Madonna will be performing live in concert at the TD Banknorth Garden in Boston , Massachusetts on Wednesday, October 15 at 8:00 pm.

Madonna to perform live at TD Banknorth Garden in Boston October 15


Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki said on Monday that Iraq will sue Blackwater Worldwide, following a federal judge's decision to dismiss charges against five former security guards accused of killing Iraqi civilians.


Clinics in Santa Cruz County will offer H1N1 flu shots to any resident who wants the vaccine beginning this week, said Kevin Irvine, director of county health services.


The US is continuing to recover from the worst recession since the Great Depression, the White House said after the latest jobs report revealed that the unemployment rate for the month of April has dropped to 7.5 per cent, the lowest in four years.

US continuing to recover from the worst recession:


The Queen laid the first wreath at the Cenotaph at Whitehall, central London, to commemorate members of the Armed Forces who have died in all conflicts since the First World War.


Mel B is being sued for £500,000 for allegedly dropping her album plans in favour of a Las Vegas stage production, it has been reported.


Head of security at Aurora's Grootvlei Mine on the East Rand, Brad Wood, said nine illegal miners were arrested on Tuesday.


Five people were jailed on felony charges since Thursday, according to records at the Western Regional Jail.


EMI Group Ltd., the iconic British music company that is home to The Beatles, Coldplay and Katy Perry, is being split and sold for $4.1 billion.


State police are seeking two men in connection with an assault and two shootings early Thursday outside a Washington County bar that left a father and son wounded.

State police seeking two men in connection to assault, shootings outside Washington County bar


A Connellsville woman has died of the H1N1 flu virus, making her the first person confirmed to have died of the virus in Fayette County.

Connellsville woman dies of H1N1 flu virus


Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine have discovered a new gene therapy that may prevent the progression of emphysema.

Researchers discover gene therapy to prevent progression of emphysema


BetVictor make Lewis Hamilton their 5/2 favourite for the Chinese Grand Prix in three weeks time after the McLaren driver took third place in today's Malaysian Grand Prix behind Ferrari's Fernando Alonso and an inspired Sergio Perez in the Sauber.

Betvictor make Lewis Hamilton their 5/2 favourite for the Chinese Grand Prix in three weeks.


A Missouri hunter recently found a white deer -- possibly an albino -- while hunting near Lake of the Ozarks.

Hunter finds white deer near Lake of the Ozarks


Rachel McAdams Michael Sheen kissing photos reveal the couple is still dating!

Rachel McAdams Michael Sheen kissing (photos)


TWO more US servicemen were arrested in Japan on Friday, police said, as anti-American sentiment runs high following the rape of a woman in the southern Japanese island of Okinawa.

Two more US servicemen arrested in Japan


ITC Holdings Corp. today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend on ITC common stock of $0.335 per share payable on March 15, 2011, to shareholders of record on March 1, 2011.

ITC Holdings Corp. declares dividend to shareholders


'New Moon' star Robert Pattinson was voted sexiest man on the planet by readers of Heat magazine, ahead of hunky usual suspects Brad Pitt, Zac Efron and Johnny Depp.

Robert Pattinson voted sexiest man on the planet


It is believed that, Kim Kardashian could make huge money on her summer wedding with Kris Humphries, which could earn her around $5 million.


CHICAGO Gannett said Friday it repurchased $117 million of debt in a tender offer completed Thursday night.

Gannett repurchases $117 million of debt


The new 2012 portfolio ended its first week with a healthy rise of 1.5% and there were still bigger gains for the 2009 and 2011 selections when we carried out our review of progress on Wednesday morning.


A South Pittsburg woman faces drug charges after she was stopped by a Jackson County, AL deputy Thursday.


Russia has approved ground and air transit of NATO goods over its territory from Afghanistan, according to an official announcement Friday.


Ashes cricket will return to Old Trafford in 2013 after the England and Wales Cricket Board released the itinerary for next year's international fixtures.

Ashes cricket to return to Old Trafford in 2013


Good funny movies to watch on a date make a first time couple at ease due to the hilarity of the film and the tons of things to discuss once the movie ends.


Greek commercial banks are no longer limited in transferring funds to their Balkan subsidiaries, Greece's EFG Eurobank president said on Tuesday.

Greek banks may transfer funds to Balkan subsidiaries


The Minnesota Twins announced before Friday's game with Milwaukee that first baseman Justin Morneau will have neck surgery Wednesday to remove a herniated disk fragment, keeping him out another six weeks.


CRISIL has assigned its 'P1+' rating to JM Financial Products Ltd's Rs.6.5-billion short-term debt issue, and has reaffirmed its rating on the company's outstanding short-term debt at 'P1+'.

CRISIL assigns P1+ to JM Financial Products' debt issue


Wolverhampton Wanderers have appointed former 1.FC Koln coach Stale Solbakken as their new manager, effective from 1st July.

Wolverhampton Wanderers appoint Stale Solbakken


Young people from Group of 8 industrialized nations and from the developing world met yesterday with the G8 leaders in Toyako, Japan to present their recommendations as part of the Junior 8 Summit.


Britain on Friday called for an orderly transition of power in Egypt after President Hosni Mubarak announced that he will not resign in response to massive protests against his rule.

Britain calls for orderly transition of power in Egypt


A new fiscal year began Wednesday for the State of Connecticut, but leaders of the state's cities and towns are on edge because there's no state budget in place.


Medelita®, maker of breakthrough performance in lab coats for both men and women, announces their global expansion with a new European distributor, Italian firm Medica-Group Scarl.

Medelita announces new European distributor--


David Gilmour paid tribute to longtime friend and Pink Floyd bandmate Rick Wright, who died on Monday of cancer at age 65.

David Gilmour pays tribute to Rick Wright


European stocks ended mixed and the euro slid on Friday after the EU delayed a decision on releasing critical rescue funds to Greece.


Mrs Hannah Tetteh, Ghana's minister for trade and industry, said there were a lot of Nigerian traders doing business in Ghana without harassment.

Nigerian traders doing businesses in Ghana without any harassment


The European Central Bank said yesterday that it lent eurozone banks more than 334 billion euros for a week in its latest operation to boost interbank lending on money markets.


But we were sad to hear that Alexandra Burke hasn't heard from former mentor Cheryl Cole in over a year.

Alexandra Burke hasn't heard from Cheryl Cole 'for over a year'


China has launched an environmental exchange in Beijing, marking the first stage in its efforts to create a nationwide emissions trading platform.

China launches environmental exchange in Beijing


Megan Fox is to play Catwoman in the next Batman film.


THE axe is to fall on 22 Post Offices across Dorset, despite the efforts of local communities to save them.


American Roddick was upset by unseeded Serb Troicki 0-6, 6-2, 6-4, in the quarterfinals,as Argentine second seed del Potro won his 17th straight match, a 6-4, 6-4 victory over American John Isner.

Roddick upset; del Potro wins 17th straight match


An Australian state minister who went missing while hiking alone on a rugged, icy mountain was found safe Tuesday, authorities said.


Former Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic has arrived in Holland to stand trial for war crimes in the Hague.


However, according to ABC 7's Frank Mathie, it is snowing snow leopards at Brookfield Zoo.

It's snowing snow leopards at Brookfield Zoo


Carmelo Anthony is indeed expected to play on Monday, despite missing shootaround for personal reasons.


Mercedes could pull out of Formula One over bribery allegations against F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone, a member of the Daimler board said during a round-table media talk in New York.


Superman is giving up his American citizenship in the latest issue of the comic book series.


POINT MAGU, Calif. A faulty missile has been intentionally detonated at a Southern California naval base.

Faulty missile intentionally detonated at naval base


Red Cross celebrates 150 years Updated: 08:16, Sunday February 17, 2013 The head of the international Red Cross says the organisation is as relevant today as it was at its launch 150 years ago.


BAKERSFIELD, Calif. A Bakersfield Police Department officer was arrested after the department received reports that he wanted a woman to exchange sexual favors for her property to be returned.

Bakersfield Police department officer arrested


USC sophomore Marqise Lee won the Belitnikoff Award, given annually to college football's top receiver, during an awards show Thursday night in Orlando.


It's time for summer reading! 'One World, Many Stories' the summer reading program for children entering grades 6 and under begins tomorrow, June 2.


Ernest Borgnine, the beefy screen star known for blustery, often villainous roles, but who won the best-actor Oscar for playing against type as a lovesick butcher in Marty in 1955, has died He was 95.


Jazz Air Income Fund announced today that its December cash distribution of $0.0838 per Fund unit covering the period from December 1, 2008 to December 31, 2008 will be paid on January 15, 2009 to unitholders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2008.

Jazz Air Income Fund announces December distribution


A community hit hard by floods in June is at risk of not getting federal aid.

Community hit hard by floods at risk of no aid


A man diagnosed with terminal aggressive colon cancer is planning to sell advertisement spaces on his own urn that will help pay for his cremation and the urns.

Man sells advertisement space in his own urn


Samsung has announced a WiFi only version of the Galaxy Camera for those of us who aren't particularly interested in having cellular connectivity on our camera.

Samsung announces WiFi only version of the Galaxy Camera


Wednesday night was a night to remember for some local families dealing with cancer.

A night to remember for families dealing with cancer


On Friday, Crystal walked the red carpet for a screening of his latest film, ``Parental Guidance,'' which opens in theaters later this year and co-stars Bette Midler and Marisa Tomei.


A prominent Algerian opposition figure that went missing several days ago has been found dead in a northwestern of the North African country.


6:56 PM Monday, June 29, 2009 ``Avenue Q'' will reach the end of its Broadway road in September.

'Avenue Q' reaches the end of its Broadway road


A man was struck by a car Saturday night while crossing a Roxbury street.


Bulgarian customs officers have seized eight parcels of skimming devices at Vidin Ferryboat border checkpoint, the country's Customs Agency announced.

Bulgarian customs officers seize eight parcels of skimming devices


Matson Navigation Co. said Friday that it is raising the fuel surcharge for its Hawaii shipping service by 5 percentage points to 45.5 percent, effective Feb. 26.

Matson Navigation to raise fuel surcharge


How much will Kinect sell first week, this is alligned launch weeks.


Medical device startup NeuroTronik, which was spun out of a Chapel Hill business accelerator just 11 months ago, has raised its first round of outside funding: $13.1 million that is earmarked for continued development of a system to treat heart failure.

Medical device startup raises $13.1 million


Prices are rising and they're set to keep rising if you believe what happened in the NBN this week.


The media had reports that Karuturi Networks Limited may acquire an agriculture firm in Germany for 40 million euros and may also foray into horticulture.

