President Asif Ali Zardari has vowed to fight back anti-democracy elements and make Pakistan further stronger by following the path of political reconciliation and taking along all political forces.

President Zardari vows to fight back anti-democracy elements


He has spent the entire week at five separate palaces and castles.


Anna Hazare today downplayed differences with Arvind Kejriwal saying he will support him if he contests elections and denied he mooted the idea of the forming a political party.

I will support Arvind Kejriwal if he contests elections:


Texas A&M University will host a three-day fishing tournament this week at Lake Somerville.


The summer student exchange programme was concluded at Grand Hyatt Muscat this evening under the patronage of Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed al-Sarmi, Higher Education Ministry's Undersecretary.

Summer student exchange programme concludes


A group of four leaders including CPI-M leader Sitaram Yechury, who are part of the all party delegation, on Monday met hardline Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani at his residence in Srinagar.


UK stocks fell, led by retailers after JPMorgan Chase & Co. advised investors to sell shares in Tesco Plc, Britain's biggest supermarket.


LesserEvil, the snack food company that makes devilishly delicious, better-for-you snacks, launches its ``Vote the LesserEvil '08'' campaign, declaring itself the Official Snack Food of the 2008 Presidential Election, and offering its snacks at cost to election boards across the country.

LesserEvil declares itself Official Snack food of the 2008 Presidential election


Ain't It Cool News reported today that Kenneth Branagh, known for his Shakespeare adaptations and roles, will be directing the new Jack Ryan film.

Kenneth Branagh to direct new Jack Ryan film


Robinho was dropped from the Brazilian Olympic team on Monday after Real Madrid said a medical examination discovered the striker has a groin injury.


Government Office for Kosovo and Metohija Director Aleksandar Vulin said on Tuesday that there was ``no need for setting up the assembly of Kosovo in Leposavić.''

``No need for setting up assembly of Kosovo''


Beyonce Knowles has had a pretty incredible life so far ... and today, it's hard to believe she's only turning 31.


The winners of the Cinema Book of the Year awards, which is annually organized by the Iranian House of Cinema, were announced during a ceremony on Saturday.

Winners of Cinema Book of the Year awards announced


SANDYGATE ABC schoolboy boxers Alfie Wardle and Joe Bisset both started the boxing season in style after recording victories in their respective bouts in Leicester.


Premier John Brumby today announced that Martin Pakula would join Cabinet and would continue the Victorian Government's work to create Victorian jobs.

Brumby announced that Martin Pakula would join Cabinet


Former super middleweight champ Jeff Lacy won a close majority decision over Otis Griffin on Friday night in front of a hometown crowd, his first fight since losing to Jermain Taylor last year.

Lacy wins close decision against Griffin


The Denver Nuggets cut Chris ``Birdman'' Andersen on Tuesday and signed in his place free agent Anthony Randolph.

Nuggets cut Chris ``Birdman'' anderson & sign Anthony Randolph


29 Jul, 15:34 - Mischa Barton has made her first public appearance since being hospitalised for an undisclosed ``medical issue'' two weeks ago.

Mischa Barton makes first public appearance


The DAP today admitted that it would be facing a tough challenge to win seats from Barisan Nasional, particularly seats represented by MCA.

DAP admits facing tough challenge to win seats


The survey which questioned 2000 white-collar office professionals in the fields of IT, Finance, Law, Marketing/Advertising and Management found that one third of all those surveyed admitted to having an intimate relationship in the workplace mirroring the fictitious storylines of This Life, which showcased the lives, hopes, fears, and extracurricular activities of professionals in the 1990s, proving the drama is still relevant today.

One third admit to having an intimate relationship in the workplace


New figures from the Office for National Statistics have shown that net migration fell by 10,000 in the year to September 2012, leaving the total at 153,000.

Net migration falls in year to sept 2012


City bus routes may be restored if the Honolulu city council approves a resolution allowing for the change.


Visionstream's claims that lines engineers wouldn't face a drop in income under its contract don't match the figures, says the Engineering, Printing and Manufacturing Union.

Visionstream claims don't match the figures


GLASGOW, Scotland -Celtic says it has been reinstated in the Europa League after Swiss side FC Sion was thrown out of the competition for fielding ineligible players.


Johnny Rockets, the Southern California-based burger chain with 1950s flair, has been sold to a private equity firm that targets underperforming and specialty companies.

Southern Calif.-based burger chain johnny Rockets sold to private equity firm


PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti US troops are withdrawing from the shattered capital, leaving many Haitians anxious that the most visible portion of international aid is ending even as the city is still mired in misery and vulnerable to unrest.

US troops withdrawing en masse from Haiti


MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. Google Inc. posted third-quarter results Thursday indicating the Internet advertising market is bouncing back after being knocked down by the recession.

Internet advertising market bouncing back


Iman Shumpert posted the fourth triple-double in Georgia Tech history, and Brian Oliver scored 28 points to lead Tech to a 72-57 victory over Virginia Tech on Tuesday night at Alexander Memorial Coliseum.

Iman Shumpert and Brian Oliver lead Georgia Tech to victory


With a mixture of huge relief and joy, the PGA Tour celebrates the return of Tiger Woods to competition this week after an eight-month injury absence.


Equities research analysts at Wunderlich initiated coverage on shares of F5 Networks in a research note to clients and investors on Thursday.

Wunderlich initiates coverage on F5 Networks (nasdaq: ffiv)


Samantha Ronson, ex-girlfriend of Lindsay Lohan, twin sister of fashion designer Charlotte and sister of producer Mark Ronson, as well as stepdaughter of Mick Jones from Foreigner, has released her self-produced debut, Chasing the Reds.

Samantha Ronson releases ``chase the Reds''


Middleweight Melvin Manhoef has been added to the March 5th Strikeforce:

Melvin Manhoef added to the Strikeforce:


Executive District Officer Dr. Zafar Iqbal Gondal has said that all out efforts would be made to control dengue.


The Annie Malone parade is looking for volunteers to ``ensure the safety'' of the event -- even as it downplays a perception that the annual parade is dangerous.

Annie Malone looks for volunteers to ensure safety of parade


An Olympic gold medalist turned pro wrestler has pleaded guilty to reckless driving in North Dakota.

Pro wrestler pleads guilty to reckless driving in North Dakota


A Newport man has been arrested for allegedly stealing copper downspouts from 16 homes around the city.

Newport man arrested for stealing copper downspouts from 16 homes


The principal at an area elementary school has taken to a rooftop to promote a school bond issue.

Principal takes to rooftop to promote bond issue


Taipei, June 22 Taiwan share prices closed down 0.29 percent Tuesday on mild profit taking after a strong showing in the previous session, dealers said.


More than 350 marijuana plants were found in a hidden outdoor garden just south of Oregon City on Wednesday.

350 marijuana plants found in 'hidden garden' near Oregon City


Zimbabwe's national budget has been delayed by three months, leaving the country to operate without guiding policies on the fiscus.

Zim national budget delayed by three months


Whirlpool Corporation kicked off its year-long 100th anniversary celebration on Tuesday, November 11, 2010, with a series of events -- including a groundbreaking ceremony for a new campus in the company's headquarters city of Benton Harbor, MI and the ringing of the New York Stock Exchange's Closing Bell -- designed to remember its heritage, reinforce its core values, recognize employees, and reinforce its potential for growth.

Whirlpool Corporation kicks off 100th anniversary celebration


South Africa World Cup chiefs are pleading with Fabio Capello to select LA Galaxy star David Beckham in his England squad.

South Africa chiefs plead with Capello to select LA Galaxy's Beckham


Man made carbon dioxide emissions are causing ocean acidification at an 'unprecedented' rate, according to a study by the US-based National Research Council.

Emissions causing ocean acidification at 'unprecedented' rate


New Delhi, July 17 Congress general secretary Digvijay Singh Saturday said he and Home Minister P. Chidambaram are ``still close friends'' despite his calling the latter ``intellectually arrogant'' in a newspaper column.

Chidambaram and I are still close friends:


Actor Vivek Oberoi is all set to tie the knot with Bangalore-based Priyanka Alva, daughter of well known danseuse Nandini Alva and late Janata Dal leader Jeevraj Alva.


``Nancy Grace, left, and her partner Tristian Macmanus perform on ''Dancing with the Stars.

Nancy Grace leaves 'Dancing with the Stars'


Laurelmor, a 6,000-acre luxury golf resort under construction in Watauga and Wilkes counties, has been transferred to new owners as part of a restructuring agreement, Ginn Development Co. officials said yesterday.

Laurelmor resort transferred to new owners


Two American men are being held in Japan over the death of an Irish student.

Two men held over death of Irish student


Johnny Depp is reportedly going to be replaced in the Pirates franchise, which includes the upcoming movie project ``The Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides''.

