After re-signing for two years with the Boston Red Sox, DH David Ortiz went off on former manager Bobby Valentine in an interview with ESPNDeportes.


Shah Mehmood Quresh, Minister for Foreign Affairs said on Tuesday that the government was in contact with the Pakistanis detained by Spanish security agencies on suspicion of their involvement in terrorist activities.

Government in contact with the Pakistanis detained by Spanish security agencies


Billionaire Solomon Lew was unfairly portrayed as a ``greedy ogre'' in press reports of his multimillion-dollar legal stoush, a court has heard.

Lew unfairly portrayed as 'greedy ogre', court hears


Aamir Khan, who was supposed to join Twitter on July 1, joined the micro-blogging site a day in advance.


National number one men's squash player Ong Beng Hee failed in his bid to defend his Motor City Open title as he did not get past the quarter-final match of the tournament held at Detroit, United States on Sunday.

Ong Beng Hee fails to defend Motor City Open title


The leather industry has welcomed the Union Budget and has thanked Union Finance Minister for announcing certain major schemes for the benefit of the leather industry.


An industry source based in South America informed a polymerupdate team member over the weekend that a huge petrochemical plant is planned to be constructed by the SK Group of South Korea in Peru.

Petrochemical plant to be constructed by SK Group in Peru


Antioch University Los Angeles today announced the launch of a new Master of Arts in Urban Sustainability program as well as a Certificate in Urban Sustainability.

Antioch University Los Angeles announces new Master of Arts in Urban Sustainability program


Tontine™ Insulation supplied premium polyester insulation for the Rectangular Stadium, an iconic world-class sports and entertainment complex in Melbourne.

Tontine supplies polyester insulation for Melbourne Rectangular Stadium


The Gulf state of Qatar became the biggest investor in Barclays on Friday, after the British bank raised 4.5 billion pounds with a share issue.

Qatar becomes biggest investor in Barclays


Roger Birnbaum stepped down Wednesday as co-chairman and co-CEO of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer to become an exclusive producer at the studio.

Roger Birnbaum steps down as co-chairman, co-CEO of MGM;


Socialite Kim Kardashian also says, Eid Mubarak.


Christopher Lee/Getty Images Mirai Nagasu scored 63.35 points to win the short program.


LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network with more than 75 million members globally, has agreed to acquire ChoiceVendor, a startup that provides real-world ratings and reviews of business-to-business service providers in more than 70 categories across the United States.


A former Wells Fargo bond analyst has launched a new investment firm focused on real estate and private-equity deals.

Wells Fargo analyst launches investment firm


Datacolor has released a public beta of Spyder3Print for Mac and Windows.

Datacolor releases public beta of Spyder3Print


Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin appears to be involved in another scheduling mishap, the fourth time in as many months organizers of an event expected an appearance from the GOP star only to discover at the last minute she would not attend.

Palin involved in another scheduling mishap


Complications during pregnancy and childbirth are a leading cause of death and disability among women at child bearing age in Fiji.


Irish coach Declan Kidney believes that Leinster out-half Jonathan Sexton is ready to play in the Autumn Internationals, starting with the opening game against South Africa on Saturday, 6 November.

Irish coach Declan Kidney believes Jonathan Sexton is ready


Tomas, which was a Category 1 hurricane Sunday morning, weakened to a tropical storm Sunday night, according to the National Hurricane Center in Miami.

Tomas weakens to tropical storm Sunday night


A British gran on death row in the US yesterday appealed to Gordon Brown to help save her from the lethal injection.

British gran on death row appeals to Gordon Brown


Figures released today show that 2.2 million working Australians have benefitted from enterprise agreements made under the Fair Work Act.

2.2 million Australians benefiting from the Fair Work Act


Pakistan scored 175-5 and must bowl Netherlands out for under 151 at Lord's to avoid being eliminated from the Twenty20 World Cup.

Pakistan score 175-5 against Netherlands at Lord's


It was here that actor Ji Hyun Woo suddenly confessed, ``I wanted to make this confession in front of the fans who enjoyed our drama. I sincerely love Yoo In Na.''

Actor Ji Hyun Woo confesses, ``I sincerely like Yoo In Na''


The Asian Development Bank is opposed to any OPEC-style rice cartel grouping Thailand, the world's biggest exporter, and four other Asian nations, its president said on Saturday.

Asian Development bank opposes rice cartel


Some state lawmakers, particularly those whose districts are being hit hardest by budget cuts to the state's charity hospital system, are pushing for a special session to address the crippling cuts.


State Rep. Coleman Young II, who finished fifth in the Feb. 24 Detroit mayoral primary, will endorse Mayor Ken Cockrel Jr. in the May 5 special election.


Del Mar-based homebuilder Brookfield Homes announced three homes were sold last week at its luxury new-home neighborhood Serenity at The Estates at StoneBridge.


In its Worldwide Developers Conference 2008 in San Francisco today, Apple has announced OS X 10.6, called Snow Leopard.


Today in DC Superior Court, Banita Jacks was deemed mentally fit to stand trial.


A Liberty County man pleaded guilty today to the shooting deaths of his mother and stepfather.

Liberty County man pleads guilty to shooting deaths


Younger stroke victims are sometimes misdiagnosed by doctors who view stroke as a condition associated with only older patients.

Some young stroke victims are misdiagnosed:


Four senior executives at American Airlines, the subsidiary of bankrupt AMR Corp., are retiring and a fifth senior position has been eliminated, AMR Chairman and CEO Thomas Horton said Tuesday.

Four executives with American Airlines are retiring


Though facing great adversity and an internal investigation into allegations of an incident between himself and one of his players, Mangino continues to insist that he, along with his team, are staying focused on the task at hand.


Extra sick days by public sector employees are costing Canadians billions of dollars annually.

Extra sick days costing Canadians billions:


Japan logged a surprise trade surplus of ￥32.9 billion last month, offering a glimmer of hope for its moribund economy, but economists warned that with oil prices heading higher the outlook remained uncertain.


Rahul Bose has commercial hits like ''Jhankaar Beats'' and ''Pyar Ke Side Effects'' to his credit, but the immensely talented actor prefers offbeat films because he feels he doesn't have the sex appeal to be a mainstream actor.

I don't have sex appeal to be mainstream actor:


I quit' wrote a second year engineering student in her suicide note before ending her life.

'I quit' wrote student before ending life


Bill Bratton turned in his badge, keys and his uniform's silver stars Saturday in a ceremony marking the official end of his seven years as Los Angeles police chief.


About 575 employees will lose their jobs when Chrysler Group LLC closes its Kenosha engine plant in October, the company said today in a notification that it sent to the state Department of Workforce Development.

Chrysler to close Kenosha plant in October


Bayside frontman Anthony Raneri has announced a few solo acoustic shows set for the Summer.

Bayside frontman Anthony Raneri announces solo shows.


The city of Tulsa is developing an online permit map that will allow residents to check the status of construction projects throughout the city.


Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan will turn to his youngsters if efforts to strengthen the squad in the next week come to nothing.


Cineworld is set to enter the Spanish market after acquiring cinema operator Cinesur Circuito Sánchez-Ramade.


HISTORIC buildings in the eastern suburbs are facing demolition because councils lack the power to step in, Norwood, Payneham & St Peters Mayor Robert Bria says.


After dominating the Summer Olympics in Beijing two years ago, China downplayed expectations Thursday for a similarly strong performance at the upcoming Winter Games in Vancouver.


Ross' office announced this week that he had been named to the gaming conference committee.

State Sen. Richard Ross named to gaming conference committee


Kyrgyzstan on Friday declared a state of emergency after bloody clashes between security forces and protestors over the arrest of dozens of demonstrators who cut off power to a Canadian-owned gold mine they want nationalised.

Kyrgyzstan declares emergency after clashes


Tonight, Natalie Portman made an appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman to promote her new film Brothers.

Natalie Portman on David Letterman promoting Brothers


Benidorm actress Crissy Rock has become the next star to be booted off I'm A Celebrity...


The Centre's wheat procurement may touch 250 lakh tonnes in the 2009-10 marketing season, if it could procure from Bihar the same quantity of the foodgrain that it had bought a year ago.

Wheat procurement may touch 250 lakh tonnes


Cuban dissident Laura Pollan, who founded the opposition group Ladies in White and for nearly a decade staged weekly protest marches with other wives of political prisoners to press for their release, died Friday, her husband said.


The Central Tibetan Administration Thursday said a mother of three immolated herself in Tibet to protest Beijing's ``repressive policies'' and demand the return of the Dalai Lama to his homeland.

Mother of three immolates herself in Tibet


A WOMAN was mugged by two men in broad daylight as she walked along a busy road.


Over one thousand environmental activists are expected to descend upon tomorrow's California Coastal Commission meeting in San Diego.

One thousand activists to descend upon California Coastal Commission meeting


Diego Maradona said he wants to hold talks with Al Wasl to try and save his job, one day after being fired as coach by the Dubai club.


The 21 APEC leaders will meet in Singapore next week to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the regional grouping.

APEC leaders meet in Singapore next week


The Detroit Tigers have decided to bring in Delmon Young to replace Magglio Ordonez after the latter was shelved for the whole post-season due to a broken ankle.

Detroit Tigers' Delmon Young replaces Magglio Ordonez --


The Australian Foreign Minister, Bob Carr, has announced that Australia has expelled two Syrian diplomats from the country.


Dow Chemical announced plans to build several plastics facilities on the US Gulf Coast to take advantage of cost-advantaged feedstocks available from increasing supplies of shale gas in North America.

Dow Chemical to build plastics facilities on US Gulf Coast


China most famous dissident artist, Ai Weiwei, was being harassed by police and warned to stay away from a planned court appearance on Wednesday, he said.

China dissident Ai Weiwei harassed by police, he says


Police in North Bend are still looking for a burglary suspect, after a Monday evening manhunt ended without a suspect in custody.

Police still looking for burglary suspect


Franklin Street Properties Corp., an investment firm specializing in real estate, announced today that it has reached a non-binding agreement in principle to acquire FSP Park Ten Development Corp. for a total purchase price of approximately $35.4 million.

Franklin Street properties Corp. announces an agreement in principle to acquire FSP Park Ten Development Corp.


A former Fort Pierce police officer charged with false imprisonment for inappropriately searching a homeless woman in February pleaded no contest Wednesday to battery and was sentenced to a year of probation.

Former Fort Pierce officer pleads to battery


``I would love to do Marathi film...they are doing well.


Seattle photo company Getty Images is being sold by Hellman & Friedman to The Carlyle Group for $3.3 billion.


