The whole election campaign is held by means of lies and at the basis of play with people's fear, leader of Citizens for European Development of Bulgaria /CEDB/ Boyko Borisov told journalists, FOCUS News Agency reporter informed.

Election campaign is held by means of lies and at basis of people's fear:


Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc., the billboard company controlled by Bain Capital Partners LLC and Thomas H. Lee Partners LP, plans to pay a $2.2 billion dividend, mostly to repay debt.

Clear Channel Outdoor plans dividend to repay debt


In an effort to accommodate increasing enrollment, West High plans to implement early bird classes for the 2012-13 school year, which would allow juniors and seniors to start and end the school day earlier than other students.

West High to implement early bird classes


Florida Gov. Rick Scott and Texas Gov. Rick Perry, who recently ran for president, will be fishing in Destin on Monday.

Rick Scott and Rick Perry will be fishing in Destin on Monday


South Korea's SK Telecom Co. on Friday said it will start offering Apple Inc.'s iPhone 4, signaling the end of the exclusive distribution of the touchscreen device by rival mobile operator KT Corp.


A Singaporean cartoonist has been arrested for alleged sedition over a satirical comic strip on his Facebook page that appeared to accuse the government of racism, police and his lawyer said Wednesday.

Singapore cartoonist arrested for sedition


A golfer from Lahore, Aashir Hanif, who came to play golf in Karachi after borrowing some money won a car worth worth Rs1.9 million in his first entry into the tournament.

Golfer from Lahore wins car worth Rs1.9 million


FIFA vice-president Jack Warner has warned that a ``football tsunami'' will hit the world governing body over the next few days.


Former Andhra Pradesh chief minister and TDP president N Chandrababu Naidu was today arrested by Maharashtra police for allegedly violating prohibitory orders in Nanded district.

Chandrababu Naidu arrested in Maharashtra


A 37-year-old woman was choked unconscious Saturday and punched several times, causing her to lose teeth, police said.


Barbie, the slender symbol of American consumerism, has shut up shop in Shanghai just two years after opening her biggest flagship store in China's most populous city, reports the FT. Mattel, owner of the iconic doll brand, said the bright pink, six-storey store had served its purpose of building brand awareness in the new market.


A 35-year-old woman was allegedly raped by an exorcist in Hamirpur district, police said here today.


Now that they've won the World Series, the Philadelphia Phillies get to celebrate with a parade down Broad Street on Halloween.


Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei has warned against plots hatched by enemies to hijack the Muslim world's achievements, urging Muslim nations to remain vigilant.

Leader urges Muslim nations to remain vigilant


You'll never believe what Miley Cyrus and Snoop Lion have in common ... or since she's the queen of ratchet, maybe you will.

What Miley Cyrus and Snoop Lion have in common


A NEW police station in Ashburton has been named after a city policeman who died unexpectedly from heart problems.


More than 800 wildfires sparked by an ``unprecedented'' lightning storm burned a swath of Northern California from Big Sur to wine country to Humboldt County on Monday.

More than 800 wildfires burning in California


A man, believed to be in his late 20s, has died during a fight in a west London street.

Man dies during a fight in west London street


Yangon, July 31 A Myanmar court Friday postponed until Aug 11 its verdict on opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and three others charged with breaking the terms of her house arrest, officials said.

Myanmar court postpones verdict on Aung San Suu Kyi


Amanda Seyfried dons a brown wig and a period dress for a photo shoot at a studio on Friday in Burbank, Calif.

Amanda Seyfried wigs out for photo shoot


Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, stated on Monday at night that a temporary peace deal with the Palestinians is possible should the direct peace talks between the two sides fail.

Netanyahu: ``temporary peace deal is possible''


Blues artist Ann Rabson dies at 67 The Uppity Blues Women, died Wednesday in Virginia after a battle with cancer, her label announced.


Fayetteville police say a motorcyclist was killed in a crash involving a SUV.


Juventus have signed Brazilian star Diego from Werder Bremen for 24.5 million euros, the Serie A club said on Tuesday.


New Hofstra coach Tim Welsh was arrested early Friday morning and charged with DWI, according to a report by CBS 2 of New York.

Hofstra coach Tim Welsh charged with DWI


Gregory Littley, who writes a daily pop culture blog about the Manhattan nightlife and other topics, has revealed on his Twitter account that he has found out from his sources that Thor will appear in the upcoming ``Iron Man'' sequel.


The latest poll of voter sentiment has National able to govern alone after the coming election, but party strategists are downplaying the findings.

Latest poll has National able to govern alone


A La Pine man arrested on rape charges after a yearlong investigation in 2008 pleaded guilty to lesser charges.


A woman and her two small children died after a collision just west of Manitou Friday morning.

Woman, two small children die in collision near Manitou


Davide Ballardini returned to coach Cagliari Wednesday following the dismissal of Massimo Ficcadenti, the Serie A club said.


Disney, Marvel Studios and DMG Entertainment announced today that Iron Man 3 will be co-produced in China.


NEW YORK -Dan Hurley has been hired as Wagner basketball coach on the same day his father learned of entering the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Dan Hurley hired as Wagner basketball coach


Nokia, a mobile giant launches new E5 in India, an extension to the existing E-series family which already has phones like E71, E63 and E72.


KOSMOS Energy, a partner in Ghana's Jubilee Oil Fields is to increase its investment with an additional injection of 1.


Georgia, Tbilisi, June 22 / Trend News, N.Kirtshalia / Air Forces of Georgia and Estonia have agreed upon cooperation, the representatives of the sides briefed the media after a meeting at the Ministry of Defense of Georgia.

Air Forces of Georgia and Estonia agree on cooperation


AJC is celebrating today International Human Rights Day, marking the adoption 62 years ago of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

AJC celebrates International human rights Day


A pair of magnitude-3.9 earthquakes rumbled through central Arkansas this week, about a month after two companies halted operations at nearby injection wells over concerns that they may be linked to the seismic activity plaguing the region.


Rookie Andrew Quarless is starting at tight end for Green Bay against the Atlanta Falcons with Donald Lee inactive.

Rookie te Andrew Quarless starting for Packers


A once reluctant United States is reaching out to the Muslim Brotherhood in a nod to Egypt's new political reality, but concerns linger about the group's attitude toward minorities, women and the peace treaty with Israel.

US reaches out to egypt`s Muslim Brotherhood


While shooting in Bijnor for his forthcoming film, ``Lanka'', the actor almost had a brush with royalty, but in turn managed to anger the Nawab of Bijnor.

Manoj Bajpayee angers the Nawab of Bijnor


A Goddard resident whose ``life changed in a matter of minutes,'' has claimed a $200,000 Powerball prize by matching the first five numbers in the October 17 drawing.

Goddard resident claims $200,000 Powerball prize


Starbucks raised some drinks prices and lowered others in four regions spread across the United States this week, according to a Seattle Times report.


Federal employees began receiving furlough notices today, as the sequestration went into effect.

Federal employees receive furlough notices


Rep. Charles Murphy, who covers Burlington and part of Wilmington, plans to resign, Murphy told Patch by email.


A 49-year-old Endwell man is facing several charges after a Tuesday domestic dispute, according to the Broome County Sheriff's Office.

Endwell man charged after domestic dispute


Mark Lane, the England women's coach, was named UK coach of the year and high performance coach of the year at the UK coaching awards ceremony in London on Tuesday.


Reliance Life Insurance said it has unveiled its online plan namely Reliance Life Insurance eTerm with maximum life cover of Rs 1 crore for the policy holders in the age group of 18-60 years.

Reliance Life insurance unveils online plan


EB, specialized in demanding embedded software and hardware solutions for the wireless and automotive industries, extends its radio channel testing solutions to cover the HF frequency area, thus supporting testing of applications from 1MHz up to 6GHz.

EB extends radio channel testing solutions to cover HF frequency


The American Lung Association will host its annual half marathon and 5K event on March 25.

American Lung Association to host half marathon, 5K


A number of potentially dangerous flares were stolen from a vessel on the Humber bank last week.

Potentially dangerous flares stolen from vessel on Humber bank


Anti-corruption crusader Anna Hazare today opposed entry of foreign companies in India, including steel major POSCO, saying such investors were exploiting the country's natural resources for their own gain in the name of setting up industries.

Anna Hazare opposes entry of foreign companies in India


Fez has sold more than 200,000 units on the Xbox Live Arcade according to the games creator Phil Fish in a blog post on the developer's Polytron website.

FEZ sells 200,000 units on the Xbox Live Arcade


The Flyers fired John Stevens as head coach of the team Friday afternoon and are set to name a successor at an 8 pm press conference in Philadelphia.

Flyers fire Stevens, set to name successor


Terry Nelson's name was not on the ballot when Roseau River elected a new chief Wednesday.


US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says North Korea must face international consequences for sinking a South Korean warship.


Retired Army Gen. John Shalikashvili, the first foreign-born chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who counseled President Bill Clinton on the use of troops in Bosnia and other trouble spots, has died, according to a statement from the White House.

Retired Army Gen. John Shalikashvili dies


Early voting continues this week at the Kendall County Courthouse with the last day to cast votes before next week's general election being Friday.


Holding of local elections in Nagorno-Karabakh cannot affect the peace process, representative of Russian foreign office Alexander Lukashevich said in a statement.

Local elections in Karabakh cannot affect peace process --


Bank of America has appointed Jeneen Springer Marziani to the role of Ohio market president.

Bank of America appoints Ohio market president


The reigning superstar now has no interest in remakes and instead wants one of his great films to be remade.

Now, I want my one great film to be remade:


The Town of Ithaca is now offering a domestic partnership registry, but it's not the first municipality in Tompkins County to offer it.

Town of Ithaca offers domestic partnership registry


Airline passenger traffic fell in April - but not because of any economic slow-down.


GREEN was the magic colour for Stourport youngsters when they held a special day to celebrate their work on recycling and sustainability.

Green is magic colour for Stourport youngsters


Businesses could benefit from climate change, it has been said, after environmental analysis was given to its overall consequences.

Businesses 'could benefit from climate change'


Britain on Monday said it would review the freeze in student visa applications from north India by the end of this month and made it Forex Converterclear it would not allow students to ``abuse'' its visa processes.

UK to review the freeze in student visa applications


Marcus has refused to cut off his ponytail, even though it would win the group £15,000 for the prize fund.


KEC International has target of Rs 85, says Rajesh Jain, Independent Market Strategist.


A Metropolitan Police Service officer has been jailed for 18 months after kicking a drug dealer in the face while arresting him.

