Six men aged between 14-24 years-old have been arrested for a suspected break -in at a drink stall in Tanglin Halt.

Six arrested for breaking into drink stall


On the fourth day of the municipal workers' strike of the City's total workforce were reported absent without authorisation.

On the fourth day of the municipal workers strike


Cheryl Cole is set to work with Eminem and Nicki Minaj on her new album, according to reports.

Cheryl Cole to work with Eminem, Nicki Minaj on new album?


A North Druid Hills man has been charged with running a massive tax fraud scheme out of his rented home in a community off North Druid Hills Road, DeKalb County authorities said last week.

North Druid Hills man charged in massive tax fraud scheme


NOTRE DAME, ind. The Irish track and field teams will open their outdoor season this weekend as they travel to Arizona State and Stanford for two meets.

Irish track and field opens outdoor season at Arizona State and Stanford


Sentiment among Polish companies deteriorated in the April-June period together with a worsening outlook for the third quarter as the economic slowdown trims demand expectations, the Polish central bank said Thursday.

Sentiment among Polish companies deteriorates-central bank


Consumer goods maker McPherson's Ltd expects to hit the upper end of its guidance on increased sales this financial year.

McPherson's expects to hit upper end of guidance


By FOX 13 News Elizabeth Smart spoke out about her abductor saying she plans to speak directly to Brian David Mitchell during his sentencing.

Elizabeth Smart speaks out on Mitchell's sentencing


Upon returning from a meeting in Texas of leaders of the conservative movement hosted by Nancy and Paul Pressler at their ranch outside of Houston, ConservativeHQ Chairman Richard A. Viguerie issued the following statement endorsing former US Senator Rick Santorum for President:

Conservative guru Richard Viguerie endorses Rick Santorum


Srinagar, Jan 22 Cold wave intensified its grip in Jammu and Ladakh regions today, while it improved in Kashmir valley following slight increase in minimum temperature.

Cold wave intensifies in Jammu and Ladakh


The National Disaster Response Force, which is undertaking neutralisation of chlorine gas from cylinders at Mumbai Port Trust following the gas leakage incident, said 80 more hazardous gas cylinders were found in the MPT premises in south Mumbai.

80 more hazardous cylinders found at Mumbai Port


BOSTON College will be opening its doors to prospective students wanting a taste of college life tomorrow.

Boston College opening its doors to prospective students


A Taylor University student once thought dead in a case of mistaken identity has graduated from college.


President Barack Obama toasted 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson in a ceremony on the South Lawn of the stately White House Wednesday afternoon.


Yesterday, the European Commission, to improve protection for bank account holders and retail investors and to prevent and manage future crises, proposed changes to existing European consumer protection rules regarding deposit insurance, insurance guarantees and investor compensation schemes.

European Commission proposes changes to European consumer protection rules


International Paper announced Friday it would permanently close the St. Paul corrugated container plant at the end of March, resulting in the loss of 107 jobs.

International Paper to close St. Paul plant


Scientists have found that cells from different people don''t react the same way when exposed to the same DNA-damaging agent, something, which may help in understanding why chemotherapy works for some people and not for others.

Why chemotherapy works for some and not for others


Karl Hyde, frontman of electronic outfit Underworld, has announced that he will release a solo album on April 22nd.

Underworld star karl Hyde to release solo album in April


The cotton prices continued to move upwards for the third consecutive day on Friday as the gap between the demand and supply widened owing to almost one-month delay in harvesting of the current crop, dealers said.


This Wednesday, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is encouraging people to get up from their desks and walk at lunch.

This Wednesday, get out and walk at lunch


World number three Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the US Open after failing to recover from a knee injury.

Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the US Open through injury


Crime writer Laura Wilson, winner of the 2008 Ellis Peters Award for her novel Stratton's War, has moved to Quercus from Orion after 10 years with the publisher.


Nablus, April 7, 2010 â€`` Israeli settlers threw stones today at Palestinian cars in south of Nablus, no injuries were reported.

Israeli settlers throw stones at Palestinian cars


A generation of children knows virtually nothing about British history and leaves school ``woefully under-nourished'', Education Secretary Michael Gove warned today.

Generation of children 'knows virtually nothing about history'


Representative Kerry Gauthier has been released from St. Luke's Hospital, according to City Councilor Sharla Gardner.

Gauthier released from St. Luke's Hospital


Although it is commonly found, the cause of Kawasaki disease remains unknown.

Cause of Kawasaki disease remains unknown


It's that time of the year again when trainers who judiciously exploit the new handicapping system and young horses that are a shade slow maturing begin to dominate winter racing.


Scientists and engineers will face a host of obstacles over the next decade in providing clean water to millions of people caught up in a water shortage crisis, a panel of scientists and engineers said today at a briefing at the Broadcast Center of the National Press Building on the Final Report on the American Chemical Society's Global Challenges/Chemistry Solutions.

Scientists, engineers to face obstacles over the next decade in providing clean water


The European Court of Human Rights ruled yesterday that Poland discriminated against a gay man for refusing to treat him and his partner in the same way as a straight married couple.

European Court rules Poland discriminated against gay man


Engineering and property services provider UGL is reviewing its corporate structure now that the property business generates nearly 50 per cent of group earnings.


Horry County Police are investigating a bank robbery that occurred this afternoon in Carolina Forest, according to authorities.

Horry County police investigate bank robbery in Carolina Forest


Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani Friday said the PML wants to remain in two boats ie government and the opposition and public gatherings pose no threat to the democratic system in the country.


Ex-Australian Idol judge Mark Holden has sold his trademark touchdown catchphrase to former Baywatch hunk David Hasselhoff.

Mark Holden sells touchdown catchphrase to David Hasselhoff


Michael Jackson's doctor Conrad Murray last night after a jury found him guilty of killing the superstar, left

Michael Jackson's doctor Conrad Murray found guilty


A millionaire lottery winner has admitted attacking his girlfriend in a luxury car bought with his winnings.

Millionaire lottery winner admits attacking his girlfriend


A British soldier has died in hospital after being injured in an explosion in Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence has said.


Former Bronx councilman and state legislator Larry Seabrook was sentenced to 5 years in federal prison Tuesday for a scheme to channel city funds through nonprofits he controlled to a girlfriend, relatives and cronies.

Larry Seabrook sentenced to 5 years in prison


PTI / Chandigarh May 22, 2012, 21:55 A heat wave swept through Punjab and Haryana today, with the maximum temperature touching above normal at many places.

Heat wave sweeps through Punjab, Haryana


An extensive new research study has found that unhappy people watch more TV while those who consider themselves happy spend more time reading and socialising.


US president Barack Obama will visit Russia, Italy and Ghana in a single week next month.


Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo is taking a stand for women's health, and starting today, will launch a national campaign with the American Cancer Society to promote the prevention of the horrible disease! ``Cancer is something that touches everyone's lives.

Ellen Pompeo takes a stand against Cancer!


In a move that is not surprising, Erik Bedard has been scratched from his next scheduled start, which had been set for Monday against the Marlins in Miami.

Bedard scratched from next scheduled start


Thousands march against gang violence in Mexico City, Sunday May 8, 2011.

Thousands march against violence in Mexico City


State regulators are warning virtual currency exchanges and other companies that deal with Bitcoin that they could be shut down if their activities run counter to money transmission laws, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

State regulators warn virtual currency exchanges:


China sincerely hopes all parties in Nepal can maintain unity and work together to push forward the peace process, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Ma Zhaoxu said here Friday.

``China hopes Nepal can maintain unity''


Korean Air said it will add three more flights a week to Honolulu from Incheon International Airport starting June 12 in response to the growing popularity of Hawaii as a vacation destination for South Koreans.


The Intelligence Agencies have warned all the Institutions of the government that the terrorist elements in group form could hijack any plane, train and government official to fulfill their demands within next few days.

Terrorists can hijack any plane or train within next few days:


Apple has refreshed its MacBook Pro lineup with new processors and graphics chips today without changing any of the prices.


Touring and promotion company Live Nation Inc said on Monday it has elected Michael Cohl as chairman of its board, effective immediately.


UAE money supply growth slowed to 13.54 percent in the second quarter, its lowest level in more than six years, central bank data showed.

UAE money supply slows to lowest level in six years


South African banking group FirstRand on Friday said it was not in talks with a Chinese bank over selling a stake.

FirstRand says not in talks with Chinese bank


Myanmar has invited bids for companies to operate 18 onshore oil blocks scattered across about half a dozen provinces on a production-sharing contract basis, the largest number in a single such offer in recent years.

Myanmar invites bids for 18 onshore oil blocks


Investor Wilbur Ross on Thursday said he bought about $1 billion of US municipal bonds last Friday because yields had risen to ``relatively unparalleled'' highs compared with taxable Treasuries.

Wilbur Ross buys $1 billion of US municipal bonds


ANAHEIM, Calif. The Anaheim Ducks have claimed forward Niklas Hagman off re-entry waivers from the Calgary Flames.

Anaheim Ducks claim forward Niklas Hagman off waivers from Calgary Flames


A 45-year-old Chesapeake man died Saturday during a rafting trip on the Lower Gauley River in West Virginia.

Chesapeake man dies on rafting trip in W.Va..


Four fishermen have been rescued from a trawler that washed up on rocks in Cronulla, sparking fears of a diesel spill in the ocean.

Fishermen rescued after trawler washes up on rocks


Pakistan says it has protested to NATO over an air strike that it says killed 11 of its soldiers in a base on the Afghan border.

Pakistan protests to NATO over air strike


Schweizerhaus, a huge beer garden, popular with locals and tourists alike has opened for the summer season this week just in time for the warmer weather this weekend in Vienna.


Fisheries ministers from the three Maritime provinces are meeting today in Nova Scotia to discuss the lobster pricing dispute between processors and fishermen.

Ministers discuss lobster pricing dispute


The latest Nintendo 3DS system update brings with it a few new features, like Save Data Backup, and improved system stability.

Nintendo 3DS system update brings new features


Egyptian President Mohamed Mursi cancelled a state visit to Pakistan on Friday, government officials said, a day after granting himself extended powers, a move likely to widen divisions in his country.

Egypt President cancels state visit to Pakistan


CNN's Tom Foreman explains how the Italian cruise ship Costa Concordia went down.

How the cruise ship, Costa Concordia went down


A peaceful election was held in Iraq on Saturday without a single major attack reported anywhere in the country.


A Florida jury this afternoon recommended death for a Chappaqua native who killed his infant stepdaughter nearly a decade ago.

