HostingPanama, a provider of outsourced business web hosting and colocation services, today announced that it has launched Xpass, which it states is a first-of-its-kind solution allowing users to conduct business online, send emails, browse web sites and perform other Internet activities privately, encryptedly and from a Panamanian IP address.


Crude oil carrier 'Mont', which is likely to become the largest ship ever to be scrapped at the Alang Ship-breaking Yard, is yet to get clearance from various state authorities, Gujarat Maritime Board officials said here today.


Star centre Jamie Roberts insists the Wales squad has full confidence in coach Rob Howley -- despite their poor Six Nations start.

Jamie Roberts insists Wales squad has full confidence in coach Rob Howley


- Doughty Hanson has hired JPMorgan Chase & Co. to advise on its options for Spanish bus and coach operator Avanza, a spokesman for the London-based private equity firm told Dow Jones Newswires Thursday.

Doughty Hanson hires JPMorgan to advise on options for Avanza


In her first televised appearance since her life blew up after the Oscars, Sandra Bullock is going to appear on the MTV Movie Awards tonight.

Sandra Bullock to appear on MTV Movie Awards tonight


Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thaugusban, the government manager, Thursday ruled out Cabinet reshuffle this year, saying the government is still enjoying stability.

Suthep rules out Cabinet reshuffle this year


``We definitely were slammed,'' John Morioka, senior vice-president at the mass merchant, said of the company's locations in Guelph, Milton and Fergus, Ont., which opened two weeks ago.


Adam Nigon hit a 3-pointer with seven seconds remaining and Colorado State defeated Appalachian State 82-79 in the Cancun Governor's Cup on Wednesday night.

Colorado State defeats Appalachian State 82-79


Fifteen people were treated, including nine who were taken to the hospital, after a chemical spill near Lewis Avenue and Dawson Road.


A triathlete who risked her life swimming through icy waters for over an hour to save two people with severe hypothermia, has been nominated by the Red Cross for a national first aid award.


In today's Washington Post in an article entitled US commanders in Afghanistan face tougher discipline for battlefield failures we learn that there is a new sheriff in town relative to holding battlefield commanders directly responsible for high death tolls on Afghani battlefields.

US commanders in Afghanistan face tougher discipline for battlefield failures --


Vodafone Qatar has launched prepaid Blackberry on Red services for QAR 49 per month.

Vodafone Qatar launches prepaid BlackBerry service


Former Baltimore Orioles Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. joins The Scott Garceau Show with Jeremy Conn and previews the Orioles for the 2013 season.

Former Baltimore Orioles Cal Ripken Jr. previews the Orioles


Jonas Gustavsson stopped all 24 shots he faced Thursday night for his second career shutout, leading the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets.

Jonas Gustavsson stops 24 shots to lead Maple Leafs to 4-0 win over Jets


The Boston Red Sox have threatened to boycott their trip to Japan unless their coaches and other staff are paid for making the trip.

Red Sox threatening to boycott trip to Japan


South Africa will help rebuild Zimbabwe once a unity government is formed there next month and hopes investors will return quickly, President Kgalema Motlanthe said on Thursday.


At last, the heat is on, with temperatures predicted to soar into the 90s in San Jose for the first time this year.


Former world and Olympic champion Taufik Hidayat advanced to the second round at the badminton world championships with a 21-14, 21-14 win over Christian Boesiger of Switzerland on Tuesday.

Former world and Olympic champion Taufik Hidayat advances at badminton world championships


Robbie Williams has had an 'unexpected bonus' after contracting food poisoning - he has lost weight.


The US economy grew at a slightly faster 2% pace in the July-September quarter as consumers spend more, the Commerce Department reports.

US economy grows at 2% as consumers spend more


A Garland man has been indicted on accusations he hid a camera in a changing room at a Plano Recreation Center.

Garland man indicted for hiding camera in changing room


Authorities say a beachgoer found two World War II mortars on Folly Beach Tuesday afternoon.

Beachgoer finds World War II. mortars on Folly Beach


Air Canada has reported that it will launch non-stop daily flights linking Regina and Ottawa with same plane service to and from Montreal, effective May 17, 2010.

Air Canada to launch daily flights linking Regina, Ottawa and Montreal


``I was happy when I spoke at the school board meeting,'' she said.


Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown plans to announce his choice of a running mate in his bid for the Democratic nomination for governor on Monday.

Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown to announce running mate


Grace Ministries Mission has donated 30 boxes containing 720 gift packs and 40 blankets to mothers at the Levy Mwanawasa hospital maternity wing.


India`s PM Dr. Manmohan Singh said Friday in New Delhi that the global economy is today, going through choppy waters.

Global economy going through choppy waters:


David Beckham, the ex-captain of the England national soccer team, has re-signed to play with the LA Galaxy.


One financial advisor has some tips to help get your contingency fund going.

Tips to help get your contingency fund going


The Miami Marlins acquired longtime White Sox pitcher Mark Buehrle, Wednesday, for a reported 4-year, $58 million deal.

Marlins acquire Buehrle for $58 million:


MAXON motor has launched its maxon academy, a training platform designed to assist teachers and students to learn more about drive technology and motion control.

Maxon motor launches maxon academy training platform


An Oakdale man faces a fifth-degree drug charge for allegedly selling marijuana to a police informant.

Oakdale man charged with selling marijuana


John Daly said Wednesday he has been suspended for six months by the PGA Tour for conduct that brought unwelcome publicity, including a night in a North Carolina jail to sober up.


Hemang Badani scored a patient 88 to help Haryana take a first innings lead over Karnataka and assure themselves of at least three points in their Ranji Trophy Super League Group B match on Friday.

Badani help Haryana take first innings lead against Karnataka


Lions selected Wisconsin OLB DeAndre Levy with the No. 76 overall pick in the NFL Draft.

Lions select DeAndre Levy with No. 76 pick


BIOGEN Idec today announced the appointment of Nancy L. Leaming to its Board of Directors.


Despite loading the bases in the first and eighth innings, Woodmore couldn't bring a run home as they fell 1-0 to Elmwood in the Division III District Championship on Friday night.


A school bus with a student on board was hit by gunfire Tuesday afternoon in Syracuse.


A 15 year old girl was shot in the hip Thursday night in Rock Island.


Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf stepped down as army chief on Wednesday and will be sworn in as a civilian leader for a second five-year term on Thursday.


Telefónica has launched cloud storage services using CTERA's Cloud Storage Enablement Suite.

Telefónica launches cloud storage services using CTERA


Alcohol is more harmful than illegal drugs like heroin and crack cocaine, a new study by British researchers said Monday.

Alcohol more harmful than heroin, crack cocaine: study


Tom Thibodeau discusses how the Bulls came together this season


The Arizona Sundogs, in conjunction with the Central Hockey League and the Corpus Christi IceRays, today announced a date change for an away game in March.

Sundogs announce date change for away game in March


Residents and DYFI cadres of Taramani protested on Monday, condemning the negligence of the civic body which, they said, had resulted in the death of K. Dinesh.


Steve Tilson bemoaned yet another early goal after the 2-1 defeat to Bradford City.


Jamie Squire/GettyThe NFL will open the season with replacement officials, beginning with the Sept. 5 opener, between the Giants and Cowboys.

NFL will open season with replacement officials


Subex on Monday said it has successfully completed the FCCB exchange offer with its bond holders.


KSS Retail, a leading provider of retail price optimization solutions, announced today that Cumberland Farms, the largest convenience store and petroleum marketer in the Northeast, has selected KSS Retail's integrated software solution for price and promotion optimization.

Cumberland Farms convenience stores selects KSS Retail for price optimization


Microsoft Corp. is expected to post sharp gains in fiscal fourth-quarter profit and sales when it reports results after the closing bell Thursday, thanks to improving demand for computers loaded with the company's software.


Seattle's Best Coffee today announced it will expand its franchising program to offer cafe opportunities in the US This strategic decision to build Seattle's Best Coffee through franchising allows its parent, Starbucks Corporation, to utilize a multi-brand strategy that leverages both the Starbucks and Seattle's Best Coffee brands to capture more of the growing specialty coffee segment, ultimately providing options and variety in the marketplace.

Seattle's Best Coffee expands franchising program in US


MENTAL health experts have called on Sunshine Coast political candidates to take a stand against plans to scrap a scheme which provides vital help to thousands of local families.


The euro held steady against the dollar, a day after worries about the European debt crisis drove it to fresh 4-month lows.


Unification Minister Kim Ha-joong arrived in China Sunday for a four-day visit at the invitation of the Chinese Foreign Ministry, a ministry spokesman said.


A motorcyclist has been transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries after a single-vehicle crash at West 5th Street and Stone Church Road Monday morning.


A conference taking place in Galway has heard how 100,000 Irish people are suffering from sleep apnea.

100,000 Irish people suffering from sleep apnea


Johnson County's new assistant county manager began work today at the county administration building in Olathe.

New assistant County manager begins work today


Secret jury notes hidden in the Northern Territory police files have revealed why Lindy Chamberlain was convicted of murdering her baby daughter Azaria 30 years ago.


I wasn't into fitness but heavily into sports, especially cricket and wanted to be a cricketer.


Ex-President Alvaro Uribe asked to be considered as a victim in the FARC investigation against former liberal Senator Piedad Cordoba, Caracol Radio reported Wednesday.

Uribe asks to be considered a victim in FARC investigation against Piedad Cordoba


Russia needs a stable Italy and a stable Europe so that it can build productive cooperation with them.


Almost everyone, with the exception of poor pensioners and single parent families in work, will have less to spend this year, according to calculations by family budget institute Nibud.


On Tuesday WBC world featherweight champion Johnny Gonzalez and his famous trainer Nacho Beristain arrived in Cancun.


Jim Tedisco today officially launched his bid for the 20th Congressional District during a press conference held at his campaign's Clifton Park/Halfmoon headquarters, saying his top priorities will be ``rebuilding the economy, creating more jobs and delivering real tax relief for middle class families and small businesses.

Tedisco launches bid for 20th Congressional District


A 7-Eleven employee is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from the Suffolk store where she worked.


From 19 to 25 July 2010, Finmeccanica will take part in the 47th Farnborough Air Show, which, together with that of Le Bourget, with which it alternates years, is the world's largest showcase for aerospace technology and the defence and security industry, and the event that most represents current trends in the international market.

Finmeccanica to take part at 47th Farnborough Air Show


Swine flu cases are declining, but health officials say the disease's cumulative impact has grown to 57 million US illnesses, 257,000 hospitalizations and 11,690 deaths.


