One Direction's Louis Tomlinson and Niall Horan were pulled over Wednesday in NYC after Tomlinson put his head up through a sunroof while the vehicle was moving.

One Direction's Louis Tomlinson and Niall Horan pulled over in NYC


A NURSE who stole drugs from patients at Lickey Hills nursing home planned to use them to kill herself because she was in an abusive relationship, a court heard.

Nurse stole drugs from bromsgrove nursing home


The teenager who was gunned down in Sheffield as he went for a haircut was shot in the back, detectives said.


A Carousel for Missoula will hold a barbecue dinner and silent auction to celebrate the end of another successful season, on Sunday, Sept. 16, beginning at 6 pm The casual dinner will take place on the plaza.

A Carousel for Missoula to hold dinner, auction


Aegean Airlines on April 3 launched flights from Kyiv to Larnaca and Athens, according to the Web site of Kyiv airport, from which the flights will be performed.

Aegean Airlines launches flights from Kyiv to Larnaca and Athens


Words are being exchanged among the motoring fraternity that the Bugatti 16C Galibier is actually based on the Bentley Mulsanne, or vice-versa.

Bugatti 16C Galibier is based on the Bentley Mulsanne?


An FDA warning regarding increased suicide risk in children and teens taking antidepressant drugs has led to an overall decrease in antidepressant prescribing for young patients, reports a study in the November issue of Medical Care.

FDA warning leads to decrease in antidepressant prescribing for young patients


The Bank of Israel has cut its interest rate for February from 2.75 to 2.5 percent, noting the slowdown that began in 2011 ``continues.''

Bank of Israel cuts interest rate for February


Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, on Wednesday, clarified that he did not use the word ``u-turn'' and was only ``baffled by the turn of events'' as far as his IPL contract row with the BCCI is concerned.


Conservative Leader David Cameron visited Dumfries on Thursday ona whistlestop tour.


SA's credit card fraud soared to R350m last year, according to a Standard Bank presentation this week.


Alex Jones of Infowars has been labelled ``the worst person I've ever interviewed'' by the former editor of the Sunday Times, Andrew Neil, following a television interview today.

Alex Jones labelled 'the worst person I've ever interviewed'


Tropical Storm Debby has lashed parts of Florida with driving rain and high winds, threatening more tornadoes.


Asians living in Britain feel more British than white people, according to a Government study.

Asians feel more British than white people


ELLE is to honour Naomi Campbell at the ELLE Style Awards with the 'Outstanding Contribution' award in celebration of her 25th year in the industry and for her role as global ambassador for the White Ribbon Alliance.


South Carolina cornerback Chris Culliver has been cleared to play against Georgia on Saturday.

Chris Culliver will play against Georgia


Bloomington-based State Farm is recalling 827,000 stuffed bears because of safety concerns.


The Los Angeles Angels trounced the Cleveland Indians 3-0 in the first game of their three-match regular series encounter on Monday, July 2, at Progressive Field in 2012 Major League Baseball season.

Los Angeles Angels trounce Cleveland Indians 3-0 --


Mohawk Industries is closing its East Dublin plant in April and laying off 173 workers.

Mohawk Industries to close East Dublin plant


Former matinee idol Gabby Concepcion pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to a charge of falsification of public documents filed against him in the Manila Metropolitan Trial Court.

Gabby Concepcion pleads ``not guilty'' to falsification


North Korea on Tuesday rejected a new unification proposal from South Korea, calling it a ``ridiculous'' plan aimed at weakening the North in preparation for a US-assisted invasion.

North Korea rejects unification proposal


Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Yovani Gallardo and clubhouse attendant Alex Sanchez were robbed at gunpoint early Friday, hours after Milwaukee's ace pitched in a loss to the Dodgers.

Milwaukee Brewers'' Gallardo robbed at gunpoint


National soccer team goalkeeper, Simione Tamanisau said he can play for Ba in the O-League competition.


Britney Spears and ex Justin Timberlake will perform on stage with Madonna at Dodger Stadium Thursday night, November 6, Ryan Seacrest announced on 102.7 KIIS-FM Wednesday, November 5.

Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake to perform with Madonna


Tim Heitman/US PresswireThe Giants have signed former Dallas Cowboys tight end Martellus Bennett.

Giants sign former Dallas Cowboys tight end Martellus Bennett


The Shiv Sena today opposed the move to pardon Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt stating that it would send a wrong message to the society.

Shiv Sena opposes move to pardon Sanjay Dutt


ANNA FARIS is pregnant with her first child, CNN confirms.


DMK chief and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi will meet Congress president Sonia Gandhi Tuesday to discuss the formation of the new council of ministers at the centre and secure cabinet berths for his party MPs.

Karunanidhi to meet Sonia Gandhi Tuesday


New Delhi, June 9 Paramours of married woman beware!


Diligent promises more diligence Updated: 09:34, Monday March 4, 2013 Diligent Board Member Services, whose software helps directors to manage corporate governance information flows, is promising better board oversight after a review found its executives got more options than they were entitled to.


Inspiration is always important and it seems that Imran has three Khans to inspire him in different ways.


EventNow reports Valentino launches virtual museum that took place last night in New York City and it was a huge success.


A father has rescued his injured toddler from a house fire on the NSW south coast.


Sunderland have signed Marseille captain and Albania midfielder Lorik Cana on a four-year contract.


DJ's wanted to audition for upcoming club nights in Berlin, london and Europe.


Three Comerica branches in Macomb Township are hosting a school supply drive now through Aug. 19 in conjunction with Operation:

Comerica Bank hosts school supplies drive


Marshall ended the speculation over his future on Thursday by announcing he would remain a Tiger until the end of 2011.


MONTERREY, Mexico & HOUSTON--- CEMEX, SAB de CV , announced today that it plans to expand the production capacity at its Odessa, Texas cement plant by 345,000 metric tons to nearly 900,000 metric tons per year in order to keep pace with rapidly growing demand in its West Texas market led mainly by the oil and gas industry.

CEMEX to expand capacity of Texas cement plant


Americans are facing a drought of rainy day funds to handle unexpected emergencies.

Americans facing a drought of rainy day funds:


Historically high gas prices have caused 94% of consumers to make lifestyle changes to keep costs down, according to a survey sponsored by MapQuest, http://www.mapquest.com.

High gas prices cause consumers to make lifestyle changes


Under pressure from the irate public and the party High Command, Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has issued an ultimatum to the power companies in Delhi to resolve the power crisis in the NCR within four days.

Sheila Dikshit issues ultimatum to power companies in Delhi


Sexually Transmitted Diseases are popularly called venereal diseases.


Publicist Laura Gilmore says Harris died Thursday night after being stricken while at the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills.


Google has launched an anti-malware site to assist its advertisers in spotting potential providers of malicious advertisements.


Easyrack announced the addition of several new product lines to their offering of warehouse products.

Easyrack announces the addition of new product lines for warehouses


But that's too obvious for Tiger Woods mistress and soon-to-be Celebrity Rehab star Rachel Uchitel, who tells the Daily Mail that her affair with the golfer and related career as a partial prostie is due to the fact that, like Robert Palmer, she's addicted to love:


HSBC will confirm 10,000 job losses as it announces its interim results on Monday, it has been reported.


A Bradford man was charged with double homicide on Saturday for the alleged drowning of a woman and her infant daughter in a bathtub in their home last week.

Bradford man charged with double homicide


Harbhajan hit the cameraman after his camera touched the bowler's shoulder.


The Club of Rome, an international organisation concerned with environmental policy, is to move its headquarters to Winterthur near Zurich.


Jersey City Mayor Jerramiah Healy announced Friday evening that he is recommending an ordinance at Monday's City Council caucus to freeze the annual consumer price indexing salary increase for all department directors and eight statutory employees.


Senator Trotter has dropped out of the race for the Illinois 2nd Congressional district race because of the charges and the distraction it is causing.

State Sen. Donne Trotter drops out for Illinois 2nd Congressional district race


Andrea Petkovic has withdrawn from the Family Circle Cup in Charleston, South Carolina, because of a right calf injury, moving second-seeded Caroline Wozniacki into the quarterfinals.

Petkovic withdraws from Family Circle Cup


First Republic Bank , a private bank and wealth management company, today announced the launch of its initial public offering of 11.0 million shares of common stock in the tentative price range of $24.00 to $27.00 per share.

First Republic Bank announces launch of initial public offering of common stock


Cisco said Thursday that it will acquire ExtendMedia, which makes video content management systems, for an undisclosed sum.


Delta Air Lines Inc., the world's largest airline, is planning to hire new pilots later in the year in order to gain flexibility amid signs of a recovery in the airline industry.


A bomb targeting a former Hells Angels member exploded Thursday in a parking lot in the western Danish city of Aarhus, damaging five or six cars and breaking windows on nearby buildings, police said.


Oil major BP said it agreed to sell its minority stakes in two North Sea fields to Japanese trading company Mitsui for $280 million, as part of a plan to focus its portfolio in the region on larger scale projects.

BP sells stakes in North Sea fields for $280 million


People with mental illnesses, including anxiety and depression, are more likely to die early, according to a study that appears in the British Medical Journal.


``I have been very reckless about my film choices. So, I have been under constant thinking process to analyse where I went wrong. That is why I didn't take up any project for two-three years. Now I am stable and focused about my choices,'' Gaurav told IANS in an interview.

I have been reckless about film choices:


The Newport-Mesa Unified School District superintendent attended the Corona del Mar Middle and High schools PTA meeting this morning, not to discuss his legal problems but instead answering questions about why students have to attend school on a national holiday.


Builders and other interest groups got behind a bill that increases funding for affordable housing to counties that lower impact fees.

Bill would increase funding for affordable housing


Legendary actor and horror icon Christopher Lee is releasing a symphonic metal concept album on March 15th, 2010 via Charlemagne Productions Ltd. Check out the official site for the project at www.charlemagneproductions.org >

Legendary film icon Christopher Lee to release symphonic metal album


Air Canada says it is looking to strengthen its European service with the addition of new routes to Athens and Barcelona next summer as it slightly shifts its focus from its Canadian base.

Air Canada to strengthen European service


LITERACY IS good for business, says Literacy BC, a group which promotes reading and writing.


Toyota is recalling roughly 760,000 RAV4s and 18,000 Lexus HS250h hybrid sedans due to faulty suspension components that could fail and cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles.

