In honor of National Bosses Day, here's a primer on what makes a good boss.


Laboratory sciences supplier Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. yesterday said it would pay about $2.1 billion to buy Dionex Corp., a California maker of chromatography equipment used in everything from drug manufacturing to testing for contaminants in drinking water.


Luxury electric car maker Tesla Motors Inc. said on Wednesday it has fully repaid a $452 million federal loan it received in 2010 through a program that has since become a flash point for Republican criticism of the Obama administration.


In the midst of the excitement of Euro 2012, Zukido has updated Stan James' in-play betting site.


Bangkok has issued a new passport to former Thai premier Thaksin Shinawatra, thus lifting the revocation of his passport imposed by the previous government.


A MAN is in hospital with stab wounds after his brother-in-law intervened in a domestic dispute in Melbourne's north-west.


The US Department of Agriculture designated 31 counties in Wisconsin as primary natural disaster areas because of losses caused by drought that occurred since March 1.

USDA designates 31 counties as primary natural disaster areas


Australia categorically rejected Papuan independence Sunday saying it could not lead to a viable nation and would ``completely rupture'' ties with Indonesia were Canberra to weigh in.


A prison officer remains in an induced coma following an attack at Rimutaka Prison yesterday.

Prison officer in induced coma after attack


Russia will seek tougher punishment for an American couple convicted in the US of the involuntary manslaughter of a 7-year-old boy they adopted from the country.

Russia seeks tougher punishment for US couple


A Comanchero bikie, believed to be the national leader of the outlaw motorcycle gang, is expected to be extradited to NSW after being arrested in Qld.


Ferrari will be changing the engine in both their cars ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix, which will take place in Sakhir later on Sunday.


The Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio has moved into new headquarters in Boardman which includes a training area, a shop that offers hi-speed Internet access.

Girl Scouts move to new headquarters in Boardman


Rhode Island has taken a step toward the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act by establishing a health benefits exchange.

Rhode Island establishes health benefits exchange


The afternoon session is just getting underway at the World Snooker Championships, where the quarter finals are continuing.

World Snooker Championships quarter finals continue


Pakistani maritime officials have arrested 11 Indian fishermen for allegedly encroaching into territorial waters in the Arabian Sea.


An unfinished portrait of Francis Bacon by Lucian Freud, one of only two he ever painted of his friend and the only one whose whereabouts is known, sold for £5.4 million today, auction house Christie's said.

Portrait of Francis Bacon by Freud sells for £5.4 million


An Oklee man died and his brother is in serious condition after apparently suffering hypothermia early Wednesday near their home, according to the Red Lake County Sheriff's Office.

Oklee man dies, brother in serious condition, after suffering hypothermia


Peru's main stock market indexes ended higher Monday, for the sixth straight session, boosted by higher metals prices and investor confidence.


Research needs to become part of the culture of primary care so that all GPs are routinely involved with it, the new head of the RCGP's research centre believes.

Research must become part of the culture of primary care


AN Australian pilot wrongfully imprisoned on child sex tourism charges says his two children have been abducted with the aid of Papua New Guinea's child services department, Lukautim Pikinini.

Pilot says his children have been abducted


Emma Watson is said to be returning to Brown University next January to finish her degree in English.


American Express Co., the largest credit-card issuer by spending, is facing an enforcement action by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. and possibly the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau over late fees the company charged some charge-card customers, American Express said Friday in a regulatory filing.

American Express faces enforcement action over late fees


The tax rate for next year will rise $1.25 per thousand, increasing from $13.99 to $15.24, selectmen agreed this week.


Australia Test vice-captain Michael Clarke, who has put cricket first, is planning to play every single Test, ODI and Twenty20 match on Australia's agenda for the next five months.

Clarke to play every Test, ODI and Twenty20 in next five months


The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute, the leading research institution on sovereign funds is hosting their first sovereign fund forum in Montreux, Switzerland.

Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute to host their first Sovereign Fund forum in Switzerland


Mr. Obama plans to sign the newly passed $787 billion economic stimulus bill in Denver on Tuesday.


In response to Mr. Dobyns' letter to the editor, ``Orange just isn't the same,'' I murmur, ``Thank goodness!''


UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said his Burmese envoy, Ibrahim Gambari, had a good discussion with the second-tier leaders of the military junta and pro-democracy opposition leaders during his recent trip to Burma.

Gambari had ``good discussion'' in Burma:


The pound fell to a historic low point against the euro in early trading on Wednesday as the Bank of England prepared to begin a meeting at which it was expected to cut interest rates.

Pound falls to historic low against euro


New Delhi, Aug 6 The northern region received scattered to moderate rains today as day temperatures in Punjab and Haryana hovered around the 35 degree celsius mark, the Met office said.

Northern region receives scattered to moderate rains


Web analytics firm Omniture Thursday launched CMO.com, a news and information hub for chief marketing officers that offers articles, white papers, analyst reports as well as community features.


Emile Heskey believes England need to be more clinical in front of goal if they are be successful in South Africa this summer.


Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that ``the international community is not drawing a clear red line for Iran over its nuclear program;'' adding that ``Iran doesn't see determination from the international community to stop its nuclear program.''

Netanyahu says international community not drawing clear red line for Iran


Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson have reportedly been seen getting cosy on the set of their new film, Marley and Me.

Aniston and Owen Wilson seen getting cosy


Italian automaker Fiat was cut to neutral from buy on Friday at UBS, which said it sees lower equity value for Chrysler.


As cited by AFP, Israeli warplanes carried out dozens of air strikes on the Gaza Strip early on Tuesday, targeting ministry buildings and security service installations, Hamas sources and witnesses said.

Israeli warplanes carried out air strikes on the Gaza Strip


Two more Orange County raccoons have tested positive for rabies this month, bringing the total rabies cases for the year to six, according to Orange County Animal Services.


Robert Green says he is determed to be part of Fabio Capello's 2010 World Cup plans.

Robert Green determed to be part of 2010 World Cup plans


``The income has stopped, just like that,'' said Ali, 40.


A boat was found sinking and leaking oil early this morning at a local marina in Forked River.

Boat found sinking and leaking oil at local marina


Browns quarterback Colt McCoy was sent home again today with a concussion, and the team moved forward preparing veteran Seneca Wallace to start Sunday in Arizona.


Rumer Willis says she feels ``very sorry'' for Mischa Barton -- because she's been sucked into the Hollywood party scene.

Rumer Willis feels sorry for Mischa Barton


A top Pentagon Commander has told US lawmakers that the possibilities of NATO partnership with India and Brazil are ``worth exploring'', as the two nations have great capabilities.

NATO partnership with India, Brazil is worth exploring:


FOOTBALLERS will be competing to win trophies at a family fun day to be held in Ferryhill.

Footballers to compete for trophies at family fun day


A Whatcom County, Wash., woman has been sentenced to nearly 28 years on her second-degree murder conviction for fatally shooting her 48-year-old boyfriend at their Everson home.

Wa woman sentenced to nearly 28 years for murder


ParaNorman may be a horror movie for children but it's definitely not one for munchkins of a sensitive disposition.

ParaNorman is definitely not one for munchkins of a sensitive disposition


The Wenatchee World reports that Tyler Farrar, who finished 134th in today's brutally cobbled stage from Belgium into northern France, took it easy today, nursing a banged-up left arm.


Former light middleweight champion Fernando Vargas, one of the most exciting fighters in his time plans to support World Boxing Council lightweight champion David Diaz when he steps into the ring to defend his title against Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao in Las Vegas next Sunday, Manila Time.


Zimbabwe has cut water supplies to the nation's capital Harare, state media reported Monday, leaving most of the city dry as authorities struggle to contain a cholera epidemic.


CHICAGO, April 12 Fitch Ratings has affirmed and simultaneously withdrawn all of its ratings on Cincinnati Bell, Inc. and its subsidiary as follows:

Fitch affirms and withdraws all ratings for Cincinnati Bell


A new Terry Fox memorial has been unveiled at the old plaza at BC Place.


Two Buncombe County men were charged with felony counts of communicating threats over the weekend, according to arrest warrants.

Two Buncombe men charged with communicating threats


CombiMatrix Corporation announced today that it will release its second quarter 2009 financial results on Wednesday, August 12, 2009.

CombiMatrix Corporation to release second quarter financial results on August 12, 2009


Oman's inflation eased slightly in July, after hitting a 13-month high the previous month, while its foreign trade surplus swelled to a two-year high in April on hydrocarbon exports, data showed yesterday.


Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu on Wednesday said that Turkey would continue its 'open door' policy for Syrians.

Turkey to continue 'open door' policy for Syrians


In another sign of the grim holiday season, KB Toys filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in four years Thursday and plans to begin going-out-of business sales at its stores immediately.


Sidney Crosby discussing his 2012-13 Ted Lindsay Award nomination during a media scrum in advance of Game 5 vs. the NY Islanders on May 9th, 2013 at the CONSOL Energy Center.

Sidney Crosby discusses his 2012-13 Ted Lindsay Award nomination


The hills around Meredith will be alive with ``The Sound of Music'' until July 26, as the Summer Theatre at Meredith Village stages the musical of a novitiate who captures the hearts of an Austrian captain and his seven children.

Meredith is alive with 'the Sound of Music'


DR APJ Abdul Kalam has been chosen the 'Bharat ka Paryavaran Ambassador' in a campaign conducted in 2 00,000 schools in India.

Dr APJ Abdul Kalam chosen as Paryavaran Ambassador


An American man has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of his wife while scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef.


Democrat Caroline Fayard announced Thursday that she will run for secretary of state this fall, ending months of speculation about what she intends for her political future after being courted for a series of statewide races.

Fayard announces run for secretary of state


A Northern Ireland property developer owed more than £10m to creditors when a family run company collapsed.


Women have made a great contribution to Azerbaijani journalism, Azerbaijani member of parliament Ganira Pashayeva said.

Women made great contribution to journalism in Azerbaijan:


The National Center for Family Literacy has announced that it has received a $400,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation to expand the center's partnership with Verizon Thinkfinity.

National Center for Family literacy receives $400,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation


UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas announced plans to operate a proton therapy center that would be funded by Advanced Particle Therapy, a proton therapy center developer.

UT Southwestern Medical center may operate proton therapy center


Inovium Corporation, a developer of electronic invoicing and payment systems has announced that its InoviumPay 2.0 will be integrated with Global eTelecom, Inc.'s processing system.