A SYDNEY court is expected to hear allegations that poor road repairs and guttering were to blame for a horror motorcycle crash which left a North Coast man with permanent brain damage.


European stock markets closed narrowly mixed on Wednesday, with some investors preferring to take profits on recent gains as weak US retail sales figures, a key indicator, dented confidence, dealers said.


Tonga destroyed a battered and bruised Scotland in their final Rugby League World Cup match on Saturday.


Mark Neumann, who was defeated in 2010 in the Republican gubernatorial election by Gov. Scott Walker, announced today that he is going to run for the US Senate seat being vacated by retiring Democratic Sen. Herb Kohl, according to various news reports.


Georgia Tech is hosting an international conference on the role logistics plays in health and humanitarian campaigns around the globe.

Georgia Tech to host international conference


Actor-comedian Bill Engvall has been named to host the 2009 CMT Music Awards premiering live from the Sommet Center in Nashville on June 16 at 8 pm ET/PT on CMT and CMT.com.

Comedian Bill Engvall to host the 2009 CMT Music Awards


The South African Weather Services says rainy conditions in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and North West will persist throughout the week.


April is IBS awareness month, and with statistics estimating that 1 in 3 of us will suffer from tummy problems in the UK at some point in our lives, there's no better time to consider holistic treatments like the Lava Shells Tummy Massage.


Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning may share a passionate kiss in their new biopic The Runaways, but Stewart says the fact that Fanning is underage prevented the scene from becoming even racier.

Kristen Stewart on kissing Dakota Fanning:


President Obama and President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo of the Philippines talk to the press after a meeting.

President Obama and President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo talk to the press


SocialVibe, an advertising company which operates online and on mobile, including advertising within Zynga titles, has secured $20 million in funding to expand operations and business reach.


The Timbers Army sings the national anthem in unison before kickoff of the Portland-Philadelphia match.


KISS front man Gene Simmons, 62, married long-time lady love, former Playboy Playmate Shannon Tweed, 54, on Saturday.


The proposed manufacturing policy has been stuck due to inter-ministerial differences, with the opposition coming mainly from the Labour and Environment ministries, Industry Secretary RP Singh has said.

'Manufacturing policy stuck on inter-ministerial differences'


The hectic pace of modern living is changing family life in the UK, according to an expert, who said that people have less time to spend with their loved ones.

Hectic modern living is changing family life


The Sioux City Musketeers unveiled a new logo for the 2010-11 USHL season.


The 22-year Minnesota Senate veteran from Roseville has run for governor twice before.

Roseville dfler john marty may run for governor


Five foreign tourists were killed by unknown armed rebels in Ethiopia's restive Afar region in the country's north, Ethiopian state television reported on Tuesday.

Five tourists killed by armed rebels in Ethiopia: report


Google Inc. will sell its own mobile phone in an effort to protect its online advertising empire as people increasingly surf the Web on handsets instead of computers.


The Indian rupee fell to a record low on Thursday as a global rout of equities washed through India's markets.


Australian Catholic bishops Friday used the Church's holiest week to attack atheism, as they urged the faithful to remember the good work of the religious despite the global child sex abuse scandal.


In affirming-in-part, vacating-in-part and remanding a lower court's ruling, the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit found that a substantial non-infringing use does not preclude a finding of infringement by inducement.

A substantial non-infringing use does not preclude a finding of inducement


The girl whose parents locked her in a closet every day after school will remain in foster care, a visiting judge ruled Thursday in a closed hearing.

Girl locked in closet after school remains in foster care


A woman hit by a car in DC died at the hospital Thursday morning, police said.


Netflix said today that it has replaced Chief Marketing Officer Leslie Kilgore, who has been in the post since 2000.

Netflix replaces Marketing Chief Leslie Kilgore


Manchester City was held to a fifth consecutive draw in the Premier League on Saturday after finishing up 3-3 with Burnley and handing fourth place to Tottenham, which beat Sunderland 2-0.

Man City held to a fifth consecutive draw


The presidential elections seem to have brought two arch rivals in the city a step closer.

Presidential election brings arch rivals a step closer


On the eve of her Senate confirmation hearing, commerce-secretary nominee Penny Pritzker alerted Congress that she mistakenly understated her 2012 income by at least $80 million.

Penny Pritzker understated income by $80 million


Swiss banking giant UBS today appointed of Mr Sergio P Ermotti as group CEO, less than two months after Mr Oswald Gruebel resigned in the wake of an unauthorised trading incident.

UBS appoints Sergio Ermotti as group CEO


Secret Service prostitution scandal widens Prostitution is illegal in Colombia but the country has designated ``tolerance zones.''


Maple Energy plc provide an update on the development of its ethanol project, including securing additional financing to support the Ethanol Project.

Maple Energy provide an update on the development of its ethanol project


Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani met with former teacher 79-year-old Sri Lankan Brother Emmanuel on Saturday after 40 years.

Gilani meets former teacher after 40 years


On Saturday, former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice announced that she endorses fellow Republican Deb Fischer in her race against Democrat Bob Kerrey.


Thousands of people marched in support of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak Wednesday morning, hours after he made a defiant speech promising to serve out the last months of his term and ``die on Egyptian soil.''

Thousands march in support of Mubarak after defiant speech


Evangelist Billy Graham, 94, today hosted North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory in his mountain home.

Evangelist Billy Graham hosts North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory


Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, the Nigerian man who pleaded guilty Wednesday to trying to blow up an international flight for al-Qaeda with a bomb in his underwear said he committed terrorism in retaliation for the killing of Muslims around the world.


For Buffalo Bills fans who can't get enough of Terrell Owens, now they can have him for breakfast.


A German nymphomaniac who was arrested after forcing a man to make love to her eight times has struck again, this time keeping her victim on the go for 36 hours.


Thomson Reuters today launched 7500 new equity sector-level indices covering a broad range of regions and sectors unique to Thomson Reuters.

Thomson Reuters launches 7500 new indices


Danajamin Nasional Bhd, Malaysia's first financial guarantee insurer, aims to issue RM3 billion guarantees this year, says its Chief Executive Officer, Ahmad Zulqarnain Onn.

Danajamin to issue RM3 billion guarantees this year


A federal judge denied bond for former track star Tim Montgomery on federal heroin distribution charges.

Judge denies bond for Tim Montgomery on heroin charges


Konsortium Logistik Bhd expects to remain profitable this year as 60 percent of its business comprises long-term contracts, its executive vice-president Loo Hooi Keat said.

Konsortium Logistik to remain profitable this year


Raymond Davis should be punished in Pakistan for killing two innocent citizens, said Pakistan Muslim League-Q MNA Marvi Memon while addressing a protest rally in front of the Karachi Press Club on Wednesday.

'Davis should be punished for killing two innocent citizens'


A 58-year-old Fort Myers man held a burglary suspect at gunpoint until Lee sheriff's deputies arrived Saturday afternoon.

Fort Myers man holds burglary suspect at gunpoint


The BBC has been fined Pounds 400,000 by media regulator Ofcom for faking winners and misleading audiences in viewer and listener competitions.

BBC fined over fake winners for competitions


Denmark's famed Little Mermaid statue attracted thousands of visitors at the World Expo in Shanghai, China.

Little Mermaid attracts thousands in Shanghai


Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said he believes ``Palestine will one day be liberated,'' saying the Iranian government believes it is the Palestinians' right to establish a state, speaking with university students in New York on Wednesday.

Ahmadinejad: 'Palestine will one day be liberated'


Romanian President Traian Basescu will leave politics if, during the upcoming July 29th referendum, voters will confirm parliament's impeachment.

Romanian President Traian Basescu may leave politics


A $15 million lawsuit claims former Major League Baseball star Roberto Alomar had unprotected sex with a former girlfriend while he had AIDS, the New York Post reported.

Lawsuit claims former MLB star Roberto Alomar had unprotected sex while he had AIDS


Reality television star Jade Goody, who was recently diagnosed with terminal cancer, married Jack Tweed in a lavish ceremony in Essex yesterday.


FORMER Springbok legend Naas Botha believes Ruan Pienaar won't let South Africa down in the goal-kicking department against Wales today .


Essential Energy Services Ltd. announces the 2012 capital spending budget of $60 million comprised of $29 million of newly announced growth capital, $10 million of spending to complete previously announced new equipment fabrication and $21 million of maintenance capital.

Essential Energy Services announces 2012 capital spending budget


Bombing kills 13 in Pakistan refugee camp A car packed with explosives blew up inside a refugee camp yesterday, killing 13 people in an attack that underscored the intensity of the conflict between the government and militants in northwestern Pakistan where refugees are sometimes caught in the middle of the fighting.


The Indian rupee strengthened to its highest level in a week on Tuesday after the central bank cut interest rates as well as banks' cash reserve ratio, with dollar inflows tied to a sizeable share sale also aiding.


By whitening smiles, a local dental clinic has made a major contribution to the city's library.

Dental clinic makes contribution to library


Republican presidential candidate John McCain will meet with the Dalai Lama at a private home in Aspen's West End Friday, according to a McCain aide.


Union Home Minister P Chidambaram today described the two-day Home Secretary-level talks between India and Pakistan as ``a positive development'' and said it is one of the manyvsteps to be taken towards resolution of disputes between the two nations.

Chidambaram describes Home Secretary-level talks as ``positive''


Nomura Securities reiterates a 'Buy' on Fifth Third Bancorp price target raised from $14.50 to $16.50.

Nomura Securities reiterates a 'Buy' on Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB);


John Edwards has asked a judge not to destroy a sex tape he made with his former mistress Rielle Hunter that was slated for destruction under a settlement reached last week, WRAL-TV reported.

John Edwards asks judge not to destroy sex tape


Witnesses say Yemeni security forces and snipers have opened fire on thousands of anti-government protesters marching to the Cabinet building.

Yemeni security forces open fire on protesters


``I always joke around that my dance lesson was in the womb.


The Wild announced its CONDENSED exhibition schedule today.


Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack addressed food and energy prices in a statement Friday.

Secretary addresses food and energy prices


Lee Pace has won the villain role in Marvel Studios' upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy, The Wrap reports.

Lee Pace wins villain role in Guardians of the Galaxy


China has become increasingly reliant on investment spending to deliver GDP growth, which reflects the way in which the exceptionally large credit stimulus was implemented after the Lehman crisis, financial services firm Citi's Emerging Markets Macro and Strategy Outlook has said.

'China reliant on investment spending to deliver GDP growth'


``I'm not here to make friends,'' the phrase beloved by reality-TV stars everywhere, has just made its first official appearance in the Oscar race.


It's official: 2PM will hold their first solo concerts in July and August in Korea!

2PM will hold their first concerts in July and August


So how do you design a room to make a gambler want to come back, especially since they spend so little time there?

So how do you design to make a gambler want to come back?


Long sleeved wedding dresses are coming back to dress your dream!


A jury is retiring to consider its verdicts in the trial of a peer's daughter accused of dangerous driving in Worcestershire by crashing her Land Rover through the gates of a church.

Jury retires to consider verdict in trial of peer's daughter


The US current account deficit rose to $US109 billion in the first quarter, its highest point in more than year.


Tyson arrested, released after airport scuffle London, Nov 12 Retired American boxer Mike Tyson, who was arrested for allegedly punching a photographer at the Los Angeles airport, has now been released.

Mike Tyson arrested for punching photographer


A Quincy teen was saved by his seat belt in a Hingham crash last June.


The US Senate on Tuesday approved a controversial bill to punish China over its currency in an effort to save American jobs, sending it to the House of Representatives where its fate is uncertain.


Crude oil futures on Wednesday hit the lower circuit by losing 4.71 per cent on the MCX on speculative selling by traders, taking cues from weak global markets amid a surge in the dollar value.


Barack Obama introduced Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware as his running mate, hailing him as a ``leader who is ready to step in and be president.''


A group athletic training program that recently began in Baltic will keep several students active through the summer.

Athletic program keeping students active during summer


Black colleges and universities are going green with a little help from the United Negro College Fund.


An honorary consulate of Brazil will open in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Brazil to a number of Central Asian countries Frederico Meyer informed during a meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs Ruslan Kazakbaev, the MFA's press service informs.

Honorary consulate of Brazil to open in the capital of Kyrgyzstan


Man dies after falling from runabout Updated: 16:22, Friday December 28, 2012 A man has died after falling from a runabout off the NSW Central Coast.


But apparently Lauren Conrad is engaged - but is too cool to wear a ring.


On July 1, quota hunt fees at the Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge will increase for the first time since 1997.


In a remarkable breakthrough in research scientists have found that a patient's own stem cells could repair heart attack damage.

Patients own stem cells can repair heart attack damage


Craig Levein has agreed a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Scottish Football Association to become Scotland manager.

Levein agrees to become Scotland manager


Amazon has floated a second cloud over Asia, opening new Amazon Web Services data centers in Tokyo.


Information and Broadcasting Minister Firdous Ashiq Awan has said general elections will be held on time and dreams of those wanted early elections would be shattered.


Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author David Cay Johnston will be joining the team at Reuters next month.

Former nyt staffer David Cay Johnston joins Reuters


There was 'no bigger panicker' than Ganguly, writes Chappell about the elegant left-hander who is till now India's most successful captain.

There was no bigger panicker than Ganguly:


Duke women's basketball team held its annual photo day on Wednesday in Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Women's basketball holds annual photo day


The Rolling Stones might perform live at BRIT Awards 2013, which will be held on February 20, 2013 at London O2 Arena and broadcast live exclusively on ITV1.

The Rolling Stones to perform at BRIT Awards 2013?


LIVERSEDGE need to be more clinical as they seek to close in on the leaders in the Northern Counties East League Premier Division.


Albion have this morning rejected a second offer from Queens Park Rangers for Peter Odemwingie.

Albion reject second offer for Peter Odemwingie


Housebuilder Bellway today said it expects a 20% hike in interim profits as buyer confidence returned to the market following the government spending review.

Bellway expects 20% hike in profits as 'buyer confidence returns'


Britain defended a plan to help its elderly citizens leave Zimbabwe, saying Friday in response to media criticism that it would not be a mass evacuation.The British government announced last month that it would help citizens aged 70 and over resettle in the United Kingdom.

Britain defends help for elderly leaving Zimbabwe


Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa begins an official visit to Cuba Wednesday evening at the invitation of his Cuban counterpart, Raúl Castro.

Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa begins official visit to Cuba


Story highlights Barack Obama introduced Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware on Saturday as a man ``ready to step in and be president,'' and the newly minted running mate quickly turned his campaign debut into a slashing attack on Republicans seeking four more years in the White House.


A policeman was shot dead in Northern Ireland late on Monday, the third killing in as many days, raising fears of a return of sectarian violence in the British province.


AT&T has announced it will offer iPhone 5 beginning Friday, Sept. 21.

AT&T to offer iPhone 5 beginning Sept. 21


In fact, we are seeing Wells Fargo refinance mortgage rates very close to 2011 lows as the 10 year yield drops to a level we have not seen this year.


Girls Aloud star Cheryl Cole, who is down with malaria, is showing no signs of improvement.

Cheryl Cole's showing no sign of improvement


The majority of UK estate agents are optimistic that house prices will be back on the rise a year from now, a new poll has shown.


National Security Minister, the Hon. Tommy Turnquest said Saturday that the Royal Bahamas Defence Force is well underway to decentralising its operation.

Royal Bahamas Defence Force decentralising its operation


An Altoona man was arrested Tuesday on a charge of vehicular homicide after a fatal hit-and-run accident early Saturday.


WASHINGTON ' Congress passed a stopgap three-month bill Thursday to keep federal highway and transit aid flowing and avoid a widespread shutdown of construction projects.

Congress passes bill to keep highway aid flowing


The Bishop of Masindi Kitara Diocese has won the archbishop race beating three other bishops to the highest office in the Church of Uganda Province.

Bishop stanley Ntagali wins Archbishop race


The Saskatoon public school board will vote Tuesday tonight on a budget cut forced by the Ministry of Education.

Saskatoon public school board to vote on budget


``I have been most impressed by Nico,'' Schumacher, 39, is quoted as saying by the Swiss newspaper Blick after testing for Ferrari at the Spanish circuit.

'I have been most impressed by Nico rosberg'


Former US Permanent Representative to the United Nations, John Bolton has officially endorsed Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, according to a source within the Romney campaign.

Former United Nations ambassador John Bolton endorses Mitt Romney


Kyle Busch won under a yellow flag in a wild finish Saturday, taking the Nationwide race at Talladega Superspeedway when a crash sent Mike Wallace's car flipping upside down.


A Silver Spring man was fatally shot yesterday night at a Langley Park apartment building, and police say they believe the slaying stemmed from a ``personal dispute.''

Man fatally shot in Langley Park apartment building


Playback singer and classical vocalist KJ Yesudas will receive the Harivarasanam award from the Travancore Devaswom Board, an organization which manages temples in South Kerala, here Jan. 16.


Because of today's inclement weather, three of tonight's District 11 basketball games have postponed until Thursday night.

Three District 11 basketball games postponed


Dermot O'Leary has revealed that he has been kicked off Facebook because he was thought to be an imposter.


The UBP's Kim Swan has confirmed he will stand for re-election in Constituency #2 St. George's West in the next general election.


Homebase is today launching a multimillion pound campaign with Leo Burnett, creating a house made entirely from huge 20foot shipping containers.

Homebase launches multimillion pound campaign with Leo Burnett


A 40-year-old man was hospitalized after falling from a tree Friday night and suffering multiple bone fractures, Chief Deputy Jeff Cappa of the Wayne County Sheriff's Department said.


The California State Board of Equalization passed a new gas tax with a 3-2 vote Thursday that raises the excise tax on gasoline another 3.5 cents effective Jul. 1.

California state Board of Equalization passes new gas tax, 3-2 vote


A French anti-racism group has threatened to sue Apple over an iPhone application called 'A Jew or Not a Jew?' that allows users to consult a database of celebrities and public figures to determine whether they are Jewish or not.

Anti-racism group threatens to sue Apple


A Pottstown man was arraigned on felony drug charges Friday morning after he and another individual allegedly conspired to retrieve drugs from their towed vehicle last month.

Pottstown man arraigned on felony drug charges


THE BBC could cut back on its overnight programming in a bid to save money.


Acer is recalling about 22,000 Aspire series notebook computers.


Anti-riot policemen march outside a supermarket in San Fernando, on the outskirts of Buenos Aires December 21, 2012.


The family of murdered Border Patrol agent Brian Terry is speaking out after watching Tuesday's congressional hearing on the Fast and Furious gun walking program.

Family of murdered Border Patrol agent speaks out


A new poll released by the Michigan Department of Community Health reports that most Michigan businesses are complying with the new state-wide smoking ban.

New poll reports most Michigan businesses complying with smoking ban


Eva Longoria has spent the weekend with Eduardo Cruz on board a yacht in Miami, Florida.

Eva Longoria spends the weekend with Eduardo Cruz


1 hr 29 mins agoWASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama said on Monday he was suspending trade benefits for Argentina because of the South American country's failure to pay more than $300 million in compensation awards in two disputes involving American investors.

Obama says to suspend trade benefits for Argentina


First Great Western or, as it is known by its commuters, Worst Late Western, is ``not authorised to give out information'' according to an Email response we recently received from their 'Customer Services' Department.

Fgw: ``we are not authorised to give out information.''


Tom Daschle has withdrawn his nomination to be secretary of Health and Human Services.


Enchong Dee at the DOH office in Manila on Aug. 16 to donate blood;


On Sept. 24 The Killers performed their song ``Miss Atomic Bomb'' on the ABC program, ``Jimmy Kimmel Live''.

The Killers perform 'Miss Atomic Bomb' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'


Millions of dollars in state tax credits are helping two Dow Chemical ventures grow bigger, faster.

State tax credits helping two Dow Chemical ventures


STILLWATER, Okla. -Police say star Oklahoma State wide receiver Justin Blackmon was arrested early Tuesday on a DUI complaint.

Okla. st wr Blackmon arrested on DUI complaint


Dover, Delaware - Delaware election officials are reporting a better turnout than in some previous off-year primaries.


Dozens of people gathered on Parliament Hill to remember missing and murdered Aboriginal women, Tuesday, October 3, 2011.

Dozens gather on Parliament Hill to remember Aboriginal women


Sydney India batsman Rohit Sharma says he is mentally prepared to make his Test debut against Australia here should he be picked to replace an out-of-form Virat Kohli in the second match of the series, starting on Tuesday.


Cypress Moon Studios announced Monday that True Blood's Lindsay Pulsipher will replace Hilary Duff in ``The Story of Bonnie and Clyde.''

Lindsay Pulsipher to replace Hilary Duff in ``The Story of Bonnie and Clyde.''


Brazil registered a trade surplus last year of $24.62 billion, the smallest since 2002's positive balance of $13.09 billion, authorities said.

