Marlon Harewood will re-join Nottingham Forest on a four-month contract when he becomes a free agent on January 1.


A BURY teenager stood out from the crowd when she was spotted by talent scouts at The Clothes Show.


Taiwan smartphone maker HTC Corp. plans to unveil its own brand phones in China at an event in Beijing on July 27, the Commercial Times reported Thursday citing unnamed sources.


A Marinette man was sentenced Tuesday to life for killing his estranged wife last year.

Marinette man sentenced to life for killing estranged wife


US Senators Tim Johnson and Thad Cochran have introduced legislation that would keep lab testing services in rural communities across the country.

Cochran introduces legislation to keep lab services in rural communities


Five family almost died after eating wild mushrooms are poisonous in Kota Sarang Semut, Kedah, near here yesterday.


A guy sticks his head in the barber shop and asks, ``How long before I can get a haircut?''


The Lions road game against the New Orleans Saints has been flexed into the Sunday night primetime slot in place of the originally scheduled game between the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts which was previously moved to an afternoon kickoff.

Detroit Lions game against New Orleans Saints flexed into primetime


Oil-rich Angola must do more to reduce its wealth gap and allow opposition and civil society groups to participate in the run-up to elections, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said Monday after a 36-hour visit to the southern African nation.

Angola must do more to reduce its wealth gap:


China said on Tuesday it regretted the death of a South Korean coastguard who was allegedly stabbed to death by a Chinese boat captain trying to escape arrest for illegal fishing.

China says ``regrets'' death of South Korean coastguard


Irma Boom has designed a new logo for the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, replacing the previous logo by Studio Dumbar, which had been in place for 32 years.

Irma Boom designs new logo for Rijksmuseum


A Warren County judge who presides over thousands of felony cases escaped a drunk driving record last month when he pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of reckless driving.


Coyote hunters have killed a wolf in northwest Kansas, the first documented wolf in the state since 1905.

Coyote hunters kill wolf in northwest Kansas


CHICAGO -Valparaiso finished off its two-game Horizon League sweep of Chicago teams Saturday, defeating Loyola of Chicago 66-56.

Valparaiso defeats Loyola of Chicago 66-56


The Himachal Pradesh assembly Friday passed the Lokayukta bill in the absence of the opposition Congress, with Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal saying it is ``more strong and constitutional than Uttarakhand's bill.''


We cannot continue in this way to pass on to our children the bills for all the projects that we cannot afford to pay ourselves.


A Tri-State man will be sentenced Tuesday on charges related to a fatal hit and run accident.

Man to be sentenced on charges in fatal accident


A judge has been privately reprimanded by a state commission for illegally dumping tons of landfill debris into the Patapsco River near his Anne Arundel house.


Wet roads are blamed for a crash that flipped a truck in Woodford County Saturday morning.


A burial vault above the final resting place of Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe has sold at auction for £2.8m.

Burial vault above Marilyn Monroe sells for £2.8m


Sarah George, Acting Permanent Secretary at MOA said ISPAAD will now have a horticulture component comprising production inputs support and farm equipment.


The National Weather Service records indicate that the Joplin tornado is the deadliest in US history.

Joplin tornado is deadliest in us history


Crimson Tide has won three new contracts with Integrated Cleaning Management, NIC Services Group and Wing's Technical Services.


Dole Food Co. has agreed to sell its worldwide packaged foods and Asia fresh produce businesses to Itochu Corporation of Tokyo, Japan for $1.685 billion.

Dole sells worldwide packaged foods and Asia businesses


Norway calls on Sudan and South Sudan to refrain from using military force along the border between the two countries.

Norway calls on Sudan and South Sudan to refrain from military force


Girls in the United States are more likely than boys to text behind the wheel, despite widespread youth awareness of the perils of distracted driving, a survey suggests.

Girls 'more likely to text at the wheel'


As many as 7000 books and posters regarding Imam Khomeini will be distributed to North Khorasan mosques parallel with the anniversary of the imam's demise.

Books on Imam Khomeini to be distributed among Khorasan mosques


The Modesto Bee, which is owned by The McClatchy Co., offered buyouts to full-time employees on Monday, KCRA 3 learned from an employee at the newspaper.

The Modesto Bee offers buyouts to employees


The Green Bay Packers have placed linebacker Brandon Chillar and tight end Spencer Havner on season-ending injured reserve.

Packers place linebacker Chillar, tight end Havner on injured reserve


Study findings indicate that women taking placebo pills actually had a higher sex drive, meaning that just by talking to their doctor about their physical problem it actually helped in the bedroom.


Country music upstart, Hunter Hayes, packed the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard stage at 2012 Summerfest in Milwaukee on July 5.

Hunter Hayes packs the stage at 2012 Summerfest


A resident of the 1500 block of Highland Avenue reported that a Lennox central air conditioning unit was stolen from behind the residence.


Plumbing and heating products distributor Wolseley has sold its loss-making Irish business to WIBHM Limited, a private investor-backed company, for ?26.5m.


Indianapolis-based Republic Airways Holdings Inc. said on Thursday it will shut down Lynx Aviation, the regional flying unit it acquired along with Frontier Airlines last year.

Republic Airways to shut down Lynx Aviation


The cult classic ``The Rocky Horror Picture Show'' opens tonight and runs through Oct. 23 at the Civic Theatre of Allentown, 527 N. 19th St.

'The Rocky Horror Picture show' opens tonight at Civic Theatre in Allentown


Austrian Airlines announced it finalised its work programme designed to return the carrier to profitability.

Austrian Airlines finalises work programme


Magnum Hunter Resources Corporation announced today several management changes in the Company's finance department.

Magnum Hunter Resources announces management changes


The Labor Department says for the third straight month, wholesale prices fell by a record amount in October, led by plunging energy costs.


The Montreal Canadiens will try to win consecutive games for the first time in over three weeks when they host the struggling Atlanta Thrashers today at the Bell Centre.


Officials say an oil drilling rig on its way to a scrap yard has overturned in Morgan City, La.


THE PF government has every opportunity to put Zambia back on the path of development by expediting the enactment of a people-driven constitution, says Reverend Richard M'bao.

'PF has opportunity to put Zambia back on path of development'


Former Iowa State assistant coach Barney Cotton made a triumphant return to Jack Trice Stadium Saturday when Nebraska defeated Iowa State, 35-7.

Cotton makes triumphant return to Jack Trice Stadium


TRW Automotive Holdings Corp., today announced that TRW Automotive Inc., its wholly-owned subsidiary, intends to privately offer $400 million in aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due 2021.

TRW announces offering of $400 million senior unsecured Notes


Mayor Daley on Tuesday ruled out a property tax increase to close a $520 million budget gap amid word that he would hold the line on all major taxes by raiding reserve funds generated by city asset sales.

Daley rules out property tax increase to close budget gap


Heavy snow, rain and high winds are forecast to wallop much of southern BC on Tuesday, creating dangerous driving conditions on mountain highways and high avalanche risk in the backcountry.

Heavy snow and high winds forecast for southern BC


A free ticket to the Arts, Beats and Eats festival will be given to those who donate at least three non-perishable food items during a collection drive for Gleaners Community Food Bank.

Free ticket to Arts, Beats and Eats for those donating food


The Tawanui bridge will be replaced after the New Zealand Transport Agency confirmed it would help pay for a new crossing.


These transformational technologies are creating a major shift in industry dynamics leading to the creation of a new and improved -- and sustainable -- ecosystem.

Transformational technologies creates major shift in industry:


Former US vice presidential candidate Senator Joe Lieberman has announced he is retiring next year.


Brazilian telecom Telesp suspended sales of its Speedy broadband Internet service but pledged to fight the ban imposed by telecommunications regulator Anatel.

Brazil's Telesp suspends sales of broadband service


Progressive Socialist Party leader Walid Jumblatt urged the Syrian regime Monday to swiftly implement promised reforms and refrain from resorting to force against opposition groups, for the sake of the country's unity and stability.

Jumblatt urges Syrian regime to swiftly implement reforms


Taipei-based Mandarin Airlines Saturday launched a scheduled flight between the city of Taichung in the central region of Taiwan and Macau, the airline said in a statement.

Mandarin Airlines launches flights between Taichung, in Taiwan, and Macau


Former Seattle Seahawks secondary coach Jerry Gray, who left to coach at Texas following the 2010 season, is reportedly close to becoming the Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator.

Jerry Gray reportedly close to becoming Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator


State Road 58 in Daviess and Knox counties reopened to traffic Tuesday afternoon after receiving significant pavement damage during the flood on June 7.

State Road 58 in Daviess, Knox counties reopen


Milan extended their 2013 unbeaten streak earlier today after making easy work of a helpless Lazio, who were unfortunate to see themselves down a man for more than an hour.


Canadian General Investments, Limited has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share payable on September 15, 2010 to common shareholders of record at the close of business on September 10, 2010.

Canadian General Investments, Limited declares dividend on common


Oscar-winning actress Patricia Neal died Sunday at her home in Edgartown, Massachusetts at the age of 84.


Crisis center which will work on cases with Bulgarian citizens in distress abroad would be set up in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the autumn.

Crisis center will work on cases with Bulgarian citizens in distress abroad


Oscar Pistorius again missed the Olympic qualifying time in the 400 meters when he was second in his heat on the first day of the African championships on Wednesday.


The Syrian army has attacked new villages around the flashpoint town of Jisr al-Shughur, forcing dozens of people to flee to the Turkish border.

Syrian army attacks villages, dozens flee


Bobsledder Todd Hays has been forced to retire with a head injury sustained in a crash in Germany that was more serious than originally expected.


``I would definitely want to make a zombie film. Zombie films certainly have a bright future, there are 'Go Goa Gone' and Luke Kenny's 'Rise of Zombie' coming up. Sadly, it wasn't finished on time and is releasing now,'' Verma told.


Traditional birth attendants have appealed to the government to organise antenatal care training, and provide basic health equipment for delivery support to the various health centers within the country.

Traditional birth attendants appeal to government


The Los Angeles Kings announced Tuesday that they have agreed to terms with 30-year-old left-winger Alex Ponikarovsky on a one-year congtract.


England won the toss and opted to bat in the first Ashes test against Australia on Wednesday.

England wins toss, bats in first Ashes test


In a bold move Venezuela abolished the term limits on all political offices including the office of president in a referendum held Sunday, February 15, 2009.

Venezuela abolishes term limit on office


Bombardier Aerospace says it's ready for the economic recovery and already has a ``reasonably healthy'' backlog or orders.

