The Heceta Head lighthouse near Yachats closes today for 7 weeks of parking lot improvements.

Heceta Head lighthouse closes for 7 weeks


www.youtube.com/qtv In our ever expanding empire Q promos are now playing at Canadian airports where CBC's airport express is offered.


In Kerala, the two Italian naval guards of Vessel Enrica Lexie charged with the killing of two Indian fishermen off Kerala coast were remanded to three-day police custody.

Italian naval guards remanded to police custody


Sharaf is the New Prime Minister of Egypt after the countrymen decided to end the 20 year long rule of former President Hosni Mubarak.

Essam Sharaf is the new Prime Minister of Egypt


Northrop Grumman Corporation was awarded a five-year contract from the US Department of Defense to support theoretical studies and engineering research for Army, Navy and Air Force research and development programs.

Northrop Grumman awarded contract to support Army, Navy and Air Force research programs


He barely made the cut, but after shooting a second straight 2-over 74 on Friday in the second round of the PGA Championship, Mickelson was 4 over for the tournament.


DENVER Carmelo Anthony doesn't think a trade to New Jersey is imminent and he expressed remorse Monday that teammate Chauncey Billups' name has been dragged into this drama.

Anthony doesn't think trade to Nets imminent


The Conference Board said its consumer confidence index jumped to 54.1 in August from an upwardly revised 47.4 in July.

Consumer confidence index jumps to 54.1 in August


A STOLEN racing kart has been anonymously returned to its teenage owner five days after it went missing.


Sualkuchi, Mar 30 The Opposition BJP and Asom Gana Parishad today condemned police action on protesters at silk town Sualkuchi in lower Assam's Kamrup district in which 10 persons were injured.

Opposition condemns police action in Sualkuchi


by : dpa Madrid - Sevilla are well placed to reach the final of the Spanish King's Cup after beating Getafe 2-0 on Wednesday, in a one- sided semi-final first leg.

Sevilla well-placed to reach final after beating Getafe


Iran has closed its border with Pakistan and asked it to arrest and hand over the chief of an anti-Shia militant group linked to several terrorist strikes in Iran, including last week's attack on a mosque in Zahedan that killed 25.


R Kelly is suing a Los Angeles nightclub, because they advertised an event that he wasn't attending, whilst using his name.


The Indian stock market is likely to open slightly higher on Wednesday despite the mixed cues from its Asian peers amid concerns about a slowdown in China's economic growth.

Indian market likely to open slightly higher


Christian Eriksen has sent out a come-and-get-me plea to Champions League finalists Borussia Dortmund, explaining he feels Jurgen Klopp's men ``play beautiful attacking football''.

They play beautiful attacking football --


Former Independent Gov. Angus King announced last night that he will run for the US Senate seat that will be vacated by US Sen. Olympia Snowe.


Before the scandal, before congress even, Anthony Weiner revealed he wanted to be 'sucked into the throes of love' in a Cosmo interview.

'I want to be sucked into the throes of love':


A woman who works at the Burger King in Cross Lanes was arrested Monday on charges that she used a stolen credit card.

Woman charged with using stolen credit card


Johannesburg - South Africa's surgeon general said on Sunday that Nelson Mandela was responding ``very well'' to treatment and medication two days after his release from hospital.


West Tigers skipper Brett Hodgson will join English Super League club Huddersfield on a two-year deal at the end of the 2008 NRL season.

Tigers skipper Hodgson to join Huddersfield


Thursday night, with a turnaround jumper from the right block area, Kobe Bryant became the youngest player ever to score 26,000 points in the NBA.

Kobe Bryant becomes youngest player to 26,000 points


Australia, where almost 70 percent of men are overweight, should fund bariatric surgery and healthy foods to fight the ``critical'' problem of obesity, a parliamentary committee said.

Australia should fund surgery, healthy foods to fight obesity


By John O'Connor - joconnor@thestate.com Democratic gubernatorial nominee Vincent Sheheen has proposed five Lincoln-Douglas debates with Republican nominee Nikki Haley to be held at five sites around the state.

Sheheen proposes five debates with Haley;


``I'm good at being single,'' she told Access Hollywood after confirming her solo status.

Taylor Swift: ``I'm good at being single''


Western Digital plans to acquire Hitachi Global Storage Technologies in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately $4.3 billion.

Western Digital to acquire Hitachi Global storage Technologies


A former Oakdale Elementary School nurse pleaded guilty Wednesday to one felony count of possession of a stimulant drug that had been prescribed to an 8-year-old student.


Asian currencies dipped broadly versus the dollar on Thursday as persistent worries about the eurozone's debt crisis deterred risky investments.


12/09/09 The credit crunch continues, with businesses large and small finding that their bankers remain exceedingly stingy in the wake of the 2008 financial debacle.


The European Central Bank cut its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point Thursday to a record low 0.75 percent to try to help ease Europe's financial crisis and boost its sagging economy.

European central bank cuts rates to record low


A Fairfield man was charged with sexual assault Friday after attacking an 18-year-old West Haven woman who he lured to his home on a promise of a job offer.


KA NYAMAZANE, South Africa Gonzalo Fierro and Esteban Paredes each scored, helping Chile beat New Zealand 2-0 in a training match Wednesday.

Chile beats New Zealand 2-0 in training match


INDIAN WELLS, Calif. Rafael Nadal restored order on a day of upsets with a 7-5, 3-6, 6-3 fourth-round victory over big-serving American John Isner at the BNP Paribas Open on Wednesday, after Novak Djokovic and Elena Dementieva were ousted.

Nadal restores order on day of upsets at Indian Wells with Djokovic, Dementieva out


Internet TV software developer Boxee has raised USD 16.5 million.


Even though it didn't get nominated for any Oscars, we've just learned that Jodie Foster has sent DVD screeners of her Mel Gibson-starring movie The Beaver to EVERY member of the Academy!

Jodie foster is sending her Beaver to EVERY member of the Academy!


DENTON, Texas -North Texas fired coach Todd Dodge on Wednesday, declaring its decision to put a high school coach in charge of a Division I program a failure after 3 1/2 dismal years.


Eyewitness Sports has confirmed that Colts Coach Tony Dungy will announce his retirement Monday.


Justin Timberlake does ``care about'' Jessica Biel -- but the couple has definitely split, sources say.

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel 'have definitely split'


Gold Coast Titans fullback Preston Campbell remains in doubt for Friday night's qualifying final against the New Zealand Warriors.


The CTA board will hold a special meeting this afternoon to appoint an interim president to replace Ron Huberman, who was named CEO of Chicago Public Schools this week.


Thai telecommunications company TOT has launched Wi-Fi services at PTT petrol stations.

TOT launches Wi-Fi at PTT petrol stations


Export Development Canada today announced it is opening an office in Regina to better serve its customers and partners in Saskatchewan.


Bulgarian President Georgi Parvanov sent today a letter of condolences to President of the Czech Republic Vaclav Klaus on the death of former Czech president Vaclav Havel, press office of the head of state announced.

President Georgi Parvanov sends condolences to President of the Czech Republic Vaclav Klaus


Secondary office and residential products in Abu Dhabi continue to experience rental deflation.

Abu Dhabi continues to experience rental deflation:


Dow Chemical Co. said Wednesday it will close three Louisiana plants as part of a shift away from basic chemicals toward the lucrative business of specialty chemicals.

Dow Chemical to close three Louisiana plants


American Airlines canceled 595 more flights today, bringing this week's total to nearly 3,100 as inspections continue on the wiring of its MD-80 jets.

American Airlines cancels another 595 flights


Authorities say two people were killed when a small plane crashed near the airport in college station.

2 killed in small plane crash near college station


The Australian government says Malaysia still supports its proposed refugee swap deal, despite the political impasse on the issue in Australia.


Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan have coordinated all founding documents of the Customs Union, Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov told reporters after a session of the Customs Union commission.

Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan coordinate all founding documents


OJ Simpson has veen sentenced to at least 15 years for a Las Vegas hotel room armed robbery.

Oj Simpson sentenced to at least 15 years


MPs guilty of cheating their expenses may have to surrender some of their ``golden goodbye'' payments from Parliament to cover their legal costs after a judge yesterday demanded details of the settlements.

MPs may have to surrender golden goodbyes to cover legal costs


MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama health officials say swine flu has been found in Baldwin, Colbert and Dale counties for the first time.

Swine flu found in Baldwin county for first time


Contact has been lost with an unmanned hypersonic glider that could some day pave the way for ultra-high-speed flights.


Dr. Dre wants Hendrix, Gaye holograms Updated: 16:12, Friday April 20, 2012 Dr. Dre hopes to see Jimi Hendrix and Marvin Gaye return to the stage as holograms.


The traffic department announced on Monday 15 December that fort street, Basseterre will be blocked off from all vehicular traffic on Tuesday 16 December.


Massachusetts added 900 new jobs in January, but the overall unemployment rate rose to 4.5%.

Massachusetts' January unemployment rises to 4.5%


Wayne Rooney will become the youngest England player to reach 50 appearances on Wednesday against Ukraine, while the star whose record he will take now wonders whether he will ever pull on the white shirt again.

Rooney to become youngest England player to reach 50 appearances


``Negative sentiment was created by a political crisis in the Netherlands and concerns that a defeat for Nicolas Sarkozy, France`s President and UMP party candidate for the 2012 French presidential election, on May 6 could weaken cooperation between France and Germany in dealing with the debt crisis. While the Sensex fell by 277.2 points or 1.6% to 17,096.7, the Nifty fell to 5,200.6, down 90.3 points or 1.7%. The Sensex has supports at 17,010 and 16,920 and resistances at 17,290 and 17,440. The Nifty has supports at 5,180 and 5,135 and resistances at 5,245 and 5,280.``


Diabetes Blurry vision means that you lose your eyesight completely.


Workers in more than half of US households will likely be unable to retire at 65 at the same lifestyle they enjoy today, a new study said.

More than half likely unable to retire at same lifestyle


Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Yunel Escobar has been suspended for three games for using a written homophobic slur on his eye-black during a baseball game.

Toronto Blue Jays' Yunel Escobar suspended for homophobic slur


Three government militiamen were hurt Thursday in a landmine attack by communist rebels in the southern Philippines, the military said.

Three militiamen hurt in landmine attack in Philippines


Researchers at the California Institute of Technology have proposed a new paradigm that should allow scientists to observe quantum behavior in small mechanical systems.

New paradigm should allow scientists to observe quantum behavior in small mechanical systems


After months of erratic behaviour, sorry Scream star David Arquette has checked into a rehab clinic in Los Angeles, seeking treatment for 'alcohol issues,' according to reports.


BEIJING -China launched an experimental module to lay the groundwork for a future space station on Thursday, underscoring its ambitions to become a major space power over the coming decade.


Manchester United rallied from a two-goal deficit for a 3-2 win at Blackpool on Tuesday night to stay unbeaten in the Premier League, and Arsenal eliminated Ipswich to reach the League Cup final.


Some investors have pulled out of a major frac sand project proposed for Winona County of southeastern Minnesota after losing a critical vote.

Some investors pull out of frac sand project


Wells Fargo, whose planned purchase of Wachovia will create the largest US retail branch banking network, said on Wednesday third-quarter profit fell 25 percent, hurt by higher credit losses and investment write-downs.


Smartphones spur mobile market to reach 1.6 billion units Global smartphone sales shot up sharply in 2010, climbing 72% as Research in Motion and Apple replaced Sony Ericsson and Motorola Mobility for the fourth and fifth spots among the top five cell phone companies, new data from Gartner reveals.


FRANKFURT - German business confidence rose for a 10th consecutive month in January as Europe's biggest economy recovers steadily from a sharp recession, a leading survey showed Tuesday.

German business confidence rises in January


US Central Command General David Petraeus returned to US after completing his official visit to Pakistan.


A bomb squad was called to investigate suspicious packages near a Fort Mill school this morning, police said.

Bomb squad called to investigate suspicious package near school


Avon Products says it agreed to buy Silpada Designs for at least $650 million in an effort to expand its jewelry business.


San Francisco Giants pitcher Sergio Romo is facing a misdemeanor summons in Las Vegas alleging he violated airport rules after being detained by authorities at McCarran International Airport on New Year's Day.


Aberdeen Asset Management is set to offer unbundled share classes for its UK and Luxembourg-domiciled open ended pooled funds in time for the retail distribution review deadline of 31 December 2012.

Aberdeen set to offer unbundled share classes


SETS, props and costumes made by the hands of Thurrock students will appear at the Royal Opera House in March for the first time ever.

Props made by Thurrock students to appear at Royal Opera House


The Egyptian army clashed with demonstrators in downtown Cairo after a Coptic Christian demonstration was attacked by unknown persons.

Egypt army clashes with demonstrators in Cairo


A bank robbery suspect is being held without bail after a confrontation with Mansfield police that ended when they fatally shot his alleged accomplice.


A year after Madonna called him ``emotionally retarded'', former husband Guy Ritchie has told Esquire magazine that he still loves her, but that she is ``retarded'' herself.


ARSONISTS STRUCK again near Buncrana, Co Donegal early yesterday morning setting fire to a car and two barns containing a tractor and a large quantity of turf.


Sir Alex Ferguson insists he would never have paid £35M for Andy Carroll as Liverpool did and suggested the Reds should have done their homework on the striker.

I'd never have paid £35m for Andy Carroll like Liverpool without doing my homework --


Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident that claimed the life of a 25-year-old man in Houston's midtown area.


Two Camp Lejeune Marines died Wednesday in Iraq, according to a Department of Defense press release.


Pakistan's Ambassador to China Salman Bashir, who has assumed the charge as country's Foreign Secretary, here Thursday hosted a farewell reception that was largely attended by ambassadors and diplomats of various countries stationed in Beijing along with their spouses, senior officials from different ministries of Chinese government including Education, Science, Foreign Ministry, prominent businessmen of multinational companies and heads of key Chinese enterprises.

Ambassador Salman Bashir hosts farewell reception -


Japan's Nikkei slipped on Friday as exporters came under pressure from a stronger yen, triggering profit-taking after sharp rises over the past two days.

Nikkei slips as exporters under pressure from stronger yen


Defenseman Greg Amadio, recovering from elbow surgery, resumed skating with the Hershey Bears this week, but he hasn't been cleared for contact.

Greg Amadio resumes skating for Hershey Bears


IVAN Ljubicic stunned Andy Roddick to claim the BNP Paribas Open title with a straight sets final victory at Indian Wells.

Ljubicic stuns Roddick to claim Indian Wells title


A nine year old child who had gone to a wayside boutique to buy a toffee was run over by a lorry that crashed into the boutique.


The amount of work needed to convert the Olympic Stadium means it may not be open to the public till August 2016, the London Assembly has heard.

Olympic stadium may not open till 2016, Assembly hears


Rihanna is planning her own fashion line - but wants to be ''respected'' as a designer rather than seen a celebrity endorsing a collection.


On a day when worries about the budget impasse in Washington spread across financial markets, hospital operator HCA upsized a bond offering to $5bn, the biggest junk bond sale since the financial crisis.


Azerbaijani mobile operator Azercell, owned by TeliaSonera, has launched 3G services in Azerbaijan.

Azercell launches 3G services in Azerbaijan


CHICAGO Gannett Co. is ending the wage freeze at its newspapers, US Community Publishing President Bob Dickey announced Monday.


CBS News has confirmed that the Edwards family, including husband John Edwards, former Democratic Presidential candidate, are now gathered with Elizabeth Edwards at the family home in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Family gathers at Elizabeth Edwards' home --


A 10 acre brush fire has broken out in Livermore near Patterson Pass and South Flynn Road.

10 acre brush fire breaks out in Livermore


McLaren apologised to Formula One rivals Red Bull on Tuesday after a standard engine control unit that they supply to all teams contributed to Mark Webber's poor start at his home Australian Grand Prix.


The BBC Trust has upheld a complaint about a Radio Scotland news programme, saying it had breached the BBC's rules about conflicts of interest.

BBC Trust upholds complaint over Radio Scotland programme


NFL preseason betting action might only be just over a week old, but it has already been an incredibly frustrating time for the Dallas Cowboys.


'Red Riding Hood' star Amanda Seyfried revealed she was ''obsessed'' with Leonardo DiCaprio in 'Romeo and Juliet when she was growing up when being quizzed by Justin Timberlake for Interview magazine.

Amanda Seyfried was 'obsessed' with DiCaprio


Paul Krugman, a prominent US economist who writes columns for the New York Times, has won the 2008 Nobel Prize for economics for his work on trade theory.

Krugman wins Nobel Prize for work on trade theory


Oscar winning actress Penelope Cruz has been named the world's most beautiful woman in a list compiled by fashion expert Sally Allen.

Penelope Cruz named world's most beautiful woman


Former studio executive and producer John Calley died Tuesday at the age of 81 after battling cancer.

Former studio executive John Calley dies at 81


Victorian coach Greg Shipperd has slammed national selectors for leaving Bushrangers all-rounder Andrew McDonald out of Australia's 17-man Ashes squad.


British Foreign Secretary David Miliband warned Russia Wednesday not to start a new Cold War, and suggested the European Union and NATO should review their relations with Moscow, dpa reported.

Britain's Miliband warns Russia not to start a new Cold War


Antonio Pettigrew gave up his Olympic gold medal Tuesday, two weeks after the sprinter admitted in court that he cheated to win at Sydney in 2000.


A Katesgrove man has been given a 12-month conditional discharge after he admitted two counts of theft and one of criminal damage.

Kategrove man given conditional discharge


Nicole Scherzinger wants a big family Updated: 04:58, Sunday September 2, 2012 Nicole Scherzinger hopes to have lots of kids in the future and is looking to Gary Barlow, her co-star on 'The X Factor' for advice.


The broking firm says, rupee might continue to consolidate with slight positive bias.


A man was killed and a woman was injured in a Florida Panhandle mobile home fire.


Des Moines-area authorities say vandals have caused more than $100,000 in damage to MidAmerican Energy transformers during the past month.

Vandals cause $100,000 in damage to transformers


A jury of six men and six women was selected this afternoon in the rape trial of Carl ``Eddie'' Richardson, Sr. in Caroline Circuit Court.


US President Barack Obama has renewed his push for health reform, arguing he felt ``a sense of urgency'' in moving his proposal forward and blasting those advocating delay.


Beijing, Jan 6 Two in three Chinese could be overweight in the next 20 years, which will significantly increase health problems in the country, a health expert warned here.

Two in three Chinese could be overweight in 20 years


The Montreal Impact suffered a 2-1 loss to FC Dallas on Saturday at FC Dallas Stadium in Frisco, Texas.

Montreal Impact suffers loss to FC Dallas


Roger Ebert has been hospitalized with a hip fracture, but will not need surgery to correct it.

Roger Ebert hospitalized with hip fracture


``She was raped and stabbed to death, her throat was slit,'' said Superintendent Mzukisi Fatyela.


Ai Weiwei, the released Chinese artist, has been told he cannot leave Beijing without permission, according to the Chinese foreign ministry.

Ai Weiwei 'cannot leave Beijing without permission'


BOSTON - Gov. Deval Patrick is preparing to sign a safe driving bill that bans texting while driving and requires older drivers to get vision tests every five years.

Gov. Deval Patrick to sign safe driving bill


The gnocchi maestro at Buonanotte restaurant shares his secrets:


A western Wisconsin businessman is sentenced in connection with the drug overdose death of a man.

Businessman sentenced in connection with drug overdose death


ATHENS, Greece Officials say Greek and Chinese companies have signed 14 commercial agreements, including for the construction of cargo ships and the export of olive oil, during a visit by Chinese Vice-Premier Zhang Dejiang.

Greece signs commercial agreements with China


Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill insists he won't fast-track young players into his senior squad to stem the tide of fledgling talent opting to play for the Republic.

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill insists:


A high school student was robbed and then killed in Sampaloc, Manila on Thursday night.

High school student robbed, killed in Manila


Paris Las Vegas is pleased to announce Chef Gordon Ramsay will open his first Las Vegas restaurant, Gordon Ramsay Steak, in the spring of 2012 in the heart of the resort.

Chef Gordon Ramsay to open first Las Vegas restaurant


Georgia has accused Russia of 'provocation and disinformation' about Abkhaz separatists shooting down two Georgian drones.


The Labor Department reports unemployment benefits fell by 26,000 last week to a seasonably adjusted 359,000.

Unemployment benefits fell by 26,000 since last week


Findings from the 2010 Health Confidence Survey demonstrate that, despite the recent passage of health reform, dissatisfaction with the American health care system remains widespread.

Despite recent health reform, dissatisfaction with health care system remains widespread:


A bird found dead in Hong Kong a week ago has tested positive for the deadly H5N1 bird flu strain, agricultural officials said on Friday.

Bird tests positive for deadly flu strain


New Delhi HCL Infosystems today said it has outsourced its manufacturing facility located at Ambattur, Tamil Nadu to Goa-based Astra Global.

HCL Infosystems outsources manufacturing facility to Astra


Amanda Peet has joined with Every Child By Two and the American Academy of Pediatrics to promote education about regular vaccinations and immunizations for children.

