``Air India has accepted the CDR package submitted by Deloitte,'' the airline's Chairman and Managing Director, Arvind Jadhav, told reporters here.


An index of residential remodeling hit the highest point in June since its creation in 2004.


A Texas judge on Tuesday found a JetBlue pilot insane and not guilty of interfering with a flight after his bizarre behavior forced an emergency landing in March.

Texas judge finds JetBlue pilot insane, not guilty


COLUMBUS, Ohio Jantel Lavender had 24 points and 13 rebounds to lead No. 3 Ohio State to a 91-68 win over Eastern Illinois on Friday in the first round of the preseason Womens National Invitational Tournament.


An Aurora man was charged Wednesday with threatening a judge in a message to a public defender.

Aurora man charged with threatening a judge


Pennsylvania continues to lag behind many states in its support for public research universities, even though states on average reduced such subsidies by 20 percent between 2002 and 2010, while Pennsylvania decreased them by 10.1 percent, a study by the National Science Board found.

Pennsylvania lags in support for public research universities


President Barack Obama is an ardent fan of Mahatma Gandhi.


Miranda Kerr puts her trim figure down to following the blood type diet, as well as adding supplements to her meals to ensure she receives maximum nutrition.


Unemployment claims rose unexpectedly in the UK in January, with the number of people receiving jobless benefits increasing to 1.46 million.


A leading pet care expert has criticised the BBC for screening a programme called 'Death Row Dogs' because it wrongly portrayed the image of some breeds.


Orlando authorities say DNA tests confirm the skeletal remains recently found in the woods belong to missing toddler Caylee Anthony.

Remains found belong to missing toddler Caylee Anthony


NASA successfully launched space shuttle Atlantis from Kennedy Space Centre on Monday, Nov 16, carrying six crew members on a mission to the International Space Station.

NASA successfully launches space shuttle Atlantis


Pakistani troops and helicopter gunships continued their assault on Taliban positions near the troubled Swat valley this morning, the army said, bringing the death toll from two days of fighting to nearly 50.

Pakistan troops continue assault on Taliban near Swat valley


Maoists blew up railway tracks in Sundergarh district of Orissa today, derailing a goods train and disrupting train services on the Mumbai-Howrah route.


A 32-year-old man has surrendered to police following a 3.5 hour standoff in Walker on Saturday, Nov. 28.


British film director Anthony Minghella, who won an Oscar for The English Patient, has died in a London hospital after a short illness, his agent said.


A PROSTITUTION racket in ``sex-starved'' Ireland was run from a vicarage in a sleepy Welsh village, a court heard today.

Prostitution racket run from sleepy Welsh village


Michael Schumacher said Friday that he was still motivated to succeed in Formula One despite recent speculation that he had lost his drive in a sport dominated by far younger men.The chatter went into overdrive after last weekend's Turkish Grand Prix, when the 42-year-old told BBC television that the 'big joy' had gone.


An Islamist protester throws stones during clashes with armed ``thugs'', after an attack on protesters late Tuesday night, in Cairo May 2, 2012.

An Islamist protester throws stones during clashes with armed ``thugs'' in Cairo


A woman pleaded guilty Thursday to a burglary charge , and two codefendants chose to continue to their previously scheduled trial dates.


Icelandic bank Glitnir is updating Australian debt investors on its business operations this week, investors say.


Jennifer Aniston has sold two apartments she bought in New York last November at a $500,000 loss.

Jennifer Aniston sells apartments at a loss


Digital clubbing, a classic medical sign of chronic hypoxemia, first described by Hippocrates in patients with empyema, has now been explained on the molecular level.


Queensland LNP leader Campbell Newman is a crucial step closer to becoming premier, with a Newspoll showing him overpowering the popular Labor MP Kate Jones, whose seat he must first win.


Kevin Pietersen has issued an Ashes warning to Australia that England no longer have to rely only on their star players to produce match-winning performances.


An armed man shot dead by police in east London has been named as Andrew John Hammond, 40.


A fire ripped through an abandoned apartment building in the 900 block of Orchard in south Toledo early Monday morning.

Fire rips through abandoned apartments in south Toledo


Mourners have clashed with riot police outside an Athens cemetery during the funeral of a teenager whose shooting by officers set off three days of rioting across Greece.


China is likely to become the world's largest sugar importer by 2020 as consumption grows along with incomes, said Commonwealth Bank of Australia in a report on Wednesday.

China may be world's largest sugar importer by 2020


The mother of murdered London schoolboy Damilola Taylor has died of a suspected heart attack at the age of 57.

Mother of murdered schoolboy Damilola Taylor dies of heart attack


New Delhi The Vishwa Hindu Parishad today said it would oppose reservation to Muslims within the 27 per cent OBC quota approved by the Union Cabinet, terming religion based reservation as violative of the Constitution.


The catholic believers are celebrating on Sunday the ``16th Sunday ordinary time'', regarded as a reflection stage for the Christians, in the ambit of the festivities of the catholic community.

Catholic believers celebrate 16th Sunday ordinary time


Jones approved new advisory pure premium rates that average $2.49 per $100 of payroll.


After what seemed to many a never-ending, repetitive campaign , the Maltese go to the polls today, to decide whether or not they agree with the introduction of divorce legislation.


John O'Shea believes the new Manchester United signing, Chris Smalling, will be a ``fantastic player''.

United youngster Chris Smalling ``will be a fantastic player''


A 20-year-old Red Lake man has been sentenced to 6 ½ years in prison for a stabbing death on the Red Lake Indian Reservation in northern Minnesota last February.

Red Lake man sentenced for stabbing death


Fulham striker Bobby Zamora faces a late fitness test ahead of Thursday's clash against Hamburg.


Newly appointed Minister of State for Communications and Information Technology Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday said he would strive to make telecom tariffs more affordable, but without compromising on the technology front.

We will strive to make telecom tariffs more affordable:


Former Penn State player Adam Taliaferro remembers Joe Paterno.


In a landmark achievement for India , the scientists at Karnal-based India ''s National Dairy Research Institute successfully cloned the world's first ever buffalo calf.

Indian scientists cloned world's first buffalo calf!


A STAND-IN referee has been fined £150 and banned until next year for headbutting a player.

'Referee' banned for headbutting a player


THE childhood obesity epidemic is now affecting babies as young as one, with one Sydney hospital treating toddlers twice the size they should be.


IRVINE paid tribute to the Armed Forces on Sunday with a poignant church service and parade through the town centre.


ViewSonic is launching two new LED monitors that feature a new motto.


Actress Salma Hayek says she cries at soccer matches because she gets so emotional and passionate when she goes to watch a game.


Global ethylene oxide market is forecast to exceed 27 million tons by 2017, as it is the second leading consumer of ethylene globally, the ``Ethylene Oxide:

Global ethylene oxide market to exceed 27 million tons by 2017


Skidegate youth will vote for their own council next week giving them a voice in the community.


San Francisco Giants beat writer Andrew Baggarly, formerly of the San Jose Mercury News Group has joined on with CSN Bay Area the network as ``Giants Insider,'' Baggarly according to by Jen Franklin, Senior Director of Digital Media for CSNBayArea.com and CSNCalifornia.com.

Andrew Baggarly joins Comcast SportsNet Bay Area as San Francisco Giants Insider


Jennifer Aniston has allegedly forbidden John Mayer to talk about their romance to fans and the media.

Jennifer Aniston forbids John Mayer to talk about romance


Yes he is truly a Sardar at heart and proves himself to be just that in Vipul Shah's Singh Is Kinng.


Steel Dynamics said Monday its fourth quarter profits dropped 70% year-over-year on impairment charges and weaker non-ferrous operations.

Steel Dynamics' fourth quarter profit drops 70%


Governor Sonny Perdue has asked President Bush for a major disaster declaration in 14 Georgia counties hit by severe storms and tornadoes on Mother's Day.

Perdue asks Bush for major disaster declaration


Notre Dame will leave the Central Collegiate Hockey Association and join Hockey East beginning in the 2013-14 season.

Notre Dame to join Hockey East beginning with 2013-14 season


Camille Grammer has ``reached out'' to her ex husband Kelsey Grammer in a bid to end their custody battle.

Camille Grammer - Camille Grammer reaches out to Kelsey


Canadian mobile operator Mobilicity will launch its 3.5G mobile network in Calgary on 28 April.

Mobilicity to launch 3.5G network in Calgary


Kuala Lampur-based multinational hospital chain Columbia Asia plans to set up hospitals in all the four metros.

Columbia Asia plans hospitals in all metros


It is confirmed that Hollywood hunks, Robert Pattinson and Hugh Jackman, are set to star on new drama movie ``Unbound Captives''.

Robert Pattinson and Hugh Jackman set to star on 'Unbound Captives'


Athabasca Potash Inc. announces the resignation of Robert Boyd as Chief Executive Officer of API today.

Athabasca potash announces resignation of Chief Executive Officer


The new salt brine truck arrived in early January, just in time to combat an anticipated snow fall.


Transcend has launched its new RDP7 multi-card reader that features an integrated USB hub.

Transcend launches multi-card reader with USB hub


An advisory council of Azerbaijan friendship groups in the EU member states` parliaments will be established, according to a decision adopted during a Tallinn conference ``Parliaments of the European Union states and Azerbaijan: development of inter-parliamentary cooperation and establishment of an advisory council of Azerbaijan friendship groups in the EU member states parliaments''.

Advisory council of Azerbaijan friendship groups in EU member states` parliaments to be established


Washington, DC - infoZine - US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced that the overwhelming demand for TIGER grants has once again far surpassed the available funding.

Demand for TIGER grants far surpassed the available funding


Quentin Tarantino will receive the Lumière Award at the Lumière festival, following in the footsteps of past recipients like Clint Eastwood and Milos Forman.

Quentin Tarantino to receive Lumière Award


A man has admitting firing a shotgun twice inside a house, where two young children were sleeping, during a drunken and violent home invasion in Christchurch last month.

Man admits firing shotgun in home invasion


Behind a pair of shutouts by Courtney Cronin and Miranda Kramer, and three home runs by the Mastodons in the nightcap, IPFW swept its home opener by scores of 1-0 and 8-0 over South Dakota State at the IPFW Softball Field.


Congressman Heath Shuler holds a fall family fun day and Get Out the Vote rally 11 am-3 pm Saturday at the Taylor Ranch, 1005 Cane Creek Road in Fletcher.


A state judge is letting a murder defendant take a two-week, five-state road trip so she can attend her half-sister's memorial service, go to the dentist and pick up some winter clothes.

