Strong winds will hit the area north of Interstate 10 this afternoon, but they won't be as bad as Saturday's windstorm, according to the National Weather Service.

Strong winds hitting area north of Interstate 10


US Attorney John M. Bales announced today that a Kirbyville father and son have been sentenced to federal prison for environmental crimes in the Eastern District of Texas.

Kirbyville father, son sentenced to federal prison for Environmental crimes


How long, then, did it take me to write the roughly 10,000 words that comprise ``Checkpoint,'' the inaugural tale in The Warwick Files?

How long does it take to write 10,000 words?


Attorney General Eric Holder said Sunday the Taliban in Pakistan was ``intimately involved'' in the failed terrorist attack... and in fact, ``directed this plot.''

Holder says the Pakistani Taliban ``directed this plot''


German construction company and airport operator Hochtief AG said Friday that second quarter net profit fell 6 percent but that the order backlog increased to an all-time high despite the economic crisis.

German construction co. Hochtief net profit falls


Google has announced that it has updated its Google Docs client for Android, as well as for the Apple iPhone and the iPad.

Google updates Google Docs for Android, Apple iPhone, and iPad


A recently shuttered Highland Park food shelf has reopened under new management, thanks to a quick cash infusion from the United Way, a family foundation and the Franciscan sisters who had run it for two decades.


Rock icon DAVID BOWIE has paid tribute to his former bandmate TREVOR BOLDER after the bassist lost his battle with pancreatic cancer on Tuesday.

DAVID BOWIE pays tribute to TREVOR BOLDER


Crane Co., a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products, reported that first quarter 2012 earnings per diluted share increased 8% to $0.88 compared to $0.81 in the first quarter of 2011.

Crane Co. reports first quarter earnings


REDDITCH residents are being encouraged to watch their waist and their waste in a promotional drive to coincide with February's reopening of Abbey Stadium after a £6.5m refit.

Redditch residents encouraged to watch their waists and their waste


Entrepose Contracting SA, engaged in the design and construction of industrial projects in the oil, gas, and energy sectors, has acquired a 70% stake in CAPTRADE SAS, engaged in the procurement and sourcing of products and equipment for the oil and gas industry.

Entrepose Contracting acquires 70% stake in CAPTRADE


Bolivian President Evo Morales on Friday announced incentives for gas exploration, involving both the local governments and the central government, to guarantee the sustainability of gas supply in the country.

Bolivia announces incentives for gas exploration


Ipsen, an innovation-driven global specialty pharmaceutical group, today announced that its partner Roche has disclosed the results of a first phase III clinical study using Taspoglutide, the first human once weekly glucagon-like peptide-1 analogue originating from Ipsen's Research.

Roche discloses the results of first phase III clinical study using taspoglutide


Tajikistan on Saturday charged a BBC reporter with membership of a banned extremists group, after his arrest sparked global concern that he was being persecuted merely for opposing the regime.


Robert Pattinson revealed he lives a normal life sometimes, and isn't worried about life after Twilight.


Menelik Watson, one of the top JUCO offensive line recruits in the country, has committed to the Florida State Seminoles over the Auburn Tigers.

Menelik Watson commits to Florida State Seminoles over Auburn Tigers


Statistics New Zealand figures show visitor arrivals for January were the highest on record.


This 7-Eleven at 89th and Wornall Road has been robbed 13 times in 18 months.


After playing last season at the Tulsa Convention Center downtown, the 66ers announced Monday that they are moving back to the SpiritBank Event Center in suburban Bixby.

Tulsa 66ers moving back to SpiritBank Event Center in Bixby


Apple appears to be dropping ``Airport'' from its preferred vocabulary, instead adopting the more widespread ``Wi-Fi''.

Apple dropping ``AirPort'' for ``Wi-Fi''


A national plant health policy has been drafted by the Ministry of Agriculture to mitigate and avoid pest incursions, protect the health of people, plants, food supplies and livelihood, and save the country millions of dollars in the process.


In an incident straight from the famous Bollywood blockbuster ``Sholay'', two teenagers took on a dreaded dacoit, enabling villagers to beat him to death in Chhattarpur district of Madhya Pradesh.


Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has rubbished a torrent of rumours concerning star midfielder Dustin Martin, denying his off-field behaviour had drawn the interest of police.

Richmond coach Damien Hardwick rubbishes a torrent of rumours concerning midfielder Dustin Martin


Rand McNally proudly announces the promotional sponsors of the inaugural Best of the Road guide and Best of the Road Rally:

Rand McNally announces promotional sponsors for the inaugural Best of the Road??


Libyan rebels are smuggling weapons through Tunisia to fight Colonel Muammar Gaddafi's forces in western Libya, the BBC has learned.

Libya rebels 'smuggling weapons through Tunisia'


A grass fire was burning near Pocola, Okla., Thursday afternoon, where a plume of black smoke was visible over the city.


Dynamo magician impossible walks on water...and he does it.


A special police squad to take on street gangs will be deployed in targeted Montreal bars, streets and alleyways ``in the next couple of weeks,'' Claude Dauphin, public-security chairman for Montreal Island, said yesterday.

Special police squad to take on street gangs


Good Technology today announced the general availability of Good for Enterprise 6.0--a core component of Good Works.

Good Technology announces general availability of Good for Enterprise 6.0


The net profit of Kuwait Finance House dropped by 61% to KWD 72mn in Q2 of the year on provisions against bad loans, KFH said in a statement.

Net profit of Kuwait Finance House drops by 61% in Q2.


The owner of Detroit's legendary jazz club Baker's Keyboard Lounge has filed for bankruptcy, potentially signaling the end of the financially troubled club.

Owner of Baker's Keyboard Lounge files for bankruptcy


Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan departed from Ankara's Esenboga International Airport on Wednesday and headed to Albania.

Foreign Minister Babacan departs for Albania


Police divers are searching for a body in the icy cold water of the River Thames near Kingston bridge.

Police divers searching for body near Kingston bridge


``I feel so much more comfortable and confident when I step in the huddle,'' Michigan State quarterback Kirk Cousins said.


Shands at UF plans to reopen its liver transplant program in the next two months, according to hospital officials.

Shands to reopen liver transplant program


Blue Jays right-hander Shaun Marcum could miss his next scheduled start with a blister.


Toledo police shot and killed another dog in an overnight drug bust.


- The popular affinity travel and cruise company Sixthman has launched its own Internet TV channel, Sixthman TV.

Affinity travel company Sixthman launches own Internet TV channel


Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller will issue a special report today on the province's controversial eco fees.

Environmental Commissioner Miller to issue special report today on eco fees


Demi Moore has denied that she's getting back with her ex-husband Ashton Kutcher and insisted that the media actually twists her tweets.

Demi Moore denies getting back with Ashton Kutcher


RIM announced that its BlackBerry App World has topped 3 billion downloads, IntoMobile reports.

BlackBerry App World tops 3 billion downloads


Magellan Health Services Inc. announced that it has created a new pharmacy business unit.

Magellan Health Services creates new pharmacy unit


Crooner Michael Buble is planning to have two wedding ceremonies when he marries model Luisana Lopilato next year.

Michael Buble to have two wedding ceremonies next year


With his chances of a dream start to the season in tatters, Marshall, 26, was summoned to North Sydney Police Station at 2pm today and was later charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm.


Drug stocks retreated early Friday as shares of Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk A/S fell after its shares were downgraded by analysts at Jefferies & Co. The NYSE Arca Pharmaceutical Index dipped 0.7% to 316.39 and the NYSE Arca Biotechnology Index slipped 0.5% to 981.04, echoing the broader market.


UK stocks gained for an 11th day, the longest stretch of gains since 2004, as a rally in mining companies offset a sell-off in airlines after Ryanair Holdings Plc said earnings would be at the lower end of forecasts.


A federal grand jury in San Jose this week indicted a former Cisco engineer on computer hacking charges in a case that has already sparked a bizarre series of legal showdowns, including one involving a Canadian judge who blasted the networking giant and federal prosecutors in a ruling earlier this year.

Federal grand jury indicts former Cisco engineer


Arianna Huffington's metamorphosis from start-up diva to media mogul is only the latest in a series of audacious transformations, all of which rest on a crucial, if overlooked, constant: she is a sex symbol.


On 9 June 2008, UNESCO will host a strategic round table on ``Creating a Global Culture of Safety in Journalism.''

UNESCO is hosting a strategic round table on safety in Journalism


A host of stars including Vince Vaughn and Winona Ryder will honour Ron Howard on Saturday.

Host of stars to honour Ron Howard on Saturday


Santa Barbara-based BioIQ, which develops healthcare information technology, said Wednesday that it has raised $2.5M in a Series B funding.


UPS is dropping its $7 billion bid for TNT Express after the EU indicated it would block the deal on grounds that it would stifle competition.

UPS drops $7 billion bid for TNT Express


How tornadoes form is a fascinating process.


Indonesia has found 15 of the 74 Afghan migrants who went missing in treacherous waters en route to Australia, police said Saturday.

Indonesia find 15 Afghan migrants: police


Bond girl Gemma Arterton has said that she likes to be away from the Hollywood thin bug, and instead prefers to be more curvy.


Cotendo, a content delivery network and innovator of software-focused CDN technologies, today announced that the company has raised $7 million in Series B financing from Sequoia Capital and Benchmark Capital.

Cotendo raises $7 million from Sequoia Capital and Benchmark Capital


Iran Monday raised its earthquake death toll to 306, a day after rescuers called off the search for survivors from the rubble of their homes in the country's northwest, state media reported.

Iran raises earthquake death toll to 306


Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai arrived on Tuesday on a two day visit to India.

Afghanistan President Karzai arrives in India


Wahpeton native Angela Hennesey knew her network of family and friends in Wahpeton-Breckenridge would help her through a difficult pregnancy.


The rumors are true; actress Cameron Diaz and Yankees baseball player Alex Rodriguez have split.


In a brief statement issued ahead of The Canadian GP weekend, Mercedes said it welcomes the forthcoming FIA tribunal following its test with Pirelli at Barcelona.


Woods struggled to an opening 74, two over par, and again looked out of sorts in Charlotte, North Carolina.


A grizzly bear has apparently been killed by a train in the Middle Fork Flathead corridor.

Grizzly bear may have been killed by train


Chicago Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano said he won't miss a start after X-rays on his stiff neck were negative.


HISD has called off classes on one campus after carbon monoxide alarms went offAccording to the district, the alarms went off at Challenge Early College High School during construction that was going on at the Houston Community College campus.


