GOVERNOR Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo State weekend inaugurated the boards of parastatals and commissions with a promise to convert the challenges of the global economic meltdown to advantages for the development of the state.


At least 23 bodies were pulled from the rubble in Gaza City and its environs on Friday after a day that saw heavy clashes between Israeli troops and Hamas fighters, Gaza medics said, AFP reports.

23 bodies pulled from rubble in Gaza: medics


American Public University System, has introduced a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Forensics to its growing degree programs in public safety.

American Public University System introduces Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice


A local fire inspection company is being investigated for allegedly falsifying inspections at restaurants in Norfolk.

Fire inspection company investigated for falsifying inspections


The unemployment rate dropped in two area counties in January, stayed the same in one and increased in three others, the state Department of Labor and Industry said.

Unemployment rate drops in two counties in January


A US soldier has been killed in northern Iraq, the US military said yesterday, the first American service member to die in an attack here since the US announced its forces would depart by year's end.


St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Kyle Lohse made 10 throws from 120 feet on Tuesday, taking a small step forward in his rehab from a forearm injury.

Lohse takes small step in rehab from injury


regular legislative session formally ended today just minutes after legislators convened amid festivities marking the 100th anniversary of the opening of the state Capitol.


Automation specialist ABB overcame ``the worst recession in memory'', it said today after reporting fourth quarter earnings of almost $800 million, despite $350 million of restructuring charges.

ABB overcomes 'worst recession in memory'


A funnel cloud was spotted over Bulls and Sanson today as unsettled weather conditions continue to hit the region.


Mr. Brown, the R&B singer, announced that he would commence a fan appreciation tour in November to thank his listeners for their support, Reuters reported.

Chris Brown announces 'fan appreciation' tour


Prosecutors say no charges will be filed against a Clay County teacher who tied a student to a chair and taped the child's mouth shut.

No charges filed after a teacher ties a student to a chair


A day after the Vikings fell to 6-10 with a 20-13 loss to the Lions, the team has reportedly reached an agreement with Frazier to become the head coach.

Vikings reach agreement with leslie Frazier


The US-imposed sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program are going to impact the South African economy by disrupting its fuel supplies, a senior official said here on Friday.

Sanctions against Iran to impact South African economy: official


In a freak accident in France, where Lady GaGa was supposed to perform, Lady GaGa says that she has been kissed by a stranger and loving it.

Lady GaGa says ``I have been kissed by a stranger'


A guilty plea is expected from a former southern Kentucky college student, who's accused of trying to coerce a young woman into making a sexually graphic video for him.


High speed rail advocates held rallies in Wisconsin to show their support even though the project appears dead.


Fed fund futures continue to favour the status quo on Monday and price in a hold on rates until the end of the year.

Fed fund futures continue to favour hold on rates


The Indian market rallied further on Monday on the back of strong global cues, positive earnings surprises and strong institutional buying.


A Perry County man was killed early Sunday morning in a mobile home fire near Ickesburg in Saville Township.


The 196,000-acre Hanford Reach National Monument, including the White Bluffs on the Columbia River, just recently turned 10 years old.

Hanford Reach National monument turns 10


Heather Mills has compared herself to Indian human rights campaigner Gandhi, as well as Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, because of the persecution they have all endured in their bid to tell the truth.


``A 28 year old male has been charged with the attempted murder of the wounded Constable Jeremy Snow,'' says Superintendent Mike Bush, District Commander for Counties Manukau Police.


The Australian dollar tumbled below $US1.05 at noon after China's economy expanded less than expected for the March quarter.


Israeli troops have opened fire on Lebanon from two border posts across the Lebanese southern border, a Lebanese security source says.


Housing starts in the US fell more than anticipated in December, while building permits unexpectedly jumped, signaling inclement weather may have kept builders away from worksites.


Minister for Employment, Skills and Mining Stirling Hinchliffe said Central Queensland jobseekers are gaining valuable hospitality skills through a Bligh Government funded program currently being delivered by Learning Network Queensland.


US President George W. Bush on Wednesday urged China to open a dialogue with the Dalai Lama, saying Beijing would find the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader to be a ``fine man.''

Bush urges China to open dialogue with Dalai Lama


The Andrews girls golf team dominated its own tournament by winning by 37 strokes on Saturday at the Andrews Country Golf Course.


South Korea's Samsung Electronics expects to sell 2.4mn mobile phones this year in Argentina, an increase of 30% compared to the previous year, the co...

Samsung expects to sell 2.4mn phones this year - Argentina


The increasing number of plastic surgery patients who openly admit that they regret their plastic surgery may also be playing a role, especially when celebrities are being surprisingly vocal about their feelings of regret.


The Ravens re-signed cornerback Chris Carr on Saturday, reducing the sting of losing a string of their own free agents this week.


A Hamilton police officer who took his own life after shooting an officer from Beverly is being laid to rest.

Hamilton police officer being laid to rest


The American ambassador to Pakistan Anne Patterson was summoned to the Foreign Office on Wednesday to lodge protest over the incident of firing that resulted in death of Pakistani soldiers and civilians.

American ambassador summoned to Foreign Office


Convenor Linda Groom says the inaugural festival celebrates the role of photography in Australian life, art and history.


Gottschalks, the regional department store chain that includes an outlet at the Yuba-Sutter mall, has filed for bankruptcy and is for sale but will continue to conduct business at its 58 stores in the West.


US department chain Macy's says it would close 11 underperforming stores amid tough economic conditions and reported sales fell sharply in the critical year-end holiday shopping season.


A man dressed like a woman has used a cell phone to photograph women in a UC Berkeley locker room twice this month, according to a university crime alert posted online.

Man dresses as woman, photographs women in UC Berkeley locker room


The Odisha government resumed land acquisition for the proposed Posco steel plant in Jagatsinghpur district on Sunday after a gap of around one and a half years amid stiff resistance from anti-project activists.

Odisha resumes land acquisition for Posco plant


Tea production is set to return to North Shields following the purchase of the former Twinings site by Keith Spicer Ltd.

Tea production to return to North Shields


We caught up with a Marc Benioff, chairman and CEO of salesforce.com, post in Techcrunch where he questions ``Why isn't all enterprise software like Facebook''.

Why isn't all enterprise software like Facebook:


Police in Independence County are currently investigating a shooting out of Pleasant Plains.

Independence County investigating shooting


Four American soldiers were killed in eastern Afghanistan in a roadside explosion on Sunday, the United States military said, in the worst of several attacks by insurgents around the country.


A man from Springfield has been convicted of robbery by a jury.


Volcano reported a $2.3 million loss in the first quarter, with much of the decline blamed on an acquisition the company did not complete.


Brighton & Hove Albion boss Gus Poyet has admitted he missed out on his number one defensive target during the transfer window.


Rabies continues to be a serious public health problem in New York State.

Rabies continues to be a serious health problem


Ahmedabad, April 19 A man was Bobbittized by a gang in Ahmedabad, the police said.


He is believed to be considering a return to acting to play Reese Witherspoon's father in the movie.


Bristol Township police are investigating the ``suspicious'' death of a well-known local musician who was found dead in his family home Wednesday night.

Bristol Township police investigating suspicious death


FORT WAYNE, Ind. - The 20th annual Anthis Career Center fruit sale begins Thursday.

20th annual Anthis career Center fruit sale begins


North Korea said on Friday it was scrapping all accords with the South, the latest in a series of angry verbal attacks on its neighbor that some analysts say are more designed at grabbing the new US government's attention.

North Korea scraps all accords with South


Phone hacking by the media cost me my job advising Elle Macpherson, a business adviser has told a British inquiry, describing how the Australian supermodel wrongly blamed her for leaking intimate secrets to the press.


Airlines are raising ticket prices again after a long lull that coincided with falling fuel costs.


Oil rose toward US$80, responding to a 15 month low in the dollar and robust Chinese demand growth and factory output.


NZDCAD is slowly gaining a bullish momentum as price is now ranging at least50 points up from last weeks low of 0.7575.


A 23-year-old Nampa man was arrested Tuesday on felony charges of internet enticement and sexual abuse of a minor, the Ada County Sheriff's Office said.

Nampa man arrested on felony charges of internet enticement, sexual abuse of minor


In a statement sent to Engadget, Verizon has confirmed that it's no longer activating Alltel devices on its network starting today.

Verizon no longer activating Alltel devices on its network


President Tony Tan Keng Yam hosted his first annual diplomatic reception at the Istana on Tuesday evening.

President Tony Tan hosts annual diplomatic reception at Istana


Human embryonic stem cells provide a potentially unlimited source of oral mucosal tissues that may revolutionize the treatment of oral diseases.

Human embryonic stem cells may revolutionize the treatment of oral diseases


India will tour England (Images) in 2011 to play four Tests, five one-dayers and a Twenty20 international, England and Wales Cricket Board said on Sunday.


Malaysian-based budget carrier AirAsia has won landing rights in Paris, its second destination in Europe, in a big boost to its global expansion.


BJP today said it is against rushing through FDI-related FEMA notification in Parliament along with the main debate on the issue.

BJP is against rushing through FEMA notification in Parliament


Payment by Results has had little impact on NHS efficiency and tariff prices should be cut to achieve real improvements, says the Audit Commission.

Payment by Results has little impact on NHS efficiency


A McHenry police officer resigned Tuesday after being charged with stealing more than $500 from the northwest suburban police department.

McHenry police officer charged with stealing from department


An ex-convict from Cushing has been charged with breaking into a Cushing woman's home while she was present, as well as possessing methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia, all on Sunday.

Ex-convict charged with breaking into Cushing woman's home


NRL final rates higher than AFL The NRL Grand Final won by the Melbourne Storm has out-rated the AFL Grand Final.


Governor SC Jamir inaugurated the first certification course in 'Pranayama', on Monday November 17 at Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, Lonavala.

Governor Jamir inaugurates certification course in Pranayama


India today released 24 pakistani prisoners including four children languishing in diffrent jails of the country.


Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed al- Sa'eedi, Health Minister met with a number of doctors and discussed with them issues related to the work in the health sector and the efforts made by the country to promote the services rendered by it.


Authorities say a young Sapulpa woman has been arrested and detained after allegedly stabbing a classmate with a pencil.

Sapulpa woman arrested for stabbing classmate with pencil


Time will Run Out for Israel first because Yahweh's promise to Israel will be fulfilled before the curtain comes down on the world stage as we know it.