Judge lets murder defendant take road trip


A Waynesboro man faces prosecution in Gulfport on a charge alleging he retaliated against a federal judge by filing a false lien against him for $10 million.

Waynesboro man faces prosecution on charge alleging he retaliated against a federal judge


In the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary massacre, the Emporia School District approves armed guards.

Emporia school district approves armed guards


Researchers tag great white sharks off Cape Cod The scientists and fishermen on board the Ocearch, a repurposed crabbing vessel, received word that their scouting boat had hooked a great white shark, sparking a flurry of activity.


Legislation has been passed so a one off public holiday can be held in Canterbury next Friday.


Telstra has been fined $18.5m for illegally blocking broadband competitors from using its local exchanges.


Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone are good friends; this is the new buzz in Bollywood.

Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone are friends


Authorities say a Winterhaven, Calif., man was slashed with a machete during an altercation with a neighbor over picked tomatoes.

Winterhaven, Calif., man slashed by machete


A bank robber did a good job of hiding his face, but his clothes may give him away.


Nearly all iPad owners already own an Apple product such as an iPhone, Mac or iPod.


The Minnesota baseball team dropped an 8-3 decision to Indiana in the second game of a doubleheader at the Metrodome on Saturday, Mar. 29.

Minnesota drops 8-3 decision to Indiana in second game of doubleheader


Kobe Bryant says it's ``very possible'' he'll play in Italy during the NBA lockout, adding that the country is like home to him since he spent part of his childhood there.

Kobe Bryant says its very possible he'll play in Italy


She said in an interview with Marie Claire magazine: ``I don't really have girlfriends in movies, if you've noticed. Well, I have a few girlfriends, I just... I stay at home a lot. I'm just not very social. I don't do a lot with them, and I'm very homebound. ``I'll talk to my family. I talk to Brad ... But I don't know, I don't have a lot of friends I talk to. He is really the only person I talk to.'' While the 36-year-old beauty explained the couple have no plans to expand their brood at present, she conceded she could ``end up pregnant'' at any moment. Asked whether she and Brad are hoping to add to their family, Angelina said: ``Nothing planned at the moment, but we just don't know. I could end up pregnant.``

Angelina jolie doesn't have any ``girlfriends''


Jennifer Lopez has gushed that working with 'zany' Steven Tyler on American Idol is 'awesome'.

Jennifer Lopez: `working with Steven Tyler is awesome`


DOZENS of market traders are to hold a protest tonight outside Walsall town hall to vent their frustrations over a proposed 50 per cent sell off of the market.

Market traders to hold protest at Walsall town hall


A shark attack today killed a New Zealand man swimming at Muriwai Beach, a popular swimming and surfing area near Auckland.


Prime minister David Cameron outlines the basis behind the Lib Dem Conservative coalition .

David Cameron outlines basis behind coalition


The fourth person God called to walk his chosen path of grace was Elisabeth, along with her son John the Baptist, yet unborn.

The fourth person to walk God's chosen path of grace


Obesity could be caused by childhood viral infections and may not be a result of heredity or poor eating habits, according to a study done at the University of California.


On Saturday, the Flyers claimed defenseman Nick Boynton off waivers from the Chicago Blackhawks.


South Korea recorded a current account surplus for the third straight month in December, the central bank said Friday.

Skorea records current account surplus for third month


The phrase ``song yet sung'' is part of something called The Code - an obscure and only half-understood system of communication among black slaves in 1850s Maryland, where this book is set.


India will sign key agreements to import natural gas through the US-backed Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India pipeline after diluting stiff terms it had laid for a rival project from Iran.

India to sign key agreements to import natural gas


Clare farmers are working themselves to death by allowing their mental and physical wellbeing to come second to the farm and animals.

Clare farmers working themselves to death


Rick Ross has released two new songs for God Forgives, I Don't, his new album.


Celtic stayed top of the Scottish Premier League on goal difference from Rangers after running out 3-0 winners over Hearts yesterday as the Old Firm rivals went six points clear.


Fashion designer Roland Mouret unveiled his inaugural shoe collection during his autumn/winter 2012 catwalk show during Paris Fashion Week.


Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman was in a hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, on Monday after being injured in a car accident in Mississippi.


Crystal Bowersox, a runner-up on American Idol in 2010, said she plans to move to Nashville later this year.

Crystal Bowersox plans a move to Nashville


India had finalised a new liberal visa regime with Pakistan and waiting for the response of Pakistan, said Indian Home Minister P Chidambaram on Friday.

India finalises new visa regime with pak, says Chidambaram


he's working towards a title shot and wants the biggest fights possible to get there.

Gegard Mousasi working towards title shot


Finavera Renewables announced it plans to raise $1 million through a non-brokered private placement at $0.05 per unit.

Finavera Renewables plans private placement


Conservative British Prime Minister David Cameron will host gay and lesbian athletes at a 10 Downing Street reception on Wednesday to help fight homophobia in sports.

British Prime Minister David Cameron to host reception to fight homophobia in sports


High Point-based BNC Bancorp will acquire First Trust Bank in a $35 million cash and stock deal, the bank said, giving BNC three more Charlotte branches, $228 million more in loans and $374 million more in deposits.

BNC Bancorp to acquire First Trust in $35 million deal


The Federal Housing Administration's Mortgagee Review Board has announced that it is immediately and permanently withdrawing the FHA approval of three mortgage lenders and is suspending a fourth.

FHA withdraws approval of three lenders and suspends a fourth


Scalpers outside Mbombela stadium in Nelspruit sold tickets for the World Cup game between Chile and Honduras in full view of police on Wednesday.


A 19-year-old Yakima woman was injured in a rollover accident on Interstate 82, early Sunday morning.

Yakima woman injured in rollover accident


State wildlife commissioners today made a few changes in controversial hunting regulations.

Commissioners change hunting regulations


Montreal Canadiens defenseman PK Subban has been fined $2,500, the maximum allowed under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, for a dangerous trip on Pittsburgh Penguins forward Chris Kunitz in NHL Game No. 695 in Pittsburgh on Friday, Jan. 20, the National Hockey League's Department of Player Safety announced today.

Canadiens' defenseman PK Subban fined $2,500


Brokers expect to be writing 27% more bridging loans in twelve months time, according to research from West One Loans.

Brokers expect to write 27% more bridging loans


The Republic of Equatorial Guinea, is working to strengthen and equip health facilities throughout the country to boost access to reproductive health services.

Equatorial Guinea strengthens health facilities to boost access to reproductive health services


Turkey has called on all Syrian opposition groups to unite under the banner of the Syrian National Council, a Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesman told reporters Monday, ahead of the second Friends of Syria contact group meeting in Istanbul, dpa reported.

Turkey calls on Syrian opposition to unite


O'Mara held a kick off rally at the Hilltop Inn in Elmira to discuss his campaign platform and vision with over three hundred supporters.


Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says she hasn't committed to serving a second term.

Secretary of State Clinton won't commit to second term


Belkin, an award-winning designer of people-inspired products, recently celebrated the grand opening of its first retail store in the Westfield Culver City Mall in Los Angeles.

Belkin celebrates the grand opening of its first retail store


Hilary Duff flips the switch at the lighting ceremony at the Empire State Building on Thursday in New York City.


Still, Evans said today that he expects to play again this season, and said that he's not considering surgery as an option at this point.

Evans expects to play again this season;


Motorola Inc. will split in two this quarter, combining the mobile-phone and set-top box units into one publicly traded company and the enterprise mobility and networks divisions into a second business.

Motorola to split in two publicly-traded companies


SAO PAULO ― A police dog has attacked a football player in a second-division match in Brazil, nearly ripping his uniform off.

Police dog attacks player after match in Brazil


Kim Kardashian has reportedly proposed to new beau Kanye West that they do a reality show together.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West to do reality show?


With patriotic music filling the air from Fairhaven public school bands, the Memorial Day parade hit all the right notes with spectators along the parade route Monday in Fairhaven.


A Toronto cabbie has been charged with sexual assault after a woman said she was attacked in the back of a cab on Tuesday, January 25th.


NICK DOUGHERTY moved up six places to 98th in the European Tour's Race to Dubai order of merit when he finished in a share of 31st place in the Ballantine's Championship at Jeju Island in South Korea.

Nick Dougherty has moved up in the European Tour Race to Dubai


Three students and five others were Friday arraigned at an Ebute-Metta Chief Magistrate's Court for robbery.

Three students, five others arraigned for robbery


Liv Tyler has confirmed that she is set to split from her British rocker husband Royston Langdon.

Liv Tyler splits from husband Royston Langdon


cluster of around 35 pyramids with graves has been unearthed in Sudan by archaeologists and provides great insights into the lives of the people of medieval times.

Cluster of 35 pyramids unearthed in Sudan


A 38-year-old German man living in Rochester Hills was sentenced to 12 years in prison Wednesday for child pornography and attempting to fly to Costa Rica to have sex with a minor.


UK natural gas for next month fell, reversing gains, as milder weather curbed heating demand even as exports to Belgium increased.

UK natural gas reverses gains as milder weather curbs demand


The fifteenth Miles of Smiles aid convoy arrived in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday via the Rafah crossing, government official Anwar Atallah said.

'Miles of Smiles' convoy arrives in Gaza


The spread between German and Italian 10-year government bonds has risen to 413 basis points and a 5.76% yield, its highest since last February.

Spread between German/Italian bonds rises to 413 points


Amazon has struck a global deal with Viacom that will see a raft of MTV, Nickelodeon and Comedy Central series distributed via its Lovefilm streaming service.


A jury trial date has been set for a former Bartlesville police officer accused of obtaining merchandise by false pretense.

Trial date set for former police officer


THE White House have urged the Russian Government tonight to expel Edward Snowden so he can be returned to America and face criminal charges.

White House urges Russia to expel Edward Snowden to face criminal charges


Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson felt his side were in complete control of their Capital One Cup tie against Chelsea until the Blues levelled at the death and went on to seal the victory in extra-time.


A new study shows men are more than twice as likely to adopt a child than women.


A HUNDON woman died after falling from her first-floor bedroom window, a court heard.

HUNDON woman died after fall from window


InDedicationOf.com is now offering, absolutely free, online memorial websites to honor our military and the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom and died while on active duty whether recently or in the past.

InDedicationOf.com is now offering free memorial websites to honor our military


Petrol prices will probably hit $1.90 a litre in Australia's capital cities over the next eight weeks as American families pile into their gas-guzzling cars over the pending holiday season and squeeze already soaring prices, a leading analyst predicts.


