East Carolina head coach Ruffin McNeill hosted his weekly news conference today as his Pirates get set to host North Carolina State this Saturday.


The Master's School of San Marcos has received a $750 grant from the ExxonMobil Educational Alliance program.


A police officer was punctured by an uncapped hypodermic needle Friday night during a traffic stop that resulted in three drug-related arrests, according to Barnstable police.

Police officer punctured with hypodermic needle


Tyler Perry has announced that he is set to release six movies and launch his own TV Network in 2012.

Tyler Perry to release six movies and launch a TV Network in 2012!


A 43-year-old Cleveland woman died after a fiery crash Sunday on Interstate 71 near West 130th Street.

Cleveland woman dies after fiery crash on Interstate 71


US economic growth cooled in the first quarter as businesses cut back on investment and restocked shelves at a moderate pace, but stronger demand for cars softened the blow.


Though Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close has gotten more buzz for its ill-placed ads and traumatic flashbacks than anything actually on screen, at least one person thinks that what the world really needs are more 9/11 movies.

Yeah, what the world really needs are more 9/11 movies


The Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has commissioned four projects intended to enhance healthcare delivery in the country.

Korle Bu Teaching hospital commissions four projects


The Taliban claimed responsibility Thursday for an attack by a suicide bomber on a US base in eastern Afghanistan that killed eight Americans reportedly working for the CIA.

Taliban claims attack that killed eight Americans


Oil prices fell to $95 a barrel Tuesday in Asia after plummeting overnight as investors weighed the fallout from US legislators' rejection of a proposed $700-billion bank bailout aimed at stabilizing the teetering US economy.


LoveFilm, the film subscription company, has landed a major UK digital distribution deal with industry giant MGM, which promises to open up one of the largest film archives in the business.

LoveFilm lands digital deal with film giant MGM


Silversoft is pleased to announce the release of Taskwise, a productivity enhancing solution that combines task management, file sharing and communications in a single suite.

Silversoft releases Taskwise, task management software


Frontier Airlines has begun its seasonal, nonstop daily flights between Anchorage and Denver.

Frontier begins seasonal flights between Anchorage and Denver


The influenza virus has hit Australia hard this winter, with Queensland recording the highest number of cases in the country, health experts warned on Wednesday, APA reports quoting Xinhua.


The extradition process for Australian collar bomb suspect Paul Douglas Peters could take years if he decides to fight it, an American legal expert says.


The candidacy registration for direct vote to fill 375 House seats has opened nationwide from Tuesday to Saturday.

Candidacy registration for direct vote opens


Martin Scorsese will receive a BAFTA Fellowship, the British Academy's highest career honor, next month.

Martin Scorsese to receive BAFTA Fellowship


Sultan Pepper, an Emmy-winning comedy writer who worked on ``The Ben Stiller Show'' and ``Mad TV,'' died unexpectedly on Oct. 20 in Murrieta, Calif. She was 47.


An East Chicago man was found dead in the street Saturday night while police were responding to a report of shots fired.

East Chicago man found dead Saturday night


By MIKE HOUSEHOLDER Betty Ford, the former first lady whose triumph over drug and alcohol addiction became a beacon of hope for addicts and the inspiration for her Betty Ford Center in California, died at age 93, a family friend said late Friday.


The eye of Hurricane Ike has made landfall at Galveston along the Texas coast.


Madonna has officially begun work on her new album according to her manager Guy Oseary.


The barn at 1196 Dutch Hill Road burnt to the ground shortly after noon.


Former Richmond defender Max Oppy, who was famed as much for his legendary toughness as his undoubted ability, has died after a long illness, He was 84.


``I think the prosecutor's case is going to hell quickly,'' said Kilpatrick during a news conference before addressing upcoming Labor Day celebrations at Campus Martius Park.

Kilpatrick: 'I think the prosecutor's case is going to hell quickly'


Godwin Grech, the senior Treasury official at the heart of the OzCar affair, has admitted he wrote the fake email which alleged Prime Minister Kevin Rudd gave special treatment to a Queensland car dealer.


Enterprise perks management platform ChoicePass has been acquired by Salesforce, says the company, which further states that its employees will be joining Salesforce, while its site and operations will shutter at month's end.


A large majority of British Columbians are willing to share their ``depersonalized'' health care data with medical professionals, and expect this move to have a positive effect on the health care system as a whole, a new Angus Reid Public Opinion poll has found.

British Columbians would share depersonalized health care data


A GROUP of mates experienced the ultimate case of ``the one that got away'' when a 300kg black marlin jumped on board their charter boat, then shook itself free.


The man found dead beside the Rio Grande River levee died of natural causes according to Alamosa Coroner Kevin Rogers.

Man found dead by levee died of natural causes


Bloomberg reported that TATA Power plans to import 12 million tonne coal from Indonesia for feeding its proposed UMPP at Mundra in Gujarat.

TATA Power to import 12 million tonne coal


A Reuters journalist of Jordanian nationality has gone missing in strife-torn Syria, the Amman government announced Thursday, saying it was seeking information about his whereabouts.


Kris Humphries made a dig today at Kanye West who is currently dating his estranged wife Kim Kardashian.


I have informed the Fatah Central Committee and the PLO that I have no desire to be a candidate in the next elections,`` Abbas said in an address televised on Palestinian television.

I have no desire to be candidate in the next elections, Abbas


Australian steelmaker BlueScope Steel has announced that it executed an AU$1.35 billion syndicated facility agreement on December 21.

BlueScope Steel executes AU$1.35 billion syndicated facility


``I am a big fan of Priyanka and her voice.


Deputies said an Amber Alert has been issued for two children after a triple homicide in Buncombe County on Thursday afternoon.

Amber Alert issued after triple homicide


The lack of economic reports today is shifting the focus by US equity traders to the US Dollar.

Lack of economic reports shifts focus to the Dollar


Despite rumors of its delay, Mercedes has confirmed that the E-Class station wagon will debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show this September.

Mercedes E-Class wagon to debut at Frankfurt Auto Show


Just one night without sleep can increase the amount of the chemical dopamine in the human brain, according to new imaging research in the August 20 issue of The Journal of Neuroscience.

One night without sleep increases chemical dopamine in the human brain


A RELENTLESS, unforgiving fitness regimen allows boxer Sam Soliman to keep his dream alive.

Veteran boxer Sam Soliman keeps dream alive


Mobile social games firm Ngmoco has hired a former Mattel executive, Michael Staskin, as its chief marketing officer.

Mobile social games firm Ngmoco hires chief marketing officer


Highway 65 will be closed for construction starting Tuesday morning.


Oce Madril, researcher at the Gadjah Mada University's Center for Anti-Graft Studies, said that Democrat Party Chairman Anas Urbaningrum may be charged with bribery article with regard to his involvement in the SEA Games athletes' village project scandal and other cases.


Setra is planning to close its Horndal sawmill in Avesta municipality, Sweden.


The toilet paper roll is about to undergo its biggest change in 100 years: going tubeless.

The toilet paper roll is going tubeless!


Boone police arrested a man accused of intimidating a witness in an ongoing arson case against him.

Man accused of intimidating witness in arson case


The obesity epidemic and binge drinking are threatening to overwhelm the NHS, a joint report has warned.

Obesity and binge drinking threaten to overwhelm the NHS


Levi Aron implicated himself in the murder of the young Jewish boy who was reported missing yesterday before being discovered dead.

Levi Aron implicated himself in the murder of Jewish boy


Two teenagers were seriously injured in a knife attack in a car park in Watford in the early hours, police said.


The son of a Christchurch man who suffered fatal injuries after a street assault in St Albans last year says he wants to know why his father was killed.

Son wants to know why his father was killed


The Netherlands considers Greek bankruptcy unavoidable, sources at the finance ministry said yesterday on news programme RTL Nieuws.


Time Warner Cable launched VoiceZone apps for computers, mobile devices and its digital cable platform to allow its voice customers to access voicemails and control caller-ID-to-the-TV settings.

Time Warner Cable launches VoiceZone apps


A free online web presentation on getting a mare pregnant is being offered by Michigan State University Extension's My Horse University and HorseQuest.

Free online presentation on getting mares pregnant


Victoria claimed their third straight Twenty20 title, beating WA on their home ground by 32 runs after posting an impressive 8-203 and then bowling the Warriors out for 171.


The St. Louis Post-Dispatch is reporting that former Colorado College hockey star Jaden Schwartz will make his NHL debut Saturday against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Jaden Schwartz to make NHL debut Saturday


A delegation from Iraq is visiting Jacksonville to learn about government.

Delegation from Iraq visits Jacksonville


Lack of political consensus on many issues is affecting India's rapid economic growth, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Wednesday.

Lack of consensus affecting economic growth:


An Omro man accused of viewing child pornography on his computer was charged in Winnebago County Circuit Court Tuesday with four counts of possession of child pornography.

Omro man charged with possession of child pornography


Arsene Wenger says he is confident that Mark Hughes is the man to lead Manchester City to success despite the pressure on him as manager of the world's richest club.

Wenger 'confident' Hughes will lead City to success


The woman accused of neglecting her 18-month-old daughter, which led to the child's death, in late 2011 will plead guilty Monday.

Woman accused of neglect will plead guilty


China and New Zealand signed a sweeping Free Trade Agreement on Monday, the rising economic giant`s first such pact with a developed country.

China, New Zealand sign free trade agreement


Steve Forbes, speaking at Interlachen Country Club in Edina Tuesday night, predicted that ``Obamacare will collapse under its own weight'' and eventually will be replaced by something closer to a free market.

Steve Forbes speaking in Edina: 'Obamacare will collapse under its own weight'


Five cases of swine flu have been confirmed in Monterey County, but none have been found in Santa Cruz County.

Five cases of swine flu confirmed in Monterey County


Vizada, the independent satellite communications provider, has launched the ThurayaIP broadband mobile satellite service.

Vizada launches ThurayaIP broadband mobile satellite service


Indians football extended its win streak to three games by defeating Petersburg 41-27 Friday.

Indians' football extends win streak to three;


Lee Miller, who saw his injury ended early by injury, has been missed by Carlisle in the closing weeks of the season.


It was her big ticket to Bollywood -- but Indo-Canadian porn star Sunny Leone says she would never go back to the ``Bigg Boss'' house.

I would never go back to 'Bigg Boss' house:


Rocky Mount police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred late Wednesday night and early this morning on the city's East Side.


The simple answer to what makes us Canadian is for us to have been born here, or later in life, to have immigrated.