Bombardier Aerospace ready for recovery, has `reasonably healthy' backlog


Reality TV star Jade Goody has begun planning her wedding to her fiance Jack Tweed.


US stocks closed higher Friday, lifting the Nasdaq Composite Index back into the black for the week, after the European Central Bank said it would take further steps to ease loan collateral for banks.


As many as 58,000 small businesses in South Carolina may qualify for a new federal tax credit for providing health insurance to their employees, the Treasury Department said Friday.

Small businesses may qualify for tax credit


Deutsche Bank is out with its report today on Molex, maintaining Buy after meeting with Steve Martens, MOLX's head of IR.


Comic actor Jim Carrey has revealed that his pregnant daughter Jane has married.

Jim Carrey reveals pregnant daughter Jane has married


New numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show the unemployment rate has dropped from 7.9 percent to 7.7 percent.


MADRID, Spain -Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon accused Alex Ferguson on Friday of showing a lack of respect after the Manchester United manager made disparaging remarks about the Spanish club.

Calderon accuses Ferguson of lacking respect


Icagen reported a smaller first-quarter loss Thursday, as the Durham company cut expenses after ending research studies on a failed treatment for sickle cell disease.


Justin Bieber scheduled a paternity test to prove he is not the father of a fan's baby.


The Finnish government won a vote of confidence in the country's parliament Wednesday amid growing skepticism over euro-zone bailouts.

Finnish government wins vote of confidence


A crazy new rumor claims that Selena Gomez might actually propose to Justin Bieber for Christmas.

Will Selena Gomez propose to Justin Bieber?


FIVE-time major champion Seve Ballesteros, who had brain surgery in 2008, has suffered ``a severe deterioration'' in his condition, his family said yesterday.

Seve Ballesteros suffers 'severe deterioration' in condition


The new Resident Ambassador of the Republic of China on Taiwan, His Excellency Miguel Li-Jey Tsao has been welcomed to the twin-island Federation by Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas.

New Resident Ambassador of the Republic of China on Taiwan welcomed


A military spokesman says an Indonesian air force plane has gone missing with 5 crew and 13 passengers on board, including several foreigners.


Former MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, facing a life term in CPI-M MLA Ajit Sarkar murder case, broke his fast by drinking lemon water offered by Beur Jail Superintendent OP Gupta, official sources said.


Data centre growth in the Asia Pacific region will be driven by the need for greater efficiency and cloud computing facilities, businesses using open rack systems might be interested to hear.

Data centre growth 'to be driven by greater efficiency'


Sidney Harman, who bought Newsweek magazine last year and merged it with The Daily Beast website, died on April 13, 2011, his family announced.


A record number of students have applied for university places this year but unions warned that funding cuts would leave many disappointed.

Record numbers apply for university places


Katie Price managed to complete the London Marathon, despite picking up a knee injury, in seven hours and 11 minutes.

Katie Price completed the London Marathon despite a knee injury


A fugitive who was arrested as he watched an Old Firm game in Marbella has been jailed for more than three years.

Fugitive arrested as he watched Old Firm game in Marbella


PTI May 27, 2013, 01.15PM IST A new Australian study on racism has found that people were most likely to face discrimination at work while over 50 per cent such cases go unreported.

People most likely to face discrimination at work:


TRAIN company East Coast, which connects York to London and Edinburgh, has been named as one of the country's top employers.

East Coast named as one of country's top employers


Spanish Economy Minister Luis de Guindos said shareholders should have a ``significant say'' on bankers' pay.

Spain's Guindos says shareholders should have say on bankers pay


Enough is Enough founder Ken Marslew says Steve Bisley's community service sentence sends a strong message against domestic violence.


The actor's son-in-law, Dhanush tweeted: ``Superstar discharged from hospital.


Bangladesh's Awami League promised initiative on a south Asian task force on terrorism and friendly ties with immediate neighbours India, Nepal, Bhutan and Myanmar in its election manifesto unveiled Friday.

Awami League promises South Asian task force on terrorism


People hold signs as they gather during a protest against Senate Bill 1070, in front of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement offices in Phoenix, Arizona, June 25, 2012.

People hold signs as they gather during a protest against Senate Bill 1070 in Phoenix


Republican US Sen. Chuck Grassley could face his toughest re-election race yet after Des Moines lawyer Roxanne Conlin secured the Democratic nomination Tuesday night.

Grassley could face toughest re-election race yet


Asian stock markets on Thursday mostly reversed gains from the previous day despite the Dow hitting another record on Wall Street, but Tokyo's Nikkei was further supported by a weak yen.

Asian markets mostly reverse gains from previous day


SENTIMENTAL jewellery was stolen during a burglary in a quaint South East Cornwall fishing village.

Sentimental jewellery stolen during burglary in village


The owners of a Rhymney shop have been prosecuted and stripped of their licence after selling alcohol to underage teens during a test purchase operation.

Rhymney shop prosecuted for selling alcohol to underage teens


A young woman spilled yogurt on the president just as he was wrapping up and about to get back inside his armored black Chevy Suburban.


President George W. Bush will leave a ``strong and positive legacy'' in Asian security and his successor will maintain American engagement in the region, US Defence Secretary Robert Gates said Saturday.

Bush to leave 'strong and positive legacy' in Asia:


ThyssenKrupp expects year-on-year growth of order intake and sales for the first quarter of its 2010/11 fiscal year.

Thyssenkrupp expecting year-on-year growth in order intake and sales


US auto sales plunged 41% in February, the latest sign of trouble for the battered industry.


This new kind of racing competition allows successful celebrities in and out of showbiz to give back and share their blessings to society; the selfless winners paying it forward.


In a speech On the International Refugee Day, organized here yesterday by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees Affairs, Mikdad added that Syria, Government and People, want her sons to return home as soon as possible, asserting that the Government is working to secure a peaceful and secure return for them providing free-of-charge transport means and cooperating with the International Red Cross and all UN affiliated organizations to secure a dignified return for them.


Stockholm - Swedish cross-country skier Lina Andersson, who won a gold in the Olympic team sprint at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, said Monday she would not compete at the Vancouver Games.

Swedish skier Lina Andersson not to compete at Vancouver Games


COUNCIL car parks will be free to use during the Olympic torch relay next Wednesday as restrictions will be relaxed in areas away from the route.


On April 24, 2012, the UK Government published a consultation paper on methods to promote private sector challenges to anti-competitive practices in the UK.

UK Government publishes consultation to promote private sector challenges to anti-competitive practices


THE Russian customs cleared 1.4m tonnes of raw sugar in May, as importers used the opportunity presented by a low import tariff, the country's sugar industry lobby said on Wednesday.

Russian customs clears 1.4m tonnes of sugar in May


Gasoline prices neared $6 a gallon in parts of the United States in the wake of Hurricane Ike, which blew through eastern Texas, where much of the country's refining capacity is located.

Gasoline prices nearing $6 in wake of Ike


LIN TV, which has 32 stations in 17 markets, announced today that it saw a 24% increase in net revenue for the fourth quarter of 2010.


New Zealand tennis player Marina Erakovic has cruised into the second round of singles at the Commonwealth Games in Delhi.


Jerusalem, Jan 22 Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has warned that lack of progress in the stalled Middle East peace talks could lead to another ``Intifada'' or a popular uprising in the region.

No progress in peace talks could lead to ``Intifada'':


Iraqi police on Thursday raised to 35 the death toll in an ambush against Iraqi forces raiding a Sunni village northeast of Baghdad.

Iraqi police raise to 35 death toll in ambush


An Indiana toddler, found in a field after a tornado destroyed her family's mobile home, died Sunday after being taken off life support.

Indiana toddler found in field after tornadoes dies


An off-duty High Ridge firefighter has been put on paid administrative leave after Jefferson County sheriff's deputies arrested him on suspicion of driving while intoxicated.


Limited edition postage stamps issued by MCC for England's Ashes win.


The documentary film, Strangers No More, about a Tel Aviv elementary school, won an Oscar on Monday for Best Documentary Short Subject.


Jose Ramon Machado Ventura, First Vice-president of the Council of State and Ministers, toured on Friday health facilities in Guantanamo province, where he reiterated the need of saving resources in this sector.

Machado Ventura reiterates need of saving resources


Diplomats say Syria has indicated it has built a missile facility on the site of an alleged nuclear reactor that Israeli warplanes bombed.


The 'best job in the world' man has been stung by a lethal jellyfish on his last few days on Hamilton Island in Australia.

'Best job in the world' man stung by jellyfish


The Bruins head into the second period down 1-0 as goaltender Tim Thomas's Game 7 shutout streak ends at 139:03.

The Bruins head into the second down 1-0


Area students in elementary through high school are invited to attend the East Lake High School Robotics Booster, Inc. summer robotics workshops.

Area students invited to summer robotics workshop


Sunderland are close to completing a deal for Senegalese defender Kader Mangane, manager Martin O'Neill confirmed today.

Sunderland close in on Senegalese defender Kader Mangane


A British actress who had worked alongside the late Heath Ledger was yesterday found dead in her Paris flat after apparently committing suicide.

British actress found dead in her Paris flat


The FIFA inspection team comprising Eric Harrison and Chrysantha Pereira have arrived in India to inspect the sites approved by AIFF Executive Committee for laying of artificial turf.


Sreesanth had informed that he will join the Kerala team on September 14 in Hyderabad, KCA sources said on Tuesday.Kerala team led by Raiphy vincent Gomez had left for Hyderabad on September 6.


Rihanna and Chris Brown reportedly are suspected of secretly dating again.

Rihanna and Chris Brown secretly dating again?


SC Villa will hope to bridge the gap on Super League table leaders Kampala City Council FC when they take on lowly Sharing FC at Nakivubo stadium this evening.


US President Barack Obama continued to offer Iran ``serious, meaningful dialogue,'' despite revelations it was building a second secret nuclear facility, but warned Saturday that Teheran ``must pursue a new course or face consequences.''


``Archie is FINALLY going to choose! Between Betty or Veronica! Who will he marry?''

Archie will finally choose between Betty and Veronica


The comedy actor Mollie Sugden died today at the age of 86 after a long illness.


For small and medium-sized enterprises, the cloud truly is the great equalizer.


Bolgatanga, April 24, GNA - Political parties have been urged to support more aspiring Assemblywomen to contest the forthcoming District Assembly election scheduled for the third quarter of this year.

Political parties urged to support aspiring Assemblywomen


Wozniak told The Wall Street Journal on the sidelines of a technology conference sponsored by the newspaper in southern California that Jobs sounds ``healthy, energetic'' and ``doesnt sound like hes sick.''