Fla. jury recommends death for Chappaqua native who killed stepdaughter


The Bank of Japan on Monday joined the central banks of Europe, the United States, Britain, Canada and Switzerland to support financial markets by preventing dollar shortages during the Greek debt crisis.

Bank of Japan joins central banks to support markets


England and Manchester United star Wayne Rooney yesterday revealed he may have been a victim of phone hacking.

Rooney 'may have been victim of phone-hacking'


Genesee & Wyoming Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire the assets of FreightLink, owner and operator of the 1,400-mile Tarcoola to Darwin railway in Australia, for approximately A$334 million.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. signs agreement to acquire FreightLink;


THIS is to appeal to the Federal Ministry of Education, to please, implement the promotion of thousands of its officers, who were promoted to various grade levels since September last year.

Federal Ministry of Education, please, implement our promotion


Richard Clarke, former special advisor for cyber security to President George W. Bush, has joined the board of Veracode, a Burlington, Mass.-based company that makes risk management software.

Richard Clarke joins Veracode Board of Directors


Libby Trickett has announced that she has retired from competitive swimming.


Sunderland have suspended defender Titus Bramble after he was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and drug possession.


Denise Richards recently told Howard Stern that she had a lesbian experience with another celebrity.

Denise Richards had lesbian experience with another celebrity


Align Technology, San Jose, Calif., has been assigned a patent developed by Ian Kitching, Saratoga, Calif., and Ka M. Cheang, Santa Clara, Calif., for a ``system and method for detecting deviations during the course of an orthodontic treatment to gradually reposition teeth.''


Amnesty International says a Saudi woman was sentenced to 10 lashes for driving a car.


Jerry Sandusky could be sentenced to a maximum of 460 years in prison if found guilty of all charges in the Penn State sexual abuse case.

Sandusky could be sentenced to 460 years in prison


A 41-year-old Highland man has been arrested by the URGENT task force on charges that he sold diverted pharmaceuticals in southern Ulster County.

Highland man charged with selling diverted pharmaceuticals


Four protestors, who were apprehended by police for their alleged involvement in hurling footwears at the residential complex of sports and IFC Minister N Biren Singh recently have been remanded to judicial custody for 15 days today.


TRIBUTES have this week been paid to a talented young DJ from Bridgwater who was found dead in his home on New Year's Eve.


The Miss New York Organization announced that its 2009 Miss New York and Miss New York's Outstanding Teen pageants will be held in Albany this year, from June 25th through June 27th at the Kitty Carlisle Hotel Theatre at The Egg.

Miss New York pageant to be held in Albany this June


About 50 homes in five villages near here were damaged by thunderstorms which hit Serom and Bukit Gambir.

50 homes in five villages damaged in thunderstorm


A toddler has died after being kicked by a horse at Narre Warren East, a southeastern suburb of Melbourne.


LISKEARD'S new mayor has pledged to 'raise the bar' in the town.


Fewer than one in three Americans expect they will ever be able to fully retire, a new study commissioned by Scottrade online investment brokerage shows.

Fewer than one in three Americans expect to fully retire


McClintock recently launched his first ad, a 60-second radio spot featuring Placer County GOP chairman Tom Hudson, attacking Ose as a liberal.

McClintock launches first ad against Ose:


However, a new study suggests higher taxes on sodas may not be effective in fighting obesity.

Higher taxes on sodas not effective in fighting obesity


Moog Inc., a supplier of precision control systems, reported a 17 percent drop in second-quarter earnings Friday on reduced sales in its industrial systems segment.

Moog reports 17 percent drop in earnings


Karl Rove, the senior advisor and former deputy chief of staff to US President George W. Bush, has joined FOX News Channel as a contributor, making his debut on the 24-hour cable news network during today's live prime-time coverage of Super Tuesday.


NASA launched a mission to the moon on Saturday, sending the twin lunar Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory spacecraft on a 250,000-mile, three-and-a-half month voyage.


As many as 573 nominations were received for the local body elections in Tiruchi district on Friday, the second day of filing of nominations.

573 nominations received for local body elections


Offensive tackle Derek Newton has been selected to play in the 5th NFLPA Game in San Antonio.

Derek Newton to play in NFLPA Game in San Antonio


Baby elephant trapped in well saved Updated: 19:33, Saturday January 19, 2013 An elephant calf that had fallen into a well after straying from its herd in eastern India has been rescued.


South Carolina Education Superintendent Mick Zais is being criticized by House Democrats for not seeking more money for teacher pay.

Zais criticized for not seeking more money for teachers


There are rumours that Cesc Fabregas will get a transfer from his EPL club Arsenal to Barcelona for the next season of football.

Cesc Fabregas could get transfer to Barcelona


VDIworks, a provider of virtual desktop management and enablement products, announced today that it has optimized its VideoOverIP desktop remoting protocol for Hyper-V, bringing unparalleled user experience to Microsoft's Virtualization Platform.

VDIworks optimizes VideoOverIP for Hyper-V:


Norwegian telecom group Telenor said on Thursday that a US federal court ruled again in its favour in a dispute against Russia's Alfa Group, rejecting an Alfa motion to delay fines imposed last month.

Telenor says US court ruled for it, against Alfa


The New Zealand men's pursuit team will ride for bronze later this morning at the World Track Cycling Championships in the Netherlands.


Actress Katie Holmes will reportedly celebrate a year of freedom from ex-husband Tom Cruise this week when she throws a divorce party.


Afferro Mining, the AIM-listed exploration and development company focused on iron ore in Cameroon, has unveiled its maiden resource estimate for the Ntem iron ore project.

Afferro unveils maiden resource estimate for Ntem project


Ruud van Nistelrooy wants to star at Euro 2008 so he can erase the painful memory of a World Cup flop he blames on Manchester United.

Van Nistelrooy wants to star at Euro 2008


New building technology introduced to India, will aid the country's massive housing needs.


Microsoft published an update to a Windows Media Player patch on Tuesday, the same day as its January general security update release.

Microsoft updates Windows Media Player patch


The Australian bond market closed firmer after debt markets rallied on weak US jobs data which suggested a slower recovery in the US economy.


Arizona Rep Gabrielle Giffords remains in the hospital, but her aides are feverishly discussing the possibility that she may recover in time to run for the US Senate.


BRITAIN'S former foreign minister David Miliband said overnight he was quitting frontline politics after his younger brother Ed defeated him in the race to lead the opposition Labour party.


The price of medicines have been the source of much debate recently; the price of most of the 129 medicines that were reduced by the government in July 2010 have yet to go down, Labour MP Prof. Anthony Zammit said in Parliament.


The Central Bureau of Investigation's probe reveals that former telecom minister Dayanidhi Maran had sat on the Aircel file for 44 days during his ex-chief C Sivasankaran's tenure while overlooking the Department of Telecom's recommendations.


FARRAH FAWCETT said goodbye to her jailed son REDMOND during two emotional phone calls shortly before her death.

Fawcett said goodbye to son over the phone


For the first time ever, H Lundbeck A/S has established its own research centre in China, getting much better access to capitalising on the many research opportunities offered there.

Lundbeck establishes research centre in China


In what seems a frightening scenario, a 23 year old man spewed blood and died after an alleged caffeine overdose.

23 year old man dies of caffeine overdose


The Independent is pleased to announce that, from 2012, it will be the headline sponsor of the Bath Literature Festival, which will run next year from 2-11 March.

'The Independent' sponsors the Bath Literature Festival


Matteo Manassero pulled out of this week's Andalucia Masters at Valderrama with doubts still hanging over the Italian's ability to play in the HBSC World Championship in Shanghai.

Matteo Manassero pulls out of Andalucia Masters


Chief Executive of Zain, Saad Al Barrak reportedly said that Zain is in talks with three major telecoms companies to sell all or part f its African business operations, including one from India.

Zain to sell all or part of its African operations


London, Feb 24 Victoria Beckham reportedly switched flights to avoid her former nemesis, glamour model Katie Price.

Victoria Beckham switches flights to avoid Katie Price?


Superstar Angelina Jolie will play Marilyn Monroe opposite George Clooney, who will star as Frank Sinatra in a new film.

Angelina Jolie to play Marilyn Monroe opposite George Clooney


Sunoco, Inc. said today that it will release earnings for the second quarter of 2008 on Wednesday evening, August 6, 2008.


European stocks end mixed on US data Updated: 06:55, Friday April 19, 2013 European stocks have ended flat or down, with disappointing US data erasing gains made on hints from a European Central Bank council member about a possible eurozone interest rate cut.


Sasha Vujacic is playing with a bone bruise in his shooting hand, after colliding with Amare Stoudemire on Friday.

Vujacic playing with bone bruise in hand


PepsiCo Inc said on Friday that it opened a new 'green' drink plant in China and plans to build five more plants in China over the next two years as part of a $1 billion investment in the world's most populous country.

Pepsico opens 'green' drink plant in China


Hu Jintao, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Chinese president, delivers a keynote report during the opening ceremony of the 18th CPC National Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 8, 2012.

Hu Jintao delivers report to 18th CPC National Congress


The body of an Alachua County man ejected from his car into water was found Thursday morning.


GENERAL Electric has agreed to buy molecular diagnostic company Clarient for $580m as it looks to accelerate the development of integrated tools for cancer diagnosis and characterisation.


A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued by the National Weather Service.


The US Department of Homeland Security has said that the federal oversight and regulation of CNMI foreign investors should help reduce abuse by foreign investors in the CNMI.

'Federal oversight to reduce abuse by foreign investors'


Publicis Groupe SA, a France-based communications group engaged in advertising, media consultancy and marketing, has acquired the remaining stake of Leo Burnett / W&K Beijing Advertising Co., Ltd., China-based advertising agency.

Publicis Groupe acquires remaining stake in Leo Burnett / W&K Beijing advertising


Filipino workers increased their trust and confidence in their employers, an attitude that will enhance productivity particularly during economic downturns, a survey undertaken by a US global consulting company said.

Filipino workers increase trust, confidence in employers


John Daly is offering him advice on handling his personal troubles.


Construction is beginning on the Borgess ambulatory care facility in Battle Creek, Borgess Health announced Monday.

Construction begins on Borgess ambulatory care facility in Battle Creek


Venezuelan state oil company PDVSA will open a sports office to train athletes after a lackluster Olympic performance, President Hugo Chavez said on Sunday, expanding PDVSA social efforts that already range from food sales to road repairs.

Venezuela oil company PDVSA to open sports office


President Barack Obama defended Tuesday his economic policy in a speech noting that the US middle class is facing ``a make or break moment''.

US middle class faces make or break moment:


American Idol host Ryan Seacrest is reportedly in talks about launching a new cable network.

Ryan Seacrest in talks about launching new cable network


AN ESCAPED baboon was on the loose for two hours before it was shot dead near News International's printing plant on the East Lancs Road, the Star has learned.

Baboon was on the loose for two hours before being shot dead


THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP, Owen Humphreys/PA, File The Associated Press Sep 28, 2011 10:30:00 AM Sunderland defender Titus Bramble has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and drug possession.

Sunderland defender Titus Bramble arrested on suspicion of sexual assault, drug possession


Two top US lawmakers are asking President Barack Obama to posthumously pardon boxing great Jack Johnson.

Top US lawmakers ask for pardon for boxer Jack Johnson


Shares of regional banks mostly fell with the broader market Tuesday afternoon as concerns about the battered sector lingered.


Profit warnings among the mid-caps helped drag shares lower in a downcast start to the week's trading.


Former US president Jimmy Carter was visiting the Hamas-run Gaza Strip on Tuesday, after urging Israel to lift a blockade on the Palestinian enclave and stop treating its residents like ``savages.''

Former us president Carter visits Gaza Strip


The Ontario government has reached a tentative two-year collective agreement with the Ontario Public Service Employees Union.

Ontario and opseu reach tentative agreement


Asian stocks started the week on a positive note as some banks and chipmakers gained ground, although the stronger yen weighed on Japanese exporters, the FT reports.


If you borrow money, sooner or later you have to pay it back.


A 33-YEAR-OLD man has pleaded guilty to murder five years after the killing took place.


The Oregon attorney general's office says a Medford-area developer and mortgage broker has been convicted in a real estate scheme that cost investors more than $800,000.

Developer convicted in real estate scheme


Silvio Berlusconi was cleared by a court in Milan yesterday in a tax fraud and embezzlement case involving his Mediaset media company.


Noticeable upgrades have been made at the local dog pound as a new roof has been added over the outside cages, made possible through funds from the Capitol Improvement Sales Tax.


Zale Corp. said it needed to make about $13 million in pretax accounting adjustments to previously reported results and delayed its fourth-quarter report to investors until Sept. 9.


AN Essex bin man made an unusual collection during his rounds when he found a tortoise in a bag of rubbish.


Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin warned that any attempt to destabilize Russia would be firmly dealt with as the country marked its national day Saturday honouring the security services.

Putin warns against any attempt to destabilize Russia


WATER RESTRICTIONS ARE set to continue into the new year across Ireland, local authorities have warned.


A woman is accused of drink driving with a child in her car in Hastings.

Woman accused of drink driving with child in car


Debt-laden electric power company AES Eastern Energy LP filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with a plan to sell its two upstate New York coal-fired power plants.


TEHRAN -Iranian Parliament Speaker Saturday cautioned the United States against harsh tone on Iran.

Parliament Speaker cautions US against harsh tone on Iran


Hollywood heartthrob Josh Hartnett has sparked rumours of a new romance with model-turned-actress Katharina Damm.


C Rangarajan, Chairman of Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council said that big bang reforms of the type of early 1990s will not happen again.

Big bang reforms of early 1990s will not happen again:


Indianapolis - A family of eight escaped a house fire late Saturday morning at 3101 North Olney Street on the city's east side.


When Allen Iverson was playing in Turkey last season, there was a report that he did it for the $2 million because he was broke.


China has successfully developed its largest rocket propellant tank , which will be used to contain hydrogen fuel for the country ' s Long March- 5 carrier rocket , the tank ' s developer said Wednesday .

China develops largest rocket propellant tank


Metso Minerals are pleased to announce they have developed a fully recyclable modular screening media;

Metso Minerals develops fully recyclable modular screening media


ManCapital, one of the leading micro finance institutions operating in the country is poised to provide first class service to its customers.

ManCapital poised to provide first class service


Technical Analyst, Sudarshan Sukhani is of the view that Petronet LNG is looking good for investment.


A MAN was robbed by five newly graduated initiates in a township near Butterworth in Eastern Cape on Saturday, police said.


With one week left in a raging fight for the presidency, Republican John McCain is running out of time and options.


Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc said on Monday that it would buy peer BJ Services Co for $5.5 billion in a move to take on sector giants Halliburton Co and Schlumberger Ltd.

Baker Hughes to buy BJ Services for $5.5 billion


CBS will start a new daytime talk show developed by Sara Gilbert, who will co-host with five other women, replacing ``As the World Turns.''

CBS to start daytime talk show to replace 'As the World Turns'


Network Health, a Massachusetts health plan that provides high-quality health care coverage to more than 160,000 Massachusetts residents with low and moderate incomes, has named Kelliher Samets Volk/Boston as its advertising agency of record.

Network Health names Kelliher Samets Volk/Boston as advertising agency of record


A federal grand jury for the first time has been seated in Evansville.


For the second time in three years, a Thai couple has set a new record for the longest kiss, locking their lips for 58 hours, 35 minutes and 58 seconds in a Valentine's Day kissathon.

Thai couple sets record for longest kiss


In the Central Division, water levels continue to rise in the Navua River.


Our hospitality volunteers stand ready at our hospital entrance to get wheelchairs, help patients into and around the hospital and chat with them in the comfort of the lobby as their ``drivers'' park their cars.

Volunteers ready to help out at hospital


Construction of 222 wind farms is being delayed as the Government struggles to approve the new innovations.


Philadelphian pop punk kings The Wonder Years have announced that they have entered the studio to begin recording their third full length.


The US aerospace group Lockheed Martin has revealed that it had to fight off a ``significant and tenacious'' cyber attack on its systems last week.


NEW YORK - Boyd Gaming Corp. made an offer to buy casino competitor Station Casinos Inc. out of bankruptcy protection as it looks to take a bigger slice of the action among Las Vegas locals.

Boyd Gaming makes offer for Station Casinos


Charlie Sheen is reportedly to avoid police charges for his alleged drug use.


Batsman Kevin Pietersen claims he is at the ''end of his tether'' and cannot wait to return home from England's disappointing tour of the West Indies.

Pietersen: 'I'm at the end of my tether'


Peel Regional Police alleged a man operating under the online business of Super Asia Travel Inc. sold bogus airline tickets to victims.


Family members and friends said goodbye Sunday to the late Terry Lynn ``Sam'' Chiodo, the Portsmouth woman who died Wednesday, Feb. 27, after being fatally stabbed on a RIPTA bus.

Family, friends say goodbye to the late Terry Chiodo


SENATOR Steve Fielding wants to debate the cause of global warming with government scientists before voting on climate change legislation.

Steve Fielding wants to debate cause of global warming


Swansea City striker Jamie Proctor has joined League One side Crawley Town for an undisclosed fee.

Swansea City striker Jamie Proctor has joined Crawley Town


NEW YORK Strong US jobs and housing data are pushing the dollar higher against the euro.

US jobs, housing data push dollar higher vs euro


A PREGNANT woman beaten up by her boyfriend looked like she had been in a car crash after the attack, a court has heard.


``Great Train Robber'' Ronnie Biggs will be released from prison on compassionate grounds due to ill health, Justice Secretary Jack Straw said on Thursday, after serving 10 years of a 30-year sentence.

``Great Train Robber'' Ronnie Biggs to be released


The Fordham community is mourning the loss of men's basketball Hall of Famer Bill McCadney who passed away last week in Puerto Rico at the age of 74.

Fordham mourns loss of men's basketball Hall of Famer Bill McCadney


A Czech tourist briefly trapped beneath falling ice at Fox Glacier on the West Coast has been released from hospital.


A Wunderlich research analyst has adjusted Alliant Energy's price target from a former target of $40 dollars to $45 dollars.

Wunderlich adjusts Alliant Energy price target to $45


PerkinElmer Inc. is expanding in India, opening a new lab facility to increase its ob/gyn and neo-natal screening capabilities on the sub-continent.


Thousands of people last night flocked to the biggest flower festival yet held in the capital city.


Metro held a non-violence rally in honor of a former Olympic boxer shot and killed in the Valley last week.


Turkey braced for another influx of Syrian refugees today... one day after Syrian troops backed by helicopters and tanks launched a military operation to take control of the northwestern town of Jisr al-Shughour.

Turkey braces for another influx of Syrian refugees


Bank of America Corp, posted its first quarterly loss in 17 years Friday and slashed its dividend, hours after winning a multibillion-dollar lifeline from the US government to help absorb Merrill Lynch, which lost a record $15.31 billion in the quarter.


The worlds deforestation rate has accelerated to 6.4 million hectares a year, the UN said on Wednesday in its most comprehensive survey yet, but Asia showed net gains due to extensive planting in China.


BAA has announced this week that it is relaxing its hand baggage restrictions for passengers.


British actor Christian Bale has revealed that extreme dieting for his role in The Machinist made him more calm than ever.

Extreme dieting made Christian Bale calm


Toni Gardemeister has called on his Suzuki team to find more speed from the SX4 WRC after the car was off the pace at today's Tour de Corse shakedown stage.


Justice Minister Ibrahim Najjar and US Ambassador Michele Sison inaugurated a model court in an effort to buttress the independence of the judiciary and offer justice to the people.


In an appearance on CNBC today, Mayor Bloomberg said congestion pricing could make an unwelcome return this spring as the MTA tries to shore up its funding crisis.

Congestion pricing may make an unwelcome return


A WOMAN is missing in the Territory outback near a major airport after hitting a kangaroo overnight.


Celebrity chef Chris Cosentino has been named the Shun brand ambassador and spokesperson for the Kai USA division of Shun cutlery.

Cosentino named Shun's brand ambassador, spokesperson


The Rialto police chief plans to meet with residents during a casual monthly event called ``Coffee with the Chief.''

Rialto police chief to meet with residents


Mylan Inc. today announced that it plans to build a new corporate headquarters near its current location in the Southpointe Office Park located in Cecil Township, Washington County, Pa., just south of Pittsburgh.

Mylan to build new corporate headquarters


Florida Death Metal kings CANNIBAL CORPSE have posted the first studio update from their work at Mana Studios, St. Petersburg, Florida.

Cannibal CORPSE post first studio update


AEG, one of the world's leading entertainment and sports presenters, is launching axs, a new entertainment platform that will leverage AEG's facilities and music, sports, and entertainment properties in an effort to redefine the live event consumer experience -- from access to ticketing to digital engagement and multi-platform content distribution.