Google Sites continued to lead as the most visited US web property in August with 161 million visitors, followed by Yahoo! Sites with 158 million visitors and Microsoft Sites with 130 million visitors, according to data from the ComScore Media Metrix service.

Google Sites leads as most visited US web property in August


Hibernian will sign Ghana centre-back Francis Dickoh on Tuesday August 31, subject to the player's completion of medicals.


Bank depositors, who have locked in money for tenure of less than one year, could be the major losers and earn negative interest rate on their fixed deposits if high inflation persists over a longer time.

Bank depositors to earn negative interest


KyLinTV today announced it has launched English channels with Sky Angel, a multi-channel provider of faith-based and family-friendly television and radio programming.

KyLinTV launches English channels with Sky Angel


A German engineer has reportedly been kidnapped by armed tribesmen in eastern Yemen.


Matthew Knowles, following his firing by his daughter Beyonce and rumors that he stole money, is finally publicly defending himself against all allegations.


A cop and a property dealer have, allegedly, raped a minor girl in a moving car in the national capital.

Cop, property dealer rape minor girl in moving car


This week it was announced that Swindon was to be the first ever twin town for Walt Disney World in Florida.

Swindon to be twinned with Walt Disney World Florida


Dallas GM Joe Nieuwendyk says the Stars will not re-sign goaltender Marty Turco, who just completed his ninth season with the team.


Karzai moves to prevent torture Updated: 23:03, Sunday February 17, 2013 Afghan President Hamid Karzai says all interrogation facilities need to be equipped with video cameras to prevent torture after a recent UN report said detainees were being abused.


Restaurant shares mainly rose after the Federal Reserve cut a key interest rate by a half-point point in a bid to steer the economy clear of a prolonged recession and spur economic growth.

Restaurant shares mainly rise after Fed cuts rate


Israel has started evacuating Jewish settlers from an unauthorised West Bank outpost, following a court order to dismantle the enclave.

Israel starts evacuating West Bank outpost


After more than four decades in the same family, an Orangeburg automobile dealership is being sold.

After decades, Orangeburg dealership being sold


Indian economy has increasingly been showing signs of maturity, resilience and growing competitiveness of the enterprise and it has been reflected in the economic management during the global fiscal crisis, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said on Monday.


Taipei, Aug. 31 Keelung Port in northern Taiwan set a record for daily cruise ship traffic in Taiwanese seaports Friday, with over 8,000 passengers boarding or disembarking in a single day.

Keelung Port sets record for daily cruise ship traffic


Buffalo Sabres leading scorer Derek Roy will miss the rest of the season after tearing his left quadriceps tendon.

Buffalo Sabres' top scorer Derek Roy to miss rest of season


Priyanka Chopra will pay tribute to veteran Bollywood actress Rekha, while Shahid Kapoor will perform on South songs at the IIFA awards this year.


Syrian troops continued their drive Saturday to retake rebel strongholds even as there were indications that diplomatic efforts to end the violence might be troubled just days after Western officials claimed a breakthrough.

Syria continues drive to retake rebel strongholds


Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt secretly got married without any of their friends or relatives being present at the big event.

Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt got married


A WOMAN has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a house fire this morning.


Robert Pattinson will not be playing Kurt Cobain in a new biopic about the late rocker's life, his agent's office tells X17online.

Robert Pattinson not playing Kurt Cobain in new biopic


Just as she's announced her retirement in music, BRIT award winner Lily Allen decides she wants to star in musicals?!


Sources Close to House Speaker Nabih Berri that he is set to launch renewed efforts to instill the current calm in Lebanon that President Michel Suleiman and Prime Minister Saad Hariri have been working on, reported the daily Asharq al-Awsat Sunday.


Forecasts for the Maritimes issued by Environment Canada at 16:00 adt Monday 18 March 2013.

Forecast for the Maritimes issued by Environment Canada


Julius Baer will open a representative office in Tel Aviv early next year, the Swiss private banking group said on Sunday.


Phil Jones has hailed Manchester United's ``incredible'' Robin van Persie after the Dutch striker netted his 12th Premier League goal of the campaign on Saturday.

Man utd defender phil Jones hails 'incredible' Robin Van Persie


An early morning fire shut down the Whataburger on East Highway 80 and Judge Ely Tuesday.

Early morning fire shuts down Whataburger


HURRICANE Hanna has weakened back into a tropical storm over the southeastern Bahamas islands but could regain strength and become a hurricane again during the day, the US National Hurricane Center said.


Honda Motor Co. says it will add two weeks to production slowdowns at its 11 North American factories due to parts shortages.

Honda says will add to production slowdowns due to parts shortages


The United States said Tuesday that North Korea has ``at least one other'' uranium enrichment site than that disclosed to US experts last month, saying the issue raised concerns.

Nkorea has at least one other uranium enrichment site:


Polls opened in Indiana for primary voters with only minor hiccups Tuesday morning.


The cyclonic storm in the Bay of Bengal, which weakened into a tropical depression, crossed the Andhra coast early Sunday near Kavali in Nellore district, triggering heavy rains and gales in the region.

Cyclonic storm weakens, crosses Andhra coast


Rapper Snoop Dogg is launching a new clothing line, Rich & Infamous, for men between 18 and 35 years of age.


It looks like Universal is making the bolder bet because we just found out that their Snow White and The Huntsman is the first of a three part trilogy.

'Snow White and the Huntsman' to be a trilogy


President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono at the State Palace here on Friday swore in 15 new Indonesian ambassadors to countries in different parts of the world.

President Yudhoyono swears in 15 new ambassadors


USDCAD bounces sharply to the upper boundary of the falling price channel on 4-hour chart.

Usdcad bounces to upper boundary of price channel


The Duchess of Cambridge has shown off her baby bump for the first time at a public event, saying she's nervous about giving birth.


The Thai embassy in Yangon will seek leniency for Thais who were sentenced to imprisonment in Myanmar for illegal possession of firearms and drugs, Foreign Ministry deputy spokesman Sek Wannamethee said on Wednesday.


Police investigate 'fake' Qld school bus Updated: 17:03, Monday April 22, 2013 A man who allegedly posed as a bus driver and picked up school children from a number of Gold Coast bus stops is being questioned.


Officials say a plane has crashed into Toledo Bend Reservoir in Sabine County.

Plane crashes into Toledo Bend Reservoir


Sioux Falls police are investigating the burglary of a storage unit and the apparent attempted burglary of several others, police spokesman Sam Clemens said.

Police investigating storage unit burglary


Vittorio Colao, chief executive of the Vodafone Group, the world's largest mobile phone company, said yesterday that Nigeria could be an interesting market for Vodafone.

Vodafone says Nigeria could be interesting market


Tensions rose Tuesday in Palestinian refugee camps in southern Lebanon after a series of bomb explosions in the past few days, which left no casualties but caused fear among the camps' residents.

Tensions rise in Palestinian camps in southern Lebanon


Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney was keeping his focus on President Barack Obama Friday as he stumped in South Carolina, leaving the Republican intra-party attacks to his new public ally, Sen. John McCain.

Romney focuses on Obama while stumping in South Carolina


Police today apologised to the relatives of a missing pensioner after wrongly identifying a body found near a pub.

Police apologise after wrongly identifying body


A Clarksville man was shot in the groin area Monday night during an alleged robbery.

Clarksville man shot in groin area during robbery


A group of students from the Southshore School for A-Level Studies visited Khuda ki Basti in Surjani Town on Friday.


PEI fishermen landed a record 273 giant bluefin tuna during the opening day of the 2010 season Monday.

Pei fishermen land 273 tuna on opening day


Barclays has said staff at a Salford call centre marked for closure later in the year will be offered jobs in Liverpool or Sunderland.

Barclays staff in Salford offered jobs in Liverpool and Sunderland


Firefighters early Wednesday afternoon found the body of a person in a burning home, a Tucson police spokesman said.


A 23-year-old Afghan journalist has been sentenced to death after being found guilty of distributing ``blasphemous'' material offensive to Islam.


Kellie Pickler and songwriter Kyle Jacobs announced their engagement.


Absolute Radio is planning to launch a digital radio station to broadcast live music events each evening after 7pm.

Absolute Radio to launch digital station for live music events


Australia, a key US ally, today welcomed the enhanced American presence in the Asia-Pacific, a day after the Pentagon announced it is shifting a bulk of its naval fleet to the region by 2020 under a new strategic focus on Asia.

Australia welcomes enhanced US presence in Asia-Pacific


Former Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria has been suspended from playing in his home country after his life ban in England for corruption while playing for Essex in the county championship.

Former Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria suspended from playing in his country.


Balance disruption performed in a laboratory ``inoculated'' people against falling on slippery floors, US researchers said.


West Virginia announced Friday that it would be leaving the Big East Conference for the Big 12.


Indian equities markets turned volatile around noon Friday, with a key index hovering between red and green terrains after making a positive opening.


The Scottsdale Treatment and Rehabilitation Services center remains closed for clients Wednesday, a day after a carbon monoxide leak caused the building near Osborn and Miller roads to evacuate, officials said.

Center remains closed after carbon monoxide leak


Pakistani police rescued 45 students found chained in the basement during a raid late December 12 on an Islamic seminary in the southern port city of Karachi, police said.

Pakistan police rescue 45 students chained in seminary


The Australian share market closed sharply lower amid falling commodity prices and fears of of spreading contagion from debt-ridden Europe.


Almost all swine flu centres in Canterbury will close on Tuesday, as the number of cases in the region declines.

Swine flu centres in Canterbury to close


An Oklahoma City man is on life support after nearly drowning in a retention pond.

Man on life support after nearly drowning


British TV chef Gordon Ramsay has been exposed as a love rat after he was caught cheating behind his wife Tanas back with Jeffrey Archer''s ex, according to reports.


Six al-Qaeda extremists were killed in an air strike in northern Yemen yesterday in a stepped-up government campaign against the Islamist group.

Six al-Qaeda extremists killed in air strike


Two serious crashes happen within minutes of each other in Springfield early Sunday morning.


Retail sales fell for the tenth month in a row, with a balance of 47% of retailers registering drops in the first two weeks of the year, according to the CBI business group's Distributive Trades Survey.

Retail sales fall for tenth month in a row


Breast cancer survivors often have a functional limitation, which doesn't hurt their cancer survival, but increases their risk of dying, researchers say.

Cancer survivors often have a limitation


US privately-owned housing starts rose to a seasonally-adjusted annual rate of 717,000 in April.


Lincoln County officials are hopeful that a move to join a regional revolving loan fund will spur new jobs in the region.

