The Titans have re-signed Chris Simms after releasing him prior to their game against the Ravens this Sunday.


SandRidge Energy, Inc. today announced that it is selling shares of its preferred and common stock in connection with the planned acquisition of oil and gas properties in the Permian Basin from Forest Oil Corporation.

SandRidge Energy, Inc. to sell preferred and common stock


Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said on Wednesday there was no plan to nationalise troubled US bank Citigroup, causing stocks on Wall Street to trim losses.

Bernanke says no plans to nationalise Citigroup


World No 1 Victoria Azarenka rolled into the third round of the US Open with an emphatic 6-2 6-2 victory over Belgian qualifier Kirsten Flipkens on Wednesday.

Azarenka rolls into third round of US Open


When Donald Trump demands $5 million, people tend to start talking.


Russian warships have arrived off Venezuela's coast for naval exercises meant to showcase deepening relations between President Hugo Chavez's government and Moscow.

Russian warships arrive off venezuelas coast


UK-based supply chain provider Wincanton has announced that it will introduce 20 new curtain-sided Teardrop trailers into its construction transport operation.

Wincanton to introduce 20 new Teardrop trailers


Jerusalem, Dec 7 Basic human rights, such as health, a life of dignity, education, housing, equality, freedom from racism, freedom of expression, privacy and democracy are increasingly being violated in Israel, a human rights watchdog group said Sunday.In its annual report, the Association of Civil Rights in Israel pointed to ``extremely worrisome trends at the centre of which are violations of the most elementary human rights.''

Human rights increasingly violated in Israel:


The Maldivian student who was arrested in Malaysia without a passport has been released on Wednesday.

Maldivian student arrested in Malaysia without passport, released


The deadly blast at Venezuela's biggest oil facility - which killed at least 24 people and wounded more than 80 - was caused by a gas leak, officials said.


Currently, it is noted there are 27,920 Jakarta residents suffered illiteracy.


The performance is a benefit for Alternatives to Violence, the Tehama County agency that helps men and women who are experiencing domestic violence in their lives.

Performance to benefit Alternatives to violence


LONDON -Aston Villa came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 in the Premier League on Saturday with headed goals from center backs Richard Dunne and James Collins.

Aston Villa beats Chelsea 2-1 in Premier league


Nottinghamshire batsman Alistair Brown has confirmed that he will retire at the end of the current season.


06:13 Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer has admitted that he is considering his captaincy options ahead of Saturday's first test of the season against Italy at Growthpoint Kings Park.


Dallas McKennon, a prolific voice actor for more than 50 years in animated films and TV shows, died Tuesday morning at the age of 89.


Some 20-30 people have gathered in downtown Sofia to protest against smoking in public places, FOCUS News Agency reports.

Some 30 people gather in Sofia to protest against smoking in public places


By Paula Horton, Herald staff writer Two documented gang members were arrested near a Pasco club early Saturday as they allegedly were about to challenge rival gang members to a fight, police said.


Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has revealed that during the Test series against India in Oct 2010, he egged on Indian batsman Rahul Dravid to continue playing.

Ricky Ponting egged on Dravid to continue playing


Eight rhinos have died in the past two months as poachers have become more ruthless in their attack against the endangered one-horned species.


Julian Assange will appear at Splendour In The Grass via a pre-recorded video message from his house arrest in Britain.


China won its 50th gold medal of the Beijing Olympic Games on Sunday when Zou Shiming won the men's light flyweight boxing final, defeating Mongolia's Serdamba Purevdorj.


she's been secretly dating British comedian Russell Brand, according to reports.


Rare right whales, such as these shown during a 2005 visit to Florida waters, have been spotted off Ormond Beach on Florida's east coast.


Remittances from Mexicans living and working abroad fell 15.4 percent in April from the previous month, the biggest drop so far this year, the country's interior ministry said Thursday.

Remittances to Mexico fell 15.4 percent in April


THE WORLD'S most powerful finance chiefs will meet at a top secret West Sussex venue next Saturday for crisis talks on the global financial melt-down.

World's finance chiefs to meet in West Sussex


A small plane made an emergency landing Tuesday afternoon in the mud near Lake Okeechobee.

Plane makes emergency landing near lake Okeechobee


A Massachusetts judge has granted a restraining order to a Marshfield woman that also protects her dog.

Restraining order for Marshfield woman also protects dog


NATO leaders agreed Sunday to launch the first phase of a missile shield to protect Europe, an alliance official told AFP, despite Russian opposition to the system.

NATO leaders launch first phase of missile shield: official


Scientists have used brain scans to delve into people's minds and predict what films they are thinking about from one moment to the next.

Scientists use brain scans to delve into minds


Hillary Clinton, Secretary of State, will meet with the Haitian president while visiting the Caribbean nation.

Hillary Clinton to meet with Haitian president


The military prosecutor's office has sent a case on the murder of a soldier from Odesa garrison, which occurred in Nov. 2009, to the courts, the press service of the Prosecutor General's Office reported on Thursday.

Prosecutor's office sends case on murder of soldier from Odesa garrison to court


Cheltenham based insurance broker Contact Insurance has urged small and medium sized businesses to review their business protection cover in light of recent research carried out by Scottish Widows.

Contact Insurance urge small businesses to review their business protection


The ``Syria is Fine'' festivity kicked off on Saturday in Lattakia governorate with a children art gallery and signing a statement proclaiming that Syria wishes to restore its occupied lands, pursue reforms and prevent foreign interference.

'Syria is Fine' festivity kicks off in Lattakia


A PRIMARY school in Northfleet has been placed under special measures after Ofsted inspectors found its teaching ``inadequate''.

Primary school in Northfleet placed under special measures by Ofsted


Even with her chart-topping records, scores of little monsters, concerts at venues like Madison Square Garden and an HBO documentary to capture it, Lady Gaga says she still has moments where she feels ``like a loser.''


Kyrgyz border service tightened control on the Kyrgyz-Tajik border in Batken region following an attack on the Tajik border post in the village of Surkh last Saturday, September 26.

Kyrgyzstan tightens control on Kyrgyz-Tajik border


PerthNow ANOTHER boat with 64 passengers and three crew on board has been intercepted near Christmas Island.

Boat with 64 passengers, three crew intercepted near Christmas Island


Akamai Technologies was upgraded by investment analysts at Credit Agricole from an ``outperform'' rating to a ``buy'' rating in a note issued to investors on Thursday.

Akamai Technologies upgraded by Credit Agricole to ``buy'' (akam)


``I am doing a film with Aamir. Over the years our chemistry will only get better, so it'll be better in this film,'' Rani told reporters here.


Three children were killed on Tuesday morning after a grenade they were playing with exploded in Cheptais region of Mt Elgon.

Three children killed after grenade explodes in Mt Elgon


Dallas, Texas, police are seeking criminal charges against three officers in the videotaped beating of a motorcyclist after a chase.

Dallas police seek charges against officers in videotaped beating


Former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin announced that he is pulling out of the race for President of France.


Amanda Seyfried doesn't think anyone will notice the fact that she is naked in biopic of porn star Linda Lovelace.

Amanda Seyfried: ``I don't think anyone will notice that I'm naked''


Republican Senator Marco Rubio, shifting his tone on the US immigration bill he helped to write, said on Tuesday he is now fully satisfied that the measure will do what it takes to secure the southern border with Mexico.

Republican senator Rubio shifts tone on us immigration bill


The California man accidentally set his house on fire while using a blowtorch to clear spider webs out of his backyard.

Man sets house on fire after using blowtorch on spider webs


Boulder police say two Colorado football players face second-degree assault charges stemming from separate off-campus incidents.


New York, Jun 29 A woman thief who wears a cat mask is on the prowl these days in the high-end stores of New York, according to the New York Post.

Woman thief wearing a cat mask is on the prowl in New York


Israeli soldiers detained two Palestinian youths in an industrial area located near the Erez Crossing, west of Beit Hanoun in the northern Gaza Strip, but later released one.

Israeli soldiers detain Palestinian youth


Former UFC welterweight Jon Fitch has officially signed with the World Series of Fighting.

Jon Fitch officially signs with World Series of Fighting


Import defensive lineman Charleston Hughes has signed a contract extension with the Calgary Stampeders.

Charleston Hughes signs extension with Stampeders


Ed Miliband warned of a ``crisis of politics'' as he acknowledged that all politicians need to do more to win back people's trust.


Republican congressional candidate Danny Tarkanian says that he is planning to file an appeal related to the almost $17 million judgment against him and his family.

Danny Tarkanian plans to file appeal of $17 million judgment


A former network administrator for Innovative Mattress Solutions LLC has pleaded guilty to federal computer fraud and faces the possibility of 10 years in prison.

Former network administrator pleads guilty to fraud


The principal of Lincoln Elementary School was cited by the North Platte police Tuesday for false reporting.


JSW Energy Ltd an affiliate of India's third largest steelmaker plans to double coal imports to 6 million tonnes in the financial year starting April as it expands power generation capacity.


Arizona State junior quarterback Brock Osweiler visited the Miami Dolphins today, he announced via his official Twitter account.


The Dismal Swamp Canal reopens Wednesday, nearly a month after closing because of wildfire and downed trees from Hurricane Irene.

Dismal Swamp canal reopens after wildfires, Hurricane Irene


After receiving a green light late Saturday night from the state Gaming Commission, Indiana Live Casino will officially open its doors Monday to the public.


Duke vs West Virginia live and online coverage you can check CBS Network for this because they are the one who has the official TV airing of NCAA 2010 Games.


Six people were jailed on felony charges since Sunday morning at the Western Regional Jail, according to booking records.


Mexican club Chivas has hired Ignacio Ambriz as its new coach, replacing Fernando Quirarte who resigned on Saturday after the club's third straight defeat to open the Clausura season.

Chivas hires Ignacio Ambriz as new coach


President Obama will return to the Peach State to encourage the graduating class at a historical college.


EU foreign ministers on Friday imposed sanctions on the wife and three other close relatives of Syrian President Bashar Assad, freezing their assets and banning them from traveling to the EU, in a continuing attempt to stop the crackdown on opposition.

EU imposes sanctions on assads wife,relatives


LPGA Golfer Erica Blasberg was found dead in her Las Vegas house Sunday afternoon; the police are investigating her death.


The terrorists who attacked Mumbai wanted to go down in history for an Indian 9/11, and were also inspired by the bombing of the Marriott hotel in Islamabad, media reports said.