Johnny Depp reportedly to be replaced in Pirates franchise


Communities are being called on to help provide local school crossing patrols with government funding cuts causing the proposed scrapping of the countywide service.

Communities called on to help with school crossings


An early-morning fire destroyed an Onondaga Township home today, the fire department said.


Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav known for his concern for environmental causes, inaugurated the first solar power plant of Uttar Pradesh in Bara Banki district on Thursday.

Akhilesh Yadav inaugurates up's first solar power plant


Los Angeles, Feb 14 Singer Michelle Heaton says she will undergo a heart operation soon and might have to use a pacemaker to maintain a regular heartbeat.


Simon Cowell may be rich and successful now, but growing up he was so unhappy with his life, he admits he contemplated suicide.


Uganda is tightening its Internet security after hackers attacked the Prime Minister's website to post statements supporting gay rights, the country's Internet regulator confirmed.


The Elmont community saddened by the sudden passing of Ms. Colleen Mockenhaupt, Elmont Union Free School District Board of Education Trustee.


President and Michelle Obama attended Easter church services Sunday morning in an African-American church in Washington DC. The Obama family and entourage arrived shortly after the 11 am service began at the Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church.

President and Michelle Obama attend Easter church services


The Capital police on Tuesday arrested 11 culprits from different areas of the city and recovered fake currency of Rs 290,000 and 250 bottles of liquor.

Police arrest 11 culprits, recover fake currency


The Nikkei Stock Average of 225 issues closed at 9,923.70 on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Wednesday, down 189.19 points or 1.87 per cent.

Nikkei Stock Average closed at 9,923.70, down 189.19 points


New Zealand all-rounder Jacob Oram has been ruled out of the third Test against England with a hip injury and replaced by Grant Elliott, captain Daniel Vettori said on Friday.

Oram ruled out of third Test against England


Rennes battled back from two goals down to snatch a point at Le Mans and ensure they remain in the hunt for European football.


Indian Wells Leander Paes notched up the 600th doubles win of his career when he and his Czech partner Radek Stepanek progressed to the pre-quarterfinals of the Indian Wells Masters here.

600th doubles win for Paes at Indian Wells


Chelsea defender Gary Cahill has insisted he will be fit for Saturday's Champions League final against Bayern Munich.


India and Afghanistan, on Saturday signed an MOU, in the area of Local Governance.

India and Afghanistan sign MoU on local governance


Sears Holdings has announced they are looking to close 100 to 120 Sears and Kmart stores due to a large drop in sales over the past year.

Sears Holdings to close over 100 Sears and Kmart stores


Hefner has no luck, Mets lose to White Sox 6-3 no wins for Jeremy Hefner.


Nebraska Furniture Mart, a complete one-stop home furnishings retailer, serving Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and soon Dallas-Fort Worth, has selected Logility Voyager Solutions™ to help the company plan for and manage its growth into new markets.

Nebraska Furniture Mart selects Logility Voyager Solutions


``I'm looking forward to the challenge,'' Hollins said at a Sunday news conference to introduce him as the Grizzlies' new coach.


The Israeli occupation forces kidnapped at dawn Sunday five Palestinian boys in Silwan town, south of the Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem, on suspicion of their participation in recent events in the occupied holy city and took them to Maskubiya detention center.

Israeli occupation forces kidnap five Palestinian boys in Silwan


A local man is robbed while pumping gas into his car early in the morning.


Sales of existing homes rose 6.9 percent from July 2011 to July 2012 and 0.6 percent from June to July, according to a report last week from the South Central Kansas MLS Inc.


Alexander David Securities posts a maiden operating profit of £92,000 for the six months to the end of June.

Alexander David posts maiden operating profit


Many people talk about health care, but it was revealed in a forecast on Tuesday that the amount of health care spending in the United States is about to explode.


Mitt Romney swept Tuesday night's primaries in Wisconsin, Maryland and the District of Columbia, substantially beating rival Rick Santorum in all three races.


Atlanta Braves pitcher John Smoltz will have surgery on his shoulder Tuesday in Birmingham.


Chris Brown faces a late fitness check before Alan Irvine finalises his team for the visit of Crystal Palace to Deepdale.


General Electric Co said on Thursday it would acquire medical device maker Vital Signs Inc for $860 million.


ISLAMABAD President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday said there is no place for dictators in today's Pakistan, becoming the first Pakistani president to address a joint session of Parliament for the sixth time.


A Desoto County man has been convicted of statutory rape in a case involving a 12-year-old girl.


US Rep. Tim Scott, a South Carolina Republican believes there is ``no question'' that former House Speaker Newt Gingrich will win the South Carolina Republican primary election Saturday.

Rep. Tim Scott: 'no question' Newt Gingrich will win


San Bernardino officials have filed an emergency petition for Chapter 9 bankruptcy in response to the $45.8 million budget deficit the city faces this year, making official a move the City Council approved last month.

San Bernardino files for Chapter 9 bankruptcy


A bus believed to be carrying high school students has fallen off a cliff in Albania, but there was no immediate information about how many passengers were on the bus or the extent of casualties.

Bus believed to be carrying students falls off cliff


Kultur celebrates George Jones on his 80th birthday with a trio of DVDs;

Kultur celebrate George Jones 80th birthday


India is expected to grow by 8.75 per cent in 2010 and 8.5 per cent in 2011, driven by a strong domestic demand, International Monetary Fund said in its 2010 World Economic Outlook released here Wednesday.


RACING superstar Lewis Hamilton will become a night rider when Singapore hosts its first grand prix.

Hamilton to become a night rider in Singapore


The Senate overwhelmingly approved a landmark housing bill Saturday- to help hundreds of thousands of Americans fight foreclosure.


Indian social activist Anna Hazare on Sunday began his day-long fast at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to protest the Central government's version of the Lokpal Bill.

Anna Hazare begins another day-long fast


President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has today attended an Iftar party on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan hosted by Head of the Caucasian Muslims` Board Sheikh ul-Islam Allahshukur Pashazade at his residence.

President Ilham Aliyev attends Iftar party


A bicyclist was killed Sunday evening while trying to cross Illinois 47 near Jefferson Street in Morris.

Bicyclist killed while trying to cross Illinois 47


Cloud computing and customer relationship software developer Salesforce.com recently announced that it has acquired an instant customer-service help desk, Assistly, to enhance its cloud offerings.


Right-hander Jason Jennings confirmed that he and the Rangers have agreed to terms on a minor-league deal with an invitation to spring training.


News Corp. is seeking over $100 million for Myspace and about half a dozen private equity firms and companies are expected to submit bids by the end of this week, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday.

News Corp. seeking $100 million for Myspace:


SILVIO Berlusconi angrily vowed to battle on as Italy's prime minister despite facing corruption trials after the Constitutional Court stripped his immunity from prosecution.


EdgeCast Networks, the world's fastest and most reliable content delivery network, today announced IPv6 compliance, a new, no-cost feature that immediately brings IPv6 compatibility to customer content without requiring any changes to their web architecture.


The Coast Guard repatriated 108 Haitian migrants to Cap Haitien, Haiti, Thursday, and 14 Cuban migrants to Bahia de Cabañas, Cuba, Tuesday.

Coast Guard repatriates 108 Haitian migrants, 14 Cuban migrants


The UK's current recession is ``very likely'' to be worse than that of the early 1990s, a Bank of England rate-setter has said.

Recession ``very likely'' to be worse than the 1990's


A human jawbone was found on Waimairi Beach about 4km north of the Waimairi Surf Club about 2.30 pm Friday, by a member of the public.


Shiseido Co., Japanâ??s biggest cosmetics maker, said it agreed to acquire Bare Escentuals Inc. for about $1.7 billion.

Shiseido to acquire Bare Escentuals for $1.7 billion


A North Saanich man is facing charges of kidnapping, uttering threats and sexual assault with a weapon after a woman was assaulted in a vehicle in Saanich on Dec. 11.


Presumptive Republican presidential nominee John McCain headed for the White House to have lunch Tuesday with President Bush and get his endorsement.

McCain heads to the White House, for lunch


Online DVD rental leader Netflix Inc. said today it will provide a 5 percent credit on the monthly bills of customers affected by its Monday outage.

Netflix will credit customers affected by Monday outage


US tycoon Donald Trump is being investigated over the use of a coat of arms to promote his £1 billion golf resort.

Donald Trump is being investigated over a coat of arms


The United States said on Monday it had tightened security at its embassy and offices in Sudan after an international prosecutor sought the arrest of the country's president on genocide charges in Darfur.

US tightens security at embassy in Sudan


Mineweb reported China launched a new physical iron ore trading platformwill help strengthen its pricing power and wrest control from global ore suppliers.

