer touch points' in a bid to resolve more customer problems at first point of contact, avoid unnecessary customer contacts, and deliver greater cost value.

London Borough launches customer service quality initiative


World 800 metres champion David Rudisha, the hot favourite for gold at the London Olympics, cruised through his heat at the Kenyan trials on Thursday while Commonwealth champion Boaz Lalang failed to qualify for Saturday's final.

Rudisha cruises through heats in Kenyan trials


Officials tell KHQ that a man hit his pregnant wife with a car.


A dentist who swore at a woman pedestrian and clipped her with his BMW's wing mirror was fined £350 for careless driving today.


A memorial was growing Thursday for a woman who was fatally shot while riding her bike in Berkeley Tuesday night.

Memorial grows for woman fatally shot while riding bike


Lloyd's of London will broaden its product range as part of an effort to counter the steady shift towards catastrophe risks, especially in the US, that has taken place in the past decade.


Lindsay Lohan has said that she might be willing to accept a plea bargain in order to avoid jail over the alleged theft of a $2,500 gold necklace.


India's jeera futures fell over 2 % in the afternoon session on Monday on weak spot demand, higher output estimates and sufficient stocks.


In what could bring more dollars to radio, Arbitron unveiled its Promo OptimiXer service, a single-source, cross-platform ratings tool designed to help broadcast and cable networks evaluate the return on investment that radio and television ``tune-in'' campaigns deliver in terms of audience ratings to the programs being promoted.

Arbitron unveils ppm cross-platform roi tool


Zalman King, a director best known for erotic films including ``91/2 Weeks,'' has died at 69 in Los Angeles due to cancer.


A Beech Island man arrested last year by the FBI for one crime has now been indicted by a federal grand jury on eight counts of bank robbery.

Man indicted on eight counts of bank robbery


The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is hearing the case of a woman who claims her employer didn't renew her contract because she was pregnant.

Woman claims employer didn't renew her contract because she was pregnant


Police have charged a woman with perverting the cause of justice at a Sydney police station this afternoon.

Police charge woman with perverting the cause of justice - Sydney


Secret Santa collects new, unwrapped toys for children 12 and under.


A man has died on our roads after he was allegedly hit by a vehicle last night near Nepani road in Nasinu.

Man dies after allegedly hit by a vehicle


A MAN believed to be in his twenties died Friday night after his scooter crashed into a parked car.

Man dies after scooter crashes into parked car


AUSTRALIA has beaten South Africa by six wickets in their Twenty20 match at the Gabba in Brisbane tonight.

Australia beats South Africa in Twenty20 match


Former New York Giants coach Jim Fassel said Tuesday that he hasn't spoken with Raiders managing general partner Al Davis in recent days and that his name being linked to the Raiders coaching job is pure speculation.

Fassel says he hasn't spoken with Raiders or Davis


In yet another public statement in support of LGBT equality, the policy making body of the American Psychological Association, the world's largest organization of psychologists, unanimously passed a resolution supporting full marriage equality for same-sex couples.

American Psychological Association passes resolution supporting full marriage equality


Near the end of the media availability after this morning's shootaround, Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle decided it was time to blurt that Dirk Nowitzki will start tonight's game against New Orleans at American Airlines Center.

Dirk Nowitzki will start tonight vs. New Orleans


Italian financial services firm UniCredit has appointed Federico Ghizzoni as new CEO of the group.


Tanzania's strategic position in the continent, its abundant natural resources and countering China's advances to Africa have been cited as some of the reasons why President Barack Obama chose to visit Tanzania in his tour of Africa next month.


Semiconductor maker STMicroelectronics has introduced a miniaturised IC for LTE smartphones.

Stm introduces miniaturised IC for LTE smartphones


Earlier today we met with an informant on the east side of Manhattan to pick up a secret document that outlines how Jack Bauer will use Internet startups to help him thwart evil in NYC this season on 24.


CHICAGO After taking Mondays off for the summer, the Toronto-based National Post has resumed Monday publication.

