The International Olympic Committee said Friday that it has decided to scrap all future international Olympic torch relays and confine it to host countries.

IOC scraps international Olympic torch relays


India has congratulated John Kerry on his becoming the new US Secretary of State, saying it is confident that India-US relations will continue to grown in his term, said local media Friday.

India congratulates Kerry on becoming US Secretary of state


Well, I heard that Bundesliga is starting in the begining of august...


Citicourt Investment Partners has secured funding from investors in New York and the Middle East for a UK investment drive.

Citicourt secures funding for UK investment drive


SPANISH scientists have discovered that a heart attack could be worse in the morning than at any other time of day.

Spanish scientists discover heart attacks worse in the morning


Hon Hai Precision Industry, Tu-Cheng, New Taipei, Taiwan, has been assigned a patent developed by Chung-Cheng Hsieh, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, Li-Ping Chen, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, for a connecting member.

Hon Hai Precision Industry assigned patent


Other honorable mention were the Film actors Guild for their actions in collaboration with North Korea and pop singer Britney Spears who has been linked to emerging Jihadist movement the Non-Muslim Entertainer's Jihad and General Meanness Front or NMEJGMF.

Britney Spears linked to Jihadist movement


President Barack Obama signed a pair of intelligence bills into law Thursday to improve oversight of sensitive spy operations and reduce the amount of threat information that is classified and kept from state and local authorities as a result.

Obama signs pair of intelligence bills into law


Slovenian mobile operator Mobitel launches a special offer for the deaf and hard of hearing, providing free video telephony on its network to enable sign language communication.

Mobitel launches offer for deaf and hard of hearing


Republican Sen. John McGee resigned from the Idaho Legislature on Wednesday amid allegations of sexual harassment involving a female senate aide, capping a political free-fall that began last year with a drunken driving arrest.

Sen. John McGee resigns over allegations of sexual harassment


``When I visit Israel and the Occupied Territories immediately after the Quartet meeting, I will go to Gaza so that I can assess the situation for myself,'' Ban said.


An Auburn man was stabbed in the leg Saturday night and treated at East Alabama Medical Center, Auburn police Capt. Tom Stofer said.


More than three months after it was shut to the outside world following the worst anti-government protests in two decades, the Tibetan capital Lhasa would soon be reopened for foreign tourists, local officials said.


'Flu is more serious than you think -- so get the flu jab now'-- that is the message from the Public Health Agency as the seasonal flu vaccination programme gets underway for 2011/12.


The Catholic Church must respect local laws when handling child abuse cases, the Vatican's chief spokesman said yesterday, two days after the Holy See issued new rules against paedophile priests.

'Church must respect local law in abuse cases'


In fact, Toney wants to start at the top -- with UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar.


THE zoning exercise that will be implemented by the Ministry of Education next year will mainly affect urban schools.


Sindh Education Minister Pir Mazhar-ul-Haq on Tuesday issued directives to remove all supervisors serving for over three years in the department and also issued directions to replace non-performing District Education Officers from the Department.

Pir Mazhar issues directives to remove supervisors


An 18-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Palmdale and homicide detectives were assigned to the case, sheriff's officials said today.


08:44 Liverpool has signed Belgium goalkeeper Simon Mignolet from fellow Premier League side Sunderland for a reported fee of 9 million pounds.

Liverpool signs Mignolet from Sunderland


Iwakuma, Mariners shut down Angels 6-1 with a solo shot in the first inning and the Mariners beat Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels 6-1 on Tuesday night.


John Mitchell has left his coaching position with Sale, after just a month in charge, to return to South Africa for personal reasons.

John Mitchell leaves Sale Sharks after a month for 'personal reasons'


City voters trust the teachers union more than the mayor to protect public school students' interests, according to a poll released Wednesday.

City voters trust teachers union more than mayor: poll


Lauryn Hill has cancelled all the shows in a European tour she'd scheduled this summer.


Momsen wants to be different to other actresses turned singers in her band The Pretty Reckless.

Taylor Momsen 'different' to other actresses turned singers


The feared recession in the US economy has already arrived, according to a report from Merrill Lynch.


It's a boy for former Family Matter's actress Jaimee Foxworth and her boyfriend Michael Shaw.


Two inmates died in Los Angeles County jails in the past week, sheriff's officials said today.


The nation on Wednesday celebrated Eid Milad-un-Nabi with religious reverence and fervour renewing the pledge to earnestly and humbly follow the true teachings of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad.The day began with special prayers for prosperity, security, peace, unity and brotherhood amongst the followers of the Holy Prophet.The day had been declared a public holiday.

Nation celebrated Eid Milad-un-Nabi (pbuh) with reverence


Margaret Lipscombe, director of urban programmes at the Tree Council, said that global warming is a significant issue and any initiative or research aimed at solving the problem is ``fantastic''.

Every global warming initiative is ``fantastic''


CTV will be hosting an open house event Saturday, May 23, to bring attention to the issues facing local television in Manitoba and Canada.


Xstrata has put a near-$1bn stake in a Papua New Guinea copper project up for sale, becoming the latest miner to ease back on spending after a slump in commodity prices.


>Elephants roaming Bangkok streets will soon be embedded with microchips, which will alert relevant authorities as soon as the giant pachyderms step out of their designated areas.

Elephants to be embedded with microchips


Spain is still importing Argentine biodiesel despite import curbs announced in April on supplies from Argentina in the dispute between the two countries over energy company YPF, Hamburg-based oilseeds analysts Oil World said on Tuesday.

Spain still imports Argentine biodiesel:


MARSTON Green's village hall will close its doors at the end of next month, it has been confirmed.

Marston Green village hall to close its doors


Reality TV star Kim Kardashian filed for divorce Monday, just 72 days after marrying basketball player Kris Humphries in a lavish wedding that was billed as a ``fairytale.''

Kim Kardashian files for divorce from Kris Humphries


Former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak goes on trial on charges that he ordered the killing of protesters in February's uprising.


West Ham skipper Kevin Nolan suffered a broken toe during Monday night's derby against Tottenham .

West Ham skipper Nolan suffers broken toe


In his first detailed explanation on the Chinese threat to India, Chief of the Indian Army, General Deepak Kapoor, speaking exclusively to TIMES NOW 's Editor-in-Chief Arnab Goswami, said India is more than prepared to counter China.


STIs diagnoses in England rose to almost half a million last year with the highest rate in those under 25.

Stis in England rises to almost half a million


German drama ``When We Leave'' and the Down syndrome romance documentary ``Monica & David'' have won top honours at the ninth annual Tribeca Film Festival.

'When We Leave,' 'Monica & David' win top honours at Tribeca film festival


Wells Fargo refinance mortgage rates have been very low for quite some time.


An East Longmeadow man has been convicted of insider trading and conspiring to commit insider trading after pleading guilty to those charges yesterday in federal court.

East Longmeadow man convicted of insider trading


Devon Energy Corporation today announced that it has completed the sale of its ACG field located offshore Azerbaijan in the Caspian Sea to BP for $2 billion.

Devon Energy completes sale of ACG field in Azerbaijan


A burglary suspect has been caught on camera, and now the Hall County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help with his physical capture.


Bad news about the economy could cause you to pack on the pounds, according to a new study published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science.

Bad news about economy could cause you to pack on the pounds


This morning, after the uneventful game against Tunisia, William Gallas exited practice after a few minutes of running.


Two former ministers face the Iraq inquiry today, as Westminster gears up for Tony Blair's evidence on Friday.


Strange Google now bug causes voice searches to praise the iPad.


``As principal of Stanley High, I must say that each graduating class has a special place in my memory, and the class of 2010 is certainly no different,'' Everett said.

'Each graduating class has a special place in my memory'


Water supply return to sections of Portmore in St. Catherine as well as Kingston and St. Andrew on Wednesday afternoon after a disruption of service on Monday.

Water to return to sections of Portmore and Kingston


GE could become one of the first major tenants to take on office space at The Ark.

GE could become first major tenant of the Ark


The author said the protests sweeping the Middle East over the release of an anti-Islam film have brought back vivid memories for him.


Florida A&M University says it's launched a new anti-hazing website -- stophazingatfamu.com -- to educate students, faculty, alumni and others about the dangers of hazing.


Guns N' Roses faces a $1 million lawsuit from two record companies that claim the group illegally sampled two tracks off of German musican Ulrich Schnauss' album for their Chinese Democracy CD.


The local option sales tax passed in Osceola but failed in Woodburn.


SAN JOSE , Calif. ― The San Jose police union wants the anti-gang unit resurrected, saying elimination of the elite squad will have a devastating impact on the city.

Police union wants anti-gang unit resurrected


A middle-aged man was found murdered in mysterious circumstances in a shop on Gotri Road on Wednesday morning.


*Malcolm Shabazz, activist and grandson of late leader Malcolm X, was detained by the FBI while en route to Iran, reports Press TV.

Malcolm Shabazz, grandson of Malcolm X, detained by FBI;


A school bus driver in northern Massachusetts blew more than three times the legal limit after crashing his bus into a smaller one Monday afternoon.

School bus driver blows three times the legal limit after crashing into another bus


The growing worldwide food crisis could hit Canada, warns one of the country's top consumer advocates.


BroadMap®, a leading Geographic Information Systems data, services and solutions provider, today announced the availability of a number of specialty GIS tools and services.

BroadMap® announces availability of specialty GIS tools and services


POP legend Boy George threatened to punch funnyman Jimmy Carr last night after the comic made a quip about the singer.

Boy George threatens to 'punch out' Jimmy Carr


THE ABC will open a Kabul bureau to recognise the importance of Afghanistan to an Australian audience, the broadcaster said today.


Some local authorities have failed to submit their salary schedules amid revelations that their salaries were likely to be slashed, a government official has said.

Local authorities fail to submit salary schedules


Share prices on Bursa Malaysia ended lower today, led by losses in major heavyweights, as weaknesses on Wall Street and regional bourses weighed down sentiment, dealers said.


Prices moved both ways on the wholesale grain market on Saturday in the process of improved business activity as some major commercial centres opened after one-day closure as the government declared holiday to protest against publication of sacrilegious cartoons, dealers said.


'Every single step that Najib takes is being closely watched by the people.

'Every step you take, we're watching you'


Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood has vowed to back manager Arsene Wenger in the transfer market to help the Gunners challenge for trophies.

Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood vows to back Arsene Wenger in the transfer market


The Royal Parks has opened the first allotment in Kensington Gardens since World War Two and the first Royal Parks allotment to feature a hen house and beehive.