InoviumPay 2.0 will be integrated with Global eTelecom processing system


America's top military general David Petreus says, the US helped ISI create extremist elements in Pakistan which then went in and threw the Soviets out of Afghanistan.

US helped ISI create extremist elements in Pakistan:


One Cedar Rapids church celebrated its flood recovery Sunday.


Interpol has issued a global alert against Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi and 15 others, including members of his family and close associates, the global police organisation said on Friday.

Interpol issues global alert on kadhafi, 15 others


HTC Wildfire S has been officially launched in India for a price of Rs. 14700.

HTC Wildfire S launched in India @ price Rs. 14700


Five labourers were on Wednesday killed and four injured when the roof of a building collapsed after a gas cylinder exploded in Mundka area of northwest Delhi.

Five labourers killed in building collapse


Pakistan must clamp down on ``terrorists'' in its midst, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown said on Wednesday, a day after gunmen attacked the Sri Lankan cricket team in Lahore, killing seven people.

``Pakistan must clamp down on terrorists''


Showtime has renewed dark comedy Nurse Jackie for a fourth season, the network announced Monday.


Derrick Smith, the Near West Side state rep arrested and accused of accepting a bribe earlier this year, pleaded not guilty in federal court on Monday.

State rep derrick Smith pleads not guilty


Novo Nordisk , the Danish drugmaker, was cut to hold from buy at Jefferies, which cited concern ahead of a US decision on Victoza.


An Irish spray for men can help prolong sex, it has been found.


Regular flu may have delayed the spreading of swine flu, suggests a recent Swedish study.

Regular flu may delay spreading of swine flu


Stonesoft, an innovative provider of integrated network security and business continuity solutions, introduces the new StoneGate SSL VPN Virtual Appliance, SSL VPN 1.4 and SSL-1060 for secure mobile and remote access.

Stonesoft introduces StoneGate Virtual SSL VPN 1.4


Eastman Chemical Company today announced that it has completed its Saflex® Q series advanced acoustic polyvinyl butyral extrusion line in Ghent, Belgium.

Eastman completes acoustics extrusion line in Ghent, Belgium


Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. will report fourth quarter 2010 operating results before the market opens Thursday, Feb. 10.

Scripps Networks Interactive to report fourth quarter results;


Japan is considering stationing its troops near a disputed island chain at the centre of a bitter weeks-long row with China, a newspaper reported on Wednesday.

Japan mulls stationing troops near disputed islands


General Motors and Chrysler will reconsider decisions to close thousands of dealerships as part of a compromise to stave off federal legislation that would require them to keep the showrooms open.

General Motors, Chrysler reconsidering closing thousands of dealerships


Alabama evened the weekend series with South Carolina with a 6-4 win Saturday at Carolina Stadium.


A MOTORCYCLIST died after he suffered a serious head injury when he fell off his bike in Uckfield.

Motorcyclist dies after falling off bike


A Tiger Woods photo at Ryder Cup hitting a golf ball straight at the camera could be the greatest golf photo ever captured, according to Yahoo sports blogger Jay Busbee.

Tiger Woods photo may be the greatest golf photo


India's largest lender, State Bank of India will be slashing costs for consumers and shutting unprofitable business as bank is trying to be more nimble-footed than private banks to sustain in the competitive market, said Mr. Pratip Chaudhuri, Chairman of SBI.

SBI slashing costs for consumers, shutting unprofitable business


Third baseman Evan Longoria won his first career Gold Glove, beating out last year's winner Adrian Beltre of the Seattle Mariners.


Vermont is promoting John Becker to head coach of the men's basketball team, the school announced today.


Gov. Matt Mead wrote Wyoming's congressional delegation and top Capitol Hill budget leaders Tuesday in support of House Republicans' federal budget proposal.

Mead supports House Republicans' federal budget proposal


The US president, Barack Obama, is publishing a new seven-page healthcare plan.

Barack Obama publishes new healthcare plan


Actor Shahrukh Khan has tied up with several brands for the promotion of his mega-budget movie Ra.One, but he has refused to be labelled as a 'marketing guru'.

Shahrukh Khan refuses to be labelled as a marketing guru


Madison - Justice David Prosser appeared on Fox News Thursday night and told host Greta Van Sustern, ``I'm not conceding, and I'm not congratulating.

Prosser:: ``I'm not conceding, and I'm not congratulating.


In a surprise move, Apple have decided to relax iOS app development guidelines.

Apple relaxes app development Guidelines


Wellstream do Brasil Industria e Servicos, a subsidiary of Wellstream Holdings, has signed a four year framework agreement with Brazilian state oil company Petrobras.

Wellstream signs framework agreement with Petrobras


Valad has opened a new German office in Düsseldorf, taking its German presence to five local offices.


Megan Fox is set to make her Broadway debut in November!


The Tribune Co. filed for bankruptcy protection Monday to try to deal with $13 billion in debt, but Cubs officials said the team was not included in the filing and the move will not affect its offseason plans.


Low cost carriers, IndiGo and SpiceJet have got the nod from Aircraft Acquisition Committee of the Civil Aviation Ministry to import more aircrafts.

IndiGo, SpiceJet gets nod to import more aircraft


Alexa Vega, star of the children's film franchise Spy Kids, has married 34-year-old longtime producer boyfriend Sean Covel.

Alexa Vega of 'Spy Kids' marries producer boyfriend Sean Covel


Mission Foods, a tortilla manufacturer, has added a 100% whole wheat flour tortilla to its product line.

Mission Foods adds Whole Wheat Flour tortilla to product line


The Commission is ready to tackle broadcast negotiations to ensure the code's next broadcast deal is good for the game.

Commission ready to tackle broadcast negotiations


The American Legion and VFW posts have come to the rescue of Crawfordsville Parks and Recreation Director Roger Neal.


A Des Moines area radio DJ has been charged with disorderly conduct after a profanity-laced argument at a Little League baseball game, which police say became so out of control that the coaches decided to call the game.

Des Moines area radio DJ charged with disorderly conduct after argument at Little League game


Within the next five years, utility companies will likely invest $21 billion on cyber security to protect electrical grids, according to a new report by Pike Research.

Utility companies to invest billions on cyber security


An American Indian tribe is suing Suffolk County in Brooklyn federal court, saying a police blockade of entrances to its reservation was a case of harassment and racial discrimination.

Tribe sues in Brooklyn court over police blockade


Swedish online gaming software developer Boss Media has revealed that it is finalising plans to launch a virtual poker network for Italy, in direct competition with Isle of Man-based Playtech's ipoker network.


The Titans released him Thursday, adding another disappointing chapter to the once-heralded receiver's NFL career.

Titans release wide receiver Mike Williams


A group show of paintings, sculptures and photographs entitled ``Jewels of June'' by various artists will conclude today at Gallery 6.

Group show by various artists concludes today


A North Dakota soldier who was wounded in a roadside bomb attack in Afghanistan that killed two of his comrades is back home in Bismarck recovering and doing administrative work for the National Guard.

North Dakota soldier wounded in Afghanistan recovering


Jessie J has revealed that she still styles herself ahead of the launch of The Voice.


A pleasant tongue would do the trick, say observers who take exception to the MNS' campaign of force.


The Texas Senate has passed a bill to protect free speech by limiting frivolous lawsuits that are often filed in response to public criticism of companies or associations.

Senate passes bill to protect free speech


Fabio Capello is yet to make up his mind whether to strip Rio Ferdinand of the England captaincy and hand it to his deputy Steven Gerrard.

Capello yet to make up his mind over captaincy


Liverpool defender Danny Wilson has joined Blackpool on loan until the end of the season.


And some think its only useful purpose is to enhance the kind of low budget horror movie in which people say things like, ``There's a twelve foot great white shark in here!''

'There's a twelve foot great white shark in here!':


North Korea is threatening to pull its 53 thousand workers out of the Kaesong Industrial Zone which is a joint economic project between the north and south which was set up in 2004.

North Korea threatens to pull workers out of Kaesong Industrial complex


Borders Group will sell its Paperchase Products stationery unit to British private investment firm Primary Capital Ltd for US$31 million, the bookseller said Tuesday.


A 7-year-old boy apparently jumped from the bed of a truck and died, according to Metro police.


It was the second hottest day on record in Boston so it's natural to want to take a dip, but swimmers were warned of high bacteria levels at three popular beaches.


Inflation jumped by a record 1% in December to 2.9%, up from 1.9% in November, surpassing expectations of a rise in the annual rate to 2.6%.


Republican Lt. Gov. Brian Dubie, officially kicking off his campaign for governor Saturday, got a boost from retiring four-term Republican Gov. Jim Douglas, who said Vermont needs Dubie to continue counteracting a heavily Democratic Legislature.


Pakistan's threatening to cut all diplomatic and military ties with the US and NATO after an attack on its soldiers.

Pakistan threatens to cut all ties with US and NATO


Pakistan opener Salman Butt insisted that the SCG track was still unpredictable and warned the Australians that it was a tough task ahead for them.


Utilities scored high marks for reliability, customer service and community involvement, respectively.


An Algonquin girl plans to compete in the upcoming National American Miss pageant in St. Charles.


Peterborough County OPP said a westbound car was making a left-hand turn onto Robinson Road in Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Township when the driver collided with the southbound school bus.


A 33-year-old Pakistani woman has been robbed and raped, allegedly by two men, in Sun City Village near KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga police said yesterday.


A taxi driver's windscreen has been smashed by masonry thrown from a bridge on the Keynsham bypass.

Taxi windscreen smashed by masonry thrown from bridge


Fisker Automotive, the company behind the Fisker Karma electric vehicle, unveils its newest model, the Atlantic, which is priced and classed as a competitor to the Chevy Volt and possibly the Nissan Leaf.


(Updated) The PLP said that a suggestion by Shadow Finance Minister Bob Richards would ``put our economy in danger'' and could end up with us being ``deemed a tax haven'' -- while Mr Richards said the PLP deliberately distorted his words.

PLP: 'suggestion would put economy in danger'


President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono assured the public on Monday that the price of cooking oil would decrease in the near future.


German auto major Mercedes Benz today launched the all New CLS 350, priced at Rs 67.67 lakh and said it will launch two more models soon.

Mercedes-Benz launches new CLS 350 at Rs 67.67 lakh


Boreham Wood were held to a 1-1 draw at Bromley in the FA Trophy first round.


Avago Technologies Ltd. said Tuesday it has closed its initial public offering, with the underwriters buying additional shares from shareholders under an overallotment option.