``MOUNT EVEREST is singing for joy and the Brahmaputra River swirling with happiness''.


Miami Marlins center fielder Emilio Bonifacio, who leads the majors in stolen bases, could be headed for the disabled list because of a sprained left thumb.

Marlins' Emilio Bonifacio could be headed to disabled list


The coalition has seized control of both houses of the Victorian parliament, with counting in the upper house finalised on Tuesday.


In a potentially groundbreaking study that could have significant implications in the fight against obesity, researchers in Texas have shown how an experimental drug, designed to destroy the blood supply to fat cells, has helped fat monkeys lose weight.

Experimental drug helps fat monkeys lose weight


An NHS doctor accused of attempted car bombings in London and at Glasgow Airport has admitted that he is a terrorist by the English law.


Sprint Car and Modified racing legend Lou Blaney, father of NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Dave Blaney, died on Jan. 25.


in Sports Roger Penske said Wednesday that Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin have exchanged text messages since their final-lap crash at Fontana last weekend that left Hamlin hospitalized with a fractured vertebra.

Roger Penske says Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin have exchanged text messages


A double-decker bus carrying children from Tbilisi School No. 45 crashed into a Vissol gas station.

Bus carrying children crashes into gas station


The US unemployment rate rose to 7.2 percent in December 2008, from 6.8 percent in November, with 'large and widespread' job losses 'across most major industry sectors', officials said Friday.


Muslim ownership and management of private universities and colleges in Muslim-majority countries and Muslim-minority communities need to be strengthened to cater to the increasing demand for higher education arising from growth in the Muslim population.

Muslim ownership of private universities, colleges needs to be strengthened


That new car smell that can be so good for many people, might actually be making you sick.


Britain's Foreign Secretary David Miliband on Friday said that Pakistan was facing a mortal threat from its internal enemies.

Pakistan facing mortal threat from its internal enemies:


Recently, a gun was found in a teddy bear box meant as a Christmas gift.

Gun found in teddy bear Christmas gift donation


Michael D'Agostino has left Blackpool after his contract with the Championship outfit was cancelled by mutual consent.


John Calipari coached his final game as the head coach of the Dominican Republic team Thursday night.

Calipari coaches final game for Dominican Republic team


New York - Locked-out NBA players including Carmelo Anthony and Kevin Durant filed class-action antitrust lawsuits against the league on Tuesday in at least two states, saying David Stern's ultimatums left them no other choice.

NBA players file antitrust lawsuits against league


Ten people were injured, three critically, when a car flipped onto a sidewalk near Bryant Park.

Car flips onto sidewalk near Bryant Park


Canadian Emily Brydon took silver at the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup in her home country.


Two years ago, you learned some DIY home improvement tips from real estate agent Cynthia Kern.

Two years ago, you learned some DIY home ...


A DeKalb police officer, recently named Officer of the Month, was arrested on charges he stole from people while in uniform.

DeKalb officer arrested, charged with stealing while in uniform


Two people were killed and five others wounded in a suicide attack Saturday on the barracks of Algerian security forces at Tadmait near Tizi Ouzou, east of the capital, witnesses said.

Two killed in suicide attack on barracks in algeria: witnesses


Sydney, June 15 : ''Twilight'' star Robert Pattinson has opened up about his dating life or the non-existence of it.

Robert Pattinson opens up about his dating life


TO ALL the runners, walkers, cyclists and keep fit people out there, your food, air quality will soon be in doubt if the Dockyard incinerator gets the go ahead as well as the one at Lee Mill. There would be no escape from poor air quality.


But Madonna ended up booed off stage in Paris on Thursday night after charging up to 200 a head for a concert lasting just 45 minutes.


Alaska Airlines announced it will launch a new daily nonstop flight between Portland, Ore., and Pasco, Wash., starting August 27, on Bombardier Q400 aircraft operated by Horizon Air.

Alaska Airlines to launch daily Portland, Ore..


Ohio gas prices have jumped 8 cents in the last week as refinery issues continue to pump up prices throughout the Midwest.

Ohio gas prices have jumped 8 cents in the last week.


A Mayodan man has pleaded guilty to sex crimes involving two pre-teen boys and will now spend at least 15 years in prison.

Mayodan man pleads guilty to sex crimes involving boys


A man and a woman escaped unharmed after their car crashed into a bayou in Houston Monday night.

Man, woman escape unharmed after car crashes into bayou


``I'm not going to starve just to be thin,'' the 20-year-old model reportedly told the UK's Sun. ``I want to enjoy life and I can't if I'm not eating and miserable.''

Kate Upton: ``I'm not going to starve just to be thin''


India spot gold closed 2.14 pct lower, but off intraday lows, tracking global market cues.

India spot gold closes down but off intraday lows


'DJ Hero 2' is expanding its soundtrack adding three new mix packs to the game.

'DJ Hero 2' expands with three new Mix packs


Microsoft is taking its Zune music and download service international, with tiered launches in 20 markets including the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain planned for the autumn.


Blackburn assistant manager John Jensen is to leave his position with Rovers, the club have confirmed.

Assistant manager John Jensen leaves Blackburn


Alex Reid has revealed that he doesn't mind being henpecked by his wife Katie Price.

Alex Reid loves being henpecked by Katie Price


Kolkata, Aug 4 Club culture, which has produced world class players like Xavi Hernandez and Andres Iniesta in Spain, needs to be encouraged in the country, India captain Bhaichung Bhutia said today.


A once-esteemed Sikh couple have been ordered to pay their niece $415,000 after she was sexually abused for more than a decade at their Chilliwack farm.


Deutsche Bank AG is issuing a profit warning in the wake of market turbulence and charges of another euro250 million on Greek government debt.


Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani said that the government has increased power tariff on demand of the IMF and the World Bank.

We increased power tariff on demand of the IMF and the World Bank:


PlayCore, the leading global manufacturer of commercial playgrounds, announced today that it will be releasing a new thermoplastic coating for play structure decks.

PlayCore to release thermoplastic coating!


Vornado/Charles E. Smith laid off 15 people out of a total of 440 employees, according to sources inside the company.


Georgia on Friday broke diplomatic relations with Russia, heightening hostilities between the neighbours as Moscow also hit back at Western criticism.


Pensions and annuities provider Just Retirement announced today that it is expecting to post record sales for the fourth quarter of this year.


A Lincoln County couple is charged with TennCare fraud for allegedly obtaining prescription medications through TennCare with the intent of selling the drugs.


The on and off couple, Alex Loudon and Pippa Middleton have been spotted together cozy, as they arrived hand in hand at Wimbledon Center Court on Wednesday.


A Whitby man is facing charges after a weekend crash near Owen Sound killed three people, including a Bowmanville teen.

Whitby man charged in crash that killed three


Mitt Romney raised nearly $12.6 million in March--the best fundraising month of his campaign, according to aides.


Amitabh Bachchan has lashed out at social networking sites Twitter and Tumbler asking them to either rectify the malfunction or he will quit.

Amitabh Bachchan lashes out at Twitter and Tumbler


Dame Judi Dench has led the tributes to Oscar-winning actor Paul Scofield, who has died at the age of 86.


A cyberbully who forwarded explicit online photos of a teenage boy to the teen's school has been sentenced to 45 days in federal prison.

Cyberbully sentenced to 45 days in prison


General Motors reported the largest annual profit in its history today, even as losses in Europe dragged down fourth-quarter earnings.

GM reports largest annual profit in its history


Due to a reporting error, the story, ``New Web attack exploits unpatched IE flaw,'' posted Tuesday, misspelled the name of Armorize Technologies.


A Great Value product is being recalled because it may contain undeclared almonds, the Gilster-Mary Lee Corp., announced Friday in a news release.


Vic police helped vampire killers -court Updated: 17:31, Monday March 18, 2013 The triggerman in a hit on a Melbourne male escort has implicated two former policemen in the murder plot.


Marc Faber, who told investors to bail out of US stocks before 1987's so-called Black Monday crash, said the global economy is at the ``tail end'' of its growth.

Faber says global economy at tail end of growth


On Friday, the spot rubber showed a mixed trend as major grades remained unchanged on buyer resistance thought there were no quantity sellers till closing hours.


Scientists still don't know why hundreds of baby southern right whales are turning up dead around Patagonia, a decade after observers first saw signs of the worst die-off on record for the species, according to the Wildlife Conservation Society.

Why are baby right whales turning up dead?


Michael Schumacher on Tuesday announced he has called off his much-anticipated Formula One comeback because of lingering injuries from a motorcycling crash earlier this year.


Mercury dipped by a few notches in several parts of the north India as a woman succumbed to the chilly weather in Jammu and Kashmir where higher reaches continued to reel under intense cold.


The LSE 25-share index added 73.46 points to close at 1,601.81 points as against its opening at 1,528.35 points.


National Conference president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah will campaign for the Congress in the state and outside, party sources said yesterday.

Farooq Abdullah to campaign for Congress


The United States has condemned the ``senseless and inhumane'' extremist attacks in Pakistan after a day of bomb blasts that killed 126 people and sparked angry protests by Shiite Muslims.

Us condemns ``senseless and inhumane'' attacks in Pakistan


Former NBA coach and current broadcaster Mike Fratello will coach the Ukrainian national team at this summer's European championships in Lithuania, The Record reported Tuesday.


Gold dropped to its lowest in nearly three months on Tuesday, as one of last year's most fashionable investments joined a parade of commodities heading to the downside.


But after a limited session on Friday, he's likely to play on Sunday night against the Packers.


A mild tremor jolted the capital and its adjoining areas Friday.The meteorological department said the tremor measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale was felt at 6:58 am.Its epicentre was 183 kilometres off Bangladesh-India border.


Glenn Agliotti, the first State witness in the corruption trial of former police head Jackie Selebi, returns to the stand after his attempt to get the judge to recuse himself was dismissed.


The person in charge of The Palms Casino Resort, George Maloof believes that the partnership announced between Palms and TPG would enable the online casinos resort develop and expand its operations easily.

Partnership announced between Palms and TPG


It is reported that Magang set up targets for 2009, focusing on improving the product quality and strengthening the inner management.


Salesforce.com (NYSE: CRM), the enterprise cloud computing company, today unveiled Service Cloud 3, the next generation of social contact centers.

Salesforce.com unveils Service Cloud 3, the next generation of social contact centers


A former Rwandan minister facing charges of genocide was transferred Wednesday from Germany's Frankfurt to the UN war crimes tribunal in Tanzania, said the United Nations on its website.

Former Rwandan minister transferred to UN war crimes tribunal in Tanzania


A Colombian citizen is still missing in Japan two weeks after the devastating earthquake and tsunami hit the country, local media reported on Friday.


