Lonely Planet has joined forces with Expedia and Hostelworld.com to relaunch its Hotels and Hostels offering and create a new accommodation booking service.


Syrian forces have started Tuesday, Dec 13 mass attacks against army defectors and pro-democracy activists in the restive provinces of Homs and Idlib, an army defector by the name of Ahmed Khalaf stated.

Syrian forces start mass attacks against army defectors


So it's good that Paul Mason's new book, Why It's Kicking Off Everywhere, is so enthusiastic about revolution.


Irish-run website Moving2Canada.com has launched a new employment agency to create a direct link between Canadian employers and Irish workers.

Moving2Canada.com launches employment agency


Cheryl Cole has finally and officially filed for divorce from her cheating husband Ashley Cole.


BP announced recently that it has agreed to sell its Canadian natural gas liquids business to Plains Midstream Canada ULC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Plains All American Pipeline, LP Plains Midstream will pay BP a total of US$1.67B in cash, subject to customary adjustments, for the business.

BP agrees to sell Canadian natural gas liquids business to


Colombian pop stars Shakira, Juanes and Carlos Vives, together with Spanish singer Miguel Bose unitedly called on Colombians to join Sunday's protest to demand the liberation of all hostages held by Colombian rebel groups.

Shakira, Juanes, Carlos Vives and Miguel Bose unitedly call to join protests


Fewer people applied for unemployment benefits last week, a sign that layoffs are dropping and companies may be stepping up hiring.

Fewer people applied for unemployment this week


POST Office workers across South West Wales will strike on Thursday this week over cuts, job security and pay.

Post Office workers to strike against cuts, job security and pay


The Left will have no role in government formation at the centre, in a dramatic turnaround in the political situation, as till the start of counting on Saturday it was widely believed that the Communists would play a pivotal role.


Lee Westwood played on through the pain on Friday but it looks more likely that he will become world number one by taking time off next week than by finishing second at St Andrews on Sunday.


On Wednesday, October 2nd, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey ® incited an animal activist 'caption war' that at the time of this article has climbed to 552 comments, 350 shares and counting.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey incite caption war


``He will come up to you and tell you something very serious, and then you walk away and you realize your pants are wet. He's had like an Evian spray bottle. He's been spraying your crotch the whole time,'' Ryan told Extra.


Syria protested to the United Nations on Thursday over an Israeli air strike on its territory and warned of a possible ``surprise'' response.


All Marathon County snowmobile trails are closed, effective immediately, the Wausau and Marathon County Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department announced today.

All Marathon County snowmobile trails closed


Goa PWD minister Churchill Alemao told the media person that due to police apathy there is no law and order left in the state.


Seminal rock band REM has decided to ``call it a day,'' according to a post on the band's official website.


BRITAIN will move to take control of the Royal Bank of Scotland today by injecting £20 billion of taxpayers' money.

Britain to take control of Royal Bank of Scotland


The board of directors of troubled Dexia will meet on Sunday in Brussels, officials said as France and Brussels intensified talks on a deal to dismantle the cross-border bank.

Board of directors of troubled bank Dexia to meet Sunday


EMC Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement with Data Domain, a leading provider of deduplication storage solutions, under which EMC will acquire Data Domain in a cash tender offer for $33.50 per share.


A Sugar Grove man has been charged with threatening a Kane County sheriff's deputy who had arrested him for making harassing phone calls, authorities said.

Sugar Grove man charged with threatening a sheriff's deputy


On today's ``BWest Byte'' Jon Erlichman, Cory Johnson and Emily Chang discuss the Warren Buffett quote ``I've never swung at a ball while it's still in the pitcher's glove'' and its relevance to the Facebook IPO.

Never swing at a ball still in the pitcher's glove


An interim government in Honduras warned ousted President Manuel Zelaya to stay away but indicated it could be more conciliatory in talks on Friday with the Organisation of American States over the country's crisis.

Honduras warns Manuel Zelaya to stay away


THERE will be tears before bedtime tonight after it was revealed Michelle or Ulrika will be kicked out in just HOURS.


Former Washington basketball guard, Venoy Overton, was arrested for second-degree prostitution, the Seattle Times reported.

Former Washington guard arrested for prostitution


A Bel Air man was charged with first-degree assault Wednesday after an alleged incident at a nearby homeless camp.


India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said every bowler in the side was aware of his own responsibilities.


Regulators shut down two banks in Florida and one in California on Friday, boosting to 123 the number of US bank failures this year as loan defaults rise in the worst financial climate in decades.


The forest fire hazard remains ``low'' across the province as the result of continued cold, wet weather.


European air traffic controllers said they expect 700 flights to be cancelled over Germany on Wednesday, almost one in 10 compared to normal daily traffic.

700 flights to be cancelled over Germany:


Unanimously overruling the San Francisco-based 9th District Court, the Supreme Court threw out a massive class action sex discrimination case against Walmart.

Scotus throws out massive class action sex discrimination case


The 2013 Skoda Octavia has been launched in Turkey as a part of a phased global launch.


Fresh calls have been made for health chiefs to reveal how a convicted killer was let loose from a psychiatric unit.


NBC has rounded out its series orders, adding Jimmy Smits starrer ``Outlaw,'' David E. Kelley's ``Harry's Law,'' superhero entry ``The Cape'' and laffer ``Friends With Benefits'' firm pickups.


After a three-year hiatus, the popular Sounds of Jazz & Blues event is returning to Cape Coral on Saturday, March 24.

Sounds of Jazz & Blues returns to Cape Coral


There is no plan B should the World Bank not grant Eskom its sought after $3.75 billion loan, the Department of Energy said on Tuesday.

No plan B should World Bank not grant Eskom loan


NEW YORK Joe Torre has visited new Yankee Stadium for the first time, embraced Brian Cashman and started to mend the relationship with his former general manager.

Torre visits new Yankee Stadium for the first time


REUTERS/Kimberly White Spain's Telefonica said on Wednesday it will distribute Apple Corp's iPhone in a total of 16 countries after reaching deal covering most of the Latin American countries where it is present and the Czech Republic.

Telefonica to distribute iPhone in 16 countries


Chirru, directed by Mahesh Babu and produced by Suresh Jain, is releasing today.


Besides the fact that the Foxy Bingo points bonanza is back tonight on the Foxy Radio Show, there is also Â£1000 going again in the Tombola draw.


Minister for Health Ejaz Ahmed Jakhrani informed the National Assembly on Friday that new health policy would be announced in March that would focus on ensuring provision of better healthcare and treatment facilities to the people.

New health policy to be announced in March:


China and Russia spoke highly of their energy negotiation mechanism, a crucial component of the two countries' strategic partnership of coordination, in a joint statement released in Beijing Tuesday.

China, Russia speak highly of energy negotiation mechanism:


In a meeting with the Belarusian Foreign Minister in Tehran here on Wednesday, President Ahmadinejad said the US hegemony is fading like snow under the sun. Ahmadinejad also stated that the world order will soon undergo great changes.

US hegemony is fading like snow under the sun., Ahmadinejad


A pedestrian was struck and killed by a car Saturday morning in St. Johns County.


Police say a skydiver walked away with minor injuries after landing in a tree near Allaire Executive Airport.

Skydiver walks away after landing in tree


The Australian market looks set to open sharply lower following hefty falls on international markets after US Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke said the central bank may start winding back its stimulus measure before the end of the year.


Two Prosser women apparently have been released from an Oregon hospital after a four-vehicle collision in Coos County in which another passenger in their car died.

Prosser women released from Oregon hospital


IncrediBuild's application development acceleration solution speeds game development for Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft.

IncrediBuild speeds development of Xbox One games


A Lewis furniture shop in Springs was robbed by four armed men on Sunday, East Rand police said.


Jenny McCarthy is ``taking baby steps'' into dating again, and rumoured to be stepping out with HFL hunk Brian Urlacher.

Jenny McCarthy taking baby steps to dating


Prince William swapped telephone numbers with Paris Hilton and Christina Aguilera after managing to convince bouncers to let him meet them at a London nightclub.

Prince William swaps numbers with Paris Hilton and Christina Aguilera


Will Power fought through the rain to win his 2nd race of the year at the Streets of Sao Paulo


National Treatment Network℠ taps growing addiction treatment market for patients covered by private health insurance PPO plans.

National treatment Network taps growing addiction treatment market


An Egyptian college student who videotaped himself showing how to turn a remote-controlled car into a bomb detonator has pleaded guilty in Tampa to supporting terrorists.

Egyptian student pleads guilty to supporting terrorists


The Samford football team continued fall camp with a two-hour practice in shells Tuesday morning at Seibert Stadium.


A Crosbyton paleontologist says giants once walked the earth, and he's got the fossils to prove it.

Crosbyton paleontologist says giants walked the earth


Cannabis Clubs United With the Community, an advocacy group that supports medical marijuana dispensaries in Eagle Rock, has launched its first-ever membership drive in an effort to improve its organizational abilities.

``Cannabis Clubs'' launches membership drive


Philippine share prices closed 8.3 per cent lower today, amid a global rout of world markets, dealers said.

Philippine shares close 8.3 per cent lower


TWO girls aged three and four were trapped in their home for two days with their dead mum.

Girls trapped for two days with dead mum ;


Liverpool have unveiled a new team mascot - the 'Liver Bird', based on the symbol of the city.


Iran launched its first home made satellite into orbit on Tuesday, state television reported, displaying progress in space technology at a time of persistent international tension over its nuclear programme.

Iran launches first home made satellite into orbit


Taiwan share prices closed 0.64 percent higher yesterday but profit-taking wiped out early gains, dealers said.

Taiwan share prices close up 0.64 percent


Pos Malaysia has set its 2010 key performance indicator targets where it has projected revenue of RM930m for the financial year ending Dec 31, a 3% increase over 2009's achievement, reports The Star.


East Boston residents Dave Shea and Megan Shea and friend Chris Seaman attended the Off The Grid Excursions Launch Party in Boston on August 22.


A brief but destructive storm ripped through the Hill Country early Wednesday evening, bringing high winds and rain that knocked trees and power lines down throughout the area.


Chaman's Muslim FC held Navy to a goalless draw, while minnows Baloch FC also stunned Habib Bank Limited with a 1-1 draw in the 9th Pakistan Premier Football League here on Monday.At the KPT Stadium, the match between Navy and Muslim FC turned out to be a tough contest with both sides making concerted efforts to get an upper hand.


The Bank of Korea set its new benchmark interest rate at 5 percent Friday amid data showing that risks from rising inflation have begun to outweigh those from a slowing economy.


A high-ranking Chinese military official has hinted that China's fast-growing navy is seeking to acquire an aircraft carrier, a move that would surely stoke tensions with the United States military and its allies in Asia.

Chinese official hints that navy may seek aircraft carrier


SAUCY senorita Pippa Middleton caused a stir yesterday when she arrived in Spain for a holiday with pals.


The Kansas Jayhawks in part two of their Europe trip defeated the Switzerland National Team, 83-79 on Wednesday.

Kansas defeats Switzerland National team


Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari reached Paris on Sunday to attend Malala conference of United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization, said officials.

Zardari reaches Paris to attend Malala conference


India Saturday celebrated 150 years of the Income Tax Department in the country -- a period that saw the mop-up grow from a mere Rs.1.33 crore in 1860-61 during the British rule to some Rs.380,000 crore last fiscal.

India celebrates 150 years of Income tax department


A stray bullet hit the car of a Supreme Court lawyer on the SC premises yesterday spreading panic among counsels and judges.


All 20 Mahoning County fire departments will share in a $600,000 federal grant aimed at allowing firefighters to access information about structures before and as they respond to calls.


A big snowstorm struck the eastern US yesterday, prompting the government to delay the opening of its offices as up to 30cm of snow cancelled flights and halted traffic and trains.


Janet Jackson will be performing live at the San Diego Sports Arena in San Diego , California on Saturday, September 20 at 7:00 pm.

Janet Jackson to perform live at San Diego Sports Arena September 20


7/27/2011 4:25:26 PM - John Barnes says Asamoah Gyan must stay at Sunderland for another season before considering a move to a bigger club,' the England legend said.


A new study shows that aloe vera gel in tooth gel can soothe pain and fight cavities.

Study shows aloe vera soothes pain and fights cavities


Liquor is the USP of Goa, said president of the Travel and Tourism Association of Goa, Ralph de Souza and opined that excise on liquor in Goa needs to be reduced, as it was knocking off the competitive edge.


AP-MNDuluth Light Tower,0130 Friends buy light tower next to Duluth lift bridge Eds:


The buxom Kim Kardashian, star of the reality show ``The Kardashians'', Has confessed that she had already used Botox.


The Mariners have signed infielder Adam Kennedy to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training, the team announced on Monday.

Mariners sign if Kennedy to minor league deal


United Airlines parent UAL Corp. said Tuesday that it raised $150 million with a sale and leaseback deal involving 15 Boeing aircraft.

United Airlines parent raises $150 million


Mortgage rates this week again slid to new lows for the year, amid reports of slower economic activity.

Mortgage rates slide to another new low for year


Red Sox claim Matt Fox off waivers from Twins The Twins announced t...


Reed's, Inc. , maker of the top-selling sodas in natural food stores nationwide, announced today that it has established a new retail relationship with Associated Wholesale Grocers.

Reed's, Inc. establishes new relationship with Associated WholesaleGrocers (AWG)


Gates said in the statement: ``We would be visiting India this week to meet policy-makers and public health figures to explore ways to build on achievements in health and development and tackle the significant burden of disease that still exists.


Kelly Preston is pregnant at the age of 47.


Dothan police arrested a convicted sex offender on Veterans Day for the failure to properly register as a sex offender.

Dothan police arrest sex offender for failure to register


A local man sentenced last September to felony domestic battery had his probation restored Monday, but not before the judge and prosecutor had puzzled out the recommendation of evaluators in the retained jurisdiction program.


TeachStreet, the Seattle startup that helps people find yoga, sewing and other types of classes, is expanding to Portland.


Belden, a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission critical applications, announced today that it has completed the previously announced sale of its Thermax and Raydex businesses, serving the aerospace and defense industry, to Carlisle Companies Incorporated for approximately $265 million.

Belden completes sale of Thermax and Raydex businesses


eBay has gone on the record saying that they will sell Skype if they fail to find ways of using Skype to support its core ecommerce business.


Two South Asian illegal workers holding immigration recognisance forms were jailed 14 months by Sha Tin Magistracy yesterday.


WW Grainger Inc. said Monday that its February sales rose 18 percent, boosted by contributions from recent acquisitions.

W.W. Grainger February sales rise 18 percent


Entrepreneurs, researchers and policymakers from around the world are set to gather in France next month to examine entrepreneurship and its role in society.


China has shut down 91 Web sites for pornographic and other 'vulgar' content, as well as a political blog portal, since announcing its latest bid to ensure Internet morality, state media said.


The Regional Arts & Culture Council announced $693,268 in project grant awards for 2012 -- a record sum for project grants by the organization, according to Jeff Hawthorne, the council's director of community affairs.

Regional Arts & culture council announces 2012 project grants


A 63-year-old woman died after being struck by a car on Main and McKee Streets in East Hartford Sunday night.

Woman dies after being struck by car in East Hartford


New jobless numbers jumped to a 5-year high of 6.1 percent, pushing the misery index to 11.7 percent.

New jobless numbers push misery index up to 11.7 percent


Database marketing provider Market Location has axed its brand manager Kirsty McKinney saying it has no room for marketing during the economic downturn.


Animal abuse in Baltimore came under fierce attack Monday as both the City Council and Mayor's Office took steps independent of each other to address an issue of increasing public concern.


Baker Hughes was downgraded by analysts at Goldman Sachs from a ``buy'' rating to a ``neutral'' rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Monday.

Baker Hughes downgraded by Goldman Sachs (bhi)


Thieves hit a well company south of Bridgeville, stealing more than $80,000 worth of equipment and tools, state police said today.


The US Small Business Administration on Tuesday extended the deadline for its disaster loan program for small businesses on the Gulf Coast.

Small Business Administration extends deadline on disaster Loan program


Nokia Corp says it will sell its wireless modem business to Renesas Electronics Corp for $200 million and will transfer 1,100 workers to the Japanese company.


Suriya will don a commando's role in the film, its director Major Ravi informed.


A Vermont woman who fled to Florida days before she was to stand trial in a felony drunken driving and reckless endangerment case has been charged with bail jumping.


The pound extended its decline against the euro after an industry report showed UK retail sales fell in May.

Pound extends declines after UK retail sales fall in May


``Real Housewives of New Jersey'' stars Chris Laurita and Joe Gorga are facing state charges of making terroristic threats for threatening to kill a Paramus man during a fight at a boutique opening in Ridgewood last weekend.

'Real Housewives of New Jersey' stars face state charges for threatening to kill Paramus man


British pop star Gareth Gates has split from his wife after four years of marriage.


Several hundred low income and uninsured residents of Arlington, Alexandria and Fairfax County received free dental care recently when the Northern Virginia Dental Society hosted its 10th Annual Mission of Mercy project.

Hundreds of low income residents receive free dental care


A dog specially trained to look for bodies found three areas of interest in the building where missing bookkeeper Suzanne Pilley worked, a court has heard.

Dog trained to look for bodies found areas of 'interest' at Suzanne Pilley's work


The Japanese Government has accused environmental group Sea Shepherd of throwing acid across the decks of its whalers.

Japan accuses Sea Shepherd of 'throwing acid'


A tea dance for the 21st century including live swing music, comedy and theatre is set to entertain people in Deptford.

Tea dance for the 21st century set to entertain Deptford


Airbus has flown the first A350 XWB nose section from partner Aerolia, in Meaulte, France, to its site in Saint Nazaire, the European plane maker announced Tuesday.

Airbus flies first A350 nose section to Saint Nazaire


Singer and actress Ashlee Simpson has filed for divorce from her rock star husband Pete Wentz after less than three years of marriage.


``Everything has been rectified,'' said Gayle, who played for the first time for the West Indies since the 2011 World Cup against Middlesex.


A body spotted by Grand Canyon National Park's helicopter pilot was recovered Saturday from below the South Rim.

Body recovered from below Grand Canyon's South Rim


The Washington Nationals talented centre fielder Bryce Harper is expecting his Major League return soon as he now feels much better after getting injured with sore left thump.

Washington Nationals centre fielder Bryce Harper expects to return soon


A new center for adults with Down syndrome in suburban St. Louis has been named for Cardinals star Albert Pujols.

Center for adults with Down syndrome named for Cardinals star Albert Pujols


A local community health care clinic that provides health care to underserved and uninsured people needs the community's help to keep their doors open to everybody.

Local community health care clinic needs community's help


AutomodEx 2010 opened doors to auto enthusiasts of all ages earlier today.


India has proposed talks with Pakistan on the issue of prisoners in both the countries.

India has proposed talks with pak on prisoners:


In an interview for his new book, ``Black Is The New White,'' Mooney said that Precious was scripted by demons.

Paul Mooney says Precious was ``scripted by demons''


Yuan unlikely to replace US dollar as global reserve currency anytime soon, ex-PBOC adviser says.

Yuan unlikely to replace dollar soon - ex-PBOC adviser


The Saudi Red Crescent Authority took delivery in December of an Airbus A318 as part of the expansion of its air support capabilities.

Saudi Red Crescent Authority takes delivery of Airbus A318


After hearing from Kurt Cobain and Nirvana fans across the United States, the city of Aberdeen is keeping the words ``Come as you are'' on a welcome sign.

Aberdeen keeping 'Come as you are' welcome sign


A flea market is not the answer in Long Valley.


Two Russian companies have announced plans to construct a commercial space station for use by private citizens.

Russian companies plan to construct commercial space station


Arizona Diamondbacks eased past Milwaukee Brewers 14-3 at the Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona on Wednesday, April 4 in their Cactus League encounter of the 2012 Major League Baseball Spring Training Session.

Arizona Diamondbacks ease past Milwaukee Brewers 14-3 --


Actress Evan Rachel Wood had no idea she was pregnant, when she sent a tweet denying she was expecting a baby!

Evan Rachel Wood had no idea she was pregnant!


Venezuela on Friday charged an ex-defence minister and ardent critic of leftist President Hugo Chavez with corruption, a move that could sideline one of the socialist leader's most important opponents.


On Tuesday, 24th July, Israeli forces arrested Palestinians after they raided their parents' house in Hebron, south of the West Bank.

Israeli forces arrest Palestinians in Hebron


R&S sub-label Apollo will relaunch this April with an EP by Synkro called Broken Promise.


New Delhi, March 7 Canada bowled out Kenya for 198 in a World Cup Group A contest at the Ferozeshah Kotla here Monday.