Little Lake Theatre in Canonsburg opens its 62nd season today with ``Caught in the Net,'' a comedy akin to his ``Run for Your Wife,'' which lasted nine years in London's West End.

Little Lake opens season with 'Caught in the Net'


Iraqi President Jalal Talabani, a Kurd who has mediated among Shiite, Sunni and Kurdish parties, is in ``critical but stable condition'' after suffering a stroke yesterday, government officials and lawmakers said.

Iraq's Talabani is in critical condition


Seal hasn't ruled out a reconciliation with his supermodel wife Heidi Klum after announcing this week that they'd split after 8 years together.


The ``Capitalism is Organized Crime'' conference will take place on Sunday, April 19 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm at the Festival Center, located at 1640 Columbia Rd. NW, between 16th and 17th Sts., in Washington, DC

'Capitalism is Organized Crime' conference:


Several Henderson Community College offices have been moved in an effort to better serve students.

Several Henderson Community College offices moved


Veteran filmmaker Martin Scorsese is to make a documentary about Bill Clinton, he said, describing the former US president as ``a towering figure'' on the world stage.

Scorsese to make documentary about Bill Clinton


Napster will begin selling music downloads as unprotected MP3 files in the spring, joining other online retailers.


A woman was grabbed and punched in the face by a man in a ``cowardly attack'' in West Auckland last night.


All the other apps throw in the towel today as appsbar.com has recognized ``Don King'' as the appsbar App of the Day - a clear decision winner.

Appsbar.com recognizes ``Don King'' as the appsbar app of the Day


Kris Jenner swung by the Today show to chat with Matt Lauer about the season 7 premiere this Sunday of Keeping Up With the Kardashians.


Aamir Khan is to pay tribute to Bollywood classic Disco Dancer for a dance sequence in the upcoming Delhi Belly.

Aamir Khan pays tribute to 'Disco dancer'


The 31 st annual Plano Balloon Festival, Plano Balloon Festival 2010, is set to start in the Oak Point Park in Plano, Texas today.


An 18-year-old Alcoa man who was seriously injured in an Aug. 23 fall from a pickup truck has died from injuries sustained in the accident.

Alcoa man injured in fall from pickup truck dies


Pregnant obese moms could be putting their children at risk of asthma, according to a study in the ``Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.''

Pregnant obese moms put children at risk of asthma


The first ever avalanche training exercise in the Mackenzie was a great success, police say.


ITALIAN Damiano Cunego won the Tour of Lombardy for the third time on Saturday after a daring solo breakaway with 15km remaining of the 242km course from Varese to Como.


Former Pakistan President Parvez Musharraf was arrested from his farmhouse on Friday in a case relating to sacking of judges, a day after he dramatically fled the court to avoid detention, and remanded to two days in custody, becoming the first ex-army chief to face such action.

Former Pakistan President Parvez Musharraf arrested


Food labelling is too confusing for consumers, with varying systems making it difficult for people to know what is actually in the produce, according to the Consensus Action on Salt and Health.


General Motors filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US, Monday, making it the largest industrialized bankruptcy in US history.

General Motors files for bankruptcy protection in the US


The 2010 Golden Globe nominations have been announced this morning, with George Clooney's new movie taking the lead with six nominations.

2010 Golden Globe nominations announced!


SARAH PALIN was booed on DANCING WITH THE STARS as she supported her daughter Bristol from the audience, reports the UK's Daily Mail.

Sarah Palin booed on DANCING with the STARS


Dhaka Bangladesh has made it clear it will not send its troops to Afghanistan while refuting reports that the US had requested the country to contribute soldiers to the war-torn nation.

Bangladesh would not send troops to Afghanistan:


``I was not thinking about their strengths. Rather I was thinking about my strengths. I tried to bowl the right line and length and it helped,'' he said.

I tried to bowl the right line and length:


Former Australian opener Justin Langer is upset at the leak of his secret dossier on England cricketers, saying it was meant only for visiting coach Tim Nielsen.


Software maker SAP AG said that it would cut 3,000 jobs worldwide as its 2008 net profit fell 2 per cent, weighed by a difficult year-end when the financial crisis deepened.


Russia says NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden is free to leave the country, but the mystery continues as to whether he is actually in Moscow airport.


A childless couple smuggled an African baby into Britain and tried to pass him off as their own.


We bet Tamara Mellon had a weekend better than most when the Queen revealed her birthday honours list on Saturday -- she's set to receive an OBE.


The Delhi Metro will install interactive digital pods at 28 stations to provide detailed information to commuters about its network, stations, train timings, fare structure and major tourist destinations in the capital.

Delhi Metro to install digital pods for information


Fitch Ratings says in a special report that the global oil refining industry faces significant challenges in the near- to medium-term due to a sharp deterioration in the global supply/ demand balance for refined products.

Global oil refining faces significant challenges:


Awami National Party leader Shahi Syed hit back at the MQM, after allegations were leveled against his party.


Bill Hurlbut's family will have a carwash this weekend to help pay for costs related to his death this week.


Joran van der Sloot claims he was tricked and retracts his confession.


The EU has pledged to ensure half of Europeans have access to 30Mbps broadband access by 2020.

Half of Europeans to have 30Mbps broadband by 2020


Marks and Spencer profits have fallen 9.7% to £290m in the six months to September 30.


Former Brazil striker Jardel, Europe's top scorer in 1999 and 2002, has admitted he used cocaine.

Former brazilian striker Jardel admits using cocaine


State officials have fined two Suffolk County men $50,000 for dumping construction debris at a Hauppauge property and illegally mining sand from an adjacent state Department of Transportation right of way.

2 fined for dumping construction debris in Hauppauge


Diet soda and depression may be linked, a new study looking at artificially sweetened beverages found.

Diet soda and depression may be linked, new study finds


A Gig Harbor pilot crashed-landed his plane upside down near Shelton Thursday after losing power.

Gig Harbor pilot crash lands plane upside down near Shelton


New York Rangers left wing Vinny Prospal underwent successful right knee surgery on Monday and is expected to miss six-to-eight weeks.


Leader of BSP Sergey Stanishev called for a vote of confidence to himself at the sitting of the National Council of BSP, FOCUS News Agency reporter informed.

BSP leader Sergey Stanishev calls for a vote of confidence


A baby bald eagle being nursed back to health at the Wildlife Center of Virginia in Waynesboro will undergo surgery to remove a growth from its beak.


but despite press speculation, the paintings are NOT the work of Banksy.


Australia's Adam Scott says he feels no extra pressure to perform for the International team at this week's Presidents Cup after his selection as a captain's choice.


McLaren driver Sergio Perez has said that he never lost his confidence despite struggling during the start of the 2013 Formula 1 season and has shown his critics that he can do a good job.

Sergio Perez says he never lost confidence despite struggling in the start of 2013 --


German rider Stefan Schumacher was banned for two years on Friday after testing positive for a new blood-boosting drug at last year's Tour de France.


High school drop outs get a second chance to prove themselves.


Palestinians and local observers believe that Fayyad is walking on a thorny political road ahead with many challenges.


The Maribor synagogue, which is no longer functional but houses a cultural centre, was vandalised with ``Gaza'' and ``Juden Raus'' signs on Sunday.


Some elementary students joined up with marines Friday morning to promote helping others by donating clothes and goods.

Elementary students, marines promote helping others


Argentina-based Armenian tennis player David Nalbandian dropped to 63rd place with 760 points, according to ATP rankings released Nov 14.

David Nalbandian drops to 63rd place in ATP rankings


Actor Dominic Cooper has tried to woo veteran actress Dame Helen Mirren while shooting for their film ``Phedre'' together.

Dominic Cooper tried to woo Helen Mirren


The Labor Dept. reported that since the recession began in December 2007, the economy has shed 3.6 million jobs - half of them in the last three months.


Albion are in their worst form of the season ahead of tomorrow's clash with Cardiff, according to defender Carl Hoefkens.


Fiji Trades Union Congress president Daniel Urai has been charged with urging political violence and inciting antagonism against the Fiji Government.

Urai charged with urging political violence


Verizon Communications Inc., a provider of broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services, on Monday said that it has reduced energy consumption and carbon emissions at 24 of its US data centers using innovative technology that targets cooling efficiency.


He is an international symbol of fashion and glamour but David Beckham hopes he will be remembered most of all as a hard worker.


Bonnie Franklin, the petite red-headed from ``One Day At A Time'' was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, according to a recent statement released by her reps.

Bonnie Franklin of ``One Day At a Time'' diagnosed with pancreatic cancer


Thomsons Online Benefits is launching its new 'Benefits Games' initiative, which uses social gaming to help people engage and interact with employee benefits.

Thomsons Online Benefits launches 'Benefits Games'


An accident involving an unmarked police car and second vehicle has sent two people to hospital.


China Knowledge reported that Metallurgical Corp of China Ltd the country leading mining and smelting operator will issue CNY 10 billion in bills with a maturity of 366 days on the inter-bank market on October 12.

Metallurgical Corp of China to issue CNY 10 billion in bills


Oil fell to a five-week low near $64 a barrel on Monday, pressured by doubts over the prospects of an early global economic recovery and a firmer dollar.


A 16-member Pakistan kabaddi team for the 3rd Kabaddi World Cup, being held in Indian Punjab from Dec 1 to 15, was named on Wednesday.


Families gathered in Fort Smith to celebrate Children's Day, an international holiday aimed at educating kids on a number of life issues.


Sarkozy said: ``Turkey did a good job acting as an intermediary between Syria and Israel.''


A 44-year-old man who was shot by a Taser gun in West Towne Mall last Christmas Eve is now facing charges in federal court.


Fur is dominating many Milan runways this season, which would be handy for this week's unusually persistent snowy weather.


The Politecnico di Milano announced July 7 that it will offer its first-ever international course in eco-sustainable jewelry design from March 14 to March 19, 2011.

Politecnico di Milano to offer course in eco-sustainable jewelry design


A teen wrongly accused of murdering his twin brother is now a free man.


Police now believe a Langley Park teen whose body was found brutally stabbed in a Gaithersburg park last week was killed in Montgomery County.

Langley Park teen was killed in Montgomery


Veteran producer KRG passed away in Chennai after massive cardiac arrest on Tuesday night.


The Federal Reserve took formal action against Centrue Financial Corp. of Clayton, Mo., aimed at reducing the bank's risk.

Fed takes action against Centrue Financial Corp.


With their shining hardware hanging proudly around their necks, local Olympic heroes landed in Calgary Monday, feeling on top of the world.


After intense questioning by Judge Belvin Perry directed at Casey Anthony to make sure she came to this decision on her own and is not being coerced by anyone, it was determined that Casey Anthony will not take the stand in her own defense.