Terrorists in Mumbai ``wanted an Indian 9/11''


More experts agree the Ontario Liberals are working toward a stronger province that will create good jobs and build sustainable communities across the province: ``We are encouraged to see that today's throne speech renewed the government's commitment to health care initiatives long advocated by Ontario's doctors.


Scientists at UC Santa Barbara have discovered a potential new drug delivery system.

Scientists discover potential drug delivery system


The assault and harassment charges against Kurt Angle were dropped today by judge Mary Murray due to Angle's ex-girlfriend continuing to stay at his house for nine days after the alleged incident took place.

Assault & harassment charges against Kurt Angle dropped


Coach Louis van Gaal will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season, one year before his contract was due to expire, the Bundesliga club said Monday.

Louis van Gaal leaving Bayern Munich at end of season


``Nifty is expected to trade in the range 5,290- 5,410. Below the given range 5,252 may act as strong support while 5,445 may act as resistance level. Bank Nifty Future has resistance around 10,880, and support at 10,440 and 10,325,`` said the broking house FairWealth.

Nifty expected to trade in range of 5,290-5,410:


US Senator Lamar Alexander told colleagues today that he will step down from the Senate Republican leadership in January when he completes four years as chairman of the Senate Republican Conference.

Sen. Alexander steps down from Republican leadership


In the meantime, we have suspended Jay Mariotti and are not featuring any new work from him.''


Kuomintang Chairman Wu Poh-hsiung arrived in Shanghai, the third stop of his six-day mainland trip, on Thursday afternoon after a two-day trip in Beijing.

Kuomintang Chairman Wu Poh-hsiung arrives in Shanghai


A Bethlehem teen who admitted he accidentally shot his friend has withdrawn his guilty plea to simple assault and two firearms offenses.


Patrick Willis will miss his first game since being drafted by the 49ers.


Wireless carrier Telefonica O2 Germany announced on Thursday that it would launch two new mobile phones as soon as mid-June, namely the Samsung Galaxy and the Toshiba TG01.

O2 Germany launches Samsung Galaxy and Toshiba TG01


After two days in positive territory, stocks gave up some ground Thursday as investors braced fro the release of November's unemployment report Friday.


X Factor hopefuls sang before their auditions at the ExCel London and spoke about their hopes for the competition.


Air France and its Dutch partner KLM announced new increases in their fuel surcharges on Wednesday in the face of rising oil prices.

Air France, KLM announce increases in fuel surcharges


Western troops could intervene in Syria if the collapse of President Bashar al-Assad's government leaves stockpiles of his chemical weapons vulnerable to terrorists, sources have revealed.


Emirates Airline on Tuesday cut air fares to 85 destinations following the recent drop in oil prices.


A man accused of starving and torturing his teenage daughter was convicted of child neglect late Friday, but jurors couldn't reach a verdict on several other charges.

Man accused of torturing daughter convicted of neglect


Uttar Pradesh will invest in product specific industrial infrastructure and set up national manufacturing investment zones that would create employment and boost growth, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said Sunday.

Uttar Pradesh to set up manufacturing investment zones


European stocks declined for a third day as investors speculated that economic fundamentals don't justify current stock valuations and Alcoa Inc. cut its forecast for global aluminum demand.

European stocks decline for a third day;


When it comes to protecting the welfare of Nova Scotians, who is minding the store?


THE Catholic diocese of Maitland-Newcastle has stood down a second parish priest to face a professional conduct investigation.


Remano Moodley, who was kept isolated at Kenmont School, in the Bluff, for more than two years because teachers said he was out of control, will return to class today after the Durban High Court found that the school had acted in bad faith.


A Shreveport police jailer was placed on administrative leave Tuesday by Chief Willie Shaw, a release says.


The Vancouver Canucks claimed center Kris Beech off waivers from the Columbus Blue Jackets today.

Canucks claim forward Kris Beech off waivers from Columbus


Former NHL superstar Joe Sakic heads the list of 2011 inductees into the British Columbia Hockey Hall of Fame.

Joe Sakic heads into British Columbia Hockey Hall of Fame


United Nations Goodwill Ambassador Angelina Jolie arrived in Port-au-Prince, Haiti Tuesday to meet with survivors of January's 7.0 magnitude earthquake and relief workers.

UN Goodwill Ambassador Angelina Jolie arrives in Haiti


Yep, as the fall rains come, it's time to turn off the sprinkler system.


Platinum Equity announced today it has completed the acquisition of Covad Communications Group, Inc., a leading national provider of integrated voice and data communications.

Platinum Equity completes acquisition of Covad communications Group, Inc.


Cameron Diaz has been named the worst Latino actress in the last one year for her role in the film The Box.


Two seasoned campaign advisers have left Robert Grey's mayoral campaign in a shakeup just two months before the election.

Two advisers leaving Robert Grey's campaign


The PML-N is unlikely to quit the federal cabinet soon, as party stalwarts are advocating a 'realistic' approach to the sacked judges' restoration.


A ribbon cutting and book signing was held Dec. 13 at The Center for Higher Learning for longtime local therapist Ray Goodenough.Goodenough and his daughter, Kathy Rem, just published their book...


Champions Barcelona are on a run of 11 consecutive league wins and aim to keep the ball rolling with victory at Deportivo La Coruna on Saturday.


Three men convicted of the murder of a phone card vendor are due in court for sentencing today.

Three men convicted of murder to be sentenced today


The Office of National Statistics analysis shows there is a growing trend towards later retirement, according to an update on its Pensions Trends publication.

Analysis shows a growing trend towards later retirement


The US House passed a sweeping $638 billion defense bill Friday that would impose new punishments on military members found guilty of rape or sexual assault.

House passes sweeping $638 billion defense bill


Armstrong announced Monday that he has cut all official ties with his cancer-fighting charity, Livestrong, to avoid any further PR damage posed by the doping charges against him.

Armstrong cuts official ties with Livestrong


A Yakima woman accused of fatally stabbing her husband during a drunken argument pleaded guilty Friday to first-degree manslaughter.

Yakima woman pleads guilty to manslaughter


The cheerleaders at India Premier League matches have sparked a debate in Hyderabad too, with women's groups joining in the criticism.

Cheerleaders spark debate in Hyderabad too


A Scot kidnapped in Nigeria has been freed after being held by gunmen for almost three weeks.


Singer Robbie Williams has revealed that he is suffering from a mystery illness which struck him down four years ago.

Robbie Williams suffers from mystery illness


Washington Believe it or not, weight loss is ``contagious''.


Riots have erupted in Budapest at the start of commemoration of the revolution.


Efforts are on to introduce 20th amendment in order to compensate for mistakes made in hastily approved 18th Amendment.


China warned against ``troublemaking'' on its doorstep in an apparent rebuke to North Korea, whilst the United States said it was postponing a missiles test to help calm tensions.

China warns against 'troublemaking' on its doorstep


``South Park'' marks its 200th episode on April 14 when the show returns for its 14th season.


A Miriam Makeba tribute concert, which was supposed to take place at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Saturday, has been cancelled, organiser Morris Roda said on Friday.


Fifty schools in the national capital will soon get water purifiers through a project aimed at providing clean drinking water to students.


Michelle Williams has opened up to Vogue magazine about the death of her former fiancé, Heath Ledger.


Guernsey's main war memorial is being prepared for the annual service of remembrance this morning.


The Premier states that the Government will put a strict control over distributing among flour mills the wheat imported from Russia on favorable terms.


The failure to tackle youth unemployment is leaving a whole generation of young people on the margins of society, a Confederation of British Industry report warns.


The US dollar edged up against the rupee at Rs 39.28/29 per dollar but the pound sterling finished lower at Rs.77.17/19 per pound at the close of the Interbank Foreign Exchange market here today.


Gurmit Singh Mehma informed that the members of BKU will march towardsDelhi to demonstrate in front of Parliament in Delhi on 19 March, to press their demands of giving the subsidy on fertilizers and insecticides and waiving of loan of labour farmers.

BKU will demonstrate in front of Parliament on 19 march


Britain defended its multi-million pound aid to India ( Images ), amid demands by ruling Conservative party MPs and others to end it, saying ``now is not the time to quit''.

UK defends multi-million pound aid to India


Iran will ``blow up the heart of Israel'' if the United States or the Jewish state attacked it first, a top official with Iran's most powerful military force - the Revolutionary Guard - warned Friday.

Iran to 'blow up the heart of Israel' if attacked


Former world boxing champion Vernon Forrest was shot dead in Atlanta, the victim of an apparent robbery, city authorities and local media said on Sunday.

Former world boxing champ Forrest shot dead in Atlanta


Amit Saxena, who was the director of Jism, believes that Poonam Pandey is far more talented than Bipasha Basu.

Poonam Pandey is far more talented than Bipasha Basu!


Buffalo Technology, a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of storage and wireless networking solutions, today in partnership with Panasonic, announces USB Hard Disk Drive storage support for the Panasonic Viera Plasma Televisions and LCD Televisions /D25/G20 series).

Buffalo Technology announces storage support for Panasonic Viera


MAJOR infrastructure development projects worth trillions of rands are at risk of being stalled by government entities and municipalities that fail to spend the allocated budget.


In Kuro 'Kuroky' Salehi Takhasomi new blog, he analyzes BFB's F4F finals match against MYM.


Thermo Fisher Scientific has opened a global food testing laboratory devoted to helping contain costly and life-threatening chemical contamination crises.

Thermo Fisher Scientific opens global food testing laboratory


When you need small cash and your payday is off, same day loans is the hassle free and relevant loan option for you.


Hip-hop star Snoop Dogg has accused US presidential hopeful Barack Obama of receiving funding from an anti-black organisation called Ku Klux Klan.

Snoop Dogg accuses Obama of receiving funding from an anti-black organisation


Three Academy records fell during the second day of competition at the 103rd Drake Relays in Des Moines, Iowa.

Three Academy records fall at Drake Relays


Greek health workers have once again staged a strike to protest the government's harsh austerity measures adopted by the government in exchange for an EU and IMF bailout.

Greek health workers stage strike against harsh austerity measures


Associated Press File Media reports Thursday said former Merrill Lynch & Co. CEO John Thain has resigned from Bank of America Corp.


Nine Iraqi soldiers have been killed by a roadside bomb on the outskirts of the main northern city of Mosul.


Police from the Tel Aviv district shut down 10 nightclubs on New Year's Eve, most for violating limitations on the permitted maximum occupancy.

Police shut down 10 nightclubs on New Year's Eve


Some 34 people trapped in China oil drilling platform accident has been rescued, while two dropping into water are still missing, authorities said on Wednesday.

