Ortonville Brandon's girls tennis team captured five of the eight flights to win its own quadrangular meet Saturday.

Ortonville Brandon girls tennis team wins own quadrangular meet


Former Real Madrid and Liverpool star Michael Owen has announced that he is still good enough to play at the highest level after being released by the management at Old Trafford in the summer.


Apple is reportedly going to sue Chinese company In Icons for producing a Steve Jobs action figure, complete with trademark black turtleneck and blue jeans.

Apple to sue Chinese company over Steve Jobs action figure


Here's what I just can't get enough of this week.


The Spanish Guardia Civil have found an ETA hide in Ezcaray in La Rioja, close to the Valdezcaray Ski Station.


A Buffalo man who was shot in the left leg remained in stable condition Sunday evening in Erie County Medical Center, according to police and hospital records.

Man shot in leg remains in stable condition


LILLE, France -French champion Lille has signed striker Nolan Roux from Brest on a 4 1/2-year deal.

Lille signs striker Nolan Roux from Brest


Iginla lifts Flames to 4-2 win over Canucks Jarome Iginla continued to have a hot hand, scoring the winning goal at 12:36 of the third period to lead the Calgary Flames to a 4-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday night.


Public confidence in Ireland's cancer care system was ``severely shaken'' by the breast cancer controversies, the interim director of the National Cancer Control Programme Tom Keane said in Galway this week.

Public confidence in cancer care system shaken by breast cancer controversies


A roadside bomb explosion kills an Iraqi civilian and injures four in Mosul, hours after twin blasts left 18 people killed in Baghdad.


A daring burglary in broad daylight ended in a high-speed chase and a car crash nearly 15 miles away.


Left-arm fast bowler Doug Bollinger has replaced Ben Hilfenhaus in Australia's Test squad for the upcoming tour of West Indies.


Barcelona captain Carles Puyol will have to go back to the knee surgery which will cause pause for three to four weeks for him, reported Blic.


Foxconn is now being seen as shifting its strategies to end its reliance on Apple, which has been a big customer for quite a while.

Foxconn shifting strategies to end reliance on Apple


State Bank of India said on Monday that it has become a signatory investor to the Carbon Disclosure Project, a global initiative for sustainable development.

SBI becomes signatory investor to carbon Disclosure Project


All flights to and from Greek airports will be canceled for 24 hours due to a general strike that will shut down public services, hospitals and schools and freeze transport across the country, authorities said Tuesday.

All flights to and from Greek airports to be canceled due to 24-hour strike


``We will not forget the regions,`` the Major General said.


Kyle Orton was named the Broncos starting quarterback for 2010 by coach Josh McDaniels on Saturday, clearing up

Kyle Orton named Denver Broncos starting quarterback


Irish-bred Cape Blanco won the Arlington Million on Saturday, surging to the lead at the head of the stretch to beat 2009 champion Gio Ponti by 2 1/2 lengths.


Electronics Arts CEO John Riccitiello, who presided over a rocky six-year period at the video game giant, is resigning from the Redwood City company, EA announced on Monday.

Electronic Arts CEO John Riccitiello resigns


The City of East Lansing has expanded its plastic recycling options, providing residents with the opportunity to recycle a wider variety of plastic at the curb and/or the City's two drop-off locations.

City expands plastic recycling options for residents


Christmas came a week early for about 80 Lake County children because Polson's Nancy Hausermann spent the last 1.5 months turning a cabin into Santa's workshop and filling it with toys for Lake County children in need.


The Whakatane woman struck by two cars on Monday is now in a stable condition in Whakatane Hospital.

Woman struck by two cars in stable condition


The AB Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam would like to advise the public that Airport Police will be conducting traffic and seatbelt enforcement, along Route 10-A, Tiyan, and other airport roadways.

Airport Police to conduct traffic and seatbelt enforcement


Brian McFadden has split up with fiancée Delta Goodrem after four years together.

Brian McFadden splits from Delta Goodrem


Former Boston Mayor Ray Flynn is endorsing Sen. Scott Brown in his re-election bid.


Matthews-based Family Dollar said Wednesday that sales and profits are up over last year, and announced plans to open as many as 500 new stores in the next 12 months as the retailer pursues aggressive expansion.


CHARLESTON, SC Charleston City Council has approved a cruise ship ordinance that opponents say doesn't do enough to regulate the number of cruises to and from the city.

Charleston approves cruise ship ordinance


IBM has introduced new enterprise content management software, IBM eDiscovery, for its clients to meet legal discovery requirements.

IBM introduces enterprise content management software


Edgen Murray Limited, a distributor of specialty steel products to the energy infrastructure market, withdrew its plans for an initial public offering on Tuesday because of poor market conditions.

Edgen Murray withdraws plans for public offering


Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed that it will close one of its two West Midland factories by the middle of the next decade.


TWO British soldiers serving in Afghanistan have died in separate incidents, the Ministry of Defence said today.


Phil Spector has stopped ex-wife Ronnie Spector from performing some of her biggest hits like Be My Baby and Baby I Love You in a new theatrical show that spans her career.

Phil Spector stops Ronnie Spector from performing


AP Writer The wife of televangelist Benny Hinn has filed for divorce from the high-profile pastor, whose reputation as an advocate of prosperity gospel has attracted millions of followers and criticism from lawmakers and watchdog groups over his lavish lifestyle.

Wife of televangelist Benny Hinn files for divorce


Rear seat car passengers face a high injury risk with the rear end crumple zone of several cars providing inadequate protection, a German crash test has found.

Rear seat passengers face high injury risk


Iconic Wellington men's fashion store Rixon Groove Shirt and Tie Makers celebrates 20 years retailing in Wellington this month.

Rixon Groove celebrating 20 years' retailing in Wellington


A Kuwaiti Health Ministry official said yesterday that Kuwait was committed to eradicate the HIV/AIDS, and called on the international community to do more to fight the epidemic even though ``significant'' progress has been achieved to save more lives.


Coquitlam Centre is looking for a teen blogger to blog about what they're shopping for.

Coquitlam Centre looking for a teen blogger


Yes, at long last, after bungling the war against the Hezbollers in Lebanon, the Israeli army is at last doing something we can all really be proud of!!

The Israeli army is at last doing something we can all really be proud of!!


Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt insisted that he never asked bowlers Mohammad Asif or Mohammad Amir to cheat during a Test match against England last year, a British court heard Friday during a trial for alleged spot-fixing.


Government has announced a floor price for sheanut purchases at GH¢ 32.00 per bag of 80kgs.

Government announces floor price for sheanut


Goundamani underwent a heart surgery in a private hospital in Chennai yesterday.


For some reason, Chris Brown recently received multiple death threats, and now, the Los Angeles Police Department are investigating.

Chris Brown receives multiple death threats


Occupy Little Rock protesters marched to City Hall on Monday afternoon in opposition of their impending eviction.


France midfielder Yann M'Vila insists he is ready to stay at Rennes for another season if no suitable offers arrive for his services.


Air conditioning, refrigeration and security company Ingersoll-Rand cut its third quarter outlook today.


Christina Aguilera says her son is her ``worst critic'' when it comes to her singing.

Christina Aguilera's son is her ``worst critic''


BlueScope Steel Ltd says it is planning a structural reorganisation that will combine its Australian and New Zealand businesses.

BlueScope plans structural reorganisation


Azerbaijan plans to boost oil shipments via Georgia this year thanks to a deal with Dragon Oil to pump its Turkmenistan-produced crude, Azeri state energy company SOCAR said on Thursday.

Azerbaijan to boost oil shipments via Georgia


- The Rev. Jesse Jackson is returning to Portland on Monday to discuss police shootings.

Rev. Jesse Jackson returning to Portland


AROUND 1,000 tyres were removed from loyalist Eleventh Night bonfires, by Ballymoney Council after negotiations with organisers.

1,000 tyres removed from loyalist bonfires


PHOTO/ AFP Three Sri Lankan soldiers were found shot dead after an argument between them in the Tamil-majority Jaffna peninsula, the army said on Friday.

Three Sri Lankan soldiers shot dead: army


Power shortfall has reached to 6,423MW due to shortage of oil and gas while prolonged loadshedding is continued in this hot summer.


Boston Bruins coach Claude Julien, who led the team to the highest point total in the Eastern Conference last season, agreed to a multi-year contract extension.

Boston Bruins sign head coach Claude Julien to contract extension


Geale has been stripped of the title he won by decisioning Felix Sturm last September.


Azerbaijan conducts preliminary work to build two highest complex automatic metrological stations in Europe on the top of Tufandag and Shahdag mountains as a constituent part of the Complex Hydro Meteorological and Ecological Scientific Research Center to be established in future, Azerbaijani Ecological and Natural Resources Minister Huseyn Bagirov said.

Azerbaijan to build highest automatic metrological station in Europe


Kris Allen has reportedly said that he thinks American Idol winner Lee DeWyze will be ``completely fine'' in his career.


Kippens had a great weekend of activities as it celebrated its 40th anniversary of incorporation.


CAMPAIGNERS fighting plans for an incinerator in Cardiff claim Wales' public services watchdog has uncovered flaws in the council's public consultation.


RLI Corp. reported third quarter 2008 operating earnings of $24.3 million, versus $59.1 million for the comparable period last year.


A former Bristol, Tenn., physical therapist's Tennessee license has been suspended due to findings of alleged sexual, ethical misconduct and substandard patient care.

Former Bristol, Tenn., physical therapist suspended for sexual, ethical misconduct


SAN JOSE, Calif. San Jose police are investigating the stabbing death of a man Thursday.

San Jose police investigate stabbing death


A university student has been sentenced to four years in prison for an Avila Beach crash that killed two of his friends.

University student sentenced for Avila Beach crash


An Akron man was shot three times as he exited a deli Tuesday morning, police said.


The clock is ticking on oil companies operating offshore Newfoundland and Labrador to tell the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board their plans for search and rescue services.

Clock ticking for companies operating offshore Newfoundland


Matthew Morrison thinks his Glee salary should be increased because his hair is ``like another character''.

Matthew Morrison thinks his Glee salary should be increased.


India's Sania Mirza was knocked out of the French Open after a 6-4, 7-6 defeat to Kazakhstan's Galina Voskoboeva in a rain-hit first-round match on Tuesday.


Services group Connaught is trading in line with expectations and has announced a major contract win.


Iran marked the 31st anniversary of the Iran-Iraq war Thursday by displaying its military achievements.


Shane Warne has burnt his bowling hand ahead of his big bash debut for the Melbourne Stars against Sydney Thunder on Saturday night at the MCG.