Karuturi Networks may acquire agriculture firm


Catherine Zeta-Jones and Kirk Douglas have written to a judge to ask for Cameron Douglas to be given a lesser sentence.


/ KING 5 News NBA fever is heating up in Seattle, and also in the upcoming race for Seattle mayor.

NBA fever heating up in race for Seattle mayor


There are many reasons why Latinos love Nueva York but they have just added another reason to that list.


Britain's minister for climate change Monday claimed China hijacked the UN climate summit and blamed it for a poor outcome.


How far can a brand be stretched before it's stretched too thin?


The mystery behind the Arkavathy killings continues as the prime evidence concerning Kalavathy, Bhima and Manjunath's lie detector test was not conducted on Tuesday.

Mystery behind the Arkavathy killings continues


Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum will return to Shreveport Friday for a final day of campaining before Saturday's primary election.


Slumdog girl Freida Pinto is set to work with Woody Allen.


The average woman spends 500 pounds reinventing her image after being dumped by a boyfriend, according to a new study.

Women spend £500 reinventing their image after being dumped: study


Nepal coach Pubudu Dassanayake said his side was ``outplayed'' by Australian conditions as the national team returned from their worst ever ICC U-19 World Cup campaign.


Salma Hayek turned party planner when the women hired to organise her daughter Valentina's second birthday bash quit two days before the celebration.


Cracks are showing in the Libyan opposition that united against Moammar Gadhafi, raising concerns among the NATO nations that helped topple the regime.


FRANCE braced for a day of nationwide strikes on Thursday and a potentially huge Paris protest aimed at pressing the government to better support workers during the economic crisis.


The Catalina Flyer is to resume daily service from Newport Beach to Catalina Island on Friday with machinery that should give passengers a quieter and smoother ride, the catamaran's owner announced.

Catalina Flyer is to resume daily service Friday


A Las Vegas woman who hit a $1 million jackpot says she plans to buy a house and help family members.


Electrical retailer JB Hi-Fi Ltd has announced plans to buyback 10 per cent of its shares and restructure its underperforming Clive Anthonys business.

JB Hi Fi announces buyback and restructure


India and Bangladesh have agreed to further liberalize air services between the two neighboring countries.

India, Bangladesh agree to liberalize air services


Mark Webber asked the team to instruct teammate Sebastian Vettel to ``back off'' before Sunday's race wrecking smash, according to team boss Christian Vettel.

Mark Webber asked Sebastian Vettel to ``back off''


Playwright Rajiv Joseph has won a 2009 Whiting Writers' Award, according to a report in The New York Times.

Rajiv Joseph wins 2009 Whiting writers' Award


New Delhi, Apr 9 After suffering a major blow at the hands of Naxals in Chhattisgarh, the CRPF today said it will not let the blood of its men go waste and take the battle against the Maoists forward with a hardened resolve.

We will not let the blood of our men go waste:


GE Healthcare Ltd. is cutting 81 jobs at its Milwaukee and Waukesha facilities, or 1.2% of the company's positions in southeastern Wisconsin, the medical technologies division of the General Electric Co. said Tuesday.


Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema revealed that Coach Jose Mourinho has played a vital role in helping him improve as a player.

Mourinho has helped me improve as a player:


TEHRAN -Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said Iran and Azerbaijan have always helped stabilize regional security.

Iran, Azerbaijan help stabilize regional security:


Brazil and Juventus midfielder Felipe Melo believes Diego should be playing for the Selecao in their crucial World Cup qualifier with Argentina.


The Italian pension scheme for the public transport sector, Fondo Pensione PRIAMO, is seeking an investment consultant to advise on asset allocation for its EUR270 million balanced portfolio.


Carmel schools announce kindergarten registration The Carmel Central School District announced Monday that kindergarten registration for children entering school in September will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 am March 20 and March 21.


US evangelist Oral Roberts, who tended to spiritual needs in person and over the airwaves, and to educational needs at a university, died Tuesday at age 91.


Hickory Motor Speedway will open for its 61st season of racing action this Saturday, March 3, with Annual Media Day and Open House.

Hickory Motor Speedway opens for 61st season


Dan Koppen suffered a broken ankle on Monday, Dan Connolly to step in at center...not kick returner


The 79-year-old actor, who plays Ken Barlow in the soap, admitted: 'I didn't have any control over my sex drive.

'I didn't have any control over my sex drive':


The Commerce Department said wholesale inventories rose 1.9 percent in October, a much larger gain than many economists were expecting, while sales jumped 2.2 percent, the biggest increase since March.


The DuPont Co. has acquired full ownership of Solae LLC, a soy ingredients producer that had been a joint venture with Bunge Ltd., an agribusiness and food company based in New York.


DTH major Dish TV today launched a new initiative under which its new subscribers will be able to watch more than 70 channels for Rs 400 for a year.


In a shocking move to free up money under the salary cap, the Texans waived offensive tackle Eric Winston today.

Texans waive offensive tackle Eric Winston


US venture capital companies have lost money in the past decade and industry insiders expect the industry to contract in coming years.

US venture Capital companies lost money in the past decade


Biologists don't know why the polar bear that was shot and killed outside the Yukon River village of Fort Yukon on Thursday crossed the Brooks Range into Interior Alaska.

Why did the polar bear cross the Brooks Range?


Zigron after a successful journey of custom software development, enters into mobile development for iPhone, Symbian, Blackberry and J2ME.


Museums across Leicestershire are going mad over science this month and are giving people the chance to learn more about the mind-boggling subject!


Most Americans believe their country is on the wrong track, the highest level since the early 1990s, according to a poll published on Friday.

Most Americans believe country on wrong track


Parents should correct toddlers on their pronunciation because until the age of four they are unable to hear that they have got it wrong, a study claims.

Parents 'should correct toddlers' pronunciation'


New techniques are helping Bay Area doctors repair bones that otherwise wouldn't heal and in many cases, it means literally growing entirely new sections.

New techniques help Bay area doctors repair bones


Union slams ambulance crew proposal Updated: 10:13, Tuesday December 11, 2012 A proposal for single-crew ambulances in NSW will cost lives if it is implemented, the Health Services Union says.


The Newark Group today launched its new corporate logo featuring a descriptive line explaining what the company produces.


The man accused of attacking Milwaukee's mayor last month has pleaded insanity to four charges, including first-degree reckless injury.

Man accused of attacking mayor pleads insanity


State police say a Fall River man has died following a single-vehicle car crash on Interstate 195 in Somerset.


Hollywood star Patrick Swayze has died from cancer at the age of 57.


Silver prices are easier to manipulate than gold as the market is small and its short position is concentrated.


The state Supreme Court on Friday upheld the state's ban on video sweepstakes machines, overturning the state Appeals Court rulings that said regulating the games violated the constitutional right to free speech.

Nc Supreme Court upholds ban on video sweepstakes


Eighties rocker Rick Springfield was arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor DUI Sunday night on Pacific Coast Highway in the Malibu area.

Rick Springfield arrested on suspicion of DUI


BYU All-American wide receiver Austin Collie announced Friday that he will forgo his senior season and enter the NFL draft.


TrendSetter Solar Products Inc. says it has sold its first medium-sized solar hot water system to the Federal Bureau of Prisons through one of its larger dealers.

TrendSetter sells solar hot water system to Federal Bureau of Prisons


The government apparently forgot to get acceptance letters from nominated Rajya Sabha members, Rekha and Sachin Tendulkar which may have delayed their oath taking.

Government forgets to get acceptance letters from Rekha and Tendulkar


Food vendors and other service providers in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis have been told to observe strict personal and environmental hygiene in their operations in order not to put the health of their clients at risk.

Food vendors told to observe personal, environmental hygiene


Pop singer Lady Gaga made her much anticipated return to the stage, with a surprise performance at a New York bar last week.


UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan has said that THE UAE and Iran enjoy ``historic and progressive'' relations.

UAE and Iran enjoy historic and progressive relations --


Shawn Marion entered the Matrix on Thursday, finishing with 21 points on 8-of-14 shooting, 3-of-3 free throws, two three-pointers, 10 rebounds, two assists, five steals and one turnover.


The New York Times reports that Star Wars director, Irvin Kershner, has died at the age of 87.

'Star Wars' director, Irvin Kershner, dies at 87


Canada's new state-of-the-art Arctic icebreaker will be named after former Conservative prime minister John Diefenbaker, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced Thursday in Inuvik, NWT

New Arctic icebreaker to be named after Diefenbaker


Kurdish guerrillas killed nine Turkish soldiers in a landmine ambush in Turkey's eastern Erzincan province on Monday, military sources said.

Kurdish guerrillas kill nine Turkish soldiers in ambush


A Larimore man is accused of shooting two moose south of the Grand Forks County town, the state Game and Fish Department says.


Popular UK-based internet provider Virgin Media has announced that they will soon begin to roll out super-quick 100Mbps broadband internet service to over 12.6 million homes in the United Kingdom.

Virgin Media soon rolling out 100Mbps broadband


Slovenia will contribute EUR 938m in guarantees to the second bailout package for Greece worth EUR 130bn, state secretary at the Finance Ministry Dejan Krušec said as he attended a session of the EU Council for Economic and Financial Affairs in Brussels on Tuesday.

Slovenia to contribute EUR 938m in guarantees for Greece


The consumer PC market isn't floundering because of the iPad, in fact, the rate of cannibalization is actually declining among more recent purchasers, according to leading market research company The NPD Group'sApple iPad Owner Study IIreport.

Consumer PC market isn't floundering because of the iPad


Foxtel has today appointed SBS executive Bruce Meagher as its new director of corporate affairs.

Foxtel appoints new director of corporate affairs


Gov. Steve Beshear said he'll call Kentucky lawmakers back to the Capitol for a special session if Kentucky's economy keeps getting worse.

Beshear says he'll call lawmakers back if economy gets worse


Indonesia is pulling out of OPEC because it is no longer a net oil exporter, the minister of energy and mineral resources said Wednesday.


Rikki Clarke led a Derbyshire fightback against a Warwickshire team without England wicketkeeper Tim Ambrose.


Kim Kardashian is not trying to buy the rights to her sex tape, according to Vivid boss Steve Hirsch.

Kim Kardashian - Kim Kardashian not trying to buy sex tape


Vietnam calls for vigorous international support for the Transitional Federal Government in Somalia in its endeavours to repel attempts to destroy the Djibouti peace process and spoil the efforts to bring peace and stability to the country.

Vietnam calls for international support to Somalia's Government


Peter Hanson is the golf betting favorite to win the Czech Open this week, the tournament on the European Tour, mainly because he's been playing better than anybody else in the field.