Avago Technologies closes public offering


United Arab Emirates airline Etihad Airways ordered 123 engines from GE Aviation and Engine Alliance, worth a combined $5.2 billion.

Etihad orders engines worth $5.2 billion


Pete Rose, the exiled, all-time Major League Baseball hits leader, has thrived selling himself in the memorabilia market.

Pete Rose thriving in the memorabilia market


McDonald's Corp. says it is adding apple slices to every Happy Meal.


President Barack Obama will visit New Orleans, Louisiana, on August 29 to help mark the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs announced Friday.

Obama will visit New Orleans to mark the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina


Abdominal obesity is strongly associated with decreased lung function, independent of smoking history, sex, body mass index and other complicating factors, according to a study published in the second March issue of the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.

Abdominal obesity associated with decreased lung function


Worldwide car production has soared by more than 50% in the first three months of this year, according to figures from the Financial Times.


Sainsbury's threw open its doors in Ely this morning - and was instantly packed with eager shoppers.


During Turntable.fm CEO Seth Goldstein's panel ``Turntable.FM: The Future of Music Is Social'', he announced that the ink was dry on the deals with Warner, EMI, Sony, and Universal.


A third Boynton Beach police officer was arrested this week, this time for allegedly planting a gun on a suspect, the State Attorney's Office said.

A third Boynton Beach police Officer arrested this week


ISLAMABAD, Advisor to Prime Minister on Industries and Production Manzoor Ahmad Wattoo has denied of having any task to derail Punjab government, adding that Asif Ali Zardari is serious in his intention to amend 17th Amendment from the Constitution.

Zardari serious about amending 17th Amendment:


Iran exported 200 tractors to Iraq and Afghanistan to continue assistance to the reconstruction and development efforts of its two war-hit neighbors, FNA reported.

Iran exports tractor to Iraq, Afghanistan


Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has told Andy Carroll that any abuse he receives from Newcastle United fans will be a compliment to his quality.

Liverpool's Kenny Dalglish tells Andy Carroll:


North Korea fired artillery into its west coast waters on Wednesday briefly pushing down nervous South Korean financial markets but they quickly recovered after media reports said it was only a military drill.

North Korea fires artillery in its waters


Dubai, Dec 15 On his 'farewell' visit to Iraq as US President, George W Bush had an unusual 'encounter' when an Iraqi scribe threw two shoes at him, but the agile American leader downplayed the incident, saying ``it's a sign of a free society.''


Now Honda is offering a different deal: inexpensive home solar power systems for customers.


An assault victim in Winnipeg has died, and a man arrested in the case now faces more serious charges.


It's amazing how much difference a couple of weeks can make when it comes to the High Country's fall colors and weather.

What a difference a couple of weeks make;


A bomb scare aboard a Port Authority bus temporarily closed the East Busway and a ramp to the Veteran's Bridge this afternoon, authorities said.

Bomb scare on bus temporarily closes East Busway


New Birmingham defender Roger Johnson is unfazed by his £5million price tag and is relishing the competition for places at St Andrew's.


Man Group on Tuesday said it has raised $1.5bn from Japanese investors for an open-ended AHL fund that has only been taking subscriptions for about a month, in an encouraging sign for analysts who have been concerned about how AHL's recent spell of choppy performance might hit sales.


Bangladesh has selected five pacemen in its 15-man squad for the upcoming one-day series against Australia, tailoring its team to Australian pitches.


Esedra, the first Italian cultural association in Qatar, celebrated its soft launch yesterday with a dinner ceremony at Bice restaurant at The Pearl Qatar.

First Italian cultural association in Qatar Esedra celebrates soft launch


China will raise the price of diesel and gasoline from Sunday by 350 yuan a tonne, and also increase aviation fuel prices, the governent announced on Saturday, saying oil consumption was growing too quickly.


A Swazi man was stoned to death by a mob of schoolchildren after he stabbed a 13-year-old girl to death with a spear and wounded 12 others at their school, police said on Friday.


The United States will face Lithuania in the quarterfinals of the World University Games in Shenzhen, China, on Saturday.

Usa will face Lithuania in quarterfinals of World University Games;


Rafael Benitez has praised Jose Reina after the Liverpool goalkeeper raced to 50 clean sheets in record time.

Rafael Benitez praises record-breaker Jose Reina


A woman missing overnight in Whakapapa on Mt Ruapehu has turned up safe and well.


Ignorance, stigma and lack of doctors have long marred mental healthcare in India.


Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh today asserted that India can generate 470,000 MW of power by 2050 if the country manage three stages of the nuclear programme``.

India to generate 470,000 MW power by 2050


Cirque du Soleil will present several performances of Dralion at Ford park in Beaumont during Thanksgiving.

Cirque du Soleil to present ``Dralion'' at Ford park


Tony Snow, a former White House spokesman, radio talk show host and newspaper columnist, has died.


Pop star Justin Timberlake has reportedly dumped Jessica Biel, his girlfriend for two-and-a-half years, over the phone.

Justin Timberlake dumps Jessica Biel over phone


Square Enix has announced that both Final Fantasy I and Final Fantasy II will be coming to the iPhone and iPod touch later this year.


Long before the John Philips' song promoting the Monterey Pop festival in 1967, and which later became an anthem for the ``Peace Generation'' and anti-Vietnam War protesters, flowers in the hair was a cultural symbol that crossed time and borders.

Flowers in the hair is a cultural symbol


The Franco-German aerospace group EADS soared back into the black and exceeded expectations on Tuesday by posting a 2008 net profit of €1.572 billion.

Aerospace group EADS soars into the black


The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, an autonomous organization to help professionalize the country's foreign trade management, on Friday announced it has completed 100% placements for this year.


Samsung Electronics is the first consumer electronics manufacturer to sign this new agreement.


Vacon has now completed the acquisition of TB Wood's AC drives business, initially announced on December 19, 2007.

Vacon to complete acquisition of TB Wood's AC drives business


H&M has launched an ethical fashion brand called the ``Conscious Collection'' as part of its drive to becoming a more sustainable and ethical fashion retailer.


An anonymous donor has given $6 million to Binghamton University -- the largest gift from an individual in University history -- to be used in part for financial aid and student scholarships, as well as for other areas of need.

Anonymous donor gives $6 million to University


Mexican authorities set up emergency shelters and cruise ships shifted course on Tuesday as Hurricane Rina strengthened off the Caribbean coast, following a projected track that has it whirling through Cancun and the resort-filled Mayan Riviera, Mexico's most popular tourist destination.


It pays to be counted at the ballot box, by the census--and on the road.


Phillip Phillips, a bluesy Georgia guitar man, was crowned the new 'American Idol' on Wednesday after defeating teenager Jessica Sanchez in record viewer voting.

Phillip Phillips is the new 'American Idol'


A woman has been killed outside a block of units in a tragic driveway accident in Melbourne's south- east.

Woman killed in tragic driveway accident


Lenzing is presenting an innovative eco denim concept TENCEL at the Parisian trade fairs of Expofil and Texworld, which will take place from 9 to 13 February 2009.

Lenzing presents eco denim concept at Parisian trade fairs


SilkAir, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, has announced that it will increase its fuel surcharge for all tickets issued on and after January 27, 2011 for travel on its flights.


A senior US official said NATO may ask China to open a supply route to support the war effort in Afghanistan.

NATO may ask China for support in Afghanistan


Players and coaches were honored for their outstanding 2009 football season.

Players and coaches honored for 2009 season


Rodney Atkins has been cleared of a domestic assault charge in connection with an argument with his wife Tammy at their Nashville-area home.

Rodney Atkins cleared of domestic assault charge


Controversial English midfielder Joey Barton could make his Marseille debut in the Europa League match against Fenerbahce next week, the French club's assistant coach Franck Passi says.

Barton may make Marseille debut next week


Arval, Europe's leading fleet and fuel management company, is launching a new and innovative service in the UK, aimed primarily at high fuel volume fleets of vans and HGV's, which will allow businesses to put a cap on the average price of diesel they buy, helping them to set and stay within their fuel budgets.

Service aimed primarily at high fuel volume fleets


Boulder, Colorado and Dundee, Scotland-based Realtime Worlds, which develops video games, said this morning that it has raised $50M for the company in a second round of funding.


``One way or the other, the JSC (Judicial Service Commission) must deal with the uncomfortable perception that the graffiti on its wall reads 'white men can't judge','' practising advocate and senior counsel Izak Smuts is quoted as saying in a discussion document the City press reported it had seen.


The 146-year-old Seattle Post-Intelligencer is going online-only with a smaller staff after Tuesday's edition rolls off the presses, parent Hearst Corp. announced today, yet another sign of harsh new economic realities confronting newspaper companies.

Seattle Post-Intelligencer to go online-only;


Niagara and Orleans County will now work together to save taxpayers money.

Niagara and Orleans work together to save money


Rapper 50 Cent is apparently planning to team up with British singer Robbie Williams on a new record.

50 Cent to team up with Robbie Williams on new record


Apartment Investment and Management Company announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share of Class A Common Stock for the quarter ended June 30, 2010, payable on August 31, 2010, to stockholders of record on August 20, 2010.

Apartment investment and management Company declares quarterly dividend on Class a common Stock


Another kidnap victim was released in Basilan province on Monday night, after almost a month under the captivity of suspected Abu Sayyaf bandits.

Another kidnap victim released in Basilan


A notable Arcadia home that Frank Lloyd Wright designed for his son David has been sold for $2.8 million.

Home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright sold for $2.8 million


French pharmaceutical group Sanofi-Aventis has completed its acquisition of 100% of Chattem, a US-based provider of branded over-the-counter healthcare products, toiletries and dietary supplements, which is now a wholly owned subsidiary of the Sanofi-Aventis Group.

Sanofi-Aventis completes acquisition of Chattem


Keri Hilson performed a sold out show on Africa's Ivory Coast and later donated to a local orphanage she had visited during her trip over the holidays.

Keri Hilson performs sold out show to Ivory Coast and donates to orphanage


Olivia Palermo is launching her own lifestyle blog, incorporating trends, shopping opportunities and style tips.

Olivia Palermo - Olivia Palermo to launch lifestyle blog


Actor Anshuman Jha, a Delhi boy, is back in the city, and it's work that's brought him here again.


Boeing, Chicago, has been assigned a patent developed by Michael A. Long, Freeland, Wash., and Geoffrey E. Gouette, Stanwood, Wash., for an ``onboard aircraft weight and balance system.''

Boeing assigned patent for onboard aircraft weight and balance system


AP Baseball Writer Pete Rose says he finally gets what former baseball Commissioner Bart Giamatti meant when he talked about reconfiguring his life.


