Cuba has accused the United States of helping Cuban dissidents access the internet as part of a campaign to undermine the communist government.

Cuba accuses US of helping dissidents access internet


NATO has said the Qadhafi regime in Libya is crumbling and all threats against civilians should stop now.


The newly appointed Delhi Police Commissioner, Neeraj Kumar, on Saturday said that terrorism continues to top the list of all challenges faced by the city police.

'Terrorism continues to top list of all challenges':


Russian cosmonauts have ended their spacewalk and returned to the ISS after spending more than six and a half hours in raw space and successfully completing almost all of the set tasks.

Russian cosmonauts end spacewalk, returned to ISS


Shah Faisal welfare trust in collaboration with World Assembly of Muslim Youth and other Saudi welfare institutions will slaughter 100 goats on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha.

(Shah Faisal trust to slaughter 100 goats on Eid-ul-Azha)


Norwegian gas exports through the Langeled pipeline, the UK's main subsea gas import route, dropped to zero on Monday morning, and flows to France fell sharply as a new ``gas year'' started.

Norway gas-exports drops sharply as new gas year starts


The British prime minister says the Taliban could have a future in mainstream politics in Afghanistan.


Traffic was moving again on Interstate 40 in the area of Fayetteville Road in Durham after a suspicious object was removed Wednesday evening, authorities said.

Traffic moving again on I-40 after suspicious object removed


In accordance with the agreement reached between the Presidents of Armenia and Azerbaijan during a meeting in Sochi, the Armenian side will transfer an Azerbaijani citizen, arrested on the NKR territory, to the Azerbaijani side with the mediation of the Yerevan Office of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Press Service of the Armenian Ministry of Defense reported.

Armenia to transfer an Azerbaijani citizen


The Pension Protection Fund on Thursday said it had appointed ex-Lehman Brothers managing director Alan Rubenstein as its new Chief Executive, replacing Partha Dasgupta, who stands down at the end of March.

Pension Protection Fund appoints Chief Executive


``India can turn wood and paper as its major export items by pursuing a sustainable forestry policy,'' Eduardo Rojas Sriales, Assistant Director General, Forestry Department, FAO, said.

India can turn wood, paper as major export items:


Quarterback Ingle Martin led the Titans to a 72-yard game-winning drive Friday night in the Titans second victory in the 2008 preseason.

Quarterback Martin leads Titans to victory


Kansas athletic director Lew Perkins has been identified as a victim of blackmail, according to a Lawrence police report.

Kansas athletic director Lew Perkins identified as victim of blackmail


Los Angeles Lakers centre Andrew Bynum is unlikely to play in the preseason while finishing rehabilitation from surgery on his right knee.


A Vietnamese court has jailed a fish farmer for three years for ``plotting to overthrow the state'', a court clerk told AFP on Wednesday.

Vietnam jails fish farmer for ``plotting to overthrow the state''


It was a packed house at Pearl Harbor Tuesday to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Naval Shipyard.

Pearl Harbor Naval shipyard celebrates 100th birthday


United Technologies Corp. forecast 2012 sales that would exceed analysts' estimates as Chief Executive Officer Louis Chenevert folds in the acquisition of Goodrich Corp.

United Technologies forecasts 2012 sales exceeding estimates


Now that Tiger Woods has reportedly moved into a bachelor pad in New York, does this mean he is leaving Central Florida for good?


The old saying goes, 'A man's home is his castle' but when Jim Bishop started building a meager stone cottage in the Colorado mountains in 1969 he had no idea how true this would turn out to be.


Tennis is set to return to Milton with the suburb's proposed $12.6 million park to include six courts on the site where the Milton Tennis Centre once stood.


An Iranian security official said that Iran would ``definitely'' strike NATO positions in Turkey if it was attacked, according to a Monday report by the Turkish daily Hurriet.

'Iran will definitely strike Turkey if attacked'


Chicago Midway privatization,which collapsed a year ago in the wake of the global financial crisis, is attracting new interest from potential bidders, according to Southwest Airlines VP-Properties Robert Montgomery, who spoke at last week's Phoenix International Aviation Symposium.

Midway privatization attracting new interest


Mortgage rates in Canada are heading higher as fears of inflation resonate through the bond market, while US legislators move towards agreement on a $700 billion US bailout plan for Wall Street banks.


The results of the mortgage lending state assistance program for the period of nine months were discussed in Stepanakert on October 7, in the course of a consultation held by Nagorno-Karabakh Republic President Bako Sahakian.

Results of mortgage lending state assistance program discussed in Stepanakert


The Nikkei Stock Average of 225 issues closed at 10,638.06 on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Tuesday, up 3.83 points or 0.04 per cent.

Nikkei Stock Average closed at 10,638.06, up 3.83 points


A pickpocket was nabbed by police when he tripped over a long piece of wood while making his getaway.


German factory orders fell unexpectedly in May, for the first time in 5 months, official data showed on Wednesday.


Moscