Public sector Dena Bank today said that it has lowered the interest rates on non-resident external and foreign currency non-resident deposits.

Dena Bank lowers interest on non-resident deposits


MPs face being branded ``lazy'' because of their long holidays away from Parliament, the Commons spending watchdog chief has warned.

'MPs could be branded lazy due to long holidays':


The IMAGINE 2035 public meeting scheduled for Monday, May 10th from 7:00PM-8:30PM at the Baker Community Center in Millington has been canceled.


Pacific Capital Bancorp announced today that George Leis, President and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Lehman Brothers Global Financial Services Conference in New York City on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 11:15 am Eastern time.

Pacific Capital Bancorp to present at Lehman Brothers Global Financial services Conference


How healthy is Highlands County among Florida's 67 counties and how does it rank when factors that could make us ultimately sick or make us die too early are compared?


The Palestinians agreed Sunday to give indirect peace talks with Israel a chance after months of US-led efforts to lure both sides back to the negotiating table.

Palestinians agree to indirect peace talks with Israel


Storm, producer, performer, arranger and song writer; has done it again.


Criminal case launched against member of ``Bulat'' Special Forces of Russia Dmitri Verejnikov who killed Azerbaijani citizen in Moscow, APA reports quoting vz.ru website.

Criminal case launched against member of Special Forces of Russia who killed Azerbaijani


Mark Zuckerberg may sell about $1.67 billion of Facebook Inc. stock in the company's initial public offering to pay off taxes he will owe when he exercises options to buy 120 million shares.

Zuckerberg may sell $1.67 billion in stock


Bell ringers are needed in pittsburg for the Salvation Army.


US Airways is finally getting on board with in-flight Wi-Fi, becoming the fifth US-based airline to do so.


The Wistar Institute, an international leader in basic biomedical research, today announced a five-year, $35 million capital campaign, Building Wistar, Changing the World.The campaign, which to date has raised over $18.5 million in a ``quiet'' phase, will support Wistar's first major building expansion in 35 years, and ensure the Institute's future at the forefront of cancer research and vaccine development.

Wistar Institute announces $35 million capital campaign


Out of sight Planets, maybe even advanced life, could theoretically exist inside a black hole according to a new theory.


Dubai, Jun 17 Air India is set to open an engineering base in Dubai to help streamline the airline's operations in the Gulf sector, its chairman and managing director Arvind Jadhav has said.

Air India to open engineering base in Dubai


A toy store was destroyed in a shophouse fire in Lorong Haji Taib 1 here at 1.35pm Wednesday.


Iran is testing new generations of home-made centrifuges for enriching uranium, a senior Iranian nuclear official announced.

Iran testing new generations of centrifuges


Topeka police are investigating a Sunday night drive-by shooting.


BL reported that Ras al Khaimah is planning to set up an educational city in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh.

Ras al Khaimah plans educational city in


Hollywood hunk Robert Pattinson has been offered USD 100,000 to appear in a 'Girls Gone Wild' video.

Robert Pattinson offered USD 100,000 for 'Girls Gone Wild' video


Sharon, who is a host on the show, sat beside her daughter as she revealed, ``I'm absolutely convinced that I'm going to get cancer. ``I go to the doctor at least once a week for a B12 shot, because B12 is really good at building your immune system and keeping you healthy.'' She then talked about how hard it was to deal with her mother's illness, which at the time they feared was terminal, and how she gave up work and practically moved into the hospital with her for nearly two-years. Kelly then burst into tears and said she now rushes to the doctor whenever she feels the slightest lump or bump.

Kelly Osbourne: ``I'm convinced I'm going to get cancer''


Leader of the Armenian National Congress Levon Ter-Petrosyan said that he gives up his parliamentary mandate, Mediamax reported.


A Congressional subcommittee hearing began at 10 am on Thursday with Jan Schakowsky blasting the Thoroughbred racing industry for fostering a culture of racing predicated more on drug use than improving the breed.

Subcommittee hearing begins with Schakowsky blasting racing industry


Japan's former vice minister Shoichi Nakagawa was found dead in a bed in his house in Tokyo, Japanese media reported on Sunday, citing Tokyo Metropolitan Police.

Japan former finance minister Nakagawa found dead: media


THE number of registered sex offenders living in the Thames Valley has fallen since last year.


A lawyer for the family of Michael Jackson said Tuesday that a will had surfaced and would soon be presented in court, as a funeral service began to take shape at the pop star's Neverland Ranch.

Lawyer for the family of Michael Jackson says will has surfaced and will be presented in court


Prominent Saudi intellectual and writer Turki Al Hamad has been arrested upon direct orders from the kingdom's interior minister, Saudi media reported.


A SCHOOL teacher was arrested in front of her class after allegedly being involved in two car crashes on her way to work.


The spokesman said Pakistan told the United States that Dr AQ Khan issue was a closed chapter and it was counter productive to speculate on the court's judgement.


A US restaurant has banned politicians because the establishment doesn't want its customers to be distracted by their campaigning.


A Newport man is accused of exposing himself to a school bus full of middle school students.

Newport man accused of exposing himself to school bus


An elderly woman who went missing from her home in Sydney's eastern suburbs last night has been located safe and well.


TONBRIDGE bounced back from two disappointing defeats by winning at league new boys St Margaret's.


Where is this hand in either Lithia Springs or Powder Springs?


Jack Mogale, dubbed the West-End serial killer because he lured, raped and killed women at a factory near his home, was found guilty in the Johannesburg High Court on Wednesday on 52 of 61 charges.


The death toll in a bus overturn Wednesday night in Shanghai has risen to 11 after another injured passenger died in hospital Thursday morning, according to the Shanghai Health Bureau.

Death toll in bus overturn in Shanghai rises to 11


Australian star Dannii Minogue says she would love to design for English singer Adele.

Dannii Minogue would love to design for Adele


As many as 196 airline crew members reported drunk to work since 2006, Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel told the Lok Sabha on Thursday.

'196 airline crew members report drunk to work'


Brittany Murphy, the actress who got her start in the sleeper hit Clueless and rose to stardom in 8 Mile, has died in Los Angeles.


A talent search programme was held by Madhya Pradesh State Cricket Academy at Gwalior by Sports and Youth Welfare Department here on Friday.


A pizza delivery man was robbed at gunpoint in north Columbia by two armed men Tuesday night.


The fish breeding plants of Azerbaijan launched 346,900,000 small fish into the sea in the first half of 2010, sources in the State Statistical Committee said.

Fish breeding plants of Azerbaijan launch 346,900,000 small fish to the sea


Just Retirement, a retirement solutions specialist, has extended the refund of the valuation fee on its equity release product.

Just Retirement extends refund of valuation fee on equity release product


Darfur rebels from the Justice and Equality Movement say they have clashed with pro-government forces in the region.

Darfur rebels clash with pro-government forces


Blackpool chairman Karl Oyston has warned Charlie Adam that his dream move to Liverpool could rebound on his team-mates financially and 'drop them in it'.

Blackpool chairman Karl Oyston warns wantaway Charlie Adam


Charges laid over double fatal crash Updated: 13:42, Wednesday May 8, 2013 A 19 year old man has been charged over a double fatal accident on New Year's Day at Silkstone, a suburb of Ipswich, in south-east Queensand.


An Opelousas man died last night in a crash on LA 104 west of LA 3043.


Winnipeg police have released sketches of two ``persons of interest'' in the unsolved homicide of a 17-year-old boy last fall.


Kristen Stewart looks great on the June 2010 cover of Elle magazine.


Liverpool failed to break down an anemic West Ham side in a one-sided first-half at Anfield.

Liverpool fail to break down the Hammers


Chris Rene performed Superstar on the ``X Factor USA'' Top 12 live show Wednesday night, November 2, 2011.

Chris Rene performed 'Superstar' on X factor USA Top 12


A pregnant woman was stabbed in the chest by her 10-year-old child early this morning in Camden, according to officials.

Pregnant woman stabbed by child in Camden


LeBron James admitted to Larry King that the Cleveland Cavaliers have the edge in signing him once he becomes a free agent on July 1st.

LeBron James admits that Cleveland Cavaliers have edge signing him


Baseball sports betting enthusiasts that love seeing the New York Yankees lose, then you are probably on cloud nine right about now.


The Washington Post Congressional budget analysts gave an important political boost Wednesday to a Senate panel's health-care overhaul, projecting that the $829 billion measure would both dramatically shrink the ranks of the uninsured and keep President Barack Obama's pledge that doing so would not add ``one dime'' to federal budget deficits.


Dairy giant Fonterra has appointed Alex Stevens as managing director of its Australian brands division.Stevens was previously managing director of Carlton and United Breweries at drinks giant Fosters Group.


``We have a strong presence in tier I cities and now we are looking at expanding our operations in tier II and tier III cities,'' Agilent Technologies country manager, India, P Siva Kumar told here.

Agilent Technologies to expand in tier-II, III cities


Growth stocks pump NZX to new high Updated: 17:56, Wednesday April 24, 2013 New Zealand's benchmark NZX 50 Index rose to a record close on Wednesday, as investors were lured to companies with growth stories such as A2 Corp, Diligent Board Member Services and Xero.


Ethiopia denied that its troops had re-entered Somalia to counter the Islamist group al Shabaab.


BMW has recently revealed a brand new concept sports car called the 328 Hommage.


Michelle Obama reveals that Barack Obama hates letting his girls watch Keeping Up with the Kardashians and other details about life in the White House.

Barack Obama hates Keeping Up with the Kardashians


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


A new way to filter the air on airplanes could reduce the spread of swine flu and norovirus, according to inventors.

New filter for airplanes 'could reduce the spread of swine flu and norovirus'


Direct flights from MacArthur Airport on Long Island to Washington, DC, will begin by the end of March for the first time in a decade.

Direct flights from MacArthur Airport to Washington, DC begin in March


THE MP for North East Somerset Jacob Rees-Mogg, pictured, has announced the arrival of his fourth child.


A woman was fatally shot Monday morning in the central valley by her husband, Las Vegas police said.

Woman fatally shot by husband, police say


The large sticker on wheelie bins will remind residents and neighbours to lock up their property.


A Liverpool artist has been chosen to design an album cover for one of the World's biggest rock bands, Queens of the Stone Age.

Liverpool artist designs album cover for Queens of the Stone Age


Buffalo Rick Jeanneret, the legendary play-by-play voice of the Buffalo Sabres, is heading to the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Rick Jeanneret heading to Hockey Hall of Fame


Actor Peter Falk has died following a long bout with Alzheimer's Disease, according to published reports.


Booksfree.com, the largest online book rental service, is adding children's books gift memberships to its site this holiday season.