China Mobile launched its online software and application store on Monday, said Tuesday's China Daily.


As of today, March 6, after selling approximately 42,000 mt Turkish steel producer Kardemir has closed its rebar sales, which it had opened on February 29 with an increase of TL 53/mt.


Democrat Mark Dayton says he's not declaring victory in the Minnesota governor's race.

Dayton not declaring victory in governor's race


Levi is offering $460 million in senior notes due 2020 and separately offering 275 million euro in senior notes due 2018.


Sarah Michelle Gellar has revealed that she sticks with TV work because it fits in around her family.

Sarah Michelle Gellar: `TV work fits around my family`


The euro faced fresh pressure on Thursday over the eurozone debt crisis as Spain and Portugal came into focus after Ireland launched a new austerity drive as part of a massive debt bailout, dealers said.

Euro faces fresh pressure on eurozone debt crisis


Brent Celek fully practiced all week, and is probable for Saturday's playoff game at Dallas, according to the Eagles' official website.


Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said Thursday that he would go to Zurich to thank FIFA for awarding Russia the right to host the 2018 World Cup.


Japanese government bond yields fell Thursday, as a decline in domestic stocks and in US Treasury yields offered some respite from the rises in the past two sessions.


NAASCO is proud to announce a new service for aircraft and helicopter operators that need Starter Generators overhauled or repaired on a one or two day turnaround.


A Fort Collins woman who crashed her SUV into a tree in the early morning of July 1 has died from her injuries.

Fort Collins woman who crashed into tree dies from her injuries


McCausland Avenue will close at Highway 40 in St. Louis at 10 tonight for bridge demolition, according to the Missouri Department of Transportation and Gateway Constructors.

Mccausland will close tonight for demolition


Community banks across Manatee and Sarasota counties have improved their balance sheets this year as real estate prices rose and fewer loans defaulted.

Community banks in Manatee, Sarasota improve balance sheets


I'm told the humidity makes it feel hotter, why is this?'' asks LeBron James in this educational video for Khan Academy.

LeBron James: 'i'm told the humidity makes it feel hotter, why is this?'


Washington is getting ready to celebrate 100 years of its famous cherry blossom trees, and the trees' head tender said Thursday that peak flowering season is expected at the end of March.

Washington readies to celebrate 100 years of cherry blossom trees


Environmental and energy law firm Marten Law is opening a new office in Portland.


The North-East is emerging as the rubber hub of India as experts believe that large-scale cultivation of the crop can bridge the shortfall in supply amid rising demand.

North-East can emerge as rubber hub of India


A federal jury is deliberating the fraud and income tax evasion trial of Milton Street, the older brother of former Philadelphia Mayor John Street.

Jury deliberates fraud, income tax trial of Milton Street


FINNISH telecoms giant Nokia, the world's largest mobile phone manufacturer, has announced it would launch its first-ever mini laptop.


A police car hit a pedestrian in Longmont during the rainstorm Wednesday night.


Four groups are seeking federal protection for the Northern Rockies fisher, a member of the weasel family.

Groups seek federal protection for fisher


Custom-made insoles may help reduce arthritic foot pain, Australian researchers concluded after a review.


A Greenwood man is facing criminal sexual conduct charges after a woman claimed he raped her on Friday.

Man faces charges after woman claims rape


Malaysia will stop issuing landing visas across the board from Aug. 15 in an effort to prevent foreign migrant workers from abusing the program, a diplomatic official said yesterday.

Malaysia to stop issuing landing visas august 15


Camilla dodges rain on second day Subscribe for the latest news from PA: http://bit.ly/RvMVLq The umbrella came out on the Duchess of Cornwall's second day in Paris, where she saw a performance from the Republican Guard marching band and riders.


The Maoists have declared that they will observe martyrs' week, beginning July 28, across Maharashtra ``in memory of rebel leaders'' like Charu Majumdar and others killed in encounters with security forces.


British banks may need another state bailout next year and their borrowing requirements could hit £25 billion a month, a thinktank said, although the UK finance minister dismissed any such scenario.


ISLINGTON Lib Dem councillor Meral Ece was invited to a launch at 10 Downing Street for work on social mobility.


Dora became the fourth named hurricane of the Eastern Pacific season after strengthening from a tropical storm off Mexico, US meteorologists said.

Hurricane dora strengthens from tropical storm off Mexico


President Mary McAleese today unveiled a Peace Bell at Áras an Uachtaráin to mark the tenth anniversary of the Belfast Agreement.


Sligo Rovers have issued an apology after human excrement was found on a visiting Glentoran supporters bus following the Setanta Sports Cup match at the Showgrounds on Monday night.

Sligo Rovers issue apology after human excrement found on Glentoran bus


Baldwin, known for his role as Jack Donaghy on the hit television show, ``30 Rock,'' will speak about art and politics.

Actor alec Baldwin speaks about art and politics


When Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama devolved his ``formal authority'' to the elected leadership of the Tibetan exiles, he created history of sorts by reversing the over 350-year-old tradition in which the top monk guided the Tibetan government.

Dalai Lama reverses 350-year-old tradition


After establishing herself in Marathi cinema, actor Amruta Khanvilkar will be making her theatre debut this year in the play Ye Re Ye Re Paisa.

Amruta Khanvilkar to make her theatre debut this year


TV presenter Lorraine Kelly said she got a ``real fright'' after falling from a horse, which then stamped on her leg.


Joseph Anthony, a leading Psychic Astrologer in the Phoenix area, has announced he will be conducting a presentation to help explain what is currently happening in our personal lives and in the world at large.


Sen. Joe Lieberman, a former Democrat-turned- independent who strongly backed Republican John McCain for president, said Thursday he'll support Barack Obama to get the country moving again.


''I'm ready to rumble and I plan to attack, attack and attack.


Armenia will discuss realization of Russian program on compatriots at the Armenian-Russian intergovernmental commission in Yerevan on October 12, Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan said on Wednesday, News Armenia reports.

Armenia to discuss Russian program of compatriots


A miniature earthquake too weak to measure is being blamed for the rupture of a water line at the corner of North 14th Street and Stubbs Avenue in Monroe.

Miniature earthquake blamed for rupturing water line


Adobe, in its quest to see Flash and AIR on all mobile platforms, has announced Adobe AIR for mobile devices and has joined the mobile-Linux-on-phones group, the LiMo Foundation.

Adobe announces AIR for mobile devices and joins LiMo Foundation


An Argentine legislator has proposed building a monument to honour Diego Maradona, whose future as Argentina coach has been uncertain since the team was eliminated in the World Cup quarter-finals to Germany.

Argentine legislator proposes building a monument to honour Diego Maradona


Police need help over missing Vic teen Updated: 20:19, Saturday April 20, 2013 Police say a Melbourne girl missing for almost two months is believed to be using public transport to travel from suburb to suburb.


Harvey Pekar, creator of the indie comic American Splendor, has died.


Cheryl Cole has admitted that she wasn't sure about X Factor contestant Katie Waissel during her first audition.

Cheryl Cole: 'I wasn't sure about Katie Waissel at first'


Experts at The University of Nottingham say 'modern matrons' -- with their managerial and entrepreneurial skills -- are struggling to fulfil their role as leader, and this remains a major challenge in a crucially important area of healthcare.

Modern matron struggling to fulfil role as leader


HICKORY, NC Hickory has opened a playground to honor Zahra Baker, the 10-year-old disabled girl from Australia who was killed by her stepmother in North Carolina.

Hickory opens playground in honor of Zahra Baker


Interstate 95 has reopened after a fast moving brush fire briefly closed a portion of the roadway in both directions between SR 50 and SR 528.

Interstate 95 reopened after brush Fire closes roadway


The Navy plans to christen its newest Virginia-class attack submarine California this weekend.

Navy to christen attack submarine California


A Girl Scout was robbed Wednesday night while selling cookies outside a local grocery store.


Yellowhead Trail is closed from 66th Street to Wayne Gretzky Drive following a serious early morning collision.

Yellowhead Trail closed after early morning collision


Two Huntington women pleaded guilty in federal court to distributing prescription pain medication, according to a news release from the US Attorney's Office.

Two Huntington women pleaded guilty in federal court to distributing prescription pain medication.


Reserve Bank of India has raised its key interest rate by half a percentage point Tuesday, the 11th hike in less than a year and a half, as it warned that inflation remains the country's main economic concern.

Reserve bank of India raises key interest rate


Roger Federer, the greatest tennis player of all time, has backed Andy Murray to get better and come good in a Grand Slam at some point in the near future.


Kartar Singh Lalvani of famous Sindhi Sikh family from Karachi and Bombay has been awarded the Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in her Birthday Honours.

Kartar Singh Lalvani awarded the Order of the British Empire


Patti Smith has revealed that she has written a song about the late Amy Winehouse.

Patti Smith writes song about Amy Winehouse


What would be cool is if classic could virtualize sessions so that each could run as a separate process on the pre.


Viña Concha y Toro SA announced Friday that the sale of Fetzer Vineyards closed, and the transfer of ownership is fully assumed by the Chilean wine producer.


Toyota Kirloskar Motor today said that it would start exporting ``Etios'' series sedan and hatchback to South Africa in March 2012.

Toyota Kirloskar to export Etios to South Africa


Rwanda has denied accusations from a human rights group that rebels led by now President Paul Kagame went unpunished for war crimes and revenge killings after the central African nation's 1994 genocide.

Rwanda denies accusations from a human rights group


At a time when the Congress and the government were on the backfoot in the wake of a series of scams, party General Secretary Rahul Gandhi today said severe punishment should be given to the corrupt.

Severe punishment should be given to the corrupt:


A man died on a flight that landed at a Utah airport on Sunday.


McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants, Inc. today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss third quarter 2010 financial results on Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at 5:00 PM ET. Hosting the call will be William Freeman, Chief Executive Officer, and Michelle Lantow, Chief Financial Officer.

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood restaurants, Inc. to announce third quarter 2010 results on November 3, 2010


Tropical Storm Fay made landfall in southwestern Florida Tuesday as residents braced for another battering.


COLUMBUS, Ohio - An Ohio high school that canceled graduation because of a cheating scandal has tightened computer security and will emphasize ethics to students this fall.

Ohio high school tightens computer security


FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -Arkansas says star quarterback Ryan Mallett suffered a concussion during the Razorbacks' loss at Auburn.

Arkansas says Mallett suffered concussion


A Randolph County man has been charged with 14 counts of taking indecent liberties with a minor.

Man charged with 14 counts of indecent liberties with minor


Leg-spinner Imran Tahir beat some pre-match jitters to play a starring role in South Africa's World Cup victory over the West Indies on Thursday.