Crimean Prime Minister Anatoliy Mohyliov has said he is not planning to run for an MP during parliamentary elections in Ukraine later this autumn.He announced this at a press conference in Simferopol on Tuesday.

Anatoliy Mohyliov not planning to run for an MP


Nadia Petrova of Russia won the women's tennis Qatar Airways Tournament of Champions here on Sunday after beating former world's number one Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark 6-2, 6-1.

Nadia Petrova wins WTA Tournament of Champions


The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin is getting a new addition, an arboretum.

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center gets new addition


Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard asked for $18 million in salary arbitration Tuesday, the third-highest figure submitted since the process began in 1974.

Phillies slugger Ryan Howard asks for $18 million in salary arbitration


This morning Pope Benedict XVI slammed then canonized Penn State defensive coach Jerry Sandusky.

Pope Benedict XVI slams then canonizes Jerry Sandusky


A strong storm system for April is anticipated to impact the area tonight and Friday, according to a special weather statement and wind advisory issued Thursday afternoon by NOAA's National Weather Service.


Google has officially changed it's name to Topeka.


SA is expected to grow at 3.4% in 2012 from 3.1% in 2011 due to strong consumer demand‚ Saijil Singh‚ the lead analyst of international credit insurer Coface said in the latest quarterly report.


The Highway 34 resurfacing project from Park Rapids to Akeley is near completion, and crews plan to remove the detour on Sept. 1.

Highway 34 project from Park Rapids to Akeley nears completion


The Prince of Wales called for bridges to be built between faiths as he addressed members of a centre for Islamic studies at a special dinner.

Prince of Wales calls for 'bridges' to be built between faiths


Two Christian men were killed in an attack on a Pakistan church on Monday night.

Two Christians killed in attack on Pakistani church


Police have identified 46-year-old Andrew Rifkin of Northbrook as the man found dead in a car parked in Northbrook July 19.


No One Killed Jessica is a movie based on the true events of a murder case where a model Jessica Lall was murdered at a night club in Delhi back in 1999 and Director Rajkumar Gupta did an excellent job reliving those experiences in people's minds through his movie.


The Morehead State football Eagles wrapped up spring workouts with the annual spring game on Saturday, April, 25.

Football Eagles wrap up spring workouts with annual spring game


New submitter maeltor writes ``Reports poured in this morning that Microsoft's security products, namely Microsoft Security Essentials and Forefront Client Security, were flagging Google Chrome as a virus and removing the browser if users chose to clean and reboot their machines.

Microsoft Security products flag Google Chrome as a virus


BC-Wall Street, 13th Ld,0156 Stocks slump after rise in unemployment rate Eds:


URS Corporation will host a conference call on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 11:00 am, to discuss its 2008 first quarter results.

Urs Corporation to host conference call to discuss 2008 first quarter results


Sony Corp CEO Sir Howard Stringer ousted Dr Ryoji Chubachi as president and took control of the main electronics business as the electronics giant faces major losses.

Sony's CEO Stringer ousts president Chubachi


He'll host a town hall meeting Tuesday on the state of the economy in Cobb County, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich's old stomping grounds.


State-run Petronet LNG Ltd has cut gas supplies from its Dahej LNG terminal in Gujarat following a technical snag at one of its pumps, resulting in cut in fuel supplies to units including Dabhol power plant.

Petronet LNG cuts gas supply due to technical snag


South African hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle and winger Bjorn Basson have been suspended and sent home after the two players failed a drugs test following the Springboks 21-23 victory over Ireland on Saturday 6 November.

South africans Chiliboy Ralepelle and Bjorn Basson are suspended for failing drugs test


Actor Martin Sheen visited Grove City on Thursday to campaign for an end to hunger in central Ohio.

Actor Martin Sheen campaigns to end hunger in central Ohio


Andorra will be open for the ski season from this weekend, with initial snow fall looking good.


A professional Kidderminster gambler is facing extradition after allegedly killing his wife then dumping her body in a US national park and spending her money during a weekend in Las Vegas.


Police in Taupo are warning boaties to be prepared when the head out on the water.


Kent State rings in the new year with games at Hampton on Saturday and at Temple on Monday.

Kent State rings in the new year at Hampton on Saturday


Newly declassified recordings have revealed that Adolf Eichmann, one of the chief organizers of the Holocaust in Germany, regretted not killing more Jews during the second world war.

Holocaust organizer Eichmann regretted not killing more Jews


US automotive concern Ford Motor Company reported Thursday that it lost 8.7 billion dollars in the second quarter of 2008 amid writedowns in the value of its assets and announced it would speed up its move toward more fuel-efficient vehicles.

Ford Motor co loses 8.7 billion dollars in second quarter


The Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office says a deputy who made a traffic stop wound up finding 162 pounds of marijuana in the vehicle.

Deputy makes stop, finds 162 pounds marijuana


The Hills are alive on MTV once again while Christian Slater returns to TV in The Forgetten.


A woman was arrested in Cape Coral early this morning on an out-of-state fugitive warrant.

Woman arrested in Cape Coral on fugitive warrant


Further international financial turmoil following the collapse of US investment bank Lehman Brothers will slow domestic growth in Australia, Treasurer Wayne Swan says.


The palm oil industry needs to increase yield sustainably through research and innovation, says Sime Darby Plantation Sdn Bhd Managing Director, Datuk Azhar Abdul Hamid.

Palm oil industry needs to increase yield through research and innovation


The Uttar Pradesh government will continue to set up parks and memorials in the names of Dalit icons despite the criticism by political opponents of the ruling Bahujan Samaj Party, chief minister Mayawati suggested on Wednesday.


An animal keeper has died after being bitten by a tiger at the Shanghai Zoo.

Animal keeper dies after being bitten by tiger


PLAINCLOTHES cops have been ordered to conceal their weapons in public by Commissioner of Police Owen Ellington.

Plainclothes cops ordered to conceal weapons


Patricia Arquette has filed for divorce from her husband of more than two years, actor Thomas Jane, Los Angeles court papers filed Monday reveal.


Foreign Secretary David Miliband speaking at the Global Tamil Forum Conference in London a short while ago heavily criticized the LTTE for the violence it created and for its use of child soldiers.


STOKE City's sister club Austin Aztex claimed family bragging rights as Gareth Evans's header gave them a 1-0 win over the Potters at Nantwich Town last night.


Damask demands full return of the Golan Heights, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Syria Valid al-Mualim underlined again in his interview to London-based Ash-Shark al-Ausat newspaper in Arabic.

Damask demands full return of Golan Heights:


A new version of cruise missile BrahMos has hit the target during its test firing in Pokhran in Rajasthan, DRDO officials said on Wednesday.

New version of cruise missile BrahMos test fired in Pokhran


The Australian trade deficit shrank more than expected during February, according to the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.


A JETSTAR Asia plane partially slid off a runway in Cambodia as it came in to land in wet weather, damaging two tyres.


Bahrain released two former Shiite lawmakers, who were arrested in May for participating in ``illegal protests, spreading false news and inciting hatred,'' pending their trial, the official news agency BNA reported on Sunday.

Bahrain releases two former Shiite lawmakers


A body found near the San Jacinto River in an isolated section of northeast Harris County triggered an investigation Friday by sheriff's detectives.


Vampire Diaries star Candice Accola just announced via Instagram that she is engaged to her boyfriend Joseph King.

Vampire Diaries star Candice Accola is engaged--


A peanut butter recall that began this past weekend has been expanded to include 76 varieties of peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, tahini and roasted blanched peanut products made by Sunland, Inc., Portales, NM According to the company, products made between May 1 and Sept. 24 may be contaminated with Salmonella.


Team Anna has given a two-page undertaking to police on its protest fast in Ramlila Maidan, saying they would abide by existing rules and regulations and the crowd will not exceed the capacity of the ground, which is around 25,000 people.


The Ravens and third-round draft pick Bernard Pierce agreed to terms Thursday morning, a league source confirmed, leaving second-round draft pick Courtney Upshaw and sixth-round draft pick Tommy Streeter as the team's only unsigned 2012 draft picks.


Sugar rose in London and New York to the highest price in a week as a weaker dollar boosted the appeal of the commodity.

Sugar rises to highest in a week as weaker dollar boosts appeal


Australia has banned its athletes at the London Games from taking strong sedatives after former Olympic champion swimmer Grant Hackett said he had become reliant on the drug Stilnox.

Australia bans athletes from taking strong sedatives


Sec. of State John Kerry told students in Berlin that in America, ``you have a right to be stupid.


The Washington Nationals have shut down starting pitcher Steven Strasburg for the rest of the season.

Nationals shut down pitcher Stephen Strasburg


Experts say Rihanna is suffering from narcissistic personality disorder while friends insist she is ``'feeling lost''.

Rihanna suffering from narcissistic personality disorder?


Societe Generale was fined around 1.6 million pounds by the UK Financial Services Authority for failing to provide accurate transaction reports to the regulator.

Societe Generale fined 1.6 million pounds by UK Financial Services Authority


In order to meet the requirements of clients more effectively, leading full-service marketing agency Rauxa Direct recently unveiled its new brand identity, website and blog to showcase its already expanded portfolio of services.

Rauxa unveils new brand identity, website and blog


Several Paris residents and other citizen diplomats from across the nation recently traveled to Washington, DC, to attend the National Council for International Visitors annual meeting.

Paris citizen diplomats travel to Washington, DC


Oscar winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow has posed in nothing but a bedsheet for a lingerie shoot to promote the DVD release of her movie 'Iron Man'.


A 25-year-old Sugar Run man will be tried in criminal court for the fatal shooting of a Pittston man outside the Lake Carey Inn in September.

Sugar Run man to be tried for fatal shooting


Evacuees arrived in Nashville by air Saturday night at Berry Field on Donelson.

Evacuees arrive in Nashville Saturday night


Earlier today, the Houston Astros called up the right-handed pitcher Jose Cisnero.


The watershed had more than 50 per cent more rain than usual in October, recovering from dry conditions during the summer.


Iranian security forces have arrested the alleged assassins of thee nuclear scientists, an official state news agency reported.

Iran arrests alleged assassins of nuclear scientists


Several Missouri Republicans have confirmed interest in succeeding US Rep. Jo Ann Emerson after her planned retirement.


Certainly, Florida and Michigan alone can't save Clinton now.


Blondie have announced that they will release a new album this fall.


Veteran ABC newswoman Barbara Walters, shown here in a 2012 photo, fell at a presidential inauguration party in Washington and has been hospitalized for chicken pox.

Barbara Walters hospitalized with chicken pox


A first of its kind study compared US and European children and found that US children take much more drugs than their European peers do.

