A US soldier was killed on duty in southern Iraq yesterday, two days after five service personnel lost their lives in the deadliest attack on American troops in the country in more than two years.


Sri Lanka warmed up for the First Test in ten days time by clinching a four-wicket win over Middlesex at Uxbridge.


SHANE WILLIAMS returns for the Ospreys in tonight's top-of-the-table clash with Munster, but for once the little superstar has been overshadowed by other events affecting the leading Welsh region.


Three more sperm whales from a group of almost 50 that beached en masse in Australia's south have died, with just two survivors sandwiched among the dead, rescuers said on Saturday.


Consol Energy Inc. said Thursday it has resumed coal production at its Bailey and Enlow Fork mines.


General Stanley McChrystal has offered his resignation to President Barack Obama after he was summoned to the White House to explain derisive comments he made about the US leader and his administration.

General Stanley McChrystal offers resignation to President Barack Obama


Rahul Chadha of Mirae Asset Global Investments is marginally underweight on financials.


The New York State Thruway is suspending construction projects over the holiday weekend to keep traffic moving.

Thruway will suspend construction projects


After getting married twice and romancing model Louis Dowler for four months, Kate Winslet has now realized that said she wants to be alone.


The first rule of hostage negotiations is never mention the word hostage, says a retired detective with 20 years' negotiation experience with Durham Regional Police.

First rule of hostage negotiations: never mention the word hostage


Four persons were killed in a wall collapse during rains at Howrah district today, police sources said.

Four killed in wall collapse during rains


Former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty plans to formally announce his Republican candidacy for president in Iowa on Monday, a campaign aide confirmed Friday.

Pawlenty to announce candidacy on Monday


Polling began today on a slow note for the second phase of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections for 59 seats in 10 districts that will decide the fate of two state presidents, 31 MLAs and 24 former ministers.


Stormy weather lashed the Treasure Coast for a second day Saturday, with Indian River County getting the worst of it and Vero Beach setting a record for rainfall.

Stormy weather lashes the Treasure Coast Saturday;


A United Airlines pilot has been arrested at London's Heathrow Airport on suspicion of being drunk.

Pilot arrested on suspicion of being drunk


Now, Narnia is coming to life through ``Narnia: The Exhibition'' at Union Station in Kansas City.


A CARER plundered the bank account of an elderly woman she was looking after to solve her family's financial troubles, a court heard yesterday.

CARER 'plundered the bank account of elderly woman'


--4over4.com has announced plans to launch an advanced online design tool in the coming weeks that will provide customers with a simple and free way to design professional artwork for their print orders.

4over4.com to launch advanced online design tool


Grammy-winning singer R. Kelly faces a $2.9 million foreclosure on his suburban Chicago mansion.

R. Kelly faces foreclosure on Chicago mansion


Fifth Third Bank today announced a new, exclusive partnership with the Chicago Automobile Trade Association, producer of the Chicago Auto Show.

Fifth Third Bank announces partnership with the Chicago Auto Show


FusionOne has just sent out a press release saying they have been awarded a patent covering ``mobile content backup, transfer, and sync''.

FusionOne awarded patent for mobile backup and sync


Lorain police received thanks from several Madison Avenue residents when they arrested a suspected heroin dealer during a drug raid Tuesday.

Lorain police arrest suspected heroin dealer


A former American Red Cross worker has been charged with theft and credit card fraud, after allegedly racking up $13,000 in fraudulent expenses, including a hotel room and a vehicle for members of a prostitution ring.

Former Red Cross worker charged with fraud


PTI / New Delhi Jul 16, 2010, 16:26 Domestic steel prices have bottomed out and may stabilise in the next few months on account of demand pick-up, SAIL chairman CS Verma said today.

Steel prices bottomed out, will stabilise:


The Islamist/liberal propaganda material reminds me of French psychoanalyst Jacques Lacan's response to protesting students of 1968: ``... You are hysterics who demand a new master. You will get one.''


A mystery object from space is about to whiz close by Earth today.


A man has died after being hit by a car on the A432 in Chipping Sodbury near Bristol.

Man dies after being hit by car in Chipping Sodbury


It has been suggested that David S. Goyer could be set to write and direct the much anticipated Justice League movie.

David S. Goyer to write and direct Justice League movie?


Free Realms, the ambitious and aptly named MMORPG from Sony Online finally opened its beta sometime in the past three days for all to enjoy.


Dibrugarh drubbed Titabor 7-1 in the junior inter-district football championship for the Khirod Baruah Trophy at Sarusajai Stadium here today.


The world economy is still growing slowly, although Europe and the United States need ``difficult and bold action'' to rein in deficits, Canada's finance minister said on Friday.


Russia hopes to further boost ties with Saudi Arabia, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said Monday during talks with Saudi Arabia's Security Council chief Prince Bandar bin Sultan.

Russia hopes to boost ties with Saudi Arabia


An annual charity pig roast to raise money for local families will benefit a single mother of four from Washington Township this year.


US stocks rose Wednesday as the financial sector bounced after one of its biggest drops ever and as oil prices helped the energy sector recover some of its recent losses.


Four Indian fishermen who lost their way when their boat sustained damage due to strong gale conditions in the deep sea were rescued by Sri Lankan fishermen and handed over to the China Bay Police in Trincomalee through the Sri Lankan Navy.


The head of Artsakh is the 22nd president visiting Yerevan Brandy Factory and in this regard the Avenue of presidential barrels has been replenished with a personalized barrel of Bako Sahakyan.

Artsakh President visited Yerevan Brandy Company


The Perry Central Commodores fought past Orleans in three sets Thursday night to claim an early-season conference volleyball victory.

Perry Central fights past Orleans in three


Utah State University has received a $3 million donation from the Sorenson Legacy Foundation.


Locally owned banks are healthy and ready to lend money to qualified businesses, according to the president of the Ottawa County Improvement Corp.


MOST local basic products have started trickling back onto the markets following increased production by strategic manufacturers, a move that is likely to ease inflationary pressures.

Local basic products trickle back onto market


A three-year-old child has died after an accident outside a church in the Lower Hutt suburb of Stokes Valley.

Child dies after accident outside church


That slap on the wrist for the beating death of that defenseless, innocent puppy is unforgivable.


An Arkansas meatpacking plant burned out of control for hours Sunday, sending ammonia fumes into the air, authorities said.


Nearly one half of Canadians don't feel that they're financially prepared for retirement according to an Ipsos Reid survey commissioned by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries released Monday, June 14th, 2010.

One half of Canadians don't feel that they're financially prepared for retirement (survey)


And officials in the transitional government say Gadhafi, who has been in hiding since rebels seized control of Tripoli, was captured or killed.


Nine people, including at least six illegal immigrants, who spent three days in the blistering Riverside County desert heat with little or no water after being abandoned by a smuggler were rescued today, authorities said.


PNC Financial Services Group Inc., the fifth-largest bank by deposits, said it may sell as many as 15 million shares.


Not having had the courtesy of a reply after an initial letter of protest to Lloyds TSB, the Islamic Party of Britain is calling for a boycott of both Lloyds TSB and the Islamic Bank of Britain, after Lloyds instructed the Islamic Bank of Britain to withdraw all banking facilities to Interpal, a charity providing much needed assistance to Palestinians suffering under occupation.

Islamic Party calls for boycott of Lloyds TSB


It is reported that nickel futures traded weak on global cues at the MCX on October 16th 2008.


Three people were jailed on narcotics charges in arrests Wednesday night by officers with the Harrison County Sheriff's Department.


The Nominal Defendant can recover from an uninsured owner or driver any costs reasonably incurred in compromising the claim.

Nominal Defendant recovers from uninsured owner


Kosher meets industrial food at enzymes, acids Orthodox Rabbi Pinchas Herman's duties have him rappelling inside a two-story-tall stainless steel tank at a factory that makes enzymes for food products.


SUNNYVALE Calif. SUNNYVALE< Calif. Chip maker Advanced Micro Devices Inc. said Wednesday that it is buying SeaMicro for $334 million in a deal it hopes will increase its appeal with data center operators.


LONDON -British sprinter Dwain Chambers will seek a temporary court injunction against a lifetime Olympic doping ban to allow him to compete in the Beijing Games.

Dwain Chambers seeks court injunction against doping ban to compete in Beijing Olympics


PLANTS AND ANIMALS confirm more live dates after releasing their first full length CD, ``Parc Avenue,'' through Secret City Records on March 25, 2008 in the United States.

Plants and Animals confirm more live dates


Border Patrol agents seized more than a ton of marijuana across the Valley this past weekend alone.

Border Patrol seizes more than a ton of marijuana


Inter winger Amantino Mancini could return to former club Roma on a season-long loan, according to the Corriere dello Sport.

Inter's Amantino Mancini could return to Roma on loan --


All families are equal and politicians have the duty to ensure there are ``no second-class families'' in Malta, Labour Party leader Joseph Muscat said yesterday.


The Saskatchewan woman who gave birth in a Wal-Mart washroom told police she didn't think she was pregnant because three home tests showed negative results.

Woman who gave birth in Wal-Mart washroom didn't think she was pregnant


Two children drown in NSW in 24 hours Updated: 21:04, Thursday December 20, 2012 Two children have drowned in NSW in the past 24 hours, paramedics say, while a third had a narrow escape.


A claims management firm was suspended, leaving in limbo thousands of people who had paid it fees in the hope of having their debts written off.


News Corp chairman Rupert Murdoch is on his sixth visit to India to step up his push into one of Asia's fastest growing economies.


FLINT, Mich. A prosecutor says the body of a quadriplegic girl found at a storage facility in Michigan was stuffed in a black trash bag inside a plastic bin, with moth balls to mask the smell.

Quadriplegic girl was in trash bag with moth balls


A cafe was refused permission to formally run a takeaway pizzeria alongside its current business.


John Edwards was indicted Friday by a federal grand jury on charges that he misused campaign funds to cover up his extramarital affair, ABC News has learned.

John Edwards indicted by federal grand jury


A 19-year-old man died after he drove through a brick wall near Alberton and was flung from his car, Ekurhuleni metro police said.

Man dies after driving through brick wall


McDonald's denies reports it's considering dropping health care coverage for some employees in response to a provision of the health care overhaul.

McDonald's denies report of dropping health care


All fireworks are fair game in Brazos County this Fourth of July for the first time in more than three years.

All fireworks fair game in Brazos County


``You say you want a revolution, well you know we all want to change the world''...well, maybe not the ``world'', as the Lennon/McCartney written Beatles song would indicated, but certainly Blueland.


Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she now supports gay marriage, becoming the third Senate Republican to do so.


Oppenheimer & Co. is lowering its price target on NRG Energy, Inc. to $23 from $24, but is keeping is Overweight rating on shares.

Oppenheimer lowers price target on NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)


G.Jabiyev / The Azerbaijani opposition does not have enough force to boycott the upcoming presidential elections, the Open Society party believed.

Azerbaijani opposition does not have enough force to boycott presidential elections --


Four Ohio colleges rank among the best schools in the world, according to a report released Thursday.

Four Ohio colleges rank among best in world


As though the world needed more reasons to fall in love with Ryan Gosling, he just saved a woman's life ... because why wouldn't he?


A 20-year-old Bethel man faces drug possession charges after crashing his vehicle into a home on Ridgedale Road early Sunday, police said.

Bethel man faces drug charges after crash


Marshawn Lynch and Jonathan Stewart may have to wait a week before making their 2012 debuts, as both have been listed as questionable for Sunday starts by their respective teams.

Running backs Marshawn Lynch, Jonathan Stewart listed as questionable


After the Vikings released him yesterday per his request, Donovan McNabb passed through waivers today unclaimed by any of the other 31 NFL teams.

Donovan McNabb passes through waivers unclaimed


Neil Walker homered and Kevin Correia turned in seven scoreless innings as Pittsburgh downed St. Louis, 3-1, in the finale of a three-game set from Busch Stadium.

Neil Walker homered and Kevin Correia turned in seven scoreless innings as ...


As you probably know, McDonald's has been on a hiring spree.


The US military formally shut down the war in Iraq on Thursday, officially retiring the flag of US Forces-Iraq.


Anomalies in construction of hydro power projects in Uttarakhand are exerting a negative effect on the environment.

Construction exerting negative effect on environment


President Mills left Accra last night to attend the 38th G8 Summit in the United States.


MARSHALL, Minn. Nine of the people injured in the fatal school bus crash near Cottonwood remain hospitalized today.

Nine of the injured from school bus crash remain hospitalized...


Paul Broun gets town hall query: 'Who is going to shoot Obama?' Friends E-mail Separate emails with a comma.

Rep. Paul Broun gets town hall query: 'who is going to shoot Obama?'


Carlo Ancelotti suffered his first competitive defeat as Paris St Germain manager when the Ligue 1 leaders lost 3-1 at home to Olympique Lyon in the French Cup quarterfinals on Wednesday.


Bangladesh said on Tuesday it had reformed its paramilitary border force, empowering its commanders to impose the death penalty for the most serious offences, following a mutiny last year that shook the country's stability.

Bangladesh reforms border force after mutiny


Houston-based CyrusOne, the enterprise data center and colocation operator, reported this morning that it has completed its expansion of its newest, Houston data center.


Former lobbyist Jack Abramoff likely will face sentencing in September for his wide-ranging corruption schemes.

Abramoff to face sentencing in September


Leonardo DiCaprio has said he has no plans of playing Frank Sinatra in Martin Scorsese''s new film.

Leonardo DiCaprio has no plans of playing Frank Sinatra


Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani Thursday said that the provinces have rights on their own resources under the constitution and their resources cannot be shared with others until their own demand is met.

Provinces have rights on their own resources:


INDIANAPOLIS -Butler coach Brad Stevens signed a seven-year contract extension Tuesday, keeping him with the Bulldogs at least through the 2014-15 basketball season.

Butler coach Brad Stevens signs contract extension


Bank card delinquencies fell in April from a month earlier in the US and Canada, according to Standard & Poor's Ratings Services, which said chargeoffs rose slightly...


The St. Mary Parish school system plans to open a new virtual school in August as a way to draw home school students back into the school system.

St. Mary Parish school system plans to open new virtual school in August


The rand slid against the dollar in early trade today as risk aversion persisted and investors sought refuge in safe haven assets.

Rand slides versus dollar on risk aversion


German Chancellor Angela Merkel joked ahead of a crunch summit on the eurozone debt crisis Wednesday that she loved Greeks ``when they act reasonably''.

Merkel loves Greeks 'when they act reasonably'


Global food prices will likely remain high due to robust fundamentals despite worries of a broadening crisis in the euro zone, Pedro Herrera, HSBC's senior vice president global research for Latin American equities, said Monday.


Oscar winning sound designer Resul Pookutty, who is rendering sound for Shahrukh Khan's Ra.One and a few international projects including Last Vision, wrote his LLB exams a few days ago at Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram.


SALT LAKE CITY -New Orleans forward David West was ejected late in the first quarter for a flagrant foul on Utah's Kyle Korver on Saturday night.


There are four times of your life when you shouldn't care about your credit score.

Four times you shouldn't care about your credit score


HSBC Holdings said on Wednesday that it may cut 1,200 UK jobs over the next 12 months.


The Tamil Nadu government would buy 3,500 new buses in 2008-09, Finance Minister K. Anbazhagan said Thursday here.

Tamil Nadu to buy 3,500 new buses in 2008-09


In addition to high gas prices, car repairs are going to cost you more this summer.


Main opposition PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif has said that Pakistan should unilaterally abolish the visa regime with India immediately as people-to-people contacts can accelerate the bilateral peace process.

Pak should unilaterally abolish visa regime with India:


North Korea called for an end of hostile relations with the United States in a New Year's message and said it was committed to making the Korean peninsula nuclear-free through negotiations.

Nkorea calls for end of hostile relations with us


Michael Lohan has been arrested for domestic violence in California.

Michael Lohan arrested for domestic violence


President Ali Abdullah Saleh, who is hospitalised in Saudi Arabia for injuries sustained in an attack, is over as a leader but his regime remains, a key opponent said in statements published Saturday.


Kim Clijsters made a winning return to action on Sunday, beating Switzerland's Romina Oprandi 6-7, 6-2, 6-3 in the first round of the s-Hertogenbosch grasscourt tournament.


thatsArte.com introduced today an entirely new category of ceramic tiles to its large catalogue of Italian pottery.

ThatsArte.com introduces a new category:


THE first training session of the newly reformed Betws-y-Coed football club was a success at the weekend according to organisers.

First training session of the newly reformed Betws-y-Coed football club


Rookie first five-eighth Johan Goosen helped restore faith in the Springboks last week, but the All Blacks plan to expose his inexperience in the heat of test arena on Sunday in Soweto.

All Blacks plan to expose youngster Goosen


Midland quarrying and building materials group Ennstone has appointed a new interim executive chairman only days after sounding a profits warning.


Douglas Bruce, a former one-term state representative from Colorado Springs, was cited for contempt of court on Wednesday by a Denver District court judge, after the self-proclaimed anti-tax crusader failed to testify about the identity of who bankrolled three initiatives to cut taxes and government spending that will appear on this November's ballot.


STOKE, England -Central defender Robert Huth scored two goals in the last eight minutes Saturday to give Stoke a 3-2 Premier League win over Sunderland, which had led for more than an hour of the match.

Huth gives Stoke a 3-2 win over Sunderland


Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are having ``trouble in paradise,'' according to new reports that suggest the Hollywood couple are ``at breaking point''.

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck having 'trouble in paradise'?


Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson could be poised to enter the loan market in a bid to strengthen his squad.

Leicester City boss Nigel Pearson could enter loan market


My goal for this year is to fight Fedor and at K1, I would like to fight Remy Bonjasky and of course, in the UFC, Brock,'' stated MMA heavyweight Alistair Overeem as he talked about his future plans and goals for the new year.

Alistair Overeem: ``my goal for this year is to fight Fedor''


LIENZ, Austria Marlies Schild won a World Cup slalom Tuesday for her first victory since breaking a leg, while Lindsey Vonn finished 18th after bruising her left arm.

Schild wins wcup slalom, Vonn finishes 18th


AUSTRALIA cut interest rates more than expected on Tuesday, presaging likely cuts in Europe later this week in the face of evidence that the global financial crisis has already pushed much of the world into a recession.


After two seasons of performing on ABC's smash hit Dancing with the Stars, Irish-born dancer Tristan MacManus will cement another career milestone by joining the cast of Dancing with the Stars:

Tristan MacManus to join the cast of Dancing with the Stars:


'Hollyoaks' nurse Lynsey Nolan is murdered in tonight's episode.


Financier Danny Pang, who was accused by US securities regulators of perpetrating a massive Ponzi scheme on mainly Taiwanese investors, has died, a family spokesman said.


Greek Cypriots go to the polls today to choose a new president.


Central president, Awami National Party, Asfandyar Wali Khan has said that they will not support for the levy of any new tax in the country.


As he did in Michigan, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney won the Republican presidential primary in Iosco County on Tuesday, Jan. 15.


Taipei, Jan. 3 Taiwan donated US$7,000 to the Israeli conservation group Sparrow last December as part of the government's long-term efforts to contribute to global environmental protection work, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs official said Saturday.

Taiwan donates to Israeli conservation group


Penguins forward Pascal Dupuis sustained an undisclosed facial injury after being rammed from behind into the boards by the Islanders defenceman Andy Sutton with 2:55 remaining in Pittsburgh's 6-4 victory on Tuesday night.

Penguins' Dupuis sustains facial injury while being rammed into boards


Manufacturing production rebounded in June, up 0.7 percent after declining by 0.7 percent in May.

Manufacturing production rebounds in June


In what may be the first incident of its kind in decades, a Guam man has died after being dragged by a carabao, the island's traditional ``beast of burden,'' the Pacific Daily News reports.

Man dies after being dragged by a carabao


The Georgian Railways JSC has launched an information center and hotline working round-the-clock, a source at the company told Trend.

Georgian Railways launches information center


Abbott Laboratories announced that it swung to a profit in the fourth quarter from year-earlier results that were reduced by charges for acquisition costs.


Tadahito Iguchi makes an incredible throw to first while falling down for the out Check out http://MLB.com/video for more!

Iguchi makes an incredible throw while falling


European shares rose in a tentative recovery on Friday following sharp falls in the previous session after the Group of 20 economies pledged action to help financial markets and increase the flexibility of the euro zone's rescue fund.


Brazil's second largest private sector bank Bradesco sees premiums at its insurance units growing 16-20% this year, Bradesco executives to...

Bradesco sees premiums growing 16-20% this year


Bank of America Corp. is settling some buyback claims on bad home loans sold to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac as it attempts to separate itself further from one of the housing downturn's biggest headaches.

Bank of America settles some buyback claims


He, who once held the 'exalted status' of Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court in 1989 and was a protector of constitutional rights and values, has been so harassed by his son and daughter-in-law over property that he is today moving from court to court seeking protection from his son.