The audio tapes of the night Tiger Woods had the infamous car accident have been released.

Audio tapes of Tiger Woods' infamous accident released


The state has accused former police boss Jackie Selebi of changing his evidence to distance himself from drug lord Glenn Agliotti.

State accuses Selebi of changing evidence


Drew Stubbs hit his first career homer leading off the 10th inning, giving the Cincinnati Reds a 2-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Thursday.

Drew Stubbs' first career homer gives Cincinnati Reds 2-1 victory over San Francisco Giants


Property worth several crores of rupees was destroyed in a devastating fire in the frontier district of Kupwara in Jammu and Kashmir, official sources said here today.

Property worth several crores destroyed in fire in Kupwara


Even though winter was reluctant to yield to the onset of spring, the spring growing season is under way for home vegetable and fruit growers.


Free agent guard/center Andre Gurode is set to visit the Seahawks on Tuesday.

Andre Gurode to visit Seahawks on Tuesday


Allen just returned from an 11 day trip to Rwanda where he delivered thousands of shoes to children and even performed for the Rwandan president.


The colourful montage adorns a wall at Bishop Auckland railway station and replicates images from the station in the early 1900s, as well as a map of the current route to Saltburn.

A colourful montage adorns a wall at Bishop Auckland railway station


Native Instruments has announced the release of Traktor Kontrol X1 Which they describe as a highly functional performance controller that gives DJs immediate hands-on control over vital aspects of their performance.

Native Instruments announces TRAKTOR KONTROL X1


The US Chamber of Commerce announced Wednesday that it was endorsing Republican state Sen. Robert Hurt in the 5th District race against Democrat Rep. Tom Perriello and independent Jeff Clark.


Hrithik Roshan will be paired with sultry latino actress Barbara Mori in Anurag Basu's Next by Rakesh Roshan's Filmkraft Productions.

Hrithik to be paired with sultry latino actress Barbara Mori?


A serial bank robber has been sentenced to 12 1/2 years in federal prison.


Showers and thunderstorms will continue over central New York Tuesday night.

Showers and thunderstorms continue Tuesday night


The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed shortstop Jack Wilson on the 15-day disabled list with a sprained left middle finger.

Pittsburgh Pirates place shortstop Jack Wilson on disabled list


Singer Amy Winehouse has been found dead at her home in north London, Sky News reported on Saturday.

Singer Amy Winehouse found dead - report


iShares, the Exchange Traded Fund arm of Barclays Global Investors, has launched two new ETFs on the London Stock Exchange including the first emerging markets bond fund in Europe.

IShares launches two new ETFs on the London Stock Exchange


Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts could have been a ``Deacon,'' or at least, the character of Deacon Claybourne on the hit ABC-TV series Nashville.

Jay DeMarcus could have been a ``Deacon''


Lesbians should be encouraged to have regular cervical screening, according to a public health expert.

Lesbians encouraged to have cervical screening


ATLANTA, GA, AUGUST 11, 2008 � Nexidia, the market-leading provider of audio search and speech analytics solutions, today announced that Dr. Marsal Gavalda, Nexidia�s Director of Incubation, will be speaking at the upcoming SpeechTEK 2008, the world�s biggest speech technology conference and exhibition.

Nexidia�s Director of Incubation to speak at SpeechTEK 2008


Free agent receiver Reggie Williams, Jr., who spent the last five years with the Jacksonville Jaguars, was arrested in Houston early Friday morning.


100 rifles stolen from a CSX train car in an Atlanta train yard, with potential terrorism links to terrorists in the area.


A damning audit report has revealed the misappropriation of foreign aid by the former government.

Audit report reveals misappropriation of foreign aid


Fenerbahche have been banned from European club competition for two seasons and fellow-Turkish side Beshiktash for one, European soccer's governing body UEFA said on Tuesday.

Beshiktash , Fenerbahche banned from European competition by UEFA


Now that she has completed rehab, sister Kyle Richards exclusively told OK! on Wednesday night that Kim is ``doing very well!'' ``She is really well, thank you. I was just with her all day today!''

Kyle Richards on sister Kim Richards: ``she is doing very well''


Delta is considering moving 150 jobs from Minneapolis to Atlanta as part of an ongoing consolidation effort that started last June.

Delta could move 150 jobs from Minneapolis to Atlanta


The Government should allow import of tea which would help to bring down its prices, a senior industry official said.


Sri Lanka is to formally respond to a new US resolution on Sri Lanka tabled at the United Nations Human Rights Council, the foreign ministry said Tuesday.


A young Glen Aubrey mother and her baby, delivered by caesarian section, both died as the result of a violent two-car crash Thursday night in the Town of Maine.


Chelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti believes AS Roma have the potential to end Internazionale's stranglehold on Serie A by clinching the prize at the end of the current campaign.


The campaign to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour has stepped up a notch.


Tottenham marched into the knockout rounds of the Champions League here Wednesday, sweeping aside German outfit Werder Bremen with an emphatic 3-0 victory at White Hart Lane.


Your next hotel stay may soon cost you a little more because of higher hotel rates.


Perez Hilton reports that Shakira has launched her second fragrance, S by Shakira Eau Florale.


Gregor Blanco gets back to third base safely on Melky Cabrera's ground ball


The president MCB, Atif Aslam Bajwa has said that success of telecom sector had remained unaffected even as compared to literacy levels.

Telecom sector remained unaffected even by literacy levels:


LifeSize Communications, a dealer in high definition video communications and telepresence, has stated that it has partnered with TAMCO, a leading independent financial solutions provider, to provide a private label finance offering to customers in the United States and Canada.

LifeSize partners with TAMCO to provide private label finance offering to us customers


Global supply chain solutions including freight forwarding services, document management and product staging are among the services provided by Optimized Transportation Management, currently appearing as the Featured Company on TransWorldNews.com.


A Chinese research centre has built the world's fastest supercomputer, with almost one-and-a-half times the computing power of its nearest rival.

China builds worlds' fastest supercomputer


A new science centre that will trade in knowledge and ideas and attempt to help solve the most serious issues facing modern society has been opened in Adelaide.


Roger Clemens apologized Monday for unspecified mistakes in his personal life, a statement Brian McNamee's lawyers intend to use to attack the pitcher's credibility at trial.

Roger Clemens apologizes for 'mistakes in personal life'


Indian Hill senior guard Nicole Bell signed with Indiana on Thursday, officially becoming a member of the 2012 recruiting class, according to the Indian Hill athletic department.

Indian Hill guard Nicole Bell signs with Indiana


Aaron Rodgers revealed Tuesday that he's been cleared to play against the Giants in Week 16.

Aaron Rodgers cleared to play against Giants


Queensland police have warned members of the public to ignore a scam text and email being distributed by overseas fraudsters that commands recipients to deposit $5000 into a bank account or be killed.


Legendary songsmith and Oklahoma native Jimmy Webb has been elected chairman of the board of the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Jimmy Webb elected chairman of the board of Songwriters Hall of Fame


The United States on Monday voiced the hope for continued good relations with Pakistan as it closely watched the latest political developments in the South Asian country.

Us hopes for continued good relations with ally Pakistan


The Bank of England will inject £50 billion in additional quantitative easing into the economy to continue to shore it up against the risk of another recession.

Bank of England injects £50 billion into the economy


CREWE and Nantwich residents are being urged to use the upcoming census to help unlock their own family histories.

Crewe and Nantwich residents urged to use the census


Complex Media has added seven new partner sites to its ad network, the Complex Media Network.


News of a Timbaland ``possible'' attempted suicide is not true, says Ryan Seacrest.

Timbaland possible attempted suicide not true:


Edwin's 1st half helps Seton Hall beat NJIT 68-59 Fuquan Edwin carried Seton Hall in the first half when he made nearly every shot he took.


Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez said on Wednesday he is considering establishing full relations with Iraq, six years after cutting ties.

Chavez considering full relations with Iraq


But Lappin has still thought long and hard about new Brisbane Lions coach Michael Voss's plea to come out of retirement.


Baby products and accessories manufacturer, Kushies is broadening its focus, and launching a separate layette and apparel division.

Kushies launches layette and apparel division


Amnesty International urged Sudan to free a human rights activist detained without charge since his June arrest in the oil-rich state of Southern Kordofan where government forces are battling rebels.

Amnesty International urges Sudan to free human rights activist


Missoula County commissioners will hold the final hearing on the fiscal year 2013 budget at 1:30 pm Wednesday in Room B14 in the basement of the county's administration building.

Missoula county commissioners to hold final hearing on budget


Local union workers held a protest Friday at the Kroger store in Hartland Township, claiming the grocer hired labor for a remodeling project at below-standard pay.


SOUTH Carolina Governor Mark Sanford has admitted conducting a months-long affair with a woman in Argentina, but refused to answer questions about whether he would resign from office.

South Carolina governor Mark Sanford admits affair


A Columbus woman has been sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for the murder of an elderly Pickaway County man.

Woman sentenced in murder of elderly Pickaway County man


Major League Baseball suspended Chicago Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano for six games Thursday for his tirade during a 5-2 win over Pittsburgh.


India imported most of its Phosphoric Acid from different countries like 16032 MT from USA, 14480 MT from Senegal, 7437 MT from Morocco, 338 MT from Korea, 300 MT from China, 202 MT from Taiwan and 253 MT from Other countries.

India imported most of its Phosphoric Acid from different countries like USA, Senegal, Morocco.


The Minister for Transport Ruth Kelly is to leave the Government, Sky News sources understand.


Utah Department of Corrections officials say a condemned inmate set for execution by firing squad on Friday has already eaten his last meal.

Inmate set for firing squad eats last meal


Country singer Chely Wright is set to announce that she is a lesbian in the next issue of People Magazine, reports by TMZ.com indicate.

Singer Chely Wright to announce that she's a lesbian


Bolton Wanderers have agreed a £3 million fee with Burnley for Chris Eagles and Tyrone Mears with the pair now expected to leave Turf Moor and head to the Reebok Stadium.

Bolton agree fee with Burnley for duo Chris Eagles and Tyrone Mears


Senior Police officials on Wednesday expressed concern over policemen being targeted by the common people.


Garner, IA-An electrical problem is being blamed for starting a Garner house on fire.

Electrical problems blamed for starting house fire


In what is a little bit of a surprise, Stanford football got shut out of the NFL draft for the second year in a row.


Vijaya Bank has target of Rs 104, says Kunal Bothra, LKP.


UConn to quit West Hartford for move to Hartford The University of Connecticut is leaving its West Hartford campus and moving to Hartford to be closer to state government, bring a major state institution to downtown Hartford and avoid millions in renovation costs.


