Malaysian shares closed down 0.14 percent Tuesday after the government said the economy is expected to shrink by more than forecast this year, dealers said.


For the second consecutive year, Vacaville has been selected by Relocate America as one of the top 100 places to live in the United States.

Vacaville among top 100 places to live in us


THE UNITED KINGDOM could get a dedicated Privacy Commissioner, according to a tabled discussion in the House of Lords.


Crude oil rose on speculation that prices fell too far at the end of last week and may rebound as optimism about an economic recovery grows.

Crude oil rises on speculation prices fell too far last week


Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso won his first race of the Formula One season Sunday at the British Grand Prix on Sunday.

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso wins British Grand Prix


CHRIS Knowles dusted himself down after playing an unwanted part in football history and then revealed he didn't even see the horror tackle that earned plumber Dave Pratt a place in the record books.


Kristen Stewart recently spoke to Sugar and said that Taylor Lautner, who plays Jacob in the vampire sequal looked ``so buff'' on the set of Twilight:

Taylor Lautner looked ``so buff'' on Twilight:


Canadians should brace themselves for another shocking jobs report today as the worst economic retreat in at least 60 years continues to exact a heavy toll on labour conditions, analysts say.


Barnsley manager David Flitcroft has admitted that he hopes John Stones would return to Oakwell if he were made available by Everton manager David Moyes.

David Flitcroft hopes for John Stones return


National Party president, Dr Abdul Malik Baloch narrowly escaped unhurt in a hand grenade attack exploding near his vehicle on Monday here, FP News desk reported.

Dr. Abdul Malik Baloch escapes unhurt hand grenade attack


Jim Carrey returns to his slapstick comedic roots with ``Yes Man,'' a good-natured film that matches its humor with a decidedly upbeat message.

Carrey returns to slapstick in ``yes man'


A hung assembly in Haryana is being predicted by the bookies in Haryana.

Hung assembly in Haryana predicted by bookies


Germany has shut down a small Hamburg mosque once used by 9/11 terrorists and where a jihadist society prays and spreads an ideology that authorities say is ``hostile to democracy.''

Germany shuts down mosque once used by 9/11 terrorists


WASHINGTON -House Speaker Nancy Pelosi shut the door Thursday to a resolution honoring Michael Jackson because debate on the symbolic measure could raise ``contrary views'' about the pop star's life.

Pelosi shuts down resolution on Michael Jackson


The famous mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs will become state employees on November first.


Blogger The Twins have declined their $6 million option on former closer Matt Capps, the team announced on Wednesday.

Twins decline $6 million option on former closer Matt Capps


The new series of Ashes to Ashes will have a darker edge than before, according to its stars Philip Glenister and Keeley Hawes.

New series of Ashes to Ashes has darker edge


A pedestrian was killed in an accident on the M6 near Carlisle in the early hours of this morning.

Pedestrian killed on M6 motorway near Carlisle


Seven-time Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher on Thursday said that he will retire at the end of the season, bringing a definitive close to a stellar career after a less-than-successful comeback.

Schumacher to retire at end of the season


The Finish Line Inc. said Wednesday that it will increase its quarterly dividend by a penny, or 17 percent.

Finish Line increases dividend 17 percent


A couple wanted on felony theft charges in Arkansas has been arrested in Lafayette.

Couple wanted in Arkansas arrested in Lafayette


I believe that the idea of a moratorium on construction, proposed by Commissioner Ken Robinson, is a great idea.


Watercare can resume work on connecting an Auckland water pipeline now police have finished their scene examination at the site of a fatal explosion.


Wichita State's Athletic Director announced Wednesday the Shockers will play Tulsa at INTRUST Bank Arena.

Wichita State Shockers to play Tulsa at INTRUST Bank Arena


Reliance Capital announced that it has appointed Madhusudan Kela, presently head of equities, Reliance Mutual Fund, as chief investment strategist, Reliance Capital,

Reliance Capital appoints Madhusudan Kela as chief investment strategist


Warner Bros. Movie World on Australia's Gold Coast, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC Entertainment, today launched Arkham Asylum --

Warner Bros. Movie World launches Arkham Asylum --


COUNCILLORS are set to visit the former Dundalk town dump, which has been closed for over 10 years.


One person was injured in an afternoon one-vehicle dump truck wreck that left FM 49 near Mineola littlered with heavy equipment.

One person injured in dump truck wreck near Mineola


A company, believed to be a ``virtual'' call center will expand into Jefferson County in the next several weeks, according to economic development officials.


The new arrivals terminal at the Doha International Airport will open to passengers on Sunday, the DIA said yesterday.


Rockies president Keli McGregor died of a rare virus that attacked his heart, his family announced Monday in a statement released by the team.


A CUTE Labrador pup stole a Royal's heart as Princess Alexandra opened a new guide dogs centre at Leamington.

Princess Alexandra opens new guide dogs centre in Leamington


Oil prices in New York topped the $100 level for the first time since June 10 as traders anticipated tightening supplies at the beginning of winter.


Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej admitted on TV Sunday that he could not help being satirical to Thai PBS station.

Samak admits he could not help being satirical to Thai PBS


Free Telephone Number Reverse Look Up Directory Search Web sites are limited through contracts with telephone corporations, which stop Companies from giving this data for free.

Free telephone Number reverse Look Up Directory Search Web sites:


Bank of America will cut 30,000 jobs as part of the biggest cost-saving plan undertaken by any bank since the height of the financial crisis.


BAKERY giant Greggs has opened the doors of its new £16.5m site in Newcastle which will supply up to 200 shops with bread and cakes.

Bakery giant Greggs opens doors on £16.5m site


The co-director and producer of the Oscar-nominated Afghan war docu-film ``Restrepo,'' Tim Hetherington, was killed in Libya on Wednesday.

``Restrepo'' director Tim Hetherington killed in Libya


Senator Harry Reid, Democrat of Nevada and the majority leader, was involved in a minor car accident in his home state on Friday and was taken to a hospital as a precaution, aides said.


Oakland University professors have voted to authorize their union representatives to call a strike on the first scheduled day of classes.

Oakland University professors authorize a strike


Each year, the Indianapolis Zoo offers several specially designed trips guided by experts from the Zoo to exotic locales around the globe.

Indianapolis Zoo offers trips guided by experts from the Zoo to exotic locales


Massachusetts gas prices are up another 2 cents, with a gallon of regular self-serve now averaging $3.42 a gallon.


The Goods for Guns program will return to Pittsburgh this weekend after a one year hiatus.

'Goods for Guns' program returns to Pittsburgh


Haiti has seen its tax revenues halved since January's massive earthquake and needs urgent help to fill a gaping hole in its budget, an International Monetary Fund source said on Monday.


*Update* Serena Williams twitter picture sparked controversy for possibly implying that she's inviting a stalker to take a peep.

Serena Williams twitter picture sparks controversy


Kamal Nath, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, has said that from a national perspective, India will remain one of the fastest growing economies in the world over 2008-09 to 2010-11.

India among fastest growing economies in the world :


BUDGET carrier Cebu Pacific Air on Tuesday announced it is hiring 300 flight attendants, and even as its rival Philippine Airlines braced for a strike by its cabin crew.


Former Republican US Rep. Heather Wilson announced Monday she will run for Senate in the 2012 election.


ANAHEIM, Calif. The Los Angeles Angels have activated slugger Vladimir Guerrero from the disabled list and optioned outfielder Reggie Willits to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Los Angeles Angels activate Vladimir Guerrero off disabled list


During the month of July, Pardee Hospital will be offering three free physician presentations to the community at the Pardee Health Education Center.

Pardee Hospital offers free physician presentations


The British convoy of solidarity with Gaza, Palestine, left the Tunisian territory, through the Ras Jedir crossing point, in the Ben Guerdane delegation, on the Tunisian-Libyan borders, on its way to the Palestinian city.

British convoy of solidarity with Gaza leaves Tunisian territory


Emergency crews have recovered the bodies of two workers who were killed in an explosion at a coal gasification plant in West Terre Haute.

2 killed in explosion at coal gasification plant


First Class actress January Jones has given birth to a healthy baby boy, who she has named Xander Dane Jones.


China launched a program to allow locally listed banks to trade bonds on domestic exchanges again after a 13-year ban, in its latest move to boost liquidity in the country's fixed-income market, China's securities and banking regulators said Wednesday.

China launches program to allow banks to trade bonds on exchanges


Magsaysay award winners Nileema Mishra and Harish Hande had ``helped to harness technologies to empower their countrymen and created waves of progressive change across Asia,'' Award foundation president Carmencita T. Abella, said.

``Nileema Mishra, Hande created waves of progressive change across Asia''


Ugandan rebels have killed 23 people including 14 south Sudanese soldiers and ``started war'', a south Sudanese minister said on Saturday.


Kostas Karamanlis has acknowledged the loss of his party at general elections in Greece held on Sunday after the announcement of partial results, AFP informed.

Karamanlis acknowledges the loss of his party at general elections


A prominent Kuwaiti opposition leader has been jailed for five years for insulting the emir, BBC News reported.

Kuwaiti opposition leader jailed for insulting emir


The Crimean organization of Party of Regions at a party congress held on Saturday decided to put forward Viktor Yanukovych as a candidate for the president post.

Crimean organization of Party of Regions put forward Yanukovych as candidate for president post


Senate Banking Committee Chairman Chris Dodd on Monday said he does not expect ``many more'' banks to fail, in the wake of last week's implosion of IndyMac Bancorp.

Dodd does not expect ``many more'' banks to fail


Trichet better 'stand and deliver' or mayhem will occur.


The FBI arrested a prominent local senator in Puerto Rico on Thursday after a federal grand jury indicted him on 32 counts including bribery, wire fraud and money laundering, officials said.

FBI arrests prominent Puerto Rico senator


PHNIX, one of the largest heat pump manufacturers in China, will soon be launching a smart control system, a remote control used in computers and smartphones, which can control appliances wherever you are connected to the internet.


West Ham has signed South Africa striker Benni McCarthy from Premier League rival Blackburn on a 2 1/2-year contract.

West Ham signs Benni McCarthy from Blackburn


Parents are being urged to spend wisely this New Year and save money for their children's education needs.

Parents urged to spend wisely this New Year


China, the world's largest copper user, has also started investing the second round of allocation of funds from its $535-billion stimulus plan.

China investing the second round of allocation of funds


Roddy White is expected to play on Thursday night against the Ravens despite being listed as questionable, Adam Schefter confirms.


Nepal's Maoist leader Prachanda will visit India on September 14 on his maiden tour since he took over as the premier last month, a top official has said.


The Indian Navy warship, INS Vindhyagiri, capsized on Monday.


Iran says it has successfully sent a monkey into space, according to BBC News.

Iran says it successfully sent monkey into space


Pi Day is tomorrow, the day when the ratio of circumference to diameter of a circle is celebrated.


THE COUGARS WON THEIR 7th IN A ROW AS THEY BEAT THE SAANICH BRAVES 5-3 AT THE ARCHIE BROWNING ARENA.


AP Sports Writer Kansas may play USC next December in Wichita, Kan., and it would be a home game for the Trojans.


The BSE Sensex shed 0.9 early on Monday, tracking global peers that fell on renewed fears of recession in the United States and sustained worries about the euro zone debt crisis.


The University of South Florida was locked down for a time Monday after someone reported a man with a gun and a bomb near the library, and police had one person in custody.


10:05 AM,May 05,2012 Chennai, May 5 AIADMK supremo and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa today said her party was yet to decide on the ensuing presidential polls and nobody had approached her so far on the issue.


MORRISONS could be moving to Bishop's Stortford after the supermarket giant bought 49 stores from failed DVD rental chain Blockbuster.


Iran can withstand sanctions and the pressure of the US and its allies over Tehran's nuclear program, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Tuesday ``Sanctions cannot stop the Iranian nation. The Iranian nation is able to withstand the pressure of the US and its allies,'' Ahmadinejad told a news conference.


A Mayan statue that sold for the record price of nearly three million Euros at a Paris auction this week is a fake, the Mexican government said Tuesday.

Mayan statue sold for record price is fake


The 2009 tax statements will begin arriving in your mailbox this week as nearly 40,000 bills are sent from entities all across Montague County.

2009 tax statements begin arriving this week


Dr. Elijah and Dr. Ernelle Whitten of Clarksville, TN celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary with a ceremony on January 9, 2009.


Top European Union officials called on Wednesday for an earlier agreement on enlarging the temporary rescue fund set up last year.

Top EU officials call for agreement on enlarging rescue fund


The Centre should double the current grain procurement, which is only 25% of the total production besides using the 2010 population figures to decide on the number of BPL people in the country, thus automatically expanding the number of recipients for distributing grain, the Right to Food Campaign has said.

Centre should double the grain procurement:


Ticks are raising new concerns in Tennessee as new types and infections emerge.


Hollywood talent agent Ed Limato died at his Beverly Hills home on Saturday after suffering from lung cancer at the age of 73.


The Indiana delegation to Congress split over the bailout plan of the financial industry.


German Chancellor Angela Merkel was re-elected as head of the ruling Christian Democratic Union on Monday.

Merkel re-elected head of Christian Democratic Union


SUZY Favor Hamilton, a three-time Olympic middle distance runner from the United States, admitted that she has led a secret life for the past year as a Las Vegas escort.

Olympian suzy Favor Hamilton admits secret life as escort


Karachi, Jun 13 Detained Pakistani pacer Mohammad Asif is likely to be deported back home next week after the Attorney General in Dubai gives a final verdict on the bowler by June 16.


Minnesota winger Brad Staubitz and Columbus defenseman James Wisniewski were suspended indefinitely Saturday for chippy play during the Wild's 4-3 overtime win.

Staubitz, Wisniewski suspended for chippy play


A deputy from the Erie County Correctional Facility is facing sexual abuse charges.


A fire broke out in a shoe factory's store in New Karachi area.


Libyan state television has accused the Netherlands of spying, following the capture of a Dutch navy helicopter and its three-strong crew by militias loyal to embattled leader Moamer Gaddafi, Dutch state radio reported Saturday.


Tara Levis is riding from Prince George to Maple Ridge to raise awareness about eating disorders.

Ride raises awareness about eating disorders


Department store chain Mervyns filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday, the latest merchant to become a casualty in a harsh retail environment.

Mervyns files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection


Republican presidential nominee John McCain said he supports the US military buildup on Guam because of the island's growing role in the nation's defense strategy.


A gas station attendant in the Town of Wallkill was robbed at gunpoint.

Gas station attendant robbed at gunpoint


Buffalo Technology, a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of storage and wireless networking solutions, today announces the launch of the world's fastest external hard drive, the DriveStation DDR.

Buffalo Technology launches the world's fastest external hard drive


In an interview with CNBC-TV18, Sunil Punjabi, chief executive officer of Cinemax India says, the month of January is looking fairly positive.


Waltham, MA-based Dynogen announced today that it will go public in a reverse merger with a subsidiary of California's Apex Bioventures.


Suzann Pettersen won the LPGA Lotte Championship on Saturday, beating Lizette Salas with a par on the first hole of a playoff after Salas chunked her approach shot into the water.

Suzann Pettersen wins LPGA Lotte Championship, beating Lizette Salas in playoff


A new survey has shown that one in four dentists intend to quit the NHS.


St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jim Edmonds announced Friday his retirement as an active player.

Cardinals outfielder Jim Edmonds announces retirement


A 31-year-old man was shot and killed at an apartment complex here Sunday morning.

Man shot and killed at apartment complex


Kenny Shiels has been appointed manager of Kilmarnock and is relishing the challenge despite having already witnessed the departure of a host of key players.


``So as of today, with a lot of prayer and soul searching, I am suspending my presidential campaign.


A woman who went swimming alone Sunday was found dead that afternoon in a bay near a marina, the Coos County Sheriff's Office said.


Hershey Co. said it agreed to buy out the minority shareholders in its loss-making Indian candy and beverage venture for an undisclosed sum, clearing the decks for the American firm to compete on its own in a market dominated by rivals Kraft Foods Inc. and Nestle SA. The Hershey, Pennsylvania-based firm, will buy the 43% stake in venture Godrej Hershey from India's Godrej Industries Ltd. and another 6% from another unnamed minority shareholder, a press releases from Hershey and Godrej said.

Hershey buying out minority shareholders in Indian candy venture


Greater use of grade separation on rail crossings needed The union for rail workers says that greater use of grade separation such as over bridges or underpasses are needed to properly protect pedestrians from rail accidents.


A suicide bomber struck an Iraqi military base Thursday in an attack that Iraqi officials first said killed 16 soldiers but later maintained no one died but the attacker.The conflicting death counts came at a time when Iraqi officials are under increasing pressure to stop attacks.

Suicide bomber strikes Iraqi military base


A little known type of cholesterol, oxycholesterol, may pose the greatest heart disease risk, researchers say.

Little known type of cholesterol may pose the greatest heart disease risk


Insurance firm Aviva PLC said Wednesday it has completed the sale of its Czech, Hungarian and Romanian Life businesses to MetLife Inc's local operating subsidiaries in those countries.

Aviva completes sale of Czech, Hungarian, Romanian Life businesses


Congressman Jim Cooper was re-elected to represent the 5th Congressional District on Tuesday night, defeating opponent Brad Staats.

Jim Cooper re-elected to represent 5th Congressional District


``We have sent a clarification on the QIP issue to the government. We intend to raise $400 million through QIP,'' said Naresh Goyal, chairman, Jet Airways on the sidelines of an industry summit.

Jet sends clarification on the QIP issue to government


President Bush signed a housing bill designed to provide mortgage relief across the country.

Bush signs housing bill for mortgage relief


Prices moved both ways on the wholesales grain and seed market on Saturday in process of trading, dealers said.


Life & Style is reporting that Kristin Cavallari and Scott Disick once hooked up in 2009!

Kristin Cavallari and Scott Disick hooked up!


The area is marking Labor Day with a variety of events and celebrations this weekend.


Asia MotorWorks, the Indian heavy commercial vehicle maker, is entering into auto finance and commercial vehicle finance business by buying out a 100 per cent stake in cash deal in FamilyCredit, the Indian arm of the Parish Stock Exchange-listed Société Générale Consumer Finance.


The British tabloid Daily Mirror recently headlined that ``Sea will rise 'to levels of last Ice Age'''.

Sea will rise ``to levels of last ice Age''


European ports may be facing a winter of discontent as the latest European Ports Policy moves through Brussels: strikes in Portugal are being seen as a precursor to Europe-wide industrial action.

Europe's ports face 'winter of discontent'


Rick Santorum dropped out of his presidential campaign Tuesday after falling far behind front-runner Mitt Romney in the race for the Republican nomination.

Rick Santorum drops out of presidential campaign


AS an active member of the Kidderminster past Facebook group, am writing on behalf of many members who, like myself would like to know what happened to the 'iconic' swans that were located in the Swan Centre for many years.


Brian Brohm will see the first regular-season action of his NFL career today when he starts at quarterback for the Buffalo Bills against the Atlanta Falcons.


The government reported Thursday the economy shrank in the summer, the strongest signal yet that a recession may have already begun, a day after the Federal Reserve slashed a key interest rate to battle an economic downturn.


The trial for a former central-Kansas police chief charged with child molestation has been filled with tears.

Trial for former Kansas police chief filled with tears


McLaren boss Ron Dennis has paid tribute top Phil Hill, the great American driver who died last Thursday of complications from Parkinson's disease.


county workers continued to protest Saturday for the third straight week in a growing protest that could lead to a strike.


A Michigan juror was ousted from a trial after the young woman posted a guilty verdict on Facebook before the case was concluded, MyFoxDetroit.com reported.

Michigan juror ousted for posting 'guilty' verdict on Facebook


A WOMAN told a jury yesterday that, as a girl, she suffered years of sexual abuse at the hands of the latest man to appear in court as a result of the historical abuse inquiry.


The search for two men who went missing in the East Kootenay earlier in June is continuing with no sign so far of either of them.

Search for two men missing in East Kootenay continues


Taiwan-based oil and gas developer CPC said it would expand in biofuel business by investing in jatropha trees in either Indonesia or Cambodia, sources reported.


The long-awaited film of the Broadway musical, ``Les Miserables,'' directed by Tom Hooper and starring Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, Russell Crowe and Amanda Seyfried, will make you sing ... and cry, too, writes Seattle Times movie critic Moira Macdonald in this review.

'Les Misérables' will make you sing and cry


World record holder Jack Bobridge will defend his individual pursuit title against Australian compatriot Michael Hepburn at the world track cycling championships later Saturday.

Bobridge to defend pursuit title against Hepburn


Ukrainian Jewish community leaders and Jews in the arts received state honors.


It is no secret that scientists are a skeptical lot.


On Saturday, it celebrated 25 years of making a difference by helping the disabled, and Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong joined in the celebrations at the Yishun Park school.