``Latvia is ready for cooperation with Kazakhstan to develop transit routes from Asia to Europe and backward,'' visiting Foreign Ministry Secretary of State Andris Teikmanis told today after the talks with Kazakh Foreign Affairs Minister Yerzhan Kazykhanov.

Latvia ready for cooperation with Kazakhstan to develop transit routes from Asia to Europe and backward, Andris Teikmanis


Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC, a global power systems company, said Wednesday that it has won a $1 billion order from Singapore Airlines Ltd, to supply Trent 700 engines to power 15 Airbus A330 aircraft, along with TotalCare services support.

Rolls-Royce wins $1 billion order from Singapore Airlines


A Washington County District Court judge on Wednesday ruled that there was sufficient probable cause to maintain charges against a New York man who briefly escaped from Hagerstown police while he was being held last month on an armed robbery charge.

Judge rules sufficient probable cause to maintain charges against New York man


The state is expected to make changes within Metro schools because the district has fallen behind in its requirements related to the No Child Left Behind law.

State to make changes within Metro schools


Microsoft founder and mentor Bill Gates met Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh and discussed the level of cooperation between his Foundation and the Health Ministry.


That's certainly the case with Rhys Williams as he heads for the London Olympics declaring: ``I am not going there just to make up the numbers.''


Actor Goga Kapoor one of the most popular villains of Bollywood passed away on Thursday morning.


The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, which expressed concern over the low broadband penetration in India, today issued a consultation paper on 'National Broadband Plan''.

TRAI concerned about low broadband penetration


Millennium Pharmacy Systems, a leading provider of pharmacy services to the long-term care industry, today announced that the Armed Forces Retirement Home selected Millennium as its pharmacy service provider.

Armed Forces retirement Home selects Millennium's pharmacy services


The Bharat Sevashram Sangha of North America, Chicago will celebrate Guru Purnima in Aurora on Friday, July 18 at 6 pm dedicating its new Ashram to the community.

Bharat Sevashram Sangha to celebrate Guru Purnima


NORTHFIELD, Ill. A spokesman says Kraft Foods is slated to announce layoffs in its North American operations, a cost-cutting move that could result in the loss of several hundred jobs.


Television Writer 5 minutes ago David Letterman kept up his verbal assault on John McCain, commiserating with Paris Hilton and saying he felt like an ``ugly date'' because the GOP presidential candidate backed out of an appearance on the ``Late Show.''

David Letterman keeps up verbal assault on McCain


Phillips-Van Heusen Corp. said it will buy Tommy Hilfiger brand for about $3 billion to boost its international segment, according to a Reuters report.

Phillips-Van Heusen said it will buy Hilfiger brand for $3 billion (pvh)


New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz, who will become a restricted free agent after the end of this season, has hoped to get a new contract before the season ends.

New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz hoping to get new contract before season ends --


Friendly bacteria in the gut may protect against insulin-dependent diabetes, a study suggests.


ITF has set its priorities for 2012 as developing technologies for unconventional reservoir characterisation; unconventional tight gas productivity stimulation; subsea power; subsea produced water separation clean up for re-injection or disposal direct to the ocean; and nanotechnology for maximising recovery.


A Millville man is hospitalized in critical condition after he was shot in the chest Thursday night, according to police.

Millville man hospitalized after shooting


Elif Anil, 26, told the Old Bailey that her family's ``hearts will remain shallow for the rest of our lives'' after the death of her brother Evren, 23, last August.

``Our hearts will remain shallow for the rest of our lives''


― An Anne Arundel County fire spokesman says a truck driver died when a granite slab fell on him while he was unloading the stone.

Truck driver dies when granite slab falls on him


Two brothers are arrested on drug charges, after a 911 call involving a gun.


Leadtail, the world's first online advertising search engine, announced its selections for the Best Search Engine Marketing Services for Small Business.

Leadtail announces the best search engine marketing services for small business


Clooney and Roberts filed the joint lawsuit against Digital Projection Inc. of Georgia and Beyond Audio of Canada on Friday.

George Clooney and Julia Roberts file joint lawsuit


Consumers repaid a record level of unsecured loans and credit card debt during October as they continued to focus on improving their finances in the face of the recession, figures suggest.


The US Department of Commerce said in late January that Nha Trang Seafoods Joint Stock Company did not dump tra fish on the US market between August 1, 2008 and July 31, 2009.

Nha Trang Seafoods not dumping tra fish on US market


Baby products retailer Mothercare said it trimmed half-year losses today after its new ``value'' range proved a hit with customers.

Mothercare trim losses as 'value' range hit with customers


MILWAUKEE Pilgrim's Pride Corp. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday, hurt like other meat producers by volatile feed prices and slumping demand but also hobbled by an unmanageable debt load.

Pilgrim's Pride files for bankruptcy protection


More suspects sought in NYC beating of Mass. man New York City police are looking for more suspects in connection with the brutal beating of a Massachusetts man.


Immigration Minister Jason Kenney is defending cuts to refugees' health benefits, suggesting it's only fair to match their health care to what modest-income Canadian citizens are able to access.

Kenney defends cuts to refugee health benefits


Denel is overloaded with debt and is not generating enough gross profit to secure its survival, the National Treasury says in its Estimates of National Expenditure for the Department of Public Enterprises.


Radio presenter Tony Fenton has been declared bankrupt at the High Court over his failure to pay tax debts of almost €880,000.


Marathon Oil Corp has expanded into the African market with an exploration deal in Kenya via the acquisition of interests in two onshore exploration blocks licensed to Africa Oil Corp.

Marathon Oil expands with exploration deal in Kenya


SHOCKED Gary Brabin is still waiting for official confirmation of his sacking by Cambridge United.

Brabin waiting for official confirmation over sacking


``Today was probably one of the best matches that I've played throughout the tournament,'' said Clijsters, who advanced to her fourth US Open final.


US President Barack Obama will meet Afghan President Hamid Karzai in Chicago Sunday, as he launches a NATO summit that will mark a ``critical milestone'' in ending the war, a top official said.


The Nigerian ``sports industry needs a complete overhaul'' despite an impressive performance in the Commonwealth Games at New Delhi, the country's sports minister said.


Sprott Power Corp., an owner, operator and developer of renewable energy projects, in conjunction with its partner, Firelight Infrastructure Partners LP, is pleased to announce the substantial completion of its Amherst wind power project in Cumberland County, Nova Scotia.

Sprott Power Corp. announces substantial completion of the Amherst project


Bosnian woman helped make rape a war crime There were days when she prayed for a bullet to end her suffering.


Gene Chenault, who with storied programmer Bill Drake headed Drake-Chenault Enterprises, died Tuesday at age 90, LARadio reports.


Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on Wednesday that an investigation committee would visit the United Kingdom within two or three days to probe passport scandal.

Investigation committee to visit uk to probe passport scandal


Indonesia issued a red alert on Sunday after the volcano erupted, spewing smoke and ash 1,500 metres into the air and forcing the evacuation of thousands of people.

Indonesia issues red alert as volcano erupts


An illegal multi-storey building constructed on the land of Amanishah nullah here was demolished today by using a controlled detonation technique.


AP ABC says Dominic Monaghan is joining the cast of its upcoming sci-fi drama, ``FlashForward.''

Dominic Monaghan joining cast of 'FlashForward'


Hollywood superstar Colin Firth has signed up to star as legendary actor-director Noel Coward in the upcoming drama film 'Mad Dogs and Englishmen'.

Colin Firth to star in ``Mad Dogs and Englishmen''


An American Airlines flight has made a safe emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport after the crew reported the smell of smoke aboard the aircraft.

American Airlines flight makes emergency landing


A Rome man was arrested and charged with felony deposit account fraud over the weekend, according to Floyd County Jail reports.

Man charged with felony deposit account fraud


Toyota Motor Corp said on Thursday it aims to boost worldwide sales of its Lexus luxury cars by about a quarter to 500,000-510,000 vehicles this year, bringing them back to levels before the global financial crisis hammered demand.

Toyota aims to boost worldwide sales of Lexus


CINCINNATI Somehow, the Bengals offense keeps getting uglier.


BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Meryl Streep won the Golden Globe for best musical or comedy actress as chef Julia Child in ``Julie & Julia'' on Sunday, while supporting honors went to Mo'Nique for ``Precious'' and Christoph Waltz for ``Inglourious Basterds.''

Meryl Streep wins Golden Globe for 'Julie & Julia'


Daryl Hannah was arrested outside the White House today while protesting against Keystone XL, the planned oil pipeline that would run from Canada to Texas.

Daryl Hannah arrested outside the White House


A restaurant manager was shot to death allegedly by an angered customerIt happened in the parking lot of the Chili's restaurant on the North Sam Houston Parkway and Wilson in northeast Harris County.


The Rumor mill is churning with the news that Killswitch Engage singer Howard Jones has left the band's current tour.

Killswitch Engage singer Howard Jones leaves tour


President Barack Obama urged US banks Saturday to unfreeze credit for small businesses, calling them 'the engine' of the country's economy.

Obama urges banks to unfreeze credit for small businesses


Florence County sheriff's deputies say a Timmonsville man has been arrested in the shooting death of a man following an argument.

Timmonsville man arrested in shooting death


Digital Playground contract star Riley Steele on Thursday afternoon said she has not quit the industry, but that her video message that was posted on Wednesday night in which she said she was done was a joke.


A 30-year-old woman collapsed and died while running in the London Marathon on Sunday.

Woman collapses and dies while running London Marathon


EU funding has helped realise a scientific first; using a technique known as non-contact atomic force microscopy, scientists have successfully been able to differentiate the chemical bonds in individual molecules.

Scientists have successfully been able to differentiate the chemical bonds in individual molecules


There is an interesting claim in last week's Pattaya Mail, saying that ``Pattaya is 15 meters above sea level'' and ``which is why the Eastern Seaboard does not suffer from catastrophic flooding.''


Comedy Central says Jon Stewart will take a break from The Daily Show starting in June to direct and produce his first feature film.

Jon Stewart taking break from Daily Show


Concur has acquired privately-held conTgo, a cloud-based mobile communications and messaging platform for the global travel industry.


Gillian Anderson has split from her boyfriend of six years.


Liberal National Party leader Campbell Newman has confirmed he will release his election costings tomorrow, two days before Queenslanders head to the polls.


It had been decided that we would call the evening ``Who needs Tuscany and Piedmont,'' as we would limit ourselves to Italian wines, but only ones made outside of those two regions.