34 people trapped in China oil drilling platform accident rescued


Hollywood stunner Megan Fox has revealed that she is obsessed with 'The Lord Of The Rings'.

Megan Fox is obsessed with 'the Lord of the Rings'


Media doyen Ita Buttrose is returning to publishing as chairman of startup Reddo Media Services.


Mizzou football coach Gary Pinkel pleaded guilty Friday morning to a misdemeanor DWI charge, according to Boone County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Cassandra Rogers.

Gary Pinkel pleads guilty to misdemeanor DWI


Corinthian Colleges Inc. and its Corinthian Schools Inc. unit face a purported class action lawsuit alleging the schools made and continue to make misleading statements regarding their graduates' employment prospects and starting salaries.

Corinthian Colleges faces purported class action


ROME Former Italy international Giorgio Chinaglia has died at his home in Florida of complications from a heart attack, aged 65, Italian press reports said on Sunday.


Australian heart-throb Hugh Jackman is to play legendary ringmaster PT Barnum in a Hollywood musical The Greatest Showman on Earth, Daily Variety reports.


And what's got him excited is the fact that he will be working with two biggies - Mohanlal and Jagathy Sreekumar.

Narain to work with Mohanlal and Jagathy Sreekumar


JoBlo discovered a new TMZ story that reveals Sylvester Stallone has been in talks with Gotti Jr. to portray his father, John Gotti, in a new feature film.

Sylvester Stallone in talks to portray John Gotti?


The Bangles -- who completely ruled at the Illinois State Fair last year opening for Heart -- are playing at the Pageant on Sunday, May 2.


Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday expressed shock and deep sorrow over the demise of Vilasrao Deshmukh, saying he had lost a ``dear friend and a very valued colleague''.


Sonos have released a couple of Christmas songs through iTunes, including their cover of Fleet Foxes' 'White Winter Hymnal'.

Sonos release Christmas songs through iTunes


Admiral has revealed that elderly motorists are the most irritating road users with four out of ten respondents saying they get them hot under the collar.

Admiral reveals the most irritating road users


Austin-based NetSpend, a provider of prepaid debit cards, has raised $204M in its IPO.


Pure Storage today launched a Flash memory array that the company is positioning as a replacement for disk-based primary storage.

Pure Storage launches Flash memory array


By Bud Conrad, Chief Economist, Casey Research The Fed is a corrupt and powerful institution, and Chairman Bernanke is making the global crisis worse.


Eagle Mountain celebrates the start of summer with their second annual Pony Express Days.

Eagle Mountain celebrates summer with Pony Express Days


Paolo Di Canio has backed Danny Graham to help drag Sunderland out of relegation trouble, even if he does not break his scoring duck.


The National Rifle Association called on Congress to place armed police officers at every school to shield children and teachers from ``monsters'' and the carnage of violence that took the lives of 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary last week--a response denounced by gun control advocates.

National Rifle Association calls for armed police in all us schools


The Business Division of Felician College will host its first annual Business Symposium on Saturday April 9, 2011 from 9:30 am to 1 pm on the Rutherford campus, Sister Theresa Mary Martin Hall, 223 Montross Avenue.

Business Division to host first annual Business symposium on April 9


Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said he wanted to sign Michael Vick after he was released from prison in 2009.


The news that China's pension fund may be invested in the stock market has led to heated debates in recent months.


Barceló Hotels UK has launched a C&I brand aimed at increasing its enquiry conversion rate by five per cent.


Tina Turner will be performing live at the Sprint Center in Kansas City , Missouri on Wednesday, October 1 at 7:30 pm.

Tina Turner to perform at the Sprint Center in Kansas City October 1


Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Friday said that ``foreign elements'' were involved in the October 30 serial blasts in the state in which 84 people were killed.


Malaysia confirmed its second case of swine flu Saturday in a woman who recently returned from the United States on the same flight as the first person in the country to test positive for the virus.

Malaysia confirms second case of swine flu


Tom Wilson, Pistons president and CEO of Palace Sports & Entertainment, resigned Wednesday -- about one year after longtime Pistons owner Bill Davidson died.


Jerry Seinfeld and production partner Ellen Rakieten will be attending MIPCOM this October to promote the new show they are executive producing, The Marriage Ref for NBC, which is being distributed globally by Endemol.


Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting on Willie Lee Drive southeast of Seneca in Oconee County.

Authorities investigating fatal shooting in Oconee County


The lyrics of the Happy Birthday and For He's a Jolly Good Fellow melodies have been translated into Maltese by the National Council of the Maltese Language, which yesterday presented them to President George Abela, to mark his birthday.


DARREN CLARKE has pulled out of the Masters, thinning the European contingent in Thursday's field of 93 to 28.


Aquila sells main coal asset Updated: 11:25, Tuesday April 3, 2012 Aquila Resources has sold its main coal asset to fund a new iron ore project in Western Australia.


Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman announced he will drop out of the Republican presidential race Monday, according to CNN.com.

Huntsman drops out of GOP presidential race


The EAT has held, in Perry v Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, that the dismissal of an employee for claiming sick pay whilst working a second job was unfair.

Dismissal for claiming sick pay whilst working a second job was unfair


President Barack Obama has said that Washington 'feels as broken as it did four years ago,' when he took office.

Obama says Washington 'feels as broken as it did four years ago'


The Canadian dollar opened at 88.82 cents US this morning, down 0.45 of a cent from Friday's close.

Canadian dollar opens at 88.82 cents US, down 0.45 of a cent


Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi is not likely to campaign in Bihar as he does not figure in the list of campaigners submitted to the Election Commission by the Bharatiya Janata Party, party sources said on Friday.

Narendra Modi not likely to campaign in Bihar


A New Orleans man has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly threatening to kill President Barack Obama.

No man indicted for allegedly threatening to kill President Obama


A woman is found dead after being investigated in a possible fraud scheme involving several national charities.

Woman found dead after being investigated for fraud


IRAN overnight hanged a footballer's ``temporary wife'' convicted of murdering her love rival, her lawyer said.

Iran hangs footballer's 'temporary wife'


Top-seeded Caroline Wozniacki lost in the fourth round at Wimbledon, losing to 24th-seeded Dominika Cibulkova of Slovakia 1-6, 7-6, 7-5 on Monday.


A US soldier who allegedly killed three Afghan civilians for fun is to face a full court martial, military authorities said on Friday.


France needs to upgrade the protection of vital functions in all its nuclear reactors to avoid a disaster in the event of a natural calamity, the head of its nuclear safety agency said, adding there was no need to close any plants.

France needs to upgrade all nuclear reactors:


Violence has been continuing in Syria, despite a deadline by the Arab League asking the government of President Bashir al-Assad to halt its violent suppression of protests.


Superstar Aamir Khan has wished success for Shah Rukh Khan`s highly ambitious production venture 'RA One', which is set to hit the screens on Diwali, Zee News reports.


Industrial production made AZN17.7bn or nearly $22.1bn in Azerbaijan in the first ten months of 2009, marking a 7.4% increase against the last year, the State Statistical Committee has announced.

Industrial production made $22.1bn in Azerbaijan


Allen Klein, 77, a cunning record executive whose clients included the Rolling Stones and the Beatles and who was known as the ``toughest wheeler-dealer in the pop jungle,'' but whose ego and temperament also contributed to the breakup of the Fab Four, died July 4 at his home in Manhattan.


Anti-Flag took some time from their ongoing tour with NOFX to perform for the Occupy Wall Street protestors.

Anti-flag perform for Occupy Wall Street protestors


MORE than 1,000 Birmingham families are being left in the cold in the run up to Christmas by a council heating contractor which has failed to fix boilers.

1,000 Birmingham families left in the cold as heating contractor fails to fix boilers


Former Governor Edwin Edwards will be making his first public appearance tonight, July 11, at the Foundation for Historical Louisiana Preservation Awards banquet.

Edwards making first public appearance tonight


Specific genetic mutations in women with autoimmune diseases are associated with preeclampsia-a common pregnancy-related problem that can threaten the health of both baby and mother.

Specific genetic mutations associated with preeclampsia


Tom Cruise helped to nurse his ROCK OF AGES co-star Julianne Hough back to health after she injured herself during a dance scene.

Tom Cruise nursed Julianne Hough back to health


Town hall protests are all the rage right now, as members of congress dare to enter their districts and hold meetings discussing healthcare, concerned citizens are coming out in droves to voice their opinions.


A Luzerne County jury has begun deliberations in the rape trial of 33-year-old Albert Chase.


MUSICAL students managed to hit all the right notes with the help of a world-renowned vocal coach.


The dome of Muthavazhi Subramanian temple in Chengannur which had shot into the limelight following speculation that it contains iridium, a metal costlier than gold, was stolen on Wednesday night.


Katz, Sapper & Miller plans to merge in another Indianapolis accounting firm, Heaton and Eddie, to build its healthcare and employee benefits consulting capabilities.

Katz, Sapper & Miller merges in Heaton and Eddie


The future of Qantas as an international carrier is in jeopardy, the Australian airline's CEO Alan Joyce said on Thursday.


Scottrade, a leading branch-supported online investment firm, is opening a new branch office in Garner, NC, on Monday, July 13 at 7065 White Oak Road.

Branch - Scottrade opens branch office in Garner, NC


An Ocean Township man pleaded guilty last week to making and selling fake government IDs, the prosecutor's office announced Tuesday.

Ocean Township man pleads guilty to making and selling fake id's


The US Supreme Court refused yesterday to hear a case questioning the constitutionality of Missouri's death penalty method, and Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster said he would now seek an execution date for a convicted killer.


NHL training camps will open Sunday with a Jan. 19 target date to begin a 48-game regular season, league and Players' Association sources said Tuesday.


PTI reported that Indian Railways, as part of embarking on joint ventures with private companies to manufacture locomotives and passenger coaches, have invited global tenders to identify suitable partners for its ventures.

Indian Railways invites global tenders for


Pork producer Smithfield Foods Inc. is opening a hometown restaurant to showcase its products.

Pork producer Smithfield Foods to open restaurant


Where are all the Christmas cards? ``I've only gotten about four,'' said the Falls Church, Va., mother.


Luanda governor, Francisca do Espírito Santo, Thursday in Luanda acknowledged the need to increase the number of community agents to work with families, mainly in the most vulnerable zones.

Governor acknowledges need to increase community agents


14.4% of the way through $30 million, the Cubs are turning against Milton Bradley.

