So far, Nigeria has just about 80, 000 qualified lawyers, dead and alive, who have passed through the Law School.


Marca points out that Real Madrid have won their first ``treble'' since 1964.


Two Ashford businesses have been cited for selling alcohol to minors, state officials announced Wednesday.

Two Ashford businesses cited for selling alcohol to minors


AMERICAN soul/disco singer Loleatta Holloway has died.


After nearly four years of marriage, Landon Donovan has filed for divorce from Bianca Kajlich citing irreconcilable differences.


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The US is steadily muscling into the lucrative Indian defence market, giving jitters to traditional arms suppliers like Russia, Israel, France and the UK.


Warhol art bought for five dollars Updated: 09:40, Wednesday April 4, 2012 A UK man has stumbled upon what is believed to be one of Andy Warhol's earliest art pieces.


The fuel surcharge is expected to more than double in the coming days, surpassing the 100 per cent mark, The Sunday Times has learnt.

Fuel surcharge expected to more than double


Former Fianna Fáil senator Ivor Callely could become the first Irish politician to be tried for alleged expenses abuse, following the Irish Mail on Sunday's revelations about his mobile phone expenses claims.

Ivor Callely could be tried over expenses 'abuse':


A transport ship carrying recycled nuclear fuel for Japanese power companies left the French port of Cherbourg for Japan Thursday.

Ship carrying nuclear fuel leaves French port for Japan


Shinedown have announced a headlining North American tour beginning at the end of August.


The record setting human tower build by the Castellers de Vilafranca on June 20, 2012 at 230 FIFTH ROOFTOP LOUNGE in NYC.

Record setting human tower build in new york city


Profitability of commercial banks in Albania decreased slightly during second quarter of this year, despite the fact that income tax rate in the country had been halved this year, data published by central bank shown.

Profitability of banks in Albania decreased


A fake alligator shooting by police in a suburb in the state of Missouri was merely a case of mistaken identity, after r...


Tata Steel plans to raise Rs1,500 crore via 10-year unsecured bonds yielding 9.80% at maturity, a term sheet seen by Reuters showed.

Tata Steel plans to raise Rs1,500 crore via bonds


The pilot of the plane which crashed and injured Nigel Farage during a polling day stunt has been charged with threatening to kill the Ukip leader.

Pilot charged with threatening to kill Ukip leader


The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor, Owais Ahmed Ghani has said, the public sector universities are fully autonomous in their working and they should not only realistically continue their efforts to further upgrade and expand their academic facilities but also ensure quality of education in the affiliated institutions.

Public sector universities are fully autonomous:


Hundreds of chickens were killed when a leopard attacked a poultry farm at Arabhikottanur in Kolar in the wee hours of Saturday.


Pope Benedict attacked abortion and gay marriage, recently legalised in Spain, in a mass to consecrate Barcelona's iconic church in another pointed criticism of what he called Spain's ``aggressive secularism''.

Pope Benedict attacks abortion, gay marriage


Greystar Real Estate Partners recently opened two new apartment complexes, bringing the developer's grand total of new multifamily projects in the Houston area this year to three.

Greystar opens two new apartment complexes


Syrian President Bashar Assad ordered the release of all detainees arrested in the recent wave of protests, except for those who committed crimes ``against the nation and the citizens,'' state television said.

'Assad orders release of all those arrested in protests'


A Menominee man will be back in court next week facing charges in an alleged armed robbery.

Menominee man will be back in court for armed robbery


The Australian car parts sector must restructure faster and establish new markets over the next two to three years if it is to survive the effects of globalisation, the high local dollar, rising costs and climate change issues.

Car parts sector must restructure faster


Philippine top court halts contraceptives law The Philippine Supreme Court temporarily halted the implementation of a law that provides state funding for contraceptives, legislation opposed by the dominant Roman Catholic Church but supported by reproductive health activists.


Jamaat-i-Islami Vice President Sirajul Haq said American intelligence agencies are freely operating in Pakistan and claimed that most of the terror activities in the country are conducted by Blackwater.

Most terror activities conducted by Blackwater:


Manchester City and Wigan fought out a goalless draw at the City of Manchester Stadium today, a result that the away team will be much happier with.

Manchester City and Wigan fight out goalless draw


The quick turnaround didn't faze Burres, who pitched eight shutout innings, allowing three singles, as the Orioles beat the White Sox 5-1 Saturday in the opener of a split doubleheader.


Citigroup head of markets Pankaj Vaish says India is an exciting place to be in amidst the economic boom.


New Delhi, April 25 Emphasising that since its merger with the Indian union Sikkim has no representation at the centre, Chief Minister Pawan Chamling Monday suggested that the word 'Sindh' in the national anthem be replaced with 'Sikkim' to further strengthen emotional integration of the people of the state with the country.


Hafiz Saeed, the founder of Lashkar e Taiba, who is accused of the 26/11 Mumbai massacre said that India was trying to destabilise Pakistan and predicted that the violence in Kashmir could turn ``ugly''.


Panasonic has created a robotic bed than can transform into a wheelchair, allowing the elderly or people with disabilities to get up without assistance.

Panasonic's robotic bed transforms into wheelchair


The Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid Punjab president, Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi Tuesday said that Punjab's budget would only add to unemployment and added that the contradiction in words and actions has come to the fore.


French workers burned tires, marched on the presidential palace and held a manager of US manufacturer 3M hostage Wednesday as anger mounted over job cuts and executive bonuses.


``Celebrity Apprentice'' - added to his resume, singer Bret Michaels told TV audiences Monday that he was ready to rock.

``Apprentice'' winner Bret Michaels is ready to rock


Barnes & Noble, the largest chain of book stores in the US, on Tuesday unveiled a new version of its Nook electronic book reader with colour screen.

Barnes & Noble unveils Nook reader with colour screen.


Global Petroleum Limited has completed the acquisition of Jupiter Petroleum Limited which holds prospective oil and gas exploration interests in offshore Namibia and in offshore Juan de Nova, a French dependency in the Mozambique Channel.

Global Petroleum completes acquisition of Jupiter Petroleum


German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Thursday Germany is committed to do everything they can to maintain the euro and renewed her call for fiscal discipline by praising Canada for not ``living on borrowed money'' and saying it should serve as a model for Europe.

Merkel: committed to do ``everything we can''


In collaboration with Greater Amman Municipality, Umniah contributes towards equipping its 6th playground in Marj Al-Hamam.


Falcon Safety Products Inc. recently announced its sponsorship of the September 25 Somerset Patriot's Baseball Game and fireworks display at the TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater.

Falcon Safety products announces sponsorship of Somerset Patriot's Baseball game


A Queens jury today acquitted a high school shop teacher accused of molesting a female student inside a classroom.

Queens jury acquits teacher of molesting female student


AOL Canada announced today the launch of StyleList.ca, an edgy, contemporary online destination for fashion, style and beauty, featuring Canadian-based content, celebrity guest editors and local contributors, all designed to inspire Canadians to look and feel their best.


Katie Price is suing former husband Peter Andre and his management team for £250,000 alleging they are responsible for a smear campaign against her.


Negative political ``attack ads'' have a more powerful impact on young voters' mindset than positive ads, according to a field study released Tuesday.

Political attack ads have powerful impact on younger voters


Public Protector Thuli Madonsela released six reports on Wednesday following investigations by her office.


Veteran free agent linebacker Leroy Hill was arrested this past Saturday in Atlanta for possession of marijuana.


Gaylord Entertainment Co said it will sell the Gaylord hotels brand and the rights to manage four hotels to Marriott International Inc for $210 million in cash.

Gaylord to sell brand to Marriott International


Bangladesh court accepts graft case Updated: 12:13, Wednesday January 16, 2013 A court has paved the way for corruption charges to be pressed against Bangladesh's opposition leader which could end up preventing the former premier from contesting next year's election.


A total of 240 primary school pupils from the Sunderland area performed alongside regular choristers as part of the cathedral's outreach programme.

Primary school pupils from the Sunderland area performed with choristers


DRIVERS are being warned not to leave their car unattended to defrost after a vehicle was stolen from a driveway.

Drivers warned about leaving cars unattended while defrosting


Norovirus is now the leading cause of acute gastroenteritis among children less than 5 years of age who seek medical care, according to a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine.


`` title=''US Vice President arrives in Georgia to ``support democracy'' `` width=''135`` height=''135`` align=''left`` />Tbilisi/Moscow - US Vice President Joe Biden arrived in the Caucasus nation of Georgia on Wednesday, saying the United States supported Georgians on their way to greater democracy, local media reported.


Strictly Come Dancing star Jo Wood has apparently forgiven husband Ronnie for leaving her for 21-year-old Ekaterina Ivanova.

Strictly Come Dancing star Jo Wood has forgiven husband Ronnie


A suspected hijacker wielding a toy gun was shot dead in Durban's Umgeni road, police said on Friday.


DRUGS teams and trained dogs searched customers at six pubs and clubs as part of an ongoing operation to weed out illegal substances.


Everton have signed veteran American goalkeeper Marcus Hahnemann on a short-term contract until January.


London, Dec 10 Singer Katy Perry has announced the second leg of her tour for late 2011 after her recently announced 'California Dreams Tour' got sold out.


The diesel fuel crisis continued to escalate on Tuesday in most Egyptian governorates.

Diesel fuel crisis continues in most governorates


Short rain and thunderstorm are also expected in Yerevan, mostly after noon.

Short rain, thunderstorm expected in Yerevan


Dozens of Mexican nationals have been detained at LAX after claims of alleged human smuggling.

Dozens of Mexican nationals detained at LAX


A lawn darts game distributed by John Jaques & Son Ltd. of Edenbridge, England, poses a puncture hazard to children.


The Michigan State Police are hoping to speak with a Marquette man that was sent to the hospital after an accidental shooting that took place early Saturday morning.

One sent to hospital in accidental shooting


Genzyme Corp has moved again to strengthen its defenses against billionaire investor Carl Icahn, who is seeking four seats on the biotechnology company's board.

Genzyme moves to strengthen defenses against Icahn


Optofluidic plasmonics, a new method of biological detection and analysis, may have positive implications for detecting biochemical weapons as well as researching new drugs and finding cancer earlier.

Optofluidic plasmonics could detect biochemical weapons


Casey Aldridge, the father of Jamie Lynn Spears's 10-month-old daughter Maddie, was hospitalized in Jackson, Mississippi after a car crash early Sunday morning.

Casey Aldridge hospitalized after car crash


Crews are gearing up for fire season, and Merlin-based Grayback Forestry is one of many firefighting companies doing project work throughout Southern Oregon.


