White Sox left fielder Dayan Viciedo will miss his second straight game with a sore right shoulder, as the homestand ends Sunday against the Mariners.


The 2012 Focus will set a new standard in the small car segment, offering more technology and features than more expensive European cars, while delivering an expected 40 mpg, the only gas engine-powered vehicle with an automatic transmission in its segment to do so.


Former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton will join Barack Obama on the campaign trail next week for the first time since Obama emerged as the presumptive Democratic nominee.

Hillary Clinton to campaign with Barack Obama


Britain's Supreme Court ruled in favour of banks in a test case triggered by consumers.


European shares extended gains on Wednesday after US data showed new claims for unemployment benefits dipped more than expected last week, and consumer spending rose for a fourth straight month in October.


At a recent Square Enix press conference, Yoshinori Kitase, Final Fantasy XIII's producer, announced that Final Fantasy XIII is coming to PS3, Xbox 360 and PC.


Zach Parise said his left index finger is fine after suffering a skate cut during Friday night's game against the Atlanta Thrashers.

Nj devils winger zach Parise's finger is fine after skate cut


Manchester United's Portuguese winger Cristiano Ronaldo, who last month won the European Footballer of the Year, was Monday named FIFA World Footballer of the Year.

Cristiano Ronaldo is World Footballer of the Year


Asymtek, a Nordson company and leader in dispensing, conformal coating, and jetting technologies, and the Fraunhofer Institut für Zuverlässigkeit und Mikrointegration Berlin announce their ongoing collaborative effort to support microelectronics packaging and encapsulation research using Asymtek's advanced dispensing and coating technology.

Asymtek announces collaborative effort to support microelectronics packaging and encapsulation research


New York - Author Belva Plain, whose best-selling romantic novels helped Jewish women escape from the overprotective mother stereotype, has died aged 95, according to a statement Monday from her daughter.


Manchester United winger Nani has insisted he is ``not going anywhere'' despite the arrival at Old Trafford of England international Ashley Young and reported interest from abroad.


Eyewitness News Everywhere has confirmed that actor Morgan Freeman was involved in car accident in Mississippi.


Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, today announced that it has opened an office in Beijing to further enhance its China practice.

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati opens office in Beijing


Publicis Hong Kong has made three senior hires to cover key roles at the agency to meet changing client needs.

Publicis Hong Kong makes three senior hires


Helios Towers Nigeria has secured an additional US 150mn in syndicated loans to expand Nigerian communication technologies, ITNews Africa reported, as part of an overall USD 250mn initiative.

Helios Towers secures additional US 150mn in syndicated loans


A cleaning worker who was seen hanging from an Al Ain Municipality truck by a rope, shocked passers-by and motorists as he risked falling down and getting crushed by a car.

Worker seen hanging on to a truck by a rope


Chennai Sports Organisers will be the franchisee owner of 'Chennai Cheetahs,' the team representing Chennai in the forthcoming World Series Hockey.

Chennai Sports to be franchisee owner of 'Chennai Cheetahs'


Kent firefighters rescued a woman following an apartment fire at about 8:30 pm Monday in the 24000 block of 104th Avenue Southeast.

Kent firefighters rescue woman from apartment fire


``I'm desperate to have Taylor come play a vampire.


HEREFORD United made three changes for the League 2 visit of Bury, the most significant being the return of Marc Pugh after injury in place of Matt Done.

Hereford United make three changes for visit of Bury


A drawing based on information from inside an Iranian military site shows an explosives containment chamber of the type needed for nuclear arms-related tests that UN inspectors suspect Tehran has conducted there.

Drawing shows explosives containment chamber


So, Pete Doherty was jailed for six months on Friday in relation to the cocaine possession charges that followed the death of his friend Robin Whitehead last year.


Here, we show you how to hard reset the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play with step by step instructions.

How to hard reset the Sony Ericsson Xperia Play


A strong, 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit an area of northern Chile Sunday, US and Chilean authorities said, sparking fear, but no significant damage or victims, AFP reports.

6.2 magnitude earthquake hits northern Chile:


Morris Publishing Group announced today that it has agreed to the terms of a restructuring agreement with the holders of over 75 percent of its $278 million in debt.

Morris Publishing agrees to restructuring agreement


A massive alien spaceship is to land on Earth today.


Samsung today announced that sales of the Samsung Star have surpassed 10 million units, just six months after its release.

Sales of the Samsung Star mobile surpasses 10 million units


Disruption in the body's circadian rhythm can lead not only to obesity, but can also increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Disruption in the body's circadian rhythm can increase risk of diabetes, heart disease


Senator Manchin announced a brand new website to help him keep in touch with his fellow West Virginians.


Blackhawks star rookie Patrick Kane was named Wednesday to the US national hockey team set to compete at next month's world hockey championships in Quebec and Nova Scotia.

Patrick Kane named to US national hockey team


A longtime Tulsa real estate agent who says she shot a man in self-defense is now charged with murder in the case.

Tulsa real estate agent charged with murder


But if you're looking for something to distract yourself from the worries and the waiting, a few airports actually offer unique attractions.


Two-time Oscar winner and one of Hollywood's most glamorous superstars, Elizabeth Taylor, died.


Former``Family Ties'' actor Brian Bonsall has been sentenced to two years probation after pleading guilty to charges connected to a fight with a friend last year in Colorado.

'Family Ties' actor Bonsall sentenced to probation


Delhi police have promised ``foolproof'' security for the men's hockey World Cup after a bomb blast last weekend raised safety concerns for visiting teams.

Delhi police promise ``foolproof'' security for hockey World Cup


The man decapitated by a freight train near Midway Airport on Thursday morning has been identified as a homeless man.

Man decapitated by freight train near Midway identified


HOV Services has announced that it has completed the merger of its indirect subsidiary HOV Services LLC incorporated with SOURCECORP Inc., a portfolio company of Apollo Management V, LP The new name of the combined company will be Source HOV Inc., reflecting the union of two companies and their expanded capabilities.

HOV Services completes merger of its indirect subsidiary HOV Services LLC


Foreign diplomats based in the capital owe more than £37 million in unpaid congestion charges, parking fines and non-domestic rates, new figures show.

Foreign diplomats owe millions in unpaid charges and fines


A home in the Five Points district of Huntsville was destroyed by an early evening fire on Friday.


Some prominent players will miss the Crusaders and Hurricanes super rugby match this weekend because of injuries.


Eastman Kodak Co. said Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012, it will stop making digital cameras, pocket video cameras and digital picture frames in order to focus on its more profitable businesses.

Kodak to stop making cameras, digital frames


House prices fell by a record 14.9 percent on the year in October, the biggest mortgage lender said on Thursday, just hours before the Bank of England was expected to slash interest rates.


The Carolina Hurricanes signed free agent right wing Tom Kostopoulos to a three-year contract Tuesday.


The San Jose Earthquakes announced Friday that they have acquired midfielder Marvin Chavez from FC Dallas in exchange for allocation money.

Quakes acquire midfielder Chavez from FC Dallas


Foxy Bingo has re-instated a £20 no deposit Bingo bonus for new members.

Foxy bingo re-instate £20 no deposit bingo


The Biju Janata Dal on Tuesday said it was in favour of division of votes on the Opposition-sponsored cut motion on the Finance Bill in the Lok Sabha and issued a whip to its members to remain present in the House.


American volleyball star Kim Willoughby has tested positive for nandralone after a league game in Italy, according to the Italian Olympic Committee.


Halle Berry broke her foot last week while chasing after a goat, according to reports.


World oil prices lost ground on Thursday as dealers took their cue from the strengthening US currency, analysts said.


Salman Rushdie is a ``poor'' and ``sub-standard writer'' who would have remained largely unknown but for his controversial book 'Satanic Verses', according to Markandey Katju, till recently a judge of the Supreme Court.

Salman Rushdie is 'poor', 'sub-standard' writer:


A Skywest Airlines plane has made an emergency landing in Milwaukee due to a landing gear problem.

Plane makes emergency landing in Milwaukee


Ashok Kumar, better known as 'Dadamoni' and an iconic figure in Indian cinema, used to sketch paintings in the bathroom in the nude, his granddaughter Anuradha Patel said here Tuesday.


El-Erian told German magazine Der Spiegel that Europe should cut Greek debt from 140% of GDP to 90% to help solve the country's debt crisis, Reuters reported.


More Americans are making their car payments on time, a trend that has sent the rate of overdue auto loans to the lowest level on records dating back more than a decade.


The newly constructed railway overbridge near Rajpura has developed cracks even before its inauguration for traffic.

Overbridge develops cracks before inauguration


Colombian pop queen Shakira recently hit the studio with alt-raperos Calle 13 for a very fruitful recording session in the Bahamas.


New report shows ACT emergency department waiting times rose last year for public hospitals.


Marian Gaborik said he will return to the Rangers' lineup on Thursday or Sunday.

Gaborik will return on Thursday or Sunday


Wolverhampton Wanderers won 3-1 at West Ham on Tuesday to leave its English Premier League rival deep in relegation trouble.

Wolves win at West Ham to leave rival in relegation trouble


LulzSec leaks Arizona law enforcement information, and they claim this attack is because they are against SB1070 and the racial profiling anti-immigrant police state of Arizona.


In Cyprus, public sector workers are striking against the government austerity measures.

Cypriots strike against austerity measures


Seattle's Best Coffee will celebrate 39 years of coffee history with its specially blended Anniversary Roast coffee and several offers for customers to enjoy throughout the month of April.

Seattle's Best Coffee celebrates 39 years


Every tourist visiting Britain could be forced to prove they have health insurance under proposals designed to clamp down on misuse of the NHS.

Every tourist visiting Britain 'could be forced to prove they have health insurance'


An outside swimming pool or natural lido ``popped up'' on Dartmoor as part of an art project.


The rupee depreciated by 12 paise to 47.25 a dollar in early trade today on capital outflow by foreign funds from equities and the dollar's gain overseas.


Keys tells Seventeen magazine she doesn't have a lot of friends and ``that's too much work.''

Alicia Keys doesn't have a lot of friends


The United States says it has provided limited military support to the transitional government in Somalia but does not intend to play a direct role in the conflict.

Us provides limited military support to Somalia


The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to help Russia in firefighting efforts in the country, spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Ramin Mehman-Parast said on Tuesday.

The Islamic Republic of Iran ready to help Russia in firefighting efforts


Turkey is in safe hands, Turkish Prime-Minister Rejeb Tayyib Erdogan said at a meeting of the ruling Justice and Development party.


Tamil Nadu government today said admission to medical courses would be based on merit as done earlier and not by conducting Common Entrance Test.

Admissions to medical courses will be based on merit:


BP, Rosneft sign off on TNK-BP Updated: 08:08, Friday November 23, 2012 British oil major BP and Russian group Rosneft say they have signed a final agreement on the sale by BP to Rosneft of half of the third biggest Russian oil company, TNK-BP, as part of a major shift in strategy by the British company.


Top-seeded Novak Djokovic won his second straight Rogers Cup title and third overall, beating Richard Gasquet 6-3, 6-2 on Sunday night.

Djokovic wins second straight Rogers Cup title


Companies that consolidate debt work by lowering their clients' interest rates, which they do by negotiating with their clients' creditors to come up with compromises for cost-effective schemes that will be beneficial for both parties.


Tenzin Taklha told The Associated Press that the Dalai Lama was admitted to a New Delhi hospital for ``further consultations with doctors.''

Dalai Lama admitted to New Delhi hospital


Wright hit a solo drive in the third inning for his fourth homer as the Mets and Florida Marlins played to an 8-8 tie, calling it off after neither team scored in the 10th.

David Wright homers as New York Mets and Florida Marlins play to 8-8 tie


Copper fell on Thursday on a stronger dollar and concerns about demand in the United States after the Federal Reserve cut its forecasts for economic growth in the world's largest economy.


Pubic relations department head with the bureau, Abebe Dengamo told ENA on Tuesday that foreign and local investors are developing castor bean, Jatropha and palm oil tree on over 2,900 hectares of land in Wolayita and South Omo zones.

Investors developing Jatropha, castor bean, palm oil tree


The Bank of England ruled this morning to keep interests rates low at 0.5% for the 22nd month.


The massive rescue operation in Calumpit, Bulacan was suspended Friday night by the local officials, as rains continue to pour down the province.


A shed containing gas cylinders which caught fire in Donaghadee could have exploded like a bomb, it has been claimed.

Gas cylinders 'could have exploded like a bomb'


A working smoke detector is credited for saving an elderly woman's life Monday morning on Alamance Church Road.

Smoke detectors credited for saving woman's life


Indian skipper MS Dhoni has rubbished reports of a rift between himself and vice-captain Virender Sehwag, declaring people saying such things were simply dreaming them up after a few beers.


Japanese auto maker Nissan has announced that it will launch a new global compact car by March 2010 in Thailand.

Nissan to launch a new global compact car in 2010


BC-MTMissing Rafters,0135 Montana river searchers find rafter's body Eds:


Storm leaders back NRL draft calls Updated: 11:57, Monday March 12, 2012 Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy and captain Cameron Smith have backed calls for an NRL draft.


Video spurs NY to repair Adirondack highway The state Department of Transportation has agreed to start repairs on a main Adirondack highway after frustrated local officials and residents posted a video plea on YouTube.


An armed man was arrested late Tuesday night following a barricade situation with Phoenix police in central Phoenix.

Armed man arrested after barricade situation in Phoenix


Edmonton Eskimos quarterback Ricky Ray was named CFL offensive player of the week on Tuesday.


Space shuttle Endeavour linked with the international space station, kicking off a huge home makeover that will allow twice as many astronauts to live up there beginning next year.

Endeavour links with space station for home makeover


The compulsory government service for doctors has now been reduced to two years from the minimum of three years required previously, Health Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said on Thursday.

Compulsory service for doctors reduced to two years


Senegal is to send former Chadian despot Hissene Habre back to his home country, where he has been sentenced to death in absentia, provoking protests from his lawyer and rights groups.


US President Barack Obama will meet Pope Benedict XVI for the first time at the Vatican on July 10, the White House said Wednesday.

Us president Barack Obama to meet pope Benedict XVI


Graham Kitchener was a relieved man after his showboating almost cost Worcester a place in the Premiership and the £1million that goes with it.

Graham Kitchener's showboating almost costs Worcester a place in the Premiership


Anti-Gaddafi forces in Libya say they have begun the battle for Bani Walid, one of the last remaining loyalist strongholds.

Anti-Gaddafi forces begin battle for Bani Walid


IT services firm Birlasoft announced that it has acquired the engineering design services team of Avtec as part of its strategic move to provide engineering services consulting and outsourcing services.

Birlasoft acquires engineering services team from Avtec


Branson AirExpress reservations are now available to travel agents through Sabre, Worldspan, Apollo and Galileo Global Distribution Systems ticketed through Hahn Air, allowing agents to book connecting flights from all over the world.

Branson AirExpress reservations available to travel agents


Former Governor General of NZ and Chairman of Fiji's Constitution Review Commission in 1997, Sir Paul Reeves has been diagnosed with cancer.


A Haddam man was injured Wednesday after he was pinned between a car and a bus at the Haddam/Killingworth High School bus garage on Little City Road.

Haddam man injured after being pinned between car and bus


This event is to restore broken relationships between fathers and sons to place the fathers back at the head of the family.

To restore broken relationships between fathers and sons.


Ireland will hold a second referendum on the Lisbon Treaty next year, according to a draft statement of the European Union summit convening Thursday and Friday.

Ireland to hold second referendum on Lisbon Treaty next year


Mike Conley struggled with his shot during Saturday's loss to the Bobcats, finishing with eight points on 3-of-10 shooting.

Mike Conley struggles w/ shot on Saturday


A Hong Kong primary school teacher was Tuesday facing a jail term after being convicted of having sex with a girl pupil 280 times, starting when she was 12 years old.

Hong Kong teacher convicted of having sex with pupil 280 times


A CHINESE woman has been accused of trafficking young females to a brothel she ran in central Weston.


The Canadian dollar bounced back from early losses against major currencies during New York afternoon deals on Thursday.

Canadian dollar bounces back from early losses against majors


Cargill Inc. is donating a shipload of rice to alleviate starvation in the Horn of Africa - enough rice to feed nearly 1 million people for one month.


A Northeast Missouri high school student was killed and another injured in a two vehicle crash at 9:30 Friday morning on Highway 63 at the Atlanta junction.


Several sources are noting that Viggo Mortenson has hinted in an interview with Men's Journal that he plans on taking an indefinite break from acting.

Viggo Mortenson takes a break from acting --


Roger Federer insisted Novak Djokovic should be the favourite for the US Open title after beginning his campaign in style under the lights at Flushing Meadows.


Unemployment rose to 2.67m in the three months to December 2011 with the joblessness rate now at a 16 year high, according to official figures released on Wednesday.


Tory Chief Whip Andrew Mitchell, who is MP for Sutton Coldfield, has denied calling a police officer a ``pleb'' during an altercation in Downing Street.


Multiple agencies are outperforming their independent rivals in product sales, particularly in domestic and cruise.

Multiple agencies are outperforming independent rivals


Stetson Oil and Gas has appointed Ahmed Said, as interim president and CEO.

Stetson appoints interim president and CEO


The federal capital police on Sunday arrested 10 alleged criminals involved in different cases of dacoity, abduction for ransom, thefts and drugs smuggling.

Capital police arrest 10 alleged criminals


The Vikings are offering the defensive coordinator job to Indianapolis Colts defensive backs coach Alan Williams and expect him to accept, according to a person with direct knowledge of the situation, adding a disciple of the Tampa 2 style of defense to coach Leslie Frazier's similar system.

Vikings offering defensive coordinator job to Colts db coach Alan Williams


Gov. Chris Gregoire proposed higher taxes on gas, soda, candy and gum Tuesday in order to avoid more government cuts and to help fund education in response to a court order.

Gregoire proposes taxes on gas, soda, candy


Martha Stewart has extended her employment contract with the company she founded, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, it was announced Tuesday.

Martha Stewart extends contract with MSLO


Pune FC went down figting to East Bengal 1-2 in an I-League Round 18 encounter at the Balewadi sports complex on Friday.


``Mother, mother I am sick, call the doctor very quick.''


Florian Thauvin admits that he joined Lille over Arsenal and Newcastle United in order to play first-team football.


The judging panel for the 2010 Man Booker Prize for Fiction is announced today, Wednesday 9 December 2009.

Judges for the 2010 Man Booker Prize for Fiction announced


If you're from New Orleans, you probably know what this means: ``The more things change, the more they stay the same.''


Beauty flowing from wellness continues as the spa2docs discuss the Sundara Inn and Spa.


A public education campaign aimed at reducing unintended pregnancy among young adults is being launched today in Colorado.

Beforeplay campaign aimed at reducing unintended pregnancy in Colorado


German business confidence increased for a second month in June amid signs of a recovery in Europe's largest economy, even as the euro area struggles to emerge from recession and China faces a cash crunch that may slow growth.

German business confidence increases on signs of recovery


Aggression powered Maria Sharapova to victory over Italy`s Sara Errani in her opening match at the $4.9 million WTA championships here, the Russian said.


Houston Rockets rookie forward Royce White refused his D-League assignment to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers and released a statement Sunday, portraying a significant gap between the organization and White.


Greg Biffle explained what it takes to win restrictor plate races during a media session on Friday morning.

Greg Biffle explains what it takes to win restrictor plate races


Two more confirmed cases of influenza A/H1N1 turn up, Australian Department of health and aging said on Wednesday.

2 more confirmed cases of a/H1N1 flu turn up in Australia


Colombo, Nov 26 India today asked Pakistan to dismantle the terror machine operating on its soil and bring perpetrators of the Mumbai attacks to speedy justice as the country marked the second anniversary of the 26/11 strikes.

India asks Pakistan to dismantle terror machines


Actors Charlie Sheen and Lindsay Lohan are set to play lovers in an upcoming sequel of horror parody Scary Movie.

Charlie Sheen and Lindsay Lohan to play lovers


``Foreign investment in China shows no sign of retreating,'' said Albert Ng, chairman of the company's China operations.

Foreign investment shows no sign of retreating


HARLOW Town lost 2-0 at home to Ryman League premier division side AFC Hornchurch in a friendly today.

Harlow Town fc lose at home to AFC Hornchurch in a friendly


Telecom stuck to its earnings forecasts until 2013 at a six-hour analysts briefing in Sydney yesterday.


A survey by TalkTalk Business has found that only 1% of UK SMEs use social media sites such as Twitter and LinkedIn to generate new business prospects.

Only 1% of SMEs use social media to generate new business prospects


ALAMEDA, Calif. Oakland Raiders first-round draft pick DJ Hayden has been released from the hospital after undergoing surgery to remove scar tissue from his abdominal region.