Lincoln County officials move to join regional revolving fund


The Paris premiere of the new Batman movie ``The Dark Knight Rises'' has been canceled after a gunman killed 12 people at a Colorado opening of the same film.

Paris premiere of new Batman movie canceled


Easter celebrations around the world The US Air Force says a bus and private vehicle have collided at a New Jersey military base, injuring 14 service members.

Vehicles collide at nj military base, injuring 14


Archeologists made a rare discovery at Tel Motza, to the west of Jerusalem, recently: evidence of the Jewish religious practices and rituals in the early days of the Kingdom of Judah.

Archeologists make rare discovery near Jerusalem


Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard formally launches Labor's election campaign in Brisbane on Monday, with opinion polls confirming Saturday's election is likely to be a cliffhanger.

Gillard formally launches campaign in Brisbane


An Eagan man has been charged with making terroristic threats after police say he pulled a gun on a man and threatened to ``shoot his eye out'' on July 4.

Eagan man charged with making terroristic threats


Two more dengue cases were reported from Talcher on Tuesday taking the total number of those affected to six.

Two more dengue cases reported from Talcher


The city of Huntington mourns a former mayor tonight.


Platinum Equity has acquired Quark, a provider of publishing software for professional designers and enterprise organisations.


A Greek soccer player committed suicide by jumping off a cliff after he was left out of the lineup for a cup match yesterday, the Athens News Agency reported.


A WOMAN who has suffered from Parkinson's Disease for 17 years says she ``is getting some of her old life back'', after receiving a revolutionary new treatment.


As fears of a pandemic of swine flu grow and deaths are confirmed in Mexico, we explain what swine flu is and how to protect yourself..


Capsaicin, the stuff that gives chili peppers their kick, may cause weight loss and fight fat buildup by triggering certain beneficial protein changes in the body, according to a new study on the topic.

Capsaicin may cause weight loss, fight fat buildup:


Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was charged on Thursday with felony gun possession for an incident last month in which he took a pistol into the NBA team's dressing room.

Gilbert Arenas charged with gun possession


Sunny skies and highs in the 60s and 70s were expected across much of Texas on Wednesday, the National Weather Service said.

Sunny skies expected across much of Texas


The 41st National Assembly has taken the worst tracks of its predecessors, Borislav Tsekov, chairman of the Institute of Modern Politics, told a news conference, FOCUS News Agency reported.

41st National Assembly takes worst tracks of its predecessors:


The latest buzz in tinsel ville is that Hrithik Roshan is busy doing social work these days.

Hrithik is busy doing social work these days


A new minor injury and illness centre has opened in Wirral as a one-year pilot scheme.

New minor injury and illness centre opens


Texas Tech suspended Mike Leach on Monday, Dec. 28, while the school investigated complaints from James and his family about how the coach treated the player after a concussion during the season.

Texas Tech suspends head coach Mike Leach


Trevor Mbakwe, a 6-foot-7 sophomore forward who left Marquette before the start of the school year and transferred to Miami-Dade CC, will visit Minnesota this weekend for Tubby's tip-Off.

Trevor Mbakwe to visit Minnesota this weekend


Police in McDuffie County are searching for black bear spotted near Thomson High School Tuesday afternoon.


The actor/comedian is king at the box office, taking in the top two films this weekend.

It's russell Vs. russell at the box office!


A woman was banned by a judge from Bibb County Tuesday after pleading guilty to two counts of keeping a place of prostitution.


The payroll tax cuts break for the Americans should be extended for one year, not for a short- term two months, US House Speaker John Boehner said on Monday.

Payroll tax cuts should be extended for one year:


Officials say a teenager has died in a South Carolina public pool and another child has been injured.


OLYMPIC heptathlete and gold medallist Denise Lewis paid a visit to Stevenage yesterday, to promote London 2012 and raise money for Comet charity of the year Tracks.

Olympic gold medallist Denise Lewis visits Stevenage


Authorities have identified a 19-year-old Marine found dead in his barracks room at Fort Meade.


Newsprint giant AbitibiBowater Inc. is continuing to reduce capacity in the face of declining North American demand.

AbitibiBowater continues reducing capacity


New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori on Friday admitted that India were the superior team in the ODI series and his side lacked consistency to challenge a strong and balanced opposition.

India were the superior team in the odis:


During tax-filing season, the Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of National Revenue, Minister of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway, is reminding Canadians to protect their personal information and protect themselves from becoming victims of fraud.

Minister Keith Ashfield reminds Canadians to protect themselves from fraud


Will Smith has reportedly donated 29 computers to a high school in Philadelphia after finding out that thieving students had stolen high-tech equipment.


With two more persons succumbing to their injuries in the hospital, the toll in the explosion at a cracker manufacturing unit near here has gone up to five even as three persons were arrested in the case, police said today.


Tamil Nadu has finally said no to all chewable forms of tobacco.

Tamil Nadu says 'no' to chewable tobacco


Hulk Hogan broke his silence, and broke down, on the ``Larry King Live'' on Tuesday.

Hulk Hogan breaks down on ``Larry King Live''


FoldMusic is a new tweak by Ariel Aouizerate that lets you create music playlist folders on your SpringBoard.

Foldmusic lets you create playlist folders on your SpringBoard


School begins today in Hartford in the afterglow of a second consecutive year of improved test scores in the long-struggling district.


Mike Pelfrey will likely undergo Tommy John Surgery on his right elbow and miss the remainder of the season, Terry Collins told reporters today.

Mike Pelfrey likely to undergo Tommy John Surgery


Reliance Chairman Mukesh Ambani has said at the power packed Institute of International Finance Summit that India can be a USD 5 trillion economy by 2025.

India can be a $5 trillion economy by 2025:


Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh admitted to differences with Shyam Saran, who quit as the Prime Minister's Special Envoy on Climate Change who has resigned.

Jairam Ramesh admits to differences with Saran


US markets slid early as oil prices dropped, falling to $71.55 per barrel, easing back from a high for the year above $72 per barrel.


Who rescues the Search and Rescue when they need it?


Darren Criss, a guest star on Glee who portrays the role of a student at a rival school who develops a special relationship with Kurt, will be seen more on Glee as he signed a new deal with Fox series' co-producer Twentieth Television.


Southwest Indiana towns were sandbagging along their levees Tuesday, bracing for major flooding as heavy rains that continued unabated threatened the possibility of evacuations if rivers rise as much as predicted.

Southwestern Indiana braces for major flooding


VMAC, manufacturer of compact air compressor systems for the mobile-mechanic, tire service, utilities and construction industries, has added a business analyst to its marketing department.

VMAC adds business analyst to marketing department


Liverpool FC legend Kenny Dalglish looks ahead to the Hillsborough Memorial Match in aid of the Marina Dalglish Appeal to be played at Anfield on Thursday May 14

Liverpool FC legend Kenny Dalglish looks ahead to the...


Rihanna has joked about her encounter with Irish farmer Alan Graham on the set of her We Found Love video, revealing she wanted to have sex on his tractor.

Rihanna 'wanted to have sex on a tractor'


The Ministry of Health is pushing for more Jamaican mothers to practice exclusive breastfeeding as it offers the best source of nutrition for babies, because of the many nutritional and other benefits that are derived from breast milk.

'' The Ministry of health is pushing for more Jamaican mothers to practice exclusive breastfeeding as it offer...


Hunter Mahan withdrew on Friday morning from the field of the Australian Open due to a sore shoulder.

Mahan withdraws from the Australian Open


A truck went off a bridge and fell into a Bath County creek early Wednesday morning.

Truck goes off bridge into Bath County creek


aka Mel B of The Spice Girls -- has given birth to a baby girl, according to People.com.


Microsoft founder Bill Gates has officially joined Twitter and is amassing followers quickly.


GMA Co-host Robin Roberts anchored her last show this morning, starting her medical leave a day early.


Goldman Sachs is retaining its Neutral rating on Green Dot Corporation, ``although we note that GDOT faces fewer regulatory concerns than other prepaid names as the company does not charge per transaction fees or partner with payday lenders/check cashers which appear to be focal points for regulators and the newly minted CFPB.''

Goldman Sachs retains Neutral rating on Green Dot


Parliament is reviewing its media policy, says a report in Die Burger.


American rock musician Courtney Love wants actor Ryan Gosling to play her late husband Kurt Cobain in an explosive new movie about his life.

Courtney Love wants Ryan Gosling to play Kurt Cobain


A nurse had her car clamped for five hours after using an elderly patient's private parking space, despite having an NHS permit on display.

Nurse had car clamped for five hours after using patient's parking space


The private sector is missing out on a key recovery tool by not making the most of flexible labour, according to Hays.

Private sector 'missing out on key recovery tool'


A group of Canadian swimmers won the Pan American Games crowd over Friday by wearing traditional Mexican wrestling masks before the women's 4x100-metre medley final.

Canadian swimmers win crowd by wearing Mexican masks


SmarTrend's candlestick pattern scanner has detected a bearish engulfing pattern for shares of IDT since the stock closed below $17.34.

Smartrend's candlestick scanner detects bearish engulfing pattern for IDT (IDT)


HAVANA, Cuba, Jul 30 Cuban deputies in the parliamentarian commission on Energy and Environment described as complex the situation of the soils in the island due to the current vulnerability of ecosystems.

Cuban deputies describe as complex the situation of the soils


Job losses in India will continue into the next year due to the global slowdown, but it will be at ``minimum'' levels, a top government economist said on Tuesday.


Children's Hospital of Illinois has received a community service award from Illinois Emergency Medical Services for Children.

Children's Hospital receives community service award


Steven Tyler says he's exiting ``American Idol'' to put rock `n' roll first.


Rory McIlroy flushes his 3 wood on the 18th hole at Quail Hallow and his ball sails past the DRIVES of both DA Points and Rickie Fowler in the first playoff hole


Former New York Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik has been released from a Maryland prison and is expected to return home to New Jersey.

Ex-nypd Commissioner Bernard Kerik released from prison


A BENEFIT cheat swindled almost £12,000 by claiming benefit while he and his partner were working.


It's abundantly clear to me, the NFL needs to tweak its playoff format a bit.


Belgian and Ukrainian Olympic show jumper Jean-Claude Van Geenberghe, 46, died suddenly on Saturday 9 May while competing at an event in the Ukraine.

Olympic show jumper Jean-Claude Van Geenberghe has died


``Pure mobile content is overinvested, but hardware is underhyped,'' said David Weiden, a partner at Khosla Ventures.


Pakistan is to become the biggest beneficiary of British aid, with a rise of up to 40 per cent in the money it receives from the taxpayer, says a report in The Times.