Booksfree.com adds children's books gift membership for the holidays


A man is accused of punching a Carlisle police officer in the face.


Nokia has announced that it is launching a new free music streaming service in the US, Nokia Music, which is a free music service for Nokia's Lumia range of Windows Phone devices.

Nokia launches free music streaming service in the US


US General Raymond Odierno will take charge of US-led forces in Iraq on Tuesday from David Petraeus, the commander credited with pulling the violence-wracked country back from all-out civil war.

Odierno to take charge of US forces in Iraq


Just like ``Old Mother Hubbard'', the cupboards at the Mitchell County Food Pantry are bare.


Gippsland Ltd said it has secured a A$800,000 loan from Abbotsleigh Pty Ltd, a company associated with Melbourne businessman Ian Gandel for working capital purposes.


Chicago, Feb 20 President Barack Obama, who called India an indispensable nation during Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's state visit, will most likely visit India later this year to further underscore itss importance to America, a US official says.

President Barack Obama likely to visit India later this year


Schoolgirl Vicky Hamilton was acting like a ``normal teenager'' on the day she is alleged to have been abducted, a court has heard.


Malthouse set to become a Blue Updated: 07:35, Wednesday September 5, 2012 Former Collingwood premiership coach Mick Malthouse is reportedly close to signing a $3 million three-year deal with Carlton.


Full-line manufacturer and importer Klaussner Home Furnishings will open a new permanent showroom in downtown High Point at the spring market here April 2-7.

Klaussner to open new showroom in downtown High Point


But with this hot and humid weather, ground level ozone can cause problems even in the most rural areas of the state.

Ground-level ozone causing problems around the state


Cigna Healthcare has launched a new private medical insurance plan for employers with 150 to 400 employees.

Cigna launches a new private medical insurance plan


6 Mexican tourists killed in Egypt bus accident A bus carrying Mexican tourists overturned Friday in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula before bursting into flames, killing at least six, according to the state news agency MENA.


Cisco has revamped its managed services program and will introduce a new services channel strategy as part of efforts to better support global partners.


Jeff Teague and Al Horford are both starting for the Hawks in Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Jeff Teague, Horford both starting for Hawks


President Obama had to get 12 stitches in his lip after getting a blow from an opponent's elbow during a basketball game Friday morning, White House officials said.


A Gastonia woman faces a murder charge in connection with an argument and shooting late Monday night that turned fatal.


Eastbourne Borough loanee Steve Cook admits in his 10 days as a Boro' player, his football career has been brought back to life.

My career has been brought back to life --


State police say a woman was shot five times in the head with a BB gun during an argument.

Woman shot five times in head with BB gun


BPL Mobile, Mumbai's oldest and longest standing mobile service brand is now Loop Mobile, the newest telecom brand in the city.


A Minnesota Appeals Court panel on Tuesday reversed a criminal vehicular homicide conviction, saying police lacked probable cause to give a Coon Rapids man a urine test that showed he had drugs in his system at the time of a crash.

Court reverses criminal vehicular homicide conviction


Controversial Florida pastor Terry Jones says his church will never burn a Koran, even if a mosque is built near ground zero.


Sanofi has launched its iPhone compatible blood glucose meter in the US and signed a number of retail deals to make the iBGStar available to consumers, including one with Apple.

Sanofi launches iPhone blood glucose meter in the US


Actress/singer Holly Valance shuns private jets in favour of commercial airlines as small planes spark a crippling fear of flying.

Holly Valance - Holly Valance shuns private jets


HMV last week announced that it has taken a 50% stake in 7digital, thrusting the digital media company into the retail spotlight.


On Monday, Research In Motion announced it has acquired tinyHippos, a mobile web development firm that, according to the company, is comprised of ``developers, entrepreneurs, and geeks'' who are well-versed in all things mobile.


Ann Romney, wife of presidential hopeful Mitt Romney, will cohost Good Morning America on Wednesday, Oct. 10.

Ann Romney to cohost 'Good Morning America'


City crews have been busy cleaning up parks and cemeteries after the storm on Thursday.

City crews clean up parks and cemeteries


Haryana government would introduce a complete ban on food articles containing nicotine and tobacco from August 15.

Haryana to ban food articles containing nicotine and tobacco


Former federal law minister and Pakistan People's Party leader Iqbal Haider passed away here on Sunday at a local hospital.

Former minister Iqbal Haider passes away


NEW YORK An analyst kept Gymboree Corp. as her top pick among children's apparel retailers Wednesday, saying the company has been able to capitalize on its promotions and looks to gain more ground with its new Crazy 8 stores.


As a way to commemorate this event, and because I have a big, obvious soft spot for old Beetles, I made a little video showing you how anyone can draw a Beetle using just two ovals.

How to draw a Volkswagen Beetle with just two ovals


New York Yankees catcher Jorge Posada on Wednesday underwent arthroscopic surgery on his ailing right shoulder and will be begin an initial exercise program in four to six weeks.


Ministry of Religious Affairs has decided to impose stringent conditions on 472 Hajj organizers and tour operators under the pressure of Saudi government.

Ministry of religious affairs decide to impose stringent conditions on Hajj tour operators


The Black Eyed Peas were on hand last night in Los Angeles to kick off Grammy weekend with their annual charity concert benefiting the Peapod Foundation, which provides music and arts education to children across the globe.

Black Eyed Peas kick off Grammy weekend with charity concert


DRIVERS are being warned to take care on the roads tomorrow, with more heavy rain forecast.


Infielder Miguel Cairo has agreed to a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds, and the 35-year-old would get a $500,000, one-year contract if he's added to the 40-man roster.

Infielder Miguel Cairo agrees to minor league contract with Cincinnati Reds


An Ozark man for which Carroll High School was evacuated on Monday and locked down last week after he allegedly threatened a student was arrested by Dale County Sheriff's investigators on unrelated charges later in the day, according to authorities.


Senator Loren Legarda on Tuesday said she would make ``an announcement'' on her 49th birthday on Wednesday.

Legarda to make ``an announcement'' Wednesday


Web 2.0 Summit Stanley Burrell, AKA MC Hammer, is getting into the search business with a startup called Wiredoo.


Communist rebels have ordered an attack on American troops involved in joint military exercises on Panay Island.


Cisco announced launch of first next-generation wireless access point that combines full 802.11n performance with deployment simplicity, enabling businesses to cost-effectively support the growing wave and diversity of mobile devices and applications.


Advocates for Pearce Middle School walk the block to try to recruit students to attend the middle school.


Excellent graduates from secondary school will be decorated with gold and silver medals in Azerbaijan beginning from the academic year of 2010-2011.

Excellent graduates to be decorated with gold, silver medals in Azerbaijan


The United States and Pakistan have a strong ongoing dialogue in all areas of their relationship, including counterterrorism and will work together to address any concerns, the State Department said on Friday.

US, Pakistan have strong ongoing dialogue on all areas:


Chinese police have rescued 22 children kidnapped by a gang for sale and arrested 40 people suspected of involvement, state media on Thursday cited a government statement as saying.

China police rescue 22 children kidnapped for sale


DC is pleased to welcome pro surfer Clay Marzo to its Surf team.


That's why ABC7 is on your side, showing you where the jobs are.


Gautam Gambhir lashed out at critics who have questioned his and Virender Sehwag's partnership in Test cricket, insisting that they are still the best option for India.


Gene Cross, an assistant coach on the Notre Dame men's basketball staff, was today named the head coach at the University of Toledo.

Gene Cross named head coach at the University of Toledo


Open-source giant Red Hat Inc. has acquired Qumranet, an Israel-based developer of server and desktop virtualization software, for $107 million in an all cash transaction.

Red Hat acquires Qumranet for $ 107 million


EMIRATES, which will start flying to Harare in February next year via Lusaka, Zambia, will be offering exceptional discounts on airfares to more than 100 cities for bookings until January 9 2012.

Emirates will start flying to Harare in February


Romgaz wants to develop gas camps in Iraq, where they already own five projects and wants to intensify its presence on the foreign markets, the minister of economy Adriean Videanu said, during the visit to the Complex Energetic Rovinari, Mediafax informs.


Vodafone has announced it has bagged exclusives on the Sony Ericsson Xperia X2, the LG GM750 and the Nokia E72, the first two of which until the end of the year.

Vodafone announces exclusive on Sony Ericsson Xperia X2


Fordham has replaced TCU on UC's 2012 home football schedule, giving the Bearcats two FCS schools on their seven-game home schedule.


Unheralded American Heath Slocum won the Barclays Classic by one stroke after rolling in a 21-foot putt to save par at the last and finish ahead of four heavyweights, including Tiger Woods.

Slocum wins Barclays Classic by a stroke


An Orient teen was killed early Saturday morning in a single-vehicle crash on Ballah Road, according to Dwight Radcliff, Pickaway County Sheriff.


Lawless, along with six other Greenpeace activists, was sentenced today after pleading guilty to illegally boarding an oil drillship in Taranaki.


Stocks to watch on the Australian stock exchange at close on Monday: down 31 cents at $2.45 Gaming group Aristocrat Leisure expects to lift its first half net profit by up to one third and deliver strong earnings growth for the full year.


A new Japanese canned drink vending machine uses facial recognition technology to ``recommend'' drinks based on the customer's age and gender.

Japanese vending machine uses facial recognition


Democratic county executive candidate Sandra Frankel will appear on WXXI at 8 pm today.


The two Koreas reached a deal on Friday to resume reunions of families separated by the 1950-53 Korean War, which had been suspended for about two years due to political troubles, Yonhap news agency said on Friday.

Two Koreas reach deal on reunions of families:


Inter Milan has reached a deal to sign Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o, his agent told Italian media on Thursday.

Inter Milan signs Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o


Soccer ace David Beckham may consider getting a tattoo on his private parts to add to the 30 he already has on his body.


Thanks be to God, the lines that separate us are getting blurred these days.


LeAnn Rimes is suing her dentist, claiming he screwed up her teeth so badly it has negatively impacted her career.


-The Seattle Seahawks signed free agent running back Julius Jones to a multiyear contract on Monday.


A PEACEFUL beauty spot has been turned into an ``unmitigated disaster'' after bags of rubbish were dumped on the site.

Beauty spot turned into ``unmitigated disaster''


The board of Rural Electrification Corporation in its meeting on 19 May 2010 has recommended final dividend at the rate of of Rs 3.50 per share for the year 2009-10, subject to approval of the shareholders in the ensuing annual general meeting.

Rural Electrification Corporation recommends final dividend


The Parliament has begun discussing the bill on education at the second reading.

Parliament begins discussing bill on education


A British missionary couple from Bolton have been charged with sedition in The Gambia, it was reported.