Belgian teenager Luca Brecel failed in his latest bid to reach the Crucible on Sunday.


The mobile industry is underestimating corporate demand for new devices and services, according to a new report from Forrester Research.

Mobile industry underestimating corporate demand


British comedian Russell Brand says he wants to marry fiancé Katy Perry in Las Vegas in front of an Elvis Presley impersonator.

Brand to marry in front of Presley's impersonator


E Balanandan, Veteran CPM leader and CPM politburo member E Balanandan, who died here today, was cremated with full State honours at Kalamassery CPI area committee office premises.

E Balanandan cremated with State honours


Gold rose two per cent on Monday in a risk rally with equities and commodities, as the US dollar tumbled after a renewed Franco-German pledge to introduce a plan to resolve the euro zone's debilitating debt crisis.


Dan Seals, who performed as England Dan in the pop duo England Dan and John Ford Coley and later had a successful country career, died of complications from cancer at age 61.


A man is facing weapons charges after he was seen waving a gun at another driver this morning.


The cost of living remained unchanged last month with the annual rate of inflation at 4.3%.


Abbeville won the A state softball title behind strong pitching, while Byrnes lost the 4A baseball title for the second consecutive year.


Pakistani stocks ended on a seven-and-a-half month high on Friday, and in healthy turnover, led by Engro Corp after it announced a higher than expected full year result, dealers said.


Bridgestone Corporation announced today that it will increase its production capacity of EVA film, which is used as an adhesive film for solar modules.

Bridgestone to increase production capacity of EVA film


Hollywood actor George Clooney, counted as one of the world's sexiest men, doesn't fear experimenting with a new look as he knows he can get away with it.

Clooney doesn't fear experimenting with new looks


A former teacher at Turtle Mountain Community College says he will plead guilty to stealing laptop computers from the school.

Former teacher pleads guilty to stealing laptops


JPMorgan upgraded Coal India to 'neutral' from 'underweight', saying the drop in the share price this year is making the risk reward ``relatively more attractive''.

JPMorgan upgrades Coal India to 'neutral'


Cranston sushi restaurant that was shut down by the state Department of Health reopened Friday.


An Israeli flag is symbolically burned near to a Mosque at the Felestin Sq. in Tehran, Iran, Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, by Iranian worshippers following Friday payers, Iran will ``blow up the heart of Israel'' if the United States or the Jewish state attacked it first, a top official with Iran's most powerful military force - the Revolutionary Guard - warned Friday.

Iran to `blow up the heart of Israel' if attacked


A veteran San Diego police sergeant is accused of stalking a female officer and repeatedly harassing her with unwanted phone calls and other contact.


Public Radio Exchange, a non-profit which operates an online marketplace that independent radio producers use to upload content so that it can be licensed by public radio stations or accessed by individuals, has raised $2.7 million in funding from three non-profits.

Public radio Exchange raises $2.7 million


With Cliff Lee sent off to Philadelphia, the Indians are expected to trade Victor Martinez by the end of the week.


Miranda Lambert will release her first performance DVD, Revolution:


Japanese production and advertising agency Dentsu Inc said Monday its group net profit in the April-June quarter rose 23.1% to 1.9 billion yen, even as group revenue slipped 18.2% to to 381.1 billion yen.

Dentsu profit rises even as revenue slips


US President Barack Obama is meeting with his national security team to discuss the nation's strategy concerning Afghanistan.

US President Barack Obama meeting with national security


Senior Housing Properties Trust today announced that it has closed a $512.9 million mortgage financing with Fannie Mae, on the following terms:

Senior Housing properties Trust announces $512.9 million financing from Fannie Mae


Several media reports say that Houston Rockets center Yao Ming has a stress fracture in his left foot and might be out for the season.


A 23-year-old Ottawa man was murdered on a city bus for his girlfriend's iPod, a prosecutor said Wednesday.

Man murdered on bus for girlfriend's iPod


A Monticello man is under arrest and charged with trying to steal copper pipe from the former Area 51 nightclub across from the main entrance to Monticello Casino and Raceway on Route 17B in Monticello, village police said.

Man charged with trying to steal copper pipe from former nightclub


A MAN was viciously attacked after he left a Leigh bar and was pushed to the floor.


Writtle has a long and illustrious record of delivering Agriculture courses, from Further Education level right through to Bachelors, Masters and PhDs in Agriculture and a plethora of related subjects.

'Writtle has a long and illustrious record of delivering Agriculture courses'


Parents have been ordered to get their children to school after it was revealed the average Scottish secondary school pupil is absent for more than three weeks a year.

Secondary pupils absent three weeks a year


ATLANTA Defending WNBA scoring leader Angel McCoughtry has re-signed with the Atlanta Dream.

Angel McCoughtry re-signs with Atlanta Dream


Nawab Mumtaz Ali Bhutto, Chairman Sindh National Front, said on Sunday evening that ``it seems Zardari has gone to Dubai not to save his life but his job''.

'Zardari has gone to Dubai to save his job'


IBM is going to work with Broadband Electric Communications to bring a broadband network over power lines.

Ibm to bring broadband network over power lines


After arriving in Hawaii, President Hu Jintao met with US business leaders from a broad section of industries, to exchange views on expanding China-US trade ties.


Casino operator Isle of Capri Casinos Inc. said Friday it filed a universal shelf registration statement with federal regulators to replace its previous statement that expired.

Isle of Capri Casinos files shelf registration


President Obama, while making a speech during his one day visit to Ghana, told Africans to stop laying the blame elsewhere and to take control of their own destiny.

Obama tells Africans to take control of their own destiny


DC Fire /EMS officials are warning that the funeral procession for a veteran firefighter may cause traffic delays around the area this afternoon.


Denbury Resources Inc. today announced its first quarter 2010 financial and operating results.

Denbury Resources announces first quarter results


Provincial police say more impaired driving charges were laid on Ontario highways during the past holiday season than in any year since 2005.


Jefferies downgraded Qlik Technologies from Buy to Hold and cut its price target from $39 to $34.

Jefferies downgrades Qlik Technologies (Qlik) to Hold


Home prices in 20 US cities rose in October for a fifth consecutive month, putting the housing market and economy farther along the path to recovery.

Home prices in 20 US cities rose for fifth month


Vizrt Ltd. During September 2011, employees of Vizrt Ltd. exercised 9,000 options into shares.


BNP staged a walkout on Wednesday as soon as parliament resumed, protesting a new layout by speaker of the House Abdul Hamid that gives the main opposition party just four front row seats.


Longtime record exec STEVE STOUTE took out a full-page ad in SUNDAY's NEW YORK TIMES, to take issue with this year's GRAMMY AWARDS -- and point out artists he felt were overlooked.

STEVE STOUTE takes issue with the GRAMMY AWARDS


Singer Chris Brown is planning to sue R&B singer Raz B for suggesting he is gay.


Three NATO soldiers were killed in separate attacks in eastern Afghanistan at the weekend, the International Security Assistance Force said.

Three NATO soldiers killed in eastern Afghanistan


In an era when the world's armies are hard pressed to fill their ranks, the Gurkhas are a recruiter's dream:


Australia will host Japan in May in the next round of the Asia Oceania Zone Group I Davis Cup following its successful tie against Taiwan which became a 5-0 clean sweep on Sunday at Margaret Court Arena.


``I am doing amazing,'' Bynes told People magazine via telephone, just days after her car was impounded in Los Angeles for driving with a suspended license for the second time this month.


Former French First Lady Carla Bruni is rumoured to be pregnant with her third child at the age of 44.


Florida on Wednesday filed its nearly 300-page Race to the Top application for a $100 million early learning grant designed to improve its voluntary pre-kindergarten program.

Florida files Race to the Top application


Pooja Bhatt's Kajraare, starring Himesh Reshammiya and Pakistani actress Mona Laizza, promises to be musical delight, featuring essentially Indian music that will surprise Himesh fans.


MK Dons chairman Pete Winkleman praised the Posh fans for helping to generate a superb atmosphere at stadium:mk last night.


A Bihar court Wednesday began hearing a defamation case against the Indian cast of Oscar-nominated film ``Slumdog Millionaire'' and music maestro AR Rahman for allegedly ``abusing slum dwellers''.

Court begins hearing case against ``Slumdog Millionaire''


Michael Bisping has confessed he would welcome a title eliminator with Yushin Okami if he beats Jorge Rivera at UFC 127 in Sydney.

Bisping 'would welcome' title eliminator with Okami


Nicky Henderson is thrilled with his Cheltenham Festival team as the countdown to the meeting continues.

Nicky Henderson thrilled with Cheltenham Festival team


Turkmenistan Airlines plans to open new air flights on economically viable directions in three phases, the Turkmen State News reported on Wednesday.

Turkmenistan Airlines plans to open new flights


Upstate New York will split more than $150 million in federal grants to upgrade and build rail projects.

Upstate New York to split $150 million in federal grants


German carmaker Audi will build a logistics park in Gyor linked to the company's planned factory expansion project, Gyor's mayor, Zsolt Borkai said at a Friday meeting of the local council.


Betfair Hollywood Park will close by year's end and the 75-year-old racetrack property in Inglewood will be developed by its owner.

Betfair Hollywood Park to close by year's end; racetrack to be developed


``South Africa will host CLT20 this year. All other details to follow soon,'' tweeted Sundar Raman, of member of the tournament's technical committee.


On the same day when the Centurion crowd was bigger for the opening day of the first Test between South Africa and England compared to the T20 international last month, Morgan said in an effort to counter smaller attendances, day/night Tests were the way to go.


A ``dedicated champion'' of war veterans' rights and former national president of the Returned and Services Association, John Campbell, of Dunedin, has died after a long illness.

'Dedicated champion' of war veterans' rights dies


Malaysian interest rates currently at three per cent has remained accommodative, says Bank Negara governor, Tan Sri Dr Zeti Akhtar Aziz.


The New England Patriots released fullback Kyle Eckel today.


Taiwanese panel maker AU Optronics Corp. said Thursday it has suspended operations at its Taoyuan county plant in northern Taiwan to inspect any possible damage caused by recent earthquakes.

AU Optronics suspends operations at Taoyuan plant after earthquakes


Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday asked the BJP and the Congress to respect the regional parties because of their dominance in states.

BJP, cong should respect regional parties:


People had to fork out a bit more money to buy some items last month.


Tilda Swinton slept in a glass box for a special art performance at a museum in New York.

Tilda Swinton sleeps in glass box for art


A Rome man remains in jail this morning on felony aggrevated battery charges after Rome police arrested him in a stabbing, reports stated.