The Cubs are turning against Milton Bradley


North Korea has started digging tunnels at its nuclear test site apparently preparing for a third nuclear test, South Korean Yonhap news agency reported quoting a course in US intelligence.

North Korea appears preparing a nuclear test


MF Global Holdings Ltd. /quotes/zigman/581106/quotes/nls/mf MF +0.14% , a broker-dealer providing trading and hedging solutions, today announced that Lind-Waldock, the firm's flagship US retail business, has changed its name to MF Global, effective immediately.

Lind-Waldock changes its name to MF Global


SAN JOSE, Calif. The San Jose Sharks put defenceman Kyle McLaren on waivers Tuesday, possibly ending the oft-injured veteran's 4 1/2-year tenure with the club.

San Jose Sharks put veteran defenceman Kyle McLaren on waivers


An autopsy is planned to determine how a Conroe man competing in the first leg of a triathlon died.


/ September 27, 2012 Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accused Israel of ethnic cleansing Thursday for building settlements in east Jerusalem.

Abbas accuses Israel of 'ethnic cleansing'


Prime Minister Donald Tusk continues to lose support among voters, with 53 percent of opinion poll respondents critical of his performance.

Prime Minister Tusk continues to lose support


President Barack Obama left Miami International Airport on Thursday afternoon after his quick visit to South Florida.

President Barack Obama leaves South Florida


Bloomberg reported that oil rose 12 cents on hopes that further changes will boost the economy in the US and Europe.


Research conducted at the Indiana School of Medicine found that at a molecular level, Omega 3 fatty acids may be improve mood and reduce alcohol cravings, according to the study published in journal Translational Psychiatry.

Omega 3 'may improve mood and alcohol cravings'


Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama plans to campaign in Davenport Monday, as part of a Midwestern battleground swing in the lead-up to his acceptance of the nomination in Denver next week.


Bloc Party have signed a new record deal with Frenchkiss and Cooperative Music to oversee international distribution.


LIFE expectancy for people in Nottingham is getting worse compared with the rest of the country.

Life expectancy in Nottingham getting worse


Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich suffered their first defeat in 20 league games on Saturday after conceding two late goals in a shock 2-1 defeat at Eintracht Frankfurt.

Leaders Bayern suffer first defeat in 20 games


She received a formal police caution for assault.


Job search engine Simply Hired said it launched a localized destination Web site for China.

Simply Hired launches Web site for China


The would-be buyer of Web site The Pirate Bay backpedaled in a Dutch court Tuesday, saying that it is uncertain whether the purchase will ever be completed.

Would-be buyer of Pirate Bay backpedals in court


LAS VEGAS-Hard-money lenders want to capitalize on distress in commercial real estate and the foreclosures that may hit that market, according to the Las Vegas Sun. Investors, hard-money lenders and mortgage brokers at a conference last week at the Monte Carlo to discuss the industry and opportunities they are expecting in 2010.

Hard-money lenders capitalize on distress


Japanese corporate pension funds increased allocations to emerging markets equities and alternatives in fiscal year 2010, while reducing allocations to domestic equities and international bonds and domestic bonds, according to a JP Morgan Asset Management survey.

Japanese corporate funds hike emerging markets allocation


US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg underwent surgery yesterday in New York for pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest forms of the disease.


Jones scores 24 as Iona beats Norfolk State 100-72 Lamont Jones scored 24 points and David Laury had 20 points and seven rebounds to lead Iona to a 100-72 victory over Norfolk State on Sunday.


Workers in the freight sector belonging to the South African Transport and Allied Workers Union march through the Durban central business district, demanding an increase in salary September 26, 2012.

Workers in the freight sector march through the Durban central business district, demanding an increase in salary


Nokia will close its battered gaming service N-Gage next year, acknowledging failure in its first major services offering, the company said on its blog.


Asian stock markets rose Friday as investors bought beaten-down shares on hopes that economy-boosting steps by governments around the world would help ward off a deep global recession.


ALEX Reid lashed out at photographers yesterday as he and wife Kate Price headed to a fertility clinic.


The Crazy Horse Memorial carving in the southern Black Hills is about perseverance, Ruth Ziolkowski said Tuesday at a ceremony marking the 60th anniversary of the start of work on the mountain carving.

Crazy Horse Memorial is about perseverance


Britain have beaten world champions France to the coveted team sprint gold in the first track cycling final of the Olympic Games.


100 American academics call for boycott of Israeli settlements 24 Apr 2013 More than 100 American professors and teaching staff at Columbia University have called for five American companies to withdraw their investment in Israeli jails over ``breaches of human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories,'' the website of Israeli TV channel 7 said.


Bowden, who was promoted from assistant secretary, is responsible for coordinating branch office activities, overseeing branch operations and communicating schedules.


Gatorade says it is discontinuing its Tiger Woods drink but says it made the decision before the golfer's car accident led to a media firestorm surrounding his personal life.


The guilty verdicts handed out to Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif in a British criminal court Tuesday should act as a deterrent and stop others from corrupting the sport, International Cricket Council chief executive Haroon Lorgat said.

Guilty verdicts should act as deterrent - Lorgat


Thousands of leatherback turtle eggs and hatchlings have been crushed by heavy machinery along a Trinidad beach widely regarded as the world's densest nesting area for the biggest of all living sea turtles, conservationists said Monday.

Thousands of turtle eggs crushed on Trinidad beach


Motley Crue singer Vince Neil will plead guilty to a misdemeanor disorderly conduct charge, pay a $1,000 fine and avoid trial on allegations that he poked his ex-girlfriend in a confrontation last March at a Las Vegas resort lounge, his lawyer said Monday.

Vince Neil to plead guilty to disorderly conduct


Cathedral City police will start responding again to all alarms -- but will charge businesses and homes for false alarms.

Cathedral City police to charge for false alarms


Governor Chris Christie has officially declared the week of Oct. 21-27 as ``Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week'' to spread the word that breast cancer does not only affect women.

Christie declares male breast cancer awareness week


IBM, a multinational computer, technology and IT consulting corporation, has acquired Intelliden Inc., a provider of intelligent network automation software that enables organizations such as telecommunications companies to configure, manage and scale their networks.


Australian shares opened up 0.7 percent on Tuesday, as Wall Street posted solid gains on positive corporate news and the S&P 500 breaching a key technical level.


The rupee ended flat against dollar on Friday amid higher dollar demand for import and corporate payments, dealers said.


``For me my elder sister Lata Mangeshkar is the best singer and nobody can touch the songs sung by her.


Emma Roberts makes a quick stop at a snack station after landing at LAX airport in Los Angeles on Thursday night.


cop accused of pulling gun at haunted house Sgt. Eric Janik, 37, was charged with assault and reckless endangerment for pointing his service handgun at the worker, who was dressed as Leatherface, the killer from ``The Texas Chainsaw Massacre,'' Baltimore County police said.


The 116-bedroom Lingfield Park Marriott Hotel and CountryClub opens today following a £29m investment by racecourse owner and operator,Arena Leisure.


Societe Generale says a rogue trader was able to bet about 73 billion dollars on European markets by stealing passwords, faking documents and using other ``fraudulent methods.''

Societe Generale says rogue trader stole passwords, faked documents


Information from a respected industry group has suggested that the economic downturn in the UK and in some other European destinations could be easing, with data showing signs of improvement for the coming months.


President Obama took his family and friends for a New Year's treat Friday-- shave ice.


Batman Incorporated #8 , which features the death of Robin, is quickly rising in price on eBay.


Keira Knightley is dating Klaxons singer James Righton after they were introduced by mutual friend and 'wannabe Cilla Black' Alexa Chung, according to reports.

Keira Knightley dating Klaxons singer James Righton?


MAM Ramaswamy, MP, was unanimously elected as Chairman and Senior Steward and K. Balarama Das as Deputy Chairman of the Madras Race Club for the year 2008-09.


A gay soldier raised £4,000 for Stonewall on Sunday by running the Brighton Marathon in four hours and 52 minutes.


The South Korean market was trading higher on Friday, but off opening highs.


However, as the pop star arrived at the BBC Maida Vale studios in London, today, wearing a barely there dress it emerged that she didn't care about fashion.


The yellow air quality in effect Saturday, will continue at least through Monday, according to the Department of Environmental Quality.

Yellow air quality to continue through Monday


World Cup-winning New Zealand coach Graham Henry will lead the Barbarians against Australia at Twickenham in London on 26 November.

World Cup-winning coach Graham Henry to lead Barbarians


A Colorado woman has been found not guilty in a fatal crash that was possibly linked to a seizure.

Woman found not guilty in crash possibly linked to seizure


Apple chief executive Steve Jobs is to take a second medical leave of absence from the company, he announced in an email to employees on Monday morning.

Apple's Steve Jobs takes second medical leave


PWInsider.com is sorry to report that ``The Golden Greek'' John Tolos passed away yesterday in California at the age of 78.


Revolutionary won the Louisiana Derby on Saturday and earned a trip to the upcoming Kentucky Derby on May 4.


WebMediaBrands, owner of popular web portal mediabistro.com which in turn runs the blog TVNewser, has acquired TV news aggregator TVSpy from Vault Inc. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed but WebMediaBrands CEO Alan Meckler stated that TVSpy would undergo a total redesign in the coming weeks.


Total War creator Creative Assembly has moved into a new office in central Horsham, West Sussex.


On how fatherhood has changed him: ``(I'm) tough as nails. I'm impervious to poo, snot, urine, vomit. You can't get me. You cannot break me down.''

Brad pitt is impervious to poo, snot, urine and vomit


Andrew Flintoff starred with bat and ball asEngland won the fourth one-day international against South Africa by seven wickets at Lord's on Sunday.


chairman Randhir Singh on Monday said all the venues are in top shape and will be ready in a week's time.

All venues to be ready in a week's time:


Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke has said the likelihood of a severe US economic slump has diminished, while ``upside risks'' to inflation are forcing the Fed to be more vigilant.

Likelihood of US economic slump has diminished:


The CME Group is raising initial margins for Comex gold and NYMEX platinum futures, effective after the close of business Friday.

CME to raise margins on gold, platinum futures


Fitch Ratings has affirmed Mitchells & Butlers Finance's class A, AB, B , C and D notes with the class A and AB notes on Stable Outlook and the class B, C and D notes on Negative Outlook.

Text-Fitch affirms Mitchells & Butlers Finance's notes


A major accident was averted at Mumbai airport late on Thursday when a Kingfisher flight was asked on the last minute to abort landing on a runway where a Spicejet flight was already stationed, media reports said.