NIIT Technologies has entered into a strategic partnership with Morris Communications, a privately held leading media company with headquarters in Augusta, Georgia.

NIIT Technologies enters into a strategic partnership with Morris Communications


The federal Railways minister, Haji Ghulam Ahmad Bilour has said that Railways was already disbursing Rs.33 billion worth of salaries out of loans.

Railways disbursing Rs.33 billion worth of salaries out of loans:


A 26-year-old Akron woman was sentenced to 6½ years in prison on assault charges for running over a neighbor with her car, causing severe injuries.

Akron woman sentenced for running over neighbor


Republican gubernatorial candidate Carl Paladino will hold a campaign rally in Queensbury at 1 pm Friday at West Mountain Ski Center, Warren County Republican Chairman Michael Grasso announced.

Paladino to hold rally in Queensbury on Friday


Madison police are still looking for a Kaukauna man who went missing early Wednesday morning.

Madison police still looking for Kaukauna man


A Newton teen has been charged with kidnapping and armed robbery after he and two other men reportedly drove off with a Needham man who was trying to buy marijuana from them.

Newton teen charged in kidnapping, armed robbery


Daniel Bard, who was scheduled to start for the Red Sox tonight, will be skipped in the rotation.


Eminem has denied reports that he's back with ex-wife Kim and that she is pregnant with his child.


Asian markets edged lower after disappointing China trade data, while India's rupee rallied after the government imposed foreign-exchange restrictions aimed at halting the currency's recent slump.

Asian markets edge lower on China trade data


Renton police are investigating a Kent shooting after Kent police fatally shot a domestic-violence suspect who had climbed atop a water tower July 7.


South Africa posted a trade surplus for a second consecutive month in July as coal shipments surged following the end of a transport workers strike that shut ports and railways.

South Africa posts trade surplus for second month


A former New Orleans city official is challenging his 9-year prison sentence stemming from a scheme to skim money from a City Hall contract.

Former city official challenges prison sentence


LOS ANGELES Former NBA star Dennis Rodman pleaded no contest to misdemeanor spousal battery Tuesday and was ordered to undergo counseling and to perform highway or other physical labor.

Rodman pleads no contest to spousal battery


The Middle East Newsline has confirmed Hamas has significantly expanded military training since its cease-fire with Israel.


New Delhi Bollywood actress Celina Jaitley will be seen fighting against sexual harassment at workplace in her upcoming film 'Hello Darling'.

Celina Jaitley to fight sexual harassment in 'Hello Darling'


HP has launched its thin and ultra-portable HP Pavilion dv2 Entertainment Notebook PC in India.

HP launches HP Pavilion dv2 entertainment notebook in India


Over years of university teaching, we've watched our students return from spring break with sunburns, scrapes and plenty of other physical injuries.


Friends of the Sausalito Library will hold its annual fundraiser March 24 at The Pines, a historic home at 33 Miller St.

Friends of the Sausalito Library to hold its annual fundraiser


The Gulf private equity market has slowed down as only one private equity deal worth more than $10 million took place in the region during the first quarter this year compared to four and nine deals during the fourth and third quarters respectively last year, according to statistics by Bain and Company.


But antioxidants may not protect women from rheumatoid arthritis or lupus after all, according to a study published in the June 9, 2010 issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology.

Antioxidants may not protect against rheumatoid arthritis or lupus


The Pittsburgh International Airport has suspended flights in and out of the airport due to the massive amounts of snow that has fallen in the area since Friday.

Pittsburgh International airport suspends flights


US Marines will visit New Zealand next year for the first time in at least 25 years, a sign of continuing thawing in the countries' military relations.

US Marines to visit New Zealand next year


An Iqaluit woman died in a snowmobile accident on the trail between Iqaluit and Pangnirtung Wednesday afternoon.

Iqaluit woman dies in snowmobile accident


Motorists here are taking up larger motor vehicle loan amounts because of higher car prices.

Motorists taking up larger vehicle loans


Today Boeing delivered the 7,000th 737 to come off the production line to Dubai-based flydubai.


At a Regulatory Commission hearing this week, Arsenal and Hull City were fined for failing to control their players during a match at the Emirates Stadium in December.

Arsenal and Hull City fined for failing to control their players.


Zhoghovurd daily reminds that MP, retired general Manvel Grigoryan brought a black fridge, believed to be made from obsidian, a tank battery and several other objects to his room in the National Assembly, adding that Versace dishes have been added to the general's precious collection.

Versace dishes added to general's collection


An Alton man was charged today with home invasion and attempted first-degree murder after a stabbing that left another man in critical condition.

Alton man is charged with home invasion, attempted murder


UN sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program have been ``completely agreed upon'', a Russian source close to Security Council talks told reporters on Tuesday, APA reports quoting Reuters.

Sanctions against Iran agreed upon: source


A boy has died after he was found in a pond, police said.The child, aged under five, was reported missing at 10.40am on Sunday after he disappeared from the Barrow Haven area of Lincolnshire.Humberside Police said officers attended immediately but by the time they arrived the boy had been found in a pond.He was taken to hospital in Hull where he was pronounced dead shortly after.Police said they could not give an exact age for the boy, but that he was under five.A force spokesman said the circumstances were not being treated as suspicious and a file was being prepared for the Coroner.He said: ``Police officers and paramedics treated him at the scene before he was taken by ambulance to Hull Royal Infirmary, however, he was sadly pronounced dead a short time later.''


Engine has launched an integrated planning unit, called Engine Strategy, to act as a central hub for its agencies.

Engine launches integrated planning unit


President Obama ensured that with the stroke of a pen friday afternoon when he signed the credit card accountability act.

Obama signs credit card accountability act.


By Matt Pepin / Boston.com staff / Bruins center Patrice Bergeron won the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, the NHL announced Friday at the first of two awards programs it is holding this weekend.

Patrice Bergeron wins King Clancy Memorial Trophy


New research from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, has pointed out that sugary drinks, consumed in moderate quantities, do not contribute to weight gain, carbohydrate craving or adverse mood effects in women who are overweight.

Sugary drinks may not contribute to weight gain


Israel on Monday restricted access to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound amid concerns of fresh violence at the flashpoint site as Jews celebrate the week-long Passover holiday.

Israel restricts access to Al-Aqsa Mosque


A new study suggests British people are divided by as many as seven social classes.

British people divided by 'seven social classes'


Burma tightened access to its cyclone disaster zone on Wednesday, turning back foreigners and ignoring pleas to accept outside experts who could save countless lives before time runs out.


A leading New Zealand newspaper Friday showered praise on India for successfully hosting the Commonwealth Games, saying ``Delhi far exceeded expectations''.


The number of women under the age of 30 diagnosed with cervical cancer will fall by nearly two thirds by 2025 thanks to the HPV vaccine, according to research published today.

Number of women under 30 with cervical cancer will fall two thirds by 2025 thanks to HPV vaccine


Sony fined for cyber-attack data breach Updated: 18:30, Friday January 25, 2013 Electronics giant Sony has been fined by Britain's data watchdog for a breach that compromised the personal information of millions of customers using PlayStation video games consoles.


Doctors in America and Britain continue with the debate on whether or not a patient should be made aware that he's dying.

Doctors debate whether patients should be made aware if they are dying


NBC and Heidi and Spencer Pratt seem determined to turn I'm a Celebrity...


An International Security Assistance Force helicopter made a hard landing in eastern Afghanistan today.

Helicopter makes hard landing in eastern Afghanistan


Ecuador may ask Britain to allow the transfer of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange from its embassy in London to Sweden where he could respond to sex charges against him, Ecuadorian Foreign Minister Ricardo Patino said.

Ecuador may ask Britain to transfer Assange to Sweden


The Centre has constituted an inter-Ministerial team to visit Sikkim to take stock of the damage following on Sunday's devastating earthquake amid fresh reports that 400 foreign tourists were stranded in worst-hit North Sikkim.


An autopsy determined that a woman who was found in a Brampton park Sunday died of natural causes, said Peel police.

Woman found in Brampton park died of natural causes


A West Winfield woman is accused of stealing more than $1,600 from the 40 & 8 Voiture 92 Legion Post on Judd Road in Whitestown.

West Winfield woman accused of stealing from legion Post


Honduras will welcome a new US ambassador after a one-week delay meant to show support for Bolivia's leftist leader.

Honduras to welcome US ambassador after delay


Awami National Party leader Afrasiab Khattak has said on Thursday that the Nizam-e-Adl Regulation will be implemented in next two days.

Nizam-e-Adl Regulation to be implemented in next two days:


South African captain Graeme Smith on Tuesday said since a few World Cup berths are still on offer, the players would be under pressure to perform in the one-day series against India.


The Tucson Padres will return to Tucson for the 2013 season, general manager Mike Feder confirmed today.


London, June 12 Teen star Miley Cyrus, who recently split from singer Justin Gaston, is now dating British rocker Steve Rushton of the pop band Son of Dork.

Miley Cyrus now dating British rocker Rushton


Ken Griffey Jr. hit his 600th home run Monday night in Miami, becoming the sixth player in history to reach that milestone.


EmblemHealth has launched three new freestanding dental products that permit customers to tailor dental coverage to their individual needs and budgets.

EmblemHealth launches three New dental products


The Nadi Weather Office said the tropical depression which was located over Northern part of Vanuatu yesterday has moved southeast and was located about 680km West of Nadi at 7 o'clock this morning.


Two children and a woman including eight persons were killed while 15 others injured in a car bomb blast in Tela Band area near old police station Badaber, police sources said.According to details, an explosive laden car was parked near the old police station in Tela Band area of Badaber, a suburban village, situated some 9 kilometers in the south-east of provincial capital Peshawar.The police said that the explosive laden car blasted,and killed two minor a woman and five other persons on the spot while injured 15 others.

Two children, a woman including eight killed in car-bomb blast


The Carlyle Group has sold SmartTrust, a Swedish provider of mobile device management and SIM management software, to Giesecke & Devrient.


Bharti Airtel plans to launch its 4G services in Bangalore within 30 days, an executive said, after the country's largest mobile phone carrier launched the service in the eastern city of Kolkata earlier on Tuesday.

Bharti Airtel to launch 4G in Bangalore within 30 days


BBC News is to broadcast live from Cuba next week in a move which is thought to be a first for UK News.