Recent research has shown evidence that might prove that cockroaches are among the top causes of asthma and other allergic reactions.


Senator Edward Kennedy, the longtime Massachusetts Democrat and head of the Kennedy family, has been diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor, his doctors said.

Kennedy diagnosed with malignant brain tumor


(prMac.com) Alameda, California - Karelia Software today released Sandvox 2.7, introducing support for several Mountain Lion features, introducing a new ``Google +1'' sharing feature, and adding an overhauled Host Setup Assitant, to its award-winning website building software for the Mac.


The internet and the rise of sports betting is changing the face of gambling addiction in Australia, experts say.


Budget cuts could ``cripple'' frontline public services and damage staff health and morale, managers have warned.

Cuts would cripple frontline services - managers


A man has been sentenced to eight years in prison for stealing a woman's car by pretending to be a DC official.


Greg Giraldo, a stand-up comedian who specialized in rants and insult-filled roasts, has died.


The government stated that it will go ahead and sign the ASEAN free trade agreement with Australia and New Zealand on February 27.


Irving and Cavs deal Lakers another loss, 100-94 Kyrie Irving scored 28 points in his return after missing 11 games with a broken finger, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 100-94 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, who dropped to a new low Tuesday night in a tumultuous season.


Skanska has opened a UK housing division as part of a new global expansion strategy.


A mob attacked the Mominabad police station on Monday and demanded the release of a suspected target killer who had allegedly wounded two brothers earlier in the day.

Mob attacks police station, demands release of target killer


Recently, city's consumer commission redefined the term 'accident' while deciding on an insurance claim appeal.


Simon Cowell is reportedly ``smitten'' with his new US X Factor co-judge Nicole Scherzinger.

Simon Cowell `smitten' with Nicole Scherzinger


The Commerce Department reported Friday that wholesale inventories dropped 0.6% in November while sales were down a record 7.1%.

Wholesale inventories drop 0.6% in November


Armenian armed forces fired from high ground in Jabrail District on Azerbaijani positions between 17.40 and 17.45 local time on 18 October, 1news.az reported.


Pop star Beyonce Knowles who pulled out of a gig in Belgium on the advice of doctors after suffering from dehydration and exhaustion has reportedly apologised to her fans for cancelling the concert by posting a hand written note online.

Beyonce apologises to fans by posting a hand written note online


Ukranian champion Shakhtar Donetsk has signed Brazilian defender Ismaily to a five-year contract from Portuguese club Braga.


The FBI says Smith -- a Democrat from Queens in New York City -- and City Councilman Dan Halloran were arrested early Tuesday at their homes.

State Sen. Malcolm Smith arrested by FBI


``Prime Minister John Key is right to not support the banning of pipes and vapourisers,'' says NORML NZ President, Stephen McIntyre.


Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin will miss a third consecutive game due to a bruised right foot.

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin to miss another game due to bruised right foot


The Iceland Symphony Orchestra will go on strike from Thursday if its members cannot agree a new pay deal.

Iceland Symphony orchestra to go on strike?


Bulgaria marks Father's Day on Friday, December 26.


Iran will invest $50 billion in its Persian Gulf oil fields and joint oilfields by the end of the Fifth Development Plan, IRNA reported quoting Managing Director of Iranian Offshore Oil Company Mohammad Zirakchian as saying.

Iran to invest $50 billion in Persian Gulf oilfields


Kerala cabinet on Wednesday decided to implement a pension scheme for farmers above 60 years of age in the state, chief minister VS Achuthanandan said.

Kerala to implement pension scheme for farmers above 60


17:25 Bangladesh police have arrested three atheist bloggers for allegedly defaming Islam and the Prophet Mohammed, police said Tuesday, amid calls from religious fundamentalists for an Internet crackdown.

Bangladesh arrests three atheist bloggers


A 37-year-old man in the central province of Thanh Hoa attempted to commit suicide by swallowing a 15cm knife.

Man attempts suicide by swallowing knife


A New York City man who was just looking to find love in an organized way made a dating spreadsheet that has gone viral.

New York man's dating spreadsheet goes viral


The Democrats' student loan bill, as predicted, has failed to move forward in the Senate.

Student loan bill fails to move forward in the Senate


A French court on Monday annulled a fine given to a woman driver wearing an Islamic face veil, months before a ban on wearing the garments goes into effect.

French court annuls fine for driver in Muslim veil


Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz chief Nawaz Sharif has ruled out joining the federal cabinet, saying his party has no intentions of joining the Pakistan People's Party led government.

Nawaz Sharif rules out joining federal cabinet


One hundred years ago, an oak hammock now located off Flamingo Road in Davie was one of a series of islands surrounded by Everglades marshes.

One hundred years ago, an oak hammock now located off Flamingo Road...


Democrat Barack Obama raised $US32 million for his presidential primary campaign in January, aides said, and Republican Mitt Romney poured $US18 million of his personal fortune into his White House bid during the last three months of 2007.


Kim Kardashian, the reality TV star, was ``flour bombed'' on the red carpet, after a woman threw powder over her.


Tennis ace Andy Murray believes he can 'go the whole way' and win the Wimbledon title this year.

' I will go the whole way' in Wimbledon:


Famous French actor Gerard Depardieu has arrived in the Armenian capital of Yerevan last night to participate in Karot festival, local media reported.

Gerard Depardieu arrives in Armenia to participate in festival


Singer/songwriting legend Neil Diamond overcame technical problems to delight a huge crowd during the Glastonbury afternoon 'veteran' slot on the Pyramid Stage today.

Neil Diamond overcomes technical problems to wow Glastonbury


Fabrizio Giovanardi says he is ready to 'do the job for the team' as the Italian gets set to debut for Team Vodafone at Phillip Island.


The new Bulgarian Minister of Interior, Tzvetan Tzvetanov will have three deputies despite the political decision of the new Cabinet to limit the administration, he himself said after assuming the position on Monday.

New Bulgarian minister of Interior to have three deputies


The new designers rocking the runway are young, business-savvy fashion femmes who have made Rosemount Australian Fashion Week their launch pad.


Fairfield Prep lacrosse players James Marusi, Andrew Hatton, Kevin Brown and Strecker Backe recently made their college choices.

Fairfield Prep lacrosse players make college choices


Ratings agency OzTAM has agreed to appoint an independent chairman following an investigation by the competition regulator into its operations.


The Republican establishment started to coalesce around Mitt Romney in earnest on Wednesday, March 21, with Jeb Bush and other leading Republicans pressuring Rick Santorum to leave the race after a thumping in the Illinois primary.

Republican establishment starts to coalesce behind Romney


Wellington Phoenix coach Ricki Herbert is taking the blame for his side's poor run of form in the A-League.


Professional golfer Tiger Woods was seriously injured in a car accident early this morning, the Florida Highway Patrol just reported.

Tiger Woods seriously injured in car accident


Jesse James is returning to public life to help raise cash for the families of the victims of a race crash in Lucerne, California.


A private research group says that consumer confidence in February rose dramatically from last month to the highest level since a year ago when the US economy's outlook started to look brighter before souring again.


A 35-year-old Smithville woman died in Monroe County early Wednesday when she lost control of her minivan and crashed.


``I said it when it happened to River Plate and I'll say it again today: big clubs always come back up.

Agüero: ``big clubs always come back up''


FairPoint Communications, Inc. today announced it has filed its provisional notice of cutover readiness with the Public Utility Commissions in New Hampshire and Maine and the Department of Public Service in Vermont.

FairPoint files provisional notice of cutover readiness;


Bahraini forces have attacked a female protester in the southeastern village of Malikiyah as regime troops continue their deadly crackdown on demonstrators, Press TV has learned.


The California Highway Patrol says a Los Angeles freeway construction worker has been crushed to death by a 3,000-pound steel beam that was being unloaded from a truck.

Los Angeles freeway construction worker crushed by beam


Paul McCartney and former model Heather Mills lock horns in a British divorce court on Monday in their battle over how big a slice she will take of the former Beatle's fortune.


While trying to work myself to death getting everything planted last weekend, I realized that there are some garden tools that you just can't live without.


Citigroup Inc. is expanding its global markets operations in Australia with the addition of several market veterans, adding another global bank to the list of firms seeking growth in the resource-rich country.

Citigroup expands global operations in Australia


Social networking site 51.com, which received a $51 million investment from Giant Interative Group in July 2008 is rumored to launch an online games platform by the end of October.

51.com rumored to launch online game platform


The rupee ended steady against the dollar on Tuesday as traders hoped for improvement in the local currency after healthy inflows of workers remittances and export receipts, dealers said.


The Australian cricket team led by Ricky Ponting on Monday arrived in Hyderabad amid tight security to play a four-day practice match against the Board President's XI from October 2.

Australia arrive in Hyderabad amid tight security


Hot weather will sweep into Eastern Oregon today and Tuesday, bringing possible record highs to some places and an increased chance of fire.


By Mike Didymus '' Selhurst Park could become a giant supermarket if developers are willing to challenge the strict planning policy Croydon Council has placed on the site.

Selhurst Park could become giant supermarket


Cartoonist Aseem Trivedi has been granted bail by the Bombay high court, according to media reports.


Director Spike Lee is slamming Quentin Tarantino controversial new film, Django Unchained.

Spike Lee slams Quentin Tarantino's ``Django Unchained''


AP Feed Miami Marlins president David Samson plans to run 50 miles in one day for charity to honor construction workers who built the Marlins' new ballpark, which opens this season.


Tube strikes set to start at noon today have been called off after last minute talks last night between trade union RMT and Tube Lines.


Romanians are spending much more money on their monthly purchases in 2009 compared to 2008 because of price hikes.

Romanians are spending more money on monthly purchases


A Montrose skilled nursing facility and its former administrator have been indicted on charges of felony abuse and neglect in the death of a mentally ill patient.

Montrose skilled Nursing facility, former administrator indicted


A DRUG addict who stole lead from the roof of a former Avon factory and was earlier found with thousands of pounds of heroin, crack cocaine and cannabis which he was to sell, has been jailed for three years.


An Allentown man was charged with dealing crack cocaine Wednesday afternoon after he sold the drug to a police informant, police said.

Allentown man charged with dealing crack cocaine


Qatar Airways yesterday operated a flight to Utapao International Airport, 140km southeast of Bangkok, to pick up passengers stranded in Thailand.

Qatar Airways operates flight for passengers stranded in Thailand


Saudi authorities executed on Friday a Pakistani man convicted of rape and murder, in the north-western town of Tabuk, the interior ministry said.Amjad Ali Kol was convicted of raping and strangling a woman, before stealing her money, the ministry said in a statement carried on official news agency SPA.