Casey Anthony will not take the stand in her defense


Virgin Blue is expected to cut flights on its less profitable routes as soon as next week, according to a report from The Sydney Morning Herald.


Big Brother and The Voice creator John de Mol has teamed up with Universal Music Group to launch what he claims is the first ever gameshow/talent show hybrid.

Big Brother creator to launch 'first' gameshow/talent show hybrid


November 17, 2008 Researchers at the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences have demonstrated experimentally and theoretically that the surface plasmon resonances of metal nanoparticles in a periodic array can have considerably narrower spectral widths than those of isolated metal nanoparticles.

Surface plasmon resonances of metal nanoparticles in array can have narrower spectral widths


BJP has released the names of four more candidates from UP the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.

BJP releases names of four more candidates


Nicaragua granted asylum to a second Colombian guerrilla that was in the Ecuadorean camp of Raúl Reyes when Colombia attacked and killed the FARC commander and more than twenty others, Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega announced.

Nicaragua grants asylum to Colombian guerrilla


Small and mid-sized commodity traders are scrambling to find new lenders, including Asian and African banks, as dollar funding dries up from the big European banks that have been among their traditional creditors.

Small commodities traders scramble for new lenders


Texas could restore some family planning funds that were cut from the state's budget during the last legislative session.

Texas may restore some family planning funds


Cheryl Cole is recovering from her US 'X Factor' heartbreak and has ''turned a corner'' according to close pals.


Malawi President Bingu wa Mutharika accused tobacco buyers of trying to sabotage the southern African nation's economy by rejecting good-quality leaves and offering low prices.

Malawi President Mutharika accuses tobacco buyers of sabotage


European stock index futures pointed to falls for equities on Monday, tracking slight weakness in Asia, although thin volumes were seen exaggerating moves as markets in Britain and the US were closed.

European stock index futures point to falls


At least two people died after consuming toxic liquor here on Tuesday.

Two people die after consuming toxic liquor


The Dow Jones industrial average closed above 15,000 on Tuesday for the first time in history.


Kochi The Kerala High Court 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:


An animal groomer who runs a pet shop in Ħamrun was acquitted of an animal cruelty charge brought last year due to lack of evidence, although he still faces similar charges dating to last May.

Animal groomer acquitted of animal cruelty charge


Rap mogul SEAN COMBS prefers to party in Europe - because revellers there know how to have a good time on a yacht.


Steve Jones is to become a permanent host on 'Entertainment Tonight'.

Steve Jones to host Entertainment Tonight


A 35 year old woman from Florida in the person of Lidvian Zelaya, as claimed by her husband and lawyer has died because of liposuction complications just last week.

Woman from Florida dies from liposuction complications


The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Mohammed Dikko-Umar, warned on Tuesday that the Nigerian Air Force might be grounded if urgent measures were not taken to improve its current poor financial condition.


He was admitted to the hospital here last night after he complained of``breathing difficulty''and discomfort in the chest and specialists, including cardiologists, were attending on him, hospital and family sources said.


A pro-Second Amendment rally on the steps of the Vermont State Capitol Building Jan. 19 had the desired effect--it was a ``shot'' heard 'round Vermont.


A Penzance teenager who stole £75 from a church collection was caught when his father was suspicious of him and made him show him his wallet.

Penzance teenager stole from church collection


Justin Bieber has passed 15 million Twitter followers for the first time, as he lies second in the all-time list, behind only Lady Gaga.

Justin Bieber passes 15 million Twitter followers


Kashmir Valley was cut off from the rest of the country on Tuesday as heavy snowfall kept the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway closed for the third consecutive day and led to cancellation of all incoming and outgoing flights.

Kashmir valley cut off from country due to heavy snowfall


The Detroit suburb of Troy is clamping down on hookah bars, prompting worries from business owners that they'll be shut down.

Detroit suburb of Troy clamps down on hookah bars


A Town of Batavia board member has resigned.


Justin Bieber, one of the biggest pop stars at the age of 18, is keen to try his luck in acting.

Justin Bieber keen to try luck in acting


#25/rv Xavier placed six players in double-figures to defeat La Salle, 100-62, on Tuesday night at the Cintas Center.

#25/rv Xavier defeats La Salle on Tuesday


ConocoPhillips is auctioning off a plant in Ponca City that turns natural gas into diesel fuel.


The Norwegian Immigration Directorate announced Friday that the number of asylum seekers to Norway was more than double from 2007 to 2008.

Asylum seekers to Norway more than doubled


A man with a gas can was seen running from the scene of a small brushfire at around 11 am Sunday on the north side of State Route 78 in Vista.

Man with gas can seen running from small brushfire


Two New Zealand authors from very different fields are joining forces to create a unique book and they want your stories.

Two new Zealand authors from very different fields are joining forces


Crude oil prices encountered strong resistance this morning despite the US dollar weakening from $1.4981 to $1.5064 against the euro in Asia.

Crude oil prices encounter strong resistance


Skin cancer is a dangerous form of cancer and can affect anyone.


Michael Bradley won the Puerto Rico Open by one stroke on Sunday after sinking an 11-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole.


Citigroup Inc., the third-largest US bank, said Jerry Grundhofer resigned from the board of directors after two years on the panel.

Citigroup says director Jerry Grundhofer resigns from board


Spain and Greece are calling for the European Union to extend an existing €50 billion bailout fund to eurozone nations.

Spain and Greece call on EU to extend existing bailout fund to eurozone nations


Joseph Gordon-Levitt will star in and direct a new movie based on his own script and he has signed Scarlett Johansson to co-star.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt to direct new movie


$300-million dollar Indian IT services and solutions provider 3i Infotech has expanded its global foothold by establishing an office in Dhaka for addressing the increasing demand from the Bangladeshi financial and insurance sectors.

:3i Infotech establishes office in Dhaka


External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid today said that diplomacy is at work resulting in Italy's decision to send back two marines charged in the fishermen killing case and parried questions on Italian media reports that Congress President Sonia Gandhi influenced that government's decision.Welcoming Italy's decision to send back two marines, the minister said the decision has to be conveyed to the Supreme Court through proper procedure and he would apprise Parliament about it.


While on the Ellen DeGeneres show an excited Demi Lovato announced she'll be touring this summer with David Archuleta.

Demi Lovato announces she'll tour this summer with David Archuleta


Next season's opponents for each NFL team have been announced, based on this season's final standings and the league's formula for determining non-division matchups.


Peru handicraft exports totaled $42 million in 2008, and the value of these products has increased by 100 percent over the past four years, said Peru's Foreign Affairs and Tourism minister, Mercedes Aráoz.

Peru handicraft exports total $42 million in 2008


The Bank of England has cut its UK growth forecast for 2011 from 1.8% to about 1.5%, warning that the ``headwinds are growing stronger by the day''.


The US Food and Drug Administration confirmed on Monday that salmonella was found in a package of peanut butter sandwich crackers made by food manufacturer Kellogg Co.

Salmonella found in peanut butter crackers


A YOUNG man who was hit by a taxi in the early hours of yesterday morning remains in a serious condition this morning.

Man hit by taxi in a 'serious condition'


There's a superb match in the World Cup today, so you need to make sure you check out Australia vs Serbia streaming online free if you want to see a great game!


Blackburn Rovers forward Jordan Rhodes insists he feels no pressure to live up to his £8million price-tag.


Radio Shack is currently offering the T-Mobile Motorola Charm for free online and in-store after new 2 year agreement with no additional rebates required.

Radio Shack offering T-Mobile Motorola Charm for free


The Royal Irish Yacht Club celebrates its 180th birthday tomorrow, the oldest club in Dun Laoghaire harbour gives a nod to its 1831 roots with celebrations starting with a 'Victorian' themed breakfast.

Royal Irish Yacht club celebrates 180th birthday


As the high cost of gasoline takes a toll on politics and pocket books, President Barack Obama says he is calling on major oil producers such as Saudi Arabia to increase their oil supplies to help stabilize prices, warning starkly that lack of relief would harm the global economy.

President Barack Obama says he is calling on major oil producers to increase ...


Derek Jeter tied Lou Gehrig atop the Yankees hit list and New York rallied for a 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays last night thanks to a three-run homer by pinch-hitter Jorge Posada in the eighth inning.


Three Maoists surrendered to police in district headquarters town of Jajpur in Orissa, officials said on Saturday.


Former Finance Minister Kaoru Yosano slammed Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama in parliament Friday as the ''king of tax evasion in the Heisei era.

Ex-finance Minister Yosano slams Hatoyama as 'king of tax evasion'


It looks like Brit singer Robbie Williams is set to top the album chart, with his album Reality Killed the Video Star outselling all other singers.

Robbie Williams set to top album chart with Reality Killed the Video Star


Network Rail must pay a record £14m fine for overrunning engineering work, despite a plea to have it set aside.


The Free Syrian Army said it controls the part of the city of Latakia today, particular the districts inhabited by Turkmens, Turkish news agency Anadolu reported on Thursday.

Free Syrian Army controls part of city of Latakia


Alaska's Mount Redoubt volcano erupted five times overnight into yesterday, sending an ash plume more than 9 miles into the air in the volcano's first emissions in nearly 20 years.


Alan Gross, a contractor that the US State Department says was assisting Cuban Jews, marked a year in a Cuban jail.


Roger Federer will not play at Kooyong this week in his usual lead-in to the Australian Open, the world No.1 opting for private practice instead.


Nicole Richie is ready to pop. The former reality star, who is pregnant with her second child with Joel Madden, reportedly checked into a Los Angeles hospital last week after attending a memorial service for ex-boyfriend DJ AM, according to Hollyscoop.


Hip-hop stars Jay-Z and Kanye West want to work with the British group Kasabian.

Jay-Z, Kanye West want to work with Kasabian


British actor and TV presenter James Corden is tipped to replace Piers Morgan as a judge on 'Britain's Got Talent' if he decides to quit.


A federal grand jury Wednesday indicted a part-time Decatur fry cook on charges that say he attempted to blow up the federal courthouse in Springfield last month.

Decatur fry cook charged with attempting to blow up federal courthouse


Debenhams has opened its first department store in Pakistan as it continues to expand its business overseas.


Police agents dispersed a protest in front of the National Palace on Friday, when dozens of people arrived carrying yellow umbrellas to demand the allocation of four percent of the Budget to the education sector, as stipulated by Law.

Police disperse protest in front of the National Palace


Dion, 42, gave birth to twin fraternal twin boys by Caesarean section at St. Mary's Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida.


