Barely three days after the killing of a former Naib Sarpanch in Malkangiri district, armed Maoists killed the son of a ruling BJD leader and block Chairman in Bolangir district early today, police said.


Taoiseach Brian Cowen has hoisted the white flag on Irish public sector pension reform and has withdrawn proposals in the so-called Croke Park deal, that were agreed with the trade unions in March.

Cowen hoists white flag on Irish public sector pension reform;


A Greenville man who says his business suffered in the decline of the textile industry has been flying the US flag upside down to protest the bailout of the financial sector.

Greenville man flies flag upside down to protest bailout


An Indian-origin ``super food'' guru has developed a new alcoholic cocktail that can prevent hangovers.

Now, an alcoholic cocktail to prevent hangovers


Firefighters battled a quickly-moving grassfire in record heat Sunday afternoon.

Firefighters battle grassfire in record heat


AMANDA Holden is a proud mother of two young daughters but says that's enough, declaring: ``I want to have a drink again.''


29/02/08 Effective March 1, 2008 BASF will be increasing sales prices for its hydrosulfites worldwide by at least €120 per metric ton or equivalents in local currencies as contracts allow.


It seems that every time we turn around, Peyton Hillis is questionable to play.


German stocks rose as Chancellor Angela Merkel said that euro-area leaders will discuss bank recapitalization this weekend, easing concern that the 17-nation currency region will fail to contain its debt crisis.


Palmer, Abbott disagree on ethics Updated: 10:18, Wednesday June 27, 2012 Queensland billionaire Clive Palmer says his disagreement with Opposition Leader Tony Abbott over political donations is about ethics and propriety.


``Today, it should read 'Shooting together for stronger, healthier babies,''' Megan Colwell said.

``Shooting together for stronger, healthier babies''


Prokino has picked up a bundle of titles that screened at this year's Cannes Film Festival, including Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu's ``Biutiful'' and Mike Leigh's ``Another Year.''


The vice president and minister of Women's Affairs has reiterated that the sky is the limit as far as her aspiration for women empowerment is concerned.

'The sky is the limit in my aspiration for women empowerment'


Afghan police seized 41 tons of hashish in eastern Paktia province on Sunday, Interior Ministry spokesman Zamarai Bashari said Monday.


An article at Philly.com profiles noted Pennsylvania architect Peter Bohlin who was commissioned to design the first Apple Store to open in Philadelphia.

Peter Bohlin designs first Apple store in Philadelphia


State Sen. Dan Kapanke has officially announced he will run for Congress.


FARRAGUT NORTH begins previews tonight, Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008; and officially opens Wednesday, November 12th, 2008; and will play a limited engagement through Saturday, November 29th only.

FARRAGUT NORTH begins previews tonight, October 22nd


MANY Muslim women and children, fearing reprisals after this week's alleged terrorist plot was revealed, are said to be too scared to leave their Melbourne homes.

Muslim women, children 'too scared' to leave Melbourne homes


Instead of freezing tuition for higher education for a third straight year, Ohio public colleges and universities will now be able to raise tuition by 3.5 percent under the new state budget deal.


India demanded Pakistan hand over 20 of its most-wanted fugitives as a sign of good faith, while both sides on Dec 2 tried to cool tensions over the Mumbai attacks before a visit by Washington's top diplomat.

India demands Pakistani hand over fugitives


World leaders applauded the release of Myanmar pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi on Saturday, calling her a human rights hero and urging the country's ruling junta to free more political prisoners.

World leaders applaud release of Aung San Suu Kyi


Virgin Media has announced that it will soon offer the HTC HD2 smartphone, its first HTC offering.


Sinead O'Connor has reconciled with her husband after the pair enjoyed an evening of ``mad love making'', the singer has revealed.


Garbage could be seen beside the police outpost which is located in front of the Stabroek Market.


A senior Chinese diplomat says President Hu Jintao will call for new talks on North Korea when he makes a state visit to the US next week.


Scientists held a mock funeral march Tuesday marking the ``death of evidence'' in Canada, accusing the ruling Tories of muzzling government scientists to advance a political agenda that ignores research findings.

Scientists march against 'death of evidence' in Canada


Darko Milicic, as expected, was waived by the Celtics on Wednesday after playing just one game for his sixth NBA team.


HONG KONG-based Bank of East Asia is opening its first branch in Manchester later in the year.It is refurbishing a four-storey 1960s building in Charlotte Street, on the edge of Chinatown, ahead of an April launch.The bank, which opened in London in 1990 and Birmingham in 1997, will have an initial team of 13 and is advertising business development and customer service roles.


All efforts should be aimed at reducing the hazards from drugs and substance abuse and providing treatment and rehabilitation services in line with internationally-acclaimed health standards across the region, in close cooperation with the local governments and establishments working towards countering this peril, Dr. Hamad Bin Abdallah Al Ghaferi, Director General of National Rehabilitation Center, affirmed today.


Air India has cancelled 76 domestic and international flights scheduled for Wednesday on its network, in the wake of strike by 20,000 employees of the national carrier who are protesting against airline management's gag order.


Stocks to watch on the Australian stock exchange at noon on Friday: up $1.18, or 1.8 per cent, at $66.63 up 49 cents, or 1.32 per cent, at $37.48 up seven cents, or 1.55 per cent, at $4.60 The major miners all posted gains after the iron ore price climbed three per cent overnight to $US139.40.


American actor David Schwimmer had to keep a look out for British actress Thandie Newton on the set of his directorial debut 'Run, Fatboy, Run', as she was always playing pranks.

David Schwimmer looks out for prankster Thandie Newton


Some performers have been announced while others are still merely rumors, like the buzz that Chris Brown will perform at this year's Grammys!

Chris Brown to perform at this year's Grammys?


President Barack Obama on Friday nominated John Kerry to replace Hillary Clinton as secretary of state, calling the veteran US senator the ``perfect choice'' for America's top diplomat as he began reshaping his national security team for a second term.

John Kerry replaces Hillary Clinton as secretary of State


MTV has denied reports that Lauren Conrad has reportedly left ``The Hills'' and she has already filmed her possible reactions to other scenes.

Mtv denies Lauren Conrad has left ``the Hills''


Jay Glazer of FOX Sports reports that the New York Giants front office is ``intrigued'' by the possibility of re-signing wide receiver Plaxico Burress when and if the NFL Lockout if lifted, and the Super Bowl XLII champion is released from prison in early June.

New York Giants front office ``intrigued'' by possibility of re-signing Plaxico Burress


Mission police are questioning a former Tamaulipas police officer in connection with an overnight kidnapping.

Mission police questioning Tamaulipas police officer in kidnapping


British actress Kate Winslet won the best actress in a mini-series Emmy for her role in Mildred Pierce.


South Sudan on Thursday invited its ``brother'', Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir, to an April summit to resolve outstanding issues that have pushed the two countries to the brink of war.

S. Sudan invites 'brother' Bashir to summit


Verizon said it added 2.2 million wireless subscribers, showing resilience in the face of tougher consumer spending, despite posting a fourth-quarter loss due to its shrinking landline business.

Verizon adds 2.2 million subscribers, but posts loss


The NHL on Friday approved the amended contract of Carolina Hurricanes All-Star center Eric Staal, the team announced.


Several vehicles were burglarized at two locations in Bonita Springs between Friday night and Saturday morning, according to Lee County Sheriff's Office reports.

Several vehicles burglarized in Bonita Springs


A Leominster man who cooperated with the government was sentenced yesterday in US District Court to time served.


Three Autry Technology Center graphic arts students recently won a statewide competition of the national student organization SkillsUSA.


Oliver Turvey has agreed a deal to race in GP2, Formula One's 'feeder formula', next season.

Oliver Turvey agrees deal to race in GP2 next season


Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray Sunday night formally anointed grandson Aditya into politics by presenting him a ceremonial sword as a crowd of over 200,000 cheered lustily.

Bal Thackeray anoints grandson Aditya into politics


A Wonder Woman TV show has been announced, but can it beat the original?


Wholesale trade sales picked up in the December quarter, recovering from a fall in the September quarter, according to official figures.


Food imports to Dubai rose to 18 per cent in 2011 at 6.7 million tonnes compared to 5.6 million tonnes in 2010 from 151 countries, said Hussain Nasser Lootah, Director General of Dubai Municipality.

Food import to Dubai rises by 18 per cent


A Jordanian suicide bomber who blew himself up at a US base in Afghanistan killing eight, including seven CIA operatives had said the 'jihadists' must carry out revenge attacks inside and outside the US to avenge the killing of Pak-Taliban leader Baitullah Mehsud.

Jihadists must carry out revenge attacks:


Rahul Dravid struck a determined 191 on Monday to put India in a winning position on the third day of the third and final test against New Zealand.

Dravid's 191 puts India in winning position


Actress-singer Kristin Chenoweth was injured on the set of TV series 'The Good Wife' when she was hit by a piece of lighting equipment while she was shooting a scene.


The Vatican believes in aliens with souls and is willing to convert them to Christianity.


The 80-year-old Queenslander's glamorous 98-footer yesterday proved it was the best boat in Australian waters by winning an unprecedented fourth consecutive Sydney-Hobart line honours title.


The latest recipient is starting right guard David DeCastro who was named a freshman All-American.


Nikon's next Coolpix compact camera could well run Google's Android operating system and might even be with us as early as 22 August.

Next Nikon Coolpix compact camera will run Android


A Santa Cruz-based electric motorcycle manufacturer, Zero Motorcycles, raised another $2.4 million in private equity, according to a new SEC filing.

All electric bike makers, Zero Motorcycles, raise another $2.4 million


Tejaswini said she could have broken the world record but nerves got the better of her in the last shot.


Conservative MP Michael Fallon is set to replace John Hayes as the Energy Minister in what is believed to be part of a mini reshuffle by David Cameron.

Michael Fallon to replace John Hayes as Energy Minister


The Guyana Power and Light in collaboration with the Ministry of Health has declared all facilities of the utility company throughout the country smoke free environments.

Guyana Power and Light declares all facilities smoke free


ALBION, NY-An Orleans County animal shelter has shut down and its nearly 100 animals were turned over to the Humane Society of Greater Rochester following a law enforcement investigation into conditions at the shelter.


The latest winter storm to hit Britain began early on Tuesday morning, with heavy rains and snow leading to power failures, floods and treacherous road conditions.


The figures show that overall recorded crime fell by 11 per cent in the north east between 2006/07 and 2007/08 -- with crime levels in the Northumbria Police force area falling by 15 per cent.