Bangladesh police have arrested three atheist bloggers for allegedly defaming Islam and the Prophet Mohammed, police said Tuesday, amid calls from religious fundamentalists for an Internet crackdown.

Bangladesh arrests three atheist bloggers


In addition to questioning Shaunie O'neal's apology to viewers, former reality television star Omarosa says the women on Basketball Wives are ``behaving like hood rats.''

Omarosa says Basketball Wives behaving like hood rats


Police have found skeletal remains in a Surry Hills home that they believe belong to an elderly woman who could have been dead for eight years.

Police find skeletal remains in Surry Hills home


John Key is recovering from a broken arm after his first public slip-up since taking over as Prime Minister.


Four teen girls were injured in a Perry County car crash around 7:30 pm Saturday on Huckleberry Road.

Four teen girls injured in Perry County crash


Both McLaren drivers were summoned by the stewards at Sepang on Saturday after their rivals complained about being blocked at the end of qualifying for the Malaysian grand prix.


Christina Aguilera was released from police custody this morning after being arrested in the early hours for public intoxication.

Christina Aguilera released by police after arrest for public intoxication


DOBBIN A second woman has died and a baby boy remains in critical condition after an explosion in the town of Dobbin in Montgomery County.


Former US President Jimmy Carter was hospitalized on Tuesday after becoming ill during a flight to Cleveland, according to media reports.

Former US President Carter hospitalized: reports


The CFL fined Lewis on Wednesday for violating the league's social media policy.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Larry MacDougal The CFL fined Calgary Stampeders slotback Nik Lewis on Wednesday for violating the league's social media policy.

CFL fines Calgary Stampeders receiver Lewis for violating social media policy


A 32-year-old man has been jailed for four years and six months for a serious street attack in Fife.

Man jailed over serious street attack in Fife


Transport for London plans to outsource its IT helpdesk in a contract that could be worth up to £70m.

Transport for London to outsource IT helpdesk


In a bid to lure young mobile users, Virgin Mobile has announced the vBling bundled offer.


MINI will officially debut the new Countryman WRC rally car at the Paris Auto Show later this week.

MINI Countryman WRC to debut at Paris Auto Show


Cartoon Network is launching three new shows in the month of January, namely Generator Rex, Ashoka and Tripura.

Cartoon Network to launch three new shows in January


PASSIONATE New Zealand rugby fans turned on the All Blacks yesterday after an error-filled performance saw them crumble against the Springboks for a second consecutive week.


Only a few days in advance of being due to conduct English National Opera's new production of Vaughan Williams' opera Riders to the Sea, the leading conductor Richard Hickox has died of a suspected heart attack.

Conductor Richard Hickox dies of a suspected heart attack


Tim Webster says councils are running out of money and are looking at new ways to gouge the cash out of your pocket.


National parks across the country are ditching junk food and making healthier options available for parkgoers this summer.

National parks ditch junk food for healthier options


Copper prices surged more than 3 per cent to 13-month highs, reaching above $3 per pound in New York, as the dollar weakened.


Kabul, June 26 A senior Taliban commander disguised in women's clothes was killed by Afghan and NATO forces south of Kabul, the military alliance said Saturday.

Taliban commander disguised in women's clothes killed


Uzbekistan closed its border with Kazakhstan, the Kazakh Foreign Ministry has stated.

Uzbekistan closes border with Kazakhstan.


``I've grown up so much. The great thing about being pregnant is that you have nine months and it really does prepare you,'' she says of being a mom to son Bronx, with husband Pete Wentz.


As Adam Schefter of ESPN originally reported, the NFLPA is supposedly planning to decertify by the expiration of the league's current labor deal.


The BBC journalist and presenter Andrew Marr left hospital on Friday, nearly two months after suffering a stroke, and is continuing his rehabilitation at home.

Andrew Marr leaves hospital nearly two months after suffering a stroke


A literacy support program designed for teachers and students in the Far North has gotten off to a successful start in 2013.

Literacy support program designed for teachers


A 20-year-old woman was robbed at gunpoint in Bradenton Friday evening, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.


A whale shark, locally known as butanding, was found dead on the shores of Brgy.


Long layered hairstyles with side swept bangs are all the rage right now!


Meryl Streep donates $1M to The Public Theater Meryl Streep has donated $1 million to The Public Theater in honor of both its late founder, Joseph Papp, and her friend, the author Nora Ephron.

Meryl Streep donates $1M to the Public Theater


North Korea has officially launched its first tablet and although not exactly a gamechanger, at least it's not the kind of launch we've grown to expect from the communist hermit kingdom.


Mesa police are looking for answers in the shooting death of a 60 year old man.

Mesa police investigate shooting death of man


Students at Western Branch High School have launched a campaign urging other students to buckle up every time they get in a car.

Students launch campaign urging other students to buckle up


The Braves' Mike Minor stretched his scoreless streak to 14 innings and Baltimore's Tsuyoshi Wada made his delayed debut as Atlanta and an Orioles split squad tied 2-2 in 10 innings Sunday.

Minor stretches scoreless streak to 14 innings


Robin Williams is set to play former American President Dwight D. Eisenhower in Lee Daniels' upcoming biopic The Butler.

Robin Williams to play Dwight D. Eisenhower


The Jets will work out kicker Kris Brown today, a person with direct knowledge of the workout confirms.

Jets to work out free agent kicker Kris Brown


Jane Lynch is hosting the new NBC game show ``Hollywood Game Night,'' which will pit A-list contestants against mere mortals in a cocktail-party atmosphere.


The Pars missed the chance to go seven points clear of their Fife rivals, instead allowing Raith to take another three points off them, bringing their total to seven against the Pars this season.

Pars miss chance to go seven points clear


The venture capital firm Greylock Partners announced Tuesday that it had expanded its main fund, Greylock XIII, to $1 billion, from $575 million.


Suzlon Energy likely to peak out at Rs 55-56, says Mitesh Thacker, Technical Analyst, miteshthacker.com.

Suzlon Energy likely to peak out at Rs 55-56:


A getaway driver for an armed gang carrying out heists on security vans was a convict on the run!


Coal India Limited has written to the State government that it will resume coal supply in about two weeks, said Energy Minister Shobha Karandlaje here on Friday.


The US anti-whaling group Sea Shepherd announced it will be setting sail from Australia to disrupt Japanese research whaling early next month.

Sea Shepherd to set sail from Australia to disrupt Japanese research whaling


A Gallup survey just released finds a majority of Americans, 61%, oppose reducing collective bargaining rights of government workers and 53% oppose reducing pay or benefits of government workers, to reduce budget deficits.

Majority oppose reducing collective bargaining, pay, or benefits


Driver recruitment firm Transline has won two new lead vendor contracts at Co-op Harthill and Co-op Cumbernauld.


BBA Aviation said it expected to outperform its markets and was comfortable with its business growth going forward, as an increase in flying activity boosts demand for its aircraft services.

BBA Aviation expects to outperform its markets


Celebrity Cruises will roll out Zumba fitness classes on all of its ships next month.

Celebrity rolls out Zumba classes on all ships


1/24/2008 8:50:51 AM The dollar showed mild weakness during Thursday's early morning trading in New York.

Dollar shows weakness in Thursday's early morning trading


Los Angeles, May 26 Former US president Bill Clinton congratulated actress Eva Longoria on completing her Master's.


Bischofshofen, Austria - Andreas Kofler won the prestigious Four Hills ski-jumping title from a fifth-place finish in Wednesday's finale dominated by fellow-Austrian Thomas Morgenstern.


SAN FRANCISCO IBM Corp. put a top executive on leave Monday after he was charged in an insider trading scandal for allegedly leaking secrets about IBM's earnings and financial dealings with corporate partners.

IBM puts executive on leave after charges


Apple sued Samsung, alleging its Galaxy-branded cellphones and tablets copy the iPhone and iPad.


HE Humaid Mohammad Al Qatami, Minister of Education, said that the Ministry would set up a centre for talented in coordination with the Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Distinguished Academic Performance .

Ministry of Education to set up centre for the talented


A twin-engine passenger plane crashed early Tuesday near a northern Siberia town, killing at least 11 of the 15 people on board, Russia's Emergencies Ministry said.Initial reports indicated that all those aboard the Antonov-24 turboprop were killed.

Plane crash in northern Siberia kills at least 11


NATO proposed a new era of cooperation with Russia on Friday, calling for joint work with Moscow and Washington on missile defence after the United States scrapped a planned anti-missile system.

NATO proposes new era of cooperation with Russia


Red Wing residents give the city high marks for services and are willing to pay slightly higher taxes to maintain them, according to results of a recent community survey.

Red Wing residents gives the city high marks for its services


On April 28 at 6PM, supermodel Adriana Lima will make her big comeback and live stream her first photo shoot since giving birth in November.

Adriana Lima streams her first photo shoot since giving birth


Chelsea striker Didier Drogba says he has had malaria for a month but is only now regaining full fitness because the illness was finally diagnosed on Monday.


The Hartford announced a new affiliation with the Sierra Club, building on a tradition of partnerships that the property-casualty and life insurer already has with AARP and the American Kennel Club.

The Hartford announces new affiliation with Sierra Club


Australian umpire Daryl Harper has admitted that he committed errors while officiating in the first cricket Test between India and the West Indies but said Indian players too did not play in the spirit of the game.

'Indians did not play in spirit of the game'


Calista Corp. is donating $10,000 to the Bethel senior center and is planning a celebration next week at the facility.

Calista Corp. donates $10,000 to Bethel senior center, plans celebration


Former Essendon AFL coach Kevin Sheedy looks set to return to the club where he spent his playing days, Richmond, after 28 years away.

Sheedy may return to Richmond after 28 years


As more and more athletes and analysts take to Twitter, we get to find out firsthand what the players and people closest to the action think of breaking stories like Michael Vick signing with the Eagles and today's news that Brett Favre will sign with the Vikings pending a physical.


David Walliams has celebrated his 41st birthday at a special James Bond themed bash with celebrity pals including Russell Brand.


LIVERMORE, Calif. A 25-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash after he allegedly sped through a red light while fleeing from police in Livermore late Wednesday night, police said.

Motorcyclist killed in crash while fleeing from police


Seoul shares opened steady on Tuesday led by technology shares such as Hynix Semiconductor on its latest memory chip price increases, but gains were limited after oil hit another record on Monday.


The UK Times is reporting that Uganda is proposing the dealth penalty for HIV positive gays.