Soon after BJP declared Thursday that Asom Gana Parishad has joined the NDA and announced a seat-sharing pact between them in Assam, the regional party's chief denied joining the alliance saying the relationship is confined to sharing of seats only.


Richmond star Matthew Richardson hopes to play the last month of the AFL season but remains unsure about whether he will continue next year.

Richardson hopes to play last month of season


Venus Williams advanced to the Australian Open quarterfinals for the seventh time with a 3-6, 6-2, 6-1 win over Francesca Schiavone today.

Venus Williams advances in Australian Open


A confident Virender Sehwag Saturday reiterated that Australians were scared of India, sounding a note of warning on the eve of the fourth one-day international between the two teams here Sunday.


Asian markets ended higher Wednesday led by Hong Kong shares after Chinese inflation cooled in October and after Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi agreed to resign next week following the approval of austerity measures in a vote in Parliament.


Merkel and Sarkozy highlighted international financial reforms and narrowed their difference on Monday.

Merkel, Sarkozy highlight financial reforms


Former President George W. Bush joined the Facebook community and thousands of people responded, saying they ``like'' him.


Vice Chief of Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, Air Marshal Tahir Rafique Butt conferred non-operational military awards on the personnel of Pakistan Air Force at a ceremony held here at Air Headquarters on Thursday.

Vice Chief of Air Staff confers non-operational military awards


A MAN has appeared in court accused of making tens of thousands of indecent images of children.

MAN accused of making tens of thousands of indecent images


``It's That Easy'' is a secondary school educational project in the North Kesteven area designed by Insp Mike Jones.


Oil rose above $67 per barrel on Wednesday, buoyed by a fall in the dollar and higher share prices, but gains were limited by an expected increases in US oil inventories.


The body of 61 year-old Mr Ardern was recovered from the water's edge, just south of Groudle, by Douglas lifeboat.


The reasons people stay in abusive relationships range from feelings of powerlessness, loneliness, depression, low self-esteem.

Reasons people stay in abusive relationships


I opened Bleacher Report this morning, as I always do, to find the featured article on the Los Angeles Dodgers page blaring the headline, ``10 Reasons Why Andre Ethier Won't Win the Triple Crown in 2010''.

Andre Ethier Won't win the Triple Crown?


The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will pay Ohio hospitals an additional $87 million for the care they provide to Medicaid patients.

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to pay Ohio hospitals another $87 million


One step towards what could be some truce of sorts was made the other day, when Tom Cruise agreed to sign the Guy Fawkes mask of an Anonymous member, and return it to him in the most gentleman-like manner.

Tom Cruise signs mask of Anonymous member


Delta Air Lines Inc. says it will refund the ticket taxes charged for travel during the shutdown of the Federal


A mother and her three sons were indicted last week on federal drug charges that claim they illegally sold methamphetamine in the counties of Augusta, Rockbridge and Rockingham, federal authorities said Tuesday.

Mother, three sons indicted on federal drug charges


Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, who left a trail of fans swooning at the red carpet premiere of 'My Name is Khan' at the Berlin International Film Festival, says self-mockingly he keeps getting better looking and he would soon 'look like Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise'.


Everton tightened their grip on fourth place in the Premier League on Saturday with a 1-0 victory over Reading at Goodison Park.


A Bossier Parish parolee faces murder charges for his alleged role in the drug overdose death of a woman in mid-June.

Bossier Parish parolee charged in overdose death of woman


FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -A judge allowed Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Matt Jones to enter a drug treatment program Monday after being arrested on a cocaine charge earlier this year.

Judge allows Matt Jones into drug treatment


Yesterday has unveiled a brand refresh with agency DixonBaxi, to help change viewer's perceptions of the factual TV channel.


Auckland police are having trouble identifying a cyclist involved in a crash at Avondale this morning.

Police having trouble identifying cyclist


Sri Lanka has defeated Pakistan by 19 runs in first match of the super eight round of the ICC T20 World Cup at the Lords yesterday.


South Sydney prop Luke Burgess has been called into the England rugby league squad to replace the suspended James Graham.


With the start of the summer season, airberlin is offering even more Sansibar meals on board:

Airberlin offers more Sansibar meals on board


Islamabad, Sep 24 Former President Pervez Musharraf has said that Pakistan was faced today by a ``crisis of leadership'' leading to a massive flight of capital and foreign investment from the country in the last one year.


Two more government departments have agreed budget cuts with the country's finance ministry ahead of a major spending review to be published on October 20, a finance ministry spokesman said on Thursday.The Department for Communities and Local Government and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs agreed cuts to their annual running costs, joining the Treasury, Cabinet Office and foreign ministry.

Two government departments agree to cuts with finance ministry


Remembrance Day services will be held in Bushey and Aldenham next Sunday to commemorate those who died fighting for their country.

Remembrance Day services to be held in Bushey and Aldenham


Israel says it has arrested two Palestinian men suspected of a deadly stabbing attack that killed five members of a West Bank settler family last month.

Israel arrests two palestinians in deadly stabbing


Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has taken charge of a government technology and innovation commission designed to boost the country's modernization, according to a resolution posted on the government's web site on Wednesday.

Putin takes charge of technology and innovation commission


Governor Tim Kaine declared a State of Emergency for the Commonwealth this morning, following Tuesday night's severe storms.

Governor Kaine declares state of emergency following severe storms


A man with a knife held up a clerk at a Cromwell hotel Monday night.


Shirley Valentine has been named the most inspirational travel film in the Holiday Extras Customers' Awards 2011.

Shirley Valentine named most inspirational travel film


Hindi news channel Aaj Tak, part of the TV Today Network, has launched on Canada's Cogeco Cable, making it accessible to viewers in Ontario.


Britney Spears is struggling with the energetic dance routines on her Circus world tour, insiders claim.

Britney Spears struggling with dance routines


A man charged with tampering with evidence allegedly told El Paso Police Department officers ``I ate some weed, you know dog,'' after being arrested right after 1 am today.

Man tells officer 'I ate some weed, you know, dog'


Trading strategies may be focusing on banks during today's session, as financial groups provide much of the buoyancy for Britain's top share index - up one per cent at 12:04 BST.


Japanese auto major Honda on Wednesday said it has decided to defer capacity expansion at its second Indian plant in Rajasthan besides cutting production at the existing facility at Greater Noida, near Delhi.

Honda defers expansion at second plant, cuts production


Noel Gallagher has moved out of central London - so he can have a garden.


Gov.-elect Mary Fallin has scheduled a news conference to announce an appointment and to take questions about the progress of her transition team.

Gov.-elect Mary Fallin announcing another appointment


The Medina High School tennis team competed in their first Regional 2-A and under team tennis tournament recently.


Jewelry Television, the world's largest retailer of loose gemstones, recently announced the premiere of Tanzanite:

Jewelry Television?? (JTV) announces the premiere of tanzanite:


Film and television composer Leonard Rosenman, who won two Oscars and two Emmys during his 50-year Hollywood career, has died at age 83.

Film & TV composer Leonard Rosenman dies


A multi-agency, counter-terrorism exercise will be run in the Waikato and Otago this week.

Multi-agency counter-terrorism exercise to run this week


An historic Westmoreland County hotel has reopened after being shut for more than a year.

Historic Westmoreland County hotel reopens


Myanmar has vowed to accomplish a mission to salvage an invaluable enormous ancient bell which remained under water as a mystery for four centuries.

Myanmar vows to accomplish mission on salvaging ancient bell


A few days ago it was Barrington, now it's Nexstar getting an upgrade of its credit rating.


The ``Keeping Up With The Kardashians'' reality show star Kim Kardashian was spotted getting her butt grabbed on an Australian TV show yesterday called ``The Circle'' with host Chrissie Swan.

Kim Kardashian spotted getting her butt grabbed on Aussie TV show


Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen, who left the company in the 80s after contracting Hodgkin's disease, has been diagnosed with lymphoma.

Microsoft's Paul Allen diagnosed with lymphoma


Looks like Blue Ivy might have a new gal pal, Kim and Kanye are reportedly having a baby girl!


The National Press Club was pleased with the new SABC board and hoped its new chairman cleaned up the broadcaster, it said on Thursday.

National Press club pleased with new SABC board


Lee Enterprises, Incorporated, reported today that diluted earnings per common share from continuing operations were 48 cents for its first fiscal quarter ended December 2007.

Lee Enterprises reports earnings for first fiscal quarter


Kareena Kapoor's giving the Pussycat Dolls some catty competition with her item number Meow in Rohit Shetty's Golmaal Returns.

Kareena Kapoor's giving Pussycat Dolls competition


Wilson Golf has re-signed rising PGA Tour star Ricky Barnes after the American experienced a dramatic improvement in his game since switching to FG Tour irons at the beginning of last year.


A Canadian colonel who admitted to 86 lurid sex crimes videotaped the brutal rape and murder of a corporal under his command, a court heard Tuesday.COURTESY OF AFP

Canadian colonel videotaped murders, court hears


New Zealand suffering biggest drought in 30 years Dairy farmer John Rose has sent more than 100 of his cows to the slaughterhouse over recent weeks as a severe drought browned pastures in New Zealand's normally verdant North Island.


Ellen DeGeneres has announced on Twitter and her own website that she's leaving ``American Idol'' after one season as a judge.


Daniel Craig is set to host the popular sketch show Saturday Night Live.

Daniel Craig to host Saturday Night Live


The main accused of Gothatar shootout, Ratna Lama, has been arrested in Banepa of Kavre district Wednesday, according to police.

Main accused of Gothatar shootout arrested


Joan Sutherland, one of the most acclaimed sopranos of the 20th century, died on Sunday at her home in Switzerland, near Montreux.


It's About damn Time! american Idol runner up Clay Aiken has finally come clean and confirm that he he's gay...something we all already new.


Although they are aware that the problem exists, UK consumers are still exposing themselves to fraud, it has been revealed.

UK consumers are 'exposing themselves to fraud'


Sonia Sotomayor, who once suggested that a wise Latina would make a better judge than a white man, was confirmed yesterday as the first Hispanic justice on the US Supreme Court.

Sotomayor confirmed as first Hispanic Supreme Court Justice


It shouldn't be any surprise then that companies are leaving the ``Golden State'' in record numbers this year for ``golder pastures'' and more business-friendly climates in other states.

Companies leaving California in record numbers


SNIPERS are targeting children in the besieged rebel-held Libyan city of Misrata, the UN's children agency says.


New Delhi, Sep 3 India lives in a 'troubled neighbourhood' and has to 'maintain balance and restraint even in the face of grave challenges to our security', Defence Minister AK Antony said Friday.