Pakistan to become biggest beneficiary of British aid:


On Saturday, attendance at the Expo Garden soared to a record high of 505,000.

Saturday attendance soars to record high of 505,000


The US dollar ended cheaper against the Rupee at Rs 46.54/55 per dollar and the Pound Sterling also finished lower at Rs 71.48/50 per pound at the close of the Interbank Foreign Exchange Market here on Monday.

US dollar ends cheaper against the Rupee


Syrian forces on Monday pounded the powderkeg city of Homs with rockets and mortars, killing 12 people and wounding dozens amid outrage over a Russia-China veto of a UN resolution to stop the violence.

Syrian forces pound powderkeg city of Homs


A Columbus teen denied involvement in a Buckeye Lake robbery during which a resident was tied up while his home was ransacked.

Teen denies involvement in Buckeye Lake robbery


British comedian David Walliams made his relationship official this past weekend, by marrying his Dutch model girlfriend Lara Stone.

David Walliams marries Dutch model Lara Stone


Mariah Carey claims she has gained a newfound ``respect'' for mothers, particularly those who give birth to twins, since she got pregnant.


Protesters on Monday overran several Libyan cities while regime stalwarts began defecting as the pillars of Muammar Gaddafi hardline rule were targeted in Tripoli amid reports he had fled the country.

Protesters overrun several Libyan cities


The Detroit Lions have signed veteran offensive lineman Melvin Fowler, with right guard Stephen Peterman likely sidelined by a right ankle injury.

Lions sign offensive lineman Melvin Fowler


Nation urged to support the disabled Updated: 08:57, Wednesday January 23, 2013 Australia is not doing enough to support its disabled citizens who remain invisible members of the community, the nation's greatest Paralympian says.


A frustrated Darren Clarke confessed that he was finding golf ``a huge struggle'' after enduring a disappointing day at US Open qualifying.

Clarke confesses he is finding golf 'a huge struggle'


Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leading RNAi therapeutics company, announced today that it presented new data related to its overall delivery research efforts including the rational design of Mimetic Lipoprotein Particles, or MLPs, a novel technology for the systemic delivery of small interfering RNAs, or siRNAs, the molecules that mediate RNAi.

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals presents new data related to its overall delivery research efforts


Eminem has compared his prescription drug habit to that of the late Michael Jackson, revealing he once took up to 90 pills a day.

Eminem compares drug habit to Michael Jackson's


Panzhihua Dinghao Solar Technology broke ground a 30MW solar cell project on January 18 in Panzhihua, Sichuan province scoh.com.cn reported January 20.

Dinghao solar breaks ground on 30MW cell project


A large sink hole has closed a Midlands road, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.


Sporting Clube de Goa became the second team to qualify for first division I-League after Lajong FC with a 2-0 win over local side Royal Wahingdoh in the final round of the second division competition.

Sporting Clube de Goa qualify for I-League


The Associated Press declared Obama the winner Thursday after canvassing counties in North Carolina to determine the number of outstanding provisional ballots.


HORNSEA face their closest Yorkshire Five promotion rivals when they host Stocksbridge at the Hollis Recreation Ground.


All LCBO stores will be closed on Monday, February 20 for Family Day, a statutory holiday under the Retail Business and Holidays Act.

All LCBO stores will be closed on Family Day


The southern Dutch city of Maastricht decided on Tuesday to move three of its popular cannabis cafes to the outskirts in a bid to cut problems with drug tourism, a city official said.

Dutch city to move three cannabis cafes to outskirts


The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club has added three new members to its board of directors and announced that Betty L. Mabee, a board member since 2002, will now serve in the role of director emeritus.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club adds three new members


Andrew, the CommScope, Inc. division that is a global leader in communications products and systems, is expanding its integrated cabinet product line for wireless networks with multiple size offerings that feature unique cooling techniques for added protection at lower cost.

Andrew expands its integrated cabinet line for wireless


CNN anchor John Roberts is profiled in Toronoto's Eye Weekly, and responds to the ``sixth estate''.

John Roberts responds to the ``sixth estate''


Ghanaian midfielder Seidu Yahaya is eyeing a European double with Maccabi Haifa when they tackle Hapoel Tel Aviv in the final of the State Cup on Wednesday.

Seidu Yahaya eyes double with Maccabi Haifa


While I disagree with Ron Johnson on some of his decisions, I believe he tried his very best and had the students' interests at heart.

Ron Johnson had students' interests at heart


Joanna Yeates' killer Vincent Tabak joked about her death to friends at a Bristol dinner party, a court heard yesterday.

Joanna Yeates' killer joked about her death at party


Britain's goods trade deficit with the rest of the world was wider than expected in April, after disruption to air traffic as a result of the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud hit both exports and imports, official data showed on Wednesday.The Office for National Statistics said Britain's goods trade deficit with the rest of the world widened to 7.279 billion pounds in April up from a downwardly revised 7.259 billion in March and the biggest since January.


The Mad Ants will make their prime time television debut this Monday, September 29 on The CW as the hit drama One Tree Hill begins a storyline featuring the NBA Development League's most recognizable team.

Fort Wayne Mad Ants make prime time television debut


Credit rating agency Standard & Poor's on Thursday cut its outlook on Sri Lanka to negative from stable.

S&p cuts outlook on Sri Lanka to negative


Gold prices topped $1,500 an ounce yesterday as investors looked for more stable assets because of worries about US government debt, European financial problems and inflation.


Burlington fire trucks will be allowed to speed again only one month after the start of a program to ensure they stay within the speed limit.


Michael Kors has been replaced by fellow designer Zac Posen for season 11 of Project Runway.

Michael Kors replaced by Zac Posen on 'Project Runway'


The government have strongly hinted that the supermodel Kate Moss may soon be legalised.


Buck-tooth singer Rabadaba is reportedly selling off his Kampala road based bar Babada bar hardly three months into the business.


Australia beat West Indies by 5 wickets Updated: 22:54, Friday February 8, 2013 Australia beat West Indies by 5 wickets in the one-day international at Sydney Cricket Ground today.


A man reaches out to touch names on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial following Veterans Day observances Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, in Olympia, Wash.


A video clip from a policeman's deposition may remain on YouTube because the city failed to justify why it should be taken down.

Clip of deposition may remain on YouTube


Sudden Republican front-runner Rick Santorum said Sunday he ``accepts'' that Barack Obama is Christian, a day after he appeared to challenge the US president's beliefs by saying he was driven by a ``phoney theology.''


Kevin Pietersen has confirmed his resignation as England cricket captain, saying his position was made untenable by speculation over his future.

Pietersen confirms resignation as England captain


The Dow Chemical Co. said Monday that it will hire 100 people for new, full-time manufacturing jobs at a Michigan plant.

Dow to hire 100 people for Michigan plant


Gladstone fishermen sue government Updated: 13:26, Monday January 30, 2012 Irate commercial fishermen and shop owners have joined forces to sue the Queensland government for more than $20 million.


Moscow, Aug 19 Russia has temporarily closed its borders with Georgia and Azerbaijan to all foreigners with the exception of Commonwealth of Independent States' nationals.

Russia closes borders with Georgia, Azerbaijan to foreigners


The White House is threatening a veto of a defense bill over provisions limiting President Barack Obama's authority on nuclear weapons and handling terrorist suspects.

White House threatens veto of defense bill


The value of the Spanish exports to Romania has doubled over the past four years, from 439 million euro to 883 million euro while imports from Romania exceeded 565 million euro in 2007, some 20% more than in 2004.


As of this week, Air France and Cyprus Airways are building on their existing cooperation to now offer a total of 20 daily codeshare flights.

Air France and Cyprus Airways will offer a total of 20 daily codeshare flights


US stocks have rebounded after Thursday's sharp fall, helped by a European leaders agreeing a 130 billion euro stimulus plan for the eurozone economy.


Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba is showing ``small signs of improvement'' but remains ``critically ill'' according to the London Chest Hospital where he is being treated.


The local Zumba instructors will be holding a fundraiser on Sunday for 3-year-old Marli Gerber at the Palmyra Community Center from 10 am to noon.

Local Zumba instructors to hold fundraiser on Sunday


Teen star Demi Lovato is reportedly hoping to be out of her treatment centre and home by Thanksgiving.

Demi Lovato hopes to be out of treatment centre by Thanksgiving


Bruno Mars, whose song ``Grenade'' currently sits atop the Billboard ``Hot 100,'' is reportedly going to plead guilty to cocaine possession charges stemming from his arrest this past September in Vegas.

Bruno Mars will plead guilty to cocaine possession


London, May 9 Actress Christina Ricci enjoyed her kissing scenes with actor Emile Hirsch for the movie ``Speed Racer'' and believes it is ``always good'' kissing her.


Bulgaria's Transport Ministry says two men rescued from a life raft in the Black sea are likely survivors from a sunken Ukrainian cargo ship.

Two men rescued from life raft in Black sea


The League Managers' Association has announced that Steve Clarke has left Liverpool, clearing the way for Brendan Rodgers to bring in his own assistant.


A baby elephant had drowned at the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage Saturday evening, officials said.


A local Red Cross volunteer heads to Montana to help with recovery efforts due to wildfires burning throughout the state.


A Cohoes man was arrested on Thursday and charged with stealing manhole covers and sewer grates from a number of locations in Troy.

Cohoes man charged with stealing manhole covers


Federal Minister for Interior Affairs, Rehman Malik on Thursday met with Muttahida Qaumi Movement Chief Altaf Hussain at MQM's International Secretariat in London.


File photo With the blessing of the Board of Education, Millburn Superintendent Dr. James Crisfield sent his letter to the state today officially opposing charter schools that could potentially draw students and money from Millburn-Short Hills.

Superintendent sends letter opposing charter schools


People.com is reporting that Josie Bissett will be returning as a guest star to ``Melrose Place,'' reprising her role as the complex's resident goody-two-shoes, Jane Andrews Mancini, in the upcoming CW series update.

Josie Bissett returns to 'Melrose Place'


Aucklanders most want a second harbour crossing when asked to set priorities for four major projects being discussed by candidates for the new super city council.


Pakistan's versatile actor and director Shamoon Abbasi is going to debut on big screen with upcoming film ``Bhai Log'', Fashion Central reports.


Chorus Aviation Inc. posted a record drop after the carrier reported profit that missed analysts' estimates and halved its quarterly dividend amid a dispute with Air Canada.


The White House says it is taking new steps to protect government secrets after the release of thousands of classified US diplomatic cables by the WikiLeaks website.

White House taking steps to protect government secrets


A new flow conditioner distributed by AMS Instrumentation & Calibration, called the VIP, is designed to neutralises flow profile irregularities.