'National Post' resumes Monday publication


Actor John Travolta will play late mob boss John Gotti and ``127 Hours'' star James Franco is under consideration to play his son, John Gotti, Jr., in an upcoming biopic about the infamous crime family, TMZ reported Tuesday.


On the eve of free agency, the Celtics announced Sunday that they've waived guard/forward Terrence Williams.

Celtics waive guard/forward Terrence Williams


But you don't have to go through it because we've found out what really works for PMT and period pain.

What really works for pms and period pain


The City of Binghamton has officially sold the Regency Hotel and will soon take on a new name.


Honda says its profit for the October-December quarter soared fivefold from the previous year to 134.6 billion yen as it slashed research expenses and other costs to offset declining sales.

Honda profit soars fivefold from previous year


The Furniture Row Racing team is riding a wave of momentum as the NASCAR Sprint Cup series begins the second half of the season.

Furniture Row Racing is riding a wave of momentum


Italian driver Giancarlo Fisichella left Force India on Thursday to join Ferrari for the rest of the Formula One season.

Giancarlo Fisichella leaves Force India to join Ferrari


LibLime, the leader in open-source solutions for libraries, announced today that the company is now offering support for Kete, an open-source community digital archive.

Liblime announces support for Kete, community digital archive


Indian shuttlers Ajay Jayaram, RMV Gurusaidutt and Anand Pawar today advanced to the second round of the men's singles event at the Australian Open Grand Prix Gold here.

Indian shuttlers advance to second round


NEW YORK - MySpace says it has extended its search and advertising deal with online search leader Google for several years.

MySpace extends advertising deal with Google


A Palm Beach County Sheriff's deputy was involved in a fatal shooting late Friday, officials said.

Palm Beach County Sheriff's deputy involved in fatal shooting


Cisco and NetApp are expanding their FlexPod data center platform partnership to include branch offices, multi-data-center environments and public cloud infrastructure, the firms announced Thursday.

Cisco, NetApp expand FlexPod data center platform partnership


Saratoga High School presents the musical comedy ``Thoroughly Modern Millie,'' at 7:30 pm Friday and Saturday, March 1-2 and at 2 pm Sunday, March 3 at the McAfee Performing Arts Center, 20300 Herriman Ave.

Saratoga High School presents 'Thoroughly Modern Millie'


Plaffo.com reports that new Facebook beta app has seen a minor update to version 5.0.1.1.

Facebook beta app updated to version 5.0.1.1


The 2009 Rolex Sydney Hobart Race line honours podium filled this morning when Bob Oatley's Wild Oats XI and Mike Slade's ICAP Leopard finished in second and third positions.


Trinity Ltd may lose its role as manager of $800 million worth of unlisted trusts after the superannuation funds whose cash it invests demanded it be removed from the role.


(ClickPress, Mon Sep 07 2009) SilverDoor has announced record figures for August after an amazing month for sales despite the country being in recession.

SilverDoor announces record figures for August


Several states have vowed to sue over President Obama health care bill so the fight for health care has just begun for the Obama administration.


AutoZone, Inc., today announced it will participate in the BB&T ``Car Talk in the City''Conference in New York on August 17, 2011.

AutoZone : to participate in the BB&T ``Car Talk in the City'' Conference


A Floyd County student been accused of assaulting a teacher.


South Korean shares on Thursday closed higher, reversing the downward move in the morning triggered by reports on China's tightening monetary policies, Seoul's main bourse said Thursday.


The Ofcom Consumer Panel has changed its name to the Communications Consumer Panel and appointed a new panel.

Ofcom Consumer Panel changes names, appoints new Panel


Summerfest organizers said attendance at the popular Milwaukee music festival rose 2.6 percent this year, in part due to favorable weather.

Summerfest attendance rises 2.6 percent this year


The UK's premier extreme metal antagonists Cradle of Filth will release their new mini-album, entitled 'Evermore Darkly.

Cradle of Filth to release new mini-album 'Evermore Darkly.