US children take more drugs than europeans


The US economy, which limped ahead at a 1.9 per cent growth pace in the first quarter, is still struggling to regain momentum, economic data suggests.


More than 1 700 South African teachers are unqualified to teach at secondary schools, says Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga.


A new computer worm called ``conficker'' or ``downadup'' is making its way through cyberspace and is affecting millions of computers.

A new computer worm makes its way through cyberspace


Fox News has suspended Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum as contributors to the network because they ``have signaled possible runs for the Presidency.''

Fox News suspends Newt Gingrich, Rick Santorum as contributors


One of the most frequently asked questions for a financial advisor is ``How much money do I need to be able to retire?''

How much money do you need to retire? --


The Jacksonville Jaguars signed fourth-year defensive tackle Montavious Stanley to a contract, the club announced today.

Jaguars sign defensive tackle Montavious Stanley


Alligator Alley will be open during the day even though a brush fire in the Everglades continues to burn.

Alligator Alley to open during day with brush fire


Coach of a Romanian first league Razvan Lucescu is favorite to take the national football coach seat, a high official of Romania's Football Federation said here on Tuesday.

Razvan Lucescu favorite to take national football coach seat


Charges havebeen dropped against a babysitter in the death of a 9-month-old boy earlier this year.


A memorial service will be held later today in Mississippi for the 11 victims of the Gulf oil rig explosion.

Memorial service held for 11 victims of the Gulf oil rig explosion


AC Milan secured third spot and a place in the Champions League after coming from behind to win 2-1 at Siena on Sunday in the final Serie A round of the season.

Ac Milan secures spot in Champions League:


Britain will increase its military contingent in Afghanistan, Prime Minister Gordon Brown announced on Monday.

Great Britain will increase its military contingent in Afghanistan


Australian pop princess Kylie Minogue is celebrating 25 years in showbusiness by re-recording some of her old hits.

Kylie celebrates 25 years in showbusiness


But six other House races remained in limbo Friday, meaning some incumbent Democrats will be on hand for the lame-duck session next week unsure about whether they will return in January for the 112th Congress.


But St Kilda goalsneak Adam Schneider says the fact the Saints forwards are happy to share the load to avoid relying on one source of scoring has helped establish the club's excellent start to the season.


A Las Animas man was arrested by Lamar police for selling prescription pills.

Las Animas man arrested for selling pills


Phil Mickelson continued to struggle at the British open posting a 1-over Par 73 Thursday in Round-1.


A 28-year-old Parry Sound man was charged with sexual assault after a woman was assaulted in a Parry Sound park, police said.

Parry Sound man charged with sexual assault


Barry Melrose and Matthew Barnaby discuss Chris Pronger's injury and debate whether or not visors should be mandatory.


The Marshall 12-and-under fastpitch softball team swept MACCRAY Thursday night in Marshall with wins of 5-1 and 10-4.


Koenig Solutions, World's #1 offshore IT Training and Certification company, now offers training for Data Integration and ETL with Oracle Warehouse Builder course.

Koenig now offers training for data Integration and ETL with Oracle Warehouse Builder


Government Ministers and senior officials could be quizzed in a $137m embezzlement probe at Angola's central bank, according to the public prosecutor.

Ministers could be quizzed in $137m embezzlement probe


A truly bitter battle between the Northern and Southern Hemisphere rugby nations ended with a close 1 point win to the North and an overall draw in the Challenge Cup series, meaning that the North retains the Challenge Cup for 2010.


The Japanese based automaker Subaru has recently announced that the 2012 WRX STI has been launched in Malaysia, where the model has a starting price of RM249,000 on the road.

2012 Subaru WRX STI launched in Malaysia -- starts at RM249,000


American Idol alumnae Tamyra Gray is expecting her first child!

American Idol alum Tamyra Gray expecting!


State corrections officials say an autopsy on an inmate found dead at the Eyman state prison complex in Florence last month shows he died of an accidental heroin overdose.

Inmate in Florence died from heroin overdose


JP Morgan is to split the cost of the UK bonus tax between the bank's shareholders and its employees.


Latvian new interior minister, Zatlers Reform Party board member Rihards Kozlovskis has major business liabilities, TV3 show ``Neka personiga'' reported yesterday evening.

Latvian new interior minister has major business liabilities


Police are investigating a serious sexual assault on a 54-year-old woman at a house in west Belfast.


EventNow reports Brangelina attending yacht Olympic party that will be taking place today and how could you not be excited when you have the most famous and handsome couple, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie attending.


By Harry Wallop, Consumer Affairs Editor 7:00AM GMT 08 Mar 2011 Despite a generation enjoying unparalleled advances in technology, the average mother has just 26 minutes to herself each day, the report suggested.

Mothers have just 26 minutes to themselves each day


Porsche has announced that the 2011 Panamera will get a new brake energy recuperation system featured as standard, together with optional 19-inch all-season tires.

Porsche Panamera gets new brake energy recuperation system


Both gold and silver prices spurted on brisk buying by stockists and jewellery makers for the ongoing marriage season amid firm global cues.


Two rapes were reported to the Hoboken Police Department on the day of the Hoboken St. Patrick's Day parade, according to the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office.


Mitt Romney, already under intense scrutiny for his leadership at venture capital group Bain, inadvertently gave his rivals new material Monday when he stated that he likes, ``being able to fire people.''

Romney likes 'being able to fire people'


A police chase that started in a Wal-Mart parking lot ended with two arrests early Thursday morning.

Police chase starts in Wal-Mart parking lot, ends with two arrests


Movie tickets would cost 10 cents more under a proposal by two Colorado Republicans to raise incentive money for film productions.


NATO peacekeepers moved to stabilise the escalating crisis in northern Kosovo, seizing two border crossings with Serbia that are in the centre of a trade ban dispute.


Pubs and clubs in Daventry and South Northants were using shatter-proof polycarbonate glasses after Tam Dunn, licensing officer for Northamptonshire Police, was able to buy about 10,000 with help from the Daventry District and South Northamptonshire Safer Stronger Partnership.

Pubs and clubs in Daventry use polycarbonate glasses


Wentworth Resources Limited, an oil and gas company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, announces a natural gas discovery at the Lagosta prospect, offshore Mozambique.

Wentworth Resources announces a natural gas discovery at the Lagosta prospect, offshore Mozambique


People have always been fascinated by the dark side of things,`` says actor Douglas Sills, one of the stars of The Addams Family, which opens tonight at the Arsht Center.

The Addams family opens tonight at Arsht Center


A MAN has died after being punched outside a pub on the NSW north coast.

Man dies after being punched outside pub


The News Leader in Staunton is shutting down its press and outsourcing printing operations to another newspaper.

News Leader in Staunton to shut down press


A tremor measuring 3.1 on the Richter scale was felt on Thursday in the central Cuban province of Ciego de Avila, reported the Prensa Latina news agency.


In an historic vote, the Senate has confirmed the first Hispanic US Supreme Court justice.

Senate confirms first Hispanic Supreme court justice


Oil rose above $67 a barrel on Tuesday, with support coming from the dollar's fall in response to US data showing weak consumer confidence.


Andre Bauer is only doing his duty as an elected representative is expected to do after taking the oath of office.


New York City Center will offer four FREE dance lessons to the public before performances of its Fall for Dance Festival, including lessons in Tap, Ballet for Kids, Hula and Hip Hop, all taking place in the Festival Lounge, City Center, 55th Street between 6th & 7th Avenues.

New York City Center offers FREE dance lessons


An Altamonte Springs police officer and his wife have been arrested on federal drug and weapons charges.


A US Marine suspected of murdering a pregnant fellow soldier has been arrested in Mexico after three months on the run, the US ambassador to Mexico said.

US Marine suspected of murder arrested in Mexico: ambassador


The Arizona Senate will add three more committees under a post election reorganization by majority Republicans.


Horny chef Gino D'Acampo is the favourite to win I'm A Celebrity final after Justin Ryan was booted out last night.


A second GM build of iOS 4.2 for iPad was released this afternoon to specifically addresses the WiFi issues the first version had.

Second GM build of iOS 4.2 for iPad released


The silver carp -- the notorious leaping fish that has menaced boaters -- has been found in the Mississippi River near La Crosse, the first known sighting of the species in Wisconsin or Minnesota waters.

This silver carp was found in the Mississippi river near La Crosse.


SAMANTHA Stosur's average start to the year has seen her drop one place to be No.5 in the latest WTA rankings.


PENSIONERS and the unemployed will be hit by bin charges in the capital in the New Year.


Several new and re-elected Dawson County officials took the oath of office during a ceremony last month.

Dawson Co. officials take oath of office


``I have not signed up with anyone. I don't have a timeline. I have to get that sorted out. People are doing this in the background. Lot of stories are written about it, lot of speculations... Don't get distracted by this rubbish. I am 100 per cent focused on the World Championship,'' said the 27-year-old McLaren driver here.


Another Armenian, George Topalakian, is shot to dead in Aleppo, Armenian MFA Spokesperson Tigran Balayan told Armenian News-NEWS.am.


Billionaire investor Carl Icahn said Barack Obama would be a ``terrible'' US president whose election would bring higher interest rates and a loss of international confidence in the dollar.

Icahn says Obama would be `terrible' US president


A judge has found Lindsay Lohan in violation of probation in a 2007 drug case.

Judge finds Lohan in violation of probation


Liverpool FC manager Kenny Dalglish has stood by his very public criticism of the players, insisting there can be no hiding place from failure.

Liverpool FC manager Kenny Dalglish stands by criticism of players


Packet Design, a pioneer in route analytics technology for managing large IP networks, has signed Alunan Persada Sdn Bhd to resell its products in Malaysia.


Import cargo at the top North American container ports will grow 25 percent in the first half of 2010 compared to the same period last year, demonstrating that a sustained trade recovery is under way, according to the Global Port Tracker.


A Chicago lottery winner was killed by cyanide poisoning one day after his $425,000 winnings were issued.

Lottery winner killed by cyanide poisoning


This year's race features Republican Governor John Hoeven running again for a third term, with Democratic candidate Tim Mathern and Independent candidate DuWayne Hendrickson challenging the incumbent.


Blue badges issued to disabled drivers are being sold for £5,000 each on the popular Internet auction site eBay.

Blue badges issued to disabled drivers are being sold for £5,000 on eBay


A Sandy Springs police officer has resigned after being accused of making sexual advances to a woman during a traffic stop.

