Bizarrely it would appear that the government is looking to charge interest on crisis loans even though these loans are made to the most vulnerable and low-income families in the UK.

Government to charge interest on crisis loans


Japan is aiming for a top five finish at the London Olympics 2012 with its athletes fired up in an effort to rewrite the country's history in the Games.

Japan aims for top five finish at London Olympics


A Wednesday afternoon storm left a diagonal path of destruction in Vardaman from Smith Street over to Gaines.

Wednesday storm leaves path of destruction in Vardaman


Iran exported some $14 billion worth of petrochemical products to 60 countries last calendar year, which ended on March 19, said the National Petrochemical Company managing director on Saturday.

Iran exports petrochemicals to 60 countries


Charl Schwartzel won the Madrid Masters after a flawless five-under-par 66 left him three shots ahead of Ricardo Gonzalez.


We all know the WWE released Maryse a few days ago.


A Tennessee tax preparer in the city of Soddy-Daisy will will lose his firm in the first step by bankruptcy trustee Jerry Farinash to track down millions of dollars of investors' money that has disappeared.


Researchers have shed light on a mechanism behind chronic kidney disease, which was previously thought to be unrelated to the condition.

Researchers shed light on mechanism behind chronic kidney disease


African tea prices rose to a record for the third time in four weeks as poor weather hurt crops, Africa Tea Brokers Ltd reported.

African tea prices rise to record on poor weather:


Two lawsuits have been filed against the US Defence of Marriage Act, which bars federal recognition of gay marriage.

Two lawsuits filed against US Defence of marriage Act


A man stole a used car after taking it for a test drive around a dealership lot.


A HIGHLAND councillor's disability allowance has been stopped as he is investigated over allegations of benefit fraud, the Press and Journal has learned.

Councillor's disability allowance is stopped


The Dominica government says it will review its economic citizenship programme after Britain said it was contemplating imposing visa restrictions on citizens.

Government to review economic citizenship programme


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Two years after she was released from 18 years of captivity, Jaycee Dugard is suing the feds for failing to effectively monitor her kidnapper, convicted sex offender Phillip Garrido, who was on parole when he abducted her in 1991.


State police are investigating an alleged assault in Estill County Friday afternoon that resulted in a man being airlifted to UK Hospital and a woman also being hurt.

Police investigate alleged assault in Estill County


Patrick drew from his own inspirational story to praise Obama during a prime-time speech Tuesday at the Democratic National Convention, holding the Pepsi Center crowd rapt two slots ahead of Sen. Hillary Clinton, the night's featured speaker.

Patrick draws on own story to praise Obama


SPILLDOKTOR has released the new SDPB300 drum lifter, which the company claims features a well engineered hydraulic lifting mechanism and a small overall footprint.

Spilldoktor releases SDPB300 drum lifter


The NWFP Governor on Monday promulgated ordinance called ``the Code of Criminal Procedure Ordinance 2008''.


The brother of the late former South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun was released from prison Saturday under a presidential pardon marking Korea's independence from Japan's 1910-45 colonial rule.

Brother of late S. Korean President Roh released from prison under presidential pardon


Police in the Keweenaw are asking for the public's help locating the owner of a safe that was found in a river in northern Houghton County.


Comcast is installing dozens of routers with antennas to create nearly 200 Wi-Fi hotspots across Sonoma County for its Internet customers, officials said Thursday.

Comcast creating nearly 200 Wi-Fi hotspots in Sonoma County


The Hang Seng Index closed at 12,861.49 on Monday, down 416.72 points or 3.1 per cent.

Hang Seng Index closed at 12,861.49, down 416.72 points


Live Sport Reports Red Bull slam Webber speculation Red Bull have rejected suggestions that Mark Webber's days with the team are numbered as a result of the controversy that erupted at Sunday's Malaysian Grand Prix.


A north end Boise man has been reported missing and his friends and family are appealing to the community for information.


An international conference in Adelaide will hear how the world's zoos are becoming refugee camps for critically endangered animals threatened by climate change.

Zoos becoming 'refugee camps for animals'


He's on the mend and has been released from an LA hospital after dealing with what's described as ``mild kidney failure.''


The ECB cannot be the lender of last resort for troubled euro zone states, one of its top policymakers said on Thursday, underscoring the bank's continued resistance to fierce pressure for it to take a more active role in calming the debt crisis.


A 42-year-old fugitive sex offender was arrested in Clinton as he sought to volunteer with children at a local bible study program, authorities said.

Fugitive sex offender arrested in Clinton


US regulators have allowed a Canadian company to restart its Keystone oil pipeline after completing repairs and safety tests.

US regulators allow restart of transcanada oil pipeline


The JD on Friday asked the BJP to review its stand on the presidential polls and back the candidature of the UPA nominee Pranab Mukherjee for the top constitutional post of the country.


OSLO, Norway -John Arne Riise scored an injury-time penalty to give Norway a 2-1 win over Slovenia in a World Cup qualifier Tuesday.

Riise's penalty gives Norway 2-1 win over Slovenia


Gold prices recovered smartly and once again regained the 17K level at the bullion market during the week under review due to fresh buying by stockists supported by firm trend in the global markets.


Reliance Communications, country's second-largest mobile-phone operator, said it paid about Rs 5,000 crore of debt ahead schedule to cut interest costs.

Rcom pays Rs 5,000 cr debt ahead of schedule


Back in February, Rick Perry shot a coyote with the laser-sighted concealed handgun he carries while jogging.


Canwest Global Communications Corp. (?Canwest? or the ?Company?) announced today that it has sold The New Republic as part of an ongoing effort to improve its balance sheet.


Kris Jenner is ``really nervous'' about her daughter Kim Kardashian giving birth baby in Los Angeles next month.

Kris Jenner 'nervous' about Kim Kardashian giving birth


US Catholic bishops announced plans on Thursday for an ambitious public relations drive to soften and shape their image and reach out to the younger generation using social media.

US Catholic bishops announce ambitious public relations drive to soften image


The BMW Group announced today that it will invest an extra £500m in its UK production network over the next three years.

BMW to invest an extra £500m in its UK production network


Somdev Devvarman has said Rohan Bopanna's sensational victory over South Africa No.1 Rik De Voest on the opening day inspired him to stage a fight back and win the crucial reverse singles to take India to the elite World Group of Davis Cup tennis for the first time in 11 years.


The Greenwave athletic teams that competed for 3A state titles are expected to arrive in Fallon between 11 pm and midnight.

Greenwave expected to arrive in Fallon between 11 pm and midnight


Bank of Cyprus suspends its operations in Romania, plans to sell the bank.

Bank of Cyprus suspends operations in Romania


Mariah Carey has revealed that ``something bad'' happened to her when she was 12 - as she admits she was a ``tease'' at that age.

Mariah Carey reveals something bad happened to her when she was 12


Egypt deported on Wednesday five Germans accused of religious extremism, airport sources told Deutsche Presse-Agentur, dpa.

Egypt deports five Germans accused of religious extremism


Craigslist came under fire again Monday when a human rights group took out an ad that detailed the ordeals of two women it described as survivors of Craigslist sex trafficking, and asked the site to shut down its adult services section.

Craigslist asked to shut down 'adult Services' section


As we reported previously, actress Emma Watson was due to attend the Empire magazine awards tonight in London, England.

Emma Watson attends Empire magazine awards in London


Plymouth Argyle will 'not get carried' away after their 4-0 win over Accrington in League Two, according to manager Carl Fletcher.

Plymouth Argyle will 'not get carried away' - Fletcher


India should bear in mind that its actions in the South China Sea will push China to the limit, said an editorial in Global Times on Friday.The strongly worded article appeared following media report that Indian state owned oil company will cooperate with Vietnam on oil and gas exploration in the waters of the South China Sea.China cherishes the Sino-Indian friendship, but this does not mean China values it above all else, said the article in widely popular Global Times.Though Vietnam has inked similar cooperation agreements with companies from other countries before, this does not simply concern the exploration of resources but to serious political provocation, the editorial stated.

Indian action in South China Sea to push China to limit:


A police officer was injured and neighbours were terrified when a teenage birthday party spiralled out of control at Tinbeerwah on Saturday night.


Tensai viciously attacks his worshiper Sakamoto.


JSW Steel, which has scaled down steel production at its key plant in southern India after abrupt disruption of iron ore supplies from state-run miner NMDC, may have to shut the plant completely if the situation does not improve, Vice-Chairman Sajjan Jindal told reporters.

JSW Steel may shut plant if situation does not improve


Eden Prairie-based Supervalu said Wednesday that it will close 60 stores nationwide, though no store closings have been announced in Minnesota at this point.


Italy and Serbia have agreed to cooperate in the energy sector with plans for electricity and renewable energy projects that will involve Italy's Terna and Seci Energia, the industry ministry said.

Italy, Serbia agree to cooperate in energy sector


Two moderate-risk sex offenders have changed their addresses, according to the Fargo Police Department.

Two sex offenders change their addresses


POLICE have confirmed that a man died at a house fire at The Beeches this afternoon.


In a landmark decision, the Court of Appeal has not only upheld a Prenuptial Agreement but also called on the Government to introduce formal changes to the existing law.

Court of Appeal upholds Prenuptial Agreement


Microsoft has announced that it has 1.6 million private SkyDrive users in Germany as more consumers use online hard drives for storing data.

'Microsoft has 1.6 million private SkyDrive users in Germany'


A small tornado hit an area north of Montreal on Saturday as part of a storm that left more than 90,000 homes and businesses without power.


Cadbury Plc., now part of Mondelez International Inc., used a nonexistent factory in India to avoid about $46 million in taxes, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing a report by the Indian tax authorities.

Cadbury used nonexistent factory in India to avoid taxes --


On July 1, the New Mexico Green Party filed a second ballot access lawsuit to get its US House candidate on the November 2010 ballot.

New Mexico Green Party files second ballot access lawsuit


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During this discussion she expressed the nonsense and banal phrase; guns don't kill people, people kill people.


Most Members of Parliament are not respectable, said Team Anna member and Right to Information activist Arvind Kejriwal on Friday, adding that he would gladly receive and respond to the privilege notice sent to him by the parliamentarians.

Most members of Parliament are not respectable:


CHINESE soft drinks exports to Hong Kong have increased by almost 10% in the first four months of 2013, compared with the same period last year.

Chinese soft drinks exports to Hong Kong on the up


Karan Johar generously gave his 'Faltu' movie title to producer Vashu Bhagnani.