25 years of making a difference for the disabled


The government has no plans to set up a constitutional court or special committee on the Federal Constitution, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz said.

Government has no plans to set up constitutional court


A shocking report from the Council on Foreign Relations finds that 75% of Americans 17-24 are physically, intellectually, or criminally unfit to join the US military.

75% in US physically, intellectually, or criminally unfit to join the military


Fianna Fáil is to hold a regional conference in Waterford this weekend, with a focus on promoting jobs and investment throughout the county.

Fianna Fáil to hold conference in Waterford


Bakersfield Heart Hospital will be expanded by 72 inpatient beds and 16 emergency department beds at a cost of between $50 million and $60 million, according to its owner, MedCath Corp. of Charlotte, NC

Bakersfield Heart Hospital to be expanded


It seems the bad economy is claiming yet another victim.


An increasing number of Greek firms are migrating to the southwestern Bulgarian town of Petrich in order to seek a more stable financial environment, a report says.

An increasing number of Greek firms are migrating to the Bulgarian town of Petrich


David Cameron today hit back at former head of the Met Police Sir Paul Stephenson over the phone hacking scandal and denied there was any comparison to be made with his own position and the hiring of former News of the World editor Andy Coulson.

David Cameron hits back at Sir Paul Stephenson over phone hacking


Three teens are behind bars this morning after they were accused of breaking into several cars in Melbourne.

Three teens accused of breaking into cars in Melbourne


The volcanic ash cloud that has caused a widespread shutdown of European airspace has cost Tui Travel £20m, the tour operator has said in a statement to the Stock Exchange.


A British man has died in the Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, the Foreign Office has confirmed.


The UTEP volleyball team sweeps UCF, 3-0 to earn their first Conference USA victory of the season on Friday.


The Tuscaloosa Children's Theatre will bring the timeless Christmas tale of Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens' ``A Christmas Carol'' to the Bama Theatre Dec. 7-9.

Tuscaloosa Children's Theatre brings 'a Christmas Carol' to Bama Theatre


Bovie Medical Corporation, a manufacturer and marketer of electrosurgical products, today announced fourth quarter and fiscal year 2007 results.

Bovie Medical Corporation announces fourth quarter and fiscal 2007 results:


Mark Cavendish of Britain won the 12th stage of the Tour de France on Thursday, hours after cycling's showcase race was thrown into chaos with a third doping bust this year and netting the biggest name yet.


THE Bowl is proving to be a well-used and lasting legacy to the Commonwealth Youth Games.


UN humanitarian operations are continuing in Libya after 12 UN international staff fled Tripoli due to unrest in the capital, UN spokesman Martin Nesirky said here Monday.

UN humanitarian operations continue in Libya


Toyota Motor Corp President Akio Toyoda said he was ``deeply sorry'' for accidents caused by safety problems with Toyota vehicles and detailed a set of reforms that would shift control of recall decisions away from the automaker's Japan headquarters.

Toyoda says ``deeply sorry'' for accidents


The Vatican will review its security procedures after this shocking moment at St. Peter's Basilica at yesterday's Christmas Eve mass. A woman jumped a barrier as Pope Benedict walked down the aisle.


Buffalo Sabres left-winger Thomas Vanek was named NHL first star of the week Monday.

Vanek named NHL's first star of the week


Asahi Glass Co. Ltd. said Thursday it has set conversion prices for its two-tranche euroyen convertible bond issue worth up to Y100 billion.

Asahi Glass sets conversion prices for convertible bonds


Sri Lanka Navy assisted in the repatriation of 11 Sri Lankan fishermen along with 02 fishing boats on 08 th August 2012.

Navy assists in the repatriation of 11 Sri Lankan fishermen


A seemingly imminent transit strike in York Region has been called off, the union representing just over 200 employees said Monday.

Transit strike in York Region called off


A 62-year-old former assistant Crown attorney from Windsor has been charged with soliciting prostitution.

Former assistant Crown attorney charged with soliciting prostitution


Tunisian authorities have arrested nearly 200 people after a series of anti-government protests that culminated in a street battle at the weekend in the capital, ``Reuters'' writes referring to the state TAP new agency.


I am either the worst tour guide ever, or the best tour guide ever.


New York State libraries are facing deep cuts as a result of Governor Paterson's 2010-2011 budget proposal.


Independent natural gas producer Cabot Oil & Gas Corp. is planning a public offering of 3.6 million shares.

Cabot Oil & gas Corp. plans public offering


Band Pro Film & Digital and RED Digital Cinema announced a joint sales and marketing agreement to provide RED EPIC and Leica Summilux-C lens packages for sale.

Band Pro and RED announce marketing agreement


HEIDI Klum knew Seal would be a good dad the first time she met him.


The historic Opera House in Hays, which had deteriorated to the point where stones have been falling from the building for the past several months, will be demolished this week.


The Ravens vs. Steelers betting odds had the Steelers as a -5 early favorite hosting Baltimore.


A Whitney woman was shot in the leg after several guns that were leaning against a wall fell over.

Whitney woman shot in leg after guns fall


The Business Accelerator Network for Southeast Michigan, a new region-wide network for building and retaining new business in southeast Michigan, today announces the Accelerate Michigan Innovation Competition, an international business plan competition designed to highlight Michigan as a robust and vibrant venue for innovation and business opportunity.

Business Accelerator Network for Southeast Michigan announces Accelerate Michigan Innovation competition


Health officials announced Thursday Oregon may have its first case of swine flu.


Infragistics, the design and user experience software company and a world leader in user interface development tools and business productivity apps, today introduced ReportPlus, self-service mobile Business Intelligence apps for the iPad.

Infragistics introduces ReportPlus for the iPad


Hutchison Port Holdings Trust opened at US$0.975, about 3.5 per cent below the offer price, in its Singapore debut on Friday, hurt by weaker market sentiment amid ongoing concerns about Japan and the Middle East.

Hutchison Port opens at US$0.975 in s'pore ipo, below offer price


This season Russia will be able to export nearly 40 mln tonnes of grain as opposed to over 26 mln tonnes in the previous season, reported Alexander Korbut, the vice-president of Russian Grain Union, on October 2 during the Seventh International Conference ``Grain industry 2008''.

Russia to export nearly 40 mln tonnes of grain --


Children as young as nine are being recruited at their school gates to stash guns and deliver drugs for gangs, a chilling report said yesterday.

'Children of nine being recruited at schools to stash guns and deliver drugs for gangs'


Police in a south Georgia town are investigating the drowning deaths of 3 puppies found in a large trash can filled with water after a home break-in.

Police investigate drowning deaths of 3 puppies


North Korea has showed to Japanese news organizations a large-scale orchard in Kosan in the country's east that is expected to produce apples for export from this year.

N. Korea shows orchard expected to produce apples for export


AP Fri Feb 8, 2013 1:05 PM US Rep. Mike Pompeo announced Friday that he has been named to the House intelligence committee that oversees national security.

Pompeo named to House intelligence committee


China has launched a probe into the high number of school collapses in Monday's earthquake that killed thousands of children and buried thousands more when many other buildings remained standing.

China to probe high number of school collapses


White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen says he will choose his closer based on matchups for the near future while Bobby Jenks works through his struggles.

Guillen will choose closer based on matchups


Greek youths firebombed the French cultural institute in Athens on Friday and hundreds of students marched in a 14th day of anti-government protests set off by the police killing of a teenage boy.


Groupama has reorganised its commercial underwriting operations in Manchester in a move it hopes will maximise the potential of the growing number of business opportunities identified in each region.

Groupama reorganises commercial underwriting operations


The controversial citizenship test could be made easier in an effort to make it fairer, despite figures showing a 95 per cent pass rate.


JAPAN is ready to spare humpback whales from its Antarctic hunt for another year if international whaling talks make progress, a senior Japanese official has said.

Japan may spare humpback whales for another year


Miami kicked senior safety Ray-Ray Armstrong off the football team Wednesday, and said it would give him a full release should he decide to transfer.

Miami kicks Ray Ray Armstrong off the team


New gene that causes Parkinson's disease has been identified by researchers.

Gene behind Parkinson's disease identified


US Rep. Vern Buchanan won't be charged by the Department of Justice, which dropped its investigation over possible campaign finance law violations.

Rep. Vern Buchanan won't be charged by department of Justice


The Coast Guard resumed its search on Monday morning for a possible missing swimmer off Narragansett Town Beach.

Coast Guard searches for possible missing swimmer


Film star Demi Moore is to fly in from the US to support Susan Boyle in the final of Britain's Got Talent.


A human rights groups has called for an end to the ``sweeping crackdown'' on political activists in Oman, following a spate of detentions in the Gulf state over the past two weeks.

Human Rights group calls for end to 'crackdown' on activists in Oman


A South Glens Falls woman has been charged with three felonies for allegedly using a forged prescription to get painkillers, police said.


Gold futures on the COMEX division of the New York Mercantile Exchange fell on a stronger dollar Wednesday.


On February 8, 2010, the Securities and Exchange Commission issued its first official interpretive guidance to public companies regarding disclosure of climate change impacts in reports and other documents filed with that agency.

The securities and Exchange Commission issues interpretive guidance on disclosure of climate change impacts


French President Nicolas Sarkozy on Tuesday launched an international malaria campaign during the opening of a photo exhibit on the disease in Paris, Panapress/Afriquenligne reports.

Nicolas Sarkozy launches international malaria campaign


Car giant Toyota is setting up an internet social networking service so drivers can interact with their vehicles in a way similar to posting on Facebook or Twitter.

Toyota sets up social networking service


Teacher lobbyist Paul Hubbert says he's leaving his position as a vice chairman of the Alabama Democratic Party because it's in the best interest of the Alabama Education Association.

Hubbert leaving position with Alabama Democratic Party


Powderfinger will kick off their final farewell tour of Australia in Newcastle on Wednesday night.


Blizzard Entertainment today announced that Diablo III has been shipped and is now available in retail stores.


Rob has a big decision to make: let Kristen go forever -- or take her back and forgiveher!

Robert Pattinson should take Kristen Stewart back


An Interior Department report says global climate change significantly threatens US migratory birds already stressed by habitat loss and environmental pollution.


US President Barack Obama marked the Irish national holiday of St. Patrick's Day with a pint of beer at a pub in Washington.

Barack Obama marks St. Patrick's Day with pint of beer


Syria has brushed off the threat of civil war and looming Arab League sanctions with 24 more people killed.


The following is a list of industries showing strong up- and downward momentum, based on the comparison between the current price and the 20-day simple moving average.

