China successfully launched a new communication satellite, the Zhongxing-10, from its Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest Sichuan Province on early Tuesday.

China successfully launches new communication satellite


Tashkent will host a meeting of CIS foreign ministers to discuss humanitarian and security documents, the CIS Executive Committee reports.

Tashkent to host meeting of CIS foreign ministers


A cook will be jailed for three months for kissing and groping a woman job seeker whom he invited to his flat to discuss a job offer.

Cook jailed three months for kissing and groping woman


IT company CapGemini said on Wednesday it will limit the pay cut request to less-productive older workers to 20%, the Financieele Dagblad reports.

CapGemini limits pay cut for older workers to 20%


Fifth seeded Carla Suarez Navarro of Spain reached her first quarterfinal of the year in Colombia.

Carla Suarez Navarro reaches quarterfinal in Colombia


At the Nokia Connection event held in Singapore today Nokia has shown off three new phones along with making a lot of noise about favourite buzz terms such as ``ecosystems'' ``compelling services'' and ``solutions''.


Moviehole has received word that Terence Stamp is set to join Aaron Eckhart on the cast of 'Pan.

Terence Stamp joining Aaron Eckhart for Pan


29 August 2012 Govt backtrack on software patents damaging The National Government's decision to open the way for the patenting of software will damage our high-growth software industry and stifle innovation in the sector, the Green Party said today.


Panasonic Corp., the world's largest maker of consumer electronics, said it outpaced competitors in North American sales of high-definition TVs and Blu-ray movie players over the holidays.

Panasonic says it outpaced competitors in North American sales


Minister for Commerce Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Thursday hinted at probable wheat shortage during the current year after the Rabi crop is harvested and said the government imported 135,915 million tonne wheat in fiscal 2006-07 and 1,574,847 million tonne during 2007-08.


Specialty chemicals maker Rohm & Haas Co. said yesterday that it's cutting about 900 jobs, idling or closing plants and will record $90 million in pretax charges for the fourth quarter as it looks to slash costs in a weakening economy.


GreenButton™ the leading provider of compute intensive and integrated on-demand cloud solutions, today announced it will offer GridFTP support for CloudSync, which provides a seamless way to synchronize an organization's data to the cloud so that it can be processed using the GreenButton Cloud Fabric, a specialized Platform as a Service for Big Compute and Big Data.

GreenButton(tm) to offer GridFTP support for CloudSync


Noisecreep.com is reporting that Trent Reznor has confirmed through the Nine Inch Nails forum that a new NIN album is in the works.

Trent Reznor confirms new Nine Inch Nails album


Religious violence between Christians and Muslims erupted again Tuesday in central Nigeria, and the state government called for more military units to enter the city where rioters have killed at least 27 people.

Religious violence erupts again in central Nigeria


Insurer and reinsurer Beazley has seen strong growth in premiums written this year, even after it pushed through rate increases.

Beazley sees growth despite rate increases


Angelo State University is expected to name its new head football coach today, according to the school's Athletic Communications Department.

Angelo State expected to name new football coach today


Crude oil rose for a second day in New York as the dollar headed for a weekly loss against the euro, making investments in commodities attractive as a hedge against inflation.

Crude oil rises as dollar heads for weekly loss against euro


Sargent Shriver, a member of the Kennedy family and a former US vice presidential nominee who served as the first Peace Corps director, died on Tuesday.

Sargent Shriver, former vice presidential nominee, dies


US Defense Secretary Robert Gates said on Sunday that Iran was not yet able to make a nuclear weapon and that its program was progressing slower than Tehran expected.

Iran not yet able to make nuclear weapon:


AUSTRALIAN mining magnate Ken Talbot and all four other board members at Sundance Resources are missing after their plane disappeared in Cameroon on Saturday.


Animal Kingdom pulled away down the straight to win the $10 million Dubai World Cup and give Americans their first victory in the world's richest horse race since 2009.

Animal Kingdom wins $10 million Dubai world Cup


'I definitely want to record an album, direct a film and start my own religion,' femalefirst.co.uk qouted Pattinson as saying.


A Saudi woman in her 20s died while she was praying at home as her husband waited to take her to the university, a newspaper reported on Tuesday.


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


Alcoholic drinks company Constellation Brands Inc said on Tuesday it sold several wine brands to Eight Estates Fine Wines LLC for $209 million.

Constellation brands sells some wine brands


Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting overtook India`s Rahul Dravid to become the second highest Test run scorer on Monday during the opening day of the third Test against West Indies.

Ponting becomes second highest Test run scorer


Newcastle United are favoured to defeat Arsenal this afternoon at the Emirates.

Newcastle United favoured to defeat Arsenal


Spencer Pratt has said that he will shave his beard in order to reconcile with estranged wife Heidi Montag.


Casey Anthony reportedly hid out in New York following her acquittal of charges she murdered her little girl Caylee Anthony.

Casey Anthony hid in New York following acquittal


Two Amtrak stops in Westerly have been eliminated, but any inconvenience to travelers may be temporary.


La Quinta Estación has won the Grammy for Best Latin Pop Album at the 2010 Grammy Award ceremony.

La Quinta Estación wins Best Latin Pop album --


The $956 million Palomar Medical Center, which would be the first new hospital in North County in more than 30 years, is set to open on 19 August 2012 in Escondido, northern San Diego County.

Palomar Medical Center to open in Escondido


Kings Island is asking its visitors to fight a tax that would boost the cost of a getaway to Warren County.

Kings Island asking visitors to fight tax


China Mobile recently released a Web 2.0 handset platform with 10GB of online storage per user at mSpaces.net, reports Sohu.


General Motors Corp. says it lost $9.6 billion in the fourth quarter and burned through $6.2 billion in cash as it sought government help to avoid running out of cash.

General Motors lost billions in fourth quarter


MATT HEALY WILL make his first start for Connacht in Saturday's RaboDirect PRO12 clash with Leinster at the RDS.

Matt Healy to make first start for Connacht against Leinster


Oil jumped $4 to record highs over $120 a barrel on Monday on the weaker US dollar and supply concerns from OPEC members Nigeria and Iran.

Oil jumps $4 to record over $120 on weak dollar


Italian premier Silvio Berlusconi is facing his 54th confidence vote in parliament on Tuesday, amid rumours he will step down as a result of the country's looming debt crisis.


Manchester City are struggling to find a new shirt sponsor following their disappointing season, according to the Daily Mail.

Manchester City struggle to find a new shirt sponsor


Variety reports that Emily Blunt is joining Matt Damon in the George Nolfi-directed sci-fi thriller The Adjustment Bureau.


Eight-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal said in an interview that he suffered too much and he shouldn´t have played Wimbledon last year.


The New York Jets have signed undrafted free agent Paul Cornick, a tackle from North Dakota State.

Jets sign undrafted free agent tackle Paul Cornick.


The use of a second arterial conduit, the radial artery, improves long-term survival after coronary artery bypass grafting using the left internal thoracic artery and saphenous vein, according to a retrospective study presented here at the Society of Thoracic Surgeons 46th Annual Meeting.

Second arterial conduit improves survival after coronary artery bypass grafting:


LONDON -The British government reappointed Sue Campbell as chairwoman of UK Sport, the body that distributes the country's sports funding.

British government reappoints Campbell at UK Sport


Chevron Corp. on Monday will unveil a solar oil field project that has been hit by cost overruns and delays but serves as a showcase for the technology of Chevron-backed solar thermal company BrightSource Energy.

Chevron to unveil solar oil field project


The Boston Bruins announced this morning that forward Trent Whitfield has cleared waivers and will be assigned to the Providence Bruins of the AHL, pending a physical.


Frutarom appointed Holger Reimensperger general manager of its global health business unit.

Frutarom appoints general manager of global health business


Five BJP councilors of Junagadh municipal corporation including ex deputy mayor has joined Congress.

Five BJP councilors from Junagadh join Congress


Toronto actress Tracy Wright, who frequently collaborated with husband Don McKellar on films including ``Monkey Warfare,'' ``Highway 61,'' and the upcoming concert film, ``This Movie is Broken,'' has died.


Blockbuster Inc. is set to file for bankruptcy Thursday in New York before the stock market opens, using a $125 million loan to reorganize so it can compete with rivals such as Netflix Inc. in renting movies online, according to a person with knowledge of the planned petition.

Blockbuster is set to file for bankruptcy


Senator Brad Ashford of Omaha, chairman of the Judiciary Committee, says too many teens are locked up.


A CRPF jawan and a Havildar were injured in an accidental fire when the former was cleaning his gun here on Tuesday, police said.

CRPF jawan, Havildar injured in accidental fire


No surprise gold prices recovered after this week's beat down, a recovery that will likely be further fueled by the Federal Reserve chairman's comments on inflation.


MIAMI - Hurricane Celia has weakened a bit in the Pacific but is still a Category 2 storm.

Hurricane Celia weakens but still Category 2 storm


After a pair of road games and then a week off to take finals, Utah Valley basketball returns to the court to host Utah State in an in-state contest on Saturday at 7 pm in the UCCU Center.

Utah Valley basketball hosts Utah State on Saturday


Malaysia Airlines has taken delivery of its first A380, becoming the eighth operator of the world's largest airliner.

Malaysia Airlines takes delivery of its first A380


With her fifth album, Stronger, released this week, Clarkson talks to Ramin Setoodeh about heartbreak, her gay groupies, X Factor--and why she was up drinking till 4 am


The National Geographic Society has launched a brand-new record label called Nat Geo Music.

National Geographic launches record label ``Nat Geo Music''


ABI Research predicts that the growth for cellular M2M connections is set to exceed 29.7 crore in 2015.

Cellular M2M connections to exceed 29.7 crore in 2015


The Turkish ship Iskenderum has sailed from the Libyan city of Benghazi on Saturday morning with 22 Bulgarians aboard, the crisis center of the Turkish Foreign Ministry announced.

Turkish ship Iskenderum sails from Benghazi with 22 Bulgarians aboard


Police in north Auckland are hunting a pair of armed robbers following a spate of holdups in the Helensville region at the weekend.

Police in north Auckland hunting armed robbers


Irish-born actor Colin Farrell and his girlfriend, Polish actress Alicja Bachleda-Curus, have baptized their infant son in Poland.


Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, 19, was indicted on charges including using a weapon of mass destruction and bombing a place of public use, resulting in death.

Marathon bombing suspect Tsarnaev indicted


The findings, published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, showed that green tea trimmed five to six points more from people's total cholesterol and ``bad'' LDL cholesterol levels than dummy capsules or other treatments.