Karan Johar gives 'Faltu' title to Vashu Bhagnani


Carey will join Fox television's 'American Idol' as a new judge next season.

Mariah Carey joins 'American Idol' as new judge


The Commerce Department says businesses cut inventories 1.1% in April, a bit more than the 1% drop economists expected.

Businesses cut inventories 1.1% in April


Andy Roddick withdrew from the Rogers Cup on Tuesday because of an undisclosed illness.


Geri Halliwell has claimed that the worst job she's ever had was working in a fish and chip shop.

Worst job was working in fish & chip shop:


MINISTRY of Information, Broadcasting and Tourism Permanent Secretary Amos Malupenga has said culture has the potential to significantly contribute to national development if it is fully harnessed.

'Culture has potential to contribute to development'


The Bhiwadi complex will emerge as the Noida of Rajasthan with the master plan ensuring almost similar land use as was done when developing Noida as the satellite city of the national capital.

Bhiwadi may emerge as the Noida of Rajasthan


Six people were transported to hospitals with varying degrees of injuries after a construction truck struck a car and a pick-up truck before colliding with a semi on Route 30 near Plainfield, police said.


LeGarrette Blount is gaining ground on Doug Martin for reps with the Buccaneers.

Lagarrette Blount gaining ground on Doug Martin:


In the tradition of the Comedy Central roasts of celebrities such as Flava Flav and Pamela Anderson, Testudo sat in the hot seat yesterday, enduring insult after insult, all without saying a word.


Todd Palin, husband of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, Republican John McCain's vice presidential nominee, will visit Bemidji on Thursday as part of a campaign swing.


Bradley Beal injured his ankle against the Philadelphia 76ers and could miss a few games.


Bank of America Corp , the second-largest US bank, on Monday said first-quarter profit fell 77 percent, hurt by trading losses and a $3.3 billion increase in reserves for credit problems.


Lwazilwenkosi Skuza aka Mcheznana released a ten-track album titled Off Topic at a local hotel on Friday.


``I still think that the Lalgarh operation was a mistake. The union home ministry didn't consult us before beginning the operation in the region,'' Banerjee told the Bengali TV channel Star Ananda in an interview.


WANDERERS players need to roll their sleeves up and prepare for battle if they're going to get anything from tomorrow's game with Walsall, says manager Gary Waddock.


Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has insisted in a televised address that his re-election last month was fair.

Ahmadinejad insists re-election was fair


Andrew Koenig, former Growing Pains star, has recently been reported as missing since Feb. 14 when he was supposed to take a flight back to the US from Vancouver.

'Growing Pains' star Andrew Koenig missing


An Arizona couple is accused of trying to sell their unborn baby in Utah for $6,000.

Arizona couple accused of trying to sell baby for $6,000


In a joint statement issued by India and Sri Lanka after Indian Foreign Secretary Rao's visit both sides agreed that the use of force cannot be justified under any circumstances when dealing with fishermen.


Standard & Poor's on Wednesday cut its ratings on major US mortgage insurers, after increasing its estimate for losses the companies are expected to take from mortgage loans.

S&P cuts ratings of major US mortgage insurers


British officials are secretly equipping Syrian rebel groups with satellite phones in a bid to topple President Bashar al-Assad, as per reported.

Britain equipping Syrian rebels with satellite phones


A small private plane crashed near the Roanoke Regional Airport in the US state of Virginia on Tuesday, with two on board seriously injured, local media reported.

Small plane crashes in US state of Virginia, 2 seriously injured


AUSTRALIAN troops serving in the Middle East have been banned from wearing all forms of jewellery, including wedding rings.

Australian troops serving in Middle East banned from wearing jewellery


A 25-year-old Bristol woman hanged herself in a train toilet after buying a bottle of rose wine from the buffet car, an inquest heard.

Bristol woman hanged herself in train toilets


Businessmen of Birgunj on Wednesday called for an indefinite closure of market places at Birgunj protesting against the killing of youth businessman Rajesh Kyal.

Businessmen call for indefinite closure of market places in Birgunj


Twenty-seven vessel owners and operators called off a planned shipping holiday on March 1, Radio dzBB's Carlo Mateo reported.

Vessel owners, operators call off shipping holiday


Reliance Industries has target of Rs 950-935, says Mitesh Thacker, Technical Analyst, miteshthacker.com.

Reliance Industries has target of Rs 950-935:


A 60-year old Montana man died Thursday in a skiing accident at Lost Trail Ski Area on the Bitterroot National Forest.

Man dies in skiing accident at Lost Trail Ski Area


Wimba®, the education technology company that helps people teach people, today announced that Grand Rapids Community College is the first institution to select the new Wimba Pronto™ to enhance student engagement.

Grand Rapids Community College first to select the new Wimba Pronto


Suffolk County Legislator Jon Cooper said Friday he thinks County Executive Steve Levy should consider resigning after announcing Thursday that he wouldn't seek another term.

Cooper says Levy should consider resigning


``I don't have a dream role as such but I do hope that one day I will get a chance to work with these ace directors,'' says Rahul, who will next be seen in the movie Crime Thriller in which he stars opposite Vishnupriya.


Greek youths and anarchists staged riots in Athens and elsewhere overnight Sunday, protesting the police shooting of a teenager, observers said.

Greeks youths riot after police shooting


India-born controversial author Salman Rushdie plans to write a book for children now.


Oscar winner Sandra Bullock has finalised her divorce from husband Jesse James who was linked to a stripper, People magazine reported yesterday.

Oscar winner Bullock finalises her divorce


Juventus assistant coach Angelo Alessio has his match fixing ban overturned after his second appeal on the matter.

Juventus assistant coach Angelo Alessio has ban overturned


Tunisian troops clashed with a group of armed Libyans overnight in southwest Tunisia, a defence ministry official said Saturday, AFP reported.


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Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington provided a road map for his American League Division Series roster on Thursday, announcing that Alexi Ogando will pitch in the bullpen, that the club will go with seven relievers and that Matt Treanor will be on the bench as a third catcher.


A 22-month-old baby fell from a third-story window of an Antioch apartment building Sunday but does not appear to have life-threatening injuries.

Baby falls from Antioch apartment building


Robert Pattinson, the Twilight star has reportedly taught Justin Bieber about how to flirt the girls and discussed about style secrets.

Robert Pattinson taught Justin Bieber about flirting girls?


Songwriter Joseph Brooks was found dead in his New York apartment last night.

Songwriter Joseph Brooks found dead in New York


Kentucky construction employment fell nearly 19 percent from January 2009 to January 2010, the Associated General Contractors of America reported Wednesday.

Kentucky construction employment falls 19 percent


NTUC secretary-general Lim Swee Say took issue with Professor Lim Chong Yah's suggestion to drive up wages of workers, saying that productivity and wages go hand in hand.


Michael Douglas, who completed chemotherapy for throat cancer in November 2010, says he is feeling 'good'.


Gold prices rose to record highs above $1,625 on Thursday, with silver and palladium also rallying, as concerns over the prospect of a US default prompted investors to buy precious metals as a haven from risk.Bitterly divided Republicans and Democrats are are scrambling to find common ground with less than a week before the government hits its borrowing limit, with chances of a quick resolution receding after a vote on a deficit plan by Republican Speaker John Boehner was pushed back to Thursday from Wednesday.


Chrontel has begun to test two latest devices that will assist computer and display producers as they navigate the transition from LVDS to DisplayPort.

Chrontel begins to test two latest devices


Patriots owner Robert Kraft says Tom Brady is a better quarterback than Joe Montana.

Robert Kraft says Tom Brady is better than Joe Montana


It's the third time in less than two years that Coles is dealing with a head injury.


What happens when we choose to forgive someone, even if they have not asked our forgiveness nor admitted their fault?


Several volunteers are needed to make the 14th annual dinner a success.


Intel is buying Internet security firm McAfee for 7.68 billion dollars, as the computer chip giant seeks to expand its reach to mobile and wireless devices.

Intel to buy McAfee for 7.68 billion dollars


ServerPoint, a leading provider of Shared, Reseller, Colocated, Dedicated and VPS hosting solutions, announced today it has added a new gigabit uplink from XO Communications, providing additional network redundancy and capacity for its Las Vegas, Nev. datacenter facility.

ServerPoint adds gigabit uplink from XO communications


Amid the myriad of ongoing economic woes and concerns, there was at least one glimmer of good news today on the economic front: consumer confidence rose in May for the third straight month.

Consumer confidence rises for third-straight month


Actor Harman Baweja graces the sets of Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar with his presence and gets the contestants to shake a leg with him on a song from his upcoming movie Love Story 2050.

Harman Baweja to grace Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar


Bangladesh is preparing for its first parliamentary elections in seven years.


Former Real Madrid coach Juande Ramos has taken over CSKA Moscow from Brazilian Zico, announced the Russian club on Thursday.

Former Real coach Ramos takes over CSKA Moscow


Now, Lionel Richie has revealed that he is going back to his Country roots with his new album, and he will even be giving us a sneak peek at the upcoming Country Music Awards.

Lionel Richie goes back to his Country roots


Canadian bonds ended moderately lower Friday, underperforming US Treasurys as they continued to deal with the repercussions of the Bank of Canada's guardedly optimistic monetary policy report on Thursday.

Canada bonds end lower, underperform US Treasurys


The Pleasant Plains Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will hold an indoor/outdoor flea market on May 16 from 8 am to 3 pm Doors will open at 7 am for vendors.

Pleasant Plains Volunteer fire Department holds flea market


Dame Judi Dench is set to write an autobiography of her life which will give an exciting glimpse into her career and private life.


Nicole gave birth in Nashville and her spokesperson told People magazine: ``Husband Keith was by Nicole's side, and mother and baby are very well.''


A Coopersburg man is in jail Friday on charges he stabbed another man in the leg with a steak knife during a fight in a Smithfield Township home Thursday.

Coopersburg man charged with stabbing another man with steak knife


``Through their everyday gestures and generosity, they contribute to making our city truly extraordinary,'' said Watson.


0 Comments The rand was little changed in early trade on Monday, but retained its recent weaker tone, with little fresh news to offer direction.


Stores, factories and other businesses large and small showed workers the door last month, sending unemployment to its highest rate in four years and adding to the evidence an economic recovery remains far off.


Two Poinciana residents were arrested and charged with attempted armed robbery on Tuesday after demanding money from victims at knifepoint and gunpoint.

Poinciana residents arrested for attempted armed robbery


NFL.com is reporting that the Giants traded Shockey to the Saints for two 2009 draft picks.


