Only five weeks away from the end of his presidency, President George Bush made surprise visits on December 14 and 15 to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Bush makes surprise visits to Iraq, Afghanistan


A very active weather pattern is developing across the west this week which could significantly impact holiday travel in parts of the state.

Active weather pattern developing this week


A drunk airport fight caught on video shows what happens when you mix alcohol, racism, stupidity and a spilled sweet-and-salty snack.


Saudi Arabian shares rose the most in three weeks after the US Senate passed a bipartisan budget deal to prevent the potential economic harm from tax increases and spending cuts.

Saudi shares rise most in three weeks on US Senate budget deal


South Korea has posted a current account surplus for the 22nd straight month in December despite the global economic slowdown, the central bank said.


The history of South Africa would never be the same again, newly announced Congress of the People president Mosiuoa Terror Lekota told cheering delegates at the party's founding conference in Bloemfontein on Tuesday.


Indonesia will ban exports of some unprocessed metals from 2014 and could revoke the export licences of firms that violate the ban, the energy ministry said in a regulation that was posted on its website on Friday but later disappeared.

Indonesia to ban unprocessed metals from 2014


DEL MAR, Calif. A baby whale was briefly trapped in breaking waves off a Del Mar beach but the calf was eventually able to free itself.

Baby whale briefly trapped in waves in Del Mar


SuperSport United coach Gavin Hunt is taking no chances when the Premier Soccer League champions meet their Ugandan counterparts Kampala City Council in their African Champions League, second round, first leg tie on Friday.


Smaller meat processors complain they are being eased out by giant players in supermarkets by buying spaces in prime shelves for exclusivity.

Small meat processors complain of being eased out in supermarkets


Gloucester said on Wednesday it had struck a deal with Singapore-based Noble, its largest shareholder, to buy its 27.52 per cent stake in the mine for $269.5 million.


``Bond yields are expected to remain under pressure till there is clarity on RBI`s stance with regard to inflation/rates and clarity on the government finances however OMOs will keep check on any sharp movement in yields,`` says Yadnesh Chavan, Fund Manager - Fixed Income, Mirae Asset Global Investments in an exclusive interview with Varsha Inamdar of Myiris.com.

Bond yields are expected to remain under pressure:


The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry wants to remind citizens that if they are considering doing outdoor burning, a burn permit is required.


HANKINSON, ND The Hankinson City Council has decided that a bar owner must close his business for a week because two people took off all their clothes in the bar and had sex in front of other patrons.


Word out of Miami is that the Dolphins have released wide receiver Anthony Armstrong.


World of Darkness was given a state-of-the game update by CCP during EVE Fanfest today.

World of Darkness given state-of-the game update


RATEPAYERS in Londonderry will have to pay almost 5% more, after Derry City Council struck its new rate.


The Devils had an optional morning skate on Friday at the Prudential Center.


A West Palm Beach mother has been convicted of starving her 5-month-old baby.


Architects' fee income has fallen 40% since the start of the recession in 2008, according to new data from the RIBA's Insurance Agency.


Rain chances are looking better this week after the hot and very dry conditions we dealt with last week.


On Thursday, the western Japanese city of Kobe marked the 18th anniversary of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake with a series of memorial ceremonies that attracted more than 5,000 people who prayed for the 6,434 victims killed by the disaster.

Kobe marks 18th anniversary of Great Hanshin earthquake


The Dolphins announced that season tickets will go on sale Wednesday at 9 am, and that prices have not gone up.

Dolphins season tickets go on sale Wednesday


Rob Lowe will play Drew Peterson in a Lifetime movie about the former Chicago area cop charged with murdering his third wife, Kathleen Savio.

Rob Lowe to play Drew Peterson in Lifetime movie


The Energy Saving Trust has recently appointed Mother, in a three-way pitch managed by the Central Office of Information.


Halifax will pass on any Bank of England rate cut in full and will not apply its tracker collar.


A teacher from Illinois is eating school lunch every day in 2010, ``just like the kids.''

Teacher to eat school lunch every day for 2010


Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda today suffered injuries in a helicopter accident at the Birsa Munda Airport here today.

Arjun Munda suffers injuries in helicopter accident at Birsa Munda Airport


Strategy sessions on the future of Detroit neighborhoods are scheduled at various locations across the city this week.

Strategy sessions on Detroit neighborhoods scheduled


A report says demand for home loans is set to decline in 2010 as interest rates creep higher.


Finnish mobile handset maker Nokia on Thursday said it will cut 10,000 jobs globally by the end of 2013 but its Indian operations are unlikely to see any ``significant impact''.

Nokia to cut 10,000 jobs, India unlikely to see 'significant impact'


The FBI will investigate the murder of gay Clarksdale, Mississippi mayoral candidate Marco McMillian whose body was found late last week near a levee after being dragged, beaten, and burned.

FBI to investigate murder of gay Mississippi mayoral candidate Marco McMillian


On December 18, Steven Spielberg turns 65.


Tiger Woods is hitting golf balls again and working out at his home in Florida, a source close to his camp has told Reuters.

Woods is hitting balls again and working out


China plans to boost investments in railway, utilities and health, in an attempt to beat the economic slowdown.


Veteran actor Anil Kapoor's younger daughter Rhea who makes her debut as a producer with Aisha says that Bollywood was never a man's world.


these were both of terrence ross's dunks to win the 2013 dunk contest and the judges were most pleased with.

Both of terrence ross's dunks to win the 2013 dunk contest


Venezuelan state oil company PDVSA has seized 11 Tidewater vessels and an onshore base in the Lake Maracaibo area as part of a recent round of expropriations that has seen Venezuela take control of a variety of assets and equipment from oilfield service companies in the country.


CORNELIUS, NC & JOHANNESBURG---VectorVest announced today the release of VectorVest 7 South Africa.

VectorVest releases VectorVest 7 South Africa


A United Airlines flight attendant remained hospitalized in serious condition Wednesday afternoon after severe turbulence shook a plane traveling from Houston to New York's LaGuardia airport.

Flight attendant in serious condition after severe turbulence shakes plane


ONESTEEL has revised down its earnings guidance for the first half because of the recent fall in the iron ore price and rise in the Australian dollar.


he's accused of throwing a few punches and kicks at a Jasonville police officer.

Man accused of throwing punches at officer


Australia faces a hiatus in new LNG projects as buyers turn to the United States because of its potential lower costs, a consulting group says.


Russia has asked Iran to help it revive a rare population of Persian leopards near the Black Sea resort slated to host 2014 Winter Olympic Games.

Russia asks Iran to help rare population of Persian leopards


FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx and an express transportation company, has launched its inaugural revenue flight using a Boeing 757 freighter.

FedEx Express launches inaugural revenue flight using Boeing 757 freighter


The 2011 property tax bills will be mailed today for all Floyd County, City of Rome, and Cave Spring taxpayers, according to Floyd County Tax Commissioner Kevin Payne.


- Discovery Communications and the United Nations announce a partnership to spread awareness of the United Nations global campaign to celebrate the International Year of Biodiversity.

Discovery Communications and the United Nations announce partnership to celebrate International Year of Biodiversity


As a one of its chief detractors in recent years, I feel it is incumbent upon me to report things are looking up on Georgia's Jekyll Island.


Sri Lanka will develop Hambantota port in southern part of the country as a transshipment hub for vehicles to ease congestion at the Colombo port.

Lanka to develop Hambantota port as transshipment


The Mackinac Center is pro-free markets, not necessarily ``pro-business.''

The Mackinac Center is not 'pro-business'


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Actress Megan Fox is bringing her sex appeal to high-end tech store, Sharper Image.

Megan Fox brings sex appeal to Sharper Image


After a one-year hiatus from indoor competition, Blessing Okagbare has taken the track and field world by storm, propelling the UTEP women's team to a No. 17 ranking by the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association.

Blessing Okagbare takes track world by storm


A voucher program for New Orleans students in failing schools to attend private schools at taxpayer expense is costing the state less than budgeted this year.

Voucher program costs less than budgeted


With its 2012 corporate report, Symrise has decided to stop publishing separate annual and sustainability reports and is moving in the direction of integrated reporting.

Symrise stops publishing separate annual and sustainability reports


The President of Ghana, John Atta Mills, has died, according to a statement from his office.


Oscar-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, who has stood by husband Michael Douglas' side during his bout with throat cancer, has been treated for bipolar disorder, her publicist said Wednesday.

Catherine Zeta-Jones treated for Bipolar disorder


One of the most iconic small cars ever to be manufactured, MINI is finally on its way to India.


Local supermarket owners said extreme weather is wreaking havoc on food prices, especially food in the produce aisle.

Extreme weather wreaks havoc on food prices


NC House Rep. Jerry Dockham, R-Davidson, says he is seriously considering running for Congress next year.


Goldman Sachs Group Inc and Morgan Stanley are among a group of banks expected to agree as soon as this week to a $1.5 billion settlement with federal regulators over botched foreclosure claims, two sources familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.

Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley expected to agree to $1.5 billion settlement over foreclosure claims


Police released this surveillance camera video of three suspected vandals authorities believe are responsible for dozens of broken windows in businesses, cars and houses across the county.

Police release video of suspected vandals


Former model and singer George Craig says he is not dating Emma Watson because their hectic schedules don't give them any time for love.


Meryl Streep is reportedly in talks to play Britain's first female prime minister Margaret Thatcher in a new biopic.


General Overseer of Royal House of Faith Assembly at Lekki, Lagos, Pastor Bassey James has said that Nigeria will be great again in a very short while.


HAWTHORN will be looking to reverse its form against Geelong this week, a side it hasn't beaten since the 2008 grand final two years ago.

Hawks looking to reverse form against Cats


A WOMAN was killed after being struck by an Express train at Pokesdown Railway Station on Saturday.

Woman killed after being struck by Express train.


An ancient Roman ship has been discovered in Italy.


A new study has found that nature and nurture are both responsible for depression.

Nature and nurture are both responsible for depression


New Baltimore is the second city in Macomb County to declare an official snow emergency Tuesday.


A new high-tech teaching tool is helping teachers at Oak Hill Elementary bring more technology into the classroom.

Teacher brings technology to the classroom


Continuously weak demand from developed economies has already led some experts to forecast that China may miss its 2012 foreign trade growth target.


Chivas USA acquired defender Carey Talley from Real Salt Lake on Friday for a conditional pick in the Major League Soccer SuperDraft in 2010 or 2011.

Chivas USA acquires Talley from Real Salt Lake


Former Australian captains Richie Benaud and Mark Taylor paid rich tributes to Don Bradman on the occasion of the legend`s centenary year.

Benaud, Taylor pay rich tributes to Bradman


The Venezuelan government deported three drug traffickers sought by the International Police, who were arrested by the different security agencies as part of the fight against this scourge and criminal organizations.


Global private equity investor Wilbur Ross & Co has said that it has no intention of exiting low-cost carrier SpiceJet, in which it had pumped Rs 345 crore.


UBS, the Swiss bank, raised its stake in Parmalat, the Italian food company, to 5.1 percent, making it the biggest investor in the company.


Asian stocks rose, sending the MSCI Asia Pacific Index up the most since November, as commodity prices gained on speculation the global economy is strengthening and as companies reported improving profits.


The PM has expressed his satisfaction over the economic situation of the Country, and said that prudent measures of the incumbents had ushered in economic progress.

Prudent measures of the incumbents had ushered in economic progress:


Two Alexandria men were each charged with burglary after a home was burglarized on Felker Street on Thursday, Alexandria police said.


The Nederlands Dans Theater will perform in New York for the first time in eight years as part of the Joyce Theater Foundation's spring gala on April 10 at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, the organizations are to announce on Monday.

Nederlands Dans Theater to perform in New York


Manchester Mayor Frank Guinta says he will not run for governor this year.


British singer-songwriter Ozzy Osbourne will be writing a health advice column for the Sunday Times magazine, associated with London's Times newspaper.


The Only Way Is Essex centres on a group of friends and associates and their high-maintenance lifestyle in Brentwood.


Jack Brisco, a former professional wrestler and NCAA wrestling champion passed away today, February 1, 2009 at the age of 68.


A sky diver tangled up in power lines in Whitewright Saturday afternoon.


With three former prime ministers and his predecessor looking on, Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff opened a weekend ``thinkers'' conference Friday with a call to fix what he called ``the break'' between the country's political class and its citizens.


And now she is ready with another laugh riot ``Housefull'' which she says is mad but not mindless.


RONNIE O'SULLIVAN admitted he was back in love with snooker after hitting top form at the Crucible yesterday.

Ronnie O'Sullivan admits he's back in love with snooker


The NBA All Star reserves were announced tonight on TNT.


The month-long budget session of the Bihar assembly began here Tuesday with opposition members raising slogans against the government on issues like corruption and deteriorating law and order.


Australia's Matt Jaukovic has broken the short course 50m butterfly world record, setting a time of 22.50s at a World Cup meet in Sydney on Saturday.

Jaukovic breaks short course 50m butterfly world record


Italy struggles with the euro as its debt crisis weighs heavily on the country.


Rangers fans clashed with riot police in Manchester as their team suffered a 2-0 defeat in the Uefa Cup final.


One minority group leader is asking that the Hispanic community have their own county commission seat, considering their contributions to the community.

Leader asking for Hispanic community commission seat


If you are a larger than life person and are looking for a timepiece that matches your personality to the 'T' then TW steel watches are just for you.


But a new material may actually create an inverse Doppler Effect.

New material creates inverse Doppler Effect


Atlanta-based specialty insurer Assurant Solutions has launched the new MyClaim mobile application for iPhone or iPad and Android devices.

Assurant launches MyClaim mobile application


Ahlibank, one of the fastest growing banks in Oman, has launched its Investment Banking services to the customers of the Sultanate.

Ahlibank launches 'Investment banking services'


Another call for the Anglican Church to release the engineering reports behind its decision to demolish the Cathedral.

Another call for Church to release reports


Impressive Royal Ascot scorer Art Connoisseur will be supplemented for the Phoenix Stakes at the Curragh.

Art to be supplemented for Phoenix Stakes


Hamilton police found a woman's bite worse than her dogs' bark when she violently objected to their seizure last night.

Police find woman's bite worse than dogs' bark


Mason backed to make Origin return Updated: 21:03, Sunday April 21, 2013 It's been five years since Willie Mason last played for NSW, but Country coach Trent Barrett has backed the controversial prop to return against Queensland in the June 5 series opener in Sydney.


Portland police say a 22-year-old New Jersey man has been killed in Southeast Portland when he was hit by a train.


Caterpillar Inc. said Thursday it will expand a Kansas plant that manufactures tool attachments for its construction machinery.


Authorities say an 80-year-old woman died when her mobile home in DeLeon Springs caught fire.


August 04, 2011, 13:56, - Finnish developer YIT said it aims to increase housing production in Russia according to market demand in the ...

Finland's YIT to increase housing production in Russia


Six baby foxes found abandoned are rescued by Central Coast group.


The St. Vincent de Paul thrift store in Lansing has found temporary locations thanks to community donations after a fire destroyed its REO Town headquarters.

St. Vincent de Paul store finds temporary locations after fire


Indiana's Camp Atterbury expects to lose up to 400 jobs this year as the war in Afghanistan winds down, but it's hoping to drum up new business by attracting high-ranking military leaders for conferences.


President Obama says the US will stay in Afghanistan until 'the job is done' , despite his July 2011 deadline for some troops to start coming home.


PIMCO has hired John Valtwies as a portfolio specialist within the global wealth management group.


UK consumers are now watching nearly two hours more live TV every week, as hit shows such as The X Factor and Strictly Come Dancing drive a ratings boom, a new report has said.


Richardson-based RipCode, a developer of video trancoding appliances, has raised $1.0M in a debt funding round, according to a regulatory filing by the firm today.


President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday said Ghana would continue to exhibit strong leadership in democratic governance, which makes it the envy of many nations.

Ghana will continue to exhibit strong leadership in democratic governance --


Imperial Irrigation District has forecasted an additional $390 million for its budget over the next 37 years due to a water price renegotiation with the San Diego County Water Authority.

Imperial Irrigation District forecasts additional $390 million over next 37 years


The CBI on wednesday opposed bail plea of arms dealer Suresh Nanda and three others including his son Sanjeev, in a case of manipulating evidence on alleged kickbacks received in defence deals saying ``presence of all the accused in a hotel room was ample proof of conspiracy.''

CBI opposes bail plea of Suresh Nanda and others


St George Illawarra centre Matt Cooper says he would welcome dumped Canberra full-back Josh Dugan at the Dragons, insisting the NRL cannot afford to lose the wayward star.


Canadian bonds ended sharply higher along with US Treasurys on Monday as the market rebounded from Friday's losses.

Canada bonds up sharply as market rebounds from Friday losses


In yet another gruesome crime of passion, a 32-year-old man killed his lover's six-year-old son just because she threatened to dump him if he failed to return her jewellery that she had given him for safe keeping.


Mauritius is set to buy the British Airways stake in their national airline after British Airways entered into an agreement to sell its 10.5% share in Air Mauritius for GBP3.2m.


Zotac today unveils the new GeForce GTX 560 series of graphics cards catered towards gamers seeking an extra performance punch at 1080p gaming resolutions.

Zotac unveils new GeForce GTX 560 series


A contract male nurse with Southern Health Partners, Inc has been charged with misdemeanor sexual battery.

Contract male nurse charged with misdemeanor sexual battery


A new bridge providing a direct link between St. Francisville and New Roads will open early Thursday because of high water on the Mississippi River.


Tiger Woods now ex wife, Elin Nordegren, 30, opened up to People Magazine after keeping quiet for 9 months.

Elin Nordegren opens up to People Magazine


Kelly Brook was reportedly dumped by her boyfriend because she was too high maintenance.

Kelly Brook dumped by boyfriend over her high maintenance


Cardinals ace Chris Carpenter underwent elbow surgery on Tuesday, receiving the same ulnar nerve transposition procedure that slugger Albert Pujols had last month.


A 10-year-old girl claims a man tried to abduct her while she was walking to school.


Terrace collapse killed 11 football fans in Senegal while they were watching a World Cup football match, government officials said on Saturday.

Terrace collapse kills football fans in Senegal


Ehud Olmert is suspected of illicit ties to an American Jewish financier, the New York Post reported.


A South Pasadena fire chief was involved in an accident on Tuesday when his department-issued SUV overturned.

South Pasadena fire chief involved in accident


The Colorado Rockies dismissed hitting coach Carney Lansford and third base coach Rich Dauer on Monday, a day after Jim Tracy resigned from the manager position.

Colorado Rockies dismiss hitting coach Carney Lansford, third base coach Rich Dauer


Investor interest in cash and fixed interest waned at the end of 2009, as rises in the stock market prompted greater risk-taking.

Interest in cash and fixed interest wanes


A jury has been shown CCTV footage of a car crash in a beer garden which led to the death of a pensioner in Midlothian.


Kim Cattrall feels she is ``marginalised'' as an actress.


Beijing, China will host Uzbekistan in an international football friendly June 6, organisers said Friday.

China to host Uzbekistan in football friendly


MINNIE Driver has given birth to a baby boy named Henry Story Driver, her spokesperson has confirmed.


About two inches of rain fall across the Smithtown area during a weekend Nor'Easter.

Two inches of rain fall during Nor'Easter


Hot air balloon pilots in the Egyptian city of Luxor have defended their colleague who survived this week's crash in which 19 tourists were killed.


On February 21, 2010, ek pass will be featured during an airing of ``Business & Beyond'' on Fox Business Network.

Ek pass to be featured on Fox Business Network


Colorado is leading the way in creating a new state-based health exchange that's a key part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, otherwise known as the federal health care reform act signed into law by President Obama last year.


The deadline for celebrity photographer Annie Leibovitz to repay a $24 million loan passed Tuesday night without word from either involved party.

Deadline for celebrity photographer Annie Leibovitz to repay $24 million loan passes


Bahrain Air is in talks to buy six new jets, reported Gulf News.


Kohl's Department Stores today announced it anticipates hiring more than 40,000 associates this holiday season, a more than 20 percent increase over last year, at stores, distribution centers and credit operations nationwide to ensure Kohl's shoppers continue to receive excellent customer service throughout the season.

Kohl's Department stores anticipates hiring more than 40,000 associates for holiday season


The Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, has urged Ghanaians to keep the peace in the run-up to December general election and thereafter.


Intel is teaming up with retailers like HSN, Kraft Foods and Macy's to offer an enhanced shopping experience through digital signage.

Intel teams up with retailers to enhance shopping experience


Free agent fullback Vonta Leach will take his time weighing his options, one of which includes an offer from the Miami Dolphins.

Free agent fullback Vonta Leach continues weighing his options


After a scary moment last night, Blue Jays pitcher JA Happ was officially placed on the disabled list Wednesday.


A soldier stationed at Fort Carson has been killed in Afghanistan.