Uganda proposes dealth penalty for HIV positive gays


Newsday > Sports > Baseball > Mets Mets have seven minority buyers lined up Originally published:


A new article released in the February 2011 issue of Health Affairs, co-authored by Benjamin Sommers, MD, PhD, of the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Harvard School of Public Health, and Sara Rosenbaum, JD, Chair of the Department of Health Policy and Hirsch Professor of Health Law and Policy at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services, examines new challenges that States and the Federal Government will face when Medicaid eligibility expands in 2014, under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Article examines new challenges federal Government will face when Medicaid eligibility expands in 2014


Afilias, a global provider of registry services, today announced that it has been selected to provide registry services supporting the .


In a recent post to his Twitter page, Chris Brown revealed a new tattoo in which he forgives his ``enemies.''


Rep. Dean Heller, R-Nv., easily advanced to the general election Tuesday night with a four to one victory margin over Patrick Colletti.

Heller easily advances to general election


Mumbai attacks co-accused David Headley, who scouted Shiv Sena headquarters, on Tuesday testified there was a plot involving his handlers in Pakistan's intelligence agency ISI and terror outfit LeT to assassinate Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray.

David Headley in plot to assassinate Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray


A 17-year-old Bessemer City High School student faces charges related to a fight on a school bus Thursday morning, according to a citation.

Student charged with fighting on school bus


McIver hasn't made it a secret that he would run for mayor.


eTelecare Global Solutions, a Philippines-based BPO services provider, has expanded an agreement with a telecommunications provider whereby it will provide an additional queue to the client's inbound sales program.

ETelecare expands agreement with telecommunications provider


A West Midlands family have been evicted from their housing association home following more than 200 reported anti-social incidents between 2004 and 2007.

Family evicted from Housing Association home 'after 200 anti-social incidents'


Flood warnings are starting to hit the news with some frequency now.


Telstra shares hit a four year high as the telco starts to benefit from recent changes such as its involvement in the national broadband network.


Former North Carolina Sen. John Edwards has endorsed his former rival Barack Obama for president.


Although the project was just recently announced, James Cameron has already explored Animal Kingdom for part of the development process for the expansion.


Yorktown Center is hosting a four-week farmers market outside The Shops on Butterfield at Yorktown Center.


The Secret Theatre is holding an opening night gala for their revival of the Tony Awardnominated musical, Little Women, on December 8, 7:30 pm.


French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde yesterday welcomed the European Central Bank's more cautious view of the economic outlook but said the euro was still too high for comfort.


Richmond police investigate the scene of an apparent homicide Saturday night.

Richmond police investigating another homicide


Thai exports fell 25.7 percent year-on-year in July on declining foreign demand amid strong competition, the commerce ministry said in a statement Wednesday.

Thai exports fall 25.7 percent in July: ministry


Jones Soda Co. said it will revamp the WhoopAss energy drink it originally introduced 11 years ago.

Jones Soda to revamp WhoopAss energy drink


Hong Kong researchers generated animal product-free new human stem cells which can be derived into different human cell types and tissues, providing insights for clinical applications of stem cell therapy, according to the Univ. of Hong Kong.

Researchers generate new human stem cells


US Senator Dianne Feinstein was today nominated by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to be chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence in the 111th Congress.

Senator Feinstein nominated by Senate Majority Leader to be chairman of Senate Intelligence Committee


The Ravens basketball teams continue to soar after their Third Division and Open teams trampled the Guyana Defence Force and East/West Fire teams Saturday night at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall as the Georgetown Amateur Basketball Association Open and Third Division leagues continued.


Anne Hathaway had the audacity to tell a reporter she would consider playing Kate Middleton if such an opportunity ever arose.

Anne Hathaway would consider playing Kate Middleton


Chandigarh Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee President Captain Amarinder Singh assured Panjab University students today that he would take up the Section 144 issue with the VC.

'Will take up Section 144 issue with VC'


Entertainment Weekly's Ausiello Files is reporting that Dexter star Julie Benz has signed on for a role in Desperate Housewives.

Julie Benz signs on for Desperate Housewives


London 2012 today published the first edition of its sustainability guidelines for corporate and public events, underlining its commitment to staging a sustainable Games in 2012.

London 2012 publishes sustainability guidelines for corporate and public events


Concern is growing for a man missing from Wellingborough, who has not been since August 28.

Concern grows for missing Wellingborough man


Mia Farrow testified on Monday that Naomi Campbell knew she was given 'blood diamond,' and that the gift was from Charles Taylor, on trial for brutal war crimes at The Hague.

Mia Farrow testifies Naomi Campbell knew she was given 'blood diamond'


Two men have been charged in connection with the deadly home invasion in Belleville.

Two men charged in connection with deadly home invasion


Ryanair said it will operate hand baggage only flights to and from Spain on Wednesday because of a 24-hour strike by Spanish workers.

Ryanair operating hand baggage only flights to Spain


Newcrest Mining Ltd has resumed production at its flagship Telfer gold mine in Western Australia after tropical cyclone Laurence passed over it without causing major damage.

Newcrest resumes production at Telfer after Laurence passes


A fox reportedly bit two students at Rocky Plains Elementary School while the students were outside, according to Newton County Animal Control Director Teri Key-Hoosen and Newton County School System officials.

Fox bites two students at Rocky Plains Elementary


National drug-store chain Walgreen said Wednesday it would buy New York City-based chain Duane Reade for $1.1 billion, giving Walgreen a large presence in the lucrative New York market.

Walgreen buying ny chain Duane Reade for $1.1 billion


Morgan Stanley has downgraded Indian energy major Reliance Industries to 'equal-weight' from 'overweight' and cut its target price on the stock to Rs 956 from Rs 1,206.

Morgan Stanley downgrades Reliance Industries


Mississippi has had 26 new human cases of West Nile Virus, the state Health Department reported today.

Mississippi has 26 new cases of West Nile Virus


The Motorola DROID 4 has recently received its DLNA certification which one, lets us know it has DLNA functionality but more importantly, it gives us another clue that a Verizon launch will soon be upon us.

Motorola DROID 4 receives DLNA certification --


The Black Sticks striker was advised against surgery by team doctor Tony Edwards and has taken on a rehab programme, which includes the therapy that uses sound waves to promote the healing of the tendon.


WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was granted bail Tuesday after seven days in a London jail.


Lars shows you how to program an ATtiny13 with the Adafruit USBtinyISP- To program the ATtiny13 or other AVR tiny microcontrollers I use the USBtinyISP.

How to - programming ATtiny13 with USBtinyISP


A South Korean medical team was set to depart for Haiti on Saturday to provide medical aid to the quake-stricken Caribbean nation, officials from the team said.

S. Korean team to depart for Haiti for medical aid


Please note that Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield is closed due to an incident and is likely to open later today.


The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund approved proposals that will lead to a major overhaul of the IMF quotas and governance, strengthening the Fund's legitimacy and effectiveness.

IMF approves proposals to lead to major overhaul of its quotas and governance


ALESSANDRO Del Piero has hinted that his contract situation with Sydney FC could be resolved soon but the superstar says his focus is solely on resurrecting the Sky Blues' ailing A-League campaign.

Del Piero's contract situation with Sydney FC could be resolved


THE Bulls are still on track to make Super 14 history by becoming the first South African team to win two Super Rugby titles, thanks to a magical try by Springbok wing Bryan Habana in the last minute for a 29-20 bonus point win against the Cheetahs on Saturday.


More than 60,000 pornographic websites were shut down by Chinese authorities last year.

More than 60,000 pornographic websites shut down by China


Baltimore County Police are investigating the death of a county worker who was plowing snow at a former golf course.

Police investigate death of worker plowing snow


Singapore share prices rose by 5.4 per cent on Tuesday, pushing the Straits Times Index up 89.25 points to close at 1,748.42.


SOUTH AFRICAN bonds were little changed in quiet early trade, amid a steady rand.


A man in Moreno Valley was charged with murder and child abuse after his toddler son was declared brain dead at a hospital.

Man charged with murder after toddler son declared brain dead


Lindsay Lohan was paid a paltry $100 per day for her role in the upcoming independent film The Canyons, and we've got the details for you right here on RadarOnline.com.

Lindsay Lohan was paid a paltry $100 per day for filming the Canyons


An implanted patch that delivers cells to damaged heart muscle may prevent heart failure after a heart attack, according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Basic Cardiovascular Sciences Conference 2008 --

Patch may prevent heart failure after heart attack


During the 10-week program, students will learn theater from the ground up, culminating in a production followed by a potluck dinner for family and friends.


New England manager Roy Hodgson has admitted he may need to grow a thicker skin to cope with the rigours of his role.


Snow rang in the new year in Kentucky, especially across the eastern half of the state, where weather forecasters were expecting as much as five to six inches along the Virginia border.


Crude oil prices slumped to $84 a barrel Monday as a stronger greenback made dollar-priced commodities less attractive to foreign buyers.


The new Android software called the Ice Cream Sandwich has just entered the smartphone battle royale.

Ice Cream Sandwich enters smartphone os battle


SUDAN tightened security on Monday with thousands of fans expected to fly in for a playoff between Egypt and Algeria that will settle the last of Africa's qualifying berths for next year's World Cup.


Biotechnology giant Amgen is selling the Japanese rights to up to 13 of its experimental drugs to Takeda Pharmaceutical of Japan in a deal that might bring Amgen more than $1 billion.

Amgen selling Japanese rights to some drugs


A man has pleaded guilty to first degree manslaughter as part of a plea deal in Delaware County.

Man pleads guilty to first degree manslaughter


The Weekend Get Out Guide is your source for what's going on where and how to take part -- or escape the crowds for parts unknown.


AN INQUEST heard how a Coventry grandad died after falling from a first floor window.

Coventry grandad 'died after falling from window'


NBA star player LeBron James engaged to his longtime girlfriend Savannah Brinson on Saturday night, Dec.31.

LeBron James engaged to his girlfriend Savannah Brinson


Mich. teens accused of taking school bus on joy ride arrested after going by driver's home

Mich. teens accused of taking bus on joy ride


The former Bratenahl police chief is suing the mayor, an investigator with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation and several members of the Police Department.

Former Bratenahl police chief sues Mayor


Dr Geevarghese Mar Osthathios, senior metropolitan of Malankara Orthodox Church, passed away at St Gregorios Mission Hospital, Parumala, in Pathanamthitta on Thursday.


``After many years of waiting, the 40G market is finally moving to a generalized deployment phase.

40G market moves to generalized deployment phase


European stocks tread water Updated: 05:00, Saturday December 15, 2012 Europe's main stock markets have ended narrowly mixed with upbeat Chinese data failing to dispel gloomy Japanese industrial sentiment and ongoing US fiscal cliff worries.


Jordan, America's sweetheart and the waitress from North Carolina, has won Big Brother 11 by a vote of 5-2, including America's vote.

Jordan wins 'Big Brother 11' in 5-2 vote


Just Shut Up And Drive is an Internet flash game for PC and notebook is a game of F1.


OMD has appointed Paul Elliott as head of digital to replace Lisa Giacosa who has left the role after three years to return to Europe.


Honolulu-based Sopogy is building a 50-megawatt solar power plant in Spain with two other companies.

Sopogy to build solar power plant in Spain


Formula One champion Sebastian Vettel has raised fears over tyre safety after being hit in the visor by a rubber bullet during practice in Malaysia.

F1 champ Sebastian Vettel raises fear over tyre safety


A Leavenworth man has pleaded guilty to producing child pornography, according to a news release from the US attorney's office.

Man pleads guilty to producing child pornography


Severe weather caused lots of damage in the southern part of the Ohio Valley Tuesday night.

Severe weather causes damage in southern part of the Valley


The International Monetary Fund stressed here Wednesday that concerns about geopolitical oil supply risks ``are again increasing''.

Concerns over geopolitical oil supply risks are again increasing --


Total construction work in Australia rose 1.9 per cent in the March quarter in chain volume terms.


Rep. Michele Bachmann became the latest presidential hopeful to meet with Orthodox Jewish leaders to discuss Jewish and Israel issues.

Presidential hopeful Michele Bachmann meets with Orthodox leaders


Two Beckley men were sentenced on drug charges in US District court Wednesday before Judge Irene C. Berger.


As the popular song has it, God, obviously bored with the day job, is now a DJ. But, we learned with some surprise today, Jesus was the first entrepreneur.


We already knew where we could buy it from, the minimum and recommended specs but now, now, we know Sonic Generations is coming to PC... / By Mat Growcott


To examine why gas prices are suddenly so high, join us for a Google+ Hangout at 3 pm PDT with Patrick DeHaan, senior petroleum analyst at the GasBuddy.com website, and Times energy editor Nancy Rivera Brooks.

Why gas prices are so high (Google+ Hangout)


A skier escaped with only minor injuries after triggering an avalanche in Big Cottonwood Canyon on Sunday, the Utah Avalanche Center reports.

Skier triggers Avalanche in Big Cottonwood Canyon


Labour Party leader Joseph Muscat called on youths to fight mediocrity which should not become the order of the day.

Muscat calls on youths to fight mediocrity


EastEnders star Nina Wadia has revealed that co-star Ricky Norwood helped her decide to leave the soap.

'EastEnders' Nina Wadia: 'Ricky Norwood helped me decide to leave'


AP Food Industry Writer Diet Pepsi is quietly changing its sweetener, with the goal of helping the soda maintain its taste longer.


LINCOLN, Neb. Nebraska coach Bo Pelini has confirmed the reorganization of his coaching staff, making Tim Beck his offensive coordinator and announcing four new assistants.

Pelini confirms reorganization of his staff


Bloomberg reported that Vedanta Resources Plc, controlled by billionaire Mr Anil Agarwal may soon restart a mothballed alumina refinery after a change in mining rules helps resume supply of raw materials to the plant.

Vedanta Resources to restart alumina refinery


Ten Tshwane municipal officials will be suspended for allegedly flouting the city``s procurement policies, a spokesman said.


Robert Joe Childs, a level 3 sex offender, has moved into Ballard, according to the King County Sheriff's Office.


A YOUNG man has died after falling from a Gold Coast high-rise apartment in the early hours of this morning.

Man dies after fall from Gold Coast apartment


WILMINGTON, Del. The Wilmington Library is selling 14 NC Wyeth illustrations painted for the 1920 publication of ''Robinson Crusoe'' to pay for a new roof, heating and air conditioning system and other repairs.

Wilmington library to sell Wyeth illustrations


Nebraska authorities have been searching for a 39-year-old Missouri fugitive.

Nebraska authorities search for Missouri fugitive


BJP patriarch LK Advani today had a ``candid'' interaction with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on recent developments in the wake of elevation of Narendra Modi as head of BJP's election campaign committee.

Advani has 'candid' interaction with Bhagwat


President of the Republic Karolos Papoulias announced on Monday that he has accepted the nomination for his re-election as President of Greece.

President Papoulias accepts nomination for re-election


Unsurprisingly, Pussy Riot were found guilty on charges of hooliganism today.


Greenwich resident and nationally syndicated cartoonist Tony DiPreta, shown here in 2008 at the Greenwich Senior Center, died Wednesday, June 2, at age 88.

Greenwich comic strip artist Tony DiPreta dies at 88


The US dollar is mostly lower, led by the euro.


Google's latest offering 'GooglePlus' is steadily gaining ground in the social networking space, so far dominated by Facebook, with the internet giant's social network attracting about 20 million visitors in the initial three weeks and nearly half of these visitors hailing from US and India.

Google Plus gaining ground in social networking


A Mason, Ohio high school teacher has been indicted on 16 counts of sexual battery and three counts of offenses involving underage persons.

Ohio teacher indicted on 16 counts of sexual battery


The public cannery at the Wythe County Technology Center is not closing.


President Barack Obama said Wednesday he wanted to ``begin work'' on immigration reform this year and that US officials would monitor a controversial new law in Arizona for civil rights implications.

Obama to 'begin work' on immigration reform this year


Ivory Coast militia leader Ibrahim Coulibaly has been killed by forces of new President Alassane Ouattara during a raid to dislodge his armed group from an Abidjan district, an official said.

Ivory Coast rebel leader Coulibaly killed


Germany promised on Friday to provide prefabricated houses for 1,800 homeless refugees in Georgia.

Germany to provide prefabricated houses for georgians


Stakeholders at the just ended 'Roundtable on Economic Transformation' have identified the major signposts for economic transformation.

Stakeholders identify signposts for Economic transformation


The Canadian government on Wednesday blamed Hamas for civilian casualties in Gaza, including 40 at a school bombarded by the Israeli military the previous day saying Hamas provoked the attack.

Canada blames Hamas for civilian casualties in Gaza


A 31-year-old American man has been arrested in Seattle, US, for allegedly forcing his 19-year-old pregnant girlfriend to sign an ``abuse contract'', which allowed him to attack her whenever he wanted.

Man arrested for forcing pregnant girlfriend to sign 'abuse contract'


Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi on Tuesday came out of retirement saying he is available for selection for the limited-over formats now that a new chairman is in charge of the Pakistan Cricket Board.


Residents of Nelson County on June 10 will vote on a proposed home rule charter that would enable the County Commission to implement a sales tax of up to a penny.

Nelson County to vote on home rule charter


weight loss solutions has started a new blog full of exciting new ways to lose weight and feel healthy.


A month after rolling out a beta test for its new metrics and verification product aimed at, in part, improving mobile ad measurement, Mpire is changing its name to AdXpose and says it has raised $3 million in a round led by Draper Fisher Jurvetson.

Mpire changes name to AdXpose, raises $3 million;


Delta Air Lines and US Airways announced an agreement to transfer to four airlines 12 percentof the takeoff and landing slots involved in a previously announced transaction between the carriers at New York's LaGuardia and Washington's Reagan National airports.

Delta Air Lines, US Airways announce agreement with four airlines


Toshiba has announced that it will launch a new 20 megapixel CMOS image sensor, the TCM5115CL, as the latest addition to its sensor line-up for digital still cameras.

Toshiba launches 20 megapixels image sensor


Google Inc is set to introduce on Tuesday a new web browser designed to more quickly handle video-rich or other complex web programs, posing a challenge to browsers designed originally to handle text and graphics.


ZigBee, the formal network, security, application-framework, and application-profile layer overlay on top of the 802.15.4 PHY and MAC layers used in low-power wireless mesh networks, is continually evolving with more applications being invented, according to a study.


The US Supreme Court on Thursday struck down the Stolen Valor Act, which made it a crime to lie about receiving military medals.

Supreme Court strikes down Stolen Valor Act...


This weekend, everyone's favorite fictional receptionist, Jenna Fischer of The Office, married actor and writer Lee Kirk in a private ceremony.


A Rossford principal was indicted Wednesday by a Wood County Grand Jury on several child porn charges.

Rossford principal indicted on child porn charges


Bond managers have largely dismissed Friday's highly-anticipated European bank stress tests as a non-event, with the markets similarly showing a muted response in early trading.

Bond managers dismiss stress tests as 'non-event'


Sean ``Diddy'' Combs hired an etiquette coach to teach his Bad Boy Records staff how to hold wine glasses and chopsticks, among other social niceties, the New York Post reported Thursday.


Ukraine is ready to take an active part in restoring the territorial integrity of Georgia, UNIAN Ukrainian news agency reports.

Ukraine ready to restore territorial integrity of Georgia


Twisha K Prasad completed a memorable double by retaining the Junior girls' Kayak-1 500-metre title while Betty Joseph pocketed her second gold on the third of the 22nd National Kayaking and Canoeing championships at the Ulsoor Lake here on Friday.


Team Ireland's Fionnuala Britton failed to make the finals of women's 5,000m despite running a personal best of 15:12.97 in her heat.

Ireland's Fionnuala Britton fails to make final


India and Pakistan were tantalisingly close to an agreement on Kashmir and other contentious issues between the two countries when President President Pervez Musharraf was in power.

India and pak were close to an agreement on Kashmir:


The Swiss sun-powered aircraft Solar Impulse took off for Morocco on its first intercontinental flight attempt without using a drop of fuel.

Solar Impulse takes off on first intercontinental flight


Oil prices have plunged more than $US4, extending this week's spectacular losses after a surprise jump in crude reserves in the United States.


Pacquiao won by a unanimous decision over Margarito and snatching the Mexican's WBC super welterweight belt in the 12-round fight at the packed Cowboys Stadium.

Manny Pacquiao wins over Antonio Margarito


The United States widened its definition of rape on Friday to include for the first time assaults on men and those in which a victim is incapacitated by drugs or alcohol.


TV on the Radio have announced a short UK tour, which will take place in November.


ESPN is just now reporting that the NFL will announce a lockout tonight, possibly meaning that there will be no football for the 11-12 season.


Housing construction dropped in February as winter blizzards held down activity in the Northeast and Midwest, the Commerce Department said Tuesday.


Systemair is continuing its investment in Southeast Asia and starts a sales company in Taiwan.

