Olympic gold medalist Andy Murray withdrew on Thursday from Rogers Cup due to a knee injury, joining the growing list of top players absent from Canada's annual tennis event due to injury, fatigue or first-round eliminations.


With the NCAA's recent admission about botching the investigation at Miami, is it possible that they will revisit the penalties handed down to Penn State and USC?

Will the NCAA revisit penalties handed down to Penn State and USC?


Kane Kalas, son of the late Harry Kalas, sings God Bless America in Game 6 of the 2010 NLCS


A Nepalese army officer held in the UK in January on torture charges has been granted bail.

Nepal army officer on torture charge granted bail


A 22-year-old Uzbek man who was living illegally in the US pleaded guilty in federal court Friday to plotting to kill President Barack Obama.

Uzbek man pleads guilty to plotting to kill Obama


Uttar Pradesh assembly on Tuesday passed the first supplementary budget worth Rs 5861.30 crores for the current financial, amidst walkout by Opposition BSP.


The actress' NBC cop drama, ``Prime Suspect,'' is shutting down production.

``Prime Suspect'' to shut down production


Certeon, a provider of virtualized software-based WAN optimization and application acceleration, has signed a distribution agreement with CDG, a major distributor of leading-edge information technology in the United Kingdom and throughout Europe.

Certeon signs distribution agreement with CDG


The results of the Pre-Election Economic and Fiscal Update show that Treasury are predicting persistent cash deficits and growing government debt continuing beyond June 2016, calling into question the National Government's fiscal and economic management, Green Party Co-leader Russel Norman said today.

Treasury predicts persistent cash deficits


Sri Lanka has praised India for its consistent policy on Tamil issue even as it noted that New Delhi had expressed concern on the question of ``military solution'' to the LTTE problem.

Lanka praises India for its consistent policy on Tamil issue


More people are choosing to fly to exotic mid to long haul destinations for their main holiday, it has been revealed.

More people fly to exotic mid to long haul destinations


India batsman Virat Kohli has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee for showing dissent at umpire's decision after being given out during the tri-series ODI match against New Zealand in Dambulla.


Another Italian cafe was firebombed in Montreal yesterday, in what police said was ``very likely'' a continuation of the string of deliberately set fires to hit cafes over the past few months.


The historic Bendigo mansion, Fortuna Villa, has sold at auction for $3 million after a campaign to keep it in public hands failed.

Historic Bendigo mansion sells at auction


Three Maharashtra Navnirman Sena activists were arrested for allegedly attacking 'pani puri' vendors and threatening to kill them after damaging their stalls in south Mumbai's Fort area, police said today.

Three MNS activists arrested for attacking 'pani puri' vendors


India corn futures may trade lower on Wednesday on arrival pressure of the winter crop and hopes of a good monsoon, which will boost summer crop output, analysts said.

India corn futures lower on arrival pressure


Dallas Eliuk announced his retirement on Tuesday, following a legendary 18-year playing career.


Media company News International, which owns newspapers including The Sun and The Sunday Times, today changed its name to News UK.


DOMINIQUE Strauss-Kahn, who in six days went from an all-powerful titan of international finance to a jobless inmate, was released from jail on bail today and sent to home detention at an unspecified New York location.

Strauss-Kahn released, sent to home detention


Liberal Democrat MP Mike Hancock has been arrested on suspicion of indecent assault following allegations of improper behaviour towards a female constituent.

MP Mike Hancock arrested on suspicion of indecent assault


Motorists are being warned by police to be extra vigilant after a spate of number plate thefts in the Trowbridge area.

Motorists warned after spate of number plate thefts in Trowbridge


The Tagore circle underpass would claim 73 trees and the process of chopping them has already begun.

Tagore circle underpass to claim 73 trees


Singer Chris Brown was in a Los Angeles courtroom Monday after testing positive for marijuana in Virginia.

Chris Brown tests positive for marijuana


Weis Markets, the parent company of dozens of supermarkets throughout the East Coast, recently reached a class action settlement over allegations it printed too many numbers on some customers' credit or debit card receipts.

Weis Markets reaches class action settlement


WEXFORD BOROUGH Council is to look at the Mechanics Institute premises on Wexford's Main Street following claims by a councillor that a window fell out of the building and more recently there are problems with debris falling off the roof.


Free agent Billy Bajema, who had spent his four previous seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, has agreed to terms with the Rams.

Te Billy Bajema agrees to terms with St. Louis Rams


Indian corn futures ended lower on Tuesday on arrival pressure, analysts said.

India corn futures lower on arrival pressure


The Texas Rangers announced some hirings and promotions, mainly to the scouting staff.


Two persons were killed in Mandi district in separate incidents today.

Two persons killed in separate incidents


Deutsche Bank sees little upside in shares of VMware, after the cloud computing company hosted its VMWorld conference and an analyst day.

Deutsche Bank sees little upside in VMware (vmw)


Congress has earmarked $30 million to fight piracy on the internet as well as a state and local level.

Congress earmarks $30 million to fight piracy


Barenaked Ladies frontman Steven Page, known for his quirky lyrics, environmental activism and clean-cut image, admitted to New York police that he was snorting cocaine prior to his arrest last week, court documents allege.


A truck slammed through a guardrail on I 190 near Exit 19.


France increased the number of sorties flown over Libya over the past week to 41 from an average of about 30 since the start of a coalition operation, the defense ministry said on Thursday.

France increases number of sorties flown over Libya


The Senate observed a moment of silence in honor of Sen. Frank Lautenberg, DN.J., Monday afternoon, moments after convening for the day.

Senate observes moment of silence for Lautenberg


BRISTOL Palin and Levi Johnston say they're engaged and hope to get married within six weeks, an abrupt turnaround for the couple that just months ago was fighting over child support and Mr Johnston's critical comments about the family.


China.org.cn celebrated its 10th anniversary on October 12 with a seminar on ``The Internet and International Communication.''

China.org.cn celebrates 10th anniversary at seminar


The Iowa National Guard is joining the flood fight, helping those in harm's way.


The Deep South drama ``The Help'' won three prizes Sunday at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, including best actress for Viola Davis and supporting actress for Octavia Spencer.


Federal Minister for Water and Power, Raja Pervez Ashraf has said that the process of power sector reforms is underway and will be completed within next eight months.

Power sector reforms will be completed within eight months:


Five males who were arrested on charges of assault and robbery on May 18 could possibly be linked to three previous muggings in Hawthorne and Clifton, according to the Hawthorne Police Department.

Males could be linked to muggings in Hawthorne and Clifton


Sharon Runner announced today that she will not be seeking re-election to the state Senate this year.

Sen. sharon Runner will not seek re-election


Ford of Europe has reported a 5% rise in its July sales at its main 19 European markets.

Ford of Europe reports rise in July sales


JEA is making plans to offer prepaid utility accounts by next year, touting the change as a way to give customers more control over their power use.

JEA to offer prepaid accounts by next year


The states of North Darfur and Red Sea are facing severe food shortage with less than five per cent food security in the regions, a report released by the health ministry said on Wednesday.

``North Darfur and Red Sea facing food shortage''


Sea The Stars, trained by John Oxx and ridden by 49-year-old Mick Kinane, has won the Epsom Derby.


The Cowboys will have the NFL look at the excessive celebration penalty called on Marc Colombo after Jason Witten's game-tying touchdown in the fourth quarter Sunday and will have a good voice in the Competition Committee room on the matter in Stephen Jones.

Cowboys will have NFL look into celebration penalty


Zimbabwean Cabinet ministers will be circumcised under a programme meant to reduce the spread of HIV and Aids.


Indians took the lead in five sections but the shock losses for B. Adhiban and SP Sethuraman served a serious blow to its gold-medal prospects in the boys' under-16 section of the Asian youth chess championship in Teheran on Saturday.


Andy Murray is adamant that he will win a grand slam title after his march to the Australian Open semi-finals last month.


Barclays Capital has hired ten managing directors based in New York and London for its prime services business.

Barclays Capital hires ten managing directors for prime services business


Circuit City, the US electronics retailer, filed for bankruptcy protection on Monday, admitting it was struggling to persuade suppliers to keep its stores stocked for the holiday season.


The preliminary investigation into the killing of 16 year old 9th standard student at Watergam in Rafiabad area of district Baramulla on February 10 has revealed that the SOP was not followed by the CRPF personnel as they fired at the people in the area, leading to the death of a student and serious injury to another.


A Ferrari 458 Spider has been recently crashed in Mallorca a couple of hours after being picked up from the dealership.


NEWHAM has its first case of Swine Flu today after a currency worker at London City Airport in Silvertown was diagnosed with the infection.


Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani Friday said Pakistan believes in maintaining a credible minimum deterrence to ensure peace and stability in the region.

Pakistan believes in minimum deterrence for peace:


The bad news is that you're gonna have to stare forlornly out of a window while listening to someone else's album, because the good news is that Adele is pregnant and has no time for brokenhearted sadness!


A policeman was freed of corruption charges after prosecutors failed to locate witnesses in the case against him.


Camden County remains in a state of local emergency due to the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.

Camden County remains in a state of emergency


Indian batsman Suresh Raina has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpire's decision during the first day of the second test against West Indies, the International Cricket Council said on Wednesday.

Suresh Raina fined for dissent at umpire's decision


Viggo Mortensen has told how he ``ate like a swine'' after starving himself for his movie The Road.


North Korea conducted a second and far more powerful nuclear test on Monday, triggering an emergency UN Security Council meeting on the hermit state's defiant act, but financial markets wobbled only briefly on the news.

North Korea conducts second nuclear test


US sharemarkets fell on Friday, with all three main indexes shedding over two percent despite the release of positive reports on consumer sentiment and manufacturing.


A CHEMIST from Dursley has been honoured with an international award by a professional scientific body.

Chemist from Dursley is honoured with international award


A ``hidden'' language spoken by only about 1,000 people has been discovered in the remote northeast corner of India by researchers who at first thought they were documenting a dialect of the Aka culture, a tribal community that subsists on farming and hunting.


In a discovery that has implications for developing treatments against cancer and potentially deadly viruses, researchers at SUNY Downstate Medical Center have discovered the function of proteins that can enhance the progression of certain viruses and cancer cells.

Function of proteins can enhance the progression of viruses and cancer cells


Miley Cyrus takes Nashville Star hunk Justin Gaston to Saturday morning church service in Pasadena, Calif.

Miley Cyrus takes Justin Gaston to church


Washington Post political reporter Dan Balz says Gov. Pawlenty has been a bit ``Romneyesque'' in recent months.

Dan Balz says Pawlenty has been ``Romneyesque'' in recent months


Real Madrid coach Juande Ramos had a joke with the media about his January transfer plans yesterday.