New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said on Monday New Yorkers affected by superstorm Sandy will be allowed to vote in Tuesday's US election in any polling place by presenting an affidavit.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says New Yorkers will be allowed to vote in any polling place


Chairman of auto major Bajaj Auto Rahul Bajaj today said that private sector cannot be bailed out.

Private sector should not be bailed out:


PA officials meet secretly with their Israeli counterparts to confer some complicated issues, Palestinian sources revealed.

PNA officials meeting secretly with their Israeli counterparts


He was commenting on the release of a new whitepaper, Not all datacentres are equal -- understanding global best practices of the datacentres that power the Cloud, authored by Frost & Sullivan.


Thames Valley Police has released an e-fit of a woman who was found dead in Bierton.


Fresno police arrested 19 drivers over the weekend in DUI checkpoints at two locations, officials said this morning.

Police arrest 19 drivers at weekend DUI checkpoints


The Patriots added some depth to their defense and practice squad by signing linebacker Bruce Davis to their practice squad on Wednesday, The Boston Globe reports.

Patriots sign linebacker Bruce Davis to practice squad


Presidential candidate Ron Paul will be visiting Nevada beginning today, January 13th.

Presidential candidate Ron Paul to visit Nevada


South African government workers including teachers and nurses may strike over a pay dispute, the Congress of South African Trade Unions and the Independent Labour Caucus said in a joint statement.

South African government workers, including teachers, May strike over pay


While open source software is mainly defined by usage rights, it seems, open source hardware is defined in large part by credit.


MediaPass released its automatic price point testing feature, which estimates the amount of money customers pay to access certain content.

MediaPass releases price point testing feature


AP Younis Khan The player rebellion that forced him to take a 'break' from international cricket continues to rankle Younis Khan, who says there is little chance of him accepting Pakistan's captaincy again even if he comes back to the side.

Little chance of me accepting captaincy:


A few days ago, it was reported that talk show host Jerry Springer was offering acquitted accused murderer Casey Anthony one million dollars for an interview on his show.

Jerry Springer denies offering Casey Anthony one million interview


Northern Trust Corporation announced today that it will webcast its fourth quarter 2010 earnings conference call live on Wednesday, January 19, 2011.

Northern Trust Corporation to webcast fourth quarter 2010 earnings conference call


Today, Into Action Treatment announces a high quality treatment program to improve the recovery rate for addiction, promising to help patients recover within 90 days.

Into Action Treatment announces a high quality Treatment program to improve the recovery rate for addiction


Delta Corp has target of Rs 106-108, says Ashish Tater of Fort Share Broking.


The European Commission on Tuesday accused Greece of statistics fraud while the new Finance Minister says:

European Commission accuses Greece of statistics fraud;


Sir Paul McCartney has called for an end to animal testing for cosmetics by backing Humane Society International's Be Cruelty-Free Campaign.

Sir Paul McCartney - Paul McCartney calls for end to animal testing


A BAD day with the bat condemned St Lawrence to a heavy defeat at Lyminge, Sibton Park leapfrogging them at the top of the table as a result.


Liam Gallagher has stated that Oasis will ``never'' reform and that his new band, Beady Eye, was not a ``stopgap.''

Liam Gallagher: ``Oasis will never reform''


Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will pay an official visit to Germany at the invitation of Chancellor Angela Merkel on June 5, the Kremlin announced on Friday.

Russian President Medvedev to visit Germany


Two people were killed Sunday in separate crashes on Connecticut roads, both involving motorcycles.


Le Mans coach Paulo Duarte has left French club Le Mans and no word has been mentioned as to the reasons why.


President Arroyo challenged the people on Wednesday to look beyond the current financial crises and address issues that continue to influence the direction of global tourism.


BBC Cymru Wales Director Menna Richards will step down from her post next year after more than ten years in the position, the BBC announced on Wednesday.

BBC Wales Controller Menna Richards to step down


The Browns have added former St. Louis Rams receivers coach Nolan Cromwell to Pat Shurmur's coaching staff, according to a league source.

Cleveland Browns adding Nolan Cromwell to coaching staff -- source


But the retired Sudbury accountant said ``about a month ago, I felt I was going to win something.''


FRESNO, Calif. New credit card rules took effect Sunday and they could help protect your money.


Bernie Brillstein, pioneering manager and producer whose keen eye for talent led him to steer the careers of such stars and creatives as John Belushi and Jim Henson, died Thursday night of chronic pulmonary disease.


PLYMOUTH Argyle will be aiming for promotion from League Two next season, club owner James Brent has declared.

Plymouth Argyle will be aiming for promotion next season


Australia might offer military advisers to Pakistan to help train security forces to fight Taleban and Al Qaeda militants sheltering in the country, reports said on Wednesday.

Australia may offer military advisers to Pakistan


The President of the University of York Student's Union, Kallum Taylor, just announced that the university card will get an expiration date.


Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on Tuesday vowed to fight ``terrorists'' in his country with ``iron fist,'' saying that the ``terrorists'' are working to pave the way for foreign interventions.

Syria's Assad vows to fight ``terrorists'' with ``iron fist''


Turkey has fulfilled its promise of ``remembering'' the Gaza Flotilla Incident in May 2010 and particularly the victims of the actions of the Israeli commandos in the IDF's Operation Sky Winds against the human rights activists' Gaza Flotilla that was bringing aid and other supplies through the blockade of the Gaza Strip.


Momentum Academy Dance was preparing to dance to bring awareness to breast cancer Saturday with the Pink Glove Dance, an online video competition.

Momentum Academy Dance brings awareness to breast cancer


A US soldier whose hand was blown off by a bomb in Iraq has been fitted with a bionic arm.


The United Way of Central Louisiana reports that 83 percent of its campaign goal of $1.7 million has been pledged.

United Way reports 83 percent of goal pledged


Monday, his attorneys released a sex tape to help make their case.


Crude oil prices rose Wednesday on the New York Mercantile Exchange, in spite of US markets wobbling to losses during the day.


Patriot Coal has appealed a bankruptcy court order that favored its former parent, Peabody Energy, in a dispute over retiree benefits.


Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of the Tata Group, Friday visited Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray at the latter's Shivaji Park residence, an official said.


A 31-year-old Orange County man was killed in a single-vehicle crash in that county this morning, Virginia State Police Sgt. FL Tyler said.

Orange county man killed in crash this morning


He was sprayed with a liquid, which turned out to be a blue energy drink, in Shiremoor.


China is planning to build 20 underground flood pools in downtown Beijing to improve the capital city's deluge-control capacity after a devastating rainstorm had killed 79 people last month.

China plans to build 20 underground pools


Houston Dynamo rookie midfielder Alex Dixon underwent surgery today on the third finger of his left hand, the club announced.

Dynamo midfielder Alex Dixon undergoes surgery


Photo courtesty of Reuters By Keith Coffman Former prizefighter Ron Lyle, a convict-turned-contender who once fought Muhammad Ali for the heavyweight title, died on Saturday at age 70 in Denver.

Former heavyweight title contender Ron Lyle dies


New York police have arrested an alleged serial killer for murdering three storekeepers of Middle Eastern descent, APA reports quoting Press TV.


Three weeks ago, when this newspaper reported Owen Paterson's strongly pro-Union Steinberg Lecture, Martin McGuinness caught up with the secretary of state in a corridor, held up a copy of the News Letter front page, and chided him that ``this sort of thing is not helpful''.

``This sort of thing is not helpful...''


The School Board held a special business and workshop meeting at the district offices at Lakeside Park on Dec. 15 at 6 pm All members of the board were present.

School board holds special meeting at district offices


Princeton introduced Mitch Henderson as its coach Thursday, handing the reins of its basketball program to a former Tigers point guard who played in three NCAA tournaments under Pete Carril and Bill Carmody.


Citigroup is assessing around 14,000 foreclosure cases for potential errors, The Wall Street Journal reports.


Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co. will cut up to 1,300 jobs, or about 20% of its workforce, through its second early retirement scheme this year, a person familiar with the matter said Monday, as the brokerage looks to deepen cost cuts amid tough market conditions.

Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley to cut up to 1,300 jobs


Britain Mark Cavendish of team HTC-Columbia crosses the finish to win stage 11 of the Tour de France July 15, 2010 on July 15, 2010 in Bourg-les-Valence, France.


A Maronite delegation was assaulted in Jbeil after it was prevented from surveying a piece of land belonging to the Maronite Patriarchate, the National News Agency reported.


The Wheelmobile is coming to Baton Rouge this weekend looking for primetime players for the hit game show, Wheel of Fortune.


Police are appealing for witnesses to a crash in Neerabup that left a 15-year-old girl fighting for her life in Princess Margaret Hospital.

Police appeal for witnesses to Neerabup crash


Sniffer dogs were used in Daventry district pubs and clubs as part of a drugs crackdown by police.

Sniffer dogs used in pub drugs crackdown


President Dmitry Medvedev urged Russians on Friday to vote ``for the future'' and stability in electing a majority for the ruling party.

Medvedev urges Russians to ``vote for the future''


A Westmoreland County man is in jail Sunday morning after being accused of assaulting an autistic man.

Westmoreland Co. man accused of assaulting autistic man


Britain is expelling five Libyan diplomats including the country's military attache for intimidating opposition groups in London, Foreign Secretary William Hague says.


3/20/2008 2:55:04 PM Russia arrested two brothers with dual Russian-US citizenship for industrial spying during a raid in the Moscow offices of British Petroleum and TNK-BP, a major Russian oil company half-owned by British Petroleum, on Wednesday.

Russia arrests brothers with dual citizenship for industrial spying ()


The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Polk County through the morning of Monday, Nov. 16.

National Weather Service issues flood watch for Polk County


Bulgaria is likely to join the Schengen in 2011 said Bulgaria's Interior Minister Tsvetan Tsvetanov after receiving the report made by Bulgarian NGO Open Society, reports FOCUS News Agency.

Bulgaria is likely to join the Schengen in 2011 - Minister Tsvetan Tsvetanov


Steve Martin Will Appear on 'GMA' Later This Week, What Would You Ask Him?


Beyonce has settled a legal war with a Hollywood Hills resident who claimed she ``invaded his neighborhood'' for a video shoot.

Beyonce settles with Hollywood Hills resident


The Customers, Clearing and Freight Forwarding Association said the recent move by the monetary authority to deregulate the foreign exchange market has seen goods piling up at several border posts as duty is now indexed to the prevailing inter-bank rate.

Goods piling up at several border posts as duty is now indexed to the prevailing inter-bank rate.


The Bruins won on the road after losing the first two games of their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series at home.