Industries showing strong up and downward momentum


A Farmington gang member was sentenced Thursday morning in federal court in Las Cruces to 30 years in prison for drug trafficking and firearms possession, the US Attorney's Office announced.


Syrian regime forces killed six civilians and wounded 28 others on Monday, after more than 150 people were killed in violence over the weekend, a monitoring group said.


A former drummer for the Swedish pop band ABBA was found dead with cuts to his neck in the garden of his house.


Danish brewer Carlsberg cut its full-year outlook when reporting a 13 percent fall in quarterly profit that missed forecasts after sales in its key Russian market were hit by higher prices, sending its shares diving.


Workbooks.com is urging businesses to rethink their investment in Salesforce.com by guaranteeing to undercut Salesforce's subscription fees by 50%.


Vancouver Canucks center Ryan Kesler had hip surgery, the team said yesterday.


Exxon Mobil said Thursday its quarterly profit increased 38 percent as oil prices rose in the first three months of the year.

Exxon's profit up 38 percent as oil prices rise


''As a religion, Islam does not prohibit a woman from solemnising marriage.

Islam not against women solemnising marriage:


Indian naval ship INS Taragiri, the last of the six British-designed but indigenously built Nilgiri class frigates, will bow out of service Thursday after 33 years of glorious service to the nation, an official here said.


Hobby Lobby, the Christian-owned company that provides hobby, arts and crafts supplies to tens of millions of customers across America, will defy the Obamacare mandate that health insurance for its employees cover ``abortion-inducing drugs.''


``I wanna play football,'' Moss said on UStream ``Your boy is going to come back here and play some football, so I'm really excited.


Wipro Infotech, the India, Middle East and Africa, IT Business Unit of Wipro Ltd, and a leading provider of IT and business transformation services announced that United Bank of India, one of the leading nationalized banks of the country, has selected Wipro to deploy a wide area network optimization solution from Cisco for all of its 1600 plus branches & offices.

United Bank of India selects Wipro to deploy wide area network optimization solution


The Oakwood police officer accused of assaulting a motorist who crashed into his cruiser was arraigned this morning.

Oakwood police officer arraigned this morning


Nob Nation comic Oliver Callan has announced that he will not press charges over his pub fracas with Paul Galvin last month, although he is still demanding an apology.

Callan will not press charges against Paul Galvin


Chad Billingsley threw seven curveballs in his bullpen session Monday, making him increasingly optimistic that he will be able to make his first scheduled start of the regular season for the Dodgers on April 2.

Chad Billingsley throws curveballs in bullpen session


A Malverne woman who seriously injured two construction workers while driving under the influence of crack cocaine in Queens in August 2009 pleaded guilty last month to first-degree assault in Queens County Supreme Court.


After a sweeping victory in Tamil Nadu assembly polls, Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa is likely to visit Delhi soon, party sources said Tuesday.


The CN Tower will be lit in orange to honour Jack Layton this Saturday, the day he will have a state funeral in Toronto.


In its place, UTEP will play James Madison on Monday night in the opening round of the Cable Car Classic in Santa Clara, Calif., a Bay Area tradition since 1967.


A Pontiac man was hospitalized in fair condition Wednesday after his pickup truck and an Amtrak train collided shortly before noon south of Pontiac.

Pontiac man hospitalized after his pickup, train collide


Republican Mitt Romney won the Washington state presidential caucuses on Saturday, CNN projected, in a boost to his campaign heading into next week's ``Super Tuesday'' contests in 10 states.

Romney wins Washington state caucus, CNN projects


Doncaster chairman John Ryan will contest an FA misconduct charge brought against him following his comments about referee Mick Russell in the aftermath to the defeat to Portsmouth earlier this month.


Property developer GTC is launching a new residential project, in northern Bucharest, Shimon Galon, CEO of GTC Romania, told a July 1 press conference.


President Barack Obama came to Ohio Sunday to try to energize Democrats to turn out and vote in the upcoming election for governor, congressional seats, legislative seats, and other government posts.

Obama comes to Ohio to energize Democrats


A ranking Algerian diplomat suspected in the 1987 murder of a dissident in Paris is free to go home, three months after Algeria called him a hostage of France.Mohammed Ziane Hasseni, protocol chief for Algeria's Foreign Ministry, arrested in August, has been under judicial supervision and barred from leaving France.The case has strained ties between France and Algeria, a former colony.

Algerian diplomat suspected in murder is freed


New Mexico State University has moved up the chart significantly in the Washington Monthly 2012 National Universities rankings.

NMSU moves up in Washington Monthly 2012 National Universities rankings


Johnny Depp, the man who dropped school for a life of rock 'n' roll and then errr...acting, has begun preparations to launch his very own record label.


``For connecting more than half a billion people and mapping the social relations among them; for creating a new system of exchanging information; and for changing how we all live our lives, Mark Elliot Zuckerberg is TIME's 2010 Person of the Year.''

Mark Zuckerberg is 'Time Person of the Year'


QUEENSLAND-based real estate group has called in administrators after falling victim to the property market slump.

Real estate group calls in administrators


With no winner on Friday night, the Mega Millions lottery jackpot for Tuesday night's drawing has gone up to $266 million dollars.

Mega Millions goes to $266 million dollars


PHIL Mustard has admitted Durham were too sloppy in the field as Kent were bowled out for 424, but the new skipper still felt they did well to take 10 wickets on a flat Canterbury pitch.

Phil Mustard admits Durham were too sloppy


A 91 year old York City man is cited for throwing urine on the sidewalk to keep neighborhood kids off his property.

91-year-old cited for throwing urine on sidewalk at kids


Muslim Commercial Bank has announced that it will open four new branches in Sri Lanka by next year where six branches are already operational.

MCB to open four new branches in Sri Lanka


World number one Novak Djokovic has pulled out of next week`s China Open as he has not fully recovered from a rib and lower back injury, organisers said on Thursday.


Love Jones stars Larenz Tate and Nia Long will reunite on the Showtime series, House of Lies.

Larenz Tate and Nia Long to reunite on ``House of Lies''


Fairfax County officials ruled Wednesday that Grapin's tree house can stay, with conditions.


Today in New Hampshire, ahead of tomorrow's GOP presidential primary, Rick Santorum continued to bash gays, falsely stating, ``President Obama says he has the same position I have on gay marriage.''

Santorum: ``Obama says he has the same position I have on gay marriage''


Tiger Woods has what he calls a minor knee injury and will miss the Wells Fargo Championship next week at Quail Hollow.


Conclusions from our strategic review of New Zealand's economy are contained in our publication 'A goal is not a strategy:


British Prime Minister Gordon Brown on Sunday headed from China to India, hoping for movement from New Delhi on tackling climate change while also building on trade and investment links.


Education Minister Ruairí Quinn is denying claims that he lied to students about the re-introduction of college fees.


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District 9 has topped the weekend box office after raking in 37 million dollars.


``Cougar Town'' actress Courteney Cox will reportedly be trying for a second baby with husband David Arquette soon.

Courteney Cox to try for second baby soon


PBR World Finals round two highlights from the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas on Oct. 27, 2011.


AC Milan attacker Zlatan Ibrahimovic admits he feared Arsenal would score a fourth goal in Tuesday's Champions League clash.


The ink is specially formulated to resist ink code transfer when printing on extruded and spooled cable and wire.


A KIND-hearted police officer has set up a new youth club to help youngsters in Ellesmere Port.


Governor Mike Easley wants state agencies to reduce their budgets by two percent because of uncertainty over how the state's slowing economy will affect tax revenues.

Gov. Mike Easley wants state agencies to reduce budgets


Members of the 40th contingent of the Venceremos Brigade returned to the United States on Monday after visiting Cuba in defiance of Washington's almost 50-year-old economic, financial and trade blockade of the Caribbean nation.

Members of Venceremos brigade return to the United States


Two men have been charged with burglary and grand larceny after police officers observed them taking household items from a North Myrtle Beach condominium, according to a police incident report.

Two charged with burglary, grand larceny


Just one hour and 19 minutes later he had made a much more significant tennis statement, however, with a 6-3 6-2 6-2 victory against Dominik Hrbaty which was the perfect answer to those who had dared suggest his game was beginning to unravel.


Janet Jackson is engaged to her boyfriend, billionaire Wissam Al Mana, Us Weekly reports.

Janet Jackson engaged to boyfriend Wissam Al Mana


COLUMBUS, Miss. The state attorney general's office says a Columbus nurse has been charged with the felony abuse of a vulnerable person for allegedly burning someone in her care with an iron

Columbus nurse charged with felony abuse,


A tall ship grounded on rocks off Cape Cod duringa sail training trip for young women has been freed by a tug.

Tall ship grounded on rocks at Cape Cod is freed


A 'listed criminal' was beaten to death by a mob at Korail slum in the capital's Mohakhali yesterday.


Nicholas Cage is one of the busiest men in Hollywood having already got the success of Kick Ass under his belt he is back this week with Bad Lieutenant.


ZURICH -FIFA has provisionally cleared Didier Drogba to play for Galatasaray, though it says his contractual dispute case with Shanghai Shenhua remains open.

FIFA clears Drogba to play for Galatasaray


A Soviet space capsule sold for nearly $3 million at auction to a Russian businessman in New York on Tuesday, the 50th anniversary of Soviet cosmonaut Yury Gagarin's historic conquest of space.

Soviet space capsule sells for nearly $3 million


Arizona Mills Mall in Tempe is reopened following an evacuation over an alleged fight involving one person who may have had a weapon, officials said.

Arizona Mills reopened following evacuation


The Miami Dolphins have selected four team captains to serve as the go-between for the players and coaches during the 2010 season.


A fire has destroyed a Singleton house has overnight, but fire crews have managed to save two adjoining properties.


Apple has delayed the release of a white iPhone 4 a second time, blaming the delay once again on manufacturing challenges.

Apple delays release of a white iPhone 4


American officials fear a new ``emboldened but estranged'' Russia could undermine US interests around the world if Moscow's animosity with the West over the Georgian crisis continues for a sustained period, a report said on Friday.


Today Google announced that it has updated its Google.com homepage for both the iPhone and Android smartphones.

Google updates homepage for iPhone, Android smartphones


COMEX gold today slipped below $ 900 an ounce level due to the persistent strength in the US dollar.


Serbia is recalling its ambassador and issuing a diplomatic protest after Canada announced yesterday that it is recognizing Kosovo as an independent state.

Canada recognizes Kosovo as an independent state


Opinion polls suggest most Croatians will vote ``Yes'' to joining the EU.