Real Madrid coach Ramos jokes with media over transfer plans


ASHEVILLE, NC ' The Rev. Billy Graham has been released from a North Carolina hospital after spending six days recovering from pneumonia.

Rev. Billy Graham released from NC hospital


New York Yankees captain Derek Jeter is expected to be in a walking boot when he rejoins his teammates Thursday for the start of a homestand at Yankee Stadium.

Jeter expected to be in walking boot when he rejoins teammates on Thursday


Cent Per Cent and Herculean excelled when the horses were exercised here on Tuesday morning.


A lineman of the power development department on Monday was critically injured in Pattan area of North Kashmir's Baramulla district.


JENNA-Louise Coleman made her Dr Who debut as she went to work in her first scenes.

Jenna-Louise Coleman makes her Dr who debut


A person was hurt when a woman allegedly tried to run over a Philadelphia Police officer in the Kensington section of the city tonight.


Two earthquakes hit the southeastern Spanish region of Murcia today, killing seven people.

Two earthquakes hit spain's Murcia region, killing seven


Environmental factors could be playing a key role in increasing one's susceptibility to cancer, it looks like.

Environmental factors could increase susceptibility to cancer


A van with Valley Metro markings burned in the desert of Buckeye Valley Tuesday morning, officials said.

Van with Valley Metro markings found burning in Buckeye Valley


The program, available as a portable version and installer, can be used to turn photos into a video in little time.


The Canadian dollar plunged against major rivals during New York morning deals on Tuesday.

Canadian dollar plunges against major rivals


The prices of essential kitchen items remained stable without registering significant change during the last week as compared to the preceding week, revealed a survey by Business Recorder here on Saturday.

Prices of essential kitchen items remain stable


One more pilot has been arrested in the capital for allegedly using forged marksheets to procure a licence from the country's airline regulator.

Another pilot arrested for using forged marksheets


a live adaptation of a musical episode of cult FX comedy It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia -- cameth to the Beacon Theatre last night, on the second night of its short theatrical run.


Strictly Come Dancing's Craig Kelly has said that he feels the pressure is off him now he has reached Blackpool.


There are no updates Saturday on a man who was reportedly assaulted Friday night at the light rail station at 44th and Washington streets in Phoenix.

Man assaulted at light rail station in Phoenix


Actor Emraan Hashmi will play a Maharashtrian character in ``Ghanchakkar'', says the film's director Rajkumar Gupta.

Emraan Hashmi plays Maharashtrian in 'Ghanchakkar'


NEWCASTLE Falcons scrum-half Chris Pilgrim admits he can see both sides of rugby's relegation debate.

Chris Pilgrim can see both sides of relegation debate


Governor Cuomo is hosting farmers and manufacturers at a yogurt summit in Albany today.


President Arroyo may cut short her US trip with former President Corazon Aquino's death, after wrapping up her visit to Washington on Friday with a flurry of meetings with senior American officials and a US agreement to help train Filipino Navy SEALS battle piracy in Southeast Asia.


General Jean Kahwaji was named as the new chief of the Lebanese army, replacing Michel Suleiman who was elected president in May, Information Minister Tareq Mitri said on Friday.

Kahwaji named as new chief of Lebanese army


Police say a 19-year old woman's struggle and screams frightened away her alleged attacker on Blackmarsh Road.


The US Navy is convening a special panel to investigate the fire that damaged the nuclear submarine USS Miami while it was in a dry dock for an overhaul at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in the river between Maine and New Hampshire.

Navy convenes special panel to investigate fire


Map of distribution of radon activity in Azerbaijan has been presented by the Institute of Geology of the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan at an international conference in Prague.

Map of radon activity in Azerbaijan presented at international conference


Korean-Japanese fighter Choo Sung-hoon and his wife Shiho Yano, a Japanese model, held a belated wedding ceremony Sunday in a hotel in Tokyo, about seven months after they registered for marriage, his agency IB Sports said.


Hampton police have charged and are looking for two men in connection to a robbery and shooting that occurred Thursday night in the 100 block of Doolittle Road.

Hampton police looking for men in connection to robbery and shooting


A police officer and five other people were wounded in an accidental grenade blast on Friday in the southern Philippines, police said.


TIGER Woods has been invited to play golf in Marysville in a stirring tribute to the Black Saturday bushfires.

Tiger Woods invited to play golf in Marysville


Life with triplets has always been busy for Jennie and Bruce Nielsen of Hartland.


TWO YOUNG Polish fishermen, who have based their business in the Uists, have been named Outer Hebrides top young entrepreneurs at the regional finals of the 2012 Prince's Trust Youth Business Scotland Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.

Polish fishermen are Outer Hebrides young entrepreneurs


Los Angeles, Feb 14 US-based Indian jazz pianist Vijay Iyer lost the Grammy for best jazz instrumental album, individual or group at the 53rd edition of the awards.

Indian jazz pianist Vijay Iyer loses Grammy


Well one of those has been filled up after organisers confirmed that American super-group The Dead Weather will play the Pyramid Stage on the Saturday of the Somerset event which takes place on June 25-27.


A high-level central team comprising Home Secretary Madhukar Gupta and Defence Secretary Vijay Singh Tuesday reviewed the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir.

Central team reviews situation in Kashmir Valley


Reuters has reported that Bank of America Corporation, the second largest US bank, is planning to create an international advisory board.

Bank of America Corporation to create international board


What makes you smile is an important question to ask a child.


Frank Ocean has opened up about his sexuality and revealed his first true love was a man.

Rapper frank Ocean opens up about sexuality


Felony child abuse charges against two Atlanta police officers were dropped Tuesday, according to court documents.


2013-02-26T11:59:00Z Branstad administration seeks 'least disruptive' response to sequestrationBy James Q. Lynch Mason City Globe Gazette The impact of federal sequestration in Iowa likely will be felt first and hardest by the National Guard and Iowa Workforce Development, Gov. Terry Branstad warned this morning.


Ryan Howard took live batting practice for the first time since he tore his left Achilles tendon while making the final out of the Philadelphia Phillies' season-ending 1-0 loss to St. Louis last postseason.


Seton Hall University canceled classes today because of a power outage, according to a notice on the university's website.

Seton Hall cancels classes after power outage


IJM Corp Bhd is still doing well despite the challenging times in the construction industry, said chief executive officer and managing director Datuk Krishnan Tan.

IJM Corp still doing well despite challenging times


Tony Woodcock will be on the bench for the Highlanders against the Bulls.

Prop Tony Woodcock benched by Highlanders


Arizona voters on Tuesday were to decide the fate of a proposed temporary sales tax increase, with possible budget cuts for schools and other programs at stake if the measure fails.

Arizona voters deciding fate of sales tax increase


A brush fire burning near Boulevard yesterday afternoon was contained to 4 acres, said Capt. Kurt Zingheim of Cal Fire.

Brush fire near Boulevard is contained to 4 acres


A fire destroyed a mobile home on the east end of Lockwood Wednesday morning.


MIA has named her new born baby Ikhyd Edgar Arular Bronfman, according to US media reports.

MIA names new born baby 'Ikhyd Edgar Arular Bronfman'


That's right, tomorrow is ``Everybody Draw Muhammad Day,'' and unless you want to look like you're taking a part in it, well, then you better follow the ``South Park'' advice--advice that is painfully ironic after last month's affair.

Tomorrow is 'Everybody Draw Muhammad Day' ...


Pakistan continues to be an ``international migraine'' with a combination of problems like extremism, poverty and a weak government plaguing the country and the US is in a ``difficult position'' to resolve this, a former US Secretary of State said today.

Pakistan continues to be an international migraine:


Ranchi, Aug 25 Jharkhand Governor Syed Sibtey Razi tonight asked Jharkhand Mukti Morcha president Shibu Soren, who staked claim to form the government, to prove majority by September one, thereby ending more than a weeklong political unrest in the state.


PTI Dec 15, 2012, 12.36PM IST An animal rights advocacy group today said it has been informed by the Centre that 70 Beagles imported from China as pets but lodged in an animal quarantine centre here ``will be freed soon.''


Freddie Mac, the No. 2 US home funding company, said on Monday it sold $3 billion of reference bills at higher rates and weaker demand compared with last week's sale of similar maturities.

Freddie Mac sells $3 bln bills at higher rates


European stock markets closed narrowly mixed on Tuesday after an uneven set of economic data with investors carefully watching events in Japan, the Middle East and eurozone struggler Portugal.


A senior policeman said an unofficial Royal Wedding street party which ended in 22 arrests had 'brought shame' on Scotland.


Former prime minister Yousuf Raza Gilani in his first media appearance since his disqualification by the Supreme Court of Pakistan pretended to be calm and happy but forgot the date while giving an autograph to a lady.

Gilani pretends to be calm, forgets date while giving autograph


Non-listed REITs typically invest in commercial real estate assets, and today's nREIT offerings provide a diversity of commercial real estate investment opportunities.

Non-listed REITs provide a diversity of investment opportunities


The Hong Kong Monetary Authority on Thursday said it will provide renminbi term funds to banks to address short-term liquidity tightness.

HKMA to provide renminbi term funds to banks


Grimsby Town have appointed Rob Scott and Paul Hurst as joint managers of the Blue Square Bet Premier side.

Grimsby Town appoint Rob Scott and Paul Hurst


Robbie Rogers is joining the Los Angeles Galaxy of Major League Soccer in another step by openly gay athletes in professional sports.

Gay soccer player Robbie Rogers joins la Galaxy


The US Fish and Wildlife Service announced today it will designate 1.6 million acres in California as critical habitat for the endangered red-legged frog.

US Fish and Wildlife service to designate critical habitat for endangered frog


A 24-year-old man will serve over eight years in federal prison for possessing child pornography.

Man to serve eight years in prison for child pornography


``I am a hundred percent,'' Sharapova said Wednesday night before making an appearance for the Newport Beach Breakers in their World Team Tennis match against Kansas City.


Michael Vaughan, England's victorious captain in the 2005 Ashes series has confirmed his retirement from all forms of cricket.


Mark Webber reportedly bought a $5 million mansion in Noosa.


Derek Meech was in the lineup for Kirk Maltby, who was a healthy scratch for the second time this season.


Former Beatle Paul McCartney`s daughter, designer Stella McCartney has donated a signed sketch to a charity art auction, which will benefit children with special needs.

Stella McCartney donates sketch to auction


Britain and Bill Gates joined forces on Monday to pledge more than half of the $3.7 billion sought to vaccinate nearly 250 million children against preventable diseases.