Saudi Arabia executes Pakistani for rape, murder


Actress, comedian and former talk-show-host Rosie O'Donnell shocked fans when she revealed that last week that she suffered a heart attack.


Doctors for Nicolas Sarkozy have given the 55-year-old leader a clean bill of health a year after he collapsed while jogging.

Nicolas Sarkozy given clean bill of health a year after collapsing


Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is reportedly very unhappy about the lack of ice and proper exercise equipment in prison.

Kwame Kilpatrick is unhappy about the lack of ice in prison


Joe Francis, the 35-year-old founder of the ``Girls Gone Wild'' video series, pleaded not guilty today in downtown Los Angeles to federal tax evasion charges.

Joe Francis pleads not guilty to tax evasion charges


14 applicants so far to run U of La system Fourteen applicants to lead the University of Louisiana System include university chancellors, former chancellors and department heads from Maine to the Midwest.


LCH.Clearnet Ltd is set to introduce free equity clearing for average daily member volumes of over 150,000 trades a day.

LCH.Clearnet introduces free equity clearing


Kapunda triple murder victims were stabbed to death and police say their killer may have also been injured.


US Rep. Virgil Goode says he doesn't plan to concede his re-election race to Democrat Tom Perriello.


Scientists in Australia warned Wednesday that 45 Australian species are threatened to disappear if introduced predators will not be controlled in the near future.

45 Australian species threatened to disappear


Clothing and nutritional food items were distributed free of cost to senior citizens above 60 years of age today at Bishnupur Police Maning Multi Service Centre and Naranseina Multi Service Centre in Bishnupur district.

Clothing, food items distributed to senior citizens


NCAA Champion Jon Scheyer recently signed a two-year contract to play for Maccabi Tel Aviv of the Israeli League.

Scheyer signs contract to play with Maccabi Tel Aviv


The stock markets fell at opening today, as traders appeared to be ``selling into the rally,'' or taking some profits from the two-plus-week rally that's been underway.


The parents of a man who drowned in the Chippewa River last year have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a person who was swimming with their son.

Parents of man who drowned in Chippewa river file wrongful death lawsuit


R Jagannathan, the erstwhile executive editor, DNA, will be joining Web18 as editor, business and financial media.

R Jagannathan joins Web18 as editor, Business and financial media


Google has launched its long rumoured magazine reading application called 'Google Currents'.

Google launches magazine reading application, Google Currents


Nicole Kidman is set to play Grace Kelly, the Oscar-winning Hollywood actor who gave it all up for a life as princess of Monaco, according to the Hollywood Reporter.


``The current media reports about Hero Honda buying out Kings XI Punjab is completely baseless and untrue,'' a Hero Honda statement said on Wednesday.

Hero Honda denies buying Kings XI Punjab


Manufacturing contracted in November for the fourth consecutive month, according to the latest Manufacturing Institute for Supply Management Report On Business.


Prince William and his girlfriend, heiress Kate Middleton, recently left the rest of the Royal Rat Pack for a weekend so the United Kingdom's hottest couple could look at houses on the market in Malibu.

Prince William and heiress Kate Middleton look at houses on the market in Malibu


The Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index rose 0.3% from November to December, to a seasonally adjusted reading of 145.87.


Asus has unveiled its latest Bang & Olufsen designed laptop, the Asus NX90Jq, featuring dual, turntable style touchpads that sit on either side of the keyboard.

Asus unveils Bang & Olufsen designed laptop


China Eastern Airlines reported a record net profit of nearly CNY5 billion in 2010, based on international accounting standards, a massive increase over CNY168.8 million earned in 2009.

China Eastern Airlines reports record net profit for 2010


Sir Trevor Brooking has urged Premier League clubs to invest more money in youth coaching.

Sir Trevor Brooking urges clubs to invest in youth coaching


In a significant climbdown from Bihar chief minister Mr Nitish Kumar's remarks on Mr Raj Thackeray, a member of his council of ministers today said north Indian migrants to Mumbai must ``adopt'' the local culture.


A 26-year-old Norwich man with an extensive criminal record was sentenced Thursday in Hartford to 10 years in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release.

Norwich man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison


Daniel Craig will do Stieg Larsson justice, film producer Soren Staermose has said.


Stem cells can be used to ``trick'' the immune system into accepting organs from a mismatched, unrelated organ donor as its own, according to a new study that may free many organ transplant patients from a having to take a lifetime of anti-rejection or immune-suppressing medication.

Stem cells ``trick'' the immune system to accept mismatched organs


SALES of personal computers and cellphones are expected to decline worldwide this year, according to a survey.

Sales of computers, cellphones to decline


Pinellas school officials will consider cuts in high school sports programs as they address the district's budget crisis, superintendent Julie Janssen said Tuesday.

Pinellas schools to consider cuts in high school sports


A Toys R Us boss who stole millions from company accounts to pay for call girls and sports cars, has been ordered to pay back the money or face another ten years in jail.

Toy R Us boss stole millions to pay for call girls and sports cars


Iowa will recoup $4.3 million from pharmaceutical companies that overcharged for medications.

Iowa to recoup $4.3 million in pharmaceutical overcharges


Hyperlocal news and information aggregator Everyblock has launched a new location-based widget targeted at local newspaper websites and blogs.

Hyperlocal aggregator Everyblock launches new widget


Wiz Khalifa has delayed his sophomore album ONIFC several times, up until he decided on a September 18th release date.


With less than a week to go before the big wedding, London is getting ready to show its best face to the world.


A CHARD teenager suffered ``several'' stab wounds during an incident last week in the town centre.


Security at an anti-war rally outside the state Capitol this morning allegedly had to break up a confrontation between a Fox News reporter and Ward Churchill, a former University of Colorado professor who caused an uproar when he called victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks ``little Eichmanns.''

Security breaks up confrontation between Fox news and Ward Churchill


Indian batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar on Monday unveiled his wax figure which will be housed at the famous Madame Tussauds museum in London.


A TOP-LEVEL inquiry was under way today into why boxes of medical records were left lying for days in a hospital corridor.

Inquiry after medical records are left lying in hospital corridor


The Columbus Blue Jackets have assigned defenseman Dalton Prout to the Springfield Falcons, the club's American Hockey League affiliate, Blue Jackets Executive Vice President and General Manager Scott Howson announced today.

Columbus Blue Jackets assign defenseman Dalton Prout to the Springfield Falcons,


German power metal legends Helloween has posted their new music video online for the song, ``Are You Metal?''

Helloween posts new music video, ``Are you metal?''


England's FA has charged Rio Ferdinand over a Twitter comment made in the wake of John Terry's racism trial.

FA charges Ferdinand over Twitter comments


Actress Christina Applegate said she that she had a double mastectomy three weeks ago following a recent diagnosis with breast cancer, and that she'll undergo reconstructive surgery over the next eight months.

Applegate says she had double mastectomy


Former US vice-president Dick Cheney kept a secret resignation letter locked away in a safe in case he were ever to be incapacitated, he reveals in his new book.


The San Antonio Spurs waived forward Stephen Jackson on Friday, ending his second stint with the team.

Spurs waive forward Stephen Jackson, ending second stint with team


The state funeral of Sir Edmund Hillary will be beamed live to Scott Base in Antarctica next week, in a poignant tribute to the man who made his final journey there almost exactly a year ago.

State funeral will beam live to the antarctic


A man who said God told him to kill and dismember his grandmother and his ex-girlfriend was convicted Tuesday of murder.

Man who says God told him to kill is convicted


Online sales of fake drugs have become the target of an intellectual property rights violation crackdown.


The Greek ambassador in Islamabad Petraus Moradeez met Interior Minister Rehman Malik on Monday at his office and discussed with him matters of mutual interest and exchanged views on cooperation in various fields.


The Los Angeles Lakers have decided to exercise their $16.1 million option on All-Star centre Andrew Bynum.

Los Angeles Lakers exercise their option on Andrew Bynum --


FFastFill said it had continued to grow successfully, making further progress in the implementation of its global SaaS strategy.

FFastFill continues to grow successfully


Libya is ready to negotiate reforms such as elections or a referendum but the resignation of leader Moamer Kadhafi is non-negotiable, a government spokesman said Tuesday.


A southern Kentucky doctor, accused of performing unnecessary exams on women, is being sued by several former patients.

Doctor is being sued by several former patients


17-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer can create more record on the ATP World Tour and it's tough to surpass his record for any player says former World No. 1 Carlos Moya.


Commerzbank, a provider of banking services for private and corporate customers, has introduced renminbi or RMB, accounts for corporate customers in Germany.

Commerzbank introduces RMB accounts for corporate customers in Germany


Johnson aims to go reverse in India Updated: 18:47, Saturday February 9, 2013 While acting head coach Steve Rixon is preaching the virtue of banging the ball in hard on pitches offering variable bounce, paceman Mitchell Johnson says reverse swing will also be crucial for Australia's success in India.


An Indianapolis man has won a bass fishing competition in Georgia on Sunday.


With similar stories making headlines across the nation, the State Bar Association formed a blue ribbon task force to study wrongful convictions.

State Bar Association studies wrongful convictions


Two wounded Western journalists escaped from Syria Tuesday after being trapped for days in the besieged central city of Homs, activist groups said.

Two wounded Western journalists escape from Syria


Drew Barrymore is engaged to her art consultant boyfriend Will Kopelman, The two started dating in February 2011 and reportedly got engaged in Sun Valley, Idaho over the Christmas break.

Drew Barrymore is engaged to Will Kopelman


European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet said euro zone inflation risks have intensified.

Trichet says inflation risks have intensified;


A duck shooter has pellet wounds to his face and neck after a hunting expedition in Victoria's north-west went wrong.


Derby County striker Craig Bryson faces a scan on a hip injury to see if he will miss the start of the season.


Canada's Parliament has approved a $CA40 billion, two-year economic stimulus plan, assuring the survival of Prime Minister Stephen Harper's minority government.

Canadian Parliament approves economic stimulus plan


Today the Supreme Court, via 7 to 2 decision, has ruled that video games, like books, music, films and other forms of media, are protected under the First Amendment.

Supreme Court rules video games are protected under First Amendment


Chris Brown says his brutal beating of Rihanna is a private matter and therefore everyone, including Rihanna, should just forget about.

Chris Brown says beating of Rihanna is a private matter


Iran exported $38 million worth of saffron in retail packages in 11 months, the Fars News Agency reported.