A Lehigh Township man has been accused of cooking methamphetamine last year inside an apartment in Allen Township, court records say.

Lehigh Township man accused of cooking methamphetamine in Allen Township


Phalange Party MP Sami Gemayel filed a complaint against the head of the Loyalty to the Resistance bloc MP Mohammad Raad over his latest press conference from parliament during which a poster supporting the March 8 camp's positions was displayed behind him.

Sami Gemayel files complaint against Raad:


The Arizona Cardinals signed free-agent cornerback and kick returner Justin Miller to a one-year contract Monday.


A pre-dawn snow storm brought Monday morning commute to a crawl throughout northern Nevada.

Snow storm brings morning commute to a crawl


Senior BJP leader LK Advani today said India commands respect in the world community because of its vibrant democracy which was brought to almost the ``brink of extinction'' during emergency.

India commands respect due to democracy:


Police said a Springfield man admitted to performing sex acts with two underage girls.

Man admits to sex acts with underage girls


WBA junior middleweight champion Miguel Cotto has denied published reports that he reached a deal for a June 9th Las Vegas rematch with Manny Pacquiao.

Miguel Cotto denies that he reached a deal for Pacquiao


A father and son have been accused of stealing thosands from the Little League in Medford.

Dad, son accused of stealing from Little League


``Acting is my life, my passion. It is something for which I am ready to make any sacrifice. I dissolve my woes through acting. Although I want to work on both the stage and television, theatre is where I am most comfortable,'' says popular actor AKM Hasan, who gives credit to theatre for teaching him the ropes of acting.


Due the winter weather advisory, Nashville MTA buses will operate on snow routes beginning at 6 pm on Friday until 9 am Saturday.


Regrettably, we must confirm the report first filed this morning by the Palm Beach Post, the one that has the Miami Dolphins looking to trade starting left guard Justin Smiley.

Miami Dolphins looking to trade Justin Smiley


Continental Airlines plans to start nonstop flights from Newark, NJ to Haiti beginning in June.

Continental to start some flights to Haiti in June


San Diego-based Zui, the kid-friendly Internet portal which runs KidZui, has been acquired by Saban Brands, Saban said this morning.


Umno will contest the Permatang Pasir by-election which has to be held within the next 60 days following the death of its three-term representative Datuk Mohd Hamdan Abdul Rahman this morning, party president Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said today.


A premature baby with a blood infection that killed another baby earlier this week is said to be doing well.

Premature baby with blood infection 'doing well'


Thirty five Wisconsin museums are offering free admission to active military personnel and their families this summer.

Wisconsin museums offer free admission for military personnel


The Badminton World Federation has ruled out shifting its headquarters from Malaysia despite reports they were considering a base in another country.

Badminton world Federation rules out shifting headquarters from Malaysia


A Manchester teen suffered ``multiple, serious injuries'' when he crashed his motorcycle on Bridge Street Monday afternoon, Pelham police report.

Manchester teen crashes motorcycle in Pelham, police report


Turkey is ready to cancel its visa regime with Ukraine if the latter takes a similar step with respect to Turks, Turkish Ambassador to Ukraine Ahmet Bulent Meric has said in an interview with the Dzerkalo Tyzhnia newspaper.

Turkey is ready to cancel visa regime with Ukraine


Polished shortages expected to linger as Indian diamond cutting slows during summer vacations.

Polished shortages to linger as Indian cutting slows


Students aren't the only ones dealing with core requirements, according to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.


The Winnipeg Jets will have their NHL debut when they take to the ice at the MTS Centre Tuesday in the season's first exhibition game.

The Winnipeg Jets to have NHL debut Tuesday


German luxury carmaker Audi on Thusday launched its compact SUV Q5, in Mumbai priced at Rs 38,57,000.


Washington, July 13 Rhesus monkeys and humans recognise faces the same way, according to the latest research.

Monkeys, humans recognise faces the same way


Sapient today announced that it has expanded its digital marketing creative team with the appointment of Federico Montemurro to creative director.

Sapient expands its digital marketing creative team


Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday said there was no doubt that master blaster Sachin Tendulkar deserved to be conferred with the Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian award.

Tendulkar should be conferred the Bharat Ratna:


Gunfire was heard in the center of Kabul on Saturday, a Reuters witness said, and an Afghan television station reported that insurgents had attacked a downtown police station.


California Governor Jerry Brown underwent surgery last week to remove a cancerous growth from his nose, his office said Saturday.

Gov. Brown undergoes surgery for cancerous growth


Ferris State University faculty, staff and students once again will participate in the Cesar Chavez Social Justice March and Community Gathering on Thursday, March 21 in Grand Rapids.

Ferris to participate in Cesar Chavez Social Justice March in Grand Rapids


The late economist Milton Friedman was famously quoted to have said, ``The business of business is business.''


US oil prices steadied above $104 a barrel on Thursday as higher-than-expected US crude stocks helped balance support from unrest in Libya and the Middle East.


Louisville coach Rick Pitino has followed through on a promise he made to his players to get a tattoo.


Less than an hour after five-star shooting guard Trevor Lacey announced he was picking Alabama, IMG Academy basketball coach Andy Borman announced that three-star forward Jamari Traylor had committed to the Jayhawks.


A hurricane warning continues for the Florida Keys and officials continue to urge visitors to leave the region if they have the means to.

Hurricane warning for the Florida Keys and officials continue to urge visitors to leave


The boys' relay team set a new Irish record at the European Junior Swimming Championships in Belgrade today.


A new study has found that Viagra, the blue pill used to treat erectile dysfunction, can be a wonder drug against heart failure.

Viagra can be a wonder drug against heart failure:


Yesterday, councillors sat down to get a progress report on the corporate plan for their term of council.


A horse got stuck on the roof of a garage in a town just north of New York City.


The Kenyan shilling reversed earlier gains against the dollar on Wednesday, pushed lower by end-month dollar demand from oil importers, ending a two-day rally versus the greenback.

Kenyan shilling reverses gains vs dollar


Usablenet, a global technology leader in mobile and multi-channel customer engagement, today announced it has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in America for the third consecutive year, ranked by revenue growth from 2008 to 2011.

Usablenet named to Inc. 5000 list for third consecutive year


``The quality of the higher education and researches became more and more important precondition for the development of Bulgaria. In my opinion the government has proved that it has devoted serious attention to that issue in the recent years'', Bulgarian Prime Minister Sergey Stanishev said at a sitting of the Rector's Council, FOCUS News Agency reporter informed.

Quality of higher education became more and more important precondition for development


Laconia police said officers busted an underage drinking party at a home on Endicott Street North early Wednesday morning.

Laconia police bust underage drinking party


RYDER CUP skipper Colin Montgomerie was struggling to scrape a level-par score in round one of the the Dubai Desert Classic yesterday.

Colin Montgomerie struggling in Dubai Desert Classic


Swinton Lions lifted the co-operative Championship 1 title with two games to spare after victory over South Wales at the Willows.

Swinton Lions lift the co-operative Championship 1 title


23 killed in Taliban attack on outpost Updated: 22:52, Saturday February 2, 2013 The death toll from a Taliban attack on an army post in Pakistan's northwest has risen to 23, officials say.


Famous author Richard Matheson, the man behind the 1954 novel I Am Legend of which the Will Smith film is based off of, has died at 87.


A best-selling novelist will be writing her next book in a shop window during this year's SW11 Literary Festival which starts on September 17.

Novelist to write next book in shop window


POLICE have released an identikit image of a man who exposed himself to teenage girls in Ballajura earlier this month.


Golden-voiced homeless man Ted Williams has left rehab early, the ``Dr. Phil'' show confirmed Wednesday.


A suspicious device that was left in front of a Carlsbad library, prompting the evacuation of the library and neighboring City Hall was a hoax, according to Carlsbad police.


A capital murder trial continues this week for a Seguin man who is accused of shaking his girlfriend's newborn baby to death.

Trial continues for man accused of shaking girlfriend's baby to death


Manufacturers won't be producing as many H1N1 vaccines as hoped at the onset of nationwide efforts to inoculate the public against the virus, the Centers for Disease Control said Friday.

Manufacturers won't produce as many H1N1 vaccines as hoped


Britain said late on Sunday that the end was near for Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, urging him to ``go now'' to avoid further violence, Xinhua reported.

Britain says ``end is near for Gaddafi''


Gender tests on South African athlete Caster Semenya have found she is a hermaphrodite, an Australian newspaper reported, as a senior official admitted she may not be ``100 per cent'' female.


EVESHAM and District Music Club is preparing to welcome two fine young musicians to perform in its first concert of 2011.

Two fine young musicians to perform in Evesham


This NBA betting preview of the Portland Trail Blazers vs. Utah Jazz is courtesy of SBG Global where the opening Line:


A 2009 Mac mini running Snow Leopard with the latest firmware installed supports 8GB of RAM.


A Minnesota man charged with killing a father and son at their La Crosse photography store will return to Wisconsin to face homicide and robbery charges.

Minnesota man to return to Wisconsin for homicide charges


Shopko said Tuesday it has launched a mobile pharmacy app, allowing users to refill and manage pharmacy prescriptions from their smartphones.


The relatives and friends of the deceased, Mukesh Mewada who was brutally murdered on Sunday night staged a protest on Fanda road demanding arrest and severe punishment for the accused.

Relatives, friends stage protest on Fanda road


A 20-year-old man was sent to hospital after being shot in the back overnight.

Man sent to hospital after being shot overnight


In response to a troubled economy and gloomy financial climate, EMRG Media announces the launch of a New York City business networking series; this is the first in a series of monthly events.

EMRG Media launches New York City business networking series


An elderly couple was assaulted and robbed of cash and other valuables by an unidentified miscreant near the Puttenahalli circle in the JP Nagar police limits.


New Delhi, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday condoled the death of former vice president Bhairon Singh Shekhawat, saying he excelled in all positions he held and his persona was one of rare charisma.

Shekhawat excelled in all positions he held:


SANA'A, July 03 - President Ali Abdullah Saleh met on Thursday with the US envoy in charge of limiting the threat of Small Arms and Light Weapons Lincoln Lee.


Foreign Secretary David Miliband on Sunday visited Peshawar city in northwestern Pakistan, close to the Afghanistan border, for talks with new government leaders, officials said.


The US faced pressure yesterday to make bigger cuts in trade-distorting farm subsidies at the start of a week of global trade negotiations.


Kristen Bell and Toby Keith will host this year's CMT Music Awards, which takes place in Nashville, Tennesse on June 6.