Gas prices continue their steady climb upward.


Tariq Al Gurg, CEO of Dubai Cares stated, ``Under His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum's direction, Dubai Cares will provide immediate assistance to 200,000 children in Haiti through our international partners Care International, Save the Children, Plan International and UNICEF who are currently on the ground in Haiti.

Dubai Cares to provide assistance to 200,000 children in Haiti


CHINA Telecom, the country's third-biggest mobile phone carrier, will cut the mobile phone roaming fee in Taiwan and Macau up to 83 percent from next month.


Aberdeen-based drilling systems specialist Churchill Drilling Tools is to invest half a million pounds and expand its workforce to meet growing demand for its revolutionary technology.


Pendragon, the British car dealer, is to raise around £75.2m via a discounted rights issue to cut its debt.

Pendragon to raise £75.2m in discounted rights issue


Barbara Kent, a popular Canadian actress in silent movies who starred in the 1926 film Flesh and the Devil, died on October 13 at the age of 103.

Canadian actress Barbara Kent dies at age 103


Operations at two German international airports, in Dusseldorf and Hamburg, were hampered Thursday when many security guards walked off the job in a strike for higher pay.

Two German airports hampered as a security guards


Michael Crichton, author of Jurassic Park has died, aged 66, 2008 after a private battle against cancer.


Qtel yesterday embarked on a major corporate transformation in Qatar, which will bring more strength and clarity to one of the world's fastest-growing and most successful communications companies.

Qtel embarks on major corporate transformation


A Kings Beach man was arrested Sunday on a charge of arson after his motel room was set on fire, the Placer County Sheriff's Office said.

Kings Beach man arrested, charged with arson


Barclays PLC Tuesday put its UK investment banking staff on notice for potential job cuts as it prepares to restructure the bank to adapt to new regulations and a tougher business climate.

Barclays puts UK investment banking staff on notice for job cuts


Washington, May 8 Observing that he is looking forward to a better relationship with India after the general elections in the neighbouring country, the visiting Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has said he would welcome any American help in improving Indo-Pak ties.

Zardari welcomes US help in improving Indo-Pak ties


Female student of Overseas Pakistanis foundation college refused to take award from Federal Minister for overseas Pakistanis and MQM parliamentary leader Dr Farooq Sattar in protest against torture of Dr Aafia Siddiqui.

Student refuses to take award from Farooq Sattar in protest


Bank of America Corp. has paid a $4.7 million fine to Massachusetts following a probe into the bank's marketing and sales of auction rate securities.


PENSRUS, which sells more than10 million custom logo pens each year, is penning the Parker IM the ultimate affordable luxury pen.


The long weekend exodus of drivers from the GTA got off to a rough start with two accidents on Highway 400 on Friday, and a crash that left a man dead in North Peterborough.

Long weekend exodus gets off to rough start


Elizabeth Edwards, the wife of former presidential candidate John Edwards, has died after a battle with breast cancer, a family friend has said.

Elizabeth Edwards dies after battle with breast cancer


Commercial property defaults are expected to rise in the next 12 months, according to a new survey.

Commercial property defaults expected to rise


A powerful storm born from the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida began moving out to sea Friday after raking the East Coast for three days, leaving behind it a trail of flooding, damaged buildings, eroded beaches and at least six deaths.


US prog-metallers Isis have announced they are currently mixing a new song for future release.


A Warner Robins woman is in the hospital in serious condition after her car landed on top of her.

Woman in serious condition after cars lands on her


A three-year-old boy was saved by his Croc shoes after receiving an electric shock from a faulty hair-dryer.


Retail sales rose less than expected in November as a drop in receipts for food and beverages weighed against stronger sales of motor vehicles, tempering some of the expectations of a strong holiday shopping season.

Retail sales rise less than expected in November


The Asia-Pacific crude market stayed weak on Monday as ample supplies and soft demand weighed on sentiment.

Asia-Pacific crude-ample supplies weigh on sentiment


The United States on Wednesday threatened Iceland with economic sanctions over its commercial whaling, accusing the country of undermining international efforts to preserve the ocean giants.

US threatens Iceland with sanctions over whaling


In an attempt to stay ahead of the pack, Six Nations champions Wales have been taking scrummaging tips from sumo wrestlers.


Oscar-winning director Martin Scorsese will be honored by the Broadcast Film Critics Association with its Critics' Choice Music+Film Award honoring his cinematic storytelling and use of music to heighten the impact of his films, the organization announced today.


This idea will help the economy, businesses, and make people use their brains for more ideas.


Dr. Galea pleaded guilty to using HGH, which is unapproved for use in the United States, to treat professional athletes.

Dr. anthony Galea pleads guilty to HGH use


Toyota to pay $16M in Calif. recall settlement A $16 million settlement over the safety recall of Toyota vehicles that were at risk for unintended acceleration and braking issues was announced Friday by California prosecutors and Toyota Motor Corp.


A NJ Transit train hit and killed a person this morning, causing delays on the North Jersey Coast Line between Bay Head and Long Branch, according to an agency spokeswoman.

NJ Transit train hits and kills person between Bay Head, Long Branch


Boris Johnson told the Conservative Party Conference that 3,000 people were holding London to ransom through the Tube strikes.

Boris Johnson: 3,000 people hold London to ransom


Phoenix, AZ - The Arizona Diamondbacks have designated infielder Ryan Roberts for assignment and reinstated infielder John McDonald from the 15-day disabled list.

Diamondbacks designate Roberts for assignment


Actress Bonnie Franklin died Friday due to complications from pancreatic cancer.


Jesus Colome departed in the top of the 11th inning Saturday with a right quad strain.


The illegal use of residential rental properties is becoming an increasing concern for landlords, with reports suggesting that a growing number of rental units are functioning as cannabis operations.

Illegal use of rental property becomes concern for landlords


After reading the story that ex-president Kufour should return some cars to the state on myjoyonline.com I felt the ex-president should be allowed to keep the car, I don't even know how many BMWs that we are talking of.

Should ex-president Kufour return the cars to the state?


Millions of Asians turned their eyes skyward yesterday as dawn suddenly turned to darkness across the continent in the longest total solar eclipse of this century.

Dawn turns to darkness in longest solar eclipse of the century


A 43-year-old Covington man was arrested over the weekend for shooting his own 19-year-old son in the abdomen.


``Taking clues from weak global markets, today Indian bourses are expected to open on negative note but on lower side will find strong support in the range of 4,650-4,680 levels. Being the last day of expiry, markets are expected to be very volatile and can see some short covering from lower levels in last hour of trading,`` said the broking house Way2Wealth Securities.


Austrian concert pianist Walter Hautzig will perform a concert of classical compositions on Tuesday, April 17, at 7 pm in Baylor School's alumni chapel.

Austrian concert pianist Walter Hautzig performs April 17


Wolves boss Mick McCarthy will ring the changes for tomorrow night's Carling Cup second round trip to Northampton.


In addition to using the new campaign slogan ``Forward,'' President Obama announced today that he would run as a white man.


Teachers have rejected the proposed medical insurance scheme by the Government because of its limited premium coverage.

Teachers reject proposed medical insurance scheme


Identity Kenya says that a Tanzanian gay rights activist was found dead in his Dar es Salaam home, and murder is suspected as police begin their investigations.

Tanzanian gay rights activist found dead at home


Nancy Dell'Olio has revealed that she is launching her own beauty brand and already has designed and manufacture her own brand of fake eyelashes.


Facebook has removed a photo of two men kissing, causing quite a bit of controversy as the photo accompanied a story about protesting a bar which kicked out two men for kissing in the corner.

Facebook removes photo of two men kissing


The FBI building in Jackson is being dedicated Tuesday to three civil rights workers killed by Klensmen 47 years ago to the day as well as the FBI agent who headed the investigation.

FBI building dedicated to three civil rights workers


Marilyn French, the writer and feminist whose novel ``The Women's Room'' sold more than 20 million copies and transformed her into a leading figure in the women's movement, has died at 79.

Feminist writer marilyn French dies at 79


Ambassador of China on Taiwan Peter Tsai says cultural exchange can be used to improve the bilateral friendship between his country and Swaziland.

'Cultural exchange can improve bilateral friendship'


by Matt Dunn, The News of Cumberland County Five Cumberland County corrections officers were indicted this week for aggravated assault, official misconduct and related offenses for allegedly assaulting an inmate at Cumberland County Jail last year.

Five Cumberland County corrections officers indicted for aggravated assault and official misconduct


Local Coordination Committees of Syria spokesperson Mohammad al-Abdullah said on Friday that the Syrian opposition intends to announce on Sunday a national council.

Syrian opposition to announce national council


Heavy rain has caused three slips in the North Island, and forecasters are warning more heavy falls are likely.


A counterfeit surgical mesh which was the subject of a US Food and Drug Administration warning back in June has been confirmed as posing a serious health risk to patients.

Counterfeit surgical mesh confirmed as health risk


Symantec Corp. announced Monday that it has completed its acquisition of PGP Corp. and GuardianEdge, two privately-held providers of email and data encryption solutions.

Symantec completes acquisition of PGP and GuardianEdge


For the 20 years or so that Gallup has asked the question, the response has nearly always been that the government does too much.


A Chambersburg man has been charged by the state Attorney General's office with being an Internet child sex predator.

Chambersburg man charged with being child sex predator


Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay left his start against the Cardinals after two innings, matching the second-shortest outing of his career.

Phillies' Roy Halladay leaves start after two innings


Servcorp, the world's leading provider of executive suites and virtual offices to entrepreneurs, mobile business professionals, small and mid-sized businesses and Fortune 500 companies, today announced it has opened its Boston location in One International Place.

Virtual Office and Executive suite provider Servcorp opens Boston location


The second Test between the West Indies and Australia in Antigua appears headed for a draw with the home side moving to 5 for 258 late on the final day, still requiring 114 runs for victory.


Maoists attacked a police station, torched six trucks, blasted a government building and a political party's office in two districts of Jharkhand while enforcing their 24-hour strike in parts of the state early Thursday.

Maoists attack police station, blast buildings in Jharkhand


One Canadian soldier and one soldier of the Afghan National Army were killed by an improvised explosive device that detonated during a joint foot patrol near the village of Nakhonay in Panjwaii District, about 25 km southwest of Kandahar City, on December 23, 2009.

Canadian soldier killed by improvised explosive device


Property developer Australand has downgraded its profit forecast of just two months ago, but should be able to pay down a $563 million loan facility due on June 30 after its banks agreed to refinancing.


Dame Elisabeth Murdoch, the celebrated philanthropist and media matriarch, has died in her Melbourne home, surrounded by her family.


I am the number one dancer of Bollywood,'' Dharmendra told reporters here at the music launch of Yamla Pagla Deewana 2.

I am the number one dancer in Bollywood:


Celebuzz has your pre-Oscar party guide so you know where all of the stars are all going to be leading up to Sunday's big night.


Through their official website, LINKIN PARK has announced a September 14th release date for their new album A THOUSAND SUNS.


The New Zealand pace bowler Tim Southee leads race for the Player of the Tournament award at the Under 19 cricket World Cup in Malaysia .

Southee leads race for Player of the Tournament award


Volunteers from local communities and schools have joined the state's Department of Environmental Protection today to help keep the Barnegat Bay clean despite a morning of steady rain.

Volunteers helping keep Barnegat Bay clean


Israeli police have killed a Palestinian laborer who entered east Jerusalem illegally, igniting new tensions in the volatile sector of the city.


Numerix, the leading provider of cross-asset analytics for derivatives valuations and risk management has opened a new office in Mumbai, India to provide local sales and quantitative support in the Indian region.


A 38-year-old man was tortured to death by unidentified suspects in the North Cantt police limits on Tuesday.


Bridgestone Corporation hosted a press conference at the New York International Auto Show at which the Nissan LEAF was named as 2011 World Car of the Year.

The Nissan LEAF named 2011 world Car of the Year


Two gas stations located near the Orlando International Airport that routinely charge more for gas than most other stations have been ordered by a judge to post prices on signs.


Miami radio personality and Hip Hop producer-turned-rapper DJ Khaled is reportedly Signing a deal with Cash Money Records.


MIAMI - Trucking and supply-chain operator Ryder System Inc. said Tuesday it reached deals to lease 87 heavy-duty natural gas trucks to its customers.

Ryder reaches deals to lease 87 natural-gas trucks


The Ukrainian opposition threatens to stage street protest actions, if its proposals in the Supreme Rada are ignored.

Ukrainian opposition threatens to stage protest actions


Wigan Athletic club captain Gary Caldwell has been named in the Scotland squad for the Euro 2012 qualifying matches against Czech Republic and Spain, even though he hasn`t played a first team game so far this season following a double hip operation during the summer.


Harlem & Beyond put on a gospel concert at the Greater Harvest Christian Center Feb. 25 to celebrate Black History Month and to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Gospel concert celebrates Black History Month


This is the shocking moment a Texas Rangers baseball fan falls to his death in front of his young son after catching a ball tossed by one of the Texas players.

Texas Rangers baseball fan falls to his death after catching a ball


The rumor that Amazon is getting ready to purchase an investment stake in daily deal giant Living Social has gotten more intense today, following Google's $5.3 billion bid for market leader Groupon.

Amazon to purchase an investment stake in Living Social?


14 people have been fined 150 dollars each for smoking in public areas such as bus stations and taxi stands in the Belait district.

14 people fined $150 each for smoking in public areas


Chinese firm BYD Auto is aiming to bring at least one electric vehicle to North America by 2011 or 2012, and is considering building an assembly plant in the United States, it said Monday at the Detroit auto show.

BYD aims to bring electric vehicle to North America by 2011 or 2012


A 65-year-old church deacon is behind bars tonight charged with the sexual assault of a child.

Church deacon charged with sexual assault


YOUNG Lurgan bowler Kristofor Matchett was narrowly beat in the youth singles tournament at Bangor at the weekend.


Star Butler guard Rotnei Clarke was taken off on a stretcher with 8:13 to play in the first half of the Bulldogs' matchup with Dayton Saturday afternoon.

Rotnei Clarke taken off on stretcher during...


On Hannity last night, Steele wholeheartedly agreed with Sean Hannity that the 2010 election will be ``a debate in this country about free market capitalism and socialism.''

Michael Steele agrees with Hannity: 2010 election will be free market capitalism Vs. socialism


Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, who ran as the vice presidential nominee on GOP Sen. John McCain's ticket, said Tuesday she would consider running for higher office again.

Palin says she may run for higher office again


A man facing child pornography charges appeared in Stephenville court Friday.


Manchester United fanzine 'Red Issue' has been cleared of inciting racism by the Crown Prosecution Service.

United fanzine 'Red Issue' cleared of inciting racism


Demonstrations have gone on Radfan area of Aden governorate for the second day, protesting the killing of a prisoner of Al-Moala jail.


President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday offered special preferential treatment to the Chinese investors in Pakistan , urging them to invest in Pakistan and take advantage of the country's geo-strategic location.

Zardari offers special treatment to investors


Comcast Corp. said it will begin rolling out faster Internet speeds over the next few weeks in selected markets to homes and businesses, including parts of New Castle County.


After a buyout of reportedly $1.5 million, half of which was reportedly covered by the New Orleans Hornets, the Hornets have signed Mexican center Gustavo Ayon, the player said in a press conference in Spain on Wednesday and sources later confirmed.

New Orleans Hornets sign Mexican center Gustavo Ayon


Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday filed a Rs 10 crore defamation suit against The Sunday Indian magazine for publishing an article insinuating that he has black money stashed away in Swiss banks.

Tharoor files defamation suit against magazine


AN EX-soldier is sending his war medal back to the Queen to show his support for thousands of ex-Gurkha veterans who could face deportation.


A Chinese court has extended by two months the detention of 21 Indians, who were captured from the southern city of Shenzhen in January this year on charges of smuggling diamonds worth USD 7.3 million.

Chinese court extends detention of 21 Indians


Gold prices dropped sharply in early trading Friday as a stronger dollar limited the metal's hedge appeal.


Turkey pulled its troops out of northern Iraq on Friday, ending a major offensive against Kurdish PKK rebels that Washington feared could spread conflict through the region.


On Tuesday, October 19, the Heart of Gold -- in this event represented by the S&P 500 -- went back into reverse after being power ahead by its famous Infinite Improbability Drive last Friday when NYSE TICK data and market internals were heavily lopsided in favor of a lower close, but the S&P 500 defied all probabilities and odds and closed up.

The 'Heart of Gold' went back into reverse


The Civil War saga ``Lincoln'' leads the Academy Awards with 12 nominations, including best picture, director for Steven Spielberg and acting honors for Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field and Tommy Lee Jones.


French President Nicolas Sarkozy, who is scheduled to visit India this month, may have married Italian model-turned-singer Carla Bruni during a small private ceremony held at the Elysee palace on Thursday, a French newspaper reported.


Bank of America said Tuesday that it is canceling a controversial $5 monthly debit card fee that was to go into effect next year.


A MORPETH business group has come under fire from its former Chairman who dramatically quit the organisation.


Singapore shares opened higher on Wednesday after Wall Street gained overnight as a survey of US manufacturing activity for June showed surprisingly strong growth.

Singapore shares open higher on Wall Street gain


Federal Minister for Science and Technology Mir Changez Khan Jamali has said that the present government is fully committed for development of Balochistan and all available resources would be mobilised in order to bring Balochistan at par with other provinces.He said this while talking to the Chief Minister of Balochistan, Nawab Muhammad Aslam Raisani, who called on Minister on Friday.

Government committed for development of Balochistan


The paparazzo blamed for spooking Madonna's horse and sending the singer tumbling to the ground says he's innocent.


British number one Andy Murray has admitted he is finding it difficult to get motivated in the early rounds of the Australian Open.

Murray finding it difficult to get motivated


Sandals Resorts International is laying off 650 Caribbean hotel workers in response to a decline in tourist bookings, the company said Friday.

Sandals Resorts lays off 650 Caribbean workers


Republican Senate nominee Christine O'Donnell said in a 2006 debate that China was plotting to take over America and claimed to have classified information about the country that she couldn't divulge.

Christine O'Donnell said China plotting to take over US


Canadian producer and distributor Shaftesbury is launching a US division and has hired former Cookie Jar Entertainment exec Tom Mazza to head it.


A baby is left alone inside a Johnston daycare


CNN anchor Lou Dobbs, known for economic nationalism and opposition to illegal immigration has quit the network in pursuit of new opportunities.


WCI Communities supports US troops with Patriot Golf Day Sept. 3-6 Proceeds benefit Folds of Honor Foundation WCI Communities, the Bonita Springs-based lifestyle community developer and homebuilder, is offering unique ways for area golfers to support the United States Armed Forces during Labor Day weekend.


A remote First Nations reserve in northern Ontario has declared a state of emergency over alarming rates of prescription drug abuse.

Remote reserve declares emergency over prescription drug abuse


Two people have been arrested in the death of UW-Milwaukee student from New London.

Two arrested in death of UW-Milwaukee student


Lil Wayne has reportedly retired his playboy lifestyle and married his girlfriend in a secret ceremony.

Lil Wayne marries girlfriend in secret ceremony!


An Amber Alert has been issued for a two missing girls in Lancaster County.

Amber Alert issued for two missing girls


Ashwaubenon community leaders react to the number of convicted sex offenders living at the Arena Motel.


Bill Nye the Science Guy has teamed up with sophia.org to help kids maintain their interest in school and learning.

Bill Nye the Science Guy teams up to help kids


Dubai remains the most expensive emerging property market in the world despite the market slowdown and falling prices caused by the global credit crunch, according to Reidin, a consultancy.

Dubai 'most expensive emerging property market'


Internationally renowned Irish chamber orchestra Camerata Ireland and award-winning pianist Barry Douglas with soprano Celine Byrne come to Central Florida for a one-performance-only engagement.

Irish chamber orchestra Camerata Ireland comes to Central Florida


Republican Presidential contender Rick Santorum, who won big in Tuesday's caucuses and primaries, filed to appear on Indiana's primary ballot Wednesday.


Craig Robinson, who plays warehouse manager Darryl Philbin on the hit NBC comedy ``The Office,'' performs Saturday at Bradley University's Renaissance Coliseum.

Craig Robinson performs at the Renaissance Coliseum


Kansas State forward Michael Beasley worked out with the Chicago Bulls Tuesday.

Michael Beasley works out for Chicago Bulls


Israel warned visitors to leave their iPads at home or have the hot-selling tablet computer seized on arrival as the device's wireless signal is 40 times stronger than allowed.

Israel warns visitors to leave their iPads at home


Two Maricopa County supervisors pleaded not guilty Monday to charges filed as part of a nasty dispute pitting county officials against top law enforcement officials.

2 Maricopa Co. supervisors plead not guilty


Inflation jumped to 3.4% in March from 3.0% in February on the back of rising gas and petrol prices, new figures showed on Tuesday.


One Defence Watch reader just sent this CANFORGEN with the comment ``Canadian Forces taking over control of transition services from Veterans Affairs.''


Breakfast-cereal giant Kellogg said it will be voluntarily recalling 28 million boxes of cereal due to an ``uncharacteristic off-flavor and smell coming from the liner in the package.''

Kellogg recalling 28 million boxes of cereal


Formula 1 teams are to seek clarification from Bernie Ecclestone on the new BBC/Sky television deal amid concerns about the sport moving away from free-to-air television in 2012.


Venus Williams beat sister Serena 7-5, 6-4 Saturday to win her fifth Wimbledon title and seventh Grand Slam championship.


A NURSE has become the first in Wales to qualify as an approved clinician under the Mental Health Act.

Nurse becomes first in Wales to qualify as an approved clinician


Mitesh Thacker, Technical Analyst, miteshthacker.com is of the view that Bhushan Steel has short term target of Rs 940-960.


Air China on Monday began operating regular flights between Beijing and Pyongyang, China's state-run media reported.

Air China begins regular flights between Beijing and Pyongyang


Fire erupted in a paper factory situated in Kabari bazaar area on Monday due to a gas leakage.


In a money-saving measure, the city of Topeka, Kansas, is considering decriminalizing domestic violence so that it is not forced to prosecute the cases.

Topeka, Kansas considers decriminalizing domestic violence


Lt. Governor Brian Dubie, R-Vermont, was also re-elected to a fourth term.


Dynamo Soccer Club is breaking ground on a new pavilion that is valued at $32,000.


In Iran, firemen faced difficulties when extinguishing the forest fire that broke out on Thursday at 10:30 in the Iranian province of Gulistan, Iranian İSNA news agency reported.

Firemen face difficulties when extinguishing forest fire in Iran


Quicksilver Resources Inc. today announced that Glenn Darden, Quicksilver president and chief executive officer, will present at the upcoming IPAA energy conference on April 21, 2009 at 2:25 pm eastern.

Quicksilver Resources to present at upcoming energy conference


Vodafone will seek to cut its staff numbers by 130 following a review of its business and organisation structures, the company announced today.


Republican John McCain rejected the months-old endorsement of an influential Texas televangelist after an audio recording surfaced in which the preacher said God sent Adolf Hitler to help Jews reach the promised land.

McCain rejects endorsement of televangelist


Forensic tests have shown that RDX was used in the Delhi high court bomb blast, a senior home ministry official said on Wednesday.


Arizona Cardinals tackle Pat McQuistan runs drills during NFL football practice on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012, at Arizona State University in Tempe, Ariz. The Cardinals are to face the New England Patriots on Sunday.


Amid tight security, a fresh batch of 1,350 pilgrims today left for the Amarnath cave shrine situated in South Kashmir Himalayas.

Fresh batch of 1,350 pilgrims leave for Amarnath


Upmarket department store group Saks Fifth Avenue has relaunched the SaksPOV website after five months of development.SaksPOV offers shoppers insight on fashion, culture and art and includes multimedia content, Saks brand coverage and lifestyle pieces.

Saks Fifth Avenue relaunches SaksPOV website


One week done, and I now feel able to start the second week positively and much more like 'me'!


After beginning to live separately, Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart are now reported to have stopped talking to each other.

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart stop talking to each other


Echo Entertainment Group Ltd., owner of the only casino in Sydney, surged by a record after rival Crown Ltd. doubled its stake in the company to 10 percent and sought regulatory approval to buy more.

Echo Entertainment surges as Crown doubles stake:


The National Disaster Management Authority today said that the cyclone risk mitigation project in Andhra Pradesh and Orissa will be expedited and efforts would be made to complete them ahead of 2015 schedule.

Cyclone risk mitigation project in AP, Orissa to be expedited


Crime in Hertfordshire has fallen for the seventh year running figures released by the police show, but some crimes are on the increase in Stevenage and North Herts.


Five-times champion Roger Federer weathered a mighty Swedish storm before beating 12th seed Robin Soderling 6-0 6-3 6-7 7-6 to reach the semi-finals of the US Open on Thursday.


Al-Iraqiyah political bloc MP announced that ``political blocs have no right to intervene in the cabinet's work,'' pointing out that ``Parliament should be the boy to hold the government accountable.''

Political blocs have no right to intervene in cabinet's work


New rules coming into force next month mean all employers must keep copies of employment contracts or face hefty fines, the Department of Labour says.

Employers must keep copies of employment contracts - or face hefty fines


Glanville implied that Rimes seemed to have a tell-all interview everyday and it was kind of crazy.

Brandi Glanville implies LeAnn Rimes is crazy


Latest find of cross-border drug tunnel in Calif. REDWOOD CITY, Calif. Video game maker Electronic Arts Inc. said Thursday it acquired KlickNation, a company that develops free role-playing games played on social media platforms like Facebook.


CLINT DEMPSEY struck late on to stun Aston Villa as Fulham twice came from behind to earn a draw which leaves both sides still looking anxiously backwards in the battle to avoid the drop.

Clint Dempsey struck late on to stun Aston Villa as Fulham twice came from behind to earn a draw


After years of investigation, EU antitrust regulators have raided Intel and computer retailers that deal closely with the microprocessor firm.

EU antitrust regulators raid Intel, retailers


A major air mishap was averted at Chennai airport on Saturday when a Delhi-bound private airliner which had been cleared for take-off stopped on the runway just as an Air India flight was about to land.


M&T Bank Corporation inked a deal to acquire Hudson City Bancorp, Inc. for approximately $3.7 billion, to expand its community banking franchise on the east coast of the United States.

M&T Bank Corp. inks a deal to acquire Hudson City Bancorp


The director of a Muslim school in Perth has been found guilty of falsifying student numbers.


A Brevard County doctor has been charged with beating his wife with a hammer nearly to death.

Doctor charged with beating wife with hammer


The government today said it has collected over Rs 6.97 lakh crore in direct and indirect taxes between April and February of this fiscal.

Government collects Rs 6.97 lakh crore in tax during April-February


Google has launched a Phone Gallery for Android phones, allowing easy comparison of features and details on where to buy from.

Google launches Phone Gallery for Android


The State Governments have requested the Centre to further relax the norms for inclusion of schemes and assistance under Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programmes, Repair, Renovation and Restoration of water bodies, and Command Area Development and Water Management.

The State Governments have requested the Centre to further relax the norms for inclusion of ...


A drunken driver whose car crash led to the death of a 19-year-old Rocklin man pleaded no contest Thursday to vehicular manslaughter.

Drunken driver pleads no contest to vehicular manslaughter


Congenital amputee Kyle Maynard lost his first mixed martial arts fight to Bryan Fry on a 30-27 judges' decision Saturday night in Auburn.

Congenital amputee loses mixed martial arts fight on judges' decision


A Winnebago County landlord has been sentenced to life in prison without parole in shooting death of his tenant.

Winnebago Co. landlord sentenced to life


Novartis International AG / Novartis shareholders approve merger of Alcon into Novartis .


Swiss shares closed higher, boosted by positive US GDP data, with volumes, however, low ahead of tomorrow's public holiday in Switzerland and as investors await the FOMC's rate decision.

Swiss shares close higher after US GDP data;


Oklahoma City bombing survivors and victims' family members are remembering the 18th anniversary of the April 19, 1995, bombing of the Oklahoma City federal building.

Oklahoma City remembers 18th anniversary of bombing


The Sensex at the Bombay Stock Exchange gained 61 points in early trade today on sustained buying by funds and retailers amid a firming trend in Asian region.


Japanese researchers at RIKEN have successfully developed a revolutionary new polymer film that changes shape upon irradiation with UV and visible light.

Revolutionary new polymer film changes shape upon irradiation with UV and visible light


ACTRESS Cameron Diaz has reportedly split from baseball star boyfriend Alex Rodriguez after 18 months.


Cricket Australia has indefinitely postponed its cricket team's Pakistan tour following the twin bomb blasts in Pakistani city of Lahore Tuesday.

Ca indefinitely postpones its cricket team's Pakistan tour


A Federal Court judge has ordered two La Presse reporters to reveal their sources for a damning article about Adil Charkaoui, a Montreal man arrested in 2003 under a security certificate and accused of having ties to terrorists.

Judge orders reporters to reveal sources


The government announced a relief package to airline industry wherein it has allowed Indian carries to clear a total fuel bill outstanding of Rs.2, 962 crore in six equated monthly installments to oil companies, according to media reports released on Thursday.

Government announces relief package to airline industry


Justin Timberlake inducted Madonna into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in an inuendo filled speech, referencing Britney Spears.

Justin Timberlake inducts Madonna into Rock Hall


Alcatel-Lucent said on Tuesday it had opened a regional delivery centre in southern India to provide services to manage mobile and fixed-line telecoms networks of its clients.

Alcatel-Lucent says opens delivery centre in India


Industrial production rose 1% in July, boosted by higher factory output, the Federal Reserve said Tuesday.


The price of oil rose above US$96 a barrel Thursday on signs of steady hiring and resilient consumer spending in the United States.


Last month, BoE minutes showed three-way split among members for the fourth-consecutive month, but this time member Martin Weale joined Andrew Sentance to call for interest rate hike to 0.75 percent as inflation moved to the upside to threatening levels.


A limo carrying a party of bridesmaids was hijacked Saturday afternoon in front of the Blessed Mother Theresa Church in the Dorchester section of Boston.

Limo carrying party of bridesmaids hijacked


Consumers have seen their monthly outgoings soar by 26% during the past two years driven by higher housing and energy costs, research has shown.


Storms passing through the city Monday afternoon and evening caused brief power outages in Hudson.


Five soldiers from the US-led foreign military force in Iraq were shot dead at one of the main US bases in Baghdad on Monday, the US military said.

Five soldiers shot at US base in Baghdad:


A powerful typhoon lashed the southern Japanese island of Okinawa and surrounding areas Sunday, injuring four people and cutting off power to about 57,000 households.


Rafael Bejarano, the nation's leading rider in purse earnings this year, will ride Line of David in the Kentucky Derby.

Bejarano will ride Line of David in Kentucky Derby


Calif. man dies in NY after falling from CSX train Authorities say a California man has died after falling from a moving freight train in western New York.


The Messenger, starring Woody Harrelson, Ben Foster and Samantha Morton, opens in theaters Friday, November 13.

The Messenger starring Woody Harrelson in theaters November


The Phoenix Coyotes will be keeping their coach, even as their ownership situation remains in flux.