AT&T has announced end of its $39 billion bid to acquire T-Mobile USA from Deutsche Telekom amid anti-trust concerns.

AT&T ends $39 billion bid to acquire T-Mobile USA


Pakistan plans to boost trade with Egypt, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said on Sunday during a visit to Cairo where he met President Hosni Mubarak.


The Alabama Legislature has voted to pardon the Scottsboro Boys more than 80 years after the nine young black men were convicted by all-white juries of raping two white women.

Alabama Legislature votes to pardon Scottsboro Boys


New Work and Pensions Secretary Iain Duncan Smith is looking to link retirement age to life expectancy.

Duncan Smith signals linking retirement age to life expectancy


Slovakia will send 20 special services officers to Afghanistan for the first time since the US-led international coalition began its operation against Taliban two decades ago, the Slovak TASR news agency has reported quoting the country's defense minister.

Slovakia to send 20 special services officers to Afghanistan


Cyclist Riccardo Ricco was banned two years by the Italian Olympic Committee on Thursday after admitting to doping during the Tour de France.

Cyclist Ricco banned two years for dopings


OSCAR WINNER Julia Roberts will reportedly not shoot ``Eat, Pray, Love'' in the original ashram where author Elizabeth Gilbert stayed for about four months few years back in India, trying to find her spirituality.

Julia Roberts will not shoot in original ashram


Grammy-winning Canadian producer and artist Daniel Lanois is in hospital after suffering multiple injuries in a motorcycle accident over the weekend in the Silverlake area of Los Angeles.

Producer Daniel Lanois suffers multiple injuries in motorcycle accident


Kathmandu Nepalese newspapers ran blank editorials to protest an attack on a prominent news publishing house by a Maoist-affiliated trade union.

Nepalese newspapers run blank editorials


A barn in Midway went up in flames Friday afternoon at the same time as a fire on the roof of a house was demanding firefighters attention.


The budget session of parliament is set to resume on Tuesday with the government hoping to pass some key pending bills, but also staring at house trouble over issues like uncontrolled inflation, corruption and setting up of an anti-terror intelligence hub.

Budget session of parliament to resume on Tuesday


Former England cricket team coach Duncan Fletcher says that he is `keen` on coaching the Black Caps, following the exit of Andy Moles.

Duncan Fletcher 'keen' to coach Black Caps


A judge acquitted top prime minister's aide Roy Bennett of all charges Monday in a terrorism case that had strained Zimbabwe's struggling coalition government since it was forged more than a year ago.


Nicole Kidman has missed out on the best actress Oscar, with Natalie Portman following the script and claiming the award for her role in Black Swan.


Steps are to reunite for a four-part documentary later this year for a series on Sky Living.


Sony Ericsson has shown off its anticipated Xperia Arc smartphone, which may, or may not; supplant LG for the title of world's thinnest smartphone.

Sony Ericsson shows off Xperia Arc smartphone


Malaysian police say a 3-year-old girl was killed in a suspected exorcism ritual by her parents and other relatives.

Malaysian girl killed in suspected exorcism ritual


O2 is launching a Wi-Fi arm, O2 Wi-Fi, offering free internet access to users on any network.


MEED reported that Emirates Steel Industries of UAE is seeking USD 2 billion in long term financing to expand its Taweelah based steel facility, after awarding a financial advisory mandate for the deal to France's Natixis.

Emirates Steel seeking USD 2 billion financing


A Chicago mother lost her fourth child to gun violence Saturday night in a Chicago shooting.

Mother loses fourth child to gun violence in Chicago shooting


In conjunction with the Richmond Fellowship, OCTEC officially launched Parkes Mental Health Awareness Month with a morning tea.


Former First Lady Imelda Marcos celebrated her 80th birthday in style, but she took time to tell some 1,000 glittering guests that the best gift she will ever get is her family's vindication.

Imelda Marcos celebrates 80th birthday in style


NEWARK, NJ -Prosecutors on Wednesday asked a judge to sentence Jayson Williams for covering up a fatal shooting at his mansion in 2002 and cited the former NBA star's recent erratic behavior, including an assault arrest in North Carolina.

Prosecutors ask judge to sentence Jayson Williams


Environment Minister John Gormley has ruled out a flat rate property tax for next year's Budget.

Gormley rules out flat-rate property tax


-Heath Ledger has been found dead from a suspected drugs overdose.


McLaren driver Lewis Hamilton has claimed the pole position for 2012 Spanish Grand Prix which is to be held at Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona on May 13.

Lewis Hamilton claims pole for 2012 Spanish Grand Prix --


American Airlines expected to cancel more flights Wednesday, and perhaps beyond, as it tried to comply with federal rules about wiring on some 300 planes.

American Airlines expects to cancel more flights


Fonterra has said that it will be reviewing its current 2010/11 payout forecast for milk due to a further drop in international dairy prices and a strong New Zealand dollar.The firm said today that following its latest global dairy auction, the gDT-TWI index was down 8.3%.


Rhett Butler/The Daily ReflectorPhillip Williams, former WNCT Channel 9 weatherman, now shows homes for sale like this one in Brook Valley, instead of weather maps on the local news.


This oracle octopus has predicted that Germany will beat England in the Sunday June 27 World Cup match and he has not been wrong so far.


Iran's Chief-of-Staff Maj. Gen. Hassan Feiruzabady has said that the current war on Syria is a war on Iran, Iranian News Agency reported on Friday.


World oil prices rose in Asian trade Monday, rebounding from sharp losses last week but sentiment was subdued as investors kept to the sidelines following weak US corporate earnings.

World oil prices rebound but sentiment subdued


Madhuri Dixit is set to play late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in a new film, Mother:


Tributes have been paid to a teenage cyclist who died following a collision with a car.


Newcastle have been plunged into crisis after managing director Derek Llambias quit the club after reportedly rowing with owner Mike Ashley.

Newcastle in crisis as Derek Llambias quits after rows with owner Mike Ashley


Oh, how I long for the days when men were men: three-piece suits, a firm handshake, that look of gentlemanly awe as a beautiful woman enters the room.


Police have announced that a New Jersey man died while snorkeling off of Middletown over the weekend.


UK electronic goods retailer DSG International said Thursday that its net loss for the year ending May 2 narrowed to 219.4 million pounds from 260.8 million pounds, while revenue slipped 1% to 8.36 billion pounds.


A SOLAR power scheme which added $2.5 billion to electricity costs has been slashed by the state government.


Maker of the wildly popular Angry Birds franchise, Rovio, on Tuesday morning announced that it has acquired Futuremark Games Studio, the gaming arm of software developer Futuremark.

Angry Birds maker Rovio acquires Futuremark Games Studio


The Iranian army air force has began a military exercise near Iran's northwestern border with Turkey, Iranian state-run television said Thursday.

Iran's army air force begins military exercise


Gov. Lincoln Chafee is pulling the plug on the state's medical marijuana program, according to The Providence Journal.

Gov. Lincoln Chafee pulls plug on medical marijuana program


Thousands of cancer patients whose disease has spread to the bone are to benefit from a new drug which is to be made available on the NHS.

Thousands of cancer patients to benefit from new drug


Qatar leads the Middle East region in competitiveness in The Global Competitiveness Report 2010-2011 released yesterday by the World Economic Forum ahead of its Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2010 in Tianjin, China.

Qatar leads Middle East in Competitiveness


70 drivers in Delaware were cited last week for not buckling up, as the state Office of Highway Safety's crackdown contnues.


Former US president Jimmy Carter on Sunday defended his plan to meet with Hamas leaders during an upcoming trip to the Middle East, amid criticism from Washington and Israel.

Carter defends plan to meet Hamas leaders despite criticism


An Urbana man on parole for robbery was arrested by Champaign police Thursday for having a loaded gun.


Democrats in very large numbers are ready to replace Obama.


THE Siamese twins who are waiting for an operation at Mulago Hospital have gained more weight, hospital spokesperson Dan Kimosho has said.


McDonald's said Friday net income rose 15 percent in the second quarter as the world's biggest burger chain continues to get customers to buy new menu items even as they cut back spending in other areas during the economic downturn.

McDonald's says net income rose 15 percent in second quarter


Denmark airline Sterling Airways said it's filing for bankruptcy, the latest airline to succumb to difficult conditions in the aviation industry.

Denmark's Sterling Airways files for bankruptcy


Queenstown Police have arrested a 24 year old Queenstown man this afternoon in relation to a head on collision on the Glenorchy-Queenstown Road on the 25th of June 2008.

Police have arrested a Queenstown man in relation to a head on collision


A Franklin Street man reported the theft of a 20-gauge shotgun from his car between 5 and 5:30 pm Saturday.


A new index launched by Standard & Poor's on Tuesday combines the features of active and passive investing strategies, targeting investors who want higher than index returns but lower fees than mutual funds.

New index combines active and passive investing strategies


Crude oil closed sharply lower on Thursday and posted a new three week low as it extends this week's decline.

Crude oil closes sharply lower, posting a new three week low


US gold futures refreshed record high Monday on expectations of a sharp US interest rate cut and further US dollar weakness.


CASH kiosks are being introduced by Worcester City Council to speed up payments and reduce queues.

Cash kiosks introduced to speed up payments


Everyone's favorite fast fashion retailer H&M is finally launching e-commerce in the US, the world's largest online market.


A US Navy training helicopter made an emergency landing in Molino Tuesday afternoon.

Navy helicopter makes emergency landing in Molino


Eric Holder headed for certain confirmation as attorney general Monday as Democrats touted his dream resume for the job and a minority of Republicans questioned his commitment to the war on terror and his willingness to support the right to keep and bear arms.


Swindon has been twinned with Walt Disney World, Florida.The town was selected from 500 nominations, following a competition to find a British twin for the place where ``dreams come true.''


A Cassia County employee has been charged with battery stemming from a confrontation with another employee in the county assessor's office.


South Korea said on Sunday it would impose a levy on banks' foreign debt from late 2011, the latest capital controls it adopted to mitigate the impact a sudden reversal in capital flows may have on its economy.

South Korea to impose levy on banks' foreign debt


A Greenwood woman is charged with cruelty to animals after leaving two horses in a closed, metal barn without water or food, according to Deputy Michael Parshall of the Oxford County Sheriff's Office.

Greenwood woman charged with cruelty to animals


China is actively looking at setting up a cross-Strait currency settlement scheme with Taiwan, a Chinese official said on Wednesday, as the two long-time political rivals take another step towards closer economic ties.

China looking at currency settlement scheme with Taiwan


Joe Horn is not attending voluntary workouts this week and doesn't plan to attend any team functions until they're mandatory.