British missionaries charged with sedition


Watergate: 40 years later - ``Nixon far worse than we thought'' - that's the evaluation offered by Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein in their first joint byline article in 36 years.


Paralympian Oscar Pistorius will be allowed to leave South Africa to compete in races abroad as he awaits trial for the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.

Oscar Pistorius - Oscar Pistorius allowed to leave South Africa


New Jersey kicked off the spring planting season Monday in Monmouth County, encouraging residents to buy local.

New Jersey kicks off spring planting season


New figures from US analytics group ComScore show social networking giant Facebook reached a new traffic record in June.


AN ABERDEEN benefits cheat who claimed nearly £5,000 he was not entitled to has been ordered to do unpaid work in the community.

Aberdeen benefits cheat claimed nearly £5,000


One Direction's Liam Payne has split from his girlfriend of two years following crazed fans cruel taunts.

One Direction's Liam Payne splits from girlfriend of two years


NBA owners and players have reached a tentative deal to end the lockout and hope to open a shortened season on Christmas day.

NBA owners and players reach tentative deal


Secretary of Aging Brian Duke today urged all Pennsylvanians to recognize National Grandparents Day on September 9 and encouraged involvement with the Foster Grandparent Program.

Secretary of Aging recognizes National Grandparents Day


German inflation spiked to 3.1 percent in March from 2.8 percent in February, with the gain driven by higher food and oil prices.

German inflation spikes to 3.1 percent in March


FBDC hears Owen's been showing DC journos some love lately, making brief appearances at a book party last night for columnist John McCaslin, and also at a going away party of sorts for Christina Davidson Tuesday at Local 16 on U St.


by : dpa Athens - A Greek anarchist group claimed responsibility on Thursday for more than a dozen parcel bombs sent to European leaders and embassies causing widespread alarm earlier this month, reports said.

Greek anarchist group claims responsibility for parcel bombs


The hotel housekeeper who has accused Dominique Strauss-Kahn of sexually assaulting her in his 28th-floor suite sued him in State Supreme Court in the Bronx on Monday, seeking unspecified damages for an attack that she said ``humiliated, degraded, violated and robbed'' her of ``her dignity as a woman.''


GM wheat with inbuilt health attributes could command a premium for its growers, an Australian scientist developing the concept suggests.


He is one of the world's wealthiest men with a fortune estimated at US$23 billion, yet he drives a 15-year-old car, flies economy class and encourages the thousands of staff in his global empire to use both sides of company notepaper when writing letters.


TalkTalk, part of the Carphone Warehouse group, added 77,000 net new broadband subscribers to its service in the quarter to the end of September 2009.

TalkTalk add 77,000 new broadband subscribers


SUNY is announcing layoffs and furloughs at its system administration office in Albany.


El Dorado-based Murphy Oil Corp., announced today it will immediately advance the election of its chairman to the Board of Directors, following the recent death of its late chairman, William C. Nolan, Jr.

Murphy Oil advances election of chairman


Einstein, a pinto stallion from New Hampshire, is now considered as the most smallest horse in the world.

Einstein is the most smallest horse in the world


A stable fire on May 18 in Texas has claimed an eighth horse, after veterinarians decided to euthanize a four-year-old mare that survived the blaze.


India has asked oil cartel OPEC to raise crude oil production to stem the relentless rise in international oil prices that have threatened to derail import dependent economies such as India.


The EU is planning to open a new negotiation chapter with Turkey on April 21, despite more than a year having passed since the Turkish capital sent the bloc its negotiation position paper on the subject.

EU plans to open new negotiation chapter with Turkey


Nine people were jailed on felony charges since Wednesday evening, according to booking records kept at the Western Regional Jail.


Louise Roger, a Righteous Among the Nations from France, will be posthumously honored at Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Memorial Institute, on Tuesday.

Righteous Among the Nations from France to be posthumously honored at Yad Vashem


Heavy snowfall has caused traffic problems across Serbia, the Automobile Association of Serbia has stated.

Snow causes traffic problems across Serbia


Vietnamese furniture exporters might face a US antidumping investigation, a Vietnamese official said at a meeting here.

Vietnamese may face antidumping investigation


(offsite link) Cott Corp. shares continue to fall Wednesday, after getting clobbered Tuesday on news that Wal-Mart plans to phase out its existing 10-year exclusive supply agreement with Cott.


Barclays Wealth has reissued its UK accumulator product, locking in every 15% of the rise in the FTSE and protecting investors' capital from falls in the market.


Piers Morgan has quit 'America's Got Talent' after six years, as he no longer feels able to juggle his commitments with his CNN chat show 'Piers Morgan Tonight'.


Bandh still affects normal life in the Manoharthana area of Jhalawar after tension prevailed for the third day even as administrative officials tried to pacify the members of Bhil community on Wednesday.


A French court on Friday ordered a photographer accused of bilking France's richest woman out of cash and art worth $1.5 billion to stand trial for exploitation.

Photographer accused of bilking France's richest woman


A Hebrew language charter school is looking to open in Harlem, but it's kicked up the usual concerns that charters take up resources and don't serve every student.

Hebrew charter school looks to open in Harlem


A Westwego man who was a postal carrier has pled guilty to failing to deliver the mail, US Attorney Jim Letten's office announced.

Westwego man pleads guilty to failing to deliver mail


The rupee ended flat against the dollar on Thursday in a mixed trading day, dealers said.


Gender discrimination as well as discrimination in general is increasing in Sweden, the Ombudsman against Discrimination, Katri Linna, has told Swedish Radio.


An Alexandria man is accused of grabbing a woman's buttocks and making sexually explicit comments to another woman, authorities reported.

Alexandria man accused of grabbing woman's buttocks


The Boston Bruins recalled forward Carter Camper from AHL affiliate Providence on Monday.

Boston Bruins recall Carter Camper from Providence Monday


BURGLARS tunnelled into a Parisian bank vault and raided around 100 safety deposit boxes rented by private customers before making good their escape, investigators said on Tuesday.


Goran Lindblad was appointed a new co-rapporteur on Armenia at the June 24 session of the PACE Monitoring Committee.

Goran Lindblad appointed co-rapporteur on Armenia


Magilton said: ``We had so many chances to kill the game them off but we didn't take them. The players were immense.


``Kyrgyz tourism is in need of specialists in camping sites construction,'' Gaisha Ibragimova, head of the Educational Institutions Union, told 24.kg news agency.

Kyrgyz tourism is in need of specialists in camping sites construction --


Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., has further underlined its commitment to zero emission leadership by announcing that the Nissan LEAF will be manufactured at its plant in Sunderland, UK.

The Nissan LEAF to be manufactured in Sunderland


A family drowns in northern California while trying to save their dog in heavy Pacific Ocean surf.


As the Rajya Sabha took up the debate on the Lokpal Bill, Mr Jaitley said: ``The message is loud and clear, people are not ready to accept the present status quo. ``Corruption in many areas has become a way of life.'' The BJP leader said the ``upper sections of the society bend the rules and indulge in corruption, while the common people suffer. ``There are low areas of society where the average man has to confront corruption as a way of life,'' he said. He said some ``not so complementary statements'' were being made about Parliament and MPs. He urged fellow members not to pay attention to them. ``Time has now come to raise the bar of accountability in India. Existing structures have not succeeded. They have not responded to the enormity of the situation,'' he said. The Upper House took up the debate at noon, an hour after the Lok Sabha begun the debate to resolve the logjam over a Lokpal Bill following a fast by Mr Hazare that entered the 12th day Saturday.


On May 1, local time, at the invitation of the Federal Government of the Kingdom of Belgium and the EU, Chinese Vice Premier Li Keqiang arrived in Brussels for official visits to Belgium and the EU headquarters.

Vice Premier Li Keqiang arrives in Brussels for official visits to Belgium and the EU headquarters


Super producer Mark Ronson once made his childhood friend Michael Jackson watch porn, but Michael wasn't having it!

Mark Ronson made Michael Jackson watch porn


Miranda Kerr fuelled further rumours that she is heading towards a split from her husband Orlando Bloom when she posted a picture of her left hand without her wedding ring on Twitter.

Miranda Kerr pictured without wedding ring


London, Aug 4 Singer Jennifer Lopez has revealed she is the strict parent in her household unlike her husband Marc Anthony who likes to ``mush'' around with kids.


Superproducer Mark Ronson has signed British rockers The Rumble Strips to his record label and promised to produce the band's second album.


AN UNDER-FIRE local MP has accused top councillors of trying to create division in the borough.


Court records in Los Angeles show Hefner filed for divorce on Friday.


Most Gulf markets end higher ahead of the weekend.


Pop music legend Prince will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 10th Annual BET Awards which will be held in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 27 and hosted by Queen Latifah.


Gold hovered below its record high on Friday, after a nine-session rally pushed prices up as much as 7 percent, as the euro zone debt crisis and uncertainties around the US debt talks continued to support sentiment.


The Kidco Head Start Preschool Program is now taking applications for children in the Sweet Home, Lebanon, Albany, Corvallis, Philomath, Harrisburg, Jefferson, Central Linn and Monroe areas.

Kidco Head Start preschool taking applications


A BP gas station in Cleveland sold a Powerball ticket Wednesday matching all five numbers and the Powerball, worth $2 million.

A BP gas station in Cleveland sold a Powerball ticket Wednesday matching all ...


Actor-producer Akshay Kumar has added one more feather to his cap by singing a song in his next film ``Special Chabbis'' and says he wants to dedicate the song to his wife Twinkle Khanna.


Sport Chalet founder Norbert Olberz, who expanded a Southern California ski and tennis shop into a sporting goods superstore chain of 55 outlets in four Western states, has died at his La Canada Flintridge home at 86.

Sport Chalet founder Norbert Olberz dies at 86


Feisty singer Cher Lloyd reportedly squared up to an X Factor camerawoman as she rehearsed for tonight's episode.


AP , 03.10.11, 08:12 AM EST Cumulus Media is buying Citadel Broadcasting in a $1.7 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest radio station owners.

Cumulus to buy radio rival Citadel Broadcasting


A FOOTBALLER punched a referee in the face as he was about to be sent off.


Crude oil rose, snapping five days of declines, as some investors took the view a drop below $70 a barrel made the commodity attractive to buy.

Crude oil snaps five days of declines after dropping below $70


Just as Nvidia was the only company selling 3D Vision glasses, it looks like it will be the only company selling its Shield console as well.


Apple on October 20 gave a sneak peek of Mac OS X Lion, the eighth major release of the world's most advanced operating system.


At least 25 were killed when insurgents launched an attack on military bases in eastern Afghanistan.