Systemair starts a sales company in Taiwan


China will have to import grain to meet its domestic needs in the near future, which will mark the end of the country's self-sufficient policy on grain products, Caijing.com.cn reported Wednesday, citing a Standard Chartered report.

China to import grain to meet domestic needs:


AP Nov 10, 2010 09:31:40 AM Romania and Syria have signed a treaty allowing the transfer of people convicted to prison, but have fallen short of signing an extradition accord.

Romania and Syria sign treaty to transfer convicts, fall short of signing extradition accord


Longtime federal judge G. Wix Unthank has died in Harlan.


Net mortgage lending fell to -£73m in May as mortgage repayments outstripped gross mortgage lending, according to the British Bankers' Authority's latest figures.

Net mortgage lending falls to -£73m in May


Czech President Vaclav Klaus sharply criticised stricter financial supervision in the EU during his visit to Brussels yesterday.

Klaus criticises stricter financial supervision within EU


Today, Occupy Minnesota protesters will call for a stop to police attacks on their counterparts across the country.

Occupy protesters call for stop to police attacks


The rand was a tad stronger against the dollar in noon trade, having pulled off its overnight lows.


Main Street El Dorado board of directors reflected on a successful year for the program as board members worked through their last regular meeting of 2008 on Tuesday.

Main Street board of directors reflects on successful year


update PayPal has launched a mobile credit card reader in the Australia and Hong Kong markets and will extend the service to other parts of the region in future, says company executive, who believes the service will help boost small businesses in region.

PayPal launches credit card reader in Australia, Hong Kong


Luxury sports-car producer Aston Martin formally opened its first dealership in Croatia on Wednesday.

Aston Martin opens first dealership in Croatia


English rocker Roger Daltrey, 64, has vowed to lead his generation in the war against ageism.

Roger Daltrey to lead his generation in the war against ageism


On National Census Day, April 1, 2010, Census Bureau Director Robert Groves will speak at a National Press Club luncheon to discuss the progress of the Census Bureau's constitutionally mandated task of conducting a once-a-decade headcount.

Census Bureau director Robert Groves speaks to National Press Club


The Seahawks acquired tight end Kellen Winslow from the Buccaneers on Monday.

Seahawks acquire tight end Winslow from Buccaneers


A severe storm system packing winds as high as 80 miles-per-hour has left millions without power.

Severe storm leaves millions without power


But, what is childhood schizophrenia and what can you look forward to?


Darren Clarke leads the Scottish Open by three shots at the halfway stage after overcoming treacherous conditions at Loch Lomond on Friday.


Alsbridge Inc. provides outsourcing, shared services and benchmarking consultation that concentrate on providing sustainable sourcing solutions for client companies.

Outsourcing, shared services and benchmarking consultation


The Black Sea based CIS steel export market remained bearish during the week with the outlook being not optimistic at all.

Black Sea based CIS steel export remains bearish


A male high school student in Mississippi says he was sent home for dressing like a girl and now some female students are dressing like boys to protest.

Male student sent home after dressing as girl


A New Brunswick man is taking Via Rail to court for cutting in half the service on its main Maritime route, saying the company is violating federal policy to advance economic growth in rural and urban areas.

New Brunswick man takes Via Rail to court over cuts to Maritime route


Cross Technology Srl has chosen the CleanTech exhibition in Tel-Aviv, Israel, to unveil its new water treatment technology:

Cross Technology unveils new water treatment Technology


A St. Clair Shores man faces child pornography charges after police worked with the Department of Homeland Security to arrest him.


A Wagner woman has been sentenced to 22 years behind bars for her role in the death of a two year old girl.


BAE Systems officials announced it will lay off about 475 contractors hired temporarily by the company to support a spike in Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle production at their facility in West Chester Twp.


BATHURST MP Paul Toole is a firm believer that CCTV cameras in certain parts of the city go a long way to helping reduce crime and anti-social behaviour.

Toole is a firm believer CCTV help fight crime


Elena Dementieva thrashed Serena Williams in the Sydney International final.

Elena Dementieva thrashes Serena Williams


Qatar is to launch a second state satellite television channel soon, according to local media reports.

Qatar to launch second satellite channel


The Australian market ended in negative territory on Tuesday dragged down by metal and mining stocks, but well off the day's low.

Australian market ends in negative territory;


A Gainesville man is under arrest facing multiple drug charges Friday in Stephens County.

Gainesville man faces drug charges in Stephens County


A Camp Hill man is facing charges after reportedly locking a 5-year-old child alone in a motel room.

Man charged after locking child in motel room


The largest residential solar array for Indiana and Illinois has been installed.


Despite all the difficulties, Serbia is a key player in the region and its role will increasingly come to the fore, says French Ambassador Jean-Francois Terral.


A female elephant and her one-year-old calf were electrocuted near Dimna lake near here on Monday, a senior Forest officer said.


Something stinks in Wisconsin, and it's not the cheese.


In a written reply to the House, Minister of State for External Affairs E. Ahmad said: ``India is committed to resolving all outstanding issues with Pakistan through dialogue in the interest of peace and prosperity of our people,'' The Dawn reports.

'India is committed to resolving all outstanding issues with Pakistan'


North Korea said Friday it had detained an American citizen who had confessed to unspecified crimes.

North Korea says it has detained a US citizen


LNE Group, a Cleveland-based lobbying and advocacy group, is opening offices in Los Angeles and Berlin, Germany.

LNE Group opening offices in Los Angeles, Berlin


Phil Mickelson won The Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta but, with his second place finish, Tiger Woods secured victory in the FedEx Cup and picked up the $10 million first prize.

Phil Mickelson wins the Tour Championship


The Department of Economic Development in Abu Dhabi launched today five economic and social development indicators, which unveiled the trends in key areas including consumer confidence, the family conditions among nationals, confidence in the business climate, the performance of the financial sector and demand curves in the local market.

Department of Economic development launches five development indicators


Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. said Thursday that fourth-quarter earnings tumbled 98 percent, missing Wall Street's expectations and reflecting a sharp drop in cruise bookings, higher-than-expected fuel costs and unfavorable foreign exchange rates.

Royal Caribbean Cruises earnings tumble 98 percent


Tottenham midfielder Rafael van der Vaart hopes to return from a hamstring injury ahead of schedule and has targeted a comeback in his club's Premier League match against Liverpool next weekend.

Van der Vaart hopes to return ahead of schedule


Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin presented condolences to Chinese Vice-President Xi Jinping in Moscow on Tuesday in connection with the killing of eight children in Nanping, China' s Fujian.


he has been facing bankruptcy after profits plunged at his international restaurant chain.


A charity pie sale in Minneapolis is serving up more than slices of apple pie: hope and change are also on the menu.


The Bucknell baseball team swept the Patriot League weekly awards on Monday as Bob Donato was named Player of the Week, Jack Boehm was recognized as Pitcher of the Week and Colby Vanderbeck earned Rookie of the Week honors.

Bucknell baseball sweeps Patriot League weekly awards


The City of Coralville will host a blood drive at the City Hall Council Chambers on Friday.


US Sen. Mark Pryor of Arkansas says Rep. Anthony Weiner of New York should resign following his Twitter scandal.

Mark Pryor, mike ross say Rep. Weiner should resign


More than 2.1 million drop-side cribs by Stork Craft Manufacturing are being recalled, the biggest crib recall in US history, following reports of four infant suffocations.

More than 2.1 million cribs being recalled


Three taxis were set alight in Umlazi on Thursday morning, KwaZulu-Natal metro police said.


St Helens have suspended half-back Kyle Eastmond following an incident of alleged 'serious misconduct,' Saints are yet to elaborate.


LeTourneau University announces the release of the latest version of their free iPhone app, available for download from the iTunes App Store.

LeTourneau University announces release of latest iPhone app


China Unicom and Telefonica, one of the world's largest telecommunications companies by market cap, have strengthened strategic alliance and have agreed on a new mutual investment.

China Unicom and Telefonica strengthen strategic alliance


With his recent visit to the Schenectady County Community College, US Senator Charles E. Schumer completed his 62 County tour of New York for the 12th year in a row a feat that makes him the first New York state public official to visit every single county in New York every year he has been in office.

Schumer completes 62-County tour for 12th year in a row


A British oil worker has died in Azerbaijan.


After three months of estrangement and therapy, Tiger Woods' wife Elin Nordegren has agreed to move back in with the serial cheater, RadarOnline reported today.


On Monday, Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels, Councilmember Nick Licata, and Police Chief Gil Kerlikowske unveiled the city's new ``speed van'' at Gatewood Elementary School in southwest Seattle.


A hillwalker who died after slipping from a path on Ben Nevis into a nearby river gully has been named by police.

Hillwalker who died after slipping from a path on Ben Nevis named by police


The mayor of Mexico City says the swine flu outbreak seems to be stabilizing, with one more death since he spoke last.

Swine flu outbreak seems to be stabilizing:


Additionally, third baseman Adrian Beltre declined his player option for the 2011 season.

Third baseman Adrian Beltre declines player option


Seattle Mariners first baseman Russell Branyan is still experiencing pain in his lower back and may not play again this season.

Mariners first baseman Russell Branyan may not play again this season


Clinical Pastoral Education is an exciting new spiritually focused training program beginning in September at Danbury Hospital.

Clinical Pastoral Education program begins at Danbury Hospital


THE director of the Department of Meteorology said he has no knowledge of claims of low morale at the Meteorological Office due to ``micro-managing'' from senior officials.

Director has 'no knowledge' of low morale at Met Office


Burmese human rights campaigner Aung San Suu Kyi is mobbed by supporters in Thailand on the first stage of her first foreigh trip for 24 years.

Aung San Suu Kyi mobbed by supporters in Thailand


By Allison Walker, Entertainment Reporter/Anchor For the first time ever, Universal let us into their haunted houses early.

Universal lets us into haunted houses early


Indian sugar futures eased on Thursday in light volume on expectations the government may raise supplies, but spot prices held firm ahead of a three-day weekend.

Indian sugar futures ease but spot holds firm


City officials Friday celebrated the opening of the new redesigned Verizon Plus store in Long Beach.

Officials celebrate opening of redesigned Verizon store


President Obama on Friday dunked senior staff members Robert Gibbs, Rahm Emanuel and Peter Orszag at the White House Congressional Picnic.


The First TransPennine Express franchise has been extended to 1 April 2015, it was announced this morning.

First TransPennine Express franchise extended


Borel, the filly's jockey, said Rachel Alexandra could handle the mile-and-a-half Belmont, the longest of the Triple Crown races, should her connections decide to run her on June 6.


