Terminally ill 'Big Brother' star Jade Goody went shopping for her wedding dress yesterday and exchanged rings with fiance Jack Tweed.


Childline is looking for volunteers to take part in its Schools Service to educate children about abuse across Bracknell Forest.


The Kennebunk woman shot by an officer responding to a disturbance call Sunday night died of ``multiple gunshot wounds,'' a spokesman from the Maine Medical Examiner's Office said late Tuesday afternoon.

Woman shot by Officer died of 'multiple gunshot wounds'


Broadwater county officials say a 37-year-old Bozeman man died in a parasailing accident on Canyon Ferry Reservoir.

Bozeman man dies in parasailing accident


2012-06-13T15:14:16Z 2012-06-13T17:04:45Z Calif. jury finds ex-police officer guilty of rapeThe Associated Press The Associated Press A former police detective who blamed the antidepressant Zoloft for his behavior was found guilty Wednesday of kidnapping and raping a waitress at gunpoint in a brutal attack.


A US Border Patrol agent killed in the line of duty in East County last year will posthumously receive the highest honor possible for an agent for acts of bravery or heroism, US Customs and Border Protection announced Thursday.

Border Patrol honors agent killed on duty


Home prices continued to show record declines in the first quarter, according to a report released by Standard & Poor's on Tuesday, with the data suggesting that the recent signs of stabilization in the housing market have not yet led to a turnaround in prices.

Home prices show record decline in the first quarter


Westpac lifts first half profit Updated: 00:01, Saturday May 4, 2013 Westpac has lifted its first half profit by 11 per cent as it pursues growth opportunities such as deposits.


Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff turned down a contract extension with the club in the fall.


THE RSPCA will turn away stray or unwanted pets from animal shelters in the UK from next month to cut costs and focus on policing animal cruelty, according to a memo obtained by Channel 4 news.


A former SA Air Force Spitfire fighter plane, discovered in a Cape Town scrapyard in the 1970s, was sold in London for 1.7 million pounds on Monday.


Bollywood actress Monica Bedi, who was last seen in `Bigg Boss, is all set to make her debut in Punjabi film.

Monica Bedi to make debut in Punjabi film


The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar today supported by commercial buying, dealers said.

Ringgit opens slightly higher against US dollar


Voice recognition has made great strides in the last few years.


Heavy snows in recent days have slowed down mail deliveries.


The US dollar was set to end the week on a whimper with the combination of month-end selling and momentum taking the dollar to new lows.


Top Fuel drag racer Doug Herbert's two sons were killed Saturday in a traffic accident near their home.

Drag racer Herbert's two sons killed in traffic accident


Chief Executive of Hashoo Group and Owner of Marriott Hotel, Sadruddin Hashwani has said that it was the time to strengthen Pakistan rather than run away from Pakistan in present crisis.


A SENATE inquiry into the Federal Government's response to overseas kidnap victims began today with a NewsMail journalist providing a submission about communication with the media.


Sydney man struck by car, then dies Updated: 09:50, Wednesday June 20, 2012 A man has died in hospital after being struck by a car in the northbound lanes of the Pacific Highway at Berowra.


'You've Got the Love' singer Florence Welch broke down in tears on stage last night as she announced she would taking a break from performing to work on new material.


Army Commander Sarath Fonseka yesterday said that no one could challenge the success of his army after the victory over the Tamil Tigers.


It may seem surprising but the fact is that chickens outperform human's ability to see colours.

Chickens outperform human ability to see colours


Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, who became an international celeb following her success in the UK-based reality show Big Brother, has revealed that she plans to marry her year-long boyfriend Raj Kundra in another year and a half.


Three people were injured early Monday in an incident in which a woman was set on fire in a Fort Worth, Texas, convenience store, police said.

Woman set on fire in Texas convenience store


Central Missouri remains on top of the NABC/Division II coaches poll, a spot the Mules likely won't hold onto next week.


Driver Jeff Gordon gives a thumbs up after winning the pole position for the Sunday's NASCAR Springt Cup series auto race at Talladega Superspeedway, Saturday, May 5, 2012, in Talladega, Ala. MAGS OUT

Jeff Gordon wins pole at Talladega Superspeedway


``I want the city to protect us in Southport as being in the city.


An alert citizen takes action and stops countless potential crimes, all thanks to a single phone call.

Alert citizen takes action and stops countless potential crimes


The Pledge of Allegiance continues to cause controversy, this time for the city council of Eugene, Oregon.


Our sources are confirming for us that Apple will be using the Nvidia Ion platform to make up the basis for the new Mac Mini.


The Monarchs picked up a doubleheader sweep over the Kansas Cannons on Saturday in Wichita, winning 7-4 in the opener before taking the nightcap 4-2.


Oklahoma US Senator Tom Coburn will speak at the Republican National Convention on Tuesday night, September 2nd.

US Senator Tom Coburn will speak at gop convention


US rapper Lil Phat has been shot dead at the age of 19 in Atlanta, Georgia.


Three Russian navigation satellites crashed into the Pacific off the US state of Hawaii yesterday after the rocket carrying them failed to reach orbit, officials from the Russian space agency said.


Veteran British rockers The Rolling Stones, who celebrated their 50th anniversary last year, were nominated for four NME music awards yesterday.

Rolling Stones nominated for four NME music awards


The office has aged him beyond his years.


A university don, Professor Gabriel Olatunji has identified dearth of water, irregular power supply, inadequate chemicals and equipment as some of the difficulties being faced by African scientists, chemists and specifically organic chemists.

University don identifies difficulties faced by African scientists


'The Simple Life' star Nicole Richie has been granted a temporary restraining order against two pesky paparazzi who have been harassing her ``on a daily basis.''


The cotton production in the country was increased by 7.63 percent during the year 2009-10 as compared to same period of last year.

Cotton production increased by 7.63 percent:


Hurricane Omar continued its course through the western Caribbean Thursday, after sweeping through the northern Leeward Islands late Wednesday.

Hurricane Omar continues through Caribbean


A WHO expert group says a single dose of swine flu vaccine is enough to immunize adults and children over 10 against the pandemic strain.

WHO experts say single dose swine flu vaccine enough


Georgia's signed a ceasefire agreement seeking to end its conflict with Russia whose forces still occupy parts of Georgian territory.


With the end of the current fiscal year approaching, Acting Superintendent of Schools John Reed and district Business Director Ronald Bienkowski explained why the school district has implemented a budget freeze that will only allow costs that are considered ``musts'' to go through.

School district implements budget freeze


Danville Police are investigating an armed robbery Thursday night in which five men robbed a man after dragging him from his car at gunpoint.


The father of the Australian teenager caught in Bali with a small amount of marijuana says his son is ``genuinely sorry'' for the trouble he has caused.


NBA basketball betting odds have the Celtics listed as 7-point home favorites.


Local UEFA officials have been handed appointments to officiate UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League First Qualifying Round matches.

Local UEFA officials handed appointments


A boy of four cried 'Daddy's killed Mummy' and 'She's all red' after his soldier father murdered his mother in a frenzied knife attack at their home, a court heard.


AP After over 16 years of marriage, actors Bradley Whitford and Jane Kaczmarek are divorcing.


The defending NL East-champion Washington Nationals upgraded their bullpen Tuesday, signing former New York Yankees reliever Rafael Soriano to a two-year, $28 million deal.

Washington Nationals sign Rafael Soriano


A Newington fire fighter suffered a minor injury fighting a fire this afternoon.

Newington fire fighter suffers minor injury


Germany-based unified communications provider Swyx has announced the appointment of Wolfgang Schroeder as new chairman of the management board with immediate effect.

Swyx announces new chairman of the management board


Former Spain striker Raul has declared that he wants to carry on playing when his Schalke contract runs out next summer.


Niese got the nod over Ken Takahashi and a few other seasoned veterans.


Stocks ended mostly higher today after a better than expected jobs report from ADP and a mostly positive economic update from the Fed weighed against worries about higher energy prices.


iPhone maker Apple is expanding its Internet infrastructure with a new data centre in Silicon Valley, as it prepares to bring additional server and storage capacity online later this year, reports Data Center Knowledge.


A body found in Lincoln County could be that of a missing Saline County man, thought to be the victim of foul play.

Body found in Lincoln County could be missing man


Ravens defensive end Cory Redding returned to practice after missing Sunday's game with a head injury.


Starbucks Corp yesterday said it is acquiring La Boulange Bakery owner Bay Bread for $100 million in cash - the world's largest coffee chain's biggest move outside its core business and into food.

Starbucks to acquire La Boulange bakery owner Bay Bread for $100 million


West Ham signed South Africa striker Benni McCarthy from Premier League rival Blackburn on Monday as part of a drive to boost its forward line.

West Ham signs Benni McCarthy from Blackburn


The White House is commending NBA veteran Jason Collins for becoming the first active male player in the four major American professional sports to come out as gay.


The 5-member male group 'A.cian,' who had drawn attention internationally even before their debut, was finally revealed.


Iran says it will give crushing response to new US cyber attacks against its nuclear facilities.

Iran to give crushing response to US cyber attacks:


A Command Master Chief has been relieved of duty for misconduct committed while assigned to Navy Cargo Handling Battalion 4.


An Orangeburg mother has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for killing her two young sons, then putting them in her car and staging a crash into a river.

Mother sentenced to 35 years for killing two sons


Lil Wayne has been named urban songwriter of the year at the BMI Urban Awards for the second consecutive year.


US Customs and Border Protection agents confiscated more than 110 pounds of marijuana this morning at the Highway 86 checkpoint.

Agents confiscate 110 pounds of marijuana at checkpoint


Jahia, the Swiss-based open source web content integration ISV backed by the European Parliament, has picked up Virgin America as a paying customer.


Toro y Moi's contribution is ``I Will Talk To You,'' a piece of soft-focus funk with a great crashing piano line.


The revolving door of wide receivers at Dove Valley continued Tuesday when the Broncos re-signed Glenn Martinez and placed Clifford Russell on the injured reserve list.


A man suffered a serious neck injury when he was thrown from the cab of a JCB digger in North Devon on Monday.

Man suffers serious neck injury after being thrown from JCB


In a recent press release from the Mercedes GP team, Michael Schumacher revealed he felt everything was still going according to plan in terms of his return to the sport and the team's progress.

Schumacher: ``everything is still going according to plan''


Toyota announced today that it has developed the world's first* SRS rear window curtain shield airbag to protect rear passengers' heads in the event of a rear-end collision.

Toyota develops world's first rear window curtain shield airbag


Morgan Stanley lowered its 2011 EPS estimate for Websense to $0.93 from $0.98 and maintained its underweight rating and $20 price target.