Flickr has today added new Group features to its photo sharing service, together with a Justified View, providing the ability to submit photos directly to Groups via the Uploadr and brand new API methods for developers.


After 30 years, Sony has ended production of its iconic ``Walkman'' series of audio-cassette players.


Vancouver-headquartered Telus Corp has sold its debit and credit card processing business to Quebec-based CT-Payment Inc. for an undisclosed sum.

Telus sells debit and credit card processing business


Actress Sue Lloyd, who was best known for her role as Barbara Hunter in the ITV soap Crossroads as well as appearing in a host of other shows, has died aged 72.

Crossroads actress Sue Lloyd dies aged 72


City and county officials met with South Side residents Wednesday night to discuss the emergency evacuation plan, which will be enacted in the event of a levee failure or overtopping.


Spears is to reportedly play herself in a biopic of her life, reports The Mirror.


Rafter and Tomic bury the hatchet Updated: 19:40, Tuesday January 22, 2013 Davis Cup captain Pat Rafter says he and Bernard Tomic have buried the hatchet and is hopeful of having the resurgent youngster back for Australia's second-round qualifying tie in April - if his weakened line-up makes it.


Joseph Duncan is expected to undergo mental evaluation to determine if he is fit to stand trial later this year for the murder of Anthony Martinez.

Joseph Duncan to undergo mental evaluation


A court has heard how Dale Cregan switched his sights from an ``old rival'' to the police when he executed a ``detailed plan'' to lure officers to their deaths in a gun and grenade attack in Greater Manchester.


The Hunterdon County Sheriff's Office has hired two new officers, Thomas Foster of Lebanon Township and Geoffrey Benz of Flemington.

Hunterdon County Sheriff's Office hires two new officers


The parties agreed to a settlement that allows Wroten, one of the country's premier basketball prospects, to remain at Garfield.

Settlement allows Tony Wroten to remain at Garfield


The Patriots (team stats) went back in time a bit today, signing wide receiver David Patten to a contract.


/ KING 5 News After three decades and more than 5,000 students, a popular Snohomish County teacher is retiring.

Popular Snohomish County teacher retiring


``This is preeminently the time to speak the truth, the whole truth and boldly. Let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself-nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance.

'The only thing we have to fear is fear itself'


A Duluth woman has pleaded guilty to stabbing her sister in the face with a piece of wood.

Duluth woman pleads guilty to stabbing sister


North Korean leader Kim Jong-un ``made an important decision that will serve as a guiding principle in defending the country's security and sovereignty,'' the North's official KCNA news agency reported Sunday.


Indian music maestro Pandit Ravi Shankar has revealed that he has been impressed theatrically by Lady Gaga's music videos and termed her as 'a very intelligent performer'.

Pandit Ravi Shankar impressed by Lady Gaga


With Spider-Man still in the rehearsal stages, Emma Stone gave MTV fans an update on Spider-Man and what she has done so far.


The man accused of shooting a 15-year-old high school student has been found competent to stand trial and now faces the death penalty.

Man found competent will now face death penalty


The Town of Halton Hills will host its annual Agricultural Community Meeting Thursday at Pineview Public School.

Town to host agricultural meeting Thursday


German rider Linus Gerdemann of the Columbia team won the Tour de l'Ain cycling race after the fourth and final stage here on Wednesday.


MEG Energy Corp. is pleased to announce that it has closed its initial public offering of 20,000,000 common shares at a price of $35.00 per share for gross proceeds of $700 million.

MEG Energy Corp. announces closing of its initial public offering


While the threat of sequestration is still looming, federal IT workers in several parts of the country may take heart in the fact that IT jobs are open and growing.


The rape trial of former Penn State running back Austin Scott was delayed Wednesday as the state Superior Court wrangled over last-minute appeals.


A former Smith County substitute teacher has been sentenced for having an improper relationship with a student.


REAL Madrid beat DC United 3-0 yesterday in an exhibition game before 72,368 fans at FedEx Field.

Real Madrid beats DC United 3-0 in exhibition


New York, NY, March 07, 2008 --- Intrasphere Technologies' PharmaCM structured content management solution powered by Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, has been recognized as a winner of the Microsoft Office Business Applications ``OBA Solution of the Year'' contest.

Intrasphere Technologies'' PharmaCM structured content management solution recognized among winners in the Microsoft ``OBA solution of the Year'' contest


Before leaving office as governor, Ted Kulongoski granted clemency to 15 people, pardoning 13 and commuting the sentences of two others.


Why do students chose a Catholic college or university?


Actress Lindsay Lohan was found unconscious in an LA hotel room on Friday and was said to be suffering from exhaustion, but was not taken to hospital, spokespeople said.

Lindsay Lohan found unconscious in a hotel room


Sir Alex Ferguson is looking for a swift response from his Manchester United team but knows Fulham will provide them with a tough test.


Hours ago, Alaskan Republican Ted Stevens was convicted on 7 counts of failing to report more than $250,000 in shady gifts.


Arthur Spiegelman, one of Reuters' finest writers and longest-serving correspondents, died at home in Los Angeles on Saturday.


The musical Jekyll & Hyde will be back on stage in April, and will also be made into a movie.

Musical 'Jekyll & Hyde' will be made into movie


Bad weather has thwarted electricity supply to seven districts of Central Russia, including Moscow suburbs, the Emergency Situations Ministry's regional center told Itar-Tass.

Bad weather thwarts electricity supply to seven districts of Central Russia


QANTAS says it is yet to see substantial improvements in business conditions and warns rivals are boosting capacity.


He met the elephant, Themba, and was very impressed with the tenderness of Themba.


Paul Kantor, a leading violin pedagogue, will teach two master classes Friday in Iowa City.

Kantor to teach two master classes Friday


Charges laid over missing Bathurst man Updated: 23:06, Wednesday January 16, 2013 Police have arrested a man in relation to the disappearance and presumed murder of a Bathurst man almost four years ago.


US stocks opened mixed on Friday, with this week's mounting optimism over the fate of financial shares somewhat offset by weakness in technology shares.


THE Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for Cornwall over the next three days.

Met Office issues severe weather warning for Cornwall


Lee Hurst is due to stand trial accused of smashing an audience member's mobile phone at one of his gigs.


Music mogul Simon Cowell is going on a strict diet in a bid to shed some pounds after gorging on his favourite British homecooked meals.


After Reading knocked the Jackals out of the 2007-2008 ECHL Playoffs in round number one, game number six, the Jackals will look for revenge and a bright start to the 2008-2009 campaign.


Police have located and seized more than $200,000 worth of cannabis on the State's Mid North Coast yesterday.

Police seize more than $200,000 worth of cannabis --


ENERGY Resources of Australia says it has signed an agreement to supply uranium to a Chinese electric utility.

Energy Resources of Australia to supply uranium to China


Police find the body of a McCook, Nebraska teen killed last week.


PROPERTY giant Mirvac Group has swung to a first half profit and has lifted its full year earnings guidance.


Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden has been killed in an American-led operation in Pakistan, US President Barack Obama has announced.


Haryana has recorded one of the highest registration of electors in any year and this includes a record over 73 per cent youth, chief electoral officer of the state said.

Haryana records highest registration of electors


Germany's deadly E. coli strain is found mainly in humans rather than animals, the Taggesspiegel newspaper reported on Tuesday citing scientific research.

Deadly E. coli strain found mainly in humans:


Marist School's Terra Project and Environment Club will host its semi-annual paint and electronics recycling event Saturday, April 14, from 10 am to 2 pm in the Marist School parking lot.

Marist School to host semi-annual paint and electronics recycling event


British house prices slipped by 0.9 percent in February, offsetting a modest gain in January, data from a top home-loans provider showed on Friday.


Microsoft wins round in patent case Updated: 14:12, Friday February 8, 2013 A US federal judge has tossed out more than a dozen patent infringement claims filed against Microsoft by Google-owned Motorola Mobility.


The MHRA have extended the swine flu adverse drug reaction portal to include swine flu vaccines and seasonal vaccines.

MHRA extend swine flu adverse drug reaction portal


Tourists have been stranded on an ice floe in northern Canada and are awaiting rescue.

Tourists stranded on ice floe in Canada awaiting rescue


Chinese shares slumped heavily on Friday due to weak overseas markets and concerns of new share offers.


A Libyan National Transitional Council official said Gaddafi was buried in an unknown location October 25, 2011.


Pakistani authorities have banned BBC news broadcasts on private FM radio stations across the country, the BBC said on Thursday.

Pakistan bans BBC broadcasts on FM channels


Even though 30 year fixed mortgage rates have been around 5% for quite some time it does not mean that all borrowers have been able to lock in these low rates.


A reward up to $13,000 is being offered for information about a quadruple homicide that occurred three years ago today in Durham.

Reward offered for information about quadruple homicide


Mohegan Sun Casino will hosts a sports memorabilia show and auction Friday through Monday, Feb.18 to 21.

Mohegan Sun Casino hosts sports memorabilia show


Go Daddy will sponsor the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series team this weekend, it was announced yesterday.

Go Daddy sponsors NASCAR Sprint Cup Series team


Russia's President Dmitri Medvedev will visit Norway in the spring, says speaker of the Murmansk regional Duma Yevgeny Nikora.


Oil prices tumbled below US$40 a barrel Monday as reports from manufacturers like Toyota and Caterpillar pointed to a worsening global economic climate and serious deterioration in energy demand.


Seton Hall will hire Iona coach Kevin Willard as the successor to Bobby Gonzalez, the school confirmed on Sunday.


The South Korean car maker Hyundai has extended the engine choice of its i10 city car with the addition of a 1.2-litre cylinder motor with an output of 57 kw/78 hp.

Hyundai to extend engine choice for i10 city car


A new technology is helping cops at Delaware State University find the bad guys faster.


Heath and Human Services nominee Kathleen Sebelius won approval Tuesday from the Senate Finance Committee on a surprisingly divided vote, 15-8.


Two men accused of raping a woman with a snake were found guilty in Eau Claire County Court Friday.

Men accused of raping a woman with a snake found guilty


A cook working with the India Reserve Battalion of Goa Police was arrested on Monday for allegedly raping a minor girl.


Rapper Chris Brown has posted his own picture with singer Rihanna on internet in which he is wearing a white underwear and a large-sized camouflage coat.


NORTH ADAMS, Mass. ― Unionized nurses at North Adams Regional Hospital have authorized a strike if contract negotiations with hospital management break down.


Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry has said the band ``won't wait'' for Steven Tyler to get back involved with the band after the singer stated that he's not leaving.

Joe Perry: 'aerosmith won't wait for Steven Tyler'


Gasoline prices dropped a penny over the weekend, inching further down below the $4 dollar a gallon mark hit in late June, AAA reported Sunday.