Brazil registers trade surplus of $24.62 billion


A Chinese envoy visiting Damascus is calling on all sides in Syria to stop the violence and says he is hopeful that the authorities will restore stability soon.

Chinese envoy calls on all sides in Syria to stop violence


Japan's Hitachi Ltd said on Friday it would cease production of chips used in information and telecoms hardware at the end of March 2014.

Hitachi to cease production of chips by 2014


A Detroit-area adult day care center owner pleaded guilty today for her role in a $10 million psychotherapy fraud scheme, announced the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services and the FBI.

Adult day care center owner pleads guilty to $10 million psychotherapy Fraud scheme


Police here have no suspects in an alleged rape of a University of Idaho fraternity member by another fraternity member, but pending results of a rape examination could change that.

No suspects in alleged rape of fraternity member


The Massillon Museum will open early on Sunday to allow museum professionals from across the state to visit prior to the start of the annual Ohio Museums Association conference, which will be held at Walsh University later in the day.

Massillon Museum to open early on Sunday


A 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck Elazig province in eastern Turkey on Thursday and was felt in the neighbouring province of Diyarbakir.


Republican US Senate candidate Carly Fiorina on Saturday asked California voters to retire Sen. Barbara Boxer after nearly three decades in Washington, DC, saying it's time to end a political career she described as partisan and extreme.

Fiorina asks California voters to retire Boxer


Fabio Capello will hand England debuts to controversial Newcastle striker Andy Carroll and Sunderland midfielder Jordan Henderson in Wednesday's friendly against France, but he will be without Arsenal youngster Jack Wilshere at Wembley.


Australian Food and Grocery Council CEO, Kate Carnell, says a new report on obesity serves as a timely reminder to Australians to be more aware of what they eat.


New York Yankees pitcher LaTroy Hawkins was suspended for three games and fined US$2,000 Thursday by Major League Baseball, which said he intentionally threw at Baltimore's Luke Scott.

New York Yankees pitcher LaTroy Hawkins suspended three games


Mutual trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Belarus made up $79m in the first six months of this year.

Mutual trade turnover between Azerbaijan, Belarus made up $79m


After months of violence that left more than 5,000 people dead, Syrians vote on a referendum on democracy.


Missouri has the top three state parks in the Midwest.


Supermarket chain Morrisons sparked a fuel price war tonight by slashing 3p a litre off its petrol and diesel prices.

Morrisons sparks price war by slashing 3p a litre off petrol and diesel


AB Volvo is one of five partners behind a new centre for research into traffic safety in China that was inaugurated today, December 18, in Beijing.

AB Volvo partners centre for research into traffic safety in China


Youtube amiture porn, this husband explaining ugly course claims to be a skin of major of what confesses under the veil of human sciences.


Venezuelan authorities have arrested a US filmmaker and accused him of fomenting violence on behalf of the US government.

Venezuela arrests US filmmaker accused of fomenting violence


Two Pottstown men who are registered sex offenders face charges they allegedly sold marijuana out of their West High Street apartment.

Pottstown registered sex offenders face charges for allegedly selling marijuana


Product placements in movies and TV shows are becoming so commonplace that my kids now cynically take note of them whenever they appear.


Shortly after Real Networks' COO John Giamatteo's exit, Rob Glaser, the CEO and founder of Real Networks, has stepped down from his position.

Real Networks' CEO Rob Glaser steps down


Allstate Corp., trying to appeal more to cost-conscious consumers as the recession rages, is cutting rates in Illinois for customers that the insurer has identified as most likely to shop around for car insurance.

Allstate cutting rates for some customers


St Kilda Football Club key defender Zac Dawson has had his driver's license suspended by a Melbourne Magistrate after being caught by Police and found to be driving with an already suspended licence.


Ryanair, Europe's largest discount airline, raised its profit forecast for this year as the falling price of oil helps reduce spending.

Ryanair raises profits forecast for year


The Bucks led the Golden State Warriors at halftime, 43-30, Saturday night at the Bradley Center.


Kashima Antlers have remained on top of the J-League table by defeating Kashiwa Reysol 2-1 on Saturday.

Kashima Antlers remain on top of J-League table


FUFA has set aside sh100m for five regional offices, federation president Lawrence Mulindwa announced yesterday.


Dubai Al Kabeer Group, a major local producer of frozen foods, is planning to open a 50 million riyal plant in Saudi Arabia to capitalise on the country's hospitality surge, a senior company official told Gulf News.

Al Kabeer to open 50 million riyal plant in Saudi Arabia


Dundee United players have returned to training following the death of chairman Eddie Thompson, manager Craig Levein has confirmed.Saturday's Scottish Premier League game against Rangers was postponed after the Tannadice chief lost his long battle with cancer on Wednesday.


UK cellphone network provider O2 has accidentally leaked its customers' phone numbers across the Internet over the past two weeks, the company said in a blog post Wednesday.

O2 accidentally leaks customers' phone numbers


A 22-year-old woman died from an apparent ecstasy overdose at a Vancouver house party early Sunday morning.

Woman dies from ecstasy overdose at Vancouver party


Tens of thousands of demonstrators have rallied across the United States in a mass call for citizenship for millions of undocumented immigrants.

Thousands of demonstrators rally for citizenship for undocumented immigrants


The push by the Australian Council of Social Service comes as The Australian can reveal the government is modelling the cost of greatly expanding the wage subsidy scheme - currently suspended until July - in the May budget.

The government is modelling the cost of greatly expanding the wage subsidy scheme


ASIAN markets have closed mixed in tentative trade ahead of a meeting of the European Central Bank.


Dutch bank and insurance group SNS Reaal is considering selling its pension operation Zwitserleven and its insurance unit Reaal, and has asked Goldman Sachs to study such scenarios, a Dutch paper reported on Friday.

SNS Reaal considers selling operations-report


``General Electric '' plans to further increase its share in the locomotive factory in Astana,'' President of ``NC ''Kazakhstan Temir Zholy '' JSC Askar Mamin said at the meeting of Prime Minister Karim Massimov with members of the Union of Engineering Workers of Kazakhstan.

Ge plans to further increase its share in locomotive factory in Astana


Fibre optic broadband provider Virgin Media has revealed it has ``big ambitions'' for its business service.

Virgin Media has 'big ambitions' for Business service


A recent report is finding that ``many'' small business owners are headed back to school to learn both the basics and new skills that can improve their businesses, according to the Associated Press.

Some small business owners headed back to school


Lufthansa has cancelled all flights worldwide until 10pm tonight because of the volcanic ash cloud.


Dallas Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant intends to play on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Dez Bryant intends to play against Steelers


Things are picking up for actress Megan Fox, who stars in the movie Jonah Hex' and just got engaged to her on again, off again boyfriend Brian Austin Green.


Play Video Play Video The Swiss central bank returned to a profit in 2011 and said it will distribute money to regions, quelling criticism sparked by the previous year's record loss.

Switzerland's central Bank Returns to profit


A former Columbiana teacher pleaded guilty to sexual battery Friday, admitting he had sex with a female student last year.

Former teacher pleads guilty to sexual battery


About five protesters gathered at the Avalong barn demolition site in Springettsbury Township this morning as crews continued to tear down the former Pfaltzgraff retail outlet.

Protesters gather at Avalong barn demolition site


Buffalo Police are investigating a double shooting on the City's east side.


Pop star Britney Spears is reportedly selling her Beverly Hills home at a $3.7 million loss.

Britney Spears selling home at 3.7 million loss


A House panel is delaying a vote on a bill that would require Arkansas voters to show photo identification at the polls before they could cast a ballot.

Arkansas House panel delays vote on bill requiring voters to show photo identification


President George W. Bush on Wednesday urged Congress to end a ban on offshore oil drilling, seeking to address rising consumer angst over record-high gasoline prices with a plan sure to anger environmentalists.

Bush urges Congress to end ban on offshore oil drilling


Palin has the potential to be an American Margaret Thatcher.


A Taiwanese cultural festival featuring ``crossover'' multi-faceted arts, music and culture will be held in the Canadian cities of Vancouver and Toronto from the end of next month through the beginning of September.


Lauryn Hill wrote a letter to her Atlanta fans to apologize for arriving late to a show back in January.

Lauryn Hill writes letter to Atlanta fans


The Securities and Exchange Commission says it is immediately opening a probe aimed at preventing the spread of false information used to manipulate securities prices.

SEC opens probe to prevent spread of false information


In a post on Twitter.com, he writes, ``So apparently I've fractured my pelvis. One of the pitfalls of being a basketball weekend warrior. And guess what I can do about it? ``It's not that bad, I can still walk and even run but sitting and getting up is excruciating.''


Women across the world are using social networking sites to collaborate and build their businesses.

Women use social networking to collaborate in business


10:29 GMT, May 12, 2009 SIRIO PANEL, controlled by SELEX Communications, a Finmeccanica Company, has signed a contract with ATR to develop and supply the ``Cockpit Integrated LED Lighting System'' to equip the new ATR 42-600 e ATR 72-600 series.

SIRIO PANEL signs a contract with ATR for...


Paraguayan attacker Derlis Florentin has died at the age of 26 in a car accident in Paraguay early on Sunday morning.

Paraguayan attacker Derlis Florentin dies in car accident


THE dollar closed almost one US cent weaker, after lower than expected inflation data convinced investors an August rate rise in unlikely.


Fairytale meets modern day is this fantasy world of fun.


Fifa is extending research into cardiac arrest cases involving footballers to learn about the condition which caused Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba to collapse during a match.

Fifa extends research into cardiac arrest


Idea, Bharti, Hindustan Lever, the defensive trade is now coming off and basically Idea seems to have broken down below levels of 85 and chances are we could go as low as 70, Bharti could go down as much as 340-345.

Bharti could go down as much as 340-345:


US Attorney Jim Letten is recovering from heart surgery that his New Orleans office says was a ''complete success.


Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong could be in rehab through the new year, his producer and label boss Rob Cavallo told Rolling Stone.

Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong may be in rehab through the new year


After undergoing what his doctors described as a successful brain surgery, a family spokesperson said Senator Edward Kennedy told his wife, ``I feel like a million bucks.''

Ted Kennedy: 'I feel like a million bucks'


Celebrity business mogul Donald Trump is reacting to the death of former ``Tonight Show'' sidekick Ed McMahon.

Donald Trump reacts to the death of Ed McMahon


The Ohio EPA is calling for new monitoring of liquids in landfills that specialize in construction and demolition debris.

EPA calls for new monitoring of liquid in landfills


Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin said on Wednesday she will not run for president, leaving little doubt that the eventual Republican nominee will come from the current field of contenders.