Amanda Peet promotes education about vaccinations and immunization for children


Miley Cyrus apologises to UK fans for pulling out of the UK premiere of her new movie The Last Song.


What a match this is going to be for those lucky to watch Netherlands vs Brazil live online.


@griffinmcelroy 1Comments The Amazing Spider-Man, Marvel and Beenox's latest entry into the web-slinging franchise, will come to the Wii U next spring with all of the title's DLC and special Gamepad functionality, Marvel announced during its NYCC 2012 panel.

'The Amazing Spider-Man' coming to Wii U next spring


Community members, friends, family and strangers paid their final respects Sunday night to a Sweetwater soldier killed in Afghanistan.

Community pays final respects to Sweetwater soldier


New Jersey's volunteer firefighters may soon have to pass a physical before suiting up.

Volunteer firefighters could have to pass physical


HOSPITAL ought to be safe, resilient and functional, Permanent Secretary for Health, Dr Sala Saketa said in Suva yesterday during celebrations marking World Health Day.


France has withdrawn its first batch of soldiers from Mali, the army said Tuesday, as it begins to pull out troops sent to battle Islamist fighters in the west African nation.

France withdraws first batch of soldiers from Mali


A US Marine from Lima died during combat operations in Iraq, his mother said today.

Marine from Lima dies during combat operations in Iraq


National companies in the Triangle are asking for your help to contribute to World AIDS Day.


The Obama administration believes Toyota Motor Corp is paying closer attention to safety concerns, but Washington continues to investigate the carmaker and will not rule out a new fine, the top US transport official said on Monday.


The Eagles signed their number one draft pick Danny Watkins who is slated to start at the right guard position this season.

Eagles sign first-round pick Danny Watkins


HALLE Berry has been swimming with great white sharks as part of her starring role in new film Dark Tide.

Halle Berry swims with great white sharks


Paul Maholm shut down the Astros for eight innings, Freddy Sanchez homered for the second straight game and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat Houston 8-2 on Tuesday night.


Pre-trial judges at International Criminal Court in The Hague have requested more information from prosecutors before deciding whether to proceed with an investigation into Kenya 's post-election violence, Reuters reported.

Pre-trial judges at International Criminal Court request more information


British rocker Damon Albarn has signed up to perform at a poetry festival in London next month.

Damon Albarn to perform at poetry festival


New Green Technologies announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Proguard Acquisition Corp. for the sale of the first of four CAVD waste to energy plants.


Copper thieves in central Iowa are now targeting cell phone towers.


A body was found Saturday on the bank of the Delaware River in Phillipsburg, possibly that of the woman reported missing near the river in Harmony Township on Friday.

Body found on bank of Delaware river in Phillipsburg


A 29-year-old Carlsbad woman has died in a rollover crash on US 62-180 east of Carlsbad.


Three men were killed and another was injured in a single-car crash in Rosebud County.


Rockets fired from Lebanon struck northern Israel early today for the first time in more than two years, drawing a burst of Israeli artillery fire across the tense border, the Israeli military said.


Actress Amy Adams has been cast as Lois Lane in the latest ``Superman'' film.


NEW YORK At the behest of its students, an elementary school near New York City has been renamed after President-elect Barack Obama.

New York Elementary school is renamed for Obama


Welsh rugby legend and broadcaster Jonathan Davies today launched his blog 'Jonathan Davies Says' at:.


The Colombian peso appreciated to 1,952 Colombian pesos to the dollar on Wednesday from COP1,967 on Tuesday.


Most European stocks retreated as the regionâ??s finance chiefs meet to work on a new strategy to contain the sovereign-debt crisis.

Most European stocks retreat as finance chiefs meet;


By harry68 Alicia Keys made all her practice worth it when she performed the national anthem at the Super Bowl on Sunday.

Alicia Keys performs national anthem at Super Bowl


North Korea is developing unmanned attack aircraft using US target drones imported from the Middle East, a report said Sunday.

N. Korea developing unmanned attack aircraft: report


Ferrari will quit Formula One at the end of this season if current plans for a budget cap for 2010 are not abandoned, the champions said today.


A marsh fire along the border of Middlesex and Monmouth counties burned more than 45 acres of land and briefly closed a four-lane highway, but caused no property damage, officials said.

Marsh fire at border of Middlesex, Monmouth counties burns 45 acres of land


Washington, Oct 5 US has been asked to insist on a robust military campaign in Pakistan''s anarchic tribal belt of North Waziristan, where western intelligence recently traced an alleged plot to mount multiple attacks on cities in Europe.

US should insist on military campaign in North Waziristan


SunOpta plans to build a new plant in California for soy-milk processing and packaging to meet demand for the company's products.

Sunopta to build new plant in California


By Jenifer Langosch / MLB.com Even though it hasn't been the club's top priority, the Pirates have been aggressive in seeking an upgrade at shortstop this offseason.


A Elgin man remains in critical condition Friday and his son in custody after he allegedly stabbed his father during an altercation late Wednesday night.

Elgin man remains critical, son in custody after stabbing


What Car? has launched the UK's first free car valuation app, developed by mobile innovation agency Grapple.

What car? launches car valuation app with Grapple


Comments A Royal Canadian Legion member kicked off Ford property on Friday for distributing poppies feels the ban was an affront to veterans.

Royal Canadian Legion member kicked off Ford property for distributing poppies


British pop star Michelle Heaton is recovering after undergoing a double mastectomy on Tuesday.

Michelle Heaton - Michelle Heaton undergoes double mastectomy


General Electric, Schenectady, NY, has been assigned a patent developed by James Robert Tobin, Greenville, SC, for ``methods of manufacturing rotor blades for a wind turbine.''

General Electric assigned patent for methods of manufacturing rotor blades for a wind turbine


Octuplets mother Nadya Suleman said on 'The View' Wednesday she wouldn't rule out having one more kid.

'Octomom' won't rule out having another kid


President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama visited Georgia's Fort Stewart Friday.


Israeli and Palestinian negotiators met for the first time in more than a year in Amman on Tuesday and agreed to keep talking at further meetings, Jordan's foreign minister said, adding that Israel had received written Palestinian proposals on borders and security and would respond.

Israelis and Palestinians meet, agree to keep talking


Martin Ginsburg, the husband of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and a prominent lawyer in his own right, died Sunday from complications of metastatic cancer.

Ruth Ginsburg's husband, Martin Ginsburg, dies of metastatic cancer


The new ``super slim'' PS3 was released in the US today, and has already sold out on Amazon.


Los Angeles police chief will receive a high honor from Britain's Queen Elizabeth II for a law enforcement career that has redefined policing, the city's police department announced Thursday.

Los Angeles police chief to receive honor from Queen Elizabeth II


Saudi Arabia's Interior Ministry says it has dismantled an Al-Qaeda cell that included some 101 members.


After a long delay, the Greek government launched on Thursday the major tender for the real estate project planned for the area of Greece's old Athens airport at Elliniko, giving details of the plan even though the law regarding its terms has not yet been passed reports Kathimerini.

Greece launches tender for the real estate project planned for the area of the old Athens airport at Elliniko


Residents of Sligoville, in St. Catherine, will soon benefit from improved water supply and road conditions, as a $45 million contract has been signed to effect the improvements.

'' Residents of Sligoville will soon benefit from improved water supply and road conditions, as a $45 million ...


A forest fire in the Syrian city of Latakia spread across the border into Turkey yesterday, damaging two hectars of land in the southeastern Hatay province.

Forest fire in Latakia spreads to Turkey


The Celebrity Apprentice contestant said, ``I had operative surgery on my jaw for a TMJ thing. And, I had them suck the fat out of my chin while they were there. You know, while I'm already down go ahead and take the vacuum out of there and the the fat out of my chin!''

Clay Aiken: ``I had them suck the fat out of my chin''


Israel has begun withdrawing troops that had been poised to invade the Gaza Strip.


BJP vice-president and former MP Dr Najma Heptulla has categorically stated that only a non-Congress Government can bring changes in Manipur.

Only non-Congress Government can bring change:


The US space shuttle Endeavour and its crew of six astronauts has blasted off for the ISS.


Ray Manzarek, a founding member and keyboardist of 1960s rock group The Doors, has died aged 74, the group's manager Tom Vitorino said.


A report by the FDA has said that airline meals may pose a serious health threat.

Airline meals pose serious health threats


Peter Forsberg has decided not to return to the NHL this season because his right foot is still not 100 percent healthy.

Forsberg will not return to NHL this season


Originally scheduled for its debut Wednesday, ``The Santaland Diaries'' has been canceled at Lionheart Theatre due to production restrictions.

'Santaland Diaries' canceled at Lionheart


Regional retailer Duckwall-Alco is closing its 44 Duckwall stores and will use the capital to bolster its more popular Alco stores.

Duckwall-Alco closing all of its Duckwall stores


Kisspeptin, the small hormone that starts puberty, also plays a vital role in the brain to trigger ovulation, scientists have found.

Kisspeptin - the hormone that starts ovulation


Vitamin D 'should be added' to more food Updated: 16:07, Monday June 11, 2012 Vitamin D should be added to more Australian and New Zealand foods to prevent widespread insufficiencies, a conference on Tuesday will be told.


Heineken NV won full control of the maker of Tiger beer in a S$7.9bil deal after shareholders of its Asian partner, Fraser and Neave Ltd, voted in favour of selling the conglomerate's stake in the brewer.


Kyrgyzstan will send $3 million from the Turkish $6 million grant to hold meetings of the Council of Heads of SCO member states governments and the Summit of Heads of Turkic-speaking Countries, announced Kyrgyz Finance Minister Akylbek Zhaparov.

Kyrgyzstan to send $3 million to holding meetings


Toronto Blue Jays catcher Gregg Zaun broke his silence about his inclusion in the Mitchell Report, denying Friday that he ever bought performance-enhancing drugs and offering an explanation for a cheque used as evidence against him.

Zaun breaks silence on inclusion in Mitchell report


The latest to be criminally charged is former US Surgeon General Antonia Novello, who pleaded not guilty Tuesday to forcing state employees to work overtime to handle her personal chores when she was New York's health commissioner from 1999 to 2006.

Ex-surgeon General Antonia Novello pleads not guilty


The Alabama Legislature has voted to pardon the Scottsboro Boys, more than 80 years after the nine young black men were convicted by all-white juries of raping two white women.

Alabama Legislature votes to pardon Scottsboro Boys


TELKOM Kenya has announced its new management structure with the creation of position of two deputy CEOs, a move aimed at aligning its operations with France Telcom-Orange.