Puerto Rico is slated to invalidate all birth certificates later this year.

Puerto Rico will invalidate all birth certificates


The American Diabetes Association has appointed Robert Ratner to serve as chief scientific and medical officer of the organization, effective May 7.

American Diabetes Association appoints chief scientific and medical officer


The US service sector grew in June for a sixth straight month but the rate of growth slowed more than expected and hit its lowest since February, according to an industry report released on Tuesday.

US service sector grows for sixth straight month


COOPERSTOWN, NY -Former Montreal and Chicago Cubs star Andre Dawson has been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Slugger Andre Dawson inducted into Baseball hof


A strong armed robbery was reported Monday night in Iron Mountain at the Super 8 motel, and the suspect remains on the loose as of Tuesday morning.


A man is in a critical condition after being hit by a freight train in south Auckland early this morning.


AP Business Writer Oil prices dropped sharply Thursday after China said it will raise fuel prices, a move that could dampen the booming Asian nation's oil consumption.

Oil drops as China says it will raise fuel prices


Celina Jaitley and her Australian hotelier husband Peter Haag will be shifting from Dubai to Singapore.

Celina Jaitley shifts from Dubai to Singapore


Steeplechase is back at Tanglewood this coming Saturday.


A health advisory has been issued to avoid water contact at Tenmile Lake, arguably Oregon's top bass-fishing water.

Health advisory is issued for Tenmile Lake


Spanish labor costs recorded the slowest growth on record between January and March, statistical office INE said on Wednesday.

Spanish labor costs record slowest growth on record


Because of the overwhelming response to country artist Jessica Andrews, she will give an encore performance at the Songwriter's Depot at Casey Jones Village tonight, according to a press release.

Jessica Andrews to give encore performance tonight


INVESTORS have begun bailing out of Brambles Ltd after it announced a major US customer, Wal-Mart, was reviewing its pallet arrangements with the logistics firm.


CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida Space shuttle Atlantis sailed past the 120 million-mile mark in space Wednesday and aimed for a touchdown Wednesday to end its flying career.

Space shuttle Atlantis aims for touchdown


The minimum annual income requirement for credit card eligibility has been raised to RM24,000 from RM18,000, effective immediately, in a move to keep household debt at manageable levels, Bank Negara announced Friday.

Minimum annual income requirement raised to RM24,000


We have pro football betting lines up regarding the sack master for 2010 that are ready for your picking!


Maryland on Thursday began issuing marriage licenses to gay couples, more than three weeks before a law legalizing marriage equality in the state is set to take effect.

Maryland begins issuing marriage licenses to gay couples


Consumer spending bounced back in April much to the joy of suffering retailers on the back of the Royal Wedding and back to back, sunny bank holidays.

Consumer spending bounces back for April


The UFC has added one of the best flyweights in the world, as Jussier da Silva confirmed in an interview rcently that he has signed a contract with the UFC.

Jussier da Silva signs a contract with UFC


Fairbanks area home sales remain strong despite the national real estate downturn.


AGL could be the biggest loser after the ACCC ruled against it buying Macquarie Generation assets.


Hopkins County wants public input to draft a plan for the county's future.


Two teenagers were arrested after they hit a North Andover homeowner with a minivan.

2 arrested after hitting homeowner with a minivan


The Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire is holding a free women's self defense seminar.

Rape Crisis Center holds women's self-defense seminar


The US Federal Reserve has cut its economic growth forecast for this year, citing weaker growth than expected in the first three months of the year.

US Federal Reserve cuts economic growth forecast


GI Joe star Channing Tatum has revealed that married life is: ``Just about perfect.

Channing Tatum: ``married life is just perfect.''


The Arlington Fire Department is looking into what started a fire that destroyed an iconic youth theater on the evening of the Fourth of July.


Victoria Day was celebrated with a big bang, big entertainment and fun for all ages.


Winery in Shilda was sold for USD 175 000 at the auction held at the Ministry of Economic Development of Georgia.


Nepal Stock Exchange saw no transaction for the second consecutive trading day on Monday as the investors continued to protest against the government's perceived lethargy towards the plagued share market.

NEPSE sees no transactions for second day


Village Kid, a genuine modern-day hero of Australian harness racing, has died.


A woman was pulled from the Norwalk River in Wilton Friday night and police fire officials were looking for another person before having to call off the search because of fast moving water and darkness.


Bangladesh on Thursday appointed Lieutenant General Iqbal Karim Bhuiyan as the county's new Army Chief to replace MA Mubeen who is set to retire.

B'desh appoints Iqbal Karim Bhuiyan as new Army Chief


Irvine-based Kofax, a provider of document management software and hardware, said Sunday that it is selling its hardware business to a German private equity firm, and cutting staff.

Kofax to sell hardware business, cut staff


A sell-off in the afternoon's trading on Wall Street saw US sharemarkets fall on Thursday and the Dow slip back from the 13-month high the blue-chip index reached on Wednesday.


A car crashed into a building at a water treatment plant on Forge Road Wednesday in East Stroudsburg.


The pace of economic downturn has diminished as a result of the steps taken by the Obama administration, including those under mega stimulus package, the White House said today.

Pace of economic downturn has diminished:


HOME Secretary Theresa May was branded a ``disgrace'' by furious beat bobbies today as she told them they should welcome pay and pension reforms.

Theresa May is branded a 'disgrace' by beat bobbies


George Hickenlooper, the film director who died over the weekend at the age of 47, was a St. Louis native who loved making movies here and was trying to get financing so he could make his planned next film in St. Louis.

George Hickenlooper III, filmmaker loved St. Louis


MMUK, a leading citrus specialist in the UK is celebrating the start of the Spanish Citrus season with Tesco.

MMUK celebrates start of Spanish citrus season


Cardiff City have signed an 18 year old Polish goalkeeper on a free transfer.


After reports surfaced weeks ago that Katy Perry and Russell Brand were planning to marry in India, the wedding of Perry and Brand finally took place on Saturday in a private ceremony at India's Amaan-i-Khas resort.

Katy Perry and Russell Brand married in India


(HYDERABAD) India is expanding its biodiversity databases and linking them in a network so that policymakers for programmes that address biodiversity, climate change and socio-economic concerns have ready access to information.

India expands its biodiversity databases


Wicklow manager Mick O'Dwyer is well known for making the most of the ``transfer'' system in Gaelic Football and unveils his latest ``signing'' this weekend,when former Mayo forward Austin O' Malley makes his Leinster championship debut for the Garden County against Kildare.

Wicklow manager Mick O'Dwyer unveils his latest ``signing'' this weekend.


John Tortorella has been fired as coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning, four years after leading the team to its only Stanley Cup championship.

Tortorella fired as coach of Tampa Bay Lightning


Piyush Chawla, the Indian legspinner, has signed up with Sussex as Pakistan medium-pacer Yasir Arafat's replacement till at least the end of the month.


US immigration police deported a former drug cartel kingpin to Mexico, where he was wanted on charges related to organized crime and drug trafficking, authorities said on Friday.

US deports former cartel kingpin to Mexico


A Marshall County man is recovering in an area hospital Thursday morning after being hit by a car on Wednesday night.


State government aims to eradicate malnutrition from Melghat in two years.

State aims to eradicate malnutrition in two years


PAUL MCLOONE will take over the decks at GIGANTIC for what promises to be a cracking night of indie, rock 'n' roll and all and anything with a beat.


By Steve Bousquet, Times/Herald Tallahassee Bureau Sarah Palin endorsed former Hillsborough prosecutor Pam Bondi for attorney general Wednesday, and Bondi didn't even know it was coming.

Sarah Palin endorses Pam Bondi for attorney general


Castleford Tigers recovered from a dreadful start to maintain the only 100% record in Engage Super League with victory over Catalan Dragons.

Castleford recover from dreadful start to maintain 100% record


South African construction workers will return to work tomorrow after ending a week-long strike over wages that delayed the building of stadiums for next year's soccer World Cup.

Construction workers return to work tomorrow


Pakistan on Thursday freed 89 Indian fishermen imprisoned for fishing and violating its territorial waters as the nuclear-armed rivals resume a fledgling peace process.


Randy Ferbey has quickly denied website chatter that his curling foursome, which includes last-rock thrower Dave Nedohin, second Scott Pfeifer and lead Marcel Rocque, has already broken up.

Ferbey denies rumour his foursome has broken up


Radio Nova is celebrating its second birthday this weekend with the news that the station expects to break even by October.


She explains, ``Honestly, I only have about five really close friends.

Paris Hilton: 'I only have five friends'


Authorities say a 51-year-old Castlewood man was killed Wednesday when his car was struck broadside by a pickup truck in heavy fog with near zero visibility.

Castlewood man killed when car was struck by pickup truck in heavy fog


Security officials have extinguished the Olympic torch for a second time amid heavy protests during the torch relay in Paris.

Officials extinguish Olympic torch a second time amid protests in Paris


The New Pornographers have announced dates for a extensive North American tour set for later this year.

The New Pornographers announce North American tour


The annual Google Science Fair opens today, calling anyone and everyone 13 to 18 years old to push the edges of our knowledge and help pave the way to the future.


The United Negro College Fund is planning to honor Denzel Washington and his wife at its 64th anniversary dinner in New York.

United Negro College Fund to honor Denzel Washington


External Affairs Minister Prof, GL Peiris, addressing a gathering soon after the opening of the SLFP office in Kilinochchi by UPFA MP Namal Rajapaksa, said that the people in Kilinochchi should make use of the unique opportunity which has become available after many decades to take the economic and social development of the area forward rapidly.

People should make use of this opportunity:


PTI Dec 5, 2012, 10.07PM IST RJD chief Lalu Prasad today alleged that the Opposition had misled the Lok Sabha and the people on the FDI in retail issue and tried to create a big but unfounded fear about multinational companies.

Opposition misled Lok Sabha, people on FDI in retail issue:


The Shell Petroleum Development Company says it has committed $3bn to reduce gas flaring this year, says a report in Leadership.


Automotive aftermarket safety product developer Kinetech continues to vigorously defend itself against a patent infringement lawsuit filed recently by Williams & Lake, LLC, in the US District Court for the District of Arizona.

Kinetech defends against patent infringement lawsuit


Government drug funder PHARMAC is welcoming the increase in the pharmaceutical budget, which it says will help ensure people continue to have improving access to medicines.

PHARMAC welcomes increase in pharmaceutical budget


Dolce&Gabbana have turned again to muse Sicily for inspiration for next summer's menswear collections.


Analysts at Cowen initiated coverage on shares of Priceline in a research report issued to clients and investors on Tuesday.

Cowen initiates coverage on Priceline (pcln)


The 2012 Essence Music Festival kicked off on Thursday in New Orleans, bringing the ``party with a purpose'' to the Crescent City.

2012 Essence Music Festival kicks off in New Orleans


The Stormers are considering picking rookie props Steven Kitshoff and Frans Malherbe on their substitutes bench for Saturday's Super Rugby match against the Bulls at Newlands.


The Toronto stock market was poised to open lower Wednesday after more worrisome economic data out of the US put downward pressure on oil prices.

Toronto stock market poised to open lower


Warrington kept up the pressure at the top of the Super League table after coasting to a 30-10 victory over Crusaders in Wrexham.


A man stole a crane near Bradshaw Road in Sacramento County at 1 am on Thursday and led CHP on a short and dangerous chase.


Two new businesses are coming to The Highlands, adding more jobs to the already 32,000 there.

Two new businesses coming to the Highlands


Peter Harvey farewelled at memorial Updated: 00:28, Sunday March 10, 2013 Journalist Peter Harvey has been honoured at a public memorial service in Sydney's Town Hall on Saturday afternoon.


A 31-YEAR-old Nailsworth man is being treated for life threatening injuries following a road traffic collision in Wotton-under-Edge yesterday morning, Tuesday January 19.

Nailsworth man treated for life threatening injuries following road collision


The Guardian headlines this morning on NATO units that ``left 61 migrants die of hunger and thirst'' in the Mediterranean Sea in late March.

``NATO units left 61 migrants to die of hunger and thirst''


Charleston police arrest two men accused of an armed robbery on Archdale Street.


BJP president Nitin Gadkari today said Hindus who faced religious persecution in Bangladesh were welcome anytime to the country and should be given citizenship status here.


TRIBUTES were paid today to the two soldiers shot dead by Real IRA gunmen outside an Army barracks in Northern Ireland.

Tributes to two soldiers shot dead by Real IRA


A 19-year-old woman in Mexico was caught trying to smuggle her husband out of jail in a suitcase.

Woman tries to smuggle husband out of jail in suitcase


The official Star Trek convention is coming to New Jersey Aug. 13-15 and it promises to be an autograph and photo-op bonanza.

Star Trek convention coming to new Jersey


The Australian Rugby Union announced on Thursday that it would seek private investment in its domestic Super Rugby teams in a reversal of it's previous policy.


Total spending on 15 recall races, including the one targeting Gov. Scott Walker, will easily top $125 million.

Total spending on recall races tops $125 million


On Saturday at 12:17 pm, Atlantis reached and docked with the International Space Station, after a two-day-long trip.

Atlantis docked with the International space Station


The number of boating crashes in Virginia is up significantly from last year, and cheaper gasoline may be part of the reason.


Saxotech said it exceeded its 2010 revenue target as a result of product launches, enhancements, improved customer service and the acquisition of Data Science Inc., which added circulation software to its product line.


Liverpool was held to a 1-1 draw at home by lowly Wigan on Wednesday while Manchester City defeated Newcastle 2-0, a result likely to increase calls for Magpies manager Sam Allardyce to resign.


Ansar Burney, former caretaker Human Rights Minister has stressed the need to ease visa restrictions between Pakistan and India.

Burney stresses need to ease visa restrictions between Pakistan and India


Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and IBM announced a patent cross-license agreement, under which the companies will license their respective patent portfolios to each other.

Samsung Electronics and IBM announce patent cross-license agreement


The Camden library board, at the request of the mayor's office, postponed a decision Wednesday on whether to close one of its two remaining branches.

Camden library board postpones decision on closing branch


Sajiv Dhawan of JV Capital Services is of the view that private banks to remain under tremendous pressure.


The State Police bomb squad detonated a suspicious package at the intersection of Memorial Avenue and Oakridge Boulevard in Lynchburg Tuesday night.


(JURIST) The Maryland Senate (official website) on Thursday approved a gun control bill (SB 281 materials) that imposes tougher restrictions on obtaining a license to buy a firearm.

Maryland Senate approves gun control bill


Fife Fire and Rescue Service has unveiled its new major incident command unit as part of an investment of more than GBP5m in new state-of-the-art rescue equipment and facilities.

Fife Fire and Rescue Service unveils new major incident command unit.


Pune A phone call saved Vishal Chavan and Amol Tikale, both 20-year old art graduates from Amravati, who had already boarded the Nagpur-bound bus to go to Amravati to collect their degree certificates.


Chief Minister Punjab Shahbaz Sharif said that the people living in the province without an identity are being screened, adding this is a continuous process and nobody could be expelled from the province on the ground that he is non-Punjabi.


A third peregrine falcon chick was spotted at the Ambassador Bridge this week.

Third falcon chick spotted at Ambassador Bridge


Indian shares briefly turned negative after a positive start early Tuesday, as stubborn inflation and slowing growth kept investors on the sidelines.


Yeah...just when I thought this phase of my life was over I am sitting-here-having a nice hot cup of coffee and a glazed twist .


In Europe, stock markets also closed lower as worries over Basel's proposed capital requirement and disappointing results from JP Morgan in the US depressed financials.


Blackburn manager Steve Kean says he expects to face a battle to keep central defenders Chris Samba and Phil Jones during the transfer window.

Steve Kean expects battle to keep Samba and Jones


Titus Young, a former Detroit Lions wide receiver, was arrested for the third time in a week Friday night in San Clemente, Calif.

Former Detroit Lions receiver Young arrested for third time in a week


Honda announced a voluntary worldwide recall of 646,000 compact cars Friday so it could examine window switches that can overheat if exposed to liquid, potentially causing a fire.


Two Stoughton men pleaded not guilty at their arraignment Monday to charges stemming from an armed robbery of a pizza delivery employee.


Andy Roddick has renewed his sponsorship deal with French apparel maker Lacoste.

Roddick renews sponsorship deal with Lacoste


The Canadian dollar opened at 80.84 cents US this morning, up 0.19 of a cent from Wednesday's close.

Canadian dollar opens at 80.84 cents US, up 0.19 of a cent


Unfortunately, not everyone receives that same level of care.

Not everyone receives same level of care


API Nanotronics Corp., a leading supplier of electronic components and nanotechnology research and development to the defense and communications sectors, today announced a $4.7 million order from Rockwell Collins for custom communication components.

API Nanotronics announces $4.7 million order for custom communication components


Actor Riteish Deshmukh, who would be seen in Kya Super Kool Hai Hum, says it is important to maintain some kind of innocence in adult comedies without going overboard.

It's important to maintain innocence in adult comedy:


The TTC says it is investigating an incident between a ticket collector and two customers.

TTC investigating incident between collector, customers


In fact, Google AdWords pay per click is one of the best known ad campaign programs for various businesses.


And now that he's all grown up, he's ready to take on a man's job of hunting Saddam Hussein--back when Saddam was alive, of course, otherwise it wouldn't be very sporting--in the psychological thriller Mission:

Robert Pattinson will hunt down Saddam Hussein


European stocks are expected to open lower Wednesday as disappointing US corporate results spark worries about the second-quarter earnings season, amid ongoing concerns about the euro-zone debt crisis.


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Candidates contesting the Western Provincial Council election will receive their preferential number this week after the candidate lists and numbers are approved by the Elections Department.

Candidates receive preferential number this week


Jobs and energy prices dominated weekly addresses by Democrats and Republicans on Saturday, a day after government numbers showed the creation of 227,000 new jobs last month.


Quade Cooper has apologised for his Twitter comments criticising the ARU, the Wallabies and their coach Robbie Deans.


Two residential sites at Tanah Merah Kechil Road and Bright Hill Drive launched for sale today.


US President George W Bush will today unveil a $3 trillion budget that likely will spark anew the wrangling between the White House and the Democratic-led Congress over Iraq war funding, tax cuts and the sagging economy.


British actor James McAvoy and his wife of 4 years, actress Anne Marie Duff are expecting their first child together.

James McAvoy and Anne Marie Duff expecting first child


It is reported that the European scrap market has remained firm due to strong demand.

European scrap market remains firm due to strong demand


Israeli conglomerate Africa Israel Investments said on Tuesday it was in advanced talks to sell its 50 percent stake in the Gottex swimwear line to its two partners in the firm.

Africa Israel in talks to sell stake in Gottex


Rihanna canceled her show in Houston tonight due to an illness.


Clemens pleaded not guilty to charges that he lied to Congress when he testified in 2008 that he didn't illegally use performance enhancing drugs during his career.

Roger Clemens pleads 'not guilty' to lying to Congress


Hall of Famer Frank Robinson was hospitalized Thursday because of a rapid heartbeat and dizziness, and he later returned to a hotel to meet with baseball executives.

Hall of Famer Frank Robinson hospitalized


Rocker Marilyn Manson collapsed on stage in concert in Canada and had to receive medical attention on the spot.

Marilyn Manson collapses on stage in Canada --


Nepal will take on Kuwait on Friday at the Bayuemas Oval Cricket Ground in their first match of the second edition of the ACC U-16 Elite Cup being held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.


Construction crews working on Hamlin Road near Livernois in Rochester Hills hit a gas line break at about 12:20 pm, causing city fire officials and the Oakland County Sheriff's Office to shut down the roadway and evacuate nearby businesses.


Fearless fashion fan Nicki Minaj has apparently earned the honour of receiving a special gift from notoriously icy Vogue US editor Anna Wintour: a photo of the pair together with an inscribed personal message.

Nicki Minaj receives gift from fashion editor Anna Wintour


With an emotional episode chronicling the final moments of Captain Phil Harris' life, Deadliest Catch earned record ratings with 8.5 million viewers tuning in to watch the father and head of the Cornelia Marie say goodbye to his loved ones.

'Deadliest Catch' earns a record 8.5 million viewers


MediaCorp will discontinue TV Mobile, the free-to-air mobile digital television broadcast service, next year.

MediaCorp to discontinue TV Mobile from next year


Former Redskins running back Stephen Davis was arrested on Wednesday in Columbia, South Carolina for failing to pay taxes on a nightclub he owns in the area.


An inmate currently serving time for armed robbery has been charged in a five-year-old robbery attempt.


Financial giant Merrill Lynch is building a stateless data center where it can dynamically combine capacity with operating system and application components to meet its computing needs in real time.