On June 18, 2012, the US Supreme Court decided Christopher v. Smithkline Beecham Corp., No. 11-204, holding that pharmaceutical sales representatives, who promote sales of prescription drugs and obtain nonbinding commitments from doctors to prescribe those drugs but do not themselves sell the drugs to doctors or patients, are ``outside salesmen'' and therefore exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 USC § 213.

Supreme Court decides Christopher v. Smithkline Beecham Corp.


San Ramon police early this morning arrested two men suspected of stealing several catalytic converters.

Police arrest two men suspected of stealing catalytic converters


Facebook users are the target of a new Internet virus that attempts to steal sensitive information.


Greece is vowing to meet its international bailout debt obligations and remain in the 17-nation bloc that uses the common euro currency.

Greece vows to meet its debt obligations


And the promo has hit headlines again this week after court documents revealed Rihanna is being sued by LaChapelle for reportedly copying his eight of his works, including a shot in which she poses against a blue background with a piece of candy on her tongue.


Oklahoma junior linebacker Travis Lewis announced today that he will return for his senior season of college eligibility.


A County Durham man has been killed in a crash on the A1 in Northumberland.

Man killed in crash on A1 in Northumberland


The Board of Directors of Kraft Foods Inc. /quotes/zigman/279905/quotes/nls/kft KFT -0.14% has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.29 per common share of Class A stock.

Kraft Foods declares regular quarterly dividend of $0.29 per share


``The shift of assets into US to take care of the cash problem there is nearly over, so the dollar buying will not be there. The dollar will be under intense pressure, the rupee would probably appreciate to around 46-46.5. Beyond that, I find it difficult to believe that the rupee would appreciate much more, unless and until you have the credit market unfreezing. In which case, we cannot see rupee all the way down to about 45 per dollar.''


Nine persons were killed in separate incidents in Quetta that took place Saturday, FP News Desk reported.

9 killed in separate incidents in Quetta


A new report from Hollywood Life claims that Kris Humphries has plans to leave the country to look for work opportunities.


Ghana legend Tony Yeboah has told Christian Atsu to choose Liverpool over Tottenham Hotspurs when moving to the English Premier League.

Tony Yeboah told Atsu to choose Liverpool over Tottenham


SANA'A, Feb. 16 - Yemen and Oman held on Monday official talks in Sana'a co-chaired by the Chairman of Shoura Council Abdul-Aziz Abdul Ghandi and Omani state chairman Yahya al-Monthari.

Yemen, Oman hold official talks in Sana'a


Sam Bacile, the producer of the two-hour movie ``Innocence of Muslims'', has admitted that his film was intended to be a provocative statement condemning Islam.

Bacile admits his film intended to be provocative statement condemning Islam


PTI Apr 19, 2013, 02.32PM IST South African Airways has tied up with Jet Airways to operate non-stop flights between Mumbai and Johannesburg with the African carrier assessing the Indian market to expand its presence here.

South African Airways ties up with Jet Airways


PIA has so far transported over 32,800 Hajj pilgrims to Jeddah by operating 81 Flights from different cities of Pakistan during the last 10 days, maintaining 97.6% punctuality.

PIA transports 32,800 Hajj pilgrims to Jeddah


If you're like a lot of investors, then you might be getting prepped to ``sell in May and go away,'' shedding stocks in anticipation of the historical market-wide weakness that kicks in during the middle of the year.


Mississippi Actor John Dye, whose career included the role of Andrew, the angel of death, in the long-running television series ``Touched by an Angel,'' was found dead at his San Francisco home, a medical examiner's spokesman said Thursday.

Mississippi actor John Dye found dead in San Francisco home


The European gasoline market weakened for the second straight trading day on Friday, as the market continued to drift downwards following last week's eight-month highs.

European gasoline market weakens for second straight trading day


Cisco on July 16 announced it has completed its acquisition of privately-held CoreOptics Inc., a designer of digital signal processing solutions for high-speed optical networking applications.

Cisco completes acquisition of CoreOptics


Scania, a manufacturer of trucks and buses for heavy transport applications and of industrial and marine engine, has signed an agreement with Terex to supply engines for some vehicles and other heavy equipment manufactured and sold by Terex, starting in 2011.

Scania signs agreement with Terex to supply engines


Hamilton County could lay off as many as 40 employees this year.

Hamilton county May lay off 40 employees


Tata Communications has target of Rs 262-264, says Anu Jain, India Infoline.

Tata Communications has target of Rs 262-264:


A NATO airstrike killed 11 Afghan civilians, including 10 children, during a fierce weekend gun battle with Taleban militants that also left one US civilian adviser dead in eastern Afghanistan, Afghan officials said yesterday.

NATO airstrike kills 10 children in Afghanistan


Honda Motor Co. unveiled Tuesday a new electric personal mobility device that allows a rider to control speed and direction by shifting weight in a sitting position.

Honda unveils new personal mobility device


Pakistan has won the toss and will bat against England in the second test at Edgbaston on Friday.


Kaizer Chiefs got back to winning ways in the Absa Premiership on Wednesday, defeating Bloemfontein Celtic 1-0 at the Seisa Ramabodu Stadium.


Rock band Evanescence will be going on hiatus after their current tour, says singer Amy Lee.

Evanescence to go on hiatus after current tour


Tigers' outfielder Johnny Damon announced Tuesday afternoon he is staying with Detroit through the end of the season when he becomes a free agent.


Hollywood star Robert Pattinson was spotted hitting a local club in London on Christmas Eve without his partner Kristen Stewart.

Robert Pattinson enjoys clubbing without Kristen Stewart


It has been reported that French construction-to-broadcasting conglomerate Bouygues said first half net profit fell 22% due to the economic downturn and steep drop in profitability of its TF1 broadcasting division, but still revised upward its guidance for full-year revenue.


Paul Weitz, who has produced In Good Company, The Golden Compass and Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, is in negotiations to direct Little Fockers.


George Clooney will bring British playwright Lucy Prebble's acclaimed London play, Enron, a highly theatrical look at the infamous case of American corporate greed, to the silver screen.

George Clooney will bring Enron to the silver screen


Holiday Extras has merged its insurance and business-to-business sales arms to increase support for trade partners and sell its product range more effectively.

Holiday Extras increases support for trade partners


Air Arabia, the Middle East's biggest low-cost carrier, is to commence scheduled flights to the Saudi Arabian city of Gassim on July 15, the carrier announced on Monday.

Air Arabia to commence flights to Saudi city of Gassim


The Mega Millions jackpot is climbing to $114 million for Tuesday's drawing.


BAD BRAINS has announced that it is in the final stages of production for its acclaimed documentary.

Bad Brains announces final stages of production for documentary;


Egypt is running out of food, and, more gradually, running out of money with which to buy it.


Furmanite Corporation today announced that it is implementing initiatives to reduce sales costs by 15% and G&A costs by 13% from current levels.

Furmanite Corporation implements initiatives to reduce sales costs by 15% and G&A by 13%


Alecto and Secret Service caught the eye when the horses were exercised here on Friday morning.


The city has suspended its fishing program at Washington Lake to save money.

City suspends fishing program to save money


Turkish gendarmerie forces arrested 51 illegal migrants in Aegean province of Muğla aboard a wooden boat which was constructed for ``blue voyage''.

Gendarmerie forces arrest 51 illegal migrants


In order to remove any perception of a conflict of interest, Cobb will relinquish his State House seat in the 62nd District.


The Electoral Commission on Saturday denied it has engaged the services of an Israeli company to transmit election results on its behalf and assured the nation that no results can be manipulated.

We engaged no Israeli company to transmit results --


Finlay Enterprises, one of the nation's leading retailers of fine jewelry, is closing all specialty jewelry store nameplates which include Bailey Banks & Biddle, Congress Jewelers, Carlyle & Co., JE Caldwell, Park Promenade and Zell Bros. Jewelers.

Finlay Enterprises closing all specialty jewelry stores


The Easter holiday road toll now stands at three after a 19-year-old man was killed in a crash in Otago this morning.


United Airlines subsidiary Continental Micronesia flight attendants on Friday ratified a new labor agreement, extending the previous collective bargaining agreement through December 2014.

Continental Micronesia flight attendants ratify labor agreement


Intensive rain, accompanied by thunders, is expected over the next couple of days, the Chief Directorate of the National Civil Protection Service warns.

Intensive rain with thunders expected over next couple of days


All bets are back on at the Horseshoe Casino off Highway 111 in Harrison County, IN after major flooding.


A New Orleans police officer assigned to the Uptown-based Sixth District has been arrested on charges of forcible rape and sexual battery, according to jail records.

New Orleans police officer charged with forcible rape


Perfect World has announced that it will be launching a free expansion pack for its flagship game, Perfect World International, on February 15.

Perfect World to launch expansion pack for its flagship game


Aston Villa winger Wayne Routledge has joined Championship side Cardiff on an initial two-month loan deal.

Aston Villa winger Wayne Routledge joins Cardiff on loan


Sharon has also agreed to come down to Mumbai and Kolkata to shoot for the film tentatively titled Lost Love.


Today and tomorrow, October 2, the annual meeting of the Baltic and Nordic foreign ministry state secretaries takes place in the capital of Estonia, Tallinn.

Annual meeting of Baltic and Nordic foreign ministry state secretaries takes place in Tallinn


Rapper Flavor Flav announced Thursday he will be opening a fried chicken restaurant in the Detroit suberb of Sterling Heights in May.

Rapper Flavor Flav to open chicken restaurant in metro Detroit


Actor Nicolas Cage was arrested in New Orleans early Saturday and faces charges of disturbing the peace and domestic abuse, authorities said.


It was from my buddy Matt, and was right to the point: ``Wait, Vince Young is a Pro Bowler???''


Apple has released AirPort Utility 5.4.2, an update of the software for AirPort Express Base Stations, AirPort Extreme Base Stations and Time Capsules.


Westpac shareholders will be rewarded with a special dividend after the bank posted a record $3.3 billion first half profit.


Iran, a longstanding adversary of Washington, detained three US tourists on Friday after they crossed into the country from Iraqi Kurdistan, CNN reported.


A 29-year-old man was taken to hospital Sunday morning after his vehicle crashed into construction equipment on the side of Highway 105 around Wakefield near the Morrisburg Quarry.

Man in hospital after vehicle crashes into construction equipment on side of Highway


Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries hit ``The Ellen DeGeneres Show'' earlier this week to renew their wedding vows.

Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries renew vows


Some subscribers should expect delays receiving this week's edition.


Model and macro funds selling the euro in the open.