The drug rt-PA may prevent infection in kidney dialysis patients, according to a new study.

Drug prevents infections in dialysis patients


Royal Dutch Shell says it has shut down production at a Nigerian oil field that produces about 200,000 barrels per day after a militant attack.

Shell shuts down Nigerian oil field after attack


Chester town police have stopped a car whose driver brandished a gun minutes ago, according to Orange County radio transmissions.

Chester town police stop car after driver brandished gun


At 0712 GMT today, Green Dragon crossed the finish line in Cape Town.


Alabama All-American linebacker Rolando McClain says he is skipping his senior season to enter the NFL draft.


Federal officials have announced that Illinois Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. was ``Candidate #5'' in the Rod Blagojevich corruption case, in which the Illinois governor attempted to auction Barack Obama's vacated Senate seat.

Jesse Jackson Jr. was ``Candidate 5'' in Blagojevich case


Six Zimbabwean activists arrested at a public debate on the Egyptian uprising were found guilty by a court in Harare yesterday of inciting public violence, notes a report on the News24 site.

Zimbabwe activists guilty of inciting violence


Priyanka Chopra to dub for the upcoming Hollywood movie 'Planes' by Disney.


The No. 25 Columbia College men's basketball team defeated William Woods University, 63-56, in Fulton.

Columbia College men's basketball defeats William Woods, 63-56


A 15.4 million USD project to improve urban environment in the central province of Quang Ngai started in Tu Nghia District on Oct. 4.

Project to improve urban environment in Quang Ngai starts


Actress Amanda Bynes, who has been involved in several accidents during the last year, had her license suspended by the DMV in California.


New Delhi, Aug 8 Dimple Yadav, the wife of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, Wednesday took oath as a Lok Sabha member from Kannauj.

Dimple Yadav takes oath as Lok Sabha member


ABG Shipyard has target of Rs 414-415 in the short term, says Sudarshan Sukhani of s2analytics.com.


Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik, who is on an official visit to the United Kingdom, met Conservative Party Chairperson Baroness Sayeeda Warsi over a working breakfast at White Hall Thursday.

Rehman Malik meets Baroness Sayeeda Warsi


It's not enough to simply say that today's American sports culture is out of bounds.

Today's American sports culture is out of bounds


NetQin Mobile Inc. NQ and Brightstar claimed on September 20 that they had reached a cooperation agreement, and Brightstar will promote NetQin's mobile security solutions.

NetQin and Brightstar to promote mobile security solutions


Update Monday 10:10am - Police say that a 25-year-old pregnant woman and her unborn child died in a car crash last night, in which three other woman were injured, including the driver of the vehicle, a 24-year-old woman, who has been arrested on suspicion of DUI and causing death by dangerous driving.


The Asian Tour has announced a strong 2010 Schedule with a minimum of 28 tournaments which will include no fewer than five new events, officials said today.


Bill Buckner, former Red Sox first baseman is coming back to the Boston area to manage a baseball team.

Bill Buckner is coming back to Boston to manage a baseball team


McClatchy, the struggling newspaper chain that made an ill-fated purchase of Knight Ridder in 2006, has just sent out a memo announcing that it is freezing employee wages across the entire company for the next year.


Heavy-equipment maker Caterpillar Inc. says it is considering selling off part of its logistics subsidiary, so it can focus on its core business.

Caterpillar may sell part of logistics subsidiary


Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf leader Javed Hashmi, while speaking to the media in Multan, said that President Asif Ali Zardari will be responsible if anything bad happens to Balochistan.

Zardari responsible if anything bad happens to Balochistan:


Actor Christian Bale has revealed that he once accidentally chopped off the top of one of his fingers and was far from feeling any pain.

Christian Bale accidentally chopped off a finger!


Motorola has shown off three new Android smartphones one for each of China's three mobile networks.

Motorola shows off three new Android smartphones


LIN TV Corp. announced Tuesday that this fall, it will carry Bounce TV in five markets, including Indianapolis, Hartford/New Haven, Norfolk, Dayton and Mobile/Pensacola.


SpringSource, a division of VMware, Inc. and the leader in Java application infrastructure and management, today unveiled a new website, TomcatExpert.com, a professionally managed Apache Tomcat resource library and community.


Government debt consolidation loans do require a reality check today as there are many misconceptions concerning government debt consolidation loans.

Government debt consolidation loans reality check


Telenity, a leading provider of next generation converged services platforms and applications for communications networks, announced today a new suite of integrated personalized call management services enabling communications between different environments including voice call, voice mail, missed call, video call, video mail and messaging services.

Telenity announces a new suite of personalized call management services


Sachin Tendulkar turns 39 tomorrow but no big celebrations have been planned so far by the batting icon or his Mumbai Indians team-mates though his die-hard fans have made elaborate plans to observe the day in a big way.

Tendulkar turns 39 tomorrow, no big celebrations planned


Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi wants veteran midfielder David Beckham to stay next season, describing him as ``fantastic on and off the pitch.''

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi wants David Beckham to stay on next season


A CTA bus driver was attacked with a stun gun while behind the wheel in the Austin neighborhood.

CTA bus driver attacked with stun gun behind the wheel


Company officials have released the name of the worker killed in a gas leak Thursday in Guernsey County.

Officials release name of worker killed by gas leak


Four Asean leaders would miss the opening ceremony of the 15th Asean Summit in Cha Am/Hua Hin scheduled on Friday because they are busy with internal matters.


LORD Professor Robert Winston took time out of his schedule this week to give students in East Acton a quick science lesson.

Lord Professor Robert Winston gives students a science lesson


A PRISONER has absconded from Sudbury prison after attending a work placement in Derby yesterday.


At least, he's one of the many California homeowners who' overpaid for his home.


The Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) board of directors has elected Thomas J. Falk, Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, to its board, effective tomorrow.

Lockheed Martin elects Thomas J. Falk to board...


A Palestinian prisoner, who was serving a life sentence in an Israeli jail, died of throat cancer on Tuesday, the head of the Prisoners Club said.

Palestinian prisoner serving life dies of cancer


House insurance policyholders should check whether their chimneys and fireplaces are in good working order.

House insurance policyholders 'should check fireplaces'


Three consecutive playoff appearances have earned Philadelphia Flyers coach Peter Laviolette a multiyear contract extension.

Philadelphia Flyers sign coach Peter Laviolette to contract extension


Pep Guardiola has told David Villa that Barcelona will wait for him and will not seek to sign a new striker while talks at boardroom level continue with Valencia, according to a report.


Liverpool face a stiff challenge to break back into the top four of the English Premier League, Dirk Kuyt admitted on Sunday, while singling out big-money signing Stewart Downing for praise.


Fortuna Energy used deceptive and misleading tactics in negotiating natural gas drilling rights with landowners, according to a recent investigation by the state Attorney General's Office.


Fijian scrum-half Niko Matawalu has signed a new two-year deal with Glasgow Warriors.

Niko Matawalu signs new deal with Glasgow Warriors


A Missoula County jail inmate accused of attempting to stab a detention officer in the neck with a pencil faces a felony assault charge.

Missoula jail inmate accused of attempting to stab officer


North Korea has launched a long-range rocket, but reports suggest that the missile fell apart not long after launch.


More than half of all UK motorists have been victims of car crime, according to new research.


Folks were on hand at Howard Elmer Park on Friday to help celebrate Arbor Day, which included Sayre being named a Tree City USA.


The RiverRun International Film Festival on Tuesday unveiled a competition lineup for its 13th edition that's filled with winners and favorites from festivals around the world.

RiverRun International Film Festival unveils competition lineup


Authorities say a traffic stop led to a big drug bust in one Tri-Counties city over the weekend.


Health insurer and employee benefits provider BHSF has launched a group life assurance plan for small and medium-sized enterprises.

BHSF to launch group life assurance plan


Mumbai, Mar 17 Shares gifted by the promoter of a listed company to a brother without monetary considerations would not trigger any open offer obligations for the new owner of equity, Sebi has said.

Shares gifted to brother not to trigger open offer:


Two armed robbers were critically wounded in a shootout with police in Newcastle in the early hours of this morning, police said.


As top saxophonists and jazz performers from across Europe, North America, and Africa prepare to hit Lagos for the third edition of Mike Aremuâ€™s Sax Appeal this weekend, the lingering question on the minds of the anticipating Lagos crowd is: who among the several acts billed for the night will win the battle of the sax on the big night.


The Australian market ended Thursday's trading session in positive territory with modest gains, despite weak cues from Wall Street where the major averages ended in negative territory amid profit taking despite better than expected economic reports and the passage of the tax bill by the Senate.

Australian market ends in positive territory


by CBS4 Newsroom The Red Cross will be distributing cleanup kits to residents that have been impacted by flooding.


Nelson Mandela is in good spirits and ``making steady progress'' in hospital in South Africa, according to officials.

Nelson Mandela 'making steady progress' in hospital


Federal and state officials and the attorney for the Maine Civil Liberties Union will be available to deal with election fraud claims.

Federal and state officials available to deal with election fraud claims


Kenyan operator Safaricom announced it will carry out M-Pesa maintenance work on 11 June from 10 pm.

Safaricom to carry out M-Pesa maintenance


The commander of coalition forces in western Iraq Monday said Al Qaeda may be changing its tactics and planning a large scale attack in Iraq.


Analysts from on of the world's largest banks - American JPMorgan - believe that the upcoming OPEC meeting in September will not change the quota for oil production.

OPEC not to change quotas for oil production:


A rural Bloomfield woman was jailed Thursday on a warrant that was issued after she failed to show up for a change-of-plea hearing on a drug dealing case more than a year ago.

Rural Bloomfield woman jailed after failing to show for a hearing more than a year ago


Switzerland-based financial services group UBS has decided to quit Indian banking business, following a re-evaluation of business strategy in the wake of new regulations and stringent capital rules.


The NDA, if it comes to power at the Centre, will not hesitate to conduct a nuclear test if need arises, senior BJP leader Yashwant Sinha on Sunday said.

NDA will conduct nuclear test if need arises:


Finnish S-Pankki has agreed to buy financial group FIM to expand in asset management, the company said.

Finland's S-Pankki to buy financial group FIM


Rihanna finds it hard to hide the fact she still loves Chris Brown.


Wall St. Watchdog reveals information about companies for which stock analysts either upgraded or downgraded the shares on September 23rd.