Ex-chief Justice moves court against son


A Sanford home was destroyed in an accidental fire Saturday morning, fire investigators said.

Sanford home destroyed in accidental fire


Cisco Systems Inc. said Friday it would begin paying a dividend for the first time in its history.

Cisco Systems to begin paying a dividend


Reading drew 1-1 with Coventry at the Ricoh Arena, with McSheffrey opening the scoring early on before Simon Church equalised.


Credit Acceptance Corporation announced today that it has increased the amount of its line of credit facility with a commercial bank syndicate from $133.5 million to $153.5 million.

Credit Acceptance announces increase of line of credit facility


John Lackey -- who had the worst season of his career in 2011, pitching to a 6.41 ERA with a 1.619 WHIP -- will undergo Tommy John surgery, and will miss the 2012 season.

John Lackey will have Tommy John surgery


Azerbaijani ambassador to Georgia, Professor Namig Aliyev visited the Marneuli district.

Azerbaijani ambassador to Georgia visits Marneuli district


House and Senate leaders announced Thursday that lawmakers have agreed on legislation to extend expanded unemployment benefits for the long-term unemployed through the end of the year.

Lawmakers agree to extend unemployment benefits


Sir Tom Jones wanted to work with Whitney Houston and thinks the late star left a legacy of ``great'' music.


The Thrashers promoted Brad McCrimmon to associate coach Tuesday in a move that could pave the way for him to take over for Don Waddell, Atlanta's general manager and interim coach.

Thrashers promote Brad McCrimmon to associate coach


Russia has agreed to lift a six-month ban on US chicken, US President Barack Obama said Thursday during a meeting with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev at the White House.


Foreclosure is a nightmare in itself and now a Parma woman says Wells Fargo closed up her house and cleaned her out illegally.

A Parma woman says Wells Fargo closed up her house and cleaned her out ...


Newsday > Travel Da Vinci stars in London exhibit Published:


The UNP has today handed a no confidence motion against Provincial Councils and Local Government Minister ALM Athaullah to the Secretary General of Parliament.


``I'm delighted to announce that I will visit Australia in November,'' Mrs Clinton said yesterday as she stood next to visiting Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd.


Eighteen months ago he was riding high as one of Australia's most popular premiers; today he's fighting for political survival.


FIA president Max Mosley says retirement will be a big relief for him later this year, when he is replaced as head of the governing body.


The Chiefs and the Stormers looks set to host the semifinals of the super rugby competition with three rounds to go.

Chiefs, Stormers looks set to host semifinals


There are rumours that X Factor twins John & Edward could be heading to the jungle.


World of Warcraft has finally returned to China, but not before costing Chinese operator NetEase a truckload of money maintaining the game during its downtime.


Sweden-born defender Joseph Baffo must apply for nationality switch before he can play for Ghana.

Baffo must apply for switch to play for Ghana


Sepahan extended its lead at the top of the Iran Professional League table to five points by defeating Saipa on Tuesday.

Sepahan extends lead at top to five points


Venezuela on Monday confirmed it has a total of 176 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves by Dec. 31, 2008.

Venezuela confirms 176 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves


TalkTalk could become the latest communications provider to launch a fibre optic broadband network, it has been suggested.

TalkTalk 'could launch fibre optic broadband network'


Hungary officially opened a counterterrorism center in Budapest on Wednesday when Interior Minister Sandor Pinter presented the founding document to Police Brigadier General Janos Hajdu, head of the new facility.

Hungary officially opens counterterrorism center


Norman, who in a recent magazine interview said he didn't think Woods will win another major, told the Fort Myers News-Press that PGA champion Keegan Bradley would have been a more logical choice for US captain Fred Couples.


HULL KR's Rhys Lovegrove admits it has been upsetting to see Rovers repeatedly fall short this season, especially knowing they have the quality to have done much better.


NORTH Melbourne skipper Brent Harvey has signed on to play a 16th season next year.


Architects recording Devil's Island B-side 'Untitled' at Outhouse Studios, August 2011.


President Barack Obama was just heckled in New Hampshire by apparent Occupy Wall Street supporters.

Obama heckled in New Hampshire by Occupy Wall Street supporters


All city of Madison outdoor ice skating rinks are closed today so parks crews can shovel sidewalks in the parks.


Laird Plastics, a large independent distributor of semi-finished plastic products in North America, has recognized 114 companies for their environmental stewardship through their recycling partnership with Laird.

Laird recognizes companies for environmental stewardship


Russia's Gazprom cut Europe natural gas supply via Ukraine to 65.3 million cubic meters, said chairman of Gazprom Board of Governors Alexander Miller at his meeting with Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, APA reports quoting RIA-Novosti.

Gazprom cuts Europe gas supply via Ukraine to 65.3 million cubic meters


The South Medford High School student who lost his hand in a car crash on Griffin Creek Lane last week will return home soon with a set of prosthetic limbs that will allow him to do some of the activities he enjoys.

Student who lost hand from crash returns home soon


Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins resumed skating on Friday for the first time in over a month.

Sidney Crosby skates for the first time in over a month


Jose Rijo, the Washington Nationals front office member linked most closely to the fraudulent signing of a Dominican prospect, has taken a leave of absence from the team.


A former CIA spy pilot from Birmingham will be honored at Battleship Memorial Park on the 40th anniversary of his death Wednesday and Thursday.


South African Airways Ltd., Africa's biggest airline, has been asked by the government's Department of Public Enterprises to respond to allegations raised by a labor union.

South African Airways asked to respond to allegations


The Philippines and China have indicted each other for maritime intrusion in disputed waters between the two countries after a standoff last week.

Philippines, China indict each other for maritime intrusion in disputed waters


Fortress Louisbourg, where life in an 18th century French New World fortress comes to life, and its next door neighbour, the modern community of Louisbourg, are getting ready to welcome thousands of visitors for an historical encampment.

Fortress Louisbourg to welcome thousands of visitors


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Optofluidics sees future of energy efficiency


Mass. Sen. Kennedy competes in second half of Cape sailboat race after brain cancer diagnosis

Mass. Sen. Kennedy competes in Cape sailboat race


Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick are still going strong despite rumours of his infidelities.

'Sarah Jessica Parker & Matthew Broderick still going strong'


Jermon Bushrod, who spent the first six seasons of his NFL career with the New Orleans Saints, has agreed to a five-year, $35.9 million deal with the Chicago Bears.

Jermon Bushrod agrees to deal with Chicago Bears


Britain's Prince William is a 'dedicated Christian' despite recent reports about his irregular church attendance.


You are reading part four of a ten part series that shows you how to teach your elementary-age child to write a novel, and in the process become a wiser, more thoughtful reader of books written by others.

How to teach your child to write a novel:


Spitzer decided to resign in the aftermath of a scandal involving his alleged links to a high-priced prostitution ring.


Asustek released its holdings in D-Link from November 26, 2009 to September 16, 2010 and the total transaction value reached NT$342 million, or NT$27.267 per share on average, Asustek noted.


LeCroy Corporation, a leading supplier of oscilloscopes and serial data test solutions, today announced that its DisplayPort™ physical layer compliance package was approved by the Video Electronics Standards Association.

LeCroy's DisplayPort™ compliance package approved by Video electronics standards Association


Pakistan's Ambassador to China Masood Ahmed Khan said on Sunday that China has always supported Pakistan as a good and trustworthy friend and their relationship is growing with the passage of time.Talking to a private news channel, he said China wanted peace in the region and its leadership supported Pakistan to achieve regional stability.He said Pakistan had agreements with China on civil nuclear cooperation which was vital for meeting its energy demand.He said China has supported Pakistan in combating terrorism and commended the role of the government in eradicating the menace of terrorism and extremism.China steadfastly stood with Pakistan after the Abbottabad incident, he added.

China has always supported Pakistan as a good friend:


Senior BJP leader Arun Jaitley on Friday morning launched one-day jail bharo agitation at Jantar Mantar to protest against the hike in prices of essential commodities and petrol products.

Jaitley launches jail bharo agitation from Jantar Mantar


Melissa Gilbert has filed for divorce from husband Bruce Boxleitner, her rep confirms to RumorFix.


Recent newlyweds Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minillo are ready to start a family and have some babies!

Nick Lachey and Vanessa minnillo are ready to have some babies!


The Nokia N86 8MP got a new firmware update and it's a heavy one.


JPMorgan Chase & Co.'s cut-rate buyout of Bear Stearns Co. drove some jittery investors to dump shares of major investment banks and left others worrying who's next.


US based personal computer maker Dell has announced that they aim to switch to LED powered displays on all their laptop models by 2010.

Dell to switch to LED displays in all laptops by 2010


Apple on Monday said that it had sold over 300,000 iPads in the US during the first day that the device was on sale, a figure that matched or exceeded many analysts' estimates.


The EU could exceed its 20% renewable energy target by 2020, according to the European Wind Energy Association.

EU to exceed 20% renewable energy by 2020


Parsons: ``I just flew into a massive fit of rage and shot my wife during counseling.''


NSW Education Minister Verity Firth has suspended payments to contractor Laing O'Rourke due to serious problems with Tottenham Central School's new canteen, The Daily Telegraph newspaper reported on Tuesday.

Nsw Education minister suspends payments


Colombian Senator Piedad Cordoba has been barred from holding public office for 18 years by the country's inspector general for having ties to guerrilla group FARC.

Piedad Cordoba barred from public office


Families will find plenty of room for everyone and everything in this grand contemporary chateau.

Families will find room for everyone in contemporary chateau


Rihanna is ``back to herself'' two months after her well-publicised fight with boyfriend Chris Brown, according to her dad.


Dave Thornbury on Will women ever play AFL footy?


A fund designed under the UN's Kyoto Protocol to help poor countries in the firing line of climate change cleared a key hurdle here on Friday, delegates said.

Fund to help poor countries with climate change clears hurdle


Citizens of Karachi protested against non-availability of petrol and blocked roads in various parts of the metropolis, Geo News reported on Monday.

Karachiites protest against non-availability of petrol


A mother of five children allegedly committed suicide by consuming poison in the precincts of Landhi police station.


A Big Brother contestant who walked from the house on Wednesday last week says he has 'no regrets' about his sudden exit.

Big Brother contestant has 'no regrets' about exit


Somali pirates on Thursday freed an Algerian-owned ship with 25 crew members onboard after 10 months of captivity, the same day pirates hijacked a chemical tanker with 21 Filipino crew members.

Pirates hijack chemical tanker off with 21 Filipino crew members;


Microsoft launched the Kinect for Windows platform, bringing the motion-sensing device to the PC.


Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal has been given additional charge of the Ministry of Water Resources following Meira Kumar�s elevation to be the Lok Sabha Speaker.

Bansal given additional charge of Ministry of Water Resources


An OPP officer was injured Wednesday on Dixie Rd. at Hwy. 407 during a routine traffic stop.


The budget will provide $2.3 million to set up the new offender levy, Justice Minister Simon Power said today.

Budget will provide $2.3 million for setting up offender levy


London - British businessman Shrien Dewani - wanted in South Africa in connection with the honeymoon murder of his wife - has suffered a mental health relapse, a London court heard today.


Rapper Remy Ma was sentenced to 8 years in prison on Tuesday for shooting an acquaintance at a New York club.


MANCHESTER United manager Sir Alex Ferguson confirmed on Tuesday that star striker Wayne Rooney has said he wants to leave the club.


DJ Norman Cook has checked himself into rehab to battle an alcohol addiction, his manager confirmed today.

DJ Fatboy Slim checks himself into rehab


Katy Perry revealed to the world that she is not pregnant.


No one must say the police are not important, because they are, police commissioner Bheki Cele said at the National Police Day celebrations in Soweto on Friday.


Openly-lesbian politician Penny Wong has slammed one of her peers for 'meowing' at her in the Australian Senate.

Lesbian politician Penny Wong slams peer for 'meowing' at her


Lone parents are ``less effective'' at raising children than their married counterparts, a former adviser to Nick Clegg claimed as he called for men to contribute more to family life.


The Cincinnati Cyclones announced that they have acquired forward Adam Henrich from the Ontario Reign in exchange for defenseman Jon A. Landry.


HP has issued a recall of notebook batteries due to them being a fire hazard, where since May 2009, eleven people have been injured due to faulty batteries in HP notebooks no thanks to overheating and explosions.


As the 11th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, last week's US Airways hoax was yet another reminder of how sensitive aviation security has become.

US Airways hoax is a reminder of how sensitive aviation security has become


Several Palestinian civilians have been wounded in an Israeli military attack on the Gaza Strip.

Palestinian civilians wounded in Israeli attack on Gaza


Hillary Clinton told Brazilians yesterday to consider legalizing abortion in a nationally televised interview broadcast from Zumbi dos Palmares University, in Sao Paulo.

Hillary Clinton tells Brazilians to consider legalizing abortion


Manager Arsène Wenger disagrees with Arsenal fans, insisting that the club do not need a new keeper to bolster the defence.


Prime Minister Gordon Brown will make a statement on terrorism at 12.30 pm, his office said on Wednesday.


ALVECHURCH travel to Shifnal Town in the Midland Alliance on Saturday hoping to go one better than the 0-0 draw with Boldmere, where they were left ruing missed chances.


BlackRock, owner of ETF provider iShares, has called for greater transparency and consistent regulation in the ETF market.

BlackRock calls for greater transparency and consistent regulation for ETFs


A company is recalling egg salad sandwiches in five states with the brand names Quick Café and Take Away Café because of possible listeria contamination.


The whitebaiter swept out to sea at the Rakaia River mouth last night has been named by police.


Nick Clegg, the deputy prime minister, is said to have won his Cabinet fight to scrap control orders, the restrictive conditions that impose virtual house arrest on some terror suspects.

Nick Clegg 'wins fight to scrap control orders'


More women in Northern Ireland need to pursue a career in a STEM subjects.


A 20-year-old Benton City man died Thursday in an apparent suicide at his home.

Benton City man dies of apparent suicide


The baby elephant, now named 'Miracle', on its feet, only hours after being born.


President Ilham Aliyev has today received executive vice president of BP Andy Inglis over completion of his term.

Ilham Aliyev receives executive vice president of BP


Zsa Zsa Gabor, Hollywood actress and legend, was rushed back into hospital on Friday with a blood clot.


Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis died from a broken heart according to his death certificate obtained by TMZ.

Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis died of a broken heart


Egyptian security and health officials say former president Hosni Mubarak has been hospitalized in the Red Sea resort of Sharm-el-Sheik, the Associated Press reports.

Former egyptian president Hosni Mubarak is hospitalized


The night's most controversial incident came when Anichebe appeared to have a header cross the line but saw play waved on, and Pardew says that he feels sorry for Moyes, who also witnessed a Marouane Fellaini goal wrongly disallowed for offside.


Analysts are predicting BHP Billiton could post a $22 billion profit today.


The first Indian Police Service woman officer and social activist, Kiran Bedi, has said that our forces ``lacked resources'' to fight against terrorism.

Our forces lack resources to fight terrorism:


A 25 year old Lake City man was killed in a one car accident early Saturday morning in Missaukee County.

Lake City man killed in one-car accident


Today, Bayer announced the re-launch of its professional products website,BackedByBayer.com.

Bayer announces re-launch of BackedByBayer.com


Hyduke Energy Services Inc., announced today the following changes to its Board of Directors and its Management Team.

Hyduke announces changes to the Board of Directors and to the management team


In a brief press release today, RadioShack announced that it will begin selling the iPhone starting with the Dallas-Fort Worth and New York City markets later this month.


The Supreme Court has stayed the Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunal's order, asking banks to release on a monthly basis, Rs. 13 crore to Southern Petrochemicals Industries Corporation to restart and operate the plant.

Supreme Court stays Debt Recovery Appellate tribunal's order


A Boston firefighter on disability leave faces drug charges after allegedly purchasing Oxycontin on Friday.


One of the world`s oldest man died in India aged 125.


Some candidates running for election to Miramichi city council are using the city logo on their elections signs without permission.

Candidates using city's logo without permission


Air India Express seriously lacked engineering staff and did not have a permanent doctor at the Mangalore airport to conduct pre-flight medical checks on the pilots and the cabin crew operating flights from there, the Court of Inquiry on Mangalore air crash was informed today.

'Air India Express lacks engineering staff, doctors'


Governor Mike Beebe signed an $87.8 million tobacco tax hike into law Tuesday to fund a statewide trauma care system and expand existing health programs.


Saudi Wahhabi security forces detained the Shia citizens, Heidar Ali al-Hamli and Mofied Ahmad al-Honeidi, from Awwamiya town in Qatif city.

Saudi security forces detained ttwo Shia citizens in Awwamiya


Edward Grimes of the X Factor duo Jedward was rushed to hospital with a suspected broken leg after falling over on stage.

Jedward's edward Grimes rushed to hospital for suspected broken leg


Emirates on Thursday launched its first commercial flight from Dubai to Adelaide in South Australia.

Emirates launches first flight to South Australia


The three federal ministers from Sabah will submit to the cabinet a joint inventory of bona fide citizens from the state who have had their status mistakenly downgraded.


Romney tells a crowd in Le Mars, Iowa that he would veto the DREAM act if he came to his desk as president.


After signing a tender with the Denver Broncos the other day, Brandon Marshall was just traded to the Miami Dolphins.

Wr Brandon Marshall traded to Miami Dolphins


Bayern Munich flop Jan Schlaudraff has signed off in style with the club by hitting seven goals in their friendly match with Darmstadt.


Jason Pominville left Monday's game against Chicago on a stretcher after being hit from behind by Blackhawks' defenseman Nicklas Hjalmarsson in the first period.

Pominville leaves Monday's game on stretcher


Ever wondered why leaves fall off trees in fall?


Susan Boyle sings for the pope in this video, fulfilling a lifelong dream of performing in front of the Holy Father.


The USDA says the Emerald Ash Borer has been found in Sevier County.

Emerald ash Borer found in Sevier County


The embattled chairman of the UN expert panel on climate change dug in his heels this week, refusing to personally apologise for a false claim over glaciers and accusing some journalists of ``scurrilous'' writings.

Panel chairman refuses to apologise for false claim


Two people were wounded Tuesday afternoon in an apparent drive-by shooting on the city's east side.


Vella, 26, has signed a contract with Vélez for the next six-months, although they do have the option to make the deal permanent for a fee of 200,000 Euros if he impresses at the Estadio José Amalfitani.


CNN obtained a confidential document from 2004 stating that Jackson frequently asked his employees to get the prescription meds under their names, and that he was taking as many as 40 Xanax pills a night!

Michael Jackson took up to 40 Xanax pills a night!


Human Rights Watch called Friday on Syria to stop torturing children and using schools as detention centres, military bases, barracks or sniper posts.

Human Rights Watch calls on Syria to stop torturing children


A man and a woman were taken ashore for a medical check-up by Cowes RNLI lifeboat yesterday evening, after being plucked from the sea when their vintage 20 foot yacht suddenly sank in the Solent, off Castle Point, East Cowes.

20 foot yacht suddenly sinks in the Solent


Justin Bieber has revealed that he enjoyed having a swarm of girls chasing him while filming a new promo for the MTV Video Music Awards.

Justin Bieber 'enjoyed girls chasing him'


IT professionals are working longer hours than ever, according to new research from IT Job Board, www.theitjobboard.co.uk.

IT professionals working longer hours than ever


Court records show singer Usher has filed for divorce from Tameka Foster Raymond after less than two years of marriage.


TEAM Waterpolo, Preston's four-piece of multiple musical comparisons but one unique sound have already made waves with debut single Letting Go and a MySpace and NME Track Of The Week.


Delta announced it will spend $1 billion on fleet enhancements through 2013.

Delta announces $1 billion in fleet enhancements


A man was killed and two injured when a truck overturned here on Thursday.


A medical plane with at least three people on board was forced to land unassisted at a Nevada airport early Wednesday after the sole air traffic controller on duty did not respond to the plane, FOX News confirmed.

Plane forced to land unassisted in Nevada


``I so didn't want to be a poet,'' Ms. Ryan, 62, said in a phone interview from her home in Fairfax, Calif. ``I came from sort of a self-contained people who didn't believe in public exposure, and public investigation of the heart was rather repugnant to me.''

Kay Ryan: ``I so didn't want to be a poet...''


A 40-year-old woman was airlifted to hospital after a road traffic collision in Epworth.


THE award of top prize to hard-hitting Israeli war movie 'Lebanon' was a fitting end to this year's Venice film festival, where political passions ran high throughout.


A world turned upside down is uncovered as the water recedes and the earth begins to settle in Japan.


Mumbai, Nov 12 The rupee failed to maintain earlier gains but was still higher by four paise at 54.71 against dollar in late morning trade today on uneven demand and supply of the American currency from banks, despite strong dollar overseas.

Rupee fails to maintain earlier gains against dollar


Emirates has begun its daily flights to Geneva from Dubai with the inaugural flight including passengers from Australia, Ethiopia, Tanzania, India, Bangladesh, Kuwait, Iran and Mauritius.