Qatar News Agency) Ukraine is unable to buy Russian gas at current prices, which are ``wrong and unfair,'' Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych said in an interview with a Russian TV channel.


UGANDA will invest in atomic energy, following an agreement signed with the International Atomic Energy Agency.


ZAGG Inc., a leading producer of mobile electronics accessories including the popular invisibleSHIELD?, will report its financial results for the Fiscal Year 2008, ended December 31, 2008, on Monday, March 30, 2009.

ZAGG to report results for Fiscal Year 2008


Krispy Kreme will celebrate National Coffee Day and its new Krispy Kreme Signature Coffee Blends on Sept. 29 by giving away free 12-ounce cups of its House Blend Coffee to customers, the chain announced.

Krispy Kreme to celebrate National Coffee Day with free Coffee


Common Supplement May Help Patients Fight Heart Failure Regular doses of the dietary supplement Coenzyme Q10 cut in half the death rate of patients suffering from advanced heart failure, in a randomized double-blind trial.

Common supplement May Help patients Fight heart failure


The Central Bank on Thursday fined Merrion Stockbrokers €65,000 for rules compliance failures involving reporting on almost 60,000 trades on European stock markets between 2007 and 2011.

Central Bank fines Merrion Stockbrokers €65,000 for rules compliance failures


Mother Marianne Cope, who grew up in West Utica, and Kateri Tekakwitha, who grew up in the Mohawk Valley, have both been canonized as saints.

Marianne Cope and Kateri Tekakwitha canonized as saints


Kim Kardashian has said she is 'proud' to be Armenian and is happy she can identify with her fans.


The Nikkei Stock Average of 225 issues closed at 9,693.94 on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Monday, down 43.54 points or 0.45 per cent.

Nikkei Stock Average closed at 9,693.94, down 43.54 points


Vice President Joe Biden delivers remarks at New York University in New York City on the President's commitment to keeping Americans safe and our nation secure.

Vice President Biden on the President's commitment to keeping Americans safe and our nation secure


War crimes prosecutors in The Hague say supermodel Naomi Campbell should be subpoenaed to testify at the trial of Liberia's ex-President Charles Taylor.


On his MySpace page, David blogs that although a church speaking engagement kept him from watching Sundayâ€™s big game live on TV, â€œI called my friend to listen to Jennifer Hudson sing the National Anthem over the phone, lol.


Tiger Brands, South Africa's biggest food producer, said it will spin off its Adcock Ingram health-care unit before the end of September, after delaying the split pending the outcome of an antitrust investigation.

Tiger Brands to spin off Adcock Ingram before end of September


Top-seeded Andy Murray reached the Valencia Open quarterfinals, where a match with defending champion David Ferrer was averted when the Spaniard withdrew because of a hamstring injury.


Most European stock markets faltered on Thursday following a clutch of disappointing bank earnings as well as poor US data, while the ECB dampened sentiment by hinting another rate hike is not imminent.


VOLUNTEERS helped keep Gympie together during last year's floods.


A man and his wife, at one point caregivers for a man recuperating from surgery, were arrested on burglary charges for stealing ``thousands of dollars'' from the man's residence.


Former Asian Tour number one Simon Dyson of England, Indian star Jeev Milkha Singh of India and Kim Kyung-tae of Korea will join the chase for the inaugural Thailand Golf Championship title starting on Thursday.

Simon Dyson, Jeev Milkha Singh and Kim Kyung-tae join chase for Thailand Golf Championship title


Wade Phillips wanted to make sure he wasn't making any announcements when he started talking about DeMarcus Ware after his press conference Monday.


Tom Cruise signs on for next ``Mission Impossible,'' celebrities go punk at the Met Gala, and Derek Hough on dancing.

Tom Cruise signs on for next ``Mission Impossible''


MPs return to the House of Commons, Monday, as battles brew over election spending, the budget and the Bev Oda affair.


A 54-year-old northern Idaho man died Thursday after his car hit a moose on Interstate 90.


American Armenians intend to attend service in Surb Khach on Akhtamar Island to be held on September 12.

American Armenians to attend service in Surb Khach on Akhtamar Island


Cheerleader Sarah Jones is facing 10 years in prison after she was charged with having sexual relations with a high school student when she was a teacher.

Cheerleader Sarah Jones facing 10 years in prison


An Oklahoma man could face the death penalty after he was accused of killing a former Urbana High School student and sexually assaulting the victim's girlfriend.


``Trade long if Nifty sustains above 5,320 levels with stop loss placed at 5,300 for the targets of 5,350-5,380 levels. Alternatively, trade short if Nifty slips below 5,300 targeting support levels,``said Karvy Stock Broking.

Trade long if Nifty sustains above 5,320 levels:


Gas supply to industries and CNG stations in Punjab is being restored in phases, according to official sources.

'Gas supply to to be restored in phases'


The United States and Britain will help the United Nations resume critical food aid to more than 600,000 Nepalis who lost their rations last month due to a funding shortfall, the World Food Programme said on Friday.

U.N. to resume critical food aid to 600,000 Nepalis


Newcomer Feni Soccer Club will form the team with promising booters form the grassroots level ahead of the fourth-version of the Bangladesh League that will begin on December 20 this year.

Feni Soccer Club to form team with booters from grassroots level


The cholera death toll has risen to 231 in 11 states, the Chief Epidemiologist in the Federal Ministry of Health, Henry Akpan has confirmed.


Libyan protesters have returned to a court building in the eastern city of Benghazi, demanding the overthrow of longtime ruler Moammar Gadhafi.


New research has found that the majority of mortgage intermediaries have already started charging their clients fees for sourcing mortgages.

Majority of mortgage intermediaries already charging fees


I have a heart murmur and until recently my dentist said I needed antibiotics when I had my teeth cleaned.


NASCAR driver Carl Edwards wants to build a private airstrip east of his hometown of Columbia.


``The void left by this tragedy will never be filled'' - these are the words from the family of 22-year-old Craig Roderick, who was killed on Sunday while serving in Afghanistan.

'Void left by tragedy will never be filled'


As alums of dear old Case Western, we have a little working knowledge of the campus and accompanying social life, so imagine the chortle that emerged from our bellies when we saw that Huffington Post ranked CWRU as one of the trendiest colleges in America.

Case ranked one of trendiest colleges in America


Everton manager David Moyes and his assistant Steve Round have both been charged with improper conduct by the FA, after the pair crossed the pitch after their spectacular 3-3 draw with Manchester United on Saturday to admonish referee Matrin Atkinson for his ill-timed final whistle.

Everton manager David Moyes charged with improper conduct


Welsh agricultural products supplier Wynnstay said annual profit improved slightly while revenue fell but added that it remains very positive about growth prospects.


Mortgages were approved in July, according to data published yesterday by the Bank of England, raising fears that the UK housing market is at best drifting sideways and at worst heading for a double-dip recession.


This article won't be focusing on José Pekerman's side being a World Cup darkhorse--my colleague Christopher Atkins has published an excellent piece on that topic--instead, I'll be telling you why Colombian footballers are becoming major European transfer targets.

Why Colombian footballers are becoming major European transfer targets


Author Ruth Park, made famous by her classic books The Harp in the South and The Muddleheaded Wombat, has died aged 93.


Sunderland boss Roy Keane has said he expects to see some transfer activity at the Stadium of Light during the next couple of weeks.


Happy Hatters boss Mick Harford said he would dedicate his celebratory beer this evening to young striker Ryan Charles.

Harford dedicates celebratory beer to Ryan Charles


Transcendental Meditation, the stress-busting technique popularised by the Beatles, can successfully be used to treat depression, according to a new study.

Transcendental meditation 'can treat depression'


Snow began falling across Oklahoma this morning as a winter storm began moving across the state.


Consumer confidence has risen for the first time since the general election during August as people felt more optimistic about the economic recovery.


Normanna Lodge No. 52 of the Sons of Norway is offering two $1,000 scholarships to people with at least a 3.5 grade point average; who have completed at least two years of college; and intend to enroll in a program that leads to a concentration in Norwegian studies.

Normanna Lodge offering $1,000 scholarships


The 16th anniversary of the Srebrenica massacre has been marked weeks after the arrest of Ratko Mladic, the general accused of masterminding the tragedy.

Anniversary of srebenica massacre marked


Latvia will host the 2013 World Women's Curling Championships, according to the World Curling Federation, informs LETA.

Latvia to host 2013 World Women's Curling Championships


On Wednesday, Arkansas passed into law the country's most restrictive ban on abortion to date.

Arkansas passes country's most restrictive ban on abortion


Deadline reveal Holland joins Thor star Chris Hemsworth for In the Heart of the Sea, the true story of whaling ship the Essex.

Tom Holland joins Chris Hemsworth in the Heart of the Sea


Major grocery store chains are recalling certain packages of ground beef due to possible E. coli contamination.

Grocery stores recall packages of ground beef due to E. coli contamination


Actor Osvaldo Miranda, a film and TV legend, died this morning at the age of 95.


An Assembly committee dealing with the devolution of policing and justice is to meet Justice Secretary Jack Straw.


A woman will stand trial for the 2005 death of her granddaughter, a six year old Anderson, Missouri girl.

Woman to stand trial for death of her granddaughter


``I am joining Persija because it is the capital city's big team. It is an official club that is recognized by FIFA,'' Diego said in a statement released through Persija Jakarta media staff member Amira Kareem to kompas.com on Wednesday.


Omani delegation arrived in the city of Taiz on Friday, led by Shihab bin Tariq Al Said, Envoy of Sultan Qaboos bin Said ,Sultan of Oman, to participate in our country's celebrations on the Unification Day.


Columbus-based Momentive will sell the business to Harima Chemicals Inc., a maker of pine-based products.

Momentive Specialty Chemicals to sell business


The Labor Department says job openings rose in several sectors of the economy in February, including retail, manufacturing, restaurants and hotels, and transportation.

Job openings rise in several sectors in February


The Uttarakhand government on August 22 decided to close down the Gadarpur sugar mill in Kumaon region due to difficulty in procuring sufficient cane and the government's inability to revive it, local press reports said.

Uttarakhand government to close down Gadarpur sugar mill


A jailed Russian opposition activist who claims he was tortured may be sent to Siberia as part of a 15-year-old investigation into the theft of 500 fur hats.

Russian opposition activist may be sent to Siberia


Everton striker Jose Baxter has been released on police bail following his arrest for possession of drugs and counterfeit money.


Beady Eye guitarist and former Ride and Oasis man Andy Bell has said that an Oasis reunion ``probably should happen at some point''.