India lives in a troubled neighbourhood:


During a secret performance Friday night at The Box in New York, Jay-Z announced he has signed Jay Electronica to his Roc Nation label.

Jay-Z signs Jay Electronica to Roc Nation


Gold fell for the first day in three, as investors sought cash amid financial turmoil and on concerns about central bank sales of the precious metal and outflows from bullion-backed exchange-traded funds.

Gold falls for first day in three as investors seek out cash


After over a year of hard work and dedication, the long awaited e-commerce site monogiggle.com has finally opened its doors for business.


SexToy.com is launching two new content series that will include top lists of everything you need to know about sex toys as well a series of correlation graphs based on the company's adult toy sales data.


Liverpool defender Alvaro Arbeloa would be ``delighted'' to see Cristiano Ronaldo leave Manchester United for Real Madrid.

Liverpool's Arbeloa would be 'delighted' if Ronaldo leaves for Real Madrid


As a result, the 2013-14 civic budget will now to be presented on Monday.


The Secretary General of the National Olympic Committee, Joseph Nyande, has disclosed to Awoko Sports that they have only two months to finish the first phase of the Olympic Africa project that is going on at Goderich.

'We have two months to finish first phase of the project


The Ecuadorian army said on Thursday it would continue to fight Colombian rebel groups operating in Ecuador although the South American nation has broken off diplomatic relations with Colombia.

Ecuador says to continue fighting Colombian rebels


A middle school student was left on a South Bend Community School Corp. bus, the third such occurrence in the district this school year.


Kim Kardashian has insisted that she is just having 'fun' with her forthcoming charity single.

Kim Kardashian `having fun` with charity single


The Tories vowed to keep up the pressure on Gordon Brown over the ``smeargate'' scandal today, despite the Prime Minister writing to those named in controversial emails, expressing ``deep regret''.

Tories vow to keep up pressure on Brown over 'smeargate' scandal


Tiger Woods confirmed he will be returning to the European Tour to compete in the Omega Dubai Desert Classic in February.


A body was found in the water on the north shore of Lake Travis Wednesday evening.

Body found along north shore of Lake Travis


The Australian dollar ticked down against major currencies in New York mid-day trading on Monday.

Australian dollar ticks down against majors


Ministers will today be pressed over whether there is any possibility Coryton oil refinery can still be saved after administrators confirmed they have failed to find a buyer to keep the plant going.

Can the Coryton oil refinery still be saved?


As Indian equities bounced back in line with the uptick in global stock prices, the Finance Minister, Mr Pranab Mukherjee, today said that confidence was returning to the Indian stock markets and hoped that it would stabilise in the next few days.


A man is recovering in hospital today after having had his ear sliced off following a row.


Gold slumped to a four-week low, settling below $1,700 an ounce after its second sudden selloff in less than a week.


Samajwadi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav on Wednesday met NCP chief Sharad Pawar, amid speculation about possible political realignment following the DMK pulling out from the ruling UPA.


An Anderson County teacher who was arrested Friday in Knoxville for patronizing prostitution resigned Monday.

Anderson County teacher arrested for prostitution resigns


Tiger Woods has finally owned up to his infidelities, and decided to take an indefinite break from professional golf.

Tiger Woods to take indefinite break from professional golf


National Foods, the food producer owned by Japan's Kirin Holdings, has lodged a final bid for dairy producer Dairy Farmers, a source familiar with the situation said on Monday.

National Foods lodges bid for Dairy Farmers: sources


Alicia Keys stepped out with her boyfriend Swizz Beatz, to the Gotham magazine annual gala on March 15th.


A NEW training centre in Weston is offering a variety of different skills courses to help find people the right job.


The 6-5 redshirt sophomore has had two right-ankle surgeries in his career, but coach Bret Bielema said he likes Hammond's potential.


Actor-director Mel Gibson will pay the mother of his toddler daughter $750,000 under a settlement disclosed Wednesday that allows her and the child to remain in their Sherman Oaks mansion.

Mel Gibson to pay mother of his toddler $750,000


Nick Clegg took his social mobility message to a London children's centre that parents fear will be closed by the local Conservative council.

Clegg takes social mobility message to children's centre


A propane tank caught fire around noon Tuesday, forcing the evacuation of area homes and schools within a mile radius.


The people of Niger voted for a new civilian president Saturday in landmark polls that the outgoing head of the military junta said should serve as an example of democracy to the whole of Africa, reports AFP.


Nepali Congress central member Pradeep Giri said on Tuesday that constitution writing would be impossible in the remaining 10-month tenure of the Constituent Assembly if the political parties continue to wrangle for power.

'No constitution if parties continue wrangle for power'


Goalkeeper Peter Enckelman has left Hearts after the expiry of his contract with the club.

Goalkeeper Peter Enckelman leaves Hearts


Bryant broke out of a slump by scoring 24, West Virginia took command early in the second half and beat No. 8 Notre Dame 72-58 on Saturday, ending the Irish's seven-game winning streak.

West Virginia beats No. 8 Notre Dame 72-58


Nurseries are good for kids London, June 06:


Canada tied Costa Rica 2-2 Friday night and clinched the top spot in its group at the CONCACAF Gold Cup.


James Van der Beek is expecting his first child with his girlfriend, business consultant Kimberly Brook.

James Van der Beek expecting first child


Here's our latest look at people who Facebook has hired in the last week, as shown by LinkedIn.


AP Entertainment News Video A Utah taxicab company is suing Salt Lake City after contracts to provide service were awarded to two out-of-state competitors.

Taxicab company sues Salt Lake City over contract


The stock market bounced back Friday, a day after suffering its second-worst loss this year.


David Beckham has revealed that he is 'proud' to have been invited to the royal wedding with wife Victoria.

Beckhams 'proud' to be invited to royal wedding


The HTC Thunderbolt is official, and packing... well, quite a lot of the same things we've seen from just about every other phone announced so far at CES.


Mark Turgeon took over as coach at Maryland, school officials announced Monday.


A disabled trainee fireman, who has been training at a fire station for the past 6 years, is suing the Health and Safety Executive because they are banning him from qualifying as a fireman.

Disabled trainee fireman sues Health and Safety Executive


The new Malaysia Power Report forecasts that the country will account for 1.35% of Asia Pacific regional power generation by 2013, with a broadly balanced domestic market.

Malaysia will account for 1.35% of Asia Pacific regional power generation by 2013


Oscar winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow has revealed that she would like to record an album.


The freight corridor project has been extended from Delhi up to Ludhiana and the work will commence soon.

Freight corridor has been extended up to Ludhiana:


A former investment account manager pleaded guilty Tuesday to stealing $60,000 from a woman who had been dead since 1994.


Area Girl Scouts from Maysville and Franklin local school districts partnering with State Farm and the Alfred Carr Center are hosting a safety fair from 10 am to 2 pm today in the parking lot of South Zanesville Kmart.


China has launched its most advanced maritime patrol ship off the coast of Weihai City in eastern Shandong Province, said an official with the Ministry of Transport Sunday.

China launches most advanced maritime patrol ship


Patna, Aug 5 A private chopper carrying JD President Sharad Yadav and three other passengers, including Bihar Minister for Road Construction Prem Kumar, made an emergency landing at Jakkanpur on the outskirts of the city today due to a technical problem.Yadav along with Bihar minister Prem Kumar, Secretary to Chief Minister S Siddharth and Road Department Secretary Prataya Amrit took off from the airport here for Chausa in Madhepura to attend an official function, Civil Aviation Department Additional Chief Pilot-cum-Joint Director Captain Deepak Kumar Singh said.

Chopper carrying Sharad Yadav makes emergency landing


HBO has renewed Treme for its third season, according to Deadline.


Ooyala Inc., the leading provider of end-to-end video platform applications and services, today announced that it has released native support of closed captioning Customers of Ooyala's publishing platform can now create and publish closed caption text across all of their content, in minutes This feature is especially useful for content owners whose viewers are hearing impaired.

Ooyala - Ooyala releases native support of closed captioning


New York Gov. David Paterson is shooting down talk that his resignation is imminent, calling ``outrageous rumors'' about his alleged womanizing and drug use a ``callous and sleazy'' assault on his character.

New York Gov. David Paterson shooting down rumors.


Sen. Olympia Snowe, R-Maine, says she will not seek re-election in 2012.


Former major league slugger and admitted steroids user Jose Canseco is back in baseball after signing with an independent league team in Massachusetts.


In order to eliminate this unwanted natural event, Rittal has introduced heaters for their outdoor cabinet range to keep the chill off delicate electronics housed within them.

Rittal introduces heaters for outdoor cabinet range


A key state lawmaker has proposed a $5 tax on acts of prostitution in Nevada, where brothels operate legally in some areas, and a counseling agency for sex workers that would be funded by part of the tax revenue.

Lawmaker proposes $5 tax on acts of prostitution


Kurtley Beale assault case adjourned Updated: 17:35, Wednesday February 6, 2013 A court case involving allegations rugby union star Kurtley Beale assaulted a Brisbane bouncer has been adjourned for two weeks.


Fortinet® -- a market-leading network security provider and worldwide leader of unified threat management solutions -- today announced that it has joined the PCI Security Standards Council as a participating member.

Fortinet joins PCI Security Standards Council


Footwear and accessories maker Steven Madden sued eBay on Tuesday over purportedly fake watches being sold on the online marketplace's website.


Broadcast television has lost another major sporting event to cable, this time the NFL Pro Bowl, which is moving to ESPN.


GeoBio Energy, Inc. today announced that it has signed separate, definitive stock purchase agreements for the acquisitions of two companies in the oil and natural gas services industry: one, a civil construction company located in the Piceance Creek Basin of Colorado and, the other, Farmington, New Mexico-based H&M Precision Products, Inc..

GeoBio Energy, Inc. signs definitive agreements for the Acquisition of two companies in the oil and natural gas services industry


Google is reportedly testing display ads in Gmail, with images appearing alongside messages in users' inboxes.


Cosatu and striking miners clash at a rally at Olympia Stadium in Rustenburg on 27 October 2012.

Cosatu and striking miners clash at rally


The Tennessee Titans have gotten even bigger on the defensive line with the signing of 340 pound DT Lamar Divens yesterday.

Tennessee Titans get bigger on defensive line:


Friday furloughs for Kansas legislators have been delayed as the leadership tries to work out the details.

Furloughs for Kansas legislators delayed


New data, released today for the first time, reveals the truth about every secondary school's performance.