Ukraine will raise natural gas prices for domestic consumers if Kiev fails to come to terms with Moscow on the issue of Russian gas supplies, Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych said in an interview with Bloomberg, APA reports quoting RIA novosti.

Ukraine may raise gas prices for domestic consumers - Yanukovych


A woman subjected to ``spiteful and unrelenting'' bullying at a Catholic girls college has told a court she would ``rather die than go to school.''


President Traian Basescu is paying an official visit to Lebanon on Wednesday and Thursday, at the invitation of his Lebanese counterpart Michel Sleiman, the Presidential PR Department informs.

President Basescu paying official visit to Lebanon


Amy Winehouse has cancelled part of her European tour after the British singer was heavily booed for being late and displaying erratic behaviour on stage during a concert in Serbia.

Amy Winehouse cancels part of European tour


Iran on Thursday condemned what it branded the ``terrorist'' kidnapping of one of its diplomats in Pakistan and called on the authorities there to do all they can to find and free him.

Iran condemns ``terrorist' kidnapping of diplomat in Pakistan


Comedian Ricky Gervais has revealed that he has no plans to host the Golden Globe Award again.

Ricky Gervais has no plans to host Golden Globe Award again


Welfare incomes in many parts of Canada are increasingly inadequate to meet basic needs and payments have dropped dramatically over the past 20 years, a report from the National Council of Welfare suggests.

Welfare incomes increasingly inadequate to meet basic needs:


ITC to investigate patent claim against Apple; police seize computers from Gizmodo editor in stolen iPhone investigation; and online retailers stop shipping Apple products in Japan.


Reasons to Be Pretty is Neil LaBute at his best.


A new mass grave was found in the flashpoint northern town of Jisr al-Shughur, Syrian state television said Wednesday, days after authorities reported the massacre of 120 policemen by armed gangs.

New mass grave found in Jisr al-Shughur:


Ontario-based Bruce Power has chosen one of two sites in northern Alberta for a proposed nuclear reactor.

Bruce power chooses site for nuclear reactor


An Asian drug dealer who tried to smuggle heroin into the UAE in his stomach was saved from the gallows when an appeals court in Abu Dhabi reduced his death sentence to 10 years in jail, newspapers said on Thursday.


Mountain State University students have important choices to make and state colleges and universities are trying to help them.

Mountain state University students have choices to make


A robbery suspect allegedly shot himself after police and residents cornered him in Setlagole, outside Mahikeng, North West police said on Tuesday.


Senate rejects firearms bill The Senate rejected an effort Wednesday to expand the use of firearms on some of the nation's most frequently visited federal lands, handing gun control advocates a modest success.


Fiji born golfer Vijay Singh has been cleared of doping by the PGA Tour despite admitting he used a spray containing a banned substance.


Justin Bieber performs side by side with Usher at the 2011 Grammy Awards held at The Staples Center in Los Angeles on Sunday night.

Justin Bieber performs with Usher at the grammys


Chinese and CSIRO scientists in Australia have developed the Southwest Australian Circulation Index to explain why southwest Western Australia has been so dry for the past forty or so years.

Why is southwest Western Australia so dry?


Bank employees have received yet another pension option from the government.

Bank employees receive another pension option


British and Irish Lion Mike Phillips left South Africa having established himself as Europe's top scrum-half, and admitting: ``I've had the time of my life.''


MORE groups have come forward and voiced concerns about the route of a proposed Caernarfon and Bontnewydd bypass.

More groups voice concerns about Caernarfon and Bontnewydd bypass


Young workers continue to bear the brunt of unemployment in Canada and the government has to do something about it, says Ken Georgetti president of the Canadian Labour Congress.

Young workers bearing brunt of unemployment:


``We do not believe in violence. But the system targets poor people to benefit the rich through violent means. So we also resort to violence to root out the violent system,'' said Maoist leader Prasad, while talking to a local Oriya chanel on Monday.


Sensex closed 38 points down on Wednesday in choppy trade that saw realty, power and capital goods stocks coming under selling pressure.


The feeder calf market took a hit last week.


Jaswant Singh, whose book eulogising Mohd Ali Jinnah has come under attack from BJP and the Sangh Parivar, was today expelled from BJP.


A third US prisoner died in ``excruciating'' pain after an anaesthetic supplied by a British company failed during the lethal injection procedure, human rights group Reprieve claimed Sunday.


Technical Analyst, E Mathew is of the view that Ranbaxy is showing short term weakness.


Sweden's mobile network giant Ericsson said Wednesday it would cut 450 Swedish sales and administrative jobs as part of the adjustment of its operations in the country.


Suu Kyi made her historic parliamentary debut on July 9, marking a new phase in her near quarter century struggle to bring democracy to her army-dominated homeland.

Aung San Suu Kyi makes parliamentary debut


Younis Khan and Asad Shafiq defied Sri Lanka during an unbroken fifth-wicket stand of 70 as Pakistan fought for survival in the first Test in Galle on Monday.

Younis Khan, Asad Shafiq defy Sri Lanka as Pakistan fight for survival


Arsenal moved up to third in the Barclays Premier League as Thomas Vermaelen's early header at Everton earned Arsene Wenger's men a sixth successive top-flight victory.


JK Rowling has said that she can''t imagine ever leaving Edinburgh after receiving an award honouring her contribution to literature.

Jk Rowling says she cant imagine ever leaving Edinburgh


Deutsche Boerse AG and NYSE Euronext today announced that they have entered into a business combination agreement following approval from both companies' Boards.

Deutsche Boerse and NYSE Euronext have entered into a business combination agreement


Five NATO soldiers who were killed Thursday in southern Afghanistan were all Americans, local media quoted Pentagon sources as saying.

Five NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan were Americans


Movies.ie looks on the bright side of life we five films that you feel summery!


HEREFORD United manager Simon Davey put his players through their paces this morning at the first day of pre-season training.

Hereford United manager Simon Davey puts players through their paces


The Australian Open will precede the Presidents Cup in Melbourne next November and the Australian PGA will follow the team event.

Australian Open to precede Presidents Cup


Demi Lovato says that she gets angry at God for how hard her life has become.


Worksoft, an innovative provider of test and lifecycle automation solutions for use with SAP® applications, today announced the acquisition of TestFactory, a premier provider of performance and life cycle management solutions that optimize application quality, ensure business continuity, and lower the total cost of ownership for new ERP implementations, ongoing application upgrades, and new business application extensions including analytics and web-based services.

Worksoft® announces acquisition of TestFactory


Mark Cuban told TMZ that he would be ``honored'' to have the first openly gay NBA player on the Dallas Mavericks.

Mark Cuban would be 'honored' to have first gay NBA player on Mavericks


Heritage minister John Penrose has listed 16 London tube stations including Oxford Circus, Chalk Farm and Wood Green.


American heavy metal act Virgin Steele will be reissuing the classic 1986 album ``Noble Savage.''

Virgin Steele to reissue ``Noble Savage''


Orly Taitz, notoriously known as the ``birther queen'' met with GOP staffers this week but her account of their meeting differs greatly from what they told sources.


Russ Einhorn / Splash News Her account, @TheRealXtina, has been verified and reality star Kim Kardashian helped draw attention to her account by tweeting: 'OMG I'm so excited Christina Aguilera just joined Twitter!!!


US benchmark 10-year Treasury yields hit a more than three-month high on Wednesday after lawmakers approved a deal that prevented a round of automatic budget cuts and tax hikes that could have tipped the world's largest economy into recession.


Former union minister and PMK youth wing leader Anbumani Ramadoss was arrested by Tamil Nadu police at his residence here Friday morning, police said.

Former union minister Anbumani Ramadoss arrested


A new scam targeting Facebook page owners uses Facebook messages and a fake verification page to obtain user logins and passwords.


Oxygen Games has announced Music for the Nintendo DS, a tutoring program set for release this October.

Oxygen Games announce music for Nintendo DS


Miguel accidentally kicks his fan in the head during his 2013 Billboard Music Award performance.


China is on track to become the ``Bible printing capital'' of the world.

China to be 'Bible capital' of the world


Rodney Stuckey left Wednesday's game after suffering a left shoulder injury that appears to be serious.

Stuckey leaves with left shoulder injury


A new book, 'The Confident Manager', is already receiving rave reviews, prior to its official launch on 12th November.


A man in Zimbabwe claims a prostitute he visited turned into a donkey overnight and now he is 'seriously in love' with the animal.

Man claims prostitute turned into donkey


The British military formally ended combat operations in Iraq on Thursday after six years of conflict by handing over control of its main base in Basra to an American brigade.


Researchers from the Guy Rouleau Laboratory affiliated with the CHUM Research Centre and the CHU-Sainte-Justine Research Centre have discovered the genetic cause of a rare disease reported only in patients originating from Newfoundland: hereditary spastic ataxia.

Researchers discover genetic cause of hereditary spastic ataxia


IPC Media has made its third digital strategy appointment in a month, this time bolstering its men's portfolio, IPC Inspire.

IPC makes third digital appointment within a month


A STRONG earthquake struck off the coast of Mexico today, waking up people living near the Gulf of California only hours after a separate quake swayed tall buildings in Mexico City, causing evacuations.

Strong earthquake strikes off mexican coast


In a country-wide hunt for illegal residents, the Ministry of Interior nabbed a total of 457 violators in the past few days.


A taxi driver and his passenger were robbed and then ordered to walk into the sea while their assailants escaped.

Taxi driver robbed, ordered into the sea


After some discussion and public comment, the Board of Education approved a new set of district goals for 2011-2014 on Tuesday night.

School board approves district goals for 2011-2014


Denise Richards and Richie Sambora have reportedly split up again, just weeks after they went public with their rekindled romance.

Denise Richards, Richie Sambora split again


Universities will have a new duty to prepare students for the world of work, whatever subject they are studying, by teaching them ``employability skills'' and finding them paid employment on campus or with local businesses.

Universities must teach 'employability skills'


How I Met Your Mother ``Karma'' Season 7 Episode 18 airs Monday February 27 on the CBS Television Network.

How I MET YOUR MOTHER ``Karma'' Season 7 Episode 18


Zimbabwe said Wednesday it planned to repatriate 800 Rwandan refugees back to their country, with the assistance of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.

Zimbabwe to repatriate 800 Rwandan refugees


Shanda released a new version of its licensed 2D simple MMORPG ``LaTale'' on Wednesday.

Shanda releases new version of ``LaTale''


Snowpack levels are below average throughout the state, the Natural Resource Conservation Service reports.