Telkom Kenya announces new management structure


Former military ruler Pervez Musharraf on Wednesday said he was ``proud of the Kargil operation'', during which Pakistani troops had crossed the line of control and occupied positions on the Indian side in 1999.


Little Britain star Matt Lucas has been granted a ``quickie divorce'' from his partner, television producer Kevin McGee.


Lotus Evora, launched for the United Kingdom market, is to hit the Malaysian market by end of next month, says Proton Managing Director Datuk Syed Zainal Abidin Mohamed Tahir.

Lotus Evora to hit Malaysian market next month


China has lifted its ban on Indonesian fishery imports after its General Administration for Quality Supervision Inspection and Quarantine had ascertained that fish processing procedures in Indonesia meet its standards.

China lifts ban on fishery imports from Indonesia


Vladimir Putin was to be confirmed prime minister Thursday in a move that underscored his continued power one day after passing the Kremlin to his protege Dmitry Medvedev.

Vladimir Putin to be confirmed prime minister


A security guard was first shot at and then stabbed by five persons over old enmity in Nishatpura area of the city late on Tuesday.

Security guard shot at, stabbed over old enmity


A Dickson woman narrowly escaped a house fire, but still has a tough road of recovery ahead.


Actress Alice Eve is single again after splitting from her longtime boyfriend.


The Wayne National Forest is taking back unwanted prescription drugs from 8 am to 2 pm, Saturday, April 27 at the Wayne National Forest Headquarters on US 33.

Wayne National Forest takes unwanted prescription drugs on April 27


The chairman of Swiss private bank Julius Baer is stepping down after nine years, in a move that cuts the bank's last links to its founding family.

Chairman of Swiss bank Julius Baer steps down


The Twins will look to avoid the sweep this afternoon in Milwaukee at 1pm with Nick Blackburn taking the hill against right-hander Yovanni Gallardo, whois winless with a 6.00 ERAin one career start against Minnesota.


A level 3 sex offender will be released from prison Thursday and will live north of Chippewa Falls.

Sex offender to be released near Chippewa Falls


India today asked Germany to further liberalise its visa regime to facilitate movement of professionals and tourists in order to enhance economic ties between the countries.

India asks Germany to liberalise its visa regime


Insecurity and violence are hurting negatively the Panamanian society that saw 71 homicides committed in January and 13 so far in February, warns on Tuesday El Siglo daily.


London - European stocks and oil prices turned lower on Tuesday after China raised interest rates for the second time in just over a month, intensifying its fight against inflation.


Grass fan Marion Bartoli reached the quarterfinals in her Eastbourne title defence on Wednesday as she defeated Canadian Aleksandra Wozniak 6-2, 6-2.

Marion Bartoli reaches quarterfinals at Eastbourne


Japanese shares turned mixed Monday morning after a positive open, with shipping firms and some tech exporters taking a hit.


- Brittany Murphy, who gained fame in such movies as ``8 Mile,'' ``Just Married'' and ``Clueless'' has died at age 32.


A Somerset postman was bitten by a snake as he collected letters from a postbox.


Colin Davis, the long-serving principal conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra renowned for his interpretations of Mozart, Sibelius and Berlioz, has died aged 85, Reuters reported.

London Symphony Orchestra conductor colin Davis dies at 85


The OFT has today received a super-complaint from Which? relating to surcharges that are payable when customers use a debit or credit card.

OFT receives super-complaint from Which?


Hurricane Igor is forecast to pass Bermuda on Monday, as a Category 3 hurricane, says RMS.


Tunisia on Friday closed the second main border post into Libya following attacks on Tunisians from the Libyan side, a security source said two days after the first closure.

Tunisia closes second border post with Libya


Retailer Saks Incorporated will webcast its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at 11:30 am Eastern Time.

Saks Incorporated to webcast Annual Meeting of Shareholders


UK consumer confidence has improved for the second month in a row, a survey has shown, suggesting the recent cuts in VAT and interest rates are working.


A new information centre at Cromwell has been deferred for a year and the Central Otago District Council plans to explore options for other businesses or agencies to become partners in the facility.


A former sheriff's deputy who is the son of a Barnstable police officer is facing assault and battery and vandalism charges in Orleans District Court.

Former sheriff's deputy faces assault and vandalism charges


Thursday June 6 2013, Palestinian female detainees, held by Israel, started an open-ended hunger strike demanding the Israeli Prison Authority to provide the needed medical treatment to detainee Heba Abu Rezeq.


Craigslist, the most popular online classified ad service has decided to censor its adult services section, as the website had been accused of promoting prostitution in its adult services section.

Craigslist to censor adult services section


The ``Don`t Be a Scumbag'' campaign targeting child predators has launched in Benton County.

``Scumbag'' campaign targets child predators


Them Crooked Vultures have said they love to tour, ahead of their jaunt across the UK next week.


In the quest to build the most capable trucks available, Ram officially released class-leading towing and weight ratings for its 2013 line of Ram Heavy Duty pickups and Chassis Cab trucks.

Ram releases towing and weight ratings for its 2013 line of pickups and trucks


Johansson and Ryan Reynolds are calling quits on their two year marriage they said on Dec. 14 in a statement cited by People magazine.

Scarlett Johansson, Ryan Reynolds call it quits


Nicki Minaj performed several songs on 'TODAY,' despite the fact that she has a bruised vocal chord and has been advised to take time off from the stage.

Nicki Minaj performs on 'TODAY' despite having bruised vocal chords


After enforcing a successful Bihar bandh protesting price rise, RJD chief Lalu Prasad today demanded ``Right to Food'' be declared as fundamental right of the people.


Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit, who is once again seen entertaining his huge fans with her TV presence, turned 44 on Sunday.


A 49-year-old woman has been flown to hospital in Plymouth after falling at least 50ft down a river bank while on a nature trail in Cornwall.


Court lets NYC taxi e-hailing proceed, for now New York City's experiment with taxi-hailing smartphone apps is getting back in gear, at least for now.


A 15-month-old boy bitten in the face Wednesday by a dog was released from the hospital a short time later, his mother said.

Boy bitten by dog released from hospital


Out-of-contract midfielder Rashid Yussuff impressed Gillingham manager Mark Stimson during the pre-season friendly at Folkestone on Saturday.

Rashid Yussuff impresses Gillingham manager Mark Stimson


Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger revealed today that he expects to pledge his future to the Gunners by signing a new contract shortly.

Wenger expects to sign new contract shortly


Orange launched ``speed test'' website, which will enable all Orange internet subscribers to measure their internet speed immediately on Orange website: http://speedtest.orangearmenia.am/.


A prominent gay activist was found dead in his Okla. apartment just two days after he filed a brutality complaint against the Tulsa Police Department, MyFoxPhoenix.com reported.

Gay activist found dead in oklahoma apartment


Italian fashion house Prada SpA cut the final price of its IPO by almost a fifth, raising $2.1 billion, as investors baulked at a rich valuation and weak global markets.


BRS Resources announced drilling has commenced on its first well in which BRS owns a 17.35% pre-payout interest.

BRS Resources announces drilling of first well


The widow of US Rep. Samuel Stratton and mother of Schenectady Mayor Brian U. Stratton died early this morning, according to Mayor Stratton.


The Eurozone manufacturing downturn eased for the first time in four months in May.

Eurozone manufacturing downturn eased in May;


Feather River Community College District trustees held a special meeting Tuesday, Jan. 10, to consider redistricting options and to approve personnel action to authorize an interim human resources director and to initiate recruitment of a new director.


A man returns home to the US after spending three years at sea on his sailboat.

Man returns home after three years at sea


Power Station LLC announces that it has launched its new website, which has been completely redesigned in collaboration with its corporate branding specialist, sf/o Creative ofSan Francisco.


The League of Women Voters of Geneva-St. Charles will host its annual dinner meeting April 23 at Eagle Brook Country Club, 2288 Fargo Blvd. The goals for the next year will be discussed.

League of Women Voters to host annual dinner meeting


Unlike many of EA's other games, Syndicate won't use an Online Pass system, the publisher has confirmed.


Halle Berry hasn't had the best luck when it comes to her love life - but at least the stunning Oscar winner has a sense of humor about it all! ``There was no man I wish I could marry more than Muhammad Ali,'' Halle said during her speech for the 17th Annual Celebrity Fight Night event on March 19 in Phoenix.

Halle Berry wished she'd married Muhammad Ali!


KATIE Holmes is planning an all-girls tea party to celebrate her daughter's fifth birthday.

Katie Holmes plans tea party for daughter's birthday


Progresso Tom Forsythe, 763-764-6364 Progresso confirmed today that it is removing added monosodium glutamate, or MSG, from all Progresso soups.

Progresso removing added MSG from all Progresso soups


A community leader in Anambra State, Chief Anthony Oguejiofor, has commended Governor Peter Obi for the successful hosting of President Goodluck Jonathan in the state on Friday.


Two new solar-powered Highway Advisory Radio signs have been installed by Thruway staff on two state highways in Schenectady County, the New York State Thruway Authority announced today.

Two new Highway Advisory Radio signs installed in Schenectady County


Willie and Judge, military working horses, retired following ``distinguished careers'' as dozens of fellow 30th Security Forces members and equine counterparts watched at Vandenberg Air Force Base.


Asian stocks advanced Wednesday, with Tokyo's index closing up nearly 3%, as better-than-expected news about the US and Chinese economies raised hopes the global downturn was nearing a bottom.


There was drama at the Harare Civil Courts yesterday as people jostled to get a glimpse of a woman going by the name Joyce Mujuru who had come to claim maintenance from her estranged husband.

Joyce Mujuru claims maintenance from husband


Michele Bachmann won't say whether she thinks President Obama is a citizen and a Christian.

Bachmann won't say if she thinks Obama is a us citizen


Two Pakistani men were charged in the Ampang Magistrate's Court Thursday with the murder of an American pastor last month.

Two Pakistani men charged with murder of American pastor


HEYBRIDGE SWIFTS had to settle for a 2-2 draw at struggling Ware, in Ryman League division one north.


In a new interview with magazine Rage Monthly, Gale Harold says he's grateful to have played gay in Showtime's groundbreaking drama Queer as Folk.

Gale Harold grateful to play gay in 'Queer as Folk'


The Mumbai terrorists who killed 179 people also stole credit cards, money and mobile phones from their victims, the city's top police officer said.


The public option is back because the attacks have been over the top and the facts have come to light, moving the ball forward.


Los Angeles, Calif. Rocker Gene Simmons and his long-time love Shannon Tweed released their wedding invitation Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, announcing they will tie the knot on Oct. 1 after almost three decades together.

Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed release wedding invitation


Nearly half of US adults bring their work home and many say work interferes with family life, a new survey finds.


A burger bar on the Hunt End industrial estate was broken into between Wednesday, December 8 and the early hours of Thursday, December 9.


As the inaugural celebrations die down, the rally promises from the campaign across the country still echo in my memory, ``Now is our time!'' and ``Yes we can!''


Facebook is building a 'green' datacentre in Sweden, the social networking giant's first datacentre outside the US.

Facebook builds 'green' datacentre in Sweden


photo, a cyclist rides along South Oceans Boulevard outside Conrad Black's home in Palm Beach, Fla. Former media mogul Conrad Black has sold his oceanfront Palm Beach mansion for more than $23 million.

Ex-media mogul Conrad Black sells Palm Beach mansion for $23 million


Despite the onset of the cold winter, Malaysians in the Chinese capital kept the Merdeka spirit up yesterday with a golf tournament that attracted 120 competitors.

Malaysians keep Merdeka spirit up with Golf tournament


PRESIDING OFFICER Juan Ponce Enrile virtually closed the door to defense moves to question the validity of the impeachment complaint against Supreme Court Chief Justice Renato Corona, saying that it was already ``too late'' to question the verification process of the complaint.


Palm Springs Unified School District students will put their video projects on display Tuesday at the 2nd Annual DigiComm Showcase.

Student video projects on display Tuesday


POLICE have stepped up patrols at Scottish mosques following the brutal murder of a soldier.

Police step up patrols at Scottish mosques


A nutrition expert and Chief Executive, Justy Confectionaries and Foods Limited, Mr. George Ekeh has blamed the upsurge in sudden deaths in the country on unhealthy lifestyles.

Expert blames upsurge in sudden deaths on unhealthy lifestyles


Omaha police said a woman accidentally drove her car into an apartment building overnight.

Woman drives car into apartment building


Chicago White Sox defeated by Washington Nationals 4-7 in the last game of their three-match regular series encounter of 2013 Major League Baseball season on Thursday, April 11 at Nationals Park in Washington.

Chicago White Sox defeated by Washington Nationals 4-7 --


King of slapstick comedy David Dhawan is returning to the screens with his number one lady Karisma Kapoor after nine years.

Dhawan returns to the screen with Karisma Kapoor


The Indiana Pacers announced Wednesday they have re-signed free agent forward Josh McRoberts to a multi-year contract.


iGPS is opening a customer experience center in Bentonville, Ark., to highlight its plastic pallets.

IGPS opens customer experience center in Bentonville, Ark.


Fox spoke with the press and says, ``I have this gorgeous Dolce and Gabbana white trench coat for winter, but I can't wear it without drawing attention to myself. And I try to hide. I want to be unseen.''


New Delhi Following SP chief Mulayam Singh Yadav's reassurance of his outside support to the ruling UPA ostensibly to not let ``communal forces'' get to power, the BJP on Sunday alleged that the SP was playing a ``communal card'' to save the government and highlighted a slew of communal violence in SP-ruled Uttar Pradesh recently to punch holes in Mulayam's argument.


Eight American troops from the NATO-led force in Afghanistan and a US contractor were killed in a shooting involving an Afghan Air Force pilot at Kabul's airport on Wednesday, NATO said, in one of the deadliest incidents of ``rogue'' Afghans turning their weapons on foreign soldiers.


WOMEN are still treated as cheap labour with their incomes falling well short of their male counterparts, unions have claimed.


Police in suburban Orangeburg are searching for a stolen hot dog stand.


Sports minister Gerry Sutcliffe has condemned the football violence coming out of the Carling Cup clash between West Ham and Millwall on Tuesday night.

Sports minister Sutcliffe condemns football violence


Toledo, Ohio based general contractor, The Douglas Company, has begun long overdue construction renovations on the Cass Apartment building in Detroit, Michigan.

The Douglas Company begins renovations on Cass apartments


Council requested the joint session to meet with Superintendent Steve Marlow and other new school officials.

Independence schools, City Council to meet


Today, ``Shot of Love'' camera hog Tila Tequila revealed on her blog that she's ``is officially dating Ray J!!!!!!''


The wheat season in the Harden Shire is now drawing to a close with the bunkers at GrainCorps Cunnigar Silo's being sealed up this week.


A Waipahu man died last week of injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash two months earlier, police said.

Waipahu man dies of injuries from motorcycle crash


ZooMontana received a $10,000 donation from the Montana Community Foundation through the Latigo Fund this week.


Kyle Boller will work out with the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday as the team looks for a backup to compete with Tyrod Taylor behind Joe Flacco.

Kyle Boller among those working out for Baltimore Ravens


Illegal mining could be curbed if mining companies developed communities in the areas they mined in and created job opportunities for locals, says a Cosatu union supporting the nationalisation of mines.


PKK on Monday claimed it had the bodies of two Turkish soldiers killed in a raid last week in southeastern Turkey near the border with Iraq, according to an AFP report.

PKK claims to have bodies of two Turkish soldiers


Despite dramatic increases in private property rental prices over the last year, the latest findings from BDRC Continental reveal that professional landlords are feeling the pinch.

Professional landlords feeling the pinch


Pascal Chimbonda looks set to leave Spurs this summer in search of regular first-team football, according to his agent Willie McKay.


Sustainable Energy Cities take the lead on climate change: the European Commission launches the Covenant of Mayors.

The European Commission launches the Covenant of Mayors


Dullness fully persisted on the cotton market on Friday during the pre-election session as almost all participants were busy in the exchange of views over the Saturday's polls, dealers said.


Anaira's Jewels opened its first diamond jewelry store in New Delhi this week, where Miss India Earth, Hasleen Kaur, was the guest of honor.

Anaira's Jewels opens diamond store in Delhi


Authorities say a body found in an irrigation ditch in Weld County was wrapped in a blue tarp and had no obvious signs of injuries.

Body found in irrigation ditch in Weld County


Citi maintains a 'Hold' on Legg Mason Inc, raises price target from $29.50 to $33.50.

Citi maintains a 'Hold' on Legg Mason (LM);


A former soldier has been sentenced to death for the shocking murders of three children and brutal attack on their mother two years ago near the Fort Campbell Army post.


Australian credit growth remained sluggish in May as house prices continued to slide, reducing the pressure for higher interest rates that has been building up in recent months.

Australian credit growth remains sluggish in May


Opera star Katherine Jenkins has warned fans against purchasing a compilation album released by her former record label.

Katherine Jenkins - Katherine Jenkins warns fans off compilation album


Christine O'Donnell, the unsuccessful Delaware tea party candidate who captured national headlines for dabbling in witchcraft in her youth, announced invited to appear on the television show ``Dancing with the Stars.''

O'Donnell invited to appear on ``Dancing with the Stars''


Graham police are looking for three suspects involved in two unrelated incidents on Friday that sent one man to the hospital.

Graham police looking for three in two incidents


ShengdaTech, Inc., the leading manufacturer of nano-precipitated calcium carbonate in China, today announced it will report its 2010 third quarter financial results on Monday, November 8, 2010.

ShengdaTech, Inc. to announce 2010 third quarter financial results on November 8, 2010


Hugh Grant has been in talks to replace Charlie Sheen on ``Two and a Half Men.''


It's been announced that Mobile Mayor Sam Jones will run unopposed in his re-election bid.


Bristow, who served three years as county attorney and more than 12 years as district attorney, announced he was running for district judge in the Republican primary.


The youngest son of Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi was arrested and charged in Switzerland for allegedly beating up two of his servants, his lawyer said Thursday.

Youngest son of Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi arrested in Switzerland


Dell said Monday that it's buying Quest Software for about $2.36 billion, ending recent speculation about who the unnamed bidder was in the battle for the company with investment firm Insight Venture Partners.

Dell buying Quest software for $2.36 billion


The Village of Cherry Valley has issued sprinkling restrictions due to extreme dry weather conditions.

Cherry Valley issues sprinkling restrictions


The United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday paid tribute to the late President of Venezuela Hugo Chavez, during his speech, the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said President Chavez was one of those leaders who made a difference in his country, the region and the world.

UN General Assembly pays tribute to President Hugo Chavez


General Motors Co is recalling 1.3 million compact cars in North America to address a power steering problem that has been linked to 14 crashes and one injury, the company said on Tuesday.

GM recalling 1.3 million cars over steering problems


A Denver-based company and the colleges it operates in Texas have agreed to pay $7 million to resolve allegations that the colleges submitted false claims for federal student aid funds, the Justice Department announced Monday.

Company to pay $7 million to resolve allegations


A Minnesota woman admitted Friday that she was talking on the phone when the toddler she was babysitting drowned unattended.


Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert handed his resignation to President Shimon Peres yesterday but the scandal-hit premier could stay in office for weeks or months until a new government is formed.


San Francisco - Online search giant Google posted sharply higher revenue and profits Thursday and said it experienced especially strong growth in emerging businesses like mobile advertising.


Rodrigue Beaubois is progressing in his recovery from a broken foot, but his return to the Mavericks is still weeks away.

Beaubois progressing, but return weeks away


Upon instructions issued by HM King Mohammed VI, Morocco decided on Friday to send emergency humanitarian aid to Yemen, to help citizens who have been displaced as a result of unrest in certain regions in the north of the country.

Morocco to send emergency humanitarian aid to Yemen


A metro-area abortion doctor and his office manager are under arrest, accused of taking hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraudulent Medicaid payments.

Abortion doctor accused of Medicaid Fraud


The SuperFresh grocery store on West College Avenue was evacuated early Wednesday afternoon after a reported gas leak, the city fire department said.


Fire restrictions begin Friday in the popular Tonto National Forest due to high summer temperatures, drought and the threat of wildfires.

Fire restrictions begin Friday in Tonto National Forest


A REPORT appearing in this newspaper reveals that the financially bleeding power sector is feared to face a colossal deficit of over Rs 600 billion in the ongoing financial year.


Lille hired Rene Girard as coach on Friday, replacing Rudi Garcia after the club finished a disappointing sixth in the French league this season.

Lille hires Rene Girard as coach, replacing Garcia


Internet service provider United Internet has become the second largest Broadband Service Provider in Germany, according to a report by research and consulting company Strategy Analytics Inc.

United Internet becomes second largest broadband service provider in Germany


Caffe Nero, the premium Italian-style coffee house brand has opened three new stores in Dubai, which join 11 existing outlets in the UAE.


If one wants to learn how to prevent acne, then he or she has come to the right place.


Ike Davis' sophomore season was ruined by a ankle injury and multiple setbacks, but the Mets first baseman said yesterday that he's now ``good to go'' and has ``been fine for a while now.''