Blindsuk issues a reminder for parents to use cordless roller blinds as child safe offering a special collection consisting solely of spring operated roller blinds in their online offer.

A reminder for parents to use cordless roller blinds as child safe


THE World Trade Organisation has backed a US complaint that said Airbus received illegal European government subsidies to develop its A380 aircraft plane, according to sources familiar with the preliminary ruling.


Thai raw sugar premiums strengthened this week after a sharp drop in New York futures spurred buying interest from consumers in Asia, but Indian white sugar prices slipped due to abundant supply, dealers said on Tuesday.


Tyco Electronics and ADC announced today a definitive agreement under which Tyco Electronics will acquire ADC for $12.75 per share in cash, or an enterprise value of approximately US$1.25 billion.


Sinopec , Xinjiang signed strategic cooperation framework agreement Sinopec, Xinjiang sign strategic cooperation framework agreement

Sinopec, Xinjiang signed strategic cooperation framework agreement


Indian 400m runner Ashwini Akkunji, a gold medallist at the Commonwealth and Asian Games, was facing a two-year ban for doping yesterday after her ``B'' sample tested positive for steroids.


Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi bowed to mounting pressure Tuesday and vowed to resign after the approval of austerity measures designed to appease financial markets and the European Union.

Berlusconi to resign after approval of austerity measures


Simon Le Bon says he and his mates used to enter Duran Duran lookalike contests.

Le Bon used to enter Duran Duran lookalike contests


Singer Katy Perry and comedian Russell Brand have reached a divorce settlement with the former signing the papers and adding a smiley.

Katy Perry, Russell Brand reach divorce settlement


A chili cook off sponsored by the Wooden Shoe Big Boys Club raised more than $500 Feb. 16.


Beijing, Sep 25 Apple Inc opened its largest retail store in Asia at Shanghai yesterday, taking its total number of retail stores in mainland China to five.

Apple opens its largest store in Asia in Shanghai


and as an outspoken animal activist, she's speaking out against animal testing.


Red Mango has officially opened in Mexico through an international development agreement with Mexican theater chain Cinemex, introducing the country to America's #1 Zagat-rated brand of frozen yogurt and smoothies at free-standing and theater-based...


He was speaking during a tour of the Olympic site on the second day of an official visit to London.


Schoolchildren were arriving for the day when shots rang out Wednesday across the street from a north Omaha elementary school.


A WOMAN walked naked around an Aberdeen shop for a drunken bet, Aberdeen Sheriff Court heard today.

WOMAN walked naked at Aberdeen shop for drunken bet


Tuna industry players from Palau are due to visit the Philippines this month in a bid to forge joint fishing venture agreements with Filipino tuna fishing companies.

Tuna industry players from Palau to visit Philippines


Obama tours ancient Petra on last stop of mideast trip President Barack Obama set aside the Middle East's tricky politics Saturday to marvel at the beauty of one of the region's most stunning sites, the fabled ancient city of Petra.


Australand Property Group, the Australian unit of Singapore's CapitaLand Ltd., agreed to A$1.3 billion in unsecured syndicated bank loans, replacing A$1.15 billion of secured debt.

Australand agrees to A$1.3 billion unsecured loans


US five-time Olympic swimming champion Aaron Peirsol, who still owns world records in the 100m and 200m backstroke, has retired from swimming competition.

US Olympic swimming champion Peirsol retires


The ringgit ended stronger against the US dollar Friday as positive sentiments from global markets boosted investors' confidence and appetite for risk, dealers said.


Soon-to-be married actor and funnyman Russell Brand is now giving tips on how to be a good groom.


General Motors has ended a partnership with Indian electric car company Reva, President and Managing Director of India operations Karl Slym said on Thursday.

General Motors India ends partnership with Reva


Mel Gibson has paid a touching tribute to fellow Aussie Heath Ledger as part of an end-of-year review in a US magazine.


Oklahoma City Thunder coach Scott Brooks says All-Star point guard Russell Westbrook is scheduled to have knee surgery on Saturday.

Westbrook scheduled for knee surgery Saturday


Already much spoken and discussed dolphinarium is to be opened today.


Neve Campbell is ``doing great'' in the wake of her marital split being made public.


Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to two felony charges in a Los Angeles Superior Courtroom earlier today.


BP Azərbaycan Company signed a partnership agreement with the National Olympic Committee and the National Paralympic Committee of Azerbaijan.

BP Azərbaycan signs a partnership agreement with the National Olympic Committee


On Tuesday, Oprah Winfrey will repeat her show on Jaycee Dugard, the kidnap victim who was freed after 18 years in captivity.

Oprah Winfrey repeats show on Jaycee Dugard


Retail apparel giant Phillips-Van Heusen Corp is nearing a deal to acquire popular brand and clothing company Tommy Hilfiger for around USD 3 billion, a media report said.

Phillips-Van Heusen nears deal to acquire Tommy Hilfiger


Yesterday in federal court in Minneapolis, a 38-year-old Shoreview woman pleaded guilty to embezzling approximately $400,000 from her employer during a two-year period.

Shoreview woman pleads guilty to embezzling $400,000 from her employer


Why is it important to provide training on workplace violence prevention, and what should such training include?

Why is it important to provide training on workplace violence prevention?


General Motors is preparing to make some announcements about local plants in the coming week.

General Motors to make announcements about local plants


Burt Bacharach opens up on daughter's suicide not because of his never-heard backstage tales or his tumultuous marriages.


Iran is seeking to keep Afghanistan weak and unstable, delivering arms to the Taliban whilst ostensibly supporting Kabul's government, a senior US state department official said in Paris Tuesday.

Iran seeking to keep Afghanistan unstable:


Financials are pointing up this morning in pre-markets after successful debt auctions in Italy and Spain and ahead of fresh US retail sales as well as weekly jobless claims data.

Financials point up after debt auctions;


Beyonce makes her halo shine bright as she attends a press conference for the Answer The Call charity concert at Madison Square Garden with beau Jay-Z, Governor David Patterson and NY Fire Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta on Monday in NYC.


Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich remained defiant and unrepentant in a television interview on Friday, saying he would change very little about the events that led to his conviction on one of 24 federal corruption counts.


Small business sentiment rose in August for the first time in four months as more owners anticipated better business conditions after the November 6 elections and increased sales.

Small business sentiment rises for the first time in months


2012-10-17T12:41:21Z 2012-10-18T02:17:43Z Officials put design of St. Paul park out for bid lacrossetribune.com St. Paul leaders are putting the design of the St. Paul Saints' new ballpark out for bid.


Turkish Transportation Minister Binali Yildirim has departed from Berlin on Friday after discussing preparations for the International Transport Forum to take place in Leipzig, Germany between May 26 and 29.

(Gen) Transportation Minister Yildirim departs from Berlin


Congress president Sonia Gandhi turned 66 on Sunday as jubilant party workers in large numbers thronged outside 10 Janpath, her official residence, to greet their leader.


Turkey has lifted its ban on YouTube, more than two years after it blocked access to the video-sharing website.


Christchurch Police are seeking witnesses to a vehicle collision that occurred last weekend.


AIR New Zealand has slashed its profit outlook by as much as 23 per cent under the onslaught of rising fuel prices.


A Dilworth man was arrested today, suspected of forcing his way in to an ex-girlfriend's apartment last night and shooting a man with a pellet gun, Moorhead police said.

Dilworth man arrested after forcing himself in apartment and shooting man with pellet gun


A new survey of public attitudes to deceitful behaviour has shown that men and women's views of what is dishonest vary greatly.

Men and women's views of what is dishonest vary greatly


Chen is receiving the usual run support, which his the bad news.


Airbnb, the peer-to-peer online room rental service, launched its $50,000 guarantee to protect hosts against theft and vandalism, along with a suite of 42 new safety features, as the company moves aggressively to repair its reputation after a ransacked apartment caused a PR disaster.


Andre Agassi's upcoming autobiography contains an admission that he used crystal meth in 1997, the year he dropped to No. 141 in the rankings.


A 19-year-old town of Berne man who police said had denied he was the driver of a car that was involved in a fatal crash last October was charged on Wednesday with criminally negligent homicide, state police said today.

Berne man charged with criminally negligent homicide


Clydesdale and Yorkshire banks have increased their mortgage lending by 4% in the twelve months to September 2010.

Clydesdale and Yorkshire banks increase mortgage lending


he's signed a deal with Givenchy that'll see him create his very own scent.

Justin Timberlake to create his own scent


The 2013 Mercedes S-Class has been previewed by a new sculpture called Aesthetic S, which will be shown at the 2012 Paris motor show later this month.


Incumbent Hamid Karzai defended last month's Afghan presidential election as honest on Wednesday, a day after returns showed him on course to win in a single round but a UN-backed panel also ordered a partial recount over fraud.

Karzai defends Afghanistan election as honest


Egypt announced on Wednesday ``exceptionally'' reopening Rafah crossing in order for Palestinian pilgrims and stranded travelers to return to Gaza.

Egypt reopens Rafah crossing for pilgrims, stranded travelers


Injuries hampered the Wauwatosa East girls cross country team this season, but coach Sue Shorts had several girls step up and gain experience for next season.


New Delhi, Apr 24 A 32-year-old cyclist was injured in an accident involving a Blueline bus near India Gate today, police said today.

Cyclist injured in accident involving Blueline bus


The PGA Tour has acquired the Canadian Tour, giving it smaller circuits north of the border and in South America as a potential starting point to eventually reach the big leagues.


At the request of Governor Mary Fallin, Lt. Governor Todd Lamb today declared a State of Emergency for 56 Oklahoma counties due the winter storm, excessive snow, and severe weather affecting many areas of the state.

Lt. Governor Lamb declares state of Emergency due to winter storms


By Rachel Griffiths Last updated: 20th October 2009 Cricket South Africa have announced that the Proteas will face Zimbabwe in two one-day internationals in November.


One house, shed confirmed lost in fire Updated: 07:54, Thursday March 28, 2013 A house and a shed have been confirmed lost in a fire that ravaged the community of Dereel in Victoria's west but the full damage won't be known until first light.


Wolves captain Karl Henry has defended his treatment of Newcastle's Joey Barton and reminded his critics that football ``is a contact sport''.


Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf will attend the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Beijing next month and hold talks with his Chinese counterpart, the foreign ministry said on Monday.


THE dad of the 11-year-old Doncaster torture victim yesterday slammed his alleged attackers, saying: ``My kid plays with Lego. They play with knives. That's the difference.''


UPMC Health Plan announced today that it has signed an agreement to offer award-winning brain fitness software from Posit Science®, at no cost, to all UPMC for Life Medicare Advantage members.