Oprah Winfrey has apologized to author James Frey for shaming him on her talk show in 2006, after it was revealed that Frey had fabricated details for his best-selling memoir, A Million Little Pieces, Reuters reports.


On September 5, the Orioles announced that Baysox pitcher Chris Tillman and catcher Matt Wieters were each named Orioles organizational players of the month for August.

Baltimore Orioles announce organizational players of the month for August


ISLAMABAD ― The US apologized Wednesday for a recent helicopter attack that killed two Pakistani soldiers at an outpost near the Afghan border, saying the pilots mistook the soldiers for insurgents they were pursuing.

US apologizes for attack on Pakistani soldiers


IT was two wins in three years for Jimmy Lough at the annual President's Day competition at Crow Nest Park Golf Club.


Asa Butterfield, star of Hugo, has been offered the lead in Ender's Game, as Ender Wiggin, the tortured boy-genius in a dystopian future.

Asa Butterfield offered the lead in Ender's Game


TTI, a major player in Telecom Expense Management software solutions, and Enterprise Call Accounting and CDR reporting software solutions, has entered into three new client partnerships in the past 60 days.

TTI enters into three New client partnerships


The 22-year-old nephew of Giants owner John Mara has been charged with felony assault in Connecticut for allegedly hitting a person in the head with a bottle during a New Year's Eve party near Fairfield University.

Nephew of Giants owner John Mara charged with felony assault


Montenegrin authorities are investigating a suspected mass grave believed to contain the bodies of ethnic Albanians killed during the 1998-99 war in Kosovo, officials said Wednesday.

Montenegro investigating suspected mass grave


Japan approved fresh economic sanctions against Iran on Friday after the United Nations asked Tokyo to tighten restrictions against Teheran over its controversial nuclear enrichment program, an official said.

Japan approves economic sanctions against Iran


Panda has made the All Star team, according to a Tweet by his brother Michael.


An experienced scam artist has been targeting English speaking jobseekers in Sweden, luring them with promises of non-existent jobs, police say.

Scam artist targets English-speaking jobseekers


Rye United manager Scott Price believes Three Bridges have the edge in the title battle.


Cincinnati Reds slugger Ken Griffey Jr. hit the 600th home run of his major-league career in the first inning of Monday's game against the Florida Marlins.


2013 Ford Explorer combines an SUV's body with a sedan's soul Wow, the Ford Explorer sure has changed.


Brooks assumed command of Third Army during a change of command ceremony at Hedekin Field here June 3.

Lt. Gen. Brooks assumes command of Third Army


University of California senior Nathan Adrian set an American record and reclaimed the 50-yard freestyle title Thursday evening at the NCAA swimming and diving championships at the University of Minnesota.

Nathan Adrian sets American record at NCAA swimming championships


Donald Trump buys Kluge Estate Winery in Va.


A pastoral anniversary service of Bishop and Mrs. Isaac King, Jr. is planned for 3:30 pm April 5 at Pentecostal Temple, 30101 Parkwood Ave. in Inkster.


New Delhi, Oct 28 The cross-border ''Sada-e-Sarhad'' bus service has resumed operations to Lahore after a gap of four months with Pakistan restoring security to it in its territory after intervention of the Home Ministry.

''Sada-e-Sarhad'' bus service resumes operations to Lahore


England midfielder David Beckham will rejoin AC Milan on loan in January after the Italian club reached an agreement with Los Angeles Galaxy.


With the debt crisis in Europe showing signs of waning, local banks are rushing to raise foreign capital by selling bonds abroad.

Local banks rush to raise foreign capital


Apple senior vice-president Tony Fadell, who has resigned his post to spend more time with his family, has agreed to take on a consultancy role as an advisor to Apple CEO Steve Jobs.

Apple vp Fadell has agreed to take on a consultancy role as an advisor to Apple CEO Steve Jobs


The Azerbaijani oil pumping through the Odessa-Brody oil pipeline will be restarted following the Mozyr Oil Refinery will commence its activity, a source in the oil and gas market told Trend.

Azerbaijani oil pumping via Odessa-Brody pipeline to be restarted


Achuthanandan offered all possible assistance to the injured and families of victims who have died in this crash.


The jury trial of a Wells contractor accused of scamming tornado victims last December starts today.

Jury trial for Wells contractor starts today


A man remains on the run after he allegedly beat his common-law wife unconscious with a hammer at her family's East Coast Demerara home last Wednesday.

Man on the run after beating wife unconscious with hammer


Over 150 families were reunited with soldiers who returned from serving overseas during a ceremony at Elmira-Corning Regional airport Wednesday.


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


A Fredonia funeral director was ordered to repay customers who made advance payments after he improperly spent the money beforehand.

Funeral director ordered to repay customers


Samsung Electronics posted its highest quarterly profit in Q3 with the help of shipping a record 60.2 million phones, according to a FierceWireless article.

Samsung Electronics posts highest quarterly profit


The Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo is currently available on pre-order on the German Amazon website and it costs 346 Euros, certainly not a bad price for a Snapdragon-powered Android 2.3 Gingerbread smartphone with high-end features.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo to pre-order in germany


President Barack Obama on Tuesday endorsed Robin Kelly in the race to replace Jackson, who resigned from the seat last year amid a federal investigation and later pleaded guilty to misspending hundreds of thousands of dollars in campaign funds.

Obama endorses Robin Kelly to replace Jesse Jackson Jr.


A Washingtonville man who broke into an occupied apartment pleaded guilty last week to burglary.

Washingtonville man pleads guilty to burglary


When Mary Lou Bennington of Morris became a ``Big'' to Amanda Flick through the Big Brothers Big Sisters program in March 1998, she had no idea how proud she'd be when, 10 years later, Flick chose to become a ``Big'' herself.


Hughes & Hughes will open its new store, which will stock more than 53,000 books, in Dundrum this Saturday.


Broadthink, a boutique branding and new business development company servicing a wide range of clients, has launched HerBusyLife.com, a site specifically designed for all busy women, especially women over 40.


During a gig in Miami last night, Dave bombed his set and started to check his text messages while on stage.

Dave Chappelle checks text messages on stage


The controversial founder of Swiss commodities giant Glencore, Marc Rich, who was pardoned by President Bill Clinton on his last day in office for tax evasion, has died at the age of 78, his company said on Wednesday.

Controversial Glencore founder Marc Rich dies at 78


A 20-year-old Maple Valley man was arrested on Mercer Island for allegedly stealing twenty bottles of alcohol from a QFC early Monday morning.

Maple Valley man arrested for allegedly stealing twenty bottles of alcohol from a QFC


European stocks sank more than 4 per cent to their lowest close in nearly 2-1/2 years on Monday as the fire sale of troubled Wall Street investment bank Bear Stearns sparked a sharp sell-off among banks.

European stocks sink to lowest close in 2-1/2 years


British Fashion designer Alexander McQueen committed suicide by hanging himself on the eve of his mother's funeral.

Fashion designer Alexander McQueen hangs himself on eve of mother's funeral


The euro fell to its lowest in a month against the dollar on Friday, dropping below $1.3090 for the first time since mid-March and triggering sell orders that deepened its fall.

Euro falls to lowest in a month vs dollar


Japan plans to launch four satellites into space this week, including a South Korean one that is its first payload for a foreign customer.


We may initiate some concrete steps to combat terrorism, rather than cry over spilt milk..


Police said aggressive driving caused a rollover accident on the westbound SPID frontage road near Weber.


Violent partners will be banned from their homes under new plans to tackle domestic violence.

Violent partners to be banned from homes


The number of flu patients in Serbia is reducing, the Institute for Public Health of Serbia Dr Milan Jovanovic Batut released Friday.

Number of flu patients in Serbia is reducing


A Rimersburg man was killed in a vehicle accident in Paint Township, Clarion County, Friday.


The Penguins wins the Stanley Cup in a 2-1 Game Seven victory over the Detroit Red Wings.


ALTOGETHER 108 Chinese mining workers have been held by Philippine police in Zambales for involvement in economic disputes, China News Service reported today, citing a Chinese consul to the Philippines.

108 Chinese workers held by Philippine police


Ithaca College will conduct a test of its new outdoor public address warning system Tuesday.

Ithaca College to test warning system Tuesday


Russian Model Irina Shayk was spotted looking sexy in leather as she walked through the streets of New York City.


More than 13,000 people become Aussies Updated: 11:12, Thursday January 26, 2012 About 13,700 people from 144 countries will become Australians this Australia Day.


Mark Ronson has announced he's got engaged to his girlfriend, model and actress Josephine de La Baume.

Mark Ronson gets engaged to Josephine de La Baume


A man has been charged with breaking into a home on Tuesday and killing a dog there.

Man charged with breaking into home, killing dog


Vakifbank, Turkey's third largest state-owned bank by assets has planned a series of investor meetings ahead of a potential dollar-denominated bond, one of the banks arranging the meetings said Wednesday.

Vakifbank plans investors meetings ahead of potential bond


Angry Birds, the runaway success mobile game, has hit 500 million total global downloads this week, in just under 2 years of availability.


The Dow Jones industrial average fell more than 40 points today, and shares of Louisiana companies ended the day mixed.


A bomb blast killed six bodyguards belonging to a controversial Afghan governor in violent southern Helmand province, officials said Thursday.


Local aid agencies have accused the military of mounting ``food blockades'' and depriving displaced people of urgently needed relief assistance.

Aid agencies accuse military of mounting food blockades


Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford will miss at least one more game with an injured right shoulder.


LAN has reported a net income of US$76.1 million in Q1 2012, a decrease of 21.8% compared to Q1 2011.

LAN airlines reports net income of US$76.1 million for Q1 2012


CHICAGO ― A 26-year-old man attempting to escape from police custody died early Saturday after falling out of a police wagon.


A 49-year-old Loveland woman has been missing for more than a week, but might simply be traveling to or from Nevada or California, police said Tuesday.


Albion star James Morrison has refused to write off his season despite admitting he has no idea when he will return from a heel injury.


Britney Spears is set to release her new album this year and has revealed she has taken a leap in a different direction and thinks her fans will be ``surprised'' by her new material.

Britney Spears to release new album this year


AN OAP was left in agony in a hospital bed for five days waiting for an X-ray on a suspected broken ankle.

OAP left for five days waiting for X-ray


Oprah Winfrey received an honorary degree from the University of the Free State in South Africa on Friday.


Doctor Who star Karen Gillan is set to play an author in a new Scottish movie.

Karen Gillan to play author in new Scottish movie


The Queen's Christmas speech is set to be broadcast in 3D for the first time ever this year, it has been confirmed.