A power pole fire knocked out electricity for 2,472 Pacific Power customers in Klamath Falls starting around 7:20 am Monday.


A Kennewick man was shot in the leg early Sunday morning in a possible gang-related incident.


Zamfara State Commissioner of Police, Alhaji Mohammed Tambari Yabo has said three armed robbers and one policeman were killed in a gun battle between his men and the men of the underworld at Asarara Village in Shinkafi Local Government Area of the state.

Three robbers, one policeman killed in gun battle


The new FTC rule eliminating upfront fees has made it easier for individuals who want to resolve their debt issues, get the assistance they need more easily.


The Norwegian Dawn cruise ship temporarily lost power off the coast of Puerto Rico and was heading to the island for maintenance.

Norwegian cruise ship temporarily loses power


The US Supreme Court has ruled against the estate of Anna Nicole Smith in its fight to capture some of the $1.6 billion estate left behind by her late Texas billionaire husband.

Supreme court rules against Anna Nicole Smith's estate


Earlier last week in federal court, a 57-year-old Winona man was sentenced for sending and possessing child pornography.

Winona man sentenced for sending, possessing child pornography


Jarkko Ruutu said that he didn't bite Andrew Peters in an altercation on Tuesday.


Online hunting gear retailer Everything For Hunting is now giving away free gift certificate codes to anyone who visits their website.

Hunting gear retailer Everything For hunting giving away free gift certificates


Workplace laws return as election issue Updated: 21:53, Sunday February 10, 2013 Federal Labor will try to turn around its horror start to the year by reigniting the debate on workplace relations law.


Swiss power and automation technology group ABB has won a $70 million order from Transport for London, the body responsible for the city's public transport, to build a new bulk supply point substation to power the London underground rail system.

ABB to build bulk supply point substation for London underground rail system


Rogers Media announced Saturday at the Television Critics Association tour that it will launch FX Canada on Nov. 1.


Auditor General Jack Wagner said today that Pennsylvania could save $50 million in fiscal year 2011-12 and $350 million over four years if Gov. Corbett and the General Assembly better utilize existing alternative-sentencing programs and implement other reforms as a way to curb Pennsylvania's unsustainable increases in prison costs.


A house collapsed after a two-alarm fire early Thursday morning in New Haven.


AP Jun 19, 2012 00:27:00 AM Aaron Hill became the fifth player in Arizona Diamondbacks history to hit for the cycle after homering in the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners on Monday night.

Aaron Hill becomes fifth player in Arizona Diamondbacks' history to hit for the cycle


Researchers writing in the new open access online journal eLife say that a little stress can actually be good for you.


South Korea should prepare for reunification with North Korea, the minister for cross-border relations said Tuesday, calling Pyongyang's shelling attack the ``worst choice'' the North had ever made.

S.Korea should prepare for reunification: minister


MUIRFIELD, Scotland The course at Muirfield will be lengthened by 158 yards for this year's British Open.

Muirfield lengthened for this year's British Open


India's wholesale price inflation could come down to 5-6 percent by December, but price pressures may prompt the central bank to resort to tightening through unpredictable moves, a top official said on Tuesday.


A UCLA graduate student has asked ``50/50'' star Joseph Gordon-Levitt on a date through a YouTube video, which has gained more than 130,000 views in two days.

UCLA graduate student asks Joseph Gordon-Levitt on a date via YouTube


As had been widely expected for several days, Italian automaker Fiat has increased its ownership stake in Chrysler Group from 25 to 30 percent.

Fiat increases ownership of Chrysler Group to 30 percent


Northern Ireland teenager Rory McIlroy held his nerve to win a first professional title at the Dubai Desert Classic by one stroke from Englishman Justin Rose.


Wacker Neuson celebrated the opening of the new compact equipment factory in the Upper Austrian city of Hörsching for a total of four days.

Wacker Neuson celebrates opening of new compact equipment factory


The Dalai Lama was discharged Monday from the hospital where he has been undergoing tests for abdominal discomfort, the Tibetan spiritual leader's spokesman said.


A former Morgan Township basketball coach has admitted taking donations for a cancer fund and using them for his personal purposes.


MLS leading scorer Henry will miss the next month with a hamstring strain, stretching a thin Red Bulls attack.

Thierry Henry to miss a month with a hamstring strain


Amanda Bynes has reportedly been dropped by her management team.


A rare reptile species called Tokay Gecko, rescued by Manipur police from a gang of poachers in Thoubal district on last July 25 was released at the Keibul Lamjao National Park in Bishnupur district Manipur Sunday.

Tokay Gecko rescued and released at Keibul Lamjao National Park


An alternate energy company in Stonewall has received a top honor from the Department of Defense.


Fred Willard, also known as the best part of multiple Christopher Guest movies, was arrested for lewd conduct when vice police caught him with his penis out in an adult theater.

Fred Willard arrested for lewd conduct at an adult theater


Two female petitioners from Fuping County, Shaanxi Province, were humiliated at a public rally which was televised live on March 5, in front of a crowd of nearly ten thousand people.


Benito Mussolini, the fascist dictator, had 14 lovers at the same time, the diaries of his long-term mistress reveal.


The state has just set the new ``common level ratio'' for Bucks and Montgomery counties, leaving property owners in Bucks with a little more than a week to fill out and file assessment appeals.


A group of year 12 students visited Grand Cayman on Thursday 24 January 2008 as part of their Religious Education and Hospitality curricula.

Group of year 12 students visit Grand Cayman


TOKYO Hollywood actor Brad Pitt said on Wednesday he was thrilled by the raft of Academy Award nominations for ``The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,'' which include his own first nomination for the best actor award.

Brad Pitt ``thrilled'' by Oscar nominations


The Pincus Elevator Company, one of the leading elevator companies in PA, is now providing first-class maintenance and repair services to elevators.

The Pincus elevator Company now provides maintenance and repair services to elevators


PhotoZone has reviewed the Panasonic DMC-G1 and you can check out their analysis here.


BC-Military Jet-Crash, 4th Ld,0439 Congressional aide says crashed jet lost power Eds:


Gold fell to below $800 an ounce for the first time since December 2007 while aluminium prices hit their lowest in some six months.


A man's body has been recovered from a river today and the incident referred to the police watchdog, a force said.


Two global credit rating agencies said Monday that top South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Co. will continue to expand its share of the global car market, reports Yonhap news agency.

Hyundai Motor will continue to expand shares of global market:


The Palestinian government press office announced today that Palestinian Prime Minister Dr. Salam Fayyad was admitted a hospital in the US for an angioplasty operation.

Palestinian pm Salam Fayyad admitted to hospital


EEL Creek may be just one example of the bridges and other river crossings that are just too far gone in our region.


LM Wind Power will lay off about 150 workers at its Grand Forks manufacturing facility, the company announced today.

LM Wind Power to lay off 150 workers at Grand Forks facility


Pop Tarts has learned that Prejean has been in talks with Trump over the past few weeks to star in the third installment of his hit NBC show ``Celebrity Apprentice.''

Carrie Prejean in talks with donald Trump to star in 'Celebrity Apprentice'


The world-renowned African Children's Choir will perform at Gene & Shelley Enlow Recital Hall at Kean University on Sunday, Dec. 2 at 3 pm Known for their performances on ``American Idol'' and ``Good Morning America'' as well as collaborations with Josh Groban and Wyclef Jean, African Children's Choir acts as the ambassador for Africa's most vulnerable children.

African children's Choir to perform at Enlow Recital Hall


An Arab aid convoy will head for Gaza Strip in August according to a decision by the inter-Arab parliament on Monday, the official MENA news agency reported.

Arab aid convoy to head for Gaza in August


New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker, right, said he regrets comments made in reference to foot-fetish reports involving New York Jets coach Rex Ryan.


Rains accompanied by thunders will fall in some parts of the country on Sunday.

It will rain in some parts of the country on Sunday


The Sultan of Kelantan, Sultan Muhammad V, wants more infrastructure such as roads be built for the Kelantanese people in hopes that such facilities would rev up the state's economic growth.

Sultan of Kelantan wants more infrastructure built for the people


The march to state kicked off Monday, with two of five county teams advancing on to play in the second round of sub-state.


A 21-year-old Ottawa man has pleaded guilty to taking part in 12 bank robberies between May and August, 2009.


Congressman Adam Kinzinger, who beat his friend Don Manzullo for the newly remapped 16th Congressional district, said today that he will aggressively support manufacturing.

Congressman Kinzinger supports manufacturing


Calgary Flames centre Brett Sutter was arrested early Thursday and charged with assault in Scottsdale, Arizona after a bar brawl.

Calgary Flames centre Brett Sutter charged with assault


A 36 year-old Toms River man was sliced in his face with a knife at a Seaside Heights bar early Saturday, police said.

Toms River man sliced in face at Seaside Heights bar


Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley have reached a new milestone by creating the world's smallest semiconductor laser.

Researchers create world's smallest semiconductor laser


The Sugar Industry tribunal has ordered that the Labasa stop crushing on the 19th of this month.


Burnley have confirmed that caretaker manager Terry Pashley will remain in charge for Saturday trip to Cardiff.


How Alamance County lawmakers in the North Carolina General Assembly voted for the week ending on May 28.


A 24-year-old man suffered wounds from shotgun pellets Tuesday afternoon on a West Side street, Chicago police said.


This year, though, water is still in short supply, irrigators are taking a more measured approach to the water trade.

Irrigators take a more measured approach to water


Hillsborough transportation officials will hold an emergency meeting today to determine the fate of electric cart companies whose cheap rides around downtown made them popular with riders, businesses and boosters.

Hillsborough transportation officials to hold emergency meeting on electric cart companies


Six-fight UFC veteran Diego Nunes has signed a deal with Bellator MMA and will likely make his organizational debut later this year.

Featherweight Diego Nunes signs with Bellator MMA


US folk rock legend Bob Dylan is releasing the 35th studio album in his 50-year recording career on September 11, Columbia Records announced Tuesday.


8 eyed in NY corruption probe, feds say Prosecutors say they're actively investigating eight of the nine unidentified people who were secretly recorded by a former New York state senator embroiled in a corruption scandal.


Mortgage lenders are ``killing'' the property market by imposing high loan-to-value levels on their products, argues MoneyExtra.com.


Comments China is going after Internet phone services such as Skype in a move to protect the country's state-owned telephone companies, causing alarm among consumers who rely on cheap Internet calls.

China to go after Internet phone services


A Congolese jetliner with about 80 people aboard crashed on takeoff yesterday, careening off a runway into a busy neighbourhood and bursting into flames.


Triple gold medal Olympic athlete Usain Bolt made a triumphant return to Jamaica on Monday as thousands of people gathered to welcome him home.

Triple gold medal Olympic athlete Usain Bolt made a triumphant return to Jamaica.


Widmark died at his home in Roxbury, Connecticut on Monday aged 93, his wife Susan Blanchard told The New York Times.


A man accused of threatening a New Brunswick principal for banning the singing of O Canada at his school has appeared in court.


UK freshman Daniel Orton plans to test the NBA waters after one year at Kentucky, his father told multiple sources.


Conan O'Brien has reportedly turned down an offer to host this year's Tony Awards, set to take place on June 13 in New York City.

Conan O'Brien turns down offer to host Tony Awards


Students here on Tuesday protested against charging of full fares by private public transporters from them and urged the government to run its buses to facilitate them or direct public transporters to give 70 per cent concession on fares.

Students protest against charging of full fares


THERE is now just one month to go until the legendary Creamfields festival returns to Daresbury.

Just one month to go until Creamfields festival in Daresbury


PRIVATE sector growth in Scotland slowed in May, but the country did manage to continue its run of increases for a 17th straight month.

Private sector growth in Scotland slows down


Public sector lender Bank of India today said it will rename its Indonesian arm, Bank of Swadesi, as Bank of India Indonesia.

Bank of India to rename its Indonesian arm


Leonardo DiCaprio was granted a three-year restraining order from a woman who he said claims to be his wife and carrying his baby during a brief hearing Friday.

Leonardo DiCaprio granted restraining order


The whistle-blowing website WikiLeaks may have blood on its hands, the Pentagon said on Thursday, warning its unprecedented leak of secret US military files could cost lives and damage trust of allies.


MORE than two dozen schoolies have been arrested and more than 50 given liquor infringement notices on the Gold Coast.


Atlanta's Lil' Scrappy, famous for his crunk anthems with Lil' Jon, was hospitalized Tuesday after a severe asthma attack.

Lil Scrappy hospitalized after severe asthma attack


Teenager Ryo Ishikawa won his eighth career title on Japan's professional tour with a playoff win at the Fujisankei Classic tournament on Sunday.

Golf-japanese teenager Ishikawa wins eighth career title


A new study published in Nature Geoscience journal has shown that earthquakes can turn water into gold when there is intense pressure that vaporizes the water.


PHILADELPHIA Kinnani Barrett scored 15 points and made three clutch free throws in the last 28 seconds as La Salle held off Bucknell 68-65 Tuesday night.


Airbus plans to deliver almost 100 aircraft in China next year, following a better-than-expected 2009 in the rapidly growing Chinese market.

Airbus to deliver 100 aircraft in China next year


Sports presenter Clare Balding fears she will be judged on her appearance as she ``glams up'' to host a new Saturday night BBC1 show.

Clare Balding fears being judged for appearance on new show


The New York Red Bulls signed veteran Estonia midfielder Joel Lindpere on Friday, pending receipt of his international transfer certificate.

Red Bulls sign estonian midfielder Joel Lindpere


With funding from the Research Council of Norway's NORKLIMA Programme, he and his research colleagues have studied as many radiative forcing components as possible simultaneously.

Studies of radiative forcing components:


Packaging maker Amcor Ltd will expand its flexible packaging business with the $238 million acquisition of Aperio Group.

Amcor expands flexible packaging business


Former Mariners pitcher Randy Johnson is retiring after 22 seasons in the majors.


A body pulled from the Mississippi River near Crystal City this evening has been identified as Edward Hayes, 38, of Hillsboro, the Missouri State Water Patrol said.

Body pulled from the Mississippi near Crystal City


Rowdy Rathore, a rage at box office since its release on June 1, has now entered the Rs. 100 crore club.

Box office: 'Rowdy Rathore' enters 100 crore club


Sen. Edward M. Kennedy was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor in what could be the grim final chapter in a life marked by exhilarating triumph and shattering tragedy.

Ted Kennedy diagnosed with cancerous brain tumor


A faulty sprinkler system belonging to Ontario's Hydro One utility is to blame for a power blackout that left a quarter of a million people in Toronto without electricity and heat on one of the coldest nights of the year.


The Buffalo Bills released some comments from defensive tackle Marcell Dareus, who returned to Orchard Park today.

Bills release comments from Marcell Dareus


Eight guns were seized during a weapons check in Santa Barbara County last week.


Colombian cyclist Mauricio Soler has abandoned the Tour of Italy during its 16th stage.


The Rangers have added right-hander Guillermo Moscoso to the roster and sent reliever Willie Eyre to Oklahoma City.


Vitali Klitschko of Ukraine stopped Manuel Charr of Germany in the fourth round to retain his WBC world heavyweight title Saturday night.


AJ Styles has signed a ``global book deal'' with VIP Ink Publishing to release an autobiography.

AJ Styles signs deal to release autobiography


s-era movie pianist Art Ferrante has died at his Florida home at the age of 88.


Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Jamil Khir Baharom says the mufti's post will be upgraded to be similar to state exco members and muftis will receive similar benefits.

Mufti's post to be upgraded to be similar to exco members


Hostess Brands, maker of Twinkies, Ho Hos and Ding Dongs snack cakes, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection today.


RBS is set to cut 3,500 jobs nationwide and to shut down a dozen processing offices in the wake of the recent branch sell-off.


Martina Navratilova was released from the hospital Sunday, three days after her fluid-filled lungs forced her to abandon her attempt to climb Africa's highest mountain.


Five people were killed and eight others injured in separate incidents in different areas of the city on Sunday.

Five killed, eight injured in separate incidents


Today's celebrity pictures include Warhorse's Jeremy Irvine and Alice Eve announcing the BAFTA 2013 nominees ahead of the ceremony on February 10 in Central London.


WPP Group today said it has entered the corporate trading sector by way of a new company called the Midas Exchange, a unit of its GroupM operation.


A former Mason County principal accused of assaulting a student has been indicted on a child abuse charge.

Principal indicted on child abuse charges


A 25-year-old McLaurin man has been charged with murder in connection to his girlfriend's disappearance.

McLaurin man charged with murder in girlfriend's disappearance


The original Mikuni Restaurant in Fair Oaks reopens again to the public on Wednesday, just over two months after a fire shuttered the place.


Mozambique is appealing for 15 million US dollars in humanitarian aid of flood victims in southern parts of the country.

Mozambique appeals for humanitarian aid to flood victims


NRCC Chairman Tom Cole held a conference call today with reporters to discuss the current situation in Washington and the election.

National republican congressional committee holds conference call


A young driver accused of playing games shortly before a crash has been cleared of dangerous driving.


Mehra, who has given us some popular films like Professor, Mujrim, Sohni Mahiwal, Qila, Chamatkar, Ram Jaane and Aashiq Aawara died of a cardiac failure at a Mumbai hospital.


Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. announced which of the 30 underperforming stores it will close, and none are in the Bay area.


Cellcom Israel Ltd. announced today the dismissal of a purported class action lawsuit filed in March 2009 against the Company, in the District Court of Central Region, by a plaintiff alleging to be the Company's subscriber, in connection with allegations that the Company unlawfully sent its subscribers commercial messages.

Cellcom Israel Ltd. announces dismissal of a purported class action


Celtics guard Terrence Williams was arrested Sunday after allegedly making threats to the mother of his child while brandishing a gun, police said.


``The Army is not the answer. The defence forces have a very specific role. Using the Army against our own people is unacceptable. It will set a bad precedent,'' the veteran leader told a 'meet-the-press' programme organised by the Kesari Memorial Journalists Trust here on Friday.


The first virtual organism has been created by a computer, and features a microbe that causes sexually transmitted infections.


Russia will sharply boost oil supply to China, making Beijing its top customer, in a package of deals to be signed this week, industry sources said on Wednesday.

Russia to sharply boost oil supply to China


RV) Over 200 Eritrean asylum seekers abandoned without documents in Libya have launched a desperate plea for help from the international community.

Eritrean asylum seekers launch plea for help


It has been reported that Merck Sharp & Dohme, a unit of Merck & Co, will be pledging guilty to one count of misbranding Vioxx with a penalty of $321.6 million criminal fine as well as $628.3 million in order to settle civil claims regarding the sale of Vioxx for unapproved uses along with fake statements about its cardiovascular safety.


Various items were stolen from several vehicles on Aug. 8.


West Brom defender Carl Hoefkens expects to leave the club if the Baggies are relegated from the Premier League.


League sources told the Post-Dispatch late Wednesday that the St. Louis Rams are strongly considering placing the lowest tender offer possible, the right of first refusal tender on free safety OJ Atogwe.

(Rams) Rams strongly considering placing a low tender on fs OJ Atogwe?


A British soldier has shot dead a civilian who failed to stop his motorbike as it approached a patrol in southern Afghanistan, the MoD said.


A man reported missing in Hickory nearly two weeks ago was found dead in Burke County Thursday morning.

Man reported missing from Hickory found dead in Burke County


It's become an all too familiar story with our warm winter weather; thin ice creating dangerous conditions for ice fisherman.

Thin ice creating dangerous conditions for ice fisherman


Mohamed Morsi, Egypt's Islamist president, has called a referendum for December 15 on a draft constitution intended to serve as the blueprint for a new political order following last year's uprising against Hosni Mubarak.


A Hickory Valley Road resident wrestled a gun away from two home invaders early Tuesday morning.

Resident wrestles gun from home invaders


Toyota will soon start hiring 800 new workers for a second shift at its assembly plant in Woodstock, Ont.


A man shot in the leg by police on the Gold Coast has been charged with several offences, including seriously assaulting police.

Man shot by police in Gold Coast charged


But in a 15-minute phone chat with the Daily Telegraph, Justin Bieber proudly revealed, ``I just finished high school.


By Michael Purton '' DARREN Ambrose believes he is starting to fulfil his potential at Crystal Palace after netting his fourth goal in four games on Saturday.

Ambrose starting to fulfil potential at Palace


For 30 seconds beginning Wednesday at 12 pm, ``this is a test'' will be broadcast on radio, TV and cable stations, satellite radio and television services, and wireline video service providers across the country.


Telecom Namibia has donated more than US$5,500 to flood victims in the north of the country.

Telecom Namibia donates to flood victims


A youth has drowned to death while attending nature's call in Laukahi, Sunsari, Tuesday morning.

Youth drowns to death while attending nature's call


Big-voiced RandB diva Vesta Williams, perhaps best-known for her 1980s hits Don't Blow A Good Thing and Congratulations, has been found dead of a possible drug overdose in a Southern California hotel room, coroner's investigators said Friday.


R+B star R. KELLY has denied having a weakness for underage girls, insisting the allegations were part of a smear campaign by enemies who are out to destroy him.

Kelly denies weakness for underage girls


Pharmaceutical product Development is raising its dividend 20 percent, to 60 cents from 50 cents a share, the contract research organization and development company said Tuesday.

Pharmaceutical product development raises dividend 20 percent


Actor Shilpa Shetty said dying reality star Jade Goody was a ``catalyst and architect'' of her fame in Britain.


German retail sales fell for a second month in March, adding to signs that Europe's largest economy is struggling to recover.

German retail sales fall for second month as economy struggles


Greek riot police on Tuesday had to use tear gas against a group of protestors in downtown Athens, APA reports quoting RIA Novosti.

Police use tear gas against protestors in Athens


One man was critically injured in a motorcycle crash at the corner of First Street and Sycamore Avenue in Moundsville early Friday.


Apple has filed a patent application on wireless charging technology using magnetic resonance.

Apple files patent application for wireless charging


SOCCEROOS legend Mark Bosnich takes a look at the possible tactics to be employed by Sydney FC and Brisbane Roar in their must win A-League clash.


Niels Albert has been made an honorary citizen of the Belgian town of Koksijde, following his victory in last month's World cyclocross championships.

Niels Albert made an honorary citizen of Koksijde


Avocet Mining has entered into an agreement to sell all its South East Asian assets in a move to focus on West Africa.

Avocet Mining enters into an agreement to sell South East Asian assets


India said the telecommunications regulator has recommended scrapping 38 airwave permits held by companies including Aircel Ltd., Dishnet Wireless Ltd., Etisalat DB Telecom Pvt. and Unitech Wireless Pvt.

India says regulator recommends scrapping 38 permits


But we do have a good match 22 and the Griquas players help create more depth in certain positions.


An Elizabeth City, NC man pleaded guilty to two counts of manufacturing child pornography and faces sentencing in February.

Elizabeth City man pleads guilty to manufacturing child pornography


Delta Petroleum Corporation, an independent energy exploration and development company, today provided the following update regarding the previously announced Tracinda Corporation investment transaction:

Delta Petroleum Corporation provides update on the Tracinda Corporation investment transaction


Coolio pleaded not guilty to felony drugs charges on Friday stemming from his arrest at LAX in March.

Coolio pleads not guilty to drugs charge


Police are investigating the report of a rape at North Idaho College in which the assailant allegedly dressed as a woman and waited in a bathroom for the victim to arrive.

Police investigating reported rape at North Idaho College


The Harris County jail is dealing with overcrowding and now Houston officers are limiting their arrests, KPRC Local 2 reported.

Harris County jail dealing with overcrowding


A man, stated to be mentally disturbed, was run over by a train in the area of Mamoon Kanjun while a woman was allegedly killed by her father the other day, police said.


Arsenal fans may need some convincing but manager Arsene Wenger was adamant Lukasz Fabianski could become a ``great keeper'' after the Pole's impressive display in the Champions League victory away to Partizan Belgrade.


Japan's Emperor and Empress arrived in London on Wednesday to attend British Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee celebration on Friday.


President Barack Obama did his part by touring Arlington National Cemetery.


The Berkeley County court system jumped into the modern computer age Monday as all sorts of records, from case dockets to background-check information and the ability to pay traffic tickets, went online.


CNN reports that Mitt Romney reacted to the social media frenzy about his ``binders full of women'' comment on Twitter.

Mitt Romney reacts to frenzy from 'binders full of women' comment


One militant was killed in a night-long encounter in the Kishtwar forests in Jammu and Kashmir.

One militant killed in encounter in Kishtwar


What they are unlikely to be talking about, however, is whether Obama will be ``good'' for Hollywood.


ANAHEIM, Calif. Texas Rangers pitcher Roy Oswalt will miss his scheduled start Monday with tightness in his lower back.


A STATE of emergency was declared in Nigeria last night after a series of attacks by a radical Muslim sect killed dozens of people.


Sydney FC held Scottish champion Rangers to a 0-0 draw in a friendly Wednesday, three days after conceding five goals in the opening match of the Festival of Football.


Action has been taken to provide a new composition for fertilizer as per the recommendation of the Tea Research Institute taking into consideration the views of the Tea Small Holder Sector, Plantations Industries Deputy Minister Earl Gunasekera said in Parliament yesterday.

Action to provide new composition for fertilizer


Gold is investors' favorite asset for 2012, and developed markets are preferred over emerging markets when it comes to putting money in stocks or bonds, according to a poll carried out by Japanese investment bank Nomura.

Gold is investors' favorite asset in 2012:


Officials broke ground Wednesday on the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte on East Morehead Street in Myers Park.

Officials break ground on Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte


CHINA has reportedly begun building a new nuclear power plant after lifting a construction moratorium imposed following Japan's Fukushima disaster.


Ambiguity actually makes language more efficient, by allowing for the reuse of short, efficient sounds that listeners can easily disambiguate with the help of context, researchers have claimed.

Ambiguity 'makes language more efficient'


Rail firms have been accused of ``ripping off'' passengers by increasing car parking charges at stations just days after train fares rose by an inflation-busting average of 4.2%.

Rail firms accused of 'ripping off' passengers by increasing car parking charges at stations


In the face of congressional inquiries into alleged corruption in the Armed Forces of the Philippines, President Aquino held a command conference at Camp Aguinaldo yesterday.

P-noy holds command conference at Camp Aguinaldo


Iran said on Monday it has freed five of the local British embassy staff it arrested on accusations of stoking post-election unrest, a move that further threatened tense ties with London.


A 36-year-old Burnaby, BC, man has pleaded guilty to killing his wife, whose body was found in a suitcase in the Fraser River last year.

Burnaby man pleads guilty to killing wife


Valedictorian of the University of Guyana's 45th Convocation, Vineeta Persaud, who graduated with a degree in Computer Science while maintaining a 4.0 grade point average, says she enjoyed her time as a student although dedicated work was required and believes the ongoing brain drain has to end if Guyana is to move forward.


Elaine Kaufman, whose name fronts the famed NYC restaurant Elaine's, died on Friday at the age of 81.

Elaine Kaufman of famed NYC restaurant dies at 81


Socialite and TV host Khloe Kardashian, says, rapper Kanye West is obsessed with her sister Kim Kardashian, now his girlfriend, even before they started dating.


Oliver Stone likened ``Gossip Girl'' Blake Lively - who plays a girlfriend to two men in his latest movie - to film great Grace Kelly.

Oliver Stone likens Blake Lively to Grace Kelly


Averda, a regional leader in the waste management industry, has launched its new secure and confidential document destruction service in Qatar.


It was a beautiful day to start off the new 2011 harness racing season, as the opening nine race qualifiers began their day at the Plainridge Racecourse.

A beautiful day to start off the new season


MAGALIA, Calif. A Butte County man was fatally shot last night after a home invasion in Magalia.

Man fatally shot after home invasion in Magalia


James Franco reportedly sang a duet with a drag performer at a recent party in New York.


Jewellers in India called off their three-week-old strike on Saturday, an industry official said, on assurances from Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee that the government would consider scrapping a budget proposal to levy an excise duty on unbranded jewellery.


Singer Foxy Brown was arrested and later released after having a run-in with neighbour who has a restraining order against her.


Cogenra Solar, a developer of hybrid solar energy systems, has unveiled the largest rooftop hybrid solar energy system in the US The system combines solar and thermal power, a coupling that is gaining a great deal of interest in the alternative energy and technology communities.

Cogenra solar unveils the largest rooftop solar energy system in the US


Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie has confirmed that she will be replacing Tom Cruise in the spy flick Edwin A. Salt.


Celtic defender Mark Wilson is set to join Leeds United on loan until the end of the season.

Celtic's Wilson to join Leeds United on loan


On 13 July, the government announced the launch of the iawards, the first public awards recognising high achievement in science, technology and innovation.

Launch of the first public awards recognising achievements in science, technology and innovation


Advance Auto Parts, Inc., a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories and maintenance items, today announced it will open its first store in Gladwin at 1218 N. State St. in front of Family Fare on Feb. 7.

Advance Auto Parts opens first store in Gladwin


The 67th annual Golden Globe nominations for best actor in a television drama have been announced in Beverly Hills, Calif., by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.


Food inflation turned negative in late December for the first time in many years as prices of vegetables like onion and potato declined, a development that may prompt the Reserve Bank of India to go for rate cuts at its next monetary policy review later this month.

Food inflation turns negative in December


Charges will not be filed against a former Medora city auditor who allegedly stole more than $10,000 worth of city funds, a state's attorney announced at a city council meeting Tuesday evening.

No charges filed against former Medora auditor


15 years down the line, SWV are back with a new single.


TAMPA, Fla. Ã¢â‚¬â€ New York Yankees catcher Russell Martin is set to resume catching drills Wednesday for the first time since undergoing knee surgery in December.


Chinese women are undergoing etiquette courses and are being taught how to use napkins, knife, fork and other daily-need items.

Chinese women undergoing etiquette courses


woman accused of shoplifting at two Target stores in the upstate turned herself in to the police for her crime.

Woman shoplifting at Target store turns herself in


President Boris Tadić said on Tuesday in Kragujevac, central Serbia, that the EU had no new conditions set for Serbia to become a candidate for membership.


Commercial banks are increasingly focusing on promoting the use of credit and other cards.

Commercial banks focus on promoting the use of credit cards


Marseille signed Fernando Morientes from Valencia on a free transfer, reuniting the Spanish striker with coach Didier Deschamps.


Bilfinger Berger, Germany's second largest builder, on October 20, 2008, has sold all of the shares in Razel SA, its wholly-owned French civil engineering subsidiary, to Fayat SA, France.


The 29th death anniversary of late President Ziaur Rahman was observed at Manikganj with renewed oath to uphold his ideals of promoting the country's interests.

Death anniversary of Ziaur Rahman observed


Vietnam on Thursday accused China of assaulting and robbing its fishermen near the contested Paracel Islands.

Vietnam accuses China of assaulting fishermen


The Ravens made it official Thursday, announcing they've released former Pro Bowl special-teams ace Brendon Ayanbadejo.

Ravens announce release of Brendon Ayanbadejo


A 33-year-old work-release inmate was killed in Houma over the weekend after falling from a garbage truck, authorities said.

Inmate killed in fall from garbage truck


A woman was stabbed in the chest Sunday night and Colorado Springs police are searching her south-side neighborhood for a suspect.

Woman stabbed in chest, police searching for suspect


Satyam Computer will acquire 51% stake in Maytas Infra and a 100% stake in Maytas Properties, reports NewsWire18.

Satyam Computer to acquire 51% stake in Maytas Infra


Calpers, the biggest US pension fund, posted a 2.4 percent loss in its June-ended fiscal year, fueled by a 10.7 percent decline in the value of its stock holdings, its top investment officer said on Friday.


Comments Texas Instruments Inc. is buying National Semiconductor for $6.5 billion in a marriage of two of the world's premier makers of analog chips, which are widely used in electronics to transform signals such as sound into digital form that computers can understand.

Texas Instruments buying National Semiconductor


Canada and India are negotiating a comprehensive nuclear deal that will allow the country to develop civilian nuclear power plants, a spokesperson of the foreign office said.


Dadi Perlmutter said that Intel will release its own SSDs onto the market place later this year and claimed that they would deliver on the full promise of solid state disk technology, unlike so many of the drives currently on the market.

Intel to release its own SSDs later this year


UK engineering and manufacturing company Tomkins PLC today said that it has received a £2.86 billion cash takeover offer from Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Canadian private-equity firm Onex Corporation.

Uk engineering firm Tomkins receives £2.86 billion takeover offer


``I think that me and Pavlik need to hurry up and make that fight because there's no names in the middleweight division and the only way he's going to make some good money is to get a fight with me or maybe Paul, but after seeing Paul fight, they not going to give no big money fight to anyone.

Winky Wright: ``me and Pavlik need to hurry up and make that fight''


Actress Natalie Cassidy's 'Then and Now' workout has been rated as the worst celebrity fitness DVD ever in a poll.

Natalie Cassidy's workout rated worst celebrity fitness DVD


Copper thieves have struck the Southern End again.


State Street Corporation today announced a quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share, payable April 15, 2008, to stockholders of record as of April 1, 2008.

State Street Corporation announces quarterly dividend


UK prompt gas prices rose on Monday as colder weather and Norwegian gas outages pushed up demand.

UK prompt gas prices rise on cold weather


FORMER President George HW Bush is being treated in hospital in Texas for a lingering cough.


Former England international defender Phil Neville will leave Everton at the end of the season after eight years at the club, he announced on Tuesday.


23andMe, a company founded in 2006 to bring genetic testing to the masses, this week lowered the price of its home DNA-testing kit from $299 to $99, co-founder Anne Wojcicki wrote in an official company blog post on December 11.

Home DNA testing company 23andMe lowers prices to $99


A MAN is fighting for his life after he was set on fire and left for dead in the street.

MAN fights for his life after being set on fire


A provincial election chief was killed Saturday in a northern Philippine province where political campaigns have always been marred by violence, a regional police chief said.

Provincial election chief killed in northern philippines


Iraqi security forces arrested 10 terrorism suspects in recent operations in Iraq with US advisors, military officials reported.


John ``JD'' and Karlene Fullner celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Dec. 18, 2010.


Bundesliga leader Borussia Dortmund put more pressure on its title rivals Friday by beating Hamburg 2-0 ahead of the rest of the weekend games.

Bundesliga leader Borussia Dortmund beats Hamburg


The TPi awards, one of the most prestigious nights for suppliers within the events industry, used Sunbaba event branding services for this year's ceremony.

TPi awards use Sunbaba for event branding


A China Grove man has been charged with misdemeanor child abuse for striking a child.


Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports heard from a rival GM that Twins outfielder Delmon Young is ``very, very much out there'' on the trading block.


Online Community Education registration begins today, October 6; phone and walk-in registration begins Monday, October 11.


A substitute teacher with the St. Johns County School District was arrested for possession of obscene material, according to St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.

Substitute teacher arrested for possession of obscene material


Indiana State University students will return to their dorm rooms Monday after fire broke out in a high rise dormitory.

Indiana State University students returning to dorms after fire


Afghan President Hamid Karzai Monday said that certain members of Taliban were ready to hold peace talks with the government and its peace council.


Twilight star Robert Pattinson has admitted that he gets homesick for his native UK The 22-year-old, who is currently in Los Angeles, says he misses his home so much, he almost cries.


But now scientists claim they have discovered exactly why sex sells - and it isn't just because consumers think that if they buy the car they can get the girl.


Biden is to speak at noon at the Longmont location of UQM, which manufactures power-dense, high-efficiency electric motors, generators and power electronic controllers for the automotive, aerospace, military and industrial markets.


A manhunt is underway in Johnson County for a registered sex offender accused of attacking two girls.

Manhunt is underway for a registered sex offender


Gary Oldman has promised that 'The Dark Knight Rises' will be an epic end to the Batman trilogy.

Gary Oldman: 'the Dark Knight Rises' will be epic


A common question students are asked when they arrived back into their classrooms this fall was ``what did you do for your summer vacation?''


Polynesian Blue is set to become Virgin Samoa as Virgin Australia continues its rebranding campaign.


A city court on Friday issued a fresh production warrant against underworld don Abu Salem after the Mumbai Police failed to produce him before it in a six-year-old extortion case.

City court issues production warrant against Abu Salem


A 27-year old Sauk Rapids man was beaten and robbed early Sunday in the 100 block of 6th Avenue South.


A transient might have taken up residence on Main Street in early February, with the Park City Police Department receiving reports that the person could have been staying in the Main Street Mall and using facilities at the nearby Egyptian Theatre.

Transient might have taken up residence on Main Street


WIMBLEDON, England Luke Saville of Australia won the boys' title at Wimbledon on Saturday, coming from a set and a break down to beat Liam Broady of Britain 2-6, 6-4, 6-2.

Luke Saville wins boys' title at Wimbledon


Motorists will be pleased to learn that the petrol price is to decrease by 8 cents a litre as of Wednesday 5 June.

Petrol Price to decrease by 8 cents a litre


Scientists now understand how the ants maintain their stability as their carry heavy loads.

How ants maintain stability while carrying heavy loads


Gov. Bev Perdue today appointed Special Superior Court Judge Cressie Thigpen to the North Carolina Court of Appeals.

Perdue appoints Thigpen to North Carolina Court of Appeals


A Mexia woman was killed and four others injured in a two-vehicle wreck Thursday afternoon in Limestone County.


The annual conference of state minorities commissions concluded here today at Vigyan Bhawan with a number of recommendations for improving the lot of minorities in the country.

Annual conference of state Minorities commissions concludes


How many times a day -- during the grind of work, with the yelping of kids, or in front of the 10 o'clock new -- do you think: ``I want to get away from it all.''


A Brazil man recently pleaded guilty to various theft and burglary charges in three separate cases.


Governor Kaine is reacting to a stormy economic forecast for the Commonwealth of Virginia ordering a hiring freeze for most state agencies.

Governor Kaine orders a hiring freeze for most state agencies


RENEE Zellweger held an intimate birthday party for 15 guests at her New York City apartment.

Renee Zellweger holds intimate birthday party


Zions Bancorporation today announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering of warrants to acquire shares of the Company's common stock, each initially representing the right to purchase one share of the Company's common stock, for aggregate gross proceeds of $150 million.

Zions Bancorporation announces public offering of warrants


The North Korean dictator Kim Jong Il made a rare public appearance Wednesday at a memorial to commemorate the 15 th anniversary of his father's death.

Kim Jong Il makes rare public appearance


Xabi Alonso was delighted for Nuri Sahin after he made his Real Madrid debut in victory over Osasuna .

Xabi delighted for Nuri Sahin after Real Madrid debut


Treasure Beach won the Irish Derby by three-quarters of a length on Sunday, providing more racing disappointment for Queen Elizabeth II. The 5-4 favorite Carlton House, owned by the British monarch, finished fourth in the 1½-mile race at The Curragh.


SPANISH golf legend Seve Ballesteros underwent a third and successful operation to ease swelling in his brain and remove the remains of a tumour, the Madrid hospital where he is being treated said.

Seve Ballesteros undergoes successful operation


American socialite Paris Hilton is reportedly on texting terms with Prince William, and has even invited him to the opening of her new nightclub in Las Vegas.

Paris Hilton on texting terms with Prince William


China's ZTE has posted its second straight quarterly loss in Q4, to round off its first yearly loss ever, ZDNet reports.

ZTE posts second straight quarterly loss


OSCE Minsk Group co-chairs Bernard Fassier of France, Robert Bradtke of USA and Igor Popov of Russian Federation will arrive in Armenia today, Armenian MFA spokesman Tigran Balayan told Panorama.am.

Osce Minsk Group co-chairs arrive in Armenia today


Vale is starting to invest in a potential iron ore distribution facility in Perak state, Malaysia comprising a maritime terminal to receive its Chinamax vessels and a stockyard capable of handling up to 30 million tonnes of ore,...

Vale investing in iron ore distribution facilities in Malaysia


England manager Roy Hodgson admits he is happy to draw a line under the Ashley Cole Twitter row after the Chelsea defender personally apologised to Football Association chairman David Bernstein.

Hodgson happy to draw line under Cole row


Germany has seen a sharp rise in the number of domestic burglaries according to the latest crime figures made available by the police.

Germany has seen a rise in the number of domestic burglaries


A forecast of economic activity rose for an eighth month in November, a private research group said, signaling the economic rebound would continue next year.

Forecast of economic activity rises for an eighth month


Andy Murray made a perfect start to his bid to win the ATP World Tour Finals for the first time with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Sweden's Robin Soderling yesterday.


The US Supreme Court refused to block the execution of a woman convicted of two killings, clearing the way for the state's first execution of a woman in nearly a century.

Supreme court refuses to block woman's execution


Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs appear to be associated with reduced risk of recurrent cardiovascular events in men and women, but do not appear to be associated with reduced all-cause mortality or stroke in women, according to a report of a meta-analysis published June 25 in the Archives of Internal Medicine, a JAMA Network publication.

Statins appear associated with reduced risk of recurrent cardiovascular events in men, women


A bison killed a man in Virod village near Vadodara on Wednesday.


Fire crews quickly snuffed a car fire at a Zip Trip gas station and convenience store located at 1523 W. 10th early Friday afternoon.

Crews quickly snuff car fire at gas station


A ``grand plan'' takes shape as a historic movie theater nears completion of a big project.


If I'd been around, who would I have supported for President between the years 1788 and 1820?

Who I would have supported for President--1788-1820


In a big industrial city like Houston, demolition is as natural as a stroll in the park.

Demolition is as natural as a stroll in the park


Retail sales fell 0.1% in July, the first decline in three months, the Commerce Department said Thursday.


Actors Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz have gotten married in secret, according to People.com, and causing a buzz throughout the UK.


Rep. Barney Frank, chairman of the House Committee on Financial Services will deliver remarks on the role of mortgage servicers in the foreclosure crisis and the overall economy.

Frank to deliver remarks about the role of mortgage servicers in the foreclosure crisis and the overall economy


Amanda Bynes has pleaded not guilty to two counts of hit-and-run.


A driver today denied causing the death of a teenager who was killed in an accident involving a car towing a boat near Bewdley.


Fitch has placed the ratings of ArvinMeritor on Rating Watch Negative following the announced spinoff of ArvinMeritor's Light Vehicle Systems group.


Authorities said a waitress accidentally spilled hot soup on a 6-year-old boy Monday at Kiku Japanese Steak and Sushi restaurant on Dawsonville Highway.


Randi Zuckerberg, former head of Facebook marketing, will speak at OSU-Tulsa on Thursday and in OSU-OKC on Friday.


Vislink, the global technology business specialising in secure communications products and services for the News & Entertainment and Law Enforcement & Public Safety markets, has reported that it traded in line with expectations for the quarter ended 31 March 2011 and expects its losses this year to reduce.


Tough economic times are forcing the Cleveland Clinic to cut charity care for some patients.


A former Jackson caregiver was sentenced today to serve 25 years in prison for mistreating vulnerable adults in her care.

Former Jackson caregiver sentenced to 25 years in prison


To overcome your cash crises, you can go for 12 month loans no credit check that can give you strong back up even when you are a defaulter.


The Madison city commissioners will consider approving a variance request for Mike and Connie McGowan of Madison during their meeting at 5:30 pm on Monday at City Hall.

Commissioners to consider variance request


(Update - Mike Fagan) The New York Daily News reports that Gus has not yet left CBS, though his contract with the company expired after the Final Four.


SmarTrend's candlestick pattern scanner has detected a bearish engulfing pattern for shares of NetSuite since the stock closed below $14.24.

Smartrend's candlestick scanner detects bearish engulfing pattern for NetSuite (n)


A Norton man was killed Tuesday, Feb. 12 after his car struck a plow on West Main Street near the Norton Middle School.


A TEACHER who works with children who have special needs was caught drink driving twice in 10 days.

Teacher caught drink driving twice in days


The first woman on the Illinois Supreme Court and its first female chief justice, Mary Ann McMorrow, 83, died Saturday after to an undisclosed illness at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

First woman on Illinois Supreme Court, Mary Ann McMorrow, dies


A former wife of Umuahia South Local Government Chairman in Abia, Mrs. Edna Offor, was Friday charged with the murder of her husband before the Umuahia High Court.


Construction workers laying lines to handle water runoff from storms accidentally snapped a fiber optic cable that lay a few feet below the surface of the Zimmerman parking lot, adjacent to Domino's Pizza.

Construction workers snap fiber optic cable


FORMER AFL star Andrew Krakouer is facing a long jail term today when he is sentenced in the District Court for a vicious assault outside a Fremantle nightclub.

Andrew Krakouer facing a long jail term for assault


A pensioner is to stand trial over 55 counts of theft and one of deception, amounting to more than £600,000.


Real Madrid striker Ruud van Nistelrooy has retired from international football, the Dutch Football Association said in a statement on Monday.

Van Nistelrooy retires from international football


Hundreds of Saudi-bound travellers were stranded on a ferry for three days after the vessel had to return to port with mechanical problems, Saudi daily Arab News reported on Thursday.


A magnitude 6.8 earthquake hit a remote area in northeastern India on Sunday evening, causing panic as far as the capital of neighbouring Bangladesh, but officials did not initially report large scale casualties or damage.


Colombian striker Hugo Rodallega inspired Wigan to a crucial 3-1 win over fellow Premier League strugglers Blackpool here on Saturday to lift them out of the bottom three.


Surgical quality program participation can cut complication and mortality rates.

Surgical Quality program cuts complication rates


KISSES to Pedal Power Cycle shop for fixing a flat tire that another bike shop in town messed up.


US Under Secretary of State William Burns arrived in India on a four-day visit today for talks on promoting bilateral relations between the US and India.


Former Davis Cup captains are backing Pat Rafter to settle his rift with Bernard Tomic.


A British soldier has died in hospital from injuries suffered in an explosion in Afghanistan more than two months ago.


After dating for five months, actress Carey Mulligan and Mumford & Sons front man Marcus Mumford are engaged.

Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford are engaged


March deadliest so far in Syrian conflict March was the bloodiest month yet in Syria's 2-year-old conflict with more than 6,000 documented deaths, a leading anti-regime activist group said Monday, blaming the increase on heavier shelling and more violent clashes.


-FIle photo Rafael Nadal will not be protected with a higher seeding at the French Open, tournament director Gilbert Ysern said on Saturday.

Nadal will not protected with higher seeding:


A US Senate subcommittee said that Microsoft and HP used offshore units to avoid paying billions of dollars in taxes.

Microsoft, HP used offshore units to avoid taxes:


Australian shares are expected to decline after falls in US equities on a surprise jump in unemployment.


Arctic air is already moving into western New York, bringing snow and bone chilling winds of up to 20 below.


FFW Corporation, parent corporation of Crossroads Bank, announced today that the US Department of the Treasury has completed its investment in FFW Corporation under the voluntary Capital Purchase Program.

FFW Corporation completed US Treasury investment under capital purchase Program


The Housing Industry Association today said new homes sales fell 4.9 per cent in December, seasonally adjusted, following a 6.8 per cent rise in November.


A trader is doubling up on a bullish bet in Target ahead of its earnings report next week.


Stoke boss Tony Pulis has stated that he has no problem with Jermaine Pennant, and that the winger is just out-of-favour at the club.


The Archbishop Williams girls basketball team won the Div. 3 South Sectional title for the third consecutive year on Saturday, defeating Cardinal Spellman, 40-37, at UMass-Boston.

Archbishop Williams defeats Cardinal Spellman


Bulgaria is set to attract foreign investments in several priority sectors in order to achieve stronger economic growth, the Economy Ministry said in a statement on May 10 2011.


Three Centerville men sit in the Appanoose County Jail, facing felony meth charges.


As the countdown for trust vote began, TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu and RLD supremo Ajit Singh on Monday met CPI general secretary Prakash Karat and took stock of the latest political situation.

Chandrababu Naidu, Ajit Singh meet Karat


The 39-year-old proved she's still got exactly what it takes when she stepped out to promote haircare line Clean Hair & Scalp Therapy yesterday.


China on Tuesday hiked fuel prices by the biggest margin in nearly three years after a surge in the cost of global crude, the government and state media said.

China hikes fuel prices by biggest margin in three years


Gene Barry, who played the suave star of TV series Bat Masterson, Burke's Law and The Name of the Game, has died at age 90, according to his son.


The New York Red Bulls have signed their second homegrown player, putting teenage forward Juan Agudelo under contract.

Red Bulls sign homegrown teenager Juan Agudelo


director Prabhu Deva cannot stop praising Hansika Motwani, the lead actress in his upcoming directorial venture `Engeyum Kaadhal'.

Prabhu Deva cant stop praising Hansika Motwani


10/10/2011 5:00:09 PM - Sheaga, Oct 10, GNA - Basic school children in the Upper East Region have called on Parliament to pass a law to stop child labour in the country.

Children call on Parliament to pass a law to stop child labour


On Tuesday night, Penny Taylor led with a game-high 30 points and five assists as the Phoenix Mercury held off the San Antonio Silver Stars, 105-98 at the AT&T Center.

Penny Taylor leads Phoenix Mercury as they hold off San Antonio Silver Stars 105-98 --


Utica is back to a tax increase under two percent after their common council overrode several vetoes from Mayor Robert Palmieri.


Google, Mountain View, Calif., has been assigned a patent developed by Matthew I. Lloyd, Cambridge, Mass., for a ``position and orientation determination for a mobile computing device.''

Google assigned patent for position and orientation determination for a mobile computing device


Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in February for the seventh consecutive month, and the overall economy grew for the 10th consecutive month, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.


San Francisco Giants closer Brian Wilson flew to Florida on Wednesday to have his ailing right elbow checked out by the same doctor who performed surgery eight years ago.


Finance chiefs at major UK companies are optimistic over prospects for growth in 2011, a survey revealed today.

Finance chiefs optimistic about growth in 2011


In a quite lengthy statement on his official Facebook page, Dave Lombardo has announced that he has been replaced on the upcoming Australian Soundwave Festival tour.


Miami Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland was finally able to talk with wide receiver Brandon Marshall in the wake of the NFL player being stabbed by his wife last week.

Jeff Ireland has talked with Brandon Marshall


French daredevil sets new world record Updated: 09:28, Friday April 13, 2012 French daredevil climber Alain Robert claims he has set a new Guinness World Record.


Budget airline Virgin Australia reported a full year net loss of 67.8 million on Thursday, but said it was optimistic about the year ahead.


DENVER ― A school bus and car collided near Denver's City Park Friday morning.


Liferay, Inc., provider of the leading enterprise open source portal, today announced that Sun Microsystems will formally be joining the Liferay open source community and will continue to contribute to the development of Liferay Portal.

Sun Microsystems joins Liferay open source community


The WNBA Chicago Sky has signed guard Erin Thorn to a two year contract, Head Coach and General Manager Steven Key announced today.


NetApp Inc. has unveiled a new brand identity designed to achieve a broader and deeper awareness of the company and to communicate a consistent promise on a global basis to customers, partners and employees.


Two big genetic studies confirm theories that modern humans evolved in Africa and then migrated through Europe and Asia to reach the Pacific and Americas.


Brad Pitt is officially attached to star in a new zombie flick based on the Max Brooks' graphic novel World War Z.


A former armyman was arrested here for allegedly continuing to occupy a house he had been asked to vacate by the court.


The University of Wisconsin softball team will close out its regular season this weekend with a pair of home games against Minnesota.

Softball closes out regular season this weekend


He will be taking on legend Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in Big Nog's home country, and believes that he can knock Nogueira out.

Brendan Schaub believes he will knock out Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira


There have been calls to ban both mobile phones and wireless internet from schools.


World diving champion Tom Daley lost out to Peter Waterfield in the men's 10m individual at the British national diving championships.


Public school students will soon be able to receive free swine flu shots after school.

Students can receive free swine flu shots


147 swimmers from all over the state including Norfolk, Omaha, Grand Island and North Platte will be at the Broken Bow swimming pool this weekend for the annual Cosmos A/B/C swim meet.

147 swimmers will be at the Broken Bow pool this weekend


``I have come to know that I have been nominated for Padma Shri,'' Bhutia told reporters on Wednesday.


Lianne will support nine-time Grammy Award-winner John Legend on 14 dates across the US, in addition to her previously announced September headline shows:


Early Monday afternoon in Spain, now former Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas signed a contract with FC Barcelona and was introduced as a Barcelona player in a press conference.

Cesc Fabregas signs contract with Barcelona, is introduced as a Barcelona player


Home video distributor Section23 Films today announced its February slate of releases; including BROKEN BLADE , The heavy metal mecha action series will be released on both DVD & Blu-Ray by Section23 client, Sentai Filmworks .

Section23 Films announces February slate


Two young men have been indicted by an Orange County grand jury in connection with the May 6 drive-by shooting death of Jeffrey Zachary on a Newburgh city street.

Two indicted in connection with drive-by shooting death


London, Apr 4 Hollywood star Gwyneth Paltrow is facing weight issues after she was banned from working out while filming new movie ''Country Strong''.


A new political party is to be formed in South Ossetia, called For Civil Dignity, Res reports.

New political party formed in South Ossetia


BBC Radio Lancashire presenter Phil Trow is joining BBC Radio Derby as co host the new weekday breakfast show from April 6th.


It's not often that Facebook is looking for help from its users but that has all changed today, Facebook needs your help with its Places side of things, they have started asking for user edits.


The Philippine government has barred former President Gloria Arroyo from travelling abroad for medical treatment.

Philippines bars Gloria Arroyo from travelling abroad


A train hit a FedEx truck in Hutto, but there are minor injuries.


One man sent to the hospital after a late night hit and run in east Toledo.One man is in the hospital this morning with serious injuries after a hit and run.


England captain Andrew Strauss praised Pakistan match-winner Umar Gul after the bowler produced a devastating spell in the third one-day international.

England captain Andrew Strauss praises bowler Umar Gul


SunSource, a fluid power distribution company, is offering a pitch control valve repair program for wind farms.

SunSource offers pitch control valve repair program


Apple Inc co-founder Steve Jobs died of respiratory arrest caused by a pancreatic tumour, according to the death certificate.

Steve Jobs died of respiratory arrest, tumour


With gas prices and cost-of-living expenses at an all-time high, fireworks stands are working to keep business booming.

Fireworks stands work to keep business booming


An indefinite curfew was imposed in Srinagar city and other major towns of the valley as a precautionary measure, a day ahead of the separatist rally in Lal Chowk.


These Hispanic movies films in the US tells the stories of this cultural group and their impact in American society throughout the years.


Police divers in Hamilton have located a submerged vehicle approximately 40m downstream from the Pukete Bridge at a depth of two to three metres.


in fact crises -- hitting the country have asked themselves this question: ``What is next?''


All New York airports reopened on Monday after Hurricane Irene forced to halt services since Saturday.

New York airports reopens after Hurricane Irene


A 911 call released Thursday by Des Moines police details the moments after a girl was hit by a car Sunday in Union Park.


Manchester City have apologised to Rio Ferdinand after the Manchester United defender appeared to be hit by a coin as he celebrated his side's third goal in their 3-2 victory at the Etihad Stadium.

Manchester City apologise to Rio Ferdinand


TWELVE intrepid skydivers took a leap of faith to raise cash for a Sutton boy who has autism.


Peter Robinson, the Democratic Unionist Party leader, was continuing to lead peace negotiations despite stepping down as Northern Ireland's First Minister over his wife's affair.

Peter Robinson leads negotiations despite stepping down over wife's affair


Katy Perry was serenaded by 14,000 fans during a gig in Belfast on Monday, as they sang Happy Birthday to the star.


Iofina, the gas and iodine developer and producer, has begun commercial gas production from its flagship Atlantis prospect in Montana, USA.


NeXt looks back at the year 2012 with a timeline of news events and a look at the year's movies, music and best books.


The rape of a disabled widow in her 60s was described by a Manchester police inspector as 'one of the most horrific crimes I have ever dealt with'.

'One of the most horrific crimes I've ever dealt with':


Former WEC featherweight champion Urijah Faber has ended all speculation regarding a potential move to a competing organization and has signed a new multi-year, multi-fight deal with the WEC.

Former WEC featherweight champ Urijah Faber signs new multi-fight deal


Less was definitely more for Catherine Middleton as she took her place in history as a royal bride.


Actor Saif Ali Khan, who is dating actress Kareena Kapoor, says men like him, who are considered sexy and strong, never take styling tips from their girlfriends.


International terrorist ``Taliban'' movement is authorized to open an office in Turkey, ``Ria Novosti'' writes referring to the Turkish media.

'Taliban' movement authorized to open office in Turkey


by : dpa Tel Aviv - The trial began in Tel Aviv Monday of an Israeli ex-soldier turned journalist accused of espionage after stealing and leaking documents to another reporter.

Trial begins in Tel Aviv of Israeli journalist accused of espionage


Former Indian American Goldman Sachs director Rajat Gupta will head to trial tomorrow in one of the most high profile cases of insider trading in the US that will likely see investment guru Warren Buffet and Arcelor Mittal Chairman Lakshmi Mittal as potential witnesses.


The Central bank said early this week that it would continue its tight monetary policy which is containing the demand pressure on inflation.


A baby giraffe was born on a Santa Rosa wildlife preserve on Saturday morning, a spokeswoman said.


Two coal miners were burned on their faces and arms Monday when gas ignited, creating a brief flash of fire at a mine in northern West Virginia.


Gerald Wallace has been released from a Los Angeles hospital but he must remain in LA until Monday and there's still no timetable on his return.


Venezuela's top prosecutor insisted Thursday that freedom of expression in Venezuela ``must be limited'' and proposed legislation that would slap additional restrictions on the country's news media.

Venezuela: 'freedom of expression must be limited'


Wallabies back Anthony Faingaa says that he is excited about facing the Rugby World Cup winning New Zealand All Blacks midfield should he find himself back at inside centre for the start of the inaugural four-nation Rugby Championship.

Faingaa excited about facing All Blacks midfield


The Australian stock market is trading notably higher on Wednesday with investors tracking a positive lead from Wall Street and picking up stocks from across various sectors.


Online travel company Expedia Inc. said Wednesday it has reached an agreement with Finnair in which Finnair airfares will appear on Expedia Web sites in Europe.

Finnair airfares to appear on Expedia sites


Lazard swung to a first quarter profit yesterday as higher asset management fees and an 11% boost in mergers and acquisitions revenue again offset a steep plunge in restructuring assignments.


Air Malta has set up a task force to monitor the global spread of swine flu and review the airline's plans, the airline's CEO Joe Cappello told The Times Business.

Air Malta sets up task force to monitor swine flu


Police have seized more than 30 kilograms of cannabis in a raid on a home in the Perth suburb of Forrestfield.

Police seize more than 30 kilograms of cannabis


UConn medical, dental, pharmacy and biomedical research students volunteered their time yesterday for a day of service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Students volunteer on Martin Luther King day


Bank of America has sold out its customers who had invested in failed mortgage securities during the 2008 financial crisis, Press TV reports.


Everybody Eats held its monthly meeting on Oct. 18 and elected the following officers:


Shia LaBeouf has slammed the second Transformers movie, saying he didn't like it when he saw it.

Shia LaBeouf slams the second Transformers movie


Kaiser Permanente is hosting a job fair Tuesday for registered nurses at Cumberland Medical Center.

Kaiser Permanente hosts job fair for nurses


Governor-elect Rick Scott won by marketing himself as an outsider, but he appointed some decidedly insider names to his transition team Thursday.

Gov.-elect Scott appoints transition team


MIAMI - Danielle has weakened to a tropical storm far from land over the Atlantic, but forecasters say it could become a hurricane again in the next couple of days.

Danielle weakens to tropical storm in the Atlantic


Chechen warlord Doku Umarov claimed responsibility for the Moscow metro bombings that killed 39 people earlier this week and threatened more attacks.

Chechen warlord Doku Umarov claims Moscow metro bombings


If you're anxious to develop an iPhone app but don't know where to start, the University of Washington offers iPhone and Cocoa development certificates that teach the basics of iPhone and Mac development.

University of Washington offers iPhone development certificate


Due to the many municipalities in Union County that were hit hard by Hurricane Irene, Union County College has decided to delay the start of classes until Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Union County College to delay start of classes until Sept. 6


In a very close battle at the Emperors Palace in South Africa, Hekkie Budler won a twelve round split decision over Juanito Rubillar to retain his IBO junior flyweight title.

Hekkie Budler decisions Juanito Rubillar, retains title


Prosecutors will likely sharpen their focus and simplify their case when they make their second attempt to convict a former state lawmaker of corruption in a case that involves a once-powerful Louisiana political family, attorneys who have watched the case said Friday.


The Turkish Air Forces Commander General Aydogan Babaoğlu received Thursday his Polish counterpart General Andrzej Blasik in Ankara.

Turkish Air Forces Commander Babaoğlu receives his Polish counterpart


Platinum producer Lonmin says it has increased productivity by switching back to conventional mining methods after mechanisation failed to deliver.

Lonmin increases productivity with conventional mining


The first ever constitution week is in full swing as officials turn their attention to raising awareness about the importance of the Cayman's new constitution.


Hong Kong has turned a former airport into an HK$8.2 billion cruise terminal as the city seeks to woo wealthy Chinese travelers to help it become Asia's hub for luxury liners.

Hong Kong turns airport into cruise terminal


Demand for cars and trucks is set to quadruple by 2035 if current trends continue, new research has claimed.

Demand for cars and trucks 'could quadruple'


Police say that a Salina man is lucky to be alive, after shooting himself in the head with a gun that he thought was not loaded.

Man lucky to be alive after shooting himself in head


Patiala , Mar 10 A local BJP leader was booked today for allegedly abetting the suicide of his wife, police said.

BJP leader booked for abetting suicide of wife


A weak and dehydrated young female Borneo pygmy elephant was rescued in an oil palm plantation on Sabah's east coast amidst renewed calls by a wildlife expert for the creation of forest corridors.

Weak Borneo pygmy elephant rescued in oil palm plantation


The body of a man believed to be in his 40s was found Sunday morning in a Santa Ana alley, authorities said.

Body of man believed to be in his 40s found in Santa Ana alley


The annual Balloons over Wairarapa festival will go ahead, in spite of the Carterton tragedy.