UPC Ireland has denied it has been forced to block The Pirate Bay torrent site or that it intends to.

UPC Ireland denies blocking the Pirate Bay


SoapNet on Monday announced ``Relative Madness,'' an original series of six new one-hour specials that will count down the top 25 most over-the-top TV and celebrity family moments.


When Wickileaks dumped those American diplomatic cables onto the Internet, we learned that Stephen Harper ``likes to see fear in (the) eyes'' of his employees.


Former All Blacks scrum-half Byron Kelleher has indicated that he wants to end his playing career at Toulouse.

Kelleher wants to end career in Toulouse


Ryanair today extended its reserved seating service to 12 Brussels Charleroi routes on flights from 22nd September next.

Ryanair extends its reserved seating service on 12 Brussels Charleroi routes


SHIA LaBEOUF has been released from hospital in Los Angeles, five days after he crushed his hand in a car crash.


USDCAD breaks above the falling trend line from 1.0745 to 1.0413, suggesting lengthier consolidation of downtrend is underway.


Lucknow, June 23 Three policemen in Uttar Pradesh's Bhadohi district have been booked for allegedly molesting girls in a park, officials said Tuesday.

Three policemen booked for molesting girls


A flood watch has been issued by Manitoba Water Stewardship for all of southern Manitoba, south of a line through Duck Mountain and Bissett, due to potential heavy rain this weekend.

Flood watch issued for southern Manitoba


Art Clokey, the creator of the clay-animation cultural icon Gumby, died Friday at his Los Osos home at the age of 88.

Art Clokey -- creator of Gumby -- dies at 88


``I would like to give away most of my clothes to charity and empty my wardrobe.

Would like to give most of my clothes to charity:


A Kingsland woman was convicted Wednesday in federal court of lying to FBI agents regarding the 1999 disappearance of 14-year-old Christina Richart.

Kingsland woman convicted in federal court


The 33rd Dakar Rally, which for the first time will include stages in Peru, will start on New Years Day 2012.


President Gloria Arroyo on Saturday led the 112th Independence Day celebration for the last time as chief executive of the country.

Arroyo leads Independence Day celebration


A study believed to be the first to examine the multiplier effect of good habits on mortality in Asian women has found that husbands who smoke at home are shortening their wives' lives.

Husbands who smoke shorten their wives' lives


More than 400 workers blocked a road in a protest over unpaid wages in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.

Workers block road in protest over unpaid wages


The Together We Can fundraising campaign goal is $70 million -- roughly 10 per cent the total project for hospital redevelopment, equipment, research, and staff education at Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston General Hospital and Providence Care.


President of Fenerbahce Sports Club, Aziz Yildirim, was taken to the health clinic of the Metris Prison on Tuesday after he was not feeling well, AA reported.

Fenerbahce president Yildirim taken to health clinic at Metris Prison


Iraqi soldiers from the Ministry of Defence sit along side blindfolded detainees in the back of a pick-up truck as they drive along a road in Baghdad.

Iraqi soldiers sit as they drive along road


Sean Penn has met UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon during his relief work in Haiti.


TURKISH Airlines has banned air hostesses from wearing red or pink lipstick, as the government is accused of trying to Islamise the country.

Turkish Airlines bans air hostesses from wearing red or pink lipstick


Provincially owned SaskTel and the union representing 3,200 of its employees have reached a tentative agreement.

Union, SaskTel reach tentative agreement


Snapshot Report) announced a deal in which Macerich will acquire General Growth's 1/3 ownership each in two malls in the Phoenix market, Superstition Springs and Arrowhead Towne Center.


The new UN human rights envoy for Burma has met five prominent political prisoners in Rangoon's Insein Prison, according to Aye Win, a spokesman for the UN Information Center in Rangoon.

UN human rights envoy meets political prisoners


AMR Corp. continues to climb higher Wednesday following reports it would seek bankruptcy protection for American which first began to appear late-last week.


General Motors says it will shut down its Swedish auto brand Saab after talks failed to produce a buyer for the money-losing unit.