Toyota recalls 760,000 RAV4s and 18,000 Lexus HS250h hybrids over faulty suspension


``I have very few friends. I have a handful of close friends and I have my family and I haven't known life to be any happier,'' he shares.

Brad Pitt: ``I haven't known life to be any happier.''


European investors prefer exchange traded funds to index funds, trade them in a more sophisticated manner and are demanding riskier products, according to Edhec-Risk Institute's annual survey of the market.


During the BSB Masterplan public forum yesterday, residents spoke about preserving the identity of the water village.

Residents speak out on preserving Kampong Ayer


Well, that didn't work out so well, so now PCS was sold to an actual car rental company, Enterprise.


Sharjah, March 13 Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, Tuesday launched a non-stop service to Baghdad from the carrier's main hub in Sharjah.


A GUNMAN has opened fire on a tourist bus bus in Jordan's capital Amman, injuring six.


Easy party snacks are a priority around here, especially during the winter.


AA has launched a new five year fixed term bond that sits within the top six in its class.


A federal grand jury has indicted a 23-year-old Springfield man accused of shooting sexually explicit videos of a girl in her early teens.

Springfield man accused of shooting explicit video


A train conductor has been fined £400 after being caught drunk on duty at Edinburgh's main railway station.

Train conductor fined for being drunk on duty


THE best in Irish craft work is to be showcased in an exhibition by some of the country's top designers at Dublin's Kilkenny shop.

Best of Irish craft work to be showcased


A Dublin woman has been jailed for a year for stabbing a Pakistani security guard when she was asked to stop smoking in the toilet of a fast-food restaurant.

Dublin woman jailed for stabbing Pakistani guard


The Pentagon announced they will rebid a $35 billion Air Force tanker contract previously given to Airbus, which is Boeing's biggest competitor.

Pentagon will rebid $35 billion Air Force tanker contract


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday he would meet Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during a US visit next week in addition to previously announced talks with Vice President Joe Biden.

Netanyahu says will meet Hillary Clinton during US visit


Multiple sources are saying that the Dodgers are taking a hard look at infielder Juan Uribe.


Authorities have said that a major highway in Israel, running through the West Bank and closed to Palestinian traffic since 2002, has been partly reopened.

A major highway in Israel partly reopened


Veteran actress Jane Fonda has paid tribute to Sargent Shriver, branding the late politician ``a great, generous'' man.


Real Madrid defender Pepe will be sidelined for one month after he tore a muscle in his left calf, the Spanish club said on Friday.


Sony has announced the Xperia Sola, an Android NFC phone that features 'floating touch' navigation and support for Sony's NFC Xperia SmartTags.


Accuristix, a healthcare-focused third-party logistics provider, has opened a new distribution centre in the Vancouver area.

Accuristix opens new distribution centre


Australian Rugby Union today announced Qantas Wallabies flanker Rocky Elsom will be granted an early release on compassionate grounds from an ARU contract due to expire on December 31.


Five additional schools in the province of Alicante will be teaching Chinese as an extracurricular activity during 2011 adding to the ten already teaching the language in the Community.

Five additional schools to teach Chinese


Rescue workers on Sunday recovered five more body parts from the wreckage of Airblue flight ED202.

Rescue workers recover five more body parts


Victoria tells Britain's Glamour magazine, ``I know I'm not overtly sexy to men.

Victoria Beckham: 'I know I'm not sexy to men'


Hurricanes player Neemia Tialata has been cited and will appear before a SANZAR Judicial Officer next week.


She said: ``I feel like a princess and I feel loved for the first time in my life.''


Flirtomatic, a social network that lets users flirt with one another, has raised $9 million in Series C funding.


Justin Timberlake has revealed that he was scared to work on David Fincher's 'The Social Network', based on Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg.

Justin Timberlake was 'scared' to work on 'the social Network'


Nepali blind cricket team defeated Pakistan by 31 runs during their third one-day match of the second International Friendly Blind Cricket Tournament in Islamabad‚ Pakistan.


The latest interest rate rise will really hurt Australian families, prime minister Kevin Rudd says.

Latest rate rise will really hurt families, Rudd


Tony Award and Academy Award winner Al Pacino will play record producer Phil Spector in an as-yet-untitled HBO movie, to be written and directed by David Mamet, according to The New York Times.

Al Pacino to play Phil Spector in HBO movie, written and directed by David Mamet


A 42-year-old York man was killed in an industrial accident Friday morning at E&H Recycling Center in Jackson Township, Lebanon County.

York County man killed in industrial accident


Video delivery equipment developer Harmonic has launched its Distribution Management System, a control and management system for Harmonic's distribution products.

Harmonic launches distribution management system


The Tony award-winning musical, ``Million Dollar Quartet'' is coming to the Walton Arts Center in February.

'Million Dollar Quartet' coming to Walton Arts Center


A Tabb Middle School student was disciplined last week after bringing a knife to school.

Student disciplined for bringing knife to school


Angelina Jolie, the actress - who is a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador - was on a trip to the African country and her arrival caused hysteria among the Libyan refugees at the Shusha camp on the Libyan border.


Five members of a family were killed in an accident in Kurukshetra last night.

Five members of family killed in accident


For my first blog post, I shared with you one view of what an educated person is, but today I would like to discuss what an education is.


New Delhi, June 7 India and Pakistan have added 20-30 nuclear warheads in their arsenal in the past one year, a global think tank said today.

India, pak add 20-30 nuclear warheads in one year


Parents and educators pack a Capitol committee room for bills providing state aid for disabled students to switch schools.

Bills would provide aid for disabled students


New York Dolls have released a new video for their single 'Fool For You Baby' which comes from their new album 'Dancing Backward in High Heels'.


Manchin says he and Thompson agreed to meet in person next week over lunch to continue their discussions.


The announcement that Jesse Jackson Jr. had been transferred to the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota pinned down his whereabouts for the first time in weeks and gave clear confirmation that the Illinois congressman is suffering from depression.

Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. transferred to Mayo Clinic


SINGAPORE -Singapore and Malaysia urged Indonesia on Friday to stop illegal fires whose smoke has drifted across the southern Malay peninsula and worsened air pollution in the region in recent days.

Singapore, Malaysia urge Indonesia to stop fires


The annual Lighting of the Nubble, which has kicked off the holiday season in York for the past 30 years, is at 5 pm Saturday.


Union Minister of State in PMO V Narayanasamy, on Saturday alleged that Opposition BJP supported money lenders, commission agents and failed to pay heed to the plight of the farmers, while it opposed retail reform in the Parliament.

BJP supports money lenders, commission agents:


Russian officials are searching the Moscow offices of Human Rights Watch and the corruption watchdog Transparency International, intensifying the recent wave of pressure on non-governmental organizations.Rachel Denber of Human Rights Watch said Wednesday that officials from the prosecutor general's office and tax police were conducting an ``unannounced audit'' and demanding documents.

Russian officials searching Human Rights Watch


MasterCard said Thursday it bought the prepaid card program of London's Travelex for $458 million in cash.

Master card buys prepaid card program for $458 million


Shell stopped a secondary crude oil leak from its faulty pipeline at the Gannet Alpha platform off Aberdeen.

Shell stops secondary oil leak from faulty pipeline


Dr. Joyce Brothers, pioneer of the television advice show, died Monday of natural causes.


President Barack Obama is promoting new ways to help veterans find jobs in a tough economy while pressing Congress to approve tax credits for businesses to hire former members of the military.

Obama to promote ways for veterans to find jobs


If the Obama campaign's modeling is right, Romney has an uphill fight in a state that is key to victory 10 days from now.


Quebec students are promising to be very active during any provincial election campaign this summer, with Premier Jean Charest's Liberals likely to be their main target.

Quebec students to be active during campaign


Sevilla defender Sebastien Squillaci will undergo ankle surgery, which is expected to see the French international sidelined for at least two weeks.

Sevilla's Squillaci to undergo ankle surgery


John Smoltz threw from 60 feet prior to Wednesday's game against Cleveland, according to the Boston Globe.


Ben Cousins has been charged with cannabis possession just three weeks after he was arrested with methylamphetamine at Esperance airport.

Ben Cousins charged with cannabis possession


A North Andover man was sentenced yesterday in federal court to six months in prison for filing false tax returns, avoiding the payment of more than $200,000 in federal taxes.

North Andover man sentenced to six months for filing false tax returns


Hollywood actor Alec Baldwin was kicked off a flight leaving Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday afternoon following a dispute over the cell phone game 'Words with Friends'.

Alec Baldwin - Alec Baldwin kicked from flight over 'Words with Friends'


A new prime-time entertainment TV show is due to start tomorrow called Suicide Live!


N. Korea quits football match with S. Korea The two countries were preparing to play each other Monday in the southern Chinese city of Kunming as part of an annual regional event between young footballers from the two Koreas, Japan and China.


NIVS IntelliMedia Technology Group, Inc. has announced that China Telecom has selected the NIVS IntelliMedia 'E3' model mobile phone as one of its 3G promotion products.

China Telecom selects NIVS IntelliMedia E3 model mobile phone


Dubai, 18 November 2010 -Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has launched a global Gift Card, offering an ideal way to delight friends and family with a gift of luxurious and legendary experiences.

Mandarin Oriental hotel Group launches global gift Card


Celtics Notebook Celtics' Paul Pierce sits out for personal reasons Celtics captain Paul Pierce sat out Monday night's 110-100 loss to the Timberwolves at the Target Center because of ``personal reasons,'' the team announced.


Asian stocks closed mostly up Monday, boosted by a sharp jump in China, as the G8 summit of world leaders began with the global oil and food price crises high on the agenda.


Scientists have produced the largest and most detailed worldwide study of human genetic variation, which would offer new insights into early migrations out of Africa and across the globe.

Scientists produce largest and most detailed worldwide study of human genetic variation


The Health 2.0 Developer Challenge, an initiative designed to stimulate new innovative application development and data use, announces its four newest challenges which include prize money of over $15,000.

Health 2.0 Developer Challenge initiative announces four new challenges


Former Spice Girls star Mel B has admitted she only washes her hair twice a week and likes her scalp to sweat.


Former New York congressman Anthony Weiner plans to head to an ``intensive'' rehab program before he looks for a new job, The New York Post reported Wednesday.

Anthony Weiner headed to intensive rehab


Egypt vigilantes hang 2 thieves Updated: 10:14, Monday March 18, 2013 Egyptian vigilantes beat two men accused of stealing a motorised rickshaw and hung them by their feet while some in a watching crowd chanted 'kill them'!


How important are rankings in determining which school a student chooses to attend?