Gasoline prices drop a penny over weekend


Three siblings were literally on top of the world as they reached the top of Africa's highest mountain.


Effective February 22, 2008, the common shares of Rockwell will be listed for trading on the TSX under the symbol ``RDI''.

Rockwell secures listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange


A fourth Russian shipment of nuclear fuel arrived in Iran on Sunday, destined for a power plant being constructed in the southern port of Bushehr, the official Islamic Republic News Agency reported.


New Delhi, May 1 Two minor sisters who went missing from near the US embassy here Tuesday evening were recovered from a nearby area Wednesday morning, police said.

Minor sisters go missing near US embassy, recovered


Troopers charged 11 motorists with drunken driving during weekend traffic stops and investigations in the Lower Hudson Valley, state police said.

Troopers charge 11 motorists with drunken driving in Lower Hudson Valley


CHINGAY went to the heartland of Woodlands, Sembawang and Yishun estates yesterday, taking the annual festivities to residents' doorstep.


Jaipur, Oct 1 Reacting to the statement of Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot of corruption during its rule, the BJP today challenged Gehlot to prove the allegations.

BJP challenges Gehlot to prove allegations


Kim Kardashian says her sisters are her best friends.


Ocean Current announced today that it has signed Derek Ho to a multi year deal as Team Rider and Surf Team Mentor for the company.

Ocean Current signs world Champ Derek Ho


Samajwadi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav, who was on a dharna to protest spiralling prices of food items, was today taken into preventive custody, even as police lathi-charged protesting party workers here.


External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Sunday said that India would welcome any effort by the international community which ensured that Pakistan fulfills its obligations to fight terrorism.

Pakistan should fulfill its obligations to fight terrorism:


Peter Tobin is questioned by police over the murder of schoolgirl Vicky Hamilton.


Small wineries in Wisconsin are forming cooperatives to keep their wines on the shelves of grocery and liquor stores.


On Saturday, David Clark sealed his spot as an MP by winning the safe Labour seat of Dunedin North by 3304 votes.


Leelee Sobieski and her fashion designer fiance Adam Kimmel are expecting their first child this December.

Leelee Sobieski and fiance Adam Kimmel expecting their first child


BJ's Restaurants, an owner and operator of casual dining restaurants, has opened a new restaurant in Tucson, Arizona.

BJ's Restaurants opens new restaurant in Tucson, Arizona


In recent days news of Microsoft's next operating system started to surface, but now the company has confirmed through their Building Windows 8 blog, that Windows 8 will have an app store.


Police will also announce a five-week campaign to target the top 500 worst drivers including repeat hoons, drink-drivers and drivers who flee police.


A MAN who stole the handbags of Chinese prostitutes after having sex with them was packed off to jail for a total of 33 months on Tuesday.


President Barack Obama will face questions from Twitter users around the country Wednesday during a town hall hosted by the popular social media service.

Barack Obama faces questions from Twitter users


A stranded dog was rescued from a frozen pond in Tooting by more than 20 firefighters.

Dog rescued from frozen pond by 20 firefighters


Taoiseach Enda Kenny said this evening householders will pay for their water meters but not for the cost of installation.

Kenny says householders will pay for water meters


German enterprise software maker SAP will focus on innovations in big data analytics, mobility and cloud applications to maintain triple digit growth that it reported last year from India.

SAP focuses on innovation for triple-digit growth in India


Syria said that the ongoing crisis in Syria is turning the Arab country into a center of attraction for ``international terrorists.''

``Syria turned into center of attraction for international terrorists''


The U15 Oshawa Lady Blue Knights lacrosse house league continued with games played on April 27 and 30.

Lady Blue Knights house league continues


Home favourite Florian Mayer delighted German crowds at Hamburg by securing a convincing two straight sets win against his 27 year Argentinean opponent Juan Monaco.

Florian Mayer secures straight sets win against Juan Monaco --


Otago University politics lecturer Dr Bryce Edwards says Labour will want Darren Hughes out, regardless of the truth surrounding the scandal he's linked to.


A Navy supply chief has been charged with stealing more than $366,000 worth of computers, televisions and other items using a government-issued credit card.


State Sen. Thom Goolsby, R-New Hanover, has signed on as a co-sponsor of a ``defense of marriage'' bill.

Sen. Thom Goolsby co-sponsors ``defense of marriage'' bill


Over the last three weeks we have seen Wells Fargo refinance mortgage rates move all the way up from 4% to 4.5%.


Pakistan Tehrik-i-Insaf chief Imran Khan warned on Thursday that the country's situation might worsen if the upcoming elections were rigged.

Country's situation might worsen if elections rigged:


Cheryl Cole has admitted that she 'would be up for' joining the panel on the new American version of The X Factor.

Cheryl Cole 'would be up for' American X Factor


BROMSGROVE'S Jordan Crane will look to continue his good run of form when he lines up for the England Saxons against Ireland A at Donnybrook tonight.


The National Weather Service has issued a thunderstorm watch for most of Ohio, including Warren County, until 9 pm tonight, June 13.

National Weather Service issues thunderstorm watch for Warren County


``Deadliest Catch,'' the reality drama created by Batavia native Thom Beers, has won an Emmy Award.


Algeria bounced back into contention in Angola after beating Mali 1-0 in their second Group A game in Luanda.


Global mobile advertising company, TapIt!™, releases proprietary RTB enabled mobile advertising platform for agency advertisers and mobile application developers.

TapIt!™ releases proprietary mobile advertising platform


Heavenly Mountain Resort on Lake Tahoe's south shore has been fined over $90,000 for several violations of California environmental laws.

Heavenly Mountain resort fined over $90,000 for violations of California environmental laws


The press center for the celebration of the 60th founding anniversary of new China was officially opened in the morning of September 22.

Press center for the 60th founding anniversary of new China opened


A mobile Disaster Recovery Center is now open in Newport to assist individuals, households and businesses with disaster-related damage caused by late spring storms and flooding in Vermont.

Disaster recovery center opens in Newport


On Friday oil prices fell on world markets.


A 22-year-old man was shot to death in the city's east end just before midnight Wednesday.


United States President Barrack Obama has praised South Africa for being the first country in the world to abandon its nuclear weapons programme.

Obama praises South Africa for being first country to abandon nuclear weapons programme


A Guinea Bissau military court said it had dropped treason charges against former navy chief Bubo Na Tchuto, a suspected drug kingpin allied with the current head of the nation's armed forces, General Antonio Njai.


Radar Online reports that Jonesboro native Wes Bentley has been denied entry to Canada based on a four-year-old drug conviction.


The Carphone Warehouse revealed its third quarter results today, with a growth in retail revenue supported by a strong increase in fixed line revenue and a growing high street presence.

Carphone Warehouse's third quarter results


Palin on Monday proposed a 7 percent spending decrease in the operating and capital budgets for the next fiscal year, which begins July 1.

Palin proposes 7 percent spending decrease


A former DuPont employee was sentenced to 18 months in prison today in an industrial espionage case that triggered an international FBI investigation marred by his extortion attempt.

DuPont employee sentenced in industrial espionage case


Danville Police are investigating an over-night jewelry store burglary, according to Capt. Matthew Carter.

Police investigate jewelry store burglary


A Harrington woman was arrested Saturday afternoon on charges of shoplifting at the Walmart store in Salisbury.

Harrington woman arrested for shoplifting


ANC president Jacob Zuma on Tuesday said he is ``not guilty -- and not even half guilty'' of corruption.


The recent Stamp Out Hunger food drive broke the record for collections at the Chester-Andover Family Center, a center spokesperson said Tuesday.


A man accused of causing a hepatitis C outbreak in New Hampshire worked at four hospitals in Maryland, public health officials said.

Man accused of causing hepatitis C outbreak worked in Maryland


Former Denmark international Michael Laudrup has resigned as coach of Real Mallorca after clashing with the club's board, Spanish media reported on Tuesday.

Laudrup resigns as coach of Real Mallorca


Mary Anne Hobbs has posted a statement online indicating that she is set to resign from her slot at XFM.


Head of Palestinian Prisoners Club, Qaddura Fares, said that more than 20 Palestinian prisoners detained at Asqalan prison will join the open hunger strike on Sunday.

20 Palestinian prisoners join open hunger strike


A hedge fund manager was indicted on Wednesday for running a Ponzi scheme which involved the theft of over $4 million from at least 45 victims.

Hedge fund manager indicted for Ponzi scheme


Qld minister says ethics probe his call Updated: 05:08, Saturday October 27, 2012 not the premier's - to refer a senior bureaucrat for investigation over concerns he misled a parliamentary committee.


Former Singapore Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew has been hospitalized following a brain-related blockage.

Former Singapore pm Lee Kuan Yew hospitalized


England defender John Terry will continue giving evidence today when he returns to his trial for allegedly racially abusing Anton Ferdinand.


St George Illawarra forward Dan Hunt has signed a new deal for his return to the NRL.


City police continue to seek the public's help to find evidence, including a possible handgun, hidden by a suspect as he fled the scene of a home invasion on Douglas Street Monday.


Konami officially announced it is working on a new Metal Gear Solid sequel, which will be the first simultaneous multi-platform release for the title.


American Airlines supported ultra distance swimmer Marcos Diaz, in his ``Swim of the coasts,'' staged to stress the importance of having our coasts and oceans clean.

American Airlines supported Marcos Diaz's ``Swim of the coasts''


A Qantas jumbo jet carrying 345 passengers made an emergency landing today with a gaping hole in its fuselage after a mysterious ``explosive decompression,'' officials said.

Qantas jet makes emergency landing with gaping hole in fuselage


In a fresh advisory, the US today warned of ``imminent'' terror attacks in New Delhi, particularly in market places like Connaught Place, Greater Kailash and Chandni Chowk, which are ``attractive targets'' for terror groups.

US warns of 'imminent' terror attacks in New Delhi


Green warned that the switch from RPI to CPI as a benchmark for inflation would 'wreak havoc' on pension funds.

Switch to CPI could 'wreak havoc' on pension funds


Flextronics has dedicated one million square feet to create a Clean Tech super site at its established facility in Port of Tanjung Pelepas Malaysia.

Flextronics dedicates one million square feet to Clean Tech


German truck maker and engineering firm MAN SE said it sees a ``high level of uncertainty and subdued growth prospects'' for its core commercial vehicles operations in 2012, but it nevertheless expects the European market to be ``broadly stable'' this year.

MAN SE sees high level of uncertainty, 'subdued' growth prospects 2012


State-controlled investment group Dubai World said on Thursday it has cut back its worldwide workforce by 15 percent to below 70,000 because of the global financial crisis.