China launches physical iron ore trading


A motorcyclist was rushed to the hospital after a crash with a pick-up truck in Amity Township, Berks County.

Motorcyclist rushed to hospital after crash with truck


The Philippines and the other Asian emerging economies will grow faster this year compared to last year, according to a latest report from the Asian Development Bank.

Philippines, other Asian emerging economies to grow faster this year:


A massive team of responders was in Milwaukee on Thursday to help with the jet fuel leaking from a 2-mile pipeline at Mitchell International Airport.

Responders in Milwaukee to help with jet fuel leak


A SPECIAL concert to celebrate Geoff Winter's 50 years as musical director at St John's Church in Grantham takes place tomorrow evening.

Concert to celebrate Geoff's 50 years as musical director


Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx sets March release of new Sixx AM album this is gonna hurt, and he talked about the sound of the new album and Nikki says This Is Gonna Hurt.

Nikki Sixx set to release new Sixx AM album


An Enid man is facing multiple life sentences because of prior convictions after being charged in a domestic violence incident last week.


Ascendify emerges from private beta and launches its new social recruiting platform at NACE show in Las Vegas June 12, 2012 and SHRM show in Atlanta June 24, 2012 and aims to improve the way job seekers and hiring managers connect by leveraging their social connections.

Ascendify launches new social recruiting platform


HENNIKER, NH A New York company wants to build a renewable energy plant in Henniker, New Hampshire.

Company wants to build renewable energy plant in Henniker


Tegucigalpa - Ousted former president Manuel Zelaya said he would accept a deal for exile to the Dominican Republic that would ease a four-month diplomatic standoff.

Zelaya accepts deal for exile to Dominican Republic


While supporting Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as the BJP's prime ministerial candidate, suspended party leader Ram Jethmalani Tuesday said that Modi was ``impeccably secular''.


Apache Corp. said Thursday it will buy Mariner Energy Inc. for $2.7 billion, the oil and gas producer's second deal this week aimed at expanding its presence in the Gulf of Mexico.

Apache to buy Mariner Energy for $2.7 billion


A tenant in a block of flats has been evicted following continuous reports of antisocial behaviour.


Heavily armed bandits from the neighboring war-torn Somalia attacked Elwak town and hijacked two government vehicles belonging to the Ministries of Works, water and Irrigation and a local school.

Armed bandits hijack government vehicles


She maybe hurt following talk about the end of her career, but Bollywood actress Rani Mukherjee says such predictions will not break her.

Rani Mukherjee hurt with talk about end of her career


Treasurys extended losses on Wednesday as a bigger-than-forecast rise in new home sales lifted optimism about the economy, dimming the allure of relatively safe assets.

Treasurys extend losses on new home sales


Chili's Grill & Bar said it will donate 100 percent of today's profit to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., as part of its monthlong Create-a-Pepper to Fight Childhood Cancer campaign.

Chili's will donate today's profit to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital


Conn. bill establishes standards for school pools Legislation that sets stronger pool safety measures following the recent deaths of two Connecticut students is facing a public hearing.


Samsung is seeking an injunction blocking the sale of the new iPhone in France and Italy as a trademark-infringement war between the once-friendly companies escalates.

Samsung seeks injunction to block sales of iPhone 4S in France, Italy


Just weeks before the March deadline on the Feed-in Tariff, Solar Panels Prices offers 75% off its solar panels installation prices.

Solar panels prices offers 75% off solar panels installation prices


Former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak was hospitalized in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh Tuesday, two days after he was summoned for questioning by prosecutors, security sources said.

Former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak hospitalized, sources say


Faster broadband services will help farmers in the UK to thrive and stop them going out of business, it has been claimed.

Fast broadband 'will help farmers thrive'


Malaysia's embattled Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi said on Sunday he would not step down before December, but did not commit on whether he will contest the next general elections.


Mexico violence pushes 2 companies to relocate The economic development secretary of the western Mexican state of Michoacan says two major firms have decided to relocate their distribution centers to escape violence.


Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi on Sunday stressed the need for better water management and schemes to harvest rainwater, reiterating experts' warning that a water crisis would lead to major problems in the world.

Karunanidhi stresses need for better water management


Multinational engineering and technology corporation Metso says the strengthened design of its new Neles Finetrol rotary control valve reduces health and safety risks, while achieving the ISO 15848-1 class BH fugitive-emission-type approval certificate.

Control valve reduces health and safety risk


The Sell It Now Store, an eBay consignment seller, has moved to a new location, in Wauwatosa.


China should build several animation theme parks like Disneyland in order to boost domestic demand amid global economic recession, suggested a top political advisor.

China should build animation theme parks


Donald Petrie is set to direct and produce the romantic comedy Fashionistas for CP Prods.


Large sections of the lower Jordan River could dry out by next year unless the region's countries take action, according to two studies.

Jordan River could dry out within a year


Kiribati has sent three athletes to compete at the Beijing Olympics, the Pacific Magazine reported on Tuesday.

Kiribati sends three athletes to Beijing Olympics


F5 Networks Inc. said Scott Thompson, Yahoo Inc.'s recently departed chief executive, has resigned from its board.

F5 Networks says Scott Thompson resigned from its board


Sydney commuters are being forced to drive to work because one in four train stations have no parking, a report has found.

Sydney commuters 'forced to drive to work'


The trade deficit narrowed to $44.8 billion in July, down 13.1 percent from June, the Commerce Department reported Thursday.


London, Nov 27 British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has condemned Wednesday's terrorist attacks in Mumbai, saying Britain stands 'solidly behind' India and offering all help to combat the terrorists.


A legally blind Massachusetts phone hacker was sentenced Friday to over 11 years in federal prison, following his guilty plea on computer intrusion and witness intimidation charges earlier this year.

Blind hacker sentenced to 11 years in prison


The wife of Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Scott Schoeneweis was found dead at her home Wednesday.

Wife of Diamondbacks pitcher Schoeneweis found dead at home


London shares fell at the end of trade on Monday as investors fretted over economic gloom in both the eurozone and the United States.


The Saudi government yesterday passed regulations for fighting human trafficking, calling it a royal decree.

Saudi arabia passes regulations for fighting human trafficking


The breakthrough offers a major step forward in understanding where fearful memories are processed in the brain, and how to permanently erase them.

Fearful memories can be permanently erased


Pakistan Squash Federation in a major development, has won the appeal case in which its former Honorary Secretary, Wing Commander Irfan Asghar was awarded one year ban from involvement in all World Squash Federation events and a fine of GBP 500/- by the Disciplinary and Appeal Committee of the WSF, on 07 October, 2011.

Pakistan Squash Federation wins Appeal case


Serious allegations of torture and abuse on a journalist should be properly investigated to bring to light the real perpetrators of the crime, renowned activist Asma Jehangir said in a statement on Sunday.

Allegations of torture on journalist should be investigated:


New York state police say a 50-seat commuter plane has crashed into a home in suburban Buffalo.


The upcoming presidential elections in France may see the participation of a man who insists that the French president should be picked by a draw rather than the vote, the Europe-1 radio station reported on Thursday.


Heavy gunfire was heard around the northern Mali town of Gao on Saturday, one of three regional centres targeted by separatist rebels seeking to carve out a desert homeland.


Thom Yorke, singer and songwriter of Radiohead, released a remix ``Harrowdown Hill'' as a free download on the band's website.


The latest Fashion Targets Breast Cancer campaign launches today, and a whole host of your favourite high-street and designer labels are supporting the cause.

Fashion Targets Breast Cancer launches today


Norton Rose, the UK law firm, has sealed its second Canadian merger in as many years in an effort to beef up its mining and energy practice and expand into South America and Central Asia.

UK law firm Norton Rose seals Canadian merger


It was announced today that American Idol sensation David Archuleta has signed to 19 Recordings/Jive Records.

David Archuleta signs to 19 Recordings/Jive Records


Demi Moore's daughter, Tallulah Willis, turns 18 on Friday and Hollywood is wondering where is Demi?


The Army is gearing for the final assault in the Bhati Dhar woods of Mendhar in Poonch district to flush out the militants, who have been holed up there for the past seven days.


``Regarding east of Libya, the Benghazi airport runways have been destroyed. It is not possible for Egyptair flights or any other flights to land in that airport,'' Aboul Gheit told a news conference.


A study in the April 1 issue of the journal Sleep found that the maintenance of daily routines was associated with a reduced rate of insomnia and improved quality of sleep in older adults living in a retirement community.

Maintenance of daily routines associated with reduced rate of insomnia in older adults


A farmer in Tunica County has found a human skull in his field off Old Mhoonlanding Road not far from the Sheriff's Department.