CEMEX, SAB de CV announced today that it has filed its annual report for fiscal year 2007 in Form 20-F with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, as well as its annual report with the Comision Nacional Bancaria y de Valores, the Mexican securities authority.

CEMEX files its annual report for fiscal year 2007 in Form 20-F


Hannover has signed Ivory Coast forward Didier Konan Ya, who last played for Norwegian club Rosenborg.

Hannover signs Ivory Coast forward Didier Konan Ya


epay, a division of Euronet Worldwide, Inc. and a global provider and distribution network of prepaid products, announced today the launch of the first gift card mall program in Brazil in partnership with Grupo Pão de Acúcar, Brazil's largest retailer.

Euronet Worldwide, Inc.: epay Launches the first gift card mall in Brazil ..


A LAPDANCER who earned £200,000 a year at a well-known London strip club is reportedly suing for unfair dismissal.


DataSync, leading provider of integrated small business software-as-a-service solutions, has reached an agreement with SugarCRM, the world's leading provider of commercial open source customer relationship management software, to distribute SugarCRM commercial licenses globally.

DataSync reaches agreement with SugarCRM to distribute SugarCRM commercial licenses globally


Green Bay Packers tight end Jermichael Finley is still nursing a shoulder injury.

Jermichael Finley still nursing a shoulder injury:


Justin Bieber was kicked out of a movie theater while watching a rated R film.


Israeli occupation gunboats opened fire at Palestinian fishing boats in Khan-Younis , southernen Gaza, Monday evening.

Israeli gunboats open fire at Palestinian fishing boats in Gaza


Connecticut's Senate was set to vote on Wednesday on whether to repeal the death penalty, a measure that if approved could make it the fifth US state in five years to abandon capital punishment.

Connecticut Senate set to vote on repeal of death penalty


Browns quarterback Brady Quinn had two pins surgically inserted into his broken right index finger on Wednesday and said he hopes to begin throwing once they are removed next month.

Cleveland browns QB Brady Quinn has two pins inserted in finger


Pop star Lily Allen believes she had such a bad reaction to alcohol at the Glamour Awards Tuesday because her drinks were spiked.


Kourtney Kardashian is reportedly expecting a baby girl.


Burmese Prime Minister in Exile Sein Win said on Thursday that Ibrahim Gambari, the special UN envoy on Burma, needs to be tougher on the military junta.


Rory McIlroy woke up on Saturday morning still clinging to the hope he can get back into contention for The Open at St Andrews.


Stephen Fry has said he is now a ``gym convert'' after losing six stone in just six months.

Stephen Fry lost six stone in six months


Mark Foley, a former congressman who resigned after sending male pages sexually explicit messages, previews his new talk radio show for WPBF 25 News.


Summer signing Robert Acquafresca has taken the No. 9 shirt for Atalanta this season, hoping to emulate one of it's former owners Filippo Inzaghi.

Acquafresca takes No. 9 shirt at Atalanta


A woman who admitted to shooting a man in a St. Albans apartment early Friday morning says it was self defense.

Woman admits to shooting man at St. Albans apartment


The budget session of J&K Legislature commenced on a turbulent note as day one, as anticipated earlier, witnessed lot of drama, protests and action too.


Courteney Cox Arquette is seeking to legally drop her husband's name once the former couple's divorce is finalised.

Courteney Cox seeks to drop 'Arquette' from her name


The 16-nation euro rose slightly against the US dollar Friday, but the American currency remained near three-month highs.


Pearce MS scrambles to open with a new principal and new students.


Hollywood star Nicolas Cage is set to play a superhero in his latest movie 'Kick-Ass' but unfortunately for the actor his character has no superpowers in the film.


The Pentagon on Friday said it was monitoring events in Georgia but has received no request for assistance from Georgian officials since Russian forces entered the country, according to Reuters.

Pentagon says it is monitoring events in Georgia


US President Barack Obama has said that NATO troops will speed up the transfer of lead security responsibility to Afghanistan forces.

NATO troops to 'speed up' transfer of security responsibility to Afghan forces:


Stuart Downing appears to be foolishly talking his way into a move away from Liverpool, irrespective of his claims of wanting to stay at the club to prove himself.

Stewart Downing - talking himself into or out of a move from Liverpool


A house fire at 305 2nd Ave. in Jasper was caused by a heater that was too close to the bed, according to report from the Jasper Fire Department.


Christian Brando, son of the late legendary actor, Marlon Brando, died from pneumonia, it was revealed on Friday.


The Spirit Mars rover wiggled her wheels for the first time in months.


Barack Obama has left David Beckham in stitches after teasing him about his underpants and his advancing age.

Obama teases Beckham about his underpants


Eaton Vance Corp. and AGF Management Limited announced today the launch of new mutual funds in the US and Canada that combine the investment management and distribution strengths of the two organizations.

Eaton Vance and AGF announce launch of new mutual funds in the US and Canada


Italian male super model Fabio Lanzoni is coming to West Seattle on Jan. 17 to make an appearance at Metropolitan Market in the Admiral District.


Commissioners unanimously passed department budget cuts Tuesday at the advice of County Manager Lance Pyle, who said the money is needed to cover budget shortfalls.


Many firms are vulnerable to industrial espionage and theft because they fail to adequately protect intellectual property, according to research.

Firms 'fail to protect intellectual property'


Saudi-backed Bahraini forces have intensified the violent crackdown on Bahraini demonstrators in response to a growing number of popular protest rallies.


``Las Vegas will reinvent itself as it always has, and it will create its own demand,'' Don Peebles, chairman & CEO of the Peebles Corporation, a real estate development company, told CNBC on Thursday.


March 17, 2010, 11:40, - Development company HCMG has announced signing an agreement with the Krasnodar administration on inclusion of the mixed-use project Thin Cape in Gelendzhik in the investment program of the Krasnodar region.

HCMG signs agreement with Krasnodar administration


The Central Information Commission will set up a seven-member bench to assess whether evaluated answer sheets can be disclosed to citizens.


Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi says Egypt restored its human dignity following the downfall of Hosni Mubarak.


Four Park Ridge businesses were caught in a underage drinking sting last month after employees sold alcohol to minors posing as buyers, authorities said.

Four businesses caught in underage drinking sting


AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that the Maritime Safety Administration of China has taken delivery of two Grand light twin helicopters during an official ceremony held at AgustaWstland's Vergiate facility in Italy today.

Maritime Safety Administration of China takes delivery of two Grand helicopters


EIGHT special school pupils have been chosen to form a guard of honour for athletes at the London 2012 Olympics.

Pupils chosen to form guard of honour for athletes


Finnish manufacturer Cargotec has released its 2011 Annual Report, saying sales grew despite the Eurozone crisis and Asian natural disasters.


The World Bank has approved two projects worth US$407 million to India, consisting of a US$300 million loan for the ``Scaling up Sustainable and Responsible Microfinance Project'' and a $107 million loan for the ''India Statistical Strengthening Project''.

World Bank approves two Project in India


British singer Lily Allen, 25, is pregnant with her first child.


RUSSIA will impose customs tariffs on oil supplied to Belarus, Russia's government said early today as Minsk denounced ``unprecedented pressure'' on its delegation due to hold talks in Moscow, the Interfax news agency reported.

Russia imposes customs tariff on oil supplied to Belarus


29 May, 04:46 - Wanda Sykes has told Jay Leno that recently becoming a mother has made her realise that ``babies are inconsiderate''.


British broadcaster Channel 4 and Internet service provider TalkTalk have joined Project Canvas, a service that brings free-to-air broadcasts plus internet content on TV.

Channel 4 and TalkTalk join Project Canvas


Vehicle ownership satisfaction in the UK has increased from 2010, despite economic pressures on both auto manufacturers and consumers, according to a new survey.

Vehicle ownership satisfaction increases, according to new survey


Eminem delivers a new freestyle, laying down verses over Drake's 'Over' and Lloyd Banks and Juelz Santana's 'Beamer, Benz or Bentley.


The state of Wyoming, as expected, has gone to federal court in a bid to boost daily snowmobile numbers in Yellowstone National Park to 720.

State of Wyoming goes to court to boost snowmobile numbers in Yellowstone National Park


Family businesses need to diversify into more value-added enterprises like financial services and industrial production.


BNP Paribas Securities Services is aiming to double Portuguese assets under custody, up from €14 billion today.

BNP Paribas aims to double Portuguese assets under custody


The teacher might have a point and here is why.


Cyclone Phet killed six people in Oman before it barrelled on towards Pakistan, Oman's civil defence force said on Saturday.


Terrorists have planned suicide attacks across the country on the eve of Eidul Fitr, sources said on Monday.


Filmmaker Shyam Benegal will be felicitated at the ninth Third Eye Asian Film Festival, to be held in Mumbai from October 29 to November 4.


A Berkeley County man arrested earlier this month on charges of kidnapping and domestic battery following a more than two-hour standoff at his home with police, which began after he allegedly took his girlfriend hostage, could be released on home confinement after a judge approved an agreed order setting bond in the case.

Man arrested after standoff could be released on home confinement


KT Tunstall has revealed that she suffered a ``massive confidence crash'' before recording her new album.

Kt Tunstall suffered ``confidence crash''


The US House of Representatives on Thursday voted US Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress for his refusal to turn over some Justice Department documents related to a botched gun-running probe along the US-Mexico border.

House votes Attorney General Holder in contempt


A multi-million pound Yeadon primary school has opened its doors for the first time.

Multi-million-pound Yeadon primary school opens


Day laborers are organizing to set a minimum hourly rate for their work, improve working conditions and fight unscrupulous contractors.

Day laborers organize to improve conditions


The Kirksville Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened at a residence on Roselene drive.

Kirksville Police investigating a shooting


92.1 % of bathing waters in the European Union now meet the minimum water quality standards set by the Bathing Water Directive.

92.1 % of bathing waters in the EU now meet the minimum water quality standards


Huntsville native and former NFL football player, Rashad Moore, is giving back to the community.

Huntsville native, former NFL player gives back


The air quality deteriorated in many areas in the country with the Air Pollutant Index readings being higher than on Sunday.


Winnipeg police have charged one of their officers with attempted murder and another with fabricating evidence in the shooting of man they mistakenly thought was a robbery suspect.

Winnipeg police charge officer with attempted murder, fabricating evidence


Tiger Woods' former coach, Hank Haney, says Tiger seriously considered leaving golf to become a Navy SEAL in his upcoming book called ``The Big Miss.'' At the Honda Classic in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Tiger was asked at his press conference if this was true about him wanting to be a Navy SEAL, and Tiger didn't take too kindly to the question.