25 killed in attack on military bases in Afghanistan


Local unemployment rates rise across the Mid-Columbia and Yakima Valley, despite months of decline.

Unemployment rates rise in Mid-Columbia, Yakima Valley


A boy, 15, was found dead in his bedroom in Spring Hill Friday morning.


Third baseman Eric Chavez has returned to the Oakland Athletics lineup after missing five games with a sore right shoulder.

Third baseman Chavez returns to Athletics lineup


US Attorney General Eric Holder said Tuesday that the Times Square bombing suspect Faisal Shahzad will be charged ``with an act of terrorism'' and ``attempted use of weapon of mass destruction''.

Faisal Shahzad to be charged with act of terrorism


Nucleus has completed its £15m rights issue slightly ahead of schedule, with CEO David Ferguson hailing it a ``brilliant'' end to the year.


Saint Louis University is the only school in Missouri named a ``Best Buy'' in the 2011 edition of The Fiske Guide to Colleges.

Saint Louis University named a 'best Buy'


This ONC meaningful use education module covers ``transitions of care'' from both a meaningful use and EHR technology certification perspective.


WEDDING Crashers actor Vince Vaughn became a dad over the weekend as his wife Kyla Weber gave birth to a baby girl.

Wedding Crashers star Vince Vaughn becomes a dad


Victoria Beckham has been ordered to wear flats as she fights to recover from a slipped disc.


A 21-year-old pregnant woman shot in the head over the weekend died Monday.


The ``love'' hormone linked to feelings of sexual pleasure, bonding and maternal care also appears to help us recognise familiar faces, Swiss researchers said on Tuesday.

``Love'' hormone appears to help familiar faces:


Lynn Redgrave, an introspective and independent player in her family's acting dynasty who became a 1960s sensation as the freethinking title character of ``Georgy Girl'' and later dramatized her troubled past in such one-woman stage performances, has died.


UC has announced that it will begin a three-game men's basketaball series with Wright State, beginning this year at Fifth Third Arena.


A reporter stopped kisses from two co-ed pranksters during a live-air broadcast about the Boston Marathon Bombing, and the internet is responding appropriately by turning the clip into a viral video.


An international team of scientists has announced a new advance in the ability to target and destroy certain cancer cells.

New advance in ability to target and destroy certain cancer cells


Jim Mandich, who won two Super Bowl rings with the Miami Dolphins and later became a popular radio announcer for the team, died Tuesday at age 62.


Police have received more than 300 tips as of 11 am today about a suspected serial killer in the Flint area since opening up a toll-free tip line Monday.

Police receive more than 300 tips about suspected serial killer on tip line


Fredi Gonzalez was fired Wednesday as manager of the Florida Marlins, whose search for a full-time successor began with a phone call to Bobby Valentine.

Fredi Gonzalez fired as Florida Marlins manager


JDA Software said that it will acquire i2 Technologies in a deal with an enterprise value of $346 million.

Jda Software to acquire i2 Technologies for $346 million


Kurdistan is set to export oil to the world via Turkey, in a move that will provoke Baghdad.


While most parts of Virginia added jobs in May, the state's unemployment rate edged up in May as the number of job seekers grew.


The San Francisco Giants have hit recycling rates out of the ballpark, achieving 75 percent recycling in 2009, up from 57 percent the year before, according to recently completed audits.

San Francisco Giants hit recycling out of the ballpark


The daughter of a convicted Muncie babysitter will avoid jail time for her role in the death of a four-month-old baby.

Daughter of Muncie babysitter avoids jail time


General Master Gardener training will be offered by University of Wisconsin Extension beginning Wednesday, Sept. 12, in Baldwin.


Armenian Parliament adopted bills on biometric passports and IDs in the third and final reading on Wednesday.

Armenian Parliament adopts bills on biometric passports


Two stillborn babies had their heart beats misread by midwives, the Health and Disability Commissioner has found.


Sri Lanka has been ranked 97 among 180 countries in terms of public-sector corruption in an international corruption perception index released by Transparency International today.

Sri Lanka ranked 97 in corruption perception index


Jayanthi Natarajan told reporters that she met Karunanidhi to wish him as he turned 90 on June 3.

Union Minister Jayanthi Natarajan meets Karunanidhi


The ongoing military reform is ``the imperative of time'' and necessitated by the current situation in the world and should make the army ``modern, mobile and combat capable'', President Dmitry Medvedev said.

Military reform to make army modern, mobile, combat capable - Medvedev


The Japanese market ended Tuesday's trading session in positive territory with modest gains, lifted by optimism about US earnings and sustaining global economic recovery.

Japanese market ends in positive territory


Seven Turkish police were wounded in a shootout during a raid on PKK militants in central Istanbul, the city's governor said.

Seven Turkish police wounded in raid on PKK militants


Although she's busy with her acting career, Iron Man 2 star Scarlett Johansson isn't done with the music business.

Scarlett Johansson isn't done with music


Conor Kennedy, son of Robert Kennedy, Jr., is arrested in Washington on Wednesday.


Jessie J will undergo ankle surgery at the end of the year.


Sony has reportedly signed a deal with MLBAM to bring Major League Baseball to its PS3 console.

Sony brings Major League baseball to the PS3


Dutch hosted communications services provider Voipro has presented its new advisory board.


73% of the inhabitants of the Southern region have got access to potable water supply, according to Mr. Hailemichael Eyob, branch head of the Ministry of Land, Water and Environment in the region.

73% of inhabitants of Southern region get access to potable water supply


Justin Timberlake has expressed how much he loves acting.


Aaron Carter has slipped off the radar, so to get himself back in the limelight, he's joining the next season of Celebrity Rehab.


Visually impaired calypsonian Almanac passed away at around 9 pm on Friday succumbing to liver cancer while at Ward 24 at the Port of Spain General Hospital.


In March 2012, electricity demand in Italy fell by 5.2% - a total of 27.4 billion kWh, reported Italian grid operator Terna SpA.

Electricity demand in Italy falls by 5.2%


Warner Bros. has signed Adam Sandler to star in its untitled romantic comedy that centers on blended families.

Warner Bros. signs Adam Sandler for romantic comedy


Taco Bell responded to a class-action lawsuit that claims its taco filler doesn't meet federal meat standards by saying it stands behind the quality of its seasoned beef and plans to take legal action against those who have made ``false claims'' against the product.


Colonel Muammar Gaddafi was buried early in the morning somewhere in the Libyan desert.

Gaddafi buried somewhere in Libyan desert


NEC has launched ``ePasolink,'' a wireless transmission system that provides link throughputs of up to 2.5 Gbps in the E-band spectrum range of 70/80 GHz.

NEC launches ePasolink wireless transmission system


Mary Landrieu, D-La., pictured here last Oct., wants the economic stimulus bill to include more for the Army Corps of Engineers.

Landrieu wants stimulus bill to include more for Army corps of Engineers


Famous Belgian singer Lara Fabian will visit Azerbaijan to attend ``South Caucasus Forum'' organized by Nizami Ganjavi International Center and Club of Madrid with the support of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora.

Famous Belgian singer Lara Fabian to visit Azerbaijan


Former 95.8 Capital FM breakfast show host Johnny Vaughan has joined Absolute Radio as part of its summer line-up.


A Church-run community radio service for tribal people in Wayanad district in Kerala has celebrated its second anniversary.


Tesoro officials say the fourth person to die following an explosion early this morning at the Tesoro Oil Refinery on March Point near Anacortes has been identified as 29-year-old Kathryn Powell.


The ruling Communist Party of China Monday vowed to make vigorous efforts to promote political restructuring and said great impetus would be given to economic reforms.

Chinese Communist Party to promote political restructuring


POLICE outfit, Royal Leopards reserved the best for last against security forces' rivals Green Mamba scoring two second half goals to book a place in the quarterfinals of the lucrative SwaziBank Cup tournament yesterday.


Mitt Romney will win Republican presidential primaries in Connecticut, Rhode Island and Delaware, CBS News projects.

Romney to win Connecticut, Rhode Island, Delaware, CBS News projects


The ``Help is Here Express'' bus tour was in Liberal Friday to help uninsured and financiallystruggling Kansans access information on programs that provide prescription medicines for free or nearly free.


Washington, Feb 15 US Secretary of State John Kerry has urged Iran to make ``real offers'' and engage in a ``real dialogue'' in the upcoming nuclear talks with world powers.


Alan Mulally, the boss of Ford, has told reporters that he'll accept a $1 salary next year if it helps the Blue Oval secure bailout money from the US Senate.


Evidence continues to mount that the US government is keen on tracking its citizens.


Armstrong never raced the Giro d'Italia during his Tour reign, but ahead of the Giro's centenary next year the American admitted he would like to take part in the 'corsa rosa'.


On Sunday afternoon African National Congress president Jacob Zuma officially put into effect one of the resolutions adopted eight months ago at the Polokwane conference when he launched a number of street committees in Durban.


Last Thursday, August 13th a Goodwill Industries of Alberta one ton truck was stolen from their warehouse on the west end of the city.


A Fresno judge said Wednesday that a juror acted improperly during the recent trial of an accused ``hitman,'' but it's not clear whether that's enough to toss out the ``guilty'' verdict.

Fresno judge says juror acted improperly


05:04 PM,Apr 09,2012 Mumbai, Apr 9 Wind turbine maker Suzlon today said it has been selected as the preferred supplier for 66 S97 2.1 mw turbines from Cennergi for its 138-mw project in South Africa.

Suzlon selected as preferred supplier by Cennergi


World oil prices turned higher in Asia on Wednesday after earlier losses, while investors awaited a weekly US report for more clues about demand in the world's biggest energy user, dealers said.


Global shares are likely to remain strong on the back of still cheap valuation, profit recovery and easy global conditions, says Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist, AMP Capital Investors, Dr Shane Oliver.


Social workers from across the state and the Lower 48 will converge in Fairbanks next week for the annual Alaska chapter of the National Association of Social Workers conference.


Aquiles Martini Pietri, the president of the Venezuelan Real Estate Chamber, said that ``no government has ever built more than 100,000 houses in Venezuela in a year,'' not even in 2011.

``No government has ever built more than 100,000 houses in a year''


Joel McHale did his Joel McHale thing on Conan last night by calling Conan a pussy and making fun of an audience member but still managing to remain extremely handsome and charming.


Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific Airways, which has warned its first-half results are ``expected to be disappointing,'' said it will cut costs and reduce capacity as operating costs rise due to high fuel prices and economic uncertainty.

Cathay cuts costs, reduces capacity as operating costs rise


Southwest Baptist University began construction Friday on a new Springfield Avenue entrance in memory of Dr. Jim Sells, former chancellor and University president.

University begins construction on new entrance


The Syracuse Crunch announced today that the Columbus Blue Jackets have assigned the following six players to the Crunch.

Columbus Blue Jackets assign six to Syracuse Crunch


``Mike & Molly'' creator Mark Roberts has stepped down as showrunner from the CBS comedy, an individual with knowledge of the situation told TheWrap.

'Mike & Molly' showrunner Mark Roberts steps down


New Delhi, Mar 29 After three years of probe, CBI has filed a chargesheet against former Haryana Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala for allegedly possessing assets worth Rs six crore disproportionate to his known sources of income between 1993 and 2006.

CBI files chargesheet against Om Prakash Chautala


The good news is that the Senate passed a so-called doc fix yesterday, which if also passed by the House would avert steep cuts to Medicare physician reimbursement due to kick in Dec. 1.


President George W. Bush says it has been a ``tough month'' in Afghanistan with rising US casualties.

Bush says it has been a 'tough month' in Afghanistan


For Pantaloons Femina Miss India International 2012 Rochelle Maria Rao, sundays have always been special.


Low fat milk has doubled its market share over the past year, according to Kantar Worldpanel figures published by DairyCo.


Wisconsin has the highest Black male incarceration rate in the nation according to a new study released on Friday by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Wisconsin has highest Black male incarceration rate in the nation


Angelina Jolie visited a refugee camp in Baghdad on Thurday as part of her role as a UN goodwill ambassador, visiting with Iraqi families that have been displaced by the war.

Angelina Jolie visits refugee camp in Baghdad


An American citizen has been kidnapped in the West African nation of Benin, a US embassy spokeswoman has confirmed.

American kidnapped in West African nation of Benin¿


The new Germiston hospital was still not ready to be opened despite promises that it would be completed by October last year, the DA said today.

Germiston hospital still not ready to open


Yingli Green Energy announced at its annual global customer conference that its Yingli Solar brand modules have received the power controlled certification from TÜV Rheinland.

Yingli receives power controlled certification from TÜV Rheinland


Maharashtra continues to remain the most favoured investment destination in the country, Governor SC Jamir said here on Monday.

Maharashtra most favoured investment destination:


Weekend gas lines ease up in NY but might return At least for one day, drivers in the New York region seem to be getting a break from spending hours in gas lines after Superstorm Sandy.


' Addressing a public meeting here on Thursday, the PTI Chief claimed that Sharif brothers were in love with Zardari for more than three years and their parties formed the coalition government in Punjab.

Sharif brothers were in love with Zardari for three years:


I've been a jewelryaholic for almost two years.


Air France-KLM , Europe's biggest airline, may need to cut a further 3,000 jobs but only through natural attrition, according to its chief executive, Reuters reported.

Air France-KLM may cut a further 3,000 jobs


Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd says he will undergo heart surgery next month, noting it's ``time for a grease and oil change'' on an aortic valve he had replaced almost 20 years ago.


Mourners are again turning out in large numbers Friday to pay their final respects to Sen. Ted Kennedy.

Mourners pay their respects to Sen. Kennedy


Greece's unemployment rate in July rose to 25.1 percent from a revised 24.8 percent in the previous month, according to data provided by the Hellenic Statistical Authority on Thursday.


Brian Burke was honoured by a gay rights group on Monday night, accepting the Ally Award from PFLAG.

Brian Burke honoured by gay rights group


Deputy Prime Minister Arthur Mutambara came out with guns blazing on Monday, vowing he will not resign as Deputy Prime Minister even though his faction of the MDC want him to relinquish the post for new party leader, Welshman Ncube.

Mutambara will not resign as Deputy Prime Minister


Former Chicago Bears coach Jim Dooley died Tuesday at age 77 after having been ill with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, for ten years.

Former Chicago Bears coach Jim Dooley dies at age 77


Hurricane Isaac made landfall in the US state of Louisiana, bringing high winds, soaking rains and posing the first test for the costly flood-protection system built after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina that killed over 18,000 people in 2005.


An Italian women's rights group is seeking compensation from Silvio Berlusconi, claiming that he has offended the dignity of all Italian women.

Italian women's rights group seeks compensation from Berlusconi


The German minor girl, who was allegedly raped in Goa, has undergone a medical test at the Goa medical college.


Alzheimer's disease could cause a global cash crunch in coming generations -- as people begin to regularly live to 100 -- and must be considered a serious fiscal danger, experts said Thursday.

Alzheimer's may cause global cash crunch: experts


A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for southwest Minnesota and northern Iowa beginning at 6 am Tuesday and ending at 6 am Wednesday.

Winter Weather Advisory issued for southwest Minnesota


The Supreme Court on Monday struck down an Arizona law that requires people to submit proof of citizenship when they register to vote.

Supreme court strikes down Arizona law requiring proof of citizenship to vote


Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez reportedly had a dinner date with Patriots quarterback Tom Brady last Friday night when the team played the Red Sox in Boston.


American singer Lady Gaga said she will tone down her image while in Israel.

Lady Gaga says she'll tone it down in Israel


A 33-year-old Sheboygan woman was injured in a one-vehicle rollover crash Friday morning on county Highway A in the Town of Herman, the Sheboygan County Sheriff's Department said.


YouTube will live stream Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits in the video site's continuing push to bring music festivals to digital screens.

YouTube to stream Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits


A ``highly intoxicated'' 39-year-old Portland man drowned Saturday in the Columbia River off of Sauvie Island after losing control of a SeaDoo watercraft, Columbia County Sheriff's deputies said.


The Nokia N900 is all set to hit the retail market from next week onwards, after having confirmed its UK shipping date set at November 16.


Public and private officials at the highest levels have pretty much run our country into the ground.

Officials have run our country into the ground


China and Kyrgyzstan pledged on Monday to strengthen military ties following a meeting between Defense Minister Liang Guanglie and Kyrgyzstan's Minister of Defense Omuraliev Taalaibek.

China, Kyrgyzstan pledge to strengthen military ties


A UN team investigating war crimes alleged against both sides in recent Gaza combat entered Gaza from Egypt.


A body was found in Fort Benton on Monday, but authorities don't know yet if it is that of a man reported missing last month.


With the calf injury to Billy Cundiff, the Baltimore Ravens have signed veteran kicker Shayne Graham.

Baltimore Ravens sign former bengal kicker Shayne Graham


Didier Drogba has been named Cote D'Ivoire player of the year, beating Manchester City's Yaya Toure and Levante's Arouna Kone in a poll of local sports journalists and Internet users.

Didier Drogba named Cote D'Ivoire player of the year


A fire destroyed a Beauregard house just after midnight Monday, Beauregard Volunteer Fire Department Chief Mike Holden said.


Today, Butler said he pities Favre because he can't find anything to do with his life other than play football.


Jarno Trulli believes Lotus has managed to make a ``major step forward'' with its T127 car thanks to the big upgrade it has introduced for Barcelona.


The body of an unidentified man was found in the Tacarigua district early this morning.


Multiplex chain operator PVR plans to invest about Rs 250 crore this year for adding about 90 new screens and towards rebranding of some of Cinemax theatres.


North Korea plans to release a US missionary who has been detained since December after illegally crossing the border from China, the state-run Korea Central News Agency reported Friday.

North Korea plans release of US missionary


Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. sold Candystand.com, the advergaming Web site it founded in 1997, to Funtank, a branded gaming and entertainment publisher.


New York Red Bulls officials have been approached to play in the Emirates Cup in London in late July or early August, according to The Washington Post.

New York Red Bulls approached to play in Emirates Cup


With 91 percent of the vote in, Austin's next City Council appears to have taken shape.


Citizen Cope will be hitting the road on a national summer tour with OAR that kicks off July 8th in Indianapolis, IN and finish up August 15th in Atlanta, GA.


Power has been restored to most residents of southeast Nebraska who were left in the dark during a holiday storm.

Power restored to most of southeast Nebraska


Entraction launches Bingo in cooperation with NYX Interactive.


Suu Kyi would be visiting India next week for the first time since being elected to the Myanmar Parliament following her party National League of Democracy's clean sweep of the historic by-elections.

Aung San Suu Kyi to visit India next week


Lawyers of Lahore Bar Association on Monday observed strike to condemn security lapse at sessions court which caused death of two prisoners on Saturday.

Lawyers observe strike against security lapse


Harmony Gold Mining plunged into the red with a full year net loss of R192m compared with a profit of R2,927m last time.


Astorga's friend says they used a jeep, not the pickup truck investigators say McGrane pulled over.


The president of the BH Council of Ministers said yesterday that the EBRD was the most important financial partner of the SEE countries, and that it had so far invested more than EUR 750 million in BH through various projects.

EBRD invested more than EUR 750 million in BH


A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for most of the Midlands until 10 pm tonight.

Severe thunderstorm watch issued until 10 pm


Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. the Hon. Peter Phillips, on Wednesday outlined changes to the tax measures to the tourism sector for the 2012/13 financial year.

'' Changes to the tax measures to the tourism sector for the 2012/13 financial year.


Ali Hassan al-Majeed, known as ``Chemical Ali'' for his use of poison gas against minority Kurds, was buried late on Tuesday near his cousin, former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein, a tribal leader said.


Major Chinese dailies reported that Hong Kong celebrity couple Nicolas Tse and Cecilia Cheung, who recently divorced, were seen together with their elder son Lucas visiting a feng shui master friend.

Nicolas Tse and Cecilia Cheung seen together


Sports Writer Croatia stunned pretournament favorite Germany 2-1 Thursday, taking control of Group B at the European Championship.


India will adopt a low carbon growth path in the 12th five year plan to meet the national target of lowering the emission intensity of its gross domestic product by 20-25 per cent by 2020, the 2011-12 Economic Survey has suggested.

India to adopt low carbon growth path in 12th five-year plan


On his visit down under, he's insured against a crocodile attack.

Obama insured against a crocodile attack


Sandy Everett-Johnson's Seymour High School Marketing/DECA students Skyler Acord, Kyle Haney and Raven Jones competed in the annual DECA regional competition at Walter State in Morristown Feb. 9.

Students compete at regional competition


Ridgeland holds amnesty days to allow residents to pay traffic tickets without past due penalties.


A top surgeon set an unconscious patient on fire during an operation after sparks from his electronic scalpel caused an 'explosion.

Surgeon sets patient on fire during operation after his scalpel causes 'explosion'


Method of meditation discovered and disclosed by Guru Siyag is a spiritual revolution ready to engulf the world, bringing about unparalleled changes and peace in the world by putting an end to the sorrows and miseries of present human life.