A beluga whale in a Chinese aquarium saved a diver by pushing her out of the water when she had sudden cramps in her legs.


The European commercial vehicle manufacturers are taking the lead in pushing fuel efficiency to new levels with the clear goal to contribute further to sustainable mobility around the world.

Commercial vehicle manufacturers push fuel efficiency to new levels


Internet giant Google today defended plans to photograph millions of British homes and publish the snapshots online.

Google defends plans to photograph millions of British homes


The government today completely liberalised onion exports, allowing shipments without the bar of a minimum export price, a move which would further boost exports of the vegetable.

Government completely liberalises onion exports


Disgraced MP Chris Huhne pressured his ex-wife into having an abortion because it was ``bad timing'', she has told a court.

Chris Huhne pressured me into having abortion, ex-wife vicky Pryce tells court


Spanish bank bosses ruled out on Thursday any need for a European lifeline as the country tried to insulate itself from the Irish economic emergency, but stocks slipped further.

Spanish banks rule out need for lifeline


Salt Lake Police have located one person of interest in a homicide investigation.

Police locate one person of interest in homicide


FRANCE is headed back into recession for the second time in just over three years, the country's central bank has warned.


Two teenage girls were sexually assaulted by two men, one of them armed with a knife, Saturday night in Rancho Peñasquitos, San Diego police said.

Two girls sexually assaulted in Rancho Peñasquitos


A Johannesburg woman was arrested for speeding on the N1 south in Midrand over the weekend, Johannesburg metro police said on Sunday.


Police are looking for a man who robbed the Speedway gas station on East Galbraith Road on February 9.

Police look for a man who robbed a Speedway


Business intelligence initiatives are falling short of expectations with less than one in three companies expected to meet expectations over the next two years.

Business intelligence initiatives falling short of expectations


Qatari club Al Gharafa has sacked coach Bruno Metsu for the team's indifferent form in the domestic league and replaced the well-travelled Frenchman with Brazilian Paulo Silas.


Coach Felix Magath will leave German side Schalke 04 by the end of the season, the Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung newspaper reported on Wednesday.

Coach Felix Magath to leave Schalke by end of season


Former building societies Abbey and Alliance & Leicester are to be merged under a £1.26 billion deal.


Arsenal say they have agreed to sell midfielder Alex Song to Barcelona, one day after Robin van Persie left the Premier League club.


A British fugitive from the law who has been living in Cape Town , was on Monday denied bail in the Cape Town Regional Court .


CEO of Ceradyne Inc. Joel Philip Moskowitz sells 5,918 shares of CRDN on 11/16/2011 at an average price of $31.51 a share.

Ceradyne Inc. (CRDN) ceo Joel Philip Moskowitz sells 5,918 shares


Dr. Suzanne Kavic of the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Ill., near Chicago, says excessive laptop use has been linked to male infertility.


Primera Division side Real Mallorca are seeking compensation from Newcastle United for Argentine winger Jonas Gutierrez.

Real Mallorca seeking compensation for Jonas Gutierrez


Everyone has heard the phrase; you are what you eat, but many do not believe it.


While talking to newsmen, Liaquat Ali Jatoi said that the province of Sindh will get nothing through the constitutional reforms.

Sindh will get nothing through constitutional reforms:


London's historic Evening Standard has become a free paper in a bid to hike its ailing circulation.


A yoga camp in Mumbai saw Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty learning a few yogic asanas from the popular yoga guru, Baba Ramdev.

Shilpa Shetty learns yoga from Baba Ramdev


The popular web series ``Childrens Hospital'' made its television debut last night on Adult Swim.

``Childrens Hospital'' debuts on Adult Swim


Manchester City are ``hopeful'' of completing a deal to sign 19-year-old Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli.

Man City hopeful of signing striker Mario Balotelli


``Dirty Dancing'' star Patrick Swayze has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, but contrary to published reports, his publicist told ABCNEWS.com Wednesday that he is not expected to die from the disease within weeks.


A 19-year-old Glenside man was killed Saturday in an early-morning head-on crash with a private ambulance at Broad and 66th Streets in East Oak Lane, authorities said.


Billboard reports that Slayer guitarist and songwriter Jeff Hanneman passed away.

Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman passes away


Jodie Foster stands by Mel Gibson despite his legal woes, confessing she will love the troubled star for the rest of her life.


Why on earth, then, did they vote for the Republicans in such huge numbers in the midterm elections?


General Motors on Friday offered to reinstate 661 US dealerships slated for closure under its massive restructuring plan, amid legal challenges from the dealers and pressure from lawmakers.

General Motors offers to reinstate 661 US dealerships


CNN's Anderson Cooper said in a public statement on July 2, 2012 that he is gay, adding that while privacy is important for journalists, he did not want to give the impression he was hiding something and wanted to stand up against bullying REUTERS/Courtesy


But several studies suggest getting stressed over your sports team can actually be bad for your heart.

Can getting stressed over your team be bad for your heart?


On Sunday, Nov. 25th, the Rolling Stones kicked off their 50th Anniversary tour at London's O2 Arena.

Rolling Stones kick off 50th Anniversary tour


Indian cash rates fell on Thursday as demand for funds eased, but traders expect it to climb beyond the repo rate on Monday when banks begin to borrow for the new reporting fortnight beginning Saturday.

Cash rates fall as demand for funds eases


Music icon Cher, the rare celebrity to have earned both Oscar and Grammy glory, turns 65 this week with undiminished adoration from millions of fans around the world.


The Energy and Resources Institute is developing renewable energy based cooling technology in partnership with Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation of Australia and an industrial organisation in India.

TERI developing renewable energy based cooling technology


LOS ANGELES - General Motors says the Chevrolet Volt electric car will go on sale late next year in California.


General Motors Co. says it plans to freeze its US pension plan for longtime white-collar workers and give all salaried workers annual bonuses instead of pay raises in an effort to hold down expenses.


Alec Baldwin the head chieftain of the Baldwin clan was rushed to the hospital early this morning.


The Zachary Community School Board approved a $45 million general fund budget that reflects the state freeze on aid to local school districts and increased retirement and other costs.

Zachary Community school board approves $45 million general fund budget


It is Yasmin's first birthday and Zainab is determined to have a family party, but Christian receives some shocking news that threatens to spoil the day.


Top-ranked Rafael Nadal will skip next week's Dubai Tennis Championships to rest a minor knee injury ahead of Spain's opening Davis Cup tie next month.

Rafael Nadal will skip Dubai Tennis Championships to rest a minor knee injury


BT has added a further 63 local branch exchanges to its fibre optic network and will complete rollout to 40 per cent of the country by 2012.

Bt adds 63 local exchanges to its fibre optic network


Montgomery County police are looking for a man associated the man found dead in a wooded area near Interstate 495 in Silver Spring.

Police look for associate of man found dead in wooded area


RWE AG. is planning to expand its water operations in Germany and Eastern Europe, said the head of RWE Energy unit, Heinz-Werner Ufer, in an interview with Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung.

RWE plans to expand its water operations in Germany, Eastern Europe


Tom Cruise wants to make a movie with David Beckham, as he thinks the soccer ace would be great at ''kicking ass'' on screen.

Tom Cruise wants to make movie with becks


An autopsy was pending today on the body of a popular UC Riverside English professor found slain in his Long Beach home over the weekend.

Autopsy pending on body of UC Riverside English professor found slain


A man held a family of four hostage threatening to harm them with a gun Wednesday morning as he tried to get away from law enforcement officials after he attacked his girlfriend, officials said.


``Due to absolutely no demand, soon I'm publishing a book of my tweets,'' he wrote on his Twitter account.


A 24-year-old Laurel man has been charged with negligent homicide in the shooting death of his best friend.


A US district court sentenced three people today for transporting illegal immigrants in two separate incidents after they were arrested in the Jackson area in January.

3 sentenced for transporting illegal immigrants


A pet store owner is facing 38 counts of animal cruelty after investigators from two different law enforcement agencies say they found dogs living in ``deplorable conditions'', with no food or water at two separate store fronts.

Pet store owner faces 38 counts of animal cruelty


ST. JOHN'S, AZ - A nine-year-old Arizona boy accused of fatally shooting his father and his father's roommate has pleaded guilty to negligent homicide in the death of the roommate.


in News Authorities in the Dominican Republic say Florida Marlins closer Leo Nunez will not face charges for using false documents to sign a professional baseball contract.


Jayaprakash Narayan, who launched Lok Satta party in 2006, tells Forbes India that one has to make hard choices in politics right from the start.


Amid complaints that the poor do not get loans easily unlike the rich, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said farmers and women, who were most needy, should be helped as they take the country forward.


Filmmaker Karan Johar who has collaborated with three directors - Dibakar Banerjee, Zoya Akhtar and Anurag Kashyap - for his upcoming film 'Bombay Talkies' says there must be a sequel, 'Bombay Talkies 2'.


Casey Stoner crashes out of his V8 Supercars debut.


Japan on Thursday intervened in currency markets to weaken the yen in an effort to help safeguard the nation's fragile economy from the unit's recent surge close to a post-war high.

Japan intervenes in currency markets to weaken yen


I wonder how Canadians would react if the Mexican government responded in kind and required all Canadians travelling to Mexico to have a visa that would only be obtainable in Ottawa, and not in the consulates.


Convergys Corporation a global leader in relationship management, announced it has been named one of the Top 5 outsourcing companies in the world.

Convergys named one of the Top 5 outsourcing companies in the world


A Lomita nurse is facing up to 10 years in federal prison for her role in a $9.6 million home health-care agency Medicare fraud scheme based in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Nurse facing 10 years in federal prison for Medicare fraud


Actor-turned-politician Chiranjeevi will embark on his second leg of road shows on October 24 covering Telangana, an event being keenly watched in political circles as statehood demand in the region has emerged as a key issue ahead of the elections.

Chiranjeevi`s second leg of road shows to cover Telangana


School aides have ratified a new three-year contract, but officials are still ironing out stipends and job descriptions, mainly in special education.


Arsenal starlet Kieran Gibbs is ready to tie up a season-long loan at Reading this week as a replacement for Nicky Shorey.

Arsenal's Kieran Gibbs to be loaned to Reading


British singer Boy George has pleaded not guilty to charges of false imprisonment following accusations from a male escort.


Nano, the dream car manufactured by Tata Motors, reached Srinagar to an overwhelming response from residents.


Ibereolica has announced that it has plans to build a 360MW solar power plant in the Atacama Desert in Chile, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Ibereolica plans 360MW solar power plant in Atacama Desert


Turkey plans to establish industries in key sectors in Kenya to add value to goods for export.


CS Sfaxien won the Tunisian championship with a 2-1 home victory over Club Africain.


An Apex High School student running to catch a school bus Friday morning on Holt Road was struck by a car and injured, school officials said.


A BARRY charity shop that enables people with learning disabilities to gain retail experience, is appealing for donations from Barry's residents.

Barry charity shop appeals for donations


Motorola has announced three new handsets for CES, the environment friendly MOTO W3233 Renew, tough Tundra VA76r and the new touchscreen MOTOSURF A3100 which runs Windows Mobile 6.1.


Reno Police say a taxi cab driver was beaten and robbed early Saturday Morning near Brinkby and Lakside in Reno.


RAK Airways has announced summer promotion to its nine destinations -- with an attractive starting rate of Dh200, all inclusive, when flying out of Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.


His widow, Ramonita Ortiz, said Torres died of a heart attack on Monday.


Tesco is buying 36 Homever stores in South Korea from the E-Land Group, for £958 million, including existing debt.


``Justin Bieber visited Selena Gomez at her house this afternoon,'' an eyewitness told the publication.

Justin Bieber visits Selena Gomez at her house!


Marcel Granollers won the Swiss Open for his first title in three years, beating Fernando Verdasco 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 on clay Sunday in an all-Spanish final.


The Tennessee Smokies were unable to capitalize on an early 2-0 lead Thursday night against Huntsville, falling 4-3 to the Stars at Smokies Park in front of 3,510 fans.


because companies say his new home doesn't exist.


The complete title of the poem is ``Lines composed a few miles above Tintern Abbey, on revisiting the banks of the Wye during a tour.


A Clinton man was killed in an accident at 6:30 am Friday in Greenbrier at Highway 65 and Highway 25, according to an Arkansas State Police fatal crash summary.


Lea Michele has split from her actor boyfriend Theo Stockman, her rep confirms to Usmagazine.com.

Lea Michele splits with her boyfriend Theo Stockman


Senator Kennedy endorsed Sebelius and the push for reform, and he talked a bit about his own battle with cancer.

Sen. Kennedy endorses Sebelius, pushes for reform


Imperial Oil Ltd reported flaring at its 187,000 barrel-per-day Strathcona refinery in Alberta.

Imperial Oil reports flaring at Strathcona refinery


Minister of Finance and Economy Mlađan Dinkić has said that Serbia managed to sell USD 1 billion worth of Eurobonds in the international market.

Serbia sells USD 1 billion worth of Eurobonds


The US Exim Bank enters the Georgian market for the first time and starts with funding of energy projects, the Georgian Energy Minister Alexander Khetaguri told journalists.


Commerce Secretary Salman Ghani has said the MoU signed between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Washington for renegotiating Afghan Transit Trade has nothing to do with India and is purely a bilateral matter.


One day after Heath Bell blew a save for the fourth time this season, the Miami Marlins demoted him from the closer role.


Science Applications International Corporation announced it was awarded a prime contract by the National Nuclear Security Administration to provide enterprise-wide technical, engineering, and programmatic support services across eight contract areas consisting of program management, nuclear engineering, training, security management, emergency operations, aviation operations, nuclear nonproliferation and emergency management.

SAIC awarded contract by national nuclear security Administration


Asian based airline carrier, Cathay Pacific just released their new iPad app to mixed reviews.


Hunky actor Chris Hemsworth gains 20 pounds....


Tamil actress Khushboo, who expressed her desire to join politics, is likely to join DMK soon, sources said.


Chris Brown is to reportedly read to children at a US school for their annual 'Family Read Night'.

Chris Brown to read to children at a US school?


Bahrain has freed 23 people accused of trying to topple the island's monarchy, along with other prisoners and people detained in last week's protests.


Utah Senator Orrin Hatch has proposed a federal immigration reform bill focused primarily on the increased enforcement of existing laws.


Law enforcement officers are cracking down on boat trailer violations.

Officers crack down on boat trailer violations


President Robert Mugabe has attended his daughter's university graduation in Hong Kong, thanking authorities for protecting her from the media.

Mugabe attends daughter's graduation in Hong Kong


Six months after the City of Arkansas City approved an agreement to share sports facilities with the local school district, the local school board also approved the deal.


Council has a duty to be more open with Oshawa's citizens, editorial, July 11 and Council keeps making the same mistakes, James Sprague letter, July 11.

Council has a duty to be open with citizens


Mamma Mia! star Dominic Cooper is to play James Bond creator Ian Fleming in a new TV show.


Guilford County election officials are expecting high turnouts in Guilford County on Tuesday.

Election officials expecting high turnout in Guilford County


It appears that American Airlines wings have been clipped once again.


Under the agreement, BMW will supply to Saab a turbocharged four-cylinder 1.6-litre engine, which has been tailored to the Swedish company's requirements.


Dunkin' Donuts said on Friday it plans to open its first shop in Shanghai this spring as part of its move into the Chinese market.

Dunkin' Donuts to open shops in Shanghai


US stocks opened higher Wednesday following solid earnings reports from leading technology companies.

US stocks open higher after solid earnings reports


Globe Gazette Des Moines Bureau US Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced today that the state of Iowa is receiving $16 million in federal stimulus dollars to fund energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.

Iowa receives $16 million to fund energy efficiency and renewable energy projects


Kobo has unveiled a new range of e-book readers, one of which features a built-in light for use in the dark.

Kobo unveils new range of e-book readers


Two French citizens were kidnapped by armed men on Wednesday night in Hombori, in Mali, according to police sources and local authorities.


Turkey announced on Thursday that it is going to dispatch a medical rescue team from Istanbul to Pakistan to assist flood victims in that country.

Turkey to dispatch rescue team to Pakistan


Now, I'm wondering whether we need a new theory of relativity for economics, where the standard models are unable to explain a growing number of situations where highly competitive markets are delivering less-than-optimal results.


/quotes/nls/jpm JPM +0.52% , working in partnership with AT&T Business Solutions and EMC, along with The King Center, today announced that The King Center Imaging Project's website -- www.thekingcenter.org/archive -- will go live on Monday, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

The King Center Imaging Project goes live


MPIG could be gone in five years under changes to the GMS contract that take effect from next year, the DoH has said.


Mr Markovic's statement that only healthy people play football is crazy enough on it's own but when you look at the question he was answering, it becomes one of those statements that makes your blood boil.


Dutchess County has released its annual community health status report, which shows a snapshot of the county health and well being indicators.

Dutchess releases its annual health status report


South Korea has freed three Chinese fishermen who were detained earlier this month aftertheir fishing boat collided with a South Korean patrol ship, South Korean coast guard officials said on Saturday.

South Korea frees three Chinese fishermen


A couple of the original Tuskegee Airmen celebrated Black history Month in Illinois on Friday.

Tuskegee Airmen celebrate black history Month


Democratic Party deputy leader Jelena Trivan says that not a single serious state would change its national goals and strategy ahead of every election.

``We cannot change national goals ahead of every election``


Damascus - Syria said on Monday it conditionally accepts observers as part of an Arab plan, as a rights group reported militiamen loyal to the regime killed 34 civilians and dumped their bodies in a city square.


Amtrak train service was rerouted today through Wyoming after a series of small mudslides covered parts of the Union Pacific tracks north of Dotsero.


S Tel on Friday said that it has achieved financial closure for its Rs.2, 000-crore project and that it would start rolling out services this year.


Glencore International PLC is moving zinc to inaccessible locations, forcing industrial users to pay high physical premiums, Reuters reported Wednesday citing sources.

Glencore moves zinc to inaccessible locations, forcing up premiums -Reuters


A rail company that runs mainline trains along the M40 corridor to Birmingham Snow Hill has been fined £350,000 by the Government for the late delivery of station improvements and unauthorised timetable changes.


The Internet has been abuzz lately regarding a rumor Diablo 3 is coming to consoles.


Political parties have adopted a common code conduct for this year's presidential and parliamentary elections.

Parties adopt common code of conduct for elections


Haryana, where polling was held for the 90 assembly constituencies yesterday, has recorded highest ever voter turnout of 72.71% beating the previous record of 72.65% in 1967.

Haryana records highest ever voter turnout of 72.71%


Anger and calls for unity set the tone for a Detroit City Council meeting this morning designed to solicit cost-savings ideas from labor unions to avoid insolvency and the appointment of an emergency manager.

Anger and calls for unity set tone for Detroit city council meeting with labor unions


Just as the highly-anticipated news of his ``Two and a Half Men'' replacement went public, Charlie Sheen spoke out to congratulate Ashton Kutcher on his new job while throwing a jab at his former CBS bosses.

Charlie Sheen congratulates Ashton Kutcher


Online hockey picks site ProlineHockeyPicks.com has today launched its affiliate program, allowing selected website owners to make additional commission income through marketing their revolutionary NHL hockey betting system.

ProlineHockeyPicks.com launches affiliate program


Premature babies are sensitised to pain by intensive care treatments they receive after birth, a study suggests.

Premature babies 'sensitised to pain by intensive care'


In a press conference, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie asked a reporter if they were stupid for asking an off-topic question.

Gov. Chris Christie asks reporter: ``are you stupid?''


President Goodluck Jonathan on Monday, condemned alleged involvement of traditional rulers in communal crises in the country which had resulted in the killings of a sizeable number of people, including the youth.

Jonathan condemns involvement of traditional rulers in communal crises


Betting group Sportech said it continued to trade in line with expectations and focus on cash generation and debt reduction.

Sportech trading in line with expectations


Zetterberg, who missed the entire first round of the playoffs with an injured knee, participated in the full practice with his teammates at Joe Louis Arena.

Zetterberg participates in full practice


Concerns about violence in Mexico have led a majority of firms polled to scale back their level of operations there, or to consider doing so, according to a new survey released by International SOS Assistance, Inc.

Concerns about violence in Mexico have led majority of firms to scale back operations:


The driver of a pickup truck was killed Saturday afternoon when his truck slammed into a tree on Park Avenue in South Corning, just beyond the Corning City line.

Driver killed after slamming into tree in South Corning


Minot Police say a high-risk sex offender has moved into a northwest Minot neighborhood.


Calls to curb 'birthplace war' Updated: 09:37, Wednesday March 6, 2013 Migrant advocates and business groups have urged Labor and the Coalition to stop politicking over foreign workers and asylum seekers.