The Queen's Christmas speech to be broadcast in 3D


Apple has been awarded a patent for its multi-touch technology used on the Apple iPhone that could put competitor products, such as Palm's Pre and Google's Android-powered G1, on thin legal ground.

Apple awarded patent for multi-touch technology


British bank Barclays is to buy the British credit card assets of online bank Egg from US lender Citigroup for an undisclosed price, as part of plans to boost its retail banking business.

British finance giant Barclays to buy credit card assets of online bank Egg


The shilling ceded more ground to the dollar hitting the Sh68.10/68.20 mark in a week characterised by scarcity of the greenback with reduced inflows from agriculture and tourism.

Shilling cedes more ground to the dollar


Linas Kleiza of the Denver Nuggets has been fined $25,000 for verbal abuse of officials after a game in Denver on Friday.

Kleiza fined $25,000 for verbal abuse of officials


MetLife has grabbed a 2 percent share of New York's residential mortgage market just as rock-bottom lending rates and rising consumer confidence begin to spur home sales, according to Crain's.

MetLife grabs a 2 percent share of residential mortgage market


Amy Winehouse has reportedly split with her boyfriend of four months Reg Traviss following claims that he was being unfaithful.


The Arizona real estate market is sending out mixed messages to international investors considering buying property in the region.

Arizona real estate sending out mixed messages


Hilarie Burton and Chad Michael Murray could return to One Tree Hill, at least for one important episode.

Hilarie Burton and Chad Michael Murray could return to 'One Tree Hill'


During the December 23 sitting, the Armenian government approved the bill on introduction of amendments to the Law on Free Economic Zones.

RA government approves bill on introduction of amendments to law on Free Economic Zones


India guar futures ended lower on technical resistance on Thursday after trading higher for most of the session, analysts said.

India guar futures lower on technical resistance


Despite most of us suffering constrained circumstances right now, Sky has managed to double the subscriber base to its HD digital satellite broadcasting platform in the 12 months from to March 2009.


Sepp Blatter has called a crisis meeting of FIFA chiefs following the Republic of Ireland's controversial World Cup exit at the hands of France but the world governing body are not considering a U-turn over their decision to refuse a replay.


A fatal traffic collision involving two vehicles was reported Tuesday night west of Selma, according to the California Highway Patrol dispatch log.


US Attorney Stephanie A. Finley announced today that a former youth minister and Half Back Media owner Eric Michael Manuel, 23, of Lafayette was sentenced to 27 years in prison by US District Court Judge Elizabeth E. Foote for enticing minors to engage in criminal sexual activity.

Former youth minister sentenced to 27 years in prison


Author Suzanna Leigh will share her memories of the movies of old Hollywood in a Meet the Author program through the Orange County Public Library System.

Suzanna Leigh shares memories of old Hollywood


Tokyo stocks opened 0.45 percent higher on Monday with expectations of more European action to help solve the eurozone's relentless debt crisis.


New Jersey is expanding its new public school choice program by 56 school districts, which will nearly triple the number of students able to transfer.


A Massachusetts man survived 20 hours trapped underneath his snowmobile in below-freezing temperatures in the northern tip of Maine.

Man survives 20 hours trapped under snowmobile


Michael Lohan faces up to four years in prison after being charged following his latest two arrests.


A tornado watch has been issued for Palm Beach County as a system of strong thunderstorms roll through the area.

Tornado watch issued for Palm Beach County


Indonesia on Thursday held its key interest rate at 5.75 percent for the ninth straight month, saying inflation was in check and pressure on the rupiah was easing.

Indonesia holds key interest rate at 5.75 percent


Indian federal bond yields traded in a narrow range on Tuesday but stayed below previous closing levels as traders were covering short positions after the recent sell-off pushed yields to 16-month highs.


The Brazilian real opened weaker Friday against the US dollar ahead of US jobs data expected to show a spreading economic slowdown in the world's largest economy.

Brazil's real opens weaker ahead of US jobs data


The jobless rate in DeKalb County fell slightly in February, according to preliminary figures released Friday by the Alabama Department of Industrial Relations.


Getty Images Attorney General Pam Bondi today filed a lawsuit against BP and Halliburton over the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Attorney General Pam Bondi files lawsuit against BP


Two-thirds of tanker drivers have voted to strike in a row over staff terms and conditions in the fuel delivery industry.

Tanker drivers vote for strike over terms and conditions


Vijay Mallya-owned Kingfisher Airlines, which plans to raise $400 million from private equity investors, may have to settle for structured finance such as sale and leaseback or securitisation of receivables, say private equity experts in Mumbai.

Vijay Mallya may have to settle for structured finance


Manchester United have reportedly been encouraged to make a move for Real Madrid midfielder Lassana Diarra.

Manchester United could make move for Lassana Diarra


Kansas City firefighters said they pulled a woman from a burning home in southeast Kansas City on Wednesday afternoon.

Firefighters pull woman from burning home


Bangladesh on Sunday agreed to tour Pakistan for a short one 50-over match and one Twenty20 international tour later this month, reviving international cricket suspended in the country three years ago.


European stock markets mostly fell Monday as earnings from Dutch electronics group Philips disappointed traders, who also looked ahead to key economic data releases from both sides of the Atlantic.


South African president Jacob Zuma will today marry his fifth wife, in fact, the latest bride,Thobekile Madiba has been his long-time sweetheart.


The ``most enjoyable'' annex -- of South Willow Avenue/Burgess Falls Road -- has passed its first reading.


On this Easter weekend, East Texas students recreate a version of the journey of Jesus Christ.

East Texas students recreate the journey of Jesus Christ


NY storm victims get housing on Conn. church land When floodwaters from Superstorm Sandy filled Robert Rassi's bungalow in New York, he said, he survived by clinging to his front door for 13 hours until firefighters in a boat rescued him.

Ny storm victims get housing on Conn. church land


Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney, who is questionable with a sprained right ankle, said Wednesday that he felt much better and expressed cautious optimism he will be able to play in Super Bowl XLIV.


Immigrants held in a South Texas detention center have begun an indefinite hunger strike.

Immigrants in Texas detention center begin hunger strike


The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has organized several events to celebrate the Greek Letters and the Feast Day of the Three Hierarchs, St. Basil the Great, St. Gregory the Theologian and St. John Chrysostom.

Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America celebrates the Greek Letters and Three Hierarchs


Police say a man believed to have crashed his sports utility vehicle stole an empty school bus and crashed it near a Suamico tavern.


A United Nations Representative has revealed today that 1.4% of UN staff globally live with HIV.


A woman shot dead by her former partner saved six lives by donating her organs to others, it emerged yesterday.

Woman shot dead by former partner saved six lives by donating her organs


Box secured a much needed win on Saturday that has lifted them back to the middle of the table.


``As a kid, I never wanted to be a singer - I was far too shy - but I needed a way of externalising my thoughts because I was always talking sh*t,'' she told The Guardian.

Duffy: ``I never wanted to be a singer''


Kuwait and China jointly held a groundbreaking ceremony for a $9 billion refinery and petrochemical complex in the southern Chinese city of Zhanjiang, with completion scheduled for late 2014, Kuwaiti Consul General in Guangzhou Abdulwahab Al-Sager said yesterday.

Kuwait, China hold groundbreaking ceremony for $9 billion refinery


Schalke have confirmed on their official website that Raul will leave the club at the end of the season.

Schalke confirm Raul will leave at end of the season


The Pentagon has said the US relationship with Pakistan is settling into a more normal phase, following last week's revival of Pakistani supply routes into Afghanistan.

Pentagon says relationship with Pakistan settling into normal phase


Russia Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has said Russia is ready to inject liquidity into markets should this become necessary.

Russia ready to inject liquidity into markets


Orange will invest in MVNOs and e-commerce sites that sell telecoms-related equipment or airtime.

Orange to invest in MVNOs and e-commerce sites


US Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama dropped a plan to visit wounded US troops in Germany on Friday after the Pentagon said such venues should not be used for political campaigns.

Obama drops visit to wounded US troops in Germany


Lindsay Lohan is reportedly selling her designer wardrobe to a second hand store in an effort to raise money for her numerous legal woes, according to the Daily Mail.

Lindsay Lohan sells designer wardrobe to second hand store


Telx, a provider of interconnectivity solutions, has acquired an additional 6,000sqft of collocation space in San Francisco, California.

Telx acquires additional collocation space in San Francisco


Google Inc., the world's largest Internet-search company, will announce a new music service today at its I/O developer conference, stepping up competition with Apple Inc. and Amazon.com Inc.

Google will announce music service at developer conference


AN e-fit of a cyclist who indecently exposed himself to a woman by the riverside in Bewdley has been released by police.

Cyclist indecently exposes himself in Bewdley


A man who tried to abduct an Australian tourist in Nelson's Haven Rd in broad daylight told police he intended to have sex with the woman because ``a feeling came over him he couldn't resist''.


Galatasaray have signed Swedish striker Johan Elmander from English Premier League club Bolton, the Turkish club announced on Monday.


SOUTH BRUNSWICK A 41-year old Somerset County man was struck and killed early Thursday on Route 1 in South Brunswick.

Somerset County man killed on Route 1 in South Brunswick


Hundreds of London bus workers held a protest at City Hall against government spending cuts which they claim will hit transport services.

London bus workers protest against spending cuts


Optus has grown its mobile customer base to 9.23 million as at 30 September 2011, up 131,000 or four per cent year on year.


Indonesian telecommunications provider Indosat is extending its promotional bonus program called ``Program 3 hari 3 malam lanjuut'' which means '3 days 3 nights continues,' up until October 24 (1).


Turkish State Minister Cevdet Yılmaz left yesterday for Nigeria where he will attend the 13th session of the D-8 Council of Ministers as well as D-8 7th Head of States Summit in the Abuja province.

Turkish state minister Yılmaz leaves for Nigeria


Rookie Dustin Keller has been performing well, and has been lining up all over the field, according to Newsday.


The Supreme Court on Friday unanimously dismissed a case against the Electoral Commission in the creation of the 45 new constituencies.

Court dismisses case against Electoral Commission


Town hall pensions are costing council taxpayers £300 each a year, as costs almost double in the last four years, it was suggested yesterday.

Town hall pensions costing council taxpayers £300 each a year


Two mobile homes in Allenstown and Epsom were destroyed by separate fires early this week.


Chinese gamers spent USD 1.7 billion on online games in 2007, up 71 per cent from the prior year, according to market intelligence firm Niko Partners.

Chinese gamers spent $1.7 billion on online games


AN 18-year-old man from the Andover area has been arrested and questioned on suspicion of sexually assaulting two children under the age of 13.