Sandy Springs police officer accused of making sexual advances


XYDO announced the launch of ContentMarketing.org, a new website that offers a one-stop online resource featuring a wealth of postings from its staff of experts, as well as content contributed by a wide range of digital marketing, advertising and sales professionals.


Wells Fargo & Co divested its entire 12.44 percent stake in Campbell Soup Co, according to a regulatory filing Tuesday.

Wells Fargo divests stake in Campbell Soup


Crystal Palace earned promotion to the Premier League in dramatic fashion on Monday as Kevin Phillips' penalty strike in extra time lifted the club to a 1-0 win over Watford in the Championship playoff final at Wembley Stadium.

Crystal Palace earns promotion to Premier League


I don't like bitching, but if Bruce Cohen in his blog, A nightmare called Nedbank, thinks his banking issues were hell -- and they were -- try China.


ALMOST 70 North-East firms have taken their first ``steppe'' into Russia at an exporting seminar.


Graffiti vandals struck homes in the Buckingham neighborhood last night, ``tagging'' fences and garages with black spraypaint.

Graffiti vandals strike Buckingham neighborhood


Micromem Technologies Inc. (the ``Company'') (OTC BB: MMTIF, CNSX: MRM), through its wholly owned subsidiary Micromem Applied Sensor Technologies Inc., releases Speed Control Circuit Stage one test results.

Micromem releases speed control circuit stage one test


The first comprehensive list of Jews who were living in Germany when the Nazis came to power was given to a US museum, providing a detailed picture of the population before the Holocaust.

List of Jews in nazi Germany given to US museum


A woman was charged with disorderly conduct Tuesday after she allegedly exposed herself at a CVS Pharmacy in Fairfield, police say.

Woman charged with exposing herself in Fairfield


Indian wrestlers won 19 medals, including five gold, in the Asian Cadet Championships held at Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan.

Indian wrestlers win 19 medals in Asian Cadet


The Washington Post is axing its national weekly edition, a publication featuring a selection from the daily newspaper whose circulation has dropped from 150,000 a decade ago to just 20,000 today.

Washington Post axes national weekly edition


Your Hydro rates are expected to jump by 14% over the next two years.


Nortel Networks CEO Mike Zafirovski is stepping down from the troubled telecommunications company, saying ``a natural transition point'' has been reached as the company continues to liquidate.

Nortel Networks CEO Zafirovski steps down


A wrongfully convicted man who spent nearly 24 years in prison says he's been spending his newfound freedom ``learning the world all over again just like a baby.''

Man says he's spending freedom learning the world


Rubin, who played nosetackle last year, is thriving in the Browns new 4-3 defense under first-year head coach Pat Shurmur.


A Glen Hazel teen was critically wounded in a shooting Sunday night on Johnston Avenue.

Glen Hazel teen critically wounded in shooting


A second live mongoose has been captured on Kauai, an island once thought to be mongoose free.


KenGen is upbeat on meeting the country's power needs by 2011 following the launch of the second phase of the Sondu Miriu hydroelectric power project.

KenGen upbeat on meeting country's power needs


From 11 am to 9 pm on that date, Lakewood Ranch will celebrate its 15th anniversary with a party at the Sarasota Polo Club -- which is located, of course, in Lakewood Ranch.

Lakewood Ranch to celebrate 15th anniversary


In order to keep pace with the advances witnessed in the technological field, Sanskrit also needs to be saved, opined Justice MN Venkatachallaiah, former Chief Justice of India.


A new survey has revealed that Google's Android is now the most popular smartphone platform in the US.

Google Android is most popular mobile OS. in the US


Putnam Investments, a Boston money management firm, said that it has launched two new funds that ``collectively invest across the full spectrum of securities of leveraged companies, including stocks, bonds, bank loans, and convertible securities.


Steve Carell has confirmed that he plans to leave ``The Office'' after the 2011 season.

Steve Carell confirms he's leaving 'the Office'


Hamas has threatened to step up demands in a proposed prisoner swap with Israel, accusing Israel of breaking a promise to free Palestinian prisoners.

Hamas threatens to step up demands on prisoner swap


Singer Michelle Williams said she feels she is 'too skinny' now after losing weight on Strictly Come Dancing.

Michelle Williams feels `too skinny` after Strictly Come dancing


West Virginia will play Florida State in the Gator Bowl on Jan. 1, 2010 in Jacksonville, Fla.

West Virginia will play Florida State in Gator Bowl


Since the start of the Great Recession, childhood poverty rates have increased for children in both Tennessee and Virginia, according to a new report released Monday.

Childhood poverty rates increase in Tenn., va.


A Bigfork bar manager is accused of violating the conditions of the six-month suspended sentence she received for allowing alcohol to be served after hours to a man who died in a head-on crash with a Montana Highway Patrol trooper.

Bigfork bar manager accused of violating suspended sentence


Live Sport Reports New deal for Hangeland The 31-year-old's new deal includes an option for a further year, which if exercised would see the Norway international remain at the London club until the end of the 2015/16 campaign.

Live Sport Reports new deal for Hangeland


All three state universities are proposing tuition surcharges to help make up for cuts in their state funding.

State universities propose tuition surcharges


The New York Yankees and New York Cares will team up on Wednesday, Nov. 9 to hold a winter coat drive at the Hard Rock Cafe in Time Square.

Yankees, New York Cares to hold coat drive at Hard Rock Cafe in Time Square


The South Korean navy on Friday dispatched two destroyers to watch for a possible North Korean missile launch, a news report said.

South Korea navy to watch for North Korean missile launch


MLB sports betting has the Marlins -124 favorites at home vs the Braves +114 while the over/under total is set at 9.


Bapco has successfully completed the drilling of three gas wells as part of a major US$100 million programme to boost natural gas production in Bahrain by an additional 500 million cubic feet per day.

Bapco successfully completes drilling of three gas wells


Goldman Sachs reported on Wednesday that it has raised its price target on hospitality company, Wyndham Worldwide Corporation.

Goldman Sachs raises price target on Wyndham (wyn)


The Transformers Dark of the Moon extra involved in an accident that left her with permanent brain damage and a part of her skull missing has been awarded an $18.5 million settlement this week, reports the Chicago Tribune.

Transformers Dark of the Moon extra involved in accident awarded $18.5 million settlement


If he wasn't charming enough already, now Imran Khan is supporting PETA for stray dog adoption.


The national state of emergency is likely to be extended today, as Christchurch grapples to get essential services running again.


Toronto police are investigating a possible arson at a west-end sleep clinic.

Police investigate possible arson at sleep clinic


Russia will price its gas supplies to Ukraine in line with European levels at an average 280 US dollars per 1,000 cubic meters in 2010, the Russian energy giant Gazprom announced on Wednesday.

Russia to price gas supplies to Ukraine at European levels


A Milwaukee teen has been charged with shooting and wounding two police officers earlier this week.

Milwaukee teen charged with shooting two police officers


WHEN we were very young summer holidays always spelt magic.


New Delhi, Sept 8 In an otherwise steady wholesale grains market today, Wheat dara prices moved up by Rs 10 per quintal on increased offtake by flour mills to meet the coming marriage season demand.

Wheat dara moves up on increased offtake by flour mills


American veterans prefer Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney to President Barack Obama, according to a new poll.


His Majesty also received another cable from Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko thanking His Majesty on his congratulatory cable on his country's Independence Day.


Jody Powell, the longest-serving and probably closest aide to former President Jimmy Carter, died on Monday at his home near Cambridge on Maryland's Eastern Shore, said Jack Nelson, the journalist and his friend.


The retiring president of North Arkansas College at Harrison says he'll leave office in January.

North Arkansas college at Harrison president to leave in January


The 19 year old son of an Alton firefighter fell off the bluffs near the Mississippi River Wednesday night.

Son of an Alton firefighter falls from bluff


Actress Demi Moore admits she obsesses about her look but accepts her appearance has changed over time.


The Senate on Thursday defied a White House veto threat and voted to bar the transfer of Guantanamo Bay detainees to the US for another year.

Senate votes to bar transfer of Guantanamo Bay detainees to US for another year


A Spokane Police officer under internal investigation has resigned and the investigation has been turned over to Spokane County prosecutors to determine if charges are warranted.


Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks coach Ken Anderson is retiring, and buzz is building about the future of offensive coordinator Bruce Arians.

Steelers quarterbacks coach Ken Anderson retires;


A roommate has been killed over pork chops in a shocking incident this week.


The Obama administration is considering spending taxpayer dollars to lower mortgage rates for borrowers on the verge of foreclosure, said two people briefed on the proposals.

Administration weighs lowering mortgage rates


Two councils in Suffolk are to share one chief executive and are hailing it as a step to boost efficiency.


The US envoy to North Korea said patience is needed in seeking the resumption of nuclear disarmament talks with the isolated state following his visit there this week.

US envoy for North Korea says patience needed for nuclear disarmament talks


Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is leaving Schalke to join Bundesliga rival Bayern Munich, which also announced the signing of Brazilian defender Rafinha on Wednesday.

Goalkeeper Neuer to leave Schalke for Bayern


``The Sensex rose by 81.4 points or 0.5% to 17,077.2 while the Nifty rose to 5,158.3, up by 31.0 points or 0.6%.The Sensex has supports at 17,010 and 16,850 and resistances at 17,130 and 17,210. The Nifty has supports at 5,130 and 5,100 and resistances at 5,10 and 5,260.``


Hospira has voluntarily recalled a single lot of 20mEq potassium chloride in 5% dextrose and 0.45% sodium chloride injection in 1000-mL flexible plastic containers.

Hospira recalls potassium chloride in dextrose and sodium chloride injection


A two-month-old elephant calf was rescued from the banks of the Torsha at Haldibari this morning.


But there was also an interesting moment when Vince Cable played down the potential benefits of credit easing.

Vince Cable plays down the benefits of credit easing


Lilith Fair founder and singer/songwriter Sarah McLachlan has announced that she will release her first album in seven years, ``The Laws Of Illusion,'' on June 15 via Arista Records.

Sarah McLachlan announces first album in seven years


Maoists called off an indefinite strike on Friday evening, ending a six-day standstill in the capital of Kathmandu.


The Nasdaq OMX Group has received SEC approval for a new low price listings market, to be called BX Venture Market.

Nasdaq OMX receives SEC approval for new low price listings Market


The couple accused of kidnapping Jaycee Lee Dugard have their arraignment scheduled for 1 pm today in Department 7 of El Dorado Superior Court in Placerville.

Couple accused of kidnapping Jaycee Lee Dugard have arraignment at 1 pm


Cronulla skipper Paul Gallen was cleared of a dangerous contact charge at the NRL judiciary.