S. Korea to start broadcasts on unification with North The unification ministry said an Internet broadcasting channel would begin operating around September 26.


Feet on the stool, beer in hand I'm TV watching the Queen in Ottawa how was I to know that gold was collapsing right before everyone's eyes.

Gold collapsing right before everyone's eyes


State-owned oil firms have hiked auto LPG prices by Rs 6 per litre, the third increase this year.

Oil firms hike Auto LPG prices by Rs 6 per litre


Mitesh Thacker, Technical Analyst, miteshthacker.com is of the view that Bharat Forge has target of Rs 280.


A north downtown bakery was robbed at gunpoint very early Thursday morning, Omaha police said.


A 31-year-old Hilton Head Island man was charged with attempted murder after he fired a rifle at a woman Wednesday night, according to the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office.


Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine has returned $120,000 in questionable contributions that were funneled to his gubernatorial campaign by two Georgia insurance companies.

Oxendine returns $120,000 in contributions


Indonesia has raised the alert level for two volcanoes in the Sunday Strait and Mollucas island chain to the second highest following increased volcanic activities, a volcanology official said on Tuesday.

Indonesia raises alert for two volcanoes


Saudi Aramco will halt fuel oil exports three months ahead of the start of summer, due to swelling demand for power generation fuels and tighter gas supplies, industry sources said on Monday.


Physicists from Rice University and Princeton University have discovered how to use one of the information technology industry's mainstay materials -- gallium arsenide semiconductors -- as an ultrasensitive microwave detector that could be suitable for next-generation computers.

Physicists discover ultrasensitive microwave detector


The US stocks managed to gain throughout the mid-day session as on one hand the world's largest economy had its second quarter final reading of its GDP showing an unexpected contraction of -0.7% which was better than the market forecasts and the prior contraction of -1.0%, whereas on the other hand gains by the technology and commodity producers supported accordingly the rise of overall shares.

US stocks manage to gain throughout the mid-day session...


Viz Media , LLC, one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, has redesigned its official online store at http://store.viz.com.

Viz Media redesigns official online store


Daimler AG, the world's second-largest maker of luxury cars, is recalling about 3,108 Viano and Vito vehicles in China due to problems with the air bag, brake system and spare wheels, according to China's General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine, the country's quality watchdog.

Daimler AG recalls 3,108 Viano and Vito vehicles in China


The Netherlands is selling 1,100 army vehicles to Jordan, including a large number of armoured vehicles and freight trucks.

Netherlands sells army vehicles to Jordan


Bajaj Auto and Maruti Suzuki are looking weak, says Jai Bala, Chief Market Technician, cashthechaos.com.


Gov. Jay Nixon is praising Missouri farmers for helping to feed, fuel and clothe Americans and people throughout the world.


Oil rose above $141 a barrel Wednesday, with analysts warning that prices may spike further amid persistent concerns over tight supply and tensions in the Middle East.


After nine months of stalemate, the Iraqi Parliament approved a unity government that leaves Nouri al-Maliki as prime minister.

Iraqi Parliament approves unity government


This is what's in the news for Wednesday, June 1st.


Eisner Award-winning Sean Phillips has joined the New York Times best-selling Dark Tower creative team!


``I saw people knocking themselves over leadership when I am still around and I said these are going to kutomeeza the revolution ushered in by the NRM. So I decided to hang around,'' Museveni said.


Kitsap County is submitting government paperwork to officially take possession of the Point No Point lighthouse.

Kitsap county taking possession of lighthouse


Australian cricket team vice-captain Shane Watson, who left the tour of India mid-way, became a father on Thursday after his wife Lee gave birth to a baby boy.


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While it may not sound all that rare, one Colorado kindergarten class has two sets of multiples - and the chances of that happening are ``astronomical'', according to reports.

Colorado kindergarten class has two sets of multiples!


The number of mobile phone subscribers in the world will reach 5.9 billion by 2013, predicts market research firm Infonetics.

Mobile phone subscribers may reach 5.9 billion by 2013:


TV presenter Eamonn Holmes is set to make a one-off cameo on teen soap Hollyoaks.

Tv presenter Eamonn Holmes to make cameo on Hollyoaks


I hear it over and over again both during my conversations on the road, and as I skim the headlines each day, that we are in a battle for the common good.


The former Congolese warlord and presidential candidate Jean-Pierre Bemba has been arrested in Belgium.

Former Congolese warlord arrested in Belgium


China A-shares closed sharply higher, with investor confidence recovering due to hopes the government will announce more market-boosting policies, dealers said.


Local pastors are seeking help for homeless people in Thief River Falls.

Local pastors seek help for the homeless


CAPE TOWN, South Africa - Seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong has arrived in South Africa ahead of his appearance in the Cape Argus cycling race.


California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger declared a state of emergency Tuesday as wind-whipped wildfires got close to Los Angeles killing two people, destroying dozens of structures and forcing thousands to flee.

Schwarzenegger declares state of emergency amidst wildfires


Welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather announce 'permanent' retirement from boxing.


PITMEN boss Dean Edwards is looking to strengthen his squad in the next couple of weeks in order to combat the growing number of games the side are about the play.


JSW Steel is unlikely to invest in JFE Holdings of Japan as part of the strategic collaboration agreement between the two companies.


Carbon levels have reached a point of no return and may trigger disastrous climate change -- unless they are reversed, scientists have warned.

Carbon levels may trigger disastrous climate change


A delegation of US congressmen led by Democrat congressman Jim Marshall will arrive in Georgia Sept. 6.

Delegation of US congressmen to arrive in Georgia


Veteran guard Montrae Holland, whom the Cowboys cut before the season started, will visit Valley Ranch on Tuesday, according to a source.

Montrae Holland to visit Valley Ranch on Tuesday


WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama, preparing to make his second nominee to the Supreme Court, warned Wednesday of a ``conservative'' brand of judicial activism in which the courts are often not showing appropriate deference to the decision of lawmakers.

Obama warns of a 'conservative' judicial activism


IFA consolidator Perspective has set up a new operational board and promoted group mergers and acquisitions manager David Hesketh to group mergers and acquisitions director and group regulatory manager Julie Hepworth to group regulatory director.

Perspective sets up new operational board


A former research chemist with global pharmaceutical company sanofi-aventis admitted on Tuesday to stealing sanofi-aventis trade secrets and making them available for sale through a US subsidiary of a Chinese chemical company in China, authorities said.

Chemist admits to stealing sanofi-aventis secrets


Alec Baldwin chooses a baby name Updated: 20:42, Tuesday March 5, 2013 Alec Baldwin wants to call his unborn baby Massimo but his wife Hilaria isn't too sure about the name.


UK access rental and training company Lifterz has opened a powered access rental operation in Plymouth.


Asda has pledged to introduce 6,000 apprenticeships by the end of this year, and up to 25,000 by the end of 2012 as it seeks to change the face of retail as a career choice.


US stock index futures edged up on Thursday, ahead of a busy day of corporate earnings and economic data.


A fire that broke out May 29 at the Iranian oil well in Neft Shahr field, located in the city of Ghasr-Shirin, Kermanshah province, was extinguished after 40 days, ISNA agency reported.

Fire broke out at Iranian field extinguished after 40 days


The BSE benchmark Sensex tumbled 202 points in the mid-session trade due to fresh selling mainly in metal, banking, capital goods, consumer durable, realty and refinery counters on the back of weak Asian cues.

Sensex tumbles 202 points in mid-session


Rafael Nadal beat Argentina's Martin Alund at the Brazil Open to reach his second successive final since returning from a serious knee injury.

Rafael Nadal beats Martin Alund at the Brazil Open


A 27 year-old woman was burnt to death here after her car caught fire, a police officer said Friday.

Woman burnt to death as car catches fire


A midwife has lost a Supreme Court challenge to an inquiry by An Bord Altranais into allegations of professional misconduct against her.


Finnish Defense has selected Accenture to transform its enterprise resource planning solution into a defense industry solution by extending current functionality with new industry-related features.

Finnish Defense selects Accenture to transform its enterprise resource planning solution


If you're interested in which foods have the most or least pesticides, check out the new What's On My Food? database created by the Pesticide Action Network.


Ghana has improved in its fight against corruption in the Public Sector.

Ghana improves in fight against corruption


Browns starting safety Abe Elam, who signed his one-year tender recently, wrote on his blog on www.abeelam.com this week that there will be no hard feelings despite the contract dispute.

Cleveland Browns safety Abe Elam: ``there will be no hard feelings''


A South Florida home sustained severe damage after a fire started in a window air conditioning unit Monday night.


Four young Dutchmen have been arrested in north Kenya on the border with Somalia on suspicion of helping the Islamic rebel organisation al-Shabaab, reports ANP news service on Wednesday.


England star Kevin Pietersen has committed his future to Surrey for as long as he remains an international player, it was confirmed on Thursday.


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Crude oil surged to the highest level in 17 months after March data showing employers in the US, the world's biggest oil consumer, added the most jobs in three years, bolstering optimism that fuel demand will climb.

Oil surges to highest level in 17 months


Residents of Selebi Phikwe West have hailed the proposed plan to attach unemployed college and university graduates at various government departments.


The Arts of Korea gallery at the MFAH will be reinstalled with 43 new, exclusive loans of ancient Korean works of art, primarily from the National Museum of Korea and the AMOREPACIFIC Museum of Art in Seoul, Korea.

Arts of Korea gallery at MFAH to be reinstalled with 43 new loans


The Phoenix Suns have waived veteran swingman Mickael Pietrus after reaching a buyout agreement on Pietrus' $5.3 expiring contract.


A MAN who was found in trespassing at a vacant house in Balbriggan has been sentenced to two months in prison at Swords District Court last week.


The Elant at Newburgh nursing home has been cited by the state for an ``actual harm'' or ``immediate jeopardy'' incident at its facility.

Elant at Newburgh cited for 'actual harm or immediate jeopardy'


After a disappointing performance on the MTV VMAs, Kanye returns to New York to perform with Jay-Z.


State Sen. Barbara Buono wins Democratic nomination for New Jersey governor State Sen. Barbara Buono wins Democratic nomination for New Jersey governor.


A new study has revealed that women are most likely to have affairs out of wedlock in their early 30s as they see it as a way to maximise their chances of reproducing, British newspaper 'The Daily Telegraph' reported.

Women 'likely to have affairs in early 30s'


Yang Baibing, a veteran revolutionary and strong proponent of economic liberalisation, has died.


