For the second time in several weeks, a woman has set herself on fire at a Nashville church.


Gov. Rick Perry -- only months removed from a humbling and short-lived presidential bid -- continued flexing his political muscle Tuesday by endorsing incumbent state Rep. Jim Pitts.

Gov. Rick Perry endorses state Rep. Jim Pitts


It appears that Jamaican sprinter Asafa Powell has been pulled from the 100m at the IAAF World Championships in Athletics in Daegu, South Korea, after his training partner Michael Frater unwittingly stated that he will be replacing the former 100m world record holder in the event.

Asafa Powell pulled from world Championships


The Petersen Automotive Museum opens the doors to its newest exhibit on Saturday --

Petersen Automotive Museum opens new exhibit


The space shuttle Discovery launched early this morning from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, FL.

Shuttle Discovery launches at the Kennedy space Center


Private equity firm KKR & Co. started trading on the NYSE today under symbol ``KKR.''

KKR & Co. (KKR) starts trading on the NYSE


The Australian government should take ``strict action'' to prevent unabated attacks on Indians, which are hurting the image of that country, Union tourism minister Kumari Selja said today.

Aus should take action to prevent attacks on Indians:


Sgt. Matthew Akerson said in a news release that the driver of the all-terrain vehicle made a report at about 9:30 pm Friday that the ATV had gone through ice that was reported to be 6 inches thick.


The struggling Crowne Plaza hotel in downtown Hartford is getting a new name --

Crowne Plaza hotel in Hartford gets new name


San Bernardino is the third California city to declare bankruptcy in the past three weeks.

San Bernardino, Calif. declares bankruptcy


Hollywood Life reports that recently minted celebrity couple Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal will be spending the holidays together--and after that, the pair will meet for a rendezvous in one of the most romantic cities in the world.

Taylor Swift & Jake Gyllenhaal spending the holidays together?


Netflix, the US film and television subscription service, is working on a push into Latin America and is close to announcing deals with three of the continent's biggest broadcasters to begin streaming programming online in Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Mexico, reports the FT. The California-based group is negotiating to acquire telenovelas and other content from Grupo Televisa and TV Azteca of Mexico, and Globo of Brazil, say people familiar with the plans.


Kings Of Leon singer Caleb Followill and wife Lily Aldridge are expecting their first baby!

Caleb Followill and Lily Aldridge expecting a baby


British singer Amy Winehouse was has been found dead at her flat in north London.


Decker wants to adopt disabled baby Updated: 21:01, Saturday April 28, 2012 Brooklyn Decker wants to adopt a disabled baby.


Moore was transferred to Duke University Medical Center on Wednesday night, according to a spokesperson for the University of Alabama.

Mal Moore transferred to Duke University Medical Center


A United Airlines flight from Chicago to Frankfurt, Germany, diverted to make a stop in Canada due to a communications malfunction.

United flight from Chicago diverted to Canada after malfunction


Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Zafar Bakhtawri has said direct air links with various countries was the biggest catalyst for economic growth.

Direct air links biggest catalyst for economic growth:


A 47-year-old College Station pilot escaped with no injuries after making an emergency landing in a Wisconsin industrial park this past weekend..

College Station pilot makes emergency landing in Wisconsin


QUEENSLAND Treasurer Andrew Fraser says his budgeting is more transparent than that of his LNP counterpart.

Queensland Treasurer Andrew Fraser says his budgeting is transparent


The Electric Company is making a comeback on PBS, according to nytimes.com.

The Electric Company to make comeback on PBS


29 year old tennis champion, Serena Williams, is returning to the tennis court after receiving surgery to remove a large blood clot that developed after she a piece of glass cut her foot last July.


An equity linked note is a debt instrument that varies from a standard fixed-income security in that the coupon is built on the return of a single stock, basket of stocks, or equity index, otherwise known as the underlying equity.


Police said a Greenville man was arrested Friday morning after a standoff that started as a domestic dispute.


Johnny Depp loves drinking with Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards.

Johnny Depp loves drinking with Keith Richards


Manchester marketing and communications agency MC2 has said it is targeting further expansion after reporting a record-breaking 12 months.


Salesforce is set to lobby the Federal Government in order to relieve concerns regulators have over cloud computing.


Australia does not face a recession, but the economy will be affected by the crisis of confidence in global financial markets, Assistant Treasurer Chris Bowen says.


Yale University says it has cut greenhouse gas emissions 17 percent since committing to a steep reduction in 2005.


David Stone, a producer, distributor and exhibitor best known as the head of Cinegate Film Distribution and the Gate Cinema in west London, has died at the age of 78 after a short illness.

Industry veteran David Stone dies at age 78


The Town of Carleton Place is quickly becoming known as a premier concert showplace in the Ottawa Valley.

Carleton Place is becoming premier concert showplace


OPEC oil ministers have decided to curb overproduction by more than 500,000 barrels.


BJP is promoting communal elements and shaking the foundations of Indian democracy, said Congress president Sonia Gandhi.


Life is finally returning to normal in Worcester, Mass., two days after a massive water main break.

Life returning to normal in Worcester, Mass.


A convicted sex offender said through his lawyer that he intends to fight new rape allegations at trial.

Sex offender says he intends to fight rape allegations


Gov. Rod Blagojevich said Friday that he would consider keeping the state prison in Pontiac open, but he needs lawmakers to agree on a capital plan.

Blagojevich: 'I'd consider keeping Pontiac open'


Karachi has crossed all limits of air, smoke and industrial pollutions, putting the health of citizens at risk.

'Karachi crosses all limits of pollution'


The star prosecution witness against a Kansas abortion doctor was declared a hostile witness Tuesday.

Star prosecution witness declared hostile


Singh today said he wanted to be in the Bigg Boss house as a contestant.

Amar Singh wants to be in Bigg Boss house


Apple has launched the much-anticipated iPad 2 at an event in San Francisco.


Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov called the Thai court verdict to extradite Russian citizen Viktor Bout unlawful and politicised.

Lavrov calls Thai verdict to extradite Bout unlawful, politicised


``For daily purpose, trend deciding level is 4,955. If Nifty shows strength above 4,955 levels, then rally to 4,975/5,000/5,050 may be seen. If Nifty does not show strength above 4,955 levels then selling pressure till 4,890/4,875/4,850 may also be seen,`` said Puneet Kinra, senior research analyst, Bonanza Portfolio.

Trend deciding level for Nifty is 4,955:


Lyon edged Caen 1-0 on Saturday to remain atop the French First Division soccer league standings heading into the winter break.

Lyon edges Caen to remain atop French First Division


Watson, who explained his offensive philosophy, will take a west coach approach with talented QB Teddy Bridgewater.


Darren Aronofsky is set to direct amped-up thriller ``Machine Man''' for Mandalay Pictures, based on Max Barry's serialized online story and upcoming tome.

Darren Aronofsky to direct 'Machine Man'


A bouncer accused of murdering a pub patron had to be held back after punching and yelling racial taunts at his victim, who lay dying on the ground, a court has heard.


Japan extended for six months Friday the economic sanctions imposed on North Korea for conducting its first test of a nuclear weapon in 2006.


An anti-Egypt rally in southern Gaza turned deadly on Wednesday when demonstrators to the border fence and stoned Egyptian troops on the other side, leading to an exchange of gunfire and the death of an Egyptian soldier.

An anti-Egypt rally in Gaza turned deadly


Israeli military strikes against Iranian nuclear sites would have a fearsome cost, according to a New Zealand expert on Middle East politics.

Israeli strike on Iran would have 'fearsome cost'


A late rally fell just short for the Navy women's basketball team as the Mids dropped a 55-53 decision to Lehigh last night at Stabler Arena.


A Palmetto man was arrested Friday on charges of possessing child pornography, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Palmetto man charged with possessing child pornography


Belco workers have rejected a pay freeze because there were no assurances on job security.


CELEBRITY DJ Kev Seed was yesterday suspended from Radio City after it emerged he faces a drink driving charge.

Celebrity DJ Kev Seed faces drink driving charge


Kendra Wilkinson has told how she has bounced back after suffering postnatal depression following the birth of her son.

Kendra Wilkinson bounces back after postnatal depression


With fresh leads emerging out of Malegaon blast case, the CBI may soon reopen investigations into the 2006 Nanded blast, which is being seen as a main indicator of saffron group emerging as a major terror network.

CBI to reopen investigations into Nanded blasts


Bob Griese apologized at the end of Saturday's Ohio State-Gophers football game for a remark he made about NASCAR driver Juan Pablo Montoya.


Actor Peter Falk reportedly died last night at age 83, at his home in Beverly Hills.


The US campaign has entered the final weekend as the two men seeking to become president of the United States give their last shot before the 4 November election.


A 28-year-old German woman is in custody, accused of killing five of her newborn babies.

German woman accused of killing five of her newborn babies


TWO men have been arrested after a number of drain covers were stolen n Herefordshire over the weekend.

Men arrested after drain covers are stolen in Herefordshire


After allocating portfolios to his ministers, Bahaguna said, ``I will not draw my salary and allowances till I am elected as an MLA.''

I will not draw my salary till elected as an MLA:


A MUM could have died from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome just hours after she text her husband to say she was unwell.

MUM could have died from Sudden Adult death Syndrome


Despite Lee Evans' insistence that the wide receiver could start, the Ravens have ruled him out for Sunday's road contest against the St. Louis Rams.


Reggaeton sensation Daddy Yankee is recovering satisfactorily from the meniscus surgery he underwent Tuesday in Puerto Rico, according to a communique released by his agent.

Daddy Yankee recovering satisfactorily from surgery


A double-decker houseboat caught fire in the Punnamada lake on Thursday evening.


Kathy Bates has joined Sandra Bullock in ``The Blind Side,'' a sports dramedy that John Lee Hancock is directing for Alcon Entertainment.


Boryspil International Airport which is the main airport of the country, has fully resumed its work after reports of a planted bomb, the airport's spokeswoman, Oksana Ozhyhova, told Interfax-Ukraine.

Boryspil airport resumes its work after reports of planted bomb


The son of ousted Chinese politician Bo Xilai has broken his silence and submitted a witness statement to the murder trial of his mother, CNN has said, citing an email from the young man.

Bo Xilai's son submits witness statement to murder trial of his mother


Gap has recalled thousands of baby swimsuits after receiving complaints that they may cause a child to be strangled.


German public broadcaster ARD has shut its Gaza office, in protest against Hamas's detention of one of its cameramen, Deutsche Welle reported on Wednesday.