After two hours of deliberations, a jury in Daytona Beach recommended the death penalty for Enoch Hall Thursday night.


Sushma Swaraj will take over as Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha from LK Advani, the Bharatiya Janata Party formally announced Friday.

Sushma Swaraj to take over as Leader of Opposition


Internet majors Google and Facebook have removed content from some Indian domain Web sites on Monday following a court order.

Google, Facebook remove content on court order


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan has said there is no moral justification left for Yousuf Raza Gilani to continue with his premiership.

No moral justification left for Gilani to continue premiership:


Your engagement is supposed to be the happiest time of your life, so why did Katy Perry slap her fiancé Russell Brand?


Nordstrom announced that it plans to relocate its Nordstrom Rack at Promenade at Howard Hughes Center in Los Angeles to Westfield Culver City in Culver City, Calif. The new 37,675-sq.-ft. store, which expected to open in fall 2013, will sit just across the freeway from its current location and will remain conveniently located off Interstate 405.

Nordstrom Rack relocating to Westfield Culver City


Spain's foreign ministry says a Spanish businessman kidnapped two weeks ago in Venezuela has been freed.

Spain says businessman kidnapped in Venezuela has been freed


An Indian Airbus flight carrying 82 passengers from Kolkata to Guwahati made an emergency landing here.

Indian Airbus flight makes emergency landing


A Muslim woman in South Florida has claimed she is the victim of religious discrimination by a Boca Raton gas station.

Muslim woman in South Florida claims religious discrimination


Fuck you very, very much,'' screamed the approving crowd packed into San Diego's House of Blues Wednesday night to see Lily Allen kick off her first American tour in nearly two years.


NEW YORK More than 600,000 Mr. Coffee single cup brewers are being recalled because of a potential burn hazard.

More than 600,000 Mr. coffee brewers recalled


Manulife Financial, Canada's largest life insurer, sees a funding shortfall for the country's renewable power developers, as demand for cash outpaces the debt market's recovery from the credit crunch.


Croats are voting today in a presidential runoff between a left-wing professor and the populist Zagreb mayor, with the winner hoping to lead the Balkan country into the European Union.


After slowing down this year, foreclosure filings spiked in Milwaukee County in August, setting the pace for an overall 34% increase in foreclosure actions in southeastern Wisconsin from July.


French author Michele Roberts has moved to Bloomsbury from Virago for her next book, Ignorance.


Canadiens hand sliding Jets 5th straight loss Michael Ryder scored two goals and set up another, and the Montreal Canadiens downed Winnipeg 4-1 on Thursday night to hand the Jets their fifth straight loss.


Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, renowned for colourful insults of world leaders, called US vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin a confused ``beauty queen'' on Friday after she said he was a dictator.

Venezuela's Chavez calls Palin a confused beauty queen


A Police officer attached to Kaluwang Police Post in Nebbi district survived being lynched by an angry mob on Monday after he beat his wife into a coma.

Police officer survives lynching for beating wife


A strong winter storm is expected to bring rain, snow and gusty winds to Sioux City.


In a joint statement issued at the conclusion of the fourth meeting of BASIC country Ministers on climate change which was organized in Rio de Janeiro on the 25th and 26th of this month they expressed their concern with the lack of operational guidelines for the provision of such resources and the need for such financing to effectively be new and additional, as well as provided as grants on a concessional basis, respecting the definitions of the UNFCCC and the understandings achieved in Copenhagen.

Joint statement issued at the conclusion of the fourth meeting


Bulgaria and Germany signed on Monday an agreement for avoiding double taxation between the two countries.

Bulgaria, Germany sign agreement on avoiding double taxation


In an interview with Official PlayStation Magazine with Jim Ryan, Sony CEO, Insomniac is going to go multiplatform and teaming up with EA to create their new game Overstrike.


PS Veeraraghavan, director, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre said that India will launch three satellites next month and two more by the end of this year.

India to launch three satellites this year


Just in time for getting bodies toned and shaped up for the summer months, Anytime Fitness celebrated their grand opening on June 6.

Anytime Fitness celebrates grand opening


WEST Ham defender Jonathan Spector hopes to finally get the chance to impress his new manager before the end of the year.


Utility crews are still working to restore power in some areas hit hard by the Jan. 12 blizzard in Massachusetts.

Utility crews still working to restore power


By Bill Ladson / MLB.com The Nationals introduced first baseman Adam LaRoche at a Friday afternoon news conference at Nationals Park.

Nationals introduce first baseman LaRoche


A SUV crashed into a southeast Houston post office on Wednesday, KPRC Local 2 reported.


Construction firm Era Infra Engineering Ltd will set up a 1,200 megawatt thermal power plant in Madhya Pradesh, the company announced Thursday.

Era Infra to set up power plant in Madhya Pradesh


After Lupe Fiasco's surprise announcement, Mickey Factz talks to Vibe about joining the All City Chess Club.

Mickey Factz talks joining the All City Chess Club


An Amber Alert was issued in Summit at 2:27 pm today by the Summit Police Department.


Coal producer Alpha Natural Resources says the chairman of its board of directors is stepping down.

Alpha Natural Resources chairman to step down


Troy Murphy announced that he will sign with the Boston Celtics once he clears waivers after being released by Golden State earlier in the week.


MPs have watered down a proposed new rule for auditors by removing a clause which would have made it an offence for accountants carrying out an audit to fail to comply with auditing standards.


Reader Helene G. writes: ``I recently joined our local mother's club, and I received this message. It's sad that we can't use the mother's club forum to report on experiences freely, without risk of being sued''

``It's sad that we can't...report on experiences freely''


Coal is not in crisis -- it's in transition.


Researchers have announced that a bone marrow transplant has helped cure a man who had HIV, and would have eventually developed AIDS.

Bone marrow transplant helps cure a man who had HIV


Wisconsin donors gave so-called 527 political groups a record $2.2 million over the past 18 months, according to an analysis by government watchdog group Wisconsin Democracy Campaign.

Wisconsin donors gave 527 political groups $2.2 million


UFC President takes on Anonymous Compares hackers to the 911 terrorists Anonymous releases his personal details IT'S easy to figure out who would win if the UFC took on Anonymous in the Octagon.


London, May 2 Singer Celine Dion paid tribute to late entertainer Danny Gans, calling the Las Vegas showman ``the best in his field''.


A Treasure Lake woman is facing arson charges after police said she arranged to have a fire set at the home of a woman she thought was having an affair with her husband.


The Carolina Hurricanes claimed forward Sergei Samsonov on re-entry waivers from the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday.

Carolina Hurricanes claim forward Sergei Samsonov on re-entry waivers


Two weeks after announcing that he was giving up football to focus full-time on basketball, University of South Carolina two-sport star Bruce Ellington is back in pads at the Gamecocks spring football practice.


A gauge of consumer confidence jumped in February, led by brighter expectations, after dropping in the prior month.


Oil prices settled near $83 a barrel on Friday after the government accused Goldman Sachs of fraud, earnings from some top companies disappointed investors and data on single-family home construction declined.


The AFC Cup seems set to post a new record in average attendances this year.

AFC Cup set to post new records for attendances


Nosworthy has apologised to fans for a ``disappointing'' performance, adding: ``We just weren't ourselves.''


Delhi police have detained a US national at IGI airport on Thursday for possible terror links.

Delhi police detain a US national at IGI airport


Senior citizens are selling prescription pills to pay bills and often teenagers are the buyers.

Seniors selling prescription pills to pay bills


Delcam has added two new members to its post-sales support team in Windsor, Ontario.


Gas prices hit the $3 mark on Friday night.


Two Hawkins County men were charged with aggravated robbery early Monday morning stemming from an alleged beating that happened the previous evening that sent the victim to the emergency room.


YouTube appeals to citizen journalists, Ericsson signs broadcasting deal, NBC prepares for Comcast takeover.


Microsoft isn't buying Nokia, after all, we're told.


The coal ministry has slapped showcause notices to a fresh set of 29 companies that were allotted coal block for captive mining.

Coal ministry slaps showcause notices to 29 companies


Colleges say federal cuts could cause brain drain At the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, faculty fret about the future of the school's Plasma Science and Fusion Center.


A bird tested positive for West Nile virus in Upper Macungie Township, according to a press release from the state Department of Environmental Protection released Wednesday afternoon.

Bird tests positive for West Nile virus in Upper Macungie


CBI on Tuesday questioned high-profile corporate lobbyist Niira Radia for the second time in connection with its probe into the 2G spectrum scam.


Mr Collins will move to the High Court at Wellington on 16 March.

Solicitor-General moves on to High Court


The manufacturing capacity for influenza vaccines is woefully `` inadequate for a world of 6.8 billion people, the head of the United Nations health agency said today, highlighting the need for innovation in the development of new medicines and in ensuring equitable access to them.

The manufacturing capacity for influenza vaccines is 'woefully' inadequate


Democrats have gained a supermajority in both houses of the California Legislature for the first time since the 19th century, after the Assembly reached the critical two-thirds threshold Wednesday.

Democrats gain supermajority in California Assembly


Over 1,800 people were awarded jail terms for drunken driving in the capital in the past three months, police said .

Over 1,800 people awarded jail terms for drunken driving


Gold steadied to trade above $955 per ounce on Monday after ending the previous session lower, drawing support from news that European central banks have extended an agreement limiting gold sales.


The government of Colombia and left-wing rebel group FARC reached a land reform agreement Sunday after more than six months of peace talks.

Government of Colombia and FARC reached a land reform agreement


Mel Gibson is fighting his inner demons -- as in, he's actually possessed by some sort of evil entity.


Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee won the Republican presidential nominating race in West Virginia, defeating John McCain and Mitt Romney in the first of the day's 24 state contests to pick candidates for the November election, US media projected.


THREE whaling activists aboard a Japanese whaling security ship may be bound by Japanese law and therefore not immediately returned to Australia, federal Attorney General Nicola Roxon said today.


US President Barack Obama would close the US ``war on terror'' detention camp at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, within a year, a draft executive order circulating today said.

Barack Obama to close Guantanamo Bay within a year


Singer/producer Park Jin Young described his ideal woman on this week's episode of MBC 'Section TV Entertainment Communication'.

Park Jin Young describes his ideal woman


Heidi Klum has filed for divorce from Seal at the Los Angeles Superior Court, citing ``irreconcilable differences''.


State Senator David Myers died of pneumonia early Friday morning according to an announcement from Malia Bennett, Senate communications director.


Today comedienne De Niro who brings in the laughs in The Little Fockers proves he is fireproof.