WhatTheyThink, the printing industry's number one overall web site, celebrates a decade of bringing Premium content to the printing and publishing industries through its innovative online media services.

WhatTheyThink celebrates a decade of Premium content


China Press reported that a pair of twin Vietnamese sisters were arrested for luring their friends to become prostitutes in the republic.

Twin Vietnamese sisters arrested for luring friends to become prostitutes


A 16-year-old O'Fallon girl was injured in a car accident on eastbound Interstate 64 on April 19.


Experts and multinational food companies argue private public partnerships could deliver food security for the world.

Private-public partnerships may deliver food security


Danica Patrick can kick up her heels in style in her NASCAR return.


Bank of America Corp. said it is selling nearly half of its corporate aircraft as the bank looks to scale back costs.

Bank of America to sell some corporate aircraft;


Malaysia targeted one million tourist arrivals fron China this year, said Tourism Malaysia chairman Datuk Victor Wee.

Malaysia targets one million tourist arrivals from China this year


Linanyi ``Lily'' M. Ortiz of Port Jervis, a senior fashion design major and member of the Fashion Connection Club at Cazenovia College, created the shoe ornaments for the club's ``We Wish Shoe a Merry Christmas'' project -- a small holiday tree decorated with handmade shoe ornaments.


The Australia Council has given over $1 million worth of grants to music projects for new recordings, professional development, creative collaborations and international touring and showcasing.

Australia Council gives over $1 million to music projects


A Pakistani air force helicopter on Tuesday evacuated the Sri Lankan cricket team from Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium following a deadly ambush, an AFP reporter said.


Unify Corp., a global provider of application development, data management and migration solutions, today announced that it will report fiscal 2009 fourth quarter and year end financial results, ended April 30, 2009, on Wednesday, July 1, 2009 following the close of the market.

Unify to announce fiscal 2009 fourth quarter and year end financial results on July 1, 2009


Virginia Tech has been picked by the media as the favorites in the ACC for the upcoming football season.

Virginia Tech picked as favorites in ACC


NEW ORLEANS The New Orleans Saints say they've signed veteran free agent kicker John Carney.

New Orleans Saints sign veteran kicker John Carney


President of the International Police Sports Union and Kuwait Police Sports Association Lt.-Gen. Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah said Saturday that the USIP seeks to promote its activities and increase its membership.

USIP seeks to promote activities, increase membership --


You have had four months to take control of the situation and yet nothing has been done.

Four months to take control, and yet nothing has been done


NATO's International Security Assistance Force today confirmed that recent precision airstrikes over Afghanistan's Baghlan province had killed two senior Taliban military leaders and 13 other armed insurgents.


A monthly poll shows consumers' confidence took a surprisingly sharp fall in February amid rising job worries.


Country singer Carrie Underwood said on Wednesday she is going Unplugged for the VH1 music series.

Country singer Carrie Underwood to go Unplugged


MORE than 900 serving police officers and community support officers have a criminal record, official figures show.

900 police officers have a criminal record


I made this fan made poster of Nestor Carbonell as Mayor Anthony Garcia in The Dark Knight Rises.

Fan made poster by me for the Dark Knight Rises.


Former Vancouver Canuck Rick Rypien, known as ``Ripper'' to fans, was found dead today in his Alberta home, according to the CBC.


Wind River, a world leader in embedded and mobile software, today announced that it has achieved ``Ready for IBM Rational Software'' technical validation for Wind River Test Management, a test automation system for monitoring, executing and managing embedded device software testing.

Wind River achieves 'Ready for IBM Rational software' validation


The Green Party elected Metiria Turei its new female Co-Leader today.

Green Party elects Metiria Turei Co-Leader


Investigators have recovered more stolen equipment believed to be part of an alleged farm equipment theft ring.

Investigators recover more stolen equipment


Megachurch pastor Creflo Dollar has been arrested after authorities say he slightly hurt his 15- year-old daughter in a fight at his metro Atlanta home.

Megachurch pastor Creflo Dollar arrested


Estelle is rumoured to be replacing Kelly Rowland as a judge on The X Factor this year.

Estelle to replace Kelly Rowland as judge on the X Factor?


The Australian sharemarket has opened slightly lower as traders wait for a catalyst following a bad run of news from around the world.


US cable operator Cox Communications has launched TV Online service for its TV customers.

Cox Communications launches TV Online service


A suspicious package that caused a Detroit-bound flight to be diverted to Nashville turned out to contain a Christmas ornament.

Suspicious package that caused flight to be diverted contains Christmas ornament


Minnesota Vikings first-round draft pick Percy Harvin has been hospitalized due to severe dehydration.

Minnesota Vikings rookie Percy Harvin hospitalized for dehydration


A hostage situation in Laval ended peacefully Friday afternoon when a man surrendered to police.


The Department of Environment and Natural Resources yesterday warned that it would declare as illegal mere possession of wood coming from trees in natural forests, particularly those lacking proper documents.

DENR may declare as illegal mere possession of wood from natural forests


Prince Harry has reportedly told aides he wants to marry real Chelsy Davy before their trip together to Afghanistan.

Prince Harry wants to marry with Chelsy Davy


Midwives from across the UK have been urged to use their skills abroad in a bid to curb the number of women who die from preventable complications during pregnancy and childbirth.


India has slammed Pakistan over reported links between Islamabad's premier intelligence agency and the Afghan Taliban that were revealed in the recent leak of secret Pentagon files.


London, Nov 2 Social networking website Facebook keeps a record of users' former lovers, if they had typed in the data earlier, but has now been forced to change a feature which caused their photos to appear when they logged in.

Facebook keeps record of users' former lovers


The tropical depression in the Atlantic weakened further overnight and could completely dissipate today.


'Grey's Anatomy' star Eric Dane is set to hook up with Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson for the upcoming movie 'Marley and Me.

Eric Dane hooks up with Jennifer Aniston


The Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township, 240 Southern Boulevard, will hold its third annual women's retreat from 9 am to 3 pm on Saturday, Feb. 7, in the Parish House of the New Vernon Presbyterian Church, New Vernon.

The Presbyterian Church will hold third annual women's retreat Feb. 7


Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets has been cleared to play in the Champions League final by UEFA who dismissed claims he racially insulted Real Madrid fullback Marcelo in their heated semi-final.

Busquets cleared to play in Champions League final


Michelle Yeoh talks to the Wall Street Journal about preparing to play democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi in ``The Lady,'' meeting the Nobel laureate and how she knew she nailed a challenging scene.

Michelle Yeoh on playing Aung San Suu Kyi in 'the Lady'


Australian all-rounder Brad Hogg joined the mass exodus of players quitting international cricket when he announced his retirement on Wednesday.


St. Helena is a troubled $8 million business.


Every police force in England and Wales will be equipped with mobile fingerprint scanners to check the identity of suspects in the street.

Police to be equipped with mobile fingerprint scanners


Onyx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced that it will delay its New Drug Application filing for carfilzomib based on a recent meeting with the Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls review division of the US Food and Drug Administration.

Onyx Pharmaceuticals announces delay in NDA filing for carfilzomib


Older hospitals patients with pressure ulcers stay significantly longer than other older patients, say German researchers from University Hospital Aachen.

Older patients with pressure ulcers stay longer in hospital


Jeremy Lin scored 27 points to lead Harvard to an 82-70 upset over Boston College on Wednesday night, three days after the Eagles upset previously top-ranked North Carolina.

Lin leads Harvard to upset of Boston College


YouTube has launched its latest online movie service in UK.


Sacred Heart prep knocked down 10 three-pointers and took over sole possession of first place in the West Bay Athletic League with a 74-33 victory over host Eastside Prep on Friday night in East Palo Alto.

Sacred Heart prep takes sole possession of first


He has decided to turn producer with Pooja Bhatt's `` Jism 2.''


McKesson Corporation, a leading healthcare services and information technology company, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of US Oncology, a leading integrated oncology company that serves one of the nation's largest networks of community-based oncologists.

McKesson completes acquisition of US Oncology


TMZ reports that Delmon Young was arrested for anti-Semitic behavior on Friday night.

Delmon Young arrested for anti-Semitic behavior


A new foundation is hoping to raise $100 million to help Duval County schools and teachers as well as to shape the education discussion in Tallahasee.

New Foundation hopes to raise $100 million for Duval County schools


The Alabama House will consider a bill to legalize marijuana when the legislative session begins Feb. 5.

Ala. House to consider bill to legalize marijuana


Modern Warfare 2 will come equipped with Steamworks when it launches next month.


Wigan Athletic chairman Dave Whelan is adamant that Aston Villa were never an option for Roberto Martinez and that Liverpool were the only side he had an interest in joining.

Whelan adamant Aston Villa were never an option for Martinez


A US woman claims 17-year-old popstar Justin Bieber is the father of her three-month-old baby boy.

US woman claims Justin Bieber is the father of her baby boy


Colombo, April 7 Sri Lanka will increase the number of weekly flights to Britain from 14 to 21, Xinhua reported Thursday.

Sri Lanka to increase flights to Britain


Cummins Inc. announced Friday that it will add 600 new professional employees in a new office building in downtown Columbus.

Cummins to add 600 employees in new building in downtown Columbus


Rap star Nicki Minaj has signed on to perform on The Today Show this coming August.

Nicki Minaj to perform on the Today Show


A Milwaukee police officer has been charged with felony substantial battery for allegedly beating up a woman at his home.


Now the new buzz is that the hot couple Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne are working together to endorse LifeCell International welfare concept.

Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne working together!


A kayaker is dead after drowning in Lake Superior Tuesday among the Apostle Islands.


While there is certainly a memory deficit, researchers found that people with amnesia suffer from memory clutter - or too many irrelevant memories.

People with amnesia suffer from too many memories


Defender Ryan Cresswell was singled out for praise by Bury boss Alan Knill after the Morecambe stalemate.

Ryan Cresswell praised by Bury boss Alan Knill


TREASURER Wayne Swan says Australian households are still doing it tough, despite encouraging news on inflation.


Texas Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton has tried to clarify his recent cryptic comments about being disobedient.

Josh Hamilton clarifies cryptic comments


The beach on Jekyll Island has more than 100 sea turtle nests this year.

Jekyll island has over 100 sea turtle nests


MINNEAPOLIS Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura will be working on a new conspiracy theory series for truTV, the former Court TV cable station.

Jesse Ventura working on new series for truTV


Thailand said on Thursday it was holding peace talks with some insurgent groups in its violence-wracked south, in a policy reversal which follows a recent surge in militant attacks.