Flow conditioner neutralises flow profile irregularities


After lay-off notices were issued KEPR learned more jobs will be coming to the Tri-Cities.


Bobby Brown, the ex-husband of Whitney Houston who many blame for her drug addiction, has been asked to stay away from the singer's funeral, it was claimed.

Bobby Brown 'asked to stay away from funeral'


Students all across the county celebrated the late Dr. Seuss' birthday by reading his popular children's books.


Homebuilder M/I Homes Inc. said Thursday it has begun a tender offer to buy back its 6.875 percent senior notes due in 2012.

M/I homes offers to buy senior notes due 2012


India and Nigeria will establish direct flights under a proposed bilateral air agreement which will lead to greater business transactions between the two countries, a top Nigerian minister has said.

India, Nigeria to establish direct flights


EA announced Friday that its division EA Mobile is bringing some well loved titles to the BlackBerry.


An Eastabuchie man was arrested on a drug charge Friday by Jones County deputies after county officials received tips from the public about suspected illegal drug activity.


Mumbai, March 8 Goa Governor SC Jamir will take additional charge of Maharashtra on Sunday in the wake of SM Krishna's resignation earlier this week.

Jamir to take additional charge of Maharashtra Sunday


Katy Perry has appeared on Sesame Street with legendary puppet Elmo for a new episode of the kids series.


Nicole Richie is NOT working on an album, as was previously reported this past weekend.


The biotechnology company Biogen Idec announced last week a major restructuring program that will refocus the company's research and development programs, consolidate facilities, and reduce its workforce.

Biogen Idec announces restructuring program


A public dispute over search warrants at Montreal city hall -- which has been building between the Sûreté du Québec and the administration of Mayor Gérald Tremblay -- escalated Thursday night.

Dispute over search warrants at city hall escalates


Bollywood director Anurag Kashyap has said that he prefers cinema to express his emotions, rather than theatre.


LONDON -Wales fought its way to a third Grand Slam in eight seasons on Saturday, beating France 16-9 in a Six Nations match more notable for atmosphere than entertainment.


A gang of thieves looted two shops, broke into a house and fled away with a Scorpio car and pelted stones at two houses on the wee hours of Saturday.

Thieves loot two shops, break into house, flee with car


The US unemployment rate held steady at 9.7 percent in February, a point below Oregon's jobless rate, the US Labor Department said Friday.


Specialist nurses save the NHS millions of pounds by contributing to reduced complications, fewer hospital re-admissions and the expert long-term management of conditions, says the Royal College of Nursing.

Specialist nurses ``could save NHS millions''


At least one CRPF jawan was injured as unidentified militants hurled a grenade towards a security camp at Amirakadal here on Wednesday, official sources said.

CRPF jawan injured as militants hurl grenade


- A commuter plane with 21 people aboard slid off the runway as it made an emergency landing at Louisville International Airport late Wednesday, The Courier-Journal reported.

Commuter plane slides off of runway in...


YOUR correspondent Bridget Gubbins equates the two wind turbines at Cramlington to angels, which is not quite how I would describe such useless bird mincing monstrosities.


A teenage patient was allegedly raped by a junior doctor at a government hospital in West Bengal's Bankura district, prompting hospital authorities to order a probe.


Philadelphia police said a pregnant woman was fatally shot early Thursday morning in the Frankford section of the city, but doctors were able to save her child.


Despite the recession, the Ravens will raise ticket prices by $5 to $15 per game next year.

Ravens to raise ticket prices by $5 to $15


The Hawks have told the University of Washington that the Huskies can play their home games at Qwest in 2010 if Husky Stadium is being renovated.

Huskies could play at Qwest Field in 2010


Manama May 05 Prince Andrew, Duke of York and UK's special representative for International Trade and Investment, arrived in Bahrain on a four day official visit during which he will meet senior officials and leading economic and business figures.


The Chicago Cubs have put pitcher Carlos Zambrano on the restricted list and placed lefty reliever John Grabow on the disabled list.

Cubs put rhp Zambrano on restricted list, place lhp Grabow on disabled list


A former Plano science teacher convicted of three child sex crimes was captured in New Mexico a week ago after hiding for two years.

Former Plano teacher captured after hiding for two years


In the backdrop of allegations of inferior quality fuel supply by Coal India at NTPC's plants, the government today said it would rework the coal sampling procedure.

Government says will rework on coal sampling procedure


Consumers, including those on a debt management plan, need to check the returns policy of any Christmas gifts they may buy to ensure they do not waste money.

Consumers need 'to check returns policy' on Christmas gifts


Criminals must pass a series of written tests to show they know the difference between right and wrong before they are released on indefinite probation conditions, the independent candidate in Nickel Belt is proposing.


A TODDLER survived a 2m fall from the world's tallest ferris wheel the Singapore Flyer after he landed on the safety net along with his stroller, Sin Chew Daily reported.


ADAM Johnson will make his first competitive start for England in this evening's Euro 2012 qualifier with Montenegro.

Johnson makes first competitive start for England


-based soldier from northwest Iowa has been killed in Iraq, his family said Monday.


Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe dismissed opposition claims of violence in state media on Saturday, remaining defiant in the face of Western criticism ahead of next week's tense run-off election.


Circuit City filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Monday in a move to make sure the struggling retailer will have merchandise on its shelves for the holiday shopping season.


Fenway residents will celebrate National Night Out Tuesday with block party in the West Fens.

The Fenway celebrates National Night Out


A city inspector accused of taking a bribe in exchange for passing inspections has lost his job.


The National Islamic Education Unit Council has reiterated the demand that Arabic be made an examinable subject at the Basic Education Certificate Examination.

Arabic should be made examinable subject --


Trustees have approved a budget for the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith that is up 4.86 percent for the upcoming fiscal year.

Trustees approve University of Arkansas at Fort Smith budget


Grindrod Bank, the financial services arm of leading shipping and logistics company, Grindrod Limited, reports that South Africa is managing to hold firm in the current global financial crisis, and that its economy is, in fact, in much better shape than many other national economies.

South Africa holding firm in the global financial crisis


Pakistani warplanes have pounded militant hideouts in the country's northwestern tribal region, killing at least 10 militants and wounding several others, Press TV reports.

Pakistani warplanes pound militant hideouts, killing 10 militants


Russia''s Ambassador to India Alexander Kadakin has said Tibetan leader Dalai Lama is expected to visit Russia as a spiritual leader and as a politician.

Dalai Lama to visit Russia as a spiritual leader:


Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger called a special session with the state legislature Dec.1, to declare a fiscal emergency and address California's deficit.

Schwarzenegger declares fiscal emergency


Two youths are being questioned by police after a drive-by shooting in Auckland this morning.

Youths questioned over drive-by shooting


Kaiser Permanente has opened a new state-of-the-art 352-bed hospital in Downey, which will provide high-quality, personal, and affordable healthcare in Southeast Los Angeles County for many years into the future.

Kaiser Permanente opens new hospital in Downey


Texas Governor Rick Perry will drop out of the GOP presidential race ahead of Saturday's South Carolina primary.

Rick Perry drops out of GOP race ahead of South Carolina primary


Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney raised more money in Michigan between April and June than did President Barack Obama.

Mitt Romney raised more money in Michigan than Obama


The American College of Radiology states that imaging cuts in the Obama Administration's deficit reduction proposal would restrict patient access to care and may actually raise Medicare costs.

Imaging cuts in deficit reduction proposal would restrict patient care, raise Medicare costs:


Prison staff have stopped a woman trying to bring drugs into Auckland Central Remand Prison.

Staff stop woman bringing drugs into Prison


With Byron Leftwich and Charlie Batch both expected to be available on Sunday, the Steelers could have a quick hook for Dennis Dixon if he struggles against the Titans, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Steelers to have ``quick hook'' for Dixon?


The British chair of the European Parliament's influential Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee, Sharon Bowles MEP, has said that ``David Cameron has played a dangerous game and lost.''

``Cameron has played a dangerous game and lost''


Governor Granholm will deliver her eighth and final State of the State Address.

Granholm to deliver state of the state Address


The Canyon, starring Will Patton, Yvonne Strahovski and Eion Bailey, opens in theaters Friday, October 23.

The Canyon starring Will Patton in theaters October 23


``Baywatch'' cast member Pamela Anderson is reportedly joining the motley crew of actors, models and a WWE wrestler at the ``Bigg Boss 4'' house.


AP Sports News Video A Cedar Rapids man accused of trying to kill his neighbors has been found competent to stand trial, which is now set to begin on April 1 in Linn County District Court.

Cedar Rapids man found competent to stand trial


Pregnant women should 'avoid crowded places' as an extra measure to reduce their risk of contracting swine flu, say experts.

Pregnant women 'should avoid crowded places'


Police are investigating the suspicious death of an elderly Parkdale woman after finding her body in a Spencer Avenue rooming house early on the morning of Monday, Feb. 11.

Police investigate suspicious death in Parkdale


Down frontman and metal icon Philip Anselmo issued a video update while smack dab in the middle of Hurricane Isaac in Louisiana.

Phil Anselmo issues video update during hurricane Isaac


Vodafone Qatar has launched mobile broadband services in the country with a range of flexible tariffs designed to lure price conscious customers.

Vodafone Qatar launches mobile broadband services


Feltl and Company has downgraded Volcano from Strong Buy to Buy and has reiterated its $33.50 price target on Volcano in a research report out today.

Feltl and Company downgrades Volcano to Buy


Openet, provider of transactional intelligence products to network service providers worldwide, has completed a USD 10.5 million funding round.

Openet completes USD 10.5 million funding round


The Royal Navy frigate HMS Montrose will join a NATO-led task group at the Horn of Africa and the Somali Basin for participating in counter-piracy operations.

HMS Montrose to participate in counter-piracy operations


LONDON -HAMAS is ready to talk to US President-elect Barack Obama but he must respect the Palestinian Islamist group's 'rights and options', its leader Khaled Meshaal said in an interview on Saturday.


London, Sep 25 Cage fighter Alex Reid is planning to write an autobiography which will reveal all the details of his relationships with fiancee Chantelle Houghton and ex-wife Katie Price.


A Hornell woman faces arson and insurance fraud charges stemming from an investigation of a Christmas Eve fire at her Hammondsport home.

Hornell woman faces arson, insurance fraud charges


Sinead O' Connor got married in a pink Cadillac in Las Vegas yesterday.

Sinead O'Connor marries in pink Cadillac


A blood test for small molecules abnormally expressed in pancreatic cancer may be a promising route to early detection of the disease, researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center report in the September edition of the journal Cancer Prevention Research.