A piece of space debris narrowly missed the International Space Station on Tuesday in a rare incident that forced the six-member crew to scramble to their rescue craft, space agency officials said.

Debris narrowly misses international space station


How does a parent develop such personal character and instill such a work and achievement ethic in a child?

How do you instill a 'work ethic' in your child?


A new 130 billion euro bailout deal 'binds Greece to euro' and will shield the country from default, the finance minister says.


Adam Lambert insists he is no ``puppet'', and he is having a big input into the creation of his debut album.


Media company Thomson Reuters Corp. on Tuesday said it will offer $1.75 billion in notes, in an offering expected to close Friday.

Thomson Reuters offers $1.75 billion in notes


The Philadelphia archdiocese suspended 21 Roman Catholic priests yesterday, clergy who were named as child molestation suspects in a scathing grand jury report released last month.

Philadelphia archdiocese suspends priests


A 57-year-old Mammoth Spring woman is in custody after allegedly shooting her husband in the chest early Monday, Jan. 3.

Mammoth Spring woman allegedly shoots husband


Team Anna on Thursday night claimed that the BJP is supporting the Jan Lokpal Bill.


A spokeswoman for the Columbus airport says low-cost carrier Skybus Airlines is ceasing operations.


The Powerball jackpot has grown to $550 million this afternoon.


Former Arizona State defensive end Derrick Rodgers is now pursuing an acting career.

Arizona State's Derrick Rodgers pursuing acting career


``Twilight'' star, and ex-boyfriend of Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner attended Comic-Con in San Diego, California on July 21st.

Taylor Lautner attends Comic-Con in San Diego, California


Hong Kong business tycoon Li Ka-shing, chairman of Cheung Kong Ltd, raised his stake in Cheung Kong to 41.50% from the previous 41.47%, according to a statement the property developer filed with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.


Syracuse University Athletic Director Dr. Daryl Gross announced Sunday afternoon that Greg Robinson has been fired as head football coach.

Greg Robinson fired as su football coach


How to tell him that you're just not that into him without looking like a jerk.

How to tell him you're just not that into him


Articles in the press and on the Internet have warned that underarm antiperspirants or deodorants cause breast cancer.

Can antiperspirants or deodorants cause breast cancer?


Young hits slam, Colon goes 5 as A's beat Brewers Kyle Lohse is joining Milwaukee's pitching staff at just the right time.


A woman was killed this evening when her car was struck by a train on tracks in Clintonville.


Employers may be forced to pay for migrant workers' English lessons, Communities Secretary Hazel Blears indicated today.

Employers should pay for migrant workers' English lessons - Blears


An ``extraordinary'' skeleton of a woman, who lived in the early Bronze Age, was found buried in a seated position, during an archaeological survey before the planned construction of a high-speed train track in central Germany.According to a report in National Geographic News, the woman's skeleton was found near the town of Bad Lauchstadt and is one of several burials found so far during the dig, which runs from September 2008 to June 2010.

'Extraordinary' skeleton of woman from early Bronze Age found


A grass fire on the south side of Lake Hefner was intentionally set in three places this morning, according to fire radio reports.

Grass fire on south side of Lake Hefner intentionally set this morning


European stocks lost ground in early trading Monday, with Philips Electronics dropping 3.5% after the group offered a cautious outlook for the rest of the year.


The British government has 'Whitelisted' gaming jurisdictions that are considered to be safe to entrust your money to.

British government whitelists gaming jurisdictions


Countless young women, many still in their teens and knowing little else than life at home with their parents, continue to disappear into thin air in the Mexican border town of Juarez.

Women continue to disappear into thin air in Juarez


Hull and the East Riding has avoided the severe weather which battered parts of Britain.

Hull and East Riding to 'avoid severe weather'


WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. -- ''Star Trek'' star George Takei is ready to ''live long and prosper'' with his partner of 21 years.

George Takei to 'live long and prosper' with partner


CNH Global NV, a global leader in the agricultural and construction equipment business, has acquired full ownership of L&T --

CNH Global NV acquires full ownership of L&T --


Food poisoning claimed 258 lives in China last year, up 31.6 percent year-on-year, the Ministry of Health said on Wednesday.

Food poisoning claims 258 lives in China last year


The Indonesian ambassador to Nigeria, Sudirman Haseng, has said that Nigeria can overcome the difficult security challenges that it is currently facing.

Nigeria'll overcome security challenges --


India's Mahindra Group on Tuesday signed a strategic pact with US telecom equipment maker Cisco Systems to provide a range of industry-specific offerings in areas that include smart cities, virtual dealership, sports and entertainment and cloud services.

Mahindra Group signs pact with Cisco Systems


The European Union has awarded FIGARO, an international Consortium led by Netafim Ltd , €6 million to develop new precision technologies to improve irrigation management to increase water productivity in major water-demanding crops.

European Union awards FIGARO consortium €6 million for new precision technologies to improve irrigation management


Our sister station KRCG reports that at an afternoon news conference, Governor Jay Nixon announced everyone is now accounted for on the Joplin missing list.


The White Stripes release a new album and documentary following them on their Canadian tour.

The White Stripes release new album and documentary


The operator of Walgreens says it will cut 1,000 jobs this year, or about 9 percent of corporate management, through a combination of voluntary buyouts and layoffs.


Chinese digital media and Internet advertising operator Focus Media has launched its new interactive out-of-home displays and accompanying discount cards in seven cities, namely Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Nanjing, Hangzhou, and Chengdu.

Focus Media launches new interactive displays


At an otherwise enjoyable presentation on Oct. 9 at Eastern Connecticut State University, the celebrated author Wally Lamb casually summarized our religious heritage when he said the Old Testament is about retribution, whereas the New Testament is about redemption.

Disputes idea Old Testament is about retribution


The start of the election campaign ahead of Mozambique's general and provincial elections, scheduled for 28 October, was marred by serious acts of violence on Sunday morning when a gang of youths, apparently consisting of supporters of the ruling Frelimo Party, attacked and looted an office of the opposition Mozambique Democratic Movement in the southern province of Gaza.

Start of election campaign marred by violence


President Asif Ali Zardari dismissed speculation that he was about to resign or settle abroad, saying he would soon return to the country, state-run Pakistan Television reported Friday.


TMX Group Inc. will cut 85 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, as it consolidates its operations, the owner of the stock exchanges in Toronto and Montreal announced today.


A US journalist jailed in Iran has been freed from prison after an appeals court suspended her eight year jail sentence...

US journalist jailed in Iran freed from prison


An arrest warrant has been issued after a man had part of his ear bitten off in a bar fight in East Lothian.

Warrant issued after man has part of ear bitten off at bar


Cuban leader Fidel Castro once again visited the National Aquarium in Havana, this time accompanied by US journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, who writes for The Atlantic;

Fidel Castro visits National aquarium with Jeffrey Goldberg


Fayrewood has ended takeover talks with North Atlantic Value LLP which could have led to the company being bought.


Vince Cable has declared war on Rupert Murdoch indicating that he would seek to block the media tycoon taking over BSkyB.

Vince Cable declares war on Rupert Murdoch


BioShock creator Ken Levine has said he has no desire to make a movie on the franchise.

'BioShock' creator Ken Levine has 'no desire' for movie


Tibet reopened to foreign tourists on Wednesday, three months after the Chinese government banned such visits in the wake of violent anti-government riots and protests that tainted the image of the country ahead of the Olympics.


Americans are searching more for homes out of state, according to a recent Trulia study.

Americans searching for home out of state


Michael Clarke Duncan, often associated with the phrase ``gentle giant,'' has died Monday after a July 13 heart attack at the age of 54.

Michael Clarke Duncan dies of heart attack


Saturday marks the date of the second annual What's In Your Attic charity auction in support of McNally House.


The brewer of Samuel Adams beer is recalling selected bottles of beer after brewers in Cincinnati found grains of glass in bottles.

Beer recalled after brewers find glass in bottles


ACT police have named Canberra shooting victims as Gregory Peter Carrigan and Richard John Roberts.


A FLINT man who tried to headbutt a police officer was warned he could have gone to prison.

FLINT man tried to headbutt police officer


Cattaraugus County Sheriffs say that an Amish teen was arrested early this morning and faces multiple charges following a buggy chase.


eResearch has posted two Analyst Articles, entitled Three Bad Bears and Junior Resource Management.


Oil prices recovered slightly on Tuesday after sliding a day earlier on concerns about energy demand amid a stumbling US economy.


Boston Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz was released from a Boston hospital after treatment for esophagitis, which had caused internal bleeding.

Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz is released from Boston hospital


A 22-year-old Lansing man who admitted shooting another man in the back as he tried to run from a confrontation was sentenced today to 22 years and 11 months to 46 years in prison.

Lansing man sentenced to 22 to 46 years in prison


Sunjay Dutt who was in Bahamas shooting for a new movie, Blue, spent six special days bonding with his daughter Trishala.

Sunjay Dutt bonds with daughter Trishala


Chicken pox is on the rise here in the Valley and throughout the state, seeing a big increase in the last two years.

Chicken pox is on the rise in the Valley


Caption Mila Kunis attends the Marine Corps Ball in Greenville, NC with Sgt. Scott Moore

Mila Kunis attends Marine Corps Ball in North Carolina


Afghan and US-led coalition troops killed 32 Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan, including some who dressed as women in an attempt to escape, the US military said on Saturday.

Coalition troops kill 32 Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan


Alberta has the lowest ratio of unemployed people to job vacancies in the country, according to Statistics Canada.

Alberta has lowest ratio of unemployed people to job vacancies


The image of a park sign that said, ``Jews and dogs not allowed,'' was one of the many curbs to civil rights in Germany in the lead up to the Second World War that left a permanent mark on Herb Goldstein, and reinforced his hatred for the Nazi regime.


A Russian lesbian couple was denied a marriage license by an embarassed-looking government official Tuesday, just days ahead of a banned gay pride parade in Moscow.

Russian lesbian couple denied marriage license


A Gadsden woman has been indicted by a federal grand jury for one count of wire fraud and one count of making false statements on a mortgage application to a financial institution.

Gadsden woman indicted by federal grand jury


Soft drinks outperformed alcoholic drinks in the licensed trade in 2008, even though sales dropped four per cent to £2.3bn.

Soft drinks outperforming alcoholic drinks


Mark Cavendish will miss the Tour of Britain after it was announced he will compete in the Tour of Missouri, which takes place at the same time.


Bill and Josie Jenn of Newton will be honored for their 40th wedding anniversary with a reception/dance/dinner on Saturday at the VFW in Newton.