German broadcaster ARD shuts Gaza office


The Spurs vs. Lakers betting odds opened at Los Angeles Lakers -6 1/2 at BetOnline Nearly 95 percent of online sportsbooks were offering this line as of Friday morning.


A New Zealand man has put his soul up for auction to the highest bidder, noting that it is ``a merry old soul'' rather than a ``funk soul brother'' but that he would ``would like to think there is a bit of funk in there somewhere.''

New Zealand man puts up his soul for auction


Qantas extended the deadline for the transfer of Frequent Flyer points to its selected credit cards yesterday.

Qantas extend deadline to transfer points


On October 25, 2010, Vice Foreign Minister Cui Tiankai attended the reception celebrating the 65th United Nations Day hosted by UN agencies in China and delivered a speech.

Vice Foreign Minister Cui Tiankai attends the reception celebrating the 65th United Nations Day


India Monday welcomed outcome of last month's referendum in which southern Sudan voted for independence in a 'credible and peaceful manner' and said it looks forward to working closely with both sides in Sudan.

India welcomes outcome of referendum in southern Sudan


Kerry praises $2.1 billion Raytheon deal in Oman US Secretary of State John Kerry met Wednesday with officials in Oman to discuss their plans to buy a $2.1 billion air defense system from American manufacturer Raytheon.


Police say officers seized a bald eagle from a Greencastle man who was keeping it inside a cage at his apartment.

Police seize bald eagle from Greencastle man


Credit Suisse downgraded Tata Steel to ``underperform'' from ``neutral'' while maintaining its target price at 340 rupees, saying valuations are no longer ``supportive.''

Credit Suisse downgrades Tata Steel to 'underperform'


Sony Ericsson has announced more than 20 new games, including 10 exclusive titles, optimised for Xperia™ PLAY.

Sony Ericsson announces over 20 new games


A second pensioner lay dead for at least eight months in a Wellington City Council flat but the council kept quiet about it.


JOHN Robert Powers will open a full service branch in Alabang this month.


Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has filed a complaint to the police about an unknown blogger accusing the derogatory messages he finds on his blog and abusive sms on his mobile phone.

Big B Amitabh Bachchan filed a complaint on unknown blogger


Market Street has reopened in both directions after a gas leak closed the road for about two hours between Torchwood and Porters Neck roads earlier this afternoon.


Adele will perform ``Skyfall'' at the upcoming Academy Awards on February 24 after the British chart topper was confirmed for the Oscars on Wednesday.

Adele to perform ``Skyfall'' at Academy Awards


Novelist Anne Rice, famous for her darkly seductive works such as Interview with the Vampire and The Witching Hour, announced this week via her Facebook page that she has decided to ``quit'' Christianity because of how the religion is increasingly being used to push anti-gay, anti-feminist and anti-science views.


Minmetals Resources Ltd, China's biggest metals trading company, on Monday offered $6.5 billion to buy Equinox Minerals Ltd, chasing Equinox's copper assets in Zambia and Saudi Arabia.

Minmetals resources Ltd offered $6.5 billion to buy Equinox Minerals Ltd


Tiger Woods said he would play in the Olympics if golf becomes part of the summer games in 2016.


Propeller has won one of the design world's most prestigious prizes, the red dot, award for its ASKO Line Series washing machines and dryers, designed for the Swedish house hold appliance company Asko Cylinda AB.


Bhutan plans to go carbon neutral with or without financial assistance from other countries, the tiny Himalyan nation's foreign minister Lyonpo Ugyen Tshering said here Friday.


London, Sep 11 American singer Katy Perry says she is obsessed with British singer Leona Lewis.


He further says, the company's current order book is strong at USD 225 million.

Current order book is strong at USD 225 million:


Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin highly appreciated the activity of the Podari Zhizn charity foundation helping children who suffer from cancer.

Putin highly appreciates charity foundation helping children


European Union leaders urged Iran on Friday to accept a UN-drafted nuclear fuel deal, saying progress would open the way to cooperation with the EU.

EU leaders urge Iran to accept nuclear fuel deal


By Mayer Nissim, Senior Entertainment Reporter Radiohead have reportedly confirmed the release of a double A-side, non-album single to mark this year's Record Store Day.


A young woman who was found bleeding from multiple stab wounds early this morning died hours later at a hospital, police said.

Woman found bleeding from stab wounds dies


I washed every day with a tub, posser and wringer, usually in the back yard, as the washhouse had a very steep step and once my second daughter was on her way, I dare not lift the wash tub over it.If it rained and I couldn't put the baby clothes on the line, I had a Flatley drier which was inclined to make the nappies a bit on the ``crispy'' side!

'I washed with a tub, posser and wringer'


A San Miguel man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a gang-related stabbing in Paso Robles.

San Miguel man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder


Six labourers died after inhaling poisonous gas while cleaning a well near here today, police said.

Six labourers die after inhaling poisonous gas in well


LPRS has been selected by MRI Services to provide wireless communications for wheelchair users.

Lprs provides communication for wheelchair users


The Czech crown weakened markedly Thursday, closing 15 hellers weaker at Kc25.44/EUR and nearly 25 hellers weaker at Kc19.12/$, according to the server Patria Online.


The Post-Journal A wind chill advisory has been extended for Chautauqua County through 6 pm today, the National Weather Service has announced.

Wind chill advisory extended for Chautauqua County


Ford is selling a 20% stake in Japanese automaker Mazda to raise capital, the companies announced Tuesday.


Winston-Salem police arrested four Stokes County men this morning after 10 vehicles were broken into throughout the city, authorities said.

Police arrest four Stokes men after 10 vehicles are broken into throughout city


Selena Gomez is known for connecting with her fans via social media, even if she hates it.

Selena Gomez connects with fans via social media


David Hasselhoff has been in and out of the hospital for the last year for alcohol poisoning, so it should come as no surprise that he finally quit his job as the host of America's Got Talent.

David Hasselhoff quits America's Got Talent


Jillian Michaels is taking the pig by the snout, filing her own lawsuit in what has become a bitter battle over Maximum Strength Calorie Control.


Tesla Motors /quotes/zigman/118681 /quotes/nls/tsla TSLA will demonstrate a battery pack swap Thursday evening, according to a tweet from company founder Elon Musk .

Tesla Motors to demonstrate battery pack swap Thursday


Japan will continue to seek bilateral talks with North Korea on the sidelines of the six-party talks on Pyongyang's denuclearization taking place in Beijing, Chief Cabinet Secretary Takeo Kawamura said Tuesday.

Japan to continue to seek bilateral talks with N. Korea:


USF has begun its search for a new head football coach, as at least a dozen names are being mentioned.

USF begins search for new football coach


Monica Rich Kosann, a fine jewelry and home accessory brand with a shop at Bergdorf Goodman in New York and a distribution that includes the finest Jewelers and specialty stores, announces a Mother's Day photo contest on its facebook page.

Jewelry designer Monica Rich Kosann announces a Mother's Day photo contest


Medics responded to a home in Oroville Monday night after a report of a possible child drowning.

Medics respond to report of child drowning


Several small fires in Cache Valley have been quickly extinguished over the past few days, preventing what could have been larger problems.

Small fires throughout Valley quickly extinguished


The founders of Angel Food Ministries have pleaded not guilty to fraud and money laundering charges in federal court in Macon.

Founders of Angel Food Ministries plead not guilty


President Rafael Correa said Saturday he intends to push legislation to nationalise Ecuador's oil fields in the event foreign oil companies refuse to sign contracts that would give the country more control over its resources.

President Correa may push legislation to nationalise oil fields


After much dillydallying, newcomer Rachita Ram has been finally selected as the heroine for Darshan-starrer Bulbul.

Rachita Ram finally selected for ``Bulbul''


House prices will fall 2% by the end of 2011, according to Hometrack's latest monthly house price survey.


Liverpool legend John Barnes will be installed as a chief in the Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana when he arrives in the country this week.

Liverpool legend John Barnes to be installed as chief in Ghana


Wegmans has announced that it plans to open a store in Charlottesville.


Radar Online reports that Steve-O has dumped Canalis because he's concerned that her drinking could threaten his sobriety.


A man has been charged with aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer following the July 7 standoff with police in the 78th and Armstrong area of Kansas City, Kan.

Man charged with assault on officer following standoff


An advert for a recruitment website has been banned after being deemed offensive to Germans.

Advert banned for being offensive to Germans


The US$380 million Konkola North copper mine ‒ a joint venture between South African diversified miner African Rainbow Minerals Limited and Brazilian mining giant Vale ‒ is officially underway in Zambia.


Houston Texans won their first ever National Football League playoff game with a 31-10 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals today, earning them a divisional round clash with the Baltimore Ravens.


Christian Post Contributor A television anchor accused of choking his wife has denied all claims and is fully cooperating with authorities in what his attorney said is ``an unfortunate incident.''


Cook County jail inmates are cleaning cages at an animal shelter on Chicago's West Side -- the first time officials have allowed inmates to leave the jail to do such chores.

Cook County jail inmates cleaning animal shelter


A SMALL group of workers gathered in front of a Moranbah industrial site Tuesday morning, where, just hours earlier, an explosion claimed the life of a young father.


Roseanne Barr is developing a sitcom vehicle for herself at NBC, TVGuide.com has confirmed.

Roseanne Barr developing sitcom vehicle at NBC


A new computer virus is popping up in Portland and it's holding some people's information hostage.

New computer virus popping up in Portland


Finance Minister P Chidambaram today expressed confidence that the present uncertainty in the telecom sector will be resolved and spectrum will be auctioned.

Uncertainty will be resolved, spectrum will be auctioned:


Republican Sen. Mike Lee of Utah will endorse GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney on Monday, a Romney campaign source confirmed to CNN.


NETONE has recorded 200 000 new subscribers since the start of the Dash-for-Cash promotion last month.


Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing's property firm Cheung Kong Ltd said on Monday it had dropped a plan to list its extended stay hotel business and would instead sell part of the unit to generate cash.

Cheung Kong drops plans to list extended stay hotel business


FC Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has been named the best coach in the World in the annual inquest by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics.

Guardiola named 'best coach in the World'


But Robbie Williams took things a little too literally over the past week, when he stepped out wearing his favourite black and white striped jumpers three times in just four days.

Robbie Williams wears his favourite jumper three times in just four days


Barack Obama has decided to opt out of public financing despite his pledge, via a questionnaire saying, ``If I am the Democratic nominee, I will aggressively pursue an agreement with the Republican nominee to preserve a publicly financed general election.''

Barack Obama opts out of public financing


Tim Lincecum got his first win of the season, hurling eight one-run innings in a 5-1 win over the Diamondbacks on Friday night.