US Defense Secretary Leon Panetta is praising China for what he calls its ``professional and diplomatic'' response to the US announcement last month of a nearly $6 billion arms sale to Taiwan, which will upgrade its F-16 fighter jets.

Panetta praises China for 'professional and diplomatic' response to US arms sale to Taiwan


The hotel industry has placed an emphasis on terror awareness training for all employees, not just security guards, in an effort to enhance safety at their facilities.

Hotels place emphasis on terror awareness training


£500,000 grant to help improve skills Test Valley Borough Council has secured £500,000 to improve skills in Andover as part of the planning agreement for Andover Business Park.


Everton will face the MLS All-Stars team as part of their North American pre-season tour, the BPL club have confirmed.


Albertans can expect a judicial inquiry into reports of widespread muzzling of doctors concerned for patient health care, and into lengthy emergency room waits.


CM Russell Museum held a silent film festival showing ``The Great Train Robbery,'' ``Tumbleweeds,'' ``Ropin' Fool,'' and ``Just Tony.''

C.M. Russell Museum holds silent film festival


At the Mobile World Congress, Texas Instruments is to demonstrate an early look of the Android mobile platform in two forms: a prototype handset based on TI's OMAP850 processor that also includes TI's Wireless LAN and Bluetooth wireless technology solutions, as well as an OMAP3430 processor-based Zoom Mobile Development Kit from Logic PD.

Texas Instruments to demonstrate Android mobile platform


In Nascar...when it comes down to the last lap, it's anyone's race.


Nick Clegg has warned that the global economic situation is ``deteriorating'' but he promised the government would do more to improve growth in the UK.

Nick Clegg warns the global economic situation is deteriorating


CRAIG Edwards was furious with the referee after his side were robbed of a 'stonewall penalty' during Monday night's derby draw with bitter rivals Chelmsford City.

Craig Edwards furious with referee after side robbed of penalty


The elusive God Particle may be within reach, and scientists are cautiously excited about the breakthrough that could rock the foundation of the universe.


A 71-year-old man died at an Island golf course yesterday, following what police are calling a one-vehicle collision.


The city of Hattiesburg has answered a lawsuit filed by a local church contesting enforcement of land use code, arguing that none of the church's rights were violated.

Hattiesburg answers lawsuit filed by church contesting enforcement of land use code


A large wildfire known as the ``Con Shea Fire'' is currently burning out of control four miles north of Murphy, Idaho on the south side of the Snake River.

Wildfire burns out-of-control near Murphy


TV talent show It Must Be The Music has been cancelled after just one series.

Must be the music cancelled after just one series


Los Angeles police say a homeless man has died after he was set on fire.

Police say homeless man dies after set on fire


A fire alarm forced an Air Arabia passenger aircraft to make an emergency landing at Jinnah International Airport on Sunday, triggering rescue services to come in action.


The dollar hit a two-month high against the yen after Japan's sovereign credit rating was cut a notch as the world's third-biggest economy struggles to rein in debt.


Washington, Dec 11 Safe havens in Pakistan played a role in allowing the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror group to plan and practise for the attack on India's financial capital of Mumbai, says the head of the US defence forces.The Nov 26 terrorist attack in Mumbai is just the latest evidence of the danger that terrorist safe havens present to the world, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen said at a Pentagon news conference Wednesday.

Safe havens in Pakistan played role in Mumbai attack:


Police are using a remote-controlled underwater robot today to search Potholes Reservoir for a missing Moses Lake, Wash., farmer.

Police search Reservoir for missing Moses Lake farmer


Residential care facilities across the north are benefiting from a new rate structure for clients.

Residential care facilities benefit from new rate structure


The former Wales Grand Slam-winning coach and Worcester director of rugby Mike Ruddock is to help out Malvern with their pre-season programme.

Former Worcester coach Mike Ruddock to help out Malvern


Avon Products says that it will eliminate about 1,200 positions by 2013 as part of its restructuring efforts.

Avon to eliminate about 1,200 positions by 2013


A car bomb killed eight members of a single family yesterday in Kirkuk , the city at the heart of a bitter feud between Iraq 's Arabs and minority Kurds.


A Marksville man has been killed in a single-car crash in Avoyelles Parish.


CAPITAL gains tax is something not largely discussed within the rental market, but as more and more people decide to let their properties rather than selling, now is the perfect time for landlords to get up to date on the current legislation.


Around 600 hospital beds could close at two of Wales' largest hospitals with more patient care taking place in the community, it is understood.


KGO, the ABC owned-and-operated station in San Francisco, is expanding their 11 pm weekend newscast to a full hour beginning this weekend.

KGO expands weekend newscasts to a full hour


UK universities recruited 54,000 fewer UK and EU students this academic year following the rise in tuition fees, according to the university admissions service, with less prestigious universities suffering the worst of the drop.

Universities recruit 54,000 fewer students


Killeen police said they shut down a crack house on North Gilmer Street, near Avenue C.


During an appearance on SiriusXM NFL Radio, South Carolina outside linebacker / defensive end Melvin Ingram revealed that he has already met with the New York Jets, and plans to head to Foxboro to take a pre-draft visit with the Patriots.

Melvin Ingram to take pre-draft visit with Patriots


The Voice coach Jessie J has admitted that she doesn't watch the BBC talent show on TV -- as she already 'gets to see enough of it'.

Coach Jessie J 'doesn't watch the Voice'


The cholera epidemic in Haiti will exceed UN projections, reveals a new study conducted by the University of California, San Francisco and the Harvard Medical School.

Cholera epidemic in Haiti may exceed UN projections:


Israeli forces Saturday arrested 17 Palestinians from across the west Bank, according to security sources.

Israeli forces arrest 17 Palestinians across west Bank


The Federal Government has said that no fewer than 34,000 Nigerian women die yearly from unsafe and illegal abortions.

34,000 women die yearly from unsafe abortions


FABIO Capello has quit as England manager, the Football Association has announced.


Writers in residence at the University of Iowa International Writing Program will introduce films from around the world in the IWP Cinematheque series and lead a conversation after each screening.


BC-Tennessee Crash,0136 SUV collides with car in Tenn. crash, killing 4 Eds:


Union Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma on Friday said that India is providing a stable policy regime through its Foreign Trade Policy.

India providing stable Policy regime through Foreign Trade Policy:


Singapore Airlines has announced that it is adding iPhone and iPod support for business customers.


The senior citizen of twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi are facing different problems due to deficient health and welfare services.


Delia Smith has called time on her television career and said programme makers were now sacrificing education for entertainment.

Delia Smith calls time on her television career


Authorities in rural central Ohio say a man found dead in a septic tank was shot several times and had a plastic bag over his head.

Ohio man found dead in septic tank had been shot


President Obama will meet separately Tuesday with labor and business leaders on immigration reform, as the White House seeks to enlist the often at-odds interest groups in a common push toward a comprehensive legislative package.

Obama to meet with labor, business leaders on immigration


Giffords has been released from a Houston hospital, Wednesday, June 15, 2011, five months after being shot in the head during a Tucson political event.

Gabrielle Giffords released from Houston hospital


Maoists were getting encouragement from civil society and support of well-minded citizens was required to stem the menace, West Bengal Governor MK Narayanan said on Friday.

Maoists getting encouragement from civil society:


Albanian police said Thursday they have seized over 880 kilos of cannabis in a crackdown on trafficking in the Balkans country, considered a main transport hub for drugs destined for Western Europe, AFP reported.

Albanian police seize 880 kilos of cannabis in crackdown


Longford claimed top spot in Division 3B of the Allianz Hurling League after inflicting a first defeat of the campaign on Sligo, while Warwickshire recorded an impressive 14-point win over Leitrim.

Longford claim top spot while Warwickshire record impressive win


A Chadian court has lifted sanctions against the weekly La Voix newspaper a month after it was seized and shut down by the authorities, a judicial source said.


Tennis brat Lleyton Hewitt and wife Bec have confirmed they are expecting their second child in a paid interview with Ok! ``We are both very excited,'' the 24-year-old former Home and Away actress was quoted as saying about the baby expected in January.


White House bridge in Lufkin will be closing again this week.


BBC North has launched new apprenticeships for school leavers over the age of 16.


Repair work on the Combs Hehl Bridge on I-275 has been delayed again.


At 73-years-old Tina Turner has landed her very first Vogue cover.


``It's great that I've achieved it and proved so many people wrong,'' she told reporters at her Queensland homecoming on Wednesday.


Outfielder Jon Jay and first baseman Matt Carpenter were activated from the disabled list before Friday night's game at Kansas City, while right-hander Chris Carpenter threw to batters for the first time since March 18 because of a nerve condition in his shoulder.


In March I wrote of a spread betting strategy that had been working quite well for me.


Braylon Edwards, the receiver with so much talent but not enough to show for it, is getting another shot to kick-start his career.


With a surprise last minute delivery, Williams Buick GMC received their first 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Luxury Truck.

Williams Buick GMC receives the first 2014 GMC Sierra 1500


Occupy Dallas is taking the city to federal court on Friday in order to remain in Pioneer Park.

Occupy Dallas takes city to federal court


Dolton Grand Source Hotel, a four-star boutique hotel has opened its doors for business in southern Changsha, Hunan.

Dolton Grand Source hotel opens in Changsha


VICTORIAN Senator Stephen Conroy will become the third most senior member of the Gillard Government when he is elected unopposed as Senate leader.

Stephen Conroy to be elected unopposed as Senate leader


SHARE prices on Bursa Malaysia ended yesterday's trading slightly lower on uncertain global economic sentiment, despite positive regional markets, dealers said.


Colombia is making solid progress against terrorism, prompting desertions to rise among various subversive armed groups, the commander of US Southern Command told Congress yesterday.


Officials say a train has derailed in Old Town in the area of French Island near the intersection of Center and Bosworth streets.


SPX Corp. has won a $40 million contract to establish a dairy-processing plant in Shanghai, China, for Bright Dairy & Food Co. Ltd.


Actress Hilary Swank has revealed that she was a troubled kid and felt insecure about her future.

Hilary Swank was a troubled and insecure kid


Angeion Corporation, today announced that it will be presenting at the 21 st annual Wall Street Analyst Forum institutional investor conference on Friday, June 11, 2010, at 9:05 am Eastern Time.

Angeion Corporation to present at Wall Street Analyst conference on June 11


Albion today said sorry to fans for their dismal exit from the Carling Cup at Ipswich.


The Libyan stock market closed trading on Wednesday up by 20.83 points, or 1.55%, compared to the previous session at 1368.92 points.