As the press service of Armenia's Emergency Service informs Armenian News-NEWS.am, the rescuers lowered the patient down from the 5th floor.

Rescuers lowered down patient from 5th floor


A man declared legally dead 16 years ago was arrested in Mississippi for the kidnapping of a Las Vegas girl whose body was found in Louisiana, and authorities were pressing the suspect Monday for information on the girl's missing mother.

Man declared dead arrested in kidnapping


An Ellisberry family was displaced from their home due a fire Thursday night.


Brian Burke told a throng of reporters on Monday that he wants a trade in time for Tuesday's game.

Burke wants a trade in time for Tuesday's game


The United States State Department confirmed that all of the three remaining presidential candidates' passport files have been breached, as investigations of several contract workers have accessed the files.

All three presidential candidates' passport files breached


Google will let publishers limit readers to five free articles per day.

Google to let publishers limit free articles


Two birds that tested positive for West Nile virus were found in the East Bay, the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District announced Tuesday.

Two birds test positive for West Nile virus in East Bay


BRONZE Age axes found in Buckinghamshire using illegal metal detection were sold on internet auction site ebay, English Heritage warned today.


Somebody does not understand my praise because you do not know where Yahweh, the God who redeems has brought me from.


Branstad, a Republican, rejected two tax breaks -- one designed to help businesses, the other to help the working poor.


Aker Solutions has acquired a fabrication business in the north-east of Scotland in a strategic move to augment its services to local clients.

Aker Solutions acquires fabrication business


South Korea has released three Chinese fishermen after questioning them over a maritime scuffle with the coast guard.

South Korea releases three Chinese fishermen


Manny Pacquiao weighed in just one pound lighter than Miguel Cotto as the Filipino was greeted by deafening cheers on the eve of Saturday's WBO welterweight title fight.

Pacquiao weighs in one pound lighter than Cotto


Egyptian police shot and killed a Sudanese man as he tried to cross the border illegally into Israel on Friday, a security official told AFP.

Egypt police kill Sudanese trying to cross into Israel


The last US combat brigade has left Iraq, seven years and five months after George Bush, the former US president, defied the UN Security Council and invaded the country in March 2003.


European Union lawmakers voted on Wednesday to increase the EU's 2011 budget by 5.9 percent from this year, brushing aside protests by many governments who say such a large hike is unacceptable at a time of austerity.

EU lawmakers voted on Wednesday to increase the EU's 2011 budget by 5.9 percent from this year despite protests


Mariah Carey, who had previously cancelled a tour amid reports that she is expecting, is definitely pregnant, according to sources.


Beverage Packaging in Ukraine report offers insight into key trends and developments driving packaging of all major types of beverage products: alcoholic drink, soft drinks and hot drinks.

Beverage packaging in Ukraine report offers insight into key trends and developments driving packaging


Deputy Police Commissioner-General Jongrak Juthanon insisted Saturday that police will not use force to disperse protesters inside the Government House.

Jongrak insists police will not use force to disperse protesters


Mumbai, July 22 The Indian rupee appreciated by 13 paise to Rs 44.37 against the US dollar in early trade on the Interbank Foreign Exchange today, boosted by gains posted by the euro and other currencies against the American dollar overseas.

Rupee appreciates by 13 paise against US dollar in early trade


President Barack Obama says he's sending his jobs bill to Congress on Monday and lawmakers should pass it immediately with no games, politics or delays.

Obama to send jobs bill to Congress Monday


Indian shares ended flat on Wednesday as active participants refrained from long positions in the absence of fresh triggers, with HDFC gaining after cutting its prime lending rate, while NTPC slipped ahead of a share sale.


A major Murillo fire that completely destroyed a business and several sports cars in the town's industrial park is now under investigation.

Murillo fire destroys business, sports cars


A civil lawsuit filed today by former employees reveals new allegations of wrongdoing by administrators at a troubled Campbell County boys home.

Lawsuit reveals new allegations of wrongdoing at boy's home


Social networking giant Facebook has acquired Snaptu, a mobile app solutions company that has a product by the same name.


The Ministry of Labour has asked firms not penalise employees stranded by reason of cancelled flights through deductions in salary or termination of service.

Ministry to firms: do not penalise those stranded


``I will stay in Bordeaux,'' Fernando told L'Equipe.


The US military said Friday that Afghan and international troops had killed 30 militants in Afghanistan's province of Helmand, a flashpoint region where the Taliban control several districts.


A Delavan man will face a June 4 preliminary hearing on charges of soliciting sex from a teenage girl.

Delavan man charged with soliciting sex from teenage girl


To woo traders ahead of Delhi elections, Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday formed a forum of industrialists and businessmen.

Aam Aadmi Party forms forum of industrialists


The biggest German regional bank LBBW will eliminate 2,500 posts, or a fifth of its workforce, by 2013, a source close to shareholders told AFP on Thursday.

German bank LBBW to eliminate 2,500 posts: source


The Philippine Azkals try to rebound from a scoreless draw with Cambodia when they take on Singapore tonight in a friendly match at the Jurong West Stadium.


Threat of license suspensions has deadbeat parents paying State officials announced Sunday that notices have been sent to more than 6,000 Illinois drivers warning that their licenses could be suspended or revoked for their failure to pay child support.


Chelsy Davy announced the end of her five-year relationship to Prince Harry on Facebook, the social networking website.

Chelsy Davy announces end of relationship to Prince Harry on Facebook


Spanish tenor Jose Carreras, who with Luciano Pavarotti and Placido Domingo formed the ``Three Tenors'', the most famous trio in opera history, said in an interview in London today he was retiring from opera.


LONDON Chanting G-20 protesters clashed with riot police in central London on Wednesday, overwhelming police lines, vandalizing the Bank of England and smashing windows at the Royal Bank of Scotland.

Protesters clash with police at Bank of England


Derivatives exchange Eurex launched Europe's first exchange-traded single stock dividend futures on Monday, which could give insight on market expectations for companies' dividend policies.

Eurex launches single stock dividend futures


A man stole a piece of jewelry from a Macy's clerk in Prairie Village Monday morning.


The NFL and NFL Players Association have agreed that, beginning this season, the trade deadline will be pushed back from week six to week eight, according to NFL.com.


GMTV host Kate Garraway was rushed to hospital yesterday after suffering from appendicitis, according to a report.


TrustLaw, a Thomson Reuters Foundation service, on Thursday published a series of articles, infographics and videos in a special report on child marriage.

Trustlaw publishes special report on child marriage


Jean Paul Sarte once famously said, ``When the rich make war, it's the poor who die.''


A NEW online casino with a mobile gaming platform has been launched in the Isle of Man.

New online casino launched in the Isle of Man


A top UN official warned of ``''very grave``'' humanitarian problems in Iraq, including a lack of food and the internal displacement of more than two million people.

UN warns of 'very grave' problems in Iraq


Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that they have re-signed defenders Adrian Cann and Diaz Kambere.


WikiLeaks has been losing some half a million euros a week since it began publishing confidential US cables.

Wikileaks losing half a million euros a week:


The Northland Christian Cougars won their home opener this weekend against Lutheran South in a landslide 37-7 victory.


Rachel McAdams is set to star in 'Passion', the English language re-make of French drama 'Crime d'Amour'.


) today made available its new Osprey® 820e video capture card that integrates audio with a traditional graphics interface - an industry first.

Video capture card integrates audio with graphics interface.


A BSF jawan was today killed in sniper fire from Pakistan across the Line of Control as second infiltration bid was foiled in Mandi area of Poonch district, official sources said.


Pittsburgh International Airport hopes to cut rates to the airlines by June after approval of $20 million in borrowing today.

Pittsburgh Airport hopes to cut rates to airlines


Jamie's Christmas with Bells will be broadcast from Sunday, 9 December at 16:30 on BBC Lifestyle, channel 174 on DStv.

Jamie's Christmas with Bells to be broadcast on BBC Lifestyle


It has been revealed that Queen legend Freddie Mercury dressed Princess Diana up as a male model in order to sneak her in to a London gay club.

Freddie Mercury sneaked Princess Diana into a gay club


An 18-year-old Missoula man is charged with felony negligent vehicular assault for a weekend crash that badly injured a 16-year-old girl.

Man charged with vehicular assault in crash


Israel launched an airstrike into Syria, apparently targeting a suspected weapons site, US officials said on Friday night.


Another body of Shaheed soldier has been recovered from Gayari sector of Siachen on Friday bringing the total number of bodies recovered so far to 24.

Another body of soldier recovered from Gayari


Most recent reports collected by Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resources Development state the tanker rollover spilled 9,000 litres of diesel on Highway 40, 45 kilometres north of Hinton.

Tanker rollover spills 9,000 litres of diesel north of Hinton


ATP Buenos Aires betting enters the second round and on the docket are several eye-catching matchups, including Swiss No.2 Stanislas Wawrinka and home favourite Juan Monaco.


Tony van Renterghem, a Dutch war hero who spent 35 years in Hollywood working in cinematography and as a technical, historical and script adviser, died July 19 at his home in Sequim, Wash.


Dick Allgire goes to Waikiki to check out why people can't hear civil defense sirens there.


Lewis Hamilton produced a near-flawless performance today when he took full advantage of the early retirement of double world champion Sebastian Vettel to win a sizzling 'day-night' Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.


A 21-year-old man was found fatally shot in the head Friday night in Pontiac in an apparent street robbery, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office said.


HP has unveiled optimised Converged Infrastructure and planning services for SAP high-performance analytic appliance to help clients increase speed and availability of business information.

HP unveils Converged Infrastructure and planning services for SAP


Motorola Inc. on Thursday posted an unexpected profit for the second quarter after several quarters of losses, and said it expected things to keep improving this year.


The former Solicitor General of the United States will speak in Milwaukee in March.

Former Solicitor General to speak in Milwaukee


New Zealand residential building consents fell for the third month in four in March, underlining the tepid pace of recovery in a housing market that is facing tighter tax rules and less activity from developers.


Suffolk is closing three facilities early Tuesday due to the aftermath of the recent snowstorm.


On the occasion of the 102nd birth anniversary of socialist thinker Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, Samajwadi Party president Mulayam Singh Yadav released a book titled 'Dr. Lohia:


Former Memphis Mayor Willie Herenton has filed letters of intent with the state to open nine charter schools in Memphis and Shelby County by next year.


On Wednesday, August 25, I gave a presentation called How limited global oil supply may affect climate change policies at the MIT-NESCAUM Endicott House Symposium on climate change.