Beady Eye's Andy Bell: 'an Oasis reunion should happen'


Two volunteer firefighters were arrested on charges that they set a fire to a building yesterday, the Davidson County Sheriff's Office said in a news release today.

Two volunteer firefighters charged with setting fire to a building


Malayalam actor Mohanlal recently confirmed that he will feature in a Tamil film titled 'Jilla'.

Mohanlal to feature in the Tamil film 'Jilla'


Former X Factor semi finalist, Diana Vickers has split from her record label Sony/RCA by mutual agreement.


James O'Connor said on Monday he will relish the flyhalf role after being preferred to Quade Cooper as the Wallaby playmaker for next month's three-Test series against the British and Irish Lions.


News is reporting that Seattle ``Bachelor'' Jason Mesnick has proposed to girlfriend Molly Malaney who was originally the runner-up on the ABC show ``The Bachelor.''

Bachelor Jason Mesnick proposes to Molly Malaney


Coventry have signed Freddie Sears on loan from West Ham until the end of the season.


An Oklahoma cemetery goes green, and is environmentally friendly.


Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt are reportedly getting their very own brand new reality show.

Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt getting their own reality show


Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke and the Bush administration on Thursday defended the decision to rescue Bear Stearns.

Bernanke, Bush administration defend decision to rescue Bear Stearns


Veteran Aaron Rowand has signed a minor league contract with the Miami Marlins and will contend for a job as a backup outfielder.

Of Rowand signs minor league contract with Marlins


Charges have now been laid in connection to the death of a 2 month old puppy found dead last night beside an apartment building in the Kingsway and Cedarwoods area.

Charges laid in connection to death of puppy


The National Enquirer has published the above photo as proof that Cindy McCain, wife of failed US Presidential candidate John McCain is having a secret love affair.

Cindy McCain is having a secret love affair?


Wockhardt received tentative approval for the Abbreviated New Drug Application from the US FDA for the Fexofenadine Hydrochloride oral tablets in multiple strengths of 30 mg, 60 mg and 180 mg.

Wockhardt received tentative approval for the Fexofenadine Hydrochloride


Socialist leader Francois Hollande was sworn in as president of France today at a solemn ceremony overshadowed by the catastrophic debt crisis threatening to unravel the eurozone.

Hollande sworn in as President of France


TEHRAN -Nuclear fuel exchange offers should involve concrete guarantee, said Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast on Saturday.

Fuel exchange offers should involve concrete guarantee:


Israeli security forces raided on Monday a Palestinian refugee camp in occupied East Jerusalem, arresting 11 people in what police said was an operation aimed at ``putting order'' in the Palestinian area.

Israeli forces raid Palestinian East Jerusalem


A wind advisory has been issued for the Inland Empire to last through this afternoon.

Wind advisory issued for the Inland Empire


The driver survived after the tractor trailer he was driving plunged off the north-bound New Jersey Turnpike this morning in Mount Laurel into a watery embankment after hitting an SUV, according to a live report on Channel 6 News.

Driver survives after tractor trailer plunges off Turnpike


Citizens who oppose sexually oriented businesses are back from Jefferson City and have a message for Jasper County commissioners.

Citizens opposing sexually oriented businesses have message for commissioners


A man was shot and killed early Wednesday near a freeway offramp in Hollywood , authorities said.

Man, shot killed on freeway offramp in Hollywood


A Nixa man pleads guilty to $180,00 steroid conspiracy in federal court on Friday.

Nixa man pleads guilty to steroid conspiracy


Prosecutors at Cambodia's UN-backed war crimes court on Monday appealed against a Khmer Rouge prison chief's 30-year jail sentence for the execution of 15,000 people, saying it was too lenient.

Prosecutors appeal krouge prison chief's sentence


New York Jets running back Mike Goodson was arrested for drug possession and gun charges, according to News 12 in New Jersey.According to the report, Goodson and a companion were found intoxicated in an SUV that was stopped along Route 80 in Denville.Goodson was being taken to a hospital when authorities discovered marijuana in his possession and then found a loaded 45-caliber handgun while searching the vehicle.Goodson signed a three-year, $6.9 million contract as an unrestricted free agent.

New York Jets running back Mike Goodson arrested for drugs and guns


South Africa plans to send a humanitarian aid flight to Gaza next week, a foreign ministry official said Wednesday.

South Africa to send aid flight to Gaza next week - ministry


The airport may soon get an extended runway if the ongoing proposals for land acquisition fall into place.


Former ``Sopranos'' star Jamie-Lynn Sigler is engaged to Washington National infielder Cutter Dykstra, son of the famous former Met Lenny Dykstra, she announced via Instagram.

Jamie-Lynn Sigler engaged Cutter Dykstra


Foreign Minister Vuk Jeremić will call before the UN Security Council for an end to pressure being put on countries worldwide to recognize Kosovo independence.


South Korea's fifth largest lender Hana Bank on December 7 priced a USD500 million senior bonds issue, as it benefited from a rating upgrade and clarity about the issue size.


The US congratulated here Tuesday the Yemeni people on the ``successful'' presidential election and ``taking the next step in their democratic transition''.

US congratulates Yemen on 'successful' elections


Dimple Yadav, the newly-elected MP from Kannauj, today said she would fight for women's rights in Parliament.

I will fight for women's rights in Parliament:


A cricket scandal had forced Indian Junior Minister of External Affairs Shashi Tharoor to quit his post late on Sunday.

Indian Junior External Affairs minister Tharoor quits


After more than two years, Borland has finally sold its CodeGear division to Embarcadero a database tools company for a mere $23 million.

Borland sells CodeGear to Embarcadero for $23 million


Kellan Lutz has insisted that he is looking to date a ``normal girl'' after recently splitting with former girlfriend AnnaLynne McCord.


US Rep. David Rivera won't face criminal charges in state probe over finances, sources say US Rep. David Rivera will not face criminal charges following an 18-month investigation of his personal and campaign finances by the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, according to sources close to the probe.


With 458 million people owning a mobile phone in early 2009, Latin America and the Caribbean together hold approximately 12% of the world's 3.97 billion mobile subscribers.


The American's for Prosperity Foundation and the MacIver Institute hosted an It's Working! town hall meeting on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at the Waukesha County Expo Center.


Whereas The Player's behind-the-back-lot intrigue is backdrop to a primary plot, What Just Happened? is all inside baseball.


In his address to USI Congress, President Michael D Higgins said that quality of teaching should be the paramount concern for Irish universities in maintaining standards in third level education.

President Higgins says quality of teaching should be paramount in third level education


Texas Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton is able to run and throw as he recovers from a broken right shoulder expected to sideline the reigning AL MVP for up to two months.

Rangers' Hamilton begins running, throwing


The Fall Creek School Board Monday night approved wording for a $5.1 million referendum.

Fall Creek school Board approves wording for referendum


Rupert Grint has reportedly revealed that he is planning to get rid of his red hair.


Japan has halted beef imports from a US meatpacking plant after finding a shipment without a proper food safety certificate, officials said Friday.

Japan halts beef imports from US plant after finding shipment without proper certificate


BAE Systems, the British maker of military equipment, said on Thursday that it was looking to cut almost 1,400 jobs in Britain following the government's decision to reduce defense spending.

BAE Systems looking to cut almost 1,400 jobs in Britain


Mohali, June 8 Lawyers practicing at district judicial courts in Mohali today observed a one-day token strike to protest against the alleged corruption in judiciary.


West Ham midfielder Alou Diarra has joined French club Rennes on loan for the rest of the season.


And scientists working in the Canary Islands have found that those seeds often survive being ``eaten twice'', going on to germinate.


A TRUCK driver has been injured in a single-vehicle rollover at New Chum this morning.


Tennis star Andy Murray will visit Dunblane on Sunday to celebrate his summer of success with fans from his hometown.

Andy Murray to visit Dunblane on Sunday to celebrate summer of success


BRITAIN'S Prince William has taken part in a hurricane disaster exercise in the Caribbean, the Ministry of Defence said on Thursday.

Prince William takes part in hurricane exercise


Vyacheslav Kovalenko, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Georgia, does not see anything dramatic in the order of the Russian president concerning breakaway Abkhazia and South Ossetia.

Kovalenko does not see anything dramatic in order of Russian president


``By saying that contamination takes place only in private water tanks, the BMC is shying from responsibility,'' said Rajkumar Sharma, coordinator of the NGO Agni.


With New Jersey Devils ownership in turmoil, pending free agent Zach Parise could be the next Brad Richards or Ilya Kovalchuk.

Will Zach Parise be the next Brad Richards ...


``He's my hero, Sylvia Kerkey, seated, says of Denis Bergeron, who rescued Kerkey from her overturned car after an accident Jan. 13 on Thorold Townline Road. RICHARD HUTTON/STAFF PHOTO


For the first time since being released from jail and rehab, actress Lindsay Lohan has reunited with her family in New York.


Mercy opened a dual urgent and ``convenient'' care facility in Fenton on Sept. 24, joining St. Luke's, St. Anthony's and Concentra, which already had urgent cares facilities in the town.

Mercy opens urgent care facility in Fenton


WIKILEAKS FOUNDER JULIAN Assange has been denied bail during a extradition hearing in London today.


A new tattoo shop is trying to make its mark on Craig, inking locals with a variety of art unique to each customer's taste.


Pete Doherty and Carl Barat have agreed to reform The Libertines for a UK tour later this year.

Pete Doherty and Carl Barat reform the Libertines for UK tour


Lloyds Banking Group plc has ``absolutely no plans'' to start charging for basic current accounts, as the head of its retail division rejected calls for the end of free banking.

Lloyds banking Group plc has ``absolutely no plans'' to end free banking


International energy services provider Hunting has appointed Ben Willey as company secretary with immediate effect.


An uncrewed Russian cargo shipment to the International Space Station crashed into Siberia just minutes after blastoff this morning.

A Russian cargo shipment to the International space Station has crashed


New garda rosters came into effect today, aimed at improving efficiency and targeting resources at peak times.

New garda rosters aim to improve efficiency


Police told that Rathgeb shot the person in a domestic violence on Saturday evening, who has been identified as her husband named Bruce Rathgeb.

Victoria Rathgeb, former Playmate shoots husband


In accordance with President Obama's proclamation, Gov. Martin O'Malley has ordered that the United States flag and the Maryland state flag be flown at half staff from sunrise to sunset Friday in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day.


Nas has said that he is waiting for the ``rap game to catch up'' with him.


Roy Jones Jr eased to a unanimous points victory over Felix Trinidad in a high-profile light-heavyweight non-title contest between two veteran ring greats at Madison Square Garden on Saturday.