Tiger Woods seriously considered leaving golf to become a navy seal


Its been confirmed that The Village will return to BBC One next year, for a six-part second series.

``The village'' returning for second series


A day after Standard & Poor's took the unprecedented step of downgrading the creditworthiness of the US government to AA from AAA, the ratings agency offered a full-throated defence of its decision, calling the bitter standoff between President Barack Obama and Congress over raising the debt ceiling a ``debacle'' and warning that further downgrades may lie ahead.


State and federal politicians face their toughest leadership battles as floodwaters continue to rise and thousands are left isolated.

Politicians facing toughest leadership battle


Jaipur, Aug 20 Rainfall today lashed parts of Rajasthan with the state capital receiving 43.9 mm of rain.


Enbridge Inc. has cut capacity on a major oil pipeline into the US by eight per cent to deal with a backlog on its Lakehead system, executives said.


Ricki Herbert's likely to face a week of scrutiny over his job as coach of the Wellington Phoenix after the club's worst ever A-League result.

Ricki Herbert likely to face week of scrutiny


Sally's Niece, a fellow blogger and frequent commenter on my daily blog, asked how I eat on $100 a month.


Dominion, one of the nation's largest energy providers, has acquired a solar energy development project in Georgia from Smart Energy Capital and Jacoby Development.

Dominion acquires solar energy development project in Georgia


Total personal finance commitments fell 1.3 per cent in March, seasonally adjusted, to $6.874 billion, from $6.968 billion in February, the Australian Bureau of Statistics said today.


The first public cord blood bank in the state is marking a milestone.


The Arizona Cardinals vs. Washington Redskins betting odds had Washington a -3 home favorite and this line hasn't moved an inch...or even a half inch since opening at -3.


Surrey business leaders and other Fraser Valley communities are upset that new bridges under construction or in the planning stages in their community will be tolled, while bridges and new highways west of Surrey are free to use.

Surrey business leaders upset with toll bridges


A proposed law in Arizona could apparently allow employers the right to fire female workers for using birth control pills.

Arizona employers 'could fire female workers for using birth control pills'


European financial markets retraced losses from the previous session after the disappointment with the European Central Bank's inaction Thursday.


International Luge Federation says ``no single reason'' caused death of Georgian racer Nodar Kumaritashvili in a training run at the Vancouver Olympics.

'No single reason' caused death at Vancouver Games


President Jacob Zuma says people have the right to choose their own leaders and determine their own destiny peacefully.

People have the right to choose their leaders:


President Barack Obama briefed congressional leaders for an hour Tuesday on foreign policy issues that have recently dominated his agenda, from his meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping earlier this month to his recent session in Northern Ireland with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Obama briefs leaders on foreign policy issues


The new Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis in Sacramento, Calif., is accepting applications for its first class of graduates.

Betty Irene Moore school of Nursing accepting applications


A Belmont man sentenced to 15 years in prison for abusing two young girls in his apartment complex laundry room will get a new trial after a recent state appeals court decision to reverse his conviction last year in San Mateo County Superior Court.

Belmont man sentenced to prison for abusing girls to get new trial


Radiation from the Japanese nuclear reactor damaged in the March 11 earthquake and tsunami has been detected in BC seaweed and rainwater samples, researchers say.

Radiation detected in BC seaweed, rainwater


Packers linebacker Brad Jones is out for the season following a right shoulder injury that will require surgery.

Packers linebacker Brad Jones is out for season


Unique toilet signs are seen near the alpine slopes of Rosa Khutor, a venue for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics, near Sochi February 14, 2013.


Government accords high priority to Balochistan and is making all-out efforts for the socio-economic development of the people of the province.

Government accords high priority to Balochistan:


Jared Payne will make his Ulster debut in the RaboDirect PRO12 clash against Cardiff Blues on Friday night.


In a strange New York City moment earlier today, a dolphin was seen swimming in the East River this morning between East 96th Street and East 106th Street, according to DNAinfo.com.


A man was arrested Monday in the beating death of a man over the weekend.


Ford posted a 43 percent jump in retail and fleet sales and outsold General Motors for the first time since August 1998, when GM was in the midst of a strike.


TO THE EDITOR Now that school has started back I think it is time for people to put to rest their criticism of the decisions our Board of Education is making.


Emma Watson used to believe love was 'pain' and admits she has made dating mistakes in the past.


Game 6 of the World Series has been postponed because of a rainy forecast.


Texas Rep. Ron Paul tested the political waters of Nevada Thursday, just days after announcing the formation of his presidential exploratory committee.

Rep. Ron Paul tests political waters in Nevada


In preparation for the start of free agency tonight, and the Rule Five draft and the Winter Meetings in December, the Detroit Tigers added four players to their 40 man roster.

Detroit Tigers add four to their 40 man roster


A law aimed at discouraging illegal immigrants from driving has snared a Parker man who lent a friend a motorcycle.

Law aimed at illegal immigrants snares Parker man


Japan qualified for the 2011 Rugby World Cup when they thrashed Hong Kong 94-5 to secure top place in the Asian Five Nations tournament on Saturday.


Priya Anand talks about 180, directed by Jayendra and co-starring Nithya Menon and Siddharth.


The small town of Reading continues rebuilding after an EF-3 tornado destroyed more than half of the homes last year.

Small town continues rebuilding after tornado


CORVEDALE crushed visiting Shifnal by nine wickets to retain their lead at the top of Division 3 in the FBC Manby Bowdler Shropshire County League.

Corvedale crushed visiting Shifnal by nine wickets to retain their lead at the top of Division 3


Kia Motors says it will reopen the application process for production and maintenance jobs at its new assembly plant in West Point.

Kia reopens application process for some jobs


14 November 2011 saw First Data Corporation become the 11th entity to have binding corporate rules approved by the UK's Information Commissioner's Office.

First data Corporation binding corporate rules approved


James Cameron hopes that his ex-wife Kathryn Bigelow beats him in the Best Director category to win an Oscar for her film ``Hurt Locker.''

James Cameron hopes ex-wife Kathryn Bigelow beats him for Best Director Oscar


Asian shares ended mostly higher Friday as US employment data released Thursday improved risk appetite and the outlook for the closely watched nonfarm payrolls due later in the day.


Sen. John McCain is tackling climate change this week, beginning his tour at a wind turbine factory in Portland, Oregon where he pushed for free-market solutions to climate change through a cap-and-trade system, calling the evidence for global warming too overwhelming to dispute.


Mila Kunis thinks she'll have a ``good time'' playing Anastasia Steele in the movie adaptation of 50 Shades of Grey.

Mila Kunis thinks she'll have a ``good time'' playing Anastasia Steele.


New research shows that migraine and depression may share a strong genetic component.

Migraine and depression may share genetic component


A Japanese delegation from the Aomori Prefecture will make a five-day visit to Portland, Augusta and four other towns next week to exchange ideas on alternative energy, business and aquaculture.

Japanese delegation to visit Portland next week


A suburban Chicago police official has been charged with stealing painkillers from the department's drug collection program.

Suburban Chicago police official charged with stealing painkillers from department


Rio Tinto will speed up its $14.8 billion iron ore expansion project in Australia by six months, joining other miners in hurrying production to fill a supply gap for the steel-making commodity.

Rio Tinto to speed up iron ore expansion


The current pope blessed social networking and acknowledged its potential, but also emphasized how easily users could slip into relationships conducted entirely online.


2013-02-11T02:00:00Z What heals traumatized kids?


With the tough anti-terror laws of three BJP-ruled states pending with the Centre for assent, senior BJP leader LK Advani on Wednesday accused the UPA government of being soft on terrorism and demanded re-enactment of POTA to tackle the menace.


John Schock, pictured right, declared after the terrifying attack: ``Whoever's hand I bit I have still got skin in my mouth and it tastes lovely.''


The songs are definitely getting worse though.


Diane von Furstenberg, Alexander Wang and Proenza Schouler have joined forces to help earthquake and tsunami victims in Japan.

Diane von Furstenberg helps earthquake victims


After months of speculation, Dan Henderson has finally agreed to sign with Strikeforce.


YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. ― Yosemite National Park is offering more sites for campers, including a campground that's been closed for 13 years.

Yosemite offering more sites for campers


British business secretary Peter Mandelson was admitted to hospital in London today for an an operation to treat a ``benign condition of the prostate'', his spokesman said.


First Solar beat street estimates on both fourth quarter revenues and earnings per share.


AN ARMY corporal who was the personal interpreter to Britain's top general in Afghanistan was jailed for 10 years today for spying for Iran.

Army corporal jailed after spying for Iran


Nelson Piquet Jr. will make his NASCAR Nationwide Series debut in the Zippo 200 at the Glen driving Baker Curb Racing's No. 27 Ford Fusion.

Nelson Piquet Jr. to make Nationwide debut


BG GROUP has made another large discovery of oil and natural gas in the Santos Basin area off the coast of Brazil, less than a week after the previous discovery in the area, Guara.

BG Group makes another oil and gas discovery


Democrat Dale Kildee of Flint has held off Republican challenger John Kupiec to earn an 18th term in Congress.

Democrat Dale Kildee earns 18th term in Congress


The new British government on Wednesday said it views Pakistan as a long term strategic partner and desires 'deeper' and 'stronger' bilateral ties in all areas.

Britain views Pakistan as long-term strategic partner;


The Rocky Mountain girls fastpitch team won their season opener, beating host Chaparral 5-2 on Saturday.

Rocky Mountain girls fastpitch wins season opener


Video captures Calif. Video captures Calif. The Statue of Liberty, closed since Superstorm Sandy damaged the island where it stands, will reopen to the public in time for Independence Day, officials said Tuesday.

Statue of Liberty to reopen by Independence Day


An Alaska home weatherization program has cut energy costs by about a third for participants.

Alaska weatherization cuts energy costs by third


Bono has paid tribute to Apple founder Steve Jobs, who passed away last week, praising his innovative support for the U2 singer's initiative.


MLBTR passed along a bit of ``news'' late last night that the Red Sox could have interest in outfielder Magglio Ordonez.


Credit card processor BluePay and mobile payment company Payfirma are pairing up to offer merchants a tablet POS system that integrates BluePay's payment platform and Payfirma's tablet solutions.

BluePay, Payfirma offer merchants a tablet POS system


A mysterious crow, known in akan circles as ``kwaakwaadebi'' has robbed a man hole contractor, Yaw Atinga of 5 million cedis at Odumase near Sunyani in the Brong-Ahafo region.


Blair Underwood is making his Broadway debut with A Streetcar Named Desire, and will play Stanley Kowalski!


After 859 days and thousands of miles, Ed Stafford became the first man known to have walked the entire length of the Amazon river.

Ed Stafford becomes first man to walk length of Amazon river


A Prestonsburg doctor is arrested in Johnson County on accusations he was driving under the influence and almost hit several cars.


New Jersey Devils defenseman Paul Martin will be sidelined another month after having a setback in his recovery from a broken left forearm.

Devils blueliner Martin sidelined another month


SemGroup LP yesterday filed a bankruptcy reorganisation plan with the court, saying it has lined up US$500 million in financing, and expects to emerge from Chapter 11 as a publicly traded company later this year.

SemGroup files bankruptcy reorganisation plan


India and Pakistan have agreed to resume formal peace talks after a meeting between Nirupama Rao, the Indian foreign secretary, and Salman Bashir, her Pakistani counterpart, in the Bhutanese capital Thimphu.


A MAN has died after he was hit by a truck in Tamworth this morning.


An alligator spent Tuesday night in the cells of a police station in south-eastern France after a local woman found it wandering on a road outside a restaurant.


South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 10 wickets in a Group C match of the World Twenty20 on Thursday, sending their African neighbours out of the event.

South Africa beat Zimbabwe in World Twenty20


Seattle Seahawks linebacker Leroy Hill has been suspended for one game and fined one additional paycheck for violating the league's personal conduct policy.


Auction site eBay has bought Hunch, the two-year-old recommendation engine co-founded by Flickr co-founder Caterina Fake.


Yankees reliever Damaso Marte, who has been on the disabled list with weakness and tendinitis in his left shoulder, will visit with Dr. James Andrews on Monday.

Yankees lhp Damaso Marte to visit Dr. James Andrews


The Pennsbury school board agreed unanimously to approve a $10 million bond issue with ``historically low'' interest rates.

School board approves $10 million bond issue


Unbridled Energy Corporation provides an overview on its USA and Canadian properties.


Hong Kong remains the world's freest economy according to the findings of the Economic Freedom of the World: 2011 Annual Report released today by the Cato Institute and published by Canada's Fraser Institute.

Hong Kong remains world's freest economy


Some 1273 public service officials were charged with misconduct for corrupt activities between September 2004 and June 2011, a national anti-corruption summit in Johannesburg heard on Thursday.


Brittney Griner has become the second woman to dunk in an NCAA tournament game, throwing one down with her right hand early in the second half of Baylor's game against Florida on Tuesday night.

Brittney Griner dunks in an NCAA tournament game


Sterling Airlines will file for bankruptcy today after failing in a battle to keep the airline alive after its financial lifeline was withdrawn because of the economic crisis.


Autonomy said in its announcement Thursday that the combined company will become the largest in the legal information management industry, with more than 20,000 customers, including the top 1,200 largest law firms.

The combined company will become the largest in the legal information management industry


The chief adviser's special assistant M Tamim says industries are still shunning the capital market despite its huge liquidity inflow.

Industries still shunning capital market:


Now, Stemilt is taking its mobile marketing efforts to a new level by featuring QR codes on its in-store displays and point-of-sale materials.

Stemilt takes mobile marketing to a new level with QR codes


Argentina will join the Tri-Nations next year in tournament to be known as 'The Rugby Championship.


Energy secretary Chris Huhne has been charged with in connection with speeding and allegedly perverting the course of justice, the Director of Public Prosecutions Keir Starmer has announced on Friday morning.

Chris Huhne charged in connection with speeding and perverting the course of justice


A tropical depression within the vicinity of Samoa is moving towards Fiji, and could develop into a tropical cyclone by the weekend.


Katie Price aka Jordan has been booted off the social networking site Facebook for violating the terms of use.


Soul sensation ADELE stepped back into the spotlight on Friday to salute her record label boss at a New York City gala.

ADELE salutes record label boss at New York gala


Donald Trump, the American real estate developer, won government approval Monday to build a golf and housing resort in northeastern Scotland, fending off opposition from environmentalists.

Trump wins approval for golf resort in Scotland


Celeb Jihad has just confirmed that troubled actress Lindsay Lohan is dead... on the inside.


A Madison County probation officer has been charged with covering up evidence in an aggravated battery case.

Madison County probation officer charged with covering up battery case


A TODDLER who was left seriously ill amid fears she had eaten cannabis has been released from hospital.


Congressional candidate Stephen Fincher paid a visit to UTM on Tuesday, and he was greeted by a small but enthusiastic crowd in the University Center.

Congressional candidate Fincher pays visit to UTM


A Silver Creek man was in jail without bail Sunday after Floyd County police found a tear gas grenade and drugs in his residence, reports stated.

Silver Creek man found with tear gas grenade, drugs


The Super Hero Squad Show made its American debut today on the Cartoon Network.

Super Hero Squad Show debuts on Cartoon Network


In Illinois, researchers at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville have successfully produced an environmentally friendly, cost-effective biofuel from the non-edible portion of a corn kernel using technology that is currently commercial available.

Researchers produce biofuels from non-edible portion of corn kernel


The Rapids on Monday went back to the future, signing veteran defender Tyrone Marshall, originally a 1998 MLS first-round draft pick of Colorado's.

Rapids sign veteran defender Tyrone Marshall


Union Power Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on Sunday said he thought that he might lose the cabinet berth during the recent cabinet reshuffle.

I might lose cabinet berth in reshuffle:


A San Diego skydiver who died Saturday during a contest was an instructor with more than 8,000 jumps and an expert in ``swooping,'' a dangerous ground-skimming maneuver that he was doing when he was killed.

San Diego skydiver who died was expert, instructor


The Greatest Myth of Rock & Roll,'' which comes out today, reveals that more rock stars have died at 27 than at any other age.

More rock stars have died at 27 than any other age


University of Leicester psychologists believe Richard III was not a psychopath but he may have had control freak tendencies.

King Richard III may have had control freak tendencies


Afghan President Hamid Karzai on Sunday moved into a clear lead in the race for the presidency, with 48.6pc of the vote, according to partial results.


Norwich City winger Luke Chadwick is set to join MK Dons on a permanent basis.


In today's ``Off The Charts'' Bloomberg's Scarlet Fu reports that most big banks are trading below book value as investors don't trust the value of assets on banks' balance sheets.


CHARLOTTE, NC Phil Mickelson will play in the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club.


A Japan Airlines flight bound for Sydney was forced to turn back after takeoff when a business class passenger seat caught fire, reports said on Sunday.

Japan Airlines flight turns back after seat fire


KOBE Bryant won his first NBA player of the year award yesterday after leading the Los Angeles Lakers to the best record in the league's Western Conference.


Former Arsenal midfielder Robert Pires has joined Aston Villa on a six month deal, the club have confirmed.


Facebook today announced it has raised US $1.5 billion at a valuation of approximately $50 billion .


Twitter :https://twitter.com/tv5newsnow Thunderbolt kills Farmer In Medak- TV5


USD/CAD has lost ground since the dollar's subsequent gains yesterday when a surprise uptick in Consumer Confidence and higher US treasuries lead the pair to 1.0422 highs.


The condition of a motorcycle rider injured in a traffic crash on July 14 has been upgraded to serious, a hospital spokesperson said Monday.


Yamaha Motor Co said on Thursday it plans to cut motorcycle output in Japan by 24 percent this year to a level one newspaper reported would be a 40-year low, as demand drops and inventories build.

Yamaha says to cut motorcycle output this year


An Anaheim police officer was shot in the leg Sunday morning in front of a motel while investigating a report of indecent exposure.


Lindsay Lohan is to be released early from prison, and will not serve the full ninety days.


Bank of the Philippine Islands and the Philippine National Bank confirmed Wednesday they are in talks toward a possible merger.

Bank of the Philippine Islands, Philippine National Bank confirm talks of merger


Bollywood star Ajay Devgn, who has joined hands with WWF-India to pledge his support to the Earth Hour 2013, has urged everyone to use energy wisely and save as much as possible.

Bollywood star Ajay Devgn: use energy wisely


The American Action Network, one of the biggest conservative third party groups, has seen some of its new House ads pulled by local television stations for factual inaccuracies.

American Action Network's ads pulled from stations


In the tradition of Wale, Mark Ronson, and late DJ AM and Travis Barker, house music icon Deadmau5 has been named as the house artist for the 2010 MTV VMAs.

Deadmau5 named house artist for 2010 MTV VMAs


Veteran BBC foreign correspondent Brian Hanrahan, best known for his coverage of the Falklands War, has died at the age of 61.

BBC foreign correspondent Brian Hanrahan dies at 61


Former Pepperdine golfer Michael Putnam won the Utah Championship on Sunday for his first Nationwide Tour title, closing with a 4-under 67 for a three-stroke victory over Jhonnatan Vegas and Bradley Iles.


Leftover Salmon is happy to welcome some very special guests for Thanksgiving weekend at Boulder Theater.

Leftover Salmon welcomes special guests for Thanksgiving


The new EYESEC™ un-cooled thermal camera now offers continuous zoom capabilities as well as superb performance with crisp clear images.

EYESEC un-cooled thermal camera offers continuous zoom capabilities and crisp clear images


Aker Solutions has officially opened a new subsea facility at its yard in Egersund, in south west Norway.

Aker Solutions opens new subsea facility


Nearly a year after US forces left the country there are signs al-Qaida is mounting a comeback in Iraq, a US inspector general found.


The county coroner said Wednesday that the death of a man whose body was found in a yard near downtown Lexington Tuesday morning has been ruled accidental.

Death of man whose body found near downtown Lexington ruled accidental


The food inflation in India has further increased in India this week as prices of onion, potatoes, pulses and sugar have hiked.

Food inflation further increased in India


Former Speaker of Parliament Yevgeny Shevchuk, leader of the Renewal Party, has become head of Transnistria, according to preliminary data, RIA Novosti reports.

Former Speaker of Parliament Yevgeny Shevchuk becomes head of Transnistria


A 39 year old French national went missing in mysterious circumstances near a hotel here in Delhi, police said on Monday.


As the debate over marijuana legalization continues, however, it is important to identify who benefits most from the war on drugs.

Who benefits most from the war on drugs?