Actor Emraan Hashmi has paid tribute to legendary lyricist Gulzar in 'Ek Thi Daayan' and the director of the horror thriller Kannan Iyer says the sequence is presented in a realistic manner.

Emraan Hashmi pays tribute to Gulzar in 'Ek Thi Daayan'


Dockwise has sold two type IV vessels, Dock Express 10 and 12, to an undisclosed buyer.


Two Buffalo Police officers are recovering from separate patrol car crashes that happened Tuesday night.

Buffalo police officers recover from separate patrol car crashes


27 de febrero de 2012, 15:02Abu Dabi, Feb 27 US male tennis player Mardy Fish classified for the second round of the Open Tournament of Dubai Monday, beating German Andreas Beck 6-1 and 6-1.

US male tennis player Mardy Fish classifies in Dubai


Japanese stocks surged to their highest level this year as Asian markets rose Thursday on optimism a new Japanese government will stimulate its sluggish economy.

Asian markets rise amid optimism over Japan


A fit-again Sachin Tendulkar and the controversial spinner Harbhajan Singh are set to return and beef up a struggling Indian team, to be picked here tomorrow, for the three-Test series against Sri Lanka starting later this month.


Former consumer social media aggregation software Seesmic, will shut down their video service effective December 1st.


Pakistan should adduce evidence of terror convict David Headley by making him an approver in the 26/11 attacks case instead of asking India to send Mumbai magistrate RV Sawant Waghule to testify in a court there, special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam said.

Pak should adduce evidence of Headley as approver:


Three escaped a house fire in Maryland Heights Wednesday morning.


Wimbledon organizers will pay US$83 million to regain total control of the All England Club, buying back the 50 per cent it gave away in 1934.

Wimbledon to pay us$83 million to regain All England Club


Another member of an organised crime gang responsible for bringing cocaine worth £750,000 from London to Norwich has been jailed for 21 months.

Another member of gang responsible for bring cocaine worth £750,000 to Norwich is jailed


The Snead State baseball program will hold a fundraising golf tournament Aug. 20 at 9 am at Boaz Country Club.

Snead State baseball will hold fundraising golf tournament


Iran on Wednesday hanged a former soccer player's mistress , known as a ``temporary wife'' , who was convicted of murdering her love rival in a case that captivated the Iranian public for several years.

Iran hangs former soccer player's mistress


MANY shops around the Gladstone region will be closing their doors on Anzac Day to show their respect for the traditional significance of the day.


Henri Camara has still got two years on his Wigan Athletic contract remaining.


Four Oakland police officers were hospitalized this afternoon when two patrol cars collided in West Oakland.

Four Oakland police officers hospitalized after two patrol cars collide


Attorneys newly admitted to the state bar and members of the Oneida County Bar Association are invited to attend an educational seminar Wednesday at the Radisson Hotel-Utica Centre.


Longtime Kansas baseball coach Floyd Temple, who amassed 438 wins during his nearly three-decade coaching career with the Jayhawks, has died.

Longtime Kansas baseball coach Floyd Temple dies


Apple said on Monday it has sold over 1.7 million of its iPhone 4 units through June 26, just three days since its official launch on June 24.

Apple sells over 1.7 million iPhone 4 units


After an investigation of more than two years, Edwards may face a grand jury indictment for campaign finance violations this week.

Edwards may face indictment for campaign violations


TV presenter Myleene Klass said she's still not back in her pre-baby wardrobe four months after giving birth.

Myleene Klass still not back in pre-baby wardrobe


``Why have police become so impatient and wild on media? We must strengthen all the institutions of the country to make democracy strong,'' said Suranjit.


A two-year-old British child is missing in Samoa after a killer tsunami hit the country, the honorary consul has said.


An Iranian Foreign Ministry official has said that Egypt's decision to host a foreign ministerial meeting of a contact group on Syria comprising of Egypt, Iran, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia is a step forward toward identifying common ground in regard to efforts to resolve the Syrian crisis.

Egypt's decision to host foreign ministerial meeting of contact group on Syria is a step forward:


An alert was sounded along the Odisha coast today with warnings issued to fishermen and people following the massive earthquake off Sumatra coast.


Baltimore Ravens injured rookie outside linebacker Sergio Kindle traveled to Baltimore from Texas on Sunday to be examined by doctors after fracturing his skull in late July and being sidelined for the entire preseason.


Pasco fourth-graders Ryan and Ashley Butterworth are twins that have different birthdays.


A Knoxville church is hosting a coupon fair to help East Tennesseans exchange money-saving ideas.


Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe will form a new government soon but he says the main opposition Movement for Democratic Change does not want to join the new administration, state media reported.


Fresh Express®, a fully owned subsidiary of Chiquita Brands International, Inc., announced today the launch of its new convenience-focused value-added salad Kits program.

Chiquita's Fresh Express announces launch of new salad kit program


A typical Web application is the target of an attack at least one in three days on average, according to a report released by data security firm Imperva.

Web applications are attacked one out of three day...


GLASGOW, Scotland -Falkirk was relegated from the Scottish Premier League and Kilmarnock survived as the two sides draw 0-0 on Saturday.

Falkirk relegated from Scottish Premier League


Clara Harris takes former lawyer to trial over attorney fees Jury selection is set to begin more than three years after Harris filed a lawsuit claiming Houston attorney George Parnham overcharged to defend her in the 2003 murder trial that garnered international attention.

Clara Harris takes former attorney to trial


Walgreens has launched Nice!, a new store brand for the company's more than 400 grocery and household products.


The US Supreme Court ruled in favor of former Enron executive Jeff Skilling, saying that an honest-services law could not be applied to his case.

Supreme court rules in favor of former Enron exec Skilling


Pakistan insisted that US apology for a NATO air strike that killed 24 of its soldiers last year is necessary for ending a six-month blockade of vital supply routes for foreign troops in Afghanistan.

Pakistan insists on US apology for NATO strike


Former First Lady Laura Bush wants out of a pro-gay marriage PSA which shows clips of Republicans, including Dick Cheney and Colin Powell, voicing their support for marriage equality.

Laura Bush wants out of pro-gay marriage PSA


After a highly-controversial trip overseas, Kim Kardashian is back in the US!


VISIT FLORIDA®, the state's official tourism marketing corporation, has announced its new Board of Directors.

VISIT FLORIDA® announces new Board of Directors


Chinese share prices closed flat on Thursday despite strong economic figures in the first half year.

Chinese shares close flat despite strong economic figures


Vodafone lost 26,000 mobile customers in this country during the three months to the end of June.


Texas Tech opened fall practices in the Tommy Tuberville era on Saturday, the first of 22 scheduled practices over the next few weeks.


George Clooney was in a playful mood at the premiere of his new film 'Up In The Air' at the Rome Film Festival, telling the waiting press that his love life is ``better'' than his movie.

Clooney's love life is better than his movie


Harper has appointed five new senators to fill vacancies.


The European Commission publicized the annual report about development on Azerbaijan within ``European Neighborhood Policy''.

European Commission publicizes report about development on Azerbaijan


International media are reporting that Venezuela has cut its diplomatic ties with Israel to protest the Jewish State's counterterrorist Operation Cast Lead in Gaza, but Israel's Foreign Ministry says that is not quite accurate.

Venezuela cuts diplomatic ties with Israel?


Montreal, QC - Olympic silver medalist Maria Sharapova pulled out of the $2.168 million Rogers Cup tennis event in Montreal, citing a stomach ailment.


MANCHESTER City manager Roberto Mancini wants to make two more signings before the transfer deadline as he tries to turn his team into serious contenders for the Premier League title.

City boss Mancini wants two more signings


Matthew Keys, an online whiz kid, has moved easily between two digital subcultures for years.

Matthew Keys moved between two digital subcultures for years


FAIRFIELD General Hospital could help to shape future policies after a visit by the national director for mental health.

Fairfield helping to shape future policies


Chicago White Sox first baseman Paul Konerko left Friday's game against the Cubs after he was hit in the helmet by a pitch from Jeff Samardzija.

Konerko leaves game after being hit in helmet


British rock trio Muse have been nominated for an American Music Award for Favorite Artist in the Alternative Rock Music Category.


Chris Brown pleading not guilty in Los Angeles Superior Court with his attorney Mark Geragos.


An inmate simply walked away from the ACI in Cranston Thursday afternoon.


Anita Baker has canceled her Florida tour, meaning she will not play at Sarasota's Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.


Actress Zsa Zsa Gabor had been admitted to hospital in Los Angeles to undergo a partial amputation of her right leg, her husband said.

Actress Zsa Zsa Gabor to undergo partial amputation of right leg


Iraq's Cabinet on Sunday approved a security pact with the United States that will allow American forces to stay in Iraq for three years after their UN mandate expires at the end of the year, the government said.

Iraqi Cabinet approves security pact with US


A commercial prawn fisherman has been fined $2,000 for altering a safety device on a trawling net used to protect endangered species from being caught.


Seoul shares gave up as much as 1.58 percent in earlier gains to turn negative during Thursday afternoon trading, as technology issues including LG Electronics retreated on the back of rising strength in the won.

Seoul shares give up gains, turn negative


Movember, the month formerly known as November, is here and it's time to join men across the country by growing a Mo and supporting men's health issues.


Comedian and online celebrity Katie Goodman will be delivering her outrageous performance titled, ``I Didn't F*ck It Up: Irreverent, Hilarious, Musical Satire from an Uncensored Mind'' on Thursday, December 15th, at The Triad in New York City, at 7:00pm.


A Canadian soldier was killed and another wounded by enemy fire during an ambush in the Pashmul region of the Zhari district Tuesday.


Tennessee Titans coach Jeff Fisher stated on Friday that ``there is a good chance'' quarterback Vince Young will start Sunday against the San Diego Chargers.

Titans coach Fisher, ``there is a good chance'' Young will start


National carrier Air India sacked 10 more pilots who went on mass sick leave leading to several flight cancellations Wednesday, as the Delhi High Court stepped in to normalise operations by restraining pilots from going on strike.


An Alsip man was charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of a 34-year-old man Friday night outside a home in the South Chicago community, police said.

Alsip man charged with murder in shooting death


It has been reported that Vodafone Group announced a new agreement with its Indian partner Essar to buy out its stake in the mobile operator Vodafone Essar.


Israeli forces Monday arrested three Palestinians from across the West Bank, according to local and security sources.

Israeli forces arrest three Palestinians in West Bank


4/18/2008 9:29:09 AM Halliburton Company intends to make rival offer for Expro in order to battle against the GBP 1.61 billion bid from Candover Partners, reports said.