Dubai World cuts workforce by 15 percent


Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, who tried to bring down Northwest flight 253 over Detroit on Christmas Day 2009 with an underwear bomb, said he was was ``proud to kill in the name of God'' before he was sentenced to multiple life sentences today in a Detroit courtroom.

Underwear bomber: 'proud to kill in the name of God'


The assault charge against former Springbok star Percy Montgomery was withdrawn on Friday morning, the Independent Online reported.

Assault charge against Percy Montgomery withdrawn


To paraphrase Winston Churchill, Super Tuesday is not the end, but it is more than the end of the beginning.


Blockbuster Inc. said Friday that it has completed the amendment of its revolving and term loan facility, easing concern about the struggling video rental company's liquidity at least for the time being.

Blockbuster completes amendment of revolving and term loan facility


Mike Bellotti announced Tuesday that he will eventually step aside as University of Oregon's head football coach and move into the school's athletic director role.


Sfeir, in an interview with Quds al-Arabi magazine, said the premiership and speakership nominations are not his business.

Sfeir says premiership, speakership not his business


A NEW primary school is set to open in Slough to help ease the town's long-term classroom places crisis.

New school is set to open to ease classroom places crisis


A 64-year-old Watertown man has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy.

Watertown man guilty of sexually assaulting a boy


The last three Malian soldiers held hostage by Tuareg rebels led by Ibrahim Ag Bahanga were freed on Sunday, the Malian presidency announced in a statement.

Last three Malian soldiers held by Tuareg rebels freed: presidency


Just as he was closing in on No. 1 in the world and possibly his first major, Lee Westwood of England withdrew Friday from the PGA Championship with an injury that even puts the Ryder Cup in doubt.

Lee Westwood withdraws from PGA Championship


Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez has a sore right shoulder and is expected to be limited to designated hitter until early next week.


``Everybody was young once,'' a court heard a lawyer say in defence of a 24-year-old Belgian national who admitted to assaulting three police officers who tried to help him while he was in a drunken stupor in Floriana.


A New Hampshire woman is accused of impersonating a cop after real police officers arrested her for driving under the influence last night in the city.

New Hampshire woman accused of impersonating cop


A man is seriously hurt after crashing into the back of a manure truck.

Man hurt after crashing into manure truck


A Denmark, South Carolina, man was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for his role in a long-term drug conspiracy in the Orangeburg area, involving kilograms of crack cocaine and cocaine.

Denmark man sentenced to 30 years for his role in drug conspiracy


Tens of thousands of Palestinians on Friday protested against deadly Israeli raids as the Zionist regime mulled a major ground invasion in Gaza.

Thousands of Palestinians protest deadly Israeli raids


A Pakistani judge has granted bail to a mentally disabled Christian girl accused of insulting Islam for burning pages of the religion's holy book.

Pakistan judge grants bail to disabled Christian girl


Enbridge Inc. was investigating Monday the possibility of an oil pipeline leak near Buffalo, NY

Enbridge investigating possibility of leak


India hiked its main interest rates on Tuesday for a fourth time this year in a fresh bid to tame double-digit inflation that is souring the experience of economic growth for millions of poor citizens.

India hikes rates for fourth time this year


A blaze seriously damaged a popular Hamlet restaurant during Tuesday's early morning hours.

Blaze seriously damaged popular Hamlet restaurant


Romania is not affected by the halt of gas deliveries from Russia to the Balkans, as gas supplies are still flowing within normal parameters, representatives of the Economy Ministry told.

Romania is not affected by halt of gas deliveries from Russia


World War One relic stolen from RSL Updated: 12:06, Wednesday April 24, 2013 An historic relic of Diggers from the battlefields of Gallipoli and The Somme has been stolen from a South Australian RSL.


Former Australia Test opener Justin Langer feels out-of-form Matthew Hayden was unsure about his future and speculation about his retirement will distract the left-hander and extend his bad patch further.


A public viewing was conducted Friday for rapper Nate Dogg, giving fans a chance to pay their final respects to the Long Beach native whose rap career spanned three decades.


Tata Elxsi has target of Rs 250, says VVLN Shastri, CEO and Head-Equity Research, Firstcall India Equity Advisors.


The Eagles have placed second year safety Kurt Coleman on IR with a biceps injury he sustained against the Cowboys.


Meanwhile Apple slipped in the smartphone market.


Former Fairfax Media chief executive David Kirk is joining the board of trans-Pacific data cable company Pacific Fibre and is investing in the project.


Steelworkers are meeting with Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel to try to save a Washington County mill.

Steelworkers trying to save Washington County mill.


A United States Air Force Academy cadet died over the weekend in a car crash on campus.

Air Force Academy cadet dies in car crash on campus


The college teachers in state will retire at the age of 60 years with all the benefits, including the 80% arrears lying with the Centre, which had insisted that if the retirement age is not extended to 65 years, the arrears won't be released to Bengal.

College teachers to retire at 60 with all benefits


4/16/2008 8:51:39 AM The dollar plunged to a monthly low of .9370 versus the aussie following the release of data showing that US consumer prices came in line with expectations and that housing starts dropped to their lowest level in 17 years.

Dollar plunges to monthly low versus aussie


mobi - the only Internet address created specifically for mobile phones - today announced that award-winning country music artist Tim McGraw has launched a mobile Internet site: mcgraw2go.mobi.


Aviva will sell its Australian life and pensions business along with its wealth management platform to National Australia Bank in a A$925m deal.

Aviva to sell Australian life and pensions business for a$925m


A homemade bomb allegedly planted by Muslim separatist rebels exploded in front of a public school in the southern Philippines yesterday, but no one was hurt, an army spokesman said.


Chris Brown has joined Justin Bieber on stage in Australia during one of the teen singer's 'My World' tour concerts.

Chris Brown joins Justin Bieber on stage


Michael Owen has admitted that he ``felt most at home'' during his 13-year career at Liverpool from youth level to professional.


SCIENTISTS claim to have found that liver can kill immune cells, a finding which they claim may pave the way for new approaches to transplant rejection, and fight against hepatitis and other chronic liver diseases.


Kevin Durant moved to small forward for the Thunder on Tuesday, scoring 29 points on 9-of-19 field goals and 8-of-8 free throws in a tough loss to Phoenix.

Durant moves to small forward for Thunder


FORT PIERCE, Fla. ― Two men are charged in St. Lucie County with illegally catching an alligator after a woman jumped on its back.

2 charged with illegally catching alligator


Sterling has hit a record low against the euro as markets anticipate more UK interest rate cuts.


Light winds in the Table Mountain parking lot off Cape Town made for a tricky start for the eight boats in the Volvo round the world race as they set off on their 4,450-mile second leg to Kochi, in south-west India.

Winds make for tricky start to Volvo round the world race


Matson Navigation Co. announced Monday that it will lower its fuel related surcharge by 3.5 percentage points for its services in the CNMI, Guam, Micronesia, and Hawaii following the recent cuts in bunker fuel prices.


The troubled IMF Chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn has apparently lost support of the US White House as he faces charges of sexually assaulting a hotel maid.

IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn loses support of White House


Icelandic pop singer Bjork attacked a news photographer in New Zealand, ripping his shirt in half after he ignored a request not to snap any shots, the New Zealand Herald reported on Monday.

Bjork attacks photographer in New Zealand


The Hosea Kutako peer group, known as OtjaHosea, is to support the best learner at the Hosea Kutako Primary School at the village of Okomukaru in the Aminuis Constituency this year.

OtjaHosea peer group to support best learner


Katy Perry has equalled a US chart record after having a fifth number one single off the same album.


Israeli fashion great Lea Gottlieb died on Saturday evening in Tel Aviv at the age of 94.


Lauren Steltzer said her pet chicken, Connie, was killed with a bow and arrow shortly after escaping on March 29.


Airbnb, the San Francisco startup that lets people rent out a couch, spare room or that villa that's gathering dust in Napa, has raised $7.2 million in funding and said it expects to reach 1 million rooms booked through its site by the end of the year.


A set of golf clubs were stolen from a car in broad daylight in Northampton.

Golf clubs stolen from car in broad daylight


FDI in retail may be a reality by August 15 as the government is working towards building a consensus on the issue.

FDI in retail may be a reality by aug 15:


Savings power-player Bank of Baroda will launch its first Isas later this year, This is Money can reveal.


Hawes, who has missed 26 of the past 28 games with a strained left Achilles, is expected to start at center Wednesday at Indiana, Calkins Newspapers reports.

Spencer Hawes: (Achilles) expected to start Wednesday


Pokerstars and amfAR team up to battle HIV/AIDS, and you too can find yourself playing amongst some of the biggest names in entertainment, sports and poker, all for a great cause.

PokerStars and amfAR team up to battle HIV/AIDS


Peter Steele is dead at 48, news that Peter Steele has died confirmed Thursday.


Indiana Borough police are continuing to search for a 44-year-old woman who has been missing since Monday.


A man from Savage was sentenced to 10 years of supervised probation on Monday, Sept. 17 for selling heroin to a confidential informant after a controlled buy was executed late last year.

Man sentenced for selling heroin to informant


Anil Manghnani, Modern Shares & Stock Brokers is of the view that Bharti Airtel may slip to Rs 232.


Financial crisis drives Cyprus presidential poll Cypriots vote Sunday for a new president to guide them through a severe economic crisis as their country becomes the latest financially troubled European nation seeking international rescue money.


With the country sinking deeper into recession, the Federal Reserve launched a bold $1.2 trillion effort Wednesday to lower rates on mortgages and other consumer debt, spur spending and revive the economy.

Federal Reserve launches bold $1.2 trillion effort to revive economy


WGN Radio announced changes to its weekend schedule, including the return of ``Sports Central Weekend'' hosted by former Chicago Bear Glen Kozlowski and Alex Quigley.

WGN Radio announces changes to weekend schedule


AP Writer The German government on Wednesday approved a stimulus package aimed at helping Europe's biggest economy weather the financial crisis, with measures including tax breaks on new cars and credit assistance for companies.

German government approves stimulus package


A tall, thin man tried to steal OxyContin from a CVS pharmacy Thursday afternoon but left empty-handed after a pharmacist said the store had none of the prescription painkiller, a police spokesman said.

Man tries to steal OxyContin from CVS pharmacy


Bank of America today announced that it is launching three new travel rewards credit cards that give consumers and small businesses the flexibility to use points to pay for a variety of travel expenses, including flights, hotels, vacation packages, cruises, rental cars and more.

Bank of America launches three new travel Rewards credit cards


A Utah-based company has developed a predictive genetic test for the crippling disease scoliosis.