New data reveals the truth about school performance


LEADERS of Ikpokpo community in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State, raised alarm, Wednesday, over an attack on the community by armed youths.


Oshkosh property owners owe more than $4.1 million in back taxes, a 19.5 percent increase from the total owed in December 2009.

Property owners owe more than $4.1 million in back taxes


President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated Barak Obama on his re-election as President of the United States of America.

President Jonathan congratulates Obama on his re-election


Zoran Kovcic and Mahogany Walker in ``Not Now, Darling,'' which ends its run Sunday at Hedgerow Theatre.


Warwickshire closed in on their first LV County Championship title since 2004 on a day when an unbeaten century from Liam Dawson was not enough to prevent Hampshire being relegated to Division Two.

Warwickshire close in on County Championship title


Minister Hazel Blears is declaring war on political correctness and its grip on British culture.

Hazel Blears declares war on political correctness


As a Chinese saying goes, neighbors wish each other well, just as loved ones do to each other, Xi said, delivering a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the BFA Annual Conference 2013.

Neighbors wish each other well, just as loved ones do to each other:


A public elementary school was found broken into on Monday in the West Side Austin neighborhood.


Grammy-winning guitarist and composer Bill Frisell has signed with Savoy Jazz and is preparing for the release of ``Beautiful Dreamers''-- a stunning recording consisting of original compositions and striking reinterpretations performed along with the unique talents of Eyvind Kang and Rudy Royston.


Update: 1:16PM We are healers, not killers, says the spokesman of the religious group blamed for the death of a teen.


A MAN was shot dead by an unidentified suspect at the tricycle terminal in Barangay Alangilan, Bacolod City, Sunday evening.


There is a new concern at the Webmaster World with many Webmasters reporting that Google is showing their 'robots.txt file' in its SERPS.

Google shows 'robots.txt file' in its SERPS!


Sir Bruce Forsyth has no plans to retire from 'Strictly Come Dancing' because he still gets a huge ''buzz'' from the show.


As many as 35 Congress legislators were suspended from the Chhattisgarh assembly Thursday for shouting slogans near the speaker's chair and disrupting the proceedings of the house.

35 Congress legislators suspended from Chhattisgarh assembly


Dame Eileen Atkins has slated ``laddish'' female TV presenters in an interview with the Radio Times.


A North Carolina woman spent 19 hours in a wooded area before a group of kids saw where her SUV ran off the road and found her, MyFOX8 in North Carolina reported.


Tiger Woods has just ended his two and a half year PGA Tour title drought thanks to the victory he scored at the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Sunday.


Police raided live poker club in Kiev, Ukraine.


Many baseball officials believe that the Braves are still the favorites to land Padres' starter Jake Peavy in a trade this winter.


EPB residential customers will see a decrease in the cost of electric power, due to TVA's monthly Fuel Cost Adjustment, on any bill printed on or after Wednesday, Dec. 1.

EPB customers to see decrease in cost of electric power


For anybody who might not know the history of Dr. Kwabena Adjei, NDC Chairman, the man is a strong Nkrumaist and would still have been except for his strong conviction that Dr. Kwame Nkrumah was betrayed.


A team of BBC2 documentary makers has discovered a previously unknown polar bear sanctuary in the Arctic, which is home to an estimated 20 bears.

Documentary makers discover polar bear sanctuary in the Arctic


Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued a resolution on optional retirement for the federal government Emirati employees who have completed 30 years or more as per the federal pension and social security law.

Vp issues resolution on optional retirement


The Foreign Office on Thursday said that Pakistan will not compromise on water issues in its upcoming dialogue with India.

Pakistan not to compromise on water issues with India:


BIOTECH giant Bayer has showed it plans to play hardball on any patent infringements across the globe, securing a partial success in enforcing patent rights in the notoriously hard to win Chinese courts.


Steve Litzow has earned another term in the state Senate representing the 41st Legislative District.


Kashmir Solidarity Day symbolising Pakistan's continued moral and diplomatic support to Kashmiris' cause is being observed today across the length and breadth of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir with a pledge to continue support to Kashmiris in their just struggle.


Before leaving for the holidays, President Bush made his final pardons...


Former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky, at the last minute, gave up his right to a preliminary hearing Tuesday morning in a case where he faces more than 50 counts of child sex abuse.


Five treasure hunters were nabbed by police along with arms and equipment and a car on Tuesday evening in Thanthirimale area in Anuradhapura in the Wilpattu forest.


Intuit Inc. has completed its acquisition of privately held Medfusion, a Cary, NC based leader in patient-to-provider communications.

Intuit completes acquisition of Medfusion


An East Rochester police sergeant was charged with DWI today after a head-on crash in Perinton sent him and three teenage males to the hospital.

East Rochester police sergeant charged with DWI after crash


Surprise checks were carried out in the 'Anaivarukkum Kalvi' linking Centres as per the orders of State Director of the Project Vijayakumar.


NEW YORK Triple Crown hopeful I'll Have Another has entered the Belmont Stakes detention barn, joining most of the horses he will be facing in his bid to become the first Triple Crown winner in 34 years.

I'll Have Another enters Belmont detention barn


Heavy snow and high winds have caused a series of power outages in the White Pass area, affect-ing 374 customers since Thursday.

Heavy snow causes power outages in White Pass area


Female chimps tend to keep quiet during sex so their female rivals don't find out what they've been up to.


A Hatfield man has been found guilty of shooting his neighbor's dog as it was laying inside a home.

Man found guilty of shooting neighbor's dog


HOUSTON Houston Rockets forward Jordan Hill injured his right knee in practice Saturday and is expected to miss at least two weeks.


A former All Black who pleaded guilty to assaulting a child has had his name permanently suppressed.

Former All Black's name permanently suppressed


Taiwan plans to speed up talks with diplomatic rival China this year on a wide-reaching trade deal amid a worsening global economic crisis, the Commercial Times said on Monday.

Taiwan to speed up talks with China on trade deal


The cyclonic storm 'Thane' over south-west and south-east Bay of Bengal is likely to move west-north-westwards and intensify into a severe cyclonic storm Thursday.

Cyclonic storm 'Thane' likely to intensify


York-based Tissue Regenix Group has narrowed annual losses following a ``pivotal year'' in which it completed a £25m fundraising.


RUTLAND was represented at the Vatican last week when MP Alan Duncan met Pope Benedict XVI.

Rutland MP Alan Duncan meets Pope Benedict XVI


Paramount Pictures announced today that it is making ``Mission Impossible IV.'' The film, which will be produced by Tom Cruise, JJ Abrams and Bad Robot Productions and will star Cruise, will be released Memorial Day weekend 2011.

Paramount Pictures to make Mission Impossible IV.:


View ``Rafael Nadal wins 2013 French Open'' on Spundge


Robin Hibbard, a regular on MTV's Road Rules Real World Challenge, is reportedly pregnant.


After 113 days, including a final, marathon 16-hour day of negotiations in a hotel in New York, the NHL lockout finally ended in the wee hours Sunday morning.


Round Rock tripped the Royals 8-6 at Rosenblatt.


Dwight Howard works on his free throw shooting with so called 'free throw master' Ed Palubinskas.

Dwight Howard working with free throw master Ed Palubinskas


A Brigham City man has been charged with printing fake checks and selling them in three states, resulting in thousands of dollars in losses.

Brigham City man charged with printing fake checks


The American Islamic Congress today called on the Yemeni government to drop all charges against independent journalist Abdulkarim al-Khaiwani , who faces a sentencing hearing tomorrow that could result in the death penalty.

American Islamic Congress calls on Yemen to drop charges against independent journalist Abdulkarim al-Khaiwani


A federal appeals court has affirmed a judgment and sentence for a Missouri man convicted of weapons charges after he was arrested in a federal sweep last year.

Federal appeals court affirms judgment, sentence for sw mo.


SAO PAULO -Three-time defending Brazilian champion Sao Paulo signed Argentine right back Adrian Gonzalez on a one-year contract from San Lorenzo on Tuesday.

Sao Paulo signs Argentine defender Gonzalez


Gov. Steve Beshear on Friday vetoed the controversial ``religious freedom'' bill recently approved by the Kentucky General Assembly.

Gov. Steve Beshear vetoes controversial 'religious freedom' bill


Small-scale, independent craft brewers in the US are gaining alcohol market share, according to date released today by an industry association, on the back of increased support for local breweries and changing consumer tastes.


Global Graphics has won a new contract from Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd. to supply a white label version of its gDoc PDF creator for the DocuWorks document handling software.

Global Graphics wins new contract with Fuji Xerox


Rupert Murdoch has just been named co-chair of the Partnership for New York City, which, in case you are wondering, is a ``network of business leaders dedicated to enhancing the economy of the five boroughs of New York City and maintaining the city's position as the center of world commerce, finance and innovation.''

Rupert Murdoch named Co-Chair of the Partnership for New York City


Patsy Sutton, the matriarch of a family of college basketball coaches, has died in Oklahoma at age 74.


Paolo Di Canio has vowed to 'change everything' at Sunderland during the summer if they survive relegation this season.

Di Canio vows to 'change everything' at Sunderland in the summer


China said Wednesday it supported a political transition in Syria and was not attached to President Bashar Assad as it defended its record during a visit by US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.


The a cappella group Penn Masala performed at the White House on Wednesday, Oct. 14, to celebrate the signing of the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.


Seven retailers in Pismo Beach were cited for selling tobacco to a minor in a sting operation over the weekend.

Retailers cited for selling tobacco to minors in sting


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


One person is dead after a boat capsized on Lake Moultrie on Sunday.

One dead after boat capsizes on Lake Moultrie


Here we highlight six ways to use multiple displays with a laptop, including a couple of portable solutions suited to traveling executives and alternatives for employees working from a laptop-based workstation.

Six ways to use multiple displays with your laptop


The Bank of Canada today announced that it will begin accepting US Treasury securities as collateral under its Standing Liquidity Facility.

Bank of Canada to accept US Treasuries as collateral


Tyson Foods Inc. reported a smaller quarterly profit due to higher feed costs for its chickens and the company expects that business to post a loss in the current quarter.

Tyson Foods profit down on higher feed costs


A Penryn volunteer photographer for the London Marathon has now decided to run the race himself in the Olympic year of 2012.

Volunteer photographer for London Marathon decides to run


Toronto police, working in conjunction with other authorities, executed about 100 search warrants in a pre-dawn raid in the Toronto area and Ottawa Tuesday.