UPMC health Plan signs agreement to offer brain fitness software from Posit Science


Tonight's game against Ferrum at Salem Memorial Stadium/Lewis Gale Field is postponed due to inclement weather.


The Huffington Post launched a British edition on Wednesday, in the first expansion outside North America for its news and opinion website.

Huffington Post launches British edition


Prosecutors say former Pakistan cricket captain Salman Butt agreed to bat a maiden over during a Test against England as part of a betting scam.


A 50-year-old Eagle Grove woman died in a house fire early Sunday morning.


Grocery chain Aldi will host a hiring event for its local stores on Wednesday.


In Manchester a Muslim man has been convicted of child cruelty for forcing two boys to whip themselves during a religious ceremony.


``I tell you, soon there won't be a Barrio Logan. It'll be swallowed up by downtown.''


Washington, Aug 28 Former US president Jimmy Carter arrived back in the US Friday together with an American man who had been imprisoned in North Korea since the beginning of the year.

Former US president Jimmy Carter arrived back to usa


IT and pharma continue to look good, says Rahul Mohindar, viratechindia.com.


Linde AG / Linde wins major engineering and gas supply contracts in Russia processed and transmitted by Hugin AS.

Linde : wins major engineering and gas supply contracts in Russia


Palm Beach Police are looking for parrot thief who flew the coup in protected territory.


Wladimir Klitschko will defend his IBF, WBO and IBO heavyweight crowns against Alexander Povetkin on September 11.

Wladimir Klitschko to defend crown against Povetkin


Global market intelligence firm Synovate today released data from a global study on media and advertising that shows eight in ten people in Canada cannot live without the internet or would miss it a great deal if it were not there, just edging out television as the world's favourite medium.

Eight in ten people in Canada cannot live without the internet


IBM is buying analytics software firm SPSS for $1.2 billion in cash as the recession-inspired tech consolidation wave continues.

IBM buys analytics software firm SPSS for $1.2 billion


Horry County police continued Monday to investigate a fatal shooting that occurred the day before in an apartment complex parking lot in Little River, Sgt. Robert Kegler said.

Horry County police continue to investigate fatal shooting


Britney Spears has been denied access to her children, once again.

Britney Spears denied access to her children


Authorities said a man is in critical condition after being shot in downtown Denver.

Man critical after shooting in downtown Denver


BetGun has declined to comment on the winnings confiscation reported by SBR on 11/29.

BetGun declines comment on winnings confiscation


Bank of America is delaying foreclosures in 23 states, including Florida, as it examines whether it rushed the foreclosure process for thousands of homeowners without reading the documents.

Bank of America delays foreclosures in 23 states


The head of the Bank of England said Wednesday that Britain was in a ``deep recession'' that would require further easing of monetary policy, including expanding the money supply.

Bank of England says Britain in 'deep recession'


Skip to navigation '' Skip to content '' US Australia/Antarctica Taliban kill around 30 people after stopping bus Buzz Up IM del.icio.us Yahoo! Bookmarks By NOOR KHAN, Associated Press Writer Noor Khan, Associated Press Writer --


``HP has decided not to participate in Ipex 2014, as we are shifting our marketing and sales focus to more local and application-specific events, as well as to customer business-development programs such as Dscoop-sponsored events that help our customers profitably grow their businesses.''


Tropical storm ``Megi'' has intensified into a typhoon as it continues its path towards the Cagayan Valley region in northern Philippines.


NinjaBee has announced its award-winning Xbox LIVE Arcade title, A Kingdom for Keflings, is coming to PC.


We weren't surprised when we heard that SeaWorld hired animal pimp ``entertainer'' Jack Hanna to defend its abuse of marine mammals as well as SeaWorld's abysmal record of injuries and deaths of both trainers and animals.

Sea world hires Jack Hanna to defend its abuse of marine animals


Maynilad will offer free septic tank cleaning services to its customers in select parts of Metro Manila this February, an official of the company said Thursday.

Maynilad offers free septic tank cleaning services


``I do share the thoughts that we must introduce...we must reduce the average age of people in power.

We must reduce average age of people in power:


La Liga season will begin on schedule this weekend following an emergency meeting between disgruntled clubs and the professional football league to discuss a TV rights dispute.


The Marist religious order has apologised to the victims of sexual abuse by a former teacher of Canberra's Marist College.

Marist Brothers apologise for sexual abuses


The Lollapalooza festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary this summer with a three-day event at Chicago's Grant Park on August 5-7th with headliners Eminem, Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Muse and My Morning Jacket.

Lollapalooza celebrates 20th anniversary with Eminem, Foo Fighters and Coldplay


Spellman plans to unveil a state-of-the-art fitness center to the public on Friday The grand opening will begin at 6 pm with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and continue with tours of the facility.


Many people think their city has the worst drivers, but Allstate Insurance did a survey that answers the question.


TEHRAN, Iran - State TV says Iran and China have signed a $3.2 billion gas deal to produce more than 10 tons of liquid natural gas.


The Carolina Hurricanes visit the World Trade Center to pay tribute to all the victims from September 11th.

Carolina Hurricanes visit World Trade Center


A WOMAN murdered by her teenage boyfriend after he found her in bed with another man would have lived but for a 999 blunder, a court heard today.

WOMAN 'would have lived but for 999 blunder'


Wednesday night's Powerball jackpot is $200 million after no one won Saturday's jackpot.

Wednesday's Powerball jackpot is $200 million;


An Indian woman student from Andhra Pradesh was killed in the US by unidentified miscreants, the student's family said Tuesday.


Irish financial stocks staged a rebound today, after losing €1.8 billion in value the day before.


British police say 31 people have been arrested at protests against Islamic fundamentalism and fascism in the central England city of Birmingham.

British police say 31 arrested at protests


Hamilton County voters are casting ballots on whether to allow slot machines at pari-mutuel wagering facilities.

Hamilton County voters casting ballots on slots


A local attorney accused of illegally collecting payments has been arrested after a bench warrant was issued last week.

Local attorney arrested after bench warrant issued


CLAREMONT, Calif. -- - A police spokeswoman says writer David Foster Wallace has been found dead in his Southern California home.

Writer David Foster Wallace found dead at home


Incumbent Republican Sen. Jim Inhofe is on track to spend $6 million in his re-election bid, more than twice the amount of Democratic challenger Andrew Rice, according to the latest campaign reports.


AP A Racine soldier has died in Iraq from injuries he received in what authorities are calling a noncombat-related incident.


At least 3 people were killed and 60 were injured when a World War II plane crashed into a crowd of spectators at an air show in Nevada Friday.

3 kills as plane crashes into crowd at air show in us


Indonesian navy and US navy commenced a joint military drill program held in Indonesia's East Java province, aimed at improving ties and military operation professionalism between the two navies, local media reported on Wednesday.

Indonesian, US navies commence military drill


PayPal, a leading global online payment system, has launched partial services for Russian internet users, permitting them to pay for their online purchases and put money on their personal accounts in the US.

PayPal launches partial services in Russia


One day after getting fired from NPR, Juan Williams has signed a new multi-year deal for an expanded role on Fox News.

Juan Williams signs new deal with Fox News


City police are investigating a debit card fraud scam that appears to involve about 175 debit cards used this month at Petculture at 265 King George Rd.


Andy Murray believes it is unlikely he will play the French Open at the end of the month after he was forced to retire from his second round match at the ATP Rome Masters.

Andy Murray unlikely to play French Open after retiring from Rome Masters


Lanús crushed Arsenal 4-1 during the sixteenth round of the Clausura Tournament.


Hourly car rentals are becoming ever more popular, as the price of gas at the pumps continues its steep upward climb.


Mark Zuckerberg, the creator of the worlds largest social networking site Facebook, is one of the youngest billionaires in the world and he plans to donate most of his wealth to charity.

Mark Zuckerberg to donate most of his wealth to charity


The Turkish prime minister said on Wednesday that Turkey and Iraq would continue their joint fight against terrorism.

Turkey and Iraq to continue joint fight against terrorism


John Loughery told the Moriarty tribunal Mr Lowry always acted in a ``correct and honourable way''.

Lowry always acted in a 'correct, honourable way'


TRIPOLI, Libya ― Libya has released 214 Islamic militants, including senior members of a group accused of plotting to overthrow Moammar Gadhafi, after they renounced violence.


House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi relented on her oath not to appear on Comedy Central's Colbert Report when she joined host Stephen Colbert Wednesday for a segment to promote the DISCLOSE act.

Nancy Pelosi relents, appears on 'the Colbert Report'


There is a 65% chance that Greece will exit the eurozone next year, causing the euro to depreciate significantly against the dollar, Nariman Behravesh, IHS chief economist says.


Dennis Hopper, actor well known as the director, star and co writer of Easy Rider, has died after a short battle against prostate cancer, his production company Easy Rider Productions was cited by ABC News as confirming.

Easy Rider actor Dennis Hopper dies from prostate cancer


A ***TORNADO WATCH*** has now been extended until 5am Wednesday morning for all of our Deep East Texas counties.

TORNADO WATCH has been extended until 5am Wednesday morning


A 41-year-old construction worker has died more than two weeks after falling and hitting his head while helping to build an addition to Douglas Elementary School according to The Associated Press.

Construction worker dies two weeks after fall


Jamaican double sprint gold medallist Usain Bolt is now on a par with the great US sprinter Jesse Owens but should show more respect to his fellow competitors, IOC chief Jacques Rogge said on Thursday.

Bolt should show more respect to fellow competitors:


Lazio facing 4th UEFA racism charge Updated: 05:24, Tuesday February 26, 2013 UEFA has charged Lazio over racist abuse by its fans for the fourth time in the Europa League this season, with the Italian club facing a stadium closure.


All-rounder Shakib Al Hasan leaves here for Adelaide, Australia today morning to seek treatment for his groin injury.

Shakib Al Hasan leaves for Adelaide today to seek treatment


NEARLY two thirds of UK companies believe the worst impact of the credit crisis is yet to come, new research from Atradius shows.

Worst impact of credit crisis yet to come


State Senator Brad Hutto won a $49 million settlement from Wal-Mart last week, part of a nationwide class action movement against the retailer over ``wage and hour violations.''

Hutto wins $49 million settlement from Wal-Mart


Indian Trail officially will break ground on the town's first public park at its Family Fun Day celebration Saturday.


Leo Cullen returns to captain Leinster in Friday night's mouthwatering Magners League clash with Ospreys at the RDS, a game which is LIVE on Setanta Sports.


A Norfolk Southern locomotive caught fire east of Wilmerding on Saturday afternoon, forcing fire officials to halt train traffic for about an hour.