Iran exports $38 million worth of saffron in retail packages


Nighttime outdoor rallies are set to be allowed from Thursday as major political parties failed to agree on a revision to a related clause of the assembly law.

Nighttime rallies to be allowed Thursday


Crime could only be eliminated through aggressive policing across the city, said Punjab Police Inspector General Habibur Rehman.

Crime can only be eliminated through aggressive policing:


Biogen Idec says a candidate nominated by activist shareholder Carl Icahn won a seat on the drug maker's board of directors as part of a contentious proxy fight, but the votes are still too close to call on a second seat.Icahn claims his portfolio manager Dr. Alexander J. Denner and Dr. Richard C. Mulligan, a Harvard Medical School professor, have won seats on the board.

Biogen Idec says Icahn candidate wins board seat


Recently, a 2 On Your Side viewer called our Tipline asking us to find out why a former Catholic Church has been neglected to the point that it's now being called an eyesore.


NEW YORK Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter left Tuesday night's game against the Washington Nationals with left ankle stiffness.


Former SPICE GIRLS stars EMMA BUNTON, MELANIE BROWN, GERI HALLIWELL and MELANIE CHISHOLM came together in London on Tuesday to launch a new cocktail range inspired by the girl group.


Among the local indices, it noted that the Nifty could test the 5,300-5,325 range on the upside, while on the down side it could find support at 5,180 and 5,200.

Nifty could test 5,300-5,325 range on upside:


Steel firm ArcelorMittal is consolidating its IT outsourcing in western Europe as part of a move to a global IT supply model.

ArcelorMittal consolidates IT outsourcing in Europe


Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher confirmed he will retire for good at the end of the Formula One season.

Michael Schumacher to retire at end of Formula one season


Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun Times is reporting the Cubs have traded reserve infielder Andres Blanco to the Rangers for a player to be named later.

Cubs trade infielder Blanco to the Rangers for player to be named later


Pedestrians were robbed in separate incidents yesterday morning in Mission Beach and La Jolla, police said.

Pedestrians robbed in Mission Beach, La Jolla


Israeli forces opened fired towards Palestinian fishing boats in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, Palestinian sources said Wednesday.

Israel forces open fire towards Palestinian fishing boats in Khan Younis


Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill plans to contact striker Asamoah Gyan next week amid speculation he could be recalled from his loan spell in the United Arab Emirates.


The United Arab Emirates canceled all its Iraqi debt Sunday and moved to restore a full diplomatic mission in Baghdad by naming a new ambassador.


Former Providence College soccer midfielder Andrew Sousa signed a contract with the New England Revolution of Major League Soccer on March 3.

Former soccer midfielder Andrew Sousa signs with New England Revolution


Peyton Manning has bought a home in Cherry Hills Village for $4.575 million, according to celebrity website TMZ.

Peyton Manning buys home in Cherry Hills Village


China has overtaken the US as the world's biggest polluter according to a new report.Photo:

China overtakes US as world's biggest polluter


Jockey Danny Nikolic has pleaded not guilty to charges of improper practice and conduct prejudicial to the interests of racing at an inquiry in Melbourne.


US President Barrack Obama's science adviser has warned that China could overtake America as the premier nation for scientific and technological innovation, if ``we don't lift our game''.

'China may overtake US as premier nation for scientific and technological innovation'


The death of a four-month-old baby girl whose parents were in the care of Birmingham City Council ``could and should have been prevented'', a serious case review has found.


Several people were injured Thursday when a gunman opened fire inside a Northern Illinois University lecture hall, sending screaming students fleeing.

Gunman opens fire inside niu lecture hall


MOTORCYCLISTS are being urged to carry a potentially life-saving crash card by West Midlands Ambulance Service.


Sadrist leader Muqtada al-Sadr's spokesman denied that the Sadrist Trend sent fighters to Syria, pointing out that the Trend rejects intervening in the internal affairs of any of neighboring countries and vice versa.


A 37-year-old Chicago firefighter has been killed in a motorcycle crash in Springfield.

Chicago firefighter killed in motorcycle crash


Cruise lines are suspending visits to Mexico, as concerns about swine flu grow.


French car maker Renault could work closely with a US partner if the occasion arose, but it is not crucial, Chief Executive Carlos Ghosn was on Saturday quoted as saying.


Jazz was alive and kicking at premier venues in Hertfordshire for Father's Day on the 20th of June.

Jazz is alive and kicking in Hertfordshire


Thieves stole five young laurel trees from the front garden of a house in Goudhurst.


US manufacturing expanded in December but construction spending dropped for the seventh month, Bloomberg News reported Monday.

Manufacturing expands, but construction spending drops


The world's biggest passenger jet, the Airbus A380, made its first commercial flight to Paris on Tuesday when a Singapore Airlines flight arrived at Charles de Gaulle airport.

Airbus A380 makes first commercial flight to Paris


Rochester Mayor Robert Duffy today honored five city firefighters who rescued three young children from a burning house on Second Street in September.

Mayor Duffy honors firefighters for rescuing children


Volkswagen group, which sells luxury cars under the Audi , Volkswagen and Skoda brand names, is expecting to double its sales this year, a company official said.

Volkswagen group expects to double sales this year


A tactile robotic finger that can outperform humans in identifying a range of natural materials could pave the way for advancements in prostheses and personal assistive robots.

Robotic finger outperforms humans in identifying natural materials


Gov. Terry Branstad released a $25 million education reform package this morning that calls for more rigorous testing of students, higher standards for the state's teaching corps and a $10 million statewide literacy initiative.

Branstad releases education reform package


Microsoft is restructuring its Live Labs research group, sending about half the researchers to work within product groups at the company.

Microsoft restructures Live Labs research group


Commercial building in the city topped more than $750,000 in June, with residential building coming in at $123,000.

Commercial building tops $750,000 in June


NBCUniversal Domestic TV Distribution's Steve Harvey, the sleeper hit among this season's crop of new syndicated talk shows, has been renewed for a second season.

NBCUniversal Domestic TV Distribution's 'Steve Harvey' renewed for second season


London, Nov 15 Comedian Russell Brand is all set to star and produce the forthcoming comedy film 'The President Stole My Girlfriend'.

Russell Brand to produce 'the president Stole...'


Nicole ``Snooki'' Polizzi is working the press circuit following the release of her debut ``novel,'' called A Shore Thing... and she says her ``15 minutes was, like, a year ago,'' people, so now she's all legit and has plans to take over the world with her brand, or something.

Novelist Snooki says her ``15 minutes was, like, a year ago''


Wayward actor Charlie Sheen has been fired from his hit show Two and a Half Men which made him the highest paid television actor in history on $1 million per episode.

Charlie Sheen fired from Two and a Half Men


Iran, which is reeling under tough economic sanctions imposed by the US and European Union over its controversial nuclear programme, on Tuesday sought foreign investment in renewable energy sector.

Iran seeks investment in renewable Energy sector


Kuwaiti News Agency reported on Monday that Saudi Foreign Minister Saud al-Faisal arrived from Damascus to Cairo on Monday for a visit.


Adam Caplan of Scout.com reports that Cleveland has signed center Eric Ghiaciuc.


Southern Baptists are facing a membership decline that could shrink the nation's largest Protestant denomination by nearly half in 40 years, its convention president said Tuesday.

Southern Baptists facing a membership decline


Tyler Ennis, the No. 20 rated recruit according to Rivals, has committed to Syracuse, announcing the news on CIA Bounce TV.


Who really owns the terraces, those strips of land between sidewalks and streets?


Gregg Allman has cancelled a series of late summer shows due to illness.


Sri Lanka journalist shooting condemned Updated: 20:43, Tuesday February 19, 2013 The 'appalling shooting' of a senior reporter working for a privately-owned newspaper in Sri Lanka underscores the threats faced by journalists in the country, say media rights groups.


SVTC Technologies, the leading commercialization service provider for new, emerging silicon-based technologies in areas such as CMOS, MEMS, photovoltaics and other related nanotechnologies, has formed a partnership with Advantec Co. Ltd. to supply SVTC test wafers and analytical services to Greater Asia.

SVTC Technologies forms partnership with Advantec


Three Quins academy players helped England Under 18 to secure a win over Wales in this years Six Nations Festival at Worcester Warriors Sixways Stadium on Sunday.

Harlequins help England under 18s to win


A suspect was arraigned Monday in an East Price Hill shooting last month that left another man wounded.

Suspect arraigned in East Price Hill shooting


BUENOS AIRES, Argentina -Argentina edged Colombia 1-0 on Saturday in a crucial World Cup qualifier, winning on Daniel Diaz's goal in the 56th minute.


Patrice Evra, making his comeback to the France squad nine months after the World Cup farce, vowed to be a solution, not a problem, for Les Bleus ahead of a Euro 2012 qualifier in Luxembourg.

Evra vows to be a solution, not a problem


Trevor Francis, the former England and Birmingham City striker, is ``recovering well'' in a Birmingham hospital after suffering a heart attack on Friday.

Trevor Francis recovers from heart attack


Russian first Vice Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev hopes for strengthened energy cooperation between Moscow and Europe, and Bulgaria in particular, RIA Novosti informed.

Dmitry Medvedev hopes for strengthened energy cooperation with Europe, Bulgaria in particular


Centro Retail Group has swung to a half year profit as a result of a slow down in property valuation declines and advantageous foreign exchange movements.


Washington, Dec 6 The days of pirated CDs and DVDs are numbered, thanks to a novel optical technique developed by researchers in Spain that can differentiate pirated works from the original.


Panasonic announced four new additions to its Lumix point-and-shoot line of digital cameras.

Panasonic announces four new digital cameras


Minister for Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said on Friday that trilateral summit of presidents of Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran would ensure peace, stability and development in the region.

Trilateral summit to ensure peace, stability in region:


The world premiere of Indian director Mira Nair's political thriller The Reluctant Fundamentalist based on a bestseller will open the Venice film festival next month, organisers said on Sunday.

'The Reluctant Fundamentalist' to open Venice festival


The Green Business Certified accreditation is earned not bought.


The first travel guide on Sri Lanka in Arabic language penned by a UAE national was launched yesterday at the Sri Lanka pavilion in the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai.

Travel guide on Sri Lanka in Arabic launched


THE 2009 crime report, released earlier this week, has both good and bad news for Uganda.The good news is that the over-all number of crime cases reported went down.


A natural gas pipeline exploded in southwest Moscow early Sunday, sending flames up to 300 meters in the air, the emergencies ministry said.