First Reserve Corp, the biggest shareholder in Australia's Whitehaven Coal, on Tuesday denied media reports it was looking to buy out Whitehaven and denied any rift with Whitehaven management.

First Reserve denies looking to buy out Whitehaven


The Progress & Freedom Foundation has announced that it's closing shop after 17 years as a technology policy think tank.

Progress and Freedom Foundation closes shop


A THIEF who stole a charity box from Castleton Co-op was captured on CCTV.


The Detroit Pistons on Friday announced their 2011 preseason schedule, which will feature two games against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Detroit Pistons announce 2011 preseason schedule


Sebastian Vettel can clinch his second Formula One world title in a row on Sunday but the Red Bull driver says he is in no hurry to get the job done and is treating the Singapore race like any other.


Apache Corporation on November 10 announced that it has completed its merger with Mariner Energy.

Apache completes merger with Mariner Energy


Summary: the news is nothing but bleak, but there are still some bullish technical divergences.


Cougars have been told to stay in the zone ahead of the crucial promotion run-in.


A Houston fruit and nut company is recalling bags and trays of pistachios over potential contamination with salmonella.


Olympic champion Rob Waddell making his international comeback in the men's double scull with Nathan Cohen at the World Cup rowing regatta in Lucerne, Switzerland overnight.

Rob Waddell makes his international comeback in the men's double scull with Nathan Cohen


CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, Calif. City officials in Contra Costa County are cracking down on roadside memorials.

Contra Costa Co. cracking down on roadside memorials


Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said Wednesday that Russia sought a ``just and stable'' oil price, after talks with his counterpart in OPEC-member Venezuela.

Russia seeks 'just and stable' oil price:


The Washington Nationals won their home opener against the Miami Marlins with a score of 2-0, thanks to Bryce Harper's two home runs.

Washington Nationals win home opener against Miami Marlins


Congresswoman Chellie Pingree traveled to Kittery Monday morning to tour the USS Miami, a submarine damaged in a fire at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, and to talk with workers at the yard about what she's heard from Navy officials on whether the ship can be repaired.

Congresswoman Chellie Pingree tours USS Miami


Doctors say Rep. Gabrielle Giffords has been told by her husband that she was shot, but has no memory of the episode.

Gabrielle Giffords told by husband she was shot:


The National Weather Service says a twister with winds of 80 mph touched down Thursday afternoon near Coudersport, Potter County.


France's defence minister has confirmed that French forces are engaged in heavy fighting in northern Mali, as suicide car bombing killed six government allies in the city of Kidal.

French forces engaged in heavy fighting in northern Mali


Government prosecutors have filed a massive legal brief fighting an appeal by former Cuyahoga County Commissioner Jimmy Dimora that seeks to overturn his corruption conviction.

Government prosecutors fighting appeal by former Cuyahoga County Commissioner Jimmy Dimora


An exciting flooring exhibition is showcasing the flooring trends which the industry expects to see in the coming months.


An elderly woman crashed into a building in front of a plant nursery Friday morning on the South Side.


Alice & Olivia sent me their show recap and they featured me alongside the runway pics!


Pepsi is leading the way in supporting the Golden Jaguars to victory today at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence.

Pepsi leads the way in supporting the Golden Jaguars


Pepper futures market on Monday moved up on tight supply as the farmers as well as the spot sellers were holding back on anticipation that the prices might move up.


US Republicans, who ran on an anti-carbon trading platform, will take control of the House.


An 18-year-old Woodbury man faces felony charges after an alleged baseball bat attack.

Woodbury man charged in alleged baseball bat attack


BBC bosses are still travelling first class despite the corporation claiming it is clamping down on lavish perks.


APA-Cairo Egypt has rejected a recent United States criticism over human rights calling it an intervention in its internal affairs and reflecting a lack of knowledge of the facts.

Egypt rejects US criticism over human rights


More healthcare facilities are being planned for New Dubai areas as part of the Dubai Health Authority's healthcare expansion plans.