At least 18 people were killed by pro-government forces and militia in central and southern Syria on Friday, a Lebanon-based Syrian activist said.

At least 18 killed in Syria, activists say


Osama bin Laden urged Muslims to launch a jihad against Israel, seeking to harness anger over the Gaza offensive with a new message posted on the Internet yesterday.

Bin Laden urges Muslims to launch a jihad against Israel


Bank Negara Malaysia says it is not involved in any proposal made by Bestino Golden House Sdn Bhd as reported in several newspapers today.

BNM not involved in any proposal made by Bestino Golden House


A 28-year-old Cass Lake man has pleaded guilty here to second-degree intentional murder in the death of a woman last summer.


Two-time Olympic medalist Michelle Kwan is engaged to marry Clay Pell, a member of the White House's National Security staff, People reports.

Olympic figure skater Michelle Kwan is engaged


The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has closed all highways in the Panhandle, and several in northwest Oklahoma due to the blizzard conditions.

Oklahoma Highway patrol closes highways in Panhandle, nw ok


Paul McCartney wants to work with MGMT, saying he'd collaborate with them if they called him.


White House spokesman Adam Abrams on Friday confirmed Obama will visit Reno sometime in April, but didn't immediately release any other details.


At the Family Leader Thanksgiving Family Forum on November 19, 2011, Newt says ``personhood begins at conception.''

Newt: ``personhood begins at conception''


A British soldier was killed in Afghanistan on Monday after being wounded during a fire fight in Helmand province, the Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday.


Hollywood actor Ryan Phillippe has defended controversial TV personality Charlie Sheen.


Animal welfare rules will be given more teeth under changes the Government is proposing to the Animal Welfare Act.

Animal welfare rules to be given more teeth


Philippine troops will continue offensives against Muslim rebels in the south but commanders will make ``tactical adjustments'' in deference to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, an official said on Sunday.

Philippines to continue offensives against Muslim rebels


General Motors Corp and Chrysler LLC have reopened merger talks, as Chrysler owner Cerberus Capital Management LP has signalled its willingness to give away part of its ownership in the auto maker, a media report said on Thursday, citing people familiar with the goings-on.

General Motors, Chrysler reopen merger talks


Results of a new study show that low dose aspirin can reduce risk of colon cancer.


14 Jan, 10:58 - Zavvi has announced that it is closing a further 18 of its stores, with the loss of 353 jobs.


The Democratic-controlled House has approved an $819 billion economic stimulus package critical to President Barack Obama's plan to revive the economy.

Us House approves economic stimulus package


Two people were killed in traffic accidents on state roads Saturday night and Sunday morning, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.


Shawnee State University has elected to freeze its fall tuition rates despite the approval of a two-year budget passed by state lawmakers earlier this week that permits state universities to increase tuition rates by 3.5 percent in each of the next two academic years.

Shawnee state University freezes fall tuition rates


Quicksilver Resources earned $52.4 million in the second quarter, up 65 percent from a year earlier, as the company's Barnett Shale production more than doubled.

Quicksilver earns $52.4 million in second quarter


Chris Brown pled guilty on felony assault charges for the beating that left singer Rihanna battered and bruised.


A controversial school prayer bill cleared its first hurdle in the House, paving the way for teacher participation in student-sponsored prayer.


US stocks fell and Treasuries rose as reports showed manufacturing shrank in the world's largest economy.

U.S. stocks fall, Treasuries rise on manufacturing;


Kolkata, Dec 3 Argentine soccer legend Diego Armando Maradona is all set to conduct a football clinic at the Mohun Bagan ground here for under-12 boys Dec 7 as part of his two-day trip to the city.

Maradona to conduct football clinic at Mohun Bagan ground


Yahoo on Thursday became the latest major Internet search engine to incorporate Twitter into its search results, part of an effort to allow users to follow bursts of popular content on the Web.

Yahoo to incorporate Twitter into search


The Coeur d'Alene-based Hecla Mining Co. is selling its gold mines in Venezuela for about $25 million.

Hecla Mining Co. to sell gold mines in Venezuela


Six Burundi peacekeepers in Somalia were killed Sunday and another 20 injured in a suicide attack by Islamist rebels against an African Union base in Mogadishu, a Burundi army spokesman said.


The Asian region will continue to face inflationary pressures arising from high commodity and energy prices, Bank Negara Malaysia's governor Tan Sri Dr Zeti Akhtar Aziz said Monday.

Asia to continue facing inflationary pressure


A 57-year-old woman clinging to life in a Las Vegas hospital serves as a warning as to how dangerous and potentially deadly foodborne illnesses can be, according to an article published in the Los Angeles Times Wednesday.


Highly-rated South African referee Jason Jaftha will make his Test debut later this month, the South African Rugby Union announced on Monday.


Two white rhinos were killed for their horns by poachers at a farm outside Ficksburg in the Free State, the farm owner said on Thursday.


Queens Park Rangers star Akos Buzsaky stepped up his comeback from injury by playing 70 minutes in the Reserves' 4-3 win at Millwall on Tuesday.


A Mylar balloon floating in the summer sky just before noon Tuesday knocked out power for 4,310 Medford Pacific Power customers after it flew into a substation at 2860 South Stage Road.

Balloon in the summer sky knocks out power for 4,310


A helicopter had to be used to rescue two snowmobilers in rugged terrain southwest of Calgary.

Helicopter rescues two snowmobilers southwest of Calgary


Former Detroit Lions defensive end Robert Porcher has been sentenced to 50 hours of community service for an assault on his ex-wife.

Robert Porcher sentenced to community service


Sony's Walkman outsold Apple's iPod in Japan for the first time in more than four years last week, according to a report from research outfit BCN.


Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao said important strategic consensus will be reached ahead of formal talks with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday.


Celtic manager Tony Mowbray believes the Old Firm would enhance the Premier League and make it more competitive.

Mowbray believes Old Firm would enhance Premier League


President Barack Obama has arrived in South Korea for three days of diplomacy.


The residential property boom appears to be stalling with some capital cities posting falls and others moderate growth, a survey shows.


Paterson, his country's leading points scorer and most capped player, gave Robinson the ringing endorsement hours after the 45-year-old's predecessor severed all ties with the Scottish Rugby Union.


Allstate Corp., the largest publicly traded US home and auto insurer, said catastrophes cost the company $359 million before tax in the first quarter.

Allstate says catastrophes cost $359 million in first quarter


An 84-year-old Advance man died in a singe-vehicle crash on Peters Creek Parkway Tuesday night, police said.

Man dies in crash on Peters Creek Parkway


Samoa will face a big test next year when it hosts the international Pacific softball series next February for the first time.


``In spite of the challenging macro-economic conditions, particularly in certain Mediterranean countries, ISS is well on track to deliver a solid 2012 result in line with our expectations. We recently won major new contracts with Barclays Bank and Novartis and we have a strong pipeline of international and national customers, which gives us confidence that the organic growth and margin development in the second half of the year will bring us within our financial outlook''.

ISS. on track to deliver a solid 2012 result


The following is a list of young men linked to state Sen. RC Soles, D-Columbus.

List of young men linked to Sen. RC Soles


The Rockies have released veteran right-hander Tim Redding from Triple-A Colorado Springs.


With official labour market figures due to be published later this week likely to show that UK unemployment has risen above 2.5 million, the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development publishes an assessment of the overall impact of the recession on the UK labour market and considers what might happen to jobs once the economy starts to recover.

What might happen to jobs once the economy starts to recover?


AP National Video A small Illinois township has made English its official language in a symbolic gesture supporting Arizona's controversial immigration law.

Ill. township makes English its official language


The Australian Greens say they will respect the Rudd government's right to govern and legislate, but insist they have a mandate as well.


Scottsdale-based Rural/Metro Corp., a national provider of private fire protection and ambulance services, has agreed to be acquired by Warburg Pincus, a private equity firm, in an all-cash transaction estimated at $438 million.

Rural/Metro Corp. to be acquired by Warburg Pincus


Officials in the San Francisco Bay Area have reported a quiet night after a tsunami advisory was issued Tuesday for the coastal areas of California and Oregon.

Officials in San Francisco Bay Area report quiet night after a tsunami advisory issued


John Prescott, the former deputy prime minister, was praised by health experts yesterday after revealing that he had fought a secret battle for years against an eating disorder usually associated with young women.

Prescott: my battle with eating disorder


THE Black Country is hoping for a windfall worth millions of pounds after Wolves gained promotion to the Premier League.

Black Country hoping for windfall after Wolves promotion


A Novato woman whose husband disappeared at least five months ago built a brick patio in her backyard in the same place where a body was found Wednesday night, neighbors said today.

Novato woman built patio where body was found


A group of foreign directors will shoot short films about Istanbul as part of a project carried out within the scope of this renowned Turkish city's holding the title of ``European Capital of Culture 2010''.

Foreign directors to shoot short films about Istanbul


IU and Shin Bong Sun's perfect stage seemed as if they were blood related sisters.

IU and Shin Bong Sun ``are they sisters?''


Australia spinner Brad Hogg hailed Sachin Tendulkar after the India batsman hit an unbeaten 124 on the opening day of the fourth Test in Adelaide.


Mayor Kevin Johnson announced Wednesday at the Capitol Heights Academy that he is running for re-election.

Mayor Kevin Johnson announces run for re-election


A St. Tammany Parish councilwoman has been charged with simple battery for what deputies call a domestic disturbance over the Fourth of July weekend.

St. Tammany Parish councilwoman charged with simple battery


Gold slipped on Friday as the market took a breather on the dollar's rebound the day after this week's sharp rally pushed gold to a record high above $1,060 an ounce.

Gold slips, taking breather as dollar rebounds


AstraZeneca and partner Assay Depot have launched a virtual research laboratory aimed at helping its scientists create R&D collaborations.

AstraZeneca launches virtual research laboratory


Celebrities showed off their Christmas trees in their homes to the ABS-CBN magazine show, ``Rated K.''

Celebrities show off their Christmas trees


First Federal Bancshares of Arkansas Inc. of Harrison declared a 1 cent cash dividend payable on Sept. 22 to the stockholders of record on Sept. 8.


Prince Harry visited Lesotho and South Africa this week to touch base with his children's charity Sentebale which works with orphaned and underprivileged children.


The rupee ended flat against the dollar on Wednesday in range-bound trading activities, dealer said.


Denver-based GutCheck, the online market research firm backed by Highway 12 Ventures and Village Ventures, said this morning that it has tied with online sampling firm uSamp.