Thailand holds 'peace talks' with insurgent groups


It looks like they have ramped up a social media campaign where they are giving people a free Droid BIONIC saying it's #worththewait.

The Motorola Droid Bionic is #worththewait


Lady Gaga has switched to a gluten free diet as she begins the next stage of her huge 'Born This Way Ball' tour in Sofia, Bulgaria.


India and Bangladesh continued their first joint military exercise in West Bengal's Jalpaiguri district Thursday despite an on-going mutiny in Bangladesh, reported the prive Indo-Asian News Service.

India, Bangladesh continue joint military exercise


Over half of respondents to a survey by the Scottish Newspaper Society said that they believed they would miss out on important information if public notices were removed from local newspapers and only published on local government websites.

Over half believe they would miss out on important information if public notices are removed from local newspapers


South Dakota circuit court judge rules red light camera program violates procedural due process.

South Dakota court rules against red light cameras


Toy and gadget supplier Wizz, the retail brand of Dubai-based Retail Concepts, will launch a range of new products at this year's Tax Free World Association World Exhibition in Cannes in October.


HANOI, Vietnam -Vietnam devalued its currency Friday by 8.5 percent as the Communist-ruled country grapples with double-digit inflation and a widening trade deficit.

Vietnam devalues currency by 8.5 percent


Pakistan and France will enhance cooperation in the area of environment, particularly to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Pakistan, France to enhance cooperation on Environment


- A Connecticut doctor is accused of sexually assaulting a female patient in East Hartford.

Conn. doctor accused of sexually assaulting female patient


The welfare of soldiers was among the top priorities of the government, Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde said here on Friday.


Over 1,000 new cases of Hepatitis-C are diagnosed in Finland annually.

1,000 cases of Hepatitis-C diagnosed annually


A Crimestoppers tip led Monroe Police to the arrest of a Monroe man late Saturday.


The hand held cell phone ban is a secondary offense, so you'd only get the fine if you were pulled over for another traffic infraction.


the Wilton House supercar show is back on Saturday 14 August for you to indulge your twin passions.


Hollywood actor Daniel Craig is said to have called off his engagement to producer Satsuki Mitchell.

Daniel Craig, fiancee call off engagement?


``Any new sheriff makes changes...to fit their philosophy of policing.


A Polk County man and an illegal alien from Mexico have been sentenced in federal court to life in prison for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine, the US Attorney's Office said today.

Men sentenced in federal court to life in prison


Black Eyed Peas have gone back to Number One after spending a week off the top spot in UK's Official Singles Chart.


Xilinx Inc. on Tuesday said sales for the fourth quarter would fall less than previously forecast, citing a late spate wireless-equipment sales.


The House voted by a wide margin Wednesday to pass a medical marijuana bill, but it still faces an uphill climb in the Senate in order to overcome a promised veto from Gov. John Lynch.


North America long product market price has recently continued to increase, with the blame put on higher scrap prices.

North America long product prices continue


A rash of thefts from vehicles has hit Branson, according to the Branson Police Department.


A West Terre Haute Police Officer was arrested Monday evening on six felony charges of theft.

West Terre Haute Police Officer arrested


A former Pharr police officer accused of working for the Zetas is set to be sentenced Thursday afternoon.

Former Pharr police officer to be sentenced


Tavern On 2, a gastropub featuring upscale bar cuisine is set to open Friday at 5110 E. Second St. in Belmont Shore.


Pakistan has reopened supply lines to Western forces in Afghanistan, after the road through the Khyber Pass was blocked on Saturday, days after a raid by US commandos on a Pakistani village, a minister said on Monday.

Pakistan reopens supply lines to Western forces


Eastman Kodak extended its patent auction on Monday, saying it would not announce a winner as planned because it was still in discussions with bidders.


India on Monday condemned the terrorist attack near the Pakistani city of Lahore even as its defence forces said they were prepared to tackle any 'spillover' of the terrorist threat, since the assault took place near the border.

India condemns terrorist attack in Pakistan


UCPN Vice Chairman Dr Baburam Bhattarai escaped an accident when a passenger bus hit his vehicle at Darhechowk area in Mugling-Gajuri section of the road, Friday morning.


Belarussian Vasil Kiryienka, of the Tinkoff team, won the 19th stage of the Tour of Italy here yesterday following a long breakaway but Spain's Alberto Contador said after retaining the overall lead the race was ``wide open.''


President of Ukraine Victor Yushchenko calls on the majority to shoulder responsibility for processes in the Verkhovna Rada, and to return to work in line with the constitution.

Yushchenko calls on majority to shoulder responsibility


Belgium pulled out of the political crisis, which was underway for almost a year and a half, announced Socialist leader Elio Di Rupo, the mediator in the talks and a possible future prime minister, ITAR-TASS reported.


A buyer is being sought for the Leeds-based jewellery retailer, Azendi, after financial difficulties saw it fall into administration.

Buyer sought for jewellery retailer Azendi


Domestic violence is not merely a problem, it has now become a social phenomenon, Dr. Maha Al-Moneef, Executive Director of the Family Security program, has said.


MetLife, Inc. announced today that it has declared third quarter 2008 dividends of $0.2555555 per share on the company's floating rate non-cumulative preferred stock, Series A and $0.4062500 per share on the company's 6.50% non-cumulative preferred stock, Series B. Both dividends are payable September 15, 2008 to shareholders of record as of August 31, 2008.


Disabled people are being failed by police and left to suffer violence, harassment and abuse, a learning disability charity said.


FIRE crews were called out to Malvern Link this morning when a vehicle went into a garage.


Kauai County announced Monday it is setting up monthly electronic waste recycling events so residents can drop off unwanted TVs, computers and other items.

Kauai County announces electronic waste recycling events


Polynesian Blue is celebrating its 3rd birthday with a Birthday Surprise Sale for flights between Apia and New Zealand and Australia.


National gold buyers at NowGold.com reveal selling gold jewelry tips for people needing cash at a time when Gold prices have been rising and many need extra cash due to tough economy.

Gold buyers at NowGold.com reveal selling gold jewelry tips for people needing cash


The Senate passed the bill 22-7 on the same day it emerged from the Senate Health Committee.


Inkel, a Seoul based IT equipment manufacturer, developed wireless audio/video transceiver that transmits audio/video data from antenna, DVD, set top box and etc.

Inkel developing wireless audio/video transceiver


A wheelchair-bound woman was rescued from her burning home in Anderson late Tuesday night.

Woman rescued from burning home in Anderson


Yesterday voters went to the polls and shook up local school boards and village councils by electing some new faces.

Voters shake up School boards, Village councils


Virgin Mobile USA, which as you may know is owned by Sprint, has recently launched a new prepaid plan called payLo.

Virgin Mobile USA launches new prepaid plan -- payLo


Samsung Electronics Co. said Wednesday it has withdrawn a US$26 a share bid to acquire SanDisk Corp., but suggested it was still interested in buying the US flash memory card maker at a lower price.

Samsung withdraws bid to acquire SanDisk


Herbal remedies can kill, says an Australian forensic pathologist, who warns against the ``false perception'' they are ``safer than manufactured medicines''.


Former President and chairman All Pakistan Muslim League Pervez Musharraf is planning to come back to Pakistan in October or November while Sahiba Musharraf has reached Pakistan for arrangements in this regard.

Pervez Musharraf planning to come back Pakistan in October, November


Nebraska Sen. Ben Nelson said Wednesday that he is reviewing a potential compromise on the health care bill's restriction on federal funding for abortion coverage.


Detroit will host the first plug-in electric vehicle conference focusing on issues of policy, economics and technology this October.

Detroit hosting plug-in electric vehicle conference in October


Adam Schefter discusses why Ben Roethlisberger had knee surgery, and when he is expected to return.


Robin Soderling upset Australian Open finalist Andy Murray in straight sets to book a semi-final showdown with Andy Roddick at the BNP Paribas Open.

Robin Soderling upsets Andy Murray in straight sets at the BNP Paribas Open


On Wednesday, the World Economic Forum stated that it has introduced a quota for female executives from major sponsors at its Davos summit, after it got criticized that not enough women attend the gathering of global business leaders.

The world Economic Forum introduced quota for female executives


THE Farm have announced an All Together Now 20th anniversary gig at the 02 Academy Liverpool on December 4.

The Farm announce All Together Now 20th anniversary gig


British punk singer Ari Up, who formed the influential band the Slits when she was only 14 years old, has passed away at the age of 48.

Ari Up, lead singer of the Slits, passes away


In a move that could challenge Cisco's dominance in the network equipment market, San Jose-based Brocade Communications Systems announced Monday that it plans to buy Foundry Networks in a $2 billion deal.


Rwanda on Sunday evening announced a major cabinet reshuffle, where the biggest star will probably be Agnes Kalibata, who has risen through the ranks to be full minister of agriculture.

Rwanda announces major cabinet reshuffle


Now, NJ Transit wants to raise parking fees at many of its lots.


A West Newton couple face numerous charges after a fight involving knives that occurred in front of their four children Saturday, borough police said.

West Newton couple charged in fight with knives


Azerbaijan and Mexico boost cooperation in the field of inter-parliamentary relations.

Azerbaijan, Mexico boost inter-parliamentary relations


Filmmaker-actress Penny Marshall has a book deal with a fresh twist; the publisher is Amazon.com.


Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has launched a stinging attack on Rafael Benitez, branding his Liverpool counterpart as 'arrogant'.

Ferguson launches stinging attack on Benitez


But I absolutely love reading that the Super Bowl is on the Bengals mind.


Canberra beat W-League leaders Perth 2-1 Updated: 20:52, Wednesday December 5, 2012 Champions Canberra United on Wednesday reinvigorated their W-League campaign with a gripping 2-1 win over leaders Perth Glory to snap a four-match losing streak.


Fleet management software company Telogis Inc. said it has acquired Maptuit, a provider of commercial vehicle navigation technology.


A large blast was heard in the heavily barricaded diplomatic area of the Afghan capital, Kabul, on Wednesday, Reuters witnesses said.

Large blast heard in diplomatic area of Afghan capital - witnesses


A man was fatally shot Monday after a fight at a Phoenix apartment complex just off an Interstate 17 frontage road south of Camelback Road, authorities said.

Man fatally shot near Phoenix apartment complex


An Auburn man was arrested for indecent exposure near Regional Park Tuesday morning after he was seen sitting naked in his car.

Auburn man arrested for indecent exposure


State senators voted to cut nearly $300 million in spending Wednesday in an effort to start dealing with an anticipated $2 billion deficit.