Jones eases to points victory over Trinidad


Interior Minister Marwan Charbel said in remarks published on Thursday that regional developments, particularly in Syria, ``are worrisome'' regarding their repercussions on Lebanon.

Charbel says regional developments ``worrisome''


Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. today announced that it has completed its previously announced purchase of Blacksmith Brands Holdings, Inc. The transaction was finalized under the original terms announced on September 20 th , which called for Prestige to pay $190 million in cash at closing plus a customary working capital adjustment that amounted to $13.4 million.

Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. completes purchase of Blacksmith Brands


Condoleezza Rice gave vice presidential nominee Rep. Paul Ryan a boost Wednesday morning at a rally outside of Cleveland, the former secretary of state's first public address on behalf of the GOP White House ticket since her lauded speech at the Republican National Convention in August.

Condoleezza Rice gives Paul Ryan a boost


Diamond Peak Ski Resort is giving away beginner packages to learn to ski or snowboard.

Diamond Peak gives away beginner packages


Silver Ferns defender Katrina Grant is staying with the Central Pulse, much to the relief of Wellington netball followers.

Katrina Grant staying with Central Pulse


Border wait times at the Ambassador Bridge connecting Windsor, Ont., with Detroit, Mich., will now be posted on Twitter as part of a pilot project to communicate wait times at all land border crossings between Canada and the United States.


Per Mitt Romney spokesman Eric Fehrnstrom, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush has endorsed Mitt Romney for president.


``I'm just painting what we're losing,'' Odom said of her pelicans, fish, sea turtles, gulls and skimmers, and even alligators, boats and a shrimp.


Gold prices fell Wednesday on investors' continuing concerns about a drop in demand, but other commodities rose, buoyed by a sustained advance on Wall Street.

Gold prices fall, other commodities rise


The 2011 tax season is under way and the airwaves are full of a deal that sounds too good to be true:


Jose Mourinho last night backed Champions League opponent Harry Redknapp to be the next England boss.

Mourinho backs Redknapp to be next England boss


``We know that counting is still going on, but we can smell a 70% majority,'' said Zuma, wearing a black and yellow leather jacket on a stage where he danced with singers as firecrackers popped and champagne flowed.


VEVO, the new premium music video and entertainment service, today announced an agreement in which EMI Music will join Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment in providing music fans with professionally-created video content when the service debuts on December 8 in the United States and Canada.


Google has launched 'smart' TV, a service that integrates Internet and television.


The JSE remained in the red before close on Wednesday, dragged down by negative US new home sales data, which hit a four-year low.


Modesto police were investigating the stabbing of two men about 7 pm Thursday in west Modesto.


And, fittingly, it was Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, who is now the Prime Minister, who announced yesterday that the government has agreed to review and raise the cash incentives for athletes.

Government to review and raise cash incentives for athletes


Heavy rain has hit Santa Catarina state in southern Brazil since Friday, forcing 1,052 people to leave their homes and five towns to declare a state of emergency, officials said on Monday.


A level 3 sex offender in Columbia County is arrested for rape.


Interior Minister Rehman Malik on Friday has reached Washington DC on three-day official visit.


THE Greens Party candidate for the seat of Tweed in the March 26 state election, Andrea Vickers, has spelt out why she believes changes are needed to NSW planning laws.


There are programs designed to help you pay bills if you're in a crunch.


Veteran politician Zillur Rahman was sworn in as president on Thursday, more than a month after Bangladesh returned to democracy after two years under a military-backed government.


The Pastoralists and Graziers Association says wild dog numbers in parts of the state are reaching plague proportions.


The Co-Chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group released the statement Tuesday, OSCE official website reported.

Co-Chairs of Minsk Group release statement


Researchers from Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah report that they have identified a previously undiscovered trigger mechanism for a quality control checkpoint at the very end of the cell division process in a paper to be published in the November 29 issue of The Journal of Cell Biology and online today.

Researchers identify trigger mechanism of quality control checkpoint in cell division process


Blogging is an effective way for businesses to communicate consistently with stakeholders, consumers, partners and the media, an industry expert has suggested.

Blogging is 'an effective way of communicating'


Iron ore prices are falling swiftly, reversing a sharp uptrend seen since September, when they had declined to sub-$90 per tonne.


``I make many mistakes. Many mistakes. I'm not a perfect human being. I have to learn from my mistakes. And a lot of the ones I've made have been public,'' she said.


Four men have been arrested by police following an armed robbery at Regents Park in Sydney's south-west yesterday.

Four men arrested following armed robbery


A 44-year-old man has been charged with first degree criminal domestic violence after a physical confrontation with his girlfriend, according to a North Myrtle Beach police incident report.

Man charged with criminal domestic violence


Jaipur, May 8 Ten persons were killed and 58 others injured in two separate road mishaps in Rajasthan today, police said.

10 killed in two road mishaps in Rajasthan


Kuwaiti Ambassador to Mexico Sameeh Jawhar Hayat met late on Thursday with Mexican Minister for Urban Development and Housing for the Federal District Felipe Leal on ways to boost bilateral cooperation in the housing sector.

Kuwaiti Ambassador meets Mexican Minister


Shia LaBeouf wishes he was more like George Clooney when it comes to public interaction -- because he fears his honesty makes people think he's unpleasant and ungrateful.

Shia LaBeouf: 'I wish I was more like George Clooney'


Maria Sharapova pulled herself out of the Open Gaz de France stating she was still feeling the effects of a viral illness.

Maria Sharapova pulled out of Open Gaz de France.


Academy Award winner Marisa Tomei, recently on Broadway in the revival of Top Girls, will star in a reading of Clifford Odets' Golden Boy at the Westport Country Playhouse.

Oscar winner Tomei to star in reading of Golden Boy;


JPMorgan Chase & Co. declared a quarterly dividend on the outstanding shares of the corporation's 8.625% Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series J, in the amount of USD215.6250 per share.

Jpmorgan Chase declared quarterly dividend


Aussie court clears Google in deceptive ad case Australia's highest court on Wednesday threw out a ruling against Google Inc. that had found the Internet giant guilty of breaching trade law by hosting deceptive advertisements.


The foundation of a third bridge over the Bosphorus will be laid in Istanbul in late May, CNN Türk TV channel reported on Thursday.

Foundation of third bridge over Bosphorus to be laid in Istanbul in late May


Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak said Thursday he had unreservedly discussed all issues with visiting US President Barack Obama.

Mubarak says he unreservedly discussed all issues with Obama


Tiers two and five of the new points-based system for non-EU migrant workers went live today.

New system for migrant workers goes live


College basketball betting odds have the Boilermakers listed as 8-point favorites.


The first Nepalese Buddhist temple in the United States has been consecrated in Portland, Oregon recently.

First Nepalese-Buddhist temple in us consecrated


Coca Cola, the world's largest beverage giant, has recently announced it would provide lifelong financial support by adopting the pair of 8-month-old twin pandas at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.

Coca Cola to provide lifelong support to twin pandas


The Sensex continues to trade on a flat note amid volatility as buying and selling is being witnessed in index heavyweights.

Sensex continues to trade flat amid volatility


A woman is in the hospital after police say she jumped from the University Drive bridge onto Interstate 85/40 on Saturday afternoon.


Washington state launched an online auction on Thursday of its 167 state-run liquor stores, which are slated for privatization on June 1 under a voter-approved ballot measure.

Washington state launches online auction of liquor stores


Canadian Ryder Hesjedal, the Giro d'Italia champion, has withdrawn from the Tour de France after sustaining a left leg and hip injury during the crash-marred sixth stage of the race.

Canadian Ryder Hesjedal withdraws from Tour de France with leg and hip injuries


The Fatah delegation to the sixth round of Palestinian dialogue in Cairo will arrive on Saturday evening, hoping to reach a comprehensive conciliation, according to Fatah spokesperson Fahmi Za'arir.

Fatah delegation to Cairo to arrive Saturday evening


Cytec Industries Inc. said Wednesday that it has completed the sale of its coating resins business to funds affiliated with private equity firm Advent International.

Cytec Industries completes sale of coating resins business


``I have not heard his voice in 20 days. Whom should I tell? I can't bear this emotionally. What sin, what crime has my son committed? Is it right for a gifted university student to be in prison? I went to Tehran last week, but the case judge told me: 'Leave, we will inform you.' I want to go to Evin Prison on Friday, to see what happens. I will wait there, maybe I can hear my son's voice. It is my right to hear my son's voice,'' Gholzadeh's father told the International Campaign for Human Rights in Iran.

``What sin, what crime has my son committed?''


She returned Wednesday to be honored by state legislators, who passed a resolution saying she had made a ``lasting impact'' on rhythm and blues music.


KIDWELLY is set for a major leisure and tourism boost with the unveiling of three schemes aiming to attract more visitors.

Kidwelly set for major leisure and tourism boost


Mayor Frank Guinta says he plans to meet with Hooksett school officials who have blasted the city over this year's school district budget.

Guinta to meet with Hooksett school officials


About 75% of Indiana students passed this year's statewide ISTEP+ English and math exams - a significant improvement over the 2009 test results.

About 75% of Indiana students pass ISTEP+


NRL clubs hit with salary cap fines Updated: 19:59, Friday April 27, 2012 Parramatta, Gold Coast, Canberra and Penrith have been hit with fines from the ARL Commission for salary cap breaches during the 2011 season.


Charities need to improve and formalise their complaints procedures to ensure public confidence in the sector, according to Acevo.

Charities 'must improve complaints procedures'


The City of Santa Clara gets free Wi-Fi in a report from Wednesday.


Three men were injured in separate shootings Sunday in Minneapolis and St. Paul, capping off a violent weekend in which a teenaged girl was killed and two juvenile boys were shot on a city bus.

3 injured in shootings in Minneapolis, St.Paul


GOOGLE search is getting eyes and ears, moving beyond keywords to let people scour the internet with mobile phone cameras or spoken words in multiple languages.


A Jacksonville firefighter suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital as a precautionary measure after responding to an early morning house fire today.

Jacksonville firefighter suffers minor injuries


Slepagnez RT @goal_intl: #soccer #football Fulham Goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer Refusing To Rule Out A January Transfer To Arsenal:

Fulham goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer Refusing to rule out a January Transfer to Arsenal


Three roommates who say their rental furniture was infested with bedbugs have sued the southwest Ohio business that supplied the items.


Sandra Bullock has revealed that despite all the trauma going on in her life of late, she absolutely loves the Oscars.


``To be honest, after one year I was expecting things would be better than they are now,'' Torres told ESPN.