The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development said unemployment may have peaked in the OECD area in May 2010, but that nations in the region will have to create about 17 million news jobs to return employment levels back to where they were before the financial crisis.


BRITISH No.1 Elena Baltacha won her biggest title on home soil today by beating Petra Cetkowska 7-5 6-3 to win the AEGON Challenge, a £100,000 ITF event.


It was announced on Tuesday that Anne Marie Schlenker of Bozeman, Montana, a former Edward Jones representative pled guilty Tuesday to wire fraud to US Magistrate Judge Jeremiah C. Lynch.

Former Edward Jones representative pleads guilty to wire fraud


On July 18, 2012 five people were arrested after a four month long undercover drug investigation conducted by members of the Coventry Police Department Detective Division.

Five arrested after four month undercover drug investigation


Pakistan on Sunday sealed six Nato terminals here in Nowshera district of Khyber Pakhtoonkhwa.

Pakistan seal six Nato terminals in Nowshera


Former England captain Michael Vaughan has retired from all forms of professional cricket, the ECB have announced.

Michael Vaughan retires from all forms of cricket


Hawkes Bay Police are currently investigating an event that occurred at a residential property in Whakatu where a woman received burns to a large portion of her body.

Hawkes Bay Police are investigating an event where a woman received burns to a large portion of her body.


A Drake University security officer monitoring activity around a beer tent near campus early today had his arm slammed in his car door as he tried to climb out of his vehicle.

Drake security officer has arm slammed in door


Water rates could be going up for more than 460,000 Californians, including thousands in the Central Valley, under an agreement reached between California Water Service Group of San Jose and the California Public Utilities Commission's Division of Ratepayer Advocates.

Water rates may go up for more than 460,000 Californians


An elderly woman who was being cared for at a California retirement facility died after a nurse at the facility refused to perform CPR on the woman, who had collapsed.

Elderly woman dies after nurse refuses to perform CPR


Greece is observing from the sidelines as European politicians and bankers struggle to reach a second bailout deal, after failing to come up with a proposal of its own.


A WOMAN who left two dogs and a cat to starve in a flat is facing up to a year in jail.

WOMAN left two dogs and a cat to starve in flat


A new study recommends a 74 per cent increase in residential development charges, fees which would add $12,864 to the cost of a new home.

Study recommends 74 per cent increase to development charges


A Lancaster woman has been held for trial in the death of her elderly mother.

Woman held for trial in death of elderly mother


Today the delegation of the interim government of Kyrgyzstan left for Moscow in order to hold talks.

The delegation of Kyrgyzstan leaves for Moscow to hold talks


Stocks to watch on the Australian stock exchange at close on Friday: steady at $3.12 Aquila Resources has received the green light from the West Australian government to develop Anketell Port as part of its $6 billion iron ore project.


Atari founder and the creator of Pong!, Nolan Bushnell, has slammed online gaming in a recent interview, claiming that the very idea of an MMO is just ``not cool.


The Army captured the Kokkavil railway station in the Kilinochchi district on Thursday, further getting closer to the A-9 main highway, the military said yesterday.


Blackburn manager Mark Hughes insists he feels no pressure to sort out a contract extension for South African striker Benni McCarthy.


Crude oil prices, provoked by the US dollar's decline, surged $3.35 to more than $51 a barrel Thursday morning on the New York Mercantile Exchange.


BERLINPolice say a Syrian man has been fatally shot in central Germany by two people who fired at him as his car stopped at a traffic light.


Christina Ricci talks about working with Robert Pattinson in the upcoming film ``Bel Ami'' by directors Declan Donnellan and Nick Ormerod and starring Robert Pattinson, Uma Thurman, Christina Ricci, Kristin Scott Thomas and Colm Meaney.


``Tigers left fielder and No. 3 hitter Delmon Young will miss the championship series with Texas because of a strained oblique muscle.

Tigers hitter Delmon Young to miss championship series with Texas


Raeford police are expected to announce the arrest of suspects in connection with a March 7 home invasion in which a man put a gun in a 3-year-old girl's mouth.

Raeford police expected to announce arrests in home invasion


The Tar Heels rebounded more than half of their missed shots in the first half of Saturday's game.

Heels rebound more than half their misses


Zynga will launch its first game in the arcade genre on Wednesday, the social game company announced.


Director David Lynch has released his first original electronic single ``Good Day Today'', backed with the narcotic blues track ``I Know'', on iTunes.

David Lynch releases first electronic single ``Good Day Today'' on iTunes


Consumers must proactively seek to protect themselves in the face of a rising tide of unemployment and take responsibility for their own long-term financial health, says payment protection insurance specialist, Burgesses.

Consumers must take responsibility for their own financial health says Burgesses


Former world rally champion Colin McRae did not have a valid flying licence when the helicopter he was piloting crashed in a wooded valley killing all four people on board, an official accident report has said.


A parachutist has been rescued from powerlines at Mutdapilly, south-west of Brisbane, after being caught during a skydive.


Her third retail venture, Daisy's, is setting new trends in town in more ways than one.


Ukrainian Prime Minister Mykola Azarov said Wednesday that Ukraine has a strong chance to host the 2022 Winter Olympic Games since the country gained experience in hosting the Euro 2012 Soccer Championship this summer.

Ukraine has a strong chance to host 2022 Winter Games


A 10 mile barrage across the river Severn could benefit wildlife in the area, one researcher has suggested.


The long awaited Nokia N86 is now shipping, boasting its serious camera credentials to the world.


GRAHAM TAYLOR, editor of The Sporting Life at one of the most difficult times in its history, when owner Robert Maxwell was waging war on the print unions, has died.


Lindsay Lohan is to appear in court today over the alleged theft of a $2,200 necklace from a high-end Los Angeles store in January.


The UK government regrets that ``Argentina is considering withdrawing from yet another agreement with the United Kingdom'' said on Thursday a spokesperson for the British embassy in Buenos Aires in reference to Argentina's statement before the UN to further isolate the Falklands/Malvinas Islands.

UK government ``regrets Argentina considering withdrawing from yet another agreement''


Australia and NSW star Kurtley Beale is free to play for the Waratahs, despite an assault charge hanging over his head.

Australia and NSW star Kurtley Beale free to play for Waratahs


Germany striker Lukas Podolski faces a late fitness test to see if he has recovered enough from a muscle injury to face Argentina in the World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday.


SYDNEY Adam Scott won the Australian Open for his first pro victory in his home country, shooting an even-par 72 on Sunday to beat Stuart Appleby by five strokes.


Facebook stock price remains little changed after sharply going.


Nelnet said it bought a residual interest in $1.9 billion of federal student loan from an affiliate of Greystone & Co Inc.

Nelnet buys residual interest in federal student loan


Samsung has just recently unveiled the complete Galaxy Tab range for this year with two new models.

Samsung unveils complete Galaxy Tab range


students from the Warner Theatre Center for Arts Education's production of Charlotte's Web will be participating in a special story time at the Barnes and Noble bookstore located in the Shoppes at Farmington Valley retail complex on RT. 44 in Canton.


Emma Watson shed a tear at the premiere of her latest movie, The Perks of Being A Wallflower.


President Barack Obama ``essentially fired'' Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke in televised remarks this week, former Federal Reserve Governor Laurence Meyer said Tuesday.


Valenciennes knocked defending champion Lille out of the French Cup on Wednesday, winning 2-1 in the last-16 match after goals from Mathieu Dossevi and Vincent Aboubakar.

Valenciennes knocks Lille out of French Cup


Technical Analyst, Ashwani Gujral is of the view that Tata Power has support at Rs 1400.


ZESCO has said the power deficit being experienced would continue to haunt the Zambia until 2018, when the electricity utility company will be able to produce excess power.

'Power deficit to haunt Zambia up to 2018′


Tim Tebow will replace Kyle Orton in the Denver Broncos' home game against the San Diego Chargers.


Queen Elizabeth II left a central London hospital today after a one-day stay caused by a severe stomach bug.


Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced that it will soon begin flights to Tripoli and thus the Libyan capital will become the fifth North African destination for the carrier.

Etihad Airways to begin flights to Tripoli


PASCAGOULA, Miss. The Navy says the USS Mississippi, the ninth Virginia-class submarine, successfully completed its initial sea trials on Monday.

USS Mississippi completes initial sea trials


The passenger in a sport utility vehicle driven by former major league ballplayer Jim Leyritz testified Monday that he never saw a traffic light turn red seconds before their SUV crashed into a second vehicle and killed a woman.


Crowne Plaza is currently offering special rates for a limited number of dates this season.


A MELBOURNE father who abused his two daughters for more than a decade has been jailed for eight years.

Father who abused two daughters for more than a decade jailed


(ClickPress, Fri Nov 26 2010) Hotel du Vin and Bistro has launched its dynamic new website which provides a clear demonstration of the continued investment into the boutique hotel group.

Hotel du Vin and bistro launches dynamic new website


Recent guidelines recommending cholesterol tests for children fail to weigh health benefits against potential harms and costs, according to a new commentary authored by three physician-researchers at UCSF.

Recent guidelines recommend cholesterol tests for children fail to weigh health benefits


While former Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru coined the famous slogan 'Hindi Chini Bhai Bhai', China considered him ``discourteous'' and India to be ``bottomless pit'' for foreign aid.


A new study published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry finds that brain activity in autism can change from childhood into adulthood.

Study finds that brain activity in autism changes into adulthood


Manchester United was held 0-0 by Villarreal in a frustrating start to its Champions League defense that even the return of Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't energize.


Chelsea striker Salomon Kalou scored on the hour mark to give Ivory Coast a 1-0 win over Libya on Monday in a 2012 Africa Cup of Nations warm-up match.


Gulf Arab countries will consider taking action against Hezbollah if the Muslim Lebanese movement continues its involvement in Syria's civil war or interferes in Gulf Arab affairs, Bahrain's deputy foreign minister said on Sunday.

Gulf countries to consider action against Hezbollah


A Miami college student plans to plead guilty in federal court to threatening President Barack Obama on Facebook.

Student to plead guilty to threatening Obama on fb


A sister has recounted how her brother was ``kicked like a football'' in an unprovoked attack as they waited at a bus stop in East Reading.


The Picasso portrait ``Femme Assise Pres d'une Fenetre'' was sold for USD 45 million at Sotheby's auction house in London, February 6, 2013.


International Game Technology announced that its board of directors authorized a share repurchase program of up to $500 million of the company's outstanding common stock.

International Game Technology announced share repurchase program of up to $500 million


Wiz Khalifa likes fans to smoke Cannabis at his concerts because it makes them ''chill out''.

Wiz Khalifa likes fans to smoke at concerts