Blood test for small molecules abnormally expressed in pancreatic cancer may be a promising route to early detection of the disease


McAfee announced that it has completed the acquisition of Reconnex for $46 million in cash.

McAfee completes acquisition of Reconnex


Konami has officially announced Silent Hill 8 at their E3 press conference today, with development taking place at Vatra Studios.


Stoke City striker Ricardo Fuller could miss the FA Cup final at Wembley with the Achilles injury he picked up in the 1-1 draw with Aston Villa on Saturday.

Stoke City striker Ricardo Fuller may miss the FA Cup final with Achilles injury


Serena Williams has withdrawn from the Australian Open due to a foot injury and won't be defending her title at the first tennis Grand Slam of next season.


Anne Hathaway talked marriage with her ex before he went to prison.


ANC Youth League president Julius Malema denied being a racist when he took the stand on a hate speech charge in the Equality Court on Wednesday.


The JSE ended flat on Thursday amid lacklustre trade, particularly in the afternoon session as investors ``put their foot on the break'' ahead of nonfarm payrolls data due Friday in the US, a local trader said.


A man has been detained for climbing over the White House fence, the US Secret Service said Tuesday.

Man detained for climbing over White House fence


The father of America's 2,000th military fatality in Afghanistan has paid a moving tribute to his fallen son, telling how he had been 'proud to serve his country'.


Governor Pat Quinn celebrated the 100th anniversary of Starved Rock State Park in Utica and proclaimed today ``Starved Rock State Park Day'' in Illinois.

Governor Quinn celebrates 100th anniversary of Starved Rock state Park


Instagram -- a famous free application on App Store has been updated to support facebook sharing.

Instagram updated to support facebook sharing


A Belgrade man is facing sex abuse charges after allegedly touching a child inappropriately and exposing himself.


Arsene Wenger has vowed to continue to give ``every drop of my blood'' to make Arsenal into winners.

Arsene Wenger is 'giving every drop of blood' for Arsenal


The latest homeless figures have ``grossly underestimate'' the real scale of the problem, according to Homeless charity Crisis.

Homeless figures 'grossly underestimated'


EACH year families in France throw out around €400 of food straight into the dustbin - and the government wants to halve this waste by 2025.


10:49 GMT, November 4, 2010 The US Navy will christen its newest attack submarine California, Saturday, Nov. 6, during an 11 am EST ceremony at Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding-Newport News, in Newport News, Va.

US Navy to christen submarine California


A blind Chinese legal activist who was suddenly allowed to leave the country arrived in the US, ending a nearly month-long diplomatic tussle that had tested US-China relations.


Willie Nelson will be avoiding jail time on his recent marijuana charge because the prosecutor didn't want to be mean to the legend.

Willie Nelson avoids jail time on marijuana charge


The Philippines said Thursday it would buy three naval helicopters from an Anglo-Italian manufacturer as part of its military modernisation programme amid a territorial dispute with China, AFP reports.

Philippines to buy three naval helicopters


There will be school closures coming to Ontario, but the government can't say how many schools will be shut down under proposed cuts in this week's budget, or which areas will be most affected.


Pakistan wants ``excellent relations'' with India even as the two countries work to address ``core issues'' like the Kashmir dispute, Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani said on Monday.

Pak wants excellent relations with India:


The rand was firm but range bound against major currencies in noon trade, still benefiting from speculation that India's Bharti Airtel might pitch an offer for local mobile services group MTN.


At least 11 civilians were killed in a bomb explosion on a passenger bus in central Sri Lanka on Saturday morning, a military spokesman said.

At least 11 killed in explosion on bus in central Sri Lanka


This agency, which helps needy families build homes, is holding an after-work recruiting event, ``Get Plugged In,'' Wednesday at the Habitat office, 912 Main St., Stroudsburg.


North Korea reopened a military hotline with the South today, a day after Washington and Seoul ended annual defence drills Pyongyang had called preparations for an invasion.


Independent publisher and developer Curve have announced a focus on PlayStation 4 development next generation and are offering a range of bespoke publishing services to indie developers looking to the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita as an alternative to the lack of independent support currently announced from Microsoft and the Xbox One.

Independent developer Curve announces focus on PlayStation 4 next generation


Synthetic fat substitutes used in potato chips and other foods contribute to weight gain and obesity, reveals study by the American Psychological Association.

Fat substitutes contribute to weight gain:


SEGA has released a new trailer for the Kinect exclusive, Sonic Free Riders, for the Xbox 360.

Sega releases new Sonic Free Riders trailer


The British Museum has been awarded the Art Fund prize and was selected over three other British institutions.


A Moorestown man has been accused of trying to use counterfeit money at a Burlington Township convenience store.

Moorestown man accused of using counterfeit money


San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum asked for $21.5 million in salary arbitration Tuesday and was offered $17 million by the club.

Giants ace Lincecum asks for $21.5 million


Josh Hamilton moved gingerly as he got to second base on last night's extra-inning double and afterward the reigning MVP admitted that he's been playing through a groin injury ``for a while.''

Josh Hamilton has played through groin injury ``for a while''


Montpellier edged Bordeaux 1-0 to snatch the lead in the French league from Paris Saint-Germain which salvaged a 4-4 draw with Lyon on Saturday.

Montpellier edges Bordeaux 1-0 in French league


European oil giant Total announced after the close on Thursday that it is offering to take a 60% majority stake in US solar company SunPower, paying up to $1.3 billion.

Total to take majority stake in SunPower


Kim Kardashian was reportedly giving Kanye West bedroom eyes at a Paris Fashion Week party earlier this month.

Kim Kardashian gives Kanye West 'bedroom eyes' at party


Recently, according to the Bureau of Quality and Technology Supervision in Guangdong Province, Zhongtian Lighting's ``diode'' won the honorary title of ``Guangdong famous brand product.''

Zhongtian Lighting won the honorary title - ``Guangdong famous brand products''


The Miami Heat announced Friday that guard Ray Allen has exercised his player option for the 2013-14 season.


A 26-year-old Manitoba model has died mysteriously in Milan, Italy, after falling off a balcony.

Manitoba model dies mysteriously in Italy


A 21-year-old man lost most of his hand in an industrial accident Thursday.


Every fall, RWC celebrates Hispanic culture on campus during National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15.

RWC celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month


He explains, ``I know it's a cliché but I want world peace.


Abhishek Bachchan, who plays the role of ACP Kamat in Rohan Sippy's upcoming film Dum Maaro Dum, during the promotion of the film in Patna told youths on Sunday, ``Khao, piyo, enjoy karo` and do everything, but `dum mat maro`!''


China strongly urges the both sides of the Korean Peninsula to keep calm and restraint, solve issues through peaceful dialogue and engagement, Wang Min said here Monday.

China strongly urges both sides of Korean Peninsula to solve issues through peaceful dialogue


The oil spill, early this month, in the White Sea's Kandalaksha Bay is posing a major threat to the nature reserve, nearby.

Oil spill is posing a major threat to the nature reserve


The Cowboys will welcome some 50 former players to today's practice against San Diego as part of an alumni day at Cowboys Stadium.


The French Treasury Agency sold a total of EUR7.519 billion of treasury bills, or BTFs, at its weekly auction Monday, it said.

France sells total EUR7.519 billion treasury bills


Who were the ``evangelists'' in the early church and what did they do?


NJ decides to tax medical marijuana New Jersey officials say they're going to impose sales taxes on medical marijuana.


Federal parliamentary secretary for information and broadcasting Muhammad Azeem Khan Daultana said on Wednesday that difference of opinion was the beauty of democracy and minor differences among coalition partners was not a big issue.

Difference of opinion is beauty of democracy:


Birmingham City extended their unbeaten run to six games as two Sebastian Larsson free-kicks helped them come from behind to sink Wigan Athletic at the DW Stadium.


Beijing TV's Zhang Xiaoyan meets a farmer in southern China who builds his own robots.


Jimmy Meng, a former Flushing state assemblyman and father of current Assemblywoman Grace Meng, was arrested on charges of wire fraud in an FBI sting operation after he accepted a fruit basket containing $80,000 in bribery money Tuesday afternoon at his Flushing-based company, according to federal prosecutors.

Jimmy Meng, father of Assemblywoman Grace Meng, charged with wire fraud


A DOCTOR who is retiring after 32 years in the business has never had to take a day off sick.

DOCTOR retires after 32 years without a day off sick


Los Angeles, June 28 Actor Channing Tatum, who admits he was never a good student, says he never even planned to become an actor.


A Salina man shot himself in the toe Thursday morning while cleaning his gun in his home, a police department spokesman said.

Salina man shoots toe while cleaning gun


Somali pirates attacked a tanker in the Gulf of Aden on Saturday, but NATO forces chased them down and freed 20 Yemeni fisherman the pirates were holding on another hijacked boat.


Hamburg - Former Bundesliga coach Joerg Berger has died, it was announced on Thursday.


One of Southern Colorado's largest landowners announced Tuesday that he's putting 21,000 acres into a perpetual conservation easement.


A former Bemidji elementary school teacher who was accused of sexual conduct with more than one child was found dead today.

Bemidji teacher accused of sexual conduct found dead


An early heads up has helped Aaron Cruden ease into the All Blacks number ten jersey for tomorrow night's test against Argentina.


``It is too early to talk about resurgence, we've won only a couple of games and there is still a long way to go,'' team's coach Ottis Gibson said.

Too early to talk about windies resurgence:


A female resident of Grand Bahama who wishes to remain anonymous is urging caution among members of the Grand Bahama community to be careful when walking the streets.

Residents urged to be careful when walking the streets


ITC Holdings Corp. today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend on ITC common stock of $0.32 per share payable on June 15, 2010, to shareholders of record on June 1, 2010.

ITC Holdings Corp. declares dividend to shareholders


The Centre will continue to help the West Bengal government in its efforts to resolve the Darjeeling crisis despite the Left's withdrawal of support to the UPA government, External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee has said.

'Centre will continue to help wb to resolve Darjeeling crisis'


New York Mets defeated Atlanta Braves 1-0 at the Citi Field in New York City, New York on Thursday, April 5 in their regular season encounter of the 2012 Major League Baseball.

New York Mets defeat Atlanta Braves 1-0 --


A ``fake'' Togo national team played against Bahrain in an international friendly last week, prompting an investigation from the African nation's sports ministry and FIFA.

'Fake' Togo team played Bahrain in friendly


Seattle Mariner catcher Kelly Shoppach, a Fort Worth native, graduate of Brewer High School, and former Baylor Bear, has been designated for assignment by the Seattle Mariners.