Jenns to be honored for 40th anniversary


Giants, Zito send Cardinals to 1-0 loss The World Series trophy appeared out of an entrance in center field in the arms of Giants manager Bruce Bochy.


Davide Petrucci has told MUTV that he hopes to use his loan to Peterborough as a platform to the first team.

Petrucci hoping to use loan as a platform to the first team


DCT Industrial Trust Inc. ®, a leading industrial real estate company, today announced it has executed a 505,000 square foot lease in Building 1 at Southern California Logistics Airport in the Inland Empire submarket of Southern California.

DCT Industrial Trust Inc.® executes 505,000 square foot lease at Southern California Logistics Airport


Former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling asked Rhode Island for additional help to save his video game company Wednesday, prompting state leaders to consider whether the firm is viable enough to justify further investment.

Schilling asks ri for additional help to save video company


Dumas, however, may be watching his trial via closed-circuit TV from another courtroom.

Defendant may be watching trial from another courtroom


Pregnant Danielle Lloyd has revealed that she feared the worst after she was rushed to hospital last week and doctors said they couldn't find her unborn baby's heartbeat.

'They couldn't find my baby's heartbeat':


GLORIOUS sunny weather over the weekend saw residents fill a garden recycling facility in Newbury to the brim.

Residents fill garden recycling facility


New US research indicates that eating oranges and grapefruits could reduce the risk of stroke because they are rich in a type of antioxidant known as flavonoids.

Oranges and grapefruit can reduce the risk of stroke


THE Coffs Coast business community has a busy year ahead as operators explore opportunities to boost economic growth and prosperity in the region.


The Texas Rangers agreed to terms with 13 of their younger players on contracts for 2012 Monday, leaving just eight members of the 40-man roster still unsigned.

Texas Rangers agree to terms with 13 players


Katherine Heigl has a big new movie coming out, ``One For the Money,'' in which she's the main star, but she seems open to returning to ``Grey's Anatomy'' to play Dr. Izzie Stevens.

Katherine Heigl open to returning to 'Grey's Anatomy'


The report, ``Why Sustainability is now the Key Driver of Innovation,'' lays out five stages for successfully adopting corporate sustainability.

The five stages of adopting corporate sustainability


Bollywood playback singer Sonu Nigam, who is a huge fan of late pop legend Michael Jackson, said he is working on a tribute for Jackson with his brother Jermaine Jackson.

Sonu Nigam working on tribute to Michael Jackson


WASHINGTON -DC United added its second South American player in as many days Wednesday, signing Colombian defender Gonzalo Martinez, and a third apparently is on the way.

United sign Colombian defender Martinez;


Nokia Siemens plans to manufacture 3G base stations at its plant in Chennai and bring in 3G-specific research and development projects to its facility in Bengaluru.

Nokia Siemens to manufacture 3G base stations in Chennai


Los Angeles, June 23 Socialite Nicole Richie is launching a new fragrance by the name Nicole, featuring amber, cashmere woods and vanilla smells.


The passenger rail service is now so popular amid soaring gas prices, it fears it soon won't have enough trains to meet demand.

Popular Amtrak fears it won't meet demands


Dangerous dogs are being bred by young men as a business asset in drug deals, debt collection and for their gang image, according to research published today.


Wednesday, the Statistics Portugal announced that the consumer price index or CPI rose 0.2% year-on-year in February, faster than the 0.1% growth in the previous month.

Portugal consumer price inflation rises in February


For the seventh time LAN Airlines is chosen Best Airline in Central/ South America and the Caribbean by the Official Airline Guide.

LAN airlines is chosen best Airline in Central / South America and the Caribbean


Wolves today put striker Sam Vokes up for sale as boss Stale Solbakken looked to continue his Molineux overhaul.


Gold prices declined on weaker demand and dealers expect volatility to persist with a firming US dollar weighing on sentiment.


Daniel Mojsov; photo: dnevnik.com.mkAccording to a reliable source, Partizan is pressing hard to capture the signature of Macedonian defender Daniel Mojsov.


Jockey Corey Nakatani will ride Dublin in the Grade 2, $300,000 Rebel at Oaklawn next Saturday, said D. Wayne Lukas, who trains the horse.


Xerox Corp., the world's largest maker of high-speed color printers, said it's buying Affiliated Computer Services Inc. for $6.4 billion, extending its reach in the services market.

Xerox to buy Affiliated Computer for $6.4 billion


COMPANIES across Chester could soon pay their business rates to the council under radical new plans.

Companies may pay business rates to council


Hundreds of people showed up to shovel snow at Lambeau Field ahead of Sunday's playoff game between the Giants and Packers.

Hundreds show up to shovel snow at Lambeau Field


Tony Marryatt has defended his $68,000 pay rise amid calls for the Christchurch City Council's chief executive to reject the 14.4 per cent pay increase.


Singer Mary J. Blige has come to the rescue of a Harlem School of Arts with promises to keep funds coming in so the school will not be closed.

Mary J. Blige comes to the rescue of Harlem school of Arts


Australian Defense Force Chief David Hurley says that an Australian special forces soldier has been killed in Afghanistan.

Australian soldier killed in Afghanistan


Lady GaGa announced via Twitter that she's set to perform on American Idol on May 5th!


The local ski spot, Pebble Creek, doesn't traditionally open until after Christmas, but on Sunday, guest services director Dana Crist said Pebble could open as early as December 4.


Colombo, Sun Mar 24 2013, 01:08 hrs Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa has criticised the US-sponsored UNHRC resolution against his country and said the such ``attacks would not defeat or intimidate us''.


London, Feb 8 : ``Twilight'' star Robert Pattinson has revealed he found his sex scenes with Uma Thurman in new movie ``Bel Ami'' ``disturbing'' because her character uses sex as a ``weapon''.

Pattinson found sex scenes with Thurman 'disturbing'


Minutes after the school year ended on Friday, Patch asked students how they were spending their summer vacation.


Mr Mahama Ayariga, Minister for Information and Media Relations, yesterday gave the assurance that government would provide the needed financial support for Ghanaian students studying abroad on government scholarship.

Government to support students studying abroad


PICAYUNE, Miss. ― Family members say a Picayune, Miss., soldier has died while visiting friends in Mandeville, La.


Armonk, NY-based IBM has reportedly laid off nearly 2,600 US workers at a variety of its locations, according to a union Web site tracking the cuts.

IBM reportedly laying off 2,600 US workers


Max Sica threatened to kill his girlfriend's father just five months before he murdered her and her two siblings, a court has been told.


Zooey Deschanel likes intelligent men who make her laugh.


Saudi judo athlete, whose participation in the Olympics was doubtful due to the ``hijab'' issue, gets a green signal from authorities.


Jens Voigt confirmed today that he has renewed with the RadioShack-Nissan team through the 2013 season.


Teen Bride, Courtney Stodden, and her much older husband, Doug Hutchison, turned some heads over the weekend with their choice of Halloween costumes.

Teen bride Courtney Stodden and Doug Hutchison turn heads in Halloween costumes


Consumers will pay a little more for coffee and chocolate to ensure the farmers who produce those foods get a fair wage, so why not ask them to pay more for milk?


European secondary aluminium prices fell again on Friday but the downtrend has slowed in a quiet market.

European secondary aluminium falls again but downtrend slows


In a year where NYU saw a record number of applicants, the university saw its yield rate increase two percent.

University yield rate increases two percent


Children from various educational institutes of twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad on Monday held colorful cultural activities at Pakistan National Council of the Arts to show their solidarity with Kashmiris.


-Cuba will use its teaching force rationally, to preserve its achievements and raise the quality of education, said Education Vice Minister Rolando Forneiro.

Cuba to use its teaching force rationally


Iran has successfully sent its first domestically made satellite into orbit, state radio reported Tuesday, another development in the country's ambitious space program that has worried many international observers.


Jose Contreras limited the Orioles to just one run in seven innings to pick up the win on Wednesday night.


Former Congress general secretary Margaret Alva was on Thursday admitted to AIIMS after she suffered injuries during her recent visit to Karnataka.


An SUV was swallowed by a muddy sinkhole on Tuesday after it crashed into a fire hydrant in Lexington.

SUV swallowed by muddy sinkhole after crash


WINNER Wilson Kipsang hailed the ``fantastic'' Great North Run crowds who cheered him on in a dramatic sprint finish at the South Shields finish line.

Winner hails 'fantastic' Great North Run crowds


Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin will attend the Beijing Olympics opening ceremony on August 8, Russia's foreign minister said on Monday.

Putin to attend Beijing Olympics opening ceremony


Fire departments from Corte Madera, Kentfield, Larkspur, Ross, Ross Valley and the College of Marin are offering joint community emergency response training July 8, 10 and 17.

Fire departments offer response training


An assistant fire chief pleaded guilty Friday in Bennington Superior Court Criminal Division to mishandling donated emergency light bars.

Assistant fire chief pleads guilty to mishandling donated lights


PROPERTY cycles are hard to predict, but the Government will try to avoid boom-bust cycles, said Finance Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam yesterday.


The Commission marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month each year with a ceremony at the courthouse and other events featured to raise awareness and provide information.

Commission marks breast cancer Awareness Month


US Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell will be in Fargo on Monday, according to The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead.

Sen. minority leader Mitch McConnell to be in Fargo Monday


Diageo has opened a GBP10m cooperage in Scotland as part of plans to make its Scotch whisky operations more efficient.


Hearts are to consider an appeal over the red card given to Marius Zaliukas during Saturday's Clydesdale Bank Premier League clash against Aberdeen.


Two people died Friday after they fell into a well in northwest Delhi, police said.


Chris Carpenter won his 10th straight decision despite laboring at times, Skip Schumaker was 4 for 4 with two RBIs and the St. Louis Cardinals clobbered the Milwaukee Brewers 10-3 on Wednesday night.

Carpenter wins 10th straight decision...


The French Open final between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic was suspended in the fourth set because of rain, the first time in 39 years the tournament won't end on a Sunday.

The French Open final between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic was suspended in ...


Heartland Publications, LLC, which operates 50 paid-circulation newspapers in nine states including the Jefferson Post today announced it will complete its financial restructuring under protection of Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code.

Heartland Publications to complete financial restructuring under Chapter 11


GE, a diversified infrastructure, finance and media company, has signed a $3 billion deal to acquire Dresser, an energy infrastructure technology and service provider.

GE signs $3 billion deal to acquire Dresser


A woman found dead at her home had not been seen for more than three weeks before her body was found.

Dead woman had not been seen for three weeks


Congress passes $50.5B Superstorm Sandy aid bill 28 Jan 2013 Three months after Superstorm Sandy ravaged coastal areas in much of the Northeast, Congress on Monday sent a $50.5 billion emergency relief measure for storm victims to President Barack Obama for his signature.


An Italian bridegroom has sued his bride for 444,000 pounds as compensation for the ``emotional distress'' he went through after she jilted him at the altar.


PRIME MINISTER Kamla Persad-Bissessar yesterday assured that unlike her predecessor Patrick Manning, she would never abuse the veto power granted to her under the Constitution.


The Nebraska Democratic Party filed an ethics complaint Monday against Republican US Senate candidate Jon Bruning, claiming he failed to disclose his shared ownership of a $675,000 vacation home.

Nebraska Democratic Party files ethics complaint against Republican Senate candidate Bruning


Former teen heartthrob Leif Garrett has pleaded no contest to heroin possession in Los Angeles and will enter a drug rehab program.

Leif Garrett pleads no contest to heroin possession


Ozzy Osbourne has accepted undisclosed libel damages and an apology over a newspaper claim that he was ill at the Brit Awards.The 59-year-old rocker sued over a story in the Daily Star that alleged he had toppled over twice just before the televised ceremony and that he was moved around the awards in an electric buggy.

Ozzy Osbourne accepts libel damages and apology


Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Friday paid rich tributes to Sarabjit Singh, who died at a Pakistani hospital following a brutal attack, here at his cremation in native village.

Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Sarabjit Singh


US Sen. Kay Hagan likes the idea of expanding background checks for gun purchases, but her vote on legislation nearing the Senate floor will depend on the details, her office said Tuesday.

Sen. Kay Hagan favors expanding background checks for guns


With Martin Smith expected to miss the rest of the season with the knee injury which has hampered him all season, Penney is running out of options up front.


Greg Chalmers leads the US Bank Championship in Milwaukee at the halfway mark after rounds of 64 and 67 have him two ahead of Chris Riley, Jeff Klauk and Kris Blanks.


A Winchester Prison inmate staged a rooftop protest at the jail before he was talked down by staff.

Winchester Prison inmate stages rooftop protest


Housing prices have started to recover, approaching last year's pre-recession peak, the Canadian Real Estate Association said Monday.


Vice President of the National Bank of Kazakhstan, Daniyar Akishev, informed after the press conference in Almaty the Ministry of Finance of Kazakhstan plans to increase issue of the state securities.

Ministry of Finance to increase issue of state securities


Reuters reported that mining group Xstrata is taking a USD 1.9 billion charge for restructuring its nickel business after metal prices fell, and is taking further charges of USD 545 million for copper smeltering operations in Canada and Chile.

Xstrata takes charges for restructuring its nickel business


The number of foreign tourists to Russia dropped in 2009 by 8.5%.


Police confirm that a man was found dead on the roof of a Colorado Springs business.

Man found dead on roof of Colorado Springs business


Alexandra Burke has said that her aunt died in her arms from breast cancer three years ago.

Alexandra Burke: 'my aunt died in my arms from cancer'


Madonna used Nazi imagery, including swastikas and Adolf Hitler, during a video interlude at her concert in Israel on Thursday.


Petrolifera Petroleum Ltd. said Wednesday it has filed a preliminary short form prospectus for a financing to raise up to $50 million in an offering of units to fund exploration and reduce debt.

Petrolifera Petroleum to raise up to $50 million in offering of units


David Jones is looking to cut more costs and monitor the amount of stock it holds in reserve as it confronts the bleak outlook of flat to negative same-store sales growth in the first three-quarters of this financial year.


Algeria has closed its main border ports with Libya, in view of the fragile security situation in Sahel region and Libya, local media reported.


Consumer confidence rose just slightly in March from the record-low level it had reached in February, according to the Conference Board's monthly survey.

Consumer confidence rises slightly in March


Washington Wal-Mart is expanding a recall of Durabrand DVD players to include more than 4 million devices.

Walmart expands recall of Durabrand DVD players


A Hawke's Bay primary school teacher is due in court next month to face 15 charges of assaulting his pupils aged five to seven.

Teacher to face 15 charges of assaulting pupils


The National Weather Service issued a frost advisory from 1 am to 7 am Monday throughout much of southern Wisconsin, with the central part of the state under a freeze warning.

National weather service issues frost advisory


Michael Douglas and Matt Damon will play lovers in director Steven Soderbergh's upcoming Liberace, based on the life of the famous pianist.

Michael Douglas and Matt Damon to play lovers


More Asian institutions are offering distance education to under-served areas, reports the New York Times.

More Asian institutions offer distance education


Chinese Vice-Premier Li Keqiang will visit Hong Kong from August 16-18 to attend an economic cooperation forum as well as celebrations marking the centennial anniversary of the founding of Hong Kong University.

Vice-Premier Li Keqiang to visit Hong Kong


US stock futures pared earlier gains to trade just slightly higher ahead of housing market data, as a turn lower in European markets offset optimism following strong results from technology-giant Oracle.

US stock futures pare gains ahead of housing market data


High winds have ripped a path across southeastern North Carolina, where a woman was injured when her mobile home was destroyed.

High winds rip through through southeastern nc


Chevy Chase has quit the TV comedy ``Community'' following months of bickering about his unhappiness on the show.


A man in India has claimed the unofficial record for the most number of fingers and toes on a living person.

Man claims record number of fingers and toes


Rochester John Marshall stayed winlesss, falling in a rout to unbeaten Faribault 86-55 in Big Nine Conference boys basketball Friday.

John Marshall falls to unbeaten Faribault


Gustav strengthened into a hurricane Friday and appeared to stay on track to hit the Cayman Islands, then western Cuba before moving into the warm waters of the Gulf bound for the US coastline early next week.


Former GOP Vice President Dick Cheney is recovering from heart transplant surgery at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Northern Virginia, a spokeswoman said Saturday evening.

Dick Cheney recovering from heart transplant surgery


Three Pakistani terrorists who have completed their sentences and were soon to be deported home escaped from a Delhi hospital on Saturday, after giving immigration officials the slip, police said.

Pak terrorists escape from Delhi hospital


Three University of Toledo football players were honored Monday for their efforts in the Rockets' 63-60 loss to Northern Illinois last Tuesday at the Glass Bowl.


The Minnesota Swarm picked up their first road win of the season on Friday night as they defeated the Washington Stealth.

Minnesota Swarm pick up first road win of the season against Washington Stealth


Delhi Police have refused permission for Team Anna to hold an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar from July 25, saying the protest timing coincides with the Monsoon Session of Parliament when other outfits will also have to be accommodated at the spot.

Police refuse permission for Team Anna fast at Jantar Mantar


Cardiff has been rated the fourteenth most competitive economy in the UK, despite the Welsh economy as a whole being ranked last.

Cardiff rated fourteenth most competitive economy


Prime Minister Gordon Brown is to address both Houses of Congress when he visits Washington next week.


Somali insurgent group al-Shabaab has denied links to Australian men tied to a plot to carry out suicide bombing attacks on a military base in Sydney.

Al-Shabaab denies links to Australian plot


Prime Minister Vladimir Putin vowed Thursday to make relations with Latin America a top foreign policy priority, a pledge backed by the first Russian naval deployment to the Caribbean since the Cold War.

Putin vows to make relations with Latin America a top foreign policy priority


The Bank of England kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged for the 22nd consecutive month in December, it announced on Thursday.

Bank of England keeps benchmark interest rate unchanged


Columbia tourism officials are searching for a new slogan for South Carolina's capital city.


Ukraine's president, Viktor Yuschenko, has announced legislative elections will be delayed once more and will not be held until next year.

Elections could be delayed until next year


Standard & Poor's Ratings Services said Monday that it increased the outlooks of Coca-Cola Co. and bottlers Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. and Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Co. SA of Greece to stable from negative.

S&p increases outlooks on Coca-Cola, bottlers


Newsday > News > Breaking LIRR, subways likely to shut down for Hurricane Irene Originally published:


During the first half of the current year, the US airlines pocketed $3.8 billion in extra fees as compared with $2.3 billion in the same period last year.

US airlines pockets $3.8 billion via extra fees


Supermodel Naomi Campbell has been released on bail pending further inquiries after being arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police officer.

Naomi Campbell has been released on bail after being arrested


It means they are counting on Dez Bryant, and they are counting on him to stay healthy.


A Sahrawi human rights activist, on hunger strike in Lanzarote airport since she was expelled from Western Sahara by the Moroccan authorities, was admitted to hospital on Thursday morning as her health had deteriorated.

Sahrawi activist on hunger strike in Lanzarote airport admitted to hospital


A former Clemson official, fired three years ago amid disputes about the university's financial management, has been indicted in Greenville County on grand larceny and computer crime charges.

Former Clemson official indicted on larceny, computer crime charges


Lokayukta N. Santosh Hegde said on Thursday that corruption had permeated into all walks of life, including private sector, in the country.

Corruption has permeated into all walks of life:


when he used five black starters to win a national basketball title for Texas Western, died Sunday.


A Lebanese delegation on Sunday headed to Libya to follow up on the issue of disappearance of the Shia cleric Imam Moussa Sadr, the National News Agency reported.


Washington and Oregon biologists estimate sea lions may kill as many as 10,600 sturgeon in the lower Columbia River in 2011.

Sea lions killing sturgeon in lower Columbia River


Tina Fey brought some exciting news with her to the Oprah Winfrey Show on Wednesday: she's pregnant with her second child!


TWO cruise ships will visit Geelong in February next year, bringing thousands of tourists to Geelong and the Great Ocean Road.

Cruise ships to bring thousands of tourists to Geelong


Bob Dylan has reportedly been granted permission to play two shows in China next month following a review by officials.

Bob Dylan granted permission to play in China


The Borger family facing serious federal drug and money charges were in court Monday.

Borger family faces federal charges in court


In a recent report from Goldman Sachs, Williams Sonoma announced a share repurchase program after completing its previous $60 million authorization in 3Q2010.

Williams Sonoma announces share repurchase program


to find out what your money is worth during happy hour.


FRANCK Moussa wants to keep the Southend United fans cheering and not jeering in the first round of the Carling Cup at Cheltenham Town tonight.


The process would take about two years, but Christian activists say a marriage protection amendment is needed.

``Marriage protection amendment needed''


PREMIER Division champs Wyberton had to come from behind to earn a point against West End Tigers in this week's Saturday League...


Sri Lanka, Cricket World Cup finalists four years ago, will not take Canada lightly when they open their campaign in the 2011 edition at the newly-built Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium here Sunday.


A Brooklyn woman has filed a lawsuit claiming that an NYPD sergeant groped and sexually propositioned her during an illegal search of the apartment where she works as a live-in caregiver last year.

Brooklyn woman claims NYPD sergeant groped and propositioned her during search


India urged LTTE to ``release'' civilians, who it said numbered about 70,000 in Sri Lanka's war zone.

India urges LTTE to ``release'' civilians


In a new book on demographics set to be published next week, Jonathan V. Last writes that pets now outnumber children 4 to 1 in America.

Pets outnumber children 4 to 1 in America


Former Miss Universe Australia Rachel Finch is looking for a job that suits her.

Former Miss Universe Australia looking for a job


A WOMAN who was raped in her own home knew her attacker, police have revealed.


The Denver Broncos have signed free agent wide receiver Jason Hill.


Turkey can establish friendly relations with Armenia, Turkish Premier Recep Tayyip Erdogan told editor-in-chief of the Zhamanak newspaper released in Istanbul Ara Gochunyan, according to Turkish Hurriyet.

Turkey can establish friendly relations with Armenia - Erdogan


Hundreds of doctors around Wales have begun their first one-day industrial action in almost 40 years over NHS pensions.

Doctors begin their first industrial action in 40 years over NHS pensions


Delhi police today chargesheeted top Naxal leader Kobad Ghandy, saying he was having close links with Maoists in Nepal and was trying step up activities of banned CPI in the country.


Bank of America stock moving up and touched $3.75 trading point after 4 days.

Bank of America touched $3.75 after 4 days


JNC Energy Systems, LLC, or JNC, a generator of electricity from stranded and low quality waste or vent gas, has signed a three-year contract with a Dallas-based independent oil and gas exploration and production company, to utilize the stranded natural gas for electricity generation as the construction of a gas pipeline proved to be too costly.

JNC signs contract to utilize stranded natural gas for electricity generation


A RI Superior Court judge on Friday afternoon approved a deal resolving a contract dispute between Landmark Medical Center and Blue Cross.

Judge approves deal between Landmark Medical Center and Blue Cross


Sundance shares soar Updated: 16:58, Monday August 27, 2012 Shares in Sundance Resources have shot up by more than 11 per cent after it accepted a reduced takeover offer from China's Hanlong Mining.


``Charan is not so naïve and he posted it to evoke some fun. Actually, we were shooting at Ramoji Film City in neighbouring sets and had met up for a chat. In the course of the conversation, he jokingly asked me about it and then uploaded the same on Twitter, ``It was meant to evoke fun but it turned ballistic.''


The Valentine's Day, February 14, is celebrated Sunday in several countries of the World as the lover's Day.


Current WBO flyweight champion Omar Narváez may defend his crown for the 16th time in June in his home province of Chubut, Argentina.


Specialty mattress manufacturer Tempur-Pedic International Inc. said Thursday that it is acquiring rival Sealy Corp. for $1.3 billion in cash and debt assumption.

Tempur-Pedic acquiring rival Sealy Corp.


Pakistan's new Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has called for an end to US drone strikes in his first address since being re-elected to the post.

Nawaz Sharif calls for an end to US drone strikes


Children's Action Alliance President Dana Naimark says it is not a surprise that US Census numbers show Arizona ranking among the poorest states.

Census shows Arizona among the poorest states


Hexcel Corp. will hold a job fair from 3-7 pm Tuesday at Island Grove Regional Park, 425 N. 15th Ave., in Greeley.


An Oswegatchie man was charged Thursday by state police with third-degree burglary and fifth-degree criminal possession of stolen property.


President Alan Garcia says Peru will sign free trade pacts with Canada and Singapore on Thursday.


SPANISH banking giant Santander yesterday said it had injected £1bn into its UK subsidiary Abbey National, and later in the day confirmed it was in advanced talks to acquire US-based Sovereign Bancorp.


The recruitment industry yesterday reported that thousands of jobs await Filipino nurses and other health care workers in Guam.

Thousands of jobs await health workers in Guam


Michelle Obama and her two daughters arrived Saturday in Washington, ahead of President-elect Barack Obama who was expected to make the trip the next day.

Michelle Obama, daughters arrive in Washington


HubSpot found that although men and women have an equitable number of followers, women tend to tweet and follow more--12% and 2% more than men, respectively.


Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session softer, after a higher opening, on the back of diminishing buying support ahead of the weekend, dealers said.

Bursa Malaysia ends morning session softer


The Coast Guard assisted four people aboard the 65-foot shrimping vessel Miss Lauren, which was reported to be taking on water approximately 10 miles off Baffin Bay in the Gulf of Mexico, Sept. 25.

Coast Guard assists four people aboard shrimping vessel taking on water


Despite landing the lead role in FOX's new pilot, ``Family Album,'' Mike O'Malley assures gleeks that he has no intention of leaving ``Glee.''

Mike O'Malley has no intentions of leaving 'Glee'


Police in California will soon stop towing cars from unlicensed drivers at sobriety checkpoints.

California to stop towing unlicensed drivers


After performing with Christina Aguilera at The Voice finale Tuesday night, Pitbull turned the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles into the ``PitBowl'', taking over the venue and throwing a real party filled with A-List guests.

Pitbull turns the Hollywood Bowl into the PitBowl


Robbie Williams has claimed that he would have auditioned for The X Factor if it had been around when he was younger.


Most of us have heard the expression, 'The frontline equals the bottom line,' as it pertains to a company's employees.


An earthquake measuring 4.3 on Richter scale jolted surrounding areas of Mousian in Iranian western province of Ilam and close to Iraqi border on Tuesday evening, IRNA reported.

Earthquake jolts Mousian in Iranian western province of Ilam


Monday, June 17, 2013, 4:39 pm A central Ohio day care worker has been accused of sprinkling drugs on snacks to get children to go to sleep.

Ohio day care worker accused of drugging snacks


A new study has explained why some body organs are more susceptible to cell death than others, which could eventually lead to advances in treating or preventing heart attack or stroke.

Why some body organs are more susceptible to cell death than others


A federal judge rejected a plea deal that had called for Broadcom Corp. co-founder Henry Samueli to get probation rather than prison for his role in a stock-options backdating case that led to the largest corporate earnings restatement stemming from the scandal.


MENTAL health services in the central west need to be strengthened, according to a recent report released by the Western NSW Local Health District.

Mental health services need to be strengthened


Cognizant expects 2008 revenues to grow 38% to $2.95 billion compared with $2.13 billion it grossed in 2007.


Lee University has accepted maintenance of the garden strip that is often viewed as the entrance to downtown Cleveland.

Lee University accepts maintenance of the garden strip


England off-spinner Graeme Swann was on Saturday reprimanded for breach of ICC Code of Conduct by kicking stumps in frustration and dislodging the bails during the second day of the second Test against India.


A new 50p tax rate for top earners has come into force at the start of the financial year.


BERKSHIRE Hathaway Chairman Warren Buffett said today he has been diagnosed with stage I prostate cancer.

Warren Buffett diagnosed with prostate cancer


Los Lobos, the Grammy-winning East LA band, announces the release of their brand new studio album, Tin Can Trust, to hit streets on August 3, 2010.

Los Lobos announces new album, ``Tin Can Trust''


GERMAN anatomists plan a new show dedicated solely to dead bodies having sex as part of the Body Worlds exhibitions.

Show dedicated to dead bodies having sex


Rafael Nadal extended his unbeaten streak on clay to a remarkable 37 matches on Saturday as he overcame Roger Federer in the semi-finals of the Madrid Open.


Budget clothing brand Primark is becoming one of the most searched for terms online, says Ask Jeeves, reflecting the effects of the economic downturn.

'Primark' one of the most searched terms online


Rangers manager Walter Smith paid tribute to Steven Whittaker after he claimed his 11th goal of the season to set the Scottish champions on their way to a 2-0 win over Kilmarnock in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League.


ANZ Bank will drop its fixed interest mortgage rates for new customers by up to 0.2 per cent from Monday.


Cricketer-turned-politician Vinod Kambli, who is contesting the Maharashtra assembly elections from Vikhroli in Mumbai will ask his childhood friend and Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar to campaign for him.

I will ask Tendulkar to campaign for me:


A Utah State player collapses at practice on Tuesday as he is rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition, leaving his team in limbo for what will happen next.


Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov conversed with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway Jonas Gahr Store on the sidelines of the Second Ministerial Meeting of the Northern Dimension in Oslo on November 1.

Russia - Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov converses with Norwegian Foreign Minister Jonas Gahr Store


Thieves dug up a woman's driveway last week before escaping with £12,000 worth of antique stone slabs.


Gerard Butler has revealed that he admires Jennifer Aniston and thinks she has the ``best legs in Hollywood''.


McGoohan, the Emmy-winning actor who created and starred in ``The Prisoner,'' has died at 80.


New Delhi, Feb 13 France is connecting to India with new arts projects from Indian cultural sensitivities at the ongoing three-month long Bonjour festival in 16 Indian cities.

French connecting with Indian sensitivities


Specifically, I'll look at the Canadian-US bond spreads, which tell an interesting tale of Fed purchases and US deficit fears.


British Columbia, a province of Canada, is going to launch the first online casino within the country by 2010.

British Columbia launching online casino in 2010


An unemployed father shot dead at his home near Maidstone was unlawfully killed, an inquest has found.

Father shot dead at home 'unlawfully killed'


The bomb squad was sent into a downtown Pueblo parking garage after a woman found dynamite and brought it to the police department in her car.

Bomb squad sent to downtown Pueblo garage


Timothy Bradley defeats Lamont Peterson by UD at the Agua Caliente Casino in Rancho Mirage, California Saturday night and retains the WBO light welterweight title.


The Libyan people are clearly sending as strong a message as they are capable of doing that it is time for (Moammar) Gadhafi to go.


Kroger Co. has announced a recall of a wide variety of pet food on fears that the products could contain aflatoxin, a substance produced by certain fungi that can grow on grains and become incorporated in finished food products which poses a health risk to pets.

Kroger announces a recall of a wide variety of pet Food


Denny Hamlin won again at Pocono, pulling away from teammate Kyle Busch following a late restart Sunday in the 500-mile race at the massive 2.5-mile oval.


Spanish tenor Placido Domingo has announced he plans to leave the Washington National Opera when his contract expires next year.

Placido Domingo to leave Washington National Opera


PARIS -Marseille midfielder Morgan Amalfitano has been called up to the France squad for Wednesday's friendly in Germany.

Morgan Amalfitano called up to France squad


Government says it is glad that the human resource crisis in the health sector is being eased in the country.

Human resource crisis in health is being eased --


Angela Simmons, the second daughter of legendary rapper Joseph Simmons, continues to diversify her resume, launching a new hair extension line for women.


A LANDLORD allegedly raped a tenant and then threatened her with eviction if she didn't allow him to have sex with her A jury at Bolton Crown Court heard how Anthony McClarence, who owns several properties, visited the 23-year-old woman at the home she and her boyfriend rented from him.


Shanghai, China, August 3, 2009 The international automotive supplier Continental is to build a new production plant for its three Automotive Divisions Chassis&Safety, Powertrain and Interior in Jiading Industrial Zone, Shanghai.

Continental to build new production plant in Shanghai


Pakistani girls may be getting hooked to smoking as early as 15 years, says a new study.


E-coli has been found in Australian beef, sparking a health scare in the United States.


Africa's deadliest malaria parasite has shown resistance in lab tests to one of the most powerful drugs on the market -- a warning of possible resistance to follow in patients, scientists said Friday.

Deadly malaria parasite has shown resistance to one of the most powerful drugs on the market


Two gas pipelines were blown up in Dera Bugti area of Balochistan on Monday.


Japan and the European Union on Monday agreed to launch Free Trade Agreement talks in an effort to create a trading bloc covering about one-third of world' s gross domestic product, according to local media.


Lea Michele stated that she met Madonna t the Academy Awards.


The US Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of a particular brand of stadium light pole Thursday.

US Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls stadium light pole


NSW Premier Morris Iemma is about to be sacked at a meeting of state Labor caucus, according to reliable sources.

NSW Premier Morris Iemma about to be sacked


Archer Daniels Midland Company today announced it has acquired three grain elevators in Slovakia from the companies Palma Group as and Polnonakup Hont as The new assets are ADM's first in the country.

ADM acquires three grain elevators in Slovakia


Animal cruelty charges have been dismissed against a Santa Barbara woman who had 430 animals on her property.


Buffalo police are releasing surveillance photos of an armed robbery at the Big Basha clothing store located in the 800 block of Jefferson Avenue.


Centre Graeme Morrison will make his 100th Magners League start for Glasgow Warriors on Friday when the Warriors face Llanelli Scarlets in the Magners League at the Parc Y Scarlets.

Morrison to make 100th Magners League start


Vijay Singh withdrew from the Houston Open on Thursday with a back injury, the second time in three weeks that it's flared up.


European stock index futures pointed to a higher start on Monday, tracking gains in Asian stocks on a US plan to help financial institutions get rid of troubled assets that have crippled their balance sheets.

EUROPE stock index futures point to high


The Hawkeyes won six of 10 bouts to extend their conference winning streak to 39 straight duals.


US HOME foreclosures have dropped for the first time in four years as the economy recovered from a brutal recession triggered by a mortgage meltdown, a real estate data company said on Thursday.


``Vendors of Osh bazaar are going to rally against metropolitan government in Kyrgyzstan,'' a secretary general of the Patriotic Party of Kyrgyzstan, Nazarbek Nyshanov, told 24.kg news agency.

Vendors of Osh bazaar are going to rally against metropolitan government in Kyrgyzstan --


Toronto MarliesThe Toronto Maple Leafs announced Monday that defenceman Jake Gardiner has been recalled from the Toronto Marlies of the American Hockey League.

Jake Gardiner recalled from Toronto Marlies


A car crashed through the front window of a Marion store this morning.

Car crashes through window of Marion store


The Star Tribune is cutting about 100 jobs as Minnesota's largest newspaper further trims costs after emerging from bankruptcy protection.


Tata Sons Chairman Ratan Tata on Saturday welcomed his successor-designate Cyrus Mistry in the steel city of Jamshedpur on the occasion of 173rd birth anniversary of Tata Steel's founder Jamsetji Tata in Jharkhand.


The 31-year-old, who will walk the ramp seven months after she gave birth to her son, said her daughter is already a pro at modelling, reported US magazine.

My daughter is already a pro at modelling:


``Employers make the best trainers for youth. They provide an environment that enables a young person to learn practical skills and gain the confidence to participate in the workforce.''


This month, Panera Bread is celebrating the 10th Anniversary of its Pink Ribbon Bagel, the ribbon-shaped bagel that supports local breast cancer charities with each sale.

Panera Bread celebrates 10th Anniversary of Pink Ribbon Bagel


A young burn victim has returned home to Carlsbad after weeks of treatment in a Texas hospital.

Young burn victim returns home to Carlsbad


A 25-YEAR-OLD man was attacked as he waited in the queue at a takeaway outlet in High Wycombe.


A woman has been arrested over the stabbing death of a man at a house on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula.


Team New Zealand has suffered damage to its AC45 after a collision with Luna Rossa on the second day of racing in the America's Cup World Series regatta in Naples.


Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital have identified commensal bacteria in the human intestine that produce a neurotransmitter that may play a role in preventing or treating inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease.

Researchers identify commensal bacteria in the human intestine


Jennifer Lopez gave birth early Friday to twins, making the pop star and actress a first-time mom.


ASX-listed NextDC has successful raised $33.6 million, to be used to fund Sydney property acquisition and the expansion of existing properties.

NextDC raises $33.6 million to fund Sydney property acquisition


San Antonio law firm Oppenheimer, Blend, Harrison and Tate Inc. will merge with Strasburger & Price LLP to create the city's fourth-largest firm with more than 40 attorneys locally, the two firms announced Friday.


The American army has officially ended its war in Iraq with the furling and covering of its military flag at a ceremony in Baghdad.


Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is to resume flights to Colombo, Sri Lanka, starting in January 2010.

Etihad Airways resumes flights to Sri Lanka


Heroin and cocaine addicts on treatment programmes are given drugs as a reward for clean urine samples.


Police are looking for a white fibre glass boat that is believed to be drifting towards Kadavu.


The Cheboygan County drain commissioner who drew attention as a Central Michigan University student for his clashes with university administrators is facing a campaign finance violation complaint.

Cheboygan Co. drain commissioner faces complaint


All commercial banks will open all their Bangkok branches on Monday, except the branches damaged by rioters, chairman of the Thai Bankers Association and president of Kasikorn Bank Prasarn Trairatvorakul said on Friday.


A man was killed and another injured on Tuesday when an oil tanker overturned near Chakra Road in Westridge police area while two women were kidnapped in separate incidents.

Man killed as tanker overturns; two women kidnapped


A roadside bomb attack killed three Nato troops in eastern Afghanistan, one of the deadliest flashpoints in the 10-year war against Taliban insurgents, the military said on Wednesday.


Spider Man star James Franco has joined the cast of General Hospital, according to reports.


A water study committee says Barrow County will run short of drinkable water by 2020 if the county government doesn't start planning soon to increase the supply.

Study says Barrow will run short of water by 2020


Former Underoath drummer Aaron Gillespie has posted a new song, set to feature on the musician's forthcoming solo album.


A court here today issued summons against activist-turned-politician Arvind Kejriwal on a criminal defamation case filed against him by the political advisor of Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit for allegedly making ``baseless'' allegations against her.

Court issues summons against Arvind Kejriwal in defamation case


Birthday wishes are in order for Kendall Jenner, who turns 16 today.


Multiple reports suggest an OC Transpo driver separated a mother from her daughter in the city's west end on Wednesday.

OC Transpo driver separates mother from daughter:


Woodbridge First Selectman Edward Maum Sheehy died suddenly on Monday, according to a statement on the town's Web site and from state officials, and services are planned for this weekend.


Inquiries are continuing into a fatal crash near Bathurst, in the state's Central West, yesterday.

Inquiries continue into fatal crash near Bathurst


The Israeli army was on Sunday set to exhume bodies of Hezbollah fighters ahead of a prisoner swap with the Shiite Lebanese movement in exchange for two captured Israeli soldiers, officials said.

Israel set to exhume bodies of Hezbollah fighters before swap


MartinLogan, the name synonymous with electrostatic speakers, is celebrating its 25th anniversary by launching the flagship CLX speaker.

Martinlogan celebrates 25th anniversary with flagship CLX speakers


Governor Zaldy Ampatuan of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will focus on ``at least eight priority areas'' in his State of the Region Address on Monday Ampatuan, the fifth governor in the 18-year old ARMM, began his second three-year term on September 30.

Ampatuan to focus on eight priority areas in his State of region Address Monday


After a lengthy negotiation, the WWE has signed on with WGN to debut WWE Superstars this April.


An increased demand for its services has led Jet Airways Konnect, Jet Airways' new all-economy service, to enhance its services to over 100 flights daily, with the introduction of four additional Boeing 737-800 aircraft in a phased manner, effective June 16, 2009.

Jet Airways Konnect to enhance services to over 100 flights daily


Britney Spears' ex-husband Kevin Federline is not likely to be starring in the Broadway version of Legally Blonde after all.

Kevin Federline will not be starring in the Broadway version of Legally Blonde


A new trial date has been set for a Taylorsville police officer charged with misdemeanor negligent homicide.

New trial date set for Taylorsville police officer


US President Barack Obama on Monday ordered that all official US flags be lowered to half mast to mark the funeral of Neil Armstrong, the astronaut who planted the Stars and Stripes on the Moon.

President Obama orders flags at half mast for astronaut Armstrong


A gunman opened fire during services Sunday at a northern New Jersey church, injuring three people, one of them critically, authorities said.


Red Bull New York announced today that it has waived midfielder David Roth.


Thousands of Thai protesters surrounded parliament Monday in an effort to prevent lawmakers from meeting in what they say is their final push in a six-month campaign against the government.


Normal cost cutting measures for struggling publications have included staff cuts, print cutbacks and content sharing, but the Wall Street Journal have just announced that they are closing down their research library.

Wall Street Journal closes research library


A WATER company has admitted responsibility for a chemical spill in a river that killed thousands of fish.

Water company admits responsibility for chemical spill


Wall Street shares have slumped as a disappointing report on US home sales rekindled economic fears and prompted investors to push the market lower for a second straight session.


A petrol station could be closed down to make way for new light industrial workshops if a planning application is given the green light.


Kanpur Aug 3 A minor was shot dead allegedlyby the owner of a ration shop over a petty quarrel inBhoginpur area of the district, police sources said today.


A 38-year-old Orange woman was sentenced Wednesday to more than 17 years in federal prison for federal firearms violations.

Orange woman sentenced to 17 years in prison


Former Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Stephen Oronsaye, has disclosed that current civil service pension reform, which he embarked upon during his 17 months in office, saved the Federal Government about N1 billion monthly.