Royal Parks opens allotment at Kensington Gardens


Apparently, however, Rogers is in no rush to sign the one-year, $1.542-million contract the team offered in March.


New York State submitted a Phase II Race to the Top application in Washington, DC today for $696.6 million in funding to advance progress of the Regents reform agenda through 27 projects over four grant years.

New York State submits Race to the Top application


Ten Israelis are being held for allegedly scamming elderly Americans out of $30 million.

Israelis held for scamming elderly Americans


DEL MAR, Calif. Princess Taylor defeated Catsalot by a half-length to win the $84,775 California Thoroughbred Trainers TOC Stakes on Friday at Del Mar.


THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. Tiger Woods said Monday he was disappointed by his caddie's disparaging comments in New Zealand newspapers about Phil Mickelson, whom Woods referred to as a ``player I respect.''

Tiger Woods 'disappointed' by caddie's comments


AIB has one of the worst loan books ever seen at any European bank and could run up losses of more than €3bn this year, an international credit research firm has warned.

AIB has the 'worst loan book' ever seen in europe


Abbey Clancy is planning to launch her modelling career in the US, according to reports.

Abbey Clancy plans to launch career in US


Stocks were dragged lower Wednesday by weaker-than-expected data, disappointing earnings reports and a decline in commodity prices.


Maybe this would be a good time to re-consider the combination of the police forces in New Hanover County into an even stronger unified, efficient entity for the benefit of all citizens.


Sen. Robert Byrd, the oldest and longest serving member of the Senate, has been hospitalized for a ``minor infection,'' his office said Monday morning.


But in 2010 it will be about whether the economy can really make up lost ground from the credit crisis fallout and whether leaders such as Prime Minister Stephen Harper and US President Barack Obama can effectively take credit for the turnaround.

Can the economy really make up lost ground from the credit crisis?


'It's great to be part of a film family since there is always more support.


Local schools are marking the 105th birthday of Dr. Seuss by celebrating the joys of reading.

Local schools mark birthday of Dr. Seuss


A Boynton Beach police cruiser crashes into a concrete pole during a chase, injuring three officers.

Police cruiser crashes into pole, injures officers


After months of work, an Elk County youth center is set to open.


17 May 2009The Associated PressA boyish, fiddle-wielding Norwegian singer won the Eurovision Song Contest in Moscow on Saturday night, his bouncy ditty the highlight of the musical bonanza studded with pyrotechnic artistry and stunning electronic visuals on an epic scale.

Boyish Norwegian wins Eurovision song contest


CNBC-TV18's Gopika Gopakumar reports that Kingfisher Airlines has stated to the 17-bank consortium that it will provide for the sum of Rs 425 crore required for partial restart of operations.

Will provide Rs 425 crore required for partial restart:


Iberdrola Renovables, the world's leading wind power company*, has started up the Penascal wind farm in the state of Texas.

Iberdrola Renovables has started up the Penascal wind farm in the state of Texas


The euro fell broadly Tuesday as German investor sentiment soured while persistent worries about Greece's finances kept the heat on the currency.


Rents have fallen for the first time in 10 months as landlords look to keep homes occupied over Christmas, a major lettings agent network said today.


Raipur, Oct 25 Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh filed nomination papers Saturday for the Rajnandgaon assembly seat that will go to the polls Nov 14.


Lawyers across certain towns of southern and western parts of the state intensified their stir for the fulfilment of their demands like the establishment of a permanent Bench of the High Court in the region.


Shanghai copper hit a record high on Monday, on expectations that prices will rise further in the coming months on inflation worries and belief that tighter China monetary policy won't dent demand next year.


A police spokesman says the gas mask-wearing suspect arrested in connection with a mass shooting in the Denver suburb of Aurora is a man in his early 20s.


American Eagle Outfitters Inc. said it plans to open stores in Hong Kong and mainland China, including three in early 2011.

American Eagle Outfitters to open stores in Hong Kong, mainland China


American employers cut a larger-than-expected 467,000 jobs in June and the unemployment rate climbed to a 26-year high of 9.5 per cent.


A SWAT team was called to a Wheat Ridge duplex Sunday morning after police received reports that gun shots were fired.


Credit Suisse announced a tender offer to repurchase certain outstanding tier 1 and tier 2 securities up to an aggregate amount in cash equivalent to CHF 4 billion.

Credit Suisse announces tender offer to repurchase tier 1 & tier 2 securities


For the first time in his 50 years of illustrious career, veteran actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan will take up brand endorsements.

Kamal Haasan to take up brand endorsements


Kabul, Aug 7 Two NATO soldiers, six Afghan policemen and two civilians were killed in separate roadside bomb blasts in Afghanistan Saturday, officials said.

NATO soldiers, Afghan policemen killed in blasts


An ascetic was trampled to death by an elephant which strayed into a village from the nearby forest in Pantdeep area of this district.


A Fridley man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly chasing another man down the street with a knife, according to Fridley police.

Fridley man arrested after allegedly chasing another man down street with knife


The BDF has organized this morning a graduation ceremony for a specialized military training course for the Royal Task Force, as part of the BDF plans aimed at preparation highly qualified, well-trained national cadres in all BDF units and sectors.


Rashard Lewis added 24 points, Jameer Nelson 20 and Dwight Howard 17 for the Magic, which won its seventh straight and 11th in 12 games -- all against the Western Conference.


The Army released a private to settle a lawsuit from her parents, who claimed that her father did not sign an enlistment permission form.


A BUSY Hampshire road has been reopened after a crash that left a pedestrian with serious injuries.


Millers continue to charge higher rates for fine atta despite a marked decline in the price of wheat in the open market during the week.

Millers continue to charge high rates for fine atta


Stuart Hazell pleads guilty Subscribe for the latest news from PA: http://bit.ly/RvMVLq Hazell changed his plea on the fifth day of his trial for killing 12-year-old Tia, which involved graphic evidence including a grotesque picture of the schoolgirl after she died.


Lender Processing Services, Inc. , a leading provider of integrated technology and services to the mortgage and real estate industries, announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.10 per common share.

Lender Processing services, Inc. announces quarterly dividend


Houston quarterback Case Keenum left Friday night's game against UTEP with an undisclosed injury.

Houston qb Case Keenum leaves game with undisclosed injury


Martin O'Neill may have stayed at Aston Villa if the club's owner had not been based in the United States, according to the League Managers' Association.

Martin O'Neill 'could have stayed at Aston Villa'


White labels, volume bonuses and commissions need to be phased out if platforms are to evolve, an industry participant has said.

White labels, commissions need phasing out


British singer Cheryl Cole has lashed out at reports she stormed out of a BBC interview after a presenter repeatedly asked a philosophical question.

Cheryl Cole denies storming out of BBC interview


Six out of the 50 largest Ukrainian banks issue mortgage credits to buy real estate on the secondary market, reads a press release of Kyiv-based Prostobank Consulting Company.

Six out of 50 largest Ukrainian banks issue credits to buy real estate on secondary market


The Terengganu state egovernment plans to reduce tourist arrivals to Pulau Redang to 160,000, from 200,000 yearly, said its Tourism, Culture, Arts and Heritage Committee chairman Datuk Za'abar Mohd Adib.

Terengganu plans to reduce tourist arrivals to Pulau Redang


The US economy remained generally weak in late April and May according to a report, published by the Federal Reserve on Wednesday.

US economy remained generally weak in late April and may;


Brooks Brothers, the American clothing retailer icon is returning to Hawaii to open a new store this summer.

Brooks Brothers returning to Hawaii with new store


A consultation on whether, and if so, how, practitioners of acupuncture, herbal medicine and traditional Chinese medicine should be regulated was launched today by the Department of Health.

Should practitioners of acupuncture, herbal medicine and traditional Chinese medicine be regulated?


Cricket Australia s National Selection Panel today advised Western Australian fast bowler Steve Magoffin will join the Australian squad in Durban as a precautionary measure with Ben Hilfenhaus and Peter Siddle suffering niggling injuries following the first Test in Johannesburg.


Storms will remain in the area through early this afternoon, the National Weather Service in Springfield says.


Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said Malaysia is moving towards becoming a more mature and vibrant democracy with the government taking steps to allow the public to exercise their fundamental rights.

Malaysia moving towards becoming vibrant democracy


Ford today unveiled its compact SUV EcoSport that will be made at the Chennai plant.


Glory Johnson returned to practice Friday afternoon with a brace on her left shoulder while Kelley Cain sat out the session with lower back stiffness, but both players are expected to be in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup against Baylor and its dunking sensation, 6'8 freshman center Brittney Griner.


Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Capt. Albert Borroto tells The Palm Beach Post that the 30-year-old horse named Andy had jumped a fence and landed in the Loxahatchee swimming pool.

Horse jumps fence, lands in swimming pool


A female shop owner suffered an arm injury after refusing to hand over cash during an attempted robbery in Bridgwater.

Shop owner suffers arm injury during attempted robbery in Bridgwater


As per reports and information from our sources, Iraqi Kurdistan has exported 75,000 barrels of oil since the start of this month, the region's premier said on Thursday, days after Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki announced Baghdad would honour contracts signed by the autonomous region.

Iraqi Kurdistan has exported 75,000 barrels of oil since the start of this month,..


A WOMAN who stole nappies from a Neath shop was captured after being spotted on CCTV.


Pernod Ricard has acquired Absolut Vodka producer Vin & Spirit for €5.626bn from the Kingdom of Sweden.

Pernod Ricard acquires Absolut Vodka producer


London Capital Group Holdings plc, the online financial spread betting and trading company, could be facing a multi-million pound claim after an adjudicator for the Financial Ombudsman Service ruled that the company was liable for the total losses incurred by a client in the first half of 2009.

London Capital Group facing multi-million pound claim


LONDON -Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he has no plans to retire as he approaches his 60th birthday.

Arsenal's Wenger says he has no plans to retire


Reserve Bank Governor Alan Bollard has left the official cash rate unchanged at a record low 2.5 percent, but indicated a rise may not be far away.


King Tupou V of Tonga, who championed democracy in the Pacific Island nation and relinquished most of his powers, has died in Hong Kong.


Chief Justice, Supreme Court of Pakistan, Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry said that constitution will be protected at all cost.

Constitution to be protected at any cost:


Portugal plan to attack Spain from the outset in their World Cup round of 16 clash on Tuesday, with coach Carlos Queiroz saying they will think and play quicker than their Iberian rivals.