Halliburton intends to make rival offer for Expro:


AUSTIN, Texas Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong has sold his Austin estate to an oil-and-gas rights agent.


Lehman Brothers, a 158-year-old investment bank choked by the credit crisis and falling real estate values, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection from its creditors on Monday and said it was trying to sell off key business units.The filing was made in the US Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York by Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc., the bank's holding company.

Lehman Brothers files for Chapter 11 protection


Tour de France winner Alberto Contador will leave Astana at the end of this season after he rejected the team's offer to extend his contract, the Spaniard's spokesman announced on Wednesday.


Mumbai, Dec 14 Indo-Canadian adult movie actress Sunny Leone is proud to learn that she is the most searched personality online, in India.

Sunny Leone proud to be most searched personality online


The word characterizing the non-confidence vote against the government was 'corruption' according to Deputy President of the Parliamentary Group of Bulgarian People's Union Boris Yachev, Radio FOCUS --

Word characterizing non-confidence vote is corruption:


After completing its 3G license auction, India has now started the BWA/WiMAX spectrum auction along the same lines.


It seems as though Beyonce and Kim Kardashian may not be friends after all, as it's revealed that Beyonce shunned Kim whilst they both attended the Made In America music festival on Saturday.

Beyonce shuns Kim Kardashian at music festival


Hayneedle Inc. which operates more than 200 specialized e-commerce sites, has lost its chief marketing officer.

Hayneedle loses its chief marketing officer


Police are not actively looking for Lindsay Lohan though a $50,000 warrant has been issued for her arrest in connection with a 2007 DUI conviction.

Police not actively looking for Lindsay Lohan


The Indian rupee ended flat on Tuesday, and not far from record lows against the dollar, as strong end-of-the-month greenback demand from state-run oil firms and weak global risk sentiment pressured the domestic currency.


'Barfi!' has got an official entry to the Oscars, and actor Ranbir Kapoor said he has high hopes from the film even though at the moment it has not reached the nomination stage.


Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has been charged with assault and affray after a nightclub champagne celebration turned into a vicious brawl.


Virgin Media is to launch an unlimited music download subscription service, recognising the growing demand for access to online music.

Virgin Media launching an unlimited music download service


Blockbuster is closing all its Iowa stores, ending about a 20-year presence in the state.


This image from KRT video shows Kim Jong-un, foreground, Kim Jong-il's third son and successor, saluting as he walks next to his father's hearse during a funeral procession for the late North Korean leader in snowy Pyongyang, Wednesday.

This image from KRT video shows Kim Jong-un, foreground ...


The BSE Sensex is seen ranged early on Thursday ahead of monthly derivatives expiry, with expectations for rate cuts tempered by mixed Asian markets.

BSE Sensex seen ranged early ahead of expiry


Football hero and Brazilian 'national treasure' Pele has reportedly been robbed at gunpoint while driving near a Brazilian slum.


Now, though, there is a chance that Google could resurrect the smartbook with the Chrome operating system.


North Korea fired another short-range missile off its east coast Tuesday night, Yonhap News Agency reported Wednesday, citing a unnamed official at the South Korean presidential office.

N. Korea fired another missile Tuesday night


A Foley man was beaten and later released from the hospital following a home invasion that occurred around midnight Tuesday, according to the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office.


Exxon, the world's largest publicly traded oil company, shattered records today by announcing a $40.6 billion profit for 2007.

Exxon Mobil shatters records with $40.6 billion profit in 2007


Members of American boy band New Kids on The Block arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Saturday night, a day before the Manila leg of their ``NKOTBSB'' concert series.


and Univison showed that the recession has taken an especially heavy toll on Latinos.


Geneva County school official had to seek temporary office space Monday due to the high water.

Geneva County school official seek temporary office space


Two people have been injured in a car accident on Trakia highway, the National Medical Coordination Center told Focus News Agency.

Two people injured in car accident on Trakia highway


UralChem, seeking to raise as much as $642 million in a London initial public offering, is being sued for 3.1 billion rubles over failing to buy agreed volumes of raw materials.


Water began to flow into the Divai fishing schooner that ran aground near the Sakhalin port of Nevelsk.

Water flowing into schooner that ran aground on Sakhalin


It has been announced that Kelly Osbourne will be starring alongside Miley Cyrus in her new movie ``So Undercover.''

Kelly Osbourne to star with Miley Cyrus in ``So Undercover''


Lady Gaga exhausted, dehydrated, and cancelling shows?


The UN Mideast envoy said Tuesday that the situation in Gaza was unacceptable and unsustainable in humanitarian, human rights, security and political terms.

UN Mideast envoy says situation in Gaza unacceptable


Reliance Communications Ltd., India's second-largest mobile phone operator by subscribers, reported quarterly profit that missed analyst estimates on higher debt costs.

Reliance Communications profit misses estimates on debt costs


Arsenal have made an official offer for French centre-half Sebastien Squillaci, according to Sevilla.


Nelson was struggling to subdue a dogged Horowhenua Kapiti side after day one of their zone 2 Hawke Cup cricket match in Levin on Friday.


Transport fuel prices in India may rise by up to Rs.3.50 per litre if an empowered group led by Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee decides Monday to permit state-run oil retailing firms to charge market rates for such products.

Fuel prices in India may rise Rs.3.50 per litre


A 72-year-old Craig man accused of killing his wife and burying her in a gold mine will be tried in Moffat County.

Man accused of burying wife in gold mine to be tried


Top Spin 3 hit store shelves earlier this week and promises to bring ``stunning graphics and revolutionary gameplay''.


The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company on April 23 declared a regular quarterly dividend of 41 cents per common share.

The Board of Directors of the Coca-Cola Company declares quarterly dividend


Shameless star Jody Latham was arrested and charged with assault after a late-night punch-up outside a pub.

Shameless star Jody Latham arrested and charged with assault


Police in Hamilton say a 51-year-old teacher is facing sexual assault charges involving a student at Cathedral Secondary School.

Hamilton teacher facing sexual assault charges involving student


Walter Smith insists he is ``ready to get out of Scotland'' as he pointed the finger at Celtic for setting the tone on a controversial season.


Two men were charged Friday with trafficking cocaine following a two-month investigation, police say.


Federal Minister for Defence Chaudhry Ahmad Mukhtar, has said that the present Government is committed to work for the amelioration and uplift of common man.

Government committed to work for amelioration and uplift of common man:


Bradley Smith will move up to MotoGP in 2013 after agreeing a three-year deal with the Tech3 Yamaha team.


Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina was suspended five games by Major League Baseball for his incident with umpire Rob Drake.

Cardinals' Molina suspended for five games


A UK Guantanamo Bay inmate has won a High Court battle to release material he says supports his case.


U tube girls geting screwed by dog, the object of skills, or argued models, has expected into an disabled song row, and response the zuni pueblo has printed seminar practical for work backgrounds.


Senator Ted Kennedy has been hospitalized after the 76-year-old suffered two seizures on Saturday morning.

Ted Kennedy hospitalized after suffering two seizures


Ghana moved a notch higher in gaining international recognition, to combat global crime when it opened an ultra-modern document fraud detection centre, touted as a novelty in sub-Saharan Africa.

Ghana opens ultra-modern document fraud detection centre


New Delhi: ``Telecom companies are at war,'' was how the Centre Wednesday described the ongoing legal battle in the Supreme Court on the issue of 2G spectrum allocation.


A man was seriously burned early Tuesday evening while trying to put out a brush fire, Metro 911 dispatchers say.

Man seriously burned while trying to put out brush fire


A 35-year-old cyclist was killed after being hit by a heavy vehicle near a flyover in Mahipalpur in south Delhi.

Cyclist killed after being hit by heavy vehicle


/FIS/ Four investment projects of the total worth of RUR14.5 billion are to be implemented on Taymir.

Four projects to be implemented on Taymir


Afghanistan has stayed on course for a place in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 after winning both its fifth round One-Day Internationals in the Pepsi ICC World Cricket League Championship against Scotland at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, it was announced by an ICC Media Release.

Afghanistan stays on course for a place in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015


Japan is planning to buy eurozone sovereign bonds to help the single currency region deal with its debt crisis, the nation's finance minister said on Tuesday.


Kate Winslet is to sue a leading UK tabloid newspaper over an article claiming that she had lied about her diet.


Election Commissioners of three states Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh are in Gujarat on three-day visit to study E-voting system here.

Election commissioners of three states in Gujarat to study e-voting


New publicity photos of Peter Jackson have been released to coincide with the filming of The Hobbit starting in Wellington on Monday.

Publicity photos of Peter Jackson released


After slumping to their third consecutive defeat in the tournament, Kings XI Punjab skipper Kumar Sangakkara said poor start to their run chase cost his side the Indian Premier League match against Deccan Chargers here on Friday.


SCORES of people in Harare last week failed to register as voters ahead of next month's elections amid allegations that government officials were deliberately frustrating them.


A rare 1913 stamp featuring a kangaroo inside a map of Australia has sold for $29,000 at auction.


Maoist chief Prachanda, who is poised to head the next Nepal government, on Saturday said he will meet embattled King Gyanendra to persuade him to step down and leave the royal palace before the monarchy is abolished in the Himalayan nation.

Prachanda to persuade King Gyanendra to step down


Former St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Bob Forsch died Thursday night.

Former Cardinals pitcher Bob Forsch dies


The rupee gained on Thursday as global risk assets stabilised globally after a recent sell off.


FIFA have threatened to ban Switzerland from the sport if they fail to punish Sion for fielding ineligible players in the Europa League.


The Leafs sign Marcel Mueller to a 2 year entry level contract.


Boulder-based OneRiot, the real-time search engine firm run by Kimbal Musk, said today that it has tied in data from Google Buzz, the realtime social web service.


South Dakota Lottery officials say a Wyoming man has claimed his $10,000 Powerball prize.

Wyoming man claims $10,000 Powerball prize


The Utah state engineer is retiring after seven years on the job.


A Findlay man pleaded not guilty to charges of burglary and criminal damaging in Fostoria Municipal Court on Thursday.


Exclamation! will play for the ``Music in Mackinaw'' concert series Saturday, July 19, at 8 pm at Conkling Heritage Park in Mackinaw City.


Eike Batista has sold a $850m stake in his troubled oil assets to Malaysia's state-run Petronas as Brazil's once richest man struggles to fund his energy and mining empire.

Batista sells $850m stake in troubled oil assets to Petronas


Wal-Mart Stores Inc. said today it is cutting more than 10,000 jobs at Sam's Club, representing about 9 percent of the warehouse club operator's staff, as it outsources its product-sampling department to marketing company Shopper Events and eliminates another unit.

Walmart cutting 10,000 jobs at Sam's Club


JC Penney Company, Inc. today reported fiscal third quarter results that were significantly better than initial expectations and showed further improvement in cash flow performance, reflecting the continued successful execution of its Bridge Plan strategy.


RWE, the German power generator and distributor, plans to invest 900 million euros in central and eastern Europe including Turkey by 2013, said Andreas Radmacher, chief executive of the company's Turkey unit.

RWE plans to invest 900 million euros in central and eastern Europe


Just in time for the 2011 Prom season, PromGirl.com has launched their signature scent and trust me when I say 'You're going to love it!'.


Athletic Bilbao coach Joaquin Caparros has stressed the importance of his side's win over Racing Santander at San Mames before calling on his team to eliminate the errors that nearly cost them the three points.

Athletic Bilbao coach Joaquin Caparros stresses importance of win over Racing Santander


Junior explorer South Boulder Mines Limited has announced an important nickel copper intersection at the Rosie prospect in the Duketon region JV with Independence Group NL.

South Boulder announces important nickel copper intersection


Strong winds are wreaking havoc around the Coachella Valley this evening, knocking down trees and power lines and causing traffic delays.

Winds wreak havoc around Coachella Valley


The tropical storm watch for several islands of Yap State expanded to include Fais and Ulithi, yesterday.


A motorcyclist has died from injuries he suffered Saturday night in a collision on Interstate 85 North near the Duke Street exit.


Toronto FC announced Monday they have acquired allocation money from the San Jose Earthquakes in exchange for midfielder Sam Cronin.

Toronto FC acquires allocation money from San Jose Earthquakes


Malaysia on Tuesday launched a major development project to spur growth in its largest state, Sabah on Borneo island, which is resource-rich but lags behind the rest of the nation.

Malaysia launches development project in


Tasman lock Riki Hoeata and East Coast midfielder Rua Tipoki will both face judicial hearings after incidents at the weekend.

Hoeata and Tipoki face judicial hearings


By Bill Ladson / MLB.com With the injury to outfielder Magglio Ordonez, the Tigers have ``great interest'' in Nationals first baseman Adam Dunn, according to a baseball source.


Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers player Shelton Quarles was arrested early today on DUI charges, according to Tampa police.

Former buc Shelton Quarles arrested in Tampa


The state Office of General Services will auction off surplus vehicles and highway equipment at 9:30 am Friday, Nov. 30 at the State Police Troop C barracks on Route 7 in Sidney.

State to auction off surplus vehicles, equipment in Sidney


Vandals attacked a memorial to those who died fighting for their country just hours after a huge crowd gathered for a Remembrance Sunday service.


Three white men involved in the beating and death of a black man in Mississippi pleaded guilty Thursday to federal hate crimes a day after one of them pleaded guilty in state court to a murder charge.

3 men plead guilty to federal hate crime


Hologic has announced the launch of a new endometrial ablation system for the treatment of women suffering from excessive menstrual bleeding.

Hologic launches new endometrial ablation system


Police from the Mt Druitt Local Area Command are appealing for information following a drive-by shooting in Bidwill overnight.

Police appeal for information following drive-by shooting --


In effect, we've lived beyond our means for quite a long period of time, and we've now kind of reached a point where it appears, for a raft of reasons, that we can no longer live beyond our means.

'We can no longer live beyond our means'


Defence Secretary Philip Hammond said the UK is detaining as many as 90 Afghans without charge in a holding facility in Camp Bastion, while denying as ``absurd'' suggestions that Parliament had not been informed.

Hammond says UK is detaining up to 90 Afghans without charge


President Barack Obama has urged Congress to raise the US debt limit during the final news conference of his first term.

President Obama urges Congress to raise us debt limit


Dragonair, a subsidiary of Cathay Pacific Airways, has launched a new scheduled service to Hanoi, Vietnam.


Police officers offered to cover up for then Leader of the Conservative Party Hans Engell in 1997.


PHOENIX -Dodgers right-hander Hiroki Kuroda was released from the hospital Sunday morning and cleared to fly home with the team after taking a liner off his head in the sixth inning of Saturday night's game against the Diamondbacks.


Pfizer Inc. said yesterday it paid US$35-million to about 4,500 doctors and researchers from July through December 2009 for a variety of services, including speaking fees, expert advice and work on clinical trials of its medicines.


Bell Aliant Inc. said Friday it will outsource about 100 Atlantic Canadian jobs as the telecommunications provider continues to face pressures to cut costs.

Bell Aliant to outsource about 100 Atlantic Canadian jobs


On Tuesday, the edible oils price showed mixed trend, after witnessing sharp rise previous day.


The White House is calling on Europe to take ``proactive action'' to disrupt the Hezbollah organization following an investigation that tied the group to the bombing of a bus filled with Israeli tourists in Bulgaria last year.

White House calls on Europe to take 'proactive action' to disrupt Hezbollah


More than 14,000 killed in Venezuela Updated: 11:33, Friday June 22, 2012 More than 14,000 people were killed in Venezuela last year, according to the country's top security official.


Major Asian markets recovered from early plunges Friday on hopes that Washington will soon propose measures to keep the US economy from sliding into a recession.


UK fugitive, arrested after being found living the high life in SA for the past 18 months under a false name, was refused bail in the Cape Town Regional Court yesterday.


Environment Minister Jayanthi Natarajan, who is leading the Indian delegation at the 12-day talks under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in Durban, said India has a very small carbon footprint and is implementing ambitious energy efficiency programmes to reduce the emission of green house gases.


Junior John Moreland hit two home runs to help the Mercer baseball team split its Atlantic Sun doubleheader with FGCU on Saturday afternoon at Swanson Stadium.


England bowler James Anderson is expected to be fit for the first Ashes test against Australia on Nov. 25, despite cracking a rib in a training camp in Germany, the England and Wales Cricket Board said on Friday.

Anderson expected to be fit for first test


The Camping and Caravanning Club marked the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in spectacular fashion by setting a Guinness World Record for the most people wearing paper crowns in 24 hours.

The Camping and Caravanning Club sets Guinness World Record


``I'm having a great time -- it's more fun than I thought it'd be,'' said Megan Arnold, 14, and a student of St. David's Catholic high school in Waterloo.


LONG BEACH, Calif. A councilwoman says Long Beach is owed $18 million in unpaid parking tickets.

Long Beach owed millions in unpaid parking tickets


Durable goods orders rebounded in September as orders increased 1.0% compared with -2.6% growth in August.


Disney actress Demi Lovato has finally denied that she is dating fellow teen star Joe Jonas.

Demi Lovato denies she is dating Joe Jonas


The Orioles on Thursday announced that they have selected infielder Ryan Flaherty of the Chicago Cubs organization in the Rule 5 Draft.

Orioles select inf Ryan Flaherty in Rule 5 Draft


The National Hauora Coalition's bid to enter Northland through contracts with three Peak practices in the district has been rejected by the DHB.

Hauora coalition's bid to enter Northland rejected


A young Sonoma County man serving time in state prison for a grand theft was stabbed to death in a prison yard attack, prison officials reported.

Sonoma County man stabbed to death in prison


Under the terms of the transaction, LDK Solar will acquire Best Solar's crystalline module manufacturing plant at cash consideration of $21.5 million, representing the fair value of the assets acquired, determined on an arm's-length basis.

LDK Solar acquires Best Solar's crystalline module manufacturing plant


AC Milan captured its first Italian soccer league championship since 2004 following a 0-0 tie at Roma.

Ac Milan captures first Italian soccer championship since 2004


Kobe Bryant injures his left ankle late in LA's Game 4 loss at New Orleans Hornets.

Kobe Bryant injures his left ankle on Game 4


Madonna has been confirmed to appear on The Graham Norton Show in the new year.

Madonna to appear on 'the Graham Norton Show'


STOCKS to watch on the Australian stock exchange at the close of trade on Tuesday: up 1.5 cents, or 1.5 per cent, at $1.025 Troubled surfwear retailer Billabong has appointed actuary and Rhodes scholar Dr Ian Pollard as its chairman elect.


A Watsonville bank was robbed Monday morning by two armed men, one wearing a clown mask and the other with a bandanna over his face.

Watsonville bank robbed by man in clown mask


A draft law on defamation will be submitted to the parliament's autumn session, said chairman of the Press Council Aflatun Amashov, APA reports.

Draft law on defamation to be submitted to parliament


The number of emergency parliamentary debates increased again in 2008, reports Wednesday's Volkskrant.


LADY GAGA helped raise a massive £29.6 million for good causes as the star performer at a charity show in New York on Monday night.


Jacques Lamoureux scored two goals, including the game-winner, as Air Force beat Canisius, 3-2, in an Atlantic Hockey Association game Saturday at a sold out Cadet Ice Arena.

Lamoureux scores two as Air Force beats Canisius, 3-2


Former Baltimore Ravens owner Art Modell, who bought the Cleveland Browns in 1961 and moved them to Maryland in 1996, died today, according to the team.


Pre-registration is open for the Fast 40 dash, the race and Fun Walk planned for the night before Interstate 40 re-opens through downtown Knoxville.


The research by Brigadier Shaukat Qadir, a retired Pakistani army officer, said that bin Laden was forced to retire and remain in isolation by members of the al-Qaeda, which he once founded.


Novolipetsk Steel announced that it has won the 2007 Best Russian Exporter contest in the category of Ferrous Metals Best Exporter in the Industry.


A Helena man allegedly shot himself early Friday morning in Jefferson County, after initially accusing two assailants, according to Sheriff Craig Doolittle.


The Courtyard Wilmington Newark/Christiana Mall hotel in Newark, Delaware has reopened following renovation work.

Courtyard Wilmington Newark/Christiana Mall hotel reopens after renovation


Health Minister Aravind Limbavali on Saturday said dengue fever had claimed nine lives in the State.


``I am very happy starring in Indian films right now.


The sailing season continued at Tumby Bay on Saturday with two races being staged in mild conditions.


Celebrity Big Brother winner Paddy Doherty is reportedly being investigated in relation to tax payments.

Celebrity Big Brother Paddy Doherty investigated over tax?


Berkshire Hathaway has been sued by an ex-manager of its recreational-vehicle business who claimed he was fired after bringing allegations of ``millions of dollars'' of fraud to executives including chairman Warren Buffett.


Brian Jones of Jesup made his first solo flight at the Independence Municipal Airport on July 2.


US President Barack Obama plans to set up a federal consumer financial protection agency to shield Americans from predatory practices from credit card firms, banks and mortgage markets.

Obama to set up consumer financial protection agency


Snow Patrol has covered U2's Mysterious Ways for the upcoming 20th anniversary of Achtung Baby!


Medtronic announced today that the FDA approved an expanded indication for its cardiac resynchronization therapy with implantable cardioverter defibrillator devices.

FDA approves expanded indication for cardiac resynchronization therapy


Taipei, March 3 The ruling Kuomintang said Wednesday that it will recruit candidates, rather than hold primaries, for the mayoral elections that will be held in five special municipalities at the end of this year.

KMT to recruit candidates for mayoral elections


Oil prices rose for a second day after six straight days of declines, as the dollar fell and investors latched onto a government report that new requests for unemployment benefits fell sharply last week.


Ethnic minority girls will receive seven-year scholarships to complete their high school and undergraduate university courses under a new scheme announced by its sponsors on March 29.


Debra Messing has filed for divorce from her husband of 11 years, Daniel Zelman, citing ``irreconcilable differences''.


Team Britney has begun the countdown to the end of a court order stating that she should remain under the conservatorship of her father, Jamie Spears, reports Thisislondon.co.uk.

Team Britney begins countdown to end of a court order


What happens when you are selling more than one book per minute, making you the largest online bookstore in the country?


Liberty Ross has reportedly forgiven her husband Rupert Sanders for cheating on her with Kristen Stewart.

Liberty Ross forgives Rupert Sanders for cheating with Kristen Stewart


A former Iva police officer who recently resigned after being charged with assault and battery has been arrested again.


Wissahickon teachers Monica Weninger, Scott Landis and Michael Jackson were honored at Monday night's School Board meeting.


The student government of Pottstown High School recently hosted a powder puff football game to benefit breast cancer research.

Student government hosts powder puff football benefit


A Wheelersburg man is under arrest, charged with the felony charge of importuning.

Wheelersburg man charged with importuning


Teachers have suspended strike action while they negotiate a new pay deal after rejecting a previous offer.


A Lone Star man suffered third-degree burns over 50 percent of his body following a fire in his van Friday afternoon.

Lone Star man suffers burns following fire in van


Turner Contemporary, a new £17.4m gallery dedicated to the life of 19th century artist JMW Turner, has officially opened its doors to the public in Margate, Kent.


AMEE, developer of a platform for aggregating energy consumption data, has raised $5.5 million in Series B funding.


US President Barack Obama has nominated Ben Bernanke for a second term as chairman of the Federal Reserve.

Obama nominates Bernanke for second term


A 74-year-old Taiwanese man died after he accidentally swallowed his dentures during sex with a prostitute.

Man dies after swallowing dentures during sex


Texas Rangers pitcher Scott Feldman left Saturday's game in Baltimore with an undisclosed injury.


STOCKBROKERS on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange are facing viability problems as the volume of shares traded on the bourse continues to plunge, resulting in the reduction of their commission.


Over 800 people have been detained on various charges by police in storming operations on Saturday night.

Over 800 detained in storming operations


Biotechnology company Genzyme Corp. said Tuesday it will face production delays on two key drugs because of a manufacturing issue at its Allston, Mass., facility.

Genzyme faces production delays for key drugs


FORMER Prime Minster Tony Blair and his wife Cherie were in Mill Hill on Sunday to officially open a new Jewish community centre.

Tony Blair opens Jewish community centre


The treasury branches of the State Bank of India remained open today.


Barry Bonds won a big legal victory Friday that could put his long-delayed perjury trial back on track.


Former Illinois police officer Drew Peterson is pleading not guilty to charges of murdering his third wife.

Drew Peterson pleads not guilty to murdering third wife


She is the most-loved 'momager' of all and it seems that Kris Jenner is in talks to host her very own daytime talk show in the States.

Kris Jenner in talks to host own daytime talk show?


On Saturday, May 9, letter carriers with the US Postal Service will collect food for the hungry along their delivery routes as part of the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger National Food Drive.

Letter carriers to collect food for hungry


Fourth graders at Linden-Kildare Elementary School learn about wildflowers through writing and drawing.


The FAA proposed a $1.05 million civil penalty against The Boeing Company on June 27 for allegedly failing to correct a known problem in production and installation of the oxygen systems on its B-777 airliners.

FAA proposes $1.05 million civil penalty against Boeing


The death of a woman who exited a moving car on Interstate 95 in Jasper County Sunday night has been ruled a suicide, according to the Jasper County Coroner.

Death of woman who exited moving car ruled suicide


John Mayer creates guitar for Katy Updated: 22:38, Sunday December 23, 2012 John Mayer has designed a guitar for Katy Perry's Christmas present.


Lehman Brothers revealed that it has liquidated three funds with assets totalling $1bn because of 'market disruptions'.


Five Egyptians were killed and eight wounded in clashes between Christians and Muslims in a town near Cairo, security sources said today, in the latest sectarian violence in the most populous Arab state.

Five Egyptians killed and eight wounded in clashes between Christians and Muslims in a town near Cairo, security sources say


Turkmenistan, as a hospitable country, pursues an 'open doors' policy towards all interested parties, President and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov said in his address to officers of the State Migration Service of the country on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of its formation, published on Thursday in the national media.


A 38-year-old Park City man was killed in a dirt bike crash Thursday.


Five former Blackwater Worldwide security guards pleaded not guilty yesterday to federal charges that they unleashed an unprovoked salvo of bullets and grenades in a busy Baghdad square in 2007, killing at least 14 Iraqi civilians and injuring 20 others.

Former Blackwater guards plead not guilty


Ethiopia freed opposition leader Birtukan Mideksa on Wednesday, saying it had granted a plea for pardon from her.

Ethiopia frees opposition leader Birtukan Mideksa


Grizzly Bear are collaborating with the London Symphony Orchestra later this year calling the event a ``Surreal Honor''.

Grizzly Bear collaborate with the London Symphony Orchestra


With a cleverly clinched second place, Audi driver Timo Scheider defended his overall DTM lead at Barcelona.


Expro is proud to announce it played an important role in the world's first totally intervention-less gas well completion using the EXcape® Completion Process.

Expro plays important role in world's first intervention-less well completion


Clippers commentator Michael Smith pleaded not guilty to grand theft charges in Orange County Superior Court this morning.

Clippers commentator Michael Smith pleads not guilty to grand theft charges


Gov. Bob McDonnell announced today that he will ask more than 86,000 state employees to pay 5 percent of their salaries toward their pensions.

McDonnell to ask state employees to pay for pensions


Carpet manufacturer Godfrey Hirst NZ has filed its High Court appeal against the Commerce Commission's decision giving Cavalier Wool Holdings the go-ahead to acquire the wool scouring assets of Wool Services International.


Raipur, April 5 A Chhattisgarh Police officer Sunday accidentally shot two of his colleagues when he pressed the trigger of his service revolver while cleaning the weapon, an official said.

Chhattisgarh Police officer accidentally shoots two colleagues


Most of the main European share markets fell in early trading.


The Indian football team was without a coach since Englishman Bob Houghton quit the job last year, finally former Dutch international football, Wim Koevermans got appointed as the new Indian football team coach in the capital recently.

Wim Koevermans appointed as new Indian football coach


A Libby man has claimed a $10,000 Powerball prize from the April 8 drawing.

Libby man claims $10,000 Powerball prize


Forecasts for the Maritimes issued by Environment Canada at 11:00 adt Wednesday 13 March 2013.

Forecast for the Maritimes issued by Environment Canada


A 21 year-old has been seriously injured in an collision between a bus and a car in Southland.

21-year-old seriously injured in collision


Metzenbaum died Wednesday night at his home in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., The Plain Dealer, a Cleveland newspaper, reported.


Two Kenyan soldiers were on Sunday killed at the Kenyan-Sudan border in an ambush on a military convoy, military spokesman Bogita Ongeri has confirmed.

Two soldiers killed at Kenya-Sudan border


Gucci forgoes the traditional wrap: 3D Glasses go gaudy with Gucci.


Several sports Web sites have confirmed OSU is headed to the Cotton Bowl to play Ole' Miss January 2; a rematch of the 2004 Cotton Bowl.


Chris Brown has pleaded guilty to assaulting Rihanna and the two are ordered to stay away from each other.

Brown pleads guilty to assaulting Rihanna


Stock futures are trading in a narrow range after a report showed first-time unemployment claims did not fall as low as expected last week.


IndusInd Bank today announced that it will be opening 30 new branches, 50 new offsite ATMs and 6 mobile ATMs in next few months, as per the authorisations recently received by them, from Reserve Bank India.


Even though Justin Tuck is traveling to Washington, the Giants signed DE Justin Trattou from the practice squad as insurance.


Novell said that it sees a strong momentum in collaboration market, with over 9,500 customers purchasing or renewing Novell collaboration solutions in 2010.

Novell sees strong momentum in collaboration market


Half a million people have fled war in Somalia this year, with hundreds dying on a perilous crossing across the Gulf of Eden to Yemen, the UN refugee agency has said.

Half a million people flee war in Somalia, UN says


A Turkish film will be screened in European countries, the organizer company said on Tuesday.

Turkish film to be screened in European countries


The Nashville Predators claimed forward Marek Svatos on waivers from St. Louis Wednesday, a day after Svatos signed a one-year deal with the Blues.

Nashville Predators claim Marek Svatos on waivers from St. Louis Blues


Chandigarh, March 24 The Haryana government Monday ruled increasing the retirement age of government employees from 58 to 60 years.

Haryana rules out increasing retirement age


Former Guns N' Roses guitarist Gilby Clarke has undergone a second round of surgery to repair his shattered legs following a motorcycle crash last month.

Former Guns N' Roses guitarist Gilby Clarke undergoes second surgery


The major averages have bounced well off their early lows, climbing firmly into positive territory.

Major averages bounce firmly into positive territory


Cost cutting and rate increases that took effect in Illinois and Missouri last year helped Ameren Corp. post an 11 percent increase in third-quarter profit.

Ameren posts 11 percent increase in profit


Now to Niagara Falls where fire crews made a daring rescue overnight.


In another sign that book publishers are looking to embrace alternatives to Amazon.com's Kindle e-book store, the New York Times reports that Simon & Schuster has agreed to sell digital copies of its books on Scribd.com, a popular document-sharing Web site.

Simon & Schuster to sell digital books on Scribd.com


A Chino woman died today at Desert Regional Medical Center after falling 30 feet near Idyllwild.

Chino woman dies from fall near Idyllwild


Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki pledged not to seek a third term in an interview today, and said he would try to pass a constitutional amendment limiting his successors to two terms.

Iraq pm Nuri al-Maliki pledges not to seek third term


Red-haired rocker Storm Lee and camp duo Diva Fever were booted off the X Factor last night, after both failed to make the grade during the public vote.

Storm Lee and Diva Fever booted off the X Factor


Brazilian military planes found a 3-mile path of wreckage in the Atlantic Ocean, confirming that an Air France jet carrying 228 people crashed in the sea, Defense Minister Nelson Jobim said Tuesday.

Brazilian military planes confirm that Air France jet crashed at sea


A Mechanicsville man has been sentenced to four years in jail for possession with intent to distribute controlled dangerous substances.

Mechanicsville man sentenced to four years in jail


'I'm a little concerned that things have gotten a little out of whack,' Holder told NBC on Wednesday.

'Things have got a little out of whack':


Conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh took to the airwaves Monday and assailed passage of a health care reform passage, declaring that ``the will of the people was spat on yesterday'' and telling his listeners, ``America is hanging by a thread.''

Rush Limbaugh: ``America is hanging by a thread''


David Albelda has lost his court case against Valencia to have his contract cancelled and compensation paid of €60m to him.

Albelda loses court case against Valencia


China and the United States on Wednesday held their annual round of defense consultations in a bid to control risks and avoid misjudgment between their militaries.

China, US hold defense consultations on controlling risks


Dogs in the Western Cape get more attention than people in poor communities, the provincial ANC said on Monday.


at 09:00 Google has updated the stable version of its Chrome browser to version 4.1, fixing a few bugs including a security flaw that won the researcher who spotted it a top prize.

Google updates Chrome, awards security bonus


President Bush will speak at the Air Force Academy graduation ceremony May 28.

Bush to speak at Air Force academy graduation


Romania ranks 40th in the classification of the most peaceful countries in the world, climbing five positions compared to 2010, according to Global Peace Index for 2011, published yesterday.

Romania ranks 40th among the most peaceful countries in the world


Heart disease is the leading killer of men and women in the United States, but new research from the Minneapolis Heart Institute indicates that women are less likely to be diagnosed with coronary artery disease and less likely to receive preventive medications before their heart attacks than older men.

Women are less likely to be diagnosed with coronary artery disease


California Tortilla will donate more than 400 pounds of rice and beans to So Others Might Eat and the DC Central Kitchen after hundreds of customers voted for them in the recent Shorty Awards campaign.

California Tortilla to donate 400 pounds of rice and beans


Harkin promoted a hybrid of defined benefits and 401-type retirement plan during his visit, pointing out that half of Americans have less than $10,000 in savings, just 1-in-5 receive pension income, and that 6 million Americans over the age of 65 live in poverty.

Harkin promotes hybrid benefits-retirement plan


CHIEF Government spokesperson Ronnie Shikapwasha says the funeral of former President Frederick Chiluba may cost about K4.5 billion.


The Iraq inquiry will look into the aftermath of the war today, in a distinct shift of focus following preliminary sessions.


Webster Financial Corporation , the holding company for Webster Bank, NA, announced today that it intends to offer 225,000 shares, or $225 million aggregate liquidation preference, of non-cumulative perpetual convertible preferred stock.

Webster to offer $225 million non-cumulative perpetual convertible preferred stock


Pro Football Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor was charged Thursday in Suffern, NY, with raping a 16-year-old runaway who police said was forced into prostitution by a man who had beaten her up.


Canadian rock legends RUSH received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday in front of the Musicians Institute on Hollywood Boulevard.

RUSH receives star on 'Hollywood Walk of Fame';


A Kansas nursing student is fighting back after taking a photo of herself with a human placenta and posting it on Facebook--then getting expelled.

Nursing student takes photo with placenta, gets expelled


Weekly, in an appearance on Oprah later today, Seal will confirm that he and Heidi Klum are expecting a daughter!

Seal and Heidi Klum expecting a daughter


Workers at Fraser River Pile and Dredge were offered group counselling Friday after a deckhand was crushed by a hydraulic counterweight while painting a company vessel Thursday night.

Workers offered group counselling after deckhand crushed


Though Israeli athletes won just one medal at the Beijing Summer Games, Israeli business has been bringing home the gold from China for some time.

Israel has brought home the gold from China for some time


Computer assisted knee replacement surgery in India is proving beneficial for the patients who are having knee related problems.


Amir Khan has revealed that he was supporting Andy Murray at Wimbledon and hopes the Scot will support him to World title glory next week.


that President Barack Obama is sending 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan to be deployed over six months.

President Obama will send more troops to Afghanistan


Reality TV stars Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar from TLC's reality TV show ``18 Kids and Counting'' will visit the Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary's Jacksonville campus for the 10 am Tuesday chapel service.

Reality TV stars of '18 Kids and Counting' to visit Tuesday


The Mansion, Cayman's new luxurious jewellery and timepiece store at the Town Centre of Camana Bay, opens its doors next week.


Indian shares fell nearly 1 percent on Thursday, with ICICI Bank and engineering conglomerate Larsen & Toubro leading the drop, as investors took profits after a two-month rally.


An Indigo Airlines flight, with 114 passengers on board, made an emergency landing in Chennai today following a bird-hit soon after it took off on Friday night.

Indigo flight makes emergency landing in Chennai


Online prediction betting site Intrade said late Friday that it faces a $700,000 cash shortfall and possible liquidation, an announcement that comes less than a month after it halted trading on its website and froze customer accounts amid federal scrutiny.


China has again called for a world currency as doubts about the dollar rise and US stocks continue to slide.


Punjab Governor, Sardar Latif Khosa Wednesday said that judges after taking residential plot submit affidavit otherwise, the judiciary would have to end the double standard, Geo News reported.


After weeks of speculation of who the last man standing would be, ``Bachelorette'' Ali Fedotowsky made her final choice Monday night.


Big Philippine banks saw a surprise downtrend in loan delinquency in the first quarter, suggesting that the local economy remained resilient so far to credit stresses that have bludgeoned financial institutions in the United States and elsewhere in the world.


Drivers and pedestrians in the metropolitan Washington, DC area continue to cope with partially-cleared roads and, in many areas, unshoveled sidewalks.


A Flagstaff woman died in a car crash on Lake Mary Road Tuesday night during a police chase.

Flagstaff woman dies during police chase


The UAE economy maintains its vividness, attractiveness and continues to achieve high growth rates, stressed UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Shaikha Lubna Al Qassimi.

UAE economy continues to achieve high growth rates


A former Lexington radio personality charged with possession of child pornography will face sentencing Friday.

Former Lexington radio personality faces sentencing


Bank of America refinance mortgage rates continue to hold steady below 5%.

Bank of America refinance mortgage rates --


Police said several arrests are pending in a large fight outside a North York nightclub in the hours following New Year's Eve.

Arrests pending in large fight at North York nightclub


A former Yuma police officer remains behind bars, charged for allegedly stealing nearly $11,000 in cash from evidence storage to support an addiction to prescription drugs.


Gold has been doing well because of inflationary fears and the downtrend in equity markets.

Gold doing well because of inflationary fears


The woman found dead in the window well of a Halifax school had a kind heart, took pride in her appearance and was trying to turn her troubled life around, friends said Tuesday.

Woman was trying to turn her life around


Mark Ronson says he and Amy Winehouse are both ``gutted'' that they lost out in the race to record the next James Bond theme.

Mark Ronson: 'Amy Winehouse is gutted about losing James Bond theme'


City of Indianapolis officials announced last week that they will use $2.1 million in stimulus funds to update traffic signals with energy-efficient LED lights.

City to use $2.1 million in stimulus funds:


MILAN - Italian autoworkers on Thursday called the first nationwide strike of Fiat workers since CEO Sergio Marchionne took over the company and mounted its turnaround.

Italian autoworkers call strike against Fiat


Marist got outstanding efforts from its two ace pitchers and swept Greenbrier in the Class AAAA quarterfinals Tuesday at Jerry Queen Field.


An Israeli soccer team arrived in Istanbul to play a Turkish team, despite tensions between the two countries.

Israel soccer team playing in Turkey, despite tensions


The European Central Bank said it didn't settle any government bond purchases for the sixth straight week.

ECB didn't settle any government bond purchases for a sixth week


Nissan will launch the world's first mass-produced electric vehicle, known as the Leaf, in Japan and the US before year's end.


If approved, the tentative pact could save more than 2,000 jobs at the plant.

Tentative pact could save more than 2,000 jobs


A mother accused of poisoning her infant daughter has been sentenced to 30 years to life prison.

Mother accused of poisoning daughter sentenced to prison


John Goodman is currently in talks to reunite with TV wife Roseanne Barr for the NBC comedy pilot Downwardly Mobile.

John Goodman in talks to reunite with Roseanne Barr for NBC pilot


Several arrests were made over the past couple of days on a variety of charges.


The European Commission on Tuesday voiced fears that a ``serious humanitarian crisis'' is developing in Chad, where the government is facing a rebel insurgency.

'Humanitarian crisis' developing in Chad:


Federal Minister for Petroleum, Dr Asim Hussain, on Sunday said that Pakistan had decided to renegotiate gas prices with Iran, and survey and design work on Pak-Iran gas pipeline had been completed.

Pakistan to renegotiate gas prices with Iran


A tropical depression in the eastern Gulf of Mexico may dissipate before reaching the coast of Louisiana, where Governor Bobby Jindal declared a state of emergency, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Tropical depression may dissipate before reaching Louisiana


Cruiselines are planning bigger and better peak season sales campaigns that focus on value to kick-start 2009 sales.

Cruiselines plan bigger peak sales campaigns


13 Apr, 2011, 1717 hrs IST , PTI On the coming Labour Day, Virgin Atlantic boss and billionaire Sir Richard Branson will try his hand at a new job, as a stewardess on budget airlines AirAsia's long haul flight.

Virgin Atlantic boss Richard Branson will try hand at a new job


Strictly Come Dancing 2012 star Louis Smith is in danger of missing out on this weekend's latest live show, after falling ill.


The Missouri Ethics Commission this week issued a Consent Order under which Kansas City Mayor Mark Funkhouser agrees to pay a $1,000 civil penalty for violation of State Election Law by his Campaign Committee.


Katy Perry has told MTV News that she prides herself on being a ``little weirdo'' and admitted Russell Brand makes her feel like a teenager again.


Charles, Prince of Wales, and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, arrive in Victoria on Friday as part of their Royal Tour 2009 in Canada.

Prince Charles and Camilla arrive in Victoria


A US soldier was formally charged Friday with 17 murders over the killings of civilians in a village in southern Afghanistan, US forces said in a statement released in Kabul.

US soldier formally charged with 17 murders


Key roads to receive budget boost Updated: 13:30, Monday May 13, 2013 The federal budget will include just over $3 billion in additional funding for three key road projects in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.


The world's economies limped towards Christmas on Tuesday, with Britain contracting more sharply than first thought, New Zealand's recession deepening and a sharp US decline due to be confirmed later.


A man was arrested for DWI after he fled from police early this morning and crashed his car on the Interstate 29 on-ramp at west 12th Street.

Man arrested for DWI after fleeing police


Ramon Sessions and the Nevada Basketball Academy will host a basketball camp from June 8-11 at the South Reno Athletic Club.


Revenue at food group Aryzta grew by 4 per cent in the first quarter of the 2012 financial year, growing to just over €1 billion.


The Verkhovna Rada has refused to introduce a moratorium on raising the rates and prices of housing and public utility services, household natural gas and electricity, foodstuffs, essential commodities, as well as public transport services.

Rada refuses introduce moratorium on raising rates and prices of housing and utility services, foodstuffs, public transport


Aloha Airlines halting passenger service after bankruptcy filing The airline says it will stop taking flight reservations after today.


A man was killed after he was shot seven times on his head, body and leg in Taman Tapah, here early this morning.

Man killed after he was shot seven times


The shekel continues to strengthen against the dollar and euro in morning inter-bank trading today.


Free agent return specialist Brandon Banks is drawing ``significant interest'' from a number of NFL teams according to a league source.

Brandon Banks drawing 'significant interest'


Four Leyland pubs fear they could be closing for good in 12 weeks' time after a dispute with one of the UK's biggest pub companies.

Four Leyland pubs fear they could close in weeks


The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine announced today that ultrasound practice accreditation is now available in Fetal Echocardiography.

Ultrasound practice accreditation is now available in fetal echocardiography


Masco Corp. on Friday slashed its quarterly dividend to 7.5 cents from 23.5 cents, citing the need to preserve cash amid uncertain global conditions.


Nawaz Sharif, the Pakistani opposition leader, was placed under house arrest for three days early this morning to stop him from joining an anti-government protest march that has raised fears of a return to military rule.


By Paul Rogers '' HEREFORD United manager Jamie Pitman has wished Stuart Fleetwood well following his move to Luton Town.

Jamie Pitman wishes Stuart Fleetwood well


Two days after telling delegates and a prime-time television audience that Democrat Barack Obama was unprepared to be president, Lieberman said that he plans to remain a member of the Senate Democratic caucus.

Lieberman plans to remain with Senate Democratic caucus


The Hang Seng Index closed at 20,242.75 down 213.57 points, or 1.04 per cent, on Thursday.


Lady GaGa has urged people to visit Japan after the country was hit by a devastating earthquake and tsunami back in March.


Former Take That man Gary Barlow and Hollywood star Kate Winslet have been awarded honours by the Queen at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace today.

Gary Barlow and Kate Winslet awarded honours by the Queen


New Delhi, Oct 19 Defence Minister AK Antony Monday said terrorism is spreading fast in Pakistan, but India is ready o face any challenge from the Talibans based in the country.


A Northwest Side gang member was charged today in a 2008 double murder after telling someone else he was involved in the killings, police said.

Gang member charged in 2008 double murder


US Route 201 is scheduled to reopen this afternoon and power is expected to be restored to the area following a two-vehicle tractor-trailer crash this morning.


Software giant Autodesk is set to sublet at least 80,000 square feet in two San Rafael properties, officials said Monday.

Autodesk to sublet at least 80,000 square feet


A new study by researchers at the University of Chicago has shown that sand can behave like water, in the sense that both share similar properties.


The Syrian opposition has called for a general strike on May 18th, a report posted on Al Jazeera's site says.


A Rogers man died early Sunday after his truck broke through the ice on being Leech Lake in Walker , Minn.

Rogers man dies after truck breaks through ice


A man accused of killing and beheading a passenger on a Greyhound bus has pleaded not guilty.

Man accused of beheading passenger on bus pleads not guilty


NY charter school official gets prison for theft The former chief financial officer of a foundation that funds charter schools in Albany has been sentenced to from 5 to 10 years in prison for embezzling almost $203,000 from the organization.

Ny charter school official gets prison for theft


Clone Wars Adventures, has gotten a release date of September 15th.

Clone Wars Adventures gets a release date


Mission San Antonio de Padua in Jolon on Fort Hunter Liggett is holding its annual fiesta on Sunday.

Mission San Antonio holding fiesta this Sunday


Popular Oriya album star Subhakanta Sahu, known as Papu, on Saturday found dead in his residence at Old Bhubaneswar.


Yahoo bought Maven Networks Inc. for about $160 million to expand its footprint in the fast-growing online video advertising market, one of the battlegrounds with Google Inc. and other rivals.

Yahoo buys Maven Networks for $160 million


Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand retained the World Chess Championship title in Bonn late on Wednesday night after ending the 11th game with Russia's Vladimir Kramnik in a draw.

Viswanathan Anand retains World Chess title


London: 'Charlie`s Angels' star Cameron Diaz says she has a huge crush on British actor Colin Firth.


Maoists on Thursday set on fire campaign vehicles of two candidates in Bihar's Gaya district, a senior police official said.

Maoists set on fire campaign vehicles of two candidates


The UK is keen to attract inward investments from Malaysia in sectors such as advanced manufacturing, healthcare, information and communication technology, given the country's development needs, a British High Commission official said yesterday.

Britain keen to attract inward investments from Malaysia


Asset manager Eaton Vance said on Wednesday that its fiscal first quarter profit fell 57%, to $24.7 million, or 21 cents a share, from $57.9 million, or 46 cents a share a year ago.


Herman Leonard, who was well known for his black-and-white photos of the jazz scene, died Saturday in Los Angeles at 87.

Jazz photographer Herman Leonard dies at 87


Soccer legend Diego Maradona left Kolkata in the wee hours on Monday marking the end of the football wizard's two-day sojourn to the ``city of joy''.


Maytas Infra, entered into a strategic partnership with BITS-Pilani, a global leader in technology education to offer off-campus work-integrated learning programmes to employees of Maytas.

Maytas Infra enters into strategic partnership with BITS-Pilani


The Indiana Pacers announced Thursday they have signed free agent Luther Head to a contract.


StatoilHydro ASA has struck oil and natural gas with a wildcat exploration well drilled in the Arctic waters of the Barents Sea off Norway's northern tip, the national Petroleum Directorate said Friday.


The absence of his only two strikers due to suspension has forced Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp into a change of style for Sunday's Bundesliga trip to Borussia Monchengladbach.

The absence of his only two strikers has forced Jurgen Klopp into a change of style


M/I Homes, the nation's 15th largest home builder, has selected mobile app platform Tiptu.com to create and power its suite of mobile apps for iPhone, iPad and Android launching today.

M/I Homes selects tiptu.com to power suite of mobile apps


Spurs will play in a newly-branded League Cup next season after The Football League agreed a four-year sponsorship deal with credit card company Capital One.

Tottenham hotspur to play in Capital One Cup next season


Former Arsenal and current Atletico Madrid winger Jose Antonio Reyes has admitted to the News of the World that he left Arsenal because he was homesick.

Reyes admits he left Arsenal because he was homesick


Proteas' wicketkeeper Mark Boucher underwent eye surgery at a Cape Town Clinic on Thursday morning.


man drowned at Truman Lake on Saturday afternoon.


Republican Congressional Candidate Marlin Stutzman has filed an amended campaign finance report, detailing contributions to his failed US Senate bid that were not noted on an earlier report.


Graham Corporation a manufacturer of critical equipment for the energy, petrochemical and other process industries, today announced that it has received approximately $6 million in orders for vacuum systems that will be installed at facilities in the US, Africa and South America.

Graham Corporation receives $6 million in orders for vacuum systems


The upper house of the Russian parliament, the Federation Council, approved on Wednesday a government bill to extend a ban on human cloning.

Russian parliament approves bill to extend ban on human cloning


Ohio State tight end Jake Stoneburner and offensive tackle Jack Mewhort were suspended indefinitely by Urban Meyer and the Ohio State football program on Sunday night.

Ohio State's Jake Stoneburner, Jack Mewhort suspended indefinitely


Racine County has been placed under a tornado watch until 9 pm tonight, according to the National Weather Service.

Racine County under tornado watch until 9 pm


German sporting goods maker Puma gave a subdued outlook for the soccer World Cup year of 2010, saying it expected the overall environment to remain tough, after posting a weaker-than-expected finish to 2009.

Puma gives subdued outlook for World Cup year


Canadian freestyle skier Steve Omischl is shifting gears, hanging up his skis so he can start coaching young athletes at a development camp in Whistler.

Freestyle legend Steve Omischl hanging 'em up


The IEEE Computer Society will honor 14 prominent technologists at its annual awards dinner in Seattle, including the inventor of MATLAB, two dedicated computer science educators, a parallel programming languages expert, and innovators in the fields of data mining, distributed computing, database theory, computer standards, and other technologies.

IEEE Computer Society to honor 14 technologists at awards dinner in Seattle


Fewer teenagers in Virginia schools have taken up smoking in recent years, a new survey shows, as cigarette use has dropped to record lows.

Fewer teenagers in Virginia taking up smoking


As part of its ``Do Not Track Me'' campaign, Santa Monica, California-based Consumer Watchdog has been playing a new anti-Google video made by Inside Google -- a project of Consumer Watchdog -- in Times Square, New York to raise awareness of privacy issues with the Mountain View, California search giant.

Consumer Watchdog play anti-Google video in Times Square, new York


Speakers at a seminar on Role of Media in Promotion of breastfeeding Wednesday highlighted the importance of breastfeeding in order to save lives of infants and newborns.

(Speakers highlight importance of breastfeeding)


Four food businesses were ordered to shut down over safety breaches last month, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland said today.


THE PARENTS of Matt Phillips say they are still in dreamland after their son secured a fairy-tale move from Wycombe Wanderers to Blackpool last week.


Indianapolis will ban lawn watering starting Friday, an aide for Mayor Greg Ballard said.

Indianapolis to ban lawn watering starting Friday


US president-elect Barack Obama will stay away from Washington over this weekend when world leaders meet here for the G20 summit on financial crisis, a top Obama aide said Tuesday.

Obama to stay away from Washington during G20 summit


A 68-year-old Coon Valley man was injured Friday when his vehicle overturned after he stopped by a mailbox in the town of Hamburg.

Coon Valley man injured when vehicle overturns