It's great news that Kenneth Lonergan's ``Margaret'' will be coming to DVD on July 10th, and that, in addition to the two-and-a-half-hour version of the film that was released theatrically last fall, the set will feature a three-hour-and-six-minute extended cut by the director, which will give us more of ``Margaret'' to love.


JT has announced that its fibre-to-the-home programme, Gigabit Jersey, has passed the significant milestone of 1000 homes now connected to its new fibre services.

JT's fibre-to-the-home programme has passed the significant milestone of 1000 homes now connected


A minority government headed by incumbent Premier Roland Koch took office in the German state of Hesse on Saturday after elections 10 weeks ago failed to produce a clear winner.

Minority government takes over in German state of Hesse


The Coca-Cola Company presented its ``Living the Values'' Award to law firm Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, LLP The award was established by the Company to acknowledge and honor the US based law firm, with which it does business, which best demonstrates a commitment to diversity with creative and innovative solutions that align with The Coca-Cola Company's diversity values.

The Coca-Cola Company : ``Living the Values'' award


Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he will accept an independent, albeit demilitarised, Palestinian state.


Mitt Romney, in an exclusive interview with ``Fox News Sunday,'' said Washington is letting a ``golden moment just slip away with politics,'' as he described watching the unfurling fiasco over the sequester.

Romney says Washington letting 'golden moment just slip away' with sequester


A new report reveals that the art market is blossoming in Poland, with Poles increasingly viewing artworks as sound investments.


The Beijing meteorological center has issued a blue alert for heavy rains that have battered the city since early Monday morning.

Beijing issues blue alert for heavy rains


The contract between Maine Coast Memorial Hospital and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield is set to expire Tuesday...


Legendary Bollywood producer-director Prakash Mehra, who gave Amitabh Bachchan his first success with Zanjeer, passed away in a hospital here on Sunday, after prolonged illness.

Producer-director Prakash Mehra passes away


Anonymous equals cowardice in my estimation.


Singer Alicia Keys will make her upcoming world tour a family affair by taking her young son on the road with her.


Metro is pleased to report that it will be added to the S&P/TSX 60 Index.

Metro to be added to the S&P/TSX 60 Index


Two foreigners - an Italian woman and an Iranian student - were among the nine people killed in the Pune eatery blast, the city police chief said in Pune on Sunday.

Two foreigners among nine killed in Pune blast:


``I do believe that Iran is today the centre of moral corruption of our time.


A 45-year-old homeless man living in the Jacksonville area pleaded guilty in Tyler federal court Monday to defrauding FEMA when he received disaster assistance he was not entitled to after Hurricane Katrina.


CUSTOMERS are battling it out to replace Coleen Nolan as the new ``face'' of Iceland supermarkets.

Customers battle to replace Coleen Nolan as face of Iceland


Standard & Poor's Ratings Services said Tuesday that it lowered its outlook on NYSE Euronext to ``Negative'' from ``Stable'' after the company announced a $1 billion stock buyback program and increased its dividend.


Sterling fell against the euro on Friday as anticipation an aid plan would be agreed for Ireland buoyed the single currency.


AUSTRALIA'S least-ugly rock couple are off the market, with news that Veronicas twin Lisa Origliasso and Neighbours star Dean Geyer have announced their engagement.

Lisa Origliasso and Dean Geyer announce engagement


Nikon has introduced a revolutionary new digital camera system, Nikon 1, with the launch of two new cameras, the Nikon 1 J1 and the Nikon 1 V1.


The Nepal Maoists, who are poised to lead the government after its stunning performance in the elections, are ready to embrace capitalism to bring about an ``economic revolution'' in the impoverished nation.


Commodities such as oil and gold rallied sharply, the dollar fell further, while global equities struggled to extend their strong September rally into the new month this week.

Commodities rally while equities struggle


A former Rochester, Ill., firefighter was sentenced Friday to 30 years in prison and lifetime supervised release for child exploitation charges, announced Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division and US Attorney for the Central District of Illinois James A. Lewis.

Former Illinois firefighter sentenced to 30 years in prison for child exploitation charges


A report by the Plain Dealer suggests that the Cleveland Browns may be interested in him.

Cleveland Browns may be interested in Terrelle Pryor


A soldier was choked to death inside a battle tank during a practice session near the Nachna canal here on Tuesday.


Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images TJ Lavin, thrown from his bike and knocked unconscious Thursday, remains in a medically induced coma on Saturday.


A former Edmonton police officer was fined $8,000 plus victim surcharges for causing a fiery crash last spring that injured four teenagers.

Former Edmonton police officer fined $8,000 for fiery crash


Arrow Electronics Inc. is moving its global headquarters to the Denver suburb of Englewood from Melville, NY


Sir Cliff Richard is hoping to break the US market with a soul album of duets, he has announced.

Sir Cliff Richard hopes to break US with soul album


Ozanian went to Butte County and died there, 85 years ago today.

Andranik ozanyan died 85 years ago today


Venus Williams and Kim Clijsters have reached the Us Open quarterfinals.

Venus Williams reaches US Open quarterfinals


Yves Herman / Reuters Pakistan must play a positive role in bringing stability to Afghanistan as foreign troops prepare to leave in 2014, the head of NATO said on Tuesday, before a US-chaired meeting that will try to ease friction between often feuding neighbors.

Pakistan must play positive role in Afghanistan:


Top Vatican prelates rallied around the Pope as pedophile scandals plunged the Catholic Church into crisis.


ON-LOAN Peterborough United defender Josh Thompson was yesterday recalled by Celtic and is expected to now join Chesterfield on loan.


The Microsoft Malware Protection Center has announced that Microsoft Security Essentials is celebrating its first birthday today.

Microsoft Security Essentials celebrates first birthday


Kenya has been ranked 50th out of 122 developing countries in the annual Global Hunger Index, indicating that the country is highly dependent on food imports and therefore extremely vulnerable to increasing and unpredictable international food prices.

Kenya ranked 50th in Global hunger Index


China has sent its elite Snow Leopard anti-terrorism unit to its far western frontier where ethnic violence has flared, hoping to boost security before the area stages an international trade convention in weeks, a state newspaper reported Saturday.


Harris County deputies arrested a naked man after a wild police chase early Saturday morning.


The presidential campaign made a stop in Wyoming County Thursday with a stop near Tunkhannock for Mitt Romney.

Presidential campaign stops in Wyoming County


A pro-WikiLeaks demonstration in Madrid on Saturday: ``Donations were never as strong as now.''


Pescara coach Giovanni Stroppa has resigned following a 1-0 loss at Siena in Serie A, leaving the club one point above the relegation zone.

Pescara coach Giovanni Stroppa resigns after loss


Lanka should not compete with China and India November 19, 2010, 5:09 pm Sri Lanka's export sector is still struggling to recover as it depends on traditional markets of the west.


A Melton man who broke into a house in Oakham has admitted burglary.


After three years of dating, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth are engaged, their reps confirmed to PEOPLE.


STAR News reporter Umesh Pathak follows Rahul Gandhi who has met with Fatehpur rape victim in a Kanpur hospital

Rahul Gandhi meets rape victim in Kanpur


British Airways will operate double daily business class-only flights from London City airport to New York in 2009.

Ba to operate business class only flights to new York


NO costume can hide Sam Mansfield's passion for design as the young 20-year-old prepares to put herself and her creations on display.


Voters shot down at least one Fox Valley referendum -- for bike and walking trails in Yorkville -- while another was trailing at press time.


Taiwan share prices are seen consolidating next week as investors remain cautious over negative economic data .

Taiwan shares seen to consolidate next week


BC-Home Prices,0204 Home prices post record annual decline in 4Q Eds:


Katy ISD parents and community members are invited to attend an upcoming orientation to learn more about the new State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness test that replaces TAKS for grades 3-8, and beginning 9th grade students this year.

Katy ISD parents invited to attend starr orientation


US sharemarkets gained on Monday, with stocks rising across the board after reports heralding an increase in personal income and manufacturing activity.


The Lakers told the LA Times that they believe Chandler, who traveled with the Hornets to LA, will play on Friday.

The Lakers believe Chandler will play Friday


The Onslow County chapter of the Marine Corps League elected the first female commandant in the chapter's history.

Marine Corps League elects first female commandant


A young Afghan reporter working for Canadian TV and released from US military custody nearly six months ago was shot dead in the southern city of Kandahar on Tuesday, witnesses said.


I've got five college football stats that you can't live without as we begin the countdown toward Louisiana State at Alabama Saturday night in Tuscaloosa.

Five college football stats you can't live without


Oil surged to a new record high on Monday of nearly $140 a barrel, propelled by weakness in the dollar which offset the bearish impact of plans by Saudi Arabia to boost output.

Oil surges to New record high near $140 a barrel


A 24-year-old man was run over by a train in Ballabgarh on Friday night.


The Australian share market has closed higher after gains on overseas markets and stronger than expected job figures domestically.


Police shoot a man dead in a small NSW country town after he allegedly assaulted an officer with a weapon.


A Marshall County man faces up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to child pornography and intimidation crimes.

Marshall Co. man pleads guilty to child pornography, intimidation crimes


Slashdot, the grandaddy of social content aggregators, today launched a dedicated video channel to give its millions of users their very own News for Nerds network.


A South Florida judge has recused himself from the case of a teenager who was doused with rubbing alcohol and set on fire last year.


Novak Djokovic, untouchable to date in a season which has seen him rack up 27 wins for no losses, admitted on Tuesday he's living a tennis dream which cannot go on.


Rappers RZA and Common have joined fellow artist TI in the cast of ``American Gangster,'' a 1970s crime drama starring Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington.

RZA, Common join TI in 'American Gangster'


The Baku Metro has announced a tender for purchase of 99 mm reinforced railings with length of 1500 linear meters.

Baku Metro announces a tender for purchase of reinforced railings


A 19 year-old man was beaten with a hammer at a bus stop in Christchurch by a car load of five men this morning.


The Bailable warrant has been issued to actress Mallika Sherawat for obscene dance performances by the star and directed her to appear before it on April 16.

Bailable warrant issued to Mallika Sherawat for obscene dance


Vermont police say a 25-year-old woman was killed in single-vehicle car crash.


Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar has been voted by people of India as their number one role model of health and happiness in a nation-wide survey conducted by a health magazine.

Tendulkar is number one role model of health and happiness


Telecom giant MTN recently launched a new MTN talk on logo to mark it's tenth year anniversary of operating in the country's massive telecom and mobile business market at an elaborate ceremony held in Ikeja, Lagos.