Ike Davis is ``good to go'' and has ``been fine for a while''


Pearl Jam and KISS have both staged musical tributes to Ronnie James Dio following the former Black Sabbath singer's death.

Pearl Jam, KISS stage musical tributes to Ronnie James Dio


Cliff Alexander, the second ranked recruit for the 2014 class, released a list of 10 contending schools.

Cliff Alexander releases list of 10 schools


Christina Aguilera was spotted with a new man while double dating with pal Nicole Richie.

Christina Aguilera spotted with a new man


A 22-year-old law student, who had consumed poison, died on Tuesday morning after struggling for life for thirteen day.


The Black Mountain ABC board couldn't pay a quarterly disbursement of $12,000 to the Town of Black Mountain in April because it had to pay $15,343 in employment benefits to two men it fired in 2009.

ABC board can't pay quarterly disbursement


Washington has become the first state in the nation to ban toxic asphalt sealants made from cancer-causing industrial waste that have been spread over vast swaths of the nation's cities and suburbs.


The Rand Corporation has opened a new office in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, as part of a strategic effort to deliver research and analysis to decision makers in the Middle East, Rand President and CEO James A. Thomson announced today.

Rand Corporation opens new office in Abu Dhabi


Catherine, Atlus' love-triangle puzzle horror game, will likely become a franchise.


A Marysville man pleaded not guilty Friday to federal drug charges in US District Court in Sacramento.

Marysville man pleads not guilty to federal drug charges


Florida State beat North Carolina 85 to 82 on Selection Sunday, and NCAA college basketball fans are asking:

Florida State beats North Carolina 85-82:


President Jacob Zuma is to make unannounced visits to schools to assess the performance of schools in disadvantaged communities.

Zuma to make unannounced visits at schools


Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews have been dumped from their job as MSNBC anchors on live political events.

Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews dumped as anchors


Nicaraguan police and army seized more than one ton of cocaine on a ship Thursday in a joint operation in the port of Corinto, officials said Friday.

Nicaragua police seizes over one ton of cocaine


The Hiram College baseball team was defeated by Notre Dame College, 19-7, this afternoon in a non-conference single nine-inning game at Robert O. Fishel Field.


Libya is to withdraw its assets from Swiss banks, estimated at $7bn, and will stop delivering oil to Switzerland, the state Jana news agency has reported.

Libya to withdraw assets from Swiss banks


The National Federation of the Blind, the nation's leading advocate for Braille literacy, announced today that Terry Bradshaw , Hall of Fame NFL quarterback and current football analyst and co-host of FOX NFL Sunday, will serve as a National Ambassador for Braille literacy.

Terry Bradshaw to serve as National Ambassador for Braille literacy


Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery celebrated his 90th birthday Sunday night at the Atlanta Symphony Hall in midtown Atlanta.

Dr. Joseph E. Lowery celebrates 90th birthday


Iran, a main backer of Lebanon's Shi'ite group Hezbollah, urged the Lebanese people Tuesday to unite to confront Israel, the Islamic Republic's arch foe, Reuters informed.

Iran urges Lebanese to unite against Israel


Former Assemblyman and long-time healthcare advocate Keith Richman died Friday night at UCLA Medical Center with his wife, Suzan and family at his side, after an extended battle with brain cancer.


A killer driver was branded a 'chancer at the wheel' as he began a four-year sentence for causing the deaths of four members of the same family by sending their car crashing into a reservoir.

Killer driver was 'chancer' at the wheel


No snow is expected this week, according to information from the National Weather Service.


A man is in hospital after being shot in western Sydney.


Assumption Parish deputies searched Wednesday for a couple in a white Ford Mustang suspected of trying to kidnap a 14-year-old girl in the Bayou L'Ourse area, Sheriff Mike Waguespack said.


The world's biggest alcoholic drinks group, Diageo , sees China as the most resilient market in Asia despite turmoil on financial markets as the group moves towards profitability in the Chinese market.

Diageo sees China as most resilient market in Asia


AUSTRALIAN founded crowdsourced advertising company 99designs has expanded to Europe with the opening of a London office this week.


He tells NOW that he realizes now that the relationship with single mother Ferguson was a big mistake, saying, ````It was just a weird situation and a weird time I was going through being away from home on the X Factor tour. To get that comfort and friendship from someone was nice. But I think it was a wrong decision to make at such a young age. Then it did end quite badly so we don't talk any more.``

Zayn Malik: ``relationship with Rebecca Ferguson ended badly''


Team GB athlete Christine Ohuruogu is adamant that she feels no added pressure going into the London Olympic Games.


The Boston College baseball team split a doubleheader with Duke on Saturday at Eddie Pellagrini Diamond at Commander Shea field, winning the first game, 5-3, before losing 5-4 in the second contest.


Marshalls has confirmed that it has plans to sell four of its quarries to Breedon Aggregates England.

Marshalls to sell quarries to Breedon Aggregates


Washington, April 18 Mice can sense oxygen through their skin, according to new research.


Emory University Hospital surgeons recently performed a complete hand transplant during a 19-hour procedure on a 21-year-old patient, according to an ABC news report.

Emory University Hospital surgeons perform complete hand transplant


Former Liverpool player Geoff Strong, a member of the club's first ever FA Cup-winning side, has died at the age of 75.


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman, Imran Khan vowed to shoot down US drones if they entered the Pakistani territory.


PROPERTY investment is still the simplest and, in most instances, the securest form of investment available to the man-in-the-street.


Health board workers are climbing three mountains, in three different countries in just 24 hours to raise money for a mental health charity.

Health workers to climb three mountains in 24 hours


Amigo Sports, a leading sports and casual fashion brand, plans an aggressive expansion in India and open 35 large format FIFA official stores through the franchise route by 2014, a top company official said.

Amigo sports to open 35 large-format FIFA official stores


Hockey India today derecognised Air India as its associate member with immediate effect due to non-payment of membership fee.

Hi derecognises Air India for non-payment of membership fee


For a good part of this semester, a slow buildup of anxiety has manifested in me as I realized I have little time to find some sort of job this summer that hopefully has something to do with my major and, more importantly, little time to figure out what I want to do with the rest of my life.


Actress and choreographer Debbie Allen has settled a lawsuit she filed against her former business managers in which she alleged they embezzled $1 million from her company, Red Bird Productions.


The Milwaukee Police Association has endorsed Republican Gov. Scott Walker in the recall election.

Milwaukee police Association endorses Walker


Trenton Mayor Tony Mack announced today that 600 city workers must take 13 unpaid days off between April and June as part of an effort to close an $18.5 million budget gap.

Trenton mayor Tony Mack announces 600 city workers must take 13 unpaid days off


AN ALCOHOLIC who wrongly claimed there were no bottle banks near her South Yorkshire home was caught dumping bags of booze bottles.


Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins live streaming Football game online NFL Live video Where can I watch ?


The Israeli parliament is preparing to pass a law that would in effect ban citizens from calling for academic, consumer or cultural boycotts of Israel in a move that has been denounced by its opponents as anti-democratic.

Israel prepares to pass law banning citizens from calling for boycotts


Canadian police on Wednesday charged a man in central Ontario province with stealing a house.


But a new study has suggested that such a regimented guide to dating and romance should be thrown away, insisting that casual sex can in fact lead to a meaningful relationship.

Casual sex can lead to meaningful relationship


SVSU recently named Kimball an outstanding student from the College of Arts and Behavioral Sciences for 2012-13.


Citibank China has opened a new sub-branch in Guangzhou, which is the bank's third consumer outlet in the region.

Citibank opens new sub-branch in Guangzhou


New Orleans parade marred by gunfire stages re-do Organizers of a parade interrupted by a shooting spree in New Orleans on Mother's Day are finishing what they started.


Microsoft has announced the final names and pricing for its upcoming Windows Small Business Server 2011 editions.

Microsoft announces Windows Small Business Server 2011 editions


A spokesperson from one of the world's leading authorities in the gold industry has said that gold prices are likely to remain high in the long term.


The first known breeding area of one of the world's rarest birds has been found in the remote and rugged Pamir Mountains in war-torn Afghanistan, a New York-based conservation group said Monday.

One of the world's rarest birds found in Afghanistan


India plans to launch a series of indigenously built military satellites with surveillance, imaging and navigation capabilities to keep a watch on its neighbourhood and help guide cruise missiles, a top defence scientist said on Saturday.

India to launch series of military satellites


With the season of holiday cheer past, Aledo city leaders traded sharp barbs at Monday's council meeting.


The USA is ready to cooperate with the new Armenian authorities, said Josef Pennington, the temporary chairman of the USA Affairs.

USA will cooperate with Armenian authorities


After nearly 20 years, the Harlem Globetrotters will return to Hawaii for four games in May as part of their 2012 Championship Tour.


Heavy rains have sent more trash piling at Jakarta sluice gates, forcing the administration to deploy more personnel to clean it up.


In a LA Times profile over the weekend, novelist Jonathan Lethem took a shot at all the novelists living and working in Kings County, declaring: ``Brooklyn is repulsive with novelists, it's cancerous with novelists.''

Jonathan Lethem: 'Brooklyn is repulsive with novelists, it's cancerous with novelists'


South African world 800 meters champion Caster Semenya was cleared Tuesday to compete as a woman, nearly a year after controversial gender tests put her career on hold.


Citigroup has begun talks with the US government as its plummeting share price raises doubts about the bank's ability to survive, a person familiar with the matter said.


As fathers across the country are being thanked this Father's Day, one South Florida daughter was reunited with her father after 50 years thanks to social media.

Father, daughter reunited after 50 years


Hosni Mubarak, who has been in critical condition since the ousted Egyptian president was moved to prison, was defibrillated twice after his heart stopped on Monday, according to a prison hospital source.

Hosni Mubarak 'defibrillated after heart stops'


Actress Michelle Rodriguez says she's ready to bare all for the cameras if a good steamy role comes along.


Microsoft Corp said that it will discontinue sales of its subscription PC security service and instead offer free software to help protect computers from viruses, spyware and other threats.


US stocks headed for a lower open Thursday ahead of a final reading on first-quarter gross domestic product, sales of existing homes and weekly unemployment claims.


MOST women prefer to work for male bosses because they are less prone to mood swings, research revealed.


COLT, European provider of business communications, has extended its Ethernet services to the United States in response to soaring customer demand.

COLT extends Ethernet service to the United States


in San Antonio, Texas, SPX Service Solutions announced its plans to trial Plugless Power wireless charging technology on its own Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle.

SPX Service Solutions to trial Plugless Power™ wireless charging on Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle


An Albany lawyer who pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated harassment as a hate crime will be sentenced Wednesday in Albany County Court.