Israeli troops and army vehicles entered Qalqiliya noon Wednesday, with locals reporting that the army issued a group of men summons orders to the Israeli intelligence services.


Major League Baseball announced Thursday that the 2008 regular season would open in Japan with a game between Boston and Oakland.


Dalefield's hopes of a finals spot in the Wellington premier division women's hockey competition were well and truly dashed in their 8-2 loss to favourites Eastern Hutt at the National Hockey Stadium in Wellington at the weekend.


Kensey Nash Corporation , a leading medical technology company providing innovative solutions and technologies for a wide range of medical procedures, announced today that its board of directors adopted a stockholders' rights plan.

Kensey Nash Corporation adopts stockholder rights plan


Rock star Lenny Kravitz cancelled the first gigs of his European tour which was due to start next week.

Lenny Kravitz cancelled first gigs from European tour


Newly elected Osaka Gov. Toru Hashimoto got down to work at the Osaka prefectural government Wednesday as the nation's youngest governor at the age of 38.

Newly elected Osaka Gov. Hashimoto gets down to work


AN Ipswich man killed a homosexual because he made ``unwanted sexual advances'' towards him, a court has heard.

Man killed after 'unwanted sexual advances', court hears


Taufeer.com, part of Taufeer Information Systems LLC, a leading IT and E-Commerce solutions and services provider, today announced the commercial launch of E-Channel, a comprehensive and fully managed e-commerce service for retailers across Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

Taufeer.com launches E-Channel service for retailers


Barcelona striker Thierry Henry may miss the Champions League final against Manchester United because of a knee injury.

Thierry Henry could miss Champions league final


The US Commission on Civil Rights mourns the death of Dr. Benjamin Hooks, who passed away today at the age of 85.

US Civil Rights Commission mourns the death of Dr. Benjamin Hooks


A Kansas City woman was injured Tuesday morning in a two-vehicle accident involving a semi-truck on Interstate 70 in Geary County.


Shannon Brown, 24, LA Laker's shooting guard is now engaged to singer Monica, 29, and they couldn't be happier, despite the controversy surrounding the news.


Two Elk River freshman wrestlers, Austin Halleron and Garrett VanEps, qualified for a state freshman tournament.

Elk River freshman wrestlers qualified for state


Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez have reportedly split up again.


PSA Peugeot-Citroen on Thursday said it plans to increase its 2008 small SUV production in France as the automaker received a higher-than-expected demand for the new vehicle, Automotive News of Europe reports.

Psa Peugeot Citroen to increase small SUV output in France


Postal workers called off a fresh round of strikes Thursday after union leaders and the state-owned Royal Mail reached an interim deal in their dispute over pay and modernisation.


A 60-year-old bicyclist suffered minor injuries Wednesday night when he was struck by a vehicle in the Dupont Circle neighborhood, authorities said.


After almost seven months without annexing property, Mauldin is now extending its city limits north along Miller Road.


The chairman of Samsung Electronics said Wednesday his son will be promoted to a more powerful executive position, preparing the global technology giant for an eventual change in leadership.

Chairman of Samsung Electronics says son to be promoted


The Oregon State women's basketball team, led by redshirt sophomore Sage Indendi's 17 points, overcame a 15-point second half deficit but came up just short to Arizona, 65-67, in the final seconds on Sunday afternoon in McKale Center in front of a crowd of 1,832.

Women's basketball overcomes deficit but comes up just short at Arizona


A MOTHER yesterday told an inquest how she accidentally flushed her baby down a toilet before hiding his body in her car boot.


Concert promoters Live Nation and ticketing agency Ticketmaster have announced a ``merger of equals'' that will create the world's largest live entertainment company with a combined value of £1.75 billion.

Live Nation and Ticketmaster announce ``merger of equals''


Ubisoft has announced that Splinter Cell Conviction -- the latest game in the series that's been in the works since 2006 -- has been delayed yet again, this time into fiscal year 2009-10.

Splinter Cell Conviction delayed into 2009


Managing Director, Arik Air, Mr Chris Ndulue has revealed that the airline is the first commercial airline in over 20 years to operate a brand new aircraft in Nigeria.

We are first to operate brand new aircraft in Nigeria --


A US-based consumer health researcher and product watchdog says the famous 'new car smell' is toxic, and has developed a list of the 10 most and least healthy vehicles based on the materials used in their interiors.


Boston Red Sox outfielder Rocco Baldelli left Saturday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays with a knee injury.

Red Sox outfielder Baldelli leaves game with knee injury


US discount retailer Target might have to use a different name in Canada if it loses a fight over naming rights.

Target might have different name in Canada


Business Secretary Peter Mandelson is due to meet carmaker representatives this week to discuss possible measures to help the stricken industry survive the recession, his office said on Sunday.

Mandelson to meet with carmaker representatives


Newcastle United midfielder Joey Barton was sentenced to six months in jail today after admitting to beating up a teenager during a night out.


It's the sixth round in the NHL On The Fly's mock draft, and the first goaltenders are selected.


Japan said on Thursday it logged a record trade deficit in 2012 as exports to debt-hit Europe plunged and a bitter diplomatic spat with its biggest trade partner China weighed on demand.


The bullish trend continued in edible oils market on Thursday, tracking firm futures markets and signs of recovery.


The onstage scenes came naturally to Jewel when she played the role of June Carter Cash in the new Lifetime movie, ``Ring of Fire.''

Singer-songwriter Jewel plays June Carter Cash


NYSE Euronext, the transatlantic exchange, swung into a second quarter loss after absorbing a one-time charge, mostly made up of a $355m payment to LCH.Clearnet for breaking a contract as the US group moved to set up its own London-based clearer.


Crude oil prices topped $95 per barrel in New York Thursday as an extended stock rally on Wall Street stalled for the day.


Bang Media Johnny Depp has snubbed British food on the London set of his latest 'Pirates of the Caribbean' movie - and demanded noodles instead.


Tomorrow, State lawmakers in Pierre will take a look at a bill that would repeal the death penalty in South Dakota.

Bill would repeal death penalty in South Dakota


A woman in Russia has sparked fresh UFO conspiracy theories with claims she kept the body of an alien in her fridge for two years.

Woman keeps alien in fridge for two years:


India announced plans to launch 30 remote sensing satellites in the next 10 years, undaunted by the failed launch of a rocket that was to place an advanced communication satellite into orbit.

India plans to launch 30 satellites in next 10 years


Maoists today looted ammonium nitrate from a truck in a jungle near Dhamteri district of Chhattisgarh, the state's top police official said.

Maoists loot ammonium nitrate from truck


EDINBURGH council is spending £160,000 opening a ``ludicrous'' tram shop -- in premises closed down as a result of the disastrous project.

Edinburgh council spends £160,000 on ``ludicrous'' tram shop


The Texas Rangers activated outfielder Andruw Jones from the 15-day disabled list ahead of a doubleheader Tuesday against the Cleveland Indians.


Eyewitness News has learned a Boonville soldier was found dead this week in his bunk at a Virginia Marine Base.


A new video review reveals the benefits of a weight loss supplement called Garcinia Cambogia, a tropical fruit product that is safe and based on natural plant extracts.

Video review reveals the benefits of Garcinia Cambogia


The Gulf Air flight made the emergency landing around 4:35pm after a Bangladeshi national, M Quddus, lost his consciousness.


He said under the re-aligning of departments and ministries, the creative arts that was under the Ministry of Culture and Chieftaincy Affairs would now be moved to another Ministry to make it more vibrant and dynamic.

Creative arts to be moved from Ministry of Culture


A trial date has been set in the case of a suspended Irondequoit police officer accused of assault.

Trial date set for police officer accused of assault


Rhode Island native, Ryan Westmoreland, underwent successful brain surgery to remove a cavernous malformation in his brain stem on Tuesday in Arizona, according to a statement released by the Boston Red Sox.

Ryan Westmoreland undergoes successful brain surgery


In Haryana 57 schemes are being implemented at a total cost of over Rs 9353 crore funded by National Capital Region Planning Board, Railways and State Government for the orderly development of the area situated in close proximity to the Nation's Capital, New Delhi.

57 schemes implemented at a total cost of over Rs 9353 crore


Unions applauded a provincial government move Monday to allow temporary foreign workers certified in Alberta's optional trades to apply directly to the government for permanent residency instead of having to apply through their employers.

Temporary foreign workers can apply to government for permanent residency


TSYS®, a leading global payment solutions provider, and NetSpend, a leading provider of general purpose reloadable prepaid debit cards and related financial services to underbanked consumers in the United States, today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which TSYS will acquire NetSpend in an all cash transaction valued at approximately $1.4 billion.


Trevor Manuel is set to head up the powerful National Planning Commission, to be located in the Presidency.

Trevor Manuel to head National Planning Commission


Local stars Danny K and former boxing champion Baby Jake Matlala rolled up their sleeves yesterday to help search for two 11-year-old cousins from Orange Farm who disappeared nearly two weeks ago.


Stock futures pointed to a flat start as traders gave pause ahead of economic data.


Kelly Price started a petition on Change.org to end the racist treatment of United Airlines.

Kelly Price starts petition against 'racist' United Airlines


Wilderness designation greatly restricts the use of our public lands!

Designation restricts use of public lands


Anne Hathaway has revealed that when she was filming her last film Love and Other Drugs she would obsessively do sit ups prior to her sex scenes.

Anne Hathaway did sit ups before sex scenes


After a so-called ``reverse 911'' advisory, two women were arrested for allegedly tricking elderly people to steal stuff out of their homes.


The CareerCenter in South Paris will host a resource fair at the CareerCenter, 232 Main St., on May 21 from 10 am-noon.


The Lebanese army says Israeli warplanes have violated Lebanese airspace by flying reconnaissance missions over southern Lebanon.

Lebanese army says Israeli warplanes violate Lebanese airspace


Robert Pattinson has revealed that Kristen Stewart, his Twilight co-star and rumoured girlfriend, occasionally makes him uncomfortable because of her directness on set.

Kristen Stewart makes robert Pattinson ``uncomfortable''


Monorail operations in the city were interrupted after one of the rubber tyres of the Titiwangsa-bound monorail burst near the KL Monorail Chow Kit Station, here, Tuesday.

Monorail operations interrupted after rubber tyre bursts


Police have named the 51-year-old woman found dead in Maddington yesterday as Maylands resident Tracey Jane Holloway.


Westchester County is banning open fires in all county parks because of the heat wave and the lack of rain.


Orlando Pirates got their Absa Premiership campaign back on track when they demolished second-placed Ajax Cape Town 3-0 at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday night.