Spiritual revolution ready to engulf the world


The Pima County Sheriff's Department says the body of a man has been discovered near the Lukeville border crossing in southern Arizona about 150 miles west of Tucson.

Body discovered near the Lukeville border crossing


Actress Gwyneth Paltrow, who likes growing herbs and vegetables, has a salvia plant in her garden.

Gwyneth Paltrow has a salvia plant in her garden


Emergency physicians should trust their judgment when evaluating patients who report with chest pain symptoms, said a group of researchers led by Abhinav Chandra, MD, at Duke University Medical Center.

Emergency physicians should trust their judgment on chest pain symptoms


A Caldwell boy was injured on ther train tracks on his way to school Friday morning.


Brisbane centre Justin Hodges says it'll definitely be ``game on'' when he clashes with South Sydney rival and friend Greg Inglis in tonight's NRL showdown in Perth.


Beacon Power Corp has filed for bankruptcy on Sunday, a year after the energy storage company received a $43 million loan guarantee from a controversial Department of Energy program, Reuters reports.


The body of a woman was found from a rest house here on Tuesday.


The NFL playoff bracket 2011 gives 12 teams a shot at glory.


WORLD oil prices slipped today as the US dollar found new strength amid market expectations that the Federal Reserve has paused its aggressive interest rate-cutting campaign.


(Updated 11:24 am ET) Jova has weakened into a tropical storm over Mexico, the National Hurricane Center said Wednesday.

Jova weakens to tropical storm over Mexico


Baseball player Derek Jeter and television actress Minka Kelly have split up, reports Just Jared.


Genesis Frontman Phil Collins is NOT Retiring From Music ...


NFL picks week 2 are here, and they include the Jets vs. Among the NFL picks week 2 coverage is Jets vs. Patriots, Giants vs. Colts, and Monday nights Saints vs. 49ers.


An criminal assault charge against an Ottawa cop was withdrawn this week but an internal disciplinary probe continues.


LivingSocial says its website was hacked and that personal data of approximately 50 million customers may have been compromised.


At Monday night's town meeting, Candor commissioners accepted Wayne Holyfield's resignation letter and appoint a new town commissioner.

Monday, Candor commissioners accepted Wayne Holyfield's resignation letter and ...


NEW PLYMOUTH Girls' High School finished third at the New Zealand secondary schools' basketball championships in Palmerston North on Saturday.


By Corey Brock / MLB.com Padres All-Star first baseman Adrian Gonzalez will have surgery on his troublesome right shoulder.

Gonzalez to have surgery on right shoulder


Foxx, who previously starred as the late blind rhythm and blues musician Ray Charles in ``Ray,'' is Nathaniel Ayers from Los Angeles.


A drunken man, who had been out celebrating a friend's wedding, tried to rob a Norfolk petrol station, a court heard yesterday.


A judge has dismissed attempted grand larceny charges against two brothers accused of stealing a winning $5 million scratch-off lottery ticket from a New York man, ruling that the alleged theft was beyond the statute of limitations.

Judge dismisses grand larceny charges against two brothers accused of stealing winning $5 million lottery ticket


DHX Media Ltd., a leading independent international producer, distributor and licensor of mainly children's entertainment content, has assumed all of the international broadcast and licensing rights for its hit pre-school television property Yo Gabba Gabba!.

DHX Media assumes international broadcast and licensing rights for Yo Gabba Gabba!


Prime Minister John Key has ruled out a universal child payment as recommended in a new report on poverty.


A Richmond man has been convicted of first-degree murder in the 2010 slaying of a woman whose body was left on an Interstate 81 exit ramp.


The Ministry of Health will soon supply medical equipment worth $276 million to health facilities throughout the country in addition to emergency ambulances worth $15.8 million.

Ministry of health to supply medical equipment to health facilities


Bruno Mars has decided to release a free stream of his upcoming 'Unorthodox Jukebox' album a week before it hits the retail scene.

Bruno Mars releases free stream of 'Unorthodox Jukebox' album


two teachers, walking together in space, for the first time ever.


The Lions parted ways with fourth year fullback Jerome Felton on Tuesday, a not-entirely-unexpected move given the heavy competition at the RB position and Detroit's little use of a fullback in its offensive scheme.

Lions part ways with fullback Jerome Felton


Prime Minister David Cameron said Thursday that Britain would look to the United States for solutions to gang violence after nights of riots and looting, and promised authorities would get strong powers to stop street mayhem erupting again.


PML-N MNA Khawaja Muhammad Asif has said that the country is facing serious security threats, but rulers are not aware of the situation and looting the national exchequer.

Country facing serious security threats:


Tony Award winning composer Jerry Bock has died of heart failure, aged 81.

Composer Jerry Bock died of heart failure at 81


Imaging provider Ion Geophysical Corp. said Thursday its board appointed Jim Hollis as the company's chief operating officer.


Zurab Noghaideli, former leader of Movement for Fair Georgia, is going to launch a new political party.

Zurab Noghaideli to launch new political party


Democratic gubernatorial nominee Walter Dalton has refused a roughly $1,500 pay increase that the lieutenant governor and other North Carolina Council of State members received in the new budget.

Democratic gubernatorial nominee Walter Dalton has refused a roughly $1,500 pay ...


Petrol price may be cut by as much as Re 1 per litre over the next few days when state-owned oil firms review rates.


``Bein' born is craps,'' dentist and gambler John Henry Holliday observes in ``Doc,'' a first-rate novel from Mary Doria Russell.


John Wiley & Sons, Inc., announced that the Board of Directors at their meeting today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share on its Class A and Class B Common Stock, payable on October 13, 2009 to shareholders of record on October 1, 2009.

Wiley - John Wiley & Sons, Inc., announces quarterly dividend


NADA Director General Mukul Chatterjee said that all the Indian athletes, except for a few who have been based in foreign countries for training, have undergone mandatory dope testing.


Bayou Chene, Saint Mary Parish, LA is now open to all vessel traffic.

Bayou Chene now open to all vessel traffic


Indiana is still plotting how to use Danny Granger when he returns from his knee injury, possibly as soon as Wednesday.

Granger could return as soon as Wednesday


Internet filtering specialist Watchdog International Limited has installed a national Internet filtering system in Mauritius.

Watchdog International installs filtering system


Petroleum company Quicksilver Resources Inc. said Tuesday it plans to offer about $250 million in senior notes.

Quicksilver to offer $250 million in senior notes


Amy Winehouse was released from a London hospital this morning after receiving emergency treatment for a reaction to a ``medication.''

Amy Winehouse released from London hospital


Ecuador has announced it will grant Wikileaks founder Julian Assange political asylum, but the practicalities of getting him to Quito remain in question.


Padraig Harrington has been voted PGA Tour player of the year by his peers, becoming the first European player to win the award since it began in 1990.

Harrington voted PGA Tour player of the year


The winter session of the Assembly began on a stormy note on Friday with the Telangana Rashtra Samiti members staging a prolonged dharna near the Speaker's podium demanding withdrawal of cases booked against students who took part in the agitation for separate State.


Viterra Inc. employees belonging to the Saskatchewan Operations and Maintenance bargaining units of the Grain Services Union voted 87 per cent in favour of the company's offer.


Ontario joined Quebec in banning the sale and cosmetic use of pesticides yesterday, but critics say the move will actually weaken existing anti-pesticide rules across the province.

Ontario joins Quebec in ban on pesticides


Tickles, a royal python snake, was stolen from his home sometime between noon and 2:30 pm Saturday, say city police, a move that has left staff at the facility shocked and saddened.


Alexa Chung has tweeted a picture of herself with One Direction's Harry Styles... but all is not as it seems.

Alexa Chung tweets picture of herself with Harry Styles!


Former NFL and Washington State University quarterback Ryan Leaf has been indicted in Texas on drug and burglary charges.

Former coug Ryan Leaf indicted on drug & burglary charges


Japan and North Korea will hold talks later this month, after a gap of four long years, to discuss repatriation of the remains of around 21,000 Japanese buried there during Tokyo's occupation of the peninsula at the end of World War II.

Japan and North Korea to hold talks later this month


Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad congratulated US president-elect Barack Obama on Thursday in a rare gesture by Tehran since the two countries broke ties 30 years ago.

Iranian president Ahmadinejad congratulates Obama


Toys R Us Inc. said today that it plans to go public again by raising as much as $800 million in an initial public offering, a bid to take advantage of its business turnaround even in a rocky IPO market.


A mother of two died from a severe allergic reaction to medication she had been given by her dentist, an inquest has heard.

Mother of two died from allergic reaction


European stocks slid the most since November after a report said the US building industry started work on fewer homes than projected and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. posted earnings that failed to exceed analystsâ??

European stocks slide the most since November;


President Obama will hold a news conference at 11 am ET, the White House just announced.


Liam Gallagher has dropped a lawsuit against his brother Noel after the guitarist apologised for claiming he once canceled an Oasis gig because of a hangover.

Liam Gallagher drops lawsuit against brother Noel


International judges sentenced former Liberian President Charles Taylor to 50 years in prison Wednesday, saying he was responsible for ``some of the most heinous and brutal crimes recorded in human history'' by arming and supporting Sierra Leone rebels in return for ``blood diamonds.''

Judges sentence former Liberian President Charles Taylor to 50 years


Widespread loss of water pressure has been reported in New Orleans, and the city is advising residents in a large swath of the city boil their water.

Loss of water pressure reported across New Orleans


US STOCKS surged on Thursday on Wells Fargo bank's projection of 'record' first-quarter profit that spurred hopes of recovery in the financial sector, key to pulling the economy out of recession.


An annexation proposal will be referred to voters and a pitch to fund street maintenance with a new utility fee will be continued to Dec. 20, Stayton City Council decided Monday.


A new law pushed through by Syracuse-area state Senator John DeFrancisco prohibits disturbances at military funerals or memorial services.

New law prohibits disturbances at military funerals


Hannaford will donate approximately $250,000 of food to the Vermont Foodbank on Saturday in connection with the opening of the supermarket chain's new 65,000-square-foot store in the Green Mountain Shopping Plaza in Rutland Town.


Singapore's key non-oil exports rose unexpectedly in August on the back of sharp growth in select non-electronic product shipments, notably marine transport and disk media products, while export volumes in other sectors remained weak.


The yield on treasury bills dropped across the board on Monday, with the 91-day bill falling by 32 basis points to an average of 2.174 percent.

Yield on treasury bills drops across the board


HOLLYWOOD STAR GEORGE CLOONEY has put pressure on an Olympic sponsor to speak out over China's foreign policy in Sudan.

GEORGE Clooney puts pressure on Olympic sponsor


Liam Fox has resigned as Defence Secretary over his links with his close friend, lobbyist Adam Werritty.