A woman has filed a complaint with an Erzincan court against former prosecutor and Republican People's Party deputy İlhan Cihaner and other state officials, alleging that psychological problems she suffered as a result of maltreatment by the gendarmerie as part of an investigation carried out on the orders of Cihaner in Erzincan played a significant role in the subsequent miscarriage of her unborn twins, Turkish media reported on Monday.

Woman files complaint with court against Cihaner


Zdenek Stybar heads to a very decisive training camp in Mallorca, Spain, today.

Zdenek Stybar heads to training camp in Mallorca


In both cities, however, blacks are less likely to receive organ transplants than whites -- and more likely to die waiting.

Blacks less likely to receive organ transplants


A Destrehan woman and her daughter have been permanently barred from preparing federal tax returns for other people.

Destrehan women barred from preparing tax returns


A youth allegedly killed his girlfriend and later committed suicide in Sikar district today, police said.

Youth kills girlfriend before committing suicide


The US Dollar is trading lower overnight against most major currencies except the Japanese Yen as optimism over Greek debt woes triggered renewed interest in higher yielding assets.

US Dollar is trading lower against most major currencies


Global semiconductor sales fell 3.4 percent in May compared to last year, but the industry continued to see better month-over-month results as it rises from a rough patch.


``McGoohan died peacefully Tuesday in St. John's Health Center in Santa Monica after a short illness, said Cleve Landsberg, McGoohan's son-in-law. The family did not provide further details.''


To that end a new energy research center was dedicated in Emeryville Tuesday.

New research center dedicated in Emeryville


Notorious gangster Sandip Acharya alias Raja was shifted from Jharapada jail here to Bolangir jail today.


A teacher's aide at Abess Park Elementary School has been removed from the classroom over allegations of improper discipline and possible abuse of special needs students.


United States President Barack Obama has admitted that the private economy is ``not doing fine'' after criticism from opposition Republicans for saying at a press conference that the private sector is ``doing fine.''

Obama admits private economy ``not doing fine''


A plane with 33 injured people from Haiti arrived at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Saturday, according to Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue.

33 injured haitians arrive at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport


California home sales declined in April, while home prices increased, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® reported today.


Pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao's conditioning guru Alex Ariza says undefeated Julio Cesar Chavez Jr will surprise fight fans with his showing against Ireland's John Duddy when they clash at the Alamadome in San Antonio, Texas on Saturday, June 26 The undefeated No.1 contender and son of the Mexican legend Julio Cesar Chavez has been working out at the Wild Card Gym under four-time ``Trainer of the Year'' award winner Freddie Roach and Ariza, who told us Chavez ``is doing very well. With all the rumors about being lazy and all the problems we might have, he's been the complete opposite.''

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr will surprise fans with his showing


Danica Patrick, one of racing's most popular drivers, said Thursday that she will leave IndyCar to drive full time for NASCAR in 2012.

Danica Patrick to drive full-time for NASCAR in 2012


Actress Reese Witherspoon and her husband Jim Toth are reportedly expecting a boy.


Meghalaya is likely to have a winter capital in Tura, Chief Minister Mukul Sangma announced on Tuesday.


China leads Asian shares lower after the State Council said yesterday that it will continue with its effort to keep property market under controls, and after the central bank drained more funds than expected from inter-bank markets, although that did offset a record-high injection prior to the New Year holiday.


Major League Baseball commissioner Bud Selig got a standing ovation for a strike.

Bud Selig gets a standing ovation for this strike


The opening of the first hot air balloon festival since a fatal crash in Carterton has been delayed due to bad weather.

Opening of balloon festival delayed due to weather


Jake Gyllenhaal, who once dated Natalie Portman, says her child ``will most likely be gorgeous like his or her mom, even with a shaved head.''

Jake Gyllenhaal says Natalie Portman's child will ``be gorgeous like his or her mom''


A day's seminar for poultry farmers drawn from the Brong-Ahafo Region has been held in Sunyani.

Seminar for poultry farmers held in Sunyani


Trader Joe's and APPA Fine Foods issued voluntary recalls Nov. 5 of cilantro products due to possible salmonella contamination, according to the US Department of Agriculture and the companies.


Georgia suspended a trio of running backs including leading rusher Isaiah Crowell for Saturday's game against New Mexico State.

Georgia suspends trio of running backs including Isaiah Crowell


First Call for Help/2-1-1 is extending its hours through Friday from 8 am to 6 pm The call center will no longer be open during the weekend.


NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell has described himself as an ``athlete trying to get out'' as he crossed the Sydney Harbour Bridge for walk to work day.

O'Farrell 'an athlete trying to get out'


A success tale of how popular mobile applications are getting is reportedly come from Blue Nile, which sold a diamond engagement ring worth over $300,000 through its iPhone app.

Blue Nile sells ring worth over $300,000 on iPhone app.


Global credit rating agency Moody`s expects the Reserve Bank of India will further tighten monetary policy to contain rising prices, even while projecting moderation in economic growth rate to 7.6% as against 9% achieved in 2007-08.

Moody`s expect RBI to further tighten monetary policy


The Aspen School District is asking voters to approve a property tax increase of $1.2 million a year to help close a budget shortfall.

Aspen schools asking voters for tax increase of $1.2 million a year


An league source tells the Miami Herald that Anquan Boldin could be available in a trade.


A Daytona Beach Police sergeant was hospitalized Friday after a bizarre accident.

Police sergeant hospitalized after bizarre accident


WASHINGTON Republican presidential candidate Jon Huntsman is blaming his slow start on ``the dog days of summer,'' saying he'll do better when the election season hits high gear.

Huntsman blames slow start on 'dog days of summer'


Harvard College is actively investigating anti-Semitic flyers that were allegedly distributed in numerous student housing buildings this morning, according to Evelynn M. Hammonds, dean of Harvard College.

Harvard College investigating anti-Semitic flyers allegedly distributed in student housing


POSB has opened its first branch in a community club, as part of its plan to extend its reach in the heartlands.

POSB opens its first branch in community club


Community-based weight loss programs for individuals ages 60 years or older who are at risk for diabetes or heart disease could save Medicare between $7 billion and $15 billion over the lifetimes of one cohort of baby boomers, according to a study in the September Health Affairs.

Weight loss programs could save Medicare up to $15 billion


President Obama urged religious leaders to back his plan to raise taxes on wealthy Americans -- by saying that it is what Jesus would do.


DC United announced today that it was teaming up with Soccer Unites Utah and DKMS Americas to host a bone marrow drive to help find a matching donor for Marcia Williams, wife of Real Salt Lake midfielder Andy Williams.


New Delhi, May 9 Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan says that his forthcoming production venture 'Delhi Belly' will destroy the goodwill he has earned in the past decades with his family-oriented films.

'Delhi Belly' will destroy our goodwill:


A Hamilton woman pleaded guilty to second degree manslaughter in Superior Court this afternoon in connection with the shooting death of a 29-year-old man.

Hamilton woman pleads guilty to manslaughter in shooting death


Levon Aronian drew with Vallejo Pons in the 6th round of Grand Slam finals in Bilbao, Spain.


European Union foreign ministers on Monday approved tougher sanctions on Iran over Tehran's nuclear program, including measures to block oil and gas investment and curtail its refining and natural gas capability.

EU Foreign ministers approve tougher sanctions against Iran


Privatisation initiatives in the10th Malaysia Plan period will yield positive impact on government expenditure reduction plan and spur private investments, says an economist.

Privatisation initiatives will spur private investments, says economist


Authorities say an Ohio man has died after he fell 50 feet from the top of a silo in northeast Ohio.

Ohio man dies after falling 50 feet from silo


Union Minister for Minority Affairs Salman Khursheed will be taking up the issue of Forbesganj police firing with P Chidambaram, the Union Home Minister.

Salman Khursheed to take up Forbesganj police firing with Chidambaram


A COUPLE have spoken about how they saw first-hand the plight of Syrian refugees fleeing from their homes.

Couple speaks out on plight of Syrian refugees


Students vehemently opposed corporal punishment in schools and demanded that it be done away with.

Students oppose corporal punishment in schools


Rieber & Søn strengthens its strategic position in Poland following the agreement signed by the company today to acquire the Gellwe brand.


Bucharest is placed on 5 in the most unsafe cities in Europe top, published by the EC statistics institute, EUROSTAT, quoted by Radar.

Bucharest placed on 5 in the most unsafe city in Europe top


Data center provider Fortrust announced on Tuesday that it will offer remote data backup services to both current customers and companies that are not colocated in the data center.

Fortrust offers remote data backup services


Two late goals cost Lewes at home to Stevenage on Saturday despite an improved performance.


Health officials announced Thursday that a Salt Lake County resident has been diagnosed with the measles.

Salt Lake County resident diagnosed with measles


A Charles Town, W.Va., man was struck and killed by a box truck Tuesday morning as he was walking along US 340 at the intersection of Wheatland Road, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department said.

Charles Town man struck, killed by truck while walking along US 340


A Briton is facing execution in China for drug smuggling after his appeal was rejected by China's Supreme People's Court, a legal charity has said.


Oil prices dropped further Thursday on falling demand for crude in the United States, the world's biggest consumer of energy, amid a global economic slowdown, traders said.


Pakistan has strongly condemns the bomb attack on US personnel working in their Consulate in Peshawar.

Pakistan strongly condemns bomb attack on US personnel:


Five houses near the University of Minnesota campus were burglarized over Thanksgiving break, according to Minneapolis police reports.

Five houses burglarized over Thanksgiving break


US Defence Secretary Robert Gates warned that North Korea may stage more ``provocations'' while being held to account for the sinking of a South Korean warship that has inflamed cross-border tensions.


Investigators are trying to prepare a sketch of the suspect in connection with the rape of a seven-year-old girl in a municipal school last Thursday, police sources said.

Investigators trying to prepare sketch of suspect


Facebook, the popular social networking website, is in talks to hire former White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, the New York Times reported on Monday.

'Facebook in talks to hire former White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs'


JA Happ will miss next start with a mild oblique strain.


WASHINGTON ― The White House is missing as many as 225 days of e-mail dating back to 2003 and there is little if any likelihood a recovery effort will be completed by the time the Bush administration leaves office, according to an internal White House draft document obtained by The Associated Press.

White House missing around 225 days of e-mail


Health Canada is warning consumers, especially expectant mothers, not to use two vitamin C products sold under the brand names New Roots Herbal Vitamin C8 and Vitazan Professional Vitamin C Advanced Ascorbate.