Senators vote to cut $300 million in spending


China has eased strict cross-border currency rules for 13 multinational firms including Samsung and Shell in a scheme that further cranks open its tightly controlled capital account, sources said.

China eases currency rules for 13 multinational firms


Former Germany captain and Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack is poised to sign for Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen, German sports agency SID, an AFP subsidiary, reported on Friday.

Ballack signs for former club Bayer Leverkusen


Taiwanese melodic black metal band Chthonic is streaming the entire ``Takasago Army'' album online through AOL Music.

Chthonic streams entire ``Takasago Army'' album online


The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says a Tampa man has been charged in his ex-girlfriend's death after a witness trapped him in a room until deputies arrived.

Tampa man charged in ex-girlfriend's death


27-year-old Goody, a mother of two, said: ``I'm terrified my cancer has spread and I'll die in my 30s.''


A former boarding school nurse accused of sexually abusing students and handing out prescription drugs pleaded guilty to five of the charges leveled against him in 8th District Court Monday.


Searchers have found a canoe used by three missing Salluit hunters who disappeared June 8 after setting out on a seal hunting trip, a spokesperson for the Kativik Regional Government said June 30 in an email.

Searchers find canoe used by missing Salluit hunters


Ex-Cabinet minister Andy Burnham is tipped to become Shadow Home Secretary as competition hots up for places on Ed Miliband's top team.

Andy Burnham tipped to become Shadow Home Secretary


The Brewers took two-of-three from the Reds and they maintained their half-game lead for the National League Wild Card playoff spot.


A family killed in a quiet working-class San Diego suburb is a case of murder-suicide, according to San Diego police.


LiveU Inc., a Fair Lawn , NJ-based enabler of live video transmission over wireless networks, has raised $9 million in Series B funding.


A new study led by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley's School of Public Health, has indicated that exposure during pregnancy to flame retardant chemicals commonly found in the home is linked to lower birth weight babies.

Flame retardant chemicals linked to lower birth weight babies


Online news sources have reported that singer Donna Summer has died today at the age of 63 after a battle with cancer.


It was announced this afternoon that Soundwave 2013 officially completely sold out, with Perth joining Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide.


The Abu Dhabi National Energy Company announced on Wednesday it had terminated its relationship with Standard & Poor's in disagreement at the agency's new ratings methodology for government-related entities.

Taqa terminates relationship with Standard & Poor


GE Money, the consumer lending unit of General Electric Company, and Nautilus, Inc., a global fitness equipment leader, today announced a multi-year agreement to provide consumer financing via Nautilus' direct sales channel.

GE Money and Nautilus announce multi-year agreement to provide consumer financing


Heinz Hall will close for more than two months this summer for renovations, the Downtown venue's manager said this morning.

Heinz Hall to close this summer for renovations


Entertainment Reporter Matthew Goode has claimed that he auditioned for the role of Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit.


Olympic medallist Sonia O'Sullivan overtook more than 25,000 Great North runners on Sunday as part of a charity challenge that involved her starting the race from the back.

Sonia O'Sullivan overtakes 25,000 at Great North Run


National Service Training Council chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye said today that 340 medical staff have been stationed at 83 National Service camps nationwide.

340 medical staff stationed at 83 National Service camps


Friends University will present its annual Symphony of Spring concert at 7:30 pm April 25-26 and May 1-3, and 2 pm April 26 in Sebits Auditorium in Riney Fine Arts Center.

Friends University to present Symphony of Spring


As many as 655,874 children under five years of age will be administered polio drops during the three-day polio eradication campaign in District Rawalpindi from today.

655,874 children to be administered polio drops


UPS is expanding its carbon neutral shipping program to 35 countries and territories across Europe, Asia and the Americas July 12.

UPS expanding carbon neutral shipping program


As expected, the New York Jets have signed tight end Kellen Winslow Jr. The Jets brought Kellen Winslow Jr. to mini-camp for a tryout this week and he quickly caught the eye of the coaching staff.

New York Jets sign tight end Kellen Winslow Jr.


37% of mothers unable to practice exclusive breastfeeding attributed to family members, Health Care Assistance and 3 months maternity leave.


``I will meet the PM at 5 pm,'' Naidu said.


Police arrested two suspects in the Highway 101 shooting of a Hells Angels motorcycle club associate.

Police arrests suspects in Highway 101 shooting


Newbury Racecourse says that it is trading in line with expectations and that there are some signs of early stages of recovery in the corporate market for both hospitality and conference and events.


Fannie Mae, one of two mortgage companies operating under US conservatorship, said it will seek $7.8 billion in Treasury Department aid after reporting a third-quarter loss.

Fannie Mae seeks $7.8 billion in aid after reporting loss


Along the way, she also subdued a few demons.


Former NBA star Stephon Marbury has been playing overseas in China for the past year or so and with the National Basketball Association still being locked-out, he has decided to sign on with another Chinese Basketball team:

Stephon Marbury signs with another Chinese Basketball team


Bears coach Lovie Smith says quarterback Jay Cutler will have pins removed from his surgically repaired right thumb on Tuesday.

Cutler to have pins removed from thumb Tuesday


Pete Doherty is set to record a song with Lee Mavers, the reclusive former frontman of The La's.

Pete Doherty to record song with Lee Mavers


Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo has admitted that he had quit Hollywood until 'The Kids are Alright' landed at his door.


Argentine singer Cacho Castaña remains hospitalized in serious condition in Buenos Aires, his physician told the press Sunday.


Fresno State Bulldogs third baseman Tommy Mendonca says he will have game day like jitters when he meets the President.

Mendonca has jitters about meeting the President


Upshur County Commissioners on Monday authorized County Judge Dean Fowler to sign a memorandum of lease on the county's West Texas school land.

Commissioners authorize memorandum of lease


NSL great Goran Lozanovski was sacked today from the coaching role at Hume City in the Victorian Premier League.

Former nsl champion Lozanovski sacked by Hume City


Pilat Media, supplier of business management software solutions to the media industry, has announced that Scripps Networks has gone live using Pilat Media's IBMS broadcast management system for five major brands --

Scripps Networks go live with Pilat Media


After four weeks in office, President Barack Obama will mark a big victory this afternoon when he signs a sweeping economic stimulus plan into law.


Italy raised €12.25 billion in an auction of short-term bonds today at lower rates than before.

Italy raises €12.25 billion at lower rates


Doctors say that former Polish President and Nobel laureate Lech Walesa has pneumonia but that his condition is improving.

Doctors say Lech Walesa has pneumonia, but his condition is improving


The Holyoke Blue Sox kicked off their season Thursday evening at MacKenzie Field in Holyoke.


Chennai, Aug 1 Tata Motors logged 15 percent sales growth in July over the corresponding month in 2011.

Tata Motors logs 15 percent sales growth


Rapper Da Brat was sentenced to three years in prison today for assaulting a woman in a nightclub last Halloween.

Da Brat sentenced to three years for assault


The Child Support Agency is handing over its powers and responsibility to a new government agency.

Child support agency hands over its powers


Soldak Entertainment has announced in a new blog post that Drox Operative, the upcoming starship action RPG, has entered alpha testing.


A 9-year-old boy hit by a vehicle Sunday night while riding his bicycle has died.

Boy hit by vehicle while riding his bicycle dies


A 28-year-old Plymouth woman is facing possible retail fraud charges after allegedly being caught trying to steal $111 in merchandise from the Green Oak Township Kohl's store.


In tune with its plan to take the total number of exclusive outlets to 300, Tata Group company 'Titan Industries' will open 50 more exclusive stores for its popular watch brand by the end of current fiscal.

Titan to open 50 more stores by end of current fiscal


New Zealand international Jacob Oram has retired from Test cricket in a bid to prolong his injury-blighted career in the shortened form of the game.


The head of state has visited the ``Boris Yeltsin and his time'' exhibition, which was organized by the President's Centre of Boris Yeltsin fund as well as the museum of the first president of Kazakhstan.

The head of state visits the ``Boris Yeltsin and his time'' exhibition


Andy Carroll insists he remains focused on Newcastle United Football Club, despite the recent surprise departure of Chris Hughton.

Carroll remains focused on Newcastle United


A revenue centre is to be opened soon in Portmore, Director of Public Relations for Taxpayer Support Services in the Tax Administration Service Department, Meris Haughton has said.

Revenue centre to be opened soon in Portmore


GE Healthcare, a unit of General Electric Company, today announced that it has expanded its portfolio of ecomagination products aimed at helping healthcare companies and hospitals reduce cost and waste while positively impacting the environment.

GE Healthcare expands portfolio of ecomagination products


Home hope Sam Querrey upset top seed Nikolay Davydenko in the Pilot Pen event in New Haven, Connecticut.


A JAPANESE Akita dog, which jumped from a first floor window in Sunderland, impaled itself on a wrought iron fence.

Akita dog which jumped from window in Sunderland impaled on fence


Cleveland Indians pitcher Jake Westbrook was scratched from his scheduled start in Thursday's spring training opener against the Houston Astros because of soreness in his right arm.


David Cameron urged restive Tories to focus their energies on fighting Labour as he sought to quell unrest among activists over his leadership.


A Palo Alto man pleaded not guilty Wednesday to robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, vandalism, car burglary, possession of stolen property and reckless driving following a car chase Sunday in Portola Valley.

Palo Alto man pleads not guilty to robbery, assault, burglary


Provo, Utah-based Ancestry.com has set the pricing range for its initial public offering, according to documents filed by the firm on Tuesday.


After being named NFC offensive player of the month for September, Vick has been named NFC offensive player of the week after the Eagles 26-24 victory over the Indianapolis Colts.

Michael Vick named NFC offensive player of the week


Parent volunteers are needed on Wednesday, March 14, a school early release day, as the Hopkinton Youth Commission and the Hopkinton Parks and Recreation Department sponsor a trip to Pinz in Milford.

Parent volunteers needed for March 14 trip to Pinz in Milford


Poet and author, Khalid Bashir's maiden Kashmiri ghazal, ``Kath Chhi Wanwaes Hawa Zael Diwan Yaari Kulen Tal'', has been posted on ``YouTube'' and is catching the fancy of Kashmiri music lovers across the globe.

Khalid Bashir's ghazal posted on YouTube


The US will negotiate visa deals with European nations on a country-by-country basis rather than with the EU Commission, US Homeland Security Security Michael Chertoff said Thursday.

US to negotiate visa deals with europe on a nation-by-nation basis


SkyBridge Capital, an alternative investment firm that is acquiring the fund of hedge funds, hedge fund seeding and hedge fund advisory businesses from Citi Alternative Investments, has opened an office in Zürich.