Merrill Lynch building toward stateless data center


State police from White Pigeon are investigating an incident Sunday during which a 16-year-old girl was accosted by a man.


-The Children's Guild announced at its Cabaret for Kids gala honoring Frank and Janet Kelly that in recognition of the Kelly's generous donation to the Guild to help children with autism, its new autism center will be called The Janet and Frank Kelly Autism Center at The Children's Guild.

The Children's Guild's new autism Center to be called Janet and Frank Kelly autism Center


Cuba will host an international hip hop symposium from Aug. 17-21 that will be attended by musicians from Canada, the United States, France, Haiti and Colombia, state media reported Sunday, citing organizers.


International communications firm Hill & Knowlton has today agreed to acquire a majority stake in the Turkish public relations consultancy Global Tanitim Halkla Iliskiler AS.

Hill & Knowlton has agreed to acquire majority stake in Global Tanitim Halkla Iliskiler as


Local police are warning Tennessee fans not to storm the field after Saturday's game with Florida at Neyland Stadium.

Police warn Tennessee fans not to storm field


A coroner says the 16-year-old student killed at his South Carolina high school by a police officer was shot five times.


A NEW £35,000 sensory sound and lighting system will be officially unveiled at Victoria Park Leisure Centre on Friday May 11 by the new Mayor of Erewash, Cllr Jennifer Hulls.


Italy and Spain lifted early Friday their objections to an EU growth pact, Luxembourg Prime Minister Jean-Claude Juncker said after the two nations won measures aimed at easing market pressures.

Italy, Spain lift objections to growth pact:


Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State, yesterday, appealed to Lagosians to be more tax compliant, saying if more people voluntarily pay the right amount of income taxes the government would find enough money it needs to transform the state.

Fashola to Lagosians - be more tax compliant


Raymond James initiated coverage on shares of ACE Ltd in a research note issued on Friday.

Raymond James initiates coverage on ACE Ltd (ACE)


Target stores are taking action this week to help the Salvation Army.

Target takes action to help the Salvation Army


Pickering, referring Sri Lanka said, Peace without justice - not to be a very enduring peace, that's the lesson from many part of the world.

Peace without justice - not to be a very enduring peace --


A 19-year-old Rapid City man accused of shooting at a passing vehicle near Reptile Gardens in early February has pleaded not guilty to several charges.

Man accused of shooting at vehicle pleads not guilty


Titan has launched a new collection of gold timepieces along with the 'Taj Collection' for the festival season here.


The Florida Everblades made a move to sure up their goaltending behind starter John Muse, acquiring Joe Palmer from Gwinnett in exchange for future considerations.

Florida Everblades acquire goalie Joe Palmer from Gwinnett Gladiators for future considerations


Siemens AG on Wednesday launched an anti-corruption initiative with the World Bank that will distribute $100 million to nonprofit organizations over the next 15 years.

Siemens launches anti-corruption initiative


M & M Painting and Sand Blasting Ltd., of Cayuga, ON, was fined $70,000 for a violation of the Occupational Health and Safety Act after a worker was injured.

M & M Painting and Sand Blasting Ltd. fined $70,000 after worker injured


19 Mar, 16:14 - Donal MacIntyre has claimed that he will look like a ``Dodo'' on this week's Dancing On Ice.


President Obama has appointed Alan Krueger as his new top economic adviser.


US President Barack Obama has vowed to restore Wall Street trust by replacing existing regulations and putting a system in place to ensure that the ongoing financial crisis is not repeated.


Britney Spears banned junk food from her upcoming US tour in order to stay in shape.


Officials say a 30-year-old woman claims she was assaulted by her boyfriend and his sister when she told him to leave the home.

Woman claims she was assaulted by boyfriend


Three coqui frogs were found on Oahu this week.


The Pentagon has said that the US' relationship with Pakistan is settling into a more normal phase, following last week's revival of Pakistani supply routes into Afghanistan.

Relationship with Pakistan settling into normal phase:


BANK OF AMERICA is plotting an exit from private equity, as it looks to wind down its flagship $5bn buyout fund.


Lebanese artist Diana Haddad is on an Arab tour to promote her new 'khaliji' album released in November.

Diana Haddad on an Arab tour to promote album


Japan confirmed its fourth case of H1N1 flu Sunday in a teenager who recently returned from a school trip to Canada.


Celtic Crusaders and Salford City Reds were awarded places Tuesday in Europe's new-look Super League for three years from next season.

Celtic Crusaders and Salford awarded places in Super League


President Obama has approved a request by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy that he declare a pre-landfall emergency in Connecticut.

President Obama approves 'pre-landfall emergency' in Connecticut


Kangaroo Express convenience stores, owned by The Pantry Inc. cancelled all orders of alcoholic energy drinks last week, Ocala.com reported.

The Pantry cancelled orders of alcoholic energy drinks


An Alaska murder suspect who has been on the run for more than two years was captured in Guatemala, federal officials said Wednesday.

Alaska murder suspect on the run for two years captured in Guatemala


The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest's All-Terrain Vehicle, motor bike, horse and mountain bike trails are closed through April 30 during the spring thaw.


Turkish suspect in woman's death arrested A Turkish suspect in the killing of a New York City woman in Istanbul was arrested near the Syrian border Sunday, officials said.


Many wounded soldiers attended a ceremony that honored men and women who died while serving.


Australian shares fell 1.2 percent on Thursday as major miners BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto sank on weaker metal prices, while James Hardie slumped after it warned analysts of declining market share.


However, Yana Gupta has done what her counterparts dare not do -- she attended an event without underwear.

Yana Gupta attends event without underwear


AirMedia Group Inc., the operator of the largest digital media network in China dedicated to air travel advertising, and Shanghai Media Group, the second largest comprehensive media group in China, today announced that they have established a strategic partnership to provide TV programs to air travelers.

AirMedia and Shanghai media Group announce strategic partnership to provide TV programs to air travelers


Scarlett Johansson and Sean Penn were spotted holding hands during the White House Correspondents Dinner after-party that was held on Saturday evening ie 30th April 2011.

Scarlett Johansson and Sean Penn spotted holding hands


Prince George's County Police are investigating what they call a 'justifiable homicide' in Hillcrest Heights.

Prince George's County Police investigate 'justifiable homicide'


M&C Saatchi has created a new digital services general manager role and appointed former staffer Olivia Hall to fill the post.

M&C Saatchi creates digital general manager role


Brazil is rebuilding its major Antarctic research base, gutted in a fire more than a year ago, but millions of dollars worth of scientific data acquired over the years will be impossible to recover.

Brazil rebuilding Antarctic base gutted by fire


Swiss tennis great Roger Federer has hired Darren Cahill as his new coach.


Russia is expanding production of precision guided weapons, including Iskander tactical missiles, a deputy defense minister said in an interview published on Wednesday.

Russia expands production of precision guided weapons


London, Aug 18 Pop stars Lady Gaga, Demi Lovato and Katy Perry are reportedly set to pay a special tribute to Britney Spears at the forthcoming MTV video music awards.

Lady Gaga, Katy Perry to pay tribute to Britney Spears


A trio of hat tricks led the Mahar High School field hockey team to a 10-1 victory over Pioneer Valley Regional at Pioneer Valley Regional School on Wednesday.

Trio of hat tricks leads Mahar field hockey past Pioneer Valley Regional


Grain futures closed mixed Tuesday on the Chicago Board of Trade as the dollar made gains against the euro and the yen.


MAA announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Allure at Brookwood, a 349-unit high-end urban multi-family apartment community located in the Buckhead sub-market of Atlanta, Georgia.

Maa (maa) completes acquisition of Allure at Brookwood


Elisabeth Goergl of Austria became the ski world championship speed queen when she beat ailing stars Lindsey Vonn and Maria Riesch for her second gold, in the downhill on Sunday.

Goergl beats Vonn and Riesch for second gold, in downhill


Four months after losing the US presidential election to Barack Obama, Mitt Romney is joining his son's investment firm, a Romney adviser said last night.

Mitt Romney to join son's investment firm


Police Chiefs were being rewarded for failure, why I call it strange is because in the end if there is a problem where prisons are full of prisoners it is a burden on the tax payers and when it comes to rewarding for failure again it is a new burden for the tax payers in the United Kingdom.


England Lions reached 64 for no loss at lunch against Australia on the second day of the four-day match at Worcester, as the tourists struggled for a breakthrough in their final warm-up game before next week's Ashes series begins.

England Lions reach 64 without loss at lunch


Canadian hockey legend Guy Lafleur Thursday got a suspended sentence for giving contradictory testimony at his son's bail hearing.

Canadian hockey legend Guy Lafleur suspended


A lunch box containing $500 cash was stolen late Wednesday from a room at motel in West Huntington, according to an incident report filed at the Huntington Police Department.


Evangelist Billy Graham was hospitalized Sunday in Asheville, NC, for a pulmonary infection, staff members said.


Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf pledged yesterday to hold free elections as he began a European trip aimed at bolstering outside support, but urged the West not to hold Pakistan to unrealistic rights standards.

Musharraf pledges to hold free elections


Kevin Keegan, seen here in 2004, has made a dramatic return to Newcastle after being appointed as the Premier League club's new manager on Wednesday.

Keegan makes dramatic return to Newcastle


Mary Parent has come aboard to co-produce ``Pacific Rim,'' the robots vs. monsters actioner that Guillermo del Toro is helming for Legendary Pictures.


Several ministers, economic analysts and officials were of the view that the budget would further spur the Kingdom's sustained and balanced development in all sectors and improve the living conditions of citizens.

'Budget to spur sustained and balanced development'


Federal Defence Minister John Faulkner has ruled out withdrawing Australian troops from Afghanistan, saying it would undo nine years of hard work.


Carlos Tevez has said, yet again, that he wants to leave Manchester City due to family issues.


St. Louis Rams offensive tackle Jason Smith returned to practice after missing a month with a concussion, although the team considers the second pick of the draft a long shot to play in the finale Sunday.


A man found dead on a North Side baseball field after being assaulted last Thursday has been identified.

Man found dead on baseball field identified


Noted playwright PM Antony, who passed away here on Thursday, was laid to rest at his residence here with State honours on Friday.

Playwright Antony laid to rest with State honours


Magic point guard Jameer Nelson missed the team's game on Saturday because of a strained tendon in his right foot.