AM Best Co. has removed from under review with negative implications and affirmed the financial strength rating of B and issuer credit rating of ``bb'' of Surety Company of the Pacific as the company was acquired by American Contractors Indemnity Company, a subsidiary of HCC Insurance Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HCC) on February 20, 2009.


The Centre on Thursday declared 14 river projects national assets for which it pledged 90 per cent funding.

Centre declares 14 river projects national assets


For proof, you don't have to ask Best Buy's boss, nor do you have to listen to the analysts, you just need to speak with Microsoft, which now admits the iPad is killing the netbook market.

Microsoft admits iPad is killing netbook market


``IL&FS will be the new promoter of Maytas Infra following an order of the CLB,'' Khurshid told reporters in New Delhi.


Trial has been set for July 14 for a Waterloo man accused of racking up more than $10,000 in debt in another man's name.

Trial set for Waterloo man accused of racking up debt in another man's name


Web Design NY NY, a premier web design and development shop in Manhattan, has released a new series called 'Our New York.

Web Design NY NY releases ``our New York'' --


Manchester City striker Roque Santa Cruz has joined Spanish side Real Betis on a season-long loan.

Man City striker Roque Santa Cruz joins Real Betis on loan


Saqr Ghobash Saeed Ghobash, Minister of Labour, said that the national human resources is rich in efficiency and experience and capable of contributing to the continuous promotion of institutional work through developing and implementing initiatives in a manner that meets the highest degree of excellence and quality in performance.

Ghobash says national human resources is rich in efficiency


Over 800 motorists were booked in Mumbai for drunken driving on the New Year's eve and early Tuesday, police said.

Over 800 booked in Mumbai for drunken driving on New Year's eve


A drone strike targeting a house killed five people in North Waziristan near the Afghan border on Tuesday, security officials said.


A police bomb squad blew up an unattended briefcase found on a SEPTA train near the Lansdale station Thursday night, an agency spokesman said.

Bomb squad blows up briefcase found on train


The world dodgeball champs have just wrapped up in Las Vegas and for the first time ever New Zealand had a team there, the Summit Black Keas.


A special court in Anand will pronounce its verdict in the Ode massacre case of post-Godhra riots, wherein 23 persons belonging to minority community were burnt to death.

Gujarat court to pronounce verdict on post-Godhra riots


enXco, an EDF Energies Nouvelles Company, closed on the project financing for the Shiloh III Wind Project on February 16 th with equity partner Santander through its US subsidiary Sovereign Bank, NA The deal, structured as a single investor lease, raises enXco's successful project financing in North America to nearly $4 billion over the last 10 years.

EnXco closes financing on Shiloh III wind project


If you are a vegetarian then you should be thankful because a study revealed that vegetarians have a lower risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Vegetarians have lower risks of diabetes and heart disease


Students competed in the Northwest regional science fair this Tuesday afternoon at Williston State College.

Students compete in regional science fair


A court doctor says the trial of John Demjanjuk can go ahead after tests showed that the 90-year-old showed no signs of a heart attack.


A Port Angeles man has been charged with attempting to lure several boys away from a birthday party June 7.

Port Angeles man charged in attempt to lure boys from party


Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Professor Pat Utomi, has said that Nigeria needs healing from nearly a quarter of a century of bad leadership.


Putin slated over 'worst crackdown' Updated: 19:55, Friday February 1, 2013 A human rights group has accused Vladimir Putin of presiding over Russia's worst political crackdown since the fall of the Soviet Union.


The bands Live, Collective Soul and Blues Traveler will perform at Bayfront Festival Park on July 22, Secret Service Concerts & Entertainment announced today.

Live, Collective Soul and Blues Traveler to perform at Bayfront


Tuesday is the last day to register to vote for the Nov. 2 general election.


Pringle council on Thursday approved a proposed 2012 budget that does not include a cost-of-living increase for employees.

Pringle council approves proposed 2012 budget


Cooking is therapy and, fattening or not, it's effective.


CARLSBAD, Calif. ― A corporate jet has skidded off a runway in Carlsbad but officials say nobody was hurt.

Corporate jet skids off runway in Carlsbad


The latest buzz in tinsel town is that US President Barack Obama had invited Bollywood hottie Mallika Sherawat for tea.

President Obama invites Mallika Sherawat for tea


TEHRAN -Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said regional and global developments are benefiting independent and justice seeking countries.

Ahmadinejad: global developments are benefiting independent countries


Food scientists have identified why eating an orange is much better for you than simply popping vitamin C and other pills.

Why an orange is better than popping vitamin pills


The Ducks traded Brad May, left, to Toronto for a conditional sixth-round pick;


Opera has released a beta version of the Opera for Android browser, the first of a new generation of Opera smartphone browsers.

Opera releases beta version of Opera for Android browser


Newt Gingrich fighting for Florida delegates never crossed anyone's mind since the state's primary is winner-take-all.


A serial rapist from south London who subjected three strangers to terrifying assaults in a 10-week period has been jailed indefinitely for public protection.


Twenty Occupy Denver demonstrators were arrested after refusing to remove the tents, set up without permission.

Twenty 'Occupy Denver' demonstrators arrested


The Sardar Singh-led Indian senior men's hockey team leaves for Rotterdam later today to take part in the FIH Hockey World League semifinals commencing on June 13.

Sardar Singh led Indian men s Hockey team leaves for Rotterdam today


Bonds have rallied strongly on Thursday afternoon after the government announced weak industrial production numbers and the rupee was trading comfortably under the 50 mark.


The number 1 ranked Indiana Hoosiers are at the number 23 ranked Illinois ``Fighting Illini'' this evening.

Indiana Hoosiers number 23 ranked Illinois ``Fighting Illini''


Sen. John Ensign said Tuesday that he will not resign, even as a watchdog group raised questions about whether he improperly tried to appease his mistress' husband with a lobbying job and made phone calls on behalf of the man's clients.


'Rescue 1122' -- is conducting fire safety programmes in organisations and schools as part of Fire Safety Week.

'Rescue 1122' conducting fire safety programmes


Osama Bin Laden's former driver Salim Hamdan Is sentenced to 5 1/2 years, concluding the first US war crimes trial since World War Two The judge gave Hamdan credit for 61 months, so he could be out in five months.


Tempers flared again this weekend at the Florida family home of Casey Anthony.


Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc said that a Turkish ship would pursue search and rescue efforts for the downed Turkish plane.

A Turkish ship to pursue search & rescue efforts for downed Turkish plane


OPPOSITION Leader Tony Abbott has congratulated his two new MPs after they successfully contested by-elections in Sydney and Melbourne.


Only 24,000 women in Romania are registered as business employers, the National Statistics Institute reports.

Only 24,000 women in Romania are employers


With stocks breaking out to new two-year highs on Friday and just about every major index now clearly in an uptrend, there is talk of the stars aligning for a new leg up in the bull market that began on March 10, 2009.

Stars aligning for a new leg up in the bull market


Walter Smith will quit SPL champions Rangers at the end of the season unless he is given assurances on the intended direction of the club under new chairman Alastair Johnston.


Experts say farmers better start marketing their crops now if they haven't already started.

Experts say farmers should market crops now


India imported most of its Urea from different countries like 85588 MT from Oman, 55000 MT from Ukraine, 38564 MT from Iran, 11560 MT form Uzbekistan, 2442 MT from China, 1919 MT from UAE, 550 MT from Russia and 30 MT from Germany.

India imported most of its Urea from different countries like Oman, Ukraine, Iran...


Lingerie retailer Limited Brands Inc. is looking to move 50 creative and merchandising jobs from Montreal to its main office in Ohio.

Limited Brands moving 50 creative and merchandising jobs from Montreal to Ohio


Global hospitality major Accor today said it will launch three hotel brands in India by the end of this year, taking the total number of Accor brands in the country to six.

Accor to launch three hotel brands in India this year


Xero, the $1.33 billion cloud-based accounting software firm that's yet to turn a profit, doubled annual sales as its customer numbers continued to surge and said it expects an annual loss of below $15 million.


Lloyd Daniels was eliminated from ``X Factor'' on Sunday night after receiving the least amount of votes from viewers.


Gold miner OceanaGold on Thursday reported a fatality at its Didipio project, in the Philippines, which resulted from a weather-related incident associated with Typhoon Pedring.


Kieran Richardson has pleaded with boss Roy Keane to keep him at Sunderland after becoming the latest player to be axed for being late.

Kieran Richardson pleads with Roy Keane to keep him at Sunderland


City of Harrisburg is asking that volunteers not report to Harrisburg on Friday.

Harrisburg volunteers do not report Friday


An 18-year-old man shot in the head Friday evening on the South Side died about three days later.

Man shot in head on South Side dies three days later


Figures today revealed Chinese exports surged 34.9% in November on an annual basis -- much higher than the 25% expected by economists and far higher than the 25% increase the previous month.


17:24 The UK government requested 135 YouTube takedowns in the first half of the year on the grounds of 'national security', according to Google.


The beautiful St Julians and Balluta bays risk becoming a hazard for swimmers because of the numerous boats that have been berthing there over the past few weeks, especially at the weekends.


An elderly woman has died in a housefire in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney.


National home remodeling franchise, Kitchen Tune-Up, provides five common mistakes homeowners can avoid when remodeling their kitchen.

Five common mistakes to avoid when remodeling your kitchen


As a fallout of last week's attack, operations of the Indian medical mission in Kabul have been suspended as many of its staff members have either been injured or killed in the terror strike.

Operations of Indian medical mission in Kabul suspended


Barclays Bank of Kenya's profit after tax for first six months of the year rose 19 per from Sh3.1 billion to Sh3.7 billion as the industry faced falling interest rates.

Barclays Bank profit rises to Sh3.7 billion


Italy coach Roberto Donadoni claimed he never had any doubts his side would qualify for the quarter-finals after their 2-0 Group C victory over France.


Asian stocks ended mostly higher Wednesday after the Bank of Japan kept a key interest rate at 0.1%.


A woman whose partner lay injured next to the side of the road for hours after a car accident earlier this week has accused police of negligence.


The state government has ordered a magisterial probe into the lathicharge of protesting farmers at Chamarajnagar in December 2009 and has appointed Mysore regional commissioner MV Jayanthi as the investigation officer.

Government orders probe into lathicharge


An examination of how the economic stimulus plan will affect Americans.

How the economic stimulus plan could affect you


NATO allies pledged Wednesday to send thousands more troops to Afghanistan.