Torres was 'expecting things to be better than they are now'


Ian Beale leaves Phil Mitchell for dead when the 'EastEnders' hardman suffers a heart attack.


A man has admitted firing a loaded shotgun in the air in view of his neighbours in Lincoln.


The Boston Red Sox acquired Byrd on Tuesday.


Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen, and the governors of Louisiana, Alabama, and Georgia declared states of emergency because of the snow storm.


A Beijing human rights lawyers group that defended victims of last year's tainted milk saga has been shut down by authorities over tax evasion charges, one of the group's lawyers said Friday.

Human rights lawyers group shut down over tax evasion charges


Holmstrom is also pondering retirement, after 15 seasons with the Wings, who selected him in the 10th round, 257th overall in the 1994 NHL Draft.


It was announced this afternoon that Simmonds is to leave the Quakers, less than three months after chief executive Jon Sotnick also left.


Ho, Dec. 25, GNA-Right Reverend Francis Anani Lodonu, Bishop of the Ho Diocese of the Catholic Church on Wednesday said the selective closure of borders in Ghana for supposed security reasons could weaken national unity.

Selective closure of borders weaken national unity


Retail sales fell slightly less than expected in August, but the underlying trend remained flat, as consumers continued to rein in spending at a time of great economic uncertainty, official data showed.


Where is my Heart? is available free to PlayStation Plus members beginning November 8, 2011.


A Cedartown woman struck by a car Sunday night is in critical condition at Floyd Medical Center, according to hospital officials.

Cedartown woman struck by car in critical condition


Norwegian Cruise Line has just announced that they have placed an order for a ``Breakaway Plus'' cruise ship from MEYER WERFT, with an option for a second ship.

Norwegian cruise Line orders Breakaway Plus ship


THE Philippines is suffering a crippling brain drain with many of its most talented and qualified workers heading overseas for higher-paid jobs and better lifestyles, employers say.


Muttehada Qaumi Movement quaid Altaf Hussain said that Pakistan is passing through crucial situation and we have to think for the country above the power.

Pakistan passing through crucial situation :


Indian shares ended down for the second straight session Tuesday, tracking mostly weak regional markets as some lower-than-expected earnings and timid auto sales data for the festival season in October spooked sentiment.


Reports sent to Washington by the former US ambassador to Panama, Barbara Stephenson, labeling President Ricardo Martinelli ``a threat to Panamanian democracy,'' were brushed aside by the government on Tuesday, March 16.

Reports on Martinelli ``threat to Panamanian democracy'' brushed aside


``I have to do whatever I have to do to keep my job,'' said Vera Fiarello, a 33-year-old mother of two who works at a Walmart store in the northeastern part of the US ``You get a cold or you get the fever or whatever, you've got to be there.''


Gardnerville has been nominated as the best place to fish in the United States in part of the World Fishing Network's Ultimate Fishing Town Contest.

Gardnerville nominated as best place to fish


Relief events to be held in Dunedin for the Christchurch earthquake are planned for this weekend, as response to the tragedy continues.


Domestic steel prices will not swing much, and mostly remain stable in the current year, according to home-grown steel major Tata Steel.

'Steel prices will mostly remain stable this year'


Ethan Allen, targeted to move this fall, continues to offer consulting/design services and furniture sales from its Plank Road location, a design consultant said Thursday.

Ethan Allen continuing to offer services, sales


Jim Ross responded to allegations that he's racist for publicly slamming Dallas Cowboys wide receiver and Oklahoma State alumus Dez Bryant--

Jim Ross responds to allegations that he's racist


State-run Syrian TV says a bomb has exploded outside a mosque in the Syrian capital, causing casualties.

Bomb explodes outside mosque in Syrian capital


Fulton Homes Corp. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Tuesday; another indication of Arizona's staggering economy.

Fulton Homes files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy


A Congress MP from Nagarkurnool in Andhra Pradesh slapped a bank manager in Mahbubnagar district yesterday for allegedly delaying loans to SC/ST beneficiaries.


South Africa's paper maker Sappi said on Tuesday that it would cut European fine paper output by up to 25 percent in January on the back of falling demand, with a similar reduction mulled for next month.


The Cleveland Browns today signed running back Chris Ogbonnaya to the active roster from Houston's practice squad.


`Deputies in Branch County say that a pedestrian was struck by a car Tuesday evening.


RainbowPUSH's lawsuit against the Memphis City Council moved ahead in court Thursday.


Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty plays the drums for reporters and staff at Algonquin College after announcing $4.2 million in funding over three years for media arts programs at the Ottawa community college.


Devon Energy Corp. said Tuesday that it has filed a universal shelf registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Devon Energy files shelf registration statement


FRANK Lampard was yesterday banned from driving for 90 days and ordered to pay £3,000 after he was caught speeding at 91mph in a 50mph zone.


Around 100 Ryanair passengers have missed flights out of Dublin airport because of what the company says is unofficial strike action by security staff.


The Lebanese Hezbollah-led opposition announced Saturday that it will remove all armed presence in Beirut, and turn the city to the army, but it maintained that it will peruse civil disobedience until its demands are achieved.

Lebanese opposition announces removing armed presence from Beirut


The Gerald Ryan-trained Rothesay has been banned from racing in Australia for life after the four-year-old Fastnet Rock entire bled after his Rosehill run today.

Rothesay banned from racing in Australia


Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, will have orthopedic surgery Monday to relieve shoulder pain.


Dublin Airport Authority, which operates Dublin, Shannon and Cork airports, has revealed a 9% decrease in total retail revenues to €221 in 2010 year-on-year.

Dublin airport Authority reveals 9% decrease in total retail revenues


A nasty way to end the week, as the indices closed sharply lower, not far off the session lows, but they did rally in the last hour, sharply, although giving it back towards the end of the day.


WESTERN Power today accepted blame for the Hills bushfire that destroyed two homes last week, after it was found a tree growing into power lines caused the fire.


Fitch Ratings has affirmed Kazakhstan-based KazMunaiGaz National Company's Long-term foreign and local currency Issuer Default Ratings at 'BBB-' and 'BBB' respectively.

Fitch affirms KazMunaiGaz National company at ``BBB-'';


Tom Cruise uses ice suit for muscles Updated: 14:25, Friday June 8, 2012 Tom Cruise keeps his body in good shape with the help of an ice suit.


The All Blacks have sent a get well message to legend Jonah Lomu who remains in hospital with kidney issues.

All Blacks send get well message to Lomu


Intel has released its own version of open source software platform Hadoop, which can crunch shedloads of data across large numbers of servers.

Intel releases its own version of Hadoop


A San Lucas man is behind bars Monday morning after hitting his wife with a wooden bat.

A San Lucas man hits wife with wooden bat


Actress Mamta Mohandas, who was shooting for Anoop Kanan's Jawan of Vellimala in Aberdeenshire, celebrated her first Vishu after marriage with her husband Pregith while returning back to India, on the flight.

Mamta celebrates her first Vishu after marriage


THE Red Cross centre in Eastleigh has been forced to close after more than half a century.


The agriculture sector, especially rubber, is projected to grow at 3.3 per cent during the next five years with the implementation of various development projects totalling RM230 billion under the 10th Malaysia Plan.

Agriculture sector projected to grow 3.3 per cent in next five years


Former Widnes players Anthony Thackeray and James Ford have joined York City Knights for the rest of the season.

Anthony Thackeray and James Ford join York City Knights


Mother Jones, which obtained video of Mitt Romney's remarks about the ``47 percent'' at a Boca Raton fundraiser, plans to release the full video later today, the magazine's co-editor Clara Jeffrey told POLITICO.

Mother Jones to release full video today


The Housing Authority is opening applications for the sale issue that was launched by the Minister for Social Policy, John Dalli, and the chairman of the Housing Authority, Charles Borg, last Friday.

Housing Authority opening applications under sale issue


An American pilot has been arrested in Venezuela and accused of drug trafficking.Prosecutors say that Edward Broff was arrested last week after he landed a plane at an airport in eastern Monagas state.A court issued a warrant for the pilot's arrest and confiscation of the plane.


A 49-year-old Dubuque woman avoided injuries when she crashed head-on into a semi-tractor trailer late Sunday night near Dickeyville.


Washington, May 29 More and more women are falling prey to rheumatoid arthritis, currently afflicting between one and two million Americans, says a new study.

More women falling prey to rheumatoid arthritis


Areva in Richland sent its third shipment of radiation-protection supplies to Japan Friday.


Kia Motors has donated a mobile clinic in Ethiopia, one of the world's least developed countries, as a means to help improve maternal and infant health.


PEEL Holdings, one member of the consortium stalking Forth Ports, is to redevelop the former Shell refinery site at Irvine Bay in Ayrshire.


The National Weather Service issued a Special Weather Statement on July 18 that a strong thunderstorm is expected in Bowie this evening.


The New York City native MC, Smoke DZA, returns to the scene today with a dope new interview in which he plays '21 Questions'.


New scheme to slash energy bills Updated: 12:30, Monday December 17, 2012 Up to 25,000 low income households could have their power bills reduced under a carbon tax-funded scheme to improve energy efficiency.


The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office says an armed man apparently wearing a Hillary Clinton mask robbed a bank in Sterling.

Man wearing Hillary Clinton mask robs bank


Five people were fined at Belfast Magistrates Court on Tuesday, February 16, for drinking alcohol in a public place.

Five fined for drinking alcohol in public place


A bill aimed at limiting credit card solicitations on college campuses passed the House of Delegates on Friday.

Bill would limit credit card solicitations on college campuses


Abidjan - Ivory Coast strongman Laurent Gbagbo is negotiating his surrender, a diplomat said Tuesday after the United Nations and French forces bombarded military sites, backing Ivorian fighters who are trying to install the elected president.

Ivorian strongman Gbagbo 'negotiating his surrender'


Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Sunday said that the 15 th SAARC summit in Colombo had helped reduce tension with Afghanistan.

SAARC summit helped reduce tension with Afghanistan:


South Carolina Rep. Thad Viers has resigned amid accusations that he harassed an ex-girlfriend.


In a bizarre incident a man bit a snake, a cobra, to death in Rahama village under Rasulpur block in Jajpur district.


No one was injured in a Thursday morning wreck at the intersection of North Navarro Street and Crestwood Drive.


America's leading news agency, the Associated Press, reported on Monday night ``a person said to be familiar with the situation'' told it that Lance Armstrong had confessed to Oprah Winfrey during a pre-recorded interview that he used performance-enhancing drugs to win the Tour de France.

Lance Armstrong 'confesses to Oprah Winfrey that he used drugs'