Jameer Nelson misses another game Saturday


Italian political leaders on Thursday held talks on forming a new government after elections in the austerity-stricken country that left no clear winner, amid rising tensions in the eurozone.

Italian political leaders hold talks on new government


Kelantan emerged as a new force in athletics on the 12th day of the 15th Malaysia Games grabbing four gold medals in the long distance events at the Darul Makmur Stadium here Thursday.

Kelantan emerge as a new force in athletics


Light-hitting infielder Alex Cora has agreed to a minor league contract with the St. Louis Cardinals and would get an US$800,000 deal if added to the 40-man roster.

Infielder Alex Cora agrees to minor league contract with St. Louis Cardinals


An injured Maoist died in a hospital here a few hours after his arrest from an area under Gurabandha police station in Jharkhand on Sunday, police said.


Governor David Paterson declares a state disaster emergency for 16 counties as thousands of people remain without power following Thursday's ice storm.


Specialty-food distributor United Natural Foods Inc. will replace Amerigroup Corp. in the S&P MidCap 400 index after the close of trading Friday, after WellPoint Inc. acquires the health-benefits provider.

United Natural Foods replacing Amerigroup in S&P MidCap index


THE SENATOR AND former presidential candidate David Norris is to publish his autobiography in October.

David Norris to publish autobiography in October


European Central Bank Executive Board member Juergen Stark said the European Union must keep its prohibition on government debt monetization.

Stark says must keep prohibition on government debt monetization


The Sacramento Bee and the San Diego Union-Tribune report today on a study by UCLA researchers and colleagues that found that nearly 1 million Californians seek medical care in Mexico each year.

Californians seeking medical care in Mexico


``I'm pretty calm and don't feel like a world champion,'' Povetkin said at a presser in Moscow.


Neldon Neal's sentencing date was delayed Tuesday because the defendant remained in the Missouri Department of Corrections rather than in Waynesville, a Pulaski County Circuit Court official said this afternoon.


Africa has its first handheld tablet to rival the iPad and similar western inventions, which went on sale in the Republic of Congo on Monday, its inventor Verone Mankou said.


Governor Deval Patrick has declared a State of Emergency for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, in response to approaching Hurricane Irene.

Gov. Deval Patrick declares state of Emergency


Chef Brian Polcyn closed his casual Cinco Lagos Mexican restaurant in downtown Milford on Tuesday, saying it was time to focus on other projects.

Chef Brian Polcyn closes Cinco Lagos in Milford


AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani was delighted for coach Leonardo with victory over Siena.

Ac Milan chief Galliani delighted for Leonardo after victory


Real estate company Unitech Ltd has rescheduled and repaid about Rs 600-700 crore of debt, which was due by March 2009.

Unitech reschedules, repays Rs 600-700-cr debt


The Los Angeles Times reports that President Obama has promised Mahmoud Abbas $400 million for development in the Palestinian territories.

Obama promises $400 million for palestinians


Shares of AAPL touched it's 50-day moving average from above but failed to break through the widely watched support line.

Shares of Apple Inc. (AAPL) failed to break the support line


The Cleveland Indians lost to Detroit Tigers 3-5 in the second game of their three-match regular series encounter on Wednesday, July 25 at Progressive Field in Cleveland.

Cleveland Indians lose to Detroit Tigers 3-5 --


A funeral home license was suspended for 6 months.


TUMBARUMBA Shire mayor Ian Chaffey believes change can be positive for the region and there is more to come.


ESSEX County Council has stepped in to save 21 bus services in the mid and north Essex areas after the firm Stansted Transit announced it was ceasing to operate.

Essex County Council steps in to save bus service


Asia Pacific has seen a nearly 50 percent rise in the sales of SAS Customer Intelligence solutions as compared to the previous period in 2009.

Asia Pacific sees rise in sale of SAS customer Intelligence solutions


Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Sunday morning left for a three-day visit to Russia.


Financial institutions, including banks and mutual funds, agreed to keep the CFS market fluid by fulfilling their commitments and continuing to provide funds from Tuesday onwards, Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan chairman Razi-ur-Rehman told our sources after a marathon meeting on Monday of the SECP, KSE and National Clearing Company, with a dozen banks and over half a dozen mutual funds.

Financial institutions agree to keep CFS market fluid


``Haiti is here'' is a music and poetry show that is possible thanks to the commitment and unselfish collaboration by first class artists.


Today at the SEMA show in Las Vegas, EA announced the first-ever Need for Speed Live festival, which will both act as a international competition and a chance to celebrate car culture.


Low-cost carrier, AirAsia has been recognized as the &top brand to watch

AirAsia recognized as the &top brand to watch


A train driver who was found collapsed in his cab at a railway station in Surrey has died.

Train driver found collapsed in cab at station dies


The Michigan Chronicle, a weekly publication recognized as the oldest African-American newspaper in Michigan, is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a Nov. 19 gala at the MGM Grand Detroit.

Michigan Chronicle celebrates 75th anniversary


More than 100,000 South Korean cultural properties have been found in other countries, China's Xinhua news agency reported quoting the state-run cultural research agency as saying said Wednesday.

Some 100,000 South Korean cultural properties found in other countries


State Minister for Industries and Production Ayatullah Durrani has said that sugar is available in the open market and the country has enough stocks of the commodity.


Demi Lovato, currently under treatment for ``emotional and physical issues'' at a medical center in Chicago, hopes to be home for Thanksgiving.

Demi Lovato could be home by Thanksgiving


Vice Chairman of Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. Lakshmi Narayanan sells 9,860 shares of CTSH on 02/02/2011 at an average price of $76.05 a share.

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. (CTSH) vice Chairman Lakshmi Narayanan sells 9,860 shares


Spain has declared a state of emergency as a wildcat strike by air traffic controllers paralysed airports for a second day.

Spain declares state of emergency over strike


Vancouver police have announced more recommended charges in the Stanley Cup riots, which occurred two years ago.

Vancouver police announce more recommended charges in Stanley Cup riots


House Democrats struck a deal on climate change legislation Tuesday evening, clearing the path for final House passage on Friday.


Tony Blair never did pray with George Bush before the invasion of Iraq, he said on Tuesday.

Tony Blair denies praying with George Bush


Smokers are really feeling the heat of a new federal tobacco tax.


A 10-year-old Mercer County girl is in critical condition after being shot in the head by a 15-year-old male relative yesterday, according to state police.

Mercer girl critical condition after being shot


Multiple attempts to cut Hopkinton's school budget failed yesterday, as residents distraught over taxes tried first for a deep reduction and then a smaller one, before trying again with the larger cut.


Tiger Woods finished with two straight birdies to win the Chevron World Challenge by a single shot from Zach Johnson.

Tiger Woods wins Chevron World Challenge


US President George W Bush proposed on Tuesday a record $ 3.1 trillion budget for fiscal 2009 that widens the government deficit with an economic stimulus and expenditures for the war in Iraq.

Bush proposes record $3.1 trillion budget


Exposure to nicotine by way of cigarette smoking may increase the likelihood that pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma will become metastatic, according to researchers from the Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson.

Smoking increases likelihood that pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma will become metastatic


Paul McCartney on Thursday became the final Beatle to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, two days after the release of his latest album, ``Kisses On The Bottom.

Paul McCartney receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame


The last day to register to vote in the coming Phoenix election is Monday.

Register to vote in Phoenix election by Monday


The Succession to the Crown Bill passed its final stage in Parliament last night when it was approved by the House of Lords, and will receive Royal Assent as early as next week.

Succession to the Crown Bill passed final stage in Parliament last night


A former corrections officer in Frankfort and his wife have been charged with illegally using food stamps that belong to someone else.

Former corrections officer, wife charged with illegally using food stamps


An Army carry team follows through the fog the transfer vehicle containing the remains of Army Pfc.

Army carry team follows transfer vehicle containing ...


A PREGNANT woman was taken to hospital after a blaze at her South Tyneside home.

Pregnant woman taken to hospital after blaze


Viveka Babajee, a former Indian supermodel, committed suicide by hanging herself at her suburban Bandra residence late on Friday night, a family friend said.

Former supermodel viveka Babajee commits suicide


A Chattanooga Police officer suffered cuts Wednesday night in a scuffle with a robbery suspect.

Chattanooga Police officer cut in scuffle with robbery suspect


Former world heavyweight champion Joe Frazier is fighting for his life with advanced liver cancer.


The Oregon Department of Transportation Reports that excessive speed was the number one cause of traffic fatalities and injuries in the state last year.

Speed is the number one cause of traffic fatalities & injuries


Australia crushed India by an innings and 68 runs in the second Test in Sydney on Friday to take a 2-0 series lead with two Tests to play.


Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Ivica Dacic has stated that Serbia has chosen compromise with the EU and continues the defense of its national and state interests.

Serbia continues defense of national and state interests


South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsey Graham BLASTED President Obama and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid for putting what he called ``phony'' immigration law changes ahead of a major climate-change bill that Graham said late last week he and other Senators were about to introduce.

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham blasts President Obama


ET breaks news that a large fire broke out at the Universal Studios backlot in Los Angeles in the early hours of Sunday morning, nearby where today's MTV Movie Awards are scheduled to take place at the Gibson Amphitheater.


More than 100 passengers were stranded for over two hours today when a high speed commuter train caught fire.

Passengers stranded for two hours after high speed train catches fire


EventNow reports Michael Jordan weds again to his longtime girlfriend and it was a happy and joyous occasion that besides the guests of honor's enjoyed but also all of the guests attending.


Despite US President Barack Obama's anti-outsourcing policies, global financial firm Moody's has said India will continue to remain a top outsourcing destination.

India will remain a top outsourcing destination:


Canadian students who have visited Borehamwood as part of a cultural exchange organised by Rotarians say they will definitely be back again.

Canadian students visit to Borehamwood as part of cultural exchange


The truth is that B. Hussein Obama needs to read his own Bible.


Debby Boone Debby Boone will star in Reflections of Rosemary on May 20 at 7pm and 9pm at Yoshi's Jazz Club.

Debby Boone to star in Reflections of Rosemary at Yoshi's Jazz Club


Slingsby starts well in Laser worlds Updated: 17:20, Saturday May 5, 2012 Australia's Tom Slingsby will try to build on his early lead at the Laser world titles after a perfect opening day against key Olympic rivals in northern Germany.


SAO PAULO Brazilian police say a thief cut off and stole a woman's long hair while she waited at a bus stop.