Valentino Rossi is expecting a 'difficult' race as he and the Yamaha team venture back to the United States for the first ever MotoGP round to be held at Indianapolis.


Minister for Communications Pat Carey has approved five new RTÉ channels to run on the Saorview free-to-air digital terrestrial television network, which launches in May 2011.

Minister approves five RTÉ channels for Saorview


India opener Gautam Gambhir today underwent an MRI scan for back problem at a local hospital ahead of the third One-day International against the West Indies at the Sardar Patel Motera Stadium here.

Gambhir undergoes MRI scan for back problem


Police on Friday morning arrested a 27-year-old cyclist and charged him with involuntary manslaughter following the death of a Danish woman who was knocked down by a bicycle while crossing a busy London junction.

Cyclist charged with involuntary manslaughter after death of Danish woman


Restrictions continued for the third consecutive day Saturday in the old city areas of Srinagar amid heightened tensions over a 16-year-old boy's death due to a bullet injury.

Restrictions continue in old city areas of Srinagar


Jennifer Garner has won a restraining order from a man she says has been stalking her for years.


Lindsay Lohan may change her name to simply ``Lindsay,'' the troubled star's mother says, according to Fox News .


A northern Kentucky county has snuffed out a smoking ban put in place two months ago before it could stop a single cigarette from being lit.

Northern Kentucky county snuffs out smoking ban


While out Christmas shopping, Christina Aguilera was involved in a fender bender just about an hour ago.

Christina Aguilera involved in fender bender


Wanderport Corp. today announced that it has signed a definitive sales and distribution agreement to supply Turkey and the middle East with Wanderport's microwave energy tank-less water heater.

Wanderport signs agreement to supply Turkey and the middle East,


Top drifter Tanner Foust will replace Travis Pastrana at Sunday's Race of Champions at Wembley Stadium in London.

Tanner Foust to replace Pastrana at Race of Champions


``Senegal is not only a democratic and stable country, but also a country that actively works to resolve conflicts in the region of Africa. Therefore it is an important partner for Bulgaria, and we can work together to help countries in the region,'' Bulgarian Foreign Minister Nickolay Mladenov after meeting with Foreign Minister of the Republic of Senegal, Madické Niang.

Senegal is an important partner for Bulgaria


The Northwest Division-leading Denver Nuggets continue a three-game homestand Tuesday when they welcome the Toronto Raptors into the Pepsi Center.


Argentina ramped up its campaign against Britain's sovereignty over the Falkland Islands yesterday by using an international nuclear summit to accuse the UK of ``militarising'' the South Atlantic.

Argentina accuses Britain of 'militarising' South Atlantic


Fortinet® - a leading network security provider and the worldwide leader of unified threat management solutions -- today announced that it has been positioned by Gartner, Inc., in the leaders quadrant of the ``Magic Quadrant for Unified Threat Management'' report.

Fortinet positioned in the leaders quadrant for Unified Threat Management


The Princeton Review, Inc., a leading provider of test preparation and online career education services, announced today that it has priced its previously announced underwritten public offering of 14,000,000 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $3.00 per share.

The Princeton Review announces pricing of public offering of common stock


France Special Envoy for Pakistan and Afghanistan Jasmine Zarmini on Tuesday called on the Interior Minister Rehman Malik and discussed with him matters related to war on terror and security issues.

France Special Envoy calls on Rehman Malik


Microsulis Medical Limited, the leading company in microwave technology for medical devices, today announced that the first US patient was treated with the company's Accu2i percutaneous microwave tissue ablation system.

Microsulis Medical announces first US patient treated with Accu2i percutaneous microwave tissue ablation system


A cycle rally to create awareness about petrol conservation was conducted by the students of the Madras School of Social Work.

A cycle rally to create awareness of petrol conservation


Nottinghamshire golfer Lee Westwood has been made an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours list.

Lee Westwood made an OBE in Queen's Birthday Honours


The city of Dover is opening a cooling center Tuesday for residents seeking relief from the heat.


Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel are reportedly dating again after having split for the last four months.

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel dating again?


Two people were taken to the hospital overnight after a fire at a Grand Forks home.

Two taken to the hospital after fire in Grand Forks


Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, today announced that it has taken delivery of its second Sharklet equipped Airbus A320 aircraft in 2013.

Air Arabia takes delivery of second aircraft in 2013


TWO Colac men have been charged with drug offences after three simultaneous raids were conducted in the Colac district yesterday afternoon.


Limahl has become the second contestant to be voted off I'm a Celebrity...


For only reason that fewer women are going for cervical cancer tests for having busy schedule, the free cervical cancer screening at Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center after having marked the performance of Cervical Cancer Awareness last month, has for now extended it to June 15.


PHNOM PENH // The former Khmer Rouge prison chief told Cambodia's war crimes trial yesterday a list of 10 ruthless rules supposedly posted at his notorious jail was fabricated by Vietnamese agents.


Turkey's state-run news agency says hundreds of Kurds have clashed with police in eastern Turkey, hurling stones, firebombs and fireworks.

Kurds clash with police in eastern Turkey


Limerick failed to impress in Fermoy this afternoon despite winning through to a Munster SFC semi-final against Cork.


The government has agreed to announce the dates for the general elections and dissolution of national and provincial assemblies during the next seven to ten days, leader of Tehreek Minhajul Quran organisation said on Sunday.

Government to announce dates for general elections in the next seven to ten days


Authorities are investigating a possible stolen vehicle that was found on fire at a marina in the Buzzard Roost area, according to a Baxter County Sheriff's Office incident report.


A freeze warning has been issued for early Friday morning as temperatures could fall to 32 degrees or below in certain outlying and low lying areas, according to the National Weather Service.

Freeze warning issued for Friday morning


Edmiston has added the 32 metre superyacht Liara to their ever growing charter fleet.

Edmiston adds superyacht Liara to charter fleet


The EBRD board of directors has approved unanimously a new strategy for Turkmenistan that underlines the Bank's readiness to enhance its engagement in the country under a carefully balanced strategic approach linked to tangible progress in the process of economic and political reform.

EBRD approves new strategy for Turkmenistan


The Damurhuda police chief has been withdrawn, four days following the death of union council member and acting chairman of Chuadanga, Mizanur Rahman.


ATN Bangla will air new drama serial 'Agniroth' tonight at 8:45pm.


During a working visit to Kazakhstan, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev met with President Nursultan Nazarbayev of the republic.


In this Sept, 23, 2006 file photo, Mahmood Ali Durrani, Pakistan's national security adviser, speaks in Washington, DC Pakistan fired its national security adviser amid tensions with India over the Mumbai attacks, a sign of strain on the weak civilian administration as it responds to growing pressure to track down the alleged perpetrators.

Pakistan fires national security adviser


While talking about his struggle, he shared that his first ever pay was as little as Rs.35.


The Cleveland Browns signed free agent wide receiver Taurus Johnson today and waived injured wide receiver Johnathan Haggerty.

Browns sign wide receiver Taurus Johnson


After suffering another health scare earlier this month while on vacation, Good Morning America co-anchor Robin Roberts gave an update on her fragile health in a Facebook post on Wednesday.

Robin Roberts gives update on her health


Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad played the minority card at an election road show here on Tuesday.


Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said professional units as opposed to regular military recruits should serve in border areas, saying his government plans to do this within the next year.

Professional units should serve along border, says Erdoğan


Fast bowler Ajmal Shahzad became the latest England player to fall ill on the eve of their crucial World Cup clash against the West Indies.

Shahzad latest England player to fall ill


Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was charged yesterday with felony gun possession in connection with a Dec. 21 locker-room confrontation with a teammate.


Wales and British and Irish Lions winger Shane Williams has revealed he will retire from international rugby after the World Cup.


President Obama said that he supports gay marriage, reversing his position on a controversial social issue just six months before the November election.


Tata Sons, promoter of the key companies of the Tata Group, is set to foray into the education segment for which it is likely to unlock value from group companies, reports CNBC-TV18, quoting sources.

Tata Sons to foray into education segment


You probably don't care why I don't write on Thought Leader anymore.

Why I don't write on Thought Leader anymore


President Jacob Zuma and his counterparts from the Congo, Mali, Mauritania and Uganda would travel to Libya within the next days to assess the crisis gripping the north African state, Deputy International Relations Minister Marius Fransman said on Tuesday.


State health officials say no cases of swine flu have been reported in Washington state.

No cases of swine flu reported in Washington


POLICE have arrested four men in south Belfast in a planned operation by the organised crime squad during a 'cash in transit armed robbery' at a commerical premises on the Upper Lisburn Road, Finaghy on Monday.


The Austin city council approves plans for a new water tower to serve the neighborhood around the old Robert Mueller Airport.

The Austin city council approve new water tower


Australian allrounder Moises Henriques was fined 10 per cent of his match fee for sporting a manufacturer's logo on his helmet, breaching the specific requirements of the ICC's Clothing and Equipment Regulations.

Moises Henriques fined for manufacturer's logo on his helmet


A Hailey woman remained in critical condition Thursday at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise where she was flown by emergency helicopter following a one-vehicle rollover Sunday evening south of Bellevue.

Hailey woman remains in critical condition


The Executive Secretary of Petroleum Technology Development Fund,, Engineer Muttaqa Rabe Darma, said yesterday that he is not contesting Katsina governorship election and therefore they should stop harassing his supporters.

I'm not contesting Katsina governorship --


Air Astana, Kazakhstan's principal airline, has launched new services from Almaty to Tbilisi, capital of Georgia and Samara in southern Russia.

Air Astana launches new services to Georgia and Russia


The Conservatives have unveiled a £4.8 billion package of tax cuts for savers and pensioners to be funded by cutting public spending immediately.

Conservatives unveil £4.8 billion in tax cuts for savers


Bain Capital Partners is to acquire tools manufacturer Apex Tool Group from Danaher Corporation and Cooper Industries.

Bain Capital Partners to acquire Apex tool Group


Pune, May 31 Indian naval chief Admiral Nirmal Verma today said that the Indian navy was going ahead with its anti-piracy operations without a let-up and was in control of the situation on the piracy front.

India going ahead with anti-piracy operations:


Sonia Sotomayor, left, President Obama's choice to replace retiring Justice David Souter, takes the oath from Chief Justice John Roberts to become the Supreme Court's first Hispanic justice and only the third woman in the court's 220-year history, in Washington, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009.

Sotomayor takes oath from Chief Justice Roberts


An 80-year-old Nebraska woman has died after a Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad train collided with her car.

Neb. woman dies after train collides with her car


Too much white wine can cause your teeth to rot, dental experts have warned.