More healthcare facilities planned for new Dubai


The executive director for technical department of the Angola Telecom, Alvaro Brito Alves, said Wednesday in Luanda that the fibre optic network of his institution covers the entire country.

Fibre optic network covers entire country


A day after bloody and gory incidents, Yanam, the enclave of Puducherry adjoining Andhra Pradesh, continued to be tense as the armed policemen were on round the clock patrolling.


Country band Lady Antebellum performs at an Indiana high school in a community hit by a major tornado in March.


A Westbrook man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at a home pleaded guilty in federal court Friday.

Man accused of throwing Molotov cocktail pleads guilty


Colorado Rockies President Keli McGregor was found dead in a Salt Lake City hotel room on the morning of April 20, 2010 at 9:00 am MT.

Colorado Rockies President Keli McGregor found dead


India on Saturday said no middleman would be allowed in defence contracts and companies could face action if complaints of kickbacks were found true.

No middleman to be allowed in Defence contracts:


Shropshire teenager Mickey Bushell smashed the long-standing British 200m wheelchair sprint record in the British Open Wheelchair trials on Saturday.


Circuit City will close 155 stores this week, citing a weakening economy and tough vendor payment terms.


`` title=''Worries about corporate earnings cause Asian stocks to fall `` width=''150`` height=''123`` align=''left`` />Tokyo - Asian stocks slumped Wednesday on concerns over upcoming corporate earnings reports and profit taking.


Public service pay should be cut to private sector levels, the chief executive of Forfas said yesterday.

Public service pay must be cut to private sector levels --


A woman found her nephew dead in an Orange County home Wednesday night, and his vehicle is missing, sheriff's deputies said.


The Mets have acquired outfielder Gary Matthews Jr., in a trade with the Angels, Newsday has confirmed.


Fire officials investigate the possibility that a meth lab started a Chattanooga motel fire.


Instron, provider of testing equipment solutions, has launched a servohydraulic maintenance program, designed to minimize downtime, increase operating life and ensure the accuracy and repeatability of test results.


I must say that Britney Spears is now totally back to business.


At the Brentwood Centre in Brentwood, Essex, Tyson Fury won a controversial ten round decision over John McDermott to win the BBBofC English heavyweight.

Tyson Fury wins controversial decision over McDermott


A British couple have been seriously injured in a machete attack on the Caribbean island of Tobago.


A pensioner died after she was crushed to death by a cow on the farm where she lived.

Pensioner dies after being crushed by cow


The German trade surplus grew in June but both imports and exports fell as the debt crisis crimps demand in Europe's biggest economy, official data showed on Wednesday.


Consumer durables major LG Electronics today said it has roped in Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar as the brand ambassador for flat panel televisions.

LG ropes in Akshay Kumar as brand ambassador for flat panels


A bus carrying players from a high school football team overturned on Interstate 5, part of a four-vehicle accident on the freeway south of Seattle, Washington State Patrol said.


Former Bosnian Serb army commander Ratko Mladic trial resumed here on Wednesday for allegedly carrying out a brutal ethnic cleansing campaign, Europe's worst atrocity since World War II.


Celine Dion has revealed she is trying IVF for a fifth time, reports Digital Spy.


Cuba gets a new leader today and it's expected to be Fidel Castro's brother Raul.


RALEIGH, NC-Raleigh Police are investigating a string of robberies that occurred between 10 pm Saturday night through 5 am Sunday morning.

Raleigh police investigate string of robberies


Pakistan army has confirmed that a US drone crashed near Angoor Adda Tuesday night.


A Bedford man accused of running from police in two cities appeared in court Thursday in Lynchburg.


Sterling extended gains against a broadly weaker dollar on Thursday to hit an eight-week high.

Sterling extends gains vs broadly weaker dollar


Cree, which last month announced a major expansion to its Durham manufacturing plant, also is expanding in China to keep up with growing demand for its LEDs.


CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. A 102-acre wildfire that forced evacuations at the Camp Pendleton Marine base has been contained.