The Strong Vincent girls tied a school record with their 13th win of the season by defeating Fort LeBoeuf 50-34 in a non-region game at Wayne Middle School on Tuesday.


India have no plans to pull out of next month's Champions Trophy over a rumbling controversy surrounding a former Indian player's election to an International Cricket Council panel, the Indian cricket board said yesterday.

India denies pulling out of Champions Trophy


The South Korean government plans to increase loans to private overseas resource development projects to better guard the country against sudden spikes in price, the Ministry of Knowledge Economy said Thursday.

S Korea to increase loans to private overseas resource projects


September 25, 2012 (Trend) - Iran has started building strategic underground oil tanks with a capacity of storing up to 10 million barrels of oil, ISNA reported.

Iran started building underground oil tanks


Amy Winehouse has a crack addiction but she may die from tuberculosis.


A study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Monday showed that oxytocin can help men recall intensified memories.


Duncan Creek Elementary was briefly evacuated this afternoon according to Jorge Quintana, director of media relations for Gwinnett County Public Schools.

Duncan Creek Elementary briefly evacuated


Taiwan stocks rose 0.39 percent on Friday, joining global bourses in gains, with investors snapping up LCD makers such as AU Optronics after local media reports the government would ease the limits on stakes by Chinese investors.


Indian equity markets opened in red on Thursday morning following fall in US and European markets.


India cottonseed oilcake, or kapaskhali, futures edged higher on Friday on short covering supported by firm oilseed market, offsetting weak demand and ample stocks, analysts said.

India kapaskhali edges up on short-covering


Wayne Swan says natural disasters will likely cut over a percentage point from economic growth this quarter.


ECORSE, Mich. - An emergency financial manager has been appointed for the Detroit suburb of Ecorse.

Emergency financial manager appointed for Ecorse


An Egyptian presidential candidate, who was the last prime minister in the regime deposed by last year's popular revolution, lashed out at his Islamist rival Sunday, warning he and his fundamentalist group would monopolize power and take Egypt back to ``the dark ages.''


Opposition Leader Tony Abbott says his Nauru solution to stemming the flood of asylum boat arrivals is humane, cost-effective and proven.


Dish TV can move to Rs 77, says Hemant Thukral, Head, Derivatives Research, SBI Capital Securities.


West Ham were held to a 1-1 pre-season draw by Boreham Wood at Meadow Park on Tuesday night.


Promoter Frank Maloney is still recovering from a heart attack that he suffered this past week.


Three people were killed on impact when a medical helicopter from Vilonia crashed in Walnut Grove, a small community in Van Buren County, Arkansas State Police said.

Three killed in medical helicopter crash


ANKARA, Turkey -Turkey has closed its airspace to some Israeli military flights following a deadly raid on a Gaza-bound aid ship, the Turkish prime minister and officials said Monday.

Turkey closes airspace to some Israeli flights


Israeli occupation forces raided southern Gaza Strip on Sunday east of Khan Younis and bulldozed cultivated land lots.

Israeli occupation forces raid southern Gaza Strip, in Khan Younis


TOKYO Oct 21 Singapore restaurant Iggy's reclaimed its crown as the top dining spot in Asia in the third annual edition of a regional dining guide which saw a Malaysian restaurant make the top 10 for the first time.

Singapore restaurant reclaims top dining spot in Asia


Eden Park has opened it's doors for the Crusaders as they begin to plan for life without the use of Christchurch's AMI Stadium.


PTI / Los Angeles December 03, 2012, 07:35 ``Twilight'' actor Robert Pattinson has been spotted hanging out with Hollywood star Richard Gere, who was celebrating his latest movie ``Arbitrage'' with a luncheon at Los Angeles' Osteria Mozza.

Robert Pattinson hangs out with Richard Gere


A PUB will be getting in full swing this weekend when it hosts a golf-based charity night.


But with so many choices, from Cumberland to chicken, and plate loads of pork and fennel, which banger is the best?


Significant rise in disposable income coupled with western culture influence is driving the Indian alcoholic drinks market to grow over 9% CAGR in volume in the period 2009-2013.

Indian alcoholic drinks market to grow over 9% CAGR during 2009-2013


Satellite TV company MultiChoice has announced it will offer its customers more value and choice by adding a brand new bouquet as well as several new channels.


Senate GOP primary candidate Tom Smith is launching a new television commercial that promulgates the wider Republican message about incumbent Bob Casey: that he is too far left and too closely tied to harmful policies put forth by President Obama.


A man died in a condominium fire in Whitefish Bay Wednesday morning, according to the North Shore Fire Department.


International Olympic Committee chief Jacques Rogge said here Thursday that the Olympics would rebound from a ``crisis'', after days of protests surrounding the torch relay.


The number of drug addicts who undergo substitution treatment has risen in the Czech Republic in the past two years, a report of the Institute of Health Information and Statistics says.

Number of addicts undergoing substitution treatment rises


Eni CEO investigated over bribery claim Updated: 13:10, Friday February 8, 2013 Italian energy major Eni's CEO Paolo Scaroni has been placed under investigation over alleged bribes linked to work in Algeria, the company has said, denying any involvement in the scandal.


German stocks fell for a fourth day, led by utilities, after explosions at an atomic power plant in Japan that followed the country's biggest earthquake on record prompted a review of nuclear-energy safety.


Stainless steel producers throughout the world have been successful in raising product prices, reports industry researcher MEPS, adding these price rises appear to take place against a background of no increase in underlying demand in most markets.


The Legendary hard rock band Blue Öyster Cult is returning to The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Saturday, March 1 after their January 2006 sold out performance.

Blue Öyster Cult returning to the Ridgefield Playhouse


However, the study also shows that robotic partial nephrectomy - while resulting in fewer complications than both open and laparoscopic removal of cancerous kidney tissue - also involves more ``excessive'' hospital charges.

Robotic partial nephrectomy involves excessive hospital charges


The Nebraska coaches knew Taylor Martinez had it in him.


Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata has dismissed fatigue concerns ahead of this week's Europa League final.

Chelsea ace Mata dismisses fatigue concerns


Comedian Garry Shandling testified Thursday that celebrity sleuth Anthony Pellicano was involved in a ``smear campaign'' against him during Shandling's bitter lawsuit with his long-time manager Brad Grey.

Shandling testifies Pellicano was involved in 'smear campaign'


Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will pay a working visit to Armenia on January 13, said a spokesperson to Armenia's Foreign Ministry.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov to visit Armenia


Interwoven, the San Jose developer of Internet content, went against the apparent economic grain Thursday when it revised expectations for its recently completed quarter up, not down.


TTI Telecom is Empowering Customers to Dynamically Process Telecom-Oriented Data Using SAP BusinessObjects Portfolio ROSH HA'AYIN, Israel, Aug. 6, 2009 --

TTI Telecom is Empowering Customers to Dynamically Process...


Colombia ``has become a US military base,'' former Cuban President Fidel Castro said and lambasted the presence of US military bases in the region, according to statements released on Friday by Cuban official press.

Colombia ``has become a US military base,'' Fidel Castro says


Shepherds and small producers can further sell their produce in the markets, Order 111 provisions on the need to register their activities in the Trade Registry and ban on their sale in the markets going to be eliminated.

Shepherds can further sell produce in markets


Its your chance to get your hands on a signed Oxford United shirt or football which is being donated by the football club.


An Enid man died Wednesday night after being found unresponsive in his garage where he apparently was working on a generator providing power to his home.

Enid man dies after being found in garage working on generator


Toronto-based Vale Inco will cut around 900 jobs from its global nickel operations ``in response to ongoing challenges in the world nickel market,'' says the company.

Vale Inco to cut 900 jobs from nickel operations


After years of dormancy, Berlin's former Tyson plant is finally on track to be redeveloped.


One elderly man and his great nephew drowned on Sunday at Keys beach while his granddaughter was hospitalized after a planned leisure beach day took a tragic turn.

Elderly man and nephew drowned granddaughter hospitalized


Tiptoeturtle.com, retailers of popular baby furniture, baby toys, clothing and baby accessories, recently announced a sale on Babyletto furniture.

Tiptoeturtle.com announces sale on Babyletto furniture


Minister of State for Agriculture and Parliamentary Affairs Harish Rawat on Friday alleged that veteran social activist Anna Hazare has been working on a political agenda for a long time.

'Anna working on political agenda for long time':


WINGATE AND FINCHLEY once again failed to build on a good start as they fell to a 3-2 defeat at play-off chasing Canvey Island in the Ryman Premier Division on Saturday.

Wingate again fail to build on a good start


Lincoln City have extended the loan of Notts County defender Stephen Hunt by a further month until 19 March.

Lincoln City extend loan of Notts County's Stephen Hunt


Senators from North Dakota and South Dakota today announced that Master Sgt. Woodrow Wilson Keeble has been posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor, the highest tribute our nation can bestow on a member of the military.

Woody Keeble to be awarded Medal of Honor


The Columbus Blue Jackets and Medical Mutual of Ohio announced July 27 the renewal of the corporate partnership between the National Hockey League club and the health insurance company.

Columbus Blue Jackets, Medical Mutual of Ohio announce renewal of corporate partnership


Nick Jonas announced today on twitter that he has graduated high school!


Winnipeg mayor Sam Katz has been cleared of conflict of interest in a case brought against him by a local businessman.

Katz cleared in conflict of interest case


Chipimo implores Sata to have a strong team of advisors National Restoration Party president Elias Chipimo junior has implored Republican President Michael Sata to put in place a strong team of experts to give guidance to him on his decisions.

Sata should have a strong team of advisors


United States President Barack Obama plans to attend a memorial service on Sunday for the 29 coal miners killed in a West Virginia mine blast, the White House said on Monday.

Obama, biden will attend memorial for miners


Apple asked a US court to issue a preliminary injunction against Samsung on four patents in a dispute between the two companies, according to a court filing.

Apple asks to issue injunction against Samsung


12/15/08 5:18pm Washington -- iger Woods says he's disappointed by his caddie's disparaging comments about Phil Mickelson in New Zealand newspapers.

Woods 'disappointed' in caddie's comments


Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE wireless network, recently enhanced voice and 4G LTE network coverage in Hudson, Massachusetts.

Verizon Wireless enhances voice and 4G LTE network coverage in Hudson, Massachusetts


Brian Jungen will be the artist representing Vancouver at the 2012 Shanghai Biennale, an international contemporary art forum beginning Oct. 2.

Artist brian Jungen to represent Vancouver at Shanghai Biennale