Brazil police say thief stole woman's long hair


CGGVeritas announced today its non-audited first quarter 2011 consolidated results.

CGGVeritas announces first quarter 2011 results


Buses will replace some trains this Queens Birthday weekend to allow KiwiRail and Auckland Transport to continue upgrading the rail network and prepare it for electrification.

Buses replace some trains this Queens Birthday weekend


Deep brain stimulation that targets the reward centers of the brain rather than only feeding behaviors could be effective in treating obesity.

Deep brain stimulation could treat obesity


Watford manager Sean Dyche believes his side deserved a point at Doncaster Rovers but did accept they lacked quality going forward.

'We deserved a point despite lacking quality'


Electronic Arts today announced that the award-winning Need for Speed NITRO has gone gold and will be in stores early, arriving to retailers on November 3rd in North America and on November 6th in Europe.


Chinese President Xi Jinping gave a joint written interview to the media of Trinidad and Tobago, Costa Rica and Mexico ahead of his state visits to the three countries.

President Xi Jinping gives joint interview


Train crushed a 25-year old man to death near Airport Housing Society, Chaklala, in the limits of Airport police station on Sunday.


The fires in Pigeon Forge are almost out tonight thanks to heavy rain in Tennessee on Monday.


A MAN found dead in a flat in Hamels Drive, Hertford, on Saturday has been named.


Wolves have held talks with James Harper after being given permission by Reading to speak with the midfielder.


Kate Walsh, whose Dr. Addison Montgomery is the ``Grey's Anatomy'' character who sparked the ``Grey's'' spin-off ``Private Practice,'' will be leaving ``PP'' next season.


A Richmond city employee is facing charges of stalking and indecent exposure after authorities said he repeatedly followed a woman in the city's West End and acted in an obscene manner.

Richmond city employee charged with stalking


Bayer Leverkusen got a late 1-0 victory against Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga on Sunday from Michal Kadlec, with Simon Rolfes setting up the winner after coming on for Michael Ballack.

Leverkusen get late 1-0 victory against Bremen


A young man who broke into a teenage girl's bedroom while drunk was sentenced to one year's probation Tuesday in Sarnia court.


Samajwadi Party workers staged protests at district headquarters all over Uttar Pradesh as part of their three-day long 'Ghera dalo-dera dalo' programme against 'anti-people policies' of the BSP government in the state.

Sp workers stage protests at up district headquarters


Raul Meireles has submitted a written transfer request to Liverpool as the clock ticks down to the closure of the summer transfer window.

Raul Meireles submits transfer request to Liverpool


The White Mountain Democrats will hold its second annual membership party from 5-6:30 pm Thursday, Aug. 23, at El Rancho Restaurant in Pinetop.

White Mountain Democrats holding annual membership party Aug. 23


Lewes suffered a third straight defeat as they went down 2-0 away to third-placed Weymouth at the Wessex Stadium.


The ToonSeum, a storefront museum dedicated to comics and cartoon art, is ready to expand its location in the Cultural District Downtown.


Turkey has strongly condemned the terror attacks in Indian cities of Bangalore and Ahmadabad on July 25th and 26th.


Yes you read that correctly, designer Dame Vivienne Westwood is releasing an album next week.


Las Cruces Public Schools got badly hit by winter storms, delaying the classes.

Las Cruces Public Schools hit by winter storms!


California officials said the state unemployment rate shot up half a percentage point to 6.2 percent in March from the previous month.


Peruvian financial services group Credicorp has acquired a 49.9% stake in Willis Perú, the local subsidiary of global insurance broker Willis Group Holdings, the former said in a release.


The EU agreed to ban naked credit default swaps, which traders use to bet on countries failure to pay debt.


The Ghost Writer, starring Pierce Brosnan, Ewan McGregor, Kim Cattrall and Olivia Williams, opens in theaters Friday, February 19.

The Ghost Writer starring Pierce Brosnan opens in theaters February 19


LONDON - Drugmaker AstraZeneca PLC says it is abandoning plans to develop a new anti-ovarian cancer drug and also says a planned antidepressant has underperformed in tests.

AstraZeneca abandoning anti-ovarian cancer drug


The Hokies earned their first ever NCAA Tournament bid, after having arguably their best season in program history.

Hokies earn first ever NCAA tournament bid


The FBI says the so-called ``Geezer Bandit'' has struck again in San Diego.


A legal ruling came down Thursday that clears four Amarillo city commissioners.

Legal ruling clears Amarillo city commissioners


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that he hopes to resume peace talks with the Palestinians within weeks but would not commit himself to a two-state solution.

Netanyahu hopes to resume peace talks within weeks


A second autopsy was conducted on Michael Jackson at the request of his family members on Saturday, June 27.

Second autopsy conducted on Michael Jackson


During a national conference on poverty, French Prime Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault vehemently denounced French tax exiles for avoiding ``solidarity'' with their fellow citizens.


Reds left-hander Aroldis Chapman will make his spring debut on Monday in relief against the Royals.


Javy Guerra, who pitched a scoreless inning of relief in the Dodgers' 2-1 win over the Padres on Friday night, will take a bereavement leave Saturday to be with his father, who is hospitalized in Mexico after suffering a heart attack Friday morning.

Guerra to take bereavement leave to be with father


Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle will step up his Ashes campaign by spearheading Victorian Bushrangers' attack against Western Australia in Saturday's one-day cup clash.


RICHARD GERE was honoured with a lifetime achievement award at the 20th annual Hamptons Film Festival in New York over the weekend.

Richard Gere honoured at Hamptons Film Festival


President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday approved extension in service of six additional judges of the Lahore High Court and the Sindh High Court for a period of one year.

Zardari approves extension in service of six judges


A MAN accused of burgling a house he entered by posing as a Customs officer failed to appear for his scheduled trial today.


Korean Air, South Korea's flagship airline, announced today its financial results for the second quarter of 2010 ending on June 30, 2010, which hit a record high in terms of the operating revenue.


COLLINGWOOD key defender Chris Tarrant will miss the next three to four AFL matches with a calf muscle injury.

Chris Tarrant to miss up to four matches


A 41-year-old Nova Scotia man has been charged hitting a pedestrian with a snowplow in a crosswalk.


A stunningly well preserved 300 million-year-old forest was discovered in China.


The German electronics and engineering group Siemens has announced plans to cut 4,200 jobs as part of a restructuring of its information technology division.

Electronics giant Siemens cuts 4,200 jobs


George Clooney talks turning 50 in the latest ``Parade'' magazine.


Some phone makers are exploring alternatives to the Android operating system in the wake of Apple's recent patent victory over Samsung.

Phone makers explore alternatives to Android operating system


Sam's Club, the warehouse club division of Wal-Mart Stores Inc, said on Monday that its is closing 10 money-losing stores and that 1,500 jobs would be lost.

Sam's Club closing 10 stores, 1,500 jobs to be lost


Paul Lambert is fully aware of the threat Arsenal will pose his Norwich side, but insists he will 'give it a go' against the Gunners on Saturday.


Fulham forced Tottenham to settle for a drab goalless draw at White Hart Lane on Friday.


Climate change may hit the sugar industry in the state with sugarcane crop yields being reduced by up to 30% in the future with long-term socio-economic implications for many farmers.


An elderly woman whose family has lived in the same house for 100 years has pleaded with Derry City Council to help her get a good night's sleep.

Elderly woman pleads for 'good night's sleep'


Dodgers announcer Vin Scully, 82, was hospitalized after falling and bumping his head, but he is said to be doing well and will be back at work shortly.

Vin Scully hospitalized after fall, but doing well


Baltimore police will use federal stimulus money to supply officers with specially equipped Blackberries.


In a major respite to BCCI and IPL team owners, the Corporate Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid has given clean chit to IPL teams, saying there are no tax violations by franchises.


His Royal Highness Prince Mohamed Bolkiah, Minister Of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Her Royal Highness Pengiran Anak Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Zariah, have arrived in Kuwait City, the State of Kuwait for a three-day visit.

Prince Mohamed Bolkiah have arrived in Kuwait City


The 23rd annual Gathering of Quilts will begin Saturday at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts.


Denmark's Vestas, the world's largest manufacturer of wind turbines, unveiled its new offshore turbine, aimed at meeting increased demand from offshore farms planned in Northern European waters.


Former Tennessee Lieutenant Governor and Senate Speaker John S. Wilder has died at age 88.

Former Tennessee lieutenant governor John S. Wilder dies


Mobile analytics company Motally has completed its first round of funding, which was led by BlueRun Ventures with additional participation from Ron Conway, who invested in Twitter.


The Emergency Management Director of Nelson County has been suspended following allegations of embezzlement.


April 15, 2013 Afghan commandos killed 22 insurgents on Monday during an operation to capture a Taliban commander in eastern Afghanistan, police and the US military said.


Crisis-hit Toyota said yesterday global sales rose 13 percent year-on-year in February, but analysts warned that the fall-out from recent mass safety recalls would continue to hang over the car giant.

Toyota global sales rise by 13 percent in February


Barack Obama who was recently endorsed by Al Gore, has also met previous presidential loser Michael Dukakis to get tips on losing the general election.


Rep. Gabrielle Giffords is progressing in ``leaps and bounds'' and is able to breathe on her own, her medical team reported Friday at the Houston hospital where she is undergoing rehabilitation.

Rep. Gabrielle Giffords progressing by 'leaps and bounds'


The Mark Pavelich owned Maximum Fighting Championship will be adding the bantamweight division to its ever growing number of weight divisions in 2013.

Maximum fighting Championship to add bantamweight division in 2013


US President George W Bush has said America continues to face grave threat from terrorists, who are not only determined but also are patiently waiting to strike back.

US continues to face grave threat from terrorist:


SYDNEY-based musician Old Man River will support Newton Faulkner on his national tour in September.

Old Man River to support Newton Faulkner tour


Tens of thousands of students took to the streets of Spanish cities on Wednesday to protest against government spending cuts that have left many classrooms without heating.

Thousands of students take to the streets to protest against cuts


An off duty police officer from Pennsylvania is being charged for malicious assault outside of a nightclub near Chester.

Off duty police officer charged for malicious assault


LeAnn Rimes is afraid of Brandi Glanville for real and feared she was going to kill her because she considered a restraining order against the Real Housewife of Beverly Hills star.

LeAnn Rimes is afraid of Brandi Glanville and considered a restraining order


Bank of America has reportedly merged its corporate and investment banking businesses and appointed Christian Meissner, Paul Donofrio and Michael Rubinoff to run the business jointly.