The Panthers amazing journey ended in their first Sweet Sixteen appearance of the NCAA Tournament at the hands of Michigan State Friday, 59-52.


Finance Minister P Chidambaram on Wednesday said the fundamentals of the Indian economy are strong and assured the Rajya Sabha that policy rates can be revisited if inflation continues to moderate.

Policy rates may be revisited if inflation moderates:


The body of Adam Lanza, the 20-year-old who allegedly shot 26 people at Sandy Hook Elementary on Dec. 14, has been claimed for burial, according to the chief medical examiner's office in Connecticut.


The Red Cross said Friday it had visited former Ivory Coast strongman Laurent Gbagbo in detention...

Red Cross 'visited Ivory Coast's Gbagbo'


Mattress Firm opened its 500th store Monday in San Antonio, the 30th store for the bedding specialty retailer in that market.


Ford Park welcomes the sensational comedian Jeff Dunham to the confines of Ford Arena on Wednesday, March 4, 2009.


AP Photo Security personnel detain a local youth after a rally against the Manipur state government's decision to prevent Thuingaleng Muivah, the leader of separatist National Socialist Council of Nagaland, from entering Manipur state in India's northeast, in Mao, about 30 kilometers from Kohima, capital of the northeastern Indian state of Nagaland, Thursday, May 6, 2010.


President Arroyo has decided to keep Maguindanao, Sultan Kudarat and Cotabato City under state of emergency to help local authorities maintain peace and order, her spokesman said on Tuesday.

Gma to keep Maguindanao under state of emergency


MRM Worldwide has made some key senior hires on two of its accounts, the US Army and Intel.

MRM Worldwide makes senior hires for Army, Intel


Solyndra Inc. says it has officially opened its European headquarters near Munich, Germany, in Holzkirchen, Germany, in response to the high demand in Europe for its thin-film PV systems.


At the crack of the dawn, Mysore streets are hit by unusual strollers.


LOCAL Sir Michael Spicer said this week that he will pay back whatever sum of expenses that he is ordered to.

Spicer - I will pay back expenses if ordered


The annual United States Peace Corps Ghana conference dubbed ``Peace Corps National Stars Conference'' comes off in Kumasi from June 05 to 09.

Peace Corps National Stars conference comes on in Kumasi


Children stand on a makeshift platform as their neighbourhood is flooded by waters from the Rio Negro, one of the two main tributaries of the Amazon River, in Manaus May 2, 2012.

Children stand on a makeshift platform as their neighbourhood is flooded by waters from the Rio Negro in Manaus


A Bayonne man pleaded guilty yesterday to distributing child porn over the Internet, state officials said.

Bayonne man guilty of distributing child porn over the Internet


Neil Young and his long-time on-again/off-again backing band Crazy Horse have announced a string of tour dates in Canada and the US

Neil Young and Crazy Horse touring Canada and US


A bird found in the El Dorado Hills area has tested positive for West Nile virus, the El Dorado County Environmental Management and Public Health Departments reported.


Guo Shuqing was elected governor of East China's Shandong Province on Wednesday during the second session of the 12th Shandong Provincial People's Congress, the local legislature.

Guo Shuqing elected governor of Shandong Province


eBay Inc. announced it plans to open a new development center in Bangalore, India, and expects to hire up to 1,000 technologists over the next three years.

EBay to open new development center in Bangalore, hire up to 1,000 technologists


On an annual basis, GDP decreased 1.0 percent for the year ended March 2009, the first annual decline in economic activity since the year ended June 1992.


The Fighter, starring Mark Wahlberg as boxer Mickey Ward who won the world light welterweight title in the 80s, began filming in Lowell, MA this week.

``The Fighter'', starring Mark Wahlberg, filming in Lowell, MA


A baby and four adults had to be rescued when their boat's engine failed off the coast off Porthcawl.


Mexican soldiers remove debris at the headquarters of state-owned oil giant Pemex in Mexico City February 4, 2013 Mexican rescue workers found three more bodies over the weekend amid the rubble of a deadly blast that tore through state oil firm Pemex's main office complex, the government said, as search efforts appeared to near a close.The death toll from Thursday's explosion stands at 36, Pemex said via Twitter.


It seems that AT&T might be requiring messaging plans when you pick up certain feature phones.

AT&T requires messaging plans for feature phones


LAS CRUCES, NM Senior Justin Hawkins scored 18 points to lead New Mexico State to an 88-65 win over San Jose State on Thursday in the Pan American Center.

Hawkins leads New Mexico State to 88-65 win over San Jose State


Three vehicles were looted at Simaltal of Chitawan district along Narayanghat-Mugling road section Saturday morning.


A speeding ambulance collided with a minibus at the North Rail Overbridge here on Sunday.


A former youth coordinator was charged in a case of sexual assault dating back 14 years.

Former youth coordinator charged with sexual assault


Macquarie Telecom has secured Australian newspaper publisher News Limited as a tenant for its 'Intellicentre 2' data centre in a ``multi-million dollar'' deal.

Macquarie Telecom secures News ltd as tenant for Intellicentre 2


The driver didn't do anything to help when his limo was engulfed in flames with nine women passengers trapped in back, claims a survivor today.

Driver didn't do anything claims survivor:


Stephen Ireland has completed a loan move to Newcastle as Andy Carroll prepares to leave.

Stephen Ireland completes loan move to Newcastle


Some Google Nexus S users have reported screen discolouration issues following the recent 2.3.3 OS update.

Google Nexus S users report discolouration following 2.3.3 update --


Horseheads resident pro golfer Joey Sindelar officially withdrew from the Montreal Championship, which starts Friday, because of back pain.

Sindelar withdraws from Montreal Championship


Thousands of washing machines in Australia are being recalled amid fears they could cause an electric shock.


India is hopeful of getting the non-permanent Asian seat in the United Nations Security Council, Minister of state for External Affairs Shashi Tharoor said today.

India hopeful of getting non-permanent seat


Pearl Jam stopped in to debut a new track on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon last Thursday.

Pearl Jam debuts track on Late night with Jimmy Fallon


A woman facing sentence for claiming more than £16,000 income support for 11 children who did not exist found herself in more trouble yesterday when she admitted forging a bank statement.


Digital Domain Media Group's large Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on Tuesday includes several South Florida creditors.

Digital Domain Chapter 11 includes South Florida creditors


A homeless man was found dead yesterday in a wooded area near Hicksville, a Nassau official said, the third homeless man discovered dead outside in a week marked by frigid temperatures and stormy weather.

Another homeless man found dead, near Hicksville


US online animation community MyToons has launched an online store to enable professional animators and fans to buy, and sell cartoons and shorts.


Serbia will open a consulate in the Italian city of Florence which will be headed by an honorary consul, the Serbian government has decided.


India which has started recognising the effects of climate change is working in this regard, but has not moved as far as China, US Energy secretary Steven Chu has said.

India recognising the effects of climate change:


Sri Lanka plans to hold a nationwide local elections in March, the first since the end of the ethnic conflict in the country, officials said today.

Sri Lanka to hold nationwide local elections in March


George Clooney's 'Up in the Air' has been named Best Picture by the National Board of Review.

George Clooney's 'Up in the Air' named best Picture


06:06 PM,Jun 25,2012 Mursi sets out on govt formation after vowing peace Cairo, Jun 25 After his historic triumph in Egypt's first free presidential election, Mohammed Mursi today launched moves to form a broad-based national reconciliation government, to help shake off apprehensions over his Islamist leanings and buttress his image as a moderate.


Adelaide forward Kurt Tippett will be named in the Crows team to take on Brisbane this weekend but is still to come through final concussion testing before being cleared to play.


A Black Country pub landlord today told how he was robbed of £1,000 takings at knifepoint in broad daylight.

Black Country pub landlord robbed at knifepoint


Each year seniors from Wilton honor the many volunteers who make the activities sponsored by the Wilton Senior Center possible.


A 26-year-old Gatineau man is missing after a canoe he was in capsized in Lac de L'Argile, south of Val Des Bois, which is about 50 km north of Gatineau.

Gatineau man missing after canoe capsizes


Rap star Lil Wayne was filmed trampling all over the American flag while shooting a new music video for the song ``God Bless Amerika`` in New Orleans this past weekend, but the rap star says anyone offended may want to change their tune.

Lil Wayne defends trampling American flag while shooting New video


Turkish riot police overran barricades around Taksim Square yesterday, firing tear gas, rubber bullets and water cannons in running battles with protesters.


Anil Kapoor buys TV rights of American TV series 24; will make his Indian TV debut with the show


A powerful cyclone has caused widespread damage in Fiji, cutting off electricity and water supplies and killing at least two people.

Powerful cyclone causes widespread damage in Fiji


Telenor cries foul over 2G verdict, Telenor CEO says they are upset with the court's decision, Telenor further says that they haven't done anything wrong.


GlaxoSmithKline today announced that it has signed an agreement with the World Health Organization to donate 50 million doses of its adjuvanted pandemic H1N1 influenza vaccine to WHO for distribution to developing countries most in need.

GSK signs agreement with the WHO to donate 50 million doses of pandemic H1N1 vaccine for distribution to developing countries


The majority of school nurses in the UK are not getting access to specialist training and development, latest survey results suggest.

School nurses not getting access to specialist training


Tasha Humphrey scored 23 points and No. 24 Georgia built an early lead and held on to beat Arkansas 72-58 on Thursday night.

Tasha Humphrey scores 23 points and no 24 Georgia beats Arkansas 72-58


Fourteen Defence Force recruits are now fully fledged soldiers of the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force following the passing out parade which took place on Thursday afternoon at camp Springfield.


Graduation rates were just released for high schools across N ew Y ork .


Iran has been accused of launching a ``dire'' internet attack that could have prompted an ``Internet-wide security meltdown.''

Iran accused of ``dire'' internet attack


The Jamaat-e-Islami staged a comeback in Dir and Buner districts by winning the two National Assembly and six provincial assembly seats in the May 11 general election.

Jamaat-e-Islami stages comeback in Dir, Buner


``I felt America needed me,'' Reiser told Parade.


Fairbanks Arts Association is seeking nominations for individuals or groups from the Interior who have made significant contributions to contemporary and/or traditional arts in the Interior.

Fairbanks arts Association seeks nominations


The Justice Society of America will return to Smallville for the ninth season finale, it has been revealed.


Asian markets mostly rose yesterday after a strong rally on Wall Street while dealers absorbed data showing China's economy grew at its slowest pace in almost three years in the first quarter.


A school cafeteria worker charged with assault and unlawful restraint after allegedly attacking a co-worker.