Despite having not played since taking on Trinidad and Tobago on June 1, England have moved up one place to 14th in the latest Fifa rankings.

England move up to 14th in latest Fifa rankings


A ``deeply caring'' former nurse took her own life after years battling with manic depression, insomnia and obsessive compulsive disorder, an inquest heard today.

'Deeply caring' nurse took life after years battling manic depression


The BC government's operating deficit for 2009-10 came in almost $1 billion lower than expected in its post-election forecast, thanks mostly to spending cuts in areas other than health care and education.

Government's operating deficit came lower than expected


Israeli fighter jets on Thursday violated Lebanese airspace and carried out mock raids in the southern cities of Marjayoun and El-Khiam.


A MOBILE phone was stolen from a pub, in High Street, Newmarket, on Tuesday, May 31.


Russell Investments has appointed Matt Wacher as regional director for indexes in Australia and New Zealand.

Russell appoints regional director for indexes in Australia and nz


Pursuant to the same, SBI is undertaking a tranche issue of Bonds aggregating to Rs. 10,000 million with an option to retain over-subscription upto Rs. 10,000 million for issuance of additional Bonds aggregating to a total of Rs. 20,000 million along with an option to retain retail oversubscription upto the residual Shelf Limit.


Legendary ``little person'' pro wrestler Little Tokyo passed away on Tuesday, September 6.


A 38-year-old salesman was found dead on the ground floor of a car park of a high-rise residential building here, on the same day that he was to undergo an ``exorcism''.


GE Capital, a unit of General Electric, plans to issue its second Islamic bond in late 2010 or in 2011, a senior executive told Reuters.


International pressure on Moammar Gadhafi to end a crackdown on opponents escalated Monday as his loyalists fought rebels holding the two cities closest to the capital and his warplanes bombed an ammunition depot in the east.

Pressure on Gadhafi to end crackdown on opponents


Disneyland Paris has appointed official Royal Wedding photographer, Hugo Burnand as its first-ever photographer in residence.

Disneyland Paris appoints Royal wedding photographer


President Barack Obama Thursday eased investment curbs on Myanmar and named the first US ambassador to the country in more than 20 years, hoping to reward a ``nascent'' political reform drive.

Obama eases investment curbs on Myanmar, names ambassador


Automobile manufacturer Hindustan Motors today said it will soon launch a high-premium sports utility vehicle in the Indian market.

Hindustan Motors to launch SUV in Indian market


In a direct repudiation of repeated claims of Pakistan, a top American general based in Afghanistan has said that reclusive Taliban leader Mullah Omar is hiding in Pakistan along with his commanders.


UK bookie William Hill was upped to buy from neutral at UBS, which said a 15% decline since March is unjustified.


Delta Corp may slip below Rs 50, says Sudarshan Sukhani of s2analytics.com.


BHP says it warned unions the Norwich Park mine near Dysart could shut down and cost 1400 jobs if sites were hit by strike action.


Two more Haines City police officers, including Capt. Mervin Stewart, the second in command, have been suspended in connection with the ongoing grand jury investigation into the department.


The young doctors, under the banner of Young Doctors Association, Punjab, continued their strike in Out-Patients Departments on the 19th consecutive day on Saturday.


Mediobanca, traditionally the investment bank of choice for Italian business but which has sought to internationalise and expand its funding base by developing a retail franchise, provides another perspective on the Italian banking landscape.


Copper prices have risen on the LME on Thursday, as European leaders assured Greece that they will not allow the nation to default, capping the fears of a debt crisis contagion from escalating further.

Copper prices have risen as European leaders assured Greece that they will not allow the nation to default


A home invasion turns deadly and three suspects are believed to be on the loose.


Minister of State and Mayor of the Secretariat Capital Abdul Rahman al Akwa'a opened on Saturday plastic art and handicraft exhibitions in Tahrir Square.

Mayor opens art and handicraft exhibitions in Tahrir Square


A newly released government report shows Kansas farmers intend to plant many more acres of soybeans this spring.


Microsoft's 343 Industries has stated that despite only being announced at this year's E3, Halo 4 has been in development for the past two years.

Halo 4 has been in development for two years


But, colorectal cancer is preventable, and curable if caught early.


The Orioles have acquired infielder Julio Lugo from the Cardinals in exchange for a player to be named later, according to The Baltimore Sun. The deal is pending approval from the commissioner's office because Lugo still is owed $8.6 million by the Red Sox, who traded him to the Cardinals last season.

Orioles acquire Julio Lugo from Cardinals


America Movil said on Wednesday it would sell Apple Inc's iPhone across Latin America this year, a deal that could extend its lead in the region over Telefonica.

America Movil to sell iPhone across Latin America


The Minnesota government began shutting down on Friday after lawmakers failed on Thursday to to reach a budget agreement before a midnight deadline.


Greenback fell against the euro and yen in early Asian trade Friday ahead of a meeting of Group of Seven finance chiefs, with investors nervous over the turbulence in the global financial system.


Gallatin fire inspectors found 11 fire code violations at Hoeganaes during a recent inspection, including a small amount of combustible dust accumulation under a conveyor.

Inspectors find 11 fire code violations at Hoeganaes


Lehman Brothers will sell a majority stake in its prized investment management business,and may consider selling the whole company.


Tiger Woods says he expects it will be two full years before his injured ligament is fully healed, but also says he thinks he'll be ready for the Masters next year, though not at full speed, obviously.

Tiger Woods: ``I'll be ready for the Masters''


The Copenhagen accord on climate change was a partial success for India but it has certain ``inbuilt hazards'' of which the developing countries have to be wary, Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh has said.


Tim Hortons today announced that it will contribute $100,000 on behalf of corporate and restaurant team members, to emergency disaster relief efforts in Japan.

Tim Hortons contributes to disaster relief efforts in Japan


A woman reported as missing by her parents out of Rankin County was last seen in Picayune.


After mastering the art of playing the piano, actress Shruti Haasan is now learning to strum the guitar.


Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens is teaming up with The Mercer Society, a nonprofit 501 organization, to present the Orchid & Tropical Plant Symposium Saturday, July 23 from 9 am to 3 pm The day-long workshop focuses on tropical plants, and features speakers and a plant sale.

Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens presents an Orchid & tropical plant Symposium


The Green Mile actor Michael Clarke Duncan has died suddenly aged 54, two months after suffering a heart attack.

The Green Mile actor Michael Clarke Duncan dies at 54


We'd like to hear your views on a variety of issues, whether you currently go to games or not, that will help us achieve this including attending matches, club image and communications.


A rare celestial spectacle - Transit of Venus - the last for this century, unfolded in the morning sky all across the country today, enthralling the astro enthusiasts.

Rare Transit of Venus unfolds in morning sky across the country


Thai exports fell by 6% year-on-year in January, with shipments likely to remain negative in the first quarter, according to the Commerce Ministry.


Newberry College plans to go without a nickname next year as the school searches for a possible replacement for its ``Indians'' name that has come under fire from the NCAA.


Jean Alesi has joined Lotus Cars as an ambassador and a test driver for its T125 single-seater project.


China has promised to train 15,000 African personnel in the next three years to strengthen the cooperation in human resources development between China and Africa.


Albemarle Bank & Trust, a division of West Town Savings Bank, has selected the Premier bank platform from Fiserv.

Albemarle bank & Trust selects Premier bank platform from Fiserv


Arnold Schwarzenegger and his wife Maria Shriver announced they have separated 'amicably' after 25 years of marriage.

Arnold Schwarzenegger and wife Maria Shriver separate after 25 years


Cisco has introduced a IP services gateway aimed at bringing together content on the PC with the set-top box and TV.


Press Secretary of the US embassy Keith Bean visited Azerbaijan Press Council, the Council told APA.

Press Secretary of the US embassy visits Press Council


A prison officer was caught red-handed smuggling heroin into Wormwood Scrubs jail in west London to sell to inmates, a court has heard.

Prison officer 'smuggled heroin into jail'


THE European Union says it is suspending some €65m in aid to Honduras to put pressure on the military-backed opponents of ousted President Manuel Zelaya to return to negotiations.


Green Zone star Matt Damon is reportedly set to make a cameo appearance on 30 Rock.

Matt Damon set to make cameo appearance on 30 Rock


Moody's Investors Service today said that its outlook on the Indian banking system for the next 12-18 months remained negative - as it has been since November 2011 - reflecting the continued challenging nature of its domestic operating environment.

Outlook for India's banking system remains negative:


He's had a solid postseason to date, but the Bruins will need Tuukka Rask to steal the show against the Penguins in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Bruins need Tuukka Rask to steal the show


Thousands of Mauritanian refugees are about to leave Senegal after nearly two decades in exile, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees said on Friday.

Thousands of Mauritanian refugees to leave Senegal


A car fire, killing one person, shut down the Fairfax County Parkway in both directions at Rolling Road during rush hour Friday afternoon.

Car fire shuts down Fairfax County Parkway;


A Montana man is presumed drowned in Lake Sakakawea in North Dakota after he fell out of a boat and officials unsuccessfully searched for him over the weekend.

Montana man presumed drowned in Lake Sakakawea


Reckitt Benckiser, the company behind brands such as Lysol, Clearasil and Woolite, is launching its own, branded social game for people to learn more about the company, its brands and its work environment.

Reckitt Benckiser launches branded social game


Union Information Technology and Communications Minister A. Raja has said that the law will take its own course regarding the allegations over irregularities in the 2G spectrum auction.


India Sunday successfully tested its nuclear capable surface-to-surface Agni I missile from a test range in Orissa, an official said.

India tests nuclear-capable Agni I missile


The Dodgers placed Andre Ethier on the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday, three days after he broke his right little finger in batting practice.


The public has until Feb. 27 to review proposed textbooks for grammar, writing, spelling and journalism in Tangipahoa Parish schools.


Oct 25, 2012, 13:47PM IST Pop star Lady Gaga has got 19 new species of fern named after her by scientists at Duke University.

19 species of ferns named after Lady Gaga


Sixth district congressional candidate Jack Hoogendyk says he's the victim of a political ploy.

Hoogendyk says he's victim of political ploy


US whistleblower Edward Snowden ``has most likely already left Russia'', according to the Russian news agency Interfax.

Edward Snowden likely to have left Russia


A man has been arrested in England over a double murder in County Armagh in 2006.


Iraq star Nashat Akram has joined Dutch Erendvise side FC Twente on a three-year-deal from Qatari club Al-Gharafa.


Denis Kessler, CEO of Scor and chair of the newly-established Global Reinsurance Forum, explains why a global forum is essential in this op-ed piece for Reactions' View From The Top Series.