Food prices at the supermarket remained stable between July and September, according to the Wisconsin Farm Bureau's Marketbasket survey.


Missouri State University-West Plains has received a $4 million estate gift, the largest in the history of the campus.

Missouri State University-West Plains receives $4 million estate gift


German Chancellor Angela Merkel said that ``many countries'' want the euro to rival the US dollar.

Merkel says 'many countries' want euro to rival the dollar


South Korea said on Monday it would display Christmas lights near the tense border with communist North Korea despite Pyongyang's threats to retaliate against what it calls psychological warfare.

S. Korea to display Christmas lights near N. Korea


Beth El at the Beaches Synagogue celebrates its first year anniversary as a Reform congregation with its own version of a ``Margaritaville'' experience.


The Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Friday briefed the Pakistan National Assembly on his talks with US lawmakers on the controversial Kerry-Lugar Bill, asserting that he had made clear that Pakistan ''will not allow America to micromanage'' its affairs.


Harley-Davidson Inc. said Friday it finished its sale of Italian motorcycle maker MV Agusta to Claudio Castiglioni.

Harley-Davidson finishes sale of MV Agusta


A pest control company in California is deliberately targeting cats, both feral and domesticated, in an attempt to improve business.


``The investigation is moving fairly quickly,'' Medvedev said at a meeting with leaders of political parties.


Enablon, the world's leading sustainability software provider, today announced record results for 2011.

Enablon announces record results for 2011


A car valeter has been jailed after swearing at a fish and chip shop manager for not allowing his girlfriend use the toilet.

Car valeter jailed after swearing at fish and chip manager


Former Asian Wall Street Journal editor and an Institute of Southeast Asian Studies writer-in-residence Barry Wain died Tuesday morning at the age of 69.

Former Asian Wall Street Journal editor Barry Wain dies, age 69


PRICE HIKES notwithstanding, Manila remains one of the cheapest cities to live in, according to an economic research group.

Manila one of the cheapest cities to live in


Hurricane Gustav strengthened into a ``dangerous'' category three hurricane on Saturday as it approached the west of Cuba, the US National Hurricane Center in Miami said.

Hurricane Gustav strengthens to 'dangerous' category three


A convicted sex offender who failed to report to his parole officer was found and arrested Wednesday night, officials said.

Sex offender who failed to report is found, arrested


Since before the Civil War, St. Clair has had gravel streets within its city limits!


The rupee on Monday depreciated by 31 paise to 46.59 a dollar in opening trade on expectations of more capital outflows by foreign funds as market may open lower in line with weak Asian markets.

Rupee depreciates 31 paise against dollar


The Bombay Stock Exchange benchmark Sensex gained 610 points in early trade today on emergence of buying by foreign and domestic funds in heavy-weight stocks.

Bse Sensex gains 610 points in early trade


TSA screening procedures could traumatize sexual assault victims, causing them panic, stress, and anxiety, says a national advocacy group.

TSA screening procedures traumatize sexual assault victims, says group


New cars from Toyota are said to provide drivers with more power and better fuel economy.

New cars from Toyota provide 'more power'


Tiger Woods, who limped out of the Players Championship last Thursday after only nine holes, said on Monday he expects to play in next month's US Open and will do all he can to get well in time.


Two local Ohio Highway Patrol troopers were honored last week by the Ohio Insurance Institute for their roles in 2007 stolen vehicle recovery.


As per the analysis by our team, India will consume more fertilizer this drought year, ironically, enough, then it did the last bumper harvest year, apprehensions that the taxpayer here may be subsidising fertiliser use in Nepal and Bangladesh, more than ever before The assessed requirement of major fertilisers for 2009-10 is a total of 520.45 lakh tonnes, of which 254 lakh tonnes were used in Kharif 2009 alone, when over 270 districts in the country were drought struck and cereal production at an all time low.

India will consume more fertilizer this drought year...


AP Sports Writer Spencer Levin took the Phoenix Open lead with a hard-charging approach.


Austar has appointed Sydney ad agency Lavender to its direct marketing account as the regional pay-TV operator looks to boost subscriber numbers following increased competition from free-to-air multichannels.


Flavia Pennetta tells La Gazzetta dello Sport that she will play doubles with Svetlana Kuznetsova next year.

Pennetta to play doubles with Kuznetsova


Apple has posted an iPhone 4S eligibility check for AT&T and Verizon on the Apple Store.

Apple posts iPhone 4S eligibility check for AT&T, Verizon


Nelson Mandela, an architect of South Africa's anti-apartheid movement and the country's first black president, is celebrating his 90th birthday.


An income survey will be conducted in the Coopermill Road area over the next couple of months to determine eligibility for possible block grant assistance of a future sewer project.

Income survey to be conducted in Coopermill area


The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have fired their special teams coach Bob Ligashesky, according to the Tampa Bay Times.

Buccaneers fire special teams coach Bob Ligashesky


The CLIO Awards, one of the world's most recognized international advertising and design competitions honoring creative excellence and innovation in the industry, has announced the complete juries for the Television/Cinema/Digital, Design, and Radio categories.


Tiger Woods said he let his family down with``transgressions'' he regrets``with all of my heart,'' and that he will deal with his personal life behind closed doors.


Recent reports have suggested that the number of low deposit mortgages available on the market has been falling over the past couple of months, with fewer and fewer mortgage requiring a relatively low deposit on offer.

Number of low deposit mortgages keeps falling


A serial rapist who has spent 26 years in prison was in court Monday to appeal his conviction.


Mahindra Satyam has launched an offshore development centre for BASF IT Services at one of its offices in Chennai.

Mahindra Satyam launches offshore development centre in Chennai


A 66-year-old snowshoer who had been missing on Mount Rainier since Saturday was found alive Monday afternoon by a team of three rescuers, a national park spokeswoman said.

Snowshoer missing on Mount Rainier found alive


TOPEKA, Kan. Chief Justice Robert Davis has retired from the Kansas Supreme Court, citing health concerns.

Kan. Supreme court chief justice Davis retires


The Public Health Association says the findings of the Children's Social Health Monitor, released today, shows New Zealand must take more responsibility for its children's wellbeing.

New Zealand must take more responsibility for all its children:


``The Indian market is expected to open gap down following panic selling across US and Asian markets. The Sensex has supports at 16,630 and 16,210 and resistances at 17,080 and 17,230. The Nifty has supports at 4,950 and 4,930 and resistances at 5,100 and 5,140,`` said stock broker ICICI Securities while commenting on the market outlook.

Sensex has supports at 16,630 and 16,210:


Fireworks flew at Monday's monthly county budget meeting.


A 41-year-old man was stabbed during a fight at a Newport nightclub.

Man stabbed during fight at Newport nightclub


US Sen. Dianne Feinstein, outlining her proposal in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, argued a new assault weapon ban is necessary to reduce gun violence.


The SUNY Potsdam women's basketball team will participate in the Women's Basketball Coaches Association Pink Zone cancer fund event this Saturday, Feb. 12, in a 2 pm home game against Oswego.

SUNY Potsdam women's basketball to participate in Pink Zone cancer Fund event Feb. 12


Original rock'n'roll legend Chuck Berry collapsed on stage at the weekend while celebrating the 55th anniversary of his first hit single, Maybelline.


NASA has selected key contributions to a 2022 European Space Agency mission that will study Jupiter and three of its largest moons in unprecedented detail.

NASA selects key contributions to 2022 European Space Agency mission to study Jupiter


India on Wednesday launched its first mission to the moon with a ``perfect'' lift-off of the unmanned Chandrayaan-1 spacecraft, placing the country among a select group of nations that have sent lunar missions.

India launches first mission to the moon


A quarter of employers fail to offer their employees a workplace health scheme with only a minority organising wellbeing programmes, according to a World Cancer Research Fund study.

Quarter of employers failing on workplace health schemes


A motorcyclist admitted to police that he drank before crashing his motorcycle early Saturday morning, according to the Seattle Police Department.

Motorcyclist admits he drank before crashing


President-elect Barack Obama will enter office in January facing an unprecedented budget deficit that will probably top $1 trillion, more than twice the previous record, further limiting his maneuvering room as he tries to boost the beleaguered economy and follow through on hundreds of billions of dollars worth of campaign promises, according to estimates by congressional officials and budget analysts.


Finance Minister Winston Dookeran must ``tread very carefully'' in his allocation and revenue raising measures if he is to present a fiscal package which will minimise the economic hardship which citizens are expected to face.


A Republican senator appears to have called President Obama ``stupid'' over his recent comments on the Supreme Court's heath care case.


A 21-year-old Pasco man pleaded innocent Tuesday to crashing into two cars during what appears to be a road rage incident that started on Highway 395 in Pasco.


RR Donnelley & Sons Company today announced that it has been awarded a multi-year multi-million dollar agreement by Williams-Sonoma, Inc. that renews and significantly expands the companies' relationship.

RR Donnelley awarded multi-year multi-million dollar agreement by Williams-Sonoma, Inc.


A 32-year-old woman has been charged with breaking into vehicles over a span of nearly a year.

Woman charged with breaking into vehicles


Some contract grape growers are holding off signing contracts due to prices they describe as ``pathetic'' being offered by wineries this year.

Contract growers hold off signing contracts


YouTube added a politics channel to its site that will showcase campaign ads, speeches and other relevant political content.


The city of Charleston will be handing out free garbage bags on the city's West Side under Interstate 64 along Pennsylvania Avenue between Lee and Randolph Streets next week.


Impatiens downy mildew was observed in US landscapes late this season, prompting Ball Horticultural Company to provide educational resources and landscape recommendations to landscape contractors, to help slow the spread of this disease in North America.

Impatiens downy mildew observed in US landscapes


A Russian human rights activist who has been a prominent government critic since the communist era was badly beaten in Moscow in an attack some colleagues linked to his work.


Seemingly operating under the strategy that if they acquire enough weak-hitting players they will eventually add up to form a decent baseball player, the Giants reportedly completed a trade for OF Jose Guillen on Friday, as originally reported by ESPN Deportes' Enrique Rojas.

Giants reportedly complete trade for Jose Guillen


An English backpacker has died on a flight from Melbourne to Dubai after Australian immigration officials had ordered him from the country.

English backpacker dies on flight from Melbourne


New Bradford City striker Jake Speight has been jailed for 12 weeks after being found guilty of assault.

Bradford City striker Jake Speight jailed for 12 weeks


The captain of a chemical tanker captured by Somali pirates this week off the Seychelles with 28 North Koreans on board has died of his wounds after being shot, a pirate told AFP Wednesday.

Captain of tanker captured by pirates dies of wounds


Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne's daughter Kelly Osbourne is reportedly dating Gossip Girl heartthrob Chace Crawford.