An estate developer in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Lizkebez and Polaris Interbiz Resources Limited, has raised alarm over double allocations and consequent trespass of another company, Domeserve Nigeria Limited on a plot allegedly allocated to him.


Aaron Peirsol completed a world record double at the US Swimming Championships with his 200 metre backstroke triumph on Saturday, but said the battle for supremacy in the event remains wide open.


Victoria Beckham allegedly got reality TV star Katie Price banned from an exclusive Hollywood party, a report has claimed.

Victoria Beckham gets Katie Price 'banned' from Hollywood party


Hibernian manager John Hughes hopes Merouane Zemmama will be fit for their crucial SPL game against Dundee United on Wednesday.


Former Ligue 1 winning coach Claude Puel reached agreement with French side Nice on Wednesday to take over at the helm after spending nearly a year out of work.


The Corpus Christi Police Department recognized three community partners with certificates of appreciation for their continuous support of the department.

Corpus Christi police department recognizes partners


The Clare County multiple sclerosis support group is meeting at 7 pm Wednesday at the Harrison Area Library on Second Street in Harrison.

Clare County multiple sclerosis support group meets Wednesday


Chicken Inn and Quelaton's Division One rivalry resumes when the two clubs lock horns in a Castle Lager Premiership football match at Luveve Stadium tomorrow.


A Saudi Arabian woman was beheaded on Monday in the northern province of Jawf for practicing witchcraft.

Saudi woman beheaded for practicing 'witchcraft'


A US woman stole her bike back from a thief when she noticed he was selling it, so she pretended to go and take it for a test drive.


Under fire from the film industry for his persistent advice to Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan not to act in films depicting smoking and drinking on the silver screen, Union Health Minister Anbumani Ramadoss on Saturday alleged that he was being targeted by liquor and tobacco lobby by unleashing false propaganda.

I am being targeted by liquor and tobacco lobby:


The Minister of Employment and Social Welfare, Hon. Stephen Amoanor Kwao, says new salary levels which were agreed upon through negotiations between government and organized labour this year, will motivate workers to give off their best.

New salary levels will motivate workers:


A 20-year-old Billings man was sentenced Monday to Montana State Prison for the armed robbery of a convenience store.

Billings man sentenced for armed robbery


A new study suggests that it's possible that some people are simply genetically predisposed to laziness.

Some people genetically predisposed to laziness?


A Miami-Dade police officer was shot in the foot Friday night, and authorities warn one of two suspects escaped the scene and is considered armed and dangerous.


Foul-mouthed Gordon Ramsay has taken a bite out of rival Jamie Oliver, insisting the Naked Chef is too much of a porker to be on US TV.

Gordon Ramsay takes a bite out of Jamie Oliver


US markets turned higher Wednesday on a day investors typically hold back as they await an interest rate decision by Federal Reserve policymakers.


Preliminary results of a necropsy show that a pygmy sperm whale found stranded off the Florida Keys died of heart failure, marine mammal experts said.

Pygmy sperm whale stranded off Florida Keys died of heart failure, experts say


The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that metro Augusta's unemployment rate declined to 8.0 percent in March, down five-tenths of a percentage point from 8.5 percent in February.

Metro Augusta's unemployment rate declines to 8.0 percent in March


The Sindh United Party President and former Sindh Deputy Speaker, Jalal Mahmood Shah, said: ``On this juncture when the common citizens are insecure, election is not the solution of all the problems.''

Election is not solution to all problems:


Bells Line of Road is closed in both directions after a semi-trailer rolled at Mount Tomah about midday.

Bells Line of Road closed in both directions


AN INVESTIGATION has been launched in Southampton into a serious sexual assault that happened in the early hours of this morning.

INVESTIGATION launched into serious sexual assault


On April 2-3 Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov will visit Armenia on the invitation of Armenian Minister of Foreign Affairs Edward Nalbandyan.


Pablo Sandoval and Ryan Rohlinger are now headed to the Bay Area, the San Francisco Giants announced today.

Sandoval & Rohlinger headed to the Bay Area


ANC Youth League president Julius Malema described himself as a defender of women who would never promote hatred towards them, when he testified in the Equality Court here yesterday.

Malema describes himself as 'defender of women'


Panthers prop Adam Woolnough has today announced his retirement with a year to run on his contract.


MELBOURNE, Australia Australian police arrested a Roman Catholic priest on pedophilia charges Monday, following months of negotiations to have him returned from the Vatican.

Australia arrests priest on pedophilia charges


German business confidence declined more than expected this month amid jitters over Europe's debt crisis, but the overall picture remains positive, a closely watched survey showed Friday.


Approximately one quarter of Canadians have received the H1N1 flu shot, Chief Public Health Officer Dr. David Butler-Jones said, and that's why we've seen a relatively low rate of serious cases and few deaths.

One-quarter of Canadians have received H1N1 shot


Cinders Fall hail from Essex, and ``The Reckoning'' EP is their second release.


Colombia's holding company Colinversiones SA borrowed US$150 million from three development agencies to upgrade its gas-fired Termoflores power plant when the country is more dependent on thermal power because of fewer rainfalls.

Colinversiones borrows US$150 million to upgrade power plant


Kolkata A close aide of top Maoist leader Kishenji and main accused in the Jharkhand MP Sunil Mahato murder case was arrested from a forest in Salboni in West Midnapore district on Friday.


President Pervez Musharraf told US lawmakers on Friday that the parliamentary elections have strengthened the moderate forces in the country.

Musharraf tells US lawmakers elections strengthen moderate forces


The House and Senate Appropriations committees on Thursday continued on their collision course by passing three annual spending bills tailored to different overall budget numbers.

Approps committees continue on collision course


An Air France jet flying to Beirut from Paris late Wednesday was diverted to Cyprus because of insecurity on the road between downtown Beirut and the airport, the airline said on its Twitter account.

Air France jet to Beirut diverted to Cyprus


Pints Barn in Tumwater is set to open next month, the new pub being launched by the owners of Pints & Quarts.


To explain one of the most basic and useful disciplines, Jim Cramer on Tuesday enlightened his viewers on how to trade around a core position.

Cramer on how to trade around a core position


Two men have been shot in Winter Haven, and one has been taken by helicopter to Lakeland Regional Medical Center and the other has been taken to Winter Haven Hospital.


Chesapeake Energy Co. has bought the iconic broadcast facilities of the Southern Baptists along the West Freeway near Ridgmar Mall, but the company said it will not be using the facilities for its soon-to-launch shale.tv, the online video channel sponsored by Chesapeake.

Chesapeake Energy buys broadcast facilities from Baptists


David Matas, senior legal counsel for B'nai Brith Canada, was invested into the prestigious Order of Canada last Wednesday at a ceremony at Rideau Hall.


A 69-year-old Belleville man died Friday morning in a crash on I-275 that shut the freeway for about three hours.


Crowder College has 30 months, as of Nov. 14, to construct a mostly federally-funded storm shelter on its main Neosho campus, a college official told Crowder's board of trustees Thursday.


After a week of silence, Reebok decided to fire rapper Rick Ross from his endorsement deal for writing a song that flippantly describes date rape.

Reebok fires Rick Ross for writing song about 'rape'


Train services between Norwich, Ipswich and London have resumed after repair work to overhead cables.


Norwood Hospital will hold an American Red Cross blood drive on Friday, March 2, from 9 am to 2 pm in the Abraham-Sieracki Conference Room.

Norwood Hospital holding blood drive March 2


German energy firms continued to rake in massive profits despite the recent financial crisis, with the three biggest companies making profits of €23 billion last year, media reported Wednesday.


Ball Corp. plans to close its Brampton, Ontario plastics plant by the end of September, the company announced today.


uTest, a leader in crowdsourced software testing announced September 13th that they've closed a $13 million C round investment, one of the largest investments ever made in a crowdsourcing company.

UTest closes $13 million in a C round investment


Police said they don't suspect foul play in the drowning death of a 57-year-old man at an Eastside hotel today.

Police investigate drowning at Eastside hotel


Resident Evil developer, Capcom has announced that it has now formally joined the PC Gaming Alliance.


Pakistan Peoples Party leader Nusrat Bhutto was a woman of extraordinary dignity and courage and her death brings back thoughts on the ''decimation of the Bhutto family'', said a Pakistani daily.

Nusrat Bhutto was woman of dignity, courage:


A Harvey Norman employee has been charged in connection with the brutal bashing of an Irish backpacker in Sydney last year.

Harvey Norman employee charged in connection with brutal bashing


Competitive credit card deals can currently be found on the market, according to a personal finance information provider.

Credit card deals 'can be found on the market'


Mubarak is suffering 'critical' health problems after stepping down, Ahram online said.

Mubarak suffering from critical health problems?


AN explosion ripped through a chemical plant in the Guangxi region of southern China early today, state media and an official say.


Steel Authority of India is likely to cut prices of flat steel products sold in the spot market by Rs 500 per ton next month in line with international price movement, reports Economic Times.

SAIL likely to cut prices of flat steel products


The country's first automated elections has left most voters feeling angry and disappointed seven hours after the opening of the polling places here.

The country's first automated elections leave some voters angry


A Dallas man was executed Thursday night for the rape and murder of a woman 10 years ago.


One person was rescued from a vehicle Monday after a traffic crash near Somis, officials said.

One person rescued from vehicle after crash near Somis


A suspect wanted for injury to a child and two charges of violating a protective order was taken into custody at the courthouse in Hillsboro at 10 am Tuesday, May 6.

Suspect taken into custody at courthouse


Bloggers were arrested mainly for expressing their views on political issues, such as corruption, violation of human rights, as well as for criticizing political policies.


Bandage, one of the local Lebanese bands, performed live at Snatch in Gemmayzeh on April 1st amongst their fans.


``Jetstar has limited capacity on its flights this weekend,'' it said in a statement.

Jetstar has limited capacity this weekend


``The pilot could probably not be blamed for this crash and we think it was likely due to a technical problem,'' Ahmad Majidi, head of the transport ministry's crisis unit, was quoted as saying by the Mehr news agency.


DANCEHALL deejay Macka Diamond, has offered a $10,000 reward for the return of important documents which were stolen from her car by vandals early Monday morning while she performed at the Louise Bennett Theatre.

Macka Diamond offers $10,000 reward for return of documents


The implementation of Right to Education Act from this academic year in Kerala will be a ''smooth process'' claims the government, as the state has already achieved the most important clause in the Act in terms of pupil-teacher ratio.