US cash hog prices lost further ground this week with declines of $3 to $4 per hundredweight on a regional basis and about $3.60 nationally from last Friday's quotes.


Before his family, friends and supporters, Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett formally announced his candidacy for governor of Pennsylvania.

Tom Corbett announces candidacy for governor


Indian stocks rose, snapping a two- day decline, as metal prices surged, boosting the earnings outlook for ore producers.


Out on bail after 27 days in Tihar jail, tainted India pacer S Sreesanth today said that he would never want to ``forget this episode'' as it had taught me a lot of things.


Former Washington Post media critic and Daily Beast Washington bureau chief Howie Kurtz is joining Fox News, the network said Thursday.


On the heels of the St. Louis Cardinals' appearance in the World Series, one of baseball's greatest fans and noted presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin will give the keynote address at Washington University in St. Louis' annual Founders Day celebration.

Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin to give keynote address


``I feel like I'm dumb because I feel like I don't get many things that are so smart. `` is like a Ferrari engine of storytelling and scriptwriting and I'm like, 'That's not my idea of what I want to see in a movie.' ``I didn't understand The Dark Knight... I still can't tell you what happened in the movie, what happened to the character and, in the end, they need him to be a bad guy. I'm like, 'I get it - this is so high brow and so f**king smart, I clearly need a college education to understand this movie.'''

Robert downey jr doesn't understand the Dark Knight


Madonna's ex-husband Guy Ritchie is expecting a baby with his model girlfriend, Jacqui Ainsley.


Actress Shobhana along with her six months old adopted daughter Anantha Narayani reached Guruvayur to perform `choroonu' on Thursday.

Shobhana with adopted daughter at Guruvayur


Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal, hedaing a high level delegation, met Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Liu Zhenmin here at the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Tuesday.

Ahsan Iqbal meets Chinese Vice Foreign Minister


Norwich City boss Paul Lambert admits he did the dirty on Aston Villa rival Alex McLeish while they were together at Motherwell.

Norwich boss Lambert admits doing dirty on Villa rival McLeish


The Czech Republic won its first Fed Cup title in 23 years on Sunday after Lucie Hradecka and Kveta Peschke beat Maria Kirilenko and Elena Vesnina 6-4, 6-2 in the decisive doubles match to secure a 3-2 win over Russia in the final.

Czechs win first Fed Cup title in 23 years


In a new initiative, the Church is planning to join hands with other Christian denominations in the state to promote the concept of 'large family'.

Catholic Church to join with other denominations


SecurityMetrics opened a new building off 1600 North in Orem on Tuesday with a ribbon cutting featuring Gov. Gary Herbert and Utah Sen. Mike Lee.

Securitymetrics opens new building in Orem


The former Frederick County deputy who shot and killed a mentally ill man two years ago is being sued for $4.35 million in US District Court.

Former Frederick deputy being sued for $4.35 million


FORMER NSW opposition leader Peter Debnam has reportedly quit his frontbench role as energy spokesman.


CNN television host Larry King is set to host a telethon for oil spill victims.

Larry King to host telethon for oil spill victims


Bollywood director Sanjay Leela Bhansali has praised Suraj Pancholi by saying that he is a hard working boy with a good upbringing.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali praises Suraj Pancholi


A group calling itself Positive Action Committee for Justice and Development, has appealed for calm and peace in Yendi following the recent disturbances that occurred during the enskinment of a chief in the area.


Lucky Oye!'', has done varying roles in his three-year film career, but he is most uncomfortable doing ``sensuous scenes''.

Abhay Deol uncomfortable doing sensuous scenes


Light vehicles can now travel to and from Baguio City via Itogon and the Binga-Guisset Access Road, after local governments and the SN Aboitiz Power -Benguet cleared the road in the aftermath of landslides caused by typhoon Pepeng.

Light vehicles now traveling to Baguio City


The Minister of Environmental Protection of Kazakhstan, Nurgali Ashimov, informed that death of the Caspian seals is in the competence of the Ministry of Agriculture, the agency reports.

Death of Caspian seals is in competence of Ministry of Agriculture


I have nothing but gratitude for the spiritual remnants of that upbringing, the sense of our origins beyond the bounds of sense, an awareness of mystery and wonderment, grace and sacrament, and the absolute equality of all women and men underneath the sun of heaven.

'I have nothing but gratitude for the spiritual remnants of that upbringing'


A Padanaram man is in the custody of federal marshals on charges that he bilked an elderly widower of his entire estate and tried to conceal the transactions.

Padanaram man charged with bilking elderly widower out of entire estate


Ecuador demands Colombia to explicitly renounce the use of ``preventive attacks'' as a sine qua non condition for the two countries to resume diplomatic relations.

Ecuador demands Colombia to renounce 'preventive attacks'


The Supreme Court today held that service tax cannot be levied on lotteries in the country.

Service tax cannot be levied on lotteries:


Oasis will embark on an extensive world tour later this year to promote their new album.


Mercedes driver Michael Schumacher believes that rainy conditions would have helped in achieving better results in 2012 British Grand Prix held at Silverstone Circuit.

Michael Schumacher believes rainy conditions would have helped in Silverstone --


Gandhinagar, Jan 22 Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi made a flying visit to Gujarat Friday to address the concluding session of a two-day leadership training camp for Youth Congress activists.

Rahul Gandhi makes flying visit to Gujarat


Chinese telecommunications equipment maker ZTE Corp. said it will ``curtail'' its business in Iran, Reuters reported Friday, citing a company spokesman.


You heard it from us, AFI have signed to Republic Records to release their ninth full length album later this fall.


Oil hit highs near $83 per barrel and currently trades at $82.78 up $1.11 per barrel from the previous close.


Britain said Monday it was not ``engaged'' with the Taliban, after a report that relations between London and Kabul have soured due to a secret British plan to train former Taliban fighters.


Nursing homes and a flush health care account are at the center of a legislative debate over health care spending as Gov. Tim Pawlenty and lawmakers look for ways to solve a projected state budget deficit.

Nursing homes, flush health care account are at the center of a legislative debate


``iCarly'' star Jennette McCurdy surprised fans yesterday with a new video on her YouTube channel: a cover of Adele's ``Take It All.''

Jennette McCurdy covers Adele's ``Take It All''


A man was taken to the hospital Thursday morning after being rescued when the car he was in fell through a frozen pond.


San Bernardino Sheriff confirms suspect Christopher Jordan Dorner is barricaded in cabin; swat team in on scene.

Christopher Jordan Dorner barricaded in cabin


Yemen, under international pressure to quiet domestic unrest and focus its sights on al Qaeda, has offered to hold talks with southern separatists and hear their grievances, state media said on Tuesday.


Orange Kenya says it's offering free mobile phone access to Wikipedia, with no connectivity costs.

Orange Kenya offers free access to Wikipedia


A Washington Times reporter has been subpoenaed to testify in a California federal court next month about his sources for a 2006 article on a Chinese spying case in which he allegedly disclosed secret grand jury information.

Reporter is subpoenaed to testify on sources


Syrian President Bashar al-Assad met Lebanese Druze leader Walid Jumblatt on Wednesday, the official Syrian news agency said, sealing reconciliation with one of his fiercest former critics in Lebanon.

Syria's Assad meets Lebanese Druze leader Jumblatt


Rick Perry pushed a balanced budget amendment during the debate when asked about combining tax increases with spending cuts.

Perry pushes a balanced budget amendment


The reputation of the Swiss banking sector took another hit today after Germany hinted it might buy data on tax cheats from a whistleblower.


Tony Dean, a nationally known outdoor enthusiast who promoted South Dakota through his radio and television shows, died Sunday morning in Pierre.


IN the end they came for them in the middle of the night as they were sleeping.

They came for them in middle of night as they slept


US President Barack Obama visited the tense inter-Korean border today, calling it ``freedom's frontier'', as he weighs a response to North Korea's planned rocket launch.


The Sacramento Bee today launched a new website, designed by NavigationArts, a leading user experience design consultancy.

The Sacramento Bee launches new website, designed by NavigationArts


AT&T announced on Wednesday that it will invest $14 billion over the next three years to dramatically expand its wired and wireless broadband networks.

AT&T to invest $14 billion to expand networks


Iraq security forces, working with US advisors, arrested eight suspected terrorists in Iraq in the past week, including a suspected terrorist leader who was a general in Saddam Hussein's Republican Guard, military officials said.

Iraqis, with US advisors, arrest suspected terrorists


A fish grabs a man's arm...not something folks see everyday, but apparently it happened recently and boy did I find it funny.


Showtime has renewed The Big C for a fourth and final season, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

(Tv) Showtime renews the Big C for fourth and final season


Two militants were killed and another injured in an encounter with the army on Saturday in Upper Assam's North Lakhimpur district.


It's probably never a bad time to be rich.


A man was found hanged from a window while his wife was found dead in an apartment in Jalan Siput Lala, Tanjung Tokong here last night.

Man found hanged from window, wife found dead in apartment


Manitoba farmers plan to seed more wheat, flax and soybeans this spring while cutting back on oats and barley, Statistics Canada said this morning.

Farmers plan to seed more wheat, flax and soybeans


A man accused of shooting his wife with a bow and arrow has been found dead after a nearly four-hour standoff with police in Girard.

Man accused of shooting wife found dead after standoff


On Tuesday, the spot rubber prices ended almost steady as the market opened better and improved further on early trades but lost ground following declines on domestic futures.


Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam said longer mortgage tenures have implications for the property market.

Longer mortgage tenures have implications for property market:


A Madison man was arrested for sexual assault Friday afternoon after he allegedly slapped a young woman on her backside inside her apartment.

Man arrested, allegedly slapped woman on backside


A boil water advisory that affected 20,000 Louisville Water Co. customers after a water main burst in Eastern Jefferson County yesterday has been lifted.


A West Texas boot camp that uses stun guns and handcuffs to discipline children is being investigated on assault allegations.

Texas boot camp investigated after assault allegations


A 50-year-old St. Paul man died this morning after five people reportedly beat him at a St. Paul hotel, police said.

Man dies after beating at St. Paul hotel


NHL Editor Johnny Oduya has been traded to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for two Winnipeg Jets draft picks.

Johnny Oduya traded to Chicago Blackhawks for two picks


Daniel Braaten's third goal in three matches has helped Toulouse edge Arles-Avignon 2-1 and keep the lead in the French league.

Toulouse edges Arles-Avignon 2-1 in French league


A 24-year-old Wichita man was stabbed over the weekend while trying to break up a fight at a party.