Catcher Kelly Shoppach designated for assignment


Seven sheriff's deputies from across New York State will be honored today and five of them are from Monroe County.


Former President Pervez Musharraf was today formally arrested and remanded to judicial custody for a fortnight over the 2006 killing of Baloch nationalist leader Akbar Bugti.

Musharraf arrested; remanded to judicial custody for fortnight


On December 15, Brown Eyed Soul released their second live album.

Brown Eyed Soul releases second live album


Sri Lanka began exploring for oil on Saturday in the island's northwestern Mannar basin, Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa said.


Woman gives birth alone in NSW hospital Updated: 21:48, Thursday February 21, 2013 Budgets cuts are to blame for 'an incredibly distressing' case where a woman was forced to deliver her own baby in a Sydney hospital, the NSW opposition says.


Panaji, Sep 7 Modern day living leaves huge carbon footprint in the atmosphere that in turn adds to the global warming, said an environment expert.

Modern living leaves huge carbon footprint:


The leader of the Opposition Labour Party, Ed Miliband, has said that he will join those protesting against the Coalition government's ``cuts'' in public spending.

Ed Miliband to join protest against government cuts


Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Cincinnati, has been assigned a patent developed by four co-inventors for an ``endoscopic surgical instrument having a rotational actuator.''

Ethicon Endo-Surgery assigned patent for endoscopic surgical instrument having a rotational actuator


London, Jun 19: ``Diff'rent Strokes'' star Gary Coleman was cremated in Utah in a private ceremony, three weeks after his death.

Gary Coleman cremated in private ceremony


AM Best Co. has redesigned the presentation of its insurance methodology, Best's Credit Rating Methodology --

AM Best redesigns the presentation of its methodology


``Today I would like to invite you to be an example of the believers in faith and in purity -- two principles required for salvation,'' she said.

Sister Mary N. Cook: 'be an example of the believers'


A Dickinson construction firm recently filed a lawsuit to recover more than $3 million for problems it encountered during a state park project.

Dickinson firm files lawsuit to recover $3 million


A DC fire official says about 75 people, including 25 children, have been temporarily displaced after a small fire at an apartment building.

75 people temporarily displaced after small fire


Republican vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin is accusing Democrat Barack Obama of ``palling around with terrorists'' for his association with a former 1960s radical.

Palin accuses Obama of 'palling around' with terrorists


BT is doubling download speeds for Infinity broadband customers from Thursday.

BT doubles download speeds for Infinity broadband


One of several owners of a building in Gunbarrel found swastikas spray painted on two exterior walls early Tuesday, and Boulder police are investigating whether the site was targeted becasue one of the owners is Jewish.

Boulder police investigate swastika graffiti


The forthcoming Nokia Lumia 510 has been caught in the wild, again.

Nokia Lumia 510 caught in the wild, again


Baffinland Iron Mines has submitted its final environmental impact statement for a proposed mine on northern Baffin Island.

Baffinland submits environmental impact statement


The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Information and Culture, Mian Iftikhar Hussain has said that mother languages playing a basic role in recognition and development of the nations adding that the nations having no language or culture vanished from the horizon.

'Mother language plays role in development'


New Zealand runner Nick Willis' return from injury stepped up a gear today when he won the 1500m at an international athletics meeting in Milan, Italy.


ARISTA NASHVILLE artist CARRIE UNDERWOOD will be featured in an upcoming one-hour ``DATELINE'' 20th Anniversary Special next TUESDAY at 9p on NBC-TV.

CARRIE UNDERWOOD to be featured on 'DATELINE' special


TURKMENISTAN will end its seven-year ban on opera and the circus introduced by the Caspian nation's former eccentric leader, state media reported.


A lit candle is being blamed for a fire that destroyed one apartment unit and damaged two others Friday morning at Lamar Park Apartments in Richmond.

Candle blamed for fire that destroyed apartment unit


South Africa batting legend Barry Richards said he will cherish what he called the ultimate accolade after receiving a commemorative cap to mark his induction into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in Perth on Friday.

Barry Richards cherishes ``the ultimate accolade``


HB Fuller Company has finalised the purchase of Plexbond Quimica S/A, a provider of chemical polyurethane specialties and polyester resins based in Curitiba, Brazil.

HB Fuller finalises purchase of Plexbond Quimica


Venezuelan youth orchestras that teach poor children classical music could soon match the world's best ensembles and will spawn new global stars, but are hard to copy in rich nations, a top conductor said.

Venezuelan orchestras could soon match the world's best ensembles


News Channel 8 is adding a 4:30 am newscast with Alicia Roberts, Rod Carter and Leigh Spann.


Classical singer Girija Devi, who has elevated the profile of 'thumri', will be honoured with the Tana Riri award by the Gujarat government.

Girija Devi to be honoured with Tana Riri award


MELBOURNE, Australia -The Melbourne Victory have sacked coach Ernie Merrick, ending a six-year tenure which saw the club twice win Australian football's A-League.


The AAGL, a medical specialty society of over 5,000 gynecologic surgeons has advised that most hysterectomies, which are performed to treat benign disorders of the pelvis, should be performed vaginally or laparoscopically rather than abdominal incision, as it reduces morbidity and facilitates a faster recovery period.

Hysterectomies should be performed 'vaginally or laparoscopically'


The Mellitah oil and gas complex, 22 kilometres west of Zawia, was attacked early this morning by an armed group.


The State Security Service on Wednesday said that the government is winning the fight against the Boko Haram sect despite the increasing waves of bomb attacks in some cities in the northern part of the country.

We are winning the fight against Boko Haram --


San Antonio-based web host Rackspace has launched its Initial Public Offering, it was announced Thursday.

San Antonio-based web host Rackspace launches Initial Public Offering


Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University launched a Suggestion scheme e-hotline designed to communicate with the community, learners and employees of HBMEU.

Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University launches a suggestion scheme e-hotline


Citigroup has downgraded Gujarat Pipavav Port to 'neutral' from 'buy' and marginally reduced the target price to 80 rupees from 81 rupees citing strong stock performance over the last six months and cautious outlook for bulk volumes.

Citi downgrades Gujarat Pipavav to 'neutral' from 'buy'


Security incidents are on the rise at Waikato courts but a nationwide upgrade will see only one extra security officer spread across the region's seven courts.

Security incidents rise at Waikato courts


Singapore shares closed 1.75 percent lower Wednesday after a sharp fall in Chinese stocks prompted selling by local investors, analysts said.

Singapore shares close 1.75 percent lower


Goat, water buffalo and donkey meat have been found in food products including sausages, ``dried meats'', burger patties, and mince, according to a study by scientists at Stellenbosch University.


Italian broadband operator Fastweb and broadcaster Sky Italia agreed to bundle their services in a new push to win customers in the competitive Italian market, a source close to the companies said on Monday.

Fastweb, Sky Italia agree to bundle services - source


An Egyptian college student pleaded guilty Wednesday to making a video demonstrating how to build a remote bomb detonator to help terrorists kill enemies including American soldiers.


Abercrombie & Fitch Co. said Friday that its fourth-quarter profit fell by more than 68 percent but still beat analysts' expectations.


Just one day after declaring the Horn River natural gas shale play one of the largest gas finds in the North America, EnCana Corp. reignited its plans to split itself in two, with one company focused on harvesting gas and the other on oil sands and refining.


``For today`s trade, Nifty is likely to trade in the range between 4,870 & 4,920 in the upper side and 4,820 & 4,770 in the lower side,`` said the broking house Indira Securities.

Nifty may trade in range of 4,870 & 4,920:


East Ridge is shifting its health insurance coverage for workers to BlueCross BlueShield, City Manager Tim Gobble said.

East Ridge shifting insurance coverage to BlueCross;


A FAMILY from Alvingham were injured in a car crash on the A16 at Dalby, near Spilsby.


A top US security official warned Europe on Thursday that it faced a persistent terror threat, EU ministers said, after French officials cited earlier US intelligence claiming militants could strike European targets.

US warns Europe of persistent terror threat


Sandra Bullock has made box office history by becoming the first female star to see her movie leap past the $200m mark.


The Wire star Robert F. Chew has died at the age of 52.


Armenia's President Serge Sargsyan has hosted Armenian-born Argentine businessman Eduardo Eurnekian, Cabinet's press office reported.

President Sargsyan hosts Eduardo Eurnekian


Fluoridation of the Port Macquarie-Hastings water supply, as directed in August 2004 by the NSW Department of Health, will now start on Monday.


A Lakewood police officer was injured in an overnight crash near Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Lakewood police officer injured in crash


A stock investor committed suicide in Chittagong city Thursday three days after one in the capital died due to incurring huge loss in share business.


Susan Boyle would be a perfect guest star on Glee, one of its creators has said.


New York transportation Commissioner Astrid Glynn has resigned and will leave the job May 8.

New York transportation Commissioner resigns


Thai criminal court on Tuesday issued arrest warrants for 14 protest leaders including ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra, Thai media reported.

Thai court issues arrest warrants for 14 protest leaders including Thaksin


General Motors unveiled details of its restructuring plan yesterday .

General Motors unveils restructuring plan


US rock band Black Veil Brides say their third studio album, due for release in January, is based on ``the idea of fear and shadows''.

Black Veil Brides' album is based on 'fear and shadows'


A Madison man on Monday was sentenced to 20 years in prison for producing child pornography.

Madison man sentenced for producing child pornography


World leaders are gathering in Washington, for the Nuclear Security Summit, scheduled for Monday and Tuesday.

World leaders gathering for nuclear security summit


Shortstop Troy Tulowitzki has agreed to a seven-year contract extension with the Colorado Rockies in Major League Baseball.


Authorities have returned the passport of ex-IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn, once accused of sexually assaulting a New York hotel maid, BBC News reports.

Authorities return passport to Dominique Strauss-Kahn


Specialty Group Pty Ltd is proud to announce that its Specialty Cinema division has been achieving outstanding results with its proprietary cinema screen cleaning method.

Specialty cinema achieves outstanding result with proprietary screen cleaning method


BMW, the world's largest premium carmaker, is recalling about 1.3 million cars for repair worldwide due to a possible problem with a battery cable cover in the car boot, the carmaker said on Monday.


The Ministry of Energy, Water and Communications says it will offer 3,000 job and training opportunities to Information Technology graduates this year.

3,000 job opportunities for it graduates


AirCare has been called to a crash involving a school bus and another vehicle in Dearborn County.

Aircare called to crash involving school bus


The source of a rainbow oil sheen 130 miles southeast of New Orleans first reported Wednesday remains undetermined, according federal spokespersons on Thursday.