Implementation of RTE Act will be a smooth process, claims government


CPC Corp., Taiwan's state oil refiner, resumed operations at its No. 5 naphtha cracker in Kaohsiung yesterday.

Cpc resumes operations at No. 5 naphtha cracker


DMK today said it has serious reservations over the food security bill that was tabled in the Lok Sabha today and taken up for discussion amidst uproar.

DMK has reservations on food security bill:


GOLD prices firmed in Europe today, recovering some of the previous session's hefty losses, as the euro steadied near 10-month lows against the dollar, removing some downward pressure from the precious metal.


The United States is calling North Korea a criminal state and saying the North is trying to steal South Korean TV signals of World Cup soccer matches.


Avis Budget Group, Inc. announced today that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Avis Europe plc. The combined company is now one of the largest vehicle rental companies in the world, with branded rental locations in approximately 175 countries.

Avis Budget Group completes acquisition of Avis Europe


Dell Inc. is cutting more than 1,200 jobs, about 900 of them at a call center in Canada, as the computer maker reduces its sales and support work force.


Rachel Stevens has admitted that she may have let nerves get the best of her during her performance on last week's Strictly Come Dancing.


NRG Energy Inc. said Monday it has agreed to acquire Houston-based GenOn Energy Inc. in a $1.7 billion stock-for-stock deal.


executivesontheweb.com the leading global executive career site is pleased to announce the launch of version 5 of its website.

Executivesontheweb.com announces the launch of version 5 of its website


Bob Knight, the winningest NCAA men's division I basketball coach in history, has retired as Texas Tech's coach, effective immediately.

Bob Knight retires effective immediately


Economic stimulus checks will begin arriving in mailboxes and bank accounts as soon as May, and will continue throughout the summer, the Internal Revenue Service's top official says.


South Carolina Attorney General Henry McMaster stated Tuesday that a 36-year-old Lexington man was arrested Monday in an undercover Internet sting conducted by the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office.

Lexington man arrested in Internet sting


The dollar hit a fresh record low against the Swiss franc Tuesday in New York trading, falling as low as CHF0.8599 as some traders sought safety and risk appetite waned.

Dollar hits fresh record low vs Swiss franc;


Unfortunately, he died in a Fort Lauderdale, Florida hospital, where he was receiving treatment for a bout of pneumonia, as was confirmed by his agent John Kelly.


After much speculation, Tiger Woods announced on Tuesday that he will not play in the 111th US Open at Congressional.

Tiger Woods will not play in the US Open


Washington, Oct 5 Asserting that China''s economic espionage has reached an ''intolerable level'' a top American lawmaker said it''s time that the US and its allies in Europe and Asia confront Beijing and demand to put an end to this piracy.

China''s economic espionage has reached an intolerable level:


Judith Durham, the much-loved lead singer of The Seekers, is embarking on her first solo tour in more than a decade.


Karina Smirnoff celebrating her 35th birthday party with friend Maria Menounos with some bowling at Bowlmor Lanes Orange County in CA.

Karina Smirnoff celebrates her 35th birthday


Yesterday the European Union reduced tariffs on banana imports from Latin America.


RHYL'S railway station is to get an overhaul to improve parking and give the station a facelift.


The Competition Act 2010, which will come into force on Jan 1, 2012, will promote a competitive environment and give foreign investors more confidence in the country's business practices.

Competition Act to promote competitive environment


STOCKMEN have found human remains in a paddock on a property near Broken Hill, police say.


Right to Education Act went into force from Thursday,and Manmohan Singh said ``the government is committed to ensuring that all children irrespective of gender and social category, have access to education.''

All children should have access to education:


Idea Cellular has good support at Rs 69-68, says Amit Gupta, Head Derivates, ICICI Direct.

Idea Cellular has good support at Rs 69-68:


Club Med is poised to open its second resort in China next year nestled within a 114 acre park haven and 50 beautiful mountains in a tranquil rural setting.


On Monday 6 February, the House of Lords will debate innovation in EU agriculture following findings by the Lords Agriculture, Fisheries and Environment EU Sub-Committee that the EU must do more to stimulate and invest in innovation in the agricultural sector.

Lords debate innovation in EU agriculture


SANAA // President Ali Abdullah Saleh asked his people for forgiveness in a farewell speech yesterday shortly before leaving Yemen to seek medical care in the United States.

Saleh asks for forgiveness before leaving Yemen for us


Housing starts and permits to build new homes both fell in February as winter storms in some parts of the country disrupted home building, a government report showed on Tuesday.

Housing starts, permits fall in February


Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee has dropped out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination, following US Sen. John McCain's wins in the primaries Tuesday night.

Mike Huckabee drops out of race for Republican presidential nomination


Despite the heated rhetoric from the Obama administration and environmental groups about the urgency of global warming, climate scientists have begun to come to terms with the lack of evidence of catastrophic global warming over the last decade.

Climate scientists come to terms with the lack of global warming


Australian rugby finally had some good news on the injury front after it was revealed that powerful winger Digby Ioane does not need surgery for a dislocated shoulder.


However surprisingly Dibakar has quietly taken off for a holiday even before the release of his film.

Dibakar goes holidaying before shanghais release


Japan has urged China to protect its citizens after anti-Japanese protests across the mainland yesterday.

Japan urge China to protect its citizens


Three athletes including discus thrower Kripal Singh were on Monday suspended for two years by the National Anti-Doping Disciplinary panel for doping offences reported during competitions.


On March 8, Mike Starr was found dead in Salt Lake City, Utah.


The Israeli military kidnapped on Sunday morning four Palestinian civilians during invasions targeting West Bank communities.

The Israeli military kidnaps four civilians during invasions in the West Bank


Forty-four WA girls, some as young as 12, had an abortion last year, the state's health department reported on Sunday.


Afghan police have killed 16 Taliban militants and detained 26 others within the last 24 hours, the country's Interior Ministry said Tuesday morning.

Afghan police killed 16 Taliban militants


After her hit and run last week, Lindsay Lohan has decided it best to put herself on house arrest until her probation ends in two weeks.

Lindsay Lohan put herself on house arrest


China is raising the compensation for wrongful detention in correlation with increases in the average daily income of citizens last year, according to a Supreme People's Court announcement on Wednesday.

China raises compensation for wrongful detention


Actress Scarlett Johansson made her much anticipated Broadway debut Sunday, starring alongside Broadway veteran Liev Schreiber in a revival of Arthur Miller's ``A View from the Bridge.''

Scarlett Johansson makes her much anticipated Broadway debut


We're referring here to the Samsung GT-i9300, a smartphone that was just spotted in a UAProf entry, and which is suggested to be on its way to the market as the Galaxy S III.


The individual travel program for Chinese tourists officially took effect Wednesday, which the Mainland Affairs Council cited as a milestone in boosting stronger cross-strait ties after Taiwan first opened its doors to group visits by Chinese tourists in mid-2008.


Seven puppies died on an American Airlines flight from Tulsa to Chicago and the airline said it was investigating.


Bye week comes at perfect time for walking wounded Coach Tom Coughlin wouldn't admit to any fatigue -- physical or mental -- on the part of his struggling team as it scattered for the bye week.


Police say protesters jumped a fence at the Waihopai spy base on Saturday afternoon to try to deliver a letter.

Protesters jump fence at Waihopai spy base


Kohl's Department Stores says it plans to hire more than 52,000 holiday employees nationwide this season, up more than 10% from last year.

Kohl's hiring more than 52,000 holiday employees


Cameroon international Alex Song says he is 'happy to join the best team in the world' after signing with Barcelona from Arsenal in a transfer worth 19 million euros.


Australia have called up fast bowlers Ryan Harris and Doug Bollinger for the second Ashes test in Adelaide.

Australia call up Harris and Bollinger for second test


At least 150 people were missing after a ferry carrying 200 passengers sank in Bangladesh on Tuesday morning, police said, adding that about 35 survivors had been found.

At least 150 missing as ferry sinks in Bangladesh


Actress Meera Syal wept tears of relief yesterday as her teenage daughter was cleared of glassing a male model at a birthday party.

Meera Syal weeps as daughter is cleared of glassing male model


Former Ukrainian Interior Minister Yuriy Lutsenko has appealed to the European Court of Human Rights against his arrest.

Lutsenko appeals to European Court of Human Rights


DHL Supply Chain's 2009 statement of compliance has been accepted by the Environment Agency, marking the completion of its first year as a packaging compliance scheme operator in the UK.

DHL Supply Chain's statement of compliance accepted


The Sacramento River Cats are hiring for about 150 seasonal jobs for the season that begins April 4.

Sacramento River Cats hiring 150 for seasonal jobs


``Central banks cannot do 'whatever it takes' to return still-sluggish economies to strong and sustainable growth,'' said Stephen Cecchetti, economic adviser and head of the monetary and economic department at the BIS in Basel, Switzerland.


Homewares retailer Dunelm is going from strength to strength at a time when many of its peers are scaling back.


Neil Lennon has committed to Celtic for another year despite a troubled first full season in charge of the Glasgow club.


Russia is ready to continue to cooperate with the United States in fighting terrorism, President Dmitry Medvedev said on Thursday.

Russia to cooperate with us in fighting terrorism


A window washer had to be rescued from a downtown Omaha building on Monday morning.

Window washer rescued from downtown building


A 20-year-old Belfast man has been arrested after an armed robbery and attempted armed robbery were carried out in the west of the city.

Belfast man arrested after armed robbery


PARIS GDF Suez made its stock market debut Tuesday, the final step in a drawn-out and torturous merger to create one of the world's largest energy companies.


An old colleague of mine enjoyed pointing out that ``no good deed goes unpunished.''


-Katy Perry partied with Super Bowl winners the New York Giants until the early hours of Monday morning.


The new VW Polo is set to come to New Zealand later this year, and looks well prepared to extend its popularity in our small car segment.


Islamabad, Nov 29 Noting that ``time has come to review our relations'', Pakistan Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar today said Americans have been issued a notice to vacate Shamsi airbase in line with the cabinet''s decision after the cross-border NATO attack that killed 24 soldiers.


A federal judge has upheld Arizona's employer sanctions law that prohibits businesses from knowingly hiring illegal immigrants and yanks the business licenses of those that do.

Federal judge upholds employer sanctions law


The Vatican has for the first time made it clear that bishops and other high-ranking clergy should report clerical sex abuse to police.

Vatican makes clear bishops must report sex abuse


The theatres screening Rajinikanth starrer movie Endhiran in Bangalore have been raided by the Karnataka Commercial Tax department.