As the markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India recently mentioned that FIIs and sub-accounts are not complying with the guidelines specified by the body on the 15th of April, it is to be mentioned here that most of the FIIs present in India as of date are now complying with the new norms in their structure.


HOLLYWOOD glamour pair Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have bought a house together.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds buy house together


A TEENAGER left a 'trail of destruction' to scores of parked cars on two residential city streets.


United Nations Mission in Nepal chief Karin Landgren has said that the present peace process of Nepal has made progress within the past 10 days.


Samsung has announced it will merge its own touchscreen OS, Bada, with the Linux-based Tizen OS.


The Sudhakaran group Monday retained the Alappuzha district secretariat by chopping down its opponents from VS-Issac combine.

Sudhakaran group retains Alappuzha district secretariat


Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities firm headquartered in New York City, is investigating the Board of Directors of Radiant Systems, Inc. for potential breaches of fiduciary duties in connection with their conduct related to the sale of the Company to NCR Corporation /quotes/zigman/170956/quotes/nls/ncr NCR -1.00% , a provider of technology and services to the hospitality and retail industries, in an all cash deal valued at approximately $1.2 billion.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP is investigating Radiant Systems, Inc.


WASHINGTON NASA has found a new planet outside Earth's solar system that is eerily similar to Earth in important aspects.


The US space shuttle Endeavour blasted off from a seaside Florida launch pad on Tuesday to deliver part of a long-awaited Japanese space laboratory and a Canadian-built robotic system to the International Space Station.


Keith Olbermann, the host of the MSNB show Countdown, will return to the air Tuesday after the host was suspended for donating to three Democratic candidates.


The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati has acquired the breast surgery physician practice of Jennifer Manders, MD, effective April 18, according to a hospital news release.

Christ Hospital acquires breast surgery practice


Daniel Vettori gambled and his bowlers folded while Paul Collingwood played his wild card to dramatic effect as a rare one-day cricket stalemate unfolded on McLean Park yesterday.

Daniel Vettori gambled and bowlers folded


A proposed new jail and sheriff's office in Gage County would cost roughly $11 million to build, according to results of a new study.

New jail and sheriff's office in Gage county to cost $11 million


A small section of South Country Club Road, between 16th and 17th streets, will close for improvements starting Thursday, Jan. 21.

Section of South Country Club to close for improvements


Liontrust has axed its entire global equity team, ending a 10-month venture that failed to get as far as launching funds.


Silver Lake, the partner of Michael Dell in a $24.4 billion deal to take Dell Inc DELL.O private, said on Thursday it had raised $10.3 billion from investors for its latest private equity fund, the largest of its kind to focus on technology.

Silver Lake raises $10.3 billion private equity fund


She's given birth to her only son, been signed on for her own reality series and now she's engaged to beau Kroy Biermann.


The Penguins added another piece to their 2009-10 team by signing forward Craig Adams to a two year contract today.

Penguins sign Craig Adams to two year contract


Kangaroo Express is changing the signs on its Duval County fuel and convenience stores because of a fuel supplier agreement signed in June with Valero Energy Corp.


A wild elephant dashed a man to death when he attempted to chase the jumbo that had entered his chena cultivation yesterday night, police said.


Florence And The Machine's Florence Welch has spoken about the recording of her second album and says she believes she is ``still learning how to sing''.

Florence Welch: 'I'm still learning how to sing'


A MOBILE safety camera caught 1,805 motorists speeding during its first month in operation on North Yorkshire's roads.

MOBILE safety camera catches 1,805 motorists speeding


The General Secretary of the National SSNIT Pensioners Association, Mr Edward Ameyibor, has appealed to the elderly to educate young politicians to understand that politics was not a matter of life and death.

Politics is not a matter of life and death


The Hi Hi began their 65th junior campaign last Wednesday night with a League Cup visit from Dunbar United, Mattie Lynch and Kevin Bracks making their competitive debuts for Stevie McLeish's men.


A 72-year-old Putnam County pilot was recently arrested, accused of reckless flying related to a runway dispute.


Elizabeth Edwards will be buried Saturday in a private service at Oakwood Cemetery in Raleigh, next to her oldest son, who was killed 14 years ago in a traffic accident.


A consultation has got underway with industry and the public sector to unblock barriers to delivering business waste management infrastructure in London and the South East of England.

Consultation gets underway into barriers to waste infrastructure in South East


An East Hartford Police Officer from Vernon has been suspended from his job in light of accusations that he used ``excessive force on a 12-year old boy,'' according to a report by the Hartford Courant.

East Hartford Police Officer from Vernon suspended


The inspiration for the Oscar winning movie ``Norma Rae'' has died.


After a slow start, North American markets were showing moderate gains at midday Tuesday despite a surprise interest rate hike in China that dampened sentiment in Asia and Europe.


A West Texas town remains under a boil water notice after a water main break Wednesday.

West Texas town remains under boil water notice


A cattle thief was lynched at Abada in Sankrail in the wee hours of Wednesday.


The ASX closed lower after weaker offshore leads, but mining stocks recovered some lost ground having been heavily sold off after the super tax announcement.


Michael Lombardi of NFL.com reports that there is some concern Colts strong safety Bob Sanders might never be able to play football again, with his shoulder and bicep issues.

Colts safety Bob Sanders to never play football again?


Singer Gwen Stefani says sewing 'runs in the family' and that it was obvious for her to get into designing.


Busch Gardens opens for its 37th season on Saturday, with at least a few new reasons to visit the Williamsburg-area theme park.


In what appears to be an oblique reference to Gujarat's 2002 riots, state chief minister Narendra Modi has said that people will forgive a good government's mistakes.

Narendra Modi says people will forgive a good government its mistakes


Copenhagen-listed ferry and ro-ro owner DFDS has cut its full-year profit forecast due to ``increasingly difficult market conditions and high oil prices''.

DFDS cuts profit forecast on difficult conditions


NewsOne examines HIV in the Caribbean, where one percent of the population is infected with the virus, ``small in comparison to numbers found in the global scheme but significant enough to distinguish it as the second-highest region with HIV/AIDS outside of sub-Saharan Africa.''


Two German aid workers who disappeared in Afghanistan last month have been found dead, reports quoting the governor of an eastern province said.

German aid workers disappeared in Afghanistan found dead


New solar cells could increase the maximum efficiency of solar panels by over 25%, according to scientists from the University of Cambridge.

New solar cells could increase the maximum efficiency by over 25%


Los Angeles - Actor Chris Evans has been chosen to play Captain America in a series of big screen movies about the patriotic superhero, according to The Hollywood Reporter Tuesday.


Prince, who is literally music royalty, has declared that the internet is over.


A Moore man drowned near Zoom Beach at Lake Thunderbird Saturday afternoon, authorities said.


SPORtY students have rounded off another busy year of activities at Highfields School in Matlock.


A New Brunswick man who handcuffed and fatally stabbed his estranged wife was sentenced Tuesday to serve 20 years in prison before he is eligible for parole.

New Brunswick man who fatally stabbed estranged wife sentenced to 20 years


In a seven-page order, the high court adopted the recommendation of the Kentucky Bar Association Board of Governors that Mills be disbarred for 17 violations of the high court's rules of conduct.


Irish telecoms regulator ComReg has cut wholesale number porting charges between networks by up to 90 per cent for mobile and 70 per cent for fixed.


Japan's Kei Nishikori suffered injury heartbreak at the US Open for the second year in succession yesterday when he retired from his first round clash against Italy's Flavio Cipolla.


Baker Hughes has just announced that it has lost a court bid for a ban on the Varel drill bit.

Baker Hughes (bhi) loses court bid for ban on Varel drill bit


General Motors sold more cars and trucks in China last year than it did in America for the first time in the company's 102-year history.

General Motors sells more cars and trucks in China than America for first time in history


Six banks are repaying their government bailouts, bringing the bank capital program close to 99 percent recovery.


Due to the heavy snow and extremely dangerous driving conditions the roads in the northeastern municipalities of Shabla, Dobrich and Kavarna will be temporarily closed, Interior Ministry's press center announced.

Roads in northeastern municipalities of Shabla, Dobrich and Kavarna closed


OSPREYS head coach Steve Tandy believes the region's crop of exciting young talent will have gained a huge amount from their first foray into Europe.


An LAPD officer shot and killed an armed man shortly after 2 am today.

LAPD officer shoots and kills an armed man


UPA candidate Hamid Ansari has been re-elected as a 14th Vice President of India after defeating NDA nominee Jaswant Singh.

Ansari re-elected as 14th vice president of India


The best driver in the world, Michael Schumacher, is under pressure from the leaders of Mercedes: 'If the 2011 season will be as disappointing as the 2010 season, we will close the contract with Schumacher'.


Cole Hamels will start for the Phillies on Sunday night against the Mets at Shea Stadium.


Martell Webster underwent minor back surgery on Monday to remove part of a herniated disc in his lower back.


Anil Manghnani, Director, Modern Shares and Stockbrokers Limited, in an interview with ET Now, says that he is very bullish on the oil marketing companies.

I am very bullish on oil marketing companies:


The HTC HD7 is now available to pre-order on a pay monthly contract O2, with an expected availability date of October 25th.


A 34-year-old woman has died after being hit by a car on S. Front Street Wednesday afternoon.


In an effort to find a mutually beneficial resolution in situations that make sense for the customer, the dealer and the company, Chrysler Group LLC today announced it is offering Letters of Intent to 50 arbitrating dealers to join its dealer network as full-line representatives.

Chrysler Group LLC offers Letters of Intent to 50 us dealers


Ted Kennedy, the last surviving brother of John F Kennedy and an advocate of a united Ireland, will be given an honorary knighthood, Gordon Brown has announced.

Ted Kennedy to be given honorary knighthood


LRDE held CIL to a 3-3 draw in the BDFA super division league match at the Football Stadium on Tuesday.


The Kansas City Royals have brought up right-handed reliever Greg Holland and sent outfielder Jarrod Dyson to Triple-A Omaha.


After winning away from home again at Inverness at the weekend it is now time to win at home against St. Johnstone on Wednesday.


Shashi Tharoor, who has resigned from his ministerial post amid an uproar over his alleged link to IPL's Kochi bid, said his conscience was clear and he had done nothing 'improper, unethical or illegal'.


Mr Tinkler sold about half his stake in Whitehaven Coal to US investment firm Farallon Funds for about $300 million, Whitehaven said in a statement to the ASX this morning.