A Moultrie man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his ex-girlfriend.

Moultrie man sentenced to life in prison


Fitch ratings, one of the world's leading credit ratings agencies, has upgraded Estonia to A+, the fifth highest possible investment grade.


China and NATO have a potential to develop a certain partnership in the future, especially in addressing security challenges, said Wolfgang Ischinger, Chairman of Munich Security Conference, APA reports quoting Xinhua News Agency.

China, NATO have potential to develop partnership:


The Apache Corporation said Thursday it would buy Mariner Energy for $2.7 billion, just days after Apache said it would acquire Devon Energy's Gulf of Mexico oil and gas assets for more than $1 billion.

Apache buying Mariner Energy for $2.7 billion


Goldman stole the show in Washington yesterday, which is unfortunate, since it happened to be the day when President Obama's deficit commission finally got together for its first session.


Calpine, the giant power producer, emerged from bankruptcy late Thursday after more than two years.


President Barack Obama chose former commerce secretary William Daley as his new chief of staff Thursday, bringing a renowned powerbroker on the wavelength of Wall Street into his retooled administration.

Obama chooses William Daley as new chief of staff


Japanese auto giant Toyota says it will temporarily halt production at five European plants for several days in April and May, due to a shortage of parts following the March 11 earthquake.


Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan wants to have cordial and friendly ties with all its neighbours.

Pakistan wants to have cordial and friendly ties with all its neighbours:


Northborough police are warning residents about a scam in which a woman is bilking cash by claiming her son needs money for a tow.

Northborough police warn residents of scam


Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

Paul Allen diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma


A PERVERT who sexually assaulted a paramedic as she treated him for head injuries has been jailed for four months.


Colin Mochrie says that being one of two people on stage in front of a hockey arena full of 1,800 people won't faze him when he and Brad Sherwood bring their fearless brand of improv comedy to Servus Place on Friday, Sept. 20.

Mochrie bringing fearless improv to Servus Place


A local newspaper in Boston reported that New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is to undergo foot surgery.

New England Patriots' Tom Brady to undergo foot surgery


Zanu PF forced supporters from Mucheke to attend a poorly organised graduation ceremony at the Great Zimbabwe University in Masvingo at the weekend when only about half of the 687 students who were supposed to graduate showed up.

ZANU PF forces supporters to attend graduation ceremony


Deutsche Bank raised Bajaj Auto to ``buy'' from ``hold'' on Thursday, citing good quarterly results, positive margin outlook and attractive valuation.

Deutsche Bank raises Bajaj Auto to 'buy'


Arkansas Health Department officials said a rare case of a rabid bull has been confirmed in Boone Counrty, Ark.


Australia's stand-in captain, Shane Watson, believes that tight games, such as the dramatic 220-run tie between the visitors and West Indies in the 3 rd ODI of the 5-match series at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown, St Vincent, make teams more competitive, ensuring a good series.

Tight games make for a more competitive series:


Many continue to seek Bank of America refinance mortgage rates but remember that there are many options available at the present time.

Bank of America refinance mortgage rates --


Volkswagen plans on keeping the 'Passat' name for its new midsize sedan that it will unveil at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show tomorrow, according to sources familiar with the company's plans.

Volkswagen to keep 'Passat' name for new midsize sedan


An Onalaska, Wis., man died Friday in Bayfield County from injuries from an apparent snowmobile accident.

Wisconsin man dies in Bayfield County snowmobile accident


DNA, Mumbai's No. 2 English broadsheet daily has launched its Jaipur edition on June 7, 2008.


Domestic markets are likely to open on positive note following the strong global indices.

Markets likely to open on positive note:


Truck drivers in central Benguela province recently called for more traffic signs on the Luanda/sumbe/Benguela road, due to increasing traffic expected during the African Football Cup of Nations in January next year.

Truck drivers call for more traffic signs on Luanda/Benguela road


Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister S. Jaipal Reddy today said that India will continue to import oil from Iran without violating any international law and has requested the United States and the European Union to take into account India's oil needs.Reddy's comments come in the wake of US saying that it could impose sanctions on countries imposing the product.

India to continue importing oil from Iran


New Delhi, June 10 The irretrievable breakdown of a marriage will be made an additional ground for divorce under an amendment to the Hindu Marriage Act and the Special Marriage Act approved by the cabinet Thursday.

Irretrievable breakdown of Marriage made ground for divorce


US retailer Target might have to choose between using a different name in Canada, buying the Canadian rights to the Target trademark, or face a lawsuit.

Target may have to use different name in Canada


Russian forward Andrei Kirilenko said on Saturday that he has decided against returning to the NBA after the US basketball league lockout and will stay with his Russian club CSKA.


NATO has urged Georgia to improve ties with its neighbouring countries, while Russia should remove its support for the breakaway Georgian territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia.

NATO urges Georgia to improve ties with neighbouring countries


The New York Times is reporting that Barack Obama has asked New York Governor David Paterson to withdraw from the state's race for governor.

Obama asks New York's governor David Paterson to withdraw from race


A boat with some 80 people on board sank Sunday in the Solimoes River in Brazil's northern Amazon as state, killing at least 16, local media reported.

Boat sinks in Amazon, killing at least 16


The spirit of Christmas is alive on Hampton street in Corpus Christi, Texas.

The christmas spirit is alive on Hampton


Kamal Thapa, president of Rastriya Prajatantra Party, has said he will knock the doors of apex court against the decision of the Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority.


While the Red Sox were in the blazing heat of Texas for one last day, right fielder JD Drew and third baseman Kevin Youkilis, both of whom are on the 15-day disabled list, got in some work at Fenway Park.

Drew, Youkilis get work in at Fenway Park


A 30-year-old drug addict who stole nearly R500 000 from her employer was sentenced to five years in jail by the Bellville Specialised Commercial Crimes Court today.

Drug addicts sentenced to five years in jail


One Reverse Mortgage is moving part of its staff downtown and taking residence in the Compuware building later this summer.

One Reverse Mortgage moves staff downtown


In news that has rocked the baseball world, Mark Fainaru-Wada and TJ Quinn of ESPN.com are reporting that 2011 National League MVP Ryan Braun has tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs.

Ryan Braun tests positive for performance-enhancing drugs


Lloydspharmacy has launched a range of co-branded generics in response to customer demand for medicines consistency.

Lloydspharmacy launches co-branded generics


SCIENTISTS have grown genetically-modified purple tomatoes, in an unusual endeavour to promote healthy food.


Nevada-based AllCom announced today the release of its GeniePage service, a unified system which combines traditional paging with email, web services, telephony, and SMS text messaging to provide a complete system for quick contact between AllCom Subscribers and anyone else, worldwide.


Taiwan opened its first tourism representative office in Beijing on Tuesday, marking another indication of improving ties between the island and the mainland.

Taiwan opens tourism representative office in Beijing


The Election Commission gave a clean chit to Murli Deora, oil & petroleum minister saying that Deora did not violate the model code of conduct when he referred to taking a decision on the fuel prices after assembly polls in six states.

Election Commission gives clean chit to Deora


Crews are working to repair a water main break in a South Florida neighborhood Wednesday.


The Vikings said on their website Wednesday morning that Favre was scheduled to practice with the team, less than 24 hours after they sent three of his closest friends to Mississippi to bring him back after another summer of indecision.

Vikings say Favre will practice with the team


Actor Paul Giamatti has joined the cast of Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning drama Downton Abbey, Carnival Films and ITV have announced.

Paul Giamatti to join cast of Downton Abbey


A new furniture store plans to open in Crystal Lake thanks, in part, to a $10,000 incentive grant from the city.

Furniture store plans to open in Crystal Lake


When it comes to the Vatican's crackdown on women religious, I believe it's time to declare that for the purpose of this struggle: we are all nuns.


Oil prices fell for the sixth session to below $78 a barrel on Monday, as poor risk appetite and renewed concerns about energy demand prompted investors to sell down their positions.

Oil falls for sixth session to below $78


A Pakistani fisherman died in an Indian prison, media reported on Thursday.

Pakistani fisherman dies in Indian prison


Brooke Mueller is ''doing great'' staying out of the public eye and will not be ''falling off the wagon'', according to her representative Elliot Mintz.


Exeter Airport have announced a record month for passenger fingers in August with 114,600 passengers making their way through the airport.


England, set 197 to win, were 0-0 when bad light stopped play on the fourth day on Sunday.


London theatre fans were treated to a preview of the forthcoming musical The Umbrellas of Cherbourg in the capital this week.

Theatre fans treated to preview of the Umbrellas of Cherbourg


Veteran actor Babu Antony is all set to turn director this year.


A woman was fatally struck by a northbound Metro Blue Line train this afternoon in Watts.

Woman fatally struck by Metro Blue Line train


A Flood Warning has extended until Friday evening for the Escambia River near Century from Thursday morning until Friday evening.

Flood Warning extended for Escambia River at Century


In a move that could improve its standing in the United States, Betfair has applied for admission to the main market of the London Stock Exchange.

Betfair to apply for admission to London Stock exchange


Beach Energy hopes to launch a pilot shale gas well in South Australia's Cooper Basin.


John Abraham recently visited his in-laws place in Dharamsala due to the death of his soon-to-be-wife Priya Runchal's grandfather Buta Ram.


A Reisterstown financial advisor pleaded guilty in federal court in Baltimore on Wednesday to mail fraud in connection with the theft of more than $800,000 from accounts he managed for a child suffering from cerebral palsy and for an elderly client with dementia.

Reisterstown financial advisor pleads guilty in fraud


A Massachusetts man has pleaded not guilty to pocketing $36,000 in insurance payments by filing 21 fake injury claims for the same broken tooth.


Graham Roumieu teaches us how to draw Bigfoot.


THREE drug dealers are facing life behind bars for beating a helpless addict to death.


As if his ongoing divorce from Kim Kardashian wasn't enough of a legal bother to keep him and his attorney very busy, Kris Humphries has just been sued by a Beverly Hills luxury clothes retailer for basically lying to get a considerable discount.

Kris Humphries sued by luxury clothes retailer


Maoists killed one person here and blew up a railway track in Bihar's Jamui on Sunday, TV reports said.


ICICI Bank has no liquidity problem as it has Rs 90,000 crore in government securities, besides the global subsidiaries have USD 2.5 billion in cash, country's leading private sector lender's Chief Executive KV Kamath said.


Grange Hotels, London's leading independent hotel group, announce special offer deals on Afternoon Tea this summer for their guests and the public.