``No one wants to see curvy women,'' Lagerfeld was quoted as saying on the website of news magazine Focus.


Florence + the Machine have pulled out of the Benicassim Festival 2012 in Spain and the Optimus Alive fest in Portugal after frontwoman Florence Welch sustained a ''vocal injury'' and was advised by doctors not to sing for a week.

Florence + the Machine pull out of Benicassim 2012


Voters in Massachusetts' 5th Congressional District have re-elected US Rep. Niki Tsongas to her second full term, rejecting a challenge by GOP newcomer Jon Golnik.


The Pusan International Film Festival opened last weekend in South Korea for its 14th year.

Pusan International Film festival opens in South Korea


Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari stood up for specialist dribbler Neymar on Tuesday, saying the flamboyant forward's reputation for falling down easily was undeserved and exaggerated.

Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari stands up for Neymar


Japanese automaker Nissan said Friday it has suspended a plan to cut 1,680 jobs at a Spanish plant and will instead implement a temporary work reduction programme.

Nissan suspends plan to cut 1,680 jobs in Spain


Hank Haney, Tiger Woods's swing coach, has hit back at NBC's Johnny Miller who has suggested that Woods needs to dump him to get back on the winning track.


Ukraine is not yet ready to join the Eurasian Economic Community, or EurAsEC, Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich said on Sunday.

Ukraine not ready to join Eurasian economic Community - President Yanukovich


Equifax Inc. is selling its direct marketing division to Alliance Data Systems Corp. for $117 million in cash, the credit reporting agency said Wednesday.

Equifax sells direct marketing division to Alliance data Systems for $117 million


This brooding 1969 hit is unquestionably one of the most recognisable pieces of R&B history -- alongside perhaps a few select numbers by Otis Redding or James Brown -- but it's that searing guitar that truly makes The Thrill Is Gone.


Farmers are keeping a close eye on their fruit crops Monday morning after low temps this weekend.


Sony's SmartWatch connects to Android smartphones and tablets via Bluetooth, and it lets users access a number of mobile applications and services using the watch's touch display, including social networks and phone features.

Sony SmartWatch connects to Android smartphones, tablets


Yo La Tengo are preparing an unusual tour which will see the band play an entirely different show each night.


As the Smidiehill dispersal enters its sixth hour the herd's strength in depth continues to shine, with Smidiehill Goldwyn Erle secured by Northern Irish breeder Aubrey Patterson for 13,000gns.

Smidiehill strength in depth shines through


Newspapers hawkers voiced strong protest against police highhandedness for preventing them from selling newspapers at traffic signals.

Hawkers protest against police highhandedness


ARSENAL and Chelsea overcame English Premier League opponents to reach the League Cup quarterfinals yesterday, with the Gunners beating Liverpool 2-1 and the Blues routing Bolton 4-0.

Arsenal, Chelsea reach League Cup quarterfinals


A 21-year-old Northwood University student was killed in a two-car collision in Midland County's Greendale Township Friday.

Northwood University student killed in collision


OLB Terrell Suggs compared Bengals WR AJ Green to former WR Randy Moss, Green's favorite WR.


The South Dakota fisheries department collected more than 1 million salmon eggs this fall for its restocking effort in Lake Oahe north of Pierre.

South Dakota fisheries department collects 1 million salmon eggs for lake Oahe


Actress Rose Mcgowan earned extra cash as a teenager by working at a funeral home.

Rose Mcgowan - Rose Mcgowan worked at funeral home


Winterhill Group, a provider of asset valuation, asset realisation, corporate debt recovery and debt management services, plans to float on AIM in Q1 2010.


*In an interview with Global Grind, rapper and saved man, Earl ``DMX'' Simmons, revealed that he is now a deacon at his church.


MALAYSIA will be setting up a resident diplomatic mission in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan's capital, later this month.


The Graham County Board of Supervisors announced that Senator Jon Kyl will be visiting Graham County on April 9, 2010.