Free agent Desmond Mason won't be returning to the Oklahoma City Thunder next season.


NATO said on Friday it had decided to resume full cooperation with Mauritania in the Mediterranean Dialogue security forum, citing political progress after July presidential elections.

NATO resumes cooperation with Mauritania


Sony is bringing Google TV to Europe and the world with two stand-alone products, a network media player and a Blu-ray Disc player.


US President Barack Obama has told the BBC that he would be prepared to order another covert operation inside Pakistan against high level al-Qaeda or Taliban targets.

Barack Obama 'could order another operation in Pakistan'


Freshman Shelvin Mack scored 20 points to help No. 17 Butler beat Loyola of Chicago 78-55 Thursday night.

Mack scores 20 to help Butler beat Loyola-Chicago


A bomb exploded at the entrance gate to the Myawaddy telephone exchange about 8 am on Thursday.

Bomb explodes at Myawaddy telephone exchange


As soon as the words ``the private sector is doing fine'' slipped from President Obama's lips Friday morning, congressional Republicans went berserk.


``Despite the shining examples of the high achievement of American medical science, our healthcare system falls short of providing quality care, at low cost, to all Americans.''


Pasadena goes Greek this weekend, with the Annual Pasadena Greek Fest, September 16-18 at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California.


A canecutter in Nadi has been taken into custody by police for allegedly raping his daughter.


Levi Leipheimer won the 16.1 km uphill time trial in Vail, Colorado arriving 51`` ahead of Tejay Van Garderen who had won the second time trial.

Leipheimer wins uphill time trial in Colorado


An amputee sprinter, who''s nicknamed the ``Blade Runner'', has failed in his bid to qualify for this summer''s Olympics in Beijing, after South Africa''s athletics federation left his name off its 1600-metre relay team today.

``Blade Runner'' fails to qualify for the olympic games in Beijing


The San Diego Chargers traded up to select Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o.


Genesis Gaming Solutions, Inc. announced today that its BRAVO Poker product has been chosen once again to manage the World Series of Poker?? to be held at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

BRAVO Poker chosen to manage World series of Poker??


The McGill Redmen defeated the Western Mustangs 6-2 to claim the 100th Queen's Cup on Saturday, March 12 at Thompson Arena.

McGill Redmen defeat the Western Mustangs 6-2 in the 100th Queen's Cup


Kristy McNichol, 49, has officially announced that she is a lesbian.

Kristy McNichol announces she is a lesbian


A former Springfield resident who served two tours in Iraq and received the Bronze Star medal has died in Afghanistan.

Former Springfield resident dies in Afghanistan


The CBI chargesheet says that Prajapati escaped death twice, once when his friend Azam Khan's mother and wife were accompanying them in the train, and then for a second time in court.


The insurance and banking group Unipol aims to have a maximum of 500 to 550 bank branches compared with the 283 it operated at the end of March, Carlo Salvatori, chief executive, said in an interview with the weekly Il Mondo, without giving a timeframe.

Unipol aims to have maximum of 500-550 bank branches


Nadya ``Octomom'' Suleman filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in federal court today, just one month after going on welfare.


Rite Of Passage is set to step up in trip next week but Dermot Weld has yet to decide if he even runs at Cheltenham.


Ireland is moving to legalize abortion, the Financial Times reported Tuesday, detailing how the country's government will introduce legislation to allow abortions in Irish hospitals when the mother's life is at risk.


Cyprus has expressed its sympathy and solidarity with Greek people after a strong earthquake hit Greece, Cypriot media reported on Monday.

Cyprus expresses sympathy with Greece over earthquake


Pakistan Test batsman Yasir Hameed revealed that his team mates are cheats and have been fixing ``almost every match.''

My team mates fixing almost every match:


Francois Hollande has threatened to block the eurozone's new financial treaty unless Germany agrees to renegotiate its stringent austerity measures.

Francois Hollande threatens to block eurozone's new financial treaty


The space shuttle Atlantis launched Friday at 2:20 EDT, right on time.


Train derailment causes LIRR delays The derailment of a non-passenger train is causing delays and cancellations on the Long Island Rail Road.


A young man who was shot by a sheriff's deputy at an east Harris County home dies from his wounds.


A Kau man who allegedly shot a man near his marijuana greenhouse Wednesday night has been charged with second degree murder, Big Island police said.


Boston Two men here have been charged in a superseding indictment with conspiring to provide material support to terror outfit al-Qaeda.

Two men charged with conspiring to provide support to al-Qaeda


More than 40 Berkeley County property owners will be exempt from paying fire fee increases adopted Thursday by a 4-1 vote of the Berkeley County Council.

More than 40 Berkeley county property owners to be exempt from fire fee increases


A thief stole a car with a four-month-old baby still in the back following a robbery at a post office in Middleton.


SAP is pledging a major partner push in the North American market, which includes the opening up of some enterprise accounts and an aggressive recruitment drive in certain areas.

SAP pledges major partner push in North American market


A Cabell County doctor will face charges for violating federal drug control laws.


Former PM of France Villepin said that France is ready to back Turkish companies in the globalisation process.


It is reported that European Union is concerned about a ``Buy American'' provision in a proposed US stimulus plan.

EU concerned with 'Buy American' provision


Supermodel Kate Moss is comforting her friend Rhys Ifans after he split from actress Sienna Miller.


The Connecticut National Guard is investigating why a man was run over by a military helicopter being towed to a hangar in Groton.


In 2009, the sales growth of drugs in the United States is expected to report an increase of between 1% to 2% despite the economic conditions.

Sales growth of drugs in the United States is expected to increase between 1% to


Railway minister Mamata Banerjee has announced compensation for those who were affected in Pipeline bridge collapse.

Railway minister Mamata Banerjee announce compensation


A man has been charged with attacking his girlfriend and maliciously destroying her property after a confrontation about her source of finances.


Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi said in a conversation with high school students that the current time period during the ``Galant document'' affair is ``a very unpleasant time.''

Ashkenazi says Galant document affair an 'unpleasant time'


Google has added indoor mapping to its Google Maps service in France, several months after making the service available in the US.

Google Maps adds indoor mapping in France


Woodland Hills-based Gumiyo, which develops mobile marketing technology, said today that it has launched an effort with the Los Angeles Times to market classifieds, online automotive, and real estate advertising via mobile phones.

Gumiyo launches effort with Los Angeles Times


Defense testimony will resume today in the trial of three men charged with the murder of a Riverside man allegedly gunned down during a confrontation over his friend's loss of a $100 bet on a street race.

Testimony to resume in trial of three men charged with the murder of a Riverside man


Ed McMahon, sidekick of Johnny Carson and former spokesman for Publishers Clearing House, has been hospitalized for pneumonia, TMZ reports.


Former Argentina captain Diego Simeone took over as coach of struggling San Lorenzo on Tuesday with the aim of reviving both his new team and his own career.

Simeone takes over as coach of San Lorenzo


A seven-year-old boy fell off a fifth floor window in Joubert Park in Johannesburg on Saturday, paramedics said.


Citigroup has nominated four new independent directors to stand for election at its annual meeting in April, as part of an ongoing shuffling of the troubled bank's board.

Citigroup nominates four new independent directors


The fight against Alzheimer's and Dementia will take to the streets of Campbell River Jan. 29, with the Investors Group Walk for Memories.

The fight against Alzheimer takes to the streets of Campbell River


A spokesman for Blake Edwards says the filmmaker has died in Southern California at age 88.

Veteran hollywood director Blake Edwards dies at 88


Four policemen, including a superintendent, were acquitted of assault after a court found their version of events more credible than that of the alleged victim, and that any force applied by them was legitimate.


US Senator Charles E. Schumer, in a letter to Google Chairman Eric Schmidt, urged Google to set up shop on Long Island via a unique partnership with the cutting edge Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.

Schumer urges Google to set up shop on Long Island


Cheryl Cole has managed to outshine Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie at her own concert.

Cheryl Cole outshines Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie


MTN Group (JSE:MTN), Africa's largest telecom group, said on Wednesday it has topped 150 million subscribers across 21 countries, as it continues to expand in fast-growing developing markets.


The Bonner Springs citywide cleanup will be at 8:30 am Saturday, April 18, at South Park.

Bonner Springs citywide cleanup to be in April


Three Greek weightlifters have tested positive for banned stimulants, a spokesman for the Hellenic Weightlifting Federation said Thursday.

Three Greek weightlifters test positive for stimulants


Japan's Toshiba Corp more than doubled its quarterly operating profit on booming sales of NAND flash memory chips and robust demand for LCD panels used in smartphones and tablets.


A CULLERCOATS church has revived an old Christian tradition to give a modern take on religion by creating a 'prayer labyrinth'.


A cook working with the India Reserve Battalion of Goa Police was arrested in Panaji on Monday for allegedly raping a minor girl.


Dominique Strauss-Kahn has broken his silence four months after a New York hotel maid accused him of sexual assault, calling his encounter with the woman a ``moral failing'' he deeply regrets.


Through a grant provided by the Caring for Carcinoid Foundation, researchers at the Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center have discovered several key mutations in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.

Researchers discover several key mutations in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors


A blanket ban on smoking in public places, aimed at bringing Greece's legislation into line with EU laws, comes into effect today.


Title insurer Fidelity National Financial Inc. and buyout shop Thomas H. Lee Partners are in advanced talks to acquire Lender Processing Services Inc. for about $2.9 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

Fidelity National Financial, Thomas H. Lee, in talks to acquire Lender Processing Services


Delhi Metro services will stop three hours before the normal time of 11 PM on Tuesday next on account of Diwali.

Delhi Metro services to stop before normal time on Diwali


World oil prices hit a new record of 101.32 dollars a barrel on renewed concerns over global crude supplies, dealers said on Thursday.


Autopsies show that two Icelandic skydivers died from blunt trauma during a jump last weekend.


``Real beauty captures the soul for God,'' said John Paul II. In Glimpses of the Divine:


A BROMSGROVE man has just won, by an overwhelming majority, a vote to become Oxford Professor of Poetry.

Bromsgrove man becomes Oxford Professor of poetry


Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani said that media as an important institution of the state has to play its due role in educating and guiding the people on national issues.

Media has to play its due role in educating, guiding the people on national issues


Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility for the attacks on NATO tankers in which 12 people were killed and 28 NATO oil tankers destroyed early Monday morning in Rawalpindi, a city near Pakistan's capital Islamabad, reported local media.

Pakistani Taliban claim responsibility for attacks on NATO tankers


Gigamon™, the leading global provider of Intelligent Data Access Networking™, today announced that Wireshark has added support for Gigamon's GigaSMART headers.

Wireshark adds support for Gigamon's GigaSMART headers


The Bombay Stock Exchange benchmark Sensex shot up 349 points today to over 19,470 as funds bought strong stocks, led by auto and IT sectors, amid forecast of normal monsoon and firm global cues.


BAE Systems, the global defence, security and aerospace company, aims to further strengthen its presence in Malaysia and the Asean region with its participation at the four-day Defence Services Asia 2012 exhibition starting April 16 at the Putra World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur.

BAE aims to strengthen presence in Malaysia


A man suffered horrific injuries, including two broken legs after being run over by a fork lift truck.

Man suffers two broken legs after being run over by fork lift truck


Over 14 million Syrians are casting their ballots in today's parliamentary elections in the Arab country.

14 million Syrians cast ballots in parliamentary elections


Art Technology Group Inc., a Cambridge company that provides technologies and support services for companies engaging in e-commerce, said that it paid $17 million in cash to buy InstantService, a Seattle-based provider of live chat services.


North Korea announced a reshuffle of top officials Thursday just days ahead of a key communist party meeting expected to pave the way for a power transfer from Kim Jong-Il to his son.

N.Korea reshuffles top officials ahead of key party meeting


The Police will investigate both statutory declarations made by P. Balasubramaniam even though the private investigator has retracted the earlier statutory declaration dated July 1.

Police to investigate both statutory declarations by Balasubramaniam


Charlotte Church denies she had saucy liaison with boyfriend and said she just needed the loo.


Two unlikely teams will contest the World Series of baseball which starts today and both the San Francisco Giants and Texas Rangers are looking to end years without success.


Liverpool legend Ian St John is calling on the Anfield board to appoint a British manager.

Liverpool legend Ian St John calls for British manager


Badal will be sworn in next week as Punjab chief minister for a record fifth term.

'Parkash Singh Badal to be chief minister'


The Los Angeles Dodgers filed for bankruptcy protection in a Delaware court yesterday, blaming Major League Baseball for refusing to approve a multibillion-dollar TV deal that owner Frank McCourt was counting on to keep the troubled franchise afloat.

La Dodgers file for bankruptcy protection


Former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante has been granted a restraining order against a woman named August Elizabeth Thomas for the next two years.

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers man John Frusciante granted restraining order


AP , 06.08.09, 09:23 PM EDT A new Omaha baseball stadium is expected to carry the TD Ameritrade name.

Omaha stadium will carry TD Ameritrade name


Phil Mickelson, with next month's US Open very much in mind, has withdrawn from the Memorial Tournament in Ohio due to fatigue after carding a seven-over-par 79 in Thursday's opening round.

Phil Mickelson withdraws from Memorial Tournament due to fatigue


Israel's interim PM Ehud Olmert has announced that Israel is to release 250 Palestinian prisoners as a signal of goodwill following talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.

Israel to release 250 Palestinian prisoners after talks with Abbas


India pepper futures ended down on Monday as a cheaper Brazilian crop hurt overseas demand for the Indian commodity, analysts said.

India pepper ends down as Brazil crop hurts demand


RUTHERGLEN school pupils built bridges last month as part of an ambitious project to teach students about engineering.


After tragically losing her former fiance in the 2004 Tsunami supermodel Petra Nemcova is finally happy again, The 31-year-old model is now engaged to be married to British actor Jamie Belman.

Supermodel Petra Nemcova to marry Jamie Belman


Stonehill College bounced back from a tough game one loss to claim a split with Southern Connecticut State University in a Northeast-10 Conference softball doubleheader at Pelz Field on Saturday afternoon.

Stonehill bounces back for split with Southern Connecticut State


Fine Gael has unveiled an €11 billion economic stimulus plan which it believes can generate 100,000 new jobs over the next four years.

Fine Gael unveils €11 billion stimulus plan


Coach Vinny Del Negro confirmed after Tuesday's practice that Chris Richard will return on Wednesday.


Ontario Finance Minister Dwight Duncan's response to his cancellation of the slots at racetrack revenue-sharing agreements demonstrates that he has totally lost touch with reality.


The TSX Venture Exchange closed Wednesday at 1,548.45, up 43.43 points.

Tsxv closed at 1,548.45, up 43.43 points


ARTEL opened a Canadian office to meet growing demand for its liquid handling quality assurance products and services in the region.


Commodore Muhammad Zakaullah has been promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral with immediate effect, said a press release of Public Relations Directorate of Pakistan Navy.

Commodore Zakaullah promoted as Rear Admiral


Asia Pacific aviation is entering ``unknown territory'', with a new industry structure potentially better positioned to cope with an economic downturn, according to Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation Executive Chairman, Peter Harbison.

Asia Pacific aviation is entering ``unknown territory'':


Bookies think Assange could win seat Updated: 06:57, Friday February 1, 2013 Commentators may not think Julian Assange has much chance of winning a Senate seat in the upcoming Australian election but one European bookmaker thinks he's in with a shot.


Girls Aloud member Nadine Coyle has been unable to secure a record deal for herself as a solo artist according to reports in The Sun newspaper.

Nadine Coyle unable to secure record deal


IBM has introduced to its services portfolio sets of pre-engineered technology services that take a standardized approach in tackling significant changes to a company's IT infrastructure.

IBM introduces pre-engineered technology services


86% of the public listens to radio and 65% listen to radio while driving, according to a survey by the Second Television and Broadcasting Authority.


Despite missing two games with a knee injury and struggling through several ugly games, RB LeGarrette Blount needs only 267 rushing yards through the final three games to reach 1,000 for the second straight year.

Blount needs 267 rushing yards to reach 1,000


Anti-war activist Cindy Sheehan is set to challenge House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., for her California congressional seat.


The Atkins diet may increase the risk of heart disease, a recent study conducted over a period of 25 years has revealed.

Atkins diet may increase risk of heart disease: study


DELHI, Iowa A northeast Iowa man has been arrested after firing shots during a stand-off with police.


France is to withdraw its two Harfang drones from Afghanistan as part of the reduction of its forces leading to total withdrawal by the end of 2013.

France to withdraw drones from Afghanistan


Lockheed Martin said Thursday that its chief executive, Robert J. Stevens, will retire in December after eight years in the job.

Lockheed Martin CEO Robert Stevens to retire in December


Maldives President Mohamed Waheed, pictured in May 2012, announced Maldives would create the world's biggest marine reserve to protect its fisheries and biodiversity at the Rio+20 summit.

Maldives to create world's biggest marine reserve


Global Partners LP, a Waltham company that operates oil terminals, said Tuesday that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of a West Coast crude oil and ethanol facility.

Global Partners completes acquisition of West Coast crude oil and ethanol facility


The Minister for Transport has confirmed that 16 new penalty point offences for motorists are be introduced next year.

16 new penalty point offences to be introduced


Punjab Police have seized six kilograms of heroin worth Rs 250 million and an AK-47 assault rifle during raids in Amritsar.

Punjab Police seize six kilograms of heroin


Prime Minister's Task Force on Islamabad Chairman Faisal Sakhi Butt on Sunday said the fruit and vegetable market located in sector I-11 would be developed on modern lines following the international standards.

'Vegetable market will be developed on modern lines'


Azerbaijani Consul General in Los Angeles Elin Suleymanov spoke on energy security of Azerbaijan and Europe before the teachers and students of the University of California at Santa Barbara.

Azerbaijani Consul General in Los Angeles speaks about energy security


A cold front from the Midwest could bring storms to the DC area Wednesday afternoon and evening.


A woman is suing St. Mary's Medical Center after she claims they are responsible for her husband's injuries.

Woman sues St. Mary's Medical Center for husband's injuries


A Cape Fear Valley Health System ambulance slammed into a parked car Wednesday morning on an Interstate 40 exit ramp, authorities said.

Ambulance slams into parked car on I-40 ramp


The Dish Network is hosting a job fair on Monday, the 21st of February, 2011 for those seeking a job.

Dish Network hosting a job fair on Monday


A large majority of MPs is opposed to cabinet plans to cut aid ministry spending on healthcare, including aids prevention, by €71m.

MPs opposed cabinet plans to cut spending on aids prevention


Parliament on Wednesday approved the increase in the gratuity limit for employees from Rs. 3.5 lakh to Rs.10 lakh, with the Rajya Sabha approving the legislation by voice vote.

Parliament approves increase in gratuity limit


by advertising a tongue-in-cheek promotional flight where 'your fourth wife goes free'.


Socialite Nicole Richie says she is not obsessed with designer labels and luxury brands when it comes to the clothes that she wears.

Nicole Richie not obsessed with luxury brands


Construction and engineering company Fluor Corp. said Monday that it has won contracts to provide services related to the development of the Ras Az'Zawr aluminum complex in Saudi Arabia.

Fluor to provide services for development of aluminum complex in Saudi Arabia


A British Army soldier killed while on foot patrol in Afghanistan was named by the Ministry of Defence on Sunday as Fusilier Petero ``Pat'' Suesue.

British Army soldier killed in Afghanistan named


Israel must chose between ``settlements or peace,'' Palestinian chief negotiator Saeb Erakat said on Monday ahead of the September 2 restart of negotiations in Washington.Duration: 00:53

Israel must choose between settlements, peace:


The gardens of Rock Hill, a historic Park Street estate that's now the overgrown back yard of MACAA, the Monticello Area Community Action Agency, are getting a makeover thanks to some community activists.


US stocks have closed mixed after China lowered interest rates to spur its slowing economy, while Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke dented stimulus hopes for the United States.


A Canandaigua man was charged Tuesday, Feb. 21, with second-degree identity theft.

Canandaigua man charged with identity theft


Actor Charlie Sheen has confirmed that he will return to acting with TV version of 2003 comedy film ``Anger Management''.

Sheen returns to acting with 'anger management'


A massive forest fire north of Edmonton that destroyed at least two homes and forced more than 150 people to evacuate was contained Saturday.


Swedish author Stieg Larsson did not finish a fourth novel before he suffered a fatal heart attack, his long-term partner Eva Gabrielsson has told BBC Radio 4's Woman Hour.

Stieg Larsson 'did not finish fourth novel'


Fort Collins police are investigating a Sunday morning motorcycle crash that sent three people to local hospitals.

Fort Collins police investigating Sunday morning motorcycle crash


31, 2010 Afghan authorities suspended two Christian foreign aid groups on suspicion of proselytizing in the strictly Islamic nation and said a follow-up investigation would include whether other groups were trying to convert Muslims.

Afghanistan suspends two Christian aid groups


After an outpouring of outrage, Maker's Mark announced Sunday that it won't be watering down its whiskey, after all.


A pilot who crashed his homemade, experimental airplane in rural northern Livingston County Monday afternoon remains in critical condition at the University of Michigan Hospital, according to a hospital spokeswoman.


The Revolution will defend its SuperLiga title against three other MLS teams and four Mexican clubs.


Popovic waits on selection calls Updated: 11:37, Thursday November 1, 2012 Western Sydney Wanderers coach Tony Popovic has not ruled out changing his team for Friday night's A-League clash with Melbourne Heart despite their confidence-building win over Brisbane Roar.


The Washington Post's Howard Kurtz reports that President Obama is going on Fox tomorrow.


Perry calls jobs record a big plus Republican presidential candidate Rick Perry said Saturday that he is open to sending American troops to Mexico to help battle drug cartels.

Perry open to sending us troops to Mexico to battle drug cartels


Even as Defence Minister AK Antony ordered a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the multi-crore Adarsh housing society scam, former defence minister Jaswant Singh on Wednesday said the probe will be detrimental for the army.


A media industry group says The Wall Street Journal remains the No. 1 US newspaper with average weekday circulation of 2.1 million, about the same as a year earlier.

Wall Street Journal remains No. 1 US newspaper


During a fast-paced, spirited, and sometimes heated debate, McCain had his best debate, but Obama still won.

McCain's best debate, but Obama still won


A 25-year-old California surfer who survived a brutal shark attack said Wednesday he punched the shark in the head until it finally released him.

Calif. surfer survives shark attack by punching it in the head


THIEVES stole a car and two laptop computers from a High Wycombe home on Sunday.


Medtronic, Minneapolis, has been assigned a patent developed by Volkert A. Zeijlemaker, Landgraaf, The Netherlands, for a ``medical device sensing and detection during MRI.''

Medtronic assigned patent for medical device sensing and detection during MRI


ATLANTA Two high-profile former Georgia Tech health professors who now work for the University of Minnesota were charged Wednesday with receiving paychecks simultaneously from both schools.

Two former Georgia Tech professors are charged


Oscar-winning actor Nicolas Cage has been arrested in New Orleans after a drunken argument with his wife outside a residence in the French Quarter.


On account of the news of the water contamination, the Queensland Government has halted the 'underground coal gasification' process.

Queensland Government halts underground coal gasification process


Marc Coma crashed out of the Rallye du Maroc in the third stage as Helder Rodrigues regained the overall lead.


Soul singer-songwriter Bobby Womack has been diagnosed with colon cancer, according to friend and fellow performer Bootsy Collins yesterday.

Bobby Womack diagnosed with colon cancer


The Toyota Camry was the most stolen new passenger car in 2009, according to the most recent information provided by the National Crime Information Center, a government agency that is part of the FBI.


On a five-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, President Prathiba Patil on Friday said border violations would be strongly dealt with by the army.

Border violations would be strongly dealt with:


Copper futures traded in positive zone on MCX today due to renewed buying interest among traders and speculators.


April McDaniel, 18, was shot in the throat and later died following a drive-by shooting in Englewood Monday afternoon.


Immigrant farmworkers are asking lawmakers for a form of state identification that they say will ease their isolation on the farm and help them qualify for state programs.

Farmworkers ask lawmakers for state identification


America has strongly condemned the suicide attack at Rawalpindi mosque and said that Taliban is a common enemy of America adn Pakistan.


Imhpal, Sept 20 Normal life was affected in Manipur due to the 12-hour general strike called by BJP and Left parties against the diesel price hike, FDI in multi-brand retail and ceiling on subsidised LPG.

Normal life affected in Manipur by strike


February 16, 2010, - Singer Lionel Richie has said he can't wait to walk his daughter Nicole down the aisle.

Lionel Richie can't wait to walk daughter Nicole Richie down aisle


Rachida Dati, France's glamorous former justice minister, has been caught moaning she 'can't stand it any more' in her new post as an MEP.

Rachida Dati 'can't stand it any more' as an MEP


Bank Negara international reserves totalled RM427bil as at March 15, the central bank said.


Estelle Getty, the diminutive actress who spent 40 years struggling for success before landing a role of a lifetime in 1985 as the sarcastic octogenarian Sophia on TV's ``The Golden Girls,'' has died.


Anne Robinson is to quit as presenter of the Weakest Link and she will not be replaced.

Anne Robinson quits the Weakest Link, goodbye!


Sacha Baron Cohen will play Holmes opposite Will Ferrell's Watson.

Sacha Baron Cohen to play Sherlock Holmes


Tony Parker led the Spurs to a rout of the Kings on Monday, finishing with 18 points on 8-of-17 shooting, three rebounds, six assists and six turnovers.

Parker leads Spurs rout of Kings on Monday


The first star to leave 'I'm a Celebrity...


Carl Pistorius also pleaded not guilty to two alternative charges of driving in a reckless and inconsiderate manner.


Police say the body of a Sylacauga man has been pulled from Lake Howard.

Body of Sylacauga man pulled from Lake Howard


Fashion designer Nicolas Ghesquière has announced that he will be leaving his post as creative director of Balenciaga.


Stafford Hospital, where hundreds of patients died needlessly because of poor care and neglect, is to be stripped of blue-light A&E services, acute care and most maternity services.


After having spent the last the seven months trying to refinance $27 billion of debt, Chicago-based General Growth Properties filed for bankruptcy today marking yet another victim of the current credit crisis in the financial markets.

General Growth properties files for bankruptcy


AutoNation posted a 33 percent decline in second quarter earnings, and said it would cut 1,300 jobs and sell some underperforming stores.


Reports show that an international car hire scam, based in Detroit, has now been foiled by federal agents.

International car hire scam foiled by federal agents


The bodies of two illegal miners, killed in apparent underground fighting, were found at the Tshepong mine at Odendaalsrus by mineworkers, police said on Saturday.


The following area students were named to the dean's list at Southern Illinois University at the New River Air Station and Camp Lejeune offices for the spring semester.

Students named to dean's list for Southern Illinois University


But Ben Affleck tweeted that he is going to live on $1.50 per day.


Rufus and Martha Wainwright will perform together in London this summer, in tribute to their late mother.

Rufus and Martha Wainwright to perform tribute to late mother


Immediately following a lengthy meeting in the Oval Office with Mark J. Sullivan, President Obama decided to order a hooker.


Gov. Bob McDonnell bluntly ruled out tax increases as a solution for Virginia's $4 billion budget shortfall, promising to target them for vetoes.


Part of Hull centre is to be pedestrianised as part of a trial by the police and city council to ``create a safe environment for revellers''.

Part of Hull centre to be pedestrianised in trial


Quick thinking and actions of a Lexington man and an off-duty firefighter most likely saved the lives of a Lexington couple this morning.


MINISTER for Education Ruairi Quinn has admitted that the Coalition bungled the pay rates for special advisers.

We bungled pay rates for special advisers --


Thermo Fisher Scientific introduces simple, rugged visible spectrophotometer with full scanning capabilities for education and routine applications.


A bride's kiss has saved a guest at her wedding, after a young friend collapsed on the floor on the dance floor.


Caroline Flack and her rumoured toy boy, One Direction star Harry Styles, were reportedly kept apart during The X Factor final this weekend so that show bosses could keep an eye on the pair.

Caroline Flack and Harry Styles ``kept apart'' at X Factor final


A Billings native who died in a plane crash last week near Kalispell is being remembered Friday.


Venezuela broke off diplomatic ties with Colombia yesterday in a worsening row over public accusations from Bogota that it was providing a safe haven to leftist guerrillas.


An area union is hosting a public forum on Wednesday to promote a living wage for workers.

Area union to host forum on living wages


By the grace of Almighty Allah, Pakistan possesses the potential of emerging as an important naval power.

Pakistan possesses potential to emerge as important naval power


``BP announced today a giant oil discovery at its Tiber Prospect in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico,'' the company said in a statement.

BP announces 'giant' oil discovery in Gulf of Mexico


The grandmother of a child injured in a car accident in Seal Cove says a car seat saved the child's life.

Grandmother says car seat saved child's life


Most British voters want to scrap nuclear weapons completely rather than replace the Trident missile programme as is currently planned, an opinion poll showed on Monday.

Most britons want to scrap nuclear weapons -- poll


Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc. today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss second quarter 2012 financial results on Friday, July 27, 2012 at 8:30 AM Eastern Time.

Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc. to announce second quarter 2012 financial results on July 27, 2012


Dallas ISD teachers are dissatisfied with new rules regarding grading that do not penalize students who have poor habits.

Dallas ISD teachers dissatisfied with new rules for grading


The High Court has held that an adjudicator was entitled to his fees for an adjudication despite breaches of the rules of natural justice in his conduct of it; provided that he had sought to comply with his statutory duties in good faith.

Adjudicator entitled to fees despite breach of natural justice


More cold-stressed sea turtles have been flown from New England to recover in balmy Florida.

More sea turtles flown from New England to Florida


English Premier League side Queens Park Rangers have released Ghanaian striker Patrick Agyemang, the club has announced.

Queens Park Rangers release Ghanaian Patrick Agyemang


Syrian security forces fired tear gas and live ammunition at anti-government protesters who took over a main square in the country's third-largest city today, witnesses and activists said.


While our 12-month view on the market remains positive, we recommend tactical caution going into the next quarter.

Recommend tactical caution going into next quarter:


Volunteers have released 16 turtles rehabilitated at a North Carolina rescue center.


My Chemical Romance will mark their upcoming summer festival dates with the release of the single 'Bulletproof Heart' on June 13th on Reprise.

My Chemical Romance to release 'Bulletproof Heart'


Parliament lost over 106 hours during the month-long Winter session which was marred by turmoil over issues like FDI and quota in promotions, but managed to pass some key legislations including banking reforms bill.

Parliament lost over 106 hours during Winter session


A Kanawha County man filed a suit against a steel company after he was crushed by a two ton die on the job.

Man sues Steel company after he was crushed on the job


Australia won the Olympic silver medal in the team eventing, after being narrowly pipped for gold by Germany.


Iran would ``blow up the heart'' of Israel if the Jewish state or the United States attacked the Islamic Republic, a Revolutionary Guards official said in comments published on Friday.

Iran to ``blow up heart'' of Israel if attacked-official


The Politico has a story today warning John Roberts: ``You can be lionized and be the biggest hero in this town, or we can make your life miserable.


A Palestinian man was killed during an Israeli air raid on Gaza Wednesday evening that came after rocket fire against Israel, a Palestinian medical official said, cited by AFP.

Palestinian killed during Israeli air raid on Gaza


AirTran Holdings announced it will provide an online, real-time webcast of its first quarter earnings results conference call on 22-Apr-09, at 9:30 am.

Airtran Holdings to provide webcast of first quarter earnings


Greenplum, a provider of database software for the next generation of data warehousing and analytics, announced support for MapReduce within its massively parallel database engine.

Greenplum announces support for MapReduce


A St. Cloud man was arrested Wednesday morning after an attempted car jacking and a police officer was injured, according to St. Cloud Police.

St. Cloud man arrested after officer was injured


Farmers follow a corn harvesting demonstration by a combine at the Husker Harvest Days fair, in Grand Island, Neb., Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010.

Farmers follow corn harvesting demonstration, ...


Sharon Osbourne, wife of Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne, has gone off her rocker yet again.


``The markets ended the day higher on Friday with the January F&O series starting on a positive note. The market opened positively but could not sustain the momentum and was lacklustre for most of the session. However, as the session neared the end, the markets rallied and ended the day near the highs. The markets are expected to be choppy till a definitive resolution on the US fiscal cliff issue is arrived at.`` ``The Sensex has supports at 19,350 and 19,280 and resistances at 19,490 and 19,610. The Nifty spot has supports at 5,880 and 5,855 and resistances at 5,930 and 5,950.`` Disclaimer: IRIS has taken due care and caution in compilation of data for its web site. Information has been obtained by IRIS from sources which it considers reliable. However, IRIS does not guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of any information and is not responsible for any errors or omissions or for the results obtained from the use of such information. IRIS especially states that it has no financial liability whatsoever to any user on account of the use of information provided on its website.

Sensex has resistance at 19,490 & 19,610:


As the economy continues to shed jobs, more and more younger workers are moving back home or not moving out at all.


by Alissa Smith News 11 hours ago Comment The water company Aquarion and the Connecticut Department of Public Health has issued a boil water warning for Ridgefield.

Aquarion issues boil water warning for Ridgefield


Flamel Technologies SA today announced the results of its annual meeting held on June 24, 2009.

Flamel Technologies announces results of annual meeting


The Bank of Japan released its monthly report today keeping its assessment for the economy unchanged at 'the economy is picking up' after it last month amid a rebound in global demand and the capital spending increased.

The BOJ kept its assessment for the economy unchanged


Libyan rebels have warned of an impending ``massacre'' in Misrata by troops loyal to Muammar Gaddafi if NATO does not intensify its attacks on government forces.

Libyan rebels warn of 'massacre' in Misrata


The South African government will advance an ambitious nuclear station construction plan by the end of this year, the local Star newspaper reported on Tuesday.

South Africa advances ambitious nuclear station plan


Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif Sunday announced to bear the medical expenses of a female student suffering from Thalassemia.

Shahbaz announces to bear medical expenses of student


Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson breached BBC guidelines by comparing a Japanese car to people with growths on their faces.


Talisman Energy and Ecopetrol SA announced Tuesday they are teaming up to buy BP oil and gas exploration assets in Colombia for $1.9 billion US.


A Toms River man wanted on burglary and theft charges was chased and arrested by police Wednesday night.

Toms River man wanted on burglary, theft charges chased, arrested


Railway workers yesterday backed down on their demand for the dismissal of their Managing Director, Rufus Quaye against whom they have levelled a myriad of allegations.


Yemeni tribesmen kidnapped 24 local and foreign medics working at a Saudi hospital in northern Yemen on Thursday and demanded the government release two of their colleagues.


Debt worries continue to hang over markets Monday.


Adam Jones, Lee Byrne and Leigh Halfpenny have boosted Wales ahead of the World Cup.

Adam Jones, Lee Byrne and Leigh Halfpenny boost Wales


Exports of Iraqi oil from Turkey's port of Ceyhan are delayed by several days due to a payment dispute between Baghdad and Turkish companies.

Exports of Iraqi oil from Ceyhan are delayed by several days


George Michael, a longtime sportscaster best known for his nationally syndicated program The George Michael Sports Machine, died early Thursday in Washington after a long battle with cancer.


It seems that his childhood dream has come true as he plays Bittoo Sharma in ``Band Baaja Baaraat''.


The Tribeca Film Festival opens next month with 89 feature films from new and established directors, ranging from hard-hitting documentaries to romantic and teen comedies and gripping dramas.

Tribeca Film Festival to open next month(1)


After two positive quarters, wholesale trade sales fell 1.4 per cent in the June quarter, Statistics New Zealand said today.


UPS says it will expand its Canadian network by opening its own operations in Atlantic Canada next spring, creating about 250 jobs.


What's in My Wallet is a series of posts from WalletPop writers and editors that will help you maximize your financial self according to what you carry.


All 29 miners trapped in a flooded Chinese coal mine were lifted to safety Monday, ending a daylong rescue drama, state media reported.

29 miners trapped in flooded Chinese coal mine lifted to safety


China's Consumer Price Index in September dipped slightly from August to 6.1 percent, indicating its inflation eases slightly, while pressure remains high.

Inflation eases slightly, pressure remains high


International visitor arrivals were up 3 percent in November 2010, compared with November 2009, Statistics New Zealand said today.


Midway coach Cory Hutchings expects a victory at this weekend's Northern regionals in Mount Maunganui - and anything less means the club would not live up to their expectations,`` says chief instructor, Rocky Hall.


Rediffusion Y&R has announced its design unit, which is yet to be named, and will be based in Mumbai initially.


Pupils at Wath C of E Primary School got on their bikes to help launch a new cycle storage facility.


Building materials maker Owens Corning plans to put some of its central Ohio employees on unpaid furloughs for more than 90 work days this year.


Congress on Monday sought to downplay the controversial Babhli barrage issue and the arrest of TDP leader Chandrababu Naidu, saying the matter is between two states.

Congress seeks to downplay Babhli barrage issue


Apple is shutting down its newly bought Lala online music service amid speculation it is creating a way for iTunes customers to listen to songs stored on distant computers.


The gold price climbs to $1,356.50 during the day on November 2, 2010.


NBA commissioner David Stern opened his lockout-delayed season by hearing boos from Mavericks fans.


Firefighters and paramedics today joined forces with psychiatric nurses to form a new trade union for frontline staff in the public service.

Firefighters and paramedics join new trade union


Fernando Clavijo was named the technical director at FC Dallas on Wednesday.

Clavijo named technical director at FC Dallas


Five 101st Airborne soldiers died November 14th in Kunar province in Afghanistan.

Five 101st Airborne soldiers die in Afghanistan


A man's body was found inside a burning vehicle in York County early Friday morning.


FIRST Republican president Kenneth Kaunda has called on the people agitating for the separation of Western Province from the rest of Zambia to immediately stop their activities because their calls do not have a place in Zambia.

Kenneth Kaunda calls people agitating for the separation of Western Province from the rest of Zambia to stop


Telstra, Australia's largest fixed-line phone operator, faces a government-imposed operational separation similar to the one Telecom is currently undergoing in New Zealand.


Brazilian beef industry groups are calling on the government to impose a 30% tax on live cattle exports, arguing that this would help ensure enough animals are available to local processors.

Brazil beef industry calls for tax on live exports


Two friends, both bound by a shared love- for art, whether on canvas, fabric or porcelain and so why not an exhibition to share their passion?


TMZ reports that 2 Chainz has been found not guilty of marijuana possession after an arrest where the police took photos with him.

2 Chainz found not guilty of marijuana possession


Interpol said Friday it will help seven African nations better fight piracy off the coast of Somalia, APA reports quoting ``Associated Press''.

Interpol to help African nations fight piracy


CSKA Moscow boss Juande Ramos has warned his players that Dimitar Berbatov is 'dangerous' at his best.


FAA on Tuesday launched a new automated NOTAM system at Atlantic City International, airport officials said.


GANGLAND murder suspect Mick Gatto has denied challenging police to prove he is a murderer.


Orlando Pirates coach Ruud Krol has heaped praise midfielder Teko Modise for his display which inspired Bucs to an impressive 2-0 victory over Moroka Swallows on Saturday.

Orlando Pirates coach Ruud Krol praises Teko Modise


Virgin America is offering 7 Hour Discount tickets as low as $33 for short haul flights.

Virgin America offers 7 Hour discount at $33


House values rose 1% in the 12 months ended November 30, up from a 0.20% gain in the period through October, according to QV Valuations.


- Home health provider Amedisys Inc. says it acquired an Alabama hospice agency from Bluewater Healthcare Inc.

Amedisys acquires Alabama hospice agency


Change Group with active support from J&K Tourism organised a photo exhibition titled as ``Change Paint O'Click'' at Peerzoo Island Restaurant on The Bund near Zero Bridge, Srinagar.


Washington DC rapper Wale performed at the DC Black Pride Festival this weekend, after being criticized and labeled homophobic, for attempting to back out of the gay-friendly concert.


India has asked oil cartel Opec to raise crude oil production to stem the relentless rise in international oil prices that have threatened to derail import dependent economies such as India.


Conexant Systems announced that it intends to redeem the remaining $11,218,000 aggregate principal amount of outstanding 4.00 percent convertible subordinated notes due 2026 on March 1.

Conexant to redeem convertible subordinated notes


The UK Film Council will be axed as part of the British government's plans to cut costs, Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt has said.


Short-track speed skater Kalyna Roberge is returning to the ice after taking a one-year hiatus.


Suva businessman Ben Padarath, who is charged with allegedly concealing false government documents, appeared in the Suva Magistrates court this morning.


Infoblox Inc. today announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering of its common stock.

Infoblox files registration statement for initial public offering


An Iraqi television cameraman and his driver were killed in a roadside bombing north of Baghdad, Al-Forat TV reported on Wednesday.


A La Crosse man faces a rarely used mayhem charge after a knife attack late Saturday that left another man hospitalized.

La Crosse man faces mayhem charge in knife attack


Wisconsin ended 2012 with 601 traffic deaths, which was 36 more, or about 6 percent higher, than 2011 and two more than the previous five-year average, according to preliminary statistics from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.

Wisconsin ends 2012 with 601 traffic deaths


When men learn I am highly educated and successful, they often get intimidated.


Country music icon Merle Haggard is hospitalized in Macon, Ga., with pneumonia and has postponed seven scheduled shows, his publicist said Thursday.

Merle Haggard hospitalized with pneumonia


WHEN you hear bells ringing in summer, it means Mamang Sorbetero is just a few meters away selling his dirty ice cream.


Santa made an early stop in Sioux City making sure he's heard what the boys and girls want under the tree this year.