School cafeteria worker charged after allegedly attacking co-worker


State troopers are reporting that a passenger bus has been involved in a wreck near the Cameron and Willacy County line.

Bus involved in wreck near Cameron/Willacy County line


US Secretary of state Hilary Clinton is ready to be a grandmother and wants grandkids as soon as possible.

Hillary Clinton 'wants grandkids, and soon'


The Congress-led government at the Centre is trying to divert attention from Lokpal Bill and its intentions are not genuine, Anna Hazare said today.

Government trying to divert attention from Lokpal Bill:


Singer-songwriter-producer Delaney Bramlett, who penned such classic rock songs as ``Let It Rain'' and worked with musicians George Harrison and Eric Clapton, has died.


Citi analyst comments on Refiners: ``There is no question that sentiment is horrible towards the refiners justified by a collapse in margins and prospect of negative earnings revisions.


Thursday in Atlanta, NFL owners approved a new collective bargaining deal with the players which includes a plan for revenue sharing for the next decade.


The South Australian Treasurer, Kevin Foley, says BHP Billiton will be under enormous pressure to keep greenhouse gas emissions low as part of its proposed Olympic Dam mine expansion.

BHP 'under pressure' to keep emissions low


Telcentris Inc. has released its short duration call service for resellers, agents and outbound call centers who cater to call-center traffic.

Telcentris releases short duration call service


Russian troops enter Tskhinvali, the capital of GeorgiaвЂ™s breakaway republic of South Ossetia, to help stop further violence as Georgian troops continue attempts overtake the city.

Russian troops enter Tskhinvali to help stop violence


A Jamaican track and field athlete has committed a doping violation, just days before the country was to name its world championship team.

Jamaican athlete commits doping violation


ARUNA DINDANE has been cleared to play for Portsmouth for the rest of the season after the striker travelled to France to resolve his future.

Aruna Dindane cleared to play for Portsmouth


Amid the splendor of the United States Equestrian Federation's annual Horse of the Year awards black tie gala, Combined Driving Champion, Jamaica was named the 2008 Farnam® / Platform®


VCA Mesa Animal Hospital in Mesa, Arizona has again received accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association following a regular comprehensive evaluation and assessment of its operations.

VCA Mesa Animal Hospital again receives accreditation by American Animal Hospital Association


Hundreds of motorists in North London queued for hours to get their hands on some free fuel.


Excel Crop Care Ltd, one of India's leading generic manufacturers of crop protection products, has suspended production and sale of endosulfan all over India, recently.

Excel Crop suspends production and sale of endosulfan


New York Mets pitcher John Maine will seek a second opinion on his ailing right shoulder after aggravating it this week.

Ny Mets pitcher John Maine to seek second opinion on ailing shoulder


Oil prices rose to near $75 a barrel on Thursday in Asia as traders looked for guidance from stock and currency markets amid a muddled crude demand outlook.


A PENSIONER caused a splash on Sunday morning when her mobility scooter veered into the Grand Union Canal.

Pensioner's mobility scooter veers into Grand Union Canal


The Senate today passed an economic stimulus bill that President Obama and congressional Democrats called crucial to pull the US economy out of its downward spiral but that drew scant support from Republicans.


Caf President Issa Hayatou has been released from hospital after taking ill at a World Cup review meeting in Cairo, Egypt.


German soldiers in Afghanistan have been accused of being too fat and too drunk to fight Taliban fanatics.

German soldiers too fat and too drunk to fight Taliban fanatics


Signs emerged on Friday that the Greek relief trade that had supported risk appetite in previous days was already running out of puff.


I have never seen such dedicated teachers as those at Caistor.


A new study conducted by the University of Michigan School of Public Health suggests that most African American men don´t see doctors because it often is ``a bad experience''.

Most African American men don´t see a doctor


PPD, Inc. today announced it has opened an office in Novosibirsk, Russia, building on the growth of its Phase II-IV clinical development services in Eastern Europe.


Human Rights Watch on Friday demanded unfettered access to Syrian prisons after a prominent peace activist died in custody and another was feared dead.

HRW demands access to Syria prisons after activist dies


In his quest to be in the reckoning for selection in India's senior team, wicketkeeper-batsman Naman Ojha on Saturday said he is trying to raise the bar by performing well in every tournament.

I am trying to perform in every tournament:


A concerned parent has expressed frustration in the delay by the Ministry of Education to order all schools on Viti Levu to remain closed today as hundreds of children had already started to make their way to school this morning.


Dhaka stocks gained sharply Sunday as investors went for fresh buying following the news of appointment of new chairman of capital market regulator Securities and Exchange Commission.


Libya said on Saturday a Red Cross team had arrived in Misrata, the rebel-held city besieged by forces loyal to Muammar Gaddafi, to assess the situation.


Sarawak has the best system to develop its youths, said Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Alfred Jabu Numpang.


Low cost laptops and desktops under the brand name EcoStyle have recently been announced by Zenith Computers.

Low cost laptop announced by Zenith Computers


While Wisconsin was trying to balance a $3.6 billion deficit in 2011, the State Patrol spent about $54,000 on an aerial patrol program aimed at catching speeders.

State Patrol aerial program is catching speeders


Blockages in the drainage system are posing a serious health hazard in most parts of the city.

Blockage in drainages posed health hazard


The Wolverine's production has been delayed for a while, but now Hugh Jackman has confirmed that it will begin shooting in August.


American Airlines has launched a new Android application, which allows customers to check in for flights, receive gate, seat and flight status information.

American Airlines launches new Android application


Frbiz releases fastener market situation report, which analyzes that in the next few years, China's fastener demand will be in12.5% per year rate growth.


Idaho will receive $763,110 in a second legal settlement with Abbott Laboratories involving the alleged illegal marketing of the prescription drug Depakote, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden said today.

Idaho to receive $763,110 in legal settlement with Abbott Laboratories


The foot found in Campbell River Wednesday was not human.


Former law minister Dr Sher Afghan Khan Niazi has said that former President Gen Pervez Musharraf will soon return in the country.


NOBEL Prize-winning playwright Harold Pinter, one of theatre's biggest names for nearly half a century, has died aged 78, his wife Lady Antonia Fraser said last night.

Nobel Prize-winning playwright Harold Pinter dies


Aldershot Town FC Chairman John McGinty has announced via the clubs official website www.theshots.co.uk that striker John Grant has extended his contract at the Recreation Ground.


Boman Irani to woo Farah Khan in ``Shirin Farhad KI Toh Nikal Padi''Photo by Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images for DIFF

Boman Irani to woo Farah Khan in 'Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi'


A 58-year-old elephant called Bijlee, who weighs five tonnes, has been rescued from the Mumbai streets after collapsing.

Bijlee the elephant rescued from Mumbai streets


Olympic legend Daley Thompson has officially opened the new Providence Place office development in West Bromwich.

Daley Thompson opens Providence Place office development


The uniform groaning you may have heard recently came from every single San Antonio Spurs fan as it was announced that Manu Ginobili will soon be having surgery on his ankle.


A coalition of senators from both parties banded together Tuesday to offer a bill that's aimed at pressuring China to stop manipulating its currency -- a move that could boost manufacturing in places like Buffalo.


A company director has been charged with the manslaughter of a Chinese man who died after a fall on a Norfolk building site.

Company director charged with manslaughter


President Hamid Karzai widened his lead over his main challenger in election returns released Saturday, creeping toward the 50 percent mark that would enable him to avoid a run-off in the divisive presidential contest.

President Hamid Karzai widens lead over challenger


A divorced woman was reported as being hysterical at Shuwaikh police station with her clothes soaking wet, claiming that her boyfriend raped her in a hospital shower room where he was being treated.


Katie Price has sparked a new feud with Victoria Beckham after dubbing her 'Misery Spice'.

Katie Price sparks new feud with Victoria Beckham


News Service Hewlett-Packard released two beta versions of its open source webOS on Friday: one for developers that runs on the Ubuntu Linux desktop, and one for the ``OpenEmbedded'' development environment, intended to help developers port webOS to new devices.

HP releases two beta versions of open-source webOS


Embarq, the main local telephone company in Las Vegas, today said its quarterly profit remained steady even as it continued to lose landline customers.

Embarq says profits steady despite losing customers


The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Friday announced Clayton County has regained school accreditation.


Conn. bill would study library access to e-books Connecticut lawmakers are sending the governor a bill mandating a study of the availability of e-books to Connecticut public libraries.


Helton Industries now has expanded enhancement to its safety bottom bracket for residential garage doors.

Helton expands enhancements on safety bottom bracket for garage doors


Doodle Jump, one of the best selling games ever on the iPhone, is finally making the leap to the iPad.


A Mason City man has been sentenced to up to two years in prison on a domestic abuse assault charge.

Mason City man sentenced on domestic abuse charge


Aurora Fashions is looking to reduce its store portfolio by up to a quarter, its chief financial officer has said, as the retail group looks to negotiate with its landlords to reduce rents and get out of onerous lease agreements.

Aurora Fashions looking to reduce store portfolio


A federal judge in Norfolk has declined to punish a white supremacist for posting personal details about the lawyers in a racial discrimination case.

Judge declines to punish White supremacist


The Famous Idaho Potato Bowl Monday announced that it has raised $20,000 for its annual BowlFest charity event held on Friday, Sept. 16 at the Crane Creek Country Club , with proceeds to benefit local non-profit organizations.

The Famous Idaho Potato Bowl raises $20,000 for charity


In a post-game interview with Craig Sager, LeBron James extolled Michael Jordan's legacy and announced multiple times that he will not be wearing the No. 23 next season, and went onto say, ``I don't think anyone in the NBA should be wearing the No. 23.''

LeBron James will not wear No. 23 next season


Croatian tennis hero Mario Ancic tasted defeat at the hands of his rival Novak Djokovic during a wet and warm night at the Sydney International.

Tennis hero Ancic tastes defeat versus Djokovic


MANAMA -Bahraini women are shying away from union activities and that has resulted in a drastic decline in their numbers with them now representing only 7 per cent of total unionists.


Two people were injured Monday in an intersection collision on Highway 23 near Sheboygan Falls.


Director Ram Gopal Varma is planning to make a zero budget Telugu film with Ravi Teja to be shot in just 5 days.

Ram Gopal Varma to make zero budget Telugu film to be shot in 5 days


50 encroachments on the land of around seven acre of the administration were demolished.


AP Photo/Jessica Hill) Newtown photos and video evidence from the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting can be withheld, state lawmakers said.