SkyBridge Capital opens office in Zürich


England eased to an eight-wicket win over Pakistan in the Women's World Cup in Sydney thanks to a five-wicket haul from Laura Marsh.


Non-financial public enterprises are expected to perform well and remain resilient, strengthened by the significant progress made from the ongoing government-linked companies transformation programmes, the Finance Ministry said.

Non-financial public enterprises expected to perform well and remain resilient


New Delhi, April 11 Bharatiya Janata Party Sunday demanded an apology from Germany for the ``undiplomatic'' remarks made by a German parliamentary delegation about Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi during a recent visit to the state.

Bharatiya Janata party Sunday demanded an apology from Germany


Kingfisher Airlines has target of Rs 14-15 in next two months, says SP Tulsian, sptulsian.com.

Kingfisher Airlines has target of Rs 14-15:


THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh Bad news Nickelback haters: the rock band so many love to hate has been named the group of the decade by Billboard magazine.

Bad news Nickelback haters: the band is named group of the decade by Billboard


A 27-year-old cleaner has been sentenced to six years jail for killing his 23-month old daughter in January last year.

Cleaner sentenced six years for killing daughter


A Greek investigative journalist, Sokratis Giolias, has been shot dead in Athens.

Greek investigative journalist shot dead


Newly appointed MIC president G Palanivel has made sweeping changes to the party national line-up, including re-appointing S Murugesan as party secretary-general.


A weekly disco and gaming session for youngsters at Littlemoor is set to return for the half term holidays following its summer time success.

Disco and gaming sessions for youngsters to return following summer success


A local Head Start program is closed for the day Wednesday after a burglary in Champlain.


Comps rose 2.7% for the week ended July 24, keeping pace with the prior week.


But just in case anyone missed the signs, Valve confirmed that DotA 2 is coming in 2011.


White doves were released at the Pretoria hospital where former president Nelson Mandela remained in a critical condition on Tuesday.


TAP Portugal is moving toward an expected full privatization by year end following president Cavaco Silva's approval placing the carrier and its subsidiaries up for sale.

Tap Portugal moving toward privatization by year end


The US Food and Drug Administration says smokers who are trying to quit can safely use over-the counter nicotine gum, patches and lozenges for longer than previously recommended in a move to help millions of Americans kick the habit.

Smokers can safely use nicotine gum, patches for longer:


American comedian David Spade caused controversy on a US chat show when he claimed shoe bomber Richard Reid looked like a ``textbook terrorist''.

David Spade: `shoe bomber Richard Reid looked like a textbook terrorist`


Neiman Marcus, a luxury specialty retailer, has introduced new restaurant menus with calorie counts listed for each item.

Neiman Marcus introduces new restaurant menus with calorie counts


A Delta Airlines plane has made an emergency landing at New York's John F Kennedy airport after an apparent bird strike.

Delta Airlines plane makes emergency landing after bird strike


North American markets appeared headed for a lower open Friday as investors nervously await the fate of the US automaking industry.

North American markets appear headed for lower open


Bill Haas is back to defend his title at the Bob Hope Classic, which gets underway on Wednesday.

Bill Haas defends title at Bob Hope Classic


A jury in Florida has acquitted actor Wesley Snipes of federal tax-fraud and conspiracy charges, but convicted him of failing to file tax returns.

Wesley Snipes convicted of failing to file tax returns


Turkey calls on its citizens to refrain from visiting Mali and recommends its citizens in this country to return to the motherland, Turkish Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.


The Sri Lankan police have briefly detained and questioned the youngest daughter of the jailed former army commander Sarath Fonseka at the Colombo airport on Friday when she was returning to the country from the United States.

Sri lanka police question fonseka`s daughter at the airport


The epidemiological situation is calm in Armenia, Health Ministry's State Hygienic and Epidemic Control Inspectorate Chief Artavazd Vanyan said during a press conference on Tuesday.

Epidemiological situation is calm in Armenia


Dubai Duty Free has today launched a currency conversion service for every point of sale operated by the retailer at Dubai International airport.

Dubai Duty Free launches currency Conversion service


MEND, in an email yesterday by its Spokesman, Jomo Gbomo, where it declared an indefinite ceasefire, also announced the replacement of Ms. Annkio Briggs with Mr. Amagbe Denzel Kentebe as the group's liaison officer.


Newsday plans to upgrade its printing presses in Melville, adding more color pages to the newspaper.


sometimes called eunuchs -- in the old Korean dynasty lived much longer than other men, according to a new study.


Google Inc quarterly profit beat Wall Street targets, sending shares up 6% as the internet search and advertising leader withstood deepening economic turmoil.


)According to Yallafinance website, Dubai Group, part of a conglomerate owned by the emirate's ruler, is nearing a debt deal with its lenders and an agreement may be signed within the second quarter, ``We are at the final stages.


A Mount Ulla family has had its pet dog, Dosia, euthanized after an encounter with a rabid skunk.

Family dog euthanized after encounter with rabid skunk


Japan and Russian expanded their air services agreement to increase the number of flights between the countries from 140 to 184 per week, effective from the 2012 northern summer.

Japan and Russia expand air services agreement


The television chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall has called for Tesco shareholders to protest over the sales of cheap factory farmed chickens.

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall calls on Tesco shareholders to protest over cheap chickens


Spain's Dani Pedrosa took pole position on Saturday for Sunday's San Marino MotoGP Grand Prix to boost his outside hopes of the title.

Pedrosa takes pole position for San Marino Grand Prix


India and Pakistan are planning to resume bilateral cricket ties after a nearly five-year disruption of such relationships due to the deadly Mumbai terrorist attacks in 2008, which were blamed on a Pakistani-based militant group.


PRESIDENT Hosni Mubarak is to return to Egypt on Saturday, three weeks after undergoing surgery in Germany, the official news agency Mena reported.


The Icelandic volcanic eruption has raised concerns for an expert about the risks of slashing spending on public health in this country.


Michael Jackson has made chart history in America by claiming the top nine spots on Billboard's Top Pop Catalog Albums countdown.

Michael Jackson makes chart history in America


Ancient footprints found at Rutgers' Koobi Fora Field School show that some of the earliest humans walked like us and did so on anatomically modern feet 1.5 million years ago.

Humans walked on modern feet 1.5 million years ago


China's Zhang Lian-Wei remained in contention at the UBS Hong Kong Open, following his score of a four-under par 66 in Friday's second round, to take the share of the second spot on the leaderboard.

Zhang Lian-Wei remains in contention at the UBS Hong Kong Open


Four duck hunters were rescued after their boat capsized on a lake in Port Hope Township in Beltrami County.

Four hunters rescued after boat capsizes


Sensex started trade on a quiet note with a benchmark index on Thursday flat in opening trade and broader indices nudging up.


Former Chicago Police Department Chief of Detectives William Hanhardt, who helped run a nationwide ring of jewel thieves, was released from a federal prison into a Chicago-area halfway house.

Jewel thief ex-cop William Hanhardt released to halfway house


file photo, cast member Ashley Judd arrives at a preview screening for an upcoming episode of the ABC television series ``Missing'' in Beverly Hills, Calif. Judd isn't ruling out a run for US Senate in Kentucky.

Ashley Judd doesn't rule out run for US Senate


SMEs board index opened high at 4689.65 points and closed at 4784.24 points, up 2.11% or 98.89 points.


Nielsen Holdings, a leading global provider of insights and analytics into what consumers watch and buy, has announced that it has acquired 100% of NeuroFocus Inc, the global leader in neurological testing for consumer research.


A Brandywine woman has been charged with making up an abduction story to delay a court hearing, according to authorities.

Woman charged with making up abduction story


THE Archbishop of Dublin has accused bishops of ``hiding'' unpublished child abuse reports rather than making them public.

Archbishop accuses bishops of 'hiding' unpublished reports


After watching his side go through a bit of a dip in form recently Villarreal coach Manuel Pellegrini says that he prefers consistency to an unbeaten run and that he is more than happy at the club...

Pellegrini prefers consistency to unbeaten run


The consortium to manage the Prai power plant will be finalised by the third week of March, said the Energy Commission chairman, Tan Sri Ahmad Tajuddin Ali.

Consortium to manage Prai power plant to be finalised in March


08:04 Electronic Arts on Monday announced that it will ``retire'' some Facebook games that seem to have fallen out of favor with players at the leading social network.

Electronic Arts 'retiring' some Facebook games


Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi on Monday called for the expansion of cooperation among the Eurasian countries, saying that Eurasia is an engine of global economic growth.

Eurasia is an engine of global economic growth:


A 37-year-old man has drowned after falling through ice into a fresh water loch.

Man drowns after falling through ice on loch


Study finds bribery works in weight loss Will power apparently can be bought.


USF Coach Skip Holtz talks about the teams last practice before the upcoming final scrimmage

Usf Coach Skip Holtz talks about upcoming final scrimmage


A woman from Sarasota was run over and killed early Saturday morning while lying in a Pasco County road.

Woman run over, killed while lying on road


Dundee has the highest level of school exclusions in Scotland, with the total running at twice the national average, a Scottish Government report published today has revealed.

Dundee has highest level of school exclusions


The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) has successfully completed the preliminary design of the US Navy's Free Electron Laser weapon system, a key step toward building a FEL prototype for realistic tests at sea.

Boeing completes preliminary design of Free Electron Laser weapon system


)According to ZF.ro, portfolios of bad loans will continue to grow strongly in Romania and Bulgaria, because the two countries have lagged behind the countries in this region in terms of recovery from economic recession, according to an analysis of the financial group Deutsche Bank.


A court in South Africa has barred police officers from joining a nationwide strike by public workers, which is in its ninth day.

Court bars s'africa police from joining strike


Former Celtic Delonte West was arrested on Thursday night on weapons possession charges, according to The Cleveland Plain-Dealer.

Former Celtic Delonte West arrested on weapons charges


A suspect has been shot and killed by Milwaukee police officers.


An off duty St. Clair County sheriff deputy was hit by a car while walking along Country Club Drive in Port Huron Township at about 1:45 pm Sunday, said St. Clair County Sheriff Lt. Mark Dedenbach.


Qantas Airways planes returned to the skies Monday after an Australian court ruled on a bitter labor dispute that had prompted the world's 10th-largest airline to ground its entire fleet.


GeoDecisions, an information technology company specializing in geospatial solutions, is proud to announce that its parent company, Gannett Fleming, recently celebrated its 95th anniversary.

Geodecisions' parent company Gannett Fleming celebrates 95th anniversary