Grange Hotels announce special offer deals for Afternoon Tea


A 48-year-old Fallon woman pleaded guilty on Tuesday to one count of forgery and no contest to one count of obtaining money, property or rent by false pretense in District Court.


A St. Albans dentist who was recently accused of trying to seduce one of his patients has been struck off after a hearing with the General Dental Council.


Medicare will pay nursing homes $360 million less, or 1.1%, in fiscal 2010 because of a recalibration of its case-mix indexes, the CMS announced.

Medicare to pay nursing homes $360 million less in fiscal 2010


A doctor working for the Auckland District Health Board has pleaded guilty to assaulting his partner.

Doctor pleads guilty to assaulting partner


SINGAPORE Oil prices slipped below $81 a barrel Thursday, retreating from a 2009 high, as a wobbly US dollar steadied in Asian trading.

Oil slips below $81, retreating from 2009 high


The Winterhawks beat the Kelowna Rockets 4-2 in Game 6 of their second round series Sunday to advance to the conference finals for the first time since 2001.

Winterhawks advance to conference finals


A firefighter and a police officer were both killed in the line of duty in separate incidents.


Sports Writer is reporting that the Cleveland Browns QB Jake Delhomme is still not cleared to practice after he injured his ankle in week 1.


A Lee County mother died in the hospital this morning after being hit by an off-duty Bishopville police officer on Monday.


``Growing Pains'' actor Andrew Koenig has gone missing for several days.

'Growing Pains' actor Andrew Koenig is missing!


Rocker Alice Cooper has reunited with his old bandmates to collaborate on his new solo album Welcome 2 My Nightmare.

Alice Cooper reunites with old bandmates for new album


Now is the time to put an end to the decades-old violent armed conflict in Mindanao.

Now is the time to end the armed conflict in Mindanao --


It has emerged that Britney Spears is set to regain custody of her two young sons.

Britney Spears to regain custody of her sons


Chris Coleman-Smith, auctioneer director at Savills, maintains that the UK's property auction market will remain strong.

Property auction market will remain strong


Jacob's Creek has signed a three-year partnership with Andre Agassi, which will see the former tennis champion feature in a global promotional campaign.

Jacob's Creek signs up former tennis ace Andre Agassi for global campaign


Avril Lavigne has revealed that she was drunk when she first met her ex-husband Deryck Whibley.

Avril Lavigne recalls meeting Deryck Whibley


An FBI agent Wednesday testified in the Mumbai terror trial, Indian prosecutors said.

FBI agent testifies in Mumbai terror trial


A LOWRY painting of a Northumberland town has sold for more than half a million pounds.

Lowry painting sold for more than half a million


Individual school test results are now out for DC Public Schools and Charter Schools, so if you want to go check your neighborhood school's results, you can.


Cougars are again spreading across the Midwest a century after the generally reclusive predators were hunted to near extinction in much of the region, according to a new study billed as the first rigorous statistical look at the issue.


A Montrose motel that serves the area's homeless population has been damaged by fire.


Manchester United youngster Paul Pogba is set to make his senior debut in Tuesday's League Cup clash with Leeds United, boss Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed.

Manchester United youngster Paul Pogba set to make debut in League Cup clash wth Leeds United


Toyota Cheetahs scrumhalf Sarel Pretorius is likely to head abroad at the end of the season as several leading overseas teams are interested in securing his services.


The Rangers announced Friday they have entered into a five-year agreement with KTXA-TV to broadcast 25 regular-season games starting next season.


Gonzalo Higuain's hat trick leads Argentina to a 4-1 win over South Korea

Higuain hat trick leads Argentina to win


Former Penn State RB Silas Redd transfers to USC after sanctions.


The French representations will be closed in 20 countries of the world on September 21 --

French representations to be closed in 20 countries


Megan Fox is looking forward to being pregnant and starting a family, a scenario that she admits stresses her out.

Megan Fox looks forward to being pregnant


IBM recently launched new software and services to help customers put information at the center of their organizations to outperform competitors.


One of the most popular Bay Area fashion events of the year, Discarded to Divine is coming up this Thursday, April 29 at Saint Mary's Cathedral in San Francisco.

The fashion event of the year - Discarded to Divine


If the agreement is signed, Full Tilt will be bought by European Investors and the US players will regain their $150 million back.

Full Tilt poker to be bought by European investors?


``Final Destination 3'' star Ryan Merriman has been charged with DUI -- two months after the actor was arrested in Newport Beach, CA.

'Final Destination 3' star Ryan Merriman charged with DUI


The Federal Reserve of US has taken an initiative to boost the US economic recovery and has said that, it would use the proceeds from its investments to purchase the long term government debts.

Federal Reserve taking initiative to boost US economic recovery


DHL has further expanded its road freight services to the North African region.

DHL expands road freight services to North africa


Channel Nine has revealed plans for a new digital television channel, which will begin airing in August with a focus on light entertainment.


Mackey's Public House has closed its doors in Crystal City.


DMX rapped for reporters outside a Phoenix courtroom after pleading not guilty to felony charges of theft and identity theft.

Rapper DMX pleads not guilty to felony charges


Motorists have been warned to obey the rules of the road this Easter and have been advised to consume alcohol at home or to use a designated sober driver to travel.


A former union leader was sentenced today to probation for taking thousands of dollars worth of supplies for his buffalo herd from a contractor and using union-owned equipment on his Maryland farm.

Former union leader sentenced to probation


Ac Milan kept up the pressure on Serie A leaders Lazio with a hard-earned 3-2 win away to Bari as Massimo Ambrosini, Mathieu Flamini and Alexandre Pato got the goals.


Intellavia is pleased to announce the launch of a new website, as well as several social media vehicles, for the Technological Research and Development Authority.

Intellavia launches website for the Technological Research and development Authority


The small town of Alamosa, Colo., has water everywhere, but not a drop to drink because salmonella bacteria contaminated its water system and now crews are flushing the city's waterways with chlorine to clean it out.

Water everywhere but not a drop to drink


A 22-year-old West Amwell man is facing charges of having sex with a minor.

West Amwell man charged with having sex with minor


James Cromwell has entered a plea of no contest in a recent disorderly conduct case.

James Cromwell enters plea in disorderly conduct case


Best Places to Work nominations are due by 5 pm today and must be submitted online by clicking here.

Best Places to Work nomination due by 5 pm today


Indian bond yields edged down on Monday due to a lack of fresh supplies scheduled till the end of the fiscal year with lower US treasury yields also supporting sentiment, but advance GDP estimates were eyed for further cues.


A 30-year-old Cokato man was arrested last week on child pornography charges and was taken to the Meeker County Jail to await his first court appearance.

Cokato man arrested for child pornography


Shortly after allegedly assaulting her limo driver a few days ago, a UK poll has revealed that Naomi Campbell has been voted as angriest celebrity on a UK based website.

Naomi Campbell is voted as 'angriest celebrity'


Panasonic slashed its annual profit forecast by 90 percent, blaming a strong yen, sluggish sales and heavy discounting as electronics makers fight for market share amid a global economic downturn.

Panasonic slashes profit forecast by 90 percent


Australian back Paul Warwick has joined London Irish from Munster on a three-year contract, the English Premiership side announced Tuesday.


Northern Ireland voters could be kingmakers in a hung parliament, the Democratic Unionist Party has claimed in a final appeal for support.


Cisco posted a 7.2 percent rise in quarterly profit on Wednesday as demand for network equipment from telephone companies remained steady despite the slowing US economy.


The Barnett Government is ``disrespecting'' disabled people in WA by reducing information about funding for vital services, the state opposition claims.

Barnett 'disrespecting' disabled people:


http://mmajunkie.com Following a tumultuous run with the Ultimate Fighting Championship after his stint on ``The Ultimate Fighter 6,'' War Machine has signed with the ESPN Deportes-backed Bellator Fighting Championships.

War Machine (jon Koppenhaver) signed to Bellator Fighting Championships


If you want to see if the Tar Heels can take down the Seminoles you can watch Florida State streaming vs North Carolina online using one of a few different tactics.

Watch Florida State streaming vs North Carolina


The Wall Street Journal said Tuesday that it planned to end a year-and-a-half-old effort to sell its flagship US edition in London.

Wall Street Journal ends effort to sell its US edition in London


Israel allowed 17 sick Palestinians from the Gaza Strip passage into Jordan Wednesday morning to receive medical treatment because they cannot be treated in Israel.

Israel allows 17 sick Palestinians passage to Jordan for treatment


The Portland Trail Blazers announced today that guard Brandon Roy will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery on Thursday to repair a tear in the meniscus of his left knee.


SOMALI pirates fired on a French fishing vessel and guards on board returned fire, prompting a military helicopter and warship to rush to the scene, authorities said yesterday.


Gov. Mitch Daniels will sign a bill that defunds Planned Parenthood and imposes some of the most stringent anti-abortion measures in the nation.

Daniels to sign bill on Planned Parenthood


Garrison Keillor, famous host and writer of A Prairie Home Companion and The Writer's Almanac will return to The Book Nook & Java Shop in Montague at 2 pm on Monday, May 19.


A Mountie who was charged in connection with a collision that killed two people has pleaded guilty to a lesser offence under the Motor Vehicle Act.


South African fast bowling legend Shaun Pollock has hailed the 'remarkable' rise of Vernon Philander and feels he can be the surprise package in the shootout between the two best attacks in world cricket.


The Kansas City Royals have recalled right-hander Luke Hochevar from triple-A Omaha to start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday.

Royals recall right-hander Hochevar to start against Blue Jays


A NEW scheme that will 'change Barwell for the better' will go ahead, despite a spat over funding.

NEW scheme will change Barwell for the better


Kameda defends WBA bantamweight title Updated: 10:36, Wednesday December 5, 2012 Title holder Koki Kameda of Japan beat interim champion Hugo Ruiz of Mexico by a split decision in a unification bout for the World Boxing Association bantamweight title on Tuesday.


The Procter & Gamble Company today announced that it has been selected as one of the ``Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World'' for 2009 by Corporate Knights Inc. and Innovest Strategic Value Advisors Inc. The Global 100 is awarded based on how effectively corporations manage environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities, relative to their industry peers.

Procter & Gamble selected as one of the ``Global 100 most sustainable corporations.''


Islamabad, May 4 Some 100 lawyers on Wednesday protested the violation of Pakistan''s sovereignty by the United States when it killed Al Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden.