Police execute pre-dawn raids in Toronto, Ottawa


Mumbai, Dec 1 Director-turned-actor Farhan Akhtar has postponed his next directorial venture to act in a new film, a psychological thriller that will be made by debutant Vijay Lalvani.

Farhan Akhtar postpones next directorial venture to act


India loses Rs.2 lakh crore every year on account of corrosion of infrastructure, industrial equipment and other vital installations, a leading industry body said as Corrosion Awareness Day is observed globally Sunday.

India loses Rs.2 lakh crore every year due to corrosion


New England Patriots receiver Wes Welker did travel with the team to Atlanta, according to coach Bill Belichick.


A woman who stabbed her stepfather to death after a St Valentine's night dinner with her mother ended in an arguement has admitted killing him.


Cleco Corp., a Pineville utility company, declared dividends on its common and preferred stock this morning.


Spartan Stores, Inc., a leading regional grocery distributor and retailer, today announced that it will webcast the 2011 annual shareholders meeting on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at 9:00 am ET. The meeting will be hosted by Spartan's Chairman, Craig Sturken, and President and Chief Executive Officer, Dennis Eidson.

Spartan Stores to webcast annual shareholders meeting


Liability driven investing remains popular but extreme conditions in the gilt and swap markets have made it challenging for pension funds to hedge their risks.


The Home Depot says they will be hiring 375 seasonal workers in the Buffalo area.


Fox Sports has a new CMO in Eric Markgraf, a veteran in the unit's marketing operations.


Sports Writer DENVER -Manny Delcarmen has arrived at Coors Field to meet his new bleary-eyed teammates, whom he'll try to help capture the NL wild card.


Union defeated the #21 Ithaca men's lacrosse team 11-2 Tuesday evening at Frank Bailey Field at Union.


A truck accident Thursday morning closed Route 50 in Taylor County in front of CNS Auto Broker.

Truck accident closes Route 50 in Taylor county


Anupam Kher is ``the most romantic man I ever met in my life'', revealed Kirron Kher at the launch of the actor's book ``The Best Thing About You Is You''.


Usain Bolt will have to qualify for the 100 metres at this year's world championships after Jamaican officials decided the country's automatic entry into the race should go to his training partner Yohan Blake.

Bolt will have to qualify for 100 metres at world championships


Art may be the key to improving the quality of life of dementia patients, evidence from a new Lincoln trial suggests.

Can art improve quality of life for dementia patients?


A 17-year-old boy has died after being bashed at an Adelaide party, police say.


The Revelstoke Grizzlies lost for only the second time in regulation this season, falling 5-2 to the Sicamous Eagles in KIJHL action last night.

Revelstoke Grizzlies fall 5-2 to Sicamous Eagles


The latest index of loan activity and rate comparisons from Georgia Credit Union Affiliates shows Georgia's credit unions have continued through the first half of 2009 to offer consumers savings through lower rates on auto loans and credit cards, and fewer and lower transactional fees.

Credit unions continue to offer consumers savings


Spanish carrier Spanair filed for voluntary bankruptcy Monday, officials said, three days after abruptly stopping all flights and stranding tens of thousands of passengers.

Spanair files for voluntary bankruptcy; strands tens of thousands of passengers


Bellevue teachers have voted to end their nine-day strike, approving a contract agreement that gives them more money and more control over lesson plans.


Hotel group Jurys Inn, which has hotels in Birmingham and Derby, has completed a financial restructuring to cut its debt, with a number of new investors providing funds to the business.

Jurys Inn completes financial restructuring


Britain is already in a recession with unemployment set to soar and business confidence and profits now at record lows, according to a report.


Hooda, who would address several public meetings at Surat during the visit, said, ``Haryana is ahead of Gujarat in every sphere,'' an official release said here.

Haryana is ahead of Gujarat in every sphere:


Lok Janshakti Party leader Ram Vilas Paswan is likely to meet hardline Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani in Srinagar today.

Ram Vilas Paswan to meet Syed Ali Shah Geelani


A pilot on his way home to Maine made an emergency landing in a Maryland field when his small plane ran out of gas.


London - British singer Elton John has been released from hospital and is feeling ``fine'' after suffering a severe case of flu and a bacterial infection, his spokesman said Friday.

Elton John out of hospital and 'feeling fine'


The mercury dropped to four degree Celsius, making a new record of minimum temperature in the present winter season in the district.


Legendary actress Elizabeth Taylor, a two-time Oscar winner and Hollywood beauty whose screen success was sometimes overshadowed by her tumultuous personal life, died on Wednesday at age 79.


FORD will be the next carmaker to quit manufacturing in Australia because ``throwing money'' at the industry can only work in the short term, a visiting analyst said yesterday.

Ford will be next carmaker to quit Australia


Singaporeans are fed a massive dose of propaganda by the Straits Times today to promote the seismic ``shift'' in the ruling party's much maligned ``foreign talent'' policy.

Massive propaganda by Straits Times to promote ``shift'' in ruling party's ``foreign talent'' policy


Double World Cup winner Ronaldo has picked up a calf injury that will likely see him miss the next Brazilian league match and the Brazil Cup semi-final, his Corinthians club said Thursday.


Google has officially confirmed that the Nexus One is not coming to Verizon.


A program aimed at keeping Camden students in high school is to be unveiled today by Rutgers University-Camden and the AT&T Foundation.

Program to keep Camden students in school


A volunteer firefighter killed while responding to a call was laid to rest Saturday in Concord.


Northwood University and men's basketball coach Rollie Massimino will host overnight and day boys basketball camps June 19-23 at the school, 2600 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Northwood University hosting boys basketball camps


The Kerala High Court on Monday said that sex with young girls had become the ``luxury'' of the rich and rejected the bail pleas of eight accused in a case relating to the rape of a minor girl allegedly by 100-odd men over a period of time.

'Sex with young girls has become luxury of rich'


Word came to WND tonight via an e-mail from Christer Johansson, who said, ``I was released from jail today, after 2 terrible months! ...

'Released today, after 2 terrible months!'


Mobile network services provider Numerex has launched its M2M interactive platform.

Numerex launches M2M interactive platform


Former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf was arrested on Friday in a case relating to the imposition of emergency rule in 2007 and was presented before a magistrate, becoming the first former army chief to face such action.

Former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf arrested


A man found human bones while digging in his courtyard about 9pm yesterday.


A Fitchburg man was charged Thursday with four separate hate crimes in connection with a confrontation he had with co-workers on June 30.


Five buildings and someone's personal storage space burned overnight in Granite Falls.


Robert Bosch expects to cut 10,000 jobs this year and keep 100,000 more staff on short working hours amid an auto industry slump that could last for years, Chief Executive Franz Fehrenbach said.


US border agents at the Peace Bridge have seized $1 million in ecstasy pills hidden among bushels of blueberries in a transport truck bound for Florida.

Border agents seize $1 million in ecstasy


And as 2010 comes to a close, Mintel offers nine consumer trends to watch in 2011.


Pro Softnet Corporation, a leader in the Storage-as-a-Service, Online Backup and Storage market, today announced that IDrive online backup continued its growth course registering robust growth for the first 9 months of the year.

IDrive online backup continues growth course;


The German football federation on Tuesday suspended an assistant referee during an investigation into whether he may have participated in match-fixing.

German federation suspends assistant referee


Afghan President Karzai said he may call an early presidential election to leave enough time for the new government to handle a planned security transition from US forces to Afghans.

Afghan's Karzai says he may call early election


Northampton town centre is to get a £50,000 facelift in the hope of attracting more people into shops and businesses.

Northampton town centre to get a £50,000 facelift


Two Tallahassee business owners are out on bond tonight after being arrested for tax fraud.

Tallahassee business owners arrested for tax fraud


A Norwegian family has won the national lottery three times in six years.


OpenTV, a developer of interactive TV software and services, said that its board of directors has rejected an unsolicited takeover bid by Swiss content protection technology firm Kudelski Group.

OpenTV rejects takeover bid from Kudelski Group


Hyderabad, Oct 14 Deccan Chargers won the toss and elected to field against Trinidad and Tobago in their Group A Champions League Twenty20 cricket match here Wednesday.

Deccan Chargers elect to field against Trinidad and Tobago


JSE closed in the red on Wednesday, giving up nearly 600 points amid 'healthy profit taking' after the market had 'gotten ahead of itself' over the previous few days, according to a local trader.


An El Paso man was charged with DWI and possession of cocaine after a traffic stop late Friday night, El Paso Police said.

El Paso man charged with DWI, possession of cocaine


Ottawa's Green Bin program will be extended to include ten apartment buildings across the city in a pilot project approved by the environment committee Tuesday.

Green Bin program to be extended to some apartment buildings


The FBI says it has identified the remains of two more US contractors kidnapped in Iraq.

FBI identifies remains of US contractors


The `` Bill will certainly be tabled'' before the Parliament in the monsoon session starting on August 1, Narayanasamy told reporters at the airport here, adding, Congress alone was taking efforts to bring in the Lokpal Bill despite BJP being in power earlier.

'Lokpal Bill will be tabled in Parliament in monsoon session'


Truro City boss Lee Hodges hailed young goalkeeper Ollie Chenoweth after the White Tigers beat Staines Town 2-1 at Treyew Road.

Truro City boss Hodges hails on loan goalkeeper Ollie Chenoweth


But President Aquino appears to favor the expansion of the existing Tagbilaran airport instead of building a new one on the island-tourist spot Panglao.

President Aquino favors expansion of Tagbilaran airport


In a mission driven effort to support the marketing of art created by Yolo County artists, YoloArts is hosting a workshop to teach the skills necessary to convert conventional artwork into a digital format for uploading and inclusion in websites, and useful for presentation and submission purposes.


Now that New York has a new junior senator, Caroline Kennedy is likely to retreat back into privacy following her brief and at times torturous foray into public life.

Bruised Caroline Kennedy retreats into privacy


Sarah Palin kicks off her nationwide bus tour on Sunday in Washington at the Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally.

Sarah Palin kicks off nationwide bus tour


Pakistani Actor Veena Malik and Ashmit Patel, who visited the Ajmer Sharif dargah have set the rumour mills abuzz again.

Veena Malik & Ashmit Patel visit Ajmer Sharif dargah


Farmers still waiting for a new well or a connection to a public water supply got a reprieve this week when Gov. Jay Nixon extended by 45 days the emergency water program that he announced in July.


``I grabbed the barrel and tried to push it away and bang - it blew my hand to pieces,'' Roy Neisler, 74, told the Hervey Bay Magistrates Court yesterday.