San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Justin Smith was ejected from Thursday night's game against the Chargers for pushing an official who was trying to separate Smith and Chargers tight end Kris Wilson.

Justin Smith ejected after pushing official


Blyth, Inc., a leading multi-channel designer and marketer of home fragrance products, home decor products and household convenience items, today announced that it has declared a semi-annual cash dividend of $0.10 per share on the Company's common stock for the six months ended July 31, 2010.

Blyth, Inc. announces semi-annual cash dividend of $0.10 per share


The Ospreys have announced that 28-year-old Bowe will undergo surgery in Ireland on Friday for the removal of a haematoma that has pushed into his kidney and caused raised blood pressure.


LISBON, Portugal Portugal raised euro1 billion at a short-term debt auction at higher interest rates as it negotiates terms of a badly needed bailout to avert bankruptcy.

Portugal raises euro1 billion at debt auction


The announcement Saturday by China's central bank that it is giving up a two-year-old peg of its currency to the US dollar won praise overseas, coming just a week ahead of a G-20 summit where the issue was bound to be discussed.


Joe DiMaggio autographed Yankee Hero's litho comes with COA from Yankee Clipper Enterprise.


Brett Favre was helped off the field after taking a hit to his left ankle on an interception in the third quarter.


Psychemedics Corporation today announced first quarter financial results for the period ended March 31, 2008.

Psychemedics Corporation announces first quarter results


Bomb-disposal experts discovered yesterday that a suspicious package sent to Celtic director and former MP Brian Wilson was harmless.

Suspicious package sent to Celtic director was harmless


Hugh Grant welcomes baby boy Updated: 07:59, Sunday February 17, 2013 British actor Hugh Grant says he has become a father for the second time.


Allcare Dental and Dentures said it is close to entering into written agreements with dentists in cities where Allcare has offices, according to a statement online.

Allcare close to entering agreements with dentists


It's been three weeks since he was rushed to hospital for kidney failure but All Blacks superstar Jonah Lomu says he still can't tell ''how this is going to end''.

Jonah Lomu: 'I still can't tell how this will end'


Sri Lanka pressed ahead with air and ground attacks Wednesday against Tamil Tiger rebels in the north, the defence ministry said, as the prime Minster ruled out any ceasefire.

Sri Lanka presses attacks against rebels


An elderly woman has been taken to hospital following a kitchen fire at a house in Syke.

Elderly woman taken to hospital following fire


The Columbus metro area unemployment rate jumped to 10.2 percent in June, the Georgia Department of Labor reported today.

Columbus metro area unemployment rate jumps to 10.2 percent in June


HP today announced it has acquired Stratavia, a privately held database and application automation company based in Denver.

HP acquires automation company Stratavia


ANC Youth League president Julius Malema says the ANC leadership``s denial that nationalisation is party policy, was ''denouncing`` the Freedom Charter.

Malema says ANC leadership is ``denouncing'' Freedom Charter


The Office of the United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process reports that nearly 80 truckloads of goods entered Gaza from Israel yesterday through the Kerem Shalom crossing.


Obama welcomed Stewart and other top NASCAR drivers to the White House to celebrate Stewart's come-from-behind championship, his third title.

Obama welcomes Tony Stewart to White House


Leicester City winger Ben Marshall believes he can score every time with his 'shot to thrill' policy after grabbing another spectacular goal in the 4-0 demolition of Doncaster Rovers.


The Smart City project is likely to be delayed further, if the mudslinging between Dubai-based Technology and Media Free Zone Authority Investments and the State Government continues.


Canadian oil and gas company EnCana Corp. has revived a plan to split itself into two companies, signaling better credit conditions and raising speculation that a wave of takeovers in the energy industry is around the bend.

EnCana revives plan to split into two companies


Sir Paul Stephenson, the Scotland Yard chief, has ordered a top-level review of riot police tactics following the death of a man at the G20 protests in London and a new complaint about brutality against a woman protester.

Stephenson orders review of riot police tactics


Red flags are still flying along our shores Monday, but that doesn't seem to be a deterrent for many people hitting the beach.


Suge Knight was arrested because of an outstanding traffic warrant but he was released an hour later.


Toni Braxton ``admires'' Rihanna for not trying to hide her sexuality, the singer has revealed.

Toni Braxton: 'I admire Rihanna for sexuality'


Mayor of London Boris Johnson has revealed that Southwark Bridge Road could have a 20 mph speed limit as part of the Cycle Superhighway that is currently being built.

Southwark Bridge road could have 20 mph speed limit


``Tiger is probably my idol,'' said Nadal who watched the American's dramatic US Open win on television at home in Mallorca while resting between his first grasscourt title at Queen's and his latest assault on Wimbledon which gets underway on Monday.


The British economy slid into its second recession since the financial crisis after official data unexpectedly showed a fall in output in the first three months of 2012, piling pressure on prime minister David Cameron's embattled coalition government.


Coal industry officials in Gillette are confidant that a coal ash spill similar to one that occurred in Tennessee in December won't happen in Wyoming.


SPRINGFIELD, Ill. An Illinois man has been crowned The King of the Elvis impersonators.

Illinois man crowned King of Elvis impersonators


Firms plan crackdown on car insurance fraud - Published 11th Jun 2009 Companies are planning a crackdown on drivers who are committing car insurance fraud by hiding their convictions when they apply for policies.


Wrighton told the crowd gathered outside the Eclipse Restauarant Thursday to see Wash U Professor Gerald L. Early receive his star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame that Wrighton had failed years earlier.

Gerald Early receives star on St. Louis Walk of Fame


A judge today publicly clamped down on knife crime, saying the 'days of lenient sentences' were over.

'The days of lenient sentences are over':


The outcome of the Norwich and District League for Teams of Four is balanced on a knife edge following stunning bream catches in the penultimate round on the tidal River Bure on Sunday.

Outcome of League balanced on knife edge


A FISHERMAN was successfully airlifted from a fishing vessel yesterday in the English Channel after call to Dover Coastguard.

FISHERMAN airlifted from fishing vessel in English Channel


The Toronto Blue Jays, the Angels, the Yankees and some other teams must wait for pitching reinforcements to arrive.

Blue Jays among those waiting for reinforcements


``American Idol'' plans to pay tribute to the late, great Dick Clark on Thursday's show.

'American Idol' to pay tribute to Dick Clark Thursday


Malaysian investors from the Associated Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia are currently in Indonesia to explore business opportunities in the country, one of its main investment destinations in Asia.

Malaysian investors explore business opportunities


The new Gautrain stations are open this weekend to allow commuters an opportunity to familiarise themselves with the building before the rush next week.


POLICE IN Totnes are appealing for information following the theft of a painting from a property in the town...

Police in Totnes appeal for information following theft of painting


Dejan Stankovic gave Inter Milan a narrow advantage in their Coppa Italia semi-final against Roma by scoring the only goal of Tuesday's first leg at the Stadio Olimpico.


Two NATO soldiers, one of them from the United States, have been killed in southern Afghanistan, the military said Tuesday.


The German army is planning to recruit foreigners, the Munich-based weekly news magazine Focus reported Saturday.

German army plans to recruit foreigners: report


ELECTION candidates preparing to face off in a second round vote next Saturday are predicting a higher turnout than the first round.


The first lady will take her time defining her new role, but already she's dropping clues.

First lady taking time in defining her role


Minister of State for National Harmony Akram Masih Gill on Saturday said minorities are enjoying complete rights of religious freedom in Pakistan.


Employers therefore must consider updating their social media policies for compliance with the NLRA.

Employers must update their social media policies


LILLE, France -French club Lille says it has signed Ivory Coast forward Salomon Kalou from European Cup winner Chelsea on a four-year deal.

Lille signs forward Salomon Kalou from Chelsea


SUNY IT in Marcy is expanding its campus, starting with a brand new dorm.


With risk aversion, carry trades are being unwound, with JPY outperforming and AUD and NZD lagging.


President George W. Bush has granted pardons to 14 individuals and commuted the prison sentences of two others convicted of misdeeds including drug offenses, tax evasion, wildlife violations and bank embezzlement.


A White House official confirms that President Obama met with Elizabeth Warren at the White House on Tuesday, a top contender for heading the Consumer Financial Protection Board.


USDA has designated 28 counties in Missouri as primary natural disaster areas because of losses caused by excessive rain, strong winds and flooding that occurred from Feb. 1, through July 31, 2009.

USDA designates 28 counties as primary natural disaster areas


Austria forward Erwin Hoffer has joined Italian Serie A club Napoli on a five-year contract, moving from Rapid Vienna.


The Volvo Group said its Truck unit returned to profitability in the first quarter, with income up to about $200,000 during the first quarter, compared to a loss of about $334,000 during the year-ago quarter....

Volvo's Truck unit returns to profitability


``We welcome the work of the G20 and other groupings that seek to contribute to global solutions,'' Aurelia Frick said during the high-level debate of the General Assembly.

G20 seeks to contribute to global solutions


Braylon Edwards could face jail time for violating probation in Ohio if he's eventually found guilty in his recent DWI charge.

Braylon Edwards may face jail time if guilty


Rapper Snoop Dogg has been banned from entering Norway for two years after allegedly trying to smuggle marijuana into the country last month.

Snoop Dogg - Snoop Dogg banned from Norway


Four French sailors were rescued more than 1,400 miles off the coast of Cape Cod this afternoon after their sailboat capsized Wednesday night.

French sailors rescued more than 1,400 miles off Coast


Chief of Muslim League and former prime minister Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif said that judges would be restored soon.


Strong winds Wednesday, knocked a carport onto the roof of a house in Guilford County.


Chhattisgarh government has suspended a deputy collector for disobeying his transfer order, official sources said on Wednesday.


The Chicago Tribune is reporting that Anthony Davis has signed an endorsement deal with Nike.


Will Ferrell speaks out and shares his thoughts on the K-Stew and R-Patz drama.

Will Ferrell speaks out about Kristen Stewart


A Pembroke man overtook a car at high speed and jumped a red light just seconds before his fatal crash with a police vehicle.


After consecutive matches against the top three teams in the League, Moseley will be expecting a similar stiff challenge from Plymouth Albion in this opening match in the Group C play-offs.


McDonalds used Election Day to announce ``The McRib is back.''


Dialog Telekom Ltd., Sri Lanka's biggest mobile-phone operator, said profit fell for a fourth straight quarter on losses from setting up a television unit.

Dialog Telekom profit down on losses at television unit


Zynga to cut 520 jobs amid performance woes Online game maker Zynga Inc. said Monday that it is cutting 520 jobs, about 18 percent of its workforce, in a cost-saving move designed to help it adapt to consumers shifting game play from computers to mobile devices.