Theatres screening Endhiran raided by tax department


Rampaul removed both openers cheaply to put West Indies in early control and, despite patient scores of 67 by Azhar Ali and 56 by Umar Akmal, the visitors failed to make the most of winning the toss on a flat pitch.


Energy giant BP sought to spread the blame for the Gulf of Mexico oil spill Wednesday as it defended itself against tens of billions of dollars in potential fines and legal liabilities.


Skype made its debut Tuesday on PlayStation Vita, making its leading Internet video or voice calling service available on Sony's sophisticated videogame handset.


A man has been banned from areas of Northampton under a four-year court order.


Douglas Lin, head of digital planning at BBDO/Proximity in Singapore, tells us five things we need to know about geo-location based social network Foursquare.


``This is a big-time conspiracy against me with many hands behind it.


The search for two swimmers who went missing off the Somerset coast has been called off after a final low-tide search on Wednesday afternoon.


Lindsay Lohan is being sued again, this time for allegedly taking a fur coat.


Grocery and liquor wholesaler Metcash has reported growth above market guidance, despite economic conditions, and continues strong competition in the supermarket sector.

Metcash reports growth above market guidance


A woman was assaulted on Long Island after stopping to ask for directions late at night.

Woman assaulted after asking for directions


Editors are vying with one another for a Rajya Sabha seat.


In two cases, a panel of the Commonwealth Court held that mobile homes were taxable as real estate for real estate tax purposes.


The Irish Minstrels will perform a benefit concert for the Southeast Minnesota Resource Center.


Gary Paul Nabhan, an internationally known writer, conservationist, local food advocate and lecturer, next month will give a local talk about food security in a time of economic and climatic change.

Gary Paul Nabhan to give a local talk on food security


Pakistan on Saturday successfully test fired its long range Surface to Surface Ballistic Missile Hatf VI, said an ISPR press release issued here.


At least nine passengers were injured when a PIA passenger plane made an emergency landing due to technical fault at the Benazir Bhutto International Airport here on Friday.

PIA passenger plane makes emergency landing


FA Cup holders Portsmouth set up a fourth round meeting with Championship side Swansea City when they won 2-0 at Bristol City in a third round replay on Tuesday.

FA Cup holders Portsmouth through after replay


BJP Parliamentary Party chief LK Advani called up Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram on Sunday to discuss the firing outside the Jama Masjid in which two foreign tourists were injured, and enquired about the steps being taken to handle the situation.


It has been announced that Tom Felton will be attending the Young Film Critic of the Year awards tomorrow afternoon in London, where he will be presenting an award to one of the young winners.

Tom Felton to attend Young Film Critics of the Year awards


Felicity Huffman and Elle Fanning play mother and daughter in ``Phoebe in Wonderland.''


CHARLOTTE, NC A former soldier has been convicted of stealing $100,000 in pay and lying to federal agents.

Former soldier convicted of stealing pay, lying


Nintendo has seemingly re-released 50 WiiWare demos to the service.


A Buffalo man has been indicted on charges that he killed his pregnant girlfriend and left her nude body in a vacant home.

Buffalo man charged with killing his pregnant girlfriend


Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley plans to travel to Haiti next week to see recovery efforts and show the ``love and concern of the people of Boston to their brothers and sisters in need,'' the archdiocese of Boston said today in a statement.


October 22, 2010 Iowa lost 4,800 jobs in September, a new report today shows, despite adding 1,200 jobs in manufacturing and education and health services.


Eagles LCB Asante Samuel left Sunday's game against the Redskins with a concussion and did not return.

Cb Asante Samuel leaves game with concussion


RC Owens, a longtime San Francisco 49ers front office man and eight-year NFL wide receiver whose impressive leaping ability earned him the nickname ``Alley Oop'' and helped popularize the basketball phrase, died Sunday at age 77.


``Monsters University'' took the top slot at the weekend box office, but the new female buddy cop movie ``The Heat'' also showed some fire.

'Monsters University' tops box office, but 'the Heat' shows fire


A Pierce Transit bus has struck a utility pole near Spanaway, knocking down electrical wires onto the bus.

Pierce Transit bus knocks down electrical wires


Syarikat Prasarana Negara Bhd plans to introduce electric bus for public transportation in two years to support the Government's green environment initiatives.

Prasarana plans to introduce electric buses in two years


Darren Collison announced on Saturday that he will return for a senior year at UCLA, opting not to follow the routes earlier taken by teammates Kevin Love, Russell Westbrook and Luc Richard Mbah-a-Moute.

Collison to return for senior year at UCLA


Four members of a family, including three sisters and their father, were found dead under mysterious circumstances at their residence in Udaynarayanpur in Howrah district.

Four of a family found dead under mysterious circumstances


Aston Villa thrashed local rivals Birmingham City 5-1 on Monday to take their goal tally to 15 in their last three Premier League games.


NEW ORLEANS DJ Rivera scored 24 points and hit four free throws in the game's final 24 seconds to help Binghamton beat Tulane 74-73 on Saturday.


Veteran comedy writer Ray Galton has revealed that he punched a writer in the face for suggesting that he took pleasure in Tony Hancock's decline.


Trowbridge-based firm Wiltshire Farm Foods are celebrating sixteen years in the frozen food industry, delivering nutritious ready meals direct to the home for those unable, or simply unwilling to cook.


Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah will co-star n Joyful Noise, a new film which centers around two women who join forces to prevent a small-town gospel choir from shutting down, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah to co-star in Joyful Noise film


GoalControl has released a statement on being selected to provide goal-line technology at the FIFA Confederations Cup in Brazil.


London, Aug 27 Actress Katie Holmes has got a new tattoo on her left wrist.


Avid is releasing its Avid DS 11, the newest version of the company's editing, graphics creation, colour correction and compositing solution.


Morrisons has launched an employee assistance programme to help support its 117,000 employees during the recession.

Morrisons launches employee assistance programme


A mother-of-two accused of running a £500,000 a year online escort agency told a court: ``My two favourite things in the world are money and sex''.

``My two favourite things are money and sex'':


Joey Logano won the Nationwide Series race at Chicagoland Speedway for his third win of the season and continues to live up to his billing as one of NASCAR's rising stars.


Panasonic Corp. said it has invested $30 million in electric-car maker Tesla Motors Inc. in order to cement its relationship with a notable start-up in the fledgling electric-vehicle market and expand its own push into green energy businesses.


China on Thursday released a prominent dissident, Ai Weiwei on bail after three months of detention,asserting that he was freed after he ``confessed'' his crimes and due to his chronic illness.

China releases dissident artist Ai Weiwei on bail


Brett Favre has touched down in New York, and is already rubbing elbows with the city's top official.Favre, the New York Jets' newest quarterback, was introduced to the city by Mayor Michael Bloomberg at a packed City Hall press conference Friday.A wide-eyed Favre walked into the Blue Room and was greeted by dozens of flashing camera lights.


Cristiano Ronaldo has accepted ``substantial'' libel damages over a false newspaper allegation that he had gone on a ``bender'' at a Hollywood nightclub.

Ronaldo accepts ``substantial'' libel damages


Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea on Thursday proposed a technocratic cabinet, saying it would be an alternative to March 8's failure to form a political cabinet.


Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Tom Barrett will benefit from two pro-abortion fundraisers this week featuring Cecile Richards, president of Planned Parenthood, the nation's largest abortion business.

Wisconsin governor candidate Barrett to benefit from pro-abortion fundraisers


Gov. Bobby Jindal says he wants to borrow $325 million in upfront cash for rural road repairs across Louisiana.

Jindal proposes borrowing for rural road repairs


Pune FC came from behind to hold Shillong Lajong 1-1 at the latter's turf here in a keenly contested I-league match here today.


The United States said it believes Iran will get a nuclear weapon in one to three years, said the United States.

Iran to get nuclear weapon in one to three years:


A babysitter who left a baby boy inside a hot car back in 1999, killing the child, was released from prison Thursday.


US ambassador to Nepal Nancy J. Powell called on Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal at latter's office in Singha Durbar on Thursday.

US ambassador calls on Prime Minister Dahal


Fashion experts are predicting that neon colors will figure brightly this summer in bathing suits, jewelry, shoes, clothing and bags.


Prime Minister Vladimir Putin vowed revenge on Tuesday for a suicide bombing that killed at least 35 people at Russia's busiest airport.


A man has died from injuries he suffered in a weekend crash involving a Lexington police officer.

Man dies from injuries suffered in crash


AP Basketball Writer file photo, Jason Kidd speaks during a news conference at the New York Knicks training facility in Tarrytown, NY The New York Knicks say Kidd has decided to retire from the NBA after 19 seasons.

Jason Kidd retiring from NBA after 19 seasons


MADONNA has reportedly banned her toyboy lover Jesus from answering his phone in front of her, but he's still able to party when she's not there...

Madonna bans toyboy lover Jesus from answering phone


The future of stricken German retailer Arcandor and its 50,000 employees looked bleak on Wednesday after the European Commission said it would take a dim view of any state aid.

Future of German retailer Arcandor looking bleak


President Obama says he will sign the payroll tax cut extension ``soon,'' and congratulated his supporters for pressuring Congress to pass it.

Obama will sign payroll tax cut extension 'soon'


A RUSSIAN woman died from burns when she fell into a pit of boiling water after parking her car in St Petersburg.


The Kurdistan Freedom Falcons claimed responsibility for a bomb attack on a civilian bus transporting military personnel in Istanbul on Monday.

TAK claims the responsibility for the bomb attack


Former US President George W Bush in Texas, 25 Oct 2009Former US President George W. Bush has made his debut as a motivational speaker, encouraging listeners to stand by their beliefs and live every day to the fullest.

Former US President George W. Bush debuts as motivational speaker


At least eight followers of the Pir Pagara were trampled to death at the Dargah Pir Jo Goth in Khairpur on the second day of Eid on Tuesday.

Eight followers of Pir Pagara trampled to death


Now that Innisfil knows how much land Barrie is expected to take, council has moved to reshape its ward boundaries in time for next year's municipal election.

Council moves to reshape ward boundaries


Maytas Properties, hit by both the recession in real estate and the Satyam accounting scam, has written to angry clients to give it more time.

Maytas Properties writes to angry clients


As per reports and information from our sources,US imports of liquefied natural gas in July slid 44 percent to the lowest monthly level in more than eight years as ample US gas supply and low prices deterred shipments.Imports fell to 20.2 bcf, the slowest since December 2002 and down from 36.3 bcf in July 2010.US imports have been declining throughout 2011 as shippers send gas to higher-paying markets in Europe and Asia.