British house prices have rose for a fifth month running in September, pushing property values back up to levels last seen a year ago.


A pedestrian has died following a collision with a vehicle on the A55 in Flintshire.


Daniel Gibson will miss ``at least one game and perhaps more'' after injuring his left quad on Sunday.

Daniel Gibson to miss 'at least' one game


Heroes Hollywood couple Hayden Panettiere,19, and Milo Ventimiglia,31, have broken up and called their relationship quits at some point within the past week a source close to USmagazine tells the outlet.

Heroes couple Hayden Panettiere and Milo Ventimiglia call it quits


US consumer prices rose modestly in March as falling electricity costs countered higher gasoline prices, boosting the view the US Federal Reserve has room to provide more support for the economy if needed.

US consumer prices rise modestly in March


Zookeepers said they are struggling to keep the animals warm as temperature continued to decrease Wednesday.

Zookeepers struggle to keep animals warm


Attorneys for Amy Senser, the wife of a former Vikings player who was found guilty earlier this month for her hit-and-run crash that killed a Minneapolis chef, filed a motion Friday asking a judge to set aside the unanimous jury convictions and enter a judgment of acquittal.

Amy Senser files motion to set aside jury convictions


Jay Mariotti, the opinionated and polarizing sports columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times, told the Chicago Tribune he resigned on Tuesday after 17 years with the paper.

Sun-Times columnist jay Mariotti resigns


Italy forward Mario Balotelli injured his right knee in training, putting his availability for Monday's European Championship match with Ireland in question.

Italy striker Mario Balotelli injures knee in training


Pop superstar Prince is adamant he will never sell his songs on the internet, insisting web-based outlets will soon disappear because they are no longer ``hip''.


Toyota Motor Corp said on Tuesday it will suspend sales of eight models involved in a recall announced last week for potentially faulty accelerator pedals.

Toyota suspends sales of eight models in recall


A statement from the Afghan Presidential Palace said Sunday that Pakistani forces fired 470 rockets into the Afghan border regions in the past three weeks, killing 36 people, including 12 children, Xinhua reported.

Pakistan denies firing rockets at Afghanistan


The mid-March snow may set a record along the Oregon coast, where some spots received more than 6 inches.


Minister of Foreign Affairs of Portugal Luis Amado will pay an official visit to Azerbaijan this week.

Portugal's Foreign Minister Luis Amado to visit Azerbaijan this week


Motorola on Tuesday filed a new lawsuit in Florida charging Apple with infringing six patents in the iPhone 4S and four of those patents in iCloud.

Motorola files new lawsuit against Apple


President Obama implored Senate Democrats today to stay aggressive in pushing their agenda despite the loss of one vital seat, saying: ``We still have to lead.''

Obama to Democrats: 'We still have to lead'


Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said banged up quarterback Kyle Parker will be ready for the Tigers next game with Miami on Oct. 2.

Clemson Tigers qb Kyle Parker will be ready for next game


Amnesty International Thursday called for the immediate release of leading Chinese dissident Liu Xiaobo, saying that the case against him was proof that there is no freedom of expression or independent judiciary in China.

Amnesty International calls for release of Liu Xiaobo


Co-founder of Microsoft gives away his half fortune on his to become philanthropist.


The Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay will sponsor a cheerleading clinic on Wednesday evenings until Dec. 7.

Girl Scouts to sponsor cheerleading clinic


NCAA president Myles Brand said Saturday he has pancreatic cancer and that the long-term prognosis is ``not good.''

NCAA president Brand has pancreatic cancer


The Calgary Flames announced Thursday that they have signed forward Mikael Backlund to a one-year contract worth US$725,000.


Whitney Houston in London displayed more strange behavior on stage, as reported at Yahoo News.

Whitney Houston in London displays more strange behavior;


The UNC board of governors on Friday approved interim financing for UNCG to begin its quad renovations.

UNC board approves interim financing for UNCG quad renovations


BuzzCity, one of the worlds's leading mobile advertising networks with over 2500 publishers across the globe today announced a partnership with MediaMind, the leading provider of campaign management and agency ad-serving solutions.

BuzzCity announces partnership with MediaMind


Actually most animal species - including many of the ones people eat - are vegetarian.


The social-networking firm Facebook is set to launch an email service, weekend media reports say.

Facebook set to launch email service: reports


GMAC Financial Services said it was cutting 5,000 jobs at its ResCap mortgage lending subsidiary, or 60 percent of the staff, and closing all 200 GMAC Mortgage retail offices.

GMAC to cut 5,000 jobs, close all 200 retail offices


International Paper announced today that it has completed the sale of approximately 13,000 net acres of subsurface mineral rights located in the Haynesville Shale natural gas formation in northwest Louisiana to Chesapeake Energy Corporation for approximately $263 million.

International Paper completes sale of mineral rights to Chesapeake Energy Corporation for approximately $263 million


The Toronto Argonauts named Maas as their receivers coach Tuesday.

Argos name Maas as their receivers coach


Southwest Airlines bid $170 million on Monday to take Frontier Airlines out of bankruptcy protection, well above the $108.8 million offered by regional jet operator Republic Airways Holdings.

Southwest bids $170 million for Frontier Airlines


Rep. Bob Etheridge apologized Monday for his physical confrontation with two young men who identified themselves as students and asked if the North Carolina Democrat ``fully supports the Obama agenda.''


A 21-year-old Millheim man was charged with public drunkenness Sunday morning after state police at Rockview said he was acting disorderly in front of a Millheim bar.

Millheim man charged with public drunkenness


Government bond yields plunged across maturities Friday in one of the biggest intra-day day falls seeen in recent years, before profit taking pushed yields back up somewhat, dealers said.


Scotia Capital has hired New-York-based John Stracquadanio to serve alongside Patrick Blessing as co-head of the global prime brokerage business, the wholesale banking division of Bank of Nova Scotia said Wednesday.

Scotia Capital hires co-head for global prime brokerage business


Antipsychotic drugs may harm unborn children if a pregnant mother-to-be takes them.


BASC has secured the future of wildfowling on 143km of foreshore in England and Wales by helping sixteen wildfowling clubs successfully renew their wildfowling consents, and any associated leases in the last year.

BASC secures future of wildfowling on 143km of foreshore


CBS won its second consecutive summer week in viewers with five of top 10 programs, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending June 10.


Restaurant Brands is to sell some of its Pizza Hut stores to owner-operators, under a new arrangement with Yum!

Restaurant Brands to sell some Pizza Hut stores


A British soldier has been killed in action in Afghanistan,s opium-growing south and two insurgents arrested for a blast that killed two US troopers a week ago, military forces said Tuesday.


Vasco, March 30 Educational researcher Sugata Mitra said here Saturday that good education in India was limited to only those in cities and that the quality of education is dismal in rural India.


Brokerage house Nomura expects core inflation to start rising next quarter onwards as it feels an uptick in demand will coincide with a shortage in production capacity.

Core inflation will start rising next quarter:


A woman was killed after she crashed her car on Highway 100 near State Route 840 in Williamson County.


A team of medical doctors constituted by the Ministry of Health has conducted tests on a family struck by a mysterious disease in Kitwe.


ISRAEL has quizzed dozens of pro-Palestinian activists who flew in yesterday and has blocked hundreds more by threatening airlines with the cost of shipping back unwanted arrivals.

Israel quizzes pro-Palestinian activists


she'll join the judging panel of the new Australian reality TV talent show I Will Survive.

Rachael taylor joins the judging panel of 'I will Survive'


Barcelona defender Daniel Alves on Sunday denied team mate Cesc Fabregas racially abused Sevilla striker Frederic Kanoute in Saturday's 0-0 La Liga draw.

Alves denies Fabregas racially abused Kanoute


A high-level committee chaired by RBI Deputy Governor Usha Thorat to review the Lead Bank Scheme has recommended that a bank should fully cooperate in opening and operating a weekly banking outlet for ensuring full financial inclusion in villages with a population of over 2,000.

Banks must cooperate in operating weekly banking outlet:


Top recruit Jabari Parker has signed his letter of intent to play at Duke.


A Manchester businessman has received an award for his enthusiasm for crime prevention and awareness.


Sampdoria fans staged a protest outside the club's training ground, demanding the sacking of coach Alberto Cavasin and insulting players.


Northeast Wisconsin Technical College will host its fifth annual engineering open house on Thursday in the Manufacturing Technology Center of the school, 2740 W. Mason St., Green Bay

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College to host open house


Mortgage rates rose this week but still remained below 5 percent, Freddie Mac said Thursday.


Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson has left the game against the Atlanta Hawks with a head injury and will not return.

Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson leaves game with head injury


The Sun, The Independent and the Guardian are all harping about Manchester United signing Carrick from Tottenham next week.

Manchester United ``sign'' Carrick from Tottenham?


A strong 6.5 magnitude earthquake hit central Chile but there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties, local emergency officials said.


NEW YORK - CBS says former ``60 Minutes'' humorist Andy Rooney has died just a month after his final commentary aired.

Former '60 Minutes' commentator Andy Rooney dies


PITTSBURGH-The Cubs will call up Triple-A Iowa outfielder Sam Fuld today to replace Aaron Miles, who is headed to the 15-day disabled list with a hyper-extended right elbow.

Cubs call up Sam Fuld to replace Aaron Miles, who heads to disabled list


Nelson, now the Golden State Warriors' coach, won about $6.3 million Thursday in his arbitration case against Cuban in a ruling by retired judge Glen M. Ashworth.

Don Nelson wins arbitration case against Mark Cuban


The Washington Wizards today announced the team acquired forwards Emeka Okafor and Trevor Ariza from the New Orleans Hornets in exchange for forward Rashard Lewis and the 46th overall pick in the upcoming 2012 NBA Draft.

Washington Wizards acquire forwards Emeka Okafor and Trevor Ariza


Cowboys, Panthers come forward in probe Updated: 23:39, Monday February 11, 2013 North Queensland and Penrith on Monday night became the first NRL teams to come forward as the witch hunt to find the clubs involved in the Australian Crime Commission's probe into the use of illicit drugs began in earnest.


A South Dakota woman has been sentenced in federal court for embezzling rent money while managing a low-income apartment complex in the Rosebud Indian Reservation town of Mission.

Woman sentenced for embezzling rent money


Chicago State University's President Dr. Wayne Watson announced today that on August 30, 2010, Chicago State University began an 18-month, campus-wide effort to study its athletics program as part of the NCAA Division I athletics certification program.