Former prime minister Tony Blair will co-host a financial forum with French President Nicolas Sarkozy to look for ``concrete solutions'' to the downturn.


A homeless man has been charged with raping a woman while she slept in bed in her Gold Coast home.


North Carolina Democratic Rep. Heath Shuler says he wants to run for House speaker, Politico reports.

Democrat Shuler wants to run for House speaker


Etruscan Resources Inc. says the Blue Gum mining project may be temporarily shut down due to a sharp drop in diamond prices and the company's inability to get a $3.6-million loan from a South African government agency to fund operations.


Hull's East Park has won the BBC Power of Sport award for a scheme that allows disabled children to try out cycling in the green space.

Hull's East Park wins BBC Power of Sport award


The parents of the American student mauled by two chimps in South Africa last week called their son's survival a ``miracle'' and thanked doctors for their work.

Parents of American student mauled by chimps thank doctors


Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye flew back home on Thursday from Kenya, 24 hours after being prevented from doing so, an aide who was traveling with him told AFP.

Uganda opposition leader Besigye flies home: aide


A United Kingdom court ruled that honeymoon murder accused Shrien Dewani can stay home for at least another two weeks following an application by South Africa to have his bail revoked because he apparently tried to commit suicide, the justice ministry said on Friday.

United Kingdom court rules Dewani can stay at home


A longtime associate of the Gambino family was sentenced Wednesday to 13 years in prison for conspiring to kill a garbage company owner believed to be a government informant more than two decades ago.

Gambino associate sentenced to 13 years in prison


It has been reported that the Ministry of Finance said Japanese exports plunged a record 16.4% to Y71.14 trillion during the fiscal year ended in March.


Joan Perreault, Marketing and Alumni Relations Manager at the Center for Cross-Cultural Study in Amherst & Laura Litwiller, Program Director for Global Routes are here to share how local students can study abroad.


The Seattle Seahawks reached an agreement with second round draft pick Max Unger on Wednesday, and the rookie offensive lineman is expected to be signed and ready to participate in the team's first day of training camp Friday.

Seahawks reach agreement with lineman Max Unger


The Nobel Laureate Harold Pinter has died, his second wife confirmed Thursday to British media.


Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel was yet again on top of the time sheets in the Friday practice session of the upcoming Chinese Grand Prix.

Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel tops Friday practice sessions of Chinese Grand Prix --


Twenty private water gardens and koi ponds, including locations in Kingwood, will be open to the public on Saturday, June 5, and Sunday.


President Obama on Tuesday declared a major disaster exists in the State of North Carolina and ordered federal aid to help the State and local recovery efforts in areas struck by severe winter storms.

President Obama declares a major disaster in North Carolina


Music legend Carlos Santana proposed to drummer Cindy Blackman onstage on Friday night in the middle of a concert in Chicago, Illinois.

Carlos Santana proposes to Cindy Blackman


Will Smith and his wife Jada Pinkett-Smith have decided to open the doors to their family home in Malibu, showing what living is like with their family, Willow, Jaden and Trey.

Will Smith and wife Jada Pinkett-Smith open their family home in Malibu


The UAE central bank has warned banks and financial institutions within the UAE against giving loans to Emiratis that are beyond their repayment capacity, a Central Bank official told Gulf News.

Central Bank warns against giving loans to Emiratis beyond their repayment capacity


The 2010 municipal budget, introduced on Monday, March 8, calls for a $98 tax increase on the average assessed home of $595,000 in the township.


Rep. Darrell Issa, the California Republican who's set to be the next watchdog of the Obama administration, has complained that Vice President Joe Biden won't meet with him to discuss oversight of the economic stimulus spending.


Local volunteer fire departments receiving funds from the grant are Mountain VFD, Cragford - Operations and Safety, $51,813;


Cisco® was named, today, as one of the first global strategic technology providers for the Middle East and North Africa region's newly launched youth employment initiative - 'Silatech'- announced by Her Highness Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser Al-Missned- of Qatar during the opening session of the UN Alliance of Civilizations Forum held in Madrid.

Cisco named as a global strategic technology provider


Arizona will activate its multi-agency emergency operations center on Tuesday because of major wildfires burning in the state.

Ariz. to activate emergency center for wildfires


Hong Kong police have arrested the feng shui master at the heart of a multi-billion dollar battle for the fortune of the late tycoon Nina Wang, local media said, after a court ruled her will was likely forged.


NORTH East football legend Lawrie McMenemy has returned to his roots to see how much his hometown is improving.

Soccer legend Lawrie McMenemy returns to roots


The Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union look to expand their influence in the areas of justice and peace as they consider a possible reconfiguration of their four US provinces.

Ursuline Sisters look at expanding influence


Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan says there is still room for personal income tax cuts in the May budget.


The number of presbyteries in Otago and Southland has been cut from five to one, in the biggest shake up the Presbyterian Church South of the Waitaki has seen for more than 150 years.

Number of presbyteries cut from five to one


Second-seeded Nadia Petrova of Russia defeated Canada's Eugenie Bouchard 6-2, 6-2 in 52 minutes to advance to the quarterfinals of the WTA Citi Open.


Carl Crawford has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a left hamstring strain.

Carl Crawford placed on the disabled list


Redwood City, Calif. Social applications developer RockYou announced on Monday that it has raised a new $10 million round of funding, led by SoftBank, and the acquisition of a majority of the shares in its joint venture, RockYou Asia.

Social applications developer RockYou raises $10 million


``I am available to play for Bengal in the four-day and 50-over matches.


The rupee eased by 3 paise against the dollar in early trade today after a six-day rally on fresh capital outflows by foreign funds and a firm US currency.


A Berens River, Man., man who beat a friend to death after a night of drinking and solvent sniffing has been sentenced to just over eight years in prison.

Man beat friend to death after night of drinking


Bang Media 'Sex and the City 2' star John Corbett admits he and Bo Derek are ''beyond'' having children naturally but would consider adoption.


Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich has left the witness stand at his retrial after spending seven days trying to defend himself from corruption charges.


AWARD WINNING singer/songwriter Jennifer Knapp returns with a new album after a seven year hiatus.

Jennifer Knapp returns with new album after seven years


Rangers owner Craig Whyte is ``not fit and proper'' to hold a position at a football club, according to a report published on Thursday by the Scottish Football Association.

Rangers owner Craig Whyte not 'fit and proper' to hold position at club


New Delhi, Jun 5 Fair trade regulator CCI has ordered probe into alleged cartelisation in the sugar industry for quoting prices in the tenders for supply of ethanol to oil marketing companies.

CCI probes cartelisation in sugar industry


Hrithik Roshan was bowled over by Team India's magnificent performance in the World Cup final against Sri Lanka and says captain MS Dhoni's winning six was the perfect end to the match.

``MS Dhoni's six was the perfect end to the match''


DR Congo star Dieumerci Mbokani wants to leave French Ligue 1 strugglers Monaco after playing just 10 games for them.

Drc striker Dieumerci Mbokani ``wants to leave'' Monaco


Xcel Energy Inc., the owner of utilities that operate in eight US states, will buy two Calpine Corp. power plants near Denver for $739 million.

Xcel buys two Calpine power plants for $739 million


A bomb attack killed a US soldier in southern Afghanistan, the NATO-led force said on Friday, capping another bloody week for foreign forces battling Taliban militants.


WASHINGTON The Washington Nationals say phenom pitcher Steven Strasburg has a torn ligament in his right elbow and ``probably'' needs Tommy John surgery.

Strasburg probably needs Tommy John surgery


Pfizer launched a Twitter feed on July 16 as part of a larger social media effort that included the creation of an internal blog earlier this year.


Roberto Di Matteo has finally admitted to talks with Wigan over their prized winger Victor Moses.

Roberto Di Matteo admits to talks over Victor Moses


Housing starts fell 3.1 percent in October to a seasonally adjusted rate of 211,800 units from an upwardly revised 218,600 units in September, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp said on Monday.


The dollar slipped against the euro Tuesday after the German Finance Ministry said that a second-quarter contraction was not likely to signal an end to a recovery in Europe's biggest economy.


A firefighter was injured while battling a house fire in City Terrace on Sunday night.

Firefighter injured while battling house fire


Enda Kenny, leader of the Fine Gael party, has been formally elected the next Taoiseach.


Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Salam Fayyad was due to participate in an Israel Project dinner with 50 Jewish leaders in New York Tuesday night, according to the organization.

Fayyad due to participate in dinner with Jewish leaders


As ``Iron Man'' smashed its way to an estimated $201 million in worldwide box office sales, Marvel Entertainment Inc. raised its profit forecast Monday for the year and promised to release ``Iron Man 2'' in 2010.

Marvel Entertainment raises forecast, promises 'Iron Man 2'


Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli is declining to release records that document time, resources and meetings involved in his lawsuit challenging the Obama administration's health care reform package.


Hastings Law School in San Francisco could lose its entire state funding under a proposal by Gov. Schwarzenegger.

Hastings Law school may lose state funding


A woman wanted in a stabbing earlier this week has been caught and is now facing charges of attempted murder and carjacking.


Amvic Building System launched a new industry leading website on May 2, 2008.

Amvic launches new industry leading website


Glasgow-based concert promoter DF Concerts has posted a loss of £1.09 million for the year ending March 31 2008.


Crocodile farmers in the Cuu Long Delta provinces of Kien Giang and Ca Mau are facing financial losses as disease outbreaks and a weak market have affected sales.


Raul Nava scored twice in the final 12 minutes to help Toluca beat DC United 3-1 in the CONCACAF Champions League on Wednesday.


ECS announced today that they are launching a new product line offering large scale composite fiberglass containers.

ECS announces launch of new product line


Price of gold in Vietnam fell by VND500,000 a tael over the previous day on February 4, following a sharp decline in global price after better-than-expected US job report smashed hopes for extra stimulus from the US Federal Reserve, curbing demand for the precious metal.


Actually, it was Mike Nichols, a famed director, who was in the spotlight.


PropertyMaps.com, the leader in online real estate search, partnered with RealtyTrac, the leading online marketplace for foreclosure properties, to offer visitors instant access to over 1 million properties - updated daily - including pre-foreclosure, bank foreclosures and foreclosed homes via auction.

PropertyMaps.com partners with RealtyTrac to offer foreclosure .


Aresco plans to keep the Big East name Big East commissioner Mike Aresco says there are no plans for the conference to change its name and negotiations are expected to start soon with ESPN on a new TV deal.


Courier Corp. on Tuesday reported higher revenues and profits for its fiscal first quarter.

Courier reports higher revenues, profits


A traffic crash survivor with a long criminal record was sent to prison for six months.


If God is all-powerful and created a universe that is very good why does evil exist?