Bank of America merges corporate, investment banking businesses


Stirling Mortlock has given himself 48 hours to prove his fitness, otherwise he'll stand himself down from Sunday morning's match against the Durban Sharks.


President Asif Ali Zardari has advised the government to step up the implementation of Benazir Income Support Programme to provide safety net to the poorest of the poor in the country.

President Zardari for stepping up implementation of Benazir Income Support Programme


GANGLAND widow Judy Moran has been found guilty of murdering her brother-in-law Des ``Tuppence''' Moran.


Winner of the third season of RuPaul's Drag Race and past Frontiers cover model Raja has released her second single, ``Sublime.''


Emir of Mubi in Adamawa State, Alhaji Abubakar Isah Ahmadu, has alerted Governor Murtala Nyako on cholera epidemic ravaging the entire emirate.


A Coconut Creek man was killed in a motorcycle collision early Saturday morning in Boca Raton.

Coconut Creek man killed in motorcycle collision


A pilots' training facility, capable of providing advanced training to over 40,000 trained cockpit crew a year, would come up in Greater Noida in the next 14 months.

Pilots' training facility to come up in Greater Noida


Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Sunday said the massive turnout in Jammu and Kashmir was a ``vote for democracy'' with the party chief saying it is a ``lesson to be learnt by our neighbours'', an apparent reference to Pakistan.


PayPal is retiring its Money Market Fund on July 29, 2011.


Photo by WENN Justin Timberlake has admitted that he doesn't take his music career seriously as he sees himself as an all-round entertainer.

Justin Timberlake admits that he doesn't take music career seriously


The no.1 question on everyones mind has been what should go on last at wrestlemania 26? should it be shawn and taker because no one can follow it? or should it be one of the world title matches?

What should go on last at wrestlemania 26!


Watch College Football game Army vs Rutgers Football Live Streaming free Week 7.


The Chinese government resolutely opposes all foreign interference in the country's internal ethnic affairs under the excuses of ``ethnicity,'' ``religion'' and ``human rights,'' said a white paper issued by the Information Office of the State Council here Sunday.

China opposes all foreign interference in internal ethnic affairs: white paper


Australian pace legend Glenn McGrath will be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame during the the third Test between Australia and Sri Lanka starting January 4 in Sydney.

Glenn McGrath to be inducted into ICC Cricket Hall of Fame


Hillary Scott and Chris Tyrrell got married in the presence of her close friends and family in upstate New York on Saturday.


Jesse James allegedly had a second mistress that he began seeing while married to Sandra Bullock.


The University of Minnesota is imposing a systemwide ``hiring pause'' as it deals with economic uncertainty.

University of Minnesota imposes 'hiring pause'


A former Edmonton high school teacher has been accused of sexually assaulting one of his students.

Former Edmonton teacher accused of sexually assaulting student


When it comes to fertility, timing can be everything.


in NFL Draft The NFL Network is reporting that the Tennessee Titans have scheduled an official visit and workout with former Washington QB Jake Locker.

Titans schedule official visit and workout with Jake Locker


Billboard reports Rihanna's attorney says the singer would testify against Chris Brown if called as a witness in her boyfriend's assault case.


Football's coming home to Banbury thanks to a new piece of public art at one of the key gateways to the town.


``On Friday after a flat opening, our market witnessed buying interest and moved up towards 5,480 levels. But at higher levels in the absence of any positive trigger and follow up buying it could not sustained then closed around 5,450 levels. Market is likely to trade in a broader range of 5,350 to 5,500 levels, whereas any range breakout on either side may give further direction to the market. On downside if it falls below 5,400 levels then selling pressure may get intensify in the market towards 5,380-5,350 levels, which is next important support for the market. On upside if it sustains above 5,500 levels then only further up move may be seen in the market towards new zone. Our markets are tumbling from recent 30 months high levels with volumes so we are advising to be cautious in the market,`` said the broking house Anand Rathi.

Market is likely to trade in the range of 5,350 - 5,500:


India and Pakistan have agreed to resume formal peace talks for the first time since the Mumbai attacks in 2008, the NDTV news channel said Thursday, citing unnamed government sources.

India, Pakistan to resume formal peace talks


US home prices fell in most major cities for the second straight month, further evidence that the housing recovery will be bumpy.


Researchers writing in BioMed Central's open access International Journal of Health Geographics cautioned that cold and dry weather has been associated with an increased incidence of prostate cancer.

Cold and dry weather associated with prostate cancer


Music legend and Hudson Valley treasure Levon Helm is being laid to rest today.


Nottingham is one of 16 cities currently vying to be one of the final 12 selected as host cities for England's world cup bid, but what does it have to offer?


The Pittsburgh Pirates donated $50,000 to Manatee County prior to a game at McKechnie Field on Saturday.

Pittsburgh Pirates donate $50,000 to Manatee county


Free-agent guard Raja Bell decided to sign with the Utah Jazz instead of the Lakers, accepting more money than the Lakers could have offered.

Raja Bell signs with Utah, accepting more money than Lakers could offer


Today former Tennessee wideout Denarius Moore inked a deal with the Oakland Raiders valued at $2.2 million over four years.


The Italian cartoon Dylan Dog, in fact, after years of false starts, is finally getting its movie version produced in North America, and will be shot in Toronto in July.

Italian cartoon will be shooting in Toronto


In light of the current economic climate the City and the County are considering delaying some major projects around town.


A Milford man who used to work at the New Canaan Nature Center faces child porn charges after it was discovered on his work computer.


New disturbances have been reported in London this evening and a number of youths have been arrested.


Stage and screen veteran John Benjamin Hickey will appear in a March 1 episode of ``The Good Wife,'' according to digitalspy.com.

John Benjamin Hickey to appear on ``the Good Wife''


Former co-stars Courteney Cox and Matthew Perry reunite on set Tuesday, nine years after their sitcom ``Friends'' ended, to film scenes together for Perry's new NBC show ``Go On.''

Courteney Cox and Matthew Perry reunite:


India is tapping the potential of its rich Buddhist heritage by wooing more tourists from East and South East Asian countries.

India taps potential of rich Buddhist heritage


International ratings agency Standard & Poor's on Friday reaffirmed its top triple-A credit rating for Britain, saying British economy is ``wealthy, open and diversified.''


British pay-TV giant BSkyB on Tuesday posted higher net profits thanks to rising subscribers and announced plans to create 1,300 jobs over the next two years.

BSkyB posts higher profits; to create 1,300 jobs


Former Israeli President Moshe Katsav was convicted of rape Thursday, a dramatic fall from grace for a man who rose from humble beginnings to become a symbol of achievement for Jews of Middle Eastern origin.

Former Israeli president Katsav convicted of rape


Turkey will start oil and gas exploration in Turkish-controlled northern Cyprus within two months, Energy Minister Taner Yildiz said.

Turkey to start oil, gas exploration on northern Cyprus


The Central Criminal Court sat in Naas, Co Kildare, today for the first time ever.


Occupy St. Louis will host the Occupy the Midwest regional conference, a four day event, which will run from March 15 to march 18.

St. Louis to host Occupy the Midwest conference


A former Baltimore City police officer has been given a probation before judgement sentence for misconduct in office.

Former officer sentenced for misconduct in office


A MAN has died after a crash in near Kineton in the early hours of today.


Two NATO soldiers were killed in southern Afghanistan on Tuesday, the military said, bringing to 595 the number of foreign troops to die in the Afghan conflict so far this year.


Nicole Scherzinger has revealed that she has 'good chemistry' with her X Factor co-host Steve Jones.

Nicole Scherzinger 'has chemistry' with Steve Jones


Delta Air Lines , the world's largest carrier, said on Tuesday it would cut its international capacity by an additional 10 percent starting in September as the global economic downturn batters the industry.


Jack Osbourne has become a dad for the first time.


Pfizer Inc said on Friday that its experimental rheumatoid arthritis drug met the main goals of a late-stage clinical trial, a welcome boost for the world's largest drugmaker as it seeks new products to offset those that are losing patent protection.

Pfizer arthritis drug meets main goals of trial


Russia has warned Poland against hosting American fighter jets as part of a NATO missile system plan, saying that it would attempt to counter the move.


A member of the committee for development under the parliament of Iran, Mehrdad Lahuti, said that Iran plans to renew its civilian air fleet and spend $5 billion on it, Iran News reports.


The Lowell police chief has died nearly a week after being critically injured in a motorcycle crash.


The Lookout Mountain, Ga., Town Council on Thursday night decided to stick to its original Town Center plan and to open bids for developing it on Sept. 15.

Lookout Mountain, Ga., to stick to original Town Center plan;


Vanilla Ice has been arrested in South Florida on a simple battery charge.The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office says the 39-year-old rapper was arrested late Thursday night following an incident at his home in Wellington.


Eau Claire deputies team up with the Department of Justice to stop a child pornography operation in Fall Creek.

Deputies stop child pornography operation in Fall Creek


ZIMBABWE is losing millions of dollars to the Chinese in untendered government projects like the US$98 million National Defence College and Long Cheng Plaza in Belvedere whose workmanship is of substandard quality, local engineers say.

Zim loses millions over Chinese projects


Yves Rocher, who founded a plant-based cosmetics line which now has a turnover of billions of dollars a year, died in Paris on Saturday, aged 79.

Cosmetics entrepreneur Yves Rocher dies at 79


Canadian singer Celine Dion has postponed a series of Australian concerts as part of her world tour due to a throat infection, her publicists said on Friday.

Celine Dion postpones Australian concerts


Shawn Hill won his arbitration case against the Washington Nationals today and will earn $775,000 this season.


A West Frankfort woman is accused of credit card theft and identity theft.

West Frankfort woman accused of identity theft


Stocks to watch on the Australian stock exchange at the close on Friday: up 11 cents, or 0.38 per cent, at $29.12 up 15 cents, or 0.22 per cent, at $69.83 up 4.0 cents, or 0.13 per cent, at $31.10 down 4.0 cents, or 0.13 per cent, at $31.25 Banks have rejected calls for a new tax on the industry, saying the move would hurt retirees and small businesses.


World champions South Africa were booed off the field after losing 27-15 to Australia in their Tri-Nations test.


Turkmenistan auctioned over 170,000 tons of oil products from the Turkmenbashi refinery, and refineries in the Saydi and Nayip gas-processing complex today at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange.

Turkmenistan auctions over 170,000 tons of oil products