IT's only a penny, but it must be worth a mint -- a rare coin, discovered in the Alnwick area, from the time when Northumberland was ruled by Scotland.


``The presidential candidates have been invited to the meeting of the Iranian Guardian Council to be held soon,'' the official of Iran's Guardian Council Abbas Ali Kadkhodaei said on June 18.

Presidential candidates invited to meeting of Iran's Guardian Council


The Cuban government has reduced the price of 24 basic goods sold at foreign-currency stores, and experts say the measure is a result of the fall of money remittances from abroad.

Cuban government reduces prices on 24 basic goods


In an appearance on Boston's The Howie Carr Show, Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney called for the deportation of President Obama's uncle, Onyango Obama, who has pleaded not guilty to drunk driving charges.

Mitt Romney calls for the deportation of President Obama's uncle


ICICI Bank can touch Rs 980-985, says Rakesh Bansal, CEO of rakeshbansal.com.


Police on Sunday booked a man for allegedly killing his wife at their house in Natha Khan Goth over suspicions of her having an illicit relation with someone.


US and other foreign investors continued to react favorably Monday to the announcement that Venezuela will pay Cemex $600 million to compensate for seizing Cemex's Venezuelan operations.


One of the longest-serving foreigners in the country, Jose Ramirez Barreto led Mohun Bagan to a 2-0 win over Pune FC in their last I-League fixture to bid an emotional farewell to the club which he represented 398 times from his association since 1999-2000 season.

Barreto leads Bagan to 2-0 win over Pune FC


Kelly Craig, RN, director of market development at Meridian Surgical Partners in Brentwood, Tenn., discusses 10 successful techniques for recruiting physicians to an ASC.

10 successful techniques for recruiting physicians to your ASC


New York Yankees star third baseman Alex Rodriguez is leaning towards surgery to repair his partially torn meniscus in his right knee.


Hong Kong stocks fell, sending the Hang Seng Index to its steepest weekly drop in four months, led by Chinese property developers after the government said it is seeking to limit residential prices in smaller cities.

Hong Kong stocks drop led by property developers


A TWISTED student who carried out a catalogue of abuse against kids told how he wished his school taught MASS MURDER.


Country music icon Willie Nelson has been hailed a green hero after picking up a Planet Defender award for his environmental work.


Celebrity publicist Max Clifford is set to appear in court today charged with 11 indecent assaults.

Celebrity publicist Max Clifford to appear in court


Hamas announced an immediate ceasefire by its fighters and allied groups in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, senior Hamas official Ayman Taha said, adding that the Islamists gave Israel a week to pull out its troops.


Students at Washington-Hoyt Elementary School got a taste of Italian culture last week.


Boston-Power, which has created a refined, high-energy version of the classic lithium-ion battery cell, has raised $60 million more in a fifth round of funding, bringing the total raised by the company to $185 million.


The Virginia State football team edged Bowie State 16-15 in a game between the two top teams in the CIAA North Division.


Relishing the beginning of motherhood, Tamera Mowry wants a baby boy because raising a girl seems like a trip in the unknown.


Reservations for free dental care to uninsured children ages 1 to 12 years old is being taken.


Former Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Orlando ``Zeus'' Brown has passed away from unknown causes.

Former Ravens lineman Orlando ``Zeus'' Brown passes away


A Walla Walla man was injured earlier this week when he was attacked after interrupting a vehicle prowl, authorities said.

Man attacked after interrupting a vehicle prowl


Galveston city leaders could consider allowing golf carts on public beaches.

Galveston could consider golf carts on beaches


City Media foundation, an independent organization based in Lausanne has launched city.vi network for East European cities.

City Media foundation launches City.vi network for East European cities


Europe has the right to choose partners on energy cooperation, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at a news conference on Jan. 16, Trend Capital correspondent reported from Moscow.

Europe has the right to choose partners on energy cooperation:


Minister of State for Ports and Shipping, Nabeel Gabol, who had resigned from his cabinet post on Tuesday, took back his resignation after he met Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani in Islamabad on Friday.


The Afghan parliament Saturday voted to dismiss two top security ministers at a critical time amid...

Afghan parliament votes to dismiss security ministers


A smoking ban could soon extend beyond restaurants and into cars on the Big Island.


A train derailment closed KY 116//West State Line Rd. in Fulton County for a few hours Thursday morning.

Train derailment closes KY 116 in Fulton County


Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler says he is keeping all of his options open in free agency.


The man who was shot by a Belfast police officer on the night of June 8 after he allegedly stepped out of a vehicle with a shotgun in his hands during a traffic stop was arrested Wednesday night, June 29 in Searsmont.

Man shot by Belfast officer arrested in Searsmont


A woman was arrested in a Laurel County district courtroom after deputies said she was in an intoxicated condition.

Woman arrested in Laurel County district courtroom


President Obama spent time today campaigning for early childhood education in Decatur, GA.

President Obama campaigns for early childhood education


British Airways has launched a new marketing campaign, 'The Big British Invite', for Indian customers in association with VisitBritain.


7 local communities and one area economic development corporation will receive funding from Mid-American Energy Company to support their ``Trees Please'' program.

Local communities receiving funding for trees


LinkedIn, the popular business social network with over 200 million members, has acquired Pulse, an equally popular news digest application.


People v Rosado, 26 AD3d 891, lv denied 6 NY3d 838), and he now appeals from an order pursuant to the 2005 Drug Law Reform Act granting his application for resentencing.


Tom Cruise tweeted a barechested photo of himself to promote his upcoming movie Rock of Ages.

Tom Cruise tweets barechested photo to promote Rock of Ages


Serbian President Boris Tadic on Thursday apologized for the 1991 Vukovar massacre, in which around 200 Croats were killed, as he paid an historic visit to the town.

Serbian President Boris Tadic apologizes for Vukovar massacre


BrandPrinciples provides business intelligence market research reports pertaining to various industries, today announced the release of their new market research report on Malaysian Tourism titled ``Malaysian Tourism Industry Forecast to 2012''.

Brandprinciples releases new research report on Malaysian tourism


A woman from Co Cork who stabbed a man to death before hitting herself on the head with a hammer and jumping off a road bridge pleaded guilty to manslaughter, police said.


A 38-year-old woman abandoned her newborn baby girl in a Jeddah hospital and escaped during visiting hours.


Despite reports to the contrary, business travel in Australia is defying the downturn, with results from a recent travel survey indicating more than 70 percent of regular business travellers have not cancelled any business trips as a result of the global financial downturn.


Tori Spelling told readers of her website that she had been released from the hospital after undergoing emergency surgery earlier this month.

Tori Spelling released from the hospital after undergoing emergency surgery


Tata group chief Ratan Tata on Tuesday stepped down as Chairman of Tata Global Beverages with immediate effect, making way for successor Cyrus Mistry, who has also been inducted into the board of Indian Hotels Company.

Ratan Tata steps down as Chairman of Tata Global Beverages


Two persons were killed when a nearly 50 year-old building at the busy Triplicane area in the city collapsed this morning.


O2 UK said it will compensate customers affected by the network failure in early July, giving them the equivalent of three days back as a gesture of goodwill and to say sorry.

O2 UK to compensate customers for network failure


Other Big Bend rivers remain under flood warnings, including the Aucilla, the Apalachicola, the Chipola, the Suwanee and the Withlacoochee in Madison County, where record flooding was expected.


Universal Pictures has picked up the LA Weekly cover story ``How to Get Divorced by 30'' by Sascha Rothchild with plans to develop it into a romantic comedy.

Universal picks up ``how to Get Divorced by 30''


Newly-appointed Tata Sons deputy chairman Cyrus P. Mistry, who will succeed chairman Ratan Tata on his retirement next year, said Wednesday that he feels ``deeply honoured''.


Global chart-topper Katy Perry has dismissed reports that she is suing an Australian fashion designer.

Katy Perry denies suing Australian designer


Casey Anthony said filing for bankruptcy in Orlando, Fla., ``is the next step towards closure'' in the high-profile death of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee.


Bolivian President Evo Morales announced on Wednesday that Iran will ``partner'' in the manufacturing of lithium reserves in his country, the alliance which had also shown interest industry groups and governments of other countries.

Bolivia announced that Iran will ``partner'' in the manufacturing of lithium


Saudi Arabia plans to spend $400bn on infrastructure projects in the next five years as the kingdom seeks to benefit from lower construction costs.

Saudi Arabia to spend $400bn on infrastructure


KISSIMMEE, Fla. Mike Hampton threw a simulated game on a practice field Wednesday and walked away with a smile on his face.


Jet Set Men has released Million Dollar Man, a premium DVD collection of standout performances by the star of Bravo's TV's hit show Million Dollar Listing NY and Jet Set Men exclusive Tag Eriksson.

Jet Set Men releases 'Million Dollar Man'


The Wisconsin Senate will review its e-mail use and retention policies after a lawsuit uncovered how employees in one senator's office used personal accounts for state business, a spokeswoman said this week.

Wisconsin Senate to review e-mail policies after lawsuit


A car has been covered completely by moth silk.


Black Caviar has impressed in her return to Australian racing, breaking the Flemington course record that stood for 25 years in easily winning the race named in her honour, the 1000m Black Caviar Lightning Stakes.

Black Caviar breaks Flemington course record


An eastern Kanawha County firefighter died after suffering a medical emergency while responding to a fire in Sissonville, officials said.

Firefighter dies while responding to fire in Sissonville


The UK's banks missed targets for lending to smaller businesses in 2011 by more than £1 billion, according to new figures.

Banks missed targets for lending to small businesses by £1 billion


Sydney FC today granted Premiership striker Mark Bridge a release from the final year of his contract with the two-time A-League Champions.


Pastor Rick Warren says his 27-year-old son used an unregistered gun, which he purchased online, to commit suicide last week.

Pastor Rick Warren says son used unregistered gun in suicide


The cruise industry gets yet another boost from the news that Carnival Corporation has confirmed an order for a new 4,000 passenger ship.

Carnival Corporation confirms order for a new 4,000 passenger ship


Namibia is facing an electricity shortage this winter, and despite the efforts of NamPower to develop a culture of energy saving, many businesses and organisations in the country leave their lights on at night and over weekends.


Lindsay Lohan was arrested in New York early Wednesday on charges that she clipped a pedestrian with her car and did not stop, police said.


Rihanna's lawyer has confirmed she will testify against her boyfriend, singer Chris Brown, if she is subpoenaed to appear in court.

Rihanna will testify against Chris Brown


US Rep. Adam Putnam says he will give up his seat in Congress to become a candidate for state agriculture commissioner.