Lawyers protest us violation of Pakistan sovereignty


A 28-year-old man drowned in Hopkinton State Park last night after his canoe overturned and relatives tried to save him, authorities said.


A driver killed in a single-vehicle collision on London Rd. south of Brucefield died from a medical emergency, not the collision, police said.


The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says it does not recommend the use of aftermarket structural parts because there is no system in place to guarantee that they would perform the same way the original parts would in a crash.

IIHS does not recommend use of aftermarket structural parts


The European Financial Stability Facility says it will shortly issue €3 billion in 3-year bonds to help Ireland and Portugal.


While investors were waiting on the employment data from the US, oil prices rose to $102 a barrel.


mjunction services, which operates two of the country's largest online commodity markets for steel and coal, has forayed into e-retailing in a bid to become India's amazon.com.

Mjunction services forayes into e-retailing


A flash flood warning was posted for the Boulder City area as a strong storm moved through the region.

Flash flood warning posted for Boulder City area


The big miners are set to release their latest production figures with Rio Tinto and Fortescue updating the market on Tuesday, BHP Billiton will on Thursday.

Big miners to release production figures


Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat would be promoting her next coming flick ``Hissss'' at the TV show Dus Ka Dum.

Mallika Sherawat to promote ``Hissss'' at Dus Ka Dum


Tony Pulis is set to leave Stoke City, with the club poised to make an official announcement on Tuesday evening.


No injuries were reported in connection with a Thursday morning incident in which a Head Start bus rolled from a parking space outside the former George Clem School on Floral Street and struck a parked car.


Utah US Senator-elect Mike Lee has chosen a prominent state lobbyist to head his staff.

Utah Sen.-elect Mike Lee chooses lobbyist to head staff


The search is on for a new Cameron city manager with the City Council scheduled to interview a third candidate later this week.

Search is on for a new Cameron city manager


After a 15-month project, Northrop Grumman announced today the launch of GovTrip 2.0, the next generation of the corporation's GovTrip program.


Facebook is planning to build a new cold storage data centre in Prineville, US to archive old photos, videos and posts which users don't regularly access.

Facebook to build new data centre for archiving old photos and videos


Ahmedabad, Apr 30 Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi gave credit to all past chief ministers, ministers and MLAs, officials and people for development of the state on the eve of state's golden jubilee for which celebrations were launched with a convention of non-resident Gujaratis here today.

Modi gives credit to all for development of state


President Mohamed Nasheed returned to Malé on Sunday evening after concluding his five-day visit to India.


Denise Lewis has said that she is rooting for Andy Murray to win Wimbledon this year after she spent the first-day of the Championships in the Royal Box.

Denise Lewis rooting for an Andy Murray win


Union Health Minister Anbumani Ramadoss on Saturday said the measles vaccine administered to children in Tamil Nadu were of good quality.


American experts say the US media sensation over ``mail bombs'' from Yemen was a lie and has been staged by the Zionist lobby in the US.

Sensation around 'mail bombs from Yemen`` was a lie


The city of Longview and Gregg County have established several temporary emergency storm shelters, the locations of which will be announced if the local emergency operations center is notified of a severe storm warning.

Longview, Gregg County establishes emergency storm shelters


The White House has strongly condemned the terror attack in New Delhi that killed 11 people and said the US stands with its ``close friend'' India at this difficult time.


The stalemate in Parliament over coal block allocations entered the tenth day today as BJP persisted with its demand for resignation of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Stalemate in Parliament enters tenth day


LINDSAY LOHAN has been served with a foreclosure notice as bank bosses prepare to repossess the New York home where she has been living with her mother.

Lindsay LOHAN served with foreclosure notice


A vacant home on Shea's Lane in Torbay was destroyed by fire early this morning.


Finavera Renewables Inc. has announced a non-brokered private placement of 10 million units at a price of $0.20 per unit for gross proceeds of $2 million.

Finavera Renewables announces private placement


Kevin Pietersen has apologised to the Cricket Board for the controversial texts sent to S-African players.


In an interview with Jordan Zakarin at The Hollywood Reporter, liberal public-radio star Ira Glass -- whose weekend show This American Life airs on more than 500 public radio stations -- admitted the obvious: they don't need the federal money to survive.


Justin Timberlake continued his week-long residency on the Jimmy Fallon show by performing a barbershop quartet version of his hit single 'SexyBack'.

Justin Timberlake performs barbershop quartet version of 'SexyBack' --


KANA SOFTWARE Inc., a world leader in multi-channel customer service, will announce its fourth quarter and year end 2007 financial results after the market close on Tuesday, February 19, 2008.

KANA Software to announce fourth quarter and year end 2007 financial results


Bhutan said here Monday that climate change must be addressed within the framework of sustainable development, saying that the issue must be tackled with the right of developing countries to be able to better life of their people.

Climate change must be addressed within framework of sustainable development:


IBC Advanced Alloys Corp. announces that Purdue University has filed provisional patents covering IBC-funded current nuclear fuel research and new discoveries, underway at Purdue and Texas A&M universities.

Purdue University files provisional patents


The nation's new health care law added consumer protections that kicked in Thursday, forcing insurers to meet new requirements.


Republican presidential candidate John McCain lost his lead among rural American voters as more of them favoured his Democratic rival, Barack Obama, in handling the country's economic crisis, a poll said Thursday.

McCain loses lead among rural American voters


CROYDON was ``the wettest place in Britain'' last Sunday, as the rain lashed down across the borough.

Croydon was the 'wettest place in Britain'


A former Harrison county teacher has been charged with a second sex crime.

Former teacher charged with second sex crime


Christian Bale has been attacked by Chinese officials for his attempt to visit a blind activist under house arrest in the country.

Christian Bale attacked by Chinese officials


History will judge former president Thabo Mbeki for his role in the alleged political conspiracy against ANC president Jacob Zuma, ANC head of elections Fikile Mbalula said on Tuesday.


Holidaymakers have been advised this week that flying is not the only way to get to France.

Flying is not the only way to get to France


A registered sex offender from Hugo is back behind bars after allegedly taking cell phone photos of an 8-year-old Broken Arrow girl as she showered in her upstairs bathroom.


A 35-year-old Eureka woman was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of child neglect, endangering the health of a child and failing to send a child to school after she came to the attention of officials due to her school-age children being habitually absent from school.

Eureka woman arrested on suspicion of child neglect


US Defence Secretary Leon Panetta today said the daring operation to kill Osama bin Laden at his Abbottabad safe house in Pakistan was very risky as the al-Qaeda chief's presence there was not 100 per cent confirmed.


``Visions do come true'', says ``Bryan Mallindine, Certified National Speaker and expert on Movement Therapy strategies.


As expected, T-Mobile has launched the Samsung Galaxy Tab Android tablet for $399.99 after new 2 year agreement and $50 mail-in rebate.


Women dance on Fremont Street to protest violence and ``over-sexualized advertising'' in Sin City as part of the One Billion Rising protest on Feb. 14, 2013.


Two bodies were found inside a home on the south side Wednesday night.


Manchester United won the Champions League by beating Chelsea 6-5 on penalties after a breathless all-English final had finished 1-1 after extra time on Wednesday.

Manchester United win Champions League on penalties


Air Malta and Cisk have teamed up and launched a joint marketing campaign whereby customers who purchase the NEW Cisk Lager 500ml cans six-pack have the opportunity to buy two Air Malta tickets at E199.

Air Malta and Cisk launch joint marketing campaign


Rupert Murdoch is expected to fly into the UK today to take charge of the crisis at The Sun after senior staff members were arrested over alleged corrupt payments.

Rupert Murdoch expected to fly to UK today


Yes, it's true, page 3 girl and ex-celebrity Big Brother housemate, Nicola T, has announced she's lost her doggy.

Celeb bb star Nicola T has lost her doggy


A Bliss man is facing drug charges after a traffic stop on State Route 20 A in the Town of Warsaw.


British interest rates will fall this year, possibly as soon as this month, as the Bank of England tries to energise an economy in stagnation despite high inflation, a Reuters poll showed.

UK rates to fall this year, possibly this month


Victoria's major country roads are crumbling in a funding black hole and are only going to get worse, a new report shows.

Roads crumbling under funding black hole: report


German manufacturing orders fell 2.3% in April from the previous month, outpacing analysts' expectations for a 0.8% decline, and erasing March's 2.3% increase.


GPs demand separate e-health fees Updated: 19:14, Tuesday April 10, 2012 Doctors have upped the ante in their fight to be paid a separate fee for setting up patient summaries when electronic health records are rolled out from July.


Ben Swift endured a mixed day in the Omnium at the World Cup in Manchester, Great Britain.


SAN BERNARDINO A Southern California judge has been publicly admonished for crude gestures and improper remarks, the second time in a decade he's been rebuked by the state Commission on Judicial Performance.

Southern California judge admonished for crude gestures, remarks


A Glassport man, who planned a home invasion to scare his ex-fiancee out of the Smithton home they shared, pleaded no contest Wednesday to kidnapping and other charges.

Glassport man pleads no contest to kidnapping, other charges


A bill aimed at keeping electronic tabs on domestic abusers is back on track after it came close to dying Thursday.

Bill to keep tabs on abusers back on track


Swiss regional carrier Flybaboo will treble in size under the leadership of new acting chief executive Jacques Bankir, with the arrival of three Embraer 190s.


The Bills lost their preseason finale to the Detroit Lions on Thursday by the final of 16-6.


Amanda Holden is confident Simon Cowell would never sack her from 'Britain's Got Talent'.

Amanda Holden: 'Simon Cowell would never sack me'


Forest Grove police say a five-year-old boy was shot on New Year's Eve while watching television.


Human remains believed to be Annie Le were found Sunday in the Amistad Street building where the Yale grad student was last seen Tuesday, authorities said.

Human remains believed to be Annie Le found


Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, who was shot in the head in January, will attend the space shuttle launch captained by her husband.

Rep. Gabrielle Giffords will attend space shuttle launch


A United Airlines jet with 249 passengers and crew on board has made a safe emergency landing in San Francisco.

United Airlines jet makes emergency landing


In a bid to ease cricketers` concerns over the contentious ``Whereabouts Requirements'' clause of the WADA Anti-Doping Code, the ICC has assured its member boards that the dope testing programme would be ``reasonable''.

Dope testing programme will be reasonable:


A heavy spell of overnight summer rains accompanied by thunder and lightning brought some relief to the national capital and neighbouring states in northern India Sunday after days of sizzling heat.

Summer rains bring relief to northern India