Health Canada issues warning for vitamin C products


``I have come to Pakistan with an open mind and a constructive spirit in order to work towards building trust and confidence in our relationship and thereby leading to an eventual normalisation of relations for the well-being and prosperity of our two peoples,'' Rao said in her arrival statement.


Union County prosecutors have dropped an involuntary manslaughter charge against a Richwood man who had been accused of neglecting his mother and starving her to death.

Prosecutors drop charge against Richwood man


Two men have been jailed for the rape and assault of a young woman in Maidenhead.

Two men jailed after rape and assault of woman


Security Forces captured the town of Karuppukulam in the Mannar district after 34 LTTE terrorists were killed in the latest battles.


Benson has been released from a Grand Rapids hospital three days after being injured in a fiery crash.


Deadline New York is reporting that Precious director Lee Daniels will direct The Butler.


Oklahoma WR Jalen Saunders has been cleared to play this weekend against Texas after previously being ruled ineligible by the NCAA following his transfer from Fresno State.

Oklahoma wide receiver Jalen Saunders cleared to play vs. Texas


Kings of Leon bassist Jared Followill is engaged to aspiring model Martha Patterson after a whirlwind romance.


North Korea has proposed working-level talks next week with the South over a joint-factory park that is the only major link between the rival states, the Unification Ministry in Seoul said today.


Kristen Stewart felt like her ''whole body rejected'' dying her hair blonde for when she starred in 'On the Road'.


Asia should cooperate on the use of capital controls as the world's fastest-growing region lures funds that create potential asset bubbles and increase inflationary pressures, a United Nations agency said.

Asia should cooperate on capital controls, UN agency says


Interior and Local Government Secretary Mar Roxas on Tuesday said he told the Chinese vice-president that the Philippines is not setting aside its sovereignty claim on Panatag Shoal.

Ph not setting aside claim on Panatag Shoal


NYPD looking for suspect in stun gun sex assault New York City police are looking for a man accused of using a stun gun on a woman out jogging in a Queens park and sexually assaulting her.

Nypd looking for suspect in stun gun sex assault


Roger Clemens pleaded not guilty on Monday to six counts of lying to Congress, setting the stage for yet another high-profile steroids trial.


Kanye West has a busy 2011 ahead after announcing on Twitter that he plans to release two albums this summer.

Kanye West to release two albums this SUMMER


The Ford Motor Company said on Monday that it planned to hire more than 7,000 workers in the next two years.

Ford plans to hire more than 7,000 workers


A leading academic at the University of Karachi has said Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf may resign within a week as a result of severe pressure placed on him, and his lack of support in both the army and the political arena.


KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - Oil prices fell below $84 a barrel Wednesday in Asia ahead of US economic data this week that will provide clues about the future strength of demand for crude.

Oil falls below $84 in Asia ahead of US data


SGS, the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, will participate in the 11th RenewableUK Global Offshore Wind 2012 Conference and Exhibition held in London, UK on June 13-14, 2012.

SGS participates in RenewableUK Global Offshore wind 2012 in London, UK


The Australian victims of Nigerian online scams are greedy and should be jailed along with the Africans who relieved them of their cash, the Nigerian envoy to Canberra said on Friday.


Sovereign debt concerns continue to overshadow a modest Eurozone recovery while in Northern Europe, GDP is set to grow in excess of pre-crisis levels, according to a report published today.

Sovereign debt concerns overshadow modest Eurozone recovery;


``A British soldier was killed in southern Afghanistan when insurgents attacked a patrol on August 18,'' a statement from NATO's International Security Assistance Force said Monday.


Alistair Darling has criticised the ``tawdry'' treatment meted out to Fred Goodwin after the banker was humiliatingly stripped of his knighthood.

Alistair Darling criticises tawdry treatment of Fred Goodwin


The US Navy is holding a public meeting in Bay County to discuss the potential environmental effects associated with training and testing activities it conducts along the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico.

US Navy to hold public meeting in Bay County


An Oldham County man has been indicted in a Thanksgiving Day crash that killed two teenagers.


Search continues for lobster fishermen Updated: 12:21, Wednesday June 20, 2012 Police will expand their onshore search for two lobster fishermen, missing off Tasmania's remote southwest coast.


Google has denied that it fixes its search engine results to promote its own interests.

Google denies fixing search engine results


Children will greet the Pope on Palace Square when he arrives in Malta on April 17 for his visit of just over 24 hours.

Children to greet the Pope at Palace Square


Croatia's Hrvatski Telekom is facing a HRK 258 million fine for intentionally slowing down the liberalisation of the fixed telecommunications market.

Hrvatski Telekom faces HRK 258 million fine


Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel took pole position at the Australian Grand Prix on Saturday with teammate Mark Webber joining him on the front row for his home race.

Sebastian Vettel takes pole for Australian Grand Prix


-based DeWalt announced the launch of a new 12-volt Lithium Ion platform it calls 12 Volt Max.

DeWalt launches 12-volt Lithium Ion platform


Volkswagen has announced a global alliance on electric mobility and said it was investing over five billion euros a year in research and development in the segment.

VW announces global alliance on electric mobility


United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki Moon condemned on Wednesday the attack against the UNIFIL convoy in Sidon which led to the injury of six French soldiers.

Ban Ki Moon condemns attack against UNIFIL


Former Fugee group member Lauryn Hill is facing prison time, after pleading guilty to tax violations today.

Lauryn Hill pleads guilty to tax violations;


With the Mountain West Conference Tournament right around the corner, the Rams need to rebound in the worst way, and they get their chance Wednesday against the Wyoming Cowboys.

Colorado state Rams need to rebound in worst way at Wyoming


NY based BiteHunter, a dining search engine that currently aggregates local NY restaurant deals, has secured $250,000 in seed funding.

BiteHunter secures $250,000 in seed funding


Luck has smiled on Australian cricketer Shane Watson who scored his first Test century after being dropped on 99 as Australia set Pakistan 422 to win the Boxing Day test at the MCG.


A total of 15 Russian students are to be deported from Egypt, according to Russian embassy officials.

Russian students to be deported out of Egypt


Jeff Gordon led most of the final 40 laps and won for the second time this season, taking the checkered flag at Pocono Raceway for a fifth time Sunday.

Jeff Gordon wins at Pocono Raceway for fifth time


The Supreme Court will deliver on Friday a verdict whether the death sentence of a condemned prisoner can be commuted to life imprisonment on the grounds of delay in executing capital punishment.

Can death be commuted on grounds of delay?


SACRAMENTO, Calif. Prosecutors have dropped murder charges against a Sacramento man after a home video showed that he

Prosecutors drop murder charges through home video


We love celebs that can have a laugh at themselves and have a good time while doing it, as Denise Richards clearly did when she sang for a charity event at the Chicago Cubs game on Friday.

Denise Richards sings at Chicago Cubs game


CALGARY AND LONDON, Nov. 8 /CNW/ -Stratic Energy Corporation announces closing of the previously announced plan of arrangement with EnQuest PLC under the Business Corporations Act, which was completed and became effective after close of markets on Friday, November 5 and resulted in EnQuest acquiring all of the issued and outstanding Stratic shares in exchange for ordinary shares of EnQuest on the basis of 0.089626 of an EnQuest share for each Stratic share.

Stratic announces closing of plan of Arrangement with EnQuest PLC


Cody Dickinson and Chris Chew of the North Mississippi Allstars form a new side band, the Hill Country Revue.

Cody Dickinson & Chris Chew form the Hill Country Revue


Microsoft Corp. plans to deliver nine security updates this week for August, five of them ``critical'' and all but one affecting Windows

Microsoft plans to deliver nine security updates


Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy says he's delighted to have defender Patrick Kisnorbo available to play in Saturday's FA Cup tieat Aston Villa.


More than half of babies now born in the UK and other wealthy nations will live to 100 years, researchers say.

Half of all babies born in the UK will live to 100


Within a few days the ruling military council will issue a decree, already approved by the cabinet, criminalizing bribery and violence in the upcoming parliamentary elections, Local Development Minister Mohamed Ahmed Attiya has said.

Military council to criminalize bribery and violence in elections


FORMER Victorian Farmers Federation president Andrew Broad has won pre-selection to stand for The Nationals in the seat of Mallee at September's federal election.


FUNDY MINERALS LTD FUNDY INCREASES HOLDING IN WORLD MINING SERVICES LTD ASSETS The Board of Fundy Minerals Ltd, the Canadian exploration company, announces that as a result of a General Meeting of World Mining Services Limited shareholders, Fundy has exchanged its 29.66% holding of the PLUS listed World Mining Services Ltd for 48.49% holding in shares of privately held WMS Limited.

Fundy INCREASES holding in World Mining Services Ltd assets


Just when I thought it was safe to go to the mailbox again I get blindsided by a letter to the editor in our most recent Almaguin News, Jan. 6, 2011, ``Setting the mayoral record straight.''


an 'eCall' - in cars involved in serious road accidents could reduce the number of Irish road deaths by 25 and injuries by 10-15% each year Dublin Labour MEP Emer Costello said this morning.

'ECall' could reduce Irish road deaths by 25


Former Rep. Anthony Weiner saw a 4-point bump in his polling numbers Tuesday, nearly one week after he made official his quest to become mayor of New York City.

Anthony Weiner sees bump in polling numbers


A 53-year-old Centralia man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for participation in meth manufacturing.

Centralia man sentenced to nine years in prison for meth manufacturing


President Kibaki declined an invitation to visit the United Kingdom two years ago, Foreign Affair Minister Sam Ongeri has revealed.

Kibaki declined invitation to visit britain


Perth Glory has claimed it's first win of the A league season, beating Wellington one nil.


Japanese carmaker Mitsubishi will launch its new Attrage sedan in Thailand in July 2013, which was unveiled as the G4 sedan concept at the Bangkok International Motor Show in March and the Shanghai Auto Show in April 2013.

Mitsubishi to launch new Attrage sedan in Thailand


Children's Healthcare of Atlanta has received a financial boon in the form of a $30 million grant to help break ground on a new pediatric research facility and to aid in the development of the hospital's Marcus Autism Center.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta receives $30 million grant


The Dodd-Frank financial reform law could take years to implement as regulators bicker over how to interpret the legislation nearly three years after it was enacted, a top regulatory official tells the FOX Business Network.

Dodd-Frank reforms may take years to implement


Gizmodo's Twitter account was hacked on Friday by a group called Clan VV3.


The city of New Haven will spray for mosquitoes Thursday beginning at 8 pm Spray areas will include the Meadowbrook and Lakes of Scarborough subdivisions and other areas.