On Wednesday night September 14 th at the Beautiful Robert Treat Hotel in Newark, Gulfstream Boxing and Gabe LaConte will present a night of world class boxing that has just been enhanced by the announcement that ``Irish'' Micky Ward and former Heavyweight champion ``Merciless'' Ray Mercer will be special guests in attendance.

Micky Ward and Ray Mercer to be special guests in ...


A puppy was rescued by emergency workers after a deck collapsed at a home on Springbrook Road, officials said this morning.

Puppy rescued after ramapo deck collapse


The Congress Friday said it respected the Supreme Court order dismissing the plea of 1993 Delhi bomb blast convict Devender Pal Singh Bhullar, challenging the rejection of his mercy plea by the president.


Interior Minister Rehman Malik on Thursday categorically denied that he had written any letter to former president Gen Pervez Musharraf and said he will have to face cases on return.

Malik denies writing letter to Musharraf


Quality residential developments in Dubai bounced back during Q2 2012 after a stable Q1, reports Asteco.

'Quality' developments in Dubai bounce back


Reliance Broadcast Network has announced its proposal to acquire Imagine Showbiz Ltd, through a buy-out from Cinestar Advertising Pvt Ltd. This proposed acquisition by RBNL will include a 100% purchase of ISL's shareholding, along with other assets including Intellectual Property rights, Vast music library, Rich Bollywood content, High end technical expertise - including top of the line studios and equipment and Well spread distribution network.

Reliance Broadcast network to acquire Imagine Showbiz Ltd.


Elton John revealed today that he has helped rapper Eminem with his drug problem but said he would only help people who wanted him to.

Elton John helps Eminem with drug problem


Carla Bruni ``highly intimate'' nude photos and videos were stolen from the French first lady's home.


The judge in the Colorado movie theater shooting entered a not guilty plea on behalf of James Holmes after his defense team said he was not ready to enter a plea.

Judge enters not guilty plea for James Holmes


As many as 18 Explosive Detection System equipments are being installed at all the major airports to further beef up existing security arrangements.

Eds equipment being installed at airports


Developers Diversified Realty Corp. has refinanced its existing $550 million senior secured term loan, scheduled to mature on Feb. 20, 2012, with a new $500 million senior secured term loan arranged by KeyBanc Capital Markets and JP Morgan Securities LLC.

Developers Diversified Realty refinances senior secured term loan


President Jacob Zuma says the ANC will take urgent and practical steps to restore core values in the party.


Amnesty International USA brings its national tour of a life-size Guantanamo prison cell replica to St. Louis, MO, beginning Friday, October 24 until Sunday, October 26.

Amnesty International USA brings Guantanamo cell replica to St. Louis


GREAT FALLS, Mont. A Great Falls man accused of stealing valuable documents from a library at a Washington state university to sell on the Internet has pleaded guilty in the case.

Man accused of stealing from library pleads guilty


SESG), announces that its new ASTRA 3B satellite has been successfully launched.

ASTRA 3B satellite successfully launched


SIA asks pilots to take unpaid leave Updated: 22:03, Saturday January 5, 2013 Singapore Airlines has asked its captains to volunteer for unpaid leave amid a global economic slowdown that has dented long-haul travel demand, the airline says.


Harry Potter author JK Rowling is planning to build Hagrid's hut in her own garden.

JK Rowling to build hagrid`s hut in garden


Fans flock to a courtroom in Milan to see George Clooney testify at a fraud trial.


The president of Haiti says he thinks thousands of people are dead from yesterday's powerful quake.


Allen Iverson's second stint with the team he once led to the NBA Finals ended yesterday when the Sixers announced he would not return for the rest of the season.

Iverson will not return to 76ers rest of season


With the US heatwave ongoing and many major cities experiencing temperature in triple digits, a doctor explains what heat exhaustion looks like.


A 35-year-old Tyler, Texas man has pleaded guilty to federal firearms violations in the Eastern District of Texas announced US Attorney John M. Bales.

Tyler man pleads guilty to firearm violations


Britain raised its terror threat level from``substantial'' to ``severe'' on Friday, meaning a terrorist attackis considered highly likely.

Uk raises its terror threat level to `severe'


China agreed to discuss possible new sanctions against Iran for the first time during talks with key nations trying to get the Iranians to return to negotiations on the country's nuclear program, Britain's UN ambassador said Wednesday.


Butterfly star Pia Zadora has been arrested on suspicion of domestic battery and coercion following an apparent dispute at her home.

'Butterfly' star Pia Zadora arrested on suspicion of domestic battery


Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen have called off their engagement, citing work commitments for the split.

Rachel Bilson & Hayden Christensen call off engagement


South Florida wages had their largest growth in three years, according to the fourth quarter PayScale Index.

South Florida wages have largest growth in three years


Pakistani police defused a bomb on a passenger train in the country's northwest yesterday, officials said, hours after a blast at a station in the eastern city of Lahore killed two people.


A Colorado man who abandoned his dog during a hike on a mountain has agreed to give the dog to one of her rescuers as part of a plea deal.

Man who abandoned dog on mountain agrees to give her up


On the occasion of the 130th anniversary from the Liberation from Turkish slavery the Bulgarian government and the President signed a new Russian this time energy slavery for the next half a century, Movement for Rights and Freedoms member and member of the Economic Policy Committee in the Parliament Neno Dimov said for FOCUS News Agency.

Bulgaria signed Russian energy slavery for next half a century:


For the first time ever, West Bengal and Odisha will hold a two-day long joint coastal security exercise from Sunday.

Bengal and Odisha to hold coastal exercise


On the second day of the Dubai Airshow, Airbus has got a contract to supply 50 A320neo aircraft to the Kuwait-based Alafco finance company.

Airbus gets contract of 50 A320neo aircrafts


Police in Pasadena, California say they've arrested a 911 caller whose false crime report led officers to shoot and kill a 19-year-old college student they thought was a robbery suspect.


A storage barn catches fire in the Jefferson County village of West Carthage.


Israel and the Palestinians will resume long-stalled direct peace talks in Washington early next month with the aim of reaching a settlement in a year's time, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says.

Israel, Palestinians to resume peace talks


5 businesses in the metro were busted this week for failing an alcohol compliance check.

Businesses busted in alcohol compliance check


In recognition of this increasing trend, Muller Martini has launched MMServices, a productivity-focused operational improvement experience that can help customers:


England and Sale's Andrew Sheridan, says he is raring to go ahead of the new Premiership season.


Three electrical permits were issued in the Village of Colon during the last quarter of 2011.


Kate Gosselin and Sarah Palin will storm Alaska together with the kids for their reality TV show.

Kate Gosselin & Sarah Palin storm Alaska?


Oil prices sank below $48 a barrel in London where world leaders were gathering for a G20 economic summit to seek a way out of the sharp global downturn.


Ronnie O'sullivan admits supremo Barry Hearn has told him to commit to snooker in a week when the game stands at the crossroads.

Ronnie O'Sullivan told to commit to snooker


Futures traders increased bets that the euro will decline against the US dollar to a record level on concern budget deficits in Greece and other European nations will hamper the regionâ??s economic growth.

Futures traders increase bets euro will decline to a record


The City of Vinton has yet to feel the true impact of the national recession.


He is charged with false imprisonment, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault, and criminal damage after an altercation occurred at a flat in Carmeen Drive in the town on Saturday.


Horizon Bank of Bellingham, which has struggled for more than a year under a crushing weight of bad real estate loans, was closed by state regulators Friday evening -- the first US bank to fail in 2010, though undoubtedly not the last.


Authorities are investigating an incident at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida on Monday evening.

Authorities investigate incident at MacDill Air Force base in Florida


Baltimore Ravens linebacker Rolando McClain is retiring from the NFL at the age of 23, Ravens General Manager Ozzie Newsome said on Wednesday.


The seasonally adjusted annual rate of Canadian housing starts was 181,900 units in February, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp..


As bad as the housing crisis is in the United States, national housing and neighborhood activists expect it to get far worse.


Qatar News Agency) Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has called an emergency meeting to discuss the increasing energy crisis in the country, DawnNews reported.

Pakistani President Zardari calls emergency meeting over energy crisis


The Kenyan police force is training about 500 Administration Police officers in preparation for the 2013 general elections, Commandant Kinuthia Mbugua said at the Seventh Annual Commanders' Conference in Mombasa on Sunday.

Kenya trains police in preparation for 2013 election


FNB Connect today announced that it will be offering its ADSL customers free access to YouTube.


Philippine police launched a new anti-kidnapping force Tuesday to deal with a long-standing scourge by criminal gangs and militants that authorities say has been eased by crackdowns but anti-crime advocates continue to regard with alarm.

Philippines launches new anti-kidnapping force


A Fargo man has pleaded guilty to a felony child abuse charge for incidents that left his 3-month-old son with multiple skull fractures and broken ribs.


A fire possibly caused by welding activity destroyed a double-wide mobile home near Neches over the weekend.


The Cincinnati Reds won another series on Wednesday afternoon by defeating the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 in Milwaukee.

Cincinnati Reds defeat Milwaukee Brewers


A study from the Harvard Business Review finds that 10% of Twitter users account for more than 90% of the messages sent over the microblogging service.

Study: 10% of Twitter users account for 90% of messages


Dundee Stars moved off the bottom of the league for the first time in two months after picking up an extra point in their double header against Newcastle Vipers on Saturday.


Perdue and Dr. Jeff Engel got their flu shots in front of cameras Monday on the Dorothea Dix Hospital campus in Raleigh to raise awareness about the seasonal flu vaccine.

Perdue, state health director get flu shots


The cost of youth crime in Britain has risen sharply to £1.2bn a year due to more youngsters being imprisoned, according to a report by the Prince's Trust and RBS.

Cost of youth crime rises to £1.2bn a year


Skokie police officers went undercover as Edwardo's pizza delivery men before arresting a Chicago resident for forgery after he allegedly ordered a pizza and other food Jan. 8 using a credit card account that was not his own.

Skokie police go undercover as pizza delivery men


And once again, the Judicial Standards and Accountability Bill - that promises to clean up the higher judiciary of the country - is back to the drawing board.

Judicial Accountability bill back to the drawing board


Auto company Tata Motors today appointed Cyrus Mistry, deputy chairman of Tata Sons, as the chairman of the board with effect from December 28.

Tata Motors appoints Cyrus Mistry as chairman


The US presidential race gathered steam on Saturday as candidates promised fresh initiatives to bolster the lackluster economy ahead of a new round of primaries in the blue-collar state of Michigan.


Doncaster chairman John Ryan wants manager Sean O'Driscoll to stay at the club after he emerged as a contender for the Burnley job.


Today, T-Mobile USA announced the company's endorsement of Referendum 74 by donating to, and supporting the efforts of, Washington United for Marriage, the broad, bipartisan statewide coalition working to defend the state's marriage law.

T-Mobile USA announces endorsement of Referendum 74


First-place Chivas USA will hold its third 'Practice in the Community' of 2009 at Moreno Valley Community Park this Sunday, June 7 at 10:00 am The event will include a training session of Chivas USA's first-team squad, followed by an opportunity for fans to take photos, get autographs and meet players.


China has successfully tested a missile interception technology, a week after the US agreed to sell an anti-missile system to Taiwan.

China tests missile interception technology


After operating for two weeks with 50 percent of its power generation capacity, the Bushehr nuclear power plant was temporarily disconnected on Sunday from the national grid to undergo technical checks and tests.

Bushehr power plant disconnected to undergo technical checks


US is rushing to place more spy drones over Afghanistan for hunting terrorist commanders and protecting allied forces as the Unmanned Surveillance planes are proving ``most critical'' in the war against terrorism.

Us rushing more spy drones to Afghanistan:


``India offers a very large and promising market to Oman and the joint investment fund signed between the two governments will help both our nations to guarantee capital for investment projects,'' said Macki at a meeting organised by industry lobby Confederation of Indian Industry.


``We are very tolerant. All who visit Armenia note our tolerance. I sometimes wonder how many days we should wait to seem absolutely patient. No power would tolerate illegal rallies. Our patience has been exhausted,'' Mr Kocharian said.


Within 24 hours of his creating a political storm in BJP and NDA circles, LK Advani withdrew his resignation from three important party posts.


A global children's aid agency warned yesterday that Syrian children are being ``badly traumatised'' after witnessing killings, torture and other atrocities in their country's brutal conflict.

Children 'badly traumatised after witnessing atrocities'


After stopping at about 3:20 am today to help a motorist, a Colorado State Patrol trooper was assaulted by a Fort Collins man on Intestate 25 about 14 miles south of the Colorado/Wyoming border.


Air Canada, Canada's largest airline founded in 1936, reported a net income for 2010 of $107 million and posted its first profit since 2007.

Air Canada reports first profit since 2007


Despite beating her face to a pulp for the entire world to see, Rihanna and Chris Brown might be back together.


Major currencies traded in a narrow range with an upward bias against the dollar during the Asian session, to offset a part of its losses against the greenback, where the dollar index traded between the lowest of 80.22 and highest of 80.40 which is near the levels at which started trading from.

Major currencies offset part of the losses against the dollar


First Community Bancshares and TriStone Community Bank have signed a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which First Community will acquire TriStone, the Winston-Salem, North Carolina-based bank, in a transaction valued at approximately $10m.

First Community Bancshares and TriStone sign definitive merger agreement


Investigators on Fort Drum are searching for a suspect in connection with an incident on post.


Manchester United chief executive David Gill will step down down in June as he prepares to focus on trying to win one of the leading jobs in European football.

Man United chief executive David Gill to step down


Two Raleigh men are accused of raping two underage Yadkin County girls they met through a chat line.

Two Raleigh men accused of raping underage girls


The St. Paul school district has instituted a hiring freeze in light of the state's projected $5.2 billion budget deficit.

St. Paul school district institutes hiring freeze


A marketing campaign in Australia wants to replace the Easter Bunny with the Easter Bilby.


The Charlotte softball squad leaves the state of North Carolina for the first time this season, traveling south two hours to take on Furman in Greenville, SC, on Sunday for a doubleheader.

Softball leaves the state for first time to take on Furman


Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ameer Haider Khan Hoti has said that terrorism had seriously harmed people, infrastructure and economy of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Terrorism has seriously harmed people, infrastructure:


-Seniors and people with disabilities who rely on home medical equipment and services will pay a steep price under Medicare's controversial and mislabeled ``competitive'' bidding program for durable medical equipment.

Seniors and people with disabilities may pay steeper price for medical equipment


The ``third season'' is ramping up for Delaware gardeners and many, like Baron, consider it the very best season.

'Third season' is ramping up for Delaware gardeners


Carillion Plc said it has sold its investment in the Queen Alexandra Hospital Public Private Partnership project to HSBC Infrastructure Co. Ltd. for a total cash consideration of Â£31.3 million.

Carillion sells investment in Queen Alexandra Hospital Public Private Partnership project


Turner has unveiled TVinContext, a Ad System that will link scenes in entertainment programs with related content in ads.


``I am a Chief Minister by chance and not by choice. It was a blessing for me that the people of Udupi made me an MP,'' said Chief Minister DV Sadananda Gowda.

I'm Chief Minister by chance, not by choice:


``I had gone on a diet, then I realised that life is too short to be thin and again started eating.


Bollywood actor Priyanka Chopra is all praises for her cousin sister turned actor, Parineeti Chopra.

Piggy chops is all praises for sis Parineeti Chopra


A sex offender was charged Wednesday with raping a 16-year-old girl earlier this month in an abandoned building in Over-the-Rhine.


US fixed mortgage rates this week edged up for the fourth straight week following positive data on housing market, said the Primary Mortgage Market Survey released Thursday by Freddie Mac.

US fixed mortgage rates up for fourth week


I read The Augusta Chronicle's June 12 outrage of the day, saying that government does not create jobs.


Jamie Ellis has joined Castleford Tigers with immediate effect after gaining an early release from Hull FC, while the club has granted a transfer request to Ryan McGoldrick.

Jamie Ellis has joined Castleford Tigers and granted a transfer request to Ryan McGoldrick


Jim and DeDe Walsh were honored at a dinner Saturday night for giving 31 years of service to the Syracuse community and the country.

Jim Walsh honored for giving to Syracuse community


William Blair & Company initiated research coverage of GreenHunter Energy, Inc., which operates a biodiesel refinery and is developing two biomass power facilities and multiple wind energy projects, with an Outperform rating and Aggressive Growth company profile.

William Blair & Company initiates coverage of GreenHunter energy, Inc. with Outperform rating


Kentucky is seeking contractors to design and build a new downtown bridge in Louisville as part of its half of a massive project with Indiana to improve traffic flow across the Ohio River.

Ky seeking contractors to design, build new bridge


Dish Network is offering to buy Sprint Nextel Corp. in a cash-and-stock deal it values at $25.5 billion, saying its bid is superior to that of Japanese phone company SoftBank.


Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas appealed on Thursday for the world to continue sending aid to the Palestinian territories, despite the UN accusing Hamas of seizing aid for Gaza after the recent war.

Abbas appeals for world to continue sending aid to palestinians


A man's jailhouse claim that he robbed a North Carolina bank of $1 in order to get medical care in prison was attracting headlines across the US Monday.

Man robs bank for medical care in prison


Rupert Murdoch has quit boards of several News Corp. subsidiaries in UK, the United States, Australia and India.

Rupert Murdoch quits boards of several News Corp. subsidiaries


Internet giant Google will buy US telecom maker Motorola Mobility for $12.5 billion in cash, giving a boost to its Android mobile operating system, the companies said on Monday.

Google to buy Motorola Mobility for $12.5 billion


Two Australian soldiers have been killed in separate incidents in Afghanistan, Defence Force Chief Angus Houston says.

Two Australian soldiers killed in Afghanistan


A union spokeswoman says Boeing Co. machinists in Seattle have overwhelmingly approved a strike authorization measure in a show of support for union negotiators in contact talks with the aerospace giant.

Boeing machinists approve strike authorization


McKeon, who represents Barstow and was appointed committee chairman in December, will tour Fort Irwin Thursday morning with Democratic ranking committee member Rep. Adam Smith of Washington and other Congressional representatives.

McKeon, Congressional delegaton to tour Fort Irwin


A 32-year-old businessman died after being attacked by four men with sharp objects in front of a pub at Johor Jaya here.


A 28-year-old High Point man is facing 96 counts of sex charges involving children, High Point police said Monday.

Man facing sex charges involving children


So this past Friday I was one of several people I can imagine who were listening to the judge read the judgments for the bail application for Oscar Pistorius and I must say now, I think Oscar is guilty.


Google Chrome, Google's internet browser, has just been released as a new beta, and the search giant claims the new Google Chrome beta almost doubles speeds compared to the original.


Chris O'Dowd is planning two weddings to Dawn Porter.


The Oct. 26 Point Beach Borough Council vote to start legal action against Jenkinson's for not paying special event fees is not valid.

Point Beach vote for legal action against Jenkinson's was not valid


Ahly boss Manuel Jose held talks with Hossam Ghaly on Saturday in a bid to end a dispute that saw the team's captain fall down the pecking order lately.

Ahly coach Jose holds talks with Ghaly to end dispute


SACRAMENTO, Calif. A Sacramento High School teacher accused of inappropriately touching a female student was arrested Wednesday.


Hilary Duff has been fired from Bonnie and Clyde because she's pregnant.


Emma Stone has a sex tape and it is of her doing sex with a man and it is coming soon and you better all get ready because she is a woman and America's Sweetheart and she can't be having sex.


Bristol Palin, the 18-year old daughter of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin and unwed mother, has broken up with her fiance Levi Johnston, who is father of her 2 month old son Tripp Easton Mitchell Johnston.

Bristol Palin break up with her fiance Levi Johnston


LEISURE centres in Knutsford and Holmes Chapel could be sold to a private firm or taken over by a charitable trust in a move that borough council chiefs believe will help cut costs.


Sri Lanka picked up three wickets before tea after setting Pakistan a target of 255 runs for victory on the rain-hit fifth day of the third and final test on Monday.


The steep tariff hike granted by the state government will mean that auto drivers can earn Rs. 3,500 to Rs. 4,500 more every month, if one goes by the calculations in the Hakim committee report, which forms the basis for the hike.


Toyota says it will temporarily halt production at five European plants due to a shortage of parts.


Chanticleer Holdings, Inc. HOTRHOTR.W, a minority owner in theprivately-held parent company of the Hooters brand, Hooters ofAmerica, and a franchisee of international Hootersrestaurants, today provided a corporate update on its business,operational initiatives, and roll-out plan.

Chanticleer Holdings provides corporate update


The Eastpointe man accused of shooting his ex-girlfriend appeared in court Wednesday in handcuffs and shackles.

Man accused of shooting ex-girlfriend in court


Mark Abrahamian, the longtime guitarist for the rock band Starship, has died at age 46, the group said on Monday.

Starship guitarist Mark Abrahamian dies at 46