Source of rainbow oil sheen 130 miles southeast of New Orleans remains undetermined


LogicaCMG is creating a new Outsourcing Services division, which will become operational in 'key' European geographies from Q1 2008 and will be in place across the whole organisation by 2009.

LogicaCMG creates new outsourcing Services division


Local government offices and public services in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes are closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day.

Local government offices to close for Memorial Day


Red Cross chief demands access in Syria Updated: 13:56, Saturday February 2, 2013 The head of the International Committee of the Red Cross has called on all sides of the Syrian conflict to help his organisation access more of the war-ravaged country with desperately needed aid.


French actor Olivier Martinez has confirmed that he and Oscar winner Hollywood actress Halle Berry are engaged to be married.

Olivier Martinez and Halle Berry engaged:


East Timor's president Jose Ramos-Horta has announced he will step down in May after failing to win re-election.


Ant and Dec have vowed to help their old pal Paul Gascoigne, who is battling with alcoholism.

Ant and Dec to help Paul Gascoigne battle alcoholism


Jade told housemates ``I have cancer'' after the devastating news was broken to her in the diary room of the show's Indian version.


Los Angeles 'High School Musical' star Zac Efron says Taylor Swift is a great teacher after he received lessons in guitar from the country music star.


Iran could live with an oil price as low as $5 per barrel, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was quoted as saying yesterday, in comments at odds with the views of the IMF and economic analysts.

Iran could live with oil price as low as $5:


Farmers march with a cow during a demonstration in front of the national assembly in central Seoul September 12, 2012.

Farmers march with a cow during a demonstration in central Seoul


Facebook has been ordered to hand over its source code, yet again, after an apparent patent infringement by Facebook on Leader Technologies' patent for ``associating a piece of data with multiple categories''.

Facebook ordered to hand over source code


Grand Forks officials are questioning new census estimates that show the city has lost population.

Grand Forks officials question census estimate


Pakistan today demanded an ''apology and explanation'' from the US for drone strikes in its tribal belt that Pakistani officials said killed 41 people, including members of a tribal jirga and personnel from a government militia force.

Pak demands apology from US on drone strikes


HOLLYWOOD superstar Colin Farrell has said he would be dead today if it wasn't for his six-year-old son James.


The North East has the lowest average household income in the UK, according to new figures.

North East has lowest average household income


A man has been charged with manslaughter following a double fatal crash in Auckland last December.

Man charged with manslaughter over double fatal crash


First Merchants Corporation Michael Rechin, President and Chief Executive Officer and Mark Hardwick, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer will present at the Macquarie Small- & Mid-Cap Conference on Tuesday, June 15 at 2:00 pm Eastern in New York, New York.

First Merchants Corporation to present at the Macquarie Small- & Mid-Cap Conference


A MAN has been charged with sexual assault and a number of other offences in Worcester and Upton last week.


BRITAIN and Ireland ``need each other more than ever'' amid the global financial crisis, British deputy prime minister Nick Clegg will say in Dublin today.

Britain and Ireland need each other more than ever:


Rachel Zoe has lost yet another assistant as Brad Goreski has decided to go out on his own after spending a few years learning from the celebrity stylist.


Bond has been set at $40,000 for a Cook County correctional officer accused of plotting to sneak cocaine and marijuana into the county's jail.

Bond set at $40,000 for Cook county officer


Shaun Barker admits he struggled to settle at Derby County but says he is starting to show some of his best form.


Job openings in the US decreased in April for the first time in three months, showing companies started to lose confidence in the expansion's durability even before hiring slumped in May.

Job openings in US decreased in April for first time in three months


New Mexico is launching a campaign to improve pedestrian safety and it calls for police enforcement blitzes of a law requiring motorists to yield to people in crosswalks.The state Department of Transportation plans to outline the campaign Thursday afternoon in Santa Fe.Police in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Farmington and Gallup will target i...

Nm launches campaign to improve pedestrian safety


The Party and State have always paid great concern to people's health care, affirmed State President Nguyen Minh Triet on August 28.

Party and State always pay great concern to people's health care:


A puzzle in the control of cell division, one of the most fundamental processes in all biology, has been unravelled by Oxford University researchers.

Puzzle in the control of cell division unraveled


A ship carrying sulfuric acid capsized on the Rhine River in Germany early Thursday and two crew members were missing, China's Xinhua news agency quoted authorities as saying.

Ship carrying acid capsizes on Rhine in Germany


A former Continental teacher has been indicted on 15 separate counts related to child pornography.


Abhishek Bachchan, who is all geared up for the release of ``Drona'' this week, says he doesn't mind being overshadowed by his wife Aishwarya Rai.

``I don't mind being overshadowed by Aishwarya''


BP is ready to switch caps at the wellhead of the gushing Gulf of Mexico leak to create a hurricane-ready system that can capture more oil, the top official overseeing the spill response said today.


European stocks dipped Thursday but were still set for a first quarter rise, after three months in which the global recovery outshone the eurozone debt crisis and Middle East unrest.


An upper caste man who reportedly forced a 12-year-old dalit boy to carry his footwear on his head and paraded him in a village in the district last week.

Man forces dalit boy to carry footwear on head


Saudi Arabia has issued global arrest warrants for 47 suspected al-Qaeda militants believed to be hiding in Yemen, Afghanistan, Pakistan or Iraq who it said had tried to build terror cells inside the top oil exporter.

Saudi Arabia warrants out for 47 al-Qaeda militants


Investors appear to be warming to securitizations of problem loans, such as those that originated between 2005 and 2008, says Jeffrey Taylor, managing director of Digital Risk.

Investors warm to securitization for problem loans


Al Habtoor Leighton Group has won a $2.4bn contract, the biggest single building deal ever awarded in the Gulf, for the construction of Dubai Pearl, a development planned opposite Palm Jumeirah.

Al Habtoor Leighton wins $2.4bn contract


A Portland High School teacher has been charged with statutory rape by an authority figure.


Patient panel characteristics are linked to quality ratings of primary care physicians, according to the results of a study reported in the September 8 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Patient panel characteristics linked to quality ratings of primary care physicians


A major automotive provider has selected Baton Rouge as the site for a regional distribution center.


PROUD mum Bella, a four-year-old labrador, has joined a rare group after giving birth to a massive 15 pups.

Bella the labrador gives birth to 15 pups


A new 1.5km trail is planned at the Kielder Water and Forest Park in Northumberland.


The Montana Highway Patrol says a 61-year-old Conrad man has died in a motorcycle crash on Rogers Pass on Montana Highway 200 east of Lincoln.


Comcast Corporation, one of the nation's leading providers of entertainment, information and communication products and services, announced today that it has promoted William E. Dordelman to Senior Vice President and Treasurer.

Comcast promotes William E. Dordelman to Senior Vice President and Treasurer


In its second match of the day at the Hurricane Invitational, the Rutgers volleyball team picked its second win, beating Wofford in five sets in the first ever meeting between the schools.

Rutgers volleyball beats Wofford in five sets


I have laughed and cried over some of the things the National Party government and the present ANC have done, but nothing compares with the present crass stupidity and incompetence over the present power problem, blackouts, load shedding, whatever.

Nothing compares with crass stupidity and incompetence


As part of a five-month project to repair 1.2km worth of gas mains in the Church Street area, traffic restrictions have been introduced from now until July 4.


Championship side Leeds Carnegie have appointed former British and Irish Lions coach Sir Ian McGeechan as their new executive chairman.

Leeds Carnegie appoint Sir Ian McGeechan as chairman


Prince Harry is said to have partied ``like a rock star'' at the royal wedding reception.

Prince Harry 'partied like a rock star at reception'


Cash transit fares will increase by five cents on Jan. 1, followed by an extra 20 cents on June 1.


Today, Digital Realty Trust announced that it has acquired two fully-leased data centers in California and Texas for $50.3 million.

Digital Realty Trust acquires two data centers


Jaime King has signed on to star in Mother's Day, Darren Lynn Bousman's remake of the 1980 Troma slasher pic.


Mumbai, Aug 19 Manisha Koirala treated late cinematographer Ashok Mehta as her mentor, guide and philosopher and says she did good films because he guided her.

I did good films because of Ashok Mehta:


Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Friday welcomed industrialists in the Vibrant Gujarat summit, a yearly event to facilitate interaction of the government with investors.

Modi welcomes industrialists in Vibrant Gujarat summit


After a strong start, the Indian rupee turned weak and ended 25 paise lower at 50.63/64 against the greenback today on heavy dollar demand from banks and some major corporates amid negligible capital inflows.

Rupee ends 25 paise lower at 50.63/64 against dollar


The IMF still expects the EU to resolve the Greece debt crisis even though the country is considering resorting to the Fund for a bailout, an IMF spokeswoman said Thursday.

IMF expects EU to resolve Greece debt crisis


Microsoft has announced that it is launching a preview of Skype for Outlook.com starting in the UK.

Microsoft launches preview of Skype for Outlook.com


Phoenix Coyotes forward Raffi Torres, according various reports, has been suspended indefinitely by the National Hockey League pending an in-person visit with league officials Friday.

Coyotes' Raffi Torres suspended indefinitely


02/14/2012 The United Nations aviation agency has launched a video contest to try to get young adults interested in the airline industry, warning that a worldwide pilot shortage looms.


Zsa Zsa Gabor celebrated her 95th birthday last night in her Beverly Hills home.


Nicki Minaj has deleted her Twitter account after a row with a fan who posted snippets of her album online.


NASA hopes to send experimental rockets into orbit from Virginia's Eastern shore.

NASA to send experimental rockets into orbit


A 24-year-old man suffered a fractured skull in a fight involving about eight people outside The Ship pub in Victoria Street, Caister, The victim, who was found unconscious in the street, was taken to Gorleston's James Paget University Hospital for treatment.


Silver Creek made history Saturday night, and it did so with an exclamation point.


Amtrak says it has canceled all Tuesday service in the Northeast due to high winds and heavy rain from Hurricane Sandy.

Amtrak cancels Tuesday service in Northeast


``Ryan said he and former Boston College basketball player Sarah Marshall, who have been dating for about seven years, are engaged. Ryan said he and Marshall will marry sometime in the offseason.''


Animal Crossing 3DS will feature its very own garden centre, reports Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu.

Animal Crossing 3DS features a garden centre


A dog walker received an unexpected surprise yesterday when he wandered into the middle of a 100mph motorcycle race during a Sunday afternoon stroll.

Dog walker wanders into 100mph motorcycle race during Sunday afternoon stroll