American Airlines and US Airways will merge and create the world's biggest airline.


Holy Family University celebrated the 56th anniversary of its founding at Charter Day on Monday, February 15.

University celebrates 56th anniversary of founding


Two men have been convicted of murdering a security guard at a Coral Gables shopping mall.

Two men convicted of murdering security guard


The University of Western States signs an articulation agreement with Camosun College that enables graduates of Camosun College's sport and exercise education programs preferred admission into UWS's doctor of chiropractic and Master of Science exercise and sports science programs.

University of Western States signs articulation agreement with Camosun College


Veteran Germany defender Arne Friedrich is joining Wolfsburg from relegated Hertha Berlin on a three-year contract.

Germany defender Friedrich joins Wolfsburg


Philippine activists picketed the US Embassy on Tuesday, demanding justice for a Filipino woman allegedly raped by an American soldier in Japan.


In an unusual move, Starz has renewed Boss for a second season before its first season has even premiered.

Starz renews Boss for a second season, before it even premieres


President-elect Barack Obama made a pitch for his massive economic stimulus plan at a Midwestern factory that makes wind turbine parts, saying Friday his plan would make smart investments in the country's future and create solid jobs in up-and-coming industries.

Obama makes pitch for massive stimulus plan in midwest


Car parts and cash were taken in the weekend burglary of a Brookings business, police say.


Robbie Williams is to release a duet with Gary Barlow, the first time they have recorded together for 15 years.

Robbie Williams to duet with Gary Barlow


The 90,500-tonne ship was refloated after being stranded for more than 12 hours on Varne Bank near one of the world's busiest shipping channels.


Uruguay and Atletico Madrid forward Diego Forlan is going to marry Argentine model Zaira Nara.


Old Town Auburn celebrated the Fourth of July with old fashioned fun for children of all ages.

Old Town Auburn celebrates the Fourth of July


German experts from the Dresden Technical University are due to restore the Sassanid site of Takht-e Soleiman in West Azarbaijan Province.

German experts to restore Sassanid site Takht-e Soleiman


Morris County has tightened the reins on the freight hauler that uses a seven-mile stretch of railroad tracks through the township, but members of the Township Council still don't like the fact that hazardous materials aren't forbidden on the trains.

Morris county tightens the reins on freight hauler


The Nasdaq turned higher on Tuesday, helped by gains in shares of Yahoo Inc after a CNBC report that billionaire investor Carl Icahn is considering launching a proxy fight at the Web search company.


The Council of Mortgage Lenders' data released showed 11,300 homes were repossessed in the third quarter of the year.


State Sen. Leland Yee, D-San Francisco/San Mateo, will not run for Congress against former state senator Jackie Speier.


PRIME Minister Silvio Berlusconi faces trial hearings for bribery and paying for sex with a 17-year-old girl today, as the Italian leader fights off growing unpopularity and financial woes.


Some fans planning to attend Saturday's qualifying for the British Grand Prix have been advised to stay away from Silverstone following heavy rain.

Fans advised to stay away from Silverstone


Fierce clashes erupted in the Yemeni capital between troops loyal to President Ali Abdullah Saleh and rival forces on Saturday, a day after the UN urged the embattled leader to hand over power.


The group says Mississippi ranks highest in exporting guns that are later recovered by police, followed by West Virginia, Alabama, Virginia and South Carolina.


The prisoners of the Central Jail, Sukkur I, on Thursday protested against the jail authorities.

Prisoners protest against Sukkur jail authorities


David McGuinty asks why has government abandoned Canadians facing the medical isotopes and H1N1 crises.

David McGuinty asks why has the government abandoned Canadians


The shuttle Atlantis landed back on Earth, capping a mission to the International Space Station and bringing NASA's small fleet of winged spaceships closer to looming retirement.

Space shuttle Atlantis lands back on Earth


BRITS will go crackers for prawns this Christmas with more than 2,000 tonnes predicted to be sold over the festive period, according to Seafish, the authority on seafood.

Brits go crackers for prawns this Christmas


If you're worried that Katy is jealous of the clothes Britney wears or Britters' hair, then don't worry because all Katy wants is to have teeth like the Womanizer star.


Foreign brokerage JP Morgan cut its price target for PSU banks by 10% and downgraded Bank Of India to ``Underweight'' as wage inflation and mortality assumptions raise the risk of future provisions.

JP Morgan downgrades Bank of India to 'Underweight'


Princeton has introduced Mitch Henderson as its coach, handing the reins of its basketball program to a former Tigers point guard who played in three NCAA tournaments under Pete Carril and Bill Carmody.

Princeton introduces Henderson as coach, handing reins to former Tigers point guard


Fairfax County has canceled two mass swine flu vaccine distributions after the Washington region's most populous locality was told it would receive only a fraction of the vaccine doses it had expected.

Fairfax cancels two swine flu vaccine distributions


Kanye West believes he is firmly supporting baby mama Kim Kardashian by flying in from Paris, where he is working on his new album and fashion line, in order to attend her doctor's appointments.

Kanye West flies in from Paris for Kim Kardashian's doctor's appointments


Amite County supervisors have approved a $12.8 million budget and a 77.43 mill tax levy, an increase of 2.5 mills from last year.

Amite County supervisors approved $12.8 million budget


Gordon Ramsay is facing a second lawsuit over unpaid wine bills at his two-Michelin-starred restaurant in New York.

Gordon Ramsay faces second lawsuit over unpaid wine bills


Nevermore bass player Jim Sheppard will be undergoing surgery today to remove a benign brain tumor.

Nevermore bassist Jim Sheppard to undergo surgery today


A FORESTER who has helped plant more than a million trees and discovered an ancient burial ground has retired after 43 years of the outdoor life.

FORESTER helped to plant a million trees


Mauritius Vice-President AV Chettiar, on an official visit here, was on Thursday admitted to a hospital after he slipped and fractured his leg at a hotel room here, police sources said.

Mauritius Vice-President admitted in hospital


A violent sex offender has been arrested in Otsego County for failing to provide accurate information on his permanent address.


The US Marshals Service in Washington says a deputy marshal who was shot in the head Tuesday during a gun battle in St. Louis has died of his wounds.

Deputy marshal shot during gun battle dies of wounds


They sold around 8,739 cars last month which is a major improvement from last year in the same period.


Micron Technologies shares dropped 9.5% to $5.32 during their first minutes trading after the company reported a $0.14 a share loss during its fiscal Q4.

Micron Technologies shares drop after reporting loss in Q4


After more than two months with no movement in contract negotiations, it appears the Devils and Zach Parise are headed to arbitration.

Devils and Parise headed for arbitration


Britain's Got Talent judge David Hasselhoff is set to play a detective in a new TV show.

David Hasselhoff set to play a detective in new TV show


A SEVERE thunderstorm warning has been cancelled for southeast Queensland but large parts of the state remain on storm alert.

Severe thunderstorm warnings cancelled for southeast Queensland


DR Systems, makers of the Unity RIS/PACS, today announced four new contracts, including two data migrations from legacy PACS, totaling almost $1.57 million.

DR Systems new contracts include two data migrations


A senior al-Qaida leader and another member of the terrorist network were killed in a security operation by Afghan and coalition forces, NATO said Tuesday.

Senior al-Qaida leader killed in Afghanistan


Grants to fund apprenticeships in traditional folk arts are available from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.


Colosa, a developer of business process management software that enables small and medium enterprises to simplify workflow through the automation of paper-based processes, has successfully incorporated a Windows installer in its ProcessMaker software.

Colosa incorporates Windows installer in ProcessMaker software


The Blue Coalition in the northern municipality of Ruse has always had enough votes for an MP, Dr. Mihail Mihaylov, who was candidate for MP in Ruse multi-seat constituency in the parliamentary elections on July 5, told FOCUS News Agency.

Blue Coalition has always had enough votes for MP for Ruse constituency:


Nokia will publish its fourth quarter and full year 2007 results on Thursday, January 24, 2008 at approximately 1 pm Helsinki time.

Nokia to publish fourth quarter and full year 2007 results


An air traffic controller out of the Orlando international Airport has been suspended after a close call in the Central Florida skies.

Traffic controller suspended after close call


Blackpool have been fined 25,000 pounds for fielding a weakened team at Aston Villa on November 10, the Premier League said today.

Blackpool fined for fielding weakened team


Yahoo Sports and several TV/radio sources are reporting that New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning will start when the Giants host the Oakland Raiders this afternoon.

Ny Giants qb Eli Manning will start against Raiders


KPN has launched its Blau mobile services brand in Spain.


US Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Dr. Kerri-Ann Jones has arrived in Turkey.

US Assistant Secretary arrives in Turkey


Richard Ramirez, a serial killer dubbed ``the night stalker,'' died Friday at a hospital in northern California, authorities at San Quentin State Prison said.


The USC football squad worked out for about two hours again on Wednesday morning at the Bluff Road practice fields.


James Murdoch is to step down as BSkyB chairman following months of speculation about his future with the company.

James Murdoch to step down as BSkyB chairman


Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E., Massillon, will be offering adults open studio ceramics sessions from 10 am to 4 pm on Wednesdays in September.

Massillon Museum to offer open studio ceramics sessions in September


The next crime free multi housing meeting is scheduled at 1 pm Monday at the Brainerd Police Department.


Martina, 53, was diagnosed in February with an early form of breast cancer called ductal carcinoma in situ.

Martina Navratilova diagnosed with breast cancer


Early Thursday, the City of Chesapeake reported a water main break at Taylor and Pughsville Road that left hundreds without water.


Legendary playboy Hugh Hefner has revealed how he proposed to fiancé Crystal Harris.

Hugh Hefner reveals how he proposed to fiancé


How does Metro stack up to other mass transit systems in terms of ridership and cost?

How Metro stacks up to other transit systems


Bradford finally ended their 12-match losing streak with a 38-28 win over Wakefield to jump up into 10th place.


View full size Giant Eagle has ended its free antibiotics and diabetes drugs program, moving those medications to its $4 and $10 generic prescription lists.

Giant Eagle ends free antibiotics and diabetes drugs program


A former southeastern Idaho mayor and city councilman has been sentenced to at least three years in prison for the statutory rape of a 16-year-old girl.


DANISH police have arrested 68 anti-capitalist climate protesters on suspicion they could commit illegal acts.


Two lines of mattresses, one a foam core product imported from China and the other a rebuilt line, have been recalled because they fail to meet federal flammability standards, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Two mattress lines recalled for failing to meet flammability standards


Siemens sells its ailing IT subsidiary for around $1.1 billion to the French IT services company Atos Origin.