Construction work for Aerocity has begun, with the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority awarding work for the 200-feet wide road along which the residential estate will come up.


US military planes have begun delivering aid to Georgia as Washington stepped up support for a shaky ceasefire with Russian troops around the breakaway region of South Ossetia.


A woman came a cropper today when her car collided with a rising bollard in Cambridge.

Car collides with rising bollard in Cambridge


A Mangere woman has been struck off the immigration advisers' register for ``serious dishonesty'' after a tribunal found she pocketed clients' funds without lodging their visa applications.

Woman struck off Immigration advisers' register for dishonesty


North Korea detailed plans Monday to radically curtail ties with South Korea, announcing the end of daily cross-border train service and tours of a historic city in response to what it called Seoul's ``confrontational'' policy.

North Korea ending daily cross-border train service


Cheryl Cole has hinted that she might release a new song soon.

Cheryl Cole to release new song ``soon''


Hundreds of clients of several financial investment companies in Irbid that refused to distribute monthly profits, on Tuesday converged in front of the firms' offices in an attempt to recover their money.

Hundreds of clients attempt to recover their money


From page to screen to stores, Anna Karenina has inspired a new clothing line by Banana Republic.

'Anna Karenina' inspires new clothing line


Binocular, 7-2 favourite to retain the crown he won 12 months ago, has been pulled out of the Champion Hurdle, the top race on Tuesday's opening day of the Cheltenham jump racing festival.

Favourite binocular pulled out of champion Hurdle


A week long exhibition of the voters' register begins today throughout the country, according to a press statement from the Electoral Commission.


No. 20 Colorado women beat Washington State 59-45 Arielle Roberson had 17 points and 13 rebounds Friday night to lead No. 20 Colorado to a 59-45 victory over Washington State.


US Senator Edward Kennedy is to be awarded an honorary knighthood by Britain's Queen Elizabeth II.

Senator Edward Kennedy awarded honorary knighthood


After a decade-long gap,DMK once again revived its age old demand of state autonomy saying that the Centre should delegate more powers to the states in view of regional parties playing a major role in the formation of the Union Government.


Effective as of July 11, 2011, Fitch Ratings affirms Salta Hydrocarbon Royalty Trust's global scale foreign currency rating for its USD$234 million targeted amortization notes at 'B'.

Fitch affirms Salta Hydrocarbon Royalty Trust's notes at 'B';


Kelsey Grammer delivered sad news Saturday when he announced to People in a statement that his girlfriend Kayte Walsh suffered a miscarriage.

Kelsey Grammer's girlfriend Kayte Walsh suffers a miscarriage


Today he announced he's raised $1.75 million in the fourth quarter, his best quarter yet, leaving him with $2 million in cash on hand.

Rubio raises $1.75 million, best quarter yet


SOE has revealed that their MMO Vanguard, which was launched back in 2007, will be going free to play this summer.


A transvestite had sex with a dog while its owner was out of sight walking at a romantic English Heritage castle in Cornwall.

Transvestite had sex with dog in romantic castle


West Virginia wide receiver Jock Sanders is one step closer to returning to the team after agreeing to a deal that will have his DUI charges dropped.

Jock Sanders one step closer to returning


Abhijeet Sawant, the winner of the first edition of the TV show ``Indian Idol'', joined Shiv Sena Saturday with a mandate to attract the youth to the party fold.


About a quarter of the residents in the Palestinian territories are suffering poverty, a study by the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics showed Sunday.

Quarter of residents in Palestinian territories suffer poverty: study


Fashion retailer Internaçionale is set to open a new concept flagship this weekend within the Meadowhall Shopping Centre in Sheffield.


The Clayton County school board voted Monday night to unseat one of its members as thousands of residents gathered to call for the entire nine-member board to resign.

Clayton County school board unseats one of its members


Two Lebanese government Web sites were hacked Saturday by a group associated with Anonymous, the online hacking organization, police said.


Adept Technology, a provider of intelligent vision-guided robotics and global robotics services, has announced its expansion in Korea for its products and the signing of Han Shin Power Tech Co. Ltd. as an exclusive dealer for Korea.

Adept Technology announces expansion in Korea


PHI Group, Inc., an M & A company with diversified holdings in real estate development, energy, natural resources and special situations announced today that its subsidiary PHILand Ranch Ltd., a company engaged in the development of master-planned communities, residential and commercial properties, and hospitality services in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, will host a groundbreaking ceremony at 9:00 am local time, Thursday, July 28, 2011, for the Pointe91 luxury resort and elite residential community at Bien Rang Beach, Chu Lai, Quang Nam, Vietnam.

PHILand Ranch to host groundbreaking ceremony for Pointe91 luxury resort and elite residential community in Chu Lai, Vietnam


Just five years ago, Cisco introduced Cisco TelePresence technology, which delivered a video experience so intuitive, so lifelike and natural that it felt as if people were in the same room even when they were miles apart.

Cisco introduces Cisco TelePresence technology


Boyle explained the significance of her own space: ``The studio is my sanctuary. To return to it, well it feels like home away from home. The studio is like being inside a bubble and a place I can step away from the worry of life. As soon as I put the cans (headphones) on I know that I am safe.''

Susan Boyle -- ``the studio is my sanctuary''


Sidney Lumet, the prolific American film director best known for films such as ``12 Angry Men'', ``Network'' and ``Dog Day Afternoon'', died on Saturday at his New York City home, aged 86.


Fluidigm intends to significantly expand its sales staff, particularly in North America, over the next two years, President and CEO Gajus Worthington told GenomeWeb Daily News this week.

Fluidigm to expand sales staff over next two years


Auriga downgraded ViroPharma from Buy to Hold, maintaining its price target of $34.

Auriga downgraded ViroPharma (vphm) to Hold;


Summit Medical Group, New Jersey's largest privately held multispecialty medical practice, announces the return of three neurosurgeons to its medical team:

Summit Medical Group announces return of three neurosurgeons


Just over a year since independence, South Sudan is working with the United Nations to preserve its most important historical, natural and cultural sites for future generations to enjoy.

South Sudan preserves historical, cultural sites


``Piracy is a complex problem that must be taken seriously,'' Jack Lang, a former French culture minister, said on Mauritius state television after arriving on the Indian Ocean island for an October 7-8 regional conference on the issue.

Piracy complex, but must be taken seriously:


Crime Stoppers in the Peace region has gone regional.


Punters yesterday continued to smash into Sizing Europe for the Champion Hurdle after the Henry De Bromhead-trained gelding's romp at Leopardstown on Sunday.

Punters continue to smash into Sizing Europe for Champion Hurdle


The unemployment rate in Ottawa-Gatineau jumped in July as new job creation stopped but more people sought work.


Obama aunt says US obligated to make her a citizen, she's been treated as 'public enemy No. 1'

Obama's aunt says US obligated to make her citizen


Medtronic was awarded $101.2 million in a patent infringement lawsuit when a San Diego jury found that NuVasive's CoRoent XL spine implants, MaXcess II and III tissue retractors, and Helix and Helix mini anterior cervical plates had infringed on three Medtronic patents owned by Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc., a Medtronic unit.

Medtronic awarded $101.2 million in patent infringement lawsuit


A Swiss tightrope walker has staged a spectacular climb up a steep cable on the slopes of Germany's highest mountain.

Tightrope walker stages spectacular climb


Enormous wave dwarfs surfer Garrett McNamara along coast of Portugal By Natalia Jimenez, NBC News Surfer Garrett McNamara catches what could be the largest wave ever surfed, off the coast of Nazare, Portugal, on Jan. 29.


R&B star R. Kelly is facing foreclosure on his Chicago, Illinois mansion after defaulting on his mortgage.


Friday's storm has kept law enforcement busy all over the valley, including one crash, involving serious and potentially fatal injuries.


Planisware, the leading provider of Global Project Portfolio Management software, was recently awarded 'Stage-Gate ® Ready' certification by Stage-Gate Inc. The certification, designed by Stage-Gate Inc, is a method of determining a software solution's capabilities as it tests innovation productivity tools across three areas of new product development including Idea Management, Idea to Launch and Portfolio Management.

Planisware awarded ``Stage-Gate ® Ready'' certification From Stage-Gate Inc.


It is time that websites themselves can generate heaps of cash.


New associates Eric R. Gray, Alicia M. Kirkpatrick and Ian P. McDonald have joined Polsinelli Shughart in Kansas City.

New associates join Polsinelli Shughart in Kansas City


Authorities say a 7-year-old boy has died after being pulled from Lake Huron at a Port Huron beach.

Boy dies after being pulled from Lake Huron


They just revealed a concept speedboat which showcases Jaguar design DNA, reflecting two main qualities that set their cars apart fro others; beauty and speed.


Andy Murray had positive news about his elbow problem heading into the Madrid Open after revealing he has been able to practice for the last week.

Andy Murray has been able to practice for a week


Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, plan to visit New York City before returning to Great Britain on July 6, 2010.


Rubens Barrichello says Brawn GP is keeping its expectations in check, despite being many people's favourites for victory in this weekend's season-opening Australian Grand Prix.


Apparently, Schoos has unloaded a ton of his warehouse into BURLAP to create an ``eclectic house'' complete with water buffalo skulls, taxidermic specimens, 200-year-old metal dragons, and animatronic Chinese lanterns/dance costumes that hang over the indoor bar area.

Designer Thomas Schoos unloads warehouse into BURLAP:


Bankrupt photography pioneer Eastman Kodak Co said it will sell two of its remaining imaging businesses to its UK pension fund for $650 million .

Kodak to sell two imaging businesses to its UK pension for $650 million


Karan Johar has said that he wants to be alone on his 38th birthday next week, because he needs to think about the rest of his life.


Pennsylvania State Police said a man with a ghoulish getup and a hatchet robbed a Herminie convenience store Monday afternoon, making off with cash.

Man with hatchet robs Herminie convenience store


President Obama threw his support behind a controversial proposal to build an Islamic center and mosque near New York's ground zero, saying Friday that ``Muslims have the same right to practice their religion as anyone else in this country.''

Obama throws support behind controversial Islamic center


Private carrier Jet Airways today launched its flights to Tirupati and Rajahmundry from here in Andhra Pradesh.

Jet launches flights to Tirupati, Rajahmundry


France warned on Thursday that French-Colombian hostage Ingrid Betancourt may have only weeks to live, after a fellow captive released by Colombia's FARC guerrillas said her health was failing rapidly.


Basketball player Kris Humphries apparently knew that his estranged wife Kim Kardashian had cheated on him with Kanye West when the rapper didn't attend his wedding.


NORTH Shore police found 10 cannabis plants growing in bushland near the Gore Hill Freeway at Artarmon last Thursday.


The FAA proposed a $348,000 civil penalty against Chautauqua Airlines for allegedly operating some of its regional jets without performing inspections required by five different FAA airworthiness directives.

FAA proposes $348,000 civil penalty against Chautauqua Airlines


Communist-ruled Cuba will expand its small business reforms in 2012 to allow people in a growing number of industries to operate as independent entrepreneurs, state media reported Monday, cited by AFP.


Oxford United have a score to settle when they take on Peter Taylor's Bradford City tomorrow after the 5-0 drubbing they received in Yorkshire last October.


The Chicago Avenue bridge over the North Branch of the Chicago River will reopen later Thursday after it was closed over a week ago when it was struck by a barge, authorities said.

Chicago Avenue bridge to reopen later Thursday


Tokyo - Tokyo stocks closed down 0.85 percent on Thursday, after a tug-of-war between dip buying and negative sentiment tied to the dollar's persistent weakness against the yen.


An Edward Elgar manuscript that dates back almost 90 years has been found in a ``dusty'' folder in a council building.

Edward Elgar manuscript found in dusty folder


Charlie Frye will start at quarterback over former starter JaMarcus Russell when the Oakland Raiders visit the Denver Broncos on Sunday.


AIR Arabia would be buying 50 new aircraft, its regional manager for the Gulf and Yemen, Mohamed Jaffar Mahamood said.


The Poker Channel, Europe's largest dedicated gaming TV network, has today announced the launch of its live stream offering online at www.pokerchanneleurope.com/pokertv.

The Poker Channel announces the launch of live stream online


The Confederation of Indian Industry today said India and Germany have the potential to double their bilateral trade upto 30 billion dollar by 2014.

India-Germany can double their bilateral trade:


The heads of the major opposition parties in RS, SDS, PDP, and SRS, agreed to widen their cooperation and coordinate the opposition in the entity parliament.

Major opposition parties in RS agree to widen cooperation.


An Armenian governor says Iran has offered to supply an Armenian power plant with nuclear fuel, RFE/RL's Armenian Service reports.

Armenian governor says Iran offered nuclear fuel


South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has been cited for making contact with the ``eye or eye area'' of Scotland fly-half Greig Laidlaw.


EMILY Phelps, thought to be Ledbury's oldest resident, celebrated her 101st birthday on Sunday, May 1.


American Greetings Corp. said it swung to a loss in its fiscal third quarter, the result of charges and difficult business conditions in what the company termed a ``rapidly deteriorating economy.''


Federal officials today defended their response to historic flooding in Tennessee that killed 22 people earlier this year, while acknowledging they could have done a better job of warning the public of the potential devastation.

Federal officials defend response to Tennessee flooding


Uni-Select completed the purchase of FinishMaster, the largest independent distributor of automotive paints, coatings and accessories in the United States.

Uni-Select completes purchase of FinishMaster


Dodge County is one of three Wisconsin counties that reported an increase in unemployment from June to July.

Dodge County one of three counties reporting increase in unemployment


Ratan Tata today met the Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh and it is understood that the plans for the launch of airline came up during the discussions.


Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd., the country's second-largest railroad, said it laid off 600 engineers and maintenance workers because some companies have cut back on shipments.

Canadian Pacific lays off 600 engineers, maintenance workers


Qatar does not expect to post a budget deficit in its 2009-2010 fiscal year, its deputy prime minister told Al-Sharq newspaper.


By Simon Evans Reigning champion Kim Clijsters pulled out of the US Open due to a stomach muscle injury, effectively calling an early end to her season, the Belgian world number three said on Friday.

Clijsters pulls out of US Open with injury


Worship leader, singer and songwriter Ben Cantelon and his lovely wife Alice are expecting a baby.

Worship leader Ben Cantelon and wife Alice expecting a baby


``I am probably playing as best I have ever played. I have worked hard in the last 3-4 years and hopefully I can keep scoring for more years,'' he said.


A strong 6.2 earthquake hit the Pacific nation of Vanuatu today, shaking buildings and scaring tourists but causing no significant damage.


Charlie Sheen plans to return to the set of ``Two and a Half Men'' by the end of February, his publicist Stan Rosenfield told NewsCore Thursday, after the actor's hospitalization and rehab treatment put the CBS show on production hiatus.


Lucknow, Oct 18 Major rivers in Uttar Pradesh have started receding, even as some areas continued to remain flooded, official sources said here.

Major rivers in Uttar Pradesh start receding


Women spend a lot more time on social networking sites than men do according to a new report published by research firm Comscore.

Women spend more time on social networking


Bucky Dent, who hit one of the most iconic home runs in Yankees history, returned to the Mohawk Valley Tuesday.


The Orioles today announced that they have recalled OF XAVIER AVERY from Triple-A Norfolk and placed RHP STEVE JOHNSON on the 15-day disabled list with a left oblique strain.

Orioles recall OF XAVIER AVERY from Triple-A Norfolk;


ABU DHABI // A UAE Google employee was said to be missing this morning in Egypt after taking part in protests in central Cairo.


Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr has been sentenced to 90 days in jail after pleading guilty to reduced battery domestic violence and harassment charges.

Floyd Mayweather Jr sentenced to 90 days in jail for domestic violence


'My big calling was to be a mother,' says the warm, friendly woman who grew up in an extended family of 21.


A 29-year-old Halifax man is facing several child pornography charges after an eight-month investigation.

Halifax man faces child pornography charges


Heavy snow stranded thousands of Christmas travelers in Europe on Friday, with Belgium's main airport closed for landing and icy roads in Sweden choked with traffic, APA reports quoting ``Reuters''.

Heavy snow strands Christmas travelers in Europe


Pakistani information minister Sherry Rehman on Friday resigned from her post but Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has not accepted her resignation, media reports said.

Pak information minister Sherry Rehman resigns:


Barnes & Noble chair wants to buy it back The last national bookstore chain is being taken off the shelf and dusted off for sale.


Federal mining regulators are holding hearings this month on two proposed rules for the industry.

Mining regulators hold hearings on proposed rules


New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter hits a solo home run in the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays to tie Lou Gehrig for the most career hits at Yankee Stadium on Sunday.

Jeter ties Gehrig for most hits at Yankee Stadium


Square, the iOS credit-card company, wants to replace lame old cash registers with sleek iPads sporting its little square white credit card-reading dongle.

Square wants to replace cash registers with iPads


The New York Daily News said Boyle, a ``Britain's Got Talent'' finalist and practicing Catholic, performed for the pope Thursday.


Tullett Prebon, an inter-dealer broker, has launched a primary placement business for alternatives to raise capital for hedge funds, private equity and other alternative investment funds.

Tullett Prebon launches primary placement business


Nine NATO troops were killed in a helicopter crash in the insurgent heartland of southern Afghanistan on Tuesday, making 2010 the deadliest year for international forces since the war began.

Nine NATO troops killed in helicopter crash


Fewer journalists were killed this year doing their jobs than in 2007 due to a big fall in the number of deaths in Iraq, a media watchdog said yesterday.

Fewer journalists killed this year: media watchdog


The prosecution today suggested to murder accused Antonie Dixon that he wanted to go out in a ``blaze of glory'' and referred to the Aramoana massacre several times in order to provoke a shootout with police.

Dixon wanted to go out in ``blaze of glory''


As expected, Lightning coach John Tortorella was named by USA Hockey on Friday to coach at the world championships.

Lightning's Tortorella to coach us at world championships


Today UbiWorkshop threw out a tweet that is hinting at a new Assassin's Creed title that could be focusing on assassin's in China.

Assassin's Creed focusing on assassins in China?


The Chicago Cubs came up a run short against the New York Yankees on Saturday, June 18.

Chicago Cubs come up short against New York Yankees


Many Haitians are still in desperate straits -- and some even say they feel forgotten - as they crave for food, shelter and other basic needs two months after a devastating earthquake left more than 220,000 people dead in the Caribbean country that is now struggling to recover from the disaster and to rebuild.


New Delhi, Is it time for India to rethink the death penalty and join the majority of the countries that have abolished it?

Time for India to rethink the death penalty?


McKesson Corp. said Monday that it has agreed to buy US Oncology, a portfolio company of Welsh Carson, for about $2.16 billion, including debt.

McKesson to buy US Oncology for $2.16 billion, including debt


Dolphins are the chefs of the seas, having been seen going through precise and elaborate preparations to rid cuttlefish of ink and bone to produce a soft meal of calamari, Australian scientists say.


US stocks fell, after the Standard & Poor's 500 Index climbed to a five-year high, as investors awaited the start of the corporate earnings season tomorrow.

Us stocks fall as investors await start of earnings season


The Ministry of Natural Resources reminds people that it is not necessary to feed local deer this winter.


Pop Goes The Wiggles Live! will be coming to the Bryce Jordan Center, Friday, November 7th at 6:30 pm Presented by Toys ``R'' Us, The Wiggles are the most successful family entertainment band in history.

The Wiggles are coming to the Bryce Jordan Center


in Penn State Wrestling Penn State head wrestling coach Cael Sanderson was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame on Wednesday evening.

Sanderson inducted into National Wrestling Hall of Fame


HLTH Corp. and its 84% owned subsidiary, WebMD Health Corp. said Monday that, in light of recent turmoil in financial markets, they have terminated, by mutual agreement, the merger agreement between them.

HLTH and WebMD terminate merger agreement


Daryl Guppy, Founder & Director of guppytraders.com is of the view that DLF has target of Rs 580.


An illegal brothel owner has been fined $8000 for operating out of Christchurch city-centre houses without consent.


Circuit City Stores has filed for bankruptcy about a week after it said it would close 20 per cent of its stores.


It was bad enough that Jarome Iginla didn't want to play for the Bruins, but on Saturday he helped the Penguins defeated the B's, 3-2, at TD Garden.

Jarome Iginla helps Penguins past Bruins


SaskFilm took their new ``film friendly'' initiative to Los Angeles last weekend to try and entice business to the Prairies.

Saskfilm tries to entice business to Prairies


After serving nearly 12 years on the El Segundo City Council and three times as mayor, Kelly McDowell announced he will not be running for a fourth term come April.


A CII delegation will visit European nations including Albania, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina with an aim to strengthen India's commercial ties with these countries.

CII delegation to visit European nations to strengthen ties


The first lady of Kentucky is personally inviting you to this year year's World Equestrian Games in Lexington.

First lady of Kentucky inviting you to world Equestrian Games


Margaret Hoelzer, who trains at the King Aquatic Club near Seattle, won silver in the 200-meter backstroke at the Beijing Olympics.

Margaret Hoelzer wins silver in backstroke


A New York Times journalist spent a second night in jail Friday after government officials of Zimbabwe overruled the attorney general's decision to let him go.

New York Times journalist spends another night in jail


Princess Dianas former butler Paul Burrell is quitting Britain to settle down permanently in the US, after securing his green card, it has been revealed.

Dis butler Paul Burrell quitting Britain to settle permanently in the US


New Zealand manufacturing expanded at its fastest pace for three years in April, bolstered by new orders.


Premier Jean Charest will shuffle his cabinet Wednesday, confirming rumours he wants to put a new face on his lineup.

Charest to shuffle his cabinet Wednesday


British actress Lucy Gordon, who appeared in `` Spider-Man 3,''was found dead in her Paris apartment after apparently committing suicide, French police said Thursday.

British actress Lucy Gordon found dead in Paris


The ``curse of the cover'' struck the world championships again Tuesday as Russia's Yelena Isinbayeva became the fourth global star to perish after featuring on the front page of the Daily Programme.


It will be a beautiful day to beat the Buckeyes, according to the National Weather Service.


Militants today decamped with two rifles from a police picket guarding a minority village in Shopian district of south Kashmir, official sources said.

Militants decamp with two rifles from police picket


For those who don't fancy whizzing down the piste, there is more to Geneva than just snow.


Duke Energy will voluntarily perform a maximum achievable technology assessment of air emission controls planned for the new 800-megawatt, advanced clean coal unit under construction at Cliffside Steam Station.

Duke Energy will voluntarily perform ``maximum achievable''


Verizon Wireless said today it will offer faster 4G mobile phone service in Rochester and 37 other US metropolitan areas.

Verizon Wireless to offer faster 4G mobile service in Rochester


The French current account deficit widened to €2.8 billion in January from €1.3 billion in December, the Bank of France reported on Friday.


A Columbia Township man faces charges of child rape and gross sexual imposition after a 15-year-old girl accused him of abusing her for 10 years this week, according to police and court reports.


Dr Fehmida Mirza, Speaker National Assembly, has said that literacy is the basic right of individuals that enables them to face the challenges of life and actively participate in social and economic activities.


The dealers closed the petrol pumps across the country for an hour on Sunday morning as per the Nepal Petroleum Dealers' National Association 's protest programme.


Laurent Blanc has reportedly stepped down from his post as France manager today following a disappointing Euro 2012 campaign marked by infighting and underperformance.

Laurent Blanc reportedly steps down as France manager


Mahindra Satyam today announced its plans to collaborate with defence and security company Saab to develop its operations in India for the global defence and homeland security market.

Mahindra Satyam to collaborate with Saab to develop its operations in India


Rihanna and Craig Robinson Sing Take Your Panties on during the movie This Is The End.


A man has died after falling about 40 metres in Snowdonia, say North Wales Police.


In order to communicate with her audibly impaired fans, 'Desperate Housewives' star Eva Longoria said she has learned to speak in sign language.


NEW YORK Maria Sharapova is returning to the WTA Tour this week for the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, Calif., the three-time major champion announced on her Web site.

Maria Sharapova to return at Indian Wells


Animalcare Group registered office has changed to Common Road, Dunnington, York, YO19 5RU with immediate effect.


HEB has issued a precautionary recall for Luvs Candy Text Messages hard candy sold in all its stores.


Trevor Bayne remains at a North Carolina hospital receiving treatment for a serious insect bite after checking himself in early Sunday morning, though it's not yet determined what kind of insect bit the Daytona 500 winner.

Trevor Bayne receiving treatment for serious insect bite


A body found in Benton County has been identified as a 22-year-old Corvallis man who was reported missing by his father.


BAE Systems said Tuesday it won a US Army contract worth up to $95 million for automated security systems to control access to military bases.

Bae systems wins Army contract worth up to $95 million for automated security systems


NYSE-listed Pilgrim's Pride Corp., which has several processing plants in Alabama, has filed a voluntary petition for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Pilgrim's Pride Corp. files Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection


Channing Tatum is to become a dad for the first time, according to People magazine.

Channing Tatum to become a dad for the first time


New Delhi/Pune, Aug 3 India reported its first swine flu death Monday when a 14-year-old girl succumbed to the influenza A virus in Pune.

India reports first swine flu death in Pune


Corbond Corporation, a Johns Manville company, is expanding its parts and equipment department with the addition of a new technical support representative and expanded hours.

Corbond expands its parts and equipment department


Macedonia against Bulgaria in August in SkopjeMacedonian national team will play a friendly match against Bulgaria in August, in Skopje.

Macedonia to play friendly against Bulgaria in August


A 25-year-old Las Cruces man seen smoking marijuana at a northeast El Paso park was arrested after he was chased by officers, police told our media partners at www.kfoxtv.com Monday.

Las Cruces man smoking marijuana in northeast El Paso park arrested after chase


Chris Brown is heading out on the road to support his new release, FAME T-Pain, Kelly Rowland and Tyga will be joining him.


THE RFL video panel ruled that Paul Wood had no case to answer after a high tackle during Warrington Wolves' defeat at Castleford.


Oil rose above $50 a barrel on Friday, rebounding from a three and half year low and buoyed by rallies in Europe and Asian equities on talk that China may cut interest rates later in the day.


Bodybuilding icon Joe Weider, who created the Mr Olympia contest and mentored a young Arnold Schwarzenegger, has died age 93.


Lee Clarke made a surprise return to action on Saturday -- less than three weeks after suffering an injury that left him unable to walk.


A Concession Agreement has been signed in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways for `` Widening of existing road to 2-lane national highway standards from Nechipu to Hoj on hybrid BOT model under the Arunachal Pradesh Package of Roads and Highway. The Nechipu -- Hoj Section of NH-229 is a part of Trans Arunachal Highway. The construction of 2 lane Trans Arunachal highway from Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh to approaches to Bogibeel bridge in Assam was announced by the Prime Minister on 31st January, 2008 during his visit to Itanagar.

Concession Agreement signed for Widening of Nechipu to Hoj road


Toronto Dance Theatre is revisiting its roots in a show, Rare Mix, that highlights three of the elements that make this small modern dance company, founded in 1968, a force to be reckoned with nationally and internationally.

Toronto dance Theatre revisits its roots


Southern Utah junior Wade Collie has been arrested on drug charges according to information on the Iron County Sheriff's Office website.

Southern Utah's Wade Collie arrested on drug charges


Darien Lake is changing up traffic rules to make sure visitors stay safe.


CALEDONIAN MacBrayne say two Clyde ferry services will be hit by three and four-day stoppages this week.


Grocery store chain Supervalu Inc. is getting bumped from the S&P 500 Index, leaving 16 Minnesota-based companies on the bellwether index.

Supervalu gets bumped from the S&P 500 Index


Previously mentioned TuneSpan -- the app that splits your iTunes library across multiple drives -- is on sale right now for $1.99, down from its usual $15.49 asking price.

TuneSpan splits your iTunes library across multiple drives


Under the project Revitalisation and Modernisation of the District Heating System in Pancevo worth around 4.5 million euros, the European Union has helped Pancevo get a sustainable and modern district heating system and enhance environment protection by shutting down eight boiler houses running on crude oil now and additional sixteen in the next five years.


Gov. Jay Nixon has signed into law more than two dozen bills covering a variety of topics, including disturbances of worship services, workers' compensation and child care providers.

Governor Nixon signs more than two dozen bills


New Zealand hooker Andrew Hore has been cited for allegedly striking Wales lock Bradley Davies during yesterday's Test in Cardiff.

Andrew Hore cited for strike on Bradley Davies


``Grey's Anatomy'' and ``Private Practice'' will cross over again in early 2010, with former lovers Addison Montgomery and Mark Sloan popping up on each other's shows, the network confirms.

'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Private Practice' cross over again


NYSE Euronext announced Thursday that it has completed the formation of the ``Commission on Corporate Governance'' to address US corporate governance and the overall proxy process.

NYSE Euronext completes formation of commission on corporate governance


SANTA MONICA, Calif. Amazon.com Inc. unveiled four new Kindle Fire models on Thursday, including ones with larger screens, as the online retailer steps up competition with Apple Inc. ahead of the holiday shopping season.

Amazon unveils four new Kindle Fire models


TUI Travel , the world's biggest tour operator, said it was outperforming competitors in Britain, helping to offset weaker trading in France, and overall trading was in line with its expectations.

Tui Travel says outperforming competitors in UK


Investigators believe a suicidal pilot flew a small plane into an IRS building in Austin, Texas.


Confidence is the key to an economic recovery in Canada and around the world, Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney said on Wednesday.


Authorities say the bodies of two missing Wakpala teens were found in north central South Dakota.


At least one Dutch service member was killed in an attack in southern Afghanistan on Saturday, Afghan sources told BNO News.

At least one Dutch service member killed in southern Afghanistan


A Camrose maintenance worker was severely burned Tuesday after the tar kettle he was working with caught fire.


Reuters reported that Australia approved miner Rio Tinto's USD 1 billion plus South of Embley bauxite mine and port project in Queensland after a year's delay due to concerns about ships harming the Great Barrier Reef.

Australia approves Rio Tinto USD 1 billion bauxite mine


Animal lover Leona has teamed up with The Body Shop for the products and will also become a ``brand activist'' for the company.

Leona lewis has teamed up with the Body Shop


Canada is investing $48 million over the next eight years to create a national public umbilical cord blood bank to help gravely ill Canadians who need stem cell transplants.

Canada creating national umbilical cord blood bank


A 30-year-old Mount Pearl man will be sentenced this afternoon for one of two crimes he's facing in provincial court.


NBA playoffs betting have the Bucks listed as 1-point favorites at home against the Hawks with sportsbooks holding the over/under total at 189.


Business services company Alliance Data Systems Corp posted higher second-quarter profit, beating market estimates, boosted by a 31 percent jump in its loyalty services segment.


Shimla, April 16 Tremors were felt across Himachal Pradesh for several seconds Tuesday.


China imported 15 percent less sawlogs in the first half of 2012 than in 1H/2011; in addition, prices for domestic and imported softwood logs were lower than last year, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly.


US stocks pared back sharp losses on Friday as traders digested a surprisingly weak March labour report and watched rising global tensions with North Korea.


International news broadcaster BBC World has tied up with six mobile service providers in India and will be looking to provide more content to consumers through the medium including news video clips.