Criminal charges against one Seaside police officer have been dropped, but there's a big divide between city hall and the police department.


Governor State Bank of Pakistan Syed Salim Raza said that Pakistan's banking industry has tremendous potential for further investment in the financial sector of the country.

Pakistan's banking industry has tremendous potential:


New York Fashion Week has started with the city's Mayor Bloomberg kicking off the festivities, which will see shows from the likes of Victoria Beckham, Diane von Furstenberg, Herve Leger, Halston and Marc Jacobs.

New York Fashion Week - New York Fashion Week kicks off


but he will use him sparingly and not rush him into the fray too quickly.


Figures released by the Ministry of Justice have revealed that prisoners in England and Wales have received over £10 million in benefits over the past five years.

Prisoners receive £10 million in benefits


Aer Lingus has reported an operating loss of 27.8m euro in the first six months of the year.


Israel has deployed another Iron Dome battery in the south as part of an operational trial to test its effectiveness against rocket fire.

Israel deploys another Iron Dome battery in south


China lashed out at the Dalai Lama on Monday, accusing him of being a hypocrite who has deceived the west about his political agenda as authorities announced they had detained suspects in four deadly arson cases in Tibet.

China accuses Dalai Lama of being a hypocrite


Home furnishings company City Furniture has opened $11 million green superstore in Florida, studded with eco-friendly features.

City Furniture opens green superstore in Florida


The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday said Kerala is becoming a centre of Islamic fundamentalists and it has sent a team of party leaders to probe the chopping off of a lecturer's palm by a radical outfit there.

'Kerala becoming centre of Islamic fundamentalists'


A new award-winning app, Onavo, claims it can cut people's mobile phone bills by shrinking their data usage.

New app claims to cut mobile phone bills


Fredrik Jacobson carded a 6-under 66 to take the halfway lead in the HSBC Champions.

Jacobson takes over lead in HSBC Champions


The Super Fresh grocery store on West College Avenue was evacuated earlier this afternoon after a reported gas leak, the city fire department said.


The total value of credit and charge card transactions, including advances, fell in January, new figures show.


However, the latest survey from Investment Life & Pensions Moneyfacts has revealed that ethical funds have struggled in the more difficult stock market conditions encountered over the last 12 months.

Ethical funds struggle in difficult market conditions


On Wednesday, Republican Gubernatorial candidate Rick Hill announced his wolf management plan he'll use if elected.


The tree house in TJ and Flo Hall's back yard gets a second lease on life after its recent reconstruction.


Block watch groups have gone high tech to reduce crime in their neighborhoods.


In Kalamazoo a man plans to auction off a very rare book with Titanic ties, in fact you could say it predicted the sinking.

Kalamazoo man to auction rare book with Titanic ties


Kenya's inflation maintained its downward trend dropping to 4.14 percent for the month of October, a marginal decrease from September's 5.32 percent, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics.


PAUL Hoffmann has dedicated his bowler-of-the-year award to former international bowler Asim Butt, who died last week.


Roger Federer, who won his 19th Masters Series title at the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, says there is life after the age of 30 in tennis.


Congestion on the region's road could cost people and businesses £2bn a year by 2021 - double the present levels - unless radical action is taken to ease gridlock.


Murder probe after body found Updated: 12:40, Monday April 22, 2013 Police have launched a murder investigation after the discovery opf a woman body in the access well of a blockof flats at Werrington, in Sydney's outer western suburbs.


Witnesses late Wednesday night say a teen driver was reportedly killed in Coatesville after an accident.

Teen driver reportedly killed in Coatesville


Auburn police already launched their fireworks patrols ahead of the 4th of July holiday.


Billy Joel and Elton John are teaming up for a world tour beginning in 2009, and going for two years.

Billy Joel and Elton John team up for world tour


Fortesqueue's would like to invite you to join them for Champagne and strawberries in 'The Secret Garden' at 'the room' by the river this summer.

Fortesqueue's invite you to the Secret Garden


Ian Allen/Photographer Jamaica's Reggae Boyz will be in the hunt for a fourth consecutive win when they tackle Costa Rica's Los Ticos in a friendly international, scheduled for an 8:00 kick-off tonight at the National Stadium.


Former Cabinet secretary Lord O'Donnell of Clapham has accused the BBC and ITV of being ``pathetic'' for excluding independent mayoral candidates from its televised debates.

BBC and ITV ``pathetic'' for excluding independent mayoral candidates from its televised debates.


Imperial Capital, an independent, full-service investment bank, postponed its IPO on Wednesday because of poor market conditions.

Investment bank Imperial Capital postpones IPO


Republican Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin hosted a campaign rally in Henderson today.


The FTSE 100 hit a new ten-month high, ending the week 0.87 per cent up on the day at 4,731.56 after US employment figures buoyed confidence.


Florence and the Machine singer Florence Welch has said that she wants to have lots of children.


Marguerite's Place will host an open house event Wednesday in conjunction with the Greater Nashua Chamber of Commerce's December Holiday Business After Hours event that same evening.


Manchester City forward Carlos Tevez faces a jail sentence after being arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified.

Man City forward Carlos Tevez arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified


Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed midfielder Jack Wilshere is closing in on a comeback.


Huntsman on Sunday settled a bruising fight with Apollo Management, the private equity giant, for a little over $1 billion, in a hasty end to one of the largest-ever battles over a leveraged buyout.


Tokyo - Tokyo stocks ended 1.66 percent higher on Friday, reversing earlier losses following a slump on Wall Street and as dollar-buying pushed down the yen.


PC maker Dell released a new line of laptops designed to attract Apple fans, as well as computer users looking for an inexpensive mobile product.


Farmers in Aligider area said that they have finalized preparations to boost production through effective farming in the rainy season.

Farmers in Aligider finalize preparations for the rainy season


A car crashed into a Natick, Massachusetts liquor store on Friday morning at around 10:40.


``As a general rule I do not make promises,'' Ainge said.


The ``glass ceiling'' still exists for women in the workplace -- despite statistics that indicate females' pay rose faster than males' during the past decade.

'Glass ceiling still exists' for women in the workplace


An assistant soccer coach has been arrested, accused of having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old player, authorities said.

Coach accused of having sexual relationship with player


Louis Vuitton is the most valuable luxury brand in the world, up 7 percent on the list from last year, according to the BrandZ top 100 list from Millward Brown.

Louis Vuitton is most valuable luxury brand:


Big Brother 9 betting odds are currently available now that the new season has arrived in the UK.


NAMIBIA finished fifth in the Nations Cup netball tournament which recently ended in Singapore after they beat India 72-23 in a fifth place playoff.

Namibia finish fifth in netball Nations Cup in Singapore


Mr McKim said the Office of Consumer Affairs and Fair Trading has received information that so-called ``bitumen bandits'' are operating in the Hobart area.

Bitumen bandits operating in the Hobart area


Apple on June 7 presented the new iPhone 4 featuring FaceTime, which makes the dream of video calling a reality, and Apple's stunning new Retina display, the highest resolution display ever built into a phone, resulting in super crisp text, images and video.


CNBC anchor Mark Haines passes away in his home, at the age of 65.


Virgil and Agnes Gast are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house reception from 2 pm to 5 pm Saturday, Sept. 3, at the Scott County Fairgrounds, 7151 190th St. W. in St. Lawrence Township, near Jordan.


GREEN BAY, Wis. -Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers is expected to start against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.


Eid prayers were held at four places in the provincial metropolis on Sunday.


Producer John Abraham gave credit to team of 'Vicky Donor' after winning National Film awards in various categories.

Producer John Abraham gives credit to team of 'Vicky Donor'


Of all community issues, few are as alarming as the fact that local children go hungry.


Fabian Delph, a Leeds United midfielder, was banned from driving for 18 months today after he pleaded guilty at Leeds Magistrates' Court to drink-driving on December 23.


Playboy founder Hugh Hefner is calling out ``repressed conservatives'' like Mitt Romney, Rick Santorum and Rush Limbaugh by name for waging a ``war against sex.''

Hugh Hefner: 'repressed conservatives' waging 'war against sex'


Sorry, 98 Degrees fans, but the once popular '90s boy band is not reuniting for a tour this summer.


An investor confidence index maintained by State Street Global Markets fell slightly from March to April.

Investor confidence index falls slightly


Egypt has appointed a new information minister, a controversial post that had been abolished after the uprising that toppled president Hosni Mubarak.


Fantasia Barrino stole the show on the season 7 results episode of ``American Idol'' on Wednesday.

Fantasia Barrino steals show on ``American Idol'' Wednesday


What makes Georgia head football coach Mark Richt angry?


Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn, gave Worthington a miss on Saturday to attend the funeral of a US Marine killed in Afghanistan last week, according to Glenn Thuringer, manager of economic development and membership services for the Worthington Regional Economic Development Corporation.


First though to the economy and the shock news that Australia has avoided a recession, at least for now.


A 32-year-old man was shot in the abdomen Tuesday night in the Lawndale neighborhood on the West Side, authorities said.

Man shot in Lawndale neighborhood on West Side


Celtic winger Aiden McGeady has revealed he is willing to play through the pain in a bid to help his club through an important period of games.


The election season officially kicked off Tuesday with the primaries.


The Jacksonville Jaguars, still trying to tweak their injury-riddled offensive line, re-signed veteran guard Chris Naeole on Wednesday.


India has agreed to release 28 Sri Lankan fishermen who were arrested last week for fishing in its territorial waters, media reports said.


Wragge & Co - Wragge & Co advises Amey on £2.7 billion Birmingham highways PFI project Wragge & Co's PFI team has advised Amey on its new £2.7 billion highways maintenance contract with Birmingham City Council, the largest ever local government highways PFI.

Wragge Co > Wragge Co advises Amey on 2.7 billion Birmingham highways PFI project


Cuomo signs e-cigarette ban for minors Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed new laws to ban sales of electronic cigarettes in New York to anyone under 18 and to prohibit smoking within 100 feet of the entrances to public or private schools.


A 24-year-old Jackson man has pleaded guilty to killing his girlfriend.


A Bucks County church with more than 100 parishioners in attendance was evacuated Sunday morning when carbon monoxide fumes disrupted services, according to authorities.

Bucks church evacuated by carbon monoxide fumes


TORONTO - Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird says Canada has begun a strategic engagement with Myanmar that includes an exchange of ambassadors.


A Rocky Mount police officer killed in an accident on US 220 in Roanoke was laid to rest.