An Alexandria teen is facing charges after Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office deputies responded Tuesday to a disturbance on Debbie Street, according to a report.


Shirin does not consider herself too posh to push, but like many other women in Iran the 32-year-old has opted to have her baby by Caesarian section.


The Liberals will pick their candidate in Bruce Grey Owen Sound for this fall's provincial election.


A Westminster man shot by a Taneytown police officer Wednesday has been served with a warrant by Maryland State Police at the hospital where the man is recovering.


The Reserve Bank of India`s fixed reference rate today for USD at Rs 56.41, down 1% against its rate on previous working day at Rs 55.85.

Rbi fixes reference rate for USD at Rs 56.41


A Randall County woman is indicted on six counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child.

Randall County woman indicted on aggravated sexual assault


The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week, an encouraging sign that layoffs are easing.

Number of people seeking unemployment benefits falls


Former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty took another step towards running for president in 2012, hiring a campaign manager Monday.


Just what should the US federal government be doing, if anything, to help the journalism industry?

What should the government do to help journalism?


Pasadena-based Central Desktop, which operates a software-as-a-service project management and collaboration site, said today that it has launched a new partner program.

Central Desktop launches partner program


Your kids are bound to get loads of sweet treats this Halloween with their spooky outfits and fun face paints, so here's how to make a pumpkin bag that they can take out trick or treating with them and keep all their goodies safe, especially as capes don't have pockets!


The Chicago Bears added some linebacker depth on Thursday.


US President Barack Obama announced Thursday evening that he plans to visit India in early November as top diplomats of the two countries held strategic dialogue on strengthening bilateral relationship.


Sweden would not be bound to the eurozone although it has agreed to join EU fiscal pact, said Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt.

'Sweden not bound to eurozone despite joining EU pact'


Two persons, including a civil engineer working in a private construction company, were killed in road accidents on Friday.


Motorola CLIQ launch has been greeted with overjoy from Motorola users across the globe.


POSCO said yesterday it will cut all prices of steel products today, as raw material costs are expected to decline further.

POSCO to cut prices for all steel products


Shelby, the legendary race driver and Shelby Cobra sports car designer, has died at age 89.

Legendary car designer Shelby dies at 89


TRAVELLER and Gypsy sites around Salisbury could be set to expand as Wiltshire Council gains £3.4million in government cash to improve provision in the county.


UnitedHealth Group today reported first quarter results, highlighted by strong enrollment and revenue growth in each of UnitedHealthcare's benefits businesses and well-diversified revenue growth at Optum.

UnitedHealth Group reports first quarter results


President of Ukraine Victor Yushchenko has called on Ukrainian politicians ``to get rid of populism as of a bad dream''.

Yushchenko calls on politicians to get rid of populism


Majid Khan, a Guantanamo detainee, is likely to enter a plea deal which will limit his sentencing to 25 years.

Majid Khan, Guantanamo Bay detainee, to enter plea deal


AP Sports Writer Tim Tebow was focused more on camaraderie than competition when he joined a dozen Denver Broncos teammates for an informal offseason workout Thursday.

Tebow joins teammates for informal workout


Mr Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo, Eastern Regional Minister, said greater proportion of national resources was being spent on education being manifested in the number of interventions by government to make education accessible to all including disadvantaged children.

Greater proportion of resources spent on education --


Greasy acting wunderkind and future Tom Cruise replacement Shia LaBeouf, who once tortured the world with shouting at metallic blurs through three Transformers films, says that he is ``done'' making major studio movies, reports hollywood.com.

Shia LaBeouf is 'done' making studio movies


Geelong star Paul Chapman has escaped suspension for his series of punches on Western Bulldogs tagger Liam Picken during their AFL match last weekend.


Police from the Surry Hills Local Area Command have charged two juveniles following an alleged assault and robbery in Surry Hills overnight.

Police charge two juveniles following assault and robbery - Surry Hills


Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino announced Thursday morning that the Bruins Stanley Cup victory parade will be held on Saturday starting at 11 am starting in front of TD Garden and ending at Copley Square.

Bruins Stanley Cup victory parade will be held Saturday at 11 am


Surat Private sector engineering major Larsen & Toubro has said that China is systematically killing Indian manufacturing sector and sought 25 per cent anti-dumping duty on Chinese goods.

China killing Indian manufacturing sector:


Another manufacturing facility has closed in Booneville with the loss of 140 industrial jobs.


Mayor Luecke and other department heads proposed their 2010 budgets Wednesday, and the phrase of the day was ``trimming the fat?.

Mayor Luecke and other departments propose 2010 budgets


a program that collects, wraps and delivers gifts to seniors in Burbank, Glendale and Toluca Lake.

Program collects and wraps gifts for seniors


Former Labor federal MP Craig Thomson maintains Victorian police deliberately set out to make a spectacle of his arrest on fraud charges.


A Chinese astronaut completed a space walk, state television said, as China became only the third nation to perform the feat after the United States and the former Soviet Union.


This time Rihanna tweets about new female 'lover' and their date.


A man was hit and killed by an unmarked Sacramento police car Wednesday morning.


A mentally disabled Union City woman who went missing Saturday was found safe and sound in Hayward Sunday morning.

Mentally disabled Union City woman found safe in Hayward


German model Heidi Klum poses during the launch of her new fragrance ``Shine'' in West Hollywood, California September 28, 2011.

Heidi Klum launched new fragrance ``Shine''


A traffic accident has knocked out power to the small western Illinois village of Albany.

Traffic accident knocks out power to village


Texas public school teachers will receive a minimum pay raise of $800 thanks to a $2 billion allotment awarded by US Secretary of Education Arne Duncan under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.


It was a pleasure to march alongside many war veterans and serving personnel and to hear some of their stories.

A pleasure to march alongside war veterans


Gas prices dropped to their lowest levels in six months today, according to prices reported by readers and companies to LimaOhio.com's gas prices page.

Gas prices drop to lowest level in six months


AC Millan star Sulley Ali Muntari has admitted confronting head coach, Kwesi Appiah after the match between Ghana and Lesetho in Maseru.

Sulley Muntari admits confronting coach, Kwesi Appiah


After a lengthy courtship, Australian-Croat Josip Skoko has returned to his first club Hajduk Split and signed a 3 year contract.


Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that the only politics of reconciliation can save the country, adding who would run the system, if government alliance got fail.

Only politics of reconciliation can save country:


Chief Keef was arrested for speeding on Monday after cops in Illinois reportedly clocked him going 110 miles per hour in his BMW.


Rahul Mohindar of Viratechindia is of the view that Yes Bank has resistance at Rs 103-106.


Fraud police on Friday questioned Avigdor Lieberman, the Israeli foreign minister, for the second day running on suspicion of bribery and asked banks in Cyprus to investigate allegations that he was involved in money laundering.

Police question Israeli foreign minister Avigdor Lieberman for second day


Authorities say poor weather played a role in a double fatal accident in Columbus County Wednesday afternoon.

Weather plays role in double fatal accident in Columbus Co.


AT&T brought a virtual reality simulator to a local high school today to teach teens about the dangers of texting and driving.

Simulator teaches teens dangers of texting and driving


Las Vegas was mentioned specifically in the second presidential debate on Tuesday night.

Las Vegas mentioned in second presidential debate


``The market may edge higher in early trade on mostly firm Asian stocks. Asian stocks rose, with the benchmark index set to gain for a third day in four, amid optimism euro-area finance chiefs will complete a second Greek bailout, and before policy announcements by the Bank of Japan and US Federal Reserve today. US stocks finished mixed Monday ahead of a Federal Reserve policy board meeting that analysts hope will provide a better picture of the US economy`s direction,`` said SMC Global Research.


Azerbaijan's ruling party won a parliamentary election Sunday, an exit poll showed, cementing President Ilham Aliyev's grip on power after a vote condemned by the opposition as a charade.


Governor Bob McDonnell used the backdrop of the Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail to ceremonially sign several pieces of legislation targeting sex offenders, especially those who prey on children.

McDonnell signs legislation targeting sex offenders


Schuylkill County is among about two dozen counties in central and eastern Pennsylvania under a tornado watch until 10 pm Thursday.


Foreigner management and monitoring in the country will be charged to ministries and agencies according to sectors, Home Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein said.

Foreigner management and monitoring according to sectors


An international medicinal forum entitled ``The Fifth Congress of Euro-Asian Respiratory Society'' will take place in the Koitash rest center between September 3 and 5.

International medicinal forum to take place in Koitash


Illinois forward Mike Davis led the Illini with 17 points and eight rebounds in a loss to Bradley.


The village of Rye Brook will celebrate its 31st birthday from noon to 4 pm Saturday at Crawford Park.

Rye Brook celebrates village's 31st birthday Saturday


Girls are entering puberty at younger ages now than a couple decades ago, a new study suggests.

Girls entering puberty at younger ages- study


A gigantic dust storm blew across Phoenix, the second storm in less than a month.


Skip to navigation '' Skip to content '' US Obama hopes to avoid Clinton health care missteps Buzz Up IM del.icio.us Yahoo! Bookmarks By KEVIN FREKING, Associated Press Writer Kevin Freking, Associated Press Writer -- 7 mins ago Featured Topics:


Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I, spiritual leader of the world's Orthodox Christians, will visit New Orleans this week for a symposium on the environment with scientists, policymakers and religious leaders.

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I to visit us this week


A national jewelry store chain with two locations in Connecticut has filed for bankruptcy.


President Pranab Mukherjee with go for a one day visit to Kurukshetra on Tuesday to attend the 10th Convocation of National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra and inaugurate the National Seminar on 'Challenges of Modern World:

President Pranab Mukherjee to visit Kurukshetra on Tuesday


IFC has renewed Onion News Network for a second season and has green-lit four new original series, the network announced Tuesday.


Greek lawmakers passed a sweeping austerity plan today, paving the way for more bailout money from the European Union.


A Winona woman was charged Thursday with three counts of aiding and abetting a Mankato Avenue burglary that occurred on August 30.

Winona woman charged with three counts of burglary


Ferries offer holidaymakers greater freedom and flexibility compared with other forms of transport, according to one industry expert.


POP superstar Michael Jackson died after suffering a suspected heart attack, his brother said today.


The final section of the Sam Houston Tollway opens today, making it possible for drivers to travel from the Eastex Freeway to just past Highway 90 without making a single stop.

Final section of Sam Houston Tollway opens


Mr. Kwadwo Nyamekye Marfo, Brong Ahafo Regional Minister, says the Mills administration seeks peace and the country's accelerated development and not revenge of any kind.

Mills administration seeks peace not revenge --


A Newark man has been charged in the death of his fiancée a year after her death and two years after the incident that allegedly led to her demise, according to the Licking County Municipal Court.


Afghan authorities say militants have attacked a police checkpoint in southern Afghanistan, killing three policemen and wounding six others.

Attack on checkpoint in Afghanistan kills three policemen


Dublin's Beaumont Hospital has announced that it will close 52 beds over the next two weeks to stay within budget.


A southeast Nebraska sheriff running for re-election has pleaded not guilty to a domestic assault charge.


MIDDLESBROUGH, England -Middlesbrough has appointed Gordon Strachan as manager to spearhead the team's attempt to return to the Premier League.

Middlesbrough appoints Gordon Strachan as manager


Women are more inclined than men to pull a sickie and use an embarrassing excuse to get it, according to a study by a UK health care cash plan provider.

Women more inclined than men to pull a sickie


Icom UK has launched the MarineCommander, a navigation system which offers a multitude of solutions for boat owners giving the opportunity to 'connect' compatible VHF radios, AIS transponders, radar and/or fish finders.


New languages often evolve quickly, in a sudden burst of new words coined as groups of people strive to describe the world around them, says an international team of researchers.


Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd remains on track to achieve the remaining goals of its transformation programme after posting ``satisfactory'' half-year results, said managing director Datuk Zukri Samat.

Bank Islam remains on track to achieve goals


New Delhi: ``The challenge that the industry faces today is of scalability,'' said Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, while stating that Capacity is one of the biggest challenges being faced by the auto industry today.

Challenge that the industry faces today is of scalability - Shinzo Nakanishi


A Lee County deputy sheriff shot and killed her estranged husband this week in their home, Harnett County lawmen said Thursday.

Lee County deputy shoots estranged husband


The shekel weakened against the euro, but remained little changed against the dollar in early inter-bank trading today.


Domestic politics will increasingly drive the fate of the Indian rupee, much like the Japanese yen or the euro, HSBC says in a note on Friday.

Domestic politics to drive Indian rupee:


Trial of Man Accused of Killing Wife, DaughterThe Associated PressThe trial begins of a British man accused of killing his 27-year-old wife and 9-month old daughter in Massachusetts.

Trial of man accused of killing wife, daughter


Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, Daejeon, South Korea, and Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power, Seoul, South Korea, have been assigned a patent developed by four co-inventors, for a ``reference electrode including electrolyte containing optically-active material and automatic electrochemical potential correction apparatus using the same.''

Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute, Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power assigned patent


Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin pledged yesterday that bus and metro fares will not be increased before the end of this year amid speculation that bus operators may follow the lead of taxi drivers who raised cab fares last month.


Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal has announced that RockTenn, based in Norcross, Ga., is investing $5 million to expand its corporate headquarters and add 500 jobs.

RockTenn expanding corporate headquarters


Now, a newly released study by Agricultural Research Service -funded scientists suggests plant foods also may help preserve muscle mass in older men and women.


Former 'The Hills' star Heidi Montag thinks the infamous plastic surgeries she underwent in 2010 ''weren't disastrous''.

Heidi Montag's plastic surgeries 'weren't disastrous'


Former India coach John Wright wished iconic batsman Sachin Tendulkar happy birthday and also hoped timely recovery from his finger injury before the Indian Premier League final on Sunday.

John Wright wishes Sachin happy birthday


Liverpool have once again been linked with a shock move for Barcelona striker David Villa who is no longer guaranteed of first team place at the Nou Camp according to the Daily Mirror.


A mosque was opened yesterday in Grozny Airport.


A Free State farmer was shot in the head when men attacked him on his farm on Saturday, police said.


Marco Huck of Germany retained his WBO cruiserweight title with a narrow unanimous decision over Ola Afolabi of Britain on Saturday night.


A Saudi human rights groups has strongly criticized the kingdom's religious police, judiciary and security agencies in a new report and called for changing laws that discriminate against women.

Saudi rights group criticizes religious police


AMSTERDAM -FC Twente drew 0-0 with Groningen on Sunday to stay unbeaten but left PSV Eindhoven on top of the Dutch league.

Twente draws to leave PSV on top in Dutch league


Alexander Solzhenitsyn, the Nobel Prize-winning author whose books chronicled the horrors of the Soviet gulag system, has died at age 89, his son said Monday.

Alexander Solzhenitsyn dies at 89, son says


Ball State University reopened several buildings that had been shut during an investigation into a natural gas odor.


The JSE closed deep in the black on Thursday after receiving strong boosts from both the gold and resources sectors.


OAKLAND, Calif. The Oakland Athletics, searching this winter for a big bat for the middle of their order, are set to meet with free agent Lance Berkman on Tuesday.

Oakland Athletics to meet with free agent Lance Berkman Tuesday


A HAEMOPHILIAC from Warrington who has relentlessly campaigned to get compensation for people infected with blood diseases by the NHS has met with lords who wrote a report slamming the Government.


Turkey must pay about $170,000 to the family of a slain ethnic Armenian journalist, the European Court of Human Rights ruled Tuesday, saying the state failed to protect him despite threats against his life.

Turkey must pay family of slain Armenian journalist


The National Federation of the Blind, the nation's leading advocate for Braille literacy, announced today that Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley will serve as an honorary co-chair of the NFB's Braille literacy campaign.

Governor Martin O'Malley to serve as honorary co-chair of Braille literacy campaign


The Jacksonville Jaguars today activated linebacker Daryl Smith to the 53-man roster from the injured reserve/designated to return list and placed safety Dwight Lowery on injured reserve with a foot injury.


Carolyn Dykema will hold office hours in each town of her district later this month.


Defense Secretary Robert Gates is to unveil the defense budget today and Oklahoma Senator Jim Inhofe says he's expecting 'bad news'.


LG Electronics, unveiled two new premium IPS monitors --


Omaha's new dining tax brought confusion and frustration Friday night to local restaurants and bars.


A man was shot and killed Tuesday night in Prince George's County, police said.

Man shot and killed in Prince George's County


A Washington Township man gave up his right to a preliminary hearing Tuesday on a criminal homicide charge stemming from the shooting death of his neighbor last month.

Washington Township man gives up preliminary hearing in shooting death of his neighbor


Hockey commentator Don Cherry has turned down an honorary degree from the Royal Military College of Canada after at least one faculty member objected.

Don Cherry turns down honorary degree from the Royal Military college of Canada


Rebensburg wins Super-G Updated: 04:38, Monday January 21, 2013 Germany's giant slalom Olympic champion Viktoria Rebensburg defied the difficult conditions on the Olimpia delle Tofane course on Sunday to win a World Cup super-G for her second win of the season.


A Riverbank councilman pleaded not guilty Friday morning to drug possession charges.

Councilman pleads not guilty to drug charges


A Chicago meat company is recalling its beef products because they may be contaminated with E. coli.


Scotia Economics issued a report yesterday saying that recent immigrants have been driving housing demand in Canada.


Red Cross home care workers filed 50 employment standard complaints with the Ontario Labour Relations Board Friday afternoon.

Red Cross workers file employment standard complaints


A Pinellas inmate collapsed and died Monday afternoon while playing basketball, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.

Pinellas inmate collapses, dies while playing basketball


Volkswagen Middle East recently launched the all-new, redesigned and restyled Jetta, following the car's great success around the world with already over 9.6 million units sold.


The DC Council has approved a $9.4 billion budget plan that includes longer bar hours on some days and an expansion of traffic cameras that ticket drivers.


On Saturday morning, April 14, The Guide Dogs Central Sussex Branch held a collection in Lindfield at which the generous sum of £294.16 was raised towards helping blind and partially-sighted people to lead more independent and satisfying lives.


Conservative leader David Cameron and Southwark-born actor Sir Michael Caine visited the Globe Academy in Harper Road on Thursday morning.

David Cameron and Sir Michael Caine visit Globe Academy


An unnamed Super League player has been diagnosed with hepatitis B, triggering a warning for clubs to have their players screened.

Super League player diagnosed with hepatitis B


Retail chain Meijer Inc. is in talks to open a Detroit store that would anchor the Shoppes at Gateway Park project.


Veteran actress Betty White says she supports gay marriage and doesn't understand how people can oppose it so much.

Golden girl Betty White supports gay marriage


Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who will be seen with wife Jaya Bachchan in Bhojpuri film Ganga Devi, says there is lot of restriction when his wife is on the sets and he gets conscious in her presence.


T-Mobile USA said it's started LTE tests on its network and plans to introduce LTE Release 10 equipment in the trials this summer.


Iran angrily warned Turkmenistan to restore gas exports, amid criticism from MPs that the Iranian government was not doing enough to help people cut off from gas supplies in a severe winter.


The cloud is gaining traction in the mobile enterprise market thanks to the desire to leverage cloud platforms to develop mobile applications and access corporate information from anywhere.

The cloud gains traction in mobile enterprise market


Global Gold Corporation, an international gold mining, development, and exploration company with mining properties in Armenia and Chile, held its annual shareholders meeting as noticed on Friday, June 19, 2009 ) at its headquarters in Greenwich, CT.


The school board this week will consider creating a system of oversight for online classes that has been lacking in the Oshkosh school district.

School board to consider creating a system of oversight for online classes


James Whitaker, a veteran reporter and former royal editor of the Daily Mirror, has died.

Former Mirror journalist James Whitaker dies


Prime Minister Gordon Brown gave one of the strongest indications yet on Tuesday that troubled bank Northern Rock could be nationalised before being privatised again at a later stage.


Aulika now has scored 11 tries in all competitions this season and his brace was part of a seven-try riot for Irish against a Welsh side already guaranteed to finish bottom of the table.

Halani Aulika has now scored 11 tries this season


President Dmitry Medvedev has urged Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko to ensure the speediest arrival of international observers to the agreed-upon sites to monitor the transit of Russian gas to Europe through Ukraine, ITAR-TASS reports.

Medvedev urges Yushchenko to ensure arrival of observers


Fantasy Hound Dog www.FantasyHoundDog.com has introduced Precision League fantasy football, a whole new way to play fantasy football.

Fantasy Hound Dog introduces a new way to play fantasy football


Miley said that while she does not have anything planned right now, she would like to work with Justin in the future.

Miley cyrus would like to work with Justin Bieber