Company develops genetic test for scoliosis


Canadian operator Telus has launched nine new Chinese channels, for a total of twelve.

Telus launches nine new Chinese channels


After being closed for a renovation, the Green Bean is scheduled to reopen for lunch today, according to its Facebook page.


The late BBC entertainer Jimmy Savile is a suspect in 199 crimes recorded so far, including dozens of cases of rape, British police said Wednesday.

Jimmy Savile is suspect in 199 crimes, UK police say


The euro turned down on Monday, falling under $1.25 as equities extended their losses and Treasury bonds rose more on worries about Greece and the lack of details about Spain's weekend bailout.


The US has lost billions of dollars to waste and fraud in Iraq and Afghanistan and stands to repeat that in future wars without big changes in how the government awards and manages contracts for battlefield support and reconstruction projects, independent investigators said Wednesday.

US has lost billions to waste and fraud in Iraq and Afghanistan


Deportation proceedings have been put on hold for a former Utah Valley University student who spent about a year in jail for unlawfully possessing his roommate's credit card.


UAE-based RAK Ceramics, as the world's largest ceramics manufacturer, has launched its mobile website, designed for handheld and touch-screen interfaces.


How Scottish Are You? by Cameron McPhail, uses knowledge of the velocity of jam sandwiches, the philosophical musings of Chic Murray and whether Alex Ferguson is Scotland's most successful export, to ascertain an answer.


Bollywood actress Aditi Rao Hydari is all set to make her international singing debut with acclaimed 3D animated film ``Ice Age:

Aditi Rao Hydari makes international debut with 'Ice Age:


A man leads police on a chase after being pulled over early Monday morning.


Wendy Harder of Mission Viejo, CA, won a farm dinner at Isabelle Farms in Lafayette, CO. Video by Cliff Grassmick


After a couple of failed attempts, the Regional Transport Office of Pune has decided to revive the pre-paid autorickshaw system at the Lohegaon airport, the Pune railway station and the Swargate ST bus terminus.

Regional transport Office to revive pre-paid autorickshaw system


She tweeted, ``I WANT. DRIVING LESSONS...an machete BUT. IWANT.DRIVING.LESSONS.MORE.''


John McCain denied a romantic relationship with a female American telecommunications lobbyist on Thursday and said a report by the New York Times suggesting favouritism for her clients is ``not true''.

McCain denies relationship with lobbyist


Golden girl Ramya is reportedly teaming up with actor Dhanush again.


Pirates exchanged fire with security forces and hijacked a Greek-owned oil tanker with 24 Russian crew off Togo on Tuesday in the latest attack in the region, the International Maritime Bureau said.

Pirates hijack tanker with 24 Russian crew off Togo:


The DNA that originated from ancient viral infections are essential for a healthy pregnancy, says a new study.Retrovirus infections represent the most intimate host-pathogen relationship.

DNA originating from ancient viral infections may be essential for healthy pregnancy


Chief Justice of Pakistan Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry has said all people eyes are set on Bhutto reference case.

People's eyes are set on Bhutto reference case:


BP Plc, the UK company battling aa record oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, agreed to sell assets in North America and Egypt to Apache Corp. for $7 billion as part of its plans to raise cash to fund its liabilities.

BP agrees to sell assets to Apache for $7 billion


After months of preparation, a $10,000 grant from the History Channel and one weather cancellation, Montgomery Hall Park's oral history project kicked off Saturday.

Montgomery Hall park's oral history project kicks off


Ghana and Nigeria are considering a Nigerian proposal a possible exchange of prisoners between the two countries.


The Broadway play ``Impressionism'' has postponed its official opening by 12 days, its publicists said.


Mortgage applications rose 28.4 percent last week from the previous week, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported today as the 30-year fixed interest rate remained well below 6 percent.


Mortar shells landed inside the Somali presidential palace today during a news conference announcing the prime minister's move to the capital.

Shells land inside Somali presidential palace


Javier Saviola will leave Real Madrid as soon as possible.


President Nasheed has said that a lot of foreign investors were interested in investing in the Maldives.

Foreign investors interested in investing in the Maldives:


Miami Beach crews are working to repair a water main break near the La Gorce Golf Course in Miami Beach Wednesday morning.

Crews work to repair water main break in Miami Beach


The $8.5 billion transportation plan passed the Senate on a 37-11 vote Tuesday night and now goes to Gov. Chris Gregoire for final approval.


The latest buzz in tinsel town is that Anushka Sharma unlike other Bollywood actresses did not show any signs of insecurity and heartbreak post breakup with Ranveer Singh, her co-star in Band Baajaa Baaraat.

Anushka Sharma shows no signs of insecurity post breakup


About 1,000 American-born children are forced into the sex trade in Ohio every year and about 800 immigrants are sexually exploited and pushed into sweatshop-type jobs, a new report on human trafficking in the state said Wednesday.


Radar Online is reporting that now, she's four months pregnant with husband Nick Cannon's baby, who will never, ever seem old enough to have hair on his chest or cut a bagel.


A labor official says Rep. Hilda Solis of California will be nominated as labor secretary by President-elect Barack Obama.

Rep. Hilda Solis of California will be nominated as labor secretary.


Barcelona captain Carles Puyol will be out of action for around three weeks, according to the digital version of Sport and other Catalan media.

Barcelona captain Puyol out of action for three weeks


The former president of South Africa, Nelson Mandela, is responding positively to hospital treatment for a recurring lung infection, government officials have revealed.

Nelson Mandela 'responding positively' to hospital treatment for recurring lung infection


An electric car assembly company is coming to Franklin, Ky., with the help of $48 million in state incentives and 160 acres of ``shovel-ready'' land in the Rob Wilkey Industrial Park in Simpson County.

Electric car company coming to Franklin, Ky..


As per information provided by SA Health, it has been revealed the Royal Adelaide Hospital has improved its hygiene practices.

Royal Adelaide Hospital improves hygiene practices


in MUSIC NEWS ``I'm making an official announcement that i am taking a break from music. i'm trying to figure out who i am... w/out a mike, paper or pen. ``i promised myself that when it wasn't fun anymore i wouldn't do it. and here i am. i'm not saying i wont ever sing again in my life becuz i dont believe that. but in this moment... rt now... i got some things to figure out. ``i love you all and appreciate u soooooo much. u have no idea how much u've inspired me and fed my ego. but the truth is that i have to believe in me whether you all do or not. and thats what i'm lookin for. that belief in myself. me. I. i love us. thanks for being here for me and riding with me on this journey. let us continue.'' However the tweets were later removed from her page and she took to Twitter today to update concerned fans writing: ``i'm fine everyone. just switching things up a bit till i get it right.''

Jazmine sullivan to take a break from music


The Waldorf Men's Soccer team was beat at home against conference opponent Grand View College on Wednesday, October 1st.

Men's Soccer beat at home against Grand View College


A Lancaster attorney has been permanently disbarred from his law practice by the Supreme Court of Ohio.

Lancaster attorney disbarred from law practice


Iranians began voting Friday for a new president after a fiery campaign which has seen moderate ex-premier Mir Hossein Mousavi emerge as the main challenger to incumbent hardliner Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.


British Open champion Darren Clarke has withdrawn from next month's US Open in San Francisco because of a groin injury.

Darren Clarke withdraws from US Open due to groin injury


The Rolling Stones have added second shows in Anaheim, Los Angeles, Boston and Philadelphia due to overwhelming demand.

Rolling Stones add second shows in Anaheim, Los Angeles, Boston and philly


Wisconsin head football coach Bret Bielema spoke with the media Monday during the Wisconsin Athletics' Weekly Press Conference.


Cameron Diaz, star of There's Something About Mary and the Charlie's Angels movies, has finally admitted that she is really hot and not at all annoying.

Cameron Diaz admits she's hot, not annoying


Incredible amateur footage of the San Francisco gas blast has emerged, showing the overwhelming power of the flames that killed four and destroyed dozens of homes.

Incredible footage of San Francisco gas blast emerges


Fifa has launched 2500 legal actions around the globe to protect its World Cup brand, a senior official of football's governing body has said.

Fifa launches 2500 actions to protect World Cup brand


The MBTA has resumed full, regular service on all subway, bus and commuter rail lines.


However, Vaughn is happy to now be a Diamond.


June 22 Mexico has filed suit against the state of Arizona over the controversial immigration law which was signed into law by Arizona Governor Jan Brewer and will take effect on June 29.

Mexico files suit against Arizona over immigration law


Construction and services group Balfour Beatty will replace HBOS in the FTSE 100 index from the start of trading on Jan 19 following the bank's takeover by Lloyds TSB, indexes complier FTSE said on Wednesday.

Balfour Beatty to replace HBOS in FTSE 100


India's exports may not sustain their high growth rate in the coming months due to uncertain economic conditions in Europe and other Western markets, a Finance Ministry note said.

Exports may not sustain high growth rate:


Two Nottinghamshire men have been convicted of murdering a man at his home in the county.


TWO Cleveland Police officers and two civilian members of staff have been suspended over alleged misconduct.

Cleveland police officers suspended over alleged misconduct


Sterling rose against a struggling euro in light trade on Monday as the single currency was hampered by debt worries, but gains for the pound were slight, with UK exposure to the eurozone hampering the rally.


State and federal officials issued two separate unemployment reports Friday that offered complex but similar signals that the job market has hit bottom and is poised to bounce back.


It is alleged that the police were patrolling when they receive a call about a foetus that was found at the dust bin, when they went there to investigate they met Netcare 911.


Younus, who lost captaincy to Mohammed Yousuf for the Test series in New Zealand and was not considered for the forthcoming Australian tour, is attending a five-day coaching course which started from Monday.


Brazil soccer legend Pele congratulated bitter rivals Argentina on their World Cup qualification on Thursday.


A man shot and killed by Oakland police after he allegedly tried to flee with an officer trapped in his car was identified Tuesday as 37-year-old Charley Griffin.


WIMBLEDON, England - Wimbledon officials played down swine flu fears Monday after four ball boys and girls were asked to remain home because of flu symptoms.


The Idaho and Washington prep basketball polls were released Wednesday, and there are five teams from the Tribune's circulation area ranked No. 1.


A Taiwanese couple recently began a Facebook campaign to teach users of the social networking site how to block applications they do not like, helping them simplify their Facebook page and keep it focused on their friends' updates.

Facebook campaign teaches users how to block applications


The Russian Orthodox Church is praying for the departed on Meatfare Saturday, which this year falls on February 6.

Russian Orthodox Christians pray for departed on Meatfare Saturday


Lawmakers are softening their stance on denying bonuses to employees of bailed-out financial institutions after President Barack Obama warned them against alienating the industry.

Lawmakers softening stance on denying bonuses


Israel bombarded the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip with about 300 airstrikes Saturday and shot down a Palestinian rocket fired at Tel Aviv, the military said, widening a blistering assault to include the Hamas prime minister's headquarters, a police compound and a vast network of smuggling tunnels.

Israel bombards Gaza Strip, shoots down rocket


Turkey will open an embassy in Djibouti by the end of this year, added Bozdag.

Turkey to open embassy in Djibouti by end of year


`` title=''Egypt allows doctors to pass into Gaza Strip after days of refusal `` width=''208`` height=''140`` align=''left`` />Rafah, Egypt - Eleven Arab doctors crossed into the Gaza Strip from Egypt on Friday to treat Palestinians injured in Israel's 14-day offensive, the official MENA news agency reported.


The BJP councillor held a meeting in the senior Deputy Mayor Parveen Bansal's office where they decided that they would meet the commissioner and also approach the higher authorities to upgrade the Fire Department.


Security officials say Pakistan has arrested a former Taliban spokesman released by Afghanistan in 2007 in exchange for a kidnapped Italian journalist.


- During the Synod of Bishops this week, Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, encouraged the recovery of the Sacrament of Reconciliation because it has become increasingly less common among the faithful.

Cardinal Bertone encourages recovery of Sacrament of Reconciliation


Rentech, Inc. announced today that it has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Beach Petroleum (ASX.

Rentech signs Memorandum of Understanding with Beach Petroleum


Authorities say a man lost his left leg after jumping in front of a South Florida commuter train.

Man loses leg after jumping in front of train


Electrical power has been restored in Warren and Woonsocket, RI, as of Sunday afternoon.

Electrical power restored in Warren, Woonsocket


Ground was broken Thursday for a new elementary school in Benld, Illinois to replace another school that began to break apart after only seven years thanks to being build atop an abandoned coal mine.


Authorities say an Auburn, Ala., infant died after having respiratory trouble during a scheduled visit to a doctor.

Auburn, Ala. infant dies during visit to doctor


Kell Brook says he will be the first fighter to stop tough Australian Lovemore N'dou when the pair meet in Brook's hometown of Sheffield on June 25.

Brook: 'I'll be first to stop Lovemore N'dou'


DAVID Beckham wants to stay at AC Milan after his loan from Los Angeles Galaxy finishes on March 9, the Serie A club's chief executive, Adriano Galliani, said on Tuesday.


A firefighter was treated for heat exhaustion after battling a house fire in temperatures near 90 degrees late Monday, firefighters said.

Firefighter treated for heat exhaustion after house fire


Reading will listen to offers for Nicky Shorey as the Premier League relegation credit crunch begins to bite.


TEHRAN -Iran intends to implement its comprehensive air defense plan in five years, said Army Commander Major General Ataollah Salehi on Wednesday.

Iran to implement air defense plan in five years


Word has it, both Miley Cyrus and Taylor Lautner's management teams have been trying to find a project the two can work on together.

Miley Cyrus & Taylor Lautner to team up?


The New Orleans metro area lost 1,200 jobs in June, largely because of a drop in education jobs brought on by the end of the school year, according to data released Friday by the Louisiana Workforce Commission.

New Orleans area lost 1,200 jobs in June


A roadside bomb has killed eight civilians in eastern Afghanistan, officials said, the latest attack in a surge of violence before a presidential election run-off next week.

Roadside bomb kills eight in Afghanistan


Injustice against Ogoni risks the fate of Nigeria, Says MOSOP President/Spokesman, Dr. Goodluck Diigbo

Injustice against Ogoni risks the fate of Nigeria - MOSOP


An Australian tourist has fallen to his death on Table Mountain, park officials said on Wednesday.

Tourist falls to his death on Table Mountain


Bosnian Serb wartime leader Radovan Karadzic refused to plead to genocide charges yesterday at the UN's Yugoslav war crimes court, prompting the judges to enter an automatic not guilty plea on his behalf.


Management Consulting has reported that it has performed in line with expectations since the announcement of its half-year results on 1 August.

Management consulting performing in line with expectations


Rare shaped square Art Deco burled mahogany center table.


Internal Security Minister George Saitoti has defended the role of the provincial administration saying it should be retained in the new the new constitutional dispensation.

Saitoti defends role of provincial administration


A Haines City man was injured Thursday morning in a single-car crash on State Road 400.


Just weeks after the New York hip-hop group was inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Beastie Boys member Adam Yauch has died at the age of 47.

Beastie Boys rapper Adam 'MCA' Yauch dies at 47


Airport operator BAA has decided to sell Stansted airport, following a ruling from the Court of Appeal, UK airport operator BAA has reluctantly decided to sell Stansted airport rather than appeal to the country's Supreme Court.


By Rick Longley/Willows Journal Glenn County supervisors approved a tolling agreement Tuesday with Willows and Orland on property tax collection fees.

Glenn county supervisors approve tolling agreement


Michaels Stores, Inc. today announced that it is commencing a tender offer to purchase any and all of its outstanding $750 million in aggregate principal amount of 10% Senior Notes due 2014 through a cash tender offer.


Kim Kardashian is being held ''hostage'' by her estranged husband Kris Humphries.

Kim Kardashian held 'hostage' by Kris Humphries


A Framingham teen shot another teen in the arm Wednesday with a BB gun, sending the boy to the hospital.


The Swiss central bank on Thursday cut its key interest rate by a quarter point to a range of zero to 0.75 percent, matching a historic low to tackle a sharper than forecast recession.

Switzerland cuts key rate to historic low


Former talk show host Montel Williams is cited at Mitchell International Airport while going through a security checkpoint.

Montel Williams cited at milwaukee Airport


Graeme McDowell has won the RBC Heritage in South Carolina after the final round gave way to a playoff between him and Webb Simpson.


A Lexus LFA supercar owned and driven by Paris Hilton has recently broke down in Beverly Hills on Wednesday and the AAA came to her rescue.

Lexus LFA owned by Paris Hilton breaks down in Beverly Hills


London, March 20 Actress Halle Berry has topped a Fab 40s poll conducted by a cable TV.


The Air National Guard has successfully live fire flight tested Lockheed Martin's SpectIR transportable infrared search and track pod which it recently acquired.

Air National Guard successfully flight tests Lockheed Martin's SpectIR pod


State health officials say the supply of rabies vaccine for humans is limited nationwide due to a higher demand and a production delay, and they're advising people to take steps to reduce the risks.


A private water supply scheme constructed by the Peoples' Action for New Development Steps was inaugurated at Minuthong along the Imphal River.


The Penguins failed to protect a two-goal lead and lost to Winnipeg, 4-2, at the MTS Centre tonight.


A home in North Little Rock was destroyed Wednesday night by a fire that may have originated with food on the stove.


Auckland has moved into second on the ladder after two of the three matches were washed out in the latest round of the domestic one day cricket competition.


FROM hiding, Muammar Gaddafi has denied rumours that he'd fled Libya and vowed never to leave the land of his ancestors and exhorted followers to keep fighting, according to an audio message broadcast today.


A cheerleader for Indianapolis' minor league football team is credited with saving her coach's life after he suffered a heart attack and collapsed during a game.

Cheerleader credited with saving coach's life


The current WBA champion Felix Sturm has confirmed his rematch with the former British and European middleweight champion Matthew Macklin in November 2011 as he wants to settle his dispute with the Irish pugilist.

WBA champion Felix Sturm confirms rematch with Matthew Macklin --


Oil prices fell and natural gas prices surged nearly 8 percent Thursday after the government reported that stockpiles dropped for the first time in nine months.


Mets utility man Marlon Anderson strained his left hamstring Friday night during New York's 6-5, 13-inning loss to the Colorado Rockies, further depleting New York's outfield.

Mets of Marlon Anderson strains hamstring


The Kansas City Chiefs signed running back Peyton Hillis on Wednesday, giving the team a formidable duo in the ground game with Jamaal Charles.

Chiefs sign free-agent runningback Peyton Hillis


The Evangelical Church of Abu Dhabi will inaugurate its new worship centre with an Inauguration Service at 11 am on Sunday.

Evangelical Church to inaugurate new worship centre


A new report says Lake Erie is 1 of the most threatened of the five Great Lakes.

Lake Erie 1 of most threatened Great Lakes


The ACLU sued the US gov't on behalf of 15 Muslim-Americans placed on the no-fly list, arguing the feds must explain why they were on the list or let them fly.


Anglican leaders have condemned the act of burning of the Qur'an on March 20 in Florida, United States.

Anglican leaders condemn burning of the Qur'an;


Children born by elective caesarean are calmer, researchers have found, exhibiting fewer behavioral and emotional problems than those born normally.

Children born by elective caesarean, 'calmer'


A man suffered two broken ribs after he was attacked by his stepfather, authorities say.

Man suffers two broken ribs in attack by stepfather


The construction workload in the UK has fallen to its lowest level since spring 2006 according to the Federation of Master Builders.

Construction falls to lowest level since spring 2006


Peterborough MP Dean Del Mastro wants to hear from local victims of crime as the federal Conservative government pushes its judicial reform agenda.


Canadian folk singer Kate McGarrigle died Monday January 18 at her home in Montreal after losing her battle with cancer.

Singer Kate McGarrigle loses battle with cancer


DC United announced today that it acquired the rights to midfielder John DiRaimondo through the waiver draft.


Age may be an asset at work, or no issue at all, according to an AP-LifeGoesStrong.com poll.


Mobile operator Mobitel, working under the Beeline Georgia brand, has launched a promotion for Alcatel handsets at its Beeline flagship retail outlets.

Mobitel launches promotion for Alcatel handsets


An Invercargill man who killed his ex-partner's lover in a frenzied knife attack was jailed for eight years when he appeared in Invercargill High Court today.

Man who killed ex-partner's lover jailed for eight years


Singer Helen Reddy has been confined to a wheelchair as she recovers from a back injury.

Helen Reddy - Helen Reddy recovering from back injury


Diving projects need to be planned by companies, while the correct equipment must always be used, the Health and Safety Executive has urged.


Rightmove says it expects house prices to fall over the next three months as new sellers drop their asking prices.

Rightmove says house prices will fall for next three months


Uzbekistan is celebrating Flag Day today to honor the country's foremost symbol of sovereignty - the flag - as well as the national emblem and anthem.


The Nixzaliz Santiago murder trial was put on hold today, as lawyers wait for a judge to rule on whether or not a newspaper article can be entered as evidence.


IBM has terminated its contract with the University of Illinois to provide the supercomputer for the National Center for Supercomputing Applications' Blue Waters project.

Ibm terminates contract with University of Illinois


On the night when former Eagle Brian Dawkins was honored, the Philadelphia Eagles took down the arch rival Giants, 19-17 behind a strong defensive effort.

Philadelphia Eagles take down rival Giants


Influential singer-guitarist Bert Jansch died at the age of 67 Wednesday after losing his battle with lung cancer.

Influential guitarist Bert Jansch dies at the age of 67


Anti-corruption activist Anna Hazare on Sunday said that the fight against corruption will continue till the time there is a change in the system.

The fight against corruption will continue:


Nguyen Minh Duc, senior security director at Bach Khoa Internetwork Security in Vietnam, is claiming that last week's cyber attacks on the United States and South Korea originated in Britain, not North Korea.


New Law Minister Ashwani Kumar on Sunday said the need of the hour is to reduce delays in justice delivery system and to restore the balance in different organs of the government.

Ashwani Kumar for reducing delays in justice delivery system


A WOMAN was seriously injured when she was hit by a garbage truck in Macleod.


A prominent Chinese government forensic scientist has questioned the cause of death of a murdered British businessman, casting doubt on the official version of a scandal that reached into the upper levels of the Communist Party.

Chinese forensic scientist questions cause of death in murder of British businessman


NAIROBI High yielding biotech cotton will be commercialized in Kenya by the end of 2014, Kenya Agricultural Research Institute scientist said on Thursday.

Biotech cotton to be commercialized in Kenya by end of 2014


Families with children of all ages are invited to a Readathon at the Berkeley Heights Public Library hosted by Girl Scout Troop No. 632 to celebrate the recent opening of the renovated Children's Department.


As Buffett announced today, he was diagnosed with Stage I prostate cancer last Wednesday, after a biopsy the previous day.

Warren Buffett diagnosed with prostate cancer


The brother of actress Sofia Vergara has been deported from Miami back to his native Colombia due to his extensive criminal record, The Miami Herald reported Thursday.


Now according to the guys over at Droid Life, The Droid Incredible 4G LTE will retail for $149 after a $50 mail in rebate, this price has yet to be confirmed by Verizon Wireless.

Droid Incredible 4G LTE to retail for $149?


Asian stock market are mostly trading in positive territory on Tuesday with investors picking up stocks, shrugging off an early setback.

Asian markets mostly trade in positive territory


Two hikers, including one from Illinois, have been rescued in the Alaska wilderness after visiting the bus made famous in the Sean Penn-directed movie ``Into the Wild.''


US President Barack Obama has asked the Syrian government to stop repressing its citizens, after at least 170 people were killed in three weeks of pro-democracy protests that has shaken the regime of President Bashar Assad.

Obama asks Syrian government to stop repressing citizens


Czech nationals Petr Svacha and Emil Kucera, who were arrested on charges of illegally collecting rare insects from the Singalila National Park, were finally granted interim bail by the chief judicial magistrate's court in Darjeeling on Friday.


Two top Croatian football officials were detained under suspicion of taking bribes and rigging matches, police said on Friday.


Harris County Incumbent Judge Ed Emmett, a Republican, is poised for a decisive win after the votes are totaled.

Harris county Judge Ed Emmett poised for decisive win


Niger police arrested former prime minister, Seini Oumarou, and three other former senior officials Thursday.

Niger police arrest former prime minister, senior officials


BJP chief Rajnath Singh on Tuesday demanded a Supreme Court-monitored comprehensive probe into the chopper deal to bring the guilty to book saying ``criminal cases are not solved through debates but by swift action''.

Supreme Court should monitor probe into chopper deal:


YUMA, Ariz. ― Authorities say a Winterhaven, Calif., man was slashed with a machete during an altercation with a neighbor over picked tomatoes.

Winterhaven, Calif., man slashed by machete


Philippine President Benigno Aquino censored his Facebook page yesterday after Internet users ignored an appeal to stop bashing his government over its handling of the deadly hostage crisis.


OLDHAM have made a triple swoop, signing former Swinton and Blackpool forward Chris Brandand former Wigan duo Mike Priest and Luke Rhoden.


'Twelve Steps', which was performed at the Citadel, Victoria, 10 times, came to an end on September 18.


A group of environmentalists in northern Idaho is suing the US Army Corps of Engineers in a bid to protect hundreds of trees lining an earthen levee in Coeur d'Alene.

Environmentalists sue US Army Corps of Engineers


London, July 2 US talk show icon Larry King is not retiring, it's only his show that is coming to an end, says his representative.


On March 8, International Women's Day, ACDI/VOCA will mark its commitment to gender equity, women's empowerment and inclusive economic development with multiple events in Washington and overseas.


Vanessa Hudgens has dismissed rumors she's dating ``The Kids Are All Right'' star Josh Hutcherson, insisting the two are just ``friends.''

Vanessa Hudgens: 'Josh Hutcherson and i are just friends'


Democratic US Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones, who died from a brain hemorrhage at age 58, was remembered as a trailblazer whose energy and outspokenness made her one of Congress' most dynamic leaders.

Stephanie Tubbs Jones remembered as a trailblazer


O2 has enhanced the internet experience on top end handsets following customer demand for ease of use.

O2 enhance the internet experience on top end handsets


Prince Harry stepped up for a gay soldier who was facing a homophobic attack from six members of another regiment, the UK MailOnline reports.


Peter Andre has claimed that he is fed up of talking about his ex-wife Katie Price.

Peter Andre fed up talking about Katie Price


Georgia's public virtual charter school will hold a special information session in Covington today.

Virtual school to hold information session in Covington


After litigating for more than five years, attorneys on both sides of a shareholder lawsuit against King Pharmaceuticals are ready to settle the case.

Attorneys on both sides of shareholder lawsuit against King Pharmaceuticals ready to settle


A 71-year-old southern Missouri man dies of natural causes while boating on Table Rock Lake.

Man dies while boating on Table Rock Lake


Pakistan Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani has said that under the constitution, he was answerable only to parliament and not to any individual.


Police are appealing for witnesses to a crash on the M1 which this morning which they believe involved a stolen car.

Police appeal for witnesses after crash on M1


TAOISEACH BRIAN Cowen will announce the date of the general election in the Dáil on Tuesday.

Cowen to announce date of general election on Tuesday


Canada's fabled East Coast fishery, which was feared to be gone forever, is showing ``very positive'' signs of recovery, according to scientists.

East Coast fishery shows signs of recovery


A Lockport man has been charged with sexual abuse of a child under the age of 11, while another child was in the room.

Lockport man charged with sexual abuse of child


COURTS in North Wales will start closing in just two months after the Government rejected last-minute appeals to keep them open.

Courts in North Wales to close in just two months


Macedonia reported a minus 1.4% GDP growth in the second quarter of 2009, thus officially entering recession, Makfax informed.


London, Sep 25 Can personality trait be a factor in weight loss?

Personality trait a factor in weight loss:


Heavyweight motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson Inc said on Tuesday that it plans to set up an assembly facility in Haryana to serve the local market, using US - made component kits.

Harley plans to set up assembly facility in Haryana


Former Chicago Bears wide receiver Sam Hurd is preparing a guilty plea for a federal drug conspiracy charge in advance of his April 15 court date.

Former Bears receiver Sam Hurd preparing guilty plea for drug conspiracy charge


Jim Rutherford, President and General Manager of the National Hockey League's Carolina Hurricanes, today announced that forward Tuomo Ruutu underwent successful shoulder surgery this morning.


Edible oil-maker, Sanwaria Agro Oils, plans to raise about Rs150 crore over the next two months to expand its soybean crushing and refinery capacity as well as to buy plantations overseas.

Sanwaria Agro Oils to raise Rs150 crore over next two months


Gary Matthews, Jr. will start in center field for the Mets on Opening Day Monday, manager Jerry Manuel told reporters during a workout here at Citi Field.

Gary Matthews, Jr. will start in center field for ny Mets on Opening day


France outclassed Ireland for the second time in seven days with a convincing 26-22 win in a World Cup warm-up on Saturday, ending their preparations on a high and leaving Ireland needing to regroup after a third successive defeat.


PRINCE Harry has arrived in Brazil for an action-packed three-day official visit championing all things British.


North Korea told a senior US envoy that UN sanctions imposed on the communist regime for its nuclear defiance must be lifted, a report said Wednesday.


Today the Health and Social Care Bill gained Royal Assent to become the Health and Social Care Act.

Health and Social Care Bill gains Royal Assent


Interior Minister Rehman Malik on Wednesday categorically said that India was interfering in Balochistan while missing Baloch were forcibly taken to training camps in Afghanistan.


The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, left Monday for Russia on a three-day visit to attend two multilateral summits.


Canadian military commander Col. David Russell Williams was sentenced on Thursday to two life terms in prison for the murders of Cpl. Marie-France Comeau and Jessica Loyd, local media reported.

Canadian commander sentenced to two life terms in prison


A former child welfare worker has been ordered to stand trial for sexual assault of a teenage boy he supervised in Riverside County.

Child welfare worker to stand trial for assaulting boy


A MAN who stole a television set from a supermarket almost six years ago was fined €200 when he appeared at Dundalk District Court last Wednesday.


A Taiwanese scientist has developed an earthquake alarm that could give people a crucial 15-second warning in case of a tremor, a team member says.


TCU athletics director Danny Morrison has announced that head football coach Gary Patterson has agreed to a new contract that runs through the 2014 season.


A former wedding photographer has pleaded guilty after ripping off dozens of newlyweds.

Former wedding photographer pleads guilty


Opposite to what the people are thinking, Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart don't spend their weekends partying at the hottest clubs in NY or LA Robert Pattinson said he needs to call someone since no one have called him since he reached to stardom.

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart spend weekend by themselves


Boeing Co. said on Tuesday that Russian airline UTair had signed an order for 40 737s worth $3.8 billion at list prices.

Boeing says russia's UTair signs order for 40 737s


Woolworths exec quits Updated: 00:51, Saturday October 6, 2012 Simon Berger, the Woolworths executive who donated the chaff bag jacket to the dinner that triggered a furore over Alan Jones' comments about the prime minister's father, has resigned from the retailing giant.


Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne completed more than 1,600 successful booster missions with its rocket engines -- the highest number of launches ever achieved by a US company.

Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne completes more than 1,600 successful booster missions


Two MTech students drowned in Gandipet lake where they reportedly went fishing on Sunday afternoon.


More charges have been filed against four Alabama fugitives captured a week ago after a standoff in southwestern North Dakota.

More charges filed against Alabama fugitives


A coupon program meant to help owners of analog TV's to make the switch to digital may be expanded.