The United States said it would return Ambassador Robert Ford to Damascus within ``days to weeks,'' as divisions within the Syrian opposition spilled out into the open when egg-throwing dissidents tried to prevent other opposition figures from entering the Arab League headquarters in Cairo.

Us to return Ambassador Ford to Damascus


Growers are seeking a new life for aldicarb, an insecticide currently being phased out due to concerns over dietary exposure.


Action star Jason Statham said he gets excited by doing his own stunts on movies.

Jason Statham gets excited doing his own stunts


In today's ``Movers & Shakers,'' Bloomberg's Betty Liu reports that Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is expected to attend the Sun Valley summit of media and technology moguls this week.

Zuckerberg expected to attend Sun Valley summit


We all spend time figuring it out at our kitchen tables, I'm guessing ...

``The figuring it out at kitchen tables''


The Australian market looks set to open flat despite rises on European markets, with London hitting a near five-year high in light trading amid a public holiday in the United States.


Dan Orlovsky will see a hand specialist in New York to have his sprained thumb ligament examined on Thursday.


A family in Wilmington is fighting to keep a state program in place that helps them care for their autistic child.

Family fights to keep program that helps them care for autistic child


Two Washington Supreme Court justices stunned some participants at recent meeting when they made comments suggesting that racial bias plays no significant role in the criminal justice system, The Seattle Times reported today.

Washington Supreme Court justices stun with comments on racial bias


SAN FRANCISCO Google Inc. is investing $200 million in a Texas wind farm, the Internet search leader's latest big bet on the future alternative energy.

Google invests $200 million in Texas wind farm


TIME.com opened the gates to Techland, which it describes as a one-stop shop for technology, entertainment, games and culture.


Two persons were found dead in mysterious circumstances in Phagwara and nearby village Bhanoki on Friday.

Two persons found dead under mysterious circumstances


The Importance of Being Earnest was written in the late nineteenth century and is playwright Oscar Wilde's most enduringly popular work owing to its high farce and witty dialogue.


Norman Whitfield, a Motown writer and producer, has died at the age of 67 on Tuesday.

Motown hitmaker norman Whitfield dies at 67


Sen. Patrick Brazeau is back on Twitter with a promise to ``be nice from now on,'' a little more than two weeks after he insulted a journalist for reporting on his attendance record and challenged another over a civil court case.

Sen. Brazeau back on Twitter with promise to 'be nice'


Supermodel Naomi Campbell was reportedly attacked by two bikers as she left the home of designer Azzedine Alaia in Paris last year.


Hollidaysburg went 1-1 on the first day of the VFW State Teener Tournament for 13-and-14-year-olds Saturday, losing to Mount Union, 12-7, in the opener, while coming back to beat Capital Area, 14-1, in the consolation round.


A Bollywood dance group working across the borough is donating £1,000 to an orphanage in India.

Bollywood dance group donates £1,000 to orphanage


A pedestrian was struck and seriously injured Monday night while crossing 24th Street between Avenue A and 8th Avenue.

Pedestrian struck while crossing 24th Street


A videographer for a reality television show crew filming a Detroit police raid that left a 7-year-old girl dead has pleaded no contest to obstruction of justice.


Adam Pally and guest star Larry Wilmore shared an awkward kiss on ABC's Wednesday night comedy Happy Endings.

Adam Pally, Larry Wilmore share awkward kiss on 'Happy Endings'


Cricket Australia on Tuesday launched a global hunt for a new coach with chief executive James Sutherland saying they planned to think ``outside the square''.

Cricket Australia launch global hunt for new coach


Opponents of Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani are calling for him to step down after he was found guilty of contempt.


Country singer Blake Shelton is the latest star to sign up to mentor acts on upcoming TV talent show The Voice.


A Norphlet man was arrested Sunday for manslaughter after authorities say he shot and killed his roommate with a .22 caliber revolver.

Norphlet man arrested for manslaughter after shooting of roommate


Arctic sea ice melted 50 percent faster than the average rate during May 2010, with combined global land and ocean surface temperature being the warmest on record for the period from January-May, studies have suggested.


The Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund has formed an alliance with VolunteerMatch whereby visitors to Fidelity's website, www.charitablegift.org, find a link to VolunteerMatch's website, where they can discover volunteer opportunities with 73,000 participating organizations nationwide.

Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund forms alliance with VolunteerMatch


Oscar Pistorius, pictured competing in the 400-meter semifinals at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, was charged Thursday with the murder of his girlfriend, who was shot inside his home in South Africa.

Olympian Oscar Pistorius charged with murder


In a clash of the generations, Charo talks trash about pop diva Lady Gaga and makes an unfavorable comparison to Madonna.

Charo talks trash about Lady Gaga versus Madonna


TEESSIDE manufacturers are bucking the gloomy national trend, a leading business lobby group has claimed.

Teesside manufacturers bucking gloomy national trend


A 55-year-old Edmonton man has been charged with importing steroids after Canadian border officials searched a package destined for an Edmonton address.

Edmonton man charged with importing steroids


Kim Kardashian had to beg Kanye West to attend her baby shower because it is being filmed for an E!

Kim Kardashian begs Kanye West to attend baby shower


Simon Cowell reportedly had a fright over the weekend after a woman allegedly broke into his London home.

Simon Cowell has break-in at London home


Well, I'm not going to pile on with everyone else who's ridiculing the announcement that Lindsay Lohan will play Elizabeth Taylor in an upcoming Lifetime Channel TV movie.


Jupiter has apparently been smacked again by a rogue object hurtling through space, new images from amateur astronomers and NASA reveal.

Jupiter apparently smacked by rogue object, new images reveal


Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden, son of US vice president Joe Biden, was released from the hospital Tuesday after suffering a mild stroke last week.


In a major reform measure, the Reserve Bank of India on Tuesday announced measures to move to a regime, where the repo rate will serve as the single policy rate.

Repo rate will serve as the single policy rate


Infosys will provide a large range of IT services to BMW.


San Jose Earthquakes forward Chris Wondolowski was named MLS Player of the Month for the third time this season on Thursday, adding September to his previous honors in April and June.

Wondolowski named MLS Player of the Month


By Sarah Kamal 'Pakistan Times' Diplomatic Correspondent Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani Monday said Pakistan was keen to enhance regional cooperation for the socio-economic betterment of entire South Asia.

Pakistan keen to enhance regional cooperation:


Los Angeles, Feb 14 US-based Indian corporate honcho and classical singer Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon lost out on the Grammy for the best contemporary world music album for 'Om Namo Narayanaya:

Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon loses Grammy


Hilo Hattie, one of Hawaii's largest local retailers, announced Friday the sale of the company to a California based company.


Bank Group and Egyptian International Cooperation Ministry officials on Monday in Cairo held a seminar on ``Financing Options and Opportunities''.

Bank Group and Egyptian officials hold seminar on financing Options


LifeSize, a videoconferencing provider and division of Logitech, has updated its UVC Platform.


The city of Brenham issued more than $4.7 million in permits last month for new construction, renovations and additions, bringing the 2008 total to $13,466,148.


India put already-eliminated Pakistan out of its misery in the Champions Trophy by thrashing their fierce rival by eight wickets in a rain-hit match on Saturday, clinching a third straight win for the tournament favorite.


Police are calling for witnesses to a car crash in Manning, which left a seven year old girl with life threatening injuries.


New Zealand consumer confidence fell in September as turbulence in global equity markets outweighed a boost to sentiment from the start of the Rugby World Cup, according to ANZ National Bank Ltd.


A veteran Salt Lake City firefighter has been charged with obstruction of justice.

Salt Lake City firefighter charged with obstruction


The VeraSun Energy ethanol plant in Hankinson is getting ready to start production next month.

Ethanol plant to start production next month


FORT LAUDERDALE Wildlife activists urged city officials Tuesday to do more to protect baby sea turtles from lights along the beach that can lead to their death.

Fort LAUDERDALE urged to do more to protect baby sea turtles


No one wants the new government to fail just because it is not ours, said Professor Andrei Pantev, a majority candidate from the Coalition for Bulgaria in the town of Veliko Tarnovo, in an interview with FOCUS News Agency.

No one wants the new government to fail just because it is not ours:


Ralph Nader says he has a place on the Florida ballot this November.

Nader says he'll have a place on Fla. ballot


AS part of our Get Britain Working campaign, we have found 21,177 jobs up for grabs right now across the UK.

We find 21,177 jobs up for grabs right now


HURON, Calif. The mayor of a small California farming community is facing grand theft and other charges after investigators said he sold property he didn't own to a church.


MICROSOFT will cut up to 5000 jobs over the next 18 months, as a slowing economy hits spending on technology.


Pamela Anderson has proved that she's just a 'piece of meat' by lending her bikini body to PETA for a controversial new ad.


The Office actress Jenna Fischer got married on Saturday to her writer fianceé Lee Kirk, reports UsMagazine.com.


Green Debt Relief, LLC announces the launch of two new dedicated affiliate programs:

Green Debt Relief launches new Affiliate programs


Canada's inflation rate edged higher in May due to lower energy prices and a stronger dollar.


A change of schedule for the Calaveras County Republican Party's February meeting, normally held Tuesday the 14th, has been moved up to Tuesday, February 23rd to accommodate a special program with Guest Speaker Guy Puccio who will give a talk on the 2011 Centennial Celebration honoring the birthday of Ronald Reagan at the Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California....

Calaveras County Republican Party's February meeting has been moved to February 23rd


Even though flood waters have receded, some roads across the area remain closed because of flooding.


CDC Games, a business unit of CDC Corporation, and pioneer of the ``free-to-play, pay-for-merchandise'' model for online games in China, today announced that it has commercially launched Yulgang 2.0, its widely popular massive multiplayer online role-playing game, in China.


The humanitarian crisis is growing in Bradley County as hundreds of families have no idea where they will live during the hot months of summer.

Humanitarian crisis growing in Bradley County


Researchers at Purdue University are developing a miniature refrigeration system small enough to fit inside laptops and personal computers, a cooling technology that would boost performance while shrinking the size of computers.

A miniature refrigeration system small enough to fit inside laptops and computers


You're also likely to see them as hair accessories as the latest fashion trend takes wing.


In an apparent swipe at Shiv Sena for its ``Mumbai for Marathis'' campaign, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today said 99% of the people in the country believed they are Indians and act in national interest while only ``one per cent minority shout and break things''.


Pakistan was Monday readmitted to the Commonwealth nearly six months after it was suspended for flouting democratic norms of the international body.


LOCKPORT, NY-A Lockport police officer has been found guilty of driving while impaired and following too closely following a non-jury trial Wednesday.

Lockport police officer guilty of driving while impaired


Avinash Gupta, assistant vice president Research Equity, Bonanza Portfolio opining on the market outlook for tomorrow said, ``The market is expected to continue to consolidate around 4,900 to 5,100 level``.

Market may consolidate around 4,900 to 5,100 levels:


Electric car and battery company CODA Automotive Inc. raised $25 million in the first close of its third venture funding round.

Electric car maker CODA raises $25 million


More South Africans are living in formal housing, but proportionally less of them own homes, according to the general household survey released on Tuesday.

More South Africans living in formal housing


Qwest Wireless customers were told Tuesday that they have two months to switch their service to Verizon before their own service ends.

Qwest Wireless customers have two months to switch to Verizon


Mark Madoff, son of swindler Bernard Madoff, hanged himself in his New York apartment Saturday, the second anniversary of his father's arrest, police said.


New mother Jessica Simpson is reportedly working very hard to lose her post-baby weight.

Jessica Simpson working hard to lose weight?


Brasilia, April 11 Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff has said that the BRICS group of countries have an 'extremely healthy' global presence.

BRICS has extremely healthy global presence:


A former BC town councillor and his two sons have been found not guilty of second-degree murder in the death of a drug dealer who had apparently been trying to extort money from their family.

BC councillor, sons found not guilty of murder.


Police are appealing for information after a wing mirror was stolen from a Fiat, sometime between Saturday and Monday.


Advertisement Print E-mail Comment ( - ) Text ( + ) STAFF WRITER 18:46 HRS IST TV Sriram Colombo, May 4 Sri Lanka today announced it would ease its wartime emergency regulations introduced in 1983, including restriction on holding public meetings and publishing literature considered inflammatory by authorities, nearly a year after its security forces defeated the LTTE.


Digital security company Digimarc said it will spin off its digital watermarking business as part of its pending deal with L-1 Identity Solutions.

Digimarc to spin off watermarking business


Michael Gove has attacked ``local worthies'' who become school governors because it is a ``badge of status'' and fail to hold head teachers to account.

Michael Gove attacks 'local worthies' who become school governors for the 'badge of status'


A 56-year-old Racine man has been charged in Racine County Circuit Court for allegedly dealing narcotics out of a Walgreens bathroom.

Man charged with dealing out of Walgreens bathroom


Brats With Bats advanced to the quarterfinals of the USSSA 14 and under World Series after Friday's 4-3 victory over the Brantford Bobcats.


The Humane Society of Missouri Animal Cruelty Task Force rescued a female 10-month-old pit bull whose ears had been partially cut off.

Humane Society rescues pit bull with ears cut off


SecurLinx Corporation introduced AmberVision.org, at the FBI National Academy Associates Conference in Louisville, KY.


Cameron Diaz and Jude Law reportedly hooked up at Los Angeles' exclusive Chateau Marmont hotel.


A crocodile suspected of eating a missing British holiday maker in far north Queensland has himself been spared a death sentence.


Grains rebounded slightly overnight after the massive sell-off in corn/soy to start the week.


Defenders Tom Parrinello and Tom Evans have left Gloucester City after rejecting new contract offers.

Tom Parrinello and Tom Evans leave Gloucester City


CAE today announced that it has won a series of military contracts valued at more than C$55 million.

CAE wins military contracts valued at more than $55 million


In an emotional interview with POLITICO tonight, MSNBC host Chris Matthews defended his spirited attack against RNC Chairman Reince Priebus, in which he alleged that the Republican party was guilty of playing the race card against President Barack Obama.

Chris Matthews defends attack on Priebus:


The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have re-signed guard Patty Mills.


The Ottawa Farmers' Market opens for its fifth season at Lansdowne Park Sunday.


Fire destroyed a single-wide mobile home Mia shared with her husband James and their two young daughters at 305 Third Street.


Dozens of protesters began gathering in Tahrir Square on Friday morning to protest against ``The Innocence of Muslims,'' a film purported to be offensive to the Prophet Mohamed, as clashes continued between demonstrators and Central Security Forces in the vicinity of the US Embassy in Cairo.

Dozens of protesters gathering in Tahrir on Friday morning


Hundreds of lawyers launched an anti-Musharraf long march to Islamabad and to push for the reinstatement of deposed judges, sacked by President Pervez Musharraf in emergency rule.

Lawyers launch anti-Musharraf march on Islamabad


Two men are facing drug charges after a large amount of what police believe to be marijuana and hashish was seized during a traffic stop in Dartmouth last night.


Six candidates have filed for appointment to the 23rd District state House seat to succeed Christine Rolfes, who was appointed to the state Senate in July.

Six candidates file for appointment to 23rd District state House seat


In anticipation of the storm that is expected to bring snow, high wind and blizzard conditions, Governor Baldacci has declared a State of Emergency.


US Attorney John M. Bales announced Tuesday that a 38-year-old Daingerfield woman has been sentenced to federal prison for wire fraud in the Eastern District of Texas.


Officials press Facebook over Newtown postings Facebook offered assurances Monday that the social media site is removing some posts and so-called tribute pages related to the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting over concerns they're being used to exploit the tragedy.


13 hours ago John Madden, director of summer sensation ``The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel,'' has signed on to direct ``Murder Mystery,'' a whodunit comedy set up at Endgame Entertainment.

John Madden to direct ``Murder mystery''


Citigroup said Ciena remains on its top pick list and maintained its buy rating, with a $34.50 price target.

Citigroup said Ciena remains on its top pick list (cien)


Bayern's 6-0 hammering of Hertha means they have scored 20 goals in their last three games.

Bayern Munich score 20 goals in last three games


Kerry Wood threw a simulated game on Thursday wearing protective padding on his finger.


Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah defended teammate Derrick Rose to reporters recently.

Chicago Bulls' Joakim Noah defends Derrick Rose


A roadside bomb blast killed an Iraqi television cameraman and his driver as the crew worked on a report for the upcoming anniversary of one of the most stunning attacks blamed on Sunni extremists, the station reported Wednesday.

Roadside bomb kills cameraman and driver


Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou says the Greek debt crisis will be solved through the restructuring of the country, not its debt.

Greek crisis to be solved through restructuring of country, not debt:


UK consumer credit scoring firm Experian said Friday that revenue in the three months to Dec, 31 rose 8%, driven by a positive impact from exchange rate fluctuations.


``I'm just trying to protect my stacks / Mitt Romney don't pay no tax,'' West raps on ``To The World,'' a song which also features R. Kelly.

Kanye West: 'Mitt Romney don't pay no tax'


Miley Cyrus has sparked rumours that she has been engaged to The Hunger Games star Liam Hemsworth after she posted a picture on her Twitter page of her hand with a huge diamond ring on that all important third finger.


Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that Iran will firmly stand by the Palestinian nation and support the resistance movement.

Iran will firmly stand by Palestinian nation:


The US has revoked the travel visa of a Pakistani rights defender ahead of her trip to Washington to highlight the plight of hundreds of missing compatriots allegedly rounded up as part of the ``war on terror,'' the rights group Amnesty said yesterday.

US revokes visa of Pakistani rights defender


The MP for Ho Central, Captain George Nfodjo, has assured the people of Hohoe that the security services are working around the clock to smoke out and bring to book perpetrators of the clashes that occurred in Hohoe.

MP for Ho Central assures people of Hohoe


Salem police warn that some Oregon Territory Federal Credit Union accounts might have been compromised and account information is being used in the area.


A woman suffered second-degree burns to her face, hands and arms after a prank at a westside residence went horribly wrong.


Financially troubled Air Berlin said it is in talks with Boeing and Airbus to delay aircraft deliveries as part of its Shape and Size cost-cutting program.


Well this isn't going to ease people's fears about New York-- movie star Kevin Bacon was robbed in a New York City subway station Thursday morning, Access Hollywood reports.

Kevin Bacon robbed in a New York subway station


It appears that online-only news site True/Slant is to close this weekend, having been purchased by Forbes in late May.


He implored Democratic and Republican lawmakers to rally behind his vision of economic revival, declaring in his State of the Union address: ``We will move forward together or not at all.''

Obama's State of the Union: ``we will move forward together or not at all''


A huge anti-Chacha streamer blown off by strong breeze caused a brownout at the Makati City Hall compound Thursday after it fell on a high-tension wire.


Chad Dawson defeated Bernard Hopkins by 12th-round majority decision to win a light heavyweight title Saturday in Atlantic City, NJ


``On the threshold of 2012 presidential elections, neither the US nor France or Russia will exert pressure on Armenia,'' said Mikhail Neyjmakov, the head of the center of analysis of international policy at the institute of globalization and social movements.

Neither the US nor France or Russia will exert pressure on Armenia


Zayn Malik's girlfriend says he treats her ``like a princess'' and goes to great lengths to display his love for her.

Zayn Malik treats girlfriend 'like a princess'


Paul reportedly helped arrange for James - who has previously played guitar and drums on some of his solo albums - to record with The Cure for the record.


American progressive metal band SHADOW GALLERY has announced that their first live performance will be on the 2010 Triton Power Cruise.

SHADOW GALLERY announces first live performance


Kyiv Metro, the municipal enterprise that operates the Kyiv subway system, intends to buy 100 subway carriages in 2009.

Kyiv Metro to buy 100 subway carriages in 2009


Utility vehicle and tractor maker Mahindra and Mahindra on Saturday said it will close its 5 manufacturing plants for 3 to 6 days this month in view of the current demand slump in the auto market.

Mahindra to close 5 plants for up to 6 days


Air India Express has tightened up operations after issues were raised by Directorate General of Civil Aviation related to its operations, maintenance, safety, security and commercial aspects.


Former Super League player Glenn Morrison has been named as the new coach of Co-operative Championship side Dewsbury Rams on a two-year deal.

Former Super League player Glenn Morrison has been named as the new coach of Dewsbury Rams


One person is dead following a single vehicle crash on Highway 97 North, south of Mitchell Road Sunday.


VIRTUALLY the entire township of Marysville in Victoria's Yarra Valley has been destroyed by bushfires.


Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh will be suspended for at least two games because of his stomping incident, according to ESPN reporter Adam Schefter.

Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh to be suspended at least two games, according to ESPN


On Monday, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Brett Myers in his second rehab start threw a scoreless first inning for the Lakewood BlueClaws of the Class A South Atlantic League against the Lake County Captains.


US hip hop artist Big Boi has been arrested on drug possession charges in Miami.


Leeds United have agreed to sign keeper Kasper Schmeichel on a two-year deal, following his release by Notts County.

Leeds United to sign keeper Kasper Schmeichel


Cuba will have more access to meetings of the Mercosur trade bloc, the four member nations agreed at a meeting of Mercosur's Common Market Council in Foz de IguaÃ§Ãš, Brazil.

Cuba to have more access to Mercosur meetings


What can my irresistible self sell that can earn me my keep?


Pharmacies vigorously ask for a confrontation with the Government: we do not wish to postpone discussion until the next emergency.

Pharmacies ask for a confrontation with Government


Your children have gone, you may or may not be retired, you paid off your mortgage, and now you look around and say, ``We don't need this large house anymore.''

``We don't need this large house anymore!''


Former Champ Car World Series champion Paul Tracy says he is determined to find a new drive in the IRL IndyCar Series after the closure of the Forsythe team.


London, Sep 6 Australian supermodel Elle Macpherson has revealed she fears to look old at 46 because she hasn't had any plastic surgery unlike her contemporaries.


A Tiffin bar, with nearly $33,000 in outstanding smoking fines, may lose its liquor license.


As she enters her 35th year on March 21, astro-numerologist predict Rani Mukherji would stand out in the ensemble cast of Talaash.

Will Rani Mukherji stand out in Talaash?


Toyota Motor Corp. unveiled Tuesday a new hybrid luxury sedan, the ``Sai'', aiming to keep its pole position in environmentally friendly vehicles.


JAL Group announced today, passenger traffic forecast for the Japanese ``Golden Week'' vacation that spans 11 days this year from April 28 to May 8, 2011.

Jal announces passenger traffic forecast for Golden Week


It's not yet known whether it will be the final or not but she will definitely perform By Daily Star Reporter JESSIE J will perform her new single Wild on The Voice live shows.

Jessie J to perform new single on the Voice


A Socorro police officer was involved in a crash early Monday morning.

Socorro police officer involved in crash


Syria and Cyprus have signed nine agreements and memorandums of understanding as well as cooperation programmes in all domains.


But at the Department of Energy's ARPA-E event this week, a dozen or so battery companies and research labs showed off their innovations for batteries for electric vehicles and the power grid, signalling how battery innovation, at least at the prototype level, is alive and well in the US and could even lead the next-generation of transportation and grid tech. In Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu's speech on Tuesday, he said that battery innovation in the US over the past three or four years has been ``fantastic.''

Battery innovation is alive and well in the US


Champion and classic winner Street Sense, whose $75,000 fee is the highest for an incoming stallion this year, has covered his first mare.


Provider of colocation and interconnection services Telx has expanded capacity at its Chicago data center, adding multiple suites in the space it leases at 350 E. Cermak Rd., the large carrier hotel owned by the San Francisco-based colocation giant Digital Realty Trust.


FIFA annually approved panel of referees/assistant referees to supervise international matches being organized by AFC/FIFA.

FIFA annually approves panel of referees, assistant referees


Silicon Storage Technology, Sunnyvale, Calif., has been assigned a patent developed by five co-inventors for a ``charge pump systems and methods.''

Silicon Storage Technology assigned patent


Rev. Al Sharpton says Michael Jackson ``out sang his cynics and out danced his doubters.''


A European parliamentary delegation of 50 MEPs arrived in Gaza to express their solidarity with the Palestinian population of the war-battered territory, which has been under an Israeli blockade since Hamas seized control of the strip in June 2007.Photo By Abed Rahim Khatib

A European parliamentary delegation of 50 MEPs arrived in Gaza.


Republican nominee John McCain asked to delay the debate on Wednesday, and he suspended his campaign to return to Washington to work on the proposed $700 billion bailout for Wall Street.


India's Farm Minister, Sharad Pawar has said the time is ripe for sugar exports that the global prices for sweetener have almost at its peak and the country could benefit from the prevailed scenario.


Tens of people were trapped by a landslide in a mine near Lhasa in the Tibet autonomous region on Friday morning, according to the local publicity authority.

Tens trapped by landslide in mine near Lhasa


Zimbabwe police charged a top rights activist with a litany of offences Friday, her lawyer said, deepening an apparent government crackdown just days before Zimbabweans vote on a new constitution.

Zimbabwe police charge top rights activist


A Watertown man is accused of trying to push a police officer down a four-story elevator shaft.

Man accused of trying to push officer down elevator shaft


``In the world we live in, B'nai Brith is necessary,'' declared David Kassie, chairman and CEO of Genuity Capital Markets and the honouree at this year's B'nai Brith Canada's Award of Merit Dinner last week at the Sheraton Centre.

'In the world we live in, B'nai Brith is necessary':


New HIV infections are increasing among homosexuals, drug users and prostitutes who don't seek...

New HIV infections increasing among homosexuals


A woman badly burned in a Muskegon Township house explosion has been released from the hospital, according to the fire chief.

Woman burned in Muskegon Township house explosion released from hospital;


A Georgia teen, Bobby Tillman, was beaten to death at a house party in Atlanta and four men have been charged with his murder.


The New York Yankees today announced they have acquired 10-time All-Star and 10-time Gold Glove Award-winning outfielder Ichiro Suzuki and cash considerations from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for RHP DJ Mitchell and RHP Danny Farquhar.

Yankees acquire outfielder Ichiro Suzuki


The US arrested 2,900 illegal immigrant criminals over seven days in a nationwide crackdown, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.


As per reports and information from our sources,Spot Metallurgical coal prices in USA market increased ahead of final negotiations for the quarterly benchmark contract.Reportedly,spot prices for low volatility coking coal gained USD 1.25 or 0.4% to USD 321.25 a ton in the week ended today.

USA spot prices for low volatility coking coal gained USD 1.25 or 0.4% to USD 321.25 a ton in the week ended today


The controversial 18th Amendment to the Constitution, which removes the restriction on the number of terms allowed for the president to seek re election and replaces the constitutional council with a parliamentary council, was passed yesterday in parliament with 161 voting for and 17 against.


Logitech has launched its flagship Ultimate Ears range of premium earphones.

Logitech launches Ultimate Ears earphones


Lyman Public Relations Abbi Holtom, 775-851-7492 abbi@lymanpr.com Just ahead of ``Crush,'' the most popular time of year in Napa Valley, The Westin Verasa, Napa is now accepting hotel reservations and has uncorked an introductory rate of $289 per night.


Pharmaceuticals group Shire has acquired California-based biopharmaceutical company SARcode to build its presence in the ophthalmology therapeutic market and add a dry eye treatment, Lifitegrast, to its portfolio.

Shire acquires biopharmaceutical company SARcode


Chicago mayoral candidate Carol Moseley Braun has reversed herself and now says she will release her tax returns before the Feb. 22 mayoral election.

Carol Moseley Braun now says she will release tax returns


The Colorado Springs Fire Department says a car drove into a 7-Eleven store located a 1426 Academy Boulevard in Colorado Springs Monday afternoon.


A website promoting a sham university in Hawkesbury was abruptly pulled offline Thursday after it became the subject of a police investigation and legal threats from the province.


There are 59,368 matters pending in the Supreme Court as of March 14.

'59,368 matters pending before Supreme Court'


Psychoanalysis has been scrapped from the basic health insurance package with immediate effect, the body charged with deciding what treatments are covered said this week.

Psychoanalysis scrapped from health insurance


Soulfly premiered its new music video for the song ``World Scum'' through Metal Hammer.

Soulfly premieres new music video for ``World Scum''


Two robbers shot dead by police as they attempted to raid a security van were lawfully killed, an inquest jury found today.


The New York Jets vs. Indianapolis Colts line was now up at Bookmaker.com, the oldest established online sportsbook catering to North American sports bettors.

New York Jets vs. Indianapolis Colts line up


Former state Supreme Court hopeful JoAnne Kloppenburg says she's running for an appeals court judgeship.


Manila Electric Co. customers may soon get a refund of overcharged transmission costs.


Microsoft sees a huge market for its cloud services in India, given the level of interest from enterprises and governments here, Mr Jean-Philippe Courtois, President, Microsoft International, said today.

Microsoft sees huge market for cloud services


Glens Falls native and NBA rookie Jimmer Fredette has announced his summer basketball camp dates.

Jimmer Fredette announces summer basketball camp dates


DSW Inc., a leading branded footwear and accessories retailer, announced that its newest store will open on October 11 th at 3100 14 th Street NW in Washington, DC Located in the neighborhood of Columbia Heights, this is DSW's 15 th store in the metro DC area, but just the first to open within DC proper.

DSW designer Shoe warehouse announces new store in Washington, DC


President Barack Obama said on Monday that if the government failed to act, the US economy risked sinking into a ``negative spiral'' that could prolong the current recession.

Obama says us economy risks ``negative spiral''


A man is stabbed several times in Colorado Springs, and police say the main suspect is the victim's brother.


Business activity in the US expanded at a slower pace in July, a sign manufacturing may be moderating after leading the economy recovery.

Business activity in US expanded at a slower pace in July


Yet they seem to be good friends and here is proof of that when Shaq sings to Justin during a recent sound check.

Shaquille o’neal sings for Justin Bieber


Parents see more food, skin allergies in children Parents are reporting more skin and food allergies in their children, a big government survey found.


The average number of intermediary mortgage products rose by 4% to 2,063 and activity levels for intermediaries performing a mortgage search on behalf of a client rose by 11% to 606,496 for the month.

Intermediary mortgage products rise by 4%


Donna, the sophomore who wears bangs to cover up her zitty forehead, got another zit today, except this time it wasn't on her forehead as usual, it was on her butt!


Mexican authorities have fired nearly 1,000 police officers to weed out corruption from the violence-ravaged Gulf coast state of Veracruz.

Mexico fires nearly 1,000 police officers


Zephyr Real Estate, a long-established market leader in San Francisco, has made the leap across the Golden Gate and opened a new location in Marin County.

Zephyr Real Estate opens new location in Marin County


The Binghamton Fire Department is set to receive a federal grant to update their equipment.

Binghamton Fire Department receives federal grant


Chris Hoy insists he is still on course to to successfully defend all three of his Olympic titles at London 2012.

Hoy insists he can defend all three Olympic titles


Epsom Downs Racecourse announces today that Vodafone will step in to sponsor The 2008 Derby on Saturday 7 June, for one final year.

Vodafone steps in to sponsor the 2008 Derby


The Salmon Run auction for Gallery Connexion is all set to take place on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 5 pm To view all the salmon in advance and in colour, you can visit the website at http://galleryconnexion.ca/programming/events/salmon-run-auction/.

Salmon Run auction taking place Saturday, Oct. 24 at 5 pm


A Park Hill man was killed in a backhoe accident Friday evening southeast of Tahlequah in Cherokee County.

Park Hill man killed in backhoe accident


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Iraqi security forces arrested four terrorism suspects in two operations May 11, military officials reported.


Blackhawks win, stretch NHL unbeaten run Updated: 08:29, Monday March 4, 2013 It took an equaliser from Patrick Kane with 2:02 to play in regulation time but the Chicago Blackhawks stretched their record-best National Hockey League season start to 22 games on Sunday.


MIAMI - A crewmember on a Disney cruise ship has been reported missing at sea off the western coast of Mexico.

Disney cruise reports crewmember missing at sea


Thousands of Greeks gathered in separate rallies in central Athens Sunday to protest austerity measures promised to international creditors in exchange for further aid.

Thousands gather in Athens to protest austerity measures


Legendary rockers PEARL JAM have helped to raise $3 million for charity after playing a fundraising gig in New York City on Tuesday night.


Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine researchers are reporting a possible new blood test to help diagnose heart attacks.

Blood test could help diagnose heart attacks


Software AG reported that it surpassed its €1 billion revenue target in fiscal 2010, one year ahead of plan.

Software AG surpasses its €1 billion revenue target in 2010


CSC has achieved global ISO 20000 and 9001 certifications from Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance.

CSC achieves global ISO 20000 and 9001 certifications


Former World Wrestling Entertainment executive Linda McMahon won the Republican primary Tuesday in her bid to succeed Sen. Joe Lieberman, who will retire after the completion of his term, according to the New York Times.

Former WWE executive Linda McMahon wins a Republican primary


IRWINDALE, California The largest wildfire in Los Angeles County history is 91 percent contained and crews remain on track to have it surrounded by the weekend.

Southern California wildfire 91 percent contained


Terrence Howard has been hit with a new lawsuit over an alleged overdue payment.


Statistics Canada says the economy grew by 0.3 per cent in April, after rising 0.1 per cent in March.


British Prime Minister Gordon Brown warned against legalising assisted suicide, in comments published Wednesday on the eve of the introduction of new guidelines by prosecutors on the divisive issue.

Britain's Brown warns against legalising assisted suicide


Jennifer Aniston had no idea she would be upstaged by the dogs in her new movie.


Legendary Latin music artist Juan Gabriel and the King of Ranchera music Vicente Fernandez will record a duet to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Juan Gabriel's musical career.

Juan Gabriel and Vicente Fernandez to record a duet


Anne Arundel County police say they are investigating a suspicious death in Laurel, Md.

Anne Arundel police investigating suspicious death


McClatchy Newspapers Kansas City Chiefs general manager Scott Pioli said Tuesday that he doesn't know why quarterback Peyton Manning spurned the Chiefs.

Pioli doesn't know why Manning spurned Chiefs


Economist Bill Cummings and property analyst Rick Carr are adamant the city can weather the global financial crisis.


EirGrid, the company which operates Ireland's electricity transmission system, has announced operating profits of €15.7m for the year to September 2010.


MONACO -Monaco says it has reached an agreement with Atletico Madrid to sign Colombia striker Radamel Falcao on a five-year deal.

Monaco reaches agreement to sign Radamel Falcao


Julie Walters is to play Mo Mowlam in a TV drama about the former Northern Ireland Secretary.


The Edmonton Indy will return in 2011, after city council voted to approve a $3-million deal on Friday.


The Indian Council of Medical Research will soon begin research in the area of 'role of probiotics in child health and women's health'.

ICMR to begin research on 'role of probiotics in child health and women's health'


SIHLANGU coach Raoul Savoy suspects that Zambia are playing mind games by suggesting that they will be sending their Under 23 squad for Sunday's African Nations Championship Qualifier first leg clash slated for the Somhlolo National Stadium.


Wholesale sales rose in December for the fifth straight month, although at a slightly weaker pace than expected.


Schalke 04 coach Mirko Slomka says his side showed Barcelona too much respect as the Spanish giants left Germany with a 1-0 win from the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinal.


Israel is easing its Gaza embargo to allow snack food and beverages into the Palestinian enclave, Palestinian officials said Wednesday, following an international outcry over Israel's raid on an aid flotilla.

Israel eases Gaza embargo, allows snack food in


Union Railway Minister Dinesh Trivedi has not resigned but a communication from Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee was under ``active consideration'' of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, the Lok Sabha was informed on Thursday.


During his recent ``My Violent Torpedo of Truth'' stop in Vancouver, Charlie Sheen claimed that he did not shoot Kelly Preston.


South Sudan has signed its first oil deals with foreign nations since it won independence last July.

South Sudan signs first oil deals since independence


Kawasaki on Friday pulled out of the MotoGP, becoming the latest Japanese company to withdraw from motor sports as the global economic crisis inflicts a heavy toll.


In Samsung Galaxy S4 vs iPhone 5 comparison we find that Galaxy S4 has 10 features that iPhone 5 lacks

Samsung Galaxy S4 vs iPhone 5: 10 features that iPhone 5 lacks


Dale Earnhardt Jr. won pole position for the Daytona 500 with a speed of 186.089 mph in qualifying Sunday.


Attorney Mark Tuohey said that Ney, a Republican from Heath in Ohio's 18th District, was to be moved from a federal prison in Morgantown, W.Va., to a halfway house, possibly in Columbus, Ohio, sometime over the past few days.


The lawyer for Mike Leach says the suspended Texas Tech coach did nothing wrong in how he treated a player with a ``mild'' concussion.

Lawyer for Mike Leach says coach did nothing wrong


``From diagnosis to gone in just over a year -- from something that we didn't think was life-threatening,'' said Don Lindsay, Courtney's grief-stricken dad.

``From diagnosis to gone in just over a year''


As per reports and information,State run Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation has imported its fifth LNG cargo to meet gas shortfall in Gujarat arising due to outage at Panna-Mukta fields since July this year.

Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation has imported its fifth LNG cargo to meet gas shortfall in Gujarat arising due to outage...


Comedy Central star Stephen Colbert will be testifying before Congress this Friday about, of all things, illegal immigration.

Stephen Colbert to testify to Congress about illegal immigration


Paris Jackson, the 15-year-old daughter of the late Michael Jackson, has been rushed to the hospital following a suicide attempt, her mother Debbie Rowe confirmed.

Paris Jackson rushed to hospital after suicide attempt


Russia is calling for a UN arms embargo against Georgia despite certain US opposition.

Russia calls for UN arms embargo against Georgia


The carrier, which will commence operation with two aircraft, Boeing 737-500 and 737-300, disclosed that in a fortnight, it will embark on passenger and cargo operations in the country.


Gainesville Mayor Craig Lowe will visit the White House for two receptions today after spending Tuesday on Capitol Hill meeting with the city's congressional delegation.


Family members who were wrapping Christmas presents fled safely from their eastern Iowa home in Eldridge after a fire broke out.


King Soopers and Safeway have agreed to extend expired contracts with unionized grocery workers in Colorado until Aug. 15.


BORON, Calif. - A Kern County high school football player has died after injuring himself during a game.

Kern County high school football player dies


Gas prices have continued to fall for the second straight week in Southern California, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California.

Gas prices continue fall in Southern California


Crunchyroll , Inc., announced today the simulcast acquisition of GIANT KILLING , the highly anticipated soccer action anime based on the hit manga by Masaya Tsunamoto and Tsujitomo originally published by Kodansha .

Crunchyroll announces simulcast of soccer action anime GIANT KILLING


Engineering services group Lamprell has won jack-up rig upgrade and refurbishment contracts worth $57m.


Mammoth Lakes, California, will file later on Tuesday for Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection from its creditors in US Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of California, according to its assistant town manager.

Mammoth Lakes, California to file for bankruptcy


KnowledgeTree, a leading provider of commercial open source document management software, today announced the company has opened its North American headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Document management software provider KnowledgeTree® opens its North American headquarters


Barack Obama will accept the Democratic presidential nomination at Invesco Field at Mile High, a 76,000-seat stadium home to the Denver Broncos, the Democratic National Committee announced today.

Obama will accept presidential nomination at Invesco Field


Narsha of Brown Eyed Girls dressed down in a uniform and showed off her charisma.


The discussions on ``Islam and Pluralism in Azerbaijan'' of doctor of religious sciences Elnura Azizova were held at Temple University of Philadelphia.

Discussions on ``Islam and pluralism in Azerbaijan'' held in us


Rebel Wilson wore a leather suit at the MTV Movie Awards among many of her costume changes during the show.

Rebel Wilson wears leather at MTV Movie Awards


Syrian activists said rebels shot down a government warplane over the northern province of Idlib Thursday, the second time in a week that opposition fighters claimed to have brought down an aircraft in the escalating civil war.


'X Factor' judge Dannii Minogue has said that Cheryl Cole has ``always been there'' for her.

Dannii says Cheryl has 'always been there'


Wladimir Klitschko retained his WBO, IBF and IBO world heavyweight titles on Sunday with a technical knockout of challenger Hasim Rahman.


Water is expected to stop going over the spillway at Coralville Dam later today, but Iowa River levels will drop only gradually over the week, The Army Corps of Engineers says.

Water expected to stop going over spillway today


Stocks edged higher in early trading Tuesday following mixed earnings reports from companies including Avon , Goodyear and Coca-Cola.


William Hague hit out at Argentina tonight after the government said it was seizing a Spanish-controlled energy firm.


Apollo Hospitals has launched a state-of-the-art cardiac facility 'centre for advanced cardiac care' at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad and appointed renowned cardiothoracic surgeon and former director, NIMS, Dr D Prasada Rao.

Apollo Hospitals launches 'centre for advanced cardiac care' at Secunderabad


A 22-year-old Landisburg man was charged with homicide by motor vehicle Friday in the Middlesex Township crash that killed Ashtyn Rideout, 23, of Landisburg.

Man charged with homicide by vehicle in Middlesex Township crash


A £7M logistics hub tipped to create 450 jobs in Holyhead by poaching sea trade from rival ports is set to happen after a massive injection of EU cash.


IN the Nelson and District Semi-Snooker League, Burnley Miners remain top of the Third Division, despite a 3-2 loss at Carters D. Nick Burton had a run of 25 for Carters.


Home Minister P Chidambaram may have been under frequent criticism from Congress party functionaries, but he received the full backing of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday, who complimented him for doing an ``exceedingly good job''.

'Chidambaram doing an exceedingly good job'


Pakistan ordered its military on Thursday to eliminate 'terrorists' as air and ground troops pounded extremists branded by Washington a threat to the nuclear-armed country's very existence.

Pakistan orders military to eliminate 'terrorists'


Greek bond spreads against German bunds tightened sharply Tuesday after a report in the Wall Street Journal said that Germany is considering dropping its push for a rescheduling of Greek debt in order to facilitate a new package of aid loans.


Guleria municipality of Bardia district has formed a taskforce to control human trafficking since the region has seen growing number of trafficking cases.

Guleria municipality forms taskforce to control trafficking


City-based software developer Geodesic on Tuesday launched Spokn, an internet telephony service, which allows making phone-to-phone and PC-to-phone calls across the world at a cheaper rate.


SanguiBioTech GmbH, Witten , Germany , and SanderStrothmann GmbH, Georgsmarienhuette, Germany , have established a joint venture company under the name of sastOmed GmbH. The respective agreements and articles were now signed, and recorded by a notary.

SanguiBioTech and SanderStrothmann establish joint venture


An epilepsy drug which may also be used to control migraine headaches can cause birth defects in babies born to women taking the drug.


United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Antonio Guterres arrived in South Ossetia on Friday on a visit to ascertain the humanitarian situation in the area, the UN refugee agency said on Friday.

UN refugee Commissioner Guterres arrives in South Ossetia


Kelsey Grammer, best known from his long-running sitcom Frasier, suffered a mild heart attack during the weekend in Hawaii, three weeks after his latest show was canceled.

Kelsey Grammer suffers mild heart attack


Lake Erie steelworkers are being forced to vote on a contract offer they don't want.

Lake Erie steelworkers forced to vote on contract


Lottery officials announced Wednesday that the only winning Mega Millions ticket in the country, worth $216 million, was sold in Toms River, New Jersey.


Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal on Thursday hailed a new Palestinian ``partnership'' after talks to implement a landmark reconciliation deal.

Abbas, Mashaal hail new Palestinian 'partnership'


A peaceful Swiss village that has become an unlikely rival to Mayfair is cutting its income tax rate to attract more hedge fund managers from London.

Swiss village cuts tax rate to attract more hedge funds from London


The Illinois Senate on Friday unanimously advanced a major ethics reform bill that would bar state contractors from making campaign contributions to the politicians who control their contracts, a practice spotlighted by a pending federal corruption trial that has rocked Gov. Rod Blagojevich's administration.

Illinois Senate advances ethics reform bill


Argentina captain Javier Mascherano was absent from Liverpool's lineup at Manchester City, but manager Roy Hodgson said he was still hoping to persuade him to stay at the Premier League club.


Bruno's has restocked its stores with tomatoes deemed safe by federal regulators after a nationwide salmonella scare.

Bruno's restocks with tomatoes deemed safe by federal regulators


Sidwell Friends lost to came within two touchdowns of beating Maret in their year-ending game over the weekend.

Sidwell Friends comes within two touchdowns of beating Maret!


Wal-Mart Stores Inc., after having repurchased $11.5 billion in stock over the past two years, said Friday that it plans to buy back as much as $15 billion in stocks in a new share repurchase program.

Wal-Mart plans to buy back $15 billion in stock


A total of thirteen track records highlighted a 90 day race meet in which the all age trotting track record was re-written by Lucky Jim and Andy Miller on September 17th in the Credit Winner Open Trot in 1:52.

Thirteen records highlighted a 90 day meet


Right-handed reliever Tim Wood, who is on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to March 24 with a right rotator cuff strain, began a rehab assignment with Class A Advanced Fort Myers on Tuesday.


West County Republican State Sen. Allan Kittleman said this week that he no longer plans to introduce legislation that will allow civil unions for all couples, including same-sex couples, but instead plans to support a gay marriage bill that was introduced in the Senate.

State Sen. Kittleman to support gay marriage bill


However, DARE is still being taught and its advisory board is helping to defray costs.


Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier is to be discharged from hospital later this week after a health scare which saw him admitted with chest pains, the club said on Tuesday.


Meet Juan Manuel Márquez, a professional boxer from Mexico who is the current WBA and WBO lightweight world champion.


In a campaign trail attack on subsidized electric cars, Newt Gingrich said, ``You can't put a gun rack in a Volt.''

Yes, you can put a gun rack in a Chevrolet Volt


``Very isolated. Not all lockups in the state are 'bocor','' he said when asked yesterday at state police headquarters to comment on the incident.

Not all lockups in the state are 'bocor' --


YORK football fans of all ages were flying the flag for England as they made it through to the knock-out stages of the World Cup.

Football fans flying the flag for England


A third brand of Mexican candy is being pulled from Texas store shelves following concerns about unsafe lead levels.

Another brand of Mexican candy pulled from Texas store shelves


After a recent store launch in Indore, Mumbai-based leading bakery chain, Monginis now plans to open 50 more outlets across the country by end of the year 2010.

Monginis plans 50 outlets by end this year


New jobless claims dropped by 12,000 last week, beating expectations and new housing starts hit expectations, in two good pieces of news for the economy released moments ago.

New jobless claims drop, housing starts hit expectations


A police officer on patrol spotted a man pulling a tarp over a motionless body in a carport early Monday morning, according to the Coos Bay Police Department.

Officer spots man pulling tarp over body


Grant Thornton LLP - Why Facebook matters to business Alex Connock, CEO, Ten Alps:

Grant Thornton LLP > Why Facebook matters to business


``We have lodged a protest with Pakistan Army over the ceasefire violations and firing on Indian posts in Poonch through hotline contact,'' a senior Army officer said here on Monday.

Army lodges protest over ceasefire violations


The Los Angeles Times reports Soledad has hired a San Jose public relations firm to help re-brand the town as the ``Gateway to the Pinnacles.''

Soledad re-brands itself as 'Gateway to Pinnacles'


The Australian market looks set to open flat following a mixed performance on Wall Street overnight after a mediocre report on US economic growth and the latest batch of uneven corporate earnings reports.


Lindsay Lohan wants to record a song with La Roux in a bid to revive her music career, according to reports.

Lindsay Lohan 'wants to record song with La Roux'


Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna is nearing a return to full training following a lengthy-spell on the sidelines.

Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna nearing return


Chemical residues and contaminants in food products are continuing to decline, a Food Safety Authority survey has found.

Chemical residues in food continue to decline


A freshwater scientist warns that native eels are heading for extinction because councils, power companies and farmers are flouting laws designed to protect them.


A Watertown man was sentenced Tuesday in Jefferson County Court to five years in state prison for having a loaded revolver in his vehicle in March 2011.

Watertown man sentenced to prison for having loaded revolver


COLLINGWOOD president Eddie McGuire has paid tribute to Port Adelaide footballer John McCarthy, who died in Las Vegas, describing him as a ``wonderful young man''.

Collingwood's Eddie McGuire pays tribute to Port Adelaide player John McCarthy


Walt Disney World and Chiquita Brands International announced a new partnership today, which will bring Chiquita and Fresh Express products to the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disney Cruise Line.

Chiquita announces partnership with Walt Disney World


Pankaj is now studying at the University of Cambridge's Auto-ID Lab, and hopes to understand how companies value and price information.


A study that may help personalize pain medication management for sickle cell disease patients is underway at Georgia Health Sciences University.

Study may help personalize pain medication management for sickle cell disease patients


The APAC smartphone market will double in size by 2016, according to a new forecast by telecommunications analyst Ovum.

APAC smartphone market to double by 2016


Justin Timberlake has been partying 70s style in Cannes to celebrate the unveiling of Spinning Gold, a biopic in which he stars as legendary record executive Neil Bogart.


British house prices rose unexpectedly in January for the first time in nearly a year amid signs that the property market may be beginning to stabilize, the country's biggest mortgage lender said Thursday.

British house prices rise unexpectedly in January


Hot on the heels of giving an ultimatum to RIM over data access to its BlackBerry services, the Indian government has now sought access to Gmail and Skype data, citing security reasons.

Indian government seeks access to Gmail and Skype data


A Delaware bankruptcy judge is approving a settlement between electric car maker Fisker Automotive Inc. and its former battery supplier.

Bankruptcy judge approves settlement between Fisker Automotive and former battery supplier


OCEANSIDE, Calif. Former Chargers linebacker Junior Seau was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot in his home Wednesday, authorities said.


Vijay Mallya-owned troubled Kingfisher Airlines owes Bank of Scotland USD 21.6 million in overdue lease payments for 10 ATR 72-500 aircraft, the UK High Court has ruled, paving the way for potential action by the bank to recover the outstanding sum.

Kingfisher owes Bank of Scotland USD 21.6 million:


The famous Russian filmmaker and actor Nikita Mihalkov is to arrive in Bulgaria on March 7 to be guest at Sofia Film Fest, which was opened Thursday in the National Palace of Culture in the capital city.

Russian legend Nikita Mihalkov to be guest at Sofia Film Fest


Valucap Investments Inc. announces third quarter results for the period ended December 31, 2009.


TCU took over fourth place in the BCS standings behind Florida, Alabama and Texas, giving the Horned Frogs hope -- however slim -- of becoming the first BCS buster to break into the national championship game.

Tcu takes fourth in BCS standings behind Florida, Alabama and Texas


Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has said he will not sign the death warrants of condemned criminals saying he, as a medical doctor, is trained to save lives and not to take, just as he enjoined communities in the state to focus on farming and boost agricultural production not only to become self-sufficient but to sell and increase their earning power.


Bethlehem police officers and a canine unit returned to the scene of a weekend home invasion after a woman called 911 Tuesday afternoon to say she thought someone may be inside.

Bethlehem police return to scene of home invasion


Tributes keep pouring in for famed Manhattan restaurateur Elaine Kaufman, who died Friday at the age of 81.

Tributes pour in for Manhattan restaurateur Elaine Kaufman


A Prince George man faces charges for allegedly impersonating a police officer and using flashing lights on his car to pull over two drivers last week.

Prince George man faces charges for impersonating a police officer


NEW YORK A bankruptcy judge decided early Saturday that Lehman Brothers can sell its investment banking and trading businesses to Barclays, the first major step to wind down the nation's fourth-largest investment bank.