A counterfeit cigarette smuggler who was jailed for a scheme has been ordered to pay £30,000 in compensation to the tax authorities.

Counterfeit cigarette smuggler ordered to pay £30,000 compensation


Daniel Andersson scored the winner as Malmo beat Elfsborg 1-0 to retake the lead at the top of the Swedish league on Sunday.

Andersson scores winner as Malmo beats Elfsborg


Priyanka Gandhi on Monday underwent a minor surgery of gall bladder in a private hospital here.


Pressure is growing on Michael Martin, the Speaker of the House of Commons, to resign amid allegations his office covered up taxi expenses claimed for his wife's shopping trips.


3 ports of Wuhu, Maanshan and Chizhou were listed in national plan of expanding open ports project, according to Anhui Provincial Office of Ports.


Graciously taking time out to sign autographs and pose for pics, Tom Cruise stopped by ``The Daily Show with Jon Stewart'' in New York City on Tuesday.

Tom Cruise stops by ``the Daily Show with Jon Stewart''


CRONULLA prop Ben Ross faces a long suspension after felling Melbourne half-back Cooper Cronk with a late elbow to the head during the Sharks' 17-16 victory at Olympic Park.


Two Pittsburgh councilmen want to extend by two weeks the deadline for filing city wage tax returns, citing periodic problems with an online system to file returns.

Two councilmen want to extend deadline for city wage tax returns


Borger authorities continue investigating a shooting where a police officer shot and killed a Borger resident.


Fairline introduced a shorter working week for around a quarter of its workforce this morning in response to ``a downturn in demand for certain models''.

Fairline introduces shorter working week


Didier Cuche of Switzerland won a World Cup super-G race on Friday, while Bode Miller finished 17th.


Panasonic will bring a Blu-ray recorder and player combo to the US market in the first half of 2009, according to a Tuesday report from HD Guru based on a trip to the CEATEC convention in Japan.

Panasonic to bring Blu-ray recorder to the US in 2009


Matt Damon has confirmed that he's working on the fourth Bourne movie, according to IMDb.

Matt Damon confirms he's working on fourth Bourne movie


WLBZ will turn off its analog signal at 9 am Friday, and help is available for people who haven't made the digital switch.


R. Kelly has been found not guilty of all fourteen child-pornography related accusations against him.


THE population of Welwyn Hatfield is set to swell by more than 16 per cent over the next eight years, official figures suggest.

Population in Welwyn Hatfield 'to swell by 16 per cent'


Online banking patterns have exposed a social divide between sophisticated savers and investors, and those struggling to make ends meet.


Author Belva Plain, whose best-selling romantic novels helped Jewish women escape from the overprotective mother stereotype, has died aged 95, according to a statement Monday from her daughter.


Willis Group Holdings has launched ``CRIMEstar,'' which it describes as a ``new commercial crime all risks wording, in response to the growing threat to businesses from fraud and other criminal activity. The policy covers businesses for losses sustained by them as a result of all types of dishonest activity or criminal damage.''


Governor Pawlenty appointed Major General Richard Nash to be the 30th Adjustant General of the Minnesota National Guard.


England batsman Kevin Pietersen has become a father for the first time after his wife Jessica gave birth to a son.


Pakistan arrested 40 people suspected of having links to Usama bin Laden in the town of Abbottabad where the al Qaeda leader was killed, FOX News Channel reported Friday, citing a report by the Open Source Center, a US government-sponsored monitoring site.

Pakistan arrests 40 people with links to bin Laden


Sunshine is making many of us feel happier in the Northwest, but it's also causing algae blooms in Western Washington waters.

Sunshine causing algae blooms in Western Washington waters


A sentencing date is set for a former Fayetteville police officer who pleaded guilty to computer child porn charges.


Two giant Pandas from China were welcomed to Australia on Saturday with gifts of bamboo before settling in to their new home, a 25-acre natural enclosure at the Adelaide Zoo.

Two giant pandas from China welcomed to Australia


Raul set a Real Madrid goal record as the defending Spanish soccer champion won 4-0 at Sporting Gijon to cut the cap to Barcelona.


Investigators are preparing to exhume a possible mass grave site in Serbia where witnesses say the bodies of 250 ethnic Albanians are buried, prosecutors said.

Investigators prepare to exhume mass graves in Serbia


A recent study by Ball State University shows that most middle and high schools are unprepared regarding teen dating violence.

Schools unprepared for teen dating violence


Derek Jeter returned to baseball activities on Saturday at Fenway Park, taking ground balls during infield practice and jogging around the bases prior to the Yankees' game against the Red Sox.


Xtalks presents a live webinar on June 27, 2012 at 12:00pm EDT on optimizing strain design and development for efficient microbial GMP production.

Webinar on optimizing strain design and development for efficient microbial GMP production


Frances Bean Cobain has celebrated her 19th birthday by appearing in a classical photo shoot.

Frances Bean Cobain appears in 'classical' photo shoot


A MAN died after falling down the communal stairs of his home in Winchester, a court heard.


A father and son who died in a small plane crash in the Cascade foothills last weekend have been identified.

Father, son who died in plane crash are identified


Bollywood actor Dev Anand, who entertained generations of cinema lovers over five decades, died of a heart attack in London on Saturday night, 3rd December, 2011.

Dev Anand dies of heart attack in London


China will develop the forestry industry and promote reforms of collective forest rights, according to a national conference that ended Tuesday.

China to develop forestry industry, promote reform of collective forest rights


The first man to ever conquer Mount Everest, Sir Edmund Hillary has died, New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark announced today.

Everest conqueror Edmund Hillary has died


The White House condemned the ``brutal'' attacks in Israel earlier today, which left at least seven dead and more than 40 injured.


The 32-year-old Schobel, whose 78 career sacks rank second on the Bills to Bruce Smith, says he's ``leaning toward not playing.''

Buffalo Bills defensive end aaron Schobel ``leaning toward not playing''


American JB Holmes withdrew from the 91st PGA Championship on Friday, pulling out of the year's final major with a left hand injury while on the fourth hole of his second round.


Kenneth Robinson, who has moved into a $330,000 Flower Mound residence for $16, says he's ready to share his legal technique.

After moving in for $16, he's ready to share technique


Garment exporter Celebrity Fashions Limited has suspended operations in its facility at MEPZ-SEZ here on the account of ``non-cooperation'' from 800-odd workers who have been on strike outside the plant since May 16.


The latest news from Microsoft is that it has recently launched the new Windows Live Messenger for iPhone and iPod Touch.

Microsoft launches Windows Live Messenger for iPhone and iPod Touch


Exmouth endured bitter sweet feelings at stumps on the final day of the Francis Clark Devon league season.

Exmouth endure bitter sweet feelings at stumps in final day


With their most impressive offensive effort this season, the Bulldogs crushed Belgrade 52-7 in a nonconference game.


South Sudan has restarted oil production, more than a year after it was halted by disputes with its neighbour Sudan.


Hopkins became the oldest boxer to win a major title on Saturday night, scoring a 12round unanimous decision over Tavoris Cloud to claim the IBF light heavyweight championship.

Hopkins becomes oldest to win major title


A Brocton man already incarcerated in Chautauqua County Jail has been charged following an investigation by the Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force.

Brocton man charged following investigation


To say that people love celebrity train wrecks would be a bit of an understatement.


A 28-year-old man on was sentenced to state prison for burglarizing a North Lebanon Township home twice in July.

Man sentenced to state prison for burglarizing home twice


Bus services provided by Metrolink, North Star, Go West, Waka Pacific, LINK and City Circuit will be suspended from 4am Thursday October 8th in response to the notice of strike action provided by the Auckland Combined Unions on Sunday evening October 4th.


For guiding Coatesville to a 13-3 record and within a win of its first PIAA title, Matt Ortega was named the state's Class AAAA coach of the year by the Associated Press.


Volvo is extending its green DRIVe range after dramatically reducing CO2 levels and increasing fuel efficiency in seven models.


ILLEGAL internet pharmacies are targeting youngsters online through sites like Facebook and YouTube, the United Nations has warned.

Illegal pharmacies target youngsters online


Mayer stopped 36 of 37 shots and Greg Pateryn scored a late winner as the Bulldogs defeated the Texas Stars 2-1 in the American Hockey League.

Mayer stopped 36 of the 37 shots as Hamilton Bulldogs defeat Texas Stars 2-1


The EU accepted bids to import 15,000 tonnes of raw cane sugar for refining at a reduced import duty of €269.16 per tonne, the European Commission said.

EU accepts bids for 15,000 tonnes of raw cane sugar


The Cleveland Indians announced Monday that they activated right-handed pitcher Matt Albers from the restricted list and designated right-hander Fernando Nieve for assignment.


US consumer prices fell 0.1 per cent in March from a month ago and declined 0.4 per cent from a year ago, the first annual drop in 54 years amid economic meltdown, government data showed Wednesday.


Huntington Bancshares has hired away eight seasoned bankers from Comerica to expand its growing team of commercial bankers dedicated to the southeastern Michigan market.

Huntington hires eight bankers from Comerica


Georgia has declared a ``state of war'' following days of fighting in its breakaway region of South Ossetia.


An overnight sobriety checkpoint in Riverhead led to five arrests this weekend, Riverhead Town Police said.

Overnight sobriety checkpoint leads to five arrests


Missouri Senate candidate Todd Akin has recorded a television ad asking for ``forgiveness'' from the voters acknowledging that he used ``the wrong words in the wrong way'' when he suggested Sunday that rape rarely leads to pregnancy.

Todd Akin ad asks for 'forgiveness' from voters


Hundreds of mourners gathered at a memorial service in Johannesburg to bid farewell to former Marathon runner and TV commentator Zithulele Sinqe.

Mourners gathered at a memorial service in Johannesburg to bid farewell to Zithulele Sinqe.


A Deer Lodge man was shot and killed in a weekend hunting accident at a campground southeast of Deer Lodge.

Deer Lodge man killing in hunting accident


Hannah Montana star Miley Cyrus almost came close to calling it quits from show biz because of the hue and cry caused by her provocative Vanity Fair photos.


Who better to fill the void than Christine Ebersole, who brings her latest musical revue to the Community Theatre in Morristown on Friday?

Ebersole brings a musical revue to community theater


Dave Matthews Band saxophonist LeRoi Moore died today from complications due to an ATV accident.

Dave Matthews Band saxophonist LeRoi Moore dies


Online gaming sensation Zynga has launched a new ``platform for play'', giving users access to their favourite games without logging onto Facebook.


Newport mansions offer $5 gas rebate to visitors who show a auto registration.