New Haven to spray for mosquitoes Thursday


A woman was groped from behind Friday in Falls Church and authorities are trying to determine whether the attack was connected to recent groping incidents in Fairfax County.


Argentina legalized same-sex marriage Thursday, becoming the first country in Latin America give gays and lesbians all the legal rights that marriage brings to heterosexual couples.


Governor Brian Sandoval announced on Tuesday he will endorse Rick Perry for president.

Gov. Brian Sandoval endorses Rick Perry for President


Hofstra rally falls short in loss to Northeastern Quincy Ford had 24 points on 11-for-17 shooting last night as host Northeastern maintained its perfect record in Colonial Athletic Association play with a 65-60 win over Hofstra.


CAMMELL Laird has completed an £18m refit of a ship that is to become part of a hugely significant five-year contract for the shipyard.


Iran will hold direct talks with the United States if necessary, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday.

Iran will hold direct talks with US, if necessary:


Former Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin has joined a Washington, DC, law firm as part of a team of team of law and policy experts.

Stephanie Herseth Sandlin joins Washington law firm


Girl Scouts from Fireside Elementary School in Louisville are preparing emergency diaper bags for foster families who take in babies.

Girl Scouts prepare emergency diaper bags for foster families


Del Taco, a California-based Mexican fast food chain, said it is opening its first Houston restaurant on Wednesday, and it plans to open more than 40 additional Houston restaurants in the future.

Del Taco to open more than 40 Houston restaurants


In addition to its plans to cut 10,000 workers and sell off its Vertu brand, Nokia also revealed that it intends to purchase Scalado, an imaging technology company specializing in mobile applications.

Nokia to purchase imaging technology firm Scalado


Sindi Hawkins, MLA for Kelowna-Mission, is fighting leukemia for the third time, Premier Gordon Campbell said Tuesday.

MLA Sindi Hawkins fighting leukemia for third time


United Way of Pickens County will kick off its 2009 campaign today in hopes of raising money to reach more people in the county.

United Way of Pickens county to kick off its 2009 campaign


A Lecompte man faces rape and sexual battery charges after the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office received a complaint Aug. 2, according to a report.

Lecompte man facing rape and sexual battery charges


Albertina Sisulu, a veteran of the anti-apartheid movement who was married to Nelson Mandela's mentor, has died.

Anti-apartheid veteran albertina Sisulu dies


Malaysian long-haul budget carrier AirAsia X will stop flying to Europe and India from its Kuala Lumpur base due to soaring taxes and higher jet fuel prices, it said on its Facebook page.

Malaysia's AirAsia X to stop flying to Europe, India


A former Eugene financial advisor has been sentenced in Lane County Circuit Court for running Ponzi scheme with his investors' money.

Former Eugene financial advisor sentenced


The PSA Peugeot Citroën Group welcomes the €3 billion loan from the French State, which will be used, in particular, to support the Group's programme to develop cleaner, more fuel efficient and more affordable vehicles.

PSA Peugeot Citroën welcomes the €3 billion loan from the French State


Muttahida Quami Movement Chief Altaf Hussain on Friday strongly condemned the violence and killings of MQM supporters in the metropolis.

MQM Chief Altaf Hussain condemns violence, killings


A senior Iranian ayatollah called Friday for the formation of a new United Nations after the UN Security Council passed new sanctions against Iran over its nuclear programmes.

Iranian ayatollah calls for formation of new UN


Aaron Kromer, the offensive line coach and interim head coach four six games last season for the New Orleans Saints, will be the Bears offensive coordinator and offensive line coach, a league source said.

Aaron Kromer will be Bears offensive coordinator and offensive line coach


Chelsea target Javier Pastore claims to have signed for Ligue 1 club Paris St Germain.

Javier Pastore signed for Paris St Germain?


So that made us wonder, what's the weirdest thing you've ever eaten?


Austrian Airlines is to resume flights to Mumbai, India, after pulling out for a year and a half.

Austrian Airlines resumes flights to Mumbai


At least for the Miami Hurricanes and Florida State Seminoles, these two ACC college football picks power programs won't have to wait all season to play the ``Big Game''.


This week, a Twitter friend asked TASC to explain ``why longer school days are vital.''


A Bismarck man has died after a trench he was working in collapsed around him.


The House on Friday impeached a federal judge imprisoned for lying about sexual assaults of two women in the first such vote since impeaching former President Bill Clinton a decade ago.


BlackBerry App World, RIM's app download service, could be launching tomorrow, according to new rumours.

BlackBerry App World launching tomorrow?


NASA said that Atlantis arrived at about 9:10 am EDT Tuesday on top of its crawler-transporter at its launch pad 39A.


The House voted Thursday to deny all federal funds for ACORN in a GOP-led strike against the scandal-tainted community organizing group that comes just three days after the Senate took similar action.

House votes to deny all federal funds for ACORN


THIEVES are targeting expensive computers at architecture and graphic design firms in the western suburbs.


The floored Karachi bourse exhibited the worst performance on Tuesday, as it witnessed trade of zero shares in the first 180 minutes of the day session.

Karachi bourse exhibits worst performance


A family-owned Burnley motorcycle dealer has closed down after more than 50 years in business.

Burnley motorcycle dealer closes after 50 years


Rawalpindi police have arrested 20 outlaws and recovered weapons, drugs, bottle of liquor and fireworks from their possession on Thursday.


reFINEstyle.com announced the launch today of the largest online consignment shop in the nation.

ReFINEstyle.com has launched the largest online consignment shop


All of west central Minnesota is in a tornado watch until 11 pm tonight, according to the National Weather Service of Chanhassen.

West central Minnesota is under tornado watch until 11 pm


This year, Black Friday starts at midnight at many area retailers.


Founders Brewing Co. announced today it will distribute its summer seasonal beer, All Day IPA, in cans.

Founders Brewing distributes beer in cans


Eurostar said a train travelling from Brussels to London broke down in the Channel Tunnel because of a technical fault.

Eurostar train breaks down in Channel tunnel because of technical fault


A Bellevue man accused of burglarizing two Milan churches has allegedly confessed to two more church burglaries Friday in Norwalk.

Bellevue man confesses to more church burglaries


A man and a woman were rescued Monday afternoon from a capsized sailboat off Fort Lauderdale.


Volvo AB unit Volvo Aero said Tuesday it has given redundancy notice affecting 160 white-collar employees in Trollhattan, Sweden.

Volvo Aero gives notice to 160 employees in Trollhattan


The Memphis Grizzlies claimed Hudson off of waivers on Friday, bringing him back to where he played both high school and community college hoops.

Memphis Grizzlies claim lester Hudson off waivers


Gov. Andrew Cuomo issued an executive order Thursday to establish a statewide health insurance exchange intended to reduce coverage costs for individuals, small businesses and local governments.

Ny Gov. Cuomo orders statewide health insurance exchange


French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi-Aventis has launched a hostile $18.5 billion bid for US biotechnology company Genzyme, a proposal Genzyme management spurned in late August.


NON-emergency operations at Macclesfield General have been cancelled for two days to care for an increase in the number of seriously ill patients needing treatment at the hospital.

Non-emergency operations cancelled for two days


Indian Coast Guard has arrested 65 Sri Lankan fishermen of Sinhalese origin in the past week for illegally fishing in Indian waters without carrying any valid documents.

Indian Coast Guard arrests 65 Sri Lankan fishermen


Smaller American investors are turning their attention to Bangladesh, says US ambassador to Bangladesh Dan Mozena.

'Smaller US investors turning to Bangladesh'


A MAN had a heart attack after discovering his wife had spent $170,000 on her lover during an affair, a court has heard.

Wife spent $170,000 on lover during affair


Nauru police charge asylum seekers Updated: 18:15, Friday November 16, 2012 Nauruan police have charged 15 Iranian asylum seekers for allegedly causing $24,000 of damage at the island's processing centre.


South African internet users have embraced social media as a core pillar of their online activity, a new study finds.


Business activity in the US unexpectedly accelerated and fewer workers filed claims for jobless benefits, easing concern the world's largest economy is retrenching further.

Business activity in US unexpectedly accelerates


A former Columbia resident was sentenced Monday to 24 years in prison on drug distribution charges.

Former Columbia resident sentenced on drug charges


Former Gov. Claude Kirk, who died at his West Palm Beach home on Wednesday, will lie in state Friday from 1 pm-3 pm in the Old Capitol in Tallahassee.

Claude Kirk to lie in state Friday in the Old Capitol


Friends of the Lake District celebrates its 75th anniversary this month and continues to campaign for the same core values of conservation and protection which it held all those years ago.

Friends of the Lake District celebrates 75th anniversary


Former NFL star Warren Sapp has been charged with domestic battery in South Florida, and the analyst will not be part of the NFL Network's Super Bowl coverage on Sunday.


After a 64, 62 win over Feliciano Lopez, World No. 1 Rafael Nadal revealed that he has been battling a fever this week in Rome.


George Osborne will threaten to break up banks if they flout new rules intended to prevent another taxpayer bailout of the financial system.

George Osborne threatens to break up banks


http://www.firstcoastnews.com/video/2119634613001/1/Angelina-Jolie-and-Brad-Pitts-Kids-Eat-Crickets-Like-Doritos http://cdn.newslook.com/3f/3f93df2bd9934d150af6e8cdbd5584e3/images/frame_0009.jpg Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's Kids Eat Crickets Like Doritos Kids will eat anything goes the saying, so Brad and Angelina's kids are no different.

Angelina jolie and Brad Pitt's kids eat Crickets Like Doritos


New York state lawmakers voted against legalizing gay marriage on Wednesday, dashing gay rights activists' hopes that it would become the sixth US state to allow same-sex couples to wed.

New York state lawmakers vote against gay marriage


A crash in downtown Lancaster Tuesday morning sent two people to the hospital, and left a path of destruction for hundreds of feet.


England fullback Delon Armitage was cited on Monday for a dangerous tackle during his side Toulon's 23-3 defeat by fellow French side Montpellier in their European Cup pool match last Saturday.


Kigali Youth Forum last Sunday donated egg layers to young Genocide survivors grouped into several associations in Rusororo Sector, Gasabo District, to boost their poultry farming activities.


Former White House press secretary Tony Snow -- who once told reporters ``I'm a very lucky guy'' -- died at the age of 53 early Saturday after a second battle with cancer.

Former White House spokesman Tony Snow dies


A 51-year-old El Paso County woman known for her spontaneity and wanderlust has been missing since late November.


The county road commission engineers are proposing the board add another road millage project for the fall.