Pink Floyd keyboard player and founding member Richard Wright has died after a short battle with cancer, his spokesman said.


IT was all hands to the pumps at North Rockhampton Bowls Club where a small army of helpers worked all day on Saturday to hold back the rising tide.


Rockland has been voted one of the ``dozen distinctive destinations'' in the country by the national trust for historic preservation.

Rockland is a ''distinctive destination''


A 45-year-old woman has died after her car broke down and then hit by a truck, east of Adelaide.


Jack, the son of the Prince of Darkness, and his fiance Lisa Stelly are expecting their first child together.

Jack Osbourne and Lisa Stelly expecting first child


A Dexter woman faces a second-degree statutory rape charge after admittedly having sex with a 16-year-old boy.

Dexter woman faces statutory rape charge


THE MATILDAS kept their slender Olympic dreams alive by defeating host team China 1-0 in the fourth of five London 2012 qualifiers in Jinan, China, last night.


Cicero residents voiced their opinions about a preliminary budget that includes major cuts to town departments.

Cicero residents voice their opinions about preliminary budget


A Greenwood man is facing charges of solicitation of a minor after Greenwood Police say he was having inappropriate conversations with a 14-year-old girl.

Man charged with solicitation of a minor


But reporters are still constrained by a system where most media outlets are at least partly funded by powerful political parties that set their editorial tone and decide what to cover.

Most media outlets are funded by powerful political parties


A solar eclipse is set to blot out part of the sun today over the whole of the UK and Ireland.


WASHINGTON Congress is expected to vote next week to extend expiring provisions of the Patriot Act, which would allow the controversial anti-terrorism law to continue four more years despite opposition from an unusual coalition of Democrats and Republicans.

Congress to vote on extending provisions of Patriot Act


A former MP who fiddled his parliamentary expenses and then tried to pin the blame on his former office manager has been jailed for 16 months.


Construction and Engineering Services Minister Rajitha Senaratne yesterday said that the national construction policy will be passed in Parliament shortly to promote and develop the construction industry.

National construction policy to be passed shortly


Sweden won their ninth world title on home ice in Stockholm courtesy of a 5-1 demolition of surprise package Switzerland on Sunday.


Chinese President Hu Jintao called for more Sino-British exchanges and cooperation when meeting with visiting British Prime Minister Gordon Brown in Beijing on Friday.

Hu Jintao calls for more Sino-British exchanges


For the first time since his resignation, former Governor Eliot Spitzer returns to Albany.

Former governor Eliot Spitzer returns to Albany


An outside mediator was brought in to city council Monday to help smooth relations.

Outside mediator brought in to city council


THE REMOVAL of the Central Bank's statutory responsibility to promote the development of the financial services industry is another coded admission of failure by the Government.

Another coded admission of failure from Government


Adaptec has launched its new Series 5 RAID controllers at CeBIT in Hanover, Germany this week, saying it can deliver unprecedented performance and scalability with the industry's first seamless 28-port connectivity.


Alfred A. Knopf Jr., who left the noted publishing house run by his parents to become one of the founders of Atheneum Publishers in 1959, died Saturday.


Con-way Multimodal, a division of Con-way Inc., has announced it has implemented McLeod Software's PowerBroker trucking software platform as its new brokerage system solution.

Con-way Multimodal implements McLeod software's PowerBroker trucking software


The Jacksonville Jaguars formally announced today that they have signed veteran free agent linebacker Freddy Keiaho, who spent his first four NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts.

Jaguars announce signing of Freddy Keiaho


In a bizarre interview with CNN, in which he continually refers to himself in the third person, the Brazilian legend said: ``To me, Pele is the best.''


Symetra Life Insurance Company announced a new organizational structure and new leadership to drive its business strategy and position the company for future success.

Symetra Life announces new organizational structure, new leadership to drive business strategy


Cleveland Browns nose tackle Shaun Rogers was arrested Thursday at Hopkins International Airport for carrying a loaded gun in his carry-on luggage.

Former lion Shaun Rogers arrested at Airport