An article published Online First and in an upcoming edition of The Lancet reports that new research based on a meta-analysis of thirteen statin trials has shown that use of statins increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 9%.

Use of statins increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes


Jockey Kirsty Milczarek has lodged an appeal against her two-year ban from racing imposed by the BHA last week.

Jockey Kirsty Milczarek lodges appeal against ban


Moral hazard in the financial system ``looms larger than ever before'', even after the Dodd- Frank law gave US federal agencies tools to regulate institutions that might be deemed too big to fail, billionaire investor George Soros said yesterday.


Geoff Ogilvy, buoyed by St Kilda's narrow victory over Geelong, matched his lowest score of the year to trail the first round leaders by just one stroke at the Deutsche Bank Championship on Friday.


The road to Stanley Mission washed out on the morning of Sunday, Dec. 18 at a point where the area was flooded in July, causing a 50 ft. break in the road, said Doug Wakabayashi, communications manager for the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure, in an interview with The Northerner.


JK Rowling is being sued by the estate of the late Adrian Jacobs for allegedly stealing ideas from another British author.


Cape Wind, the first offshore wind farm in the US, has hit yet another hurdle after finally being granted approval to begin construction this fall.


In a move that will provide better returns on fixed deposits, the country's largest lender, State Bank of India on Monday raised deposit rates by up to 1.5 per cent, across various maturities, with effect from Tuesday.

SBI raises deposit rates by up to 1.5 per cent


An official release said, water levels in major rivers Krishna, Ghataprabha, Malaprabha, Doodhganga, Vedganga and Markendeya have begun to rise and a list of villages on the banks of these rivers prone to floods, as per previous records, has been prepared and precautionary measures have been taken.


Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that fraud and corruption from Punjab Entertainment Company would not be tolerated and strict action would be taken against those committing fraud.


Gov. Rick Snyder has signed bills banning so-called synthetic marijuana.

Snyder signs bills banning synthetic marijuana


A man's been shot dead by police at a retirement property in West Sussex..

Man shot dead by police at retirement property


Police in the south Seattle suburb of Auburn said a woman who stopped at a gas pump found an explosive device attached to her car.

Woman finds explosive device attached to car


The popular Weight Watchers plan is getting a makeover when it comes to their point structure.


The Louisiana Department of Revenue will begin issuing state income tax refunds on debit cards next year.

Louisiana will begin issuing tax refunds on debit cards


BOSTON - A Boston University engineering professor has been found dead in a school lab.

Boston University professor is found dead in lab.


Nick Clegg has called for Rebekah Brooks to resign as News International's chief executive over the phone hacking scandal.

Clegg calls for Rebekah Brooks to resign


Motherwell manager Stuart McCall felt Henrik Ojamaa was culpable as his red card looked to have cost his side dear in the 4-3 defeat in Inverness.

Motherwell boss Stuart McCall felt Henrik Ojamaa culpable after defeat in Inverness


LM Wind Power has announced they will join a research project to develop 'intelligent' blades based on wireless sensor technology.

LM wind Power joins project to develop ``intelligent blades''


World No. 1 Serena Williams will return from an injury hiatus next month at the clay-court Italian Masters, which granted the powerful American a wild-card entry on Tuesday.


Gianluigi Buffon has said he is not planning on retiring any time soon and insisted that he wishes to finish his career with Juventus.


A Dutch missioner in Jammu and Kashmir is appealing an expulsion order requiring him to leave India by the end of July, saying the order is the result of a mishandled police investigation.

Dutch missioner appeals against expulsion


Flowers lay on a stone with Julissa Brisman's name on it following the sixth annual program to honor homicide victims at the Garden of Peace, Thursday, September 16, 2010 in Boston.


The Canadian dollar opened at 97.75 cents US this morning, down 0.74 of a cent from Wednesday's close.

Canadian dollar opens at 97.75 cents US, down 0.74 of a cent


Bidders have until 5 pm today to submit their offers for Twinkies and other Hostess Brands snack cakes, with a bankruptcy court auction set to take place on Wednesday.


It now seems that the Gloucester chairman, Tom Walkinshaw, has died after a long battle with cancer.

Gloucester chairman Tom Walkinshaw dies after battling cancer


Three people were injured when a floor collapsed inside a Richmond home where about 60 people were attending a party late Monday night.

Three injured when floor collapses inside Richmond home


Reportedly, she didn't even think for a while to raise her voice against the immigration law which clashes with her own father Republican Senator John McCain's opinion about the same law.

Meghan McCain raises her voice against immigration law, clashes with her father


TCU offensive line coach Eddie Williamson underwent angioplasty at an area hospital Saturday after experiencing chest pains on the sideline during the first half of the No. 3 Horned Frogs' 40-35 win over San Diego State.


The Board of Directors of AMCORE Financial, Inc. announces that Kenneth E. Edge, 62, has elected to retire as CEO of AMCORE effective immediately, and he will retain his role as chairman.

Kenneth E. Edge retires as CEO of AMCORE Financial, Inc.;


Sir David Jason has revealed that he cried as he filmed his final scenes in long-running favourite A Touch Of Frost.

David Jason cried during final a Touch of Frost


Live Nation is offering $10 lawn tickets to the Mayhem Festival at the Virginia Beach Amphitheater on Wednesday, Aug. 4.

Live Nation offers $10 tickets to Mayhem Festival


Consumer confidence is rising in Germany despite the challenging financial climate facing Europe's largest economy, a study has shown.


A DRUG user, already convicted of wounding his partner, admitted growing cannabis after police raided his Cradley Heath home and seized 20 plants.

Drug user convicted after raid on Cradley Heath home


Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, the Boston teaching hospital that has been rapidly expanding its ties with community hospitals, said Thursday that it has signed a clinical affiliation agreement with Brockton Hospital's parent organization, Signature Healthcare Corporation.

Beth Israel Deaconess signs clinical affiliation agreement with Signature Healthcare


The Democratic party continues to unite in the days leading up to Hillary Clinton's withdrawal.


Moody's downgraded the credit ratings of 30 Spanish banks today, warning that Spain's government may not be ready to write a blank cheque for every troubled bank.


Ole Miss quarterback Bo Wallace took home the Conerly Trophy tonight, awarded each year to the best college football player in the state of Mississippi.


Occupy Seattle protesters running a live video feed from their corporate power protest at Seattle's Westlake Park say police have started making arrests.

Occupy Seattle protesters say police have started making arrests


NewsChannel 15 has learned several environmental groups have filed an appeal to DHEC's decision to grant an air permit for Santee Cooper's coal fired generation plant.


Catherine Zeta-Jones opened up about bipolar to encourage other sufferers to get help.

Catherine Zeta-Jones opens up about bipolar


Two Thomasville residents have been charged with numerous sex offenses.

Thomasville residents charged with sex offenses


An Elizabethton woman was charged with drug fraud on Sunday afternoon by Greeneville police after she allegedly attempted to have a forged prescription filled at an East Andrew Johnson Highway pharmacy.


Hugh Jackman stalker arrested after outburst at NY gym It was a hair-raising experience for actor Hugh Jackman at a New York City gym.


Goodman Fielder Ltd has again cut its earnings guidance, after taking a non-cash $300 million impairment charge relating to its banking division, and says trading conditions remain subdued.


A new portable solar charger for hand-held electronics offers four four times the charging power of previous models, according to manufacturer Solar Style.

New Solar charger offers four times the power


A sports doctor facing drug charges on both sides of the US-Canada border made multiple trips to US cities to meet with professional athletes and injected at least seven with human growth hormone, according to Canadian court documents.

Doctor facing charges made multiple trips to US


CONTROVERSIAL Sri Lankan bowler Muttiah Muralitharan plans to retire from Test cricket after next year's series against the West Indies.

Muttiah Muralitharan to retire from Test cricket


South Charleston is developing a smartphone application that will allow citizens to get up-to-the minute information about accidents, street closings, special events and other goings-on in the city.

South Charleston developing smartphone application


Amazon.com is investing in Cirtas Systems, a cloud storage startup that is emerging from stealth mode today.


A Ford engine plant that has been closed for two years is reopening.


UK grocery giant Tesco was upgraded to neutral from underweight on Monday at JP Morgan, which cited a better relative sales performance in the UK and internationally, as well as better prospects for free cash flow generation.


NATO refused Macedonia an invitation to join the alliance for now on Thursday after Greece vetoed the decision in a dispute over the former Yugoslav republic's name.

NATO refuses Macedonia invitation to join for now


ULSTER snooker ace Mark Allen is swapping the green baize for the green fairways this summer.

Allen swaps green baize for green fairways


Sasikumar, Lakshmi Menon starrer Kutti Puli is hitting the screens worldwide today on May 30.


in Steelers Coaches For the first time since he was tragically injured in a house fire in January, Steelers running backs coach Kirby Wilson visited the Steelers South Side facility Wednesday, and was reportedly honored with a cake upon his arrival.

Steelers running backs coach Kirby Wilson visits facility


US President Barack Obama has met at the White House with Sarah Shourd, the hiker recently freed by Iran, and with her mother and the mothers of the other two American hikers still held by the Iranians.

Obama meets with freed hiker Sarah Shourd


Seattle native Fred Couples made a birdie putt on the final hole to win the Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic by one stroke, capping an impressive showing at the 50-and-older Champions Tour event.

Seattle native Fred Couples wins Champions Tour event


Absentee voting for this year's primary election will end at noon next Monday, according to Adams County Clerk Gayla Reinhart.


The 2009 Giro d'Italia organisers unveiled a testing route for the centenary edition that should suit seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong more than his rivals.

Giro d'Italia - Giro organisers unveil testing route


Rite Aid has recalled 12-ounce tins of butter cookies because of the potential for the presence of a contaminant that can cause diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, according to this alert on the chain drug store's website.


Three more sonography machines, one from a clinic in Ganj Peth and two from a clinic on Fergusson College road, were sealed on Tuesday by the city appropriate authority.

Three sonography machines sealed in city


Prime Minister David Cameron has vowed to clear the permanent peace camp from Parliament Square before the Royal wedding on 29 April.


MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. said it is suspending its 2010 earnings guidance.

Memc Electronic Materials suspends guidance


National City today announced it is opening a new state headquarters at 411 East Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee , relocating employees from its current offices in Brookfield after the first of the year.

National City opens new state headquarters in downtown Milwaukee;


Ma'an - A young man in Nablus died late Sunday evening under mysterious circumstances, medical sources told Ma'an.

Man in Nablus dies under mysterious circumstances