Miami Valley Hospital South in Dayton, Ohio, US is set to open its new $51 million patient tower.

Miami Valley Hospital South to open new patient tower


A suspect who was in police custody reportedly picked the lock on his handcuffs and escaped a West Side police station Monday afternoon.

Suspect reportedly picks lock, escapes police station


Oil was higher in Asian trade on Wednesday, recovering from overnight losses on concerns over waning US demand, AFP reported.


A United States citizen died after falling form the fourth floor of a condominium in Section 10 Wangsa Maju here yesterday.

American dies after falling from fourth floor of condominium


It was always going to be a busy television night, even before the Golden Globes were unceremoniously given the hook.


SuperSport United will start the defence of their Absa Premiership title without Bongani Khumalo, who left the country on Saturday night for trials with English side Tottenham Hotspur.


``A-320'' airplane belonging to ``Armavia'' company implementing Sochi-Yerevan flight on January 11 at about 1.00 pm, at about 50-70 km-distance from Tbilisi fell into storm zone because of the ``A-380'' airplane flying in parallel with it which was implementing Dubai-New York flight.


London, Dec 1 US embassy cables released by whistleblower website WikiLeaks reveal that teams of US special forces have been secretly working with Pakistan military in the tribal areas, the Guardian said today.

US special forces secretly working with Pakistan military


A small but engaged group attended a municipal campaign training workshop for women over the weekend.

Small group attend municipal campaign training workshop for women


A Longview man convicted six years ago for a drunk driving collision in Angelina County that killed two people and injured another has pleaded guilty to a fifth drunk driving charge.

Man convicted six years ago in Angelina County pleads guilty to fifth drunk driving charge


Total deposits with authorised institutions fell 0.8% in May, with Hong Kong dollar deposits dropping 1.6%, the Monetary Authority says.


Polls are open throughout the region until 8pm as voters decide on commission races, millages and ballot proposals.


Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Nisar Memon said Tuesday that the ``independently conducted'' elections were a great victory for the country, people and democracy.

Independently conducted elections great victory for the country:


Swiss citizens rejected harsher smoking laws which would have almost completely banned lighting up in public, in a referendum held in the country on Sunday, Swiss media group SRG SSR said.


Thai security forces used tear gas and water cannon Friday against anti-government protesters who stormed a television station on the outskirts of Bangkok, an AFP reporter witnessed.

Thai forces use tear gas, water cannon against protesters


PREMIER League Wigan suffered a double knockout blow as League Two Notts County sent them crashing out of the FA Cup.

Wigan suffer knockout blow from Notts County


San Francisco, Aug 14 Google has confirmed that Motorola Mobility, now a wholly-owned subsidiary of the internet search giant, will cut about 4,000 jobs or 20 percent of its workforce.


Bollywood superstar ShahRukh Khan has said that the religion should not be used by the politicians as an agenda to win.

Religion should not be used as an agenda --


Now that the South Carolina state budget is set, some local school districts are working to amend their budgets.


Envestra, Australia's biggest natural gas distributor, will meet with bond investors next week on a non-deal roadshow, it said.


Upon completion of the negotiations, the Kazakh and Chinese leaders signed the Joint Declaration of Kazakhstan and China.

Kazakh, Chinese leaders sign Joint Declaration


H&M, Hennes & Mauritz, the popular international retailer known for offering fashion-forward apparel and quality basics, is opening its first store in the Utah market at Fashion Place mall in Murray at noon on Nov. 11.


Scunthorpe United boss Nigel Adkins praised Swansea City after watching them beat his side 3-0 at the Liberty Stadium this afternoon.

Scunthorpe boss Adkins praises Swansea City


Epson intros mobile photo printer, HP splits laserjet portfolio, and Toshiba unveils entry-level label printer.


She told fans at Australia's Big Day Out festival in Brisbane: ``I want to have a baby.


Charles Dickens` works may have gone a long way in influencing social attitudes towards the physically disabled and the mentally ill in Victorian England, says an expert.

Charles Dickens may have influenced attitude towards disabled


Pablo Picasso painting inspired by his wife has sold for $9.3m at a New York City auction.


Thousands of Los Alamos evacuees are coping with the Las Conchas fire disaster the best way they can.

Los Alamos evacuees coping with Las Conchas fire disaster


When the Cheshire Cat told Alice, ``We're all mad here,'' he could have been expressing how two of California's most prominent officials view voters.


Authorities say a 5-year-old boy has been revived after being pulled unconscious from a Waterloo motel swimming pool.

Boy revived after being pulled from Waterloo pool


United Parcel Service Inc., the world's biggest package-delivery company, said Thursday that it will raise its quarterly dividend to 62 cents from 57 cents.

UPS raises dividend to 62 cents from 57 cents


Liverpool midfielder Yossi Benayoun has returned to full training after being sidelined for a month with a broken rib.

Liverpool's Yossi Benayoun returns to training


Some local baseball moms are making a pitch to 'strike out' brain cancer.

Moms make pitch to 'strike out' brain cancer


Days of Our Lives is bringing back actress Lisa Rinna, who got her start on the daytime soap in the mid-1990s.

'Days of Our Lives' brings back Lisa Rinna


An early morning joyride on the Banjara Hills road proved fatal for two youngsters of a group of seven, who came to the city to attend the marriage of one of their friend.


Two people were taken to hospital after a car accident near Westbury, Wiltshire this morning.

Two people taken to hospital after car accident near Westbury


Liverpool defender Glen Johnson has reignited the Patrice Evra-Luis Suarez race row by accusing Evra of not wanting to shake Suarez's hand.

Glen Johnson accuses Patrice Evra of not wanting to shake Luis Suarez's hand


Ricky Gervais says when he returns as host of the Golden Globes on Jan. 15, he's doing it his way -- again.

Ricky Gervais on hosting the Globes: ``I do it my way''


Poison frontman Bret Michaels is to have heart surgery scheduled for January to repair a hole in his heart.


A dangerous heat wave continues across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky today with an expected high temperature of 96 degrees, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington.


Centro will wind up its direct property fund, after 93 per cent of unitholders redeemed monies.


Guus Hiddink is confident that Jose Bosingwa can effectively shackle Barcelona winger Lionel Messi in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final in the Nou Camp.

Hiddink confident Bosingwa can shackle Messi


In a video posted on the White House website, President Obama wished Muslims around the world ``Ramadan Kareem'' at the start of the Muslim holy month, says the Wall Street Journal.

Obama wishes Muslims a ``Ramadan Kareem''


Tri Counties Bank, a subsidiary of TriCo Bancshares, reportedly has selected ClairMail to power the bank's new mobile banking technology.

Tri Counties Bank select ClairMail to power mobile banking technology


A crash Wednesday, June 30, sent a motorcyclist to a local hospital, according to Middletown police.


Police are searching for a man who attempted to rob a restaurant in the southwest part of the Valley.

Police search for man who attempted to rob restaurant


The Congress on Wednesday criticised MNS Chief Raj Thackeray for demanding 80 per cent of the jobs in private companies be reserved for the Marathi speaking habitants, saying he was following a divisive agenda.

Raj Thackeray following divisive agenda:


Two more victims of a horrific Alberta highway crash that killed seven people were identified Sunday.

More victims of Alberta highway crash identified


Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Monday courted arrest on way to the Parliament from Ramlila Maidan.


Paul Johnson, director of television at MIP organiser Reed Midem, has joined Endemol in the new role of global head of marketing and brand partnerships.


Two homes burned off Pioneer Trail Tuesday night, near Edna and Ralph in South Lake Tahoe.


A second black box has been recovered from the Air New Zealand Airbus A320 which crashed off the coast of France last week.


It's a very tough call to ascertain what the market wants this week.


Nebraska baseball begins today at 3:00 pm CST in San Marcos, Texas, as the Huskers travel to the Texas State tournament to take on the Texas State Bobcats.

Nebraska baseball begins against the Texas State Bobcats!


US General David H. Petraeus, Commander-in-Chief of the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan, visited the 'Ruy González de Clavijo' Spanish base in Qala-i-Naw on Monday, where he praised the work being done by Spanish troops in the province of Badghis.

Spain - General Petraeus praises work of Spanish troops in Badghis province


Idris Elba has declared that he doesn't want to marry again!


Investment firm Remgro said yesterday it would sell its entire stake in packaging manufacturer Nampak, a deal that could be worth about $192-million.


A boy has been airlifted to the hospital after he was hit by a pickup truck in Aldergrove.

Boy airlifted to hospital after being hit by pickup truck


Middle Eastern broadcaster MBC has struck a wide ranging output deal with Hollywood studio Warner Bros that will give it access to new series including Alcatraz and Person of Interest.

MBC strikes output deal with Warner Bros


In another tragic blow to a campus already dealing with two high profile incidents involving the death of students, two more Virgina Tech students killed only adds to the loss.


A communications satellite is seen being launched into space from Cape Canaveral Friday, May 24, 2013.

Communications satellite launched from Cape Canaveral


Barry Bonds' former assistant testified Thursday that she saw Bonds' personal trainer inject him in the stomach, contradicting what the former San Francisco Giants slugger told a grand jury.

Barry Bonds' former assistant testifies she saw his personal trainer inject him in stomach


The eurozone debt crisis weighed on bank lending in the second quarter of the year, the European Central Bank said on Wednesday, although the number of mortgages surged in June.

Eurozone debt crisis weighed on bank lending:


The ``spiritual'' effects of psilocybin from so-called sacred mushrooms last for more than a year and may offer a way to help patients with fatal diseases or addictions, US researchers reported on Tuesday.

``Spiritual'' effects of mushrooms last a year?


Dept. of Health reveals new tools for beach goers to keep tabs on the Rhode Island shore situations.


Kyle Sandilands had denied he is a bully and revealed he sees himself as a victim of bullying in a tell-all-interview with A Current Affair set to air tonight.


Nicolas Cage traveled to Kenya to meet with the imprisoned Somali pirates, reported E!

Nicolas Cage met with imprisoned Somalia pirates


Ryan Jones has been granted a Testimonial Year by the Ospreys, in recognition of his services to rugby.


Half of all Dubai Metro staff positions will be for Emiratis only by 2013, the chief of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority said on Tuesday.

Half of all Dubai metro staff to be Emiratis by 2013


Palm Springs Unified School District officials, who have vowed to avoid teacher layoffs while coping with reduced state funding, will meet with the school board tonight to discuss budget issues.

Palm Springs Unified school district officials to meet with school board tonight


President Obama visits a manufacturing plant in Landover, Md., Friday, touring the facility and making personnel announcements, the White House said.