Chicago State University to study athletics program


Wall street giant Bank of America has reported a wider-than-expected quarterly loss of three point six billion euro.


Tony Danza filed for divorce from his wife, Tracy, after 24 years of marriage, TMZ reports.

Tony Danza files for divorce after 24 years of marriage


I repeat; the Air Force Falcon has fled the Independence Bowl, and is at large in the Shreveport area.

The Air Force falcon has fled the Independence Bowl


North Texas lawmakers hope sound legislation to extend income tax cuts and to keep the government running will fly in the lame duck session resuming Monday.


The University of Maryland will announce this afternoon that it is joining the Big Ten conference.

University of Maryland to join Big Ten conference


Yash Raj films' latest movie 'New York' is scaling new heights on box office everyday as large number of people rushing toward ticket window that led to a good collection in the opening week.

'New York' scaling new heights on box office


Romantic drama ``The Vow'' topped the North American box office at the weekend, beating back strong competition from three other films in their first week of release, industry figures showed Monday.

'The Vow' tops North American box office


HAGATNA, Guam >> A Guam official says 60 percent the Marines the US plans to move to Guam from Okinawa will rotate through while the rest will be stationed on the island.

Guam official: 60 percent of Marines will rotate


The Rolling Stones will play Britain's Glastonbury music festival for the first time, organizers announced Wednesday, joining Arctic Monkeys and folk band Mumford & Sons as headliners at the three-day June event.

Rolling Stones to play Glastonbury festival


Brazil scraped their way to a flattering 3-0 friendly win over France on Sunday in an ugly, disjointed match against opponents who were even worse off than themselves.

Brazil scrape their way to 3-0 win over France


London, Jan 5 Pop star Cheryl Cole wants to take out six months from her busy schedule to meditate on a mountain after a stressful year, which included a marriage split and contracting malaria.

Cheryl Cole wants to meditate on a mountain


Two Syrian journalists have been killed in the capital, according to reports on Sunday from Syrian state news agency SANA and an Arab satellite station.


Moga, Feb 12 Hitting out at Sukhbir Singh Badal for his remarks that several Congress leaders want to join SAD but the party ``will pick only diamonds among the stones'', Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh today asked where had all the Akalis gone.


Cindy Crawford was sad, sick, and unrecognizable when she dressed up as Amy Winehouse to join a host of other celebrities at Kate Hudson's Halloween bash in LA.

Cindy Crawford dresses up as Amy Winehouse for Halloween


Chace Crawford has admitted that he has used dating sites.


Captain Graeme Smith ended a period of personal torment and hailed ``one of the great comebacks in Test cricket history'' after South Africa sealed an eight-wicket win by lunch on the third day of the first Test against Australia at Newlands.


The state, which released elementary and middle school accountability grades in August, will release 2009-10 high school grades at 10 am today.

State to release high school grades today


ZUMA -- will open its doors in Dubai today at DIFC's Gate Village, bringing the flavours of the Far East to the Middle East with its internationally acclaimed style of Japanese cuisine.


Town will learn the identity their first round Carling Cup opponents when the draw takes place at 9.30am this morning.


The search for a swimmer missing in the Waikato River in Taupo is continuing today.


The US Senate has passed an immigration reform bill that would open the path to citizenship to 11-million undocumented immigrants.


The former LA Noire developers who reformed into KMM's Australian studio have been laid off, according to information revealed today.

Former LA Noire developers at KMM's Australian studio laid off


Many stores are loosening their return policies, realizing that consumers are strapped for cash this year.


The European debt crisis has had a limited impact on Asia since trade between Asia and Europe has made little contribution to Asia's economic growth.

European debt crisis has limited impact on Asia:


A Brocton man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison and five years post-release supervision for trying to kidnap a 13-year-old girl in Fredonia in May 2011.

Brocton man sentenced to 15 years in prison


New Delhi, The heat wave continued unabated in northern India today with temperatures touching the 47 degree celsius mark at places in Rajasthan and Haryana.

Heat wave continues unabated in northern India


Two Taranaki councils have scored top marks in the Resource Management Act survey of local authorities.


Syracuse Head Coach Jim Boeheim address the media following a lackluster loss to UConn, 66-58.


City commissioners Monday set a tentative property tax rate of $7.50 per $1,000 of taxable property value.


Daniel Juncadella moved back into the lead of the F3 Euro Series with a dominant victory in the third and final race of the weekend at Spielberg.

Juncadella moves back into lead of F3 Euro series with dominant victory at Spielberg


PennDOT District 11 said that most major construction activities in Allegheny County will be suspended this weekend.

Most major construction activities in Allegheny County suspended this weekend


Palm Beach County detectives are vowing to keep looking for a teen's murderer - even 20 years later.

Detectives vow to keep looking for teen's murderer


The Oakland Raiders released running back Justin Fargas on Saturday, cutting ties with one of their key offensive players over the last few seasons.

Raiders release running back Justin Fargas


By ERIN CONROY NEW YORK - The dollar slid against most major currencies and fell below the Swiss franc Tuesday on promising economic reports around the world and the Bank of Japan's decision to provide markets with more liquidity.

Dollar slides on promising economic reports


Three persons were killed in separate incidents of violence here on Saturday in Bannu.

Three persons killed in separate incidents in Bannu


``Virat batted exceptionally well on Sunday. After losing the toss, our plan was that someone needs to go and get a hundred and he did exactly the same. He was good with his shot selection. Overall, I am satisfied with the performance of the team,'' said Gambhir, who also scored a quickfire 38 at the top to give the team a sound start.


CHICAGO Dave Duerson, a four-time Pro Bowl safety who played on Super Bowl winners with the Chicago Bears and New York Giants, has died.


NCsoft has confirmed that Aion has gone gold and has been released to manufacturing.


British comic David Walliams got married to Dutch supermodel Lara Stone during this weekend.The ceremony took place at London's Claridge's hotel on Sunday afternoon.


He's been charged with assault in Virgina after allegedly punching a motorist in the nose.Nothing says mentally stable like a case of road rage.


A gunman killed a Yale University doctor and opened fire on his pregnant wife in the parking lot of the couple's Branford, Conn., condominium on Monday.


QUALCOMM is currently trading higher by 2.48%, so definitely the buyers stepping in, as the stock's volume is on pace to break its average.


Sanjeeda Sheikh, one of the prettiest face on small screen, has been roped in to play evil Surpanakha in 'Ram Leela'.

Sanjeeda Sheikh plays Surpanakha in `Ram Leela`


Two NGOs here have come out in support of the Tibetans and their spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, and condemned alleged human rights violations in Tibet.


A drunk man creating a ruckus was brutally thrashed by police at a railway station in Madhya Pradesh.

Drunk man thrashed by police at railway station


Courtney Love wants to ``save'' new pop sensation Ke$Ha before the Tik Tok hit-maker's image is sanitized by the music industry.


GAS and electricity giant Npower could be sold for up to £5bn after its German parent company RWE put its future under review, it has been reported.


A Sugarloaf/USA employee was injured in an accident late Saturday morning and was airlifted to a hospital, a Carrabassett Valley Police Department officer said.


LOS ANGELES, Calif. The top technology officer for Los Angeles is pleading with city workers to stop watching the Olympics online at work, saying it could cause a municipal computer meltdown.

Los Angeles pleads with workers to stop watching Olympics online


Land officials took a drubbing from ministers on Saturday, who said land offices up and down the country were seen as a ``hub of corruption'', and proposed the land survey department be dissolved as their surveys were in fact ``a system to churn out bribes''.

Land offices seen as 'hub of corruption'


ANKARA, Turkey US troops have started to arrive in Turkey to man Patriot missiles meant to protect the NATO ally from potential Syrian warheads, the US military said Friday.

US troops arrive in Turkey for Patriot missiles


The owner and operator of an Edmonton care home has been charged with assault after a former resident filed a complaint.

Owner of Edmonton care home charged with assault


Mitt Romney has chosen Kid Rock's 'Born Free' as the theme song for his presidential campaign, but pundits wonder what he's trying to say with the choice.


Nike Inc has extended its contract with basketball star LeBron James, one of the sports gear giant's top athletes.

Nike extends contract with nba star LeBron James


Sinopec Corp. has been injected with assets of six research institutes from it s parent Sinopec Group, a move to further optimize resources distribut ion for both companies.

Sinopec Corp. injected with assets of six Research institutes from parent


The Chicago Blackhawks set a franchise record with their 10th consecutive victory and extended their points streak to 29 games with a 5-3 decision over the visiting Minnesota Wild.

Chicago Blackhawks extend points streak to 29 games


InterFUND.biz, a new social networking site that bills itself as ``A meeting place for entrepreneurs and investors'', debuts at the Cannes Film Festival.

InterFUND.biz debuts at Cannes Film Festival


MK Narayanan, Governor of West Bengal flagged in the expedition Beyond Belief 4 in Kolkata on Nov 22, 2010.

M K. Narayanan flagged in the expedition Beyond Belief 4 in Kolkata


Saudi King Abdullah has appointed a woman to the council of ministers for the first time as part of a Cabinet reshuffle, networks including Saudi state-run Channel One reported Saturday.

Saudi King Abdullah appoints a woman to council of ministers for first time


British actor Edward Woodward, famous for film and television roles including ``The Wicker Man'', Australian feature ``Breaker Morant'' and US series ``The Equalizer'', died in hospital on Monday aged 79, his agent said.


Tennessee State Senator Ron Ramsey announced at a Lincoln Day dinner in Greeneville this weekend that he will run for Governor in 2010.


Guatemala, Jan 12 Guatemalan chancellor, Gert Rosenthal, said he was happy Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez will visit and expressed hopes the encounter would strengthen bilateral relations.


Satellite services provider Eutelsat has expanded its German management team with Martina Rutenbeck.


Report Buyer, the online destination for business intelligence for major industry sectors, has added a new report showing that the market for RFID applications in pharmaceuticals, with revenues of $35M in 2006, is conservatively estimated to reach $600M by 2012, with a CAGR of 60%.

Market for RFID applications in pharmaceuticals estimated to


Parliament has unanimously backed the extension of a modified retail deposit guarantee scheme despite some sniping from opposition MPs.

Parliament backs extension of deposit guarantee


A Cloverdale girl was listed in good condition Monday in Putnam County Hospital in Greencastle after falling about 15 feet from a cliff over Cataract Lake on Sunday.

Cloverdale girl in good condition after falling about 15 feet from cliff at Cataract lake