Indiabulls Real Estate can test Rs 82-84 levels in short term, says Aditya Agarwal, Sr Derivative Analyst, Way2Wealth.


World AIDS Day is being commemorated in Spain today to increase awareness in the region an illness that cost the lives of 1.8 million people in 2009 alone.

World AIDS Day being commemorated across Spain


In C-USA, which division is the tougher division is everyone's opinion?


Alpha Mom, the popular parenting blog, has sold a minority stake to Fahrenheit 212, a consultancy, in exchange for its help in developing products and services to expand the brand nationally, The New York Post reported.


A 28-year-old autorickshaw driver was hacked to death by a gang of eight on Tuesday after a three kilometer chase in Janata Colony in Gnanabharatinagar.


Australian PGA Tour debutant Brett Rumford has declared he will not be getting carried away with his positive performance at the Bob Hope Classic last weekend.


A man was cut free after a truck crash on the Monaro Highway.


Qantas is set to launch QStreaming on its B767 fleet following the successful trial earlier this year.

Qantas to launch QStreaming across B767 fleet


Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has appointed Mahfood Al Harthy as its new General Manager for Oman.

Etihad Airways appoints new General Manager for Oman


Black Swan actor Mila Kunis says she won't be giving up her day job in animated comedy series Family Guy.


Hertha Berlin kept the pressure on Bundesliga leaders Werder Bremen with a win at slumping Hoffenheim.


A teenager has been charged with murder at a Sydney court following the stabbing death of a man at in Sydney's south west earlier this year.

Teenager charged with murder following stabbing death


A bill to increase and restructure the 911 surcharge fee on phone bills passed a South Dakota Senate committee unanimously Wednesday after widespread support from local governments, telephone companies and public safety officials.

Bill increasing 911 surcharge fee on phone bills passes committee


Former telecom minister A Raja on Tuesday put attorney general GE Vahanvati in a spot, saying he only followed his advice as the then Solicitor General in the allocation of 2G spectrum licences.


Drug busts at UK rock festivals are plummeting, while arrests for substance offences are increasing at other weekender events.


News Corp. promoted Rebekah Wade, editor of its Sun tabloid, to oversee the business operations of its UK newspapers.


Jaipur, Jul 31 An MoU has been signed between the Construction Industry Development Council and the Rajasthan government to train unemployed youths belonging to minority communities in the state.


It is reported that the Kuala Lumpur Tin Market is expected to maintain its uptrend next week on the back of strong demand for the metal.

Kuala Lumpur Tin expected to maintain uptrend


While taping the ``Late Show With David Letterman'' Monday, Nicole Richie announced that she and boyfriend Joel Madden are engaged to be married.

Nicole Richie Joel Madden engaged to be married!


President Obama welcomed the Yankees to the White House today, lauding them for the franchise's 27th championship, and poking a bit of fun at how long it took to win this one.

Obama welcomes Yankees to the White House


President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says Iran is ready for nuclear talks with the world powers amid toughening sanctions aimed at forcing Tehran to sharply scale back its nuclear program.

Ahmadinejad says Iran ready for nuclear talks


MPX Energia SA, the energy company controlled by Brazilian billionaire Eike Batista, said its Colombian project has potential resources of 1.74 billion tons of coal, according to a regulatory filing.

Mpx Colombian project has 1.74 billion tons of coal


The Indiana Pacers have taken Cincinnati forward Lance Stephenson with the 40th pick in the NBA draft.

Pacers take Cincinnati forward Lance Stephenson with 40th pick


Hospital cleaners and orderlies at some hospitals plan to go on strike tomorrow over pay negotiations with their employer, property services company OCS.


US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said she looks forward to visiting India in April to advance the two nations' efforts to forge an even stronger strategic partnership to promote a secure and stable world.


World champion Mark Cavendish won the fifth stage of the Giro d'Italia on Thursday, while American Taylor Phinney crashed and Ramunas Navardauskas retained the overall lead.

Cavendish wins stage, Phinney of us crashes


Flowers and greenery are the part of human nature because they beautify surroundings with natural fragrance and help reduce pollution.


The Air Force canceled an annual technology conference, citing budget concerns.

Air Force cancels annual technology conference


The new Eye on Earth network went live, providing environmental stakeholders with an online community and application development platform, allowing users to create maps and visualise data on environmental issues on a real-time basis.


More than £1bn of NHS services are to be opened to competition from private companies and charities, including wheelchair services for children.

NHS services to be opened up to competition


LAS VEGAS ― Robert Guerrero will return to the ring to face Roberto Arrieta in a junior lightweight bout April 30 in Las Vegas.


UGANDA cannot allocate 15% of the national budget to health as agreed by the African Union, a government minister has said.

'Uganda cannot allocate 15% of budget to health'


A new bond hearing is set for George Zimmerman, the Florida neighborhood watch volunteer charged in the fatal shooting of an unarmed black teenager.

New bond hearing set for George Zimmerman


Severe winds, falling trees and lightning strikes caused more power cuts overnight affecting customers connected to Powerco's networks in Taranaki and Manawatu.

Severe winds, falling trees and lightning cause power cuts overnight


Former skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq said that the PCB has made Pakistan a laughing stock in world cricket.


A judge has rejected a plea deal for a man who admitted he killed a Castleton State College professor, bludgeoning her to death with a frying pan.


The fire fighter killed at Cambarville last night was a 58-year-old man from Banks in the ACT.


Montana's unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.9 percent in November, but is still below the national average of 6.7 percent.


In Malawi, parliament automatically dissolves on March 20 and remains so until a new president opens another session after the May 19 elections.


Manchester City defender Kolo Toure has been suspended after failing a drug test, the Premier League club said on their website on Thursday.

Manchester City's Kolo Toure suspended for failing drug test


Peru and Ecuador have agreed to a maritime boundary, according to Minister of Foreign Affairs José Antonio García Belaunde.

Peru and Ecuador agree to maritime boundary


The occupied Jerusalem's planning commission is expected to approve next week a large construction project beyond the Green Line.

Occupied Jerusalem's planning commission to approve construction project


A Yuma woman died early Tuesday morning of injuries suffered the day before in an accident at Avenue 3-1/2E and 32nd Street, Yuma police said.

Woman dies from injuries suffered in accident


A motorcyclist from Keighley was killed in a collision on the A629 in Yorkshire, police have said.


A SHORTAGE of Housing SA homes is forcing families to sleep in cars, sheds and on people's couches, the Housing Trust Tenants Association says.

Housing Trust tenants sleeping in cars and sheds


American actress Lindsay Lohan was reportedly made an offer of 1 million dollars by a US showbiz magazine, to admit shes a lesbian.

Lindsay Lohan offered $1 million to admit shes a lesbian!


Severe stress may increase the risk of breast cancer.


Mumbai: ``Bollywood is full of bad people and good people as well. I was never getting good people. Which ever Studio I went, people kept a bad eye on me. They wanted to sleep with me...they used to give examples of others. But I never got depressed as I have always 'worshiped' my music and made a point that I will never insult my music. Till today, God lives in my music,'' said Hema Sardesaai in an interview to a reputed magazine.

'Bollywood is full of bad people and good people'


Black Lab Theatre's 2012-2013 season will feature the Broadway hit ``CHINGLISH,'' by Tony Award® winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist David Henry Hwang.

Black Lab Theatre 2012-2013 season to feature Broadway hit ``CHINGLISH''


Starbucks said late Thursday it is restructuring its entertainment business to focus on digital strategy and core content with music and books.

Starbucks restructuring entertainment business


ROBERTO MANCINI wants to splash £25million on Roma midfielder Daniele de Rossi to take his summer spending to almost £100m.

Roberto Mancini wants to splash £25million on Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi


Macy's celebrates courage, triumph and glamour by partnering with Johnson Publishing Company to present a traveling tribute to legendary style maven, Eunice W. Johnson.


A mother cleared of killing her children in a house fire wept as she walked free from court today and said she just wanted to start piecing her life back together.

Mother cleared of killing her children in house fire


The identity of the man killed in an apparent tornado Thursday night in Belleville has been released.

Identity of man killed in tornado released


The long awaited final omnibus rule removes significant barriers to clinical research by allowing the use of compound authorizations and authorization for the future use or disclosure of protected health information.

Final omnibus Rule removes barriers to research


POLICE were alerted to suspicions of foul play concerning the deaths of Lesley Howell and Trevor Buchanan at the time of the incident, their new inquest was told.


Leaders of South Korea and Japan agreed Monday to boost economic cooperation amid the global financial crisis and to work closely with President-elect Barack Obama to rid North Korea of nuclear programs.Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso, joining South Korean President Lee Myung-bak at a news conference after the meeting, said that Asia should drive the world's economic recovery.

Japan, skorea agree to boost economic cooperation


Kareena Kapoor is to meet Julia Roberts to discuss playing her role in the Bollywood remake of Stepmom.


The United Nations Security Council was set to meet Wednesday morning to impose new sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program, taking aim at the financial might of the Revolutionary Guards Corps as well as Iran's military and nuclear industries with the addition of 41 enterprises to the blacklist.

United Nations Security Council will meet to impose new sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program


Flat Rock Playhouse has hired a new executive director, the first to lead the highly regarded regional theater from outside the founding Farquhar family.


Reports suggest that the Anil Agarwal promoted Vedanta Resources Plc bought 11% stake in Cairn India from Malaysian oil & gas major Petronas.

Vedanta buys 11% stake in Cairn India from Petronas


A woman was abducted at gunpoint Monday night in the parking lot of a Pearland strip shopping center.

Woman abducted at gunpoint near Pearland center


He turned 31 on Thursday September 22 and he reportedly spent the day with family and friends in the USA last week.


Organizers of a Colorado fundraiser say country music legend Willie Nelson cancelled a weekend appearance.


Gladewater ISD launched its summer feeding program this week in which free breakfasts and free lunches are served to children 6 months to 18 years old.

Gladewater ISD launches summer feeding program


Bayern Munich won the Bundesliga title Saturday with a 3-1 victory at Hertha Berlin in the league's final round of games.


Peter Andre is wondering if his estranged wife Katie Price aka Jordan ever loved him.

Peter Andre 'wondering if Jordan ever loved him'


May 16, 2012 - Laurie Fine, wife of ex-assistant Syracuse basketball coach Bernie Fine, is suing ESPN for libel, according to Syracuse.com.


Lawmakers are bracing for sticker shock when they kick off their 120-day session Wednesday, tackling health-care reform and transportation and seeking ways to help repair crumbling school buildings while avoiding tax increases.


Blake Tekotte drove in three runs and scored another to help Miami beat Clemson 6-4 on Friday.


Former President George W. Bush will speak at Beth El Synagogue on Sept. 21, the Minnesota synagogue said.

President George W. Bush to speak at Minn. synagogue


Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai is suffering from throat infection now a days.


Isla Fisher says she felt like an ``uncool mom'' while she was filming Bachelorette.

Isla Fisher: ``I felt like the uncool mom''


South Korea said Tuesday it will step up IT security within the government to fend off cyber attacks from North Korea, which it has accused of mounting a series of strikes in recent years.

S. Korea to step up security against cyber attacks


When Gen. David Petraeus along with US Ambassador to Iraq Ryan Crocker gave their testimony to the Senate on April 9, they did nothing more than to confirm in spades what had been being mooted and duly leaked by the Washington-based press: that the Bush-Cheney Administration had officially endorsed the line that Iran should be set up for attack, on grounds that it--and not any indigenous resistance--were responsible for the mounting death toll among American troops in Iraq.


A Louisa County man who was arrested after his two toddlers tested positive for drugs has pleaded not guilty to related drug charges.

Man arrested after toddlers tested positive for drugs pleads not guilty


Elida will be holding a flea market and arts and crafts fair the third Saturday of June, July and August.

Elida to hold flea market, arts and crafts fair


Laurel Christian School improved to 3-0 on Monday with its third shutout in a 10-0 victory over Canton Academy.

Laurel Christian improves to 3-0 with third shutout to


By Justin Loiseau, The Motley Fool Seasonally adjusted initial jobless claims fell 9% to 410,000 for the week ending Nov. 17, the Department of Labor announced today, a welcome sign after the previous week's 25% jump in claims.


The five Sri Lankan fishermen arrested off Tuticorin coast by the Coast Guard for allegedly fishing in Indian territorial waters have been remanded to judicial custody by a local court here.

Five Sri Lankan fishermen remanded to judicial custody


General objections have been filed against nominating petitions in a few high-profile political races this week.

Objections filed to some nominating petitions


Canadian researchers have said that campaigns can help persuade healthcare workers to get seasonal flu shots but requiring the unvaccinated to wear masks also works.

Campaigns can help persuade healthcare workers to get seasonal flu shots


A married priest who ran away with his deputy in a ``major public scandal'' has been banned from the clergy for life, it was revealed today.

Priest who ran away with his deputy banned from clergy


German inflation has slowed for the fourth month in a row in the wake of falling prices for oil products.

German inflation slows for fourth month in a row


The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Greek Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyannis, said modesty, consolidation and time were needed for the discussions on how to develop the European security architecture in a speech delivered at an OSCE Parliamentary Assembly meeting in Vienna today.

Modesty, consolidation and time needed for discussions to develop the European security architecture:


Clydesdale Bank has cut rates on its 2-year and 5-year fixed mortgage products for its broker panel.


The Dallas Stars announced today that the club has recalled goaltender Tobias Stephan from the Iowa Stars, Dallas' primary development affiliate in the American Hockey League and assigned right wing Konstantin Pushkarev to Iowa.

Dallas Stars recall goaltender Tobias Stephan from Iowa;


Secretary Election Commission Ishtiaq Ahmed said on Monday that the ECP was authorised to order delimitation in any constituency and at any time, as it deemed necessary.


Thousands of Mauritians flocked to the tomb of Jacques Désiré Laval on 8th and 9th September 2010 at Ste-Croix, near the Mauritian capital Port-Louis, to pay homage to this French priest who lived and died in Mauritius in 1864.

Mauritians flock to the tomb of Jacques Désiré Laval


The Colorado Rockies activated left-hander Jorge De La Rosa and placed shortstop Troy Tulowitzki on the 15-day disabled list on Saturday.

Colorado Rockies activate left-hander Jorge De La Rosa


Chelsea is turning its focus back to the Premier League after another cup disappointment.

Chelsea turns focus back to Premier League


With Independence Day approaching, authorities and city officials are reminding residents of the city's safe and sane fireworks policy.

Authorities remind residents of fireworks policies


Shehrbano Taseer, a daughter of the former governor of Punjab, Salmaan Taseer, has been included in a list of 150 fearless women.

Shehrbano Taseer listed among 150 fearless women


Siloam Springs juniors Damian Blossom and Corbin Greening each competed Wednesday and Thursday in the 49th annual high school state decathlon held at Hot Springs High School.


GARETH BALE wants to join Real Madrid if Spurs fail to qualify for the Champions League against Fulham today.


A Rock Island home suffered heavy damage after a fire around 8 am Tuesday at 1325 36th St.


IT firm Wipro today said it has allotted 89,474 equity shares to eligible employees under the restricted stock unit plan.


Comcast Corp. says it's laying off 77 New Hampshire employees, the majority at the company's Manchester operation.


Two British soldiers have been killed in southern Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence said today.

Two British soldiers killed in Afghanistan


The OECD lowered global growth outlook and warned EU leader to take decisive actions.


Luckless Owen Hargreaves suffered yet more injury misery on Saturday when he trudged off shaking his head just five minutes into his long-awaited return for Manchester United.


Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko told the business daily Kommersant-Ukraina that he is considering running in both the presidential and parliamentary elections if such polls are to take place, according to RIA Novosti.

Yushchenko could run in both presidential and parliamentary polls


In the latest incident, a woman in Amritsar was allegedly strangled to death by her husband after she gave birth to a baby girl for the third time.

Woman allegedly strangled to death by husband for giving birth to girl


Former Mongolian President Nambar Enkhbayar has been jailed for four years after being convicted of corruption.

Mongolia ex-leader Nambar Enkhbayar jailed


An FDA advisory panel today rejected sodium oxybate, the application of Jazz Pharmaceuticals, as a treatment for fibromyalgia.

FDA panel rejects xyrem as treatment for fibromyalgia


BART is preparing to review its transit police department culture, hiring, training and policies in the wake of the fatal shooting of a passenger by a transit police officer.

BART prepares for review of its police department


- Following recent financial problems and bankruptcy, TAN Books, a leading publisher of traditional Catholic books, has been acquired by the North Carolina-based Saint Benedict Press.

TAN Books acquired by St. Benedict Press


A second postmortem is to be carried out on the body of maniac gunman Raoul Moat amid claims his injuries were ``inconsistent'' with suicide.

Second postmortem to be carried out on body of Raoul Moat


What are your favorite comedy films or shows?


The Italian government is considering cutting regional business tax, or IRAP, in a move to boost investments, Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said Thursday in a statement.

Italy government considers cut of regional business tax


After forty years in the film business, Bob Hoskins has retired from acting today, citing his recent diagnosis with Parkinson's disease as the reason why he'll be out of the limelight.


Timmy Murphy has picked up the spare ride on Sizing Europe at Punchestown next week, following the news that Andrew Lynch will miss the festival with a broken wrist.

Timmy Murphy has picked up the spare ride on Sizing Europe at Punchestown next week.


A Dothan man on probation for drug trafficking now faces new felony charges of obstruction and first-degree possession of marijuana.

Dothan man on probation for drug trafficking faces new charges


The Hospital Authority is to set up a task force to look into the management of hospitals following a series of medical blunders.


An army helicopter with two pilots and two soldiers on board went missing during a routine training exercise while flying over Shivmandir area above Yumesamdong in north Sikkim near the Chinese border today, army sources said.

Army helicopter with two pilots, two soldiers missing in Sikkim


Russell Brand has asked Morrissey to sing at his forthcoming wedding to California Girls singer Katy Perry and the singer has agreed.

Russell Brand has Morrissey singing at wedding


STRATFORD Town have appointed former Coleshill Town boss Carl Adams as joint manager alongside Morton Titterton for next season.


Kalavati, a resident of Jalka village who was made well known after Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi mentioned her in the Lok Sabha last year, Monday invited him to visit her home again - celebrating her village's first access to electricity.

Kalavati's village celebrates access to electricity


The remains of 274 US troops were dumped in a VA landfill, based on an internal investigation.

Remains of 274 US troops dumped in landfill:


CPI today said the BS Yeddyurappa government in Karnataka has ''no moral standing'' to continue as it was hit by a series of ''scams''.

Yeddyurappa government has ''no moral standing'' to continue:


CHINA is setting a lower than usual economic growth target and pledging to contain soaring prices as concern over runaway growth mounts.


Researchers in France, Germany, Switzerland and the UK have discovered new electron properties that could lead to useful applications in computers and lasers.

New electron properties could lead to useful applications in computers and lasers


EL MONTE, Calif. A developer behind a proposed $1.2 billion project surrounding a transit center in the city of El Monte has been arrested on suspicion of fraud, forgery, embezzlement and grand theft.

El Monte developer arrested on suspicion of fraud


The Colorado Legislature has approved an $18 billion state budget that avoids once-threatened $300 million cuts to higher education, but it calls for steep reductions elsewhere, from prisons and health clinics to wages for state workers.

Colorado Legislature approves state budget


A SOUTH African serial killer has been convicted of murdering 13 women and dumping their bodies in sugarcane plantations around the country, prosecutors said yesterday.

South African serial killer convicted of the murder of 13 women


Inquest witness recants statement Updated: 08:13, Friday December 14, 2012 A Perth coroner has lifted a suppression order on the identity of a key witness to a murder 12 years ago after she recanted her story.


This week's inflation surged to 11.89 per cent in response to increases in food and commodity prices.


The Daily Telegraph is reporting today that designers Sass & Bide have pulled out of next month's New York Fashion Week because Sarah-Jane Clarke just gave birth.

Sass & Bide pull out of New York Fashion Week


Jessica Simpson might take over Simon Cowell as a judge on 'American Idol', according to reports.

Jessica Simpson to judge 'American Idol'?


The most pressing scientific question and political challenge about global warming at present is this: can we avoid 'dangerous' global warming, and prevent it reaching levels beyond which it will become irreversible?

Can we avoid ``dangerous'' global warming?


Brazilian defender Gilberto has left Tottenham after his contract with the club was cancelled by mutual consent.


AP Photo LONDON: ``Ghost Rider'' actress Eva Mendes says she wanted to be a nun since childhood, but gave up her dream after realising that nuns didn't get paid.


``The next president will be a Republican, I've been saying that for months. Clinton and Obama are both unelectable.''


THE Central Bank will have to take control of several more credit unions this year as huge numbers of borrowers are unable to repay their loans.

Central Bank will take over more credit unions


Teleperformance, a global call centre operator, will expand its operations in Northern Ireland and create 610 jobs, it said on Thursday.

Teleperformance to create 610 jobs in no