Man arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting two children


Mary Hanafin has been named as the new Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil after Micheál Martin announced the party's front bench reshuffle this afternoon.


The students and staff at Shediac Cape School raised over $1,000 for Big Brothers/Big Sisters with a penny drive.


US Senator Charles Schumer helps kick off the 2012 Citizenship NOW! to help thousands of immigrants receive information about citizenship in the United States.

Senator Schumer helps kick off 2012 citizenship NOW!


A toddler died Thursday after she was run over in the driveway of her home by her aunt.

Toddler dies after being run over in driveway


France and Rwanda plan to restore diplomatic ties cut in 2006 when Paris issued arrest warrants for aides to President Paul Kagame over the genocide in the African state, officials here said Sunday.

France and Rwanda restore diplomatic ties:


Exxon Mobil said Monday that it has agreed to buy XTO Energy, a natural gas producer, for $31 billion in stock and the assumption of $10 billion in debt, the largest energy merger in nearly 10 years.

Exxon Mobil to buy XTO Energy for $31 billion


900 jobs gone in Vic public service Updated: 08:03, Saturday June 23, 2012 Nine hundred public sector jobs have already gone in Victoria with the government targeting two-thousand-600 voluntary redundancies across the public service.


The Amsterdam At Harborside, a $259 million dollar project, celebrated its grand opening earlier this month with its residents and neighbors in the local community.

The Amsterdam at Harborside celebrates grand opening


American Idol contestant Arianna Afsar named Miss California on Saturday, a far happier final decision than her AI run which was still successful -- but unfortunately did not get her to the finals.


A Bigfork man who was questioned in the murder of 24-year-old Clyde Wilson was released from jail without charges Tuesday.

Man questioned in murder released without charges


The Tunisia revolt and Egypt protest has inspired anti-government protests in North Africa and the Middle East despite compromises by nervous governments.

Egypt protest inspires anti-government protests in North Africa and Middle East


Qantas executives risk up to 10 years in jail if they continue to engage in cartel price-fixing practices, Australia's competition watchdog says.


Oak Park gave up six runs in the inning Friday, losing 7-3 to Ozark in a Missouri Class 4 baseball semifinal at Meador Park.

Oak Park loses to Ozark in Missouri Class 4 baseball semifinals


COOKEVILLE, Tenn. Stephen Hall scored 19 points to help Jacksonville State beat Tennessee Tech 82-66 in both team's conference opener on Saturday night.

Jacksonville State beats Tennessee Tech 82-66


A San Diego police officer was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of raping a woman while on duty, a day after the police chief apologized for a spate of officer-misconduct allegations and announced new measures to regain the public's confidence.

San Diego officer arrested on suspicion of rape


Asian stocks fell for a second week as concern about Europe's debt crisis and the Bank of Japan's policy announcement disappointed investors.


Amy Winehouse died alone in bed before being found by a bodyguard, according to her publicist.


Gov. Deval L. Patrick declared a state of emergency this afternoon and called out 200 National Guardsmen for communities that need help sheltering people during the ongoing snowstorm.

Gov. Patrick declares state of emergency


Peruvian exports totaled $3.67 billion in February, up 9 percent from the same month last year, according to the exporters' association, Adex.

Peru exports total $3.67 billion in February, up 9 percent on year


Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria Parker is turning waitress for a night, after donating her services for a charity auction.


Norwegian dairy group TINE issued its year-end figures on Thursday 819 February), posting an operating profit of NOK619m, as compared to NOK589m in 2007.

Norwegian dairy group TINE posts operating profit of NOK619m


It has been reported that Meatloaf has left the Q Awards to receive medical treatment.

Meatloaf 'leaves Q Awards for medical treatment'


A volunteer is a friend to all, the first to lend a helping hand and the last to say they don't have the time.


Rihanna is already our ultimate girl crush but now the star claims she can turn straight women bisexual.


Barnes and Noble Nook is now selling on eBay for $99 sounds like a great bargain, but is it really?


French celebrity chef Eric Ripert, whose restaurant Le Bernardin has been called the best seafood destination in New York City, has launched his own line of top end caviar that comes at a price tag of $1,050 for eight ounces.


Online Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have been told to cool theior relationship and concentrate on their careers whilst they are hot stuff in Hollywood.

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart told to concentrate on careers


Yes, I used DKB and celeb in the same sentence because like it or not, that's what Big Brother has made him.


Ross County striker Steven Craig has been banned for eight matches following an incident in his team's recent fixture with Livingston.

Ross County striker Steven Craig banned for eight matches


Building volume has shrunk 77 pct from its peak in 2005 By Harry Papachristou ATHENS, March 29 - Greek construction shrank for a sixth consecutive year in 2011 and is unlikely to recover in 2012, hit by a tax onslaught and an investment slump caused by EU/IMF-imposed austerity policies, statistics service data showed on Thursday.

Greek construction shrinks for sixth year in 2011


Web host Easyspace is offering a seasonal promotion, it was reported recently.

Web host Easyspace offers seasonal promotion


StarCraft II expectedly exploded at US retail last month, shifting 721,000 units in the region.


The much anticipated superhero comedy ``Kick Ass'' premieres tonight, and Ustream is bringing you ALL the red carpet glitz and glam LIVE.


Illinois gubernatorial hopeful Scott Lee Cohen is still collecting signatures before a petition deadline later this month.

Scott Lee Cohen still collecting signatures


The Phoenix Suns hope to rebound from just their second loss of the season when they host the Toronto Raptors Sunday night at US Airways Center.


The International Criminal Court has charged Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir with three counts of genocide in Darfur, a move that will pile further diplomatic pressure on his isolated regime.

International Criminal Court charges sudan President Omar al-Bashir with genocide in Darfur


A nine year old girl who fell ill to Ecoli in Saugeen Shores is now doing well in hospital.

Girl falls ill to Ecoli in Saugeen Shores


Russia and Myanmar share the understanding that there is no alternative to the creation of Asia-Pacific Security and Cooperation Architecture based on a legal non-bloc framework.


Microsoft, Redmond, Wash., has been assigned a patent developed by Wilhelm R. Schmieder, Snoqualmie, Wash., and Jeson Patel, Seattle, for ``privacy modes in a remote desktop environment.''

Microsoft assigned patent for privacy modes in a remote desktop environment


The command and control ship USS Mount Whitney sailed on Sunday for Georgia, carrying 17 tons of humanitarian aid including blankets, juice, powdered milk and hygiene products, the US Navy said Tuesday.


MIAMI The Miami Dolphins will release seven-time Pro Bowl linebacker Zach Thomas, who plans to continue his career with another team.


Sasha Baron Cohen is set to play Queen frontman Freddy Mercury in an upcoming biopic.

Sasha Baron Cohen to play Freddy Mercury


China Mobile Ltd cut international roaming fees charged for 38 countries and regions by as much as 80 percent on Monday in the hope of maintaining high-end users' loyalty amid the increasingly intense domestic competition.

China Mobile cuts international roaming fees


London, British model-actress Kelly Brook is consulting a hypnotist these days to help her cut down on the time she takes to get ready for an outing.


Credit Suisse has appointed Edward Jewell-Tait as head of private banking in Australia from 4 July, being based in Sydney and reporting to David Livingstone, chief executive of Australia, and Marcel Kreis, head of private banking for Asia-Pacific.

Credit Suisse appoints head of private banking in Australia


Currently focusing on successful security transition in the war-torn Afghanistan,the Pentagon has ruled out any change in the US strategy in Afghanistan .

Pentagon rules out any change in US strategy in Afghanistan


A 54-year-old Woodbury woman was found stabbed to death in her South Broad Street apartment, authorities announced this morning.


Mirwaiz Umar Farooq in a statement issued in Srinagar said that New Delhi couldn't suppress the ongoing indigenous liberation movement by using brute force against the people of Kashmir, reports KMS.

Delhi can't suppress liberation movement:


Today, Congressman Anh ``Joseph'' Cao announced nearly $300,000 in National Science Foundation grants for New Orleans universities.

Cao announces nearly $300,000 for New Orleans universities


Bangladesh said on Friday it would protest to India about Indian ships conducting a survey in an area in the Indian Ocean Dhaka states falls in its territorial waters.


Ellen celebrated Earth Day on her show today.


Dell Inc is in talks with private equity firms to go private, Bloomberg reported on Monday, sending the personal computer maker's shares soaring 15 percent.


Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi will campaign for the BJP-JD combine in Bihar, insists the BJP.


India won the World Cup for the first time in 28 years with a six-wicket victory in Mumbai over Sri Lanka.


Samsung Electronics Co , the world's top computer memory maker, said today that it has developed a new computer memory module that reads and writes data at a speed twice as fast as previous devices.

Samsung develops new computer memory module


The Rocori football team will play Rogers Thursday night at 7pm at St. Cloud State in the Class 4A State tournament quarterfinals.


Indonesia is targeting 6.8 million foreign tourist visitors in 2009 with tourism officials insisting that the tourism sector will remain the ``prima donna'' of the nation's foreign exchange generators.

Indonesia targets 6.8 million tourists for 2009


Indian government bond prices fell Friday due to weak demand at a central bank auction and rising worries of a hawkish stance at the monetary policy review later this month.

India bonds fall on weak demand at auction;


About 280 dogs comprising of thirty-six breeds participated in a dog show held in Chennai today.

About 280 dogs participate in a dog show in Chennai


The Chicago Cubs recalled left-hander Sean Marshall from Triple-A Iowa, put outfielder Reed Johnson on the disabled list and activated pinch-hitter Daryle Ward from the 15-day DL on Tuesday.

Cubs recall Marshall, put Reed Johnson on disabled list


Acorda Therapeutics, Inc. today announced that it will host an analyst and investor breakfast on April 14, 2007, at the American Academy of Neurology annual meeting.

Acorda Therapeutics to host analyst and investor breakfast


The Norridgewock man accused of holding a paper mill manager hostage during a nearly 10-hour armed standoff has been indicted.

Norridgewock man accused of holding a paper mill manager hostage has been indicted


Vietnam will raise the minimum wage for public servants and employees of state-owned enterprises by 13.7% from May, a move that will put more upward pressure on prices.


Ashton Kutcher has addressed rumors of his alleged split from his wife Demi Moore with cryptic Twitter messages.

Ashton Kutcher addresses rumors of split with Demi Moore


Pan-African banking group Ecobank plans to open branches in more new countries in the next few weeks as it tries to take advantage of growing internal trade on the continent, its new chief executive said on Tuesday.