Petrobras was the highest bidder for 22 blocks in Lease Sale 206, offered by the Minerals Management Service, the United States' regulatory agency that manages offshore activities.

Petrobras is highest bidder for 22 blocks


The final Wisconsin Rapids wrestler fighting criminal charges took a plea deal late Friday afternoon.

Wisconsin Rapids wrestler takes plea deal


BC-Obama, 7th Ld,0278 Obama touts aid for homeowners Eds:


In a speech to Jewish leaders in Washington, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for an ``immediate'' resumption of peace talks with the Palestinians.

Netanyahu calls for immediate resumption of peace talks


Nearly half of all Canadians - 49 per cent - said they are bracing for a bad news federal budget as the government looks for ways to wipe out the deficit, according to the poll conducted for Global News and Postmedia News.

Canadians brace for a bad news budget: poll


The US is ``not going to default,'' Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner says, warning Republicans there is ``no alternative'' to making a budget deal.


Ten women, ages 24 to 32, are facing charges of being inmates of a common bawdy house, while another woman has been charged with keeping a common bawdy house.

Women charged with being inmates of a bawdy house


The revised 'square ball' rule in Gaelic football will make its debut on Sunday the 6th of May when New York and Sligo meet at the Gaelic Park in the Bronx in the first round of the Connacht Senior Football Championship.

Sunday the 6th of May when New York and Sligo meet at the Gaelic Park in the Bronx.


A raucous capacity crowd is expected to energize the Columbus Blue Jackets in their first home playoff game ever tomorrow night.


Oil rose a dollar to above $64 a barrel on Monday, reaching the highest in almost two weeks, as equities firmed and the dollar fell on hopes of a global economic recovery.


Nvidia Corp, is offering a $230,000 grant for school and community group projects in Silicon Valley as part of its Project Inspire program.

Nvidia offers $230,000 grant to schools and community groups


Atlanta rapper TI has been released from a federal prison in Arkansas and is headed to a halfway house in Georgia.


Johnson Controls and EnergyConnect Group, Inc., a provider of smart grid demand response, today announced the signing of a merger agreement under which Johnson Controls would acquire the outstanding shares of EnergyConnect.

Johnson Controls to acquire EnergyConnect


Copenhagen - Three Danish soldiers have been sent home from Afghanistan and face charges over possessing illegal ammunition, the Jyllands-Posten newspaper reported Wednesday.

Danish soldiers sent home from Afghanistan over illegal ammunition


China is planning to recruit 100,000 college graduates to work in grassroots units for periods of two to three years by 2015.


Newly elected Afghan lawmakers plan a political showdown this weekend with President Hamid Karzai over his decision to postpone the opening session of parliament for a month so a tribunal can keep investigating allegations of election fraud.

Afghan lawmakers plan showdown with president


A release from the Governor's office says he has signed into law HB 1217, requiring a pregnant woman seeking an abortion to submit to a 3-day wait period during which time she must receive state-mandated information to better insure that her decision to terminate is not coerced.


UNC Wilmington eliminates Army with triple play Corey Dick homered and had three of UNC Wilmington's 16 hits, and the Seahawks eliminated mistake-prone Army from the NCAA tournament Saturday with a 9-5 victory that ended on a bizarre triple play.


The Virginia Tech men's basketball team, who has experienced seven close games decided by an average of 4.7 points this season, lost another close game Tuesday night.

Virginia Tech basketball loses another close game


Texas regulators should triple peak wholesale power prices to avert blackouts later this decade when electricity demand is predicted to outstrip supply, according to a report today by Brattle Group Inc.

Texas should triple wholesale prices to avert blackouts


Nigerian author Chinua Achebe dies at 82 Acclaimed Nigerian author Chinua Achebe, who wrote ``Things Fall Apart,'' died Thursday in Boston after a brief illness.


The Arizona Cardinals Football Club today announced that MIKE MILLER has been promoted to offensive coordinator.

MIKE Miller promoted to offensive coordinator


A 'solar tsunami' of supercharged gas is due to hit Earth today or tomorrow and could destroy satellites.


Farmers were urged today to sow flowers such as knapweed, yarrow and bird's-foot trefoil in field margins after research showed wild areas with flowering plants provided the best boost for wildlife.


The Delaware State Police have issued a Gold Alert for a missing Magnolia, DE man.


Lutharia's upcoming flick ``Once Upon A Time In Mumbai'' is based on a real life story.

Once Upon a Time in Mumbai is based on a real life story


Recent voter-registration data show Democrats have lost ground in key states that Obama won in 2008 - including Pennsylvania - an early-warning siren for the president's reelection campaign.


Jamie Foxx has joined the all-star cast of ``Horrible Bosses,'' New Line's workplace murder comedy being directed by Seth Gordon.


Wet streets are taking their toll already this afternoon, even before rush hour gets underway.

Wet street taking their toll this afternoon


A seemingly unexplainable fire razed an auto spare parts storage yard at Jalan Hup Kee last night resulting in losses of RM200,000.

Fire razes auto spare parts' storage yard


Villarreal goalkeeper Diego Lopez upstaged Barcelona ace Lionel Messi with a superb performance in last night's Copa del Rey clash at the Nou Camp.

Villarreal keeper Lopez upstages Barcelona's Messi


Peruvian striker Claudio Pizarro is set to leave Werder Bremen on a free transfer, the player announced on Tuesday.


Eight people were jailed on various charges at the Western Regional Jail.


Yet India has seen several female politicians who have risen to power on their own achievements.

India's female politicians have risen on their achievements


The Treasury Department said on Thursday that a net $815.9 million of government securities were stripped in March.

Net $815.9 million securities stripped in March


History in the Yorkshire Dales National Park will be brought to life during a special event in Grassington next weekend.


Labour unrest at the plant of Regency Ceramics Limited at Yanam in the Union Territory of Puducherry turned violent on Friday leading to police firing and imposition of Section 144 in the town.

Labour unrest in Regency Ceramics turns violent


Romanian-born businessman Dan David, who set up a foundation to award $1 million prizes to people who impact society in science, culture and other fields, died Tuesday.

Businessman-philanthropist Dan David dies


Ferrari's Fernando Alonso has recently stated that he is expecting the weather to play some role in helping his team at its home race, the 2011 Italian Grand Prix this weekend.

Fernando Alonso expecting weather to play a role at 2011 Italian Grand Prix --


A County Durham firm has been fined £10,500 after a worker had three fingers severed while using a bandsaw.

County Durham firm fined after worker's fingers severed


Volvo Auto India Pvt Ltd will launch its small car, V40, in June this year.

Volvo Auto to launch small car V40 in June


President Jacob Zuma arrived in New York on Tuesday to attend the 64th session of the UN General Assembly.


German Jens Voigt won the seven-day Tour of Poland that ended in Krakow on Saturday.


A world champion woman boxer will officially open a new boxing club in a Staffordshire village tomorrow.


Local students get dirty and learn about gardening at the same time.


BEIJING - China launched an experimental module to lay the groundwork for a future space station on Thursday, underscoring its ambitions to become a major space power over the coming decade.


A SPECIAL school shortlisted as the best in the country hopes to open its second shop to offer pupils work experience.

Special school hoping to open a second shop


The state's public retirement system debt has grown to nearly $17 billion, increasing $4.8 billion during the past year amid the national recession, according to information provided to the House and Senate retirement committees.

State retirement systems' debt grows $4.8 billion


Gov. David Paterson must view the recent ``back to school'' cash handout program as a lesson learned the hard way - namely that doling out taxpayer dollars with no strings attached, no oversight and no accountability will not help educate our children.

Gov. Paterson's lesson learned the hard way


Queen Elizabeth II and cities around the UK on Sunday celebrated the 60th anniversary of the British monarch's coronation.

Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 60th anniversary of coronation


Two Orange County men were arrested for allegedly buying gold, jewelry, coins and diamonds without a license, officials said today.

Two men arrested for buying gold, diamonds without license


Tyson Foods and Brookshires donated 29,000 pounds of boneless chicken to the East Texas Food Bank Thursday.

Tyson Foods and Brookshires donates 29,000 pounds of boneless chicken


A specialist in alcohol addiction is backing a study which suggests homeless people should be allowed to drink in night shelters.

Homeless should be allowed to drink in shelters


A local farm and family recently were recognized at the Colorado State Fair for keeping their farm in the family for over 100 years.


AVL, a privately owned development of powertrain systems, instrumentation and test systems, has selected Simmetrix tools for its tetrahedral meshing requirements.

AVL selects Simmetrix tools for tetrahedral meshing


President Robert Mugabe has launched new ``cheap food hampers'' while maintaining a total ban on famine relief by aid agencies in a year in which the country is expected to undergo its worst famine since independence in 1980.


In a state of the nation speech, Dmitry Medvedev also says Russia will deploy missiles in territory near NATO member Poland in response to US missile defense plans.


Three NASA aircraft will begin flights to study tropical cyclones on Aug. 15 during the agency's first major US-based hurricane field campaign since 2001.

Three NASA aircrafts to study tropical cyclones


Vietnam has set a number of broadband targets for 2015 and 2020.


HealthStream acquired Brentwood, Tenn.-based Sy.Med, whose clients include more than 115 hospitals and integrated delivery networks, for roughly $7 million.


Thomas Davis will test his surgically-repaired knee Monday, according to the Charlotte Observer.


A Maryland woman was killed this afternoon on the shoulder of eastbound I-70 near Md.


The jury ruled that 25-year-old Casey Anthony is Not Guilty of either first degree murder or manslaughtering her 2-year-old daughter Caylee in 2008.

The jury rules that Casey Anthony is Not guilty


Flood killed 5 people, two of them children, in Georgia`s capital Tbilisi on Saturday night.


The Institute of Economic Affairs on Wednesday said only four Flag bearers of the New Patriotic Party, National Democratic Congress, People's National Convention and the Convention People's Party would participate in the two presidential debates fixed for October 15 and November 12.

Only four Flag bearers to participate in Presidential Debate


President Obama and Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood leave the White House Wednesday en route to Columbus, Ohio.


The Burj Khalifa is set to remain the world's tallest building for years to come despite a skyscraper building boom in China, according to building data firm Emporis.

Burj Khalifa to remain world's tallest 'for years'


Taylor Swift, country music's darling and reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year will perform at the 44 th CMA Awards show in Nashville, organizers said Tuesday.


A fire destroyed a mobile home in Ingram at 320 Skyview in Ingram early Thursday morning.


Free-agent outfielder Josh Hamilton has the Rangers in a holding pattern at the Winter Meetings.


Egypt reopened its Rafah border with the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip on Wednesday for two days to enable students and the sick to cross, a security official said.

Egypt reopens border with Gaza for two days


England great Geoffrey Boycott warned Test cricket was ``dying'' around the world because of a lack of spectator interest and said radical action was needed to revitalise the five-day game.


Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier is to be discharged from hospital later this week after a health scare which saw him admitted with chest pains, the club said Tuesday.


AP Release A Cedar Key man has been killed in a hunting accident.

Cedar Key man killed in hunting accident


Polls will be open 7 am to 8 pm Tuesday for the bond issue vote to renovate Fairfield High School.


Telecommunications giant Nokia says it will delist from the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, with the company pinning the move on its ``decreased trading volumes''.

Nokia delists from Frankfurt Stock Exchange


Dense fog descended on the national capital this morning almost blinding commuters on streets as the temperature dipped to the season's lowest.


Some 2,700 young people from churches across London have signed up to be community volunteers during the Olympics.

2,700 young people sign up as community volunteers for Olympics


A TAIWANESE woman said on Sunday she had 'married' herself by throwing a wedding banquet.


Credit Suisse Group announced Thursday that it will cut more than 2,000 jobs after its second-quarter profits dropped by half, more than expected, due to a strong Swiss franc and a plunge in trading and investment banking earnings.

Credit Suisse to cut 2,000 jobs as profits drop


Police say they've caught one of the ``brazen burglars'' suspected in a series of recent thefts from downtown and Channelside businesses.


Ginger Punch, last year's champion older female, has been retired from racing to become a broodmare for breeder/owner Frank Stronach.


Sherbet guitarist Harvey James has lost his battle with lung cancer.


Europe has blacklisted privately-owned and State-owned airlines from 12 African countries, banning them from operating flights to Europe, according to a blacklist issued Monday by the Air Safety Committee of the European Union.

Europe blacklists airlines from 12 African countries


A 22-year-old youth was killed allegedly over a love affair in Atraulia area near here, police said today.


A report by international charity Save the Children says children as young as six years old are being sexually abused by peacekeepers and aid workers.


) RAK Airways, the national airline of Ras al-Khaimah, an emirate of the United Arab Emirates, started its service from Kozhikode in Kerala Wednesday.


In today's Washington Post we find an article entitled US military teams, intelligence deeply involved in aiding Yemen on strikes in which we find that the US is much more deeply involved in operations in Yemen than previously reported.

US military teams, intelligence deeply involved in aiding Yemen on strikes --


General manager Jim Bowden confirmed on Thursday evening that the Nationals are negotiating with the Syracuse Chiefs to be their Triple-A affiliate.


Black & Veatch has acquired Enspiria Solutions, a strategic planning and systems integration company headquartered in Denver.


Lee started his super rugby career with the Chiefs and joined the Blues this season after injuries ended the careers of David Gibson and Steve Devine.


Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Monday that he won't discipline MP Tom Lukiwski for the anti-gay comments he made on a recently discovered 1991 videotape.


WBA/IBA Light Heavyweight Champion Beibut Shumenov successfully defended his world titles for the second time, stopping 3-time world champion William Joppy in the sixth round, tonight in front of a packed house at the Ice Mansion in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.


BNP Paribas Securities Services has enhanced its FX platform 'FOX' and now offers clients passive FX hedging.

BNP Paribas Securities Services enhances its FX platform 'FOX'


NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies in New York has found that 2011 was the ninth warmest year since 1880.

2011 was the ninth warmest year since 1880:


Days after Integrated Check Post was inaugurated on the Attari/Wagah border to boost Indo-Pak trade, Indian traders have stopped sending loaded trucks to Pakistan to protest against the Central Warehouse Corporation's proposal to hike labour charges.For more info log on to: http://youtube.com/starnews

Indian traders stop loaded trucks to Pakistan


Surprise has hired a new assistant city manager and chief financial officer, City Manager Chris Hillman announced Wednesday.

Surprise hires new assistant city manager, chief financial officer


Ali Hassan al-Majid is the actual name of Chemical Ali, who was executed in Iraq shortly after news circulated of three suicide car bomb attacks near downtown Baghdad.


Newcastle boss Kevin Keegan has confirmed he will be meeting club owner Mike Ashley on Friday.


Now FIFA admits that 1,2 million World Cup tickets were left unsold.


Selena Gomez goes for the glitz and glam as she performs on stage in Boca Raton!

Selena Gomez goes for the glitz and glam!


Long distance drivers in Ho on Sunday shared the blame for accidents with some passengers who goad them to drive fast in order to reach their destinations early.

Long distance drivers blame accidents on passengers


The NBA salary cap for next season has been set at $58 million, a higher number than projected.


Lehigh Valley Health Network will be the primary tenant at the Allentown arena complex, build a sports medicine center and sponsor the Phantoms ice hockey team.

Lehigh Valley Health network will build sports medicine center


Eric Walsky scored the shootout winner for Manitoba on Saturday as the Moose downed the Toronto Marlies 2-1 in American Hockey League action.

Eric Walsky scores shootout winner as Manitoba Moose down Toronto Marlies 2-1


While meeting with evangelical leaders, Ron Paul recently stated that he would support moving the US embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.

Ron Paul support moving US embassy to Jerusalem:


A woman claimed she was robbed at gunpoint by two people she allowed to stay at her residence early Wednesday morning.


The plug was pulled on The Cure before the group finished playing last night at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, according to festival promoter Paul Tollett of Goldenvoice.


After apologising just last week for what he described as the new ``inexcusable'' delay to much hyped PS3 racer Gran Turismo 5, series director Kazunori Yamauchi has begged for forgiveness once again -- though this time it's relating to what he sees as possible technical shortcomings of the upcoming game.


Roger Clemens has pleaded not guilty to charges of lying to Congress over alleged use of performance-enhancing drugs.


Legendary all-rounder Ian Botham feels despite India being the world's number one Test side, England would go on to win the ongoing series as they have more young and vibrant players in their ranks as compared to the visitors.


Houston Pavilions, the mixed-use real estate development meant to change the downtown Houston scene but struggled early on to fill up, could be headed for a sale or foreclosure.

Houston Pavilions could be headed to sale or foreclosure


Unified CPN-Maoist Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal, who is on a three-day visit to India, today said only a prosperous and developed Nepal can ensure security, peace and stability in the region.

Only a prosperous Nepal can ensure security in region:


The Tampa Bay Rays made the expected move official, placing closer Kyle Farnsworth on the 15-day disabled list Thursday and calling up reliever Josh Lueke.

Tampa Bay Rays place Kyle Farnsworth on disabled list, call up Josh Lueke


South African sniffer dogs were being used to combat rhino poaching and the smuggling of elephant tusks, according to a report on Saturday.

Sniffer dogs used to combat rhino poaching


Sensus expands its AquaSense intelligent water management product portfolio with the addition of 8`` and 10'' meters for all models in the OMNI collection of lead-free commercial water meters.

Sensus expands the AquaSense intelligent water management


``I'm still committed to Washington,'' Jones told Canzano today, ``but I'm not willing to sign anything at this point.''

Terrence Jones: ``I'm still committed to Washington''


Denmark launched a tough austerity plan on Tuesday, slashing unemployment benefits and ministers' salaries, in line with other European countries trying to avoid the fallout from the Greek debt crisis.

Denmark launches austerity plan, slashes benefits


A 75-year-old man was flown to hospital following a crash in Ledbury on Wednesday.


After getting married five times on screen, actress Snehal Sahay, best remembered as Shalu in Banoo Main Teri Dulhann and currently seen in Sasural Simar Ka, is all set to tie the knot in real life.


Sydney, Aug 25 Warm summers in the northern and southern hemispheres may have knocked out the ice ages, says a new study.

Warm summers may have knocked out ice ages


A Florida man says he's building a replica of Noah's Ark in Miami-Dade County that will become a museum and petting zoo to raise environmental awareness.

Florida man building replica of Noah's ark


A Deer Lake man will make a court appearance in Corner Brook in July to answer to charges stemming from an incident early Friday morning.


MindTree Ltd., a global IT Solutions company, recently announced that it has been awarded the Asian Most Admired Knowledge Enterprise Award by Teleos, in association with The KNOW Network.

MindTree awarded the Asian Most Admired knowledge enterprise Award by Teleos


Lebanon on Sunday said that it will protect its borders and natural resources on Sunday, following an announcement in Jerusalem that Israel had demarcated the maritime border between the two countries.

Lebanon says it will protect its borders and resources


Gambia must immediately drop treason charges against five activists, including three journalists and an opposition politician, Amnesty International said today.

Gambia must drop treason charges against activists


Panaji, Jun 20 Goa beaches will now be covered under the disaster management plan to ensure speedy rescue during natural calamities and terrorist attack.

Goa beaches to be covered under disaster management plan


A seven-year-old boy was killed and his mother and sister seriously injured in a traffic crash on Ditty Road yesterday.


A National Football League source said Wednesday night that the Packers had filed a tampering charge with the league against the Vikings in connection with an alleged contact with Favre.


Prime Minister Najib Mikati met on Wednesday with Speaker Nabih Berri and described the sit-down as ``good.''


A man faces charges in connection with a child porn investigation, during which police seized four firearms.

Man faces charges in connection with child porn investigation


So perhaps it's not surprising that scientists have discovered babies yawn in the womb.


A single UK ticket has won the £161m Euromillions jackpot, Europe's largest-ever lottery prize.


NANTWICH-based footballer Nathan Cotterell has been awarded a prestigious soccer scholarship in the USA.

Nathan awarded a soccer scholarship in united states


A fact-finding committee set up to investigate violence against demonstrators that brought on the ousting of former President Hosni Mubarak, has charged him and former Interior Ministry Habib el-Adly of ``intentionally killing protesters,'' on Wednesday.


South Milwaukee businesses face greater health hazards to stay open during the water crisis.

South Milwaukee businesses stay open during water crisis


Taylor Momsen was in Paris doing a new photo shoot.


A KRCC guard has pleaded guilty to assaulting an inmate who called him ``a goof.''

KRCC guard pleads guilty to assaulting inmate


More than hundred residents of Uzbek village Kydyrsha in Andijan region filed a petition to Kyrgyz authorities on receiving Kyrgyz citizenship and land allotments for housing construction, Azattyk radio reported.

Residents of Uzbek village file a petition on receiving Kyrgyz citizenship


GlacialTech Inc., a division of GlacialTech has launched a series of grow light products.

GlacialTech launches a series of Grow light products


Former Vice President Al Gore, the target of ridicule by climate skeptics this winter, says he wishes global warming were an ``illusion.''

Al Gore wishes global warming were 'an illusion'


``He said it felt like spiders and bugs were on his legs. We'd massage his legs and he'd feel better.

He felt like 'spiders and bugs were on his legs'


Forbes Consulting Group today announced the availability of MindSight®, an innovative research technology that identifies and explains the specific subconscious emotions motivating consumers and professionals to buy.

Forbes Consulting announces availability of MindSight technology


US planemaker Boeing landed the first blow at this week's Farnborough Airshow, winning an order worth up to $7.2 billion from US lessor Air Lease , as a market share battle with its European rival Airbus plays out.

Boeing lands first blow at Farnborough airshow


The number of problem banks, as listed by the FDIC, continued to rise in the third quarter of 2010.

The number of problem banks rise in the third quarter


New Zealand Maori will play Ireland in Rotorua on June 18 and England in Napier on June 23.


Congress on Thursday decided not to field former test cricketer Madan Lal as its candidate from Hamirpur seat in Himachal Pradesh.

Cong not to field former cricketer Madan Lal


Former Germany international Andreas Hinkel could make a return to Stuttgart after being released by Celtic at the end of last season.


House members debated the Violence Against Women Act on Tuesday.

House debates Violence Against Women Act


Zonta Club of Johnson County participated in 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence from Nov. 25 to Friday.

Zonta participates in 16 Days of Activism


At least ten rockets fired from the Gaza Strip landed in southern Israel overnight Tuesday.

Ten rockets fired from Gaza land in southern Israel


Former Vice President Dick Cheney, who uses a left ventricular heart assist, is considering getting a heart transplant.


MaxMeyer is proud to launch an easy to use high productivity low gloss clearcoat system to match the range of matt finishes.

MaxMeyer launches high productivity low gloss Clearcoat system


But now that the hoopla, excitement and euphoria of the last few days are over it is back to reality.

After all that euphoria - it's back to reality


Though Rajon Rondo (stats)'s availability will be a game-time decision for tonight's Game 4 against Miami, he took part in this morning's walkthrough.


India car sales drop for 1st time in a decade Car sales in India fell by 6.7 percent in the past year, the first decline in a decade for the country's once-booming auto industry as it grapples with a wider economic malaise.


Billy Corgan has gone into the studio to record with his new girlfriend, Jessica Simpson.

Billy Corgan is recording with Jessica Simpson


Australian shares edged lower in early trading, with the S&P/ASX 200 index down 0.2% at 4,286.60.

Australian shares lower in early trading


With little pomp and no public availability, Gov. Charlie Crist signed the state's $70 billion state budget Friday, vetoing $371 million in lawmaker spending priorities.

Crist vetoes $371 million in lawmakers' priorities


``For today`s trade, Nifty is likely to trade in the range between 5,545 & 5,570 in the upper side and 5,500 & 5,480 in the lower side,`` said the broking house Indira Securities.

Nifty may trade in range of 5,545 & 5,570:


The President of Mongolia N.Enkhbayar received Monday the Chairmen of political parties who won seats at the 2008 Parliamentary election held June 29.

President receives Chairmen of political parties


Julia Roberts, 41, showed off her toned bikini body in Hawaii on Monday while vacationing with her husband, Danny Moder, and their three kids, 3-year-old twins Hazel and Phinnaeus and 1-year-old son, Henry.


Steve Jobs was denied an honorary knighthood in 2009 because of then Prime Minister Gordon Brown, according to a former senior Labour MP.

Steve Jobs denied knighthood by Gordon Brown:


US Border Patrol agents seized nearly 850 pounds of marijuana and recovered a stolen vehicle Tuesday.


A Hollywood power couple are ending their lawsuit against a security firm over a break-in at their Bel-Air home.Attorneys for ``The Exorcist'' director William Friedkin and former Paramount Pictures chief Sherry Lansing petitioned Wednesday for the case's dismissal.


General Motors Corp. announced Tuesday that it has canceled plans to build the 50 Cent sponsored Pontiac G8 sport truck, scheduled to go on sale this year.

GM cancels plans for 50 Cent sponsored Pontiac G8 truck


The House passed a massive $662 billion defense bill Wednesday night after last-minute changes placated the White House and ensured President Obama's ability to prosecute terrorist suspects in the civilian justice system.


A Federal Express truck ruptures a fuel line causing a minor headache for motorists in Pearl.


It has been reported that a British researcher has successfully infected himself with a computer virus and claims to be the first of its kind.

British researcher successfully infects himself with computer virus


A judge finds an Endicott man guilty of Arson in the Second Degree at Broome County Court, Monday.

Judge finds Endicott man guilty of Arson


In the ongoing poll season, Indian politics has taken over Bollywood and it's not just actors contesting and campaigning.


The State secretary for Industry, Kiala Ngone Gabriel, is working Tuesday in central Bié Province, during which he will assess the functioning of the sector in the region.

State secretary for Industry works in Bié


Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden was released from the hospital, a week after suffering what doctors described as a ``mild stroke.''


A suspect inside a Fort Wayne apartment surrendered this afternoon two hours after police arrived, shortly after a woman and three children safely left, city police said today.

Suspect surrenders two hours after police arrive


A human skull and possible bone fragments were found Thursday in the Blewett Pass area, the Chelan County Sheriff's Office said .


Last week at the Dunnville Golf and Country Club, the Lions held their annual appreciation night to show their thanks to those who offer their time and talents to make Dunnville a better place to live for everyone.


The US ambassador to Mexico has resigned, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton announced Saturday, weeks after Mexican President Felipe Calderon said diplomatic cables written by the envoy damaged bilateral ties.


Srinagar, March 25:Following the recent surge in militant attacks in Srinagar, troops say they're anticipating a ``hot summer'' in the run-up to Assembly elections.


McLaren's Jenson Button has recently stated that he is hoping to apply some added pressure on his team's rivals Red Bull Racing at the upcoming Belgian Grand Prix in order to take the advantage.

Jenson Button hoping to apply some added pressure on Red Bull Racing --


The Rams say they are looking to win their second game of the season on Sunday, not land the first overall pick.


Seoul shares opened higher on Thursday with gains led by Korea Exchange Bank on news Lone Star would resume selling its stake in the firm, but rises were limited ahead of the central bank's interest rate decision.


In Hollywood's Golden Age, Myrna Loy was a lovely paradox -- a champagne-tippling sophisticate on-screen in her many roles opposite the dapper William Powell and a budding humanitarian off-screen with values that belied glittery show-business extravagance.


Two Zimbabwe opposition politicians were arrested today as they entered parliament to be sworn in.

Zimbabwean opposition politicians arrested


Gyan picked up a thigh injury over the weekend while playing for Rennes in the French Ligue 1 and would now be unavailable for the game against Stabæk IF.


The state Parole Board on Thursday recommended executive clemency for three inmates serving life sentences for murder.

Parole board recommends clemency for three serving life sentences


The Sheikh of Al-Azhar, Dr. Ahmad Al-Tayeb, has said that he opposes normalization with Israel and dialogue with Israeli elements, including rabbis.

Sheikh of Al-Azhar opposed to normalization with Israel


The anime production company Aniplex of America announced at its panel at Otakon on Saturday that it will release the Durarara!! television anime series in a ``Limited-Edition Blu-Ray Lunch Box Set.''


Former India football captain IM Vijayan, who recently acquired an AFC 'B' license, on Saturday began his coaching career with CFL premier division club Southern Samity.


UKTV, 50/50 JV between Virgin Media and BBC Worldwide, has extended its partnership with Red Bee Media.

UKTV extends partnership with Red Bee Media


Queensland autism sufferers face a ``black hole'' of depression and unemployment when they finish their school studies because transitional services are inadequate, a support group says.


As of Dec. 1, the 2012 dog license was made available to purchase at the Fiscal Office Service Department and at local vendors such as Falls Hardware in Cuyahoga Falls.

2012 dog licenses are available for purchase


Michael D'Agostino has left Blackpool after his contract with the Championship outfit was cancelled by mutual consent.The Canadian winger, 21, arrived at Bloomfield Road on trial in the summer of 2007 and was given a 12-month contract with an option for a further year.


Middlesex County has announced its 19 seasonal influenza/pneumococcal vaccination clinics which are scheduled from Sept. 9 through Oct. 23 in communities served by the Middlesex County Public Health Department.

Middlesex County announces vaccination clinics


A school principal here has been arrested for duping dozens of students hoping to take the Class 10 Central Board of Secondary Education examination, police said Tuesday.

School principal arrested for duping students


Syria rebels take military airbase Updated: 08:55, Saturday February 16, 2013 Syrian rebels captured a military airbase in the north on Friday and geared up for a major battle against loyalists as the opposition said it refuses to accept President Bashar al-Assad in talks on the 23-month conflict.


Death Rally, an on-wheels action game featuring top-down vehicular gunfights, is coming to iPhone and iPad.

Car combat game Death Rally coming to iPhone and iPad


Okanagan Film Commissioner, Jon Summerland, says the feature film 'Pressed,' is coming to shoot in Kelowna in October.


A fire in the control tower halted traffic at the Prague airport on Saturday morning, a spokeswoman told AFP.


``Former head of special services is ready to pay the penalty if he is found guilty'', said Murat Sutalinov's lawyer Kubanychbek Tashtalbaev on press conference in 24.kg news agency.

Former head of special services is ready to pay the penalty if he is found guilty --


Tom Cruise will file a rival divorce case against Katie Holmes, his lawyer has said, adding that they were letting the ``other side play the media until they wear everyone out''.

Tom Cruise to file rival divorce case against Katie Holmes


The City of Charlotte has rolled out Ventyx Service Suite enterprise mobile workforce management solution to improve the productivity and efficiency of its mobile field service workforce.

City of Charlotte rolls out Ventyx mobile workforce management solution


A Target employee was arrested and charged with grand theft for allegedly stealing money from the cash register, according to Lee County Sheriff's Office reports.

Target employee arrested for grand theft


Vueling Airlines, the new-generation airline, increased its February load factor by 2.4 percentage points, growing from 64.6% in 2008 to 67.0% in 2009.

Vueling increased its load factor by 2.4 points


A sex offender will be released Tuesday from the Department of Community Corrections, and he is expected to live in Stevens Point.

Sex offender to be released Tuesday to live in Stevens Point


Before tackling any of their partys broad, long-term legislative priorities, President-elect Obama and Democratic leaders in Congress should focus on rebuilding Americans basic trust in government, according to a new report by the centrist Democratic group Third Way.

Obama, Democrats should rebuild trust in government


A new award has been launched to recognise effective use of design by Singapore companies.

New award launched to recognise effective use of design


Reports in Italy are suggesting that Manchester City striker Robinho has agreed terms with Serie A side AC Milan, following the news earlier today that the club's owner Silvio Berlusconi was keen on signing the Brazil international.


THE PHILIPPINES may soon acquire six fighter jets within the next five years, high-ranking defense and military officials said on Friday.

Philippines may acquire six fighter jets within five years


Max Takes a Breath is an Internet flash game for PC and notebook is a game of platform.


Prime Minister Syed Raza Gilani Thursday said that all political parties should show political maturity and decent conduct during any political activity particularly the elections.

All political parties should show political maturity:


A MOBILE phone company which is axing up to 120 call centre jobs in the North-East plans to open 30 stores by the end of the year.


Jack Neo's wife has forgiven him for his 2 year- extramarital affair with a 22 year old model, Ms Zhong Jiayan, Lianhe Wanbao reports.

Jack Neo's wife forgives him for 2-year extramarital affair with 22 year old model


Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. said Monday it has signed a multiyear deal to distribute Relativity Media productions in the United States.

Lions Gate signs deal with Relativity Media


Nike Inc. has suspended its contract with Oscar Pistorius, the double-amputee runner from South Africa charged with premeditated murder in the Valentine's Day killing of his girlfriend.

Nike suspends contract with Oscar Pistorius


The prime ministers of states in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization met today in the Russian city of St. Petersburg.

Sco prime ministers meet in St. Petersburg


Prime Sense, a Tel Aviv, Israel-based developer of technology that can enable digital devices with 3D vision, has raised $20.4 million in second-round funding.


Congo international goalkeeper Yves Makabu-Makalambay has joined League Championship outfit Swansea City on a season-long loan.

Congo goalkeeper Yves Makabu-Makalambay joins Swansea


An Orange County inmate got a taste of freedom for Christmas after escaping from protective custody at a local hospital.

Orange County inmate escapes from hospital


Game Group saw sales growth slow to 11.4 per cent in the 44 weeks ended 29 November, down from 44.1 per cent in the same period last year but recent trading has been substantially worse - for the last 18 weeks of the period like-for-like growth fell to just 1.5 per cent.


On Thursday, January 26, at 6:00pm, Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries will deliver his State of the District address at Pratt Institute.

Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries to deliver State of the District address


By Sonia OxleyLONDON - Aston Villa appointed Alex McLeish as manager on Friday, less than a week after the Scot triggered a legal dispute by quitting neighbours and arch-rivals Birmingham City by email.


A man and a woman died in an early morning motorcycle crash on the Near Eastside, police said.


With an opening quarter of :26.4, it looked like the harness racing fillies & mares open would be a fast mile but no one figured Betterluvnexttime would set a new track record.

Betterluvnexttime sets a new track record


The major averages are hovering firmly in positive territory after ending the previous session in the red.

Major averages hovering firmly in positive territory


Melbourne, July 17 Cricket Australia today lifted the ban on New South Wales pacer Aaron Bird after biomechanical analysis of his bowling action showed that it complied with CA's tolerance level.

Cricket Australia lifts ban on nsw bowler Aaron Bird


The US envoy for war crimes says the US will attend an annual meeting of the International Criminal Court, a body it has so far refused to participate in.


The Titans trail the Cleveland Browns 6-0 after the first quarter behind two field goals from PHil Dawson.


Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, has expanded its existing codeshare agreement with Brussels Airlines to include Paris and Manchester , via the airline's European hub in Brussels.

Jet Airways expands codeshare agreement with Brussels Airlines


With 99% of the vote counted, Obama won Mississippi by a whopping 24 points, geting 61% of the vote to Clinton's 37%.


Peterborough`s Lee Frecklington has set himself a deadline of September 11 to return to first-team action.


MediaCorp actor Christopher Lee will not be leaving the company even as he signs on with an overseas artiste management company, MediaCorp clarified in a statement yesterday.

Actor Christopher Lee will not be leaving MediaCorp


Paul Frank announced today that it has launched its second annual nationwide ``Role Model'' Contest.

Paul Frank announces second nationwide ``Role Model'' Contest


The DRC faced a tense electoral standoff on Saturday after incumbent Joseph Kabila was named the winner of last week's polls and rival Etienne Tshisekedi rejected the results, declaring himself president.


Chinese basketball star Yao Ming will resume full training next month and hopes to join the Chinese national men's basketball team at the end of June.

Yao Ming to resume full training next month


CONSOL Energy Inc. has refinanced $102.865 million of industrial development bonds associated with its 100%-owned CNX Marine Terminal in the Port of Baltimore, Maryland.

CONSOL Energy refinances industrial development bonds


Money manager Putnam Investments said it plans to cut fees on retail mutual funds as a way to draw in assets at a time the industry has lost billions of dollars because of the financial crisis.


A Daleville tree-removal contractor was seriously injured when he fell out of a large maple tree that he was removing from 1300 E. Fifth St. on Saturday afternoon.


Investment opportunities in Brazil are being recognised by investors, according to a new survey by F&C.

Investment opportunities in Brazil recognised


UK newspaper The Sun has launched its official iPad app this morning, charging £4.99 for the initial download, and then a £4.99 subscription every 28 days.


Strikeforce heavyweight Lavar ``Big'' Johnson was one of five victims shot Sunday afternoon during a family reunion and Independence Day celebration in Bakersfield, California.

Lavar Johnson shot during Independence Day celebration


Twenty-eight-year-old Nepali social worker Pushpa Basnet was named the 2012 CNN 'Hero of the Year' amid a ceremony in Los Angeles yesterday night.

Pushpa Basnet named CNN Hero of the Year


COMEDY CENTRAL greenlights ``Workaholics'' from Avalon Television, Inc. and Gigapix Studios, it was announced today by Kent Alterman, head of original programming and production, COMEDY CENTRAL.

Comedy CENTRAL greenlights 'Workaholics'


Authorities in Menominee County continue to look this morning for a 45-year-old man who may have drowned Monday afternoon in Legend Lake.


Demi Lovato headed back the treatment center she attended, but this time it was as a speaker.

Demi Lovato heads back to treatment center, but as a speaker!


BJP should project Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as its leader in the next Lok Sabha elections and change its priorities if it wants to return to power, Yoga guru Baba Ramdev said today.

Bjp should project Narendra Modi in Lok Sabha elections:


Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss has been hospitalized for a few months with an undisclosed form of cancer, someone with knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports.

Lakers owner Jerry Buss has been hospitalized for months


The Waverley has been saved for another season at least, the charity behind the world's oldest paddleboat steamer has announced.


Former Leeds United and Eintracht Frankfurt striker Tony Yeboah has admitted he used a fake passport to change his date of birth.


Fergie put on a brave face as she appeared on 'Saturday Night Live' with Black Eyed Peas.

Fergie puts on brave face on 'Saturday Night Live'


North Korean leader Kim Jong-il has watched a military performance, the North's news agency reported Sunday amid mounting speculation over his health.

'Kim Jong-il watched military performance'


Today DataChambers, a North Carolina-based information technology firm, announced it has earned a five-year contract extension from Charlotte Pipe, the nation's leading maker of cast iron and plastic pipes and fittings.


A leukotriene antagonist tablet called montelukast can help to prevent asthma symptoms in children over 2 years old.

Leukotriene antagonist tablets to prevent asthma symptoms


The Energy Department will install 18 fuel cell backup power systems at 8 US military posts as part of a partnership with the Defense Department, Reuters reports.

Energy Department installs fuel cells at military posts


The Sensex of the Bombay Stock Exchange rose by 447.09 points in the opening session today along, spurred by strong global cues after the world major central banks decided to provide cheap US dollar loans to European banks.

Bse Sensex rises by 447.09 points in opening session


An RV caught fire in La Cresta Friday as the owner was returning home from having it serviced in Murrieta.


Bond was set at $100,000 for a Heath man accused of raping a woman while she slept next to her children.

Heath man accused of raping woman as she slept next to children


The Goldens' Holiday House, an annual holiday bazaar especially for animal lovers, opens Dec. 3 with more than 30 themed trees for visitors.


A high-risk, teenaged Winnipeg car thief who killed a 55-year-old cab driver with a speeding, stolen SUV is being allowed to serve the final year of his sentence in open custody...

Teenaged Winnipeg car thief allowed to serve the final year of his sentence in open custody


Department store Debenhams is to raise £323m through a placing and open offer to reduce its debt burden and improve its ability to acquire retail assets that may arise if the economic downturn persists.


The Central Board of Direct Taxes on Tuesday said the power of phone tapping of suspected tax evaders continued to remain with it and there has been no change in the government policy in this regard.

Powers of phone tapping continue to remain with us:


He was sentenced Friday to 35 years in prison for each of the three murders.

Hernandez sentenced to 35 years in prison


Pawan Kalyan starrer Telugu movie Komaram Puli is likely to go for censor in next week as it will complete its post-production by then.


Help may be on the way for a lone pelican stranded in Rock Island County for several weeks after some 50 others in its flock flew south.

Lone pelican stranded in Rock Island County


Microsoft update informs the video game lovers that the new Xbox experience release time is tomorrow.

Microsoft updates on new Xbox Experience release time


More mushers, including rookie Nicolas Petit, have reached Nome in the 2011 Iditarod.


US Vice President Joe Biden in Athens promised that the United States will stand by Greece as it tackles a difficult debt crisis in the country.

Us Vice President Biden promised that the United States will stand by Greece


TheBlaze's SE Cupp broke down emotionally during ``The Cycle'' on MSNBC Friday as she discussed the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn. According to officials, 27 people were killed in the shooting, including as many as 20 children.

SE Cupp breaks down emotionally while discussing Sandy Hook Elementary school massacre


``The Kansas City Chiefs have hired Romeo Crennel as their new head coach.

Kansas City Chiefs hire Romeo Crennel as coach


Former Padres pitching coach Dave Smith died Wednesday afternoon after suffering an apparent heart attack at his Carmel Valley home.

Former pitching coach Dave Smith dies of an apparent heart attack


A 47-year-old man drowned in Fox Lake Saturday night after leaving an unsecured boat and going for a swim.


Yesterday Corey Haim was laid to rest in his hometown of Toronto.


The Tim Robbins starring creeper, JACOB'S LADDER is hitting Blu-Ray thanks to Lionsgate.


I don't know how long Michael Ramirez has been in a coma, but after seeing his cartoon in Monday's Republic I think it is way past time to pull the life-support plug.


Sylvia and Alvin Miller of Mayfield Heights recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with their family.

Millers celebrate 70th wedding anniversary


President Obama addressed the US Chamber of Commerce last night in a speech that reiterated many of the points he had made in his State of the Union address.

Obama addresses the us Chamber of Commerce


Trend News Z.Novosvitski / Such understanding as energy blackmail is oftenly used in the contemporary world, said Victor Yushchenka, President of Ukraine, in his speech during the opening ceremony of the Energy summit in Kiev.

Energy blackmail oftenly used in contemporary world:


Each school's teacher of the year was recognized at an end of the year breakfast held at the high school.


Twitter News Leader 9 has learned that Kansas-based Cessna will shut down its Columbus operations.


Nestle finds horsemeat in pasta dishes Updated: 16:24, Tuesday February 19, 2013 Nestle has become the latest retailer hit by Europe's horsemeat scandal and is removing pasta meals from supermarket shelves in Italy and Spain.


Harrow Borough manager Dave Anderson admits he faces a difficult task rebuilding the squad after losing nine players this summer.

Harrow Borough boss Dave Anderson faces difficult task rebuilding squad


The Rwanda Basketball team will hold a two-week training camp in France in preparation for the Africa Basketball Championship next month in Madagascar.

Rwanda Basketball team to camp in France


A toddler has died at a northern NSW property and a crime scene has been set up by police.


Royce Woolridge and Brock Motum combined for 28 points to help Washington State beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 66-38 on Saturday and end a three -game losing streak.

Washington State beats Arkansas-Pine Bluff 66-38


Tata DoCoMo has brought comics over cell phone now.


AspireHR, an industry leader in SAP HCM software and consulting, has relocated its corporate headquarters to offices in Dallas, Texas.

AspireHR relocates corporate headquarters


Japan has switched off its last functioning nuclear reactor, leaving the country without atomic power for the first time in four decades.


US President Barack Obama said Tuesday that the threat from climate change is serious, urgent and growing.

Obama says threat from climate change serious, urgent, growing


The French government is warning against excessive cell phone use by children in the country.

French warn against cell phone use by children


Bradford Bulls winger Shaun Ainscough has been ruled out until August after undergoing ankle surgery.


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

Malaysia Airlines takes delivery of its first A380


The Geminid meteor shower 2012, the final major meteor shower of every year and likely to be the best, peaks overnight this Thursday and Friday, and you may be able to see a great show on either side of those dates.

Geminid meteor shower peaks Thursday, Friday


The IAF struck four targets, including smuggling tunnels, in Gaza overnight on Tuesday.


Zimbabwe's opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai will attend a summit next week aimed at saving a troubled power-sharing accord, his party's spokesman said.


Egyptian inflation eased for the fourth straight month in May, making it less likely that the central bank will soon raise interest rates.

Egyptian inflation eases for fourth straight month


West End students celebrate Earth Day with a 20-foot inflatable Earth dome made from high resolution satellite images.


ExtendMedia Corp., a Newton company that helps media companies monetize their video content, said it has raised $10 million in Series C funding from previous backers.


FLSmidth & Co has appointed Carsten Lund as group Executive vice-president and member of the group executive management from July.

FLSmidth appoints executive vice-president


A priest has been arrested for murder in Vrischgewagte near Mahikeng, North West police said on Saturday.


Connecticut officials are warning an online T-shirt retailer to stop selling items featuring slain UConn football player Jasper Howard or face a lawsuit.

Conn. warns online retailer to stop selling items featuring slain UConn player Jasper Howard


From today 85% LTV is back for buy to let mortgages.


A MOTHER spoke of her despair last night after her house was burgled while she supported her 13-year-old girl through a serious operation.

MOTHER speaks of despair after house burgled


Intel has just released its new Sandy Bridge-E chip for ``enthusiasts'' who have shedloads of cash.


ANOTHER woman has come forward to claim she had a secret nine-month affair with Dominique Strauss-Kahn that eventually drove her to attempt suicide.

Another woman claims secret affair with Strauss-Kahn


Apple is set to make its highest iPhone sales record yet during the current quarter, CEO Tim Cook has predicted.

Apple set to make record iPhone sales this quarter - Tim Cook


Wigan Athletic midfield man James McCarthy has been named in the Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming Euro qualifiers against Andorra and Armenia, the games are set to take place on Friday October 7th and Tuesday October 11th respectively.

James McCarthy named in Republic of Ireland squad


Mid-tier IT services firm MindTree on Monday posted a 115.3% jump in net profit for the fourth quarter ended March 2012.

MindTree posts 115.3% jump in net profit


China has launched a data relay satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in Sichuan Province.


Former All Blacks halfback Byron Kelleher confirmed on Thursday that he has quit French Top 14 rugby side Stade Francais.


Azerbaijan, Baku, 11 April /TrendNews corr S. Ilhamgizi/ ``The Israeli Parliament does not recognize the fictional Armenian genocide,'' Israel's former Ambassador to Azerbaijan Eitan Nae said to journalists.

Israeli Parliament does not recognize fictional Armenian genocide --


The Boy Scouts of America has moved into the 21st century by enabling members to aim for merit badges in the realm of science, technology, engineering and maths.

The Boy scouts of America moves into 21st century


Omaha firefighters voted to approve a new contract, now it will head to the Omaha City Council to seal the deal.


A Virginia man who quit the Iowa Lakes Community College wrestling team in December is facing drug and theft charges after a report of shoplifting last weekend at an Estherville business.

Virginia man facing drug and theft charges


Lance Inc. is merging with fellow snack maker Snyder's of Hanover Inc., known for its Snyder's brand of pretzels and chips.

Lance to merge with snack maker Snyder's of Hanover


Home Minister P.Chidambaram is visiting Jammu Wednesday to review the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir as well assess the efforts for the rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandit migrants.


The Bottle Shop is now paying its dues after a store clerk sold alcohol to a minor.

Bottle Shop paying dues for selling alcohol to minor


Billings golfer Mike Grob finished in a seven-way tie for 40th place Sunday at the $250,000 Canadian Tour Championship.


Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. AJ Nicholson, says Jamaica will continue to promote technical and economic co-operation with developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean.

Jamaica continues to promote technical and economic co-operation


Actress Reese Witherspoon and Hollywood agent Jim Toth are engaged, Us Weekly reported Tuesday.


Chocolate train steams into record books Updated: 09:08, Wednesday November 21, 2012 A chocolate artist has set a new world record after creating a 34 metre long train, entirely out of chocolate.


He says that he will go into the market soon to search for other players that will reinforce his squad.


Finnish rock band Poets of the Fall, famous for their hit numbers 'Carnival of Rust' and 'Late Goodbye', are all set to perform in India at the end of this month.


A Rancho Cordova couple who left their 7-week-old baby in the car while they gambled at Thunder Vally Casino near Lincoln has a sentencing date of August 25 after pleading no contest to felony child abuse.

Couple plead no contest to felony child abuse


LucasArts is ``not shutting the door on PC'', despite the lack of a PC version of upcoming Star Wars game The Force Unleashed.

LucasArts: 'we're not shutting the door on PC'


The East Mississippi Community College offensive line will have a decidedly local flavor at 7 tonight when the Lions play host to Mississippi Gulf Coast at the new Sullivan-Windham Field.

EMCC offensive line will have local flavor


A local radio personality known for promoting community issues was charged Sunday with misdemeanor domestic violence.

Radio personality charged with domestic violence


Former Miss Venezuela Eva Ekvall died of breast cancer at an early age of 28 on Saturday.

Former Miss Venezuela Eva Ekvall dies of breast cancer


The City is launching a tree watering bag pilot project in an effort to make watering more efficient.

City launches tree watering bag pilot project


A judge will hear one city union's argument stating the potential consent agreement between the state and the city should be thrown out.


Utility firm National Grid has launched an employee assistance programme for its 9,000 UK staff.

National Grid launches employee assistance programme


CHRONIC heart failure patients in Highland are enjoying a better quality of life for longer, thanks to the work of the Heart Failure Service, which is run jointly by NHS Highland and British Heart Foundation Scotland.

Heart failure patients enjoying better quality of life


Taipei, Aug. 22 A world-renowned ultramarathon runner and a percussionist have been named as new national policy advisers, said Presidential Office spokesman Fan Chiang Tai-chi Wednesday.

Ultramarathon runner, percussionist named as national advisers


Lausanne - Asafa Powell ran the fastest 100m of the year as he won at the Diamond League meeting in Lausanne on Thursday.


Iran plans to boost gasoline production by using petrochemical refineries to cope with any illegal sanctions.


An Egyptian court has ordered the government to ban pornographic internet websites in order to protect society and its values.

Egypt court orders ban of pornographic websites


Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the Kumbh Mela in Allahabad on February 12, apparently due to ``security reasons'', sources said today.

Narendra Modi unlikely to attend Kumbh Mela


Maryland officials say a truck driver died when a granite slab fell on him while he was unloading the stone.

Maryland truck driver dies when granite slab falls on him


NewPage Corporation today announced that it plans to take approximately 150,000 tons of market-related downtime during the first quarter of 2009.

NewPage to take 150,000 tons of downtime in first quarter of 2009


Simpson Housing Group has added a second Atlanta multi-family property to its portfolio with the purchase of Westchester at Buckhead.

Simpson Housing adds to Atlanta multi-family portfolio


Alanis Morissette is expecting a baby boy with husband MC Souleye.


Several key aspirants for county and parliamentary seats from Bungoma and Trans Nzoia are set to join UDF as soon as Deputy Prime Minister Musalia Mudavadi returns home from his trip to the US and Britain.


Parameswari of Palakkad hogged the limelight by winning her second gold medal even as Kannur took the overall lead with 80 points on the second day of the 38th Kerala Police athletic meet at the Chandrasekharan Nair stadium here on Tuesday.


The Swedish government postpones a planned tax cut.


An infant killed in a fire that took place in Kabilas of Chitwan on Thursday night.


Nigeria's acting President Goodluck Jonathan has dissolved the cabinet five weeks after taking over executive powers from ailing President Umaru Yar'Adua.

Acting President Goodluck Jonathan dissolves cabinet


Orange Armenia, a subsidiary of France Telecom, and Research In Motion, a provider of wireless solutions, have introduced the BlackBerry solution in Armenia.

Orange Armenia and Research in Motion introduce BlackBerry solution in Armenia


A Nato air strike that killed eight young Afghans last week was not co-ordinated with Afghan police, the interior minister said yesterday, contradicting what the force said after the incident.

Nato air strike was not co-ordinated : minister


EVERY royal wedding needs a right royal stag do, and that's exactly what was had at the Wilton Arms and Bridge Inn.


The Nigerian government has released four improved cassava varieties that will help boost production and keep the country in the lead as the world's largest producer of the root crop.

Nigeria releases four improved cassava varieties to boost production


A study released today by the online insurance information provider InsWeb supports the common perception that car insurance for young drivers costs more than insurance for other drivers.


Guide dogs for foreigners attending the Beijing Paralympic Games will enjoy easy entry into China, as local authorities have promised streamlined quarantine procedures.


Google announced that it will soon stop selling the Nexus One online and will work with wireless carriers to offer a better buying experience.


It's the forth time in 11 seasons the Stanley Cup is headed back to Detroit, Michigan.

Detroit Red Wings are Stanley Cup champs!


MBNA has launched a market leading credit card deal for people looking to pay down their debts.


Former England captain Phil Vickery has been forced to retire from rugby with immediate effect after suffering yet another neck injury, his club Wasps have confirmed.


A 36-year-old man drowned in Ocean City, NJ, Wednesday, police said.


A total of 2,480 students who applied for re-checking their answer sheets of SSC and its equivalent examinations got fresh result yesterday.


South Africa won the toss and chose to field Friday against England in the first one-day international, which was delayed by rain at Sophia Gardens.

South Africa wins toss and fields vs. England


A printing press operator in Tamil Nadu got a new lease of life, when his seven severed fingers were reattached through a 14-hour microsurgery at a city hospital.

Seven severed fingers reattached through microsurgery


After becoming a producer, author, performance artist, student and poet, Hollywood actor James Franco is now turning columnist for men`s magazine Playboy.

James Franco turning columnist for Playboy magazine


Full-service telecommunications wholesale aggregator, Telcoinabox, has merged its Australian and New Zealand management teams to create one local team at its ANZOC offices in Sydney.

Telcoinabox merges Australian and New Zealand management teams


A Wildwood man has been charged in a Bushnell bank robbery, Sumter County sheriff's officials said on Thursday.


LCD Soundsystem frontman James Murphy snubbed Janet Jackson when she asked him to write a ``funky and dirty'' track for her.


In an advertising campaign funded by Barack Obama's camp, Alicia Keys asks you to vote for change.


A SCOTS health board is considering sending patient X-rays abroad to cover its critical staff shortage.

SCOTS health board considers sending patient X-rays abroad


The Federation Council has approved the trade law passed by the State Duma on December 18.


A former Bexar County jail guard serving a two-year prison sentence was granted shock probation Friday.

Former Bexar County jail guard granted shock probation


Balqon Corporation , a developer of electric vehicles, drive systems and lithium battery storage devices, has received a $630,000 contract from the Port of Los Angeles to retrofit six electric powered yard tractors, converting battery packs from lead acid batteries to higher energy density lithium batteries to increase the daily range of the vehicles.

Balqon receives contract from the Port of Los Angeles to retrofit electric yard tractors


Dow Chemical Co. said Monday it will slash 5,000 full-time jobs , about 11 percent of its total work force , close 20 plants and sell several businesses to reign in costs amid the economic recession.

Dow Chemical to slash 5,000 jobs, close 20 plants


A wildland fire in rural Yamhill County Saturday afternoon claimed the life of a Carlton man.

Wildland fire claims life of Carlton man


The UK market is rising in afternoon trading Tuesday, reversing early losses, as positive economic data dumped worries about Greece's downgrade.


Delta Air Lines is expanding its flight network with enhanced offerings to Latin America and Europe.

Delta expands network with offerings to Latin America, Europe


Interior and design companies are still owed millions of dirhams by developers on residential and commercial projects as the Dubai real estate market remains sluggish, said people in the industry yesterday at the official inauguration of the interiors and design exhibition INDEX.

Interior and design companies owed millions


The BSE Sensex turned positive after opening 1.1 percent lower on Wednesday as investors hunted for bargains in the battered market that had fallen 6.2 percent in the previous two days.

BSE Sensex turns positive after opening lower


Caster Semenya made a rare public appearance to launch her own sports academy on Wednesday, saying only she would decide her running future.

Caster Semenya makes rare public appearance to launch sports academy; will decide future


A WHITLAND man who was convicted of possessing indecent images of children still denies his guilt, a court heard.

Man convicted of possessing indecent images still denies guilt


Company treasurer Gerry Laderman said Continental has insurance policies with AIG and fuel-hedging contracts with bankrupt Lehman Brothers.

Continental has insurance with AIG, contract with Lehman Bros.


ZeniMax Media, parent company of Bethesda Softworks and id Software, today announced that they have received a $150 million investment from Providence Equity Partners.

ZeniMax Media receives $150 million investment


Thousands of South African public service workers seeking higher wages walked off the job on Thursday, with union leaders saying the strike could set the stage for nearly a million workers downing tools next week.


The SS Badger is extending its season on Lake Michigan in order to transport equipment for the wind power industry.


It's called my ``It Seemed Like A Good Idea at the Time'' list.


Google is in late-stage negotiations to buy Twitter, in what would be a blockbuster pairing between the Internet goliath and one of the industry's hottest upstarts.


The first time a climber lays eyes on Everest, it's hard not to imagine what it was like when Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay topped out on the world's highest peak shortly before noon on May 29, 1953.For almost everyone who studied the pictures of his epic first ascent with Tenzing, Hillary stood for adventure.


Comedy legend Frank Sidebottom has died after he was found collapsed at his home in Hale.

Frank Sidebottom dies after collapsing at home


The 10 most expensive weapons systems in the world total $868 billion in research and development and manufacturing costs.

The 10 most expensive weapons in the world total $868 billion


The University of Cincinnati football team held its media day and a single 20-period practice at the Higher Ground Conference and Retreat Center Friday in West Harrison, Ind.

Football holds media day along with practice Friday


The Ministry of Health received a grant from the World Bank valued at US$501,744.00 for an Avian and Human Influenza Detection and Response Project.

Ministry of Health receives grant from World Bank


Figures just released by the Ministry of Social Development show that DPB numbers have risen in many centres over the past year.


By WAMU 88.5 By Natalie Neumann The Washington National Opera is scaling back its production schedule and cutting staff to tackle a budget crisis.


A 58-year-old woman from Hull is seriously injured in hospital after being knocked down while crossing the road.

Women seriously injured after being knocked down


Nyfix is migrating trading on its US-based Millennium dark pool to a new high performance technology architecture that the firm says will significantly improve performance for clients.

Nyfix migrates Millennium dark pool to new technology architecture


Ethiopian troops have reportedly returned to the war-ravaged Somalia amid a transitional government crackdown on al-Shabaab fighters.


As of the end of October, the city was owed $51.7 million in outstanding Provincial Offences Act fines, including $49.5 million greater than 90 days old.

City owed $51.7 million in outstanding fines


Chinese police have shot dead two suspects being hunted for a deadly attack in the restive western region of Xinjiang, which an exiled regional leader blamed on Beijing's hardline policies towards her people.


Spartacus actor Andy Whitfield died Sunday in Australia at the age of 39 due to complications of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, which Whitfield suffered from since being diagnosed early last year.

Spartacus actor Andy Whitfield dies at 39


SACRAMENTO, Calif. On the heels of the completion of the massive Interstate 5 project, the summer of road construction continues with street resurfacing all across the city.


MSNBC said today it has suspended David Shuster for an indefinite period of time.


Proenza Schouler will be designing a costume jewelry line.


Chelsea see Arsenal winger Theo Walcott as their next transfer aim during winter transfer window.

Chelsea see Walcott as their next transfer aim


Finmeccanica, a world leader in the aerospace, defense and security industry, announced to have successfully completed its acquisition of DRS Technologies,, a leading supplier of integrated defense electronics products, services and support.

Finmeccanica completes acquisition of DRS Technologies


A well-known Mount Washington restaurant was heavily damaged in a weekend fire.


A disbarred Jackson bankruptcy lawyer was sentenced to 32 months in federal prison for defrauding clients out of thousands of dollars.

Jackson lawyer sentenced to 32 months in prison


Dublin - An Irish bishop who was private secretary to three popes begged forgiveness from victims of child sex abuse in his diocese on Wednesday, as his resignation was accepted by the Vatican.


A former small-town Georgia mayor was arrested on the Florida Panhandle for allegedly driving the getaway car in a bank robbery.

Former Georgia mayor arrested in bank robbery


Hollywood star Goldie Hawn dresses up for sex with boyfriend Kurt Russell, she has revealed.

Goldie Hawn dresses up for sex with Kurt Russell


Mid Michigan Republican Tim Walberg is pushing an energy plan that would encourage the expansion of anything that keeps America Rolling.

Republican Tim Walberg pushing energy plan


Pakistan is preparing to open the crucial NATO supply route to Afghanistan, a top US commander based in Afghanistan has said, noting that there were signs of improvement in bilateral ties.


British Prime Minister Gordon Brown warned Iran yesterday that it must freeze sensitive nuclear work or face more sanctions, in the first address by a British premier to the Israeli parliament.


The death of Tom Johnson, the 83-year-old man who dropped a lit cigarette onto his pajamas at his Brown Edge home last month, awakened fire fighters in North Staffordshire to encourage people to quit smoking.

Fire fighters encourage people to quit smoking


Globespan, the collapsed Scottish airline that stranded thousands of travellers overseas, was ``badly let down'' by the company handling its credit card bookings, according to a Holyrood cabinet secretary.


Lady Gaga says she's a terrible poker player -- but great at faking it in bed.

Lady Gaga says she is great at faking it in bed


Now 52 weeks until scheduled completion, First Baptist Church of Dallas celebrated construction progress for its new downtown home by honoring the man who made it happen.

First Baptist Dallas celebrates construction progress


LEIGHTON GLYNN and his team-mates are enjoying every blessed minute of their fantastic run in the All-Ireland qualifiers.


Property website Rightmove is today reporting a 77% increase in profits adding it believes advertisers are more likely to switch to the web in an attempt to curb costs.

Property website Rightmove reports 77% increase in profits


Haryana Governor Dr. ARKidwai expressed concern at the declining sex ratio in the country and called for launching a crusade against this evil which is unbalancing the gender ratio.

Haryana Governor expresses concern on sex ratio


The Society for Human Resource Management, the world's largest association devoted to human resource management representing more than 250,000 members in 140 countries, has issued a statement on the use of criminal background checks in response to a new study by the National Employment Law Project that recommends reforming criminal background checks used for employment screening of job applicants since roughly 65 million US adults -- more than one in four -- have criminal records.

Society for human resource management issues statement on the use of criminal background checks


Ms Hannah Tetteh, Minister of Trade and Industries, on Wednesday inaugurated a 10-member Steering Committee for the Rural Enterprises Programme, which aims to enhance the performance of micro-small and medium scale enterprises in rural communities and improve livelihoods.

Minister inaugurates rural enterprises Steering Committee


Liverpool want a larger share of the overseas TV rights money currently negotiated collectively by the Premier League on behalf of the clubs and have raised the prospect of negotiating their own deal, British media reported today.

Liverpool want larger share of overseas TV right


Stuart Broad returned to England practice on Tuesday, as he continues to recover after missing the epic World Cup tie against India.


A 6.0 magnitude earthquake shook in Northern Italy near the city of Bologna today causing death and widespread damage of buildings.

6.0 magnitude earthquake in Northern Italy causes death and damage


The Indonesian government takes steps to curb urbanization in big cities as the phenomenon causes many social problems, an official said here on Friday.

Indonesia takes steps to curb urbanization


I was actually going to see this, but after hearing about the date rape scene, as a self-respecting feminist, I just can't bring myself to watch it.


Kinetic Concepts sold its $2.3bn term loan Thursday morning, part of the $3.85bn in debt it is looking to raise for its buyout by an Apax Partners-led consortium.


The Gaels beat the Lancers 32-22 in Delran.


Residents at Vintage Suites Retirement Home are learning that dreams can come true at almost any age.


Leftist rebels in Colombia in a statement released yesterday renewed their offer to free six hostages, but are insisting that international interlocutors be part of handover.


European stocks closed mostly firmer yesterday, recovering some of the ground lost the previous day on hopes for progress in Greek debt talks after EU leaders agreed to rein in budget deficits.


SACRAMENTO, Calif. California Democrats are proposing $11 billion in tax increases on businesses and the rich to help balance the state budget.


US men's soccer coach Jurgen Klinsmann has a base salary of $2.5 million, a significant increase from what former coach Bob Bradley made.

Klinsmann has base salary of $2.5 million


At least eight people have been killed in a fresh US assassination drone attack in southern Yemen, bringing to 14 the number of people killed in US strikes in the past four days.

Eight killed in fresh US assassination drone attack in Yemen


BOOTLE residents are urged to make sure their homes are protected by smoke alarms following the death of an 86-year-old woman in Litherland.

Bootle residents are urged to make sure their homes are protected by smoke alarms


Two public meetings to discuss the future of Purley fire station are to be held tomorrow.

Public meeting to discuss future of Purley fire station


A report says US sent a message to Egypt against unity deal with Hamas as Fatah party on Tuesday signed Egypt's plan for separate signings of a reconciliation deal with Hamas.

US ``against unity with Hamas'' as Fatah signs Egypt deal


Dubai is seeking to invest up to US $20 billion in South Korea under the incoming Lee Myung-bak government, the Chief Executive Officer of the Investment Corporation of Dubai Mohammed Al-Shaibani was quoted by South Korea's Yonhap news agency as saying on Friday.

Dubai to invest US$20 billion in South Korea


Greek film director Theo Angelopoulos has died aged 76 after he was hit by a motorcycle while shooting his new film The Other Sea in Piraeus near Athens.

Film director Theo Angelopoulos dies after being hit by motorcycle


QPR owner Tony Fernandes has played down his interest in former England captain David Beckham.

Qpr owner Tony Fernandes plays down interest in David Beckham


Google and MySpace will be extending their advertising partnership, which was first established in 2006, as the search engine will start providing display ad services to the social media site.


Hugh Jackman and his wife Deborra-lee Furness celebrated their 16th wedding anniversary on Wednesday by hosting a charity event at their home in New York.

Jackman celebrates 16th wedding anniversary


Australian fugitive and underworld figure Tony Mokbel could be extradited from Greece in two weeks following a decision by the nation's Supreme Court to rule on his future soon.


Surat-based KARP recently launched three diamond jewelry collections, FengHuang, Grandeur and TRIA, each drawing their inspiration from different direction.

KARP launches diamond jewelry collections


THE Screen Machine Mobile Cinema, which visits Sutherland regularly, needs your vote this week as it goes head to head with nine other Lottery-funded projects from across the UK in the semi-finals of The National Lottery Awards 2010.


Brazilian police and Interpol say they have arrested a fugitive rabbi wanted in his native Israel on charges of torturing children in exorcism rites.


Arclin, a closely held maker of resins and other construction-related materials, said on Monday it filed for bankruptcy protection in Canada and the United States and that it reached an agreement in principle to restructure its debt with some of its key lenders.


External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday met Congress chief Sonia Gandhi but parried questions whether he would officiate as Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is scheduled to undergo cardiac surgery on Saturday.


Manchester United have scored another title success by being valued as the biggest football club in the world.

Manchester United valued as biggest football club in the world


In the latest move designed to boost its digital offerings, Wunderman has acquired Chicago-based Designkitchen.


Two-time Grammy-winning American actress and singer Pink has confessed she is a bisexual, reports contactmusic.com.


Asda has turned down the offer of a new store in Telford from its current Telford Landlord, Hark.

Asda turns down offer of new store in Telford


Secretary Information Pakistan Peoples Party Punjab Farzana Raja has said that after the martyrdom of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, the anti democratic forces were conspiring against the federation by spreading provincial biases.

Anti democratic forces conspiring against federation by spreading provincial biases:


Senator Russ Feingold has endorsed Barack Obama for president - a day after the Illinois senator clinched the Democratic presidential nomination over rival Hillary Rodham Clinton.


A Pitkin man was sentenced to hard labor by Judge John C. Ford on June 12 on sexual battery charges.


World leaders grapple with how to respond to the situation in Libya as US President Obama says the noose is tightening on Gaddafi.


Immigrants rioted in a southern Italian town after six Africans were shot dead at a tailor's shop, in what police said they suspected was fallout from a drug-related turf war.


Two Filipino boxers have lost in WBC regional title fights in Thailand with super flyweight Alvin Bais suffering a 2nd round knockout at the hands of Srisaket Sor Rungvisai in a WBC Asia Boxing Council title fight in North Bangkok University and Roilo Golez dropping a 12 round unanimous decision in a WBC International minimum weight title showdown to Wanheng Menayothin.

Two Filipino boxers lose in WBC regional title fights


BOC Aviation, the Singapore-based aircraft leasing unit of Bank of China, has placed additional firm orders with Airbus for 20 A320 Family aircraft.

BOC Aviation orders 20 Airbus A320 Family aircraft


Emmerdale actor Ben Freeman, who was cleared of rape last week, has said that he made ``bad choices''.


Another landslide has hit the eastern Ugandan district of Bududa, destroying crops but with no casualties so far reported, a district official said on Monday.


Mar. 14, 2008 05:05 PM TUCSON - A 25-year-old Sierra Vista man is in federal custody, charged with knowingly hiring and intentionally harboring illegal immigrants.

Sierra Vista man charged with hiring, harboring illegal immigrants


FEDERAL Environment Protection Minister Peter Garrett says he will stay on in politics, even if Labor loses the federal election.

Environment Protection Minister Peter Garrett will stay if Labor loses


Document management software developer M-Files Inc. announced support for the popular Microsoft ERP solution Dynamics GP.

M-Files announces support for Microsoft Dynamics GP


A federal appeals court has ruled that disgraced financier Bernard Madoff must remain in prison until his sentencing.


Today, many Bay Area donut shops are giving away free treats to mark National Donut Day!

Bay Area Donut shops marking National Donut Day


At 1:30 PM KST on March 7th, actor Hyun Bin enlisted with the marines training camp in Segyeri, amidst the support of over 700 fans and reporters.


The state of Illinois is holding more than $1.5 billion in unclaimed property and funds belonging to residents.


Allergan Inc. said it agreed to buy SkinMedica Inc.'s topical-aesthetics skin-care business for $350 million to increase its presence in the skin-care market.

Allergan to buy SkinMedica for $350 million


The case for auctions for all future spectrum allocation has been buttressed by the Ashok Chawla Committee, which in its draft report concludes, ``in future, all fresh telecom spectrum allocation for commercial usages should be done through competitive auctions.''

'All spectrum allocation in future should be by auction'


The LT3050 voltage linear regulator, from Linear Technology, offers low noise operation of 30µVRMS across a bandwidth range of 10 Hz to 100 kHz.

Voltage linear regulator offers low noise operation


Waterford members of Ógra Fianna Fáil gave a warm welcome to the Holiday at Home campaign when it visited the City on Monday the 14th of June according to Ógra Leas-Cathaoirleach Joseph O'Neill.

Ógra Fianna Fáil holiday at home campaign visits Waterford City


HTC has introduced new Merge smartphone that will be available through multiple North American carriers beginning in spring 2011.


Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, a casual dining restaurant chain, will open a new restaurant in Port Orange, Florida, on March 15, 2010.

Red Robin to open new restaurant in Port Orange, Florida


Former All Black giant Jonah Lomu may need a second kidney transplant after being hospitalised last month.


AMD is taking market share from Intel over the long term, according to market research company iSuppli.


Virgin Blue Airlines announced that it will launch its, and Australia's, first ``Premium Economy'' product on 15-Mar-08.

Virgin Blue launches ``Premium Economy'' product


Washington, Oct 14 People of India are looking US President Barack Obama''s visit with great hope and optimism, and this will herald a new era of relationship between the two nations, Indian Ambassador to the US has said.

India looking at Obama''s visit with great hope, optimism:


Simran, the actress who charmed the South audiences with her graceful dance moves and impressive performances, has given birth to another baby boy yesterday.


Hua Guofeng, who briefly ruled China as communist founder Mao Zedong's successor but was pushed aside by Deng Xiaoping as a prelude to reforms that launched an economic boom, died Wednesday, state-run media reported.

Former chinese leader Hua Guofeng, pushed aside by Deng, dies


Omahans sounded off on the city's financial crisis for four hours Tuesday night.

Omahans sound off on city's financial crisis


Vincent Margera, who portrayed ``Don Vito'' on MTV's ``Viva La Bam,'' has lost his bid to overturn his Colorado conviction on two counts of sexual assault on a child.

'Don Vito' loses bid to overturn Colo. conviction


Why didn't the YMCA report an alleged sexual attack between a camp counselor and a young girl?


Lily Allen, the singer, is setting up her own record label after months of complaining about the music industry.

Lily Allen to set up her own record label