Palin says she will not run for president


Fort Bliss shooting 2010 update: the death toll from yesterday's shooting at the Fort Bliss military base in Texas has increased as one person has died as a result of their gunshot wounds.

Fort Bliss shooting 2010 update death toll increases


Fashion and accessories retailer Belstaff has signed up at Redevco's Princes Square in Glasgow, for its first store in Scotland.


A Ukrainian worker set himself and his boss on fire to protest against unpaid wages.

Worker sets himself and boss on fire over unpaid wages


Television networks including Walt Disney Co. 's ABC and Comcast Corp. 's NBC asked an appeals court to shut down Aereo Inc., the online TV service backed by Barry Diller, claiming it violates their copyrights.

Networks ask appeals court to shut down Aereo TV service


Bulgaria and Romania, which are ' fresh example' for crossing from so called 'black' to 'white' Schengen list will help Serbia with their experience to cross the Schengen wall itself.

Bulgaria helps Serbia in crossing the 'Schengen' wall


Beijing, Aug 2 A top Chinese badminton star quit the sport today as an Olympic match-throwing scandal met with dismay and criticism in China, Indonesia and South Korea, from where eight players were disqualified.


Peet's Coffee & Tea, a 42-year-old coffee retailer with Berkeley roots, opens its first store Monday in Monterey.


Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom, out since Jan. 3 with a concussion, returned home to Sweden last week and will remain there until March 11, according to the team.


The intersection of Broyles Road and Wolsey Farm Road will be closed to traffic in all directions from 8 am to 5 pm today so that paving work can be done.


So for today's video, I have posted one of my favorites from the past, on understanding how crosses are calculated.


VLCC today launched a month-long anti-obesity drive on the occasion of World Obesity Day.


A man with a noose around his neck threatened to jump off an office block this morning.

Man threatened to jump from office block


Angolan Government will build over 2,000 houses for youths, in an attempt to meet needs.

Government to build 2,000 houses for youths


Nancy has been hospitalized following a fall is in her home in Bel-Air, the former first lady's spokeswoman said Sunday.


Acorn Productions, a company dedicated to nurturing and developing the next generation of performing artists and audiences, announces plans for April events designed to introduce new voices into the Greater Portland theater community.

Acorn Productions announces plans for April events


A police chase ended with the suspect crashing his carOfficers say they were trying to pull over a car in southwest Houston for running a stop sign, but the driver took off.


Vice Chairman of Goldman Sachs Group Inc. The Michael S. Sherwood sells 25,000 shares of GS on 11/18/2009 at an average price of $176.38 a share.

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. the (GS) vice Chairman Michael S. Sherwood sells 25,000 shares


Morris Communications, a privately held leading media company with headquarters in Augusta, Georgia announced a joint venture with NIIT Technologies, a leading Information Technology solutions Company.

Morris Communications announces joint venture with NIIT Technologies


The country's onion export has come to a virtual halt during the last one-and-a-half month owing to the devastation of large quantities of the commodity's crops in Sindh and Balochistan during the current monsoon spell of heavy and widespread rains.

Country's onion export comes to a virtual halt


On Friday 27 February 2009, the Rocky Mountain News published their last edition.

Rocky Mountain News publishes last edition


How To Live 24 Hours A Day is A Must Read book for managers, businessmen and others who value time as one of the most important commodities today.


Major energy supplier Scottish and Southern has announced price cuts on both gas and electricity which will come into effect from March 30th.


A 57-year-old woman is to appear in court in Dublin tomorrow charged in connection with the violent death of a man in Dublin 25 years ago.

Woman to appear in court in connection with death of man 25 years ago


TURKISH troops pressed a major ground offensive against Kurdish rebels in neighbouring Iraq for a third day Saturday as Ankara said dozens of rebels and at least five soldiers had been killed.


Will Arnett stopped by Conan last night and let slip that Conan O'Brien and Andy Richter have joined the Arrested Development reboot.

Conan O'Brien, Andy Richter join 'Arrested Development' reboot


Former Indonesian president Suharto, a Cold War ally of the United States whose brutal military regime killed hundreds of thousands of left-wing political opponents, died Sunday.


Elster , electricity, gas and water measurement and control provider, revealed that Silicon Valley Power, the City of Santa Clara's municipal electric utility, selected Elster's EnergyAxis smart grid solution for deployment across its service area.

Silicon Valley Power selects Elster's EnergyAxis smart grid solution


After 16 years and 178 caps, Douglas Lockhart has decided to retire from international cricket.

Douglas Lockhart retires from international cricket


Police have made two further arrests in their investigation of alleged corruption in English football.


The Labor Department releases its jobs report for March today, and many economists believe figures will show that 210,000 jobs were added to the economy last month.


Four minor marriages were stopped by taluk officials of Dharmpuri and Pennagram, on Monday night.


A Buckingham man arrested last year for attacking a woman and gnawing her head in Hawley pleaded guilty Thursday in Wayne County Court.

Buckingham man who gnawed woman's head pleads guilty


Wild bird care and gardening products supplier Gardman has carried out packaging research to help demystify the wild bird care category for consumers.


05/22/2011 A Marine Corps ``floating warehouse'' making a stop in the Arabian Gulf to showcase the capabilities of the Marine Corps Maritime Prepositioning Force.


US Sen. Amy Klobuchar announced on Tuesday, Jan. 27 that key investments in high speed internet that she pushed for were included by the Senate Appropriations Committee in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Klobuchar announces investments in high speed Internet


The 664 building permits issued through the month of May are down 9 percent compared to last year, but the value of the projects is 24 percent higher than last year.


The New York Racing Association has hired Sue Stover, the former chief financial officer for Rosa Mexicana Restaurants, as its chief financial officer, the association announced on Friday.

New York Racing association hires chief financial officer


May 28, 2010 Cnooc, China's largest offshore oil driller, will expand its refining capacity 51.50 million metric tons by 2015 to meet China's soaring fuel demand.


Catholics cannot confess via iPhone and technology is not a substitute for being present when admitting sins to a priest, a Vatican spokesman said.


In 1990 EEANN --pioneers of the concept of bespoke tailoring to produce hand sewn suits was established in Sri Lanka by two brothers William and Vincent Mei from Singapore is celebrating their 20th anniversary.


The CHP will be out in force this holiday weekend looking for drunken drivers and speeders.

CHP to be out in force for holiday weekend


The first Budget to be unveiled by the new UPA government on July 6 will be ``popular'', Planning Commission Deputy Chairman Montek Singh Alhuwalia said.


Verizon Wireless declared recently it spent $302 million in 2011 to improve its network in Ohio, which comprises the growth of 4G LTE to 45 cities and towns all over the state.

Verizon Wireless spends $302 million in Ohio --


Yellowstone National Park in the US saw record visitor numbers in September, it has been revealed.


TAYLOR Swift fears she will have ``a heart attack'' when she makes her presenting debut.


Oil giant Chevron Corp. agreed to sell 165 gas stations and other assets in East Africa.

Chevron to sell 165 gas stations in East Africa


Several thousand Tea Party demonstrators gathered in a tax day protest on the Washington Monument grounds Thursday evening, voicing their opposition to big government, taxes, and the health care plan passed by congress earlier this year.

Tea Party demonstrators gather at Washington Monument


A Wellington coroner has criticised a doctor for an ``unacceptable delay'' in providing the medical history of a man who died from heart disease associated with heavy drinking.

Coroner criticises doctor for unacceptable delay


AKRON, Ohio - An Ohio man has been indicted in the deaths of his mother and brother, whose bodies were found buried behind their burned-out home in an upscale Akron suburb.

Ohio man indicted in deaths of mother and brother


/ Sam Greenwood, Getty Images by Mike Garafolo, USA TODAY Sports by Mike Garafolo, USA TODAY Sports In an attempt to find veteran competition for Mark Sanchez, the New York Jets worked out former Jacksonville Jaguars and Miami Dolphins quarterback David Garrard on Thursday, according to a person informed of the visit.

Jets work out free-agent quarterback David Garrard


A West Lake Hills police officer was arrested Thursday, accused of soliciting a minor online.


Austin Rivers, the No. 1-rated basketball player in the class of 2011, has committed to Duke over Kansas and North Carolina, ESPN reported Thursday.


US stocks headed for a higher open today after the previous session's massive rout, but safe assets such as gold and Treasury bills still saw heavy demand as investors braced for more instability in the financial system.


WASHINGTON -Ousted Agriculture Department employee Shirley Sherrod is publicly making amends with the NAACP after the group's president condemned her for misconstrued comments she made about race.


Two South Florida pain doctors surrendered their medical licenses as of Friday after investigators brought charges that they had prescribed excessive amounts of narcotic pills at pain clinics.

Two pain doctors surrender medical licenses


Slash has filed for divorce from his wife of nearly nine years, according to TMZ.


Hancock County has filed a formal complaint with the Public Service Commission of West Virginia against Brooke County over disputed 911 fees.

Hancock County files complaint vs. Brooke County


I WAS ready to burn my Bodyguard DVD last week when Whitney Houston cancelled her opening UK tour date.


Former 400-meter world champion Antonio Pettigrew was found dead Tuesday, the university where he worked as a coach said.

Former 400-meter world champion Antonio Pettigrew found dead


Nuernberg midfielder Mehmet Ekici, on loan from Bayern Munich, has revealed in an interview with Abendzeitung that his free-kick skills are down to learning from Bayern legend Mehmet Scholl, his boyhood idol.

Mehmet Scholl was my hero - german starlet Mehmet Ekici


Apple has published its first ``apology'' to Samsung in a UK Newspaper after a UK Court of Appeals ordered the tech giant to issue several statements.

Apple publishes 'apology' to Samsung in UK Newspaper


Underwater snag apparently caused boat to capsize Investigators believe an underwater snag caused a commercial fishing boat to capsize and sink in the Delaware Bay off southern New Jersey this week.


Banco Comercial Portugues said it is to sell its Greek banking unit due to aggressive competition and declining profit margins in that country.


Former Orioles Boog Powell joined the Scott Garceau Show and talks about the legacy of Earl Weaver.

Former oriole Boog Powell talks Earl Weaver


Police say officers had no choice but to shoot at the scene of an attempted armed robbery at a hotel in Sydney's southwest.


Amid much excitement, Lollapalooza announced its 2013 line up for Chile on midnight Sunday night.

Lollapalooza Chile announces 2013 line up


African leaders on Wednesday urged a political solution to the long-running Libyan conflict as they opened talks in the Ethiopian capital over the troubled north African state.

African leaders urge political solution for Libya


Luke Varney will stay with Blackpool until the end of the season and still wishes to sign a permanent contract at Bloomfield Road.

Varney staying with Blackpool until end of the season


Suncorp has doubled its RMBS issue to $1bn as growing demand from investors pushed down the cost to the seller to the least this year.


Dr Dre is to produce a new horror film called Thaw through his Crucial Films company.


Bryan Adams will ``definitely'' come back to Delhi, according to Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty whose wife supports NGO Save the Children for which funds are being raised with the singer's concerts in India.


Prince William has finally proposed to his longtime girlfriend Kate Middleton.

Prince William finally proposes to Kate Middleton!


Nestlé USA is voluntarily recalling two production codes of Nestlé Nesquik Strawberry Powder 21.8 ounce that may contain small fragments of aluminum.

Nestlé USA voluntarily recalls two production codes


China is the largest energy consumer in the world, and it has been reported the electricity consumption in the country will be growing by 12% this year.

China's electricity consumption will be growing by 12% this year


Ahmedabad, October 26 Thanks to the rationalisation of duty structure and government policies over the last four years, the textile industry has again turned into a sunrise industry from a sunset industry, said Union Textile Minister Shankersinh Vaghela here on Sunday.

Textile industry has turned into a sunrise industry, says Vaghela


Jones Lang LaSalle announced the launch of their Property Management service line across the CEE region with appointment of Roman Skowroñski and Virginie de Baere as new leads for Property Management in CEE, and Judit Rohonyi as Head of Property Management in Hungary.

Jones Lang LaSalle launches Property Management service in the CEE region


Indian fertiliser companies have said they will absorb the rising input costs of the crop nutrients despite rise in expenditure due to costly imports on account of the rupee weakening against US Dollar.

Indian fertiliser companies will absorb rising input costs


The unidentified newborn found dead in the Mississippi River last fall will be buried next month in Winona.

Newborn found dead in Mississippi River to be buried in Winona


Kevin Pietersen will leave county side Hampshire at the end of the season, the England batsman announced on Thursday.


A Louisiana baby sitter is charged with second-degree murder after prosecutors say she put a baby into a spinning clothes dryer for disturbing her television watching.

Sitter charged with murder after putting baby in dryer


Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez admitted Thursday to having had a cancerous tumor removed, ending weeks of speculation over his condition and unprecedented absence from public life.

Chavez admits having cancerous tumor removed


President Mary McAleese will travel to Norway next week for a three-day state visit.

McAleese to travel to Norway on state visit


Shanghai-listed railway equipment manufacturer CSR Corp. Ltd. won bids for contracts in Pakistan and Turkmenistan on February 4.

CSR Corp. wins contracts with Pakistan, Turkmenistan


Though there were lakhs out on the Esplanade on Tuesday, hundreds of Trinamool supporters stayed put in buses on the streets surrounding the rally venue due to a combination of inclement weather, chaotic crowds and traffic mismanagement.

Hundreds of supporters stay put in buses


A man who says he was part of a gang of bank robbers terrorizing Central New Jersey pleaded guilty this afternoon to two heists, including one on Route 22 in Hunterdon County in which an FBI agent died amid friendly fire.


Religare Enterprises has reorganised its board of directors keeping in mind the organisation's global plans and ambitions in the field of asset management and investment banking.

Religare reorganises board of directors;


A fugitive who has been giving police the run-around near Christchurch picked up hitchhikers as he fled inland in a stolen car today, police said.

Fugitive picks up hitchhikers in stolen car


Buford Middle School students set out Monday to quiz people about the Constitution, and ended up sharing what they've learned in class with the community.

Buford Middle School students quiz people on Constitution


The London Borough of Southwark has published an area action plan for the comprehensive regeneration of the Aylesbury Estate.

London Borough of Southwark publishes action plan


``DuPage County received a substantial amount of damage to homes and businesses Sunday afternoon. Immediately following the storm, County staff were on scene assessing damage and clearing debris from roadways and waterways,'' said Cronin.

DuPage County assesses damage, clears roadways


The euro held steady against the US dollar in Asian trading on Tuesday amid expectations that the European Central Bank is closer to raising its key rate than its US counterpart.


A 24-year-old man is in a critical condition in hospital after being shot in Nottingham.

Man 'critical' after shooting in Nottingham


The National Football League has formally prohibited discrimination against players based on sexual orientation, according to the new contract inked between players and owners.

NFL formally prohibits discrimination against players based on sexual orientation


Little Sammy Davis, a Mississippi native and original Delta bluesman who has been thrilling Hudson Valley music fans for decades, is recovering from a stroke he suffered Saturday.

Little Sammy Davis recovering from stroke


Friends Provident has launched a new business protection plan following a strategic review of the company.

Friends Provident launches business protection plan


A&O Productions was ``pretty close'' to confirming a speaker for a $100,000 mid-winter event -- for which the university pulled funding this week -- and had made significant logistical plans for it, A&O officials said Thursday.

A&O: ``we were pretty close'' to confirming a speaker


The Iowa State Patrol says travel is not advised in the Cedar Rapids area due to blizzard conditions and little or no visibility.

Travel not advised due to blizzard conditions


Oberoi Hotels & Resorts and Lufthansa have entered into a long term strategic partnership, with Oberoi Hotels joining Miles & More, Lufthansa's frequent flyer programme.

Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Lufthansa enter into strategic partnership


Battlefield 3 has been officially banned in Iran due to fictional scenes of an assault on Tehran.


Blackhawks defenseman Brian Campbell returned to full practice Wednesday and could return some time during the first round of the postseason.

Blackhawks' Campbell returns to full practice


Five more British Columbians have died from H1N1 flu in the past week, and 144 new severe cases have been recorded in the province, BC's provincial health officer said Tuesday.

Five more British Columbians die from H1N1


American conservatism -- intellectually ascendant during three decades in which relatively low taxes and a stable money supply produced the greatest accumulation of national wealth in history -- is now staring into an abyss.


3i Infotech plans to open 12,500 retail stores in rural areas in the next one year to offer basic services such as banking, insurance, mobile, education, utilities and ticketing at low prices, reports DNA.

3i Infotech to open 12,500 stores in one year


Josie Gibson has revealed that she doesn't want to win Big Brother in tonight's final, if it means she has to stay and compete in Ultimate Big Brother.

Josie Gibson doesn't want to win Big Brother tonight


Mobile operators are slowing down their retail expansion, despite the offer of bargain-basement deals from the hard-pressed property market.

Mobile operators are slowing down retail expansion


Former US secretary of state Warren Christopher, instrumental in negotiating peace in the ex-Yugoslavia and moving forward the Middle East peace process, has died at the age of 85, US media reported on Saturday.

Former US secretary of state Warren Christopher dies: media


Iran has hanged 13 members of a Sunni rebel group in a volatile southeastern area, but they were put to death in prison and not in public as initially planned, media reported.

Iran hangs 13 members of Sunni rebel group


After the warm reception to his just released ''De Dana Dan'', Priyadarshan plans to make a film on AIDS with Aamir Khan in a way that's palatable to the public.

Priyadarshan plans film on AIDS with Aamir Khan


The Fergus Falls, Minn., City Council voted unanimously Monday to extend an agreement with developers hoping to buy several buildings at the Regional Treatment Center.

Fergus Falls to extend agreement with developers


The most clinically advanced malaria vaccine that is capable of reducing the incidence of malaria by more than 50 per cent in African infants and young children, may be licenced for use by 2011 if results of the final efficacy study commence early next year are anything to go by.

Malaria vaccine could be licenced in 2011


THREE outlaw bikies have been remanded in custody for allegedly trying to kill a fellow member of the Rebels motorcycle club on the Gold Coast more than a year ago.


India has agreed to grant an Internet service licence to Qualcomm Inc., telecom secretary R. Chandrashekhar said on Tuesday, clearing the way for the US chip maker to launch broadband services in the country after its application for the licence was rejected initially.

India to grant Internet service licence to Qualcomm


The same day Governor Cuomo is in western New York, area gun advocates will be putting pressure on Erie County lawmakers to say no to Cuomo's SAFE Act.


The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is making his first visit to Fort Campbell this week.

Chairman of Joint Chiefs to make first visit to Fort Campbell


The Australian share market closed flat ahead of Tuesday's federal budget and after the local currency dropped below parity with the US dollar.


As fascinating new documentary The Interrupters takes cinema-goers by storm, Oscar-nominated director Steve James has been talking to education charity FILMCLUB about the film, an inspirational tale of courage and hope which looks at violence intervention and gang culture in Chicago.


Australia's Queensland parliament will serve an Indian menu, including tandoori chicken, Wednesday as part of the Vindaloo Against Violence initiative to show solidarity with the Indian community.

Queensland parliament to serve Indian menu


Actress Olympia Dukakis is to play King Lear in a New York reading of Shakespeare's tragedy directed by Austin Pendleton to benefit Hero Theatre.


Ashwani Kumar, an IPS Officer of the 1973 batch today took over as the Director of CBI.

Ashwani Kumar takes over as Director, CBI


Actor Hugh Grant has walked out of Universal Pictures 'Lost for Words' following creative differences.

Hugh Grant walks out of ``Lost for Words'' over creative differences


---Long John Silver's announced today the launch of its first ever Spin & Win Fish Fry online sweepstakes to celebrate the introduction of the new Crispy Breaded Pollock.

Long John Silver's launches online sweepstakes


Bishop Gene Robinson, the first openly gay bishop of the Episcopal Church in the United States, has announced his plans to retire in 2013 during an address to his New Hampshire diocese on Saturday.

High-profile bishop Gene Robinson to retire


Dennis Hopper, who directed and starred in the seminal countercultural film ``Easy Rider'' and later established himself as a highly distinct and flamboyant character actor, died Saturday at his home in Venice after battling prostate cancer.

Dennis Hopper, director of ``Easy Rider,'' dies


A motorcycle and a big rig collided this morning on the eastbound Pomona Freeway in Diamond Bar, and whoever had been riding the bike disappeared, triggering a ground and air search, the California Highway Patrol reported.

Motorcycle and big rig collide on 60 Freeway in Diamond Bar,...


The Hartford Courant The victims of a widespread gifting table scheme were defrauded of more than $1 million, federal prosecutors said Wednesday.

Victims of scheme defrauded of more than $1 million, prosecutors say


Miley Cyrus dressed up as Nicki Minaj to celebrate Halloween this year, wearing a leopard bodysuit, a bright yellow wig and a padded bottom to channel the rapper's famous backside.

Miley Cyrus dresses as Nicki Minaj for Halloween


Finance minister Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday said that the differences between him and home minister P Chidambaram were a ``closed chapter'' and asserted that the government ``is in command of things''.

Differences with Chidambaram a closed chapter:


Mr Howes said unions must ``seek out to destroy the enemy within; people who line their own personal pockets off the back of ... hard working Australians''.


AOL said today it is selling its social networking site, Bebo, to private equity firm Criterion Capital Partners for an undisclosed amount.


One teen was killed and another injured early Sunday in a one-vehicle rollover crash in Atascosa County.

One teen killed, another injured in rollover


STUTTGART, Germany Striker Cacau, who hopes to make Germany's World Cup squad, is to leave Stuttgart at the end of the season.

Cacau to leave Stuttgart at end of season


Mel Gibson may direct Leonardo DiCaprio in a Viking adventure, reports Variety.

Gibson to direct DiCaprio in Viking adventure


The EU has placed new sanctions against Syria including a ban on investments in the oil sector and on delivering cash made in Europe.


Councils need to ensure their staff share knowledge and maintain open communication, Local Government Association of Tasmania president Mike Gaffney says.


The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for northwest Oregon and southwest Washington from Saturday afternoon through Monday morning.

National weather Service issues flood watch


German Auto major Volkswagen on Saturday rolled out its first made-in-India car 'Polo' at its plant at Chakan in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan.

Volkswagen rolls out its first made-in-India car 'Polo'


Britain's Queen Elizabeth met John Lennon's widow Yoko Ono at the Museum of Liverpool yesterday.


Two crew members were injured after a helicopter crashed in the northeastern Chinese city of Harbin Saturday, local authorities said.


Asian stocks fell for the first time in five days after Standard & Poor's downgraded Japan and companies from Canon Inc. to Kia Motors Corp. posted earnings that missed analyst estimates.

Asian stocks fall for first time in five days


260 TIR trucks and 50 cars are waiting along the Kulata border checkpoint at the Bulgarian-Greek border, the Border Police press center announced.

260 trucks, 50 cars waiting along Kulata checkpoint


Commerce Bancshares Inc. said its earnings fell 6 percent last year after taking a pre-tax charge of $21 million for the company's share of estimated costs of lawsuits involving VISA USA Inc., the credit card company.

Commerce Bancshares earnings fall 6 percent


Cal Maritime won the sailing championship on Sunday on the final day of the Kennedy Cup at the Navy Sailing Robert Crown Center in Annapolis, Md.


Shipment of Iranian crude to India would remain unaffected even after stricter American and European Union sanctions that prevent its insurers to cover oil tankers with Iranian oil, Press TV reported.

Iranian crude to India remains unaffected despite sanctions


A Postal worker was taken to the hospital following a crash in Lebanon on Saturday afternoon.

Postal worker taken to hospital following a crash in Lebanon


Valero said Sunday that it restored power to its Houston refinery and was working with local providers to return power to its Texas City and Port Arthur refineries.

Valero restores power to Houston refinery


The European Union's anti-piracy mission yesterday said pirates had hijacked a yacht off the Seychelles and that one of its passengers had been taken in by a warship.


Murrieta is set to host its annual Daddy and Daughter Dance on Feb. 9, it was recently announced.

Murrieta to host annual Daddy and daughter dance


Potentially lethal drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Heywood two thieves went into the Internet Pharmacy on Manchester Road and demanded staff open a locked drugs cabinet.

Potentially lethal drugs stolen from Heywood pharmacy


Technology giant Apple today launched its latest iPad in India priced at Rs 30,500 onwards.

Apple launches latest iPad in India priced at Rs 30,500


Jai Lucas, former Florida Gator guard, says he will transfer to Texas, and will be eligible beginning next season.


El Salvador may establish diplomatic ties with China if recognizing Beijing instead of Taiwan would be economically beneficial, Present Mauricio Funes said.

El Salvador considers establishing ties with China


Srinagar, May 29 The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has upheld the dismissal of a judge on charges of corruption and violation of service rules, saying judicial officers have a ``divine job to discharge''.

Judicial officers have divine job to discharge:


A report issued recently by the Egyptian General Authority for Export and Import Control states that Egyptians spend some US$4 billion every year on imported grape leaves, pheasant meat, caviar, shrimp and lobster.

Egyptians spend US$4 billion a year on caviar, lobster


Vladimir Putin is sworn in as the new Russian president during a ceremony at the Kremlin in Moscow.


Arab leaders are gathering in Doha, the Qatari capital, for a two-day summit likely to be dominated by the international arrest warrant issued against Omar al-Bashir, the Sudanese president.


Leaders of various political parties on Tuesday condemned the killing of a Tamil fisherman by the US Navy off the Dubai port and demanded compensation for his family and other fishermen injured in the shooting.


``Entertainment Tonight'' reports that George Clooney will return to ``ER'' as Dr. Doug Ross before the series ends April 2.


Howard Zinn, an author, teacher and political activist whose book ``A People's History of the United States'' became a million-selling leftist alternative to mainstream texts, died Wednesday in Santa Monica, Calif. He was 87 and lived in Auburndale, Mass.

Howard Zinn, historian and activist, dies at 87


Chelsea have sounded out Paris Saint Germain midfielder Claude Makelele about a return to Stamford Bridge.


The US stocks rose on Tuesday, led by financial and technology shares, even though data showed US non-manufacturing activity grew at a slower rate than expected in June.


Barcelona is negotiating a euro150 million loan after the club failed to pay some players' wages due to a cash-flow shortage, president Sandro Rosell said.

Barcelona negotiating euro150 million loan


Hyundai is coming up with a diesel Verna with an automatic gearbox.


Large numbers of Thai troops and armoured vehicles have gathered near a fortified encampment of anti-government protesters in Bangkok in what may be the start of a crackdown to disperse them.

Large numbers of Thai troops gather near anti-government protesters


Comedy Central host Stephen Colbert, of the ``The Colbert Report,'' heard that a new species of spider had been named after rocker Neil Young, and Colbert demanded that a spider be named after him also.

Political funnyman Stephen Colbert has spider named after him


Mobile TeleSystems OJSC, the largest mobile phone operator in Russia and the CIS, announces the date of the Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders.

MTS announces the date of the Extraordinary general Meeting of shareholders


A woman has been charged with an acid attack on a shop worker, police have said.

Woman charged with acid attack on shop worker


McLaughlin Group introduced the Strong Arm -- a heavy-duty steel arm from the vacuum excavator that helps carry the weight of the vacuum excavation hose.

McLaughlin introduces Strong Arm for vacuum excavator


US Bancorp, the parent company of US Bank, reported today that profits fell 65 percent in the fourth quarter compared to the same period a year ago.


A MURDER inquiry is underway after two men were stabbed near a pub in Dollis Hill.

MURDER inquiry after two men are stabbed near pub


SABB has announced the launch of a comprehensive Renminbi proposition for its corporate customers who will now be able to open RMB accounts at selected SABB branches in Saudi Arabia.

The Saudi british Bank launches RMB proposition


As president of the Chilliwack Fraser Canyon NDP, let me assure Mr. Strahl, and your readers, that Gwen O'Mahony went through the complete NDP party-required nomination process, which includes the establishment of a search committee that contacts all members as well as identified supporters from outside of the party membership, for their interest.


BJP Central Election Committee chairman Narendra Modi on Thursday met the industry captains in Mumbai.


Georgian luger Nodar Kumaritashvili has been killed in a horror crash at the Vancouver Winter Olympics after he was thrown from his sled at high-speed before smashing into a metal pillar.

Georgian luger Nodar Kumaritashvili killed in horror crash


Spaniard Dani Pedrosa delighted the home crowd at Jerez to take pole position for the Spanish MotoGP yesterday with his compatriot Jorge Lorenzo hot on his tail in second place.

Pedrosa delights home crowd by taking pole position in spain


Major US restaurants are expanding their protein selection on menus by offering more pork dishes, according to Technomic.

US restaurants offering more pork dishes


ARSENAL fans have been shown the red card after a new study claimed THEY are to blame for the poor atmosphere at the Emirates Stadium.


Research In Motion Ltd said it had restored service to all BlackBerry users affected by a service outage in Europe on Friday, the same day as Apple Inc began delivering its new iPhone around the world.

Research in Motion restores service after BlackBerry outage in Europe


Gaza, July 22 Two Palestinians, including an Islamic Jihad movement militant, were killed and seven wounded in Israeli strike against north Gaza Wednesday, the Israeli army said.

Two killed in Israeli strike against Gaza


Asset financing company Magma Fincorp Limited said Wednesday it will disburse Rs.343 crore in retail loans to the poor in Chhattisgarh in 2010-11.

Magma Fincorp to disburse Rs.343 crore in Chhattisgarh


Findings from mouse studies suggest that a healthy diet might halt the progression of and even reverse the effects of Alzheimer's disease and memory loss.

Healthy diet might halt, reverse Alzheimer's disease


Croatia Airlines employees and the carrier's management have failed to reach an agreement over new terms of their collective agreements.

Croatia Airlines employees and the carrier's management failed to reach an agreement


Prices of Small sugar edged up on the Vashi wholesale market here on Monday on mild demand from retailers.


Former UFC Heavyweight Interim Champion Shane Carwin expects to return to the Octagon at UFC 131 on June 11 in Vancouver.

Shane Carwin expects to return at UFC 131


Former Yankees pitcher Hideki Irabu was found dead Thursday, an apparent suicide in the suburb of Rancho Palos Verdes.

Former Yankees pitcher Hideki Irabu found dead


A federal judge says employees can keep guns locked in their cars while at work -- for now.

Judge says employees can keep guns locked in cars


British singer Tulisa Contostavlos says she is keen to act in films and has bagged a movie project for which she starts shooting later this year.


Mollywood superstar Mammootty and his entire family made a rare appearance recently for the wedding of director Joshiy's son Abhilash.

Mammotty's family makes a rare appearance


Former Chelsea defender Jason Cundy has blasted Rafael Benitez and claims that he only has himself to blame for his current situation at the club.

Jason Cundy: 'Rafael Benitez has himself to blame'


Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi says he hopes that real culprits in the Gupta saga will be found and that those who've been suspended are not being made scapegoats.

Vavi hopes culprits in Gupta saga will be found


Topical anesthetic creams such as Dr. Numb Numbing Cream are applied directly to the skin to relieve pain.

Topical anesthetic cream for relieving pain


Dodgers are definitely interested in Cubs' Dempster, as they were 2 years ago.


Montgomery County officials declared a local state of emergency this morning due to heavy snow and treacherous road conditions that have stranded many motorists along Interstate 81.

Montgomery County declares local state of emergency


Production of new CTA rail cars will resume next week following the December shutdown of the assembly line because of the discovery of defective steel castings in the wheel housings, the transit agency said Thursday.


Hrithik Roshan has dared and bared again after Dhoom2 in his upcoming flick Kites, he does death defying stunts and smooches his co-star Barbara Mori with utmost ease.


Heavy rains over the past two days have triggered floods and landslides in Tolitoli District, Central Sulawesi Province on Monday.

Heavy rains trigger floods and landslides in Tolitoli


EA has announced Facebreaker, a new boxing game from EA Canada set for release on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Wii later in 2008.


Severstal North America on Thursday received word of a Steel Manufacturers Association safety award for zero Lost Time Accidents at its Columbus, Miss. facility.

Severstal North America receives safety award


Internet giant Google is considered a ``frenemy'' at the New York Times, according to its Executive Editor Bill Keller.

Google is ``frenemy'' of the New York Times


Two men are sought in the armed robbery of a Beacon Hill clothing store in Seattle.

Two men sought in robbery of Beacon Hill store


A judge has decided that a Birmingham nightclub closed by the city council can remain open.

Judge: nightclub closed by council can remain open


Loyalist killer Michael Stone planned to slit the throats of Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams and Martin McGuinness inside the Northern Ireland Assembly Chamber when he stormed Stormont in 2006, a court has heard.


Muttahida Qaumi Movement chief Altaf Hussain has said that Islam is the religion of peace and gives the eternal message of peace for the followers of all religions.


PETER Moores has called for patience from Lancashire supporters after his side staved off a third County Championship defeat on the spin at Trent Bridge today.


Sinead O'Connor performing The Wolf is Getting Married from her album 'How About I Be Me?' live on The Graham Norton Show 17th February 2012.

Sinead O'Connor - The Wolf is Getting Married (live Graham Norton Show)


An unidentified female was injured Saturday Morning when she jumped from a vehicle in Armuchee.

Female injured After jumping from vehicle


Member of Parliament, Mr Shripad Naik said that special children need encouragement and guidance and not sympathy and called upon the people to work towards empowering the destitute.

Special children need encouragement, guidance:


China said Monday it had evacuated nearly 29,000 of its nationals from strife-torn Libya, where a popular uprising has left at least hundreds dead and triggered a mass exodus of foreigners.

China evacuates nearly 29,000 nationals from Libya


Erich Boehme, a longtime editor of Der Spiegel, died Saturday at the age of 79, the German weekly news magazine said.

Erich Boehme, former editor of Spiegel, dies at 79


Barbara Windsor will keep on working and has dismissed the news last week that she is giving up acting altogether.


Advisor to Prime Minister on Petroleumand Natural Resources Dr. Asim said that Pakistan offers great potential in the oil and gas sector and the government is doing its part by introducing new policies to meet the rising energy demand .

Pakistan offers great potential in oil, gas sectors:


Plains All American Pipeline LP said on Thursday it plans to double the rail capacity at its Patoka, Illinois and St. James, Louisiana terminals.

Plains All American to double rail capacity


The Raconteurs have stated that they'll be announcing new UK tour dates over the next few weeks.


Corn prices jumped to a record $6 a bushel Thursday, driven up by an expected supply shortfall that will only add to Americans' growing grocery bill and further squeeze struggling ethanol producers.


A 14-year-old girl was hit and killed by a truck near her bus stop on Friday morning, authorities said.


The radical Muslim cleric Abu Qatada can be deported to Jordan where he faces terror charges, the Law Lords have ruled.

Radical Muslim cleric Abu Qatada to be deported to Jordan on terror charges


The judicial review into the road reversal of Baillou Hill Road and Market Street hit another roadblock yesterday after the Coconut Grove Business League announced that it needed more time to respond to three of the government's affidavits.


JSE-listed Pallinghurst's platinum company Platmin was increasing its platinum group metals output ``to expectation'', CEO Arne Frandsen said on Tuesday.

Pallinghurst's Platmin increasing platinum output 'to expectation'


Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is promising to be more transparent about how it does business following widespread criticism that it put its own interests ahead of its clients.

Goldman Sachs promising to be more transparent


A likely tornado touched down in Grand Isle on Friday, damaging buildings and knocking down power lines, officials said.


An elderly man escaped serious injury Monday morning when he jumped from a window on the second floor of his burning home near McDonough.

Elderly man jumps from second floor of burning home


The TTC bus driver who was involved in an accident that sent nine passengers to hospital Thursday morning has been charged with careless driving.

TTC bus driver charged with careless driving


Well-known environmental advocate Erin Brockovich is wading into the Camp Lejeune contaminated water issue.

Brockovich wades into Lejeune water issue


Three people were injured when their boat exploded Friday on the Columbia River, fire officials said.


President Omar al-Bashir of Sudan, indicted by the International Criminal Court for war crimes and crimes against humanity, had arrived in Zimbabwe for a regional economic summit, state radio reported yesterday.


China pledged to bolster political and trade ties with Nepal in a joint statement issued Wednesday.

China pledge to bolster political, trade ties


Only weeks after being announced as writer, Joshua Hale Fialkov has walked away from Red Lanterns and Green Lantern Corps.

Joshua Hale Fialkov walks off Red Lanterns and Green Lantern Corps


Political blogger Andrew Breitbart died today at age 43, according to a report from ABC News.

Political blogger Andrew Breitbart dies at age 43


Advanced Disposal Services Inc. is making a pair of acquisitions, including one each in Illinois and Wisconsin.

Advanced Disposal makes a pair of acquisitions


A former northwest Missouri physical education teacher and coach has been acquitted of child molestation charges.

Former teacher acquitted of molestation charges


All security services are engaged in the search for the remaining Hague indictees and this is part of Serbia's continued activities and commitment to cooperate with the court in The Hague.

All security services engaged in search for Hague indictees


Cashzone, the UK's fastest growing independent ATM provider, has installed 24-hour ATMs at four new Santander branches in St Helens, Merseyside.

Cashzone installs ATMs at Santander branches in St Helens


General Growth Properties Inc said on Wednesday it was ready to give suitors information, as it squared against creditors at a hearing over how much time it should be allowed to be the only party that can file a reorganization plan.

General Growth ready to give suitors information


Millions of Muslims and Hindus across India Saturday celebrated Eid and Ganesh Chaturthi with prayers and offerings to the less privileged.

Millions celebrate Eid, Ganesh Chaturthi


Pharmaceutical firm Sun Pharma on Wednesday said it has commercially launched Pantoprazole tablets in the United States, used for treating oesophagus ailments.

Sun Pharma launches Pantoprazole tablets


A 25-year-old woman from Cumming, who was first reported missing, drowns in Lake Lanier Wednesday night.


Contra Costa Times ALAMEDA, Calif. Oakland Raiders third-year wide receiver Chaz Schilens visited a knee specialist Monday about the prospect of having surgery in the coming days, coach Tom Cable said.


Egypt will build its first nuclear power plant in the Mediterranean coastal town of El-Dabaa, reviving the country's civilian nuclear power program after more than two decades, the El-Ahram newspaper said on February 8.

Egypt to build its first nuclear power plant


The man in their home wasn't obeying the Eighth Commandment.

He wasn't obeying the Eighth Commandment


Paul McCartney was ordered Monday to pay Heather Mills $48.7 million to settle their bitter and drawn-out divorce battle.

Paul McCartney ordered to pay Heather Mills $48.7 million to settle divorce


Trump will attend the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner on April 30 as a guest of the Washington Post, specifically, his assistant adds, of Lally Weymouth, scion of the Post's controlling Graham family.

Trump to attend White House Correspondents' Association dinner


Family-owned department store chain Leekes has announced it will close its Fenton store following a final clearance sale.


A TAXI driver was stabbed three times in the head by a passenger who stole the car before crashing it in inner Melbourne overnight.


Police are using rival gangsters belonging to the Arshad Pappu group in the ongoing Lyari operation, which is primarily launched against the defunct People's Amn Committee, sources said on Saturday.

Police using rival gangsters in Lyari operation


Ekurhuleni emergency service has defended its members who were on scene at a factory fire in Olifantsfontein on the East Rand .

Ekurhuleni emergency service defends itself


Sri Lanka has won the toss and elected to bat against Australia in their opening one-day international.


A BTech student who set herself ablaze three days ago in Nalgonda district, succumbed to burns at the Osmania General Hospital late on Wednesday.


Capgemini Group, one of the world's foremost providers of Consulting, Technology and Outsourcing services, and Microsoft Corp. today announced ERP+, a strategic, multimillion euro initiative that is expected to maximize their customers' return on investment from their existing SAP installations.

Capgemini and Microsoft announce ERP+ initiative


Six more cases of A/H1N1 flu have been confirmed in Vietnam, bringing the total number of patients nationwide to 35 as of June 19, according to the Health Ministry.


Pop star and actress Miley Cyrus has gotten an equal sign tattoo on her finger in support of gay marriage.

Miley Cyrus gets tattoo in support of gay marriage


Australia could expect a tough time, with so many other major economies heading into recession, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd warned on Thursday.


With unemployment in some Connecticut construction trades topping 10 percent, US Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-3, briefed labor leaders Friday on federal efforts to invest billions of dollars in public works projects as part of an effort to restore the nation's economic health.


Liverpool Football Club have announced they want to lead overseas Barclay's Premier League television rights to be sold on a club by club basis.

Overseas Premier League rights about to be sold by club?


While Johannesburg motorists will no longer receive information regarding the location of police roadblocks from Twitter's renegade PigSpotter, he still tweets the whereabouts of mobile speed trap cameras.


Natalie Portman is pregnant and is engaged, R'n'B legend Teena Marie dies and Hugh Hefner gets engaged to a Playmate again.


A Goshen family loses everything in a fire yet they are counting their blessings this holiday season.


Azerbaijan, Baku, 12 May / Trend News / Pascal Couchepin, Swiss Confederation President, who is on an official visit to Azerbaijan, visited the Sangachal oil terminal, Garadag concrete plant and Caspian Fish enterprise in the country.

Swiss President visits Azerbaijani Sangachal terminal


A flash flood warning has been issued for a section of San Diego County late Sunday.


Sobeys, with 23 distribution centers across Canada, will begin supplying Target in early 2013.


Nortel Networks Corp. said it has acquired DiamondWare, a pioneer in high-definition, proximity-based 3D positional voice technology, to improve virtual web and voice communications.

Nortel acquires DiamondWare to improve virtual web and voice communications