SHAUN LUNT is ignoring the pundits touting him as a future England Test hooker and will continue to focus 100% on the Giants.

Shaun Lunt focusing 100% on the huddersfield Giants


Name suppression has been extended for a Hastings man charged with the manslaughter of a five-month-old boy.


The US trade deficit with the rest of the world narrowed in August to the smallest gap in four months, official figures have shown.

US trade deficit narrows to smallest in four months


Russia is to launch a Muslim satellite TV channel to promote inter-faith tolerance across the country, according to the state run RIA news agency.


Russian forces are advancing towards Tbilisi, according to the Georgian government, despite a fragile ceasefire being agreed by the two sides.


Chinese exports and imports fell at an accelerated pace in May but fixed asset investment jumped, reflecting stimulus spending.

Chinese exports fell at an accelerated pace in May;


Taiwan stocks rose 0.84 percent on Wednesday, led by UMC after the firm said it will buy back 200 million of its shares from Wednesday to distribute to employees.


Today, building societies offer customers 77% of the most consistent savings accounts in the marketplace.

Building societies offer most consistent savings accounts


Mumbai, Nov 27 Two suspected terrorists were killed and two were arrested hours after terror attacks in Mumbai that left at least 17 dead and over 50 injured, police and eyewitnesses said.

Two terrorists killed, two arrested in Mumbai


London bid a grand farewell to the 30th Olympic Games last night with a heady mix of music and culture.

London bids grand farewell to 30th Olympic Games


BARCELONA, Spain -Lionel Messi will take part in Barcelona's preseason tour of Asia but the Spanish champions' eight World Cup winners have been rested.

Messi to take part in Barcelona's tour of Asia


A flatbed truck carrying thousands of bees rolled over on Highway 13 near Range Road 173 early Thursday morning.

Truck carrying thousands of bees rolls over on Highway


A Greek debt default would dwarf those of Argentina and Russia and risk a ``vicious circle'' of contagion in Europe, according to Jim Reid, the head of fundamental strategy at Deutsche Bank.


Heirloom Computing has launched a job scheduler tool on its ELPaaS offering, a PaaS for moving mission-critical enterprise applications to the cloud.

Heirloom Computing launches Job scheduler on ELPaaS


A Council Bluffs man is under arrest after allegedly shaking his baby daughter, leaving her with brain damage.

Council Bluffs man arrested for allegedly shaking baby


Asian stock markets are mostly subdued on Tuesday with investors tracking the overnight negative close on Wall Street and indulging in some profit taking.


Conn. lawmakers under pressure to restore Malloy's cuts; some question his no-tax hike stance By Susan Haigh, Associated Press

Conn. lawmakers under pressure to restore cuts


President Hugo Chavez said yesterday that Venezuelan and Russian ships could soon hold joint naval exercises in the Caribbean -- a move that would likely raise concerns in Washington.

Venezuela, russia may hold joint naval exercises


DDB Worldwide has won 79 Lions at the Cannes Lions 59th International Festival of Creativity, placing the network among the top three vying for Network of the Year for the sixth consecutive year.


Maharashtra Chief MInister Ashok Chavan today said that he will forgo his one month's salary and donate it to the drought relief fund.

Chavan to forgo one month's salary towards drought relief


Atomic Energy Commission Chairman Anil Kakodkar has described the draft accord with the International Atomic Energy Agency as a broad umbrella agreement that recognises India's ``autonomous and indigenous'' nuclear programme, free from any safeguard.

It recognises our autonomous nuclear programme:


``The Iranian authorities regularly impose the death penalty for all forms of dissent. The ethnic communities, and in particular the Iranian Arabs, Kurds and Baluchis, are regularly targeted for demanding their rights, and occasionally members of these communities and their family members fall victim to the vengeance of authorities. The authorities also regularly ignore the strict ban under international law on execution of children. The Iranian government must immediately revoke the death sentences of activists from ethnic communities as well as all prisoners of conscience and join the accelerating worldwide trend to abolish the death penalty.``

Iran must immediately revoke the death sentences of prisoners of conscience


Jobim Carlos sets out as the top favorite in the boys division while Lovelynn Guioguio seeks back-toback romp in the girls' side when the http://www-Express Amateur Golf Championships get going tomorrow at the north course of Canlubang Golf and Country Club in Laguna.


Himfr.com reports that the production levels of domestic refrigerators and air conditioners has declined sharply, while washing machines and color TVs remain at a relatively high growth.

Himfr.com reports production of domestic refrigerators and air conditioners in decline


A Springfield woman was charged Friday with killing her husband and son and seriously injuring her daughter.


Contrary to what some sources are reporting UFC Hall of Famer Randy ``The Natural'' Couture did not go to Minnesota to coach UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar.

Randy Couture did not go to Minnesota to coach UFC champ Brock Lesnar.


Menopause has a close association with genetic history along with the another responsible factors including environment, lifestyle, food habits, and smoking that accounts for a menopause, at least a year earlier, claimed a recent study.


Legal aid for prisoners has increased almost 20 fold in just six years thanks to an enormous growth in challenges over human rights and disciplinary action and inmates being recalled to jail.

Legal aid for prisoners increases 20 fold


Landscape architecture students at Ball State University are helping transform a brownfield into a new park.


ANC leaders on Tuesday condemned the ``shockingly crude, disrespectful and un-ANC'' remarks recently made by some within the party.

ANC leaders condemn the ``shockingly crude, disrespectful'' remarks


Senior Night for the Valencia girls volleyball team comes once a year.


The Macedonian parliament is set to debate the impending government reshuffle on Friday, after the resignations or replacements of ministers of EU integration, finance, education and agriculture, the Macedonian makfax agency informs.

Macedonian parliament to debate government reshuffle on Friday


IPFW's women lead Oakland at the half, 41-27, in the opening game of Saturday's doubleheader at Memorial Coliseum.


Lithuania-based electricity provider Lietuvos Energija and the Nordic power exchange Nord Pool Spot have signed an agreement regarding the provision of Nord Pool Spot principles-based trade administration service at the Lithuanian power exchange, Lietuvos Energija reported to the Stock Exchange of Vilnius.

Lietuvos Energija and Nord Pool Spot signed an agreement


Oil prices shot up US$6 a barrel Wednesday, rebounding as fears of a spreading crisis in the US financial sector sent skittish investors scrambling out of stocks and into hard assets.


Actor George Clooney was arrested on Friday morning outside of the Sudanese Embassy in Washington, DC The 50-year-old has been outspoken on the ongoing trouble in Sudan and has pressed for diplomatic intervention in the war-torn African nation.


London, April 11 Reports have emerged that Hollywood actress Sandra Bullock has divorce papers ready against her allegedly unfaithful husband Jesse James.

Sandra Bullock has divorce papers ready against husband Jesse James


SizzleWiz has announced its new ``SizzleWiz'' web page which allows any business to create a web presence for their business or for any product or service they provide.


World finance leaders issued a sombre assessment on Saturday of the global economy, saying the recovery remains uneven with growth and jobs in short supply.


Nearly 200 soldiers returned home to central Florida on Wednesday after spending a year in Afghanistan.

200 soldiers return home to central Florida


The outdoor ice skating rink that attracted close to 30,000 visitors last winter will be returning to downtown Greensboro later this year.

Outdoor ice rink returning to downtown Greensboro this year


A Telford man hit a seven-months pregnant woman over the head with a vodka bottle early Friday, cutting her head and sending her to the hospital, police said.

Telford man hits pregnant woman with vodka bottle


Dyson is recruiting scientists and engineers to work on its Airblade hand-dryer.

Dyson recruiting scientists and engineers:


As per reports and information from our sources,Russian petrochemical company Sibur and its joint venture partner Belgium-based SolVin,have completed a €750 mln project financing agreement to build one of Europe's largest integrated polyvinyl chloride plants in Russia.Production capacity will be 235,000 tpa of caustic soda and 330,000 tpa of PVC; with the flexibility to further increase capacity up to 500,000 tpa by 2016.The agreement consists of a Ruble equivalent of €50 mln 11-year loan from Sberbank of Russia, a €150 mln 11 year loan from EBRD and a €450 mln 12 year loan split between BNP Paribas, ING Bank NV and HSBC and guaranteed by COFACE and ONDD, the Export Credit Agencies of France and Belgium.

Russian petrochemical company Sibur and its joint venture partner Belgium-based SolVin completed a €750 mln project financing..


Not only is actress Ellen Barkin, 56, enjoying raves for her almost unrecognizable role as a sullen drug-addict mother in ``Chameleon,'' which recently premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, but, according to the NY Post, she also just won a tidy $4.3 million lawsuit against her Revlon billionaire ex-husband Ron Perelman.

Ellen Barkin wins $4.3 million from ex Ron Perelman


Another Brother, ridden and trained by the husband and wife combo of Armando Martinez and Kelli Martinez, breezed to a 3 1/2-length win Friday in the $7,500 allowance feature race at Fonner Park.


United States soccer fans are jumping for joy over its country's World Cup draw...but wait!

US soccer fans are jumping for joy... but wait!


WR Berkley Corporation today announced that it will change its NYSE stock ticker symbol on its common stock from ``BER'' to ``WRB''.

WR Berkley Corporation to change stock ticker symbol to 'WRB'


LiveIntent today announces LFX, the first platform designed to allow publishers to manage and monetize their valuable subscribers wherever they are -- in email, on mobile devices and across the web.


Sanchez a former All-Star and a former National League batting champion has endured a very frustrating season.


NASA is exploring options for innovative and imaginative uses of two large space telescopes recently transferred to the agency.

NASA explores options for innovative, imaginative uses of large space telescopes


A Kenyan court on Friday acquitted 17 suspected Somali pirates, citing loopholes from the prosecution to prove its case in a break from the norm.

Kenyan court acquits 17 suspected Somali pirates


Deutsche Bank downgrades Research In Motion from Hold to Sell and lowers its price target from $120 to $70.

Deutsche Bank downgrades Research in Motion (rimm) to Sell


EU Commissioner for Enlargement Stefan Fuele said that EU enlargement will remain a priority during Belgium's presidency.


Mobile payment systems have drawn the interest of banks and retailers, and the industry is hoping consumers will adopt the systems as well.

Mobile payment systems draw interest from banks, retailers


French electronic artist Richard Pinhas will be playing a low-key show at the ever elusive Schoolhouse on Saturday.


Brookfield Asset Management Inc. announced today that it expects that its Class A Limited Voting Shares will be listed and admitted to trading on Euronext Amsterdam by NYSE Euronext on Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at 9:00 am Central European Time.

Brookfield Asset Management announces listing on Euronext Amsterdam


As expected, fashion designer Rohit Verma, who has been under fire for bitching and plotting inside the Bigg Boss house, has been evicted from the Bigg Boss 3, based on public voting.

Fashion designer Rohit Verma is out of Bigg Boss 3


Cinetransformer debuts the world's first 3D mobile cinema to the delight of Comic-Con attendees.


Though his opponent hasn't yet conceded, US Rep.-elect John Fleming said he's heading to Washington on Wednesday for congressional orientation and has put in his requests for committee assignments.

Rep.-elect Fleming heading to dc for orientation


A trucker who stopped for inspection Wednesday at US Customs on Wellesley Island was found to be wanted in Missouri, according to state police.

Trucker stopped at Customs on Wellesley Island wanted in Missouri


Lady Gaga has confessed that she is obsessed with cooking shows and that she had acquired her cooking skills by just by watching those shows.


Authorities in northeastern Wisconsin said a Green Bay man has died in an ATV crash that left a second person with serious injuries.


`` title=''Egyptian, Spanish culture ministers open Cairo film festival `` width=''144`` height=''151`` align=''right`` />Cairo - Egyptian Minister of Culture Farouq Hosni and his Spanish counterpart Cesar Antonio Molina opened the 32nd Cairo International Film Festival late Tuesday.

Egyptian, Spanish Culture ministers open Cairo film festival


The Reserve Bank of Australia raised interest rates for the third straight month by 25 basis points to reach 3.75% meeting analyst's expectations.

The RBA raised interest rates by 25 basis points


A low-cost Bangladesh airline was forced to make an emergency landing in Bangkok Tuesday after one of the passengers behaved in a threating manner, media reports said.

Bangladesh airline makes emergency landing in Bangkok


Former state Sen. Pedro Espada outside the federal courthouse in Brooklyn on Friday, he pleaded guilty to tax fraud.


An Atlanta murder suspect was arrested in Algiers on Tuesday and is awaiting extradition back to the city on murder charges.

Atlanta murder suspect arrested in Algiers


WHITE PLAINS, NY & LOS ANGELES---Pervasip Corporation, a leading provider of wholesale Voice over Internet Protocol broadband telephone services, today announced that it has secured $1.4 million in debt financing from the sale of secured term notes to an accredited institutional investor.

Pervasip Corporation secures $1.4 million financing


by Mike Colón The Obama campaign has announced that Vice President Biden will be returning to Iowa next week.


A South Korean fishing boat has been hijacked by Somali pirates in Kenyan waters, the foreign ministry here said Sunday.

S. Korean fishing boat hijacked by Somali pirates near Kenya


An unidentified man died after being struck by a car Saturday night on US 460 in Campbell County, according to Virginia State Police.

Man dies after being struck by car on US 460


The bluetongue restricted zone has been extended into Devon and south east Wales after confirmation of the disease on a farm near Poole in Dorset.


OrthoCarolina, the region's leading orthopedic practice, today announced it has added orthopedic urgent care services to its University office.

OrthoCarolina adds orthopedic urgent care services to University office


A new genus of bat has been discovered in South Sudan.


F1 teams will meet with Bernie Ecclestone on February 1 to discuss making more rule changes ahead of the upcoming season.


More good news today for fans of HP's TouchPad tablet, earlier we heard that HP will be releasing one final run of HP TouchPads, and now HP has announced that they will be releasing a further software update for the TouchPad.

HP to release software update for HP TouchPad


Multiple fire crews responded to a house fire on Charlevoix Drive SE on Monday.


Primary and kindergarten school teachers at Agona Ofoase District Assembly, have turned their quarters' verandas into classrooms due to lack of adequate school infrastructure.

Teachers turn quarters' verandas into classrooms


A Bismarck day care provider charged with murder in the 2008 death of a 3-month-old boy has been released on bond.


Commercial Closet Association announced today that it will integrate its programs and operations with the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, according to a press release.

Commercial Closet Association to integrate with GLAAD


It's time to celebrate for the Kundras as Shilpa Shetty is expecting her first baby.


Tottenham remain unbeaten in the NextGen Series after they saw off visitors PSV Eindhoven 4-1 today.


WFDD, the National Public Radio affiliate based at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, exceeded its December fundraising goal by 18.7 percent, according to an announcement.


British heavyweight title contender David Price has said that former champion Tyson Fury is an ``accident waiting to happen''.

Price: ``Fury is an accident waiting to happen''


Hewlett-Packard Co said on Thursday it plans to cut 5,700 jobs in its Europe, Middle East and Africa region over the next two years.


Modern humans never co-existed with Homo erectus, new excavations in Indonesia and dating analyses show.

Modern humans never co-existed with Homo erectus --


Jose Mourinho has paid tribute to Barcelona boss Josep Guardiola, saying the Catalan coach should rightly be considered one of the best in the game today.

Jose Mourinho pays tribute to Barcelona boss Josep Guardiola


Yankees right fielder Nick Swisher left Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Angels after getting hit by a pitch on the right elbow.

Swisher leaves game after getting hit by pitch


A BC man has pled guilty to neglecting a body after police looking for a grow-op found human remains buried on a property in Maple Ridge.


Actress Keira Knightley and Klaxons keyboardist James Righton got married in the south of France at a low key ceremony today, May 4.

Keira Knightley and James Righton married in the south of France


A radiation leak into drinking water at an atomic power plant in the south of India is being investigated.


Justin Bieber has been accused of fathering a groupie's child following claims that she had sex with the underage pop star.

Justin Bieber accused of fathering a child


Heavy rains in the past week or so seem to be breaking the drought in South Carolina.


Computerlinks, a global player in IT security distribution and a Value Added Distributor for Blue Coat Systems, Inc., has been formally certified to deliver support for Blue Coat products.

Computerlinks formally certified to deliver support for Blue Coat products


The Coast Guard proposes to establish a temporary regulated navigation area and safety zone on the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal near Romeoville, IL.

US Coast Guard proposes temporary regulated navigation area and safety zone near Romeoville, IL


A 60-year-old Enid man already jailed on eight felony charges accusing him of abusing three children was arraigned on another charge of sexually abusing a child.

Enid man arraigned on another charge of sexually abusing a child


This is the Shark Fights 13 live blog for Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou vs. Houston Alexander, a light heavyweight bout on tonight's Shark Fights pay-per-view in Amarillo, Texas.


Three people were charged with felony crimes after a routine traffic stop in Tuesday night in Boise.

Three charged with felonies after traffic stop in Boise


email Memphis Mayor AC Wharton declared war against blight Tuesday, appearing in civil court to file 138 lawsuits under the Neighborhood Preservation Act.

Wharton declares war on blight, files 138 lawsuits


Celebrity designer, classical singer, presenter and yummy mummy Myleene Klass has launched her first swimwear collection for Littlewoods.com.

Myleene Klass launches first swimwear collection


A Putnam County man could face the death penalty after a jury on Monday found him guilty of first-degree murder in the slaying of a retired school teacher in Palatka.

Putnam County man may face death penalty


``We are facing a new challenge due to the global meltdown. The next fiscal could be more difficult,'' Singh said a day after the announcement of the second stimulus package by the government.


French electronics manufacturer, Archos has launched five new Android OS based tablet computers.

Archos launches five Android based tablet computers


At a press conference in Montreal last week federal Immigration Minister Jason Kenney announced much anticipated reforms to Canada's refugee process.

Kenney announces reforms to refugee process


The dollar hit session lows against the euro and the pound on Tuesday after better-than-expected services PMI data, while the Australian dollar was higher after the Reserve Bank of Australia kept rates on hold.

Dollar hits session lows vs. euro, pound


Singer Janet Jackson was taken to hospital after falling ill shortly before a concert in Canada on Monday.


The Afghan president on Wednesday suspended talks with the United States on a new security deal to protest the way his government was being left out of initial peace negotiations with the Taliban meant to find a way to end the nearly 12-year war.

Afghan president suspends talks with US on security deal


Police are trying to determine why a man was on a stretch of track when he was struck by an oncoming train Wednesday morning in Brooklawn, Camden County.

Man struck by train in Brooklawn, Camden Co.


Israel will release about 150 Palestinian prisoners, including perhaps a couple of prominent ones, at the end of this month as a gesture to the Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas, officials from both sides said after a meeting Wednesday between Abbas and Prime Minister Ehud Olmert.

Israel will release Palestinian prisoners


A British lawnmower cut the world land speed record to ribbons with a trail blazing new top speed of more than 86mph.


ENTERTAINER Paul Daniels brought a little bit of magic to the streets of Aberdeen on a visit to the city yesterday.

Paul Daniels brings a little bit of magic to streets of Aberdeen


Despite concerns that water pressure and other stresses might promote headaches, professional scuba divers may actually get fewer headaches than other healthy people.


Brazil has ended the search for more bodies from the Air France jet that crashed into the Atlantic Ocean last month, calling the task ``impossible,'' but the search for the jet's flight recorders will go on.

Brazil ends search for bodies from Air France crash


Supervalu Inc. said Wednesday that it will close an additional 60 underperforming stores as it pushes to turn around its struggling business.


Top international umpire Simon Taufel said iconic series like the Ashes and the India-Pakistan Test series are the toughest to officiate as they are keenly followed throughout the world and even a single mistake puts a lot of pressure on the umpires.


Spanish builder ACS is mulling the sale of a minority stake in motorway firm Abertis to free up funds to boost its stake in Germany's Hochtief, newspaper ABC reported on Wednesday.

ACS mulls sale of minority Abertis stake -report


A Stafford man has been charged with involuntary manslaughter for the death of a 20-year-old skateboarder.

Stafford man charged with manslaughter in death of skateboarder


A 17-year-old girl has died after falling from a Ferris wheel on the Wildwood boardwalk in New Jersey.

Girl dies after fall from Ferris wheel at Wildwood boardwalk


The Amazon Appstore is opening for business across Europe and Australia following its US launch earlier this year, according to a PCR report.


The state Senate voted 33-14 Wednesday to repeal the state's historic Racial Justice Act and restart executions in North Carolina.

Senate votes to repeal Racial Justice Act


Pakistan will launch a military offensive in North Waziristan, a newspaper reported on Monday, days after US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton reiterated a US demand to tackle sanctuaries for al Qaeda and the Taliban on the Afghan border.

Pakistan to launch offensive in North Waziristan - report


The Chicago Cubs placed right-handed pitcher Carlos Marmol on the disabled list Saturday with a strained right hamstring, and called up right-handed pitcher Casey Coleman from Triple-A Iowa.

Cubs place Carlos Marmol on disabled list


South Africa is not ``falling apart'' and the ruling African National Congress can run the continent's biggest economy, President Jacob Zuma said on Sunday, as he sought to dispel the concerns of rating agencies and investors about sluggish growth.

South Africa is not ``falling apart'' - Zuma


This is after the Land Transport Authority confirmed that it had run out of materials to print licence cards.


Four people were taken to a hospital in a Tuesday night collision at Northeast 72nd Avenue and 126th Street, in the eastern Salmon Creek area north of Vancouver.

Four taken to hospital after collision near Salmon Creek


International Olympic Committee President Jacques Rogge has arrived in New Zealand ahead of the centenary celebrations of the New Zealand Olympic Committee tomorrow and the Rugby World Cup final on Sunday.

Rogge arrives in New Zealand for rugby World Cup final


A man threatening to harm himself holed up in a room at a West Ashley motel for nearly six hours Tuesday afternoon as police tried to coax him out, authorities said.

Man holed up in motel for nearly six hours


Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images Rory McIlroy, right, shot a 5-under 67 to beat Tiger Woods by 1 stroke in an 18-hole exhibition match Monday in China.


Mark Hughes is weighing up whether he should leave out Robinho from Manchester City's game at Arsenal on Saturday.


Andrey Amador won the 14th stage of Giro d'Italia and Ryder Hesjedal took back the overall lead from Joaquin Rodriguez on Saturday as the race moved to the Alps.

Amador wins 14th stage of Giro d'Italia;


Alabama has landed back-to-back top recruiting classes.


Violent criminals have been using Facebook to taunt victims and their families from jail, it was disclosed yesterday.

Violent criminals use Facebook to taunt victims from jail


Fergie and Josh Duhamel's bodyguard helped save a man's life on a cross-country flight.

Fergie's bodyguard helps save a man's life


AOL on April 14 opened the doors to its new corporate headquarters in New York City at 770 Broadway.


In a statement, the Singapore Exchange said it will be launching dual currency trading for ETFs to provide investors with trading flexibility.

SGX to launch dual currency trading for ETFs


With rumors of cheating surfacing, Kelly Osbourne has broken off her engagement to Luke Worrall, a British model.


The Bank of Japan decided to hold its key short-term interest rate unchanged at 0.3 per cent Friday.

Bank of Japan holds interest rate unchanged at 0.3 per cent


One of the remotely operated vehicles is seen near the site of the Macondo well in the Gulf of Mexico, in this frame grab captured from a BP live video feed August 30, 2010.

One of remotely operated vehicles is seen


Once again, French consumers find the Gourmandine to be the tastiest potato in the category potatoes, vegetables and fruit.

French consumers find Gourmandine the tastiest potato


Whether it was a parade, flag ceremony, or special service, people of all ages celebrated Veterans Day in Fort Wayne Friday.

People of all ages celebrate Veterans Day


Pirates on Tuesday hijacked an Italian chemical and oil tanker off the coast of Oman in an area where there are frequent attacks by Somali pirates, officials said.


Bookies slashed the odds that the royal baby will be a girl today, a day after Kate Middleton seemed to hint she and Prince William will welcome a daughter.

Bookies slash odds on royal baby girl after Kate Middleton hints at daughter


ECB funding to Greek banks dropped 2 percent at the end of October from the previous month, Greek central bank data showed on Thursday.


Colombia will use part of the funds from today's international bond sale to buy back as much as $750 million in external debt, according to an e-mailed statement from the Finance Ministry.

Colombia to buy back as much as $750 million in debt


When I hear of this kind of story, I always wonder how the ``true economist'' should react.


Fresh clashes in southern Yemen have killed six al-Qaeda militants and injured 10 soldiers, military officials said on Wednesday.


TERRY Pashley is set for an extended spell in caretaker charge of Burnley, with the Clarets unlikely to have their new manager in place in time for Saturday's trip to Cardiff City.

Pashley set for an extended spell in charge


Walter Energy said on Friday that it will acquire the Vancouver-based Western Coal in a deal that values Western Coal at roughly C$3.3 billion.

Walter Energy to acquire Western Coal for C$3.3 billion


A judicial emergency recently declared in Arizona could delay the trial of Jared Lee Loughner for up to six months.

Judicial emergency may delay trial of Jared Lee Loughner


A 24-year-old man was repeatedly stabbed by his friend after accidentally stepping on his foot here.

Man stabbed by friend for stepping on foot


``I think this will be the start of a new season for us tonight,'' Howard said after the team's shootaround Wednesday in preparation for their game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Dwight Howard ``this will be the start of a new season for us tonight''


President Obama has officially announced his re-election bid, after one of Washington's worst guarded secrets.


Watch Basketball live streaming Washington State Cougars vs Fresno State Bulldogs live tv sports NCAA Basketball match.

Watch Washington State Cougars vs Fresno State Bulldogs live


A Memorial environmental company is suing, stating that a West U company made false statements that nearly ruined its business.

Environmental company sues over company's statements


North Korea allowed UN monitors back onto their main nuclear site in a step toward fulfilling a pledge to disable the complex under a disarmament pact salvaged by a breakthrough deal with the United States.

Nkorea allows UN monitors to main nuclear site


A scientist in Britain has claimed that he has been infected with a computer virus.

Scientist claims to be infected with ``computer virus''


I guess the Shawn Andrews saga hasn't really been a national story, because I'm amazed at how many fans around the NFL actually think he could help their team or that he'll even play again.


Rashard Mendenhall failed to impress in tonight's 13-6 loss at Cleveland, as he only gained 53 rushing yards on 16 carries.


ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - The biofuels company Gevo Inc. is working with a petrochemical manufacturer to build a hydrocarbon processing demonstration plant outside Houston.

Gevo to work on demonstration plant near Houston


It has been confirmed that Jimmy Fallon will replace Conan O'Brien on Late Night on NBC.


Multi-platinum rock band, Incubus, are releasing their sixth studio album ``If Not Now, When?'' this month.

Incubus releases sixth album 'If Not Now, When?'


As floodwaters began receding in some areas Sunday, victims began coping with the enormity of an historic flood that ravaged a large chunk of central and south-central Indiana.


Seat will invest 300 million euros, around 6 to 7% of its profit, in investigation, development and innovation this year.

Seat to invest 300 million euros in investigation, development and innovation


Irish electricity utility ESB has begun construction on a new wind farm in Co Derry.

ESB begins construction on new wind farm in Co Derry


11 children dead after a boat capsized while engulfed in Sobradinho Lake at Bahia state, eastern Brazil.

11 children dead after a boat capsized in Brazil


Serco Inc., a provider of professional, technology, and management services to the Federal government, today announced four key leadership appointments.


Police spokesman Steve Rose said a child was taken from a daycare center on Hilderbrand Drive by a noncustodial parent Thursday afternoon.


Australia's trade deficit widened in March, the Australian Bureau of Statistics said on Tuesday.


A CPM worker was shot dead by Maoist ultras in Belpahari area of West Midnapore district on Thursday evening, the police said.


Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan says, he has acted differently in his upcoming Yash Chopra's Jab Tak Hai Jaan, all thanks to Katrina's comments.

I have acted differently in Jab Tak Hai Jaan:


France wants to make Malaysia a ``privileged partner'' in southeast Asia, French President Nicolas Sarkozy told Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak on Wednesday, according to an official.

France wants to make Malaysia a 'privileged partner'


BAKERSFIELD ― A Bakersfield man has been convicted of manslaughter for attacking his housemate with a samurai sword during an argument over his sword collection.

Man convicted for attacking housemate with sword


Sri Lanka is to push for the expansion of its sea boundary, also known as the continental shelf, and will deploy a delegation to the United Nations to discuss the issue, the government information department said on Sunday.

Sri Lanka to push for expansion of sea boundary


Gross mortgage lending rose by 24 per cent between February and March, but the market is still ``quiet and subdued'', according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders.

Mortgage lending rises but market is 'subdued'


Arsenal are set to sign Brazilian international left-back Andre Santos from Fenerbahce for 6.2 million pounds.


On Wednesday evening at 5:22 pm, an accident occurred on Highway 2, one mile west of Broken Bow.

On Wednesday, an accident occurred on Highway 2


State police are investigating the death of a 4-month-old boy in Camillus after his mother found him unresponsive at home.

Police investigate death of Camillus baby


Yesteryear superstar Rajesh Khanna died on Wednesday due to liver infection, Vijay Zaveri, a close friend of the actor, said.


Jewish groups praised Rush Limbaugh for his ``outspoken support for Israel'' after his controversial remarks on Jews and the banking industry.


Ultimate Fighting Championship middleweight contender Chael Sonnen is willing to fight UFC middleweight king Anderson Silva in Brazil, the birth place of mixed martial arts and Silva's home country.


Facebook, the world's largest social network, wants to get in on computer hardware as well.

Facebook wants to get in on computer hardware as well


Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has signed a bill that reworks the state's finances to account for delays in savings from his collective bargaining law.

Gov. Walker signs bill reworking state's finances


BBC News has announced that it will axe nearly 90 jobs over the next year as part of costcutting measures.


Airlines carried 16.5 per cent less cargo and 7.2 per cent fewer people in June than the same month a year ago, with no sign yet of the global recession lifting, an industry body said on Thursday.


BlackBerry has partnered with the leading anti malware solution provider Trend Micro to protect its users from malware and boost in-app security.

BlackBerry to partner with Trend Micro to protect users from malware


ELK GROVE, Calif. A dead bird found in the Antelope area has tested positive for West Nile virus, the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District said.

Dead bird tests positive for West Nile virus


Nirmal Bang is of the opinion that Nifty can be bought with stoploss of 4470.

Nifty can be bought with stoploss of 4470:


HARARE Province will host this year's Brooks and Dunlop Inter-provincial tennis tournament at Harare Sports Club and Prince Edward School next month.

Harare Province to host tennis tournament


Fire swept through a sawmill on Burgess Falls Road yesterday afternoon, causing an estimated $50,000 damage and giving firefighters some anxious moments.


State investigators say an off-duty Mangum police officer was involved in a shooting after a domestic disturbance at the home of a relative.

Mangum police officer involved in shooting


AUSTRALIAN actor Harold Hopkins has died at Neringah Private Hospital, Wahroonga, from the asbestos-related cancer mesothelioma.

Australian actor Harold Hopkins dies of mesothelioma


Wayne Rooney is enjoying his football at the moment as he goes out to prove himself for Manchester United and England all over again.


A day after wishing Elvis Presley ``Happy Birthday'' on the anniverary of his death, Michele Bachmann invited MJ to Washington.

Michele Bachmann invites Michael Jackson to DC


Soho Rep has announced that it has received a $200,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to help support the work of the company over the next several seasons.


Two-time Olympic diving champion Sammy Lee, who had been missing after leaving his Huntington Beach home, was found in Pico Rivera Tuesday night, police said.

Olympic gold medalist Sammy Lee found in Pico Rivera


Avis Budget Group, Inc.announced today that it has obtained commitments for approximately $325 million of operating lease financing for vehicles it plans to add to its US car rental fleet over the next four months.

Avis Budget Group obtains commitment for approximately $325 million in lease financing


``People assume that you can go out to Brussels and just start thumping the table and shout and roar and that people are going to respond to you. Europe is about patience and timing,'' he says.

'Europe is about patience and timing ...


A North Bend fire station is being closed as a precaution after asbestos was found in the building during a recent kitchen remodel.


A St. Louis area surgeon is under investigation for allegedly threatening to shoot people in an operating room.

St. Louis area surgeon under investigation for threatening to shoot people


Rep. Charles Rangel is again calling for a military draft to highlight the fact that relatively few families are bearing a disproportionate burden in fighting the nation's wars.


Telekom Malaysia has explained its fair usage policy to assist in understanding test results.

Telekom Malaysia explains fair usage policy


Researchers have identified promising new therapies for ependymoma, a rare tumor with few treatment options.

Researchers identify promising new therapies for ependymoma


Greene King is adding six new beers to its 16-strong calendar of guest ales this year.


Somali pirates holding an American hostage on a drifting lifeboat vowed on Friday to fight any attack by US naval forces stalking them at high sea.


Partygoers threw beer bottles at police after a large house party spilled onto the street and turned unruly Saturday.


``It's time to have a conversation about what's right in our schools, what's working. And as we debate what to do to fix the problems, let's remember that there are successes in education every day we can emulate.``

``It's time to have a conversation about what's right in our schools, what's working.''


With a new coach and nine letterwinners back, the Clearfield girls tennis team is hoping for some improvement this season.

Clearfield girls tennis team hoping for improvement this season


Prasad Kushe of Equitytrendz.com is of the view that DLF has support at Rs 300.


Barbara Bush, mother of former President George W Bush, was recovering from heart surgery in a Houston hospital where her aortic valve was replaced, a spokeswoman said.

Barbara Bush recovering from heart surgery


International assistance to Sri Lanka should aim for tangible results with the benefits rapidly to reach the people at grassroot level emphasised Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama during his meeting yesterday with Liam Fox, MP, Shadow Defence Secretary of the United Kingdom.

International assistance should aim for tangible results:


Two bicyclists were struck Thursday morning by a deer that was flung across the roadway after being hit by a car, police said.


With that demand, LG is struggling to make enough screens to get the iPad on the shelves.

LG struggling to make enough screens for iPad


The Bearcats picked up their first win of the season Tuesday night.

Bearcats pick up first win of the season


Former Real Madrid striker Raul will leave Schalke in the summer to continue his career in ``a less competitive league'' outside of Europe.


A Florida prison guard was raped and killed Wednesday, allegedly by an inmate serving time on sexual battery and assault charges.

Fla. prison guard raped, killed by inmate


Home prices in the Chicago metropolitan area rose 2.5 percent in June over May, benefiting from now expired tax credits, according to the latest Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller home price index.

Home prices in Chicago area rise 2.5 percent in June


Nicole Middendorf, a working parent, crunched the numbers to see for herself how much it costs to raise a child.


Bank of America had already frozen foreclosures in 23 states, but the earlier freeze did not apply to Tennessee.


22 de marzo de 2012, 16:24San Jose, Mar 22 Costa Rica has 52.3 percent of its territory covered by forests, says a joint study by the National Forestry Financing Fund and the University of Alberta in Canada, released Thursday.

Costa Rica: 52.3 percent of territory covered by forests


Residential investment property for sale is now being offered to the public through www.jacksonvillewealthbuilders.com.

Residential investment property for sale now being offered to the public


A man accused of kidnapping a job-seeker and raping her in the back seat of his car had his life sentence reduced to three years in jail on Wednesday.

Man has life sentence reduced to three years


A Lake George man has been charged with felony criminal contempt for allegedly violating an order of protection, police records show.

Lake George man charged with felony criminal contempt


An Egyptian security official says police have arrested an Iranian diplomat suspected of espionage in the wake of the uprising that toppled former President Hosni Mubarak.

Egyptian police arrest Iranian diplomat suspected of espionage


Free agent forward Grant Hill has agreed to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers, according to Yahoo Sports.

Grant Hill agrees to sign with Los Angeles Clippers


Lotus driver Romain Grosjean has said that he is focusing to get rid of his stupid mistakes in the 2013 Formula 1 season so as to attain good results for his team.

Romain Grosjean focuses to get rid of stupid mistakes in 2013 --


Congress has decided to nominate mega star Chiranjeevi to Rajya Sabha, consolidating PRP's merger with the party in Andhra Pradesh.

Congress to nominate Chiranjeevi to Rajya Sabha


Tata Communications will focus on cost reduction and cost rebalancing across the portfolio due to uncertain global economic outlook, according to a top official of the company.

Tata Communications to focus on cost reduction across the portfolio


A Tilden Township supervisor has stepped down, citing constant disagreements between her and others in the township government.

Supervisor steps down, citing disagreements


Volvo Car Corporation, owned by struggling auto giant Ford, said on Wednesday it would cut 2,000 jobs across its operations.


Just days after announcing her pregnancy, actress and author Alicia Silverstone showed off her growing bump while out and about in Beverly Hills, California today.


MSPACE CEO and President Ryan Heining announces MSPACE's strategic partnership with TUOHY Furniture Corporation.

MSPACE announces strategic partnership with TUOHY Furniture


CNN's Kiran Chetry speaks to Richard Haass, who says the US is not winning in Afghanistan and should draw down forces.


Millions of motorists admit they have regretted buying their latest car, a consumer watchdog report showed yesterday.

Millions regret buying their latest car:


Vietnam car sales rose by 26 percent to 10,839 units in July compared to a year ago but dropped 25 percent in the first seven months, said a report from the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers' Association.

Vietnam car sales rise 26 percent in July: report


An iconic businessman from Detroit, Don Barden, has died of lung cancer at age 67, his lawyer said.


7 Oct, 09:30 - UKTV Gold has split into two new channels and UKTV Drama has become crime-focused channel Alibi as part of a shake-up of the BBC Worldwide-Virgin Media Television joint venture's channel portfolio.


Guyana and Suriname are seeking Chinese investment to bridge a border river between the two neighboring South American countries that are yet to resolve a decades-old land-border dispute, the government announced Sunday.

Guyana, Suriname seeking Chinese investment for bridge on border river


US Defence Secretary Leon Panetta warned Thursday against military intervention in Syria and stressed the US would continue its diplomatic and economic pressure on the regime, dpa reported.

Panetta warns against military intervention in Syria


Oil prices extended losses in Asian trade on Thursday after easing from recent 18-month peaks on a weekly US energy reserves report showing a supply build-up in the world's biggest energy-using nation.


Swiss stocks were little changed as investors awaited the Labor Department's monthly US jobs report for more information about the strength of the world's biggest economy.


PITTSBURGH -Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has returned to practice a day after he limped off the field following a collision with running back Willie Parker.


A collection of essay entitled ``Mann le Chahe ka Yatharta haru'' written by a young progressive writer, Kumar Nepali, was released on December 13 here in Sadam, south Sikkim.

Essay on ``Mann le Chahe ka Yatharta haru'' released in Sikkim


Former Texas A&M right-hander Barret Loux, the sixth overall pick of the 2010 First-Year Player Draft by the Arizona Diamondbacks, agreed to terms Friday with the Texas Rangers on a free-agent contract reportedly worth $312,000.

Free-agent rhp Barret Loux agrees to terms with Texas Rangers


A dairy company known for its organic yogurts has been sold by its American owners to a rival French firm.


Drink-driver Allan Langer returns to work with the Broncos today, a day after dodging a conviction that could have threatened his coaching career.


TLC member T-Boz has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year.


President Obama says that police 'acted stupidly' after they arrested, and later released a black Harvard professor.


North Korea on Wednesday launched a rare attack on a Chinese company which had denounced the communist state over a troubled joint venture deal.

North Korea launches rare attack on China company


Electric utility Westar Energy Inc. reaffirmed its 2008 earnings guidance Friday to a range that includes Wall Street's expectation.

Westar Energy reaffirms 2008 earnings guidance


The West Indies thrashed India by 7 wickets at the Sabina Park on Thursday, as the home team ended the series respectably.


The Bank of Korea set its new benchmark interest rate at 5 percent Friday amid data showing that risks from rising inflation have begun to outweigh those from a slowing economy.The central bank said in a statement that it set the seven-day repurchase rate at 5 percent, the same as the previous benchmark overnight call rate target for loans to commercial banks.


DIAMOND BAR, Calif. Los Angeles County fire officials say a malfunctioning catalytic converter on a vehicle is believed to have caused brush fires that threatened homes in the city of Diamond Bar.

Catalytic converter may have caused fire near Diamond Bar


Shaun Draughn scored three second-half touchdowns while Da'Norris Searcy returned an interception for a touchdown in his first game back to help North Carolina beat East Carolina 42-17 on Saturday.


The killing of a prominent Cambodian environment activist must be investigated immediately, Amnesty International said after the activist and a military police officer were shot dead on Thursday in Cambodia's south-western Koh Kong province.Other military personnel were apparently present during the shootings, but the details of the incident remain cloudy.Chut Wutty was an outspoken critic of illegal logging, and has supported other environment a...

Killing of Cambodian environment activist must be investigated


New Delhi, Sep 8 Financial services provider Indiabulls Financial Services today launched special home loan scheme at 8.5 per cent for the salaried class.

Indiabulls Financial launches special home loan scheme


Dehradun, June 26 The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Wednesday said foot operations were on in the hills of Uttarakhand to recover the bodies of those killed in flash floods.


The income tax bands are to be revised after all, putting €12 million more back into people's pockets.


India's IT hub Bangalore came to a standstill on Friday, Oct 5 as protesters hit the streets to vent out their anger.

Bangalore comes to a standstill, protesters hit streets


Tim Hightower broke loose for 109 rushing yards in his first NFL start last weekend against the Rams and coach Ken Whisenhunt confirmed that he will remain the starter over Edgerrin James in Week 10 against the 49ers, according to the Arizona Republic.


A carjacking in Prince George's County led to an early morning police chase that ended in the District.


The LG Optimus L9 was officially announced last month, and the handset will go on sale in Europe shortly, and now it looks like it is headed to the US ad the Optimus L9 has just appeared at the FCC.


Indianapolis Colts middle linebacker Gary Brackett injured his hand tonight against the Green Bay Packers.


US President Barack Obama has nominated Senator John Kerry as his next Secretary of State, noting his vast foreign policy experience makes him the ``perfect choice'' to guide the American diplomacy.

Obama nominates John Kerry as Secretary of State


Tusmobil is transforming network to offer improved mobile broadband services and as a first step in the direction, it has selected Nokia Siemens Networks to implement world's first all-IP HSPA+ network running IPv6 and Direct Tunnel.

Tusmobil transforms network to offer improved mobile broadband


Sen. Mary Landrieu filed legislation this week to delay flood insurance increases for many residents and businesses in southern Louisiana that officials fear could begin skyrocketing at the end of the year.

Sen. Mary Landrieu files legislation to delay flood insurance increases


Potentially dangerous travel conditions could develop during the afternoon rush hour in south and southeast Wisconsin including Madison, Milwaukee and the Fox River Valley as an intense winter storm moves through the state.

Potentially dangerous travel conditions developing


Livingston High school is currently on lockdown following an online threat this morning.

Livingston High school on lockdown following threat


New Delhi, Dec 15 Punjab tops the list in number of female foeticide cases reported over the last three years with Rajasthan coming next.

Punjab tops list of female foeticide cases


Steve Bruce became the first Premier League manager to lose his job this season when Sunderland fired him on Wednesday following a run of just one win from eight matches.

Bruce became first Premier League manager to lose job this season


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

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


Drew Peterson made another appearance on national TV this morning, telling NBC's Today Show ``I'm prepared for anything'' in connection with the disappearance of his fourth wife, Stacy, or the death of his third wife, Kathleen Savio.


Supermodel Claudia Schiffer has decided not to return to the runway ever again as she is too shy a person and prefers working within small groups of people.

Claudia Schiffer not to return to the runway


European stock markets closed slightly firmer yesterday but showed little conviction as investors waited for quarterly results from US chip giant Intel to offer some cheer.


French actress Annie Girardot, who performed in over 100 films from the 1950s on, has died in Paris after a long battle with Alzheimer's, her family said.


Residents in the region are discussing snow removal, after a heavy weekend snowfall.


PTI / Washington December 06, 2012, 14:45 A Japan-based electronics maker has developed a new smart watch that besides telling the time also delivers email and phone call alerts by synchronising with your cellphone.

Now, a 'smart watch' that delivers email alerts!


Hurricane Irene has already caused serious damage in the Bahamas with heavy rain and winds.


A 31 year old woman arrested and charged with statutory rape of a 13 year old male.


New Delhi, July 11 Infrastructure development is a key to attracting foreign investment in India, Japanese Ambassador Akitaka Saiki said here Monday.

Infrastructure development key to attracting investments:


A man pleaded guilty to smuggling internationally protected sea turtle shell and products from China into the US during a hearing in US District Court on Thursday.

Man pleads guilty to smuggling sea turtle shell.


Winter is more than 6 months away, but state lawmakers already fear a home heating crisis is looming.


The US markets ended flat on Wednesday amid ongoing geopolitical concerns related to the Middle East and North Africa.

US markets end flat amid geopolitical concerns


Hollywood actress Eva Longoria Parker has revealed that she hates doing sex scenes with Ricardo Chavira on Desperate Housewives as he is like a brother to her.


Auto major' General Motors bankruptcy could impact Indian service providers in a ``small'' but ``significant'' way.

GM's bankruptcy would impact Indian service providers


A HUNT was under way last night for the killer of two Chinese students beaten to death in a flat.

HUNT for killer of Chinese students beaten to death


Lawyers for Oscar-winning film director Roman Polanski, who faces sentencing in the United States for statutory rape, have asked a Swiss court to release him from custody.

Film director Polanski asks Swiss court for release from custody


Beijing will be in full bloom for next month's national day celebration, with gardeners arranging flower beds along Chang'an Avenue in the heart of the Chinese capital.

Beijing to be in full bloom for national day celebration


Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett kicks off the city's annual summer jobs program on Thursday, promoting a tradition of finding temporary jobs for city youth.


A natural gas line ruptured near a Palm Desert strip mall today but no one was injured, although several businesses were evacuated, officials said.

Natural gas line ruptures in Palm Desert


Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba remained in critical condition in intensive care today, two days after going into cardiac arrest during an FA Cup match at Tottenham.

Soccer player Muamba remains in critical condition


On Thursday, Allegiant Air announced it is landing here in northwest Arkansas to offer non-stop flights to Los Angeles at a discount price.

Allegiant Air lands in northwest Arkansas


Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber today made a friendly Rose Bowl wager with Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker.


CARBONDALE -The Carbondale Public Library will host an E-bay seminar from 9 am to 4 pm Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, in the library's meeting room.

Carbondale Public Library hosts E-bay seminar


Andrew Bridgen, the Conservative MP for North West Leicestershire, has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault of a 29-year-old woman.

Conservative MP andrew Bridgen arrested on suspicion of sexual assault


A MAN has been arrested in Londonderry on ``suspicion of dissident republican activity,'' according to the PSNI.

Man arrested on 'suspicion of dissident republican activity'


Former Ukrainian Premier Yulia Tymoshenko should be declared a political prisoner according to three criteria determined by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, former Ukraine's Parliamentary Commissioner for Human Rights Nina Karpachova has said.

Tymoshenko should be declared political prisoner


A staff member at the Juvenile Detention Center has been arrested amid accusations he had ``unlawful sexual relations'' with a girl who was in custody.

Staff member at Juvenile Detention Center arrested


Indonesia marked four years since the deadly Indian Ocean tsunami with prayers and remembrance of one of the world's worst-ever natural disasters.

Indonesia marks four years since Indian Ocean tsunami


Gomez escaped serious injury Saturday at Santa Anita when his mount in the $78,070 Eddie Logan Stakes, pacesetter Back At You, inexplicably ducked into the rail at the top of the stretch in the one-mile grass race for 2-year-olds and tossed the 36-year-old jockey hard to the turf.


On the morning of September 4th, actor Jung Kyung Ho was officially discharged from the 3rd Field Army Command located in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, ending his 2 years of national service.

Actor Jung Kyung Ho discharged from the army


India Inc on Thursday delivered a stern message to China, which is: the Chinese industry is putting at risk its own growth prospects in India by treating Indian companies as junior and unequal partners.

India Inc delivers stern message to Chinese industry


Yeovil Town have signed Chelsea youngster Archange Nkumu on a one-month loan with a view to a longer deal.

Yeovil Town fc sign Chelsea youngster Archange Nkumu on loan


The New York Knicks announced that they will once again host Israeli basketball club Maccabi Electra Tel Aviv in an exhibition game at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 1 pm Proceeds from the game will again benefit Migdal Ohr, which for more than 36 years has been transforming the lives of impoverished and disadvantaged children in Israel.


Scores more were missing and information was only beginning to trickle in from the sparsely populated surfing destination, so casualties were expected to rise.


Prime Minister Raja Pervaiz Ashraf on Sunday presided over a meeting here at the Governor House, to review the power situation in the country.

Raja Pervaiz Ashraf reviews power situation


Man suspected of shooting NYPD sergeant surrenders Police say a man suspected of shooting an NYPD sergeant in the legs last month has turned himself in.


Mio on Friday launched two new budget GPS devices designed to get you to your destination without breaking the bank.


An Elkton, Md., man faces robbery and weapons charges related to an assault last month, New Castle County police said in a news release on Saturday.

Man faces robbery, weapons charges related to assault last month


Notch, a protein known to govern the determination of cell differentiation into different kinds of tissues in embryos, plays a critical role in bone formation and strength later in life, said researchers from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston in a report that appears online today in the journal Nature Medicine.

Notch plays a critical role in bone formation and strength later in life


BALTIMORE Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh has backtracked on radio comments he made earlier Tuesday.


A marriage bureau owner was stabbed to death inside her house in the Sharea Faisal police limits.


Mumbai, Oct 12 ``Please pray that it is not like the previous episode,'' Amitabh Bachchan said to me before leaving for hospital Saturday for tests after he complained of abdominal pain.Like all of us, the mega-star hoped he wouldn't have to go through the nightmare of December 2005 when, one one not so fine morning he had woken up with a severe stomach ache.

Please pray that it is not like previous episode:


Writer Singapore sentenced a Swiss man to three strokes of a cane and five months in prison Friday for spray-painting graffiti on a subway car, reinforcing the city-state's reputation for severely punishing minor crimes.

Singapore sentences Swiss to caning for graffiti


Avril Lavigne has revealed that she's still ``good friends'' with her ex-husband Deryck Whibley.

Avril Lavigne: 'I'm friends with Whibley'


An Akron postal carrier has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly stealing gift cards and correspondence from mail customers.


Literary and cultural critic John Leonard, an early champion of Toni Morrison, Gabriel Garcia Marquez and many other authors, and so consumed and informed by books that Kurt Vonnegut once praised him as ``the smartest man who ever lived,'' has died at age 69, his stepdaughter said Thursday.

John Leonard: ``smartest man who ever lived''


A Perry County man was shot by police during a domestic dispute in Cumberland County.


International Speedway Corporation announced today that it has entered into a definitive settlement agreement with the Internal Revenue Service in connection with the previously disclosed federal income tax examination for its 1999 through 2005 fiscal years.

International Speedway Corporation announces Settlement with the Internal Revenue Service


The always-hilarious and engaging Russell Brand paid a visit on Monday morning to two of the UK's biggest daytime shows, GMTV with Lorraine Kelly, and Loose Women.

Russell Brand visits GMTV and Loose Women


Actresses Mary-Kate Olsen, left, and Ashley attend a book signing to promote their new book ``Influence''' in New York.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen promote their New book 'Influence'


Strong export demand lifted castor futures on Wednesday even as the spot price declined on higher sowing and increased arrivals.


Hubble 3D debuts in Imax theaters nationwide today.


Rob Belushi takes after father, uncle with 'The Joe Schmo Show' The name on Hollywood audition lists and casting sheets must be unmistakably eye-catching:

Rob Belushi takes after father, uncle with 'the Joe Schmo show'


French officials say they seized yachts and other items belonging to a wealthy Russian fugitive at the request of Russian officials.


Scientists have found the ``Rosetta Stone'' of supervolcanoes, those giant pockmarks in the Earth's surface produced by rare and massive explosive eruptions that rank among nature's most violent events.

Scientists found Rosetta Stone of supervolcanoes


The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has scrapped a plan to cover the concrete base of a World Trade Center tower with 2,000 clear prismatic glass panels due to technical problems.

Port Authority scraps plan to cover concrete base of World Trade Center tower with 2,000 clear prismatic glass panels


Asian stock markets are trading weak on Friday with investors tracking cues from Wall Street, where stocks posted modest losses overnight following disappointing jobless claims data.


THE Reject Shop will double its outlet capacity by July after upgrading its full year profit guidance despite mixed third quarter trading.


Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez was named National League player of the week for the period ending June 16, Major League Baseball announced Monday.

Rockies' Carlos Gonzalez named National League player of the week


Threshold of preferential vote at elections for Members of European Parliament remains 15%.

Threshold of preferential vote remains 15%


The openly gay Conservative candidate in the riding of Toronto Centre has resigned after the controversial contents of his blog became public.


Justin Bieber has spoken about the paternity case filed against him for the first time yesterday.

Justin Bieber speaks about paternity case for first time


Jennifer Lopez has reportedly asked good friend Tom Cruise to be godfather to her twins Max and Emme, to the initial dismay of husband Marc Anthony.

Jennifer Lopez asks Tom Cruise to be godfather?


Mali will be missing four key players when they take on Zimbabwe in round 4 of the Orange 2012 Afcon qualifier at the Rufaro stadium in Harare on Sunday.

Mali to miss four key players against Zimbabwe


Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has sworn in a new cabinet, replacing one dissolved as a concession to unprecedented anti-government protests.


Bank Islam Trust Company aims to tap overseas markets, especially the Middle East, to further grow its managed asset base, its chairman Zahari Idris said today.


Taliban militants blew up a girls' school in Pakistan's Khyber district on Tuesday, the third such attack in the tribal region bordering Afghanistan so far this month, officials said.


World Champion and Tour de France green jersey Mark Cavendish has signed for Sky, ending months of speculation about where the Manxman would ride next season.


SEED Games announced today that Ragnarok DS has gone gold, and will start shipping to retailers across North America beginning February 16th with a suggested retail price of $34.99.


A former MPD officer is free tonight after he's acquitted of vehicular homicide.

Former MPD officer acquitted of vehicular homicide


A female undergraduate student was sexually assaulted last Tuesday in a parking lot on South Boundary Street, Sam Sadler told the student body on Monday by e-mail.


Pharmaceutical company Krka asked on Monday for the listing of its shares on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, the move which the Novo-mesto based company hopes will realise by the end of June.

Krka asks for listing at Warsaw Stock Exchange


South Dakota attorney general Larry Long is warning South Dakotans about an e-mail scam in which a message claims to be a threat by a hired killer to his intended victim.


Marketo, the provider of a leading cloud-based marketing software platform, announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 6,059,509 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $13.00 per share.

Marketo announces pricing of initial public offering


Citroen's world champion Sebastien Loeb won Rally Finland for the third time in his record-breaking career today to stretch his overall lead in the standings to 43 points.


Gordon Strachan says that he feels for the Middlesbrough players and supporters as they saw their side crash to another defeat at the hands of Leeds United.

Strachan feels for players and supporters


SOA Software, a provider of SOA governance, cloud and enterprise API Management products, announced year-over-year business growth of 60% in 2011, spurred by the increasing need for effective cloud computing and mainstream SOA solutions.

SOA Software announces year-on-year growth of 60%


Saudi Ambassador to Netherlands and the Kingdom's Permanent Representative to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Shaghroud, has held here today a dinner party in honor of the Members of the Saudi delegation that is a participant in the meetings of the 15th session of the Conference of the States of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.

Saudi Ambassador to Netherlands holds a dinner party in honor of the Members of Saudi delegation


NHL executive and former Maple Leafs general manager Jim Gregory remained in a medically induced coma last night, three days after suffering a heart attack at the league office in Toronto.


As the holidays approach, Social Security has good tidings to share with Social Security and Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries: they will receive a 5.8 percent increase in benefit payments beginning with the January payments.


Chief Justice of Pakistan Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry has said that the Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto murder case would set the precedence for re-opening death sentence cases Aaj TV reported on Thursday.

Zab case to set precedence for re-opening death sentence cases:


Kaif, who is an aficionada of the Red Battalion, joined the fans of the team in Mumbai to cheer the Royal Challengers before its match against the Chennai Super Kings.

Katrina Kaif joins fans in cheering Royal Challengers


European stocks were little changed after the biggest drop in almost two weeks as Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy said local elections vindicated his austerity program while Japan's exports tumbled.


A Houston church will celebrate its 50th anniversary Sunday, May 16, with a variety of activities.

Houston church to celebrate 50th anniversary


Lakers center Andrew Bynum had successful arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Wednesday to repair the meniscus.

Lakers' Andrew Bynum has successful surgery


Justine Henin has announced her retirement from professional tennis due to an elbow injury.


BRASILIA, Brazil Brazil's Foreign Ministry says it has granted asylum to a Bolivian opposition senator who says he's being politically persecuted and fears for his life.

Brazil grants asylum to Bolivian senator


Medical robotics company Hansen Medical Inc said it plans to restate prior financial results to correct errors regarding the timing of revenue recognition on the sale of some of its Sensei Robotic Catheter Systems, sending shares down as much as 14 percent.

Hansen Medical to restate results to correct errors


US Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse has commemorated the so-called Gaspee Days in which a group of Rhode Islanders in 1772 boarded and set ablaze the despised British revenue schooner Gaspee in Narragansett Bay.

Sen. Whitehouse commemorates Gaspee Days


Juventus moved up to fourth position in the Serie A table following a 2-1 victory against Bologna at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.


Doc Rivers and Danny Ainge will meet on Wednesday to discuss the best way to move forward following the end of trade talks between the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Clippers.


Public discussion on the draft growth and transformation plan of the government has kicked off in Addis Ababa on Monday.

Discussion on growth plan kicks off in Addis Ababa


Chase Budinger scored 22 points and Jerryd Bayless had all 20 of his points in the second half to help Arizona upset No. 17 Washington State 65-55 on Saturday night.


The Board of Directors of Union Pacific Corporation has declared a quarterly dividend of 27 cents per share on its common stock, payable April 1, 2010, to stockholders of record February 26, 2010.

Union Pacific Corporation declares quarterly dividend of 27 cents per share


UPC Netherlands is extending the reach of its internet, digital TV and telephony services to the municipalities of Geldermalsen, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, New Lekkerland and Ruurlo.


NELSPRUIT, South Africa -Defending champion Italy is hoping to hit its stride in this World Cup against tournament outsider New Zealand on Sunday.

Italy hopes to hit stride against New Zealand


A Pekin man was sentenced Monday to four years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for unlawful possession of a controlled substance with the intent to deliver.


Three students are accused of vandalizing classrooms at Evans Elementary School over the weekend.

Students accused of vandalizing classrooms at Evans Elementary


An SUV slammed into a doctor's office Tuesday morning in Northeast Richland County.


Two Summerfield churches were burglarized over the weekend, and sheriff's deputies are investigating the cases, according to officials.

Two Summerfield churches burglarized over weekend


Randy Winn led the Giants in prayer before batting practice this morning for Sue Burns, the team's largest shareholder, who died overnight at 58 after learning she had cancer a little more than a week ago.


Definitely not right now,'' Miley Cyrus says on why she doesn't want to get married and have kids ``really young.''

Miley Cyrus doesn't want to have kids 'really young'


After being approved for $27,000 in financial assistance through the Natural Resources Conservation Service and its Emergency Watershed Protection program in April, the city of Crab Orchard has completed its flood control project in just three months.

Crab Orchard completes flood control project


US Secretary of State John Kerry on Thursday warned against Russian missiles sales to Syria saying it would be ``destabilising'' to the region as he seeks to build diplomatic efforts to end the bloody conflict.

Kerry warns against Russian missile sales to Syria


Sick University of Wisconsin students, faculty and staff won't need to show doctor's notes for extended medical absences this academic year.

Sick University of Wisconsin students don't need notes


Emma Thompson has reportedly revealed that work stopped her from ``going under'' during her worst bouts of depression.


Wolves winger Matt Jarvis is set to win a new contract to reward his exciting performances and ward off Premier League suitors.


Former world number one Serena Williams breezed into the third round at the German Open in Berlin with a straight sets win over Italian Francesca Schiavone here on Tuesday.

Serena Williams breezes into third round


A Wheaton woman has been charged with stealing more than $100,000 from the bank accounts of elderly customers at the bank where she worked.

Wheaton woman charged with stealing from elderly customers


Ferrari driver Felipe Massa has said that he is aiming to beat his teammate, Fernando Alonso in the 2013 Formula 1 season.

Felipe Massa aims to beat Fernando Alonso in 2013 --


A new anti-drug resource kit has been launched, providing reference materials for Government departments, parent-teacher associations, schools and non-governmental organisations to plan and organise anti-drug activities and modules for parents, and train-the-trainers programmes.


Over 30 million Israeli flowers hit flower shops around Europe for the holidays.

Over 30 million Israeli flowers hit Europe


Navi Mumbai, Aug 2 Select sugar prices rose today on better buying support from stockists, traders at the Bombay Sugar Merchants Association said.


Tiger shroff son of jackie shroff is been launched by Sajid Nadiadwala for his new film.

Tiger shroff launched by Sajid Nadiadwala


A 51-year-old Boy Scout leader was attacked by a rabid beaver while swimming in the Delaware River in Pennsylvania earlier this month.

Boy Scout leader attacked by rabid beaver


Folk artist Stephen Huneck, whose whimsical paintings, sculptures and woodcut prints of dogs celebrated his love of animals and won him a worldwide fan base, has died.


Oil prices steadied below US$82 a barrel overnight as a stronger US dollar and lacklustre equities markets dragged commodity prices and offset encouraging US housing data that fed economic optimism.


The Election Commission has served notices to three Karnataka ministers, including Reddy brothers, on a petition seeking their disqualification as MLAs on grounds of alleged amassing of wealth and misuse of power.

Election Commission serves notices to three Karnataka ministers


SRAM has recalled some RockShox forks, Domain 302 and 318, which can crack and break.


Former New Zealand cricketer and sports broadcaster Colin Snedden died in his sleep at the weekend, aged 93.


The shaky euro rebounded against the dollar on Tuesday as worries over Euro debt crisis persisted.


European stocks dropped for a fifth day and US futures fell as Hungary raised less than planned in a debt sale, reigniting concern about the ability of European governments to tame their budget deficits as the economy slows.


Abu Dhabi Police arrested two men for embezzling huge amounts of money by using fake credit cards, a statement issued yesterday by the police, said.

Abu Dhabi Police arrests two men with fake credit cards


Louisville coach Steve Kragthorpe was fired today.


A Saudi cargo ship was rescued from Somali pirates by the Yemeni Coast Guard in the southern part of the Red Sea on Saturday, according to a statement by the Yemeni authorities yesterday.


Five new members will be inducted into the Birmingham Hall of Fame this year at the 34th annual inductee and scholarship banquet on Oct. 17 at St. Stephen School hall in Toledo's Birmingham neighborhood.

Five to be inducted into Birmingham Hall of Fame


Russian tennis player Maria Kirilenko has got engaged to compatriot ice hockey player Alex Ovechkin.


The coast needs another post office, especially when you realise that down the road in Torrevieja, they have just opened their fifth!


Italian screenwriter Tonino Guerra, best known for his long-standing collaboration with director Michelangelo Antonioni, has died.


A tanker loaded with sulfuric acid capsized on the Rhine river in Germany on Thursday, and special cranes and more than 100 rescuers struggled to right the vessel and find two crew members who remain missing.


Mexican stocks closed lower Wednesday, tracking US counterparts like the Dow Jones Industrial Average, as commodities slipped on a sudden drop in the energy sector.

Mexico stocks close lower, tracking US, as commodities slip


Shawnee fire crews battled a house fire that posed several problems Friday morning at 5203 Woodsonia Drive.


The State Government has declared open season on sand extraction in Chickaballapur, Kolar, Tumkur and Hassan districts.

Government declares open season on sand extraction


Heineken NV, the world's third- biggest brewer, reported annual profit that beat estimates and unveiled new cost-saving targets amid increased expenses for making beers including Desperados and Amstel.


AMD today launched three new gaming Graphics Cards for the mid-range market.


A Macon man is banned from all Macon libraries, after being accused of exposing himself.


Maybe, seeing that he's rumored to be ``loaned out'' from the LA Galaxy to AC Milan starting in January.

David Beckham ``loaned out'' from Galaxy to AC Milan?


A 21-year-old woman has suffered a sexual assault from a cyclist while walking in Magdalen Road, Oxford.


The engineering industry needs more Australian visa holders to be able to grow effectively.

Engineering industry needs more Australian visa holders


Rogue surgeon Jayant Patel has formally agreed to return to Australia to face trial for manslaughter and other charges relating to his time at Queensland's Bundaberg Base Hospital.


Israelis spent less on health care in 2010, a Central Bureau of Statistics report said Monday.


Chief Justice of Pakistan Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry has remarked that injustice had been done to Bhutto and every one is concerned over it but we want proper jurisdiction of hearing the Presidential reference to provide complete justice.


CTM has raised more than $3350 for the Leukaemia Foundation through the efforts of seven brave shavers across its Brisbane and Sydney offices.

Ctm raises $3350+ in for Leukaemia Foundation


Chantelle Houghton had to go to hospital on her first Mother's Day on Sunday after being taken ill. Chantelle Houghton spent her first Mother's Day in hospital.

Chantelle Houghton spends Mother's day in hospital


Northrop Grumman Corp. plans to lay off 642 workers at its Pascagoula shipyard by the end of the year, the company said Wednesday.

Northrop to lay off 642 workers at Pascagoula shipyard


Angry Lloyds Bank shareholders met in Reading today to hear about a £14 billion legal action being instigated on their behalf against the Treasury.

Lloyds Bank shareholders meet in Reading


TONY Mowbray has this afternoon confirmed that Kieron Dyer has formally signed for Boro until the end of the season.

Kieron Dyer signs for Boro until end of the season


``It's an awesome feeling,'' Vick said of getting the bankruptcy plan approved, which includes how his creditors will be repaid more than $20 million.


New exhibition Information is Currency, which opens at London's The Book Club at the end of the month, may have been inspired by a different internet furore - the release of US Embassy cables by Wikileaks last year - but the issues are still as relevant.


Ahsan Ullah Moni, the industrialist and landowner, has been gradually turning Perabo in Sonargaon upazila under Narayanganj district into a striking tourist mark.

Ahsan Ullah turning Perabo a striking tourist mark


Goldman Sachs Group Inc lost money on only two trading days during the third quarter, despite an industry-wide slump in trading volumes, according to a regulatory filing published on Tuesday.

Goldman Sachs lost money on two trading days:


The Bulgarian government has postponed the discussions of the issue with the law on Sofia's waste, which included the closing down of the Suhodol waste depot, Nikolay Vassilev, Bulgarian Minister of State Administration and Administrative Reform, said, Focus News Agency reported.

The Bulgarian government has postponed the discussions of the issue with the closing down of the Suhodol waste depot


CB&I announced today it has been awarded a project, valued in excess of $280 million, by Occidental of Elk Hills, Inc. for a new gas processing plant at the Elk Hills oil and gas field in Central California.


THE truck driver involved in a fatal crash at Elizabeth Town in September, which caused the deaths of three cancer patients in a minibus, has pleaded guilty to all charges this morning.


A block of flats were evacuated last night after a fire started in one of the properties.


The headline inflation eased slightly in January on some moderation in manufactured products, but the central bank will likely keep tightening monetary policy because price pressures are still above its comfort zone.


The final blowout went to Atlanta, so the Hawks will get a shot at LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers.


Hip-hop manager Chris Lighty credited with popularizing the hip-hop culture and bringing it to the mainstream has killed himself after an argument with his estranged wife.

Hip-hop manager Chris Lighty kills himself


Captain Stu have launched the music video for their new single, Siamese Twin, which has children aged 10 to 12 who look like the band members in a scenario in which one of them is in love with a Siamese twin and the others perform an operation to separate the girls.

Captain Stu launches music video for new single


A South Glens Falls man who robbed an elderly relative of her purse and wallet pleaded guilty Friday to a felony charge.

South Glens Falls man who robbed relative pleads guilty


MORE than 1,800 women took part in a fundraising Race for Life at Scolton Manor near Haverfordwest today.

More than 1,800 take part in Race for Life


Emirati women working in public, private or voluntary sectors play a vital role in support of the country's comprehensive development march, Gen. Shaikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan


MLC has announced annual changes to its insurance offering that include the reduction in some premium rates.

MLC announces changes to insurance offering


Iran's defense minister said Friday that a US drone violated Iranian airspace a week ago when Pentagon says the pilotless aircraft came under fire.

Iran says US drone violated Iranian airspace


Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has said that Rome is ``dirty'' and ``disfigured'' by graffiti.


The rupee ended lower at 54.33 against the dollar as oil-related dollar demand weighed on the Indian unit.


President Bush to host a summit of world leaders to address the global financial crisis.


This week Goldman met with coaches from Auburn, Florida State, Alabama and Miami.


Taiwan and China have agreed to set up representative offices in each other's capitals by the end of this year to handle tourism-related matters, local media reported Monday.

Taiwan, China agree to setting up representative offices: reports


George Zimmerman, 28, was released from the Seminole County jail Friday afternoon on a $1 million bond.

Zimmerman released from Seminole County jail


The Twins avoided salary arbitration with closer Matt Capps today by agreeing with the right hander on a one year 7.15 million dollar contract.With the expected return of Joe Nathan, Capps give the twins 2 established closers in the bullpen.


Courtney Love wants to help Ke$ha with something other than a drug hookup.


Foodservicewarehouse.com is proud to announce that they now have the largest online selection of Vulcan Hart products.

Foodservicewarehouse.com has the largest selection of Vulcan products


Labour MP Shane Jones has been forced to admit charging adult movies to his taxpayer funded credit card as a new expenses scandal engulfs parliament, but he says he is unlikely to quit.


The system of governance in a society must safeguard and preserve humanity, and sanctify shared human values that cut across ideological differences, said the Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Sidek Hassan.

System of governance must safeguard and preserve humanity


European stocks pared gains, after the Stoxx Europe 600 Index yesterday posted the biggest rally in three months, as carmakers retreated.


HP, a long-time supporter of Colorado State University, has donated performance workstations, displays and a server to the new Computer Science building on campus.

HP donates workstations, server to new Computer Science building


Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil underwent successful surgery to remove the kidney stones that forced the band's Sunday night concert in Sydney, Australia to be cut short so the singer could be rushed to the hospital.

Motley Crue singer Vince Neil undergoes surgery


``Luck was in our favour today. But then fortune always favours the brave. In football one side has to lose. You can't do anything about it. Through out the tournament we played well, and so I think we deserved to win this match and the title.''


Viber has updated their Windows Phone messaging app to version 2.1.


Keira Knightley practiced sex faces for ''two days'' to perfect her raunchy look in 'A Dangerous Method'.

Keira Knightley practiced sex faces for 'Dangerous Method'


The Dail has heard that a national school in Kilmacrennan will be left in an impossible situation in September when one teacher will be responsible for teaching children across five classes.

Kilmacrennan school to be left in impossible situation


Egypt has invited Israeli and Palestinian officials for separate meetings on Thursday to discuss an Egyptian initiative for an extended truce in Gaza, state news agency MENA reported on Monday.

Egypt invites Israel, Palestinians for meetings


A WALKING bus has transformed the school run for parents and pupils in High Legh.


The ISM non-manufacturing in the US probably shrank in August for the third straight month, a sign that the economic slowdown is still in full effect as domestic demand and higher costs prevent companies from expanding, economists and traders said before a report today.


``I wanted to be a rapper so there are hundreds and hundreds of tapes.


A pedestrian was critically injured on Kalihi street Tuesday morning.


The ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights made an official visit to the United States from 14 to 19 November, upon the invitation of the US Department of State.

ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights visits United States


A MALVERN firefighter had his achievements recognised at a special Celebration of Success event at Worcester's Guildhall on Tuesday.


A man from Louisiana has been charged with violating a new federal animal cruelty law by smuggling cockfighting weapons into the United States.

Man charged with violating new federal law by smuggling cockfighting weapons


Milwaukee Admirals rookie Linus Klasen was named player of the week in the American Hockey League on Monday after the left wing finished with three goals and three assists in three games.

Admirals rookie Klasen named player of the week


Baltimore Sun reported that a pair of environmental groups and several Dundalk area residents filed suit against present and former owners of the Sparrows Point steel mill, accusing them of polluting nearby waterways that feed into the Chesapeake Bay and threatening the health of people in neighboring communities.

Environmental groups file suit against Sparrows Point steel mill


Trey Burke had 18 points and 11 assists, and No. 3 Michigan held off a late rally by No. 18 North Carolina State in a 79-72 victory Tuesday night.

No. 3 Michigan holds off No. 18 North Carolina State


Sarah Palin has endorsed Doug Hoffman for the 23rd Congressional District of New York.


A French soldier of the international force in Afghanistan was killed in a mine explosion in Kabul Saturday, military sources said, dpa reported.

French soldier killed in mine explosion in Kabul


Former Secretary of State Colin Powell announced Sunday that he will be voting for Sen. Barack Obama, citing the Democrat's ``ability to inspire'' and the ``inclusive nature of his campaign.''


No injuries were reported in a dramatic, two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Sixth Street and LeFevre Drive at about 8 am Tuesday.


United Airlines today announced the launch of seasonal nonstop service to Anchorage, connecting the largest city in the 49th state with the airline's hubs in Chicago , Denver and San Francisco .

United Airlines to launch nonstop service to Anchorage


The Commerce Commission will monitor boat fares and cargo charges as the festive season approaches.

Commission to monitor boat fares and charges


The power shortfall has risen to 4,000 megawatt with end of Eid holidays.

Power shortfall rises to 4,000 megawatts


Colombo shares ended with mixed results on Thursday where benchmark indices closed in opposite directions, analysts said.


For the second time this year Kurt Angle has been arrested on DUI charges, except this time the TNA World Heavyweight champion fervently denies it and plans to fight the charges.

Former wrestler Kurt Angle arrested for DUI


ZLUS), announced today that its premier portal, TheAdultSpot.com, has launched its new ``start of the art'' social network platform.

TheAdultSpot.com launches ``start of the art'' social network platform


Men are keen to know about family background while choosing their life partners, according to a survey.

Men are keen to know about family background:survey


Amnesty International has condemned the planned execution of a 41-year-old man in the United States.

Amnesty International condemns us execution


spring training schedule, which the team announced Wednesday.


Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a guru to the Beatles who introduced the West to transcendental meditation, has died at his home in the Dutch town of Vlodrop, a spokesman said on Tuesday.

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, guru to the Beatles, dies


Romney won Alaska in 2008, and Paul was the only candidate to campaign there this year, aiming for at least a share of the state's 24 delegates.


Pegasystems Inc., the leader in Business Process Management and software for customer centricity, will announce financial results for the third quarter of 2011 on Wednesday, November 9, 2011, after market close.

Pegasystems to announce financial results for the third quarter of 2011


Sen. Marco Rubio has brushed off the vice presidential talk, and now he's - expectedly -- dismissing talk that he'll one day run for president.


Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari here on Sunday spoke of an impasse in Baghdad-Riyadh relationships, saying that Iraq has closer ties with Iran than Arab states.

We have closer ties with Iran than Arab states:


Canada and India are negotiating a comprehensive nuclear deal that will allow the country to develop civilian nuclear power plants.


Anna Hazare on Tuesday held a series of meetings with his supporters, including former Army Chief Gen VK Singh, to finetune the next course of action, and announced that he will soon form a national level trust to run his movement.

Anna Hazare to form national level trust to run his movement


Goldman Sachs reinstated coverage on Yahoo Inc with a ``buy'' rating, saying the Internet company's stock is worth more than its current price after its stake sale in China's Alibaba Group (ALIAB.UL) and growth at its Japanese joint venture.

Goldman Sachs reinstates Yahoo with buy rating


DLF Vice President, Rajiv Singh said Monday that correction in real estate prices and volume in realty sector is largely done and he expects stability to return in prices and volume in next eight months.

Correction in real estate prices largely done:


Police say a man was arrested for inappropriately touching and assaulting a woman in Salisbury on Sunday.

Man arrested for touching and assaulting woman


Snow cleanup cost Barrington just under $100,000 and officials are hoping to get most of it back through a federal grant.


Merrill Lynch, now a subsidiary of Bank of America, downgraded Fluor Corporation from Neutral to Underperform.


Beijing university will be closed for tourists for the Olympics due to to security concerns, the Xinhua news agency reported on Wednesday.

Beijing university closed for tourists during Olympics


The Sarawak police have exhumed the skeletal remains of a 71-year-old Penan chief from a burial site deep in the forests of Long Kerong in northern Sarawak to determine the cause of his death following complaints from his family that he had died under ``suspicious'' circumstances in a logging concession zone.

Police exhume skeletal remains of Penan chief


President Barack Obama jokingly teased David Beckham when the Los Angeles Galaxy team visited the White House Tuesday to be honoured for winning the 2011 MLS Cup.

Obama teases Beckham during la Galaxy's visit to the White House


So far more than 60,000 Afghan refugees has been repatriated to their homeland this year through the Voluntarily Repatriation Centre, from Peshawar and Quetta.

60,000 Afghan refugees repatriated this year:


Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will undergo heart surgery Saturday, taking him away from official duties for several weeks during the run-up to national elections that must be held by May.

Indian premier Singh to undergo heart surgery


Credit Suisse on Thursday said it swung to a far better-than-expected first-quarter net profit, climbing back from several quarterly losses in 2008 when it was mired in writedowns and unfavourable trading results.


Asda will open a further five Asda Living stores across the UK this year, bringing its total to 21.

Asda to open five Asda Living stores this year


American actor Tom Hanks has revealed that he had to omit some sex scenes from his new movie 'Angels and Demons', as there was no time for ``smooching'' in the action-packed film.

Tom Hanks had to omit some sex scenes from ``Angels and Demons''


Craig Thomson granted bail Updated: 12:41, Wednesday February 6, 2013 Federal MP, Craig Thomson, has been released on bail after facing Melbourne Magistrates Court to be formally charged with a 154 counts of fraud.


Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister Kanna Lakshminarayana, who was on a tour of the USA studying its agricultural practices and techniques, visited Atlanta on December 7.

AP Agriculture Minister Kanna Lakshminarayana visits Atlanta


Lohan is said to be in talks to play Hollywood icon Elizabeth Taylor in the Lifetime original TV movie Elizabeth & Richard:


BAUER is set to haunt Racing Victoria Ltd, with at least two of the four trainers with positive swabs threatening the ``Bauer defence'' unless cleared.


University of Chicago evolutionary biologist Neil Shubin, PhD, the Robert R. Bensley Professor and Associate Dean of Organismal Biology and Anatomy, has been elected a Member of the National Academy of Sciences and honored with a prestigious national teaching award.

Neil Shubin elected to National Academy of Sciences, honored for teaching


A MAN has been extradited from Queensland after he allegedly stabbed a man in the face in Sydney's east.


Geoff Ogilvy has won the season-opening SBS Championship for the second straight year, this time having to rally on the back nine at Kapalua for a one-shot victory over Rory Sabbatini.


14 News has learned an Evansville Police officer, who has not been identified, has been suspended after allegations were made against him.


Lindsay Lohan will reportedly undergo rehab at UCLA, not Morningside Recovery as reported earlier.

Lindsay Lohan will undergo rehab at UCLA


The former landlord of the Alma and the Ship pubs in Wandsworth Town, who opened the first gastro-pub in London, has died after an accident at his farm in Surrey.

Former landlord of the Alma and the Ship pubs dies


prison guard fired after allegedly locking new hire in with an inmate for 20 minutes

Guard fired after locking new hire in with inmate


Blue Jays third baseman Brett Lawrie will begin his rehab assignment with Class A Dunedin on Wednesday.

Lawrie to begin rehab assignment on Wednesday


Bangalore, Aug 1 Tamil superstar Rajnikant has risen in stature after accepting that he had made a ``mistake'' in making remarks that had hurt Kannadiga sentiments, Kannada activists said here Friday, a day after his ``Kuselan'' was released in the state.


JUNIOR CRICKET wrapped up on Sunday March 18 with a B Grade grand-final between Lillee and Clarke at Todkill Park.


The numbers speak for themselves -- a large portion of GOP voters think that President Obama is racist, socialist or a non-US citizen -- though, when considering them, it is important to note that a disproportionate percentage of respondents are from GOP strongholds in the South as opposed to the Northeast.

Large portion of GOP thinks Obama is racist, socialist, non-US citizen:


Hargreaves Lansdown has warned investors to avoid life settlement funds, pointing to a lack of regulation, issues over liquidity and valuations and the high costs, often undisclosed, that can attach to some of the funds.

Hargreaves Lansdown warns investors to avoid life settlements


After the previous legislature's inaction in both addressing the state's $11.2 billion current year revenue shortfall and enacting economic stimulus in the last legislative special session, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today declared a fiscal emergency for the state of California, allowing him to call a Proposition 58 legislative special session to address this emergency.

Gov. Schwarzenegger declares fiscal emergency


India today said a ``meaningful'' devolution package aimed at the minority Tamil community will help creating lasting peace in Sri Lanka and hoped that discussions on that would begin soon.

Devolution will help create lasting peace in Lanka:


With two weeks left of its financial year, department store chain John Lewis has said that it is finishing on a ``flourish'', with sales influenced by rising temperatures.


WABC in New York City, the sister station of WPVI, had already reported that Steinbrenner suffered a massive heart attack.

George Steinbrenner suffers massive heart attack


Germany will remain in a recession until 2010, an economic research group predicted Thursday, adding that gross domestic product will likely shrink 2.2 per cent next year as the global economic crisis deepens.

Germany to remain in recession until 2010:


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


Brazilian model Camila Alves, 26, and photographer/former actress Cynthia Daniel, 32, were spotted leaving the gym in CA on Tuesday, May 13th.

Camila Alves and Cynthia Daniel leave the gym