Hong Kong property transactions by investors from China's mainland almost doubled during the Chinese New Year holiday, bucking the downward trend in neighboring Shenzhen City which saw transaction volume nosedive by more than 90 percent year on year.


India's Bharti Airtel will invest $125 million more in Gabon to develop the communications network in the central African country.

Bharti Airtel to invest $125 million in Gabon


The Pawnee National Grassland is hosting an open house for its motor vehicle use map from 2-5 pm Thursday, Feb. 7 at the Grassland office located at 660 O St. in Greeley.

Pawnee National Grassland to host open house for motor vehicle map


It seems that Alicia Keys and hit maker Swizz Beats have finally gone public with their relationship.


Giuliani asked, ``What the hell are you doing, Newt? I expect this from Saul Alinsky! This is what Saul Alinsky taught Barack Obama, and what you're saying is part of the reason we're in so much trouble right now.''

Giuliani: ``what the hell are you doing, Newt?''


The elephants consumed poisonous crops, says a committee that went into the issue.


House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi said the election offers the ``clearest choice of our time'' in a speech that contrasted Democrats goals for issues ranging from Medicare to the economy with plans of Republicans.

Pelosi says election offers a clear choice


Heavily armed Somali pirates fired on a Kuwaiti oil tanker near the Arabian Sea yesterday in an attempt to hijack the vessel, a global maritime watchdog said.

Somali pirates fire at Kuwait oil tanker


A Middle Tennessee woman has died after the car she was in went down a boat ramp and into a lake.

Woman dies after car goes off boat ramp into lake


The municipality is facing a deficit of approximately half a million and finance department staff had the hard job of telling councillors during their executive committee meeting last week.


Nigeria, Africa's largest oil producer, is scheduled to export 59 crude cargoes in February, a partial loading program obtained by Bloomberg showed.

Nigeria to export 59 crude cargoes in February


A former pharmacist at Rite Aid in Angels Camp pleaded guilty to felony grand theft of prescription pills after being caught with a cache of stolen prescription pills in his vehicle.


Brendan Rodgers said he was delighted to sign West Bromwich Albion striker Luke Moore on a permanent move for an undisclosed fee.

Rodgers delighted to sign wba striker Moore


London, Aug 14 After deriving inspiration from Ben Stiller, who directed ''Tropic Thunder'', actor Justin Theroux also wants to make a comedy.


A storm hit Kern County early Sunday morning causing some problems for drivers out on the roadways.


OVER a hundred family, friends and neighbours gathered in the Amber Springs Hotel in Gorey at the weekend to help Margaret Doyle of Ballyloughan celebrate her 100th birthday.


Local and foreign plots were involved in the killing of president and independence architect 'Bangabandhu' Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, a defence counsel said on Thursday.


Limited company contractors and other taxpayers have been given a final date for tax payment by HM Revenue & Customs.

Limited company contractors given final date for tax payments


A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for eastern Haywood and Madison County until 6:45 pm, according to the National Weather Service in Memphis.

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Haywood, Madison County


Honey star Jessica Alba was seen enjoying Mother's Day weekend wither her two daughters --

Jessica Alba enjoys Mother's Day weekend


Pirates attacked a supply vessel off Nigeria and kidnapped four sailors in the latest such incident off the country's oil-producing southern coast, the International Maritime Bureau said Monday.

Pirates attack vessel off Nigeria, kidnap four sailors


JOHN TERRY warned the Premier League that the Chelsea old guard are still just as strong and hungry as they ever were and that it is the veterans who will be driving the club on this season.

John Terry warned the Premier League that the Chelsea old guard are still just as strong


Finance ministers of the eurozone have said that Greece can receive its first payment of its bailout funds of up to €35.5 billion to fund a massive debt relief deal with private investors.

Greece to receive first payment of bailout funds


The US is increasing its food aid to Bangladesh up to $44 million this year from $30-35 million given previously, the US Agency for International Development Mission Director Denise Rollins said on Sunday.


Nearly four years after its opening day, the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart has welcomed its three millionth visitor.

Mercedes-Benz Museum welcomes its three millionth visitor


Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels has not yet said whether he'll run for president next year, but if he does, the Republican policy wonk won't be lacking support.


New Hanover sheriff's deputies arrested a Wilmington man Tuesday after reports that he left a Golden Corral restaurant in the Monkey Junction area without paying for his food.


Rep. Joe Sestak on Tuesday announced he would challenge Republican-turned-Democrat Sen. Arlen Specter, setting the stage for a Pennsylvania primary race likely to center on Specter's Democratic credentials.


The Seattle Mariners won't raise ticket prices next season because of ``great trepidation'' over the economy, team President Chuck Armstrong said in an interview.

Mariners won't raise ticket prices amid `great trepidation'


Five women, arrested on Sunday for putting up posters demanding the release of top Maoist leader Somen, were charged with sedition and hatching conspiracy against the state.


Elbit Systems Ltd. announced today the launch of its family of multimedia routing solutions for tactical radio networks at the DSEi 2011 Exhibition.

Elbit Systems launches family of multimedia routing solutions


COO of Microsoft Corp. Brian Kevin Turner sells 40,000 shares of MSFT on 10/24/2011 at an average price of $27.06 a share.

Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) coo Brian Kevin Turner sells 40,000 shares


Bruce Springsteen will launch a world tour this year, the rock performer said on his Web site on Tuesday as his album ``Working on a Dream'' hit music stores.


The Chengdu Tourism Bureau said that Thailand has been an important inbound tourism market for Chengdu.

Thailand to be important inbound tourism market for Chengdu


Pre-eminent US journalist Tim Russert, moderator of NBC's ``Meet the Press'', has died after collapsing at the network's Washington bureau.

Pre-eminent US journalist Tim Russert dies


Gary Barlow could be forced to quit The X Factor 2012 judging panel to work on the Diamond Jubilee, it has been reported today.

Gary Barlow could be forced to quit the X Factor to work on the Diamond Jubilee!


A plea has been reached in an intoxication manslaughter case in the death of a 52-year-old man.

A plea reached in intoxication manslaughter case


Israel reopened Wednesday three Gaza crossings, allowing some shipments of goods and humanitarian assistance into the besieged territory, Palestinian officials declared.


The development of the spiritual successor to the discontinued Acura NSX is continueing as we speak.

Development spiritual successor Acura NSX continues


Goldman Sachs is out with a research note this morning, where it suggests that traders buy calls on Sara Lee ahead of its analyst day on March 14th.

Goldman Sachs suggests buying calls on Sara Lee


ITV is launching its own version of 'The Apprentice', in which property tycoon Fred Story will set 12 rookie builders tasks in a bid to find a candidate to join his empire.

Itv launches own version of the Apprentice


Reitz High School students are still receiving counseling after witnessing a fatal crash last week.

Reitz students still receiving counseling


ADELAIDE United defender Nigel Boogaard was allegedly spat on by Brisbane Roar striker Besart Berisha during the Reds' 1-0 defeat on Boxing Day.

Adelaide United's Nigel Boogaard allegedly spat on by Brisbane Roar's Besart Berisha


Heavy metal band Judas Priest will be performing at San Manuel Amphitheater in Devore on Saturday, Oct. 22, according to concert promoter Live Nation.

Judas Priest will be performing at San Manuel Amphitheater on Oct. 22


British artist Lucian Freud, grandson of psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud, has died aged 88, his lawyer said on Thursday.

British artist Lucian Freud dies aged 88


Britney Spears doesn't just scroll through archives when she needs a new song - no, she holds a writing camp!


The United Way of Fairfield County will offer free tax preparation for low- to moderate-income families and individuals this year in an attempt to increase the Earned Income Tax Credit claims.


The dollar strengthened against the euro and held firm against the yen in Asian trade on Monday as traders backed the greenback, analysts said.


Jason Bartlett, a former shortstop for the Rochester Red Wings, will host a charity golf tournament in Victor on June 15.

Former major leaguer jason Bartlett will host charity golf tournament


The key indicators shed more weight as the ASI and Market Capitalisation reduced by 168.47 basis points and N38 billion to close at 25,004.66 points and N5.732 trillion as against 25,173.13 points and N5.770 trillion the preceding day.


The rand was steady but range bound against major currencies in noon trade on Thursday while shrugging off better-than-expected producer data.


Former Diff'rent Strokes star Todd Bridges reached out to Corey Haim last year in a bid to curb the late actor's alleged prescription drug habit.


The Obama administration turned a bright spotlight on prescription painkiller abuse in April when the Office of National Drug Control Policy released a national action plan and a statement from Vice President Joe Biden.

Obama administration turns bright spotlight on prescription painkiller abuse


Zenproducers producing company announced that from now they will provide marketing and PR activity for upcoming two casual games from Aerohills game development studio.

Zenproducers will provide marketing and PR activity for upcoming two casual games from Aerohills


An Italian ship was attacked Monday off the Somali coast, the ship's owner said.


Florida quarterback Tim Tebow was named SEC offensive player of the week.

Tebow named SEC offensive player of week


SEATTLE Police are looking for a man who stabbed a man to death at a West Seattle home, a few blocks from the Fauntleroy ferry dock.

Man stabbed to death at West Seattle home


Conway police and state troopers are investigating an incident where a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Conway city limits, according to authorities.


Frisco residents may bring discards to the next Chunk Your Junk event on Saturday from 8 am to noon.

Frisco residents may ``Chunk Your Junk'' Saturday


FEDERAL Treasurer Wayne Swan has defended his fourth Budget from criticism that it is not tough enough.

Treasurer Wayne Swan defends his fourth Budget


Ping An Insurance Co. of China Ltd. reiterated on Monday that its president's early retirement is due to personal reasons, and added that the Shenzhen-based insurer's business operations won't be affected by his imminent departure.

Ping An reiterates president's early retirement due to personal reasons


IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz on Monday evening expressed hope that kidnapped soldier Gilad Schalit will be released soon from Hamas captivity.

Gantz expresses hope Gilad Schalit will be released soon


MANCHESTER, England -Manchester United has signed a five-year sponsorship deal with an Indian communications company in the latest example of the European champion's global commercial expansion.

United signs sponsorship deal with Indian company


Alissa Myers and her husband, Frank Patti, are proud to live in Steelers country.


President Pratibha Devisingh Patil said the government was committed to the modernisation of the armed forces to equip them with the required weaponry, equipment and platforms.

Government committed to modernisation of armed forces:


Biocon today opened an integrated R&D centre here which is aimed at pursuing research on biologics to address unmet medical needs.


German bunds fell, pushing 10-year yields up by the most in a month, as a report showing investor confidence in Europe's largest economy improved sapped demand for the region's safest securities.

German bunds fall after investor confidence improves;


Jenna Wolfe, Weekend Today show anchor, came out of the closet by announcing her engagement to NBC foreign correspondent Stephanie Gosk, and that they have a baby on the way.

Jenna Wolfe comes out, announces engagement to Stephanie Gosk


Golfing sensation Ryo Ishikawa bowed his head deeply here June 10 to apologize for driving a car in Japan without a valid Japanese license.

Ryo Ishikawa apologizes for driving without valid license


The gold price has found support at the 40 day moving average but seems unsure which way to break next.

Gold price finding support at the 40 day moving average


Washington Wizards forward Antawn Jamison will miss the remainder of the preseason due to a right shoulder injury.


A BMX bicycle that a 14-year-old boy was riding when he was hit by a car in Faribault and killed has been stolen from its storage location at a towing company garage, police said Wednesday.

Bicycle that boy was riding when killed has been stolen


A local soccer program is banning its players from heading the ball during game play due to increased concerns over head injuries.


World champion Mark Cavendish won the 13th stage of the Giro d'Italia in a sprint finish Friday as Joaquin Rodriguez retained the overall lead.

Cavendish wins 13th stage of Giro d'Italia


The Knicks say Jason Kidd has decided to retire from the NBA after 19 seasons.

Jason Kidd retiring from NBA after 19 seasons


Rep. Vic Snyder, D-Ark., has won re-election in US House District 2.


The Australian bond market closed stronger on Tuesday despite selling off during the session on the reduced prospect of an April interest rate cut from the central bank.


Xbox has announced that Wolfenstein 3-D, one of the most classic and best first person shooters of all time, will be coming to xbox live arcade.

Wolfenstein 3-D. coming to xbox live arcade


Gunmen shot dead a top police officer and his two guards in the capital of Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province on Saturday.

Gunmen shoot dead top police officer, two guards


WellPoint Inc. agreed to pay $10 million to settle an investigation by New York into how the insurer reimburses clients for out-of-network services.

WellPoint pays $10 million to settle investigation


SACRAMENTO, Calif. The Sacramento Kings fired interim coach Kenny Natt and his four assistants Thursday, a week after the club finished with the NBA's worst record.

Kings fire interim coach Natt and four assistants


Students at North High School in Downers Grove will perform the musical ``Guys and Dolls'' this weekend.

Downers Grove North High school to perform musical 'Guys and Dolls'


MOTOGP world champion Jorge Lorenzo has cast himself as a title underdog, although still far better placed than Valentino Rossi, going into Sunday's season-opening race in Qatar.

Champion Lorenzo casts himself as an underdog


BONDS were firmer in early trade today as the rand proved resilient, trading in the mid R9,80s.


Barcelona have agreed to sign Sevilla midfielder Adriano Correia for up to 13.5 million euros, subject to medical checks, the La Liga champions said on Friday.

Barca agree to sign Sevilla midfielder Adriano


Jessica Simpson has admitted that she still hasn't got round to choosing her wedding dress.

Jessica Simpson 'still hasn't chosen wedding dress'


Jorge Posada caught a bullpen session Sunday, working in catcher's gear for the first time since late last month.


The Western Michigan women's tennis team split a pair of matches Friday during its home opener at West Hills Athletic Club.


Pusuke, the world's oldest dog, has died at the age of 26 years and nine months.


The expanding AdoptSMT group announced the unification of company names throughout the group.

AdoptSMT group announces unification of company names


Westpac has launched its first virtual financial planning service, allowing customers in remote locations to talk face to face with a financial planner based in Sydney via video-link using real-time technology.

Westpac launches virtual financial planning service


A Dallas tornado left behind serious damage in the city after an early-evening thunderstorm caused plenty of disaster itself.


Information services and publishing company Wolters Kluwer on Monday cut its organic revenue growth guidance for the year to 4% from 3%, due to the impact of recent market conditions on non-subscription product lines, particularly in its corporate and financial services unit.

Wolters Kluwer cuts revenue growth guidance


The value of cash advances on credit and charge cards rose by 4.6 per cent in June, the second consecutive monthly increase, figures from the Reserve Bank of Australia showed.


Ayesha, the heroine of Jayahe, has signed two more films after her first film was a grand success in B and C centres.


GUANTANAMO, Cuba, Feb 18 Jose Ramon Machado Ventura, First Vice-president of the Council of State and Ministers, toured on Friday health facilities in Guantanamo province, where he reiterated the need of saving resources in this sector.

Machado Ventura reiterates need of saving resources


The Planning Commission today pitched for ``aggressive'' disinvestment, and said the proceeds from sale of government shares in public sector undertakings should be utilised for new investment projects.

Planning Commission pitches for aggressive disinvestment


A Tulsa woman was charged in the Pittsburg County District Court with child abuse after authorities found her allegedly carrying a baby while she was intoxicated, according to court reports.


West Marine, which operates stores in Fairhaven, Plymouth and Seekonk, recently announced the opening of its first Mass. flagship store in Woburn.

West Marine announces opening of flagship store


The dollar fell against the euro on Friday as German government figures showed producer prices in Europe's largest economy rising at their fastest pace in 26 years.


Two 16-year-old boys are accused of killing a 32-year-old man in Garden Hill First Nation early Sunday, RCMP say.


US sharemarkets slumped on Monday, with oil stocks leading the downturn over concerns that the recession may linger longer than expected.


Katy Perry, who has been with EMI's Capitol Records since 2007 is all set to launch her own record label.


A judge will have to rule whether the wife of a man accused of fatally stabbing her boyfriend can legally testify against her husband in his first-degree murder trial.

Judge to rule on whether wife must testify


It's self-evident that Congresswoman Dina Titus is in dreamland.


Fair Isaac , Minneapolis , has been assigned a patent developed by four co-inventors for a ``healthcare insurance claim fraud detection using datasets derived from multiple insurers.''


A WOMAN was killed today when her car crashed into a parked lorry on a dual carriageway.


Long Beach, May 16 The Episcopal Church created a buzz when it ordained their second openly 'gay bishop'.


Ugo Monye gave thanks to God last night after being picked to play for England just a year on from being temporarily paralysed by a disc injury in his back.

Ugo Monye picked for England a year after being temporarily paralysed


The fiancee of an unarmed man shot to death by police on his wedding day said yesterday ``the justice system let me down'' when the three detectives were acquitted of all charges in his killing.


Dermot O'Leary has revealed that he wanted to be a cook before becoming a TV presenter.


On Thursday Ja Rule Goes To Prison was a top story.


After more than a year of discussion, it appears that Abington will look to Jenkintown for guidance in crafting an anti-discrimination ordinance.

Abington to look at Jenkintown's anti-discrimination ordinance


Amidst the indefinite economic blockade imposed by SHDDC and UNC on all NHs in the state 820 goods laden trucks left Jiri for Imphal with tight security this morning.


Two men are each facing a felony hate crime charge after police say they tried to intimidate someone by displaying a noose outside of that person's residence.


Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew fears Alan Smith could be out for the season with the ankle injury he sustained in last weekend's derby against Sunderland.


Various outlets are reporting that the NBA owners and players have reached a tentative agreement to end the lockout.

NBA owners, players reach tentative agreement


Switching services provider Metaswitch Networks has launched the Accession application suite for communications service providers.

Metaswitch launches Accession application suite


Vietnam War veterans were honored by the Kleberg County Commissioners' court with a resolution designating March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day in Kleberg County.


Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the US Open according to a statement from US Open Tournament Director David Brewer today.


However, host Kevin Hart says VMA 2012 will be a big deal, bigger than any other year before.

Host Kevin Hart says VMA 2012 will be a big deal


A stray cat famous for listening to lectures at Peking University is receiving treatment at a pet hospital after it suffered leg injuries.

Stray cat famous for listening to lectures at Peking university


The Nationals have granted Young his unconditional release, this after the veteran right-hander chose to opt out of his minor league deal following his start last night in Kissimmee.

Nats grant Chris Young his unconditional release


CHEPSTOW is in ``desperate need of new CCTV cameras,'' the town's police chief has warned after he claimed that the problems with the current system were affecting local policing.

Chepstow is in desperate need of new CCTV cameras, police chief warns


Newcrest Mining Ltd says its first-half profit has almost tripled, driven by higher gold and copper prices.

Newcrest Mining h1 profit almost triples


Kildare sports fanatics will face a difficult decision at the end of this month, as they are forced to choose between the Irish Derby or their county's Leinster football semi-final clash with Dublin.

Kildare sports fanatics will face a difficult decision at the end of this month.


A 16-year-old girl from Rice was airlifted to the St. Cloud Hospital after falling off a flatbed truck.


Moon, self-proclaimed messiah who founded the Unification Church, has died at age 92 church officials said Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.


South India is found to be the best place for children to live in as 4 of the 5 best performing states in India's first national child rights index, are from Southern region of the country.

South India, the best place for children to live in


Justin Timberlake has been challenged to a dance off by Corporal Kelsey De Santis, his date for the US Marine Corps Ball tomorrow.

Justin Timberlake challenged to dance off


The feds busted a $58 million mortgage scam involving more than 100 home loans in New York, Westchester, Long Island and upstate, officials said Thursday.


Singer/rapper Plan B is forming a new punk band with his backing group and stylist.


President Barack Obama declared a major disaster yesterday in 34 Kansas counties hit by storms and flooding in June and July.

Obama declares major disaster for ks counties


Text messages turn 20 Monday and their use may rise 40 percent by 2016, even as mobile-phone owners increasingly rely on Facebook Inc. and WhatsApp to communicate.


A yacht at anchor with two crew on board was blown on to rocks in the Summer Isles during gales that reached strengths of force 8.


NASA has launched the world's tallest rocket, the Ares IX, on a two-minute test flight.


In the report, Benchmark writes ``We downgrade AOL from Buy to Hold.


Former Spice Girls member Victoria Beckham has revealed that the fashion industry is finally taking her seriously as a designer.

Fashion industry finally takes posh seriously!


ONE of Britain's top journalists during the 1980s-00s has revealed how Jimmy Savile made chilling jokes about child abuse during his heyday.

Jimmy Savile made 'chilling jokes' about child abuse


ConvaTec, a world leader in the development and marketing of innovative wound therapeutics and ostomy care products, today announced it has completed the acquisition of Unomedical.

ConvaTec completes acquisition of Unomedical


A hazardous weather alert has been issued for the city of Suffolk through the night.


SHIA LaBeouf sent ``sex tapes'' to director Lars von Trier to get his role in 'Nymphomaniac'.


Jacksonville Sheriff's Officers are trying to figure out what happened just before a man was found dead, inside a southside nightclub.


Bath duo Dan Hipkiss and Michael Claassens have both been found not guilty after being cited for offences during Saturday's 29-22 Aviva Premiership defeat by London Irish.

Bath duo Dan Hipkiss and Michael Claassens found not guilty after being cited for offences at London Irish


aka Scary Spice--is letting the cameras in to her life!


An earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale rocked England on Tuesday at around 1 am The British Geological Survey placed the epicenter at Market Rasen in Lincolnshire, 1.25 miles north of London.


An assistant agricultural commissioner in South Carolina has been charged with 5 counts of ill treatment of animals because of conditions found when five horses on his Hopkins property were found without food in stalls filled with manure and mud.

Assistant agricultural commissioner charged with 5 counts of ill treatment


Four people familiar with the negotiations say NFL players and owners have made significant progress on rookie contracts, which has been a major stumbling block in the latest round of labor talks.


Bill Gates pledged $US10b to improve vaccine delivery to the poor, imploring others to follow suit.


Police forces in Britain have spent £82million on translators over the past three years, new figures show.

Police spend £82million on translators in three years


An eastern Idaho charter school student is facing misdemeanor charges and possible expulsion for allegedly bringing a loaded gun to school.

Charter school student charged for bringing gun to school


The attorney representing Nancy Garrido, who was arrested along with her husband Phillip Garrido on suspicion of kidnapping Jaycee Dugard 18 years ago, has been receiving threats and now has an armed bodyguard staying with him, he said Thursday.

Nancy Garrido attorney has been receiving threats


Members of LI business community to fight in charity boxing event next year Eight members of the business community now have a little over one year to get in fighting shape for the 10th Long Island Fight for Charity exhibition boxing event.


The dollar rose against the euro on Friday after US data showed a rise in manufacturing and tame consumer prices last month.


The Scillonian III, which provides a vital link between Penzance and the Isles of Scilly, left dry dock on Saturday to undergo sea trials ahead of the 2013 sailing season beginning in March.


A 39-year-old Tilbury woman is charged with forging a prescription.


James Van Der Beek, 32, and former star of ``Dawson's Creek'' has filed for divorce from his estranged wife, actress Heather McComb.


Migrants are using NZ as a ``giant transit lounge'' to gain citizenship before abandoning it for Australia, NZ politicians say.


Ferrari have hit back at Niki Lauda, saying he missed ``a fine opportunity to keep his mouth shut'' in his recent rant against the Scuderia.


Massena, Canton and Ogdensburg residents were charged with drunk driving this weekend, according to state police.

Massena, Canton, Ogdensburg residents charged with drunk driving


The Pakistan team management here has decided that no replacement bowler will be called for the injured Umar Gul, who suffered a hamstring injury during the second Test against England at Birmingham.

No replacement to be called for Umar Gul


Angelina Jolie has backtracked on her decision to ``fade away'' from acting, insisting she's not ready to retire yet, imdb.com reports.


Tributes have been flowing for broadcaster Sir Paul Holmes, who died two weeks after his investiture as a knight.


32Red have launched their brand new rummy site, 32redrummy.com!


Kasturirangan panel report, if implemented in the Western Ghats, would lead to imposition of anti-people and anti-nature development across the ghats region, said eminent ecologist Madhav Gadgil on Wednesday.

Kasturirangan report will lead to anti-people development:


The New York Times announced this week that it is selling 16 regional papers, just two weeks after the company announced that CEO Janet Robinson would leave by the end of this month.


Global firm Crisil has emerged as the lowest financial bidder for the Coal Ministry's contract to prepare the methodology for determining reserve price for coal block auctions.

Crisil emerges lowest bidder for Coal Ministry's contract


Anna Kendrick talks to the wall street journal recently and spoke about her latest projects.


The secondary runway at the Chennai airport will be closed for 45 days from September 16 for taking up the link taxiway construction work.

Secondary runway at Chennai airport to be closed for 45 days


Col. Russell Williams has pleaded guilty to two counts of first-degree murder along with two counts each of sexual assault and unlawful confinement as well as dozens of break-ins and attempted break-ins.


Nationwide International, the offshore subsidiary of Nationwide Building Society, has announced details of its new savings rates on its Euro savings accounts following the 0.25% reduction to the European Central Bank Base Rate.

Nationwide International announces new savings rates


With many of the state lotteries in the US taking on the Mega Millions draw it is no shock that the MegaMatch is to end in December for the South Carolina Lottery.


The rich have gotten much richer over the past generation as the middle and working classes have seen their incomes and share of wealth gains stagnate or drop.


The telecom tribunal TDSAT today set aside Rs 50 crore penalty imposed by the DoT on Bharti Airtel for allegedly camouflaging calling-line identification in MP circle, saying it should have allowed the private operator to present its side of the case.

TDSAT sets aside Rs 50 crore penalty imposed on Bharti Airtel


Canadian rocker Bryan Adams was pissed when news that he had a stalker was leaked to the British media especially since he was in the grip of fear over the situation.

Bryan Adams pissed that news of stalker leaked to the media


the National Archives (has) formally launch(ed) a YouTube channel to showcase popular archived films, inform the public about upcoming events around the country, and bring National Archives exhibits to the people.

National Archives (us) launches YouTube channel


He urged the future generation to ``have ambition and aim for anything,'' adding that there will be obstacles and problems that will be encountered, ``but they can be overcome and I believe in a country where many things are achievable,'' he added.


A credit card terminal is ideal for businesses, which process mail and telephone orders, sole traders as well as freelancers.

Your credit card terminal can process mail and telephone orders


Fanapi, a powerful typhoon, which made landfall near the east-coast city of Hualien with heavy rain and winds up to 198 km/hour, hit Taiwan on Sunday, Sep 19.


Minister of Health in the Nevis Island Administration, Hensley Daniel, gave the assurance that the Cuban based eye care programme, Operation Miracle Vision, would be reintroduced in Nevis.

Cuban eye care programme to be reintroduced in Nevis


There is an attempt to spark off ethnic tension in Bulgaria, Deputy Chairman of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms Lyutvi Mestan said in the parliament, Focus News Agency reported.

There is attempt to spark off ethnic tension in Bulgaria:


The Houston Astros fired general manager Ed Wade and team president Tal Smith on Sunday night in the first of the changes promised by new owner Jim Crane.

Astros fire general manager Wade and president Smith


Portuguese mobile operator TMN is adding two new models to its Android smartphone portfolio.

'TMN adds Android smartphones to portfolio'


George Clooney has recovered from the malaria he contracted earlier this month during a visit to Sudan.


DC United announced today the club's preseason schedule, as the club prepares for the 2008 CONCACAF Champions' Cup and this year's Major League Soccer season.


OKEECHOBEE, Fla. An Okeechobee County Jail inmate was found dead from an apparent suicide.


General Motors says it will stop making medium-duty trucks by July 31 because it was unable to find a buyer for the operations.


The parents of a missing Waterbury man are looking for help from US Sen. Joe Lieberman to pass a bill to help find missing adults.

Parents of missing man look to Lieberman for help


Jazzercise, the world's leading dance fitness program, is offering free fitness classes every weekend in June, no strings attached!

Jazzercise offers free fitness classes every weekend in June


― A new exhibit is exploring the history of rockabilly music in Virginia.

Exhibit explores history of rockabilly music in Va


Fond memories were recalled when a new Terry Fox statue was unveiled Monday at Community Foundation Park.


The parents of a man who died of an overdose have paid tribute to their 'kind and loving' son.

Parents pay tribute to their 'kind and loving' son


Hyatt Regency Dallas and asset manager/developer Woodbine Development Corporation announced today that master chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck will operate a signature restaurant and banquet space atop Reunion Tower when it re-opens.

Wolfgang Puck to operate restaurant atop Reunion Tower in Dallas


Gutierrez leads powerful Seattle offense to win Chris Capuano had problems with home runs for the second straight start.


Just a short time after developers managed to get the Verizon Galaxy Note 2 rooted comes word that the Verizon Galaxy Note 2 bootloader has been unlocked, an exciting prospect for owners of the Verizon version of the Galaxy Note 2.

Verizon Galaxy Note 2 bootloader unlocked


A woman claiming to have an injured husband is attempting to con Torrance residents of money, police said today.

Woman claiming to have injured husband conning Torrance residents


Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson will keep faith with keeper Ben Foster despite his errors in Sunday's defeat of Manchester City.


A brother and sister were arrested early Friday following a disturbance in the 1600 block of South Grand Avenue East.

Brother, sister arrested after disturbance


Al Parish pleads guilty to state fraud charges Monday in court in Charleston.


A police officer has been shot in northern NSW, and a manhunt is on for the person police believe may be responsible.


Will Arnett has stressed that Arrested Development could continue beyond season four and the upcoming movie.

Will Arnett: 'Arrested Development could continue beyond movie'


Despite the repeated demands since the Israeli military operations against Gaza on December 27, France said here Wednesday that its diplomats were not being allowed to enter Gaza due to the Israeli restrictions.

French diplomats not allowed to enter Gaza


Tompkins County health officials have reported a significant increase in Syphilis cases in the area, including on the Cornell University campus.

Tompkins County reports increase in Syphilis cases


The four-time Oscar-winning filmmaker has directed more than 40 films, spanning over five decades, but as he promoted his latest movie, To Rome With Love, he insisted that he has no plans to retire.


Comic actor Billy Crystal will host the Academy Awards for the ninth time after replacing Eddie Murphy and may be joined onstage by the Muppets.


The opposition Syrian National Council has called for a general strike today to protest what it says, a brutal government crackdown in the central Homs region.

Syrian National Council calls for general strike


A Garland state representative known for railing about the perils of government spending pleaded guilty Tuesday to abusing his office, admitting that he pocketed reimbursements from the state for tens of thousands of dollars in expenses that his campaign had already covered.

Garland state representative pleads guilty to abuse of office


Communications chipmaker PMC-Sierra has launched new GPON devices for FTTH deployments.

PMC-Sierra launches GPON devices for FTTH deployments


Bruno's Supermarkets will close 22 of its 40 in-store pharmacies due to low performance, and CVS will purchase the inventories and prescriptions.

Bruno's Supermarkets to close 22 pharmacies


Click2ink.com, a leading e-tailer of inkjet and toner cartridges in the United States announced today they are offering a free inkjet cartridge refill service for one day.

Click2ink.com announces free inkjet cartridge refill service


Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has announced that he will not seek re-election in polls in January.


A 29-year-old Lake Charles man has been charged with attempted second-degree murder after allegedly stabbing his roommate, authorities said.

Lake Charles man charged with attempted murder


Russian gas export monopoly Gazprom and Germany's Verbundnetz Gas AG said they will build and operate an underground gas storage facility in Germany with a capacity of 510 million cubic metres.

Gazprom to build gas storage facility in Germany


Police are investigating a homicide in north Oklahoma City.


President Benigno S. Aquino III has appointed six new judges to the lower courts in the cities of Mandaluyong, Las Pinas, Paranaque, Manila and Iligan in Lanao del Norte.

President Aquino appoints six new judges to lower courts


Kochi Tuskers succumbed to their second straight loss on Wednesday, but skipper Mahela Jayawardene said they need just one win to turn things around.


AP Technology Writer Sprint Nextel Corp. said it will start phasing out the Nextel part of its network in 2013, a decision that follows near-constant subscriber losses since Sprint bought Nextel in 2005.

Sprint to start phasing out Nextel network in 2013


Reader's Digest has launched an online campaign to promote its subscriptions service to the magazine.

Reader's Digest launches online campaign


KA NYAMAZANE, South Africa -Gonzalo Fierro and Esteban Paredes scored a goal each to help Chile beat New Zealand 2-0 in a training match Wednesday before the World Cup.

Chile beats New Zealand 2-0 in training match


Edmonton will soon be getting its first natural playground as part of a growing nationwide movement to connect kids with nature.

Edmonton to get its first 'natural playground'


From July 1, 2013, cash rebates for solar panels will be slashed in half, an event solar companies traditionally use as a marketing exercise to boost sales.


Nine Australian athletes have tested positive for banned stimulant methylhexaneamine and some of them could be from the Commonwealth Games squads.

Aussie athletes test positive for methylhexaneamine


On Tuesday, Latvian national team midfielder Aleksandrs Cauna became the second Latvian to score a goal in a UEFA Champions League match, reports LETA.

Cauna becomes second Latvian to score goal in UEFA Champions League match


It's now the biggest such service in the world, according to Google, handling an average of over 70 billion requests a day.

Google Public DNS handles over 70 billion requests per day


After emerging from the global financial crisis, China is offering many business opportunities to US companies in a post-crisis world, said a US-China business strategy advisor in Chicago.

China offers business opportunities for US companies


Mobile operator Telenor Serbia has added new postpaid packages for individual and business subscribers, as well as a package for persons with disabilities.

Telenor Serbia adds to postpaid packages


Big changes are coming to the Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals next year in the form of more money for local communities and more fun for attendees.


A plane with 94 passengers coming from Libya landed at the Boryspil airport at 0144 Kyiv time on February 26, the spokesman of the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry, Oleksandr Dykusarov, told Interfax-Ukraine on Saturday.

Plane with 94 passengers coming from Libya lands at Boryspil airport


LOCAL Government Minister Chandresh Sharma and a team of officials from that ministry on the weekend toured flood hit areas in Central Trinidad, where following heavy rainfall last Thursday and Friday, were under several feet of water.


A 28-year-old Arnold woman pleaded guilty recently to stealing a $352 Dyson vacuum cleaner from the Target in Richland Township.

Arnold woman pleads guilty to stealing vacuum cleaner from Target


US President George W. Bush urged Congress on Monday to approve his 700-billion-dollar debt bailout plan to end the financial crisis.

Bush urges Congress to approve bailout plan


Thrifty Foods is launching a rewards program that will enable registered customers to collect and redeem points based on the food and grocery items they buy.


A Ches-Mont Disposal trash truck caught fire on Township Line Road in Limerick around 11:40 am Thursday, causing flames reaching more than 20 feet into the air to catch power lines on fire, officials confirmed.


Turkish wire rod export prices have been held firm for June production and delivery.

Turkish wire rod export prices hold firm


James Murdoch has resigned as chairman of BSkyB to prevent his links to a tabloid phone-hacking scandal from undermining the pay TV group, which has so far escaped the worst of the damage convulsing its controlling shareholder News Corp.


Authorities in Arizona say rapper DMX has been arrested for allegedly violating his probation by using drugs.

Rapper DMX arrested for allegedly violating probation by using drugs


Arrest warrants have been issued in an Armed Robbery and Kidnapping that happened on Sunday night.

Warrants issued in Armed Robbery and Kidnapping


law tells us that the user wins because she finds special promotions or Safe For Females To Use Tadalafil on the Super Bowl ad brings you.


Schefter on the Raiders QB situation: ``No big surprise, but Raiders quarterback Carson Palmer is expected to start Sunday versus the Chiefs.''

Carson Palmer expected to start against the Chiefs


President Barack Obama suggested Wednesday that a new value-added tax on Americans is still on the table, seeming to show more openness to the idea than his aides have expressed in recent days.


India held a grand ceremony in New Delhi on January 26 to celebrate its 60th Republic Day.


UK video-on-demand portal FilmOn has floated on the Frankfurt stock exchange in a bid to fund its expansion into the US, Germany, France and Australia.


The Reserve Bank has left interest rates on hold at 3.5 per cent for the third month in a row.


AmerenUE filed an electrical rate increase request for both residential and commercial customers with the Missouri Public Service Commission on Sept. 3, seeking to increase annual revenues by approximately $263 million.


A drug that strengthens bones also helps keep breast cancer from spreading, according to new research at Washington University in St. Louis.

Drug for bones helps keep breast cancer from spreading


Jagan, who appeared before the CBI amid high drama and strict security arrangements today, also denied any business links with Gali Janardhan Reddy and his company.


Rep. King says, he wants Americans ``to realize the extent to which Al Qaeda is attempting to radicalize within the Muslim-American community'' and also says he ``the overwhelming majority of Muslims are outstanding patriots''.

King: ``the overwhelming majority of Muslims are outstanding patriots''


Veteran Montgomerie was paired alongside Italian teenager Matteo Manassero, who was making his professional debut in the first round of the Italian Open here.

Colin Montgomerie was paired alongside Italian teenager Matteo Manassero


Croatia has opened its first megayacht marina in time for the summer season.


Iran announced that it is cutting off oil and gas exports to European countries.

Iran cuts off oil and gas exports to europe


European shares extended losses on Thursday afternoon after US economic data showed the recovery in the world's largest economy was still patchy.

European shares extend losses after US data


Rain ruined the proceedings of the annual 34th limited over encounter between St Joseph's and St Peter's played at the R. Premadasa Stadium yesterday.


Coughlin's time of 53.64 seconds set a trials record but was off her American mark of 53.39.


PETRONAS Chemicals Group Bhd rose to a record after Credit Suisse Group AG said the Malaysian company is a beneficiary of higher oil prices and expects a series of consensus earnings upgrades to boost the share price.


A top state investigator has resigned as chief counsel for the criminal division of the Oregon Justice Department after he deleted a number of government e-mails, state Attorney General John Kroger said Friday.


University Police will hire a new officer for the fall semester to boost security measures in the residence halls and build rapport among students, University Police Chief Matt Kiederlen said.

University Police to hire new officer for residence halls


An inter-ministerial panel has called for a fresh approach to setting airport tariffs after three major domestic airports proposed a steep hike in user charges that threaten to push up airfares further.

Inter-ministerial panel calls for fresh approach in setting airport tariffs


Comingsoon.net just announced Russell Crowe will play Superman's biological father Jor-El in Zack Snyder's Man of Steel, reports Variety.

Russell Crowe to play Jor-El in Man of Steel!


In a bid to put a check on the data and voice traffic on cellular networks from foreign locations across the globe, a telecom department panel has proposed that telecom service providers must install a local remote access server in India.

Telecom service providers must install a local remote access server in India:


The Red & Black won three national awards and was a finalist for the Pacemaker Award during the Associated Collegiate Press Contests announced Saturday.


Formula One driver Robert Kubica is to remain in intensive care for another two days following a nine-hour surgical procedure over the weekend.


Forbes billionaires list says that the richest man in the world is Carlos Slim from Mexico.


Tripura has registered a record 84 percent polling in Thursday's parliamentary elections to two Lok Sabha constituencies, officials said here yesterday.

Tripura registers record 84 percent polling


SBI can test Rs 2500-2600 in long term, says SP Tulsian, sptulsian.com.


JETSTAR will reduce services to Cairns as Qantas embarks on a massive cost-cutting program because of rising fuel prices.


Federal Opposition Leader Tony Abbott got lost in the central Australian outback and was forced to send a text message to his press secretary: ``WERELOSTNEARFOSSILCREEK'', Fairfax reported.


Police going about their business in earthquake-ravaged Christchurch can expect protection from the courts, a judge said today as he locked up an alleged violent offender on remand.


At 1.30 pm, Indian stock markets were trading strong with BSE Sensex up by 160 points at 16840 and NSE Nifty higher by nearly 42 points at 5042.


New South Wales State of Origin coach Ricky Stuart says he feels sorry for David Furner over the constant rumours surrounding the Canberra Raiders coaching position.


Young people who get concussion can ``show subtle signs of mental and physical problems'' even 30 years later, reports BBC online.

Concussion can show signs of mental and physical problems 30 years later


At least 12 people were killed and 26 injured Thursday in separate attacks in Iraq, amid a spike in violence ahead of Iraq's March 7 parliamentary elections, DPA reported.

At least 12 killed, 26 injured in attacks in Iraq


Two Britons taken hostage in Iraq in 2007 were feared dead after bodies were handed to British officials in Iraq and three others still missing were in ``grave danger'', the British government said on Sunday.

Two British hostages feared dead in Iraq


Fono, one of the region's leading wireless retailers, has entered the competitive notebook market and will stock a select range of leading products from Sony Vaio and Apple Mac.


Newsday > News > Breaking Five state parks to reopen Wednesday Originally published:


A-Rod has a slight meniscus tear in his right knee.


A city-bound Egypt Air flight with 124 passengers on board from Cairo, landed under emergency conditions at MUmbai airport today due to a suspected fire in the cargo hold of the aircraft.

Egypt Air flight lands under emergency conditions in Mumbai


A 69-year-old pilot died shortly after making a bad landing Tuesday night at the New Orleans Lakefront Airport.

Pilot dies after bad landing at New Orleans Lakefront Airport


Cucumbers could be the cause of a major E.coli outbreak which has killed two people, officials have said.

Cucumbers 'may be behind E.coli outbreak'


The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed veteran wide receiver Lee Evans to a contract.


In an exclusive interview to this writer in New Delhi on Thursday, October 14, he said: ``The Tamils' response has been good. They are coming on board.''


A new law that takes effect today in South Dakota says state agencies must request competitive proposals when awarding or renewing most contracts for professional services exceeding $50,000.

State agencies must request competitive proposals


A Fond du Lac man got his hand stuck in a car's gas tank after he reached in to try to retrieve a Snicker's candy bar he saw inside.


Caltrain declared a fiscal emergency yesterday to help the troubled transit agency balance its next budget without facing state-mandated review.


Hampshire breeders have made great strides in improving the genetic potential of rams offered for sale to commercial flocks by rigorous testing of tups, progeny and listening to what end users want.

Hampshire breeders improve genetic potential


News International is to cut 110 jobs across its workforce as the company revealed that almost half of the former News of the World staff have chosen to take voluntary redundancy.


Dogwoof is delighted to announce that it has acquired the UK distribution rights to Muscle Shoals after its critical acclaim at Sundance and ahead of its UK premiere at Sundance London this weekend.

Dogwoof acquires UK distribution rights to Muscle Shoals


SemStream ® LP, a subsidiary of SemGroup ® Corporation announced the opening of a new facility in Winslow, AZ on September 15.

SemStream announces opening of new facility in Winslow, Arizona


Nassau County is expected to pay $65 million in severance costs this year as it pushes older, higher-paid workers to retire in an attempt to reduce future costs, officials said Wednesday.

Nassau expected to pay $65 million in severance this year


British drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline used a sophisticated ghostwriting program to promote its antidepressant Paxil, allowing doctors to take credit for medical journal articles mainly written by company consultants, according to court documents obtained by The Associated Press.

Glaxo used ghostwriting program to promote Paxil


The town of Siler City announced voluntary water restrictions as of 10 am Monday morning.

Siler City announces voluntary water restrictions


A school bus carrying Montclair kindergarteners on a field trip lost its brakes late Tuesday morning and took the children on a wild ride, knocking down a fire hydrant and utility pole before crashing into a car and coming to rest on the front lawn of a home on Berkeley Place.

School bus with no brakes takes children on wild ride


The Energy Department said Wednesday commercial crude oil inventories fell by 3.3 million barrels to 364.9 million barrels for the week ending Nov. 5.


The Commerce Ministry has warned licensed companies against using its logo to promote the selling of real estate projects on the map, Al-Riyadh newspaper reported Wednesday.

Commerce ministry warns against use of its logo


Fairfax Media last night finally published the diplomatic cables at the centre of the WikiLeaks revelations.


Norman St John-Stevas, a politician noted for his wit, his extravagance, and for falling foul of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, has died at age 82.

Uk politician Norman St John-Stevas dies at 82


Activists say Syrian troops have fired on protesters as Arab League observers toured the area.


Oil rose more than a dollar to US$69 a barrel on Thursday, boosted by a weak US dollar and hopes that interest rate cuts in the US and China will bolster the world economy.


SMALL business owners are selling up and getting out of the market at an alarming rate, with restaurants and cafes shutting more quickly than opening for the first time in decades.


Hawaiian Airlines will be adding two new cities to its growing network of destinations.

Hawaiian Airlines adding two new cities to network


A number of primary school students in Nevis continue to benefit from the new school feeding programme which was first introduced at the St. Thomas Primary School last year.

Primary school students continue to benefit from school feeding programme


The men's swimming and diving team defeated Brown, 175-123, backed by wins in 11 different events, including a sweep of the 100 and 200 fly, on Saturday afternoon.

Men's swimming and diving defeats Brown, 175-123


As a result, there have been two fires in the past two days, both started by children.

Two fires in two days, both started by children


Osun state government has procured 19 ambulances equipped with modern gadgets to give first aid at accident sites and in transit to all government hospitals in the state to reduce unnecessary loss of lives of accident victims.


Two KCCI news photographers were honored by the National Press Photographers Association TV Quarterly Clip Contest.


Despite his rhetoric and photo ops, George Osborne has let down British manufacturing, according to Civitas.

Osborne 'letting down British manufacturing'


The University of Windsor unveiled a new school logo Wednesday.


Energy company Centrica PLC Tuesday said it continues to trade in line with the guidance provided in its interim management statement on May 9.


Australian intelligence agencies fear Israel may launch a military strike on Iran to knock out its nuclear facilities, which they said could lead to nuclear war, leaked US diplomatic cables showed Monday.

Australia fears Israeli military strike on Iran:


Iraqiya List headed by Iyad Allawi announced, on Wednesday, that it still insists to boycott cabinet and parliament sessions.

Iraqiya List insists on boycotting cabinet and parliament sessions


During the meeting, NC leaders asked PM not to promulgate the ordinances which were introduced by the government few days ago.

NC asks Prachanda not to promulgate ordinances


A woman has been shot and killed on an aboriginal reserve south of Edmonton at a home next door to where a five-year-old boy was fatally shot earlier this summer.

Woman shot and killed on aboriginal reserve south of Edmonton


As flood victims brace for more rain this weekend, FEMA officials are touring the flood zone and local Red Cross workers are distributing cleanup kits to affected homes.


State and local firefighters battled a wildfire Monday that started in Coke County and spread into southern Nolan County, according to the Texas Forest Service in College Station.

Wildfire spreads into southern Nolan County


Popular TV personality and actress Mandira Bedi, who broke her leg on a reality show seven weeks ago, is likely to resume work soon.


WEST COLUMBIA, SC Police say no charges will be filed against a West Columbia homeowner who shot and killed a man he says was trying to break into his truck.

No charges to be filed in West Columbia shooting


A 25-year-old male British student went missing in central Budapest in the early hours of the New Year, the Hungarian police said on its website on Friday.

British student reported missing in Budapest


Mumbai, Jul 19 Four days after undergoing an angiography, Shiv Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray would be undergoing an angioplasty tomorrow to remove blockages in the arteries.

Uddhav Thackeray to undergo angioplasty tomorrow


A local high school teacher accused of repeatedly groping two female students faced four felony charges Wednesday after a three-month investigation into his alleged conduct.

Local teacher accused of groping students


A fire destroyed at least 74 houses in the western Colombia on Monday, reported local media.

Fire destroys 74 houses in western Colombia


A prisoner has escaped from custody after an armed man held up a prison van, Scotland Yard said.

Prisoner escapes after armed man holds up prison van


Recently, the police department requested the media's help to publish and broadcast information regarding a credit card fraud/residential burglary investigation in hopes the public could help identify a suspect.


Jeff Balser, MD, Ph.D., associate vice chancellor for Research for Vanderbilt University Medical Center, has been named dean of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.

Jeff Balser named dean of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine


Heavy smoke could be seen from blocks away when a Milford storage container company caught fire.


She may be loving New York, but Estelle reveals that she's missing a few home comforts.


DAP chairman Karpal Singh today warned the MCA to stop exploiting the hudud issue among Malaysians.

Karpal Singh warns MCA to stop exploiting hudud issue


Two men were booked for selling the meat of a dead calf in the town.

Men booked for selling meat of dead calf


With unemployment in the United States approaching a 20 year peak, the question of how to qualify for unemployment insurance benefits is a question more and more people are having to answer.

How to qualify for unemployment insurance benefits


Toyota Motor Corp said it will recall 2.77 million vehicles worldwide, including some of its popular Prius hybrid cars, for steering and water pump problems in the carmaker's second multimillion-vehicle recall in a little over a month.

Toyota to recall 2.77 million vehicles for steering, water pump problems


A Lawrence man was arrested for burglary early Saturday morning after the residents came home just after midnight and discovered him inside the house, Nassau County police said.


A Lolo man accused of killing his puppy because it dug holes in the yard pleaded not guilty to an animal cruelty charge Tuesday, and has been ordered to give away his other pets.

Lolo man accused of killing puppy pleads not guilty to animal cruelty


Lyon have agreed to sell goalkeeper Hugo Lloris to Tottenham Hotspur after the English side submitted a new bid for the shot-stopper.

Lyon agree to sell Hugo Lloris to Tottenham Hotspur


A FREE course is starting in Corringham to help people with long term conditions improve their quality of life.

FREE course starting in Corringham for people with long term conditions


New home construction in Connecticut dipped again in August, after registering an increase in July, the first year-over-year, monthly gain in seven months.


The Asom Gana Parishad today announced that it would abstain from the voting for the polls to the two Rajya Sabha seats from Assam, scheduled for May 30.


We are pleased to report that the Ronni Chasen murder appears to also be solved.

Ronni Chasen murder appears to be solved


Around 80% of flexible packaging waste, such as plastic bags and laminate films, was landfilled in 2010, according to a report by environmental consultancy Envicura.

Up to 80% of flexible packaging waste is landfilled


Kansas freshman Ben McLemore announced his intention to enter the NBA Draft during a Tuesday press conference at Allen Fieldhouse.

Ben McLemore announces he will enter NBA Draft


A high wind warning, meaning that strong and potentially damaging winds are possible or occurring, has been issued for the Front Range, according to the National Weather Service.

High wind warning issued for the Front Range


Beau Lieu Bistro, the cute little French bistro with big portions at 59 Ossington, is now closed.


Green says he'll stick with ``The Voice'' singing competition show ``as long as it's fresh.''

Cee Lo Green says he's sticking with 'the Voice'


James Boehmer, Nars International Lead Stylist, shows us how to contour our skin.


Kelvin ``The Big Hit'' Fitial lost in his return to China last month when he submitted in the second round to his Japanese opponent in Art of War 12 ``Invincible Fight.''


The Minnesota Wild recalled goaltender Matt Hackett from their American Hockey League team in Houston and activated right wing Cal Clutterbuck from injured reserve on Friday, March 8.

Minnesota Wild recall Matt Hackett, activate Cal Clutterbuck


A third British soldier has been killed in southern Afghanistan this week, the Ministry of Defence said.


A ''sadistic'' mother who met royalty and a host of celebrities after pretending her healthy son was severely ill has been jailed.

Mother who met royalty and celebrities after pretending son was ill jailed


The US has strongly objected to India`s new M&A regulations that requires foreign companies to seek regulatory approval for mergers and acquisitions made anywhere in the world reports Economic Times.

US strongly objects India`s new M&A regulations


In a vote on Tuesday, October 26, parliament approved the withdrawal of Slovak troops from the KFOR mission in Kosovo by the end of 2010.

Parliament approves withdrawal of Slovak troops from Kosovo


Barack Obama and Nato have set an ``irreversible'' roadmap to ``gradually and responsibly'' withdraw 130,000 combat troops from Afghanistan by the end of 2014.

Nato sets 'irreversible' roadmap to withdrawing troops from Afghanistan


Economic growth expected to come to a virtual halt Survey points to sharp slowdown in second half of 2012 Internet job ads rose 3.4 per cent in May AUSTRALIA'S economic growth is expected to come to a virtual halt in the second half of 2012, a private sector survey shows.


US Sen. Richard Lugar is supporting a push to repeal federal sugar subsidies, saying they were ``concocted by law to favor a very few.''

Lugar supporting push to repeal sugar subsidies


Broadwater broke into the win column for the first time this young season Tuesday night with a 66-48 victory over Chincoteague.


Against the backdrop of political upheaval in Iran is a quiet push to determine who will succeed ailing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.


Electricity Minister Arcot N Veerasamy said on Thursday that film director Seeman would be arrested within two days for his remarks against the sovereignty of the nation, as well as pro-LTTE speeches made by him during the past few days.

``Seeman would be arrested in two days''


US markets opened higher Monday after United Airlines and Continental Airlines announced an all-stock merger agreement.


Malcolm Kelly missed the trip to Dallas as he was nursing a virus, according to the Washington Post.


A high yield savings account has gained in popularity over the last several months as many Americans continue to work very hard to make certain that they save more than they spend.


A 42-year-old woman has died at a Whakatane beach after reportedly trying to save her child from drowning.


Former Pakistan batsman Ijaz Ahmed has vowed to clear his name of fraud charges -- of allegedly giving a client bad cheques worth over ten million rupees.

Ijaz Ahmed vows to clear his name of fraud charges


Pakistan has decided to restore biometric system on its border with Afghanistan from November 30 to stop illegal crossing from both sides, Interior Minister Rehman Malik has said.

Pakistan to restore biometric system along border with Afghanistan:


Transport for London, the city agency that operates buses and underground trains, may face a union strike in a dispute over job cuts and pay.

Transport for London may face strike over job cuts


The French government made a major push Friday to restore fuel supplies drying up because of protests over pension reforms.

French government push to restore fuel supplies


Federal Minister Khurshid Shah said that the general elections could be held a month or two earlier from the due date with consultations of allied parties.


Marie Osmond remarried her first husband in Las Vegas today, May 4, wearing the same dress as when they originally tied the knot.


But who is Matthew Bellamy, the lucky father-to-be?


Andy Roddick has split with his legendary coach Jimmy Connors, the player announced after beating world number two Rafael Nadal 7-6, 6-2 in the quarter-finals of the Dubai Open on Thursday.


Madrid Want First Option On Benzema Real Madrid have made signing Karim Benzema from Olympique Lyonnais a priority in the summer and are working to obtain first refusal on the player.

Real Madrid Madrid Want first option on Benzema


Katie Taylor has claimed her fifth successive 60kg European title with a 10-5 win in Rotterdam over Russia's Sofya Ochigava, an opponent she controversially lost to in March last year.


Gold prices climbed to a new peak of Rs 11,395 on the bullion market here on Saturday on persistent stockists buying in view of marriage season triggered by rising trend in the global markets.


Tendulkar quit One-day cricket yesterday but will continue to play Test matches: ``As youngsters we got to see how Sachin prepared himself for each and every game and at the same time he showed us how to be humble in life and digest success and defeat, which is one of the most difficult things to do.

Tendulkar showed us how to be humble in life:


Tel Aviv, Jan 17 The Israeli security cabinet was expected to vote Saturday night on a ceasefire proposal as the military campaign entered its fourth week and airstrikes continued overnight across the Gaza Strip.

Israel's security cabinet expected to vote on ceasefire


It's not Bryant's fault that he'll never live up to the legacy of Michael Jordan, and frankly, the comparison between the two is too readily discussed as a jumping-off point for discussion.

Kobe Bryant can never live up to the legacy of Michael Jordan


Great Barrier Reef is to be broadcast on BBC Knowledge, channel 184 on DStv from Sunday, 20 January at 18:00.

Great Barrier reef to be broadcast on BBC Knowledge


Chile sent its first figs to the US last week after entry was approved by the US Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.


The Indians have recalled left-hander Rafael Perez from Triple-A Columbus and designated outfielder David Dellucci for assignment to make roster room.

Indians recall left-hander Perez, designate outfielder Dellucci


The Salvation Army in Peoria warned Thursday of possible fundraising scams as people give to relief efforts to help tornado victims in Oklahoma.

Salvation Army warns of fundraising scam


LONDON // Oil surged to a new record high today of nearly US$140 a barrel, propelled by weakness in the US dollar which offset the bearish impact of plans by Saudi Arabia to boost output.


Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has revealed his next move will be ``interesting'' and that he will making an announcement regarding his new club very soon.

Didier Drogba's next move to be interesting


Fernando Llorente fired Athletic Bilbao into the Europa League final with an 88th-minute strike as his side overturned a first-leg deficit to see off Sporting Lisbon at the Estadio San Mames.

Llorente fires Athletic Bilbao into Europa League final


IN extension to their position as title sponsors for the country's top track and field meet, BTC has also added incentives for qualifying athletes.

BTC adds incentives for qualifying athletes


Venus Williams is forced to retire after only 7 points with an injury


``Family Guy'' creator Seth MacFarlane will host the 85th Oscars ceremony in February, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, which produces the Oscars, said on Monday.

'Family Guy' creator Seth MacFarlane to host 85th Oscars


Round Rock-based Dell said Thursday afternoon that it is buying Silicon Valley firm Scalent, a developer of network virtualization, monitoring and operations software for the data center.


TVGuide.com reports that Dilshad Vadsaria has joined the cast of the ABC drama series REVENGE in a recurring role.

Dilshad Vadsaria joins cast of ABC drama REVENGE


He also criticized the Democratic Party for doing nothing during the last eight years and said he will not make fun of Obama any less than Bush.

Democrats have ``done nothing'' in eight years, says comedian Lewis Black


Police said the two militants of an unidentified outfit were killed in the encounter that lasted for about 20 minutes.


Gu Kailai, wife of ousted Chinese politician Bo Xilai, will receive a fair trial, Chinese state media said.

Gu Kailai will receive fair trial, China says


Georgia, in the driver's seat for it first SEC East title since 2005, leads Auburn 7-0 in the first quarter Saturday in Athens, Ga.

Georgia leads Auburn 7-0 in first quarter


Japan may face a total nuclear shutdown in the summer for the second time since the March 2011 Fukushima disaster as the country's two operating reactors close for maintenance and tough new safety checks keep the rest of the fleet offline.

Japan faces nuclear shutdown for second time since Fukushima


A 25-year-old Houma resident pled guilty in federal court Thursday for mail fraud, after receiving $26,000 in BP oil-spill-claims money for a fake business.


In July 2010 US business magazine Forbes finally obtained ownership of the domain name 'forbes.ru', seven months after winning a domain name infringement case against a Russian cybersquatter who had been using the domain name illegally.


Argentina coach Diego Maradona has no regrets over the lewd outburst he aimed at reporters after his side sealed a dramatic victory over Uruguay last week to qualify for next year's World Cup finals.


Two days of heavy rains in the Cascades have caused some Western Washington rivers to flood.

Heavy rains cause some Washington rivers to flood


Jeff Conaway, an actor best known for his roles in ``Grease,'' TV series ``Taxi'' and later ``Babylon 5,'' died on May 27 in Encino, Calif. He was 60.


THE funeral of Wirral photographer and businessman John Mills, the driving force behind a renowned Merseyside media production house, will take place next week.

Funeral of Wirral photographer John Mills takes place next week


US Airways flight attendants ratified a new contract with the carrier that includes double-digit pay increases and job protections.

US Airways flight attendants ratify new contract


Google has released a new YouTube application for the iPhones which will feature online advertising.

Google releases new YouTube application for iPhones


Amid declining value of rupee and rising inflation, finance minister Pranab Mukherjee today said Indian economy is resilient enough to overcome challenges and the government will make efforts to moderate the rate of price rise and reduce current account deficit.

Indian economy resilient enough to overcome challenges:


Ten welcomes dumping of media reforms Updated: 16:14, Thursday March 21, 2013 Ten Network has expressed relief at the federal government's decision to dump controversial changes to media laws.


A CHARITY has defended responsible fishermen after poachers were caught fishing illegally for scallops in Lyme Bay.

Charity defends responsible fishermen after poachers are caught illegally


Optenet, a provider of content filtering services,has expanded its content security service to include a new bandwidth optimization function.

Optenet expands content security services


Nightclub operator Luminar is scaling back its capital expenditure by £22m over the next two years in light of ``current market conditions''.

Luminar scales back capital expenditure by £22m


Former world time trial champion Michael Rogers has joined Team Sky for the next two seasons, the Australian said on Monday.

Former world time trial champion Rogers joins Team Sky


Brazilian police seized 500 kg of marijuana during an operation in Rio de Janeiro's Rocinha slum on Friday.

Brazilian police seize 500 kg of marijuana


TA Enterprise Bhd is set to enter the venture capital business, focusing on the financial sector while beefing up its corporate finance, its chief executive officer, Datin Alicia Tiah said on Monday.

TA Enterprise set to enter venture capital business


Josh Hutcherson trades slobbers for smooches and gets a kiss from two fans at the premiere of Hotel For Dogs at the Grove Theater in Los Angeles on Thursday night.


A 21-YEAR-OLD man has been rescued after falling from a cliff in Adelaide.


In reaction to the South Korean President's visit to the dispute islets, Japan has recalled its ambassador to South Korea.


Super filly Rachel Alexandra lived up to her billing on Saturday, winning the Preakness Stakes under jockey Calvin Borel.


An Overland Park woman is recovering after she and her husband were hit by a police car in Alabama.

Woman recovering after being hit by police car


On 3 March 2010 Mars Express will make its closest ever approach to Phobos, the larger of the two Martian moons.

Mars Express to make closest ever approach to Phobos