Pakistani protesters clashed with police on Sunday as former prime minister and opposition leader Nawaz Sharif said the government had turned the country into a police state.


The Swine Flu death toll in India has gone up to 188, with the death of 16 more people yesterday.

Swine Flu death toll in India goes up to 188


White Plains officials react to the Wednesday afternoon fire that put more than 30 people in the hospital and burned seven stores beyond recognition.

White Plains officials react to Wednesday fire


In Touch magazine claims in its latest issue that Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston are in a race to the altar.

Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston racing to the altar


The US Open golf playoff is underway at the Torrey Pines South course in San Diego.

US Open golf playoff is underway in San Diego


A Jefferson County Public School student was arrested after allegedly assaulting a bus driver.

Jcps student arrested after allegedly assaulting bus driver


Cagamas HKMC Bhd hopes to tap into existing mortgage loans in financial institutions as well as new loans for its newly launched mortgage guarantee programme.

Cagamas HKMC to tap into existing mortgage loans


``Kumar is behaving like a dictator by promising to annihilate adversaries in the next elections ....


President Barack Obama will appear on ``The Tonight Show'' with Jay Leno on Tuesday, Oct. 25, the White House announced.

President Obama to appear on 'the tonight show'


Jared Lee Loughner, arrested in the Tucson shooting rampage, was put on a 24-hour suicide watch this month at a federal prison in Missouri after he asked a staff psychologist to kill him, federal prosecutors said in newly released court documents.


Democrat Barack Obama was to campaign in New Mexico on Monday to court the Hispanic vote amid swirling rumours about his possible choices of running mates.


Automaker Fiat India on Thursday said it is in talks with Pune-based Premier Ltd to supply diesel engines for its compact sports utility vehicle RiO.

Fiat India in talks with Premier to supply diesel engines for SUV


The convocation ceremony of MA Education, M.Ed and B.Ed courses was held at Bilquis College of Education for Women PAF, Chaklala Thursday, says a press release.

Convocation held at Bilquis College of Education


INDICATIONS emerged yesterday that the much-touted plot to impeach Senate President David Mark over the ill-health of President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua was, after all, a hoax.


Our second annual ``What Ever Happened To...`` series rolls on with former San Jose Earthquakes defender Chris Roner.


A Southwest Arkansas mother honors her son's memory by giving back to the volunteers and rescue crews who searched for him.

Mother honors her son's memory by giving back


However, a friend of Kym's has told the Daily Mirror that Kym -- who of course plays the role of Michelle Connor -- now fears more women will ``come crawling out of the woodwork'' to tell lurid stories about Jamie.

Corrie star Kym Marsh fears more women will tell lurid stories about Jamie lomas!


Kazakhstan accused Eni, the Italian energy group, of a $110m fraud on Friday, adding to pressure on international oil companies developing its vast oil resources.


ACC Commissioner John Swofford shakes the hand of Notre Dame president Rev. John I. Jenkins after Notre Dame announced it would join the ACC. The Fighting Irish will maintain an independent football team.


The world''s airlines are set to lose $9 billion this year, according to one industry expert.

Airlines ''will lose $9 billion this year''


In an interview for Glamour, Kunis says that like much of Young Hollywood she supports President Barack Obama.

Actress Mila Kunis says she supports President Obama...


Tharu tribal people residing in 300 forested villages surrounding the Valmiki Nagar Tiger reserve in Bihar's West Champaran district are facing likely displacement if a proposal to increase the area of the tiger reserve is implemented.


After mesmerizing audiences by her performances in movies, Miss universe Sushmita Sen has turned poetess.


Lagardere Unlimited announced today that Josselin Ouanna has joined the group of athletes it represents.

Josselin Ouanna joins Lagardere Unlimited


Before turning to questions of the soul, Mr Palmer announced four new candidates who will stand for his unregistered United Australia Party.

Clive Palmer announces four new candidates standing for unregistered United Australia Party


NBA Player Javale McGee dunks, blocks and then planks during the game against Philippine all stars


Saudi Arabia urged its citizens to avoid travel to Yemen due to insecurity and instability, the Saudi official news agency reported on Tuesday.

Saudi Arabia urges citizens to avoid travel to Yemen


Auburn police are investigating the death of a Tuskegee woman who died Monday afternoon, according to police reports.


Two of the most annoying forms of musical expression might all too soon converge to the sound of shrieking, sophomoric orchestral crescendos and controversy.

Two most annoying forms of musical expression converge...