BBC World ties up with six mobile service providers in India


Three Filipinos have been arrested in connection with the murder of a Canadian who was living in the Philippines.

Three arrested in connection with murder of Canadian in Philippines


The British government announced emergency legislation on Monday to temporarily nationalize Northern Rock PLC amid strident criticism of the move from opposition lawmakers and shareholders in the stricken mortgage lender.

UK government nationalizes Northern Rock amid criticism


When parents live longer, children could escape dementia and the Alzheimer's disease, it has been found.


AP Business Writer Asian stock markets rose Wednesday after strong US corporate earnings sent the Dow close to its record high.

Asia stocks up on strong US corporate earnings


Comedian Ellen DeGeneres is offering up her matchmaking services to actress Anne Hathaway after her 2008 breakup from convicted fraudster Raffaello Follieri.

DeGeneres offers matchmaking services to Hathaway


For the first time in program history, the Texas A&M football team has produced a top 10 NFL Draft selection in three straight years after All-America offensive tackle Luke Joeckel was picked No. 2 overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday at Radio City Music Hall.

Joeckel picked No. 2 overall by Jacksonville Jaguars


Job advertisements post fall in April Updated: 13:52, Monday May 7, 2012 Job advertisements posted a sharp fall in April after three consecutive months of rises, a private survey shows.


Australia and Indonesia will join forces to help the region cope better with extreme weather being wrought by climate change and other natural disasters.


A FIGHT over a missing shirt led to the alleged murder of the man accused of stealing it, a Melbourne court has heard.

FIGHT over missing shirt led to alleged murder, court hears


The Creative Discovery Museum will host Girl Scouts and Brownies from around the region for an after-hours ``badge earning marathon'' July 19 - 23.

Creative Discovery Museum to host Girl Scouts and Brownies


EdX, Harvard and MIT's joint non-profit virtual learning initiative, will offer a proctored final exam for one of its courses this fall, President of edX and MIT Professor Anant Agarwal announced Thursday morning.

EdX to offer proctored final exam for one course


Anyone who wants to see how Turkey copes with a dominant Dutch team can watch the Netherlands vs Turkey live stream online without too much hassle.


A man was shot in the chest in an attempted robbery early Wednesday in the Excelsior, police said.


Luxembourg Prime Minister Jean-Claude Juncker, who leads the group of euro-area finance ministers, said Italy has to implement measures.

Luxembourg's Juncker says Italy has to implement measures


A vacant building collapsed in New York on Tuesday but there were no immediate reports of injuries, the city's Fire Department said.


a boxer and a glamour model are set to appear in ITV2's spin-off series, The Only Way Is Liverpool.

Boxer and glamour model set for the Only Way Is Liverpool


Police say an officer shot and wounded a man who attacked him, the second officer-involved shooting by San Jose police in three days.


A man escaped serious injury when the vehicle he was driving rolled several times Wednesday.


A former North Shore City Council employee was arrested today on multiple charges of theft and fraud.

Former North Shore City Council employee arrested for fraud


George Lucas plans to build a museum dedicated to visual storytelling in San Francisco that would house an art collection he amassed over more than four decades.

George Lucas plans to build visual storytelling museum


A Florissant man could face murder charges after the death of a young child in his care.


Mr Brce, 21, is the brains behind the Canvas Project; a new website that gives community artists a voice through five-minute video interviews.


Pop star Lady Gaga 'never complains' during her workouts, no matter how gruelling they are, says her personal trainer Harley Pasternak.

Lady Gaga never complains during workouts


Belarus and the European Union should develop a roadmap for normalizing their relations, former presidential candidate Alyaksandr Milinkevich said in an interview with BelaPAN.

Belarus and EU should develop roadmap for normalizing their relations, Milinkevich says


Dutch airline, KLM, announced Wednesday it would resume flights to Zimbabwe in October, a route it abandoned in 1999 after business nosedived.

Dutch airline, KLM, resumes flight to Zimbabwe


But now, web design has gone retail, and if you visit the Wickham Corners Shopping Center at 1070 N. Wickham Rd. in Melbourne, Florida that is exactly what you will find.


Top-ranked Roger Federer has lost to Julien Benneteau of France in the second round of the Paris Masters.

Federer loses in second round of Paris Masters


Oil prices sank again Tuesday, falling below $50 a barrel in New York as the market worried about demand on signs of a deepening global economic downturn.

Oil prices sink again on worries about demand


Vesta Williams, the R&B singer who had several hits in the 1980s and early '90s, was found dead in a Los Angeles hotel room on Thursday.

R&B singer vesta Williams found dead in L.A. hotel room


Wolves new signing Jamie O'Hara says he is looking forward to the challenge of helping the club preserve their Premier League place.


Democrats are not expected to return today to the Indiana House to end the standoff that has shut down the Indiana House for more than two weeks.


The space shuttle Endeavour flew over Sacramento midmorning Friday before turning southwest toward San Francisco and then to Los Angeles.

Space shuttle Endeavour flies over Sacramento


Crystal Harris married for security Updated: 21:08, Friday February 8, 2013 Crystal Harris says she married hugh Hefner to ease her constant fears she would be 'replaced'.


A Napa County man in his 20s has died of the H1N1 flu, county public health officials said Monday.


Gold Coast residents will return to water restrictions after the city's main dam dropped below 95 per cent.

Gold Coast returns to water restrictions


The Dalai Lama is to visit Derry in April.


World 800 meters champion David Rudisha, the hot favorite for gold at the London Olympics, cruised through his heat at the Kenyan trials on Thursday while Commonwealth champion Boaz Lalang failed to qualify for Saturday's final.

Rudisha cruises through heats in Kenyan trials


The Chinese government on Tuesday donated medical equipment worth 300,000 US dollars to Uganda boost the East African country's effort to promote reproductive health.

China donates medical equipment to Uganda


The Montevallo Police Department is investigating a pair of robberies at two local businesses.

Montevallo Police investigating pair of robberies


An Ironton man was found competent to stand trial and was sentenced on a community control sanction violation to two years in prison by Lawrence County Common Pleas Judge Charles ``Chuck'' Cooper.

Ironton man sentenced to two years in prison


Melbourne Victory star Marco Rojas has confirmed he is leaving the A-League to play in Europe.


The New York Knicks announced Sunday they have signed veteran guard Mike Bibby to a reported one-year, $1.4 million contract.


In an update on the performance of stocks based on their quality ranking, Standard & Poor's shows the higher quality rated stocks outperform in down markets.


Israel on Tuesday hotly defended its new construction plans for disputed east Jerusalem against criticism from President Barack Obama, Palestinians and the European Union â€'' insisting it never agreed to halt the building and sharpening a crisis that threatens to derail peace talks.

Israel defends construction in east Jerusalem


Union Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh today said it was not possible to cancel all the coal block allocations but asserted that no one, even if a minister or a senior official, would be spared if found involved in the coal scam.

Not possible to cancel all coal block allocations:


Insurer Prudential has said that it sees a positive start to 2013 in an interim management statement for the first quarter.


National police commissioner General Bheki Cele said the police were seeking legal advice as he disputed the public protector's findings that he was involved in improper, unlawful conduct that amounted to maladministration.


Subhash K Jha speaks about Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal If you can overlook the outrageous suggestion that Nana Patekar could be Om Puri's son then you're in for some clean healthy wholesome and engaging fun in this comic drama about a stranger who walks into a Catholic village and changes malfunctional lives with his positivity.


SALINAS, Calif. A recent study says climate change, particularly the warming of the climate, could hurt the wine industry across the Central Coast.

Study says climate change could hurt wine industry


A 25-foot-tall, 1 1/2-inch thick tree fell on a moving vehicle on Marguerite Parkway at Vista Del Lago Friday night, according to Mission Viejo Police Services logs.


With the DWTS 2011 live stream you don't have to read live blogs while you wish you were watching the events go down on TV.

'Dancing With the Stars' 2011 live stream


Dennis Hopper, who directed and starred in the seminal counter-cultural film ``Easy Rider'' and later established himself as a highly distinct and flamboyant character actor, died Saturday at his home in Venice, Calif., after battling prostate cancer.

Dennis Hopper, director of ``Easy Rider,'' dies


United Airlines iis planning to lay off 950 pilots as it prepares to cut domestic capacity to offset soaring fuel prices.

United Airlines planning to lay off 950 pilots


British luxury car makers have been defying the recession by unveiling glamorous new models at the Geneva motor show this week.

British luxury car makers defy recession


The whole nation celebrated 15th ``Youm-e-Takbeer'' on Tuesday with great zeal to commemorate the transformation of the country into seventh nuclear state of the world and first Muslim state equipped with the nuclear arsenal.


The Grizzlies signed center Hamed Haddadi, Grizzlies General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Wallace announced.


Health Ministry stated on Monday that the death toll from swine flu increased to 112 in Turkey.

Death toll from swine flu increases to 112 in Turkey


The railway strike was called off yesterday following talks between Transport Minister Dulles Alahapperuma, Ministry Secretary A. Hewage and representatives of the Locomotive Operating Engineers Union.


Tata is cutting 900 steel jobs across the UK, but Scunthorpe is not affected by the announcement.


Russia has appointed one of its most senior generals as new chief military envoy to NATO, the Defense Ministry said on Monday, stressing the importance of Moscow's ties with the Atlantic military alliance.

Russia appoints senior General as new envoy to NATO


Local activists protest in front of the IRS office in Melbourne,Fla. The protest was in response to the scandal involving the IRS' targeting of conservative groups, Tea Party members and non-profits with the word ``Patriots'' included in the organization name.

Local activists protest at IRS office in Melbourne


Jerry Petrowski was officially sworn in today as the new State Senator of the 29th District.

Petrowski officially sworn in at state Senator


Mullane's column is ``What I saw at the Gosnell trial.''


A man drove his SUV through the front doors of the HEB at 12860 North US Highway 183 Tuesday morning after he lost control of the vehicle.


The Chinese government has pledged its continuous support to Sri Lanka in its efforts to safeguarding state independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity and realizing social and economic development the Xinhua news agency reported.

Chinese government pledges continuous support to Sri Lanka


VILLAGE Roadshow will sell its distribution centre in Sydney which currently handles more than 36 million DVDs.

Village Roadshow sells distribution centre


BROADCASTER ITV says it has beaten the ``worst television advertising downturn on record'' after it fought back from a £2.7bn loss to make a £25m profit last year.

Broadcaster beats the worst of the downturn


SIMON Cowell will use his wedding to gain publicity for the the launch of X Factor in America, according to reports.

Simon Cowell 'to use wedding for publicity'


A woman in her 50s was knocked to the ground and robbed outside her home near downtown Palo Alto on Wednesday night, police said.

Woman knocked down, robbed outside her home in downtown Palo Alto


`` title=''US healthcare law may benefit many Indian companies too`` width=''151`` height=''150`` align=''left`` />They will benefit from the new US healthcare bill by handling more administrative work for insurers, say companies in India.


TMZ reports that Murray's lawyers will ask Judge Michael Pastor for probation for Murray instead of imprisonment.

Conrad Murray's lawyers to ask for probation


The United States government posted a monthly deficit of $188 billion in March, with the government spending more than double what it took in last month, the Treasury department said in a report Tuesday.The cumulative deficit through the first half of fiscal 2011, which began on October 1st, was a record $829 billion, about 16% higher than last years $717 billion shortfall in the first half of the year.The monthly deficit was the second largest recorded for March, outpaced by the $192 billion gap posted in March of 2009.Economists had expected a slightly higher deficit of $189 billion for the month.

US government Posts $188 billion deficit in March


Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad meets Cuban President Raul Castro but a bomb attack that killed an Iranian nuclear scientist is not discussed during the meeting.


A MAN jumped from a fourth floor balcony into a pool to escape police as they tried to arrest him on the Gold Coast, police say.


Cedar Grove held their annual reorganization meeting today that saw the swearing in of incumbents and establishing new mayor and deputy mayor.

Cedar Grove hold annual reorganization meeting


Ukraine, Kiev, Dec. 25 /Trend News, Z. Novsvitski/ Ukraine welcomes any offers to strengthen international security, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Volodymyr Ogryzko said at a news conference in Kiev on Dec. 25.

Ukraine welcomes any offers to strengthen international security:


Security provider McAfee announced on Monday that it has launched four new data center security suites to help secure servers and databases.

Security provider McAfee launches new data center security suites


Australia on Monday made it clear that it will not sell uranium to India despite welcoming Nuclear Suppliers Group decision to end the 34-year long embargo on nuclear trade with India.


A LOVE affair ended with a terrified woman being attacked in her own home, a judge was told.

LOVE affair ended with woman being attacked


under USA TODAY News Lil Wayne was hospitalized Tuesday after suffering a seizure, TMZ reports.

Lil Wayne hospitalized after suffering another seizure


IPL franchise Mumbai Indians on Friday started the online ticket sales for their home matches of the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League.

Mumbai Indians start online ticket sales


LONG BEACH, Calif. TJ Robinson had 18 points and 13 rebounds Tuesday night and Long Beach State beat Boise State 72-62.

Long Beach State beats Boise State 72-62


An absent minded driver lost a passenger after veering into a ditch and regaining control of her car while traveling north of Blackduck.


Sky Sports News presenter Charlotte Jackson has joined Sky Poker as their Poker Ambassador.


Brazilian miner Vale has raised its bid for rival Xstrata by 17 percent to more than $89 billion, and a formal offer is expected in the coming days, a source with direct knowledge of the merger talks said Thursday.

Brazil miner Vale raises bid for Xstrata:


Iran could hit back at Israel with missiles if the Jewish state attacked it and could also rely on allies in the region to strike, the commander of the Islamic Republic's Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday, reports The Washington Post.

Iran can hit Israel with missiles if attacked


Washington, Oct 27 Warning that a nuclear armed Pakistan with a fragile democracy and longstanding rivalry with India could ``easily become the epicentre of extremism in the world,'' an influential senator has sought intensified US support for its key ally.

'Pakistan could easily become the epicentre of extremism'


Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., has introduced legislation to amend the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to allocate necessary sums for collecting statistics from enhanced birth certificates.

Rep. Cohen introduces legislation to amend the Public Health Service Act


Ecuador received powerful backing from regional allies as they warned Britain of ``grave consequences'' if it breaches diplomatic security at Ecuador's embassy in London, where WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is holed up.

Ecuador allies warn Britain of 'grave consequences'


QPR's France striker Loic Remy has been arrested on suspicion of rape, according to police on Wednesday.

QPR star Remy arrested on suspicion of rape


Police said they will recommend to the Attorney-General's Chambers that PAS vice-president Datuk Husam Musa be charged for sedition over a comment he allegedly made in a speech in Kota Baru, Kelantan, two weeks ago.


Enterprise, the prototype space shuttle orbiter, landed New York in its first flight in more than 26 years.


Even in his moment of glory, social activist and anti-corruption crusader Anna Hazare ensured that those fasting with him broke their fast first.

Anna ensured those fasting with him broke their fast first


State Rep. Don Coram, R-Montrose, will host town hall meetings on Feb. 5 in Ridgway, Feb. 12 in Montrose, and Feb. 19 in Hotchkiss.

Rep. Don Coram to host town hall meetings


British business confidence picked up last month to its highest level since the credit squeeze began, despite persistent fears about the economic outlook, a survey showed on Wednesday.


Endosense, a medical technology company focused on enabling the broad adoption of catheter ablation for the treatment of cardiac rhythm disorders, has launched the TOCCATA clinical study to evaluate the safety of the TactiCath™ system with enrollment gaining momentum.

Endosense launches TOCCATA clinical study


GRAY, Maine ― A dry and warm weather pattern is returning to Maine after the state's first drenching in weeks.


Scotland's Finance Secretary John Swinney has accused the UK government of hysteria when it comes to the independence question.

John Swinney accuses UK government of hysteria


THE dollar closed lower for the third consecutive day on weakened appeal for riskier assets after fears the global financial crisis could now hit emerging economies.


Former six-term Sen. Claiborne Pell has died after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.


India orders probe into Finmeccanica copter deal India's top investigative agency is looking into the role a former air force chief played in a $750 million helicopter contract marred by reports of bribery.


Dollar strengthened against the euro on Friday after government report showed the US economy shed just 20 000 jobs in April fewer than economists had expected.


Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association officials remind ranchers that the next brand re-registration period ends Wednesday, Feb. 29.

Brand re-registration period ends Feb. 29


A man is in serious condition after he was shot outside his apartment Sunday afternoon, police said.

Man in serious condition after shooting at apartments


CHICAGO -An Arkansas man has bought a 1909 Honus Wagner baseball card for $1.62 million at a memorabilia auction in Chicago, a sports auction company said Saturday.

Arkansas man buys baseball card for $1.62 million


GOVERNMENT has constituted a commission of inquiry to probe the alleged payment of K3.5 billion to George Kunda and Company when the former Vice-President was Minister of Justice.

Government constitutes a commission of inquiry to probe George Kunda


The mayor of McAlester says residents will determine what the language will be regarding how excess sales tax revenue is used.

Residents will language regarding how excess tax revenue is used


The BP oil spill trial was delayed one week to allow BP Plc. to negotiate with thousands of business and individuals affected by the 2010 oil rig disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, Reuters reports.


AP Writer Tea party leaders are announcing plans for a new federation to promote the movement's message of limited government and public spending.

Tea party leaders announce new federation


The highly anticipated independent film Knights of Badassdom will be coming to San Diego Comic Con 2011.

'Knights of Badassdom' comes to Comic-Con 2011


Shortly after new Syracuse Chief Stephen Strasburg arrived in Syracuse on Wednesday, NewsChannel 9's Steve Infanti sat down with the phenom for an interview.


Tunisian Prime Minister Hamadi Jebali announced during his diplomatic visit to Saudi Arabia today that Tunisian visa requirements will be lifted for Saudi citizens.

Visa requirements to be lifted for Saudi citizens


The local share market has reversed morning losses after the finance and mining sectors recovered from early falls.


Sky is to investigate the effects of 3D television, following warnings that it can leave viewers feeling dizzy and nauseous, according to a report in the Daily Mail.


Crude oil dropped slightly on Tuesday following gains made the previous day.


Pro-Russian opposition leader Viktor Yanukovych declared victory in Ukraine's presidential runoff but his opponent rejected the claim, saying the vote was too close to call.


The autopsy report of singer Davy Jones has been released and according to it, the singer died due to a heart attack.


Ole Miss junior Murphy Holloway has been cleared to play immediately by both the NCAA and Southeastern Conference, giving the Rebels an experienced scorer and rebounder in the post.

Ole Miss' Holloway cleared to play immediately


The Jets have signed former Chargers defensive tackle and Rahway native Antonio Garay, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed.

Jets sign former Chargers nose tackle Antonio Garay


The 2009 Dubai World Cup, the final racemeeting to be staged at Nad Al Sheba, is set to take place on Saturday March 28.

The 2009 Dubai World Cup to be staged at Nad Al Sheba


Rug Pad Corner is pleased to announce that its Superior felt rug pad has been rated as a contributor to LEED and a greener environment.

Superior felt rug pad rated as a contributor to LEED and a greener environment


18 May, 22:26 - Shia LaBeouf has confirmed speculation that he once went on a date with Rihanna, but admits that ``the spark wasn't there''.

LaBeouf: 'I went on a date with Rihanna'


A 33-year-old man found dead in a Tillsonburg motel is being identified by police.


New Delhi, May 22 Testimony of relatives can be a strong evidence since they seldom shield the actual culprit to implicate an innocent person as it is against human conduct, the Supreme Court has held.

Testimony of relatives can be strong evidence:


A MELBOURNE woman has put her struggling poet husband up for sale on eBay in a bid to fund his work.

Woman puts poet husband up for sale on eBay


Czech President Vaclav Klaus Monday criticised students' protests against a university reform calling them political pressure and he cancelled his Wednesday visit to Brno, including a lecture at Masaryk University, in reaction to the unrest, he said on his website.

Klaus criticises students' protest against university reform


An organization headed by former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Friday that Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez canceled a trip to Argentina and Brazil due to flooding and mudslides in Venezuela.

Chavez cancels trip to Argentina and Brazil


Montrealers will rally in solidarity with Israel on Monday, June 7 at noon, outside the General Consulate of Israel.

Montrealers to rally in solidarity with Israel


Yorkshire cricketer Joe Root will open the batting for England against Essex in Chelmsford on Sunday.


The United States should be more forthright about how many civilians die in its overseas wars, and exercise more caution with unmanned drone attacks, a United Nations human rights envoy said on Wednesday.

US should exercise caution with drone attacks:


Swedish construction firm Skanska sells an ongoing office project on Sturegatan in central Sundbyberg, a Stockholm suburb.

Skanska sells office project in Sundbyberg


The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, setting sail on September 1, 2013, will start and finish in London.

Clipper Round the world Yacht Race to start and finish in London