Officer jailed for kicking drug dealer in the face


Manchester City's full back, Zabaleta believes that City deserve to be in the title race and that the team is going to make the most of the opportunity that they have been given.

Zabaleta believes City deserve to be in the title race


A single vehicle crash knocked out power to some residents in rural Trempealeau County Tuesday night.

Crash knocks out power in Trempealeau County


The benchmark Sensex extended its losses for the second week in a row and was down by over 286 points to settle at 17,636.99 on selling mainly in realty, IT and capital goods counters, despite sustained capital inflows.

Sensex extends losses for second week, down by 286 points


Boston right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka will be going to Florida on Monday to begin a strengthening program that the Red Sox hope will get him back to the big leagues later this season.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka going to Florida


CEO of AZZ Inc. David H Dingus sells 3,000 shares of AZZ on 07/15/2010 at an average price of $40.04 a share.

AZZ Inc. (AZZ) ceo David H Dingus sells 3,000 shares


Bloxham, an Ireland-based wealth manager, has teamed up with The Way Group to launch a global equity income fund.

Bloxham launches global equity income fund


The A67 between Darlington and Barnard Castle was closed for nearly three hours this evening after a wagon shed its load.

A67 closed for three hours after wagon sheds load


Eight defence personnel today were killed when two MI-17 choppers of Indian Air Force collided mid-air just after take off from an air base near Sarmat village of this district in Gujarat, IAF officials said.

Eight killed as two MI-17 choppers of IAF collide mid-air


Buffalo Sabres defenceman Tyler Myers has been suspended three games by the NHL for boarding Montreal Canadiens forward Scott Gomez.

Sabres defenceman Tyler Myers suspended three games for boarding Montreal's Gomez


The corporate regulator ASIC has warned self funded retirees that their investments are not guaranteed.


A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a northwest Oklahoma City crash on Tuesday.


Radio host and former US Rep. JD Hayworth announced Monday he would challenge Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., in the Republican US Senate primary.


Brokerages in India as well as foreign firms that track Indian companies have started corporate governance checks on the companies that they analyse after major foreign institutional investors as well as other investors raised doubts over the reported numbers, in the wake of the Satyam Computers scam.


The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority said in a statement on Saturday it has confirmed the continuation of all BlackBerry services in the UAE to both individuals and to business customers.

TRA confirms continuation of BlackBerry services in UAE


After completing a 200kw HCPV plant in Qingdao in January of this year, Suntrix presented its new rooftop system last month in Shanghai to promote rooftop CPV.


North Korea recently test fired new air-to-ship missiles in the Yellow Sea, prompting South Korea to step up anti-air defences, a news report said on Wednesday.

North Korea test fires missiles in Yellow Sea:


John Spillane returns to play Whelans after a successful show in the venue in August.


San Francisco 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith suffered minor injuries in a Friday night incident in San Jose, according to the team.

Niners linebacker Aldon Smith suffered minor injuries in incident


BP plc on Monday announced its plans to withdraw the listing of its American Depositary Shares, each representing six ordinary shares, from the Chicago Stock Exchange.

Bp plc plans to withdraw listing from Chicago Stock Exchange;


German football is struggling to contain growing violence with newly released 2011/12 season figures hitting a 12-year-high despite a financial boom and the world's highest average match attendance.

German football struggling to contain growing violence


The US Federal Reserve has slashed its GDP forecast for the world's biggest economy and dashed any remaining hopes for growth this year.


British jewellery brand Miquella has launched an online store on which it will exclusively sell pieces from its new collection until September.


Qatar News Agency) European stock index futures fell on Friday, indicating the benchmark Stoxx Europe 600 Index will trim the largest weekly.

European stock Index futures fall on Friday


US President Barack Obama on Monday mourned the death of Wangari Maathai, Kenya's Nobel Peace Prize winner and an ecologist professor, calling her ``a remarkable woman.''


Major business events and economic events scheduled for Thursday.


BC's child-welfare watchdog has won an early court date to have her petition against the provincial government heard in BC Supreme Court.

Watchdog wins early court date for petition


Ecuador proposes the creation of a ``bilateral friendship agreement'' with Colombia, in a bid to improve fractured diplomatic relations between the two Andean nations.

Ecuador proposes friendship agreement to Colombia


A man has died from natural causes three days after he was involved in a car crash in Essex.


Former Bosnian Serb army chief Ratko Mladic, on trial before a United Nations court for genocide and war crimes, has been hospitalised with pneumonia, a lawyer said on Tuesday.


Two men have been charged with breaking and entering after they were apprehended at gunpoint by a Pataskala property owner.


The flood of applicants shows how hard the recession is hitting Scotland; yesterday it was revealed that the computer company Hewlett-Packard would cut 700 jobs at its factory in Erskine, Renfrewshire.

Hewlett-Packard to cut 700 jobs at its factory in Erskine


A Malawi gay couple was sentenced to 14 years in jail Thursday after being found guilty of sodomy and indecency earlier this week in a trial viewed as a test case for gay rights in the country.

Malawi gay couple sentenced to 14 years in jail


An initiative aimed at improving the literacy levels of Grade Three students in six primary schools across the island, through the introduction of music as a part of their curriculum, was launched today.

'' An initiative aimed at improving the literacy levels of Grade Three students in six Primary schools across ...


DC United announced today hip-hop artist and DC native Wale will perform before its home opener on Saturday, April 3 when the team takes on the New England Revolution at RFK Stadium.

Wale to perform before DC United's home opener


Psychic Sylvia Browne, famous in part for her appearances on the Montel Williams Show, has suffered a heart attack.

Psychic Sylvia Browne suffers heart attack


SNOOP Dogg and 50 Cent led the tributes yesterday after the sudden death of hip-hop star Nate Dogg.

Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent lead the tributes to Nate Dogg


Subscriptions to gardening magazines make great gifts for the loves and buds on your gift list who dig in the dirt.


The Pittsburgh Penguins raised their Stanley Cup banner to the rafters before their opener against the New York Rangers on Friday night.


JSM Indochina's net asset value fell to $148.7m or $0.65 per share in the six months to the end of June - down from $226.5m or $0.99 per share at the end of December.


In the grand scope of scientific understanding, the study of nanoscale carbon materials represents the new school.

The study of nanoscale carbon materials represents the new school


Milan and Juventus target Nene has announced he intends to leave PSG in January.


Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill accepted libel damages Wednesday from a soccer gossip Web site which claimed he made an illegal approach for a player.

Villa's O'Neill accepts libel damages from site


Consumer prices plunged in November, as falling energy prices and the week economy eliminated inflationary pressures.


An Edinburgh man who stabbed a shop worker because he had earlier splashed his girlfriend while filling water balloons has been jailed for 38 months.


Costa Rica and Maldives established diplomatic ties on Tuesday, the Costa Rican Foreign Ministry said.

Costa Rica, Maldives establish diplomatic ties


Ms Bundchen, who is the world's highest paid catwalk queen, has been hit by the housing slump after the American economy's recent downturn, and is failing to sell her penthouse pad, reports the Wall Street Journal.

Supermodel Gisele Bundchen hit by housing slump, us economy


The Nationals would have interest in targeting Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp in a trade if the Dodgers make him available, according to a baseball source.

Nationals would have interest in Matt Kemp


``America, now is not the time for small plans,'' the 47-year-old Illinois senator told an estimated 84,000 people packed into Invesco Field, a huge football stadium at the base of the Rocky Mountains.


The hit show Poker After Dark is set to return to screens for a seventh season, with the first episode airing on 3 January.

Poker After Dark returns for seventh season


Railways is all set to eliminate 902 level crossings on an over 3,000 km-long-rail line networking across the country with the dual aim to accelerate goods trains' average speed and check accidents.

Railways set to eliminate 902 level crossings


Kentucky State Police said a missing elderly woman died after suffering a heart attack and crashing her car into a ravine.

Elderly woman dies after suffering heart attack, crashing car


An ethnic Tamil journalist in Sri Lanka's formerly embattled north was brutally attacked with iron bars, police said on Saturday, the latest in a string of assaults on the nation's media.


The UAE Ministry of Economy has announced on 2 February that it has completed the draft federal law on arbitration and the implementation of arbitral awards.

UAE Ministry of Economy completes draft federal law on arbitration


Australian businesses are still keen to go green, despite the current downturn and the costs involved, according to a survey conducted by Grant Thornton.


CLEVELAND Ramunas Siskauskas scored 22 points and Jamont Gordon added 19 to help CSKA Moscow beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 90-87 in an exhibition game Saturday night.


Florida Citrus Mutual, Lakeland, Fla., elected officers for the 2012-13 season at the Mutual 64th annual meeting.


Chelsea are ready to sell Michael Essien in order to fund a move for Tottenham ace Luka Modric, according to reports in the English media.


A North West environmental firm has more than tripled its turnover to more than £6 million during the past 12 months.


A committal hearing for a man accused of murdering the Singh siblings in Brisbane nearly six years ago has been adjourned shortly after starting on Thursday.


The South Bank Show has aired its last ever edition, as the 31-year-old vintage arts programme comes to an end.

'South Bank show' airs last ever edition


India and Pakistan are not locked in a Cold War mentality of an arms race for numerical superiority although both the countries are ``fielding'' a strategic nuclear capability, according to a top US intelligence official.

India and pak are not in a Cold War mentality of arms race:


Live-action funfest The Zookeeper from MGM Films has added more star power to its already formidable stable at hand, Dark Horizons reports.


The International Air Transport Association said global air cargo capacity shrank 5pc during October compared with 12 months earlier.


More than 400,000 trucks in all corners of Turkey are waiting idle due to the economic crisis.

More than 400,000 trucks waiting idle due to economic crisis


The India Fund announced today the expiration of the Fund's semi-annual repurchase offer for shares of its common stock.

The India Fund announces expiration of semi-annual repurchase offer


Lead male vocalist Dale Page is living the dream this summer on tour with High School Mania.


Everyone's favorite Canadian dance-maker Chromeo is coming to the Pageant on October 24th.


A Bahraini security court upheld the death penalty for two defendants after they appealed a conviction for their role in killing two police officers, the official Bahrain News Agency reported.

Bahrain security court upholds death penalty for two defendants


Pirates right-hander Ross Ohlendorf left Wednesday's game against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning after being struck on the right side of his head by a line drive.

Ohlendorf leaves game after being struck by line drive


Hostess Brands Inc. is permanently closing three bakeries following a nationwide strike by its bakers union.

Hostess to close three bakeries following nationwide strike


Although we are still in the waning summer months, Metra is expecting a $17 million dollar deficit this year due to low ridership.


Sir Chris Hoy has been forced to withdraw from the European Track Championships with a chest infection this morning, shortly after competing in the men's sprint qualifying.

Sir Chris Hoy withdraws from European Track Championships


What's the point of having a single render device, when so many things need different ways of handling?

What's the point of having a single render device?


In this undated photo released by the Italian Navy Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012, ropes float from a flooded corridor of the Costa Concordia cruise ship grounded off the Tuscan island of Giglio, Italy.


While the peace pact with the DHD is in final stage, the peace process with the DHD, KNLF and NDFB has hit the roadblock with the outfits sticking to their adamant stands.


Algeria will add 15,000 extra police officers per year as the north African country grapples with terrorism and other threats, the national security chief said Saturday.

Algeria adding 15,000 police officers per year


However, we have money to retrofit Mexican trucks so they won't pollute our air.


PTI / Mumbai July 11, 2011, 17:48 IST Select base metals declined at the non-ferrous metal market here today due to subdued stockist demand amid lower industrial offtake despite firm London Metal Exchange advices.

Select base metals decline on subdued demand


Bill O'Reilly on Monday jokingly warned children not to watch MSNBC on election night due to the possibility Republican victories will make some of the on-air employees commit suicide.

O'Reilly warns children not to watch MSNBC election night:


Former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell has sparked rumours she's wedding planning after she was spotted visiting her local church with close friend Kenny Goss before heading to a tailors in Mayfair.

Geri Halliwell sparks rumours she's wedding planning


Brian MacPherson of the Providence Journal reports that Lackey is expected to make a minor league rehab start Monday with Double-A Portland.

John Lackey to make minor league rehab start Monday


The Golden State Warriors fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder 119 - 109 in a road game that we probably could have marked as a ``L'' the day the schedule was released.

Golden State Warriors fall to Oklahoma City Thunder:


And now from beyond the grave he inspires a new generation of would-be terrorists to attack the United States.

From the grave, the cleric inspiring a New generation of terrorists


The Buffalo Sabres will open training camp for the 2009-2010 NHL season on Tuesday, September 8th when rookies take the ice at 11 am at the Amherst Pepsi Center.


Nearly 700,000 middle class families are to be stripped of child benefit in just over a year's time, according to new estimates.

700,000 middle class families to be stripped of child benefit


Yonhap reported that South Korean ship exports are expected to rise by 26% in 2009 despite the worldwide economic slump and falling prices.

South Korean ship exports may rise by 26% in 2009


England held on for a draw against South Africa in the third test at Newlands after enduring a furious challenge from the hosts who grabbed four late wickets in a thrilling last hour on Thursday.

England hold out for draw against South Africa


A leading human rights group again on Monday urged Israel to end the Gaza blockade, saying it is``suffocating'' the 1.4 million Palestinians living in the strip.

Rights group urges Israel to end Gaza blockade


State Senate Minority Leader Josh Penry won't run for re-election next year, but will serve out the final year of his term.


Wigan manager Roberto Martinez will wait as long as possible before deciding on the fitness of influential duo Charles N'Zogbia and Mohamed Diame.

Wigan athletic - Roberto Martinez waits over Charles N'Zogbia and Mohamed Diame


An Indian and an American scientist have questioned the Big Bang theory, saying it does not serve as a viable explanation for the origin of the universe.

Indian, us scientists question Big Bang theory


Namibian central bank lowered its key policy rate by 75 basis points on Wednesday to lend further support to the economy.

Namibia central bank lowers key policy rate


Jones Park's community pool will be closing early for the summer season due to a shortage of lifeguards.

Jones Park pool to close early due to shortage of lifeguards


Statistics released by RSM Tenon's online early warning system, Tracker, have revealed that the number of personal insolvencies continues to decrease and 2012 had the lowest level in the last four years with only 112,000,- a 7 per cent drop on 2011.

Personal insolvencies continues to decrease


A windsurfer who was forced to cling to his board in pitch black conditions after becoming stranded in the North Sea has told of his dramatic rescue.


Three workers shovel snow off the roof of the Metrodome on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010, in Minneapolis.


A local church is ready to celebrate its 25th annual homecoming and are inviting members of the community to come help the congregation celebrate.

Local church celebrates 25th annual homecoming


Pinellas County teachers all wore black to Tuesday night's Pinellas County School Board meeting.


US President Barack Obama will tell bankers on Friday that 'we're all in this thing together' but is not going into a meeting with them with a specific agenda, a senior White House advisor said.


Telekomunikacja Polska has issued bonds totalling PLN203.7m to its subsidiaries in the past two days.

Telekomunikacja Polska issues bonds to subsidiaries


VETERAN actress Zsa Zsa Gabor returned to hospital yesterday.


A new study by researchers at the University of Georgia, US, has determined that global warming may mean dry autumns and winters that may lead to fewer tornadoes in the spring.

Dry autumns and winters may lead to fewer tornadoes in the spring


Saddam Hussein's cousin Ali Hassan al-Majeed -- also known as Chemical Ali -- was executed Monday, an Iraqi government spokesman said.

'Chemical Ali' executed, Iraqi government spokesman says


We're talking about Jennifer Aniston on smooth-rock god John Mayer, who reportedly rekindled their romance last weekend when she visited the East Coast.


It appears the US may be more willing to arm Mexican drug lords than US agents based in Mexico.


WHEELIE bins will be rolling their way on to the streets of Barking and Dagenham under radical plans to change the way we throw out our rubbish.


A Winnebago woman gets jail time for operating an unlicensed daycare center in her home48 year old Melanie Knopps pleaded guilty to the charge on January 27thOn April 28th a judge sentenced Melanie to 90 days and a $580 dollar fine...followed by one year of probation.She's already served 60 and will spend another month in jail.Back in September her husband Steven was sentenced to 58 months in prison for sexually abusing a 7 year old enrolled in the daycare.

Winnebago woman gets jail time for operating unlicensed daycare


Rams linebacker David Vobora awarded 5.4 million dollars after suing Florida supplements company for contaminated supplement that led to four-game suspension in 2009


We knew that powerful SC Senate President Glenn McConnell was adept at ``morphing'' the rules of the chamber to suit his political purposes, but we had no idea he was ``Morpheus'' himself.


Fox Point police shot and killed an armed robbery suspect after the suspect led police on a short chase and opened fire in officers.

Fox Point police shoot and kill robbery suspect


The fetus of a male child, probably in the beginning of the third trimester, was found in a portable toilet Wednesday at a sand and gravel operation near Carr.


Former Ambassador, one-time friend of Ranil Wickremesinghe and life-long UNP supporter, Rosy Senanayake insisted that the recent UNP appointments were all unconstitutional and completely wrong.


A SEMI-trailer and car collided on the M5 Motorway near Sans Souci earlier this morning.


A judge on Monday approved changes in General Maritime Corp.'s bankruptcy-exit plan that improve recoveries for a previously disgruntled group of unsecured creditors.

Judge approves changes to General Maritime's plan


A state-run news agency says Turkey has received support from some NATO members over its demand that the alliance's plan for a missile shield over Europe should not name a specific country as a threat.

Turkey has received support from some NATO members to not name a specific country as a threat


A teenager has admitted killing a 17-year-old schoolboy.


American Airlines resumed most flights today, a day after a massive technology failure forced the nation's third-largest carrier to ground all planes from coast to coast.


Syrian forces have opened fire at a refugee camp inside Turkey wounding three people, as a UN peace plan teetered on the brink of collapse.

Syrian forces have opened fire in Turkey


Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee, who is under attack for her reported pro-Maoist statements, today refused to be drawn into the issue in Rajya Sabha saying she will fight her political battle outside Parliament.

Mamata to fight political battle outside Parliament


Springfield police said Monday they suspect a pair of weekend home invasions may be drug related.

Weekend home invasions may be drug related


Haugen will return to court to have execution reprieve lifted.


Former Milwaukee Bucks owner Jim Fitzgerald died Monday.


Chinese vendor ZTE has completed the inter-operability test of its 3GPP R7-based HSPA+ MIMO product, conducted in conjunction with mainstream terminal chip platform manufacturers, in July.

ZTE completes inter-operability test of HSPA+ MIMO product


British retailer Woolworths has rejected an offer from Iceland Foods Ltd for its retail division.

Uk retailer Woolworths rejects offer from Iceland


A 42-year-old Salem man has pleaded guilty in Marion County Court to a misdemeanor battery charge.


The Louisville man accused of living with his dead mother was arraigned on Saturday.

Man accused of living with dead mother arraigned


The controversial abortion boat operated by the Women on Waves organisation has suspended its activities fearing that its staff could face prosecution following new tighter Dutch legislation on abortion, reports the NRC.


The National Cycling Association unveiled its plan on Thursday to build a world-class velodrome and BMX park in the Bronx's long-vacant Kingsbridge Armory.

National cycling Association unveils plan for velodrome and BMX park in Kingsbridge Armory


An Italian cruise ship drifting in the Indian Ocean following a fire was tugged Tuesday to a nearby island by a French fishing boat, the Seychelles Coast Guard said.

Italian cruise ship being tugged to nearby island


Mumbai, Dec 2 Maharashtra will soon have a security council and a crack commando team of its own to tackle terror in the state, Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh announced here Monday.

Maharashtra to have security council, commando team:


Grammy winning singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat has revealed via Twitter that she's back in the studio working on her third album, after having released her sophomore effort Breakthrough last August and an iTunes Session earlier this year.

Colbie Caillat is back in studio working on third album


A motorcyclist was killed in Cranebrook after crashing into a tree along Vincent Road last Sunday.


Oil rose for the second day today, nearing $49 a barrel on support from Wall Street and bullish data on US oil inventories, although gains were tempered by weak demand data from major consumers.


Grammy winner Rihanna was rushed to a Swedish hospital on Monday night after the end of a performance!


With the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, both Osceola and Volusia counties lifted their fireworks ban on Wednesday.

Osceola, Volusia counties lift fireworks ban


The suspects were possibly wanted in connection with an assault on Locust Street in Providence.


A day after launching three new devices for emerging World markets including the cheapest 3G model the company has ever offered, Nokia has announced the 6600i slide.


Premier League chief Richard Scudamore has assured Portsmouth fans he is keeping a close watch on developments at the club.