US imports of liquefied natural gas in July slid 44 percent to the lowest monthly level in more than eight years ..


Journal Communications Inc. posted an $8.1 million profit in the second quarter as rising revenue in the broadcast unit was augmented by cost-cutting initiatives, the company said Wednesday.

Journal Communications posts $8.1 million profit


Federal Minister for Petroleum & Natural Resources Dr. Asim Hussain has said that Pakistan recognizes historical and brotherly relations with Islamic Republic of Iran and the time tested relationship between the two countries bonded together by common religion.

Pakistan recognizes historical relations with Iran:


TAFF Industry Advertising Campaign Award nominee Hankook has launched the second phase of its global television advertising campaign, running with the slogan, ``Be One with It''.

Hankook launches second phase of global advertising campaign


It's called ``What Could I Do If I Wanted,'' and it imagines PB&J as a punky art-rock trio, doing a single that sounds like a lost Buzzcocks single.


A British soldier has been killed and six others injured in the latest ``insider attack'' on international troops by a member of the Afghan security forces.


Actor Emraan Hashmi says he felt he had reached saturation point with dark and intense roles in his decade-long film career, and that his forthcoming movie 'Ghanchakkar', a comedy entertainer, came as a much-awaited break for him.

I reached saturation point with dark roles:


Lance Armstrong says hiring a criminal defense lawyer in the face of a federal investigation for possible fraud and doping violations is merely a matter of protecting himself.


Lindsey Vonn won her third straight downhill title Saturday and tied Bode Miller for the most career World Cup victories by an American at 32.


Eva Longoria has just obtained a Master's degree in Chicano Studies from California State University.

Actress eva Longoria obtains Master's degree in Chicano Studies


Deutsche Bank AG, Germany's biggest bank, hired six senior bankers to its financial-institutions group from Merrill Lynch & Co., which has been acquired by Bank of America Corp.

Deutsche Bank hires six senior bankers from Merrill


The latest Earth-observing satellite developed by NASA, called Glory, arrived Tuesday at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., in preparation for a Feb. 23 launch.

Glory satellite arrives at Vandenberg Air Force Base


Yet it is important to remember that King, who advocated judging a man ``not by the content of his skin, but the content of his character,'' would not have supported Obama simply because of his race.

Would Martin Luther King, Jr. have supported Barack Obama?


Gold may decline in London as a stronger dollar curbs demand for an alternative investment and after China pledged further tightening measures.

Gold may decline in London on stronger dollar, China tightening


Athens, July 23 Former US president Bill Clinton has called for support to the ailing Greek economy.

Bill Clinton calls for support to Greek economy


The Church of Scotland has announced a new commission, as the UK economy continues on its slow road to recovery, to explore the moral and ethical questions raised by the credit crunch.

Church of Scotland announces new commission


The Company Theatre in Norwell has announced its 2011 concert season, providing the area with music and comedy.

Company Theatre announces 2011 concert season


The US Mint is temporarily halting sales of its popular American Buffalo 24-karat gold coins because it can't keep up with soaring demand as investors seek the safety of gold in these turbulent economic times.


A strong earthquake has struck central Japan, days after another tremor killed one and hurt 120 in the country.


Kentucky lost 700 construction jobs in February and lost 13,700 jobs between February 2009 and February 2010, according to a new analysis by Associated General Contractors of America.

Kentucky loses 700 construction jobs in February


A US drone strike targeting a vehicle and a compound on Sunday killed six militants and wounded five others in North Waziristan, officials said.


Two Warsaw girls have been missing since they left Friday evening for a Halloween party, the family says, and there was still no word on their location as police continued searching Sunday morning.

Warsaw girls reported missing after Halloween party


Winnipeg police are looking for the public's help after a double stabbing in Osborne Village early today.

Police looking for help in double stabbing in Osborne Village


Markets were trading near their day lows, tracking fall in overnight global markets and Asia, as the weakening rupee coupled with the MET department's forecast of deficient monsoon rains dampened investor sentiment.


BERLIN & NEW YORK - Calvin Klein Underwear, a division of Warnaco Inc. (NYSE: WRC), along with Calvin Klein, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: PVH), today announced at a press conference in Berlin, Germany that acclaimed actress Zoe Saldana will be featured in the women's Fall 2010 Calvin Klein Underwear global advertising campaign.

Calvin Klein Underwear announces actress Zoe Saldana to be featured in Fall 2010 global advertising campaign


President Bush has declared a major disaster in Arkansas in wake of flooding across the state.

President Bush declares major disaster in Arkansas


Augsburg moved off the bottom of the Bundesliga table on Saturday afternoon after a goalless draw against Freiburg.


The outstanding composer and pianist Cuban Harold Gramatges died on Tuesday at the age of 90 in Havana city, as confirmed by Union of Writers and Artists UNEAC to Prensa Latina.


An American soldier has died after being shot when an Afghan soldier opened fire on foreign troops in western Afghanistan on Tuesday, also wounding two Italians, Nato said.


The white 'B' above the hills of Burbank has been painted red ahead of the rival football game between John Burroughs and Burbank high schools tonight.

'B' above Burbank painted red ahead of rival football game


German Formula One driver Nico Rosberg has called for a minimum weight for Grand Prix drivers.

Rosberg calls for minimum weight for drivers


NIWA is forecasting a warm early summer across the country from November to January, with moderate to strong La Nina conditions likely to continue into autumn.


GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions, today announced the availability of new environmental cables for servo and spindle motors.

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms announces environmental cables for servo and spindle motors


Tottenham midfielder Wilson Palacios has admitted he considered quitting the game following the death of his brother.


Explorer and developer Equinox Minerals Ltd has returned to profit for its first half of 2010, saying the result was due to higher copper production and lower costs.


Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp is looking to sign Anderlecht striker Romelu Lukaku for 17.5 million pounds after the 17-year-old's scoring drought dimmed interest from Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City, the Daily Mail said.

Tottenham looks to sign Anderlecht striker Romelu Lukaku:


Oil prices turned up in Asian trade on Wednesday, but estimates a large increase in US crude oil stocks temper market sentiment, said analysts.


The plan will see IDP expand its Australian recruitment activities while simultaneously recruiting for US universities.


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Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd will meet Burma's pro-democracy figure Aung San Suu Kyi when he visits the country next week.


A giant squid washed up on the Marlborough coast was a ``pretty random thing to find on a diving trip'', says the man who found it.


The Washington Independent, a DC-based news website covering national political news and government went live today.

The Washington Independent website goes live today


Tony Blair considered not running for a third term as British prime minister but his wife and others persuaded him it would be seen as an admission that he had been wrong about the Iraq war, she says in her newly published autobiography.

Tony Blair's wife publishes autobiography;


Ireland's Katie Taylor has qualified for the London 2012 Olympics after receiving a walkover in her quarter-finals at the World Amateur Championships in China.


Former US President George W. Bush will visit South Korea next week to speak at a forum on the global economic crisis, organisers said Wednesday.

George W. Bush to visit South Korea forum


The Pac-10 has released it new logo, but says an update to the Pac-12 will follow.


Regional officials said a synagogue in northern France has been vandalized, its facade sprayed with graffiti that included a swastika.


Dean Bailey has thrown a hand grenade on the AFL club that sacked him, admitting to coaching for draft picks in his first two seasons as Melbourne coach.

Bailey admits to coaching for draft picks


Free income tax return preparation and e-filing continues at six Davidson County sites through April 14.

Free income tax return preparation continues


EIGHTY years after his 1930 Melbourne Cup win, Phar Lap is still revered as our greatest racehorse.

Phar Lap still revered as our greatest racehorse


Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho was awarded an honourary doctorate Monday from Lisbon's Technical University, where he graduated in physical education and sport more than 20 years ago.


(Nokia lowers Q408 mobile device industry volumes - gives outlook for 2009 at Capital Markets Day event.)

Nokia lowers mobile device industry outlook


A global association of the Armenian film makers will be created in the near future, the General Director of the Golden Apricot film festival Harutyun Khachatryan told the journalists on Thursday.

Global association of Armenian film makers to be created


Pirate impersonators got a chance to walk the plank at the National Walk the Plank Championship Saturday in Key West.

Pirate impersonators walk the plank in Key West


Harlequins RL Assistant Coach Latham Tawhai looks forward to meeting his old club, the London Skolars, in the Quins first friendly.

Tawhai looking forward to Skolars friendly


Earlier today, TATAME reported that Jose Aldo had cut ties with Ed Soares and the Black House team.

Jose Aldo cuts ties with manager Ed Soares and Black House


A woman has settled a lawsuit with some defendants in the death of a Davidson County teen who died after a man threw a rock through a windshield.

Woman settles with some defendants in death


INDIANAPOLIS -The president of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway says he'll resign after this weekend's Allstate 400 at the Brickyard.

President of Indianapolis Motor Speedway resigns


A fully loaded mail truck crashed down an embankment Monday morning in Auburn, closing a lane of northbound Highway 49.


A judge on Wednesday approved Madonna's adoption of a Malawian boy she met in an orphanage in 2006.The 49-year-old pop star wasn't in court for the ruling, which took Justice Andrew Nyirenda an hour to read.

Judge approves Madonna's adoption of Malawian boy


Two men were arrested following a New Year's Day stabbing at Club 69, 106 E. Third St.

Men arrested after New Year's Day stabbing


South Indian actress Sneha, who has acted opposite top stars like Kamal Haasan, Mammooty and Nagarjuna, is all set to complete 50 films with a cameo in Rajnikanth's fortcoming ``Kuselan''.


Palestinian unemployment has fallen to 26 per cent, down from 27.9 per cent at the end of 2007.

Palestinian unemployment falls to 26 per cent


Bayern Munich attacker Thomas Muller has taken time to defend team-mate Arjen Robben against recent criticism from former stars such as Mario Basler and Franz Beckenbauer.

Bayern Munich star Thomas Muller defends Arjen Robben against recent criticism


A home under construction on Virginia Avenue in Carolina Beach caught fire Wednesday night.

Home under construction at Carolina Beach catches fire


A'uston Calhoun scored 10 of his 20 points during a 12-3 run that helped Bowling Green earn its first road win of the season, a 67-61 decision over Saint Louis on Saturday.

Bowling Green earns first road win of season 67-61


Bill Gates has increased his stake in Deere & Co. to 7 percent from 5.8 percent, according to a recent filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.