Premier League chief Scudamore assures Portsmouth fans of keeping watch


``We are thrilled that Wal-Mart has chosen to enhance their customer centric merchandising capabilities with Galleria's solution,'' said Jef Richards, chief research and strategy officer, Galleria.

Wal-Mart enhances customer centric merchandising capabilities in


Australian shares have trimmed early gains to close flat after disappointing jobs data weighed on optimism driven by strong energy results.


With a dramatic 91st minute assist in DC United's 1-1 tie against the New England Revolution tonight, Jaime Moreno became the first player in MLS history to record 100 goals and 100 assists.

Jaime Moreno becomes first player in MLS history with 100 goals and 100 assists


Former Bethnal Green MP George Galloway is suing publishers of the News of the World for £300,000 accusing them of hacking his voicemail.

George Galloway sues News of the World for £300,000


Parsons Brinckerhoff has purchased renewable energy credits for wind power equivalent to the electricity it uses annually at its corporate headquarters in New York City.

Parsons Brinckerhoff purchases renewable energy credits for wind power


And now, reports are coming out that Middleton is being carefully trained to deal with the royal lifestyle.

Kate Middleton being trained to deal with royal lifestyle


An Italian cruise ship with 1,500 people on board fended off a pirate attack far off the coast of Somalia when its Israeli private security forces exchanged fire with the bandits and drove them away.


Donna Summer, whose music dominated the 1970s disco era, died of cancer on Thursday at age 63, leaving a legacy of hit singles like ``Love to Love You Baby,'' ``Last Dance'' and ``Bad Girls.''


A North Iowa girls basketball coach is being investigated for an inappropriate text message sent to a student.

Coach investigated for inappropriate text messages


All schools in Navua have been told to close this morning due to flooding of some areas in Navua.


A senior citizen was found dead of apparent gunshot wounds at a Vallejo home Sunday evening.

Senior citizen found dead at Vallejo home


The EU has officially certified 380 Vietnamese seafood firms to export their products to the European market, according to the Viet Nam Association of Seafood Exporters and Processors.

Vietnamese seafood firms to export to the EU


Tropical storm Earl brought just a little rain and wind to the midcoast region Friday night.

Earl brings little rain, wind to midcoast


A SCHOOLGIRL was seriously ill in hospital yesterday after suffering a brain haemorrhage in class.


US elects first bisexual Congress member Updated: 12:57, Tuesday November 13, 2012 The United States will have its first openly bisexual member of Congress, with a Democrat winning a tight race in the increasingly competitive southwestern state of Arizona.

Us elects first bisexual Congress member


Miami Beach police today plan to release 911 tapes from two officer-involved shootings in June that resulted in the deaths of two men.

Miami Beach police to release 911 tapes in two shootings


He calls himself a bathroom singer, yet Bollywood star Akshay Kumar didn't think twice before singing romantic number ``Bheege honth tere'' for the leading ladies of his forthcoming film ``Housefull 2``. Akshay was here Monday for the launch of the new issue of Stardust magazine with co-stars Jacqueline Fernandes, Asin Thottumkal, Zarine Khan and Shazahn Padamsee and he sang for them at the event. ``Please dim the lights,'' he said before he started singing, to set the mood for ``Bheege honth tere'', which happens to be one of his favourite romantic numbers. Akshay was out of tune, but didn't let go. He stood confidently and sang the entire song with the support of background music. Of course, he was cheered by girls in the crowd at the F Bar and Lounge at the Ashoka Hotel. ``If my films don't work, maybe I can start singing only! But I sing very badly. I'ma bathroom singer but what to do ... I love singing. I guess a whole lot of Indians are bathroom singers,'' he said.

Whole lot of Indians are bathroom singers:


This year's Indian aviation show will start next week in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh' s capital Hyderabad, but will not have the aerobatics, flypasts and other acrobatic manoeuvres regularly done by the Navy and Air Force, local media reported Sunday.

Indian aviation show starts next week in southern state


Elton John has been released from the hospital after being treated for a serious respiratory infection, reports CBS station KCBS.

Elton John released from the hospital after respiratory infection


Oil giant Petrobras said it found two new offshore oil and gas fields in a deepwater area in the Espirito Santo basin, some 115 km off the coast of southeast Brazil.

Petrobras finds offshore oil, gas fields


Square Enix, publisher of the popular Final Fantasy series of video games, has released Song Summoner: the Unsung Heroes for the fifth-generation iPod, iPod classic, and iPod nano.

Square Enix releases Song Summoner: the Unsung Heroes for iPod


Britain's Prince Charles has paid tribute to Charles Dickens in a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey.

Prince Charles pays tribute to Charles Dickens


After Thursday's light rain, twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Friday again received light and heavy rain of Monsoon that compelled people to restrict at their homes.


Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly will lead Bengal against Haryana in their away Ranji Trophy match from November 29 in absence of regular captain Manoj Tiwary.


A Nigerian Minister has said that the country's state oil firm is technically insolvent as ``current liabilities exceed current assets.''

Nigerian Minister says state oil firm is insolvent


The JPD is hiring for 4 police officer positions and 70 people are trying out.

JPD hiring for 4 police officer positions


A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for the City of LaBelle water service area for residents living in the area bounded by Bridge Street to Missouri Street and Broward Avenue to Hwy 80 due to a water main break.


Nitin Raheja, CIO, Rada Advisors is of the view that one can book profits in sugar stocks.


Peel has recently received planning permission to bring two Grade II Listed buildings back to life; the major part of Kempnough Hall, Worsley, Salford and Chaddock Hall, Astley, Wigan.

Peel brings two Grade II listed buildings back to life


FORMER Eastbourne Borough skipper Paul Armstrong has signed for big spending County League champions Whitehawk.


Tilly's has appointed Daniel Griesemer as its new president and CEO, succeeding Hezy Shaked, who has served as the retail chain's chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer since c0-founding the company in 1982.


Crude oil prices settled under $79 per barrel Monday on the New York Mercantile Exchange and the dollar index rose sharply, up 0.47 percent.


Kyrgyzstan on Tuesday announced that it had exempted the nationals of the UAE from entry visa for up to 60-day stay on its territory.

Kyrgyzstan exempts emiratis from entry visa


The public is invited to the Fincastle Library to hear Genevieve Goss, conservation steward for the Valley Conservation Council, on Thursday, May 15 when she will speak about creating a sustainable lifestyle.

Public invited to hear about creating a sustainable lifestyle


``We used to talk about love, that title, it's not to frame a theme.


A 24-year-old man has been arrested after three cars were set on fire in Crewe last night.

Man arrested after three cars set on fire


In yesterday's incident, three robbers were killed and two wounded in a dramatic shootout with police who had been lying in wait for the gang.


Parature, the global leader in on-demand customer service software, today announced an integration partnership with Metaverse Mod Squad, the premier avatar staffing firm for virtual worlds and online communities.

Parature announces integration partnership with Metaverse Mod Squad


Rep. Joe Wilson on Thursday condemned a fake campaign ad circulating under his name that implies President Barack Obama is a communist.


UEFA are drawing up emergency plans to include both Sion and Celtic in the Europa League group stages if they lose the ongoing dispute with the Swiss club.

UEFA draw up emergency plans to include both Sion and Celtic in Europa League


India on Friday pitched for accelerating deployment and diffusion of green technologies to tackle climate change, saying that it was the quickest way to lower the cost of the renewable options.

India for accelerated deployment of green technologies


RAPID CITY, SD Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama is holding town hall meetings in Rapid City and Aberdeen.


The NBA did not take any action against Vince Carter of the New Jersey Nets or a veteran official who used the word 'boy' during a confrontation with the eight-time All Star during a game Wednesday night in Detroit.

NBA takes no action against Carter or official


Israeli forces detained 12 Palestinians from the West Bank overnight, to be ``transferred for security questioning,'' according to a military statement.


Nine rebel Fine Gael frontbench TDs have publicly declared no confidence in embattled leader Enda Kenny.


Spanish developer FCC plans to build a temporary port off the town of Vidin, Dnevnik daily reported on April 7.

FCC plans to build a temporary port off Vidin


The Pacific Islands Forum has appointed a Fiji academic and former government official as its new representative in Solomon Islands.

Pacific Islands Forum appoints new representative to Solomon Islands


Willie Mullins led the tributes to Florida Pearl after news that the outstanding chaser had been put down because of illness at the age of 20.


Construction is expected to start in January for 70 townhomes on Peppers Ferry Road in Montgomery County that will be partially funded by stimulus funds.


Satellite voice and data services provider Globalstar is preparing six satellites for the launch of its second generation satellite constellation.

Globalstar prepares six satellites for launch


PN deputy leader Simon Busuttil keeps up the pressure on Labour over Anglu Farrugia interview, insists that PL is 'morally bankrupt'.

Busuttil insists that PL is 'morally bankrupt'


Preston North End boss Alan Irvine says former skipper Kevin Nicholls has left Deepdale with his head held high.


Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was hospitalized on Sunday with a blood clot resulting from a recent concussion, according to her spokesman.

Hillary Clinton hospitalized with blood clot


On March 16, EACS students in grades 7-12 will participate in an Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug survey.


Brian Urlacher will not return to the Chicago Bears for the 2013 season, the team announced in a news release Wednesday.

Brian Urlacher will not return to Chicago Bears for 2013 season


A state senator from St. Louis County is considering running for Minnesota governor.

State senator considers run for governor


Matthew Roberts said: ``It was like finding out your father is Hitler''.

'It's like finding out Hitler is your father'


GOD TV is to air an extraordinary LIVE broadcast this weekend featuring Steve Hill of the Brownsville Revival of the 1990s and Nathan Morris of the current Bay Revival, together with John Kilpatrick, the host of both spiritual outpourings.

God TV to air extraordinary LIVE broadcast


Bazaarvoice, the market and technology leader in hosted social commerce applications that drive sales, today announced that it has served more than 125 billion consumer-generated Answers, Stories, and Reviews on its client sites to date.

Bazaarvoice serves up more than 125 billion Answers and Reviews


Software giant Microsoft will lay off about 55 employees in India, which is one per cent of its Indian staff, as slowdown hits the sector, affecting business and profitability.

Microsoft to lay off 55 employees in India


Five students of the Sree Chitra Thirunal Engineering College, Pappanamcode, have developed an automatic metal cutter which can prove useful in industry and can also be adapted to saw through wood.


Shropshire based broadband provider, Aquiss, has launched a new partner scheme that is ideal for individuals, landlords, housing associations or community groups to offer and recommend reliable broadband services and earn a commission revenue stream in doing so.

Shropshire based broadband provider launches partner scheme


Canada leads Russia 3-0 in the 2nd period of play in the gold medal game of the 2010 IIHF World Junior Hockey tournament.


It can be easier than you think to become a drug addict, as Cathryn Kemp discovered the hard way.

It's easier than you think to become a drug addict


``The Voice'' coach Blake Shelton has enlisted his co-star Usher to perform at the upcoming tornado benefit concert in the country singer's home state of Oklahoma.

Blake Shelton enlists Usher for tornado benefit concert


Master Limited Partnerships remind me of an artichoke.


Most Asian stock markets fell Monday, as new figures showed Japan's economy contracted at its quickest pace in 35 years and Group of Seven finance ministers warned the global slump will drag on through most of the year.


Five Jamaican track and field athletes have tested positive for doping, although a newspaper reported none of the nation's premier sprinters is among the group.

Jamaican track athletes test positive for doping


A prison escapee has been recaptured near the Western Sydney jail he allegedly broke out of two days ago.


A woman was abducted in a grocery store parking lot last night in Crystal, police say.

Woman abducted in grocery store parking lot in Crystal


The Knesset on Thursday swore in Avi Dichter as Israel's new home front defense minister after approving by a large margin -- 41 in favor versus 26 against -- the government's motion to appoint him.

Knesset swears in Avi Dichter as home front defense Minister


The government of Jamaica is moving to secure a greater share of the fast growing Chinese travel market, with estimates are that as many as 90 million Chinese could be traveling abroad annually over the next couple of years.

Jamaica moving to secure greater share of Chinese travel market


Telefonica, owner of O2 and Be, has released financial figures for the period January to June 2011 which show that the telecoms supplier continue to lose broadband customers.


Gerakan is in no hurry to implement a leadership succession plan as it will be discussed at a suitable time.

Gerakan in no hurry to implement leadership succession plan


Kingfisher Airlines can slip to Rs 57, says Kunal Bothra, Senior Technical Analyst, LKP.


Across southeastern Indiana, neighbors are helping neighbors and even strangers recover from devastating storms.


Airport police on Monday arrested an Ansar member for demanding bribe from a driver of the civil aviation authority.


The Texas Legislative session will begin at 10a.m.


Prince William, second in line to the throne, has launched an album this week featuring a whole host of artists in order to raise money for the homeless.


The Indonesian police will run a law enforcement operation in Papua after following several incidents attacking PT Freeport.

Indonesian police to run law enforcement operation in Papua


A ``scramble crosswalk,`` allowing people to cross an intersection from all directions, including diagonally, is being proposed on Spring Garden Road in Halifax.


Tuborg is calling on its Facebook fans to design its summer beer can, as the brand looks to engage with young music fans via social media.

Tuborg calls on Facebook fans to design beer can


Iran football coach Carlos Queiroz has called the fans to support the national team during the upcoming match against Indonesia for the 2014 World Cup qualifiers.


Three Kent towns are among a handful in the UK due to get superfast broadband within a year.

Three Kent towns get superfast broadband


The headline: ``Why Women Still Can't Have It All.''


WASHINGTON - Vice President Joe Biden plans to attend funeral services for Eunice Kennedy Shriver on Friday.

Biden to attend service for Eunice Kennedy Shriver


Deputies arrested an 18-year-old former Sevastopol High School student Tuesday for allegedly firing shots that shattered two glass doors and a window at the school near Sturgeon Bay.

Deputies arrest student for allegedly firing shots at a school near Sturgeon Bay


A Cedar Lake man has been charged in Lake Superior Court with child molesting involving an 11-year-old girl.

Cedar Lake man charged with child molesting


Jane Goodall has decided to return to Tanzania and her beloved chimps, despite being 76.


Flights resumed yesterday between Portland and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, the first since the service was suspended in November 2009.

Flights resume between Portland and Yarmouth


A Spring City man has pleaded not guilty to charges he allegedly slashed the throat of a family friend during a child's birthday party in West Pottsgrove.

Spring City man pleads not guilty to slashing throat of family friend


Thune, often mentioned as a potential presidential candidate, will be in Little Rock on Aug. 24 to stump with Rep. John Boozman.


Tom Daley easily retained his national 10 metre platform title in front of a sell-out crowd in Plymouth on Sunday.


WAKEFIELD Wildcats have signed Samoan prop-forward Charlie Leaeno from NSWRL Premier League side Newtown Jets.

Wakefield Wildcats sign Samoan forward Charlie Leaeno


University lecturers are deficient in quantity and weak in quality -- the Ministry of Education and Training has identified this as the biggest problem of universities and junior colleges now.

Lecturers are deficient in quantity and weak in quality


A Leominster man was charged with trespassing after his arrest outside the Whitney Carriage Apartments on Water Street Monday night.


Jeff Kent, seen here with his family, will reportedly appear on the CBS show ``Survivor.''


Police are seeking assistance from the public for information following a stabbing incident at Campsie.

Police seek assistance following stabbing - Campsie


The opposition and government sides took each other to task in Parliament Tuesday accusing each other of fearing and taking orders from their leaders.

Opposition, government accuse each other of fear


Sen. Tim Johnson was admitted to a South Dakota hospital Sunday for a fever, according to his office.


Russell Brand is eyeing a move behind the camera, insisting he wants to direct his next two movies.


AMERICAN blue-eyed soul/gospel artist Michaux has received an accolade from Janis Gaye, former wife of soul star Marvin Gaye.

Michaux receives accolade from Marvin Gaye's former wife Janis Gaye


Akshara Hassan, daughter of Kamal Hassan and Sarika, is reportedly dating a Sri Lankan boy named Jason Jeyaseelan.


The Maoists struck again by blowing up a railway track near Midnapore town in West Bengal today, which was followed by the destruction of a mobile tower in Orissa's Malkangiri district.

Maoists blow up railway track in West Bengal


United States President Barack Obama has nominated John Tefft as ambassador to Ukraine.

Obama nominates Tefft as ambassador to Ukraine


Promoter Bob Arum on Sunday called for an investigation into the controversial split-decision verdict that saw Timothy Bradley deal superstar Manny Pacquiao his first defeat since 2005.


Brazil great Romario was released from jail on Wednesday, a day after being arrested in a child support case involving his first wife.


French swimmer Laure Manaudou on Tuesday vowed to bounce back at the Olympic Games after being beaten for the first time in four years over her favourite distance, the 400m freestyle, at the national championships here.

French swimmer Manaudou vows to bounce back at Olympics


A reserve deputy with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department took his own life after sheriff's deputies went to his house following a 9-1-1 call, authorities said.


A monthly social and networking event for local folks working in independent film and television.


As Manchester United fans arrogantly sing, 'We are Man United and we do what we want', I wonder where they get that idea from?

``We are Man United and we do what we want''


Two women have been charged with murder after a man died at Capel-le-Ferne.


The majors are mixed out of the gate Thursday as better than expected data outweighs Greek fears.


Donna Brazile was hit by pepper spray as she walked to the Xcel Center at the start of the Republican Convention here.


Thailand on Tuesday extended emergency rule across about one quarter of the country by three months over lingering fears of unrest, despite calls from rights groups for the sweeping powers to be lifted.


Vacant property management specialist SitexOrbis has won nearly £1.5 million worth of contracts to secure vacant property and perform specialised clearing services.

SitexOrbis wins £1.5 million worth of contracts


The Munster Theatre Department of Munster High School presents ``Hello, Dolly!'' at 7 pm May 5, 6 and 7 and at 2 pm May 8 in the high school auditorium, 8808 Columbia Ave.

Munster Theatre presents 'Hello, Dolly!'


JOHN Spicer is ready to fight for his place in the Burnley first team and earn a new contract in the process.


Hong Kong has raised its bird flu alert level to ``serious'' and announced it is to cull 17,000 chickens after three birds tested positive for the deadly H5N1 strain of the virus.


Private research universities spent twice as much as their public counterparts to teach each student in the 2007-2008 school year, widening a cost gap that can make private colleges unaffordable to students without financial aid.

Private universities spend twice as much as publics on teaching


An exotic form of silicon may improve solar cell efficiency by as much as 70 percent, according to computer simulations conducted by an international team of scientists.

Exotic form of silicon improves solar cells


However, his bitter feelings finally came through when he said that leaving NBC is ``an appealing proposition.''

Conan O'Brien calls leaving NBC 'an appealing proposition'


An Oswego County inmate was arrested Thursday for allegedly sending sexually explicit letters to children from jail, and additionally for an arrest warrant for allegedly having sexual contact with a child in Florida.

Inmate arrested for sending sexually explicit letters to child from Jail


Authorities have arrested three suspects on suspicion of first-degree murder after a man's body was found beside a mountain road west of Golden.

3 arrested after man's body found beside mountain road west of Golden


A US postal inspector is out on bond as of Monday night, following his arrest for domestic violence.

Postal inspector arrested for domestic violence


EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. An El Dorado County woman has died from the H1N1 virus, health officials said.

El Dorado Co. woman dies from H1N1 virus


``Buffalo meat from India mustn't be imported in Kyrgyzstan due to high risk of its contagiousness,'' a parliament member Kenzhebek Bokoev said at the session of the parliamentary Committee on Agriculture, Water Sources, Ecology and Regional Development.

Buffalo meat from India mustn't be imported in Kyrgyzstan due to high risk of its contagiousness --


Sugar prices recovered by Rs 25 per quintal in the national capital today on fresh buying by stockists against restricted arrivals from mills.


An Olympia man who reportedly sold the gun used to kill a Seattle police officer has been arrested and accused of illegally selling guns to convicts.

Olympia man reportedly sold gun used to kill Seattle police officer


Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke is again promising to aggressively slash a key interest rate as needed to bolster the economy.

Bernanke promises to slash key interest rate


LIFEBOAT crews sprang into action this week to rescue three people on a capsized inflatable.

Lifeboat crew rescue three people from inflatable


Japan is battling a nuclear and humanitarian crisis, with engineers working to restore power to a stricken power plant in what the UN's top atomic expert said was a ``race against time''.

Japan battles nuclear, humanitarian crisis


Apple said Wednesday that it launched its iTunes online media store in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines and eight other Asian markets, making it easier for customers in the region to buy and download music and videos.

Apple launches iTunes in Hong Kong, Singapore


As the dust begins to settle, through the smoke and destruction of the great credit crunch of 2007/08, we can begin to observe the debris that unfettered and under-regulated consumer capitalism has wrought on the world's economies.Briefcase believes that the world is approaching an historic crossroad in its history, involving a confluence of significant influences on human advancement.


Free agent defenseman Jay Bouwmeester has signed with the Calgary Flames.

Jay Bouwmeester signs with the Calgary Flames


Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has agreed personal terms with AC Milan and is set for a move back to Italy, the latest reports in the Italian media suggest.

Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic agrees personal terms with AC Milan - report


Tommy Carr says Pat Gilroy will be worried by Dublin's performance in defeat to Mayo.


The TSX Venture Exchange closed Wednesday at 1,989.13, up 37.24 points.

Tsxv closed at 1,989.13, up 37.24 points


He said, ``I like kind of s***ty clothes most of the time. I like second hand. That's another thing. I can't really go into second hand stores to get new clothes any more so I end up wearing the same thing every day.

Robert pattinson wears the same thing every day


A STOLEN car crashed and demolished a garden wall and lamppost in the early hours of Saturday morning.


US technology giant Intel Corp is planning to set up a $2 billion fund to invest in US companies, the Wall Street Journal said, citing people familiar with the matter.

Intel plans $2 billion fund to invest in US companies:


Web search giant Google has announced mobile rendering for its websites to allow users of Apple and Android devices to pick an option that will automatically render the websites for the mobile device.

Google announces mobile rendering for its websites


Construction spending tumbled in July to the lowest level in a decade, as the housing market struggles in the weak economy and without a popular home-buying tax credit.


Newcastle manager Alan Pardew has been charged with improper conduct by the Football Association for speaking about a referee ahead of an English Premier League match.

Newcastle manager Alan Pardew charged by FA for speaking about referee before match


Quality inspection of imported and locally produced products, particularly food items, by the quality laboratory department of the Ministry of Commerce has increased during the holy month of Ramadan.

Quality inspection of food items increased


The Aegis destroyer Atago left the Maritime Self-Defense Force base in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Friday for its home port in Maizuru on the coast of the Sea of Japan, after being docked in Yokosuka since a collision with a trawler in the Pacific in February.

Aegis destroyer Atago leaves Yokosuka for home port after collision


A 25-year-old Wallaceburg woman faces assault charges after a domestic dispute on Reaume Avenue Monday afternoon.


Thieves have made off with a 100kg worm farm from Zealandia's eco-sanctuary in Karori, close to the city.


A professor who believed his young wife to be having an affair allegedly cut off her lips in a fit of jealousy and ate them, a report said on Thursday.


Four years after a late fade left her crying and wearing bronze at the Olympics, Richards-Ross won the 400-meter gold she always thought she should win.


Apple Inc. said Tuesday that it is delaying the launch of its iPad 2 tablet device in Japan, which was originally set for March 25.


The dailies also reported that Cantopop singer Kelly Chen was forced by her husband to retire early.


Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan received today OSCE Minsk Group co-chairs Jacques Faure, Robert Bradtke, Igor Popov, and Personal Representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Andrzej Kasprzyk, President's press office said.

Serzh Sargsyan received OSCE Minsk Group co-chairs


Once upon a time, in a land far, far away, I was ripped.


Public housing rents are set to gobble up a single pension rise of $15 a fortnight.


Kenyan police and wildlife service rangers have shot dead two poachers who had killed four elephants, authorities said on Wednesday, days after the slaughter of 12 animals sparked national outrage.

Kenya police, rangers shoot dead poachers


A Delaware County man accused of killing the family dog with a 30-inch-long sword is being held on animal cruelty charges.

Delaware county man accused of killing dog with sword


Eurasian Development Bank allocates Belinvestbank credit of $20 million for two years to finance export-import trade customers of Belarusian bank.

EDB allocates Belinvestbank credit of $20 million


Hilary Duff, still known by many as the girl from Lizzie McGuire, has revealed that she wants to record a new album.


The chairman of China Airlines has resigned his position and board director's seat with a new chairman still unselected according to the Taiwan Stock Exchange.


A Republican lawmaker apologized to Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama after referring to him as ``that boy.

Republican lawmaker apologizes for referring to Obama as 'boy'


A blood test has been developed that detects major depression in teenagers and could lead to individualized treatment for patients.

Blood test could detect depression in teenagers


A woman who left her 3-year-old son at a mall has turned herself in to Hazelwood police.

Woman who left son at mall turns herself in


New York rap veteran Nas recently revealed his greatest fear and one of the biggest motivational comments made by fellow hip-hop pioneer KRS-One.


Two of three females arrested by police after a brawl at Crescent Park Wednesday were released on bail by a provincial court judge Thursday afternoon.

Two of three females arrested after brawl released on bail


The US Postal Service was recognized recently by the Universal Postal Union with a 2010 Silver Award for outstanding international express mail service.

US Postal Service recognized for international express mail Service


A tornado warning has been lifted for northwest Hillsborough County, the National Weather Service reports.

Tornado warning lifted for northwest Hillsborough County


Fabien Galthie has announced that he will quit as coach of Stade Francais at the end of the season.


Two LaPorte teachers have been recognized for recently saving the lives of two students choking on food.

LaPorte teachers recognized for saving lives


After playing two thought provoking roles as wannabe singer and wannabe actor in Rock On and Luck By Chance, Farhan Akhtar is all set to try his hand at comedy for the first time in Kartik Calling Kartik.


Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi has said he is not affected by criticism or sarcasm.


Haley is being criticized for calling a woman reporter a ``little girl'' because the governor didn't like coverage on taxpayer spending on a European trip.

Haley criticizes reporter as 'little girl'


PETROL prices will hit $1.50 within three weeks but the worst for motorists will be offset by a weaker US dollar, the Service Stations Association says.


Austrian-born film star Arnold Schwarzenegger says he still loves his estranged wife, Maria Shriver.

Schwarzenegger says he still loves estranged wife Shriver


Austrian insurance group Uniqa sold its remaining 27 percent stake in Romanian insurer Astra to Nova Group, the majority shareholder in Astra, for some EUR 25 million, the Nova Group has announced.

Uniqa sells remaining stake in Romanian insurer Astra to majority shareholder


In light of growing concerns about global warming and carbon emission reduction issues worldwide, Taiwan has stepped up the development and construction of smart grids, an admittedly energy-saving electricity delivering network, as part of its effort on environmental protection.

Taiwan steps up development of smart grids


A report placed on the Australian Gizmodo website suggests that Philips is pulling out of the TV market in Australia and new Zealand.

Report suggests Philips pulling out of TV market


Auto Writer Ford Motor Co. said Thursday that it would add a third shift to production plants in Michigan and Missouri to meet increased demand for its F-150 trucks and Escape crossover vehicles.


Australia will open an Austrade office in Myanmar this year as part of the Gillard Government's drive to help businesses break into and expand in Asia's emerging and growth markets, Trade and Competitiveness Minister Craig Emerson said in a statement on Tuesday.

Australia to open an office in Myanmar this year


British number one Andy Murray will miss next month's Davis Cup match against Slovakia because of injury concerns following the Australian Open.

Andy Murray to miss Davis Cup match with Slovakia


Thrifty Foods has announced it will discontinue the use of plastic carry out grocery bags in all stores effective July 22, 2009.

Thrifty Foods to discontinue plastic grocery bags


Mayor Steve Luecke has confirmed the College Football Hall of Fame is leaving South Bend and moving to Atlanta.

Luecke confirms College Football hall of Fame will leave


The pre-judging rounds of the 12th Dharma Shree Nationwide Open Bodybuilding Championship, organised by Nepal Byayam Mandir, was held here today.


Accra , Aug. 25, GNA - Mr Mike Hammah, Minister for Transport on Tuesday said plans were underway to modernise the railway system to enhance operations of the sector.

Plans underway to modernise railway system


Asian market holds big potentials in mobile technology products as the region has grown to be the number one in demand for advanced mobile value added service, data and information, an official told Xinhua in an interview on Thursday.

Asian market holds big potential for mobile technology products


Mickey Rourke and Scarlett Johansson have been signed on to star in 'Iron Man 2' with Robert Downey Jr.

Mickey Rourke, Scarlett Johansson to star in 'Iron Man 2'


Dairy Crest has confirmed that it will create up to 80 new jobs at its cheese packing facility in Frome, Somerset.


Secretary of State Natalie Tennant said Monday that early voting will continue despite winds, rain and snow from Hurricane Sandy hitting West Virginia.


A Gary woman creates what may be the first domestic violence database.

Women creates domestic violence database


Kevin Kyle insists he has proved the doubters wrong who claimed his career was over after making his debut for Rangers.


Lawyers should not be allowed to appear before judges related to them, Lahore High Court Bar Association Vice President Munawar Iqbal Gondal said on Saturday.

Lawyers should not appear before judges related to them:


A stroke in any form hits women harder than men, robbing them of the very meaning of life, says a study from Sweden.

Stroke hits women harder than men, says study


Analogic Corp. is laying off 85 workers, or about 6 percent of its workforce, and consolidating its operations in Massachusetts to save about $5 million a year.

Analogic lays off 85 workers, consolidates operations


Voters in Terrebonne and Lafourche will head to the polls today for elections that include a congressional primary, school board races and tax renewals.


The ``Celebrity'' Car Wash benefiting the Hays-Caldwell Women's Center that was to take place at Conley Car Wash Saturday has been rescheduled due to a rainy forecast.


City firefighters were serving up a special breakfast this morning to some special guests at the firehouse on Allen and Broad Street.

City firefighters serve up special breakfast


New York Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte is expected to make his next start Friday at Toronto after his turn in the rotation was pushed back.

Andy Pettitte to make his next start on Friday


The total value of new credit granted increased from R75.14 billion for the quarter ended September 2010 to R83.53 billion for the quarter ended December 2010, an increase of 11.17% when compared with the previous quarter, but 31.97% higher than a year ago.


I know you're thinking that the workplace is dead between Thanksgiving and Christmas, but actually, December is a great time for careers.

December is a great time for your career


While Charlie's wife Brooke Mueller refuses to speak about the incident, she also seems to be seemed indifferent towards all his strange actions and deeds.


The euro-zone debt crisis is triggering more carnage in peripheral sovereign debt markets, but Belgian and even German bonds are starting to feel the heat as well.

Belgian and even German bonds feel the heat


The earliest evidence of human ancestors using hunting and scavenging techniques has been found by researchers from working in the field in Kenya.

Earliest evidence of human ancestors using hunting, scavenging techniques found


Pittsburgh Pirates lost to New York Mets 0-6 in the third game of their three-match regular series encounter on Wednesday, September 26 at Citi Field in New York City.

Pittsburgh Pirates lose to New York Mets 0-6 --


On Monday, CMS announced it was accepting applications for an Innovation Advisors program designed to help health professionals deepen skills that will drive improvements in patient care and cost-cutting, according to an AdvanceWeb report.

CMS accepting applications for innovation advisor program


Goldman Sachs Group Inc denied a CNBC television report on Thursday that it had convened a ``emergency'' meeting of top investors earlier this week, prompted by worries about the viability of Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner's bank rescue plan.

Goldman Sachs denies report of ``emergency'' meeting


Pakistan Saturday defended its military policy in the lawless northwest of the country, a hotbed of Taliban and Al-Qaeda insurgency, amid tensions in its relationship with the United States.


A man was arrested Friday night at a home on the 1200 block of Wascana Street and charged with several counts of threatening.

Man charged with several counts of threatening


US President Barack Obama told Pakistani Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani on Tuesday he hoped a Pakistan parliamentary review of fraught ties with Washington would be balanced and respect US security needs.

US hopes Pakistan review of ties will be 'balanced'


Unknown gunmen on motorbikes killed an intelligence official in Peshawar on Wednesday, police said.

Gunmen kill Intelligence official in Peshawar


--24 Hour Fitness, the nation's largest privately-owned US fitness club chain and a health club industry pioneer, proudly announces its support of Augie's Quest and Clubs for the Quest.

24 Hour Fitness proudly supports Augie's Quest and Clubs for the Quest


The Tigers fell to Tyler Lee, 13-3, in their Class 5A Division One bi-district encounter.


Trenton Mayor Tony Mack has put two city rental properties up for sale as a federal probe of his administration heads to a grand jury.

Trenton Mayor Tony Mack puts properties up for sale as federal probe heads to grand jury


Officials order evacuation of Fire Island Suffolk County officials have ordered a mandatory evacuation of Fire Island in advance of the strong Atlantic storm now approaching the East Coast.


While Tom Cruise claimed to have been ``blindsided'' by his wife of five years Katie Holmes filing for divorce, if he had read a recent interview maybe he would have seen it coming as she talked about a ``new phase'' in her life.


Japan's government says two people have died and eight others have been injured in an earthquake in the northern part of the country.


Eid Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of Holy Prophet Muhammad was celebrated with great religious reverence and fervour in the metropolis on Wednesday.

Eid Milad-un-Nabi celebrated with great religious fervour


BOWER continued their poor run of form when they were again outplayed and outfought by a well-organised Wessex side.


Former ER star Maura Tierney has revealed that she will be having surgery to remove a breast tumor, according to people.com.


Kumasi Asante Kotoko defender Awal Mohammed has arrived safely in South Africa for his medicals with Premier Soccer League outfit Maritzburg United.

Awal arrives in South Africa for medicals


The power situation in the city improved slightly on Thursday evening with CESC's Budge Budge plant generating 100 MW more than it did the previous evening.


The US Census Bureau has opened a regional census center in Charlotte, one of 12 centers across the country to support the 2010 census.

Census Bureau opens regional center in Charlotte


Around 139 Asiatic lions, including cubs, died in Gujarat in the last three years, the state Assembly was informed today.

139 Asiatic lions died in Gujarat in last three years


Police are still interviewing witnesses after a woman who was found dead in the early hours of Saturday morning in a Yarmouth pub.


Grand Theft Auto 4 ``is the biggest title the PS3 has ever seen'' and has been ``invaluable'' to Sony, David Reeves, SCEE president has said.

GTA 4 ``biggest title the PS3 has ever seen''


Taiwan stocks fell 0.8 percent on Thursday ahead of the central bank's policy rate-setting meeting, with LCD panel maker AU leading tech exporters lower after a media report that it could cut capex spending again for this year.


US automakers led by General Motors Corp on Monday rushed to finish restructuring plans demanded by Congress before lawmakers reopen the debate this week on the $25 billion in emergency funding the industry says it needs to survive, Reuters reported.

US automakers rush to finish plans for Congress


Indonesian women have staged a rape protest wearing mini skirts in response to controversial remarks made by Jakarta's city governor Fauzi Bowo.

Indonesian women stage rape protest in mini skirts


STATE media says 13 miners are trapped underground in a flooded coal shaft in northwestern China.


An introduction to sales and use tax workshop that will offer helpful state tax information to businesses in South Dakota will be held in January at Rapid City.

Introduction to sales, use tax workshop offered in Rapid City


Student lifeguards from across the GTA are owed thousands of dollars by a twice-bankrupt businessman who promises summer jobs then routinely fails to pay part of their wages.


Bulgaria's National Assembly is to hold an extraordinary sitting on Tuesday at 2 pm

National Assembly to hold extraordinary sitting


Shahrukh Jatoi, one of the accused in Shahzeb Khan's murder case, has surrendered himself in Pakistani Consulate in Dubai, on Monday.


TWO Aborigines from remote communities in the Northern Territory died last weekend while waiting to be airlifted to hospital for treatment.

Two Aborigines die waiting for airlift to hospital


Initially one of the weakest candidates, ``Bigg Boss'' participant Rahul Mahajan is now the favourite to win the TV show.


The Guinean navy has impounded four Chinese fishing boats illegally fishing in the West African country's territorial waters.

Guinea navy impounds Chinese fishing boats


Surrey is facing a slushy few days this week with the thaw of last week's heavy snow - but also bracing itself for more bad weather.

Surrey bracing itself for more bad weather


TELSTRA boss Sol Trujillo threatened Wikipedia with legal action if it did not remove statements about him.


Lufthansa launched its new ``Lufthansa Italia'' brand in Italy today with the new airline blending traditional Lufthansa values, notably reliability and high quality, with Italian flair.

Lufthansa launches new Lufthansa Italia brand


A Bellefonte woman was charged with drunken driving Friday night after she crashed her car in Boggs Township.

Bellefonte woman charged with drunken driving after crash


Best Buy will hire former Williams-Sonoma chief financial officer Sharon McCollam as its next CFO, according to a published media report.

Best Buy to hire Sharon McCollam as CFO:


Americans spend 30 percent less on Father's Day gifts compared to Mother's Day, according to data from the National Retail Federation.

Americans increase spending for Father's Day


The Auburn softball team will play Alabama State at 3 pm Wednesday in a single game instead of the originally scheduled doubleheader.

Auburn softball plays at Alabama State Wednesday


Asian economic powerhouse Singapore will host the WTA Championships for five years from 2014, the women's sanctioning body announced on Wednesday.


Secretary to the Bacolod Mayor Rodel Parcon yesterday said all job order casual employees of Bacolod City will be paid their salaries before the year ends as some supplemental budget requests have already been acted by the Sangguniang Panlungsod.


Zynga has launched the latest addition to its popular With Friends franchise, Matching With Friends.


The US dollar edged higher against the euro Monday as European and US stocks fell on fading optimism over the global economy, prompting investors to seek shelter in the safety of the greenback.

Dollar edges up versus euro as US stocks fall


The Wisconsin man accused of killing his 14-year-old stepson to punish his wife has pleaded insanity to homicide and bail-jumping charges.

Man accused of killing stepson pleads insanity


The communications minister has said he has 'made the impossible possible' as he patched up the rundown roads and highways across the country 'in a short time'.


UCLA is taking steps to limit fan access to former basketball coach John Wooden, who is besieged by autograph requests whenever he attends Bruins games.


Southwest Airlines lands in South Carolina this weekend, with new flights serving both Charleston and Greenville-Spartanburg.

Southwest Airlines landing in South Carolina


No-frills airline easyJet is to launch a new route flying direct from Bristol to Naples from next May.

EasyJet launches new route from Bristol to Naples


Alberto Contador confirmed Saturday he will ride for Astana in 2009 after the Spaniard's future was put in doubt when Lance Armstrong joined the Kazahk team.

Contador confirms he'll ride with Astana in 2009


THE Catholic Church has told married couples to pray before sex to purify their intentions so the act of intercourse is one of selflessness rather than physical hedonism.

Catholic Church tells couples to pray before sex


Former US president Bill Clinton has been hospitalised in New York, US television network ABC News reported Thursday.

Former US president Clinton hospitalised


BMW is bringing the i3 and i8 and the ``Born Electric'' to the US


Police in Pulaski County are investigating two accidents Wednesday night that sent three people to the hospital.


About 16% of all new HIV cases reported in Canada in 2005 were linked to immigrants from countries where HIV is prevalent, according to a report recently released by the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control, the CP/Toronto Star reports.

16% of all new HIV cases reported in Canada linked to immigrants


It is believed the four bodies found earlier today in Pontesbury, Shropshire have been linked to a missing man from Coleford and his three children.

Bodies found in Pontesbury linked to missing man from Coleford


TMZ reports that Ryan Reynolds has officially filed for divorce from his wife of two years, Scarlett Johansson on Thursday.

Ryan Reynolds has filed for divorce from Scarlett Johansson


Colombian cyclist Santiago Botero, best known for winning the mountains classification in the Tour de France and the world championship time trial, has announced his retirement from the sport.

Cyclist Santiago Botero announces retirement


South African police fired rubber bullets Wednesday at protesters in a shanty settlement on the outskirts of Johannesburg demanding better living conditions.The demonstrations come less than two months before local elections and point towards grassroots discontent among impoverished black voters towards the ruling African National Congress.

South African police fire rubber bullets at protesters


Teijin Pharma Limited will launch Feburic, for treating hyperuricemia in Japan on May 17.


The Sophos report states that companies saw a 70 percent jump in social networking spam and malware attacks in 2009.

Companies see 70 percent jump in social networking spam in 2009


Three young children were woken up as their father was stabbed to death by a schizophrenic stranger a jury has heard.

Children woke as their father was stabbed to death


by Brian Donnelly News 11 min 55 sec ago Comment Former Westchester County Executive Andrew O'Rourke died Thursday night at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx, according to a statement released by current County Executive Robert Astorino.

Andrew O'Rourke, Former county executive, dies


Snoop Dogg has reportedly been arrested for cannabis possession after his tour bus was stopped by law enforcement officers at a border patrol checkpoint over the weekend.

Snoop Dogg arrested for cannabis possession


The Chrysler Group today announced it plans to invest $72 million in its Toledo Machining plant in Perrysburg, Ohio, to install new equipment and special tooling for the production of front-wheel- and rear-wheel-drive torque converters and steering columns.

Chrysler Group to invest $72 million in Toledo Machining plant


Now is the time to put your property on the market before spring arrives, according to a Stroud estate agent.

Now is the time to put property on the market


A report compiled by the Switzerland-based World Economic Forum for the year 2011/12 suggests that many Asian countries have better infrastructure than the US.

Many Asian countries have better infrastructure than US:


Brazil has granted political asylum to a Bolivian senator who sought refuge in the Brazilian Embassy in La Paz in late May, claiming that his allegations of drug trafficking and corruption against the government of Evo Morales made him a target of political persecution.

Brazil grants asylum to Bolivian senator


Tickets to see Doctor Who star David Tennant as Hamlet have sold out in less than three hours, according to the Royal Shakespeare Company.

David Tennant's Hamlet sells out in less than three hours


Burmese President Thein Sein said he would accept Aung San Suu Kyi as the president of Burma, if the people voted for her.

Thein Sein 'would accept' Suu Kyi as President


The US Federal Reserve was forced to hold a key interest rate steady at 2 percent on Tuesday for a second straight time due to pressures of a possible recession and rising inflation.

Federal Reserve forced to hold key interest rate steady


Industrial materials group Cookson is raising $250m through the issue of US private placement loan notes.


A Facebook group has started an online petition to free two Croatian generals Ante Gotovina and Mladen Markac sentenced in The Hague for war crimes.

Group starts petition to free generals Gotovina and Markac


Total US money market mutual fund assets fell $10.33 billion to $2.568 trillion for the week that ended Wednesday, the Investment Company Institute said Thursday.

Money market fund assets fell to $2.568 trillion


NutraCea, a world leader in stabilized rice bran, nutrient research and technology, announced today that it has executed a definitive agreement to purchase the largest rice bran oil processing facility in South America, located in Brazil.

NutraCea to purchase largest rice bran oil processing facility in South America


Sri Lanka Navy took part in the 65th Independence Day celebrations held in the historic city of Trincomalee on 04th February 2013.

Sri Lanka Navy takes part in the 65th Independence Day celebrations


Her wrongful termination lawsuit regarding her being fired from the ``Desperate Housewife Series'' should go to trial.

Nicollette Sheridan's lawsuit goes to trial


Plymouth Argyle are set to sign American midfielder Anton Peterlin on a one-year deal, subject to a medical.

Plymouth Argyle to sign midfielder Anton Peterlin


After portraying the historical figure Mohammed Abdul Rahiman in Veeraputhran, actor Narain will next be seen playing a historical researcher in Hariharan-MT Vasudevan duo's Ezhaamathey Varavu.


London, July 4 Glamour girl Abbey Clancy has revealed she goes on holidays armed with at least 30 bikinis.

Abbey Clancy goes on holidays with 30 bikinis


Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine have found that vitamin D2 is equally as effective as vitamin D3 in maintaining 25-hydroxyvitamin D status.

Vitamin D2 is as effective as vitamin D3


A 40-year-old Elgin woman died late Sunday night after being struck by a vehicle as she crossed an Elgin street earlier in the evening, according to police.

Woman dies after being struck by vehicle in Elgin


Tremors were felt in Chennai, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram and several other cities across South India following the 8.9 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia.

Tremors felt in several cities across South India


Amazon is running a beta test of an online postage printing service for Marketplace sellers, according to Steve Weber's Selling Books blog.

Amazon.com tests online postage service for Marketplace sellers


Adult students urged to finish GED; changes due in 2014 Adults who've begun working toward their GED are being urged to finish up in 2013, before the test for a high school equivalency diploma changes and they have to start all over.


The Aussie fell against major currencies on Tuesday as Australia's economic performance deteriorates.

Aussie falls as economic performance deteriorates


Quatrro BPO Solutions, headed by Raman Roy, is ramping up its China operations.


Members of the Kansas City Chiefs dressed in suits and ties after practice Wednesday and boarded a series of buses to attend a memorial service for Jovan Belcher, their teammate who was involved in a murder-suicide over the weekend.

Members of Kansas City Chiefs attend memorial service for Jovan Belcher


The New York Post and RadarOnline are reporting that Sandra Bullock is officially preparing for divorce from her husband of five years, Jesse James.

Sandra Bullock officially prepares for divorce


Israeli writer David Grossman on Sunday won the peace prize of the German book trade for his efforts to reconcile his country with the Palestinians, the German Publishers and Booksellers Association said.


Toyota Motor said Tuesday its massive safety recall due to an accelerator pedal problem may spread to the Middle East, Africa and Latin America.

Toyota recall may spread to mideast, Africa, Latin America


The White House says that unlike some other countries the US is not recommending that American citizens leave Tokyo over radiation concerns.

Wh not recommending US citizens leave Tokyo


Hundreds of Syrians fled to Turkey to escape a military assault to quash a three-month uprising against President Bashar al-Assad.

Syrians flee toward Turkey to escape military assault


TRIMEDYNE, INC. today reported its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2010.

Trimedyne reports its financial results for the quarter ended


Four sheriff's deputies were hurt Sunday during a police chase that crossed through two counties.


Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Facebook that he is a new father, People magazine reports.

Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo announces he's a new dad


Leanne Mitchell Wins The Voice GB 2012 Team Tom HQ performance http://youtu.be/Pd2Pz9qmEYc such a amazing Voice singing this is a mans world

Leanne Mitchell Wins The Voice GB 2012 :


The city of Corning will take a ``fluoride timeout'' until after the Nov. 4 general election.


Huddle finished in 11th place in Friday's 5,000 meter final.


Some big news from the world of Rugby, England World Cup hero Jonny Wilkinson will join French club Toulon next season.

World Cup hero Jonny Wilkinson to join Toulon


NIGERIA international midfielder Dickson Etuhu says he will quit English Premier League club Fulham at season's end.


FINANCIAL literacy should be introduced as a compulsory high school subject to prevent young homeowners building up dangerous levels of debt, the head of Aussie Home Loans says.

Financial literacy 'must be introduced to schools'


Thessaloniki police are investigating the disappearance of a 59-year-old local businessman who has been missing since Friday night and is believed to be possibly the victim of abduction.

Thessaloniki police investigating disappearance of businessman


A Bronze Age settlement, dating back to 4 millennium BC, has been discovered on the border of Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh, director of Scientific Research Centre of Historical and Cultural Heritage Hakob Simonyan told Armenian News-NEWS.am on Saturday.

Bronze Age settlement discovered on border of Armenia and Karabakh


MILPITAS, Calif. SanDisk Corporation, a leading seller of MP3 players in the United States, today announced it has acquired MusicGremlin, a privately-held technology company that develops advanced digital content distribution technologies.


Wladimir Klitschko stopped French challenger Jean-Marc Mormeck in the fourth round of a one-sided fight to retain the WBA and IBF heavyweight titles Saturday night.

Wladimir Klitschko stops Jean-Marc Mormeck to retain WBA-IBF heavyweight titles


The Sugar Grove Senior Citizens met on April 12 in the social hall of St. Joseph Catholic Church with 26 members and two guests in attendance.


The government has confirmed that it has revised its plans to phase out tax relief on childcare vouchers.

Government revises plans for childcare vouchers


A Cartersville man was arrested and charged with felony counts of aggravated battery, burglary and armed robbery after he allegedly entered a Joe Frank Harris Parkway residence late Sunday without permission, took an undetermined amount of money, and fought with and stabbed residents according to a Bartow County Sheriff's Office report.

Cartersville man charged with aggravated battery, burglary, armed robbery


Teen bride and over-the-top tweeter Courtney Stodden turned 18 and has since received an array of porn offers.

Courtney Stodden turns 18, receives porn offers


A Somali men pleaded guilty on Friday to acts of piracy against a United States Navy ship which he believed was a merchant vessel, prosecutors said.

Somali man pleads guilty to acts of piracy against US Navy ship


Jim Parsons and Kristin Chenoweth broke the good news this morning that the screen-to-stage turn ``Once'' led the 2012 Tony Award nominations field with 11 nominations, The New York Times Reports.

'Once' leads up 2012 Tony Awards nominations


Brunei Darussalam is also offering graduate research scholarship in those areas for students from Asean member countries.


Office supply company Staples is proposing to acquire Corporate Express for 2.5 billion euros, or $3.67 billion.

Staples offers acquiring Corporate Express for 2.5 billion euros


US president Barack Obama has called for new stimulus measures to boost the struggling economy.


Portsmouth midfielder Richard Hughes insists he is ready for a return to the starting line-up after losing his place in the team through suspension.


Former St Kilda footballer Andrew Lovett has been committed to stand trial on rape charges.


VT Group PLC said Monday it has served its put option intention notice to exit from BVT Surface Fleet Ltd, the joint venture between BAE Systems PLC and VT Group.

VT Group serves notice to exit from BVT Surface Fleet Ltd


While Republican candidates are telling us that government is broken and the people need to fix it, Democrat candidates are telling us that the people are broken and need the government to fix it.

Which is broken, the government or the people?


An Oregon man got a surprise -- and some pain -- when he was stung by a scorpion during a commercial flight from Seattle to Anchorage, Alaska.

Man stung by scorpion on commercial flight


China has asked Japan for military assistance to rescue victims of the devastating earthquake.

China asks Japan for military assistance


Miss Indiana Katie Stam is crowned Miss America 2009 by Miss America 2008 Kirsten Haglund in Las Vegas on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009.

Miss Indiana Katie Stam crowned Miss America


A 28-year-old Napa man was arrested at about 8:15 am Thursday on suspicion of elder abuse and other violations after police officers were dispatched to the 200 block of South Harrison Avenue for a report of a family disturbance, Napa Police said.

Napa man arrested on suspicion of elder abuse


The World Heritage Centre was officially opened yesterday as part of the Somers Day celebrations.

World Heritage Centre is officially opened


An egg recall has been expanded to 380 million after hundreds of people became ill due to a salmonella outbreak.

Egg recall expanded after hundreds become ill


PG Tips, a tea brand from Unilever UK, is launching a new social media campaign to engage with its Facebook fans this summer.

PG Tips launches new social media campaign


By Amy Ellis The government said that it will ban the payment of referral fees in personal injury cases.


The man charged with secretly videotaping nude boys at north metro YMCAs has been arrested again by University of Minnesota Police.

Man charged with videotaping nude boys arrested again


Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam leader, Maulana Fazl-ur-Rahman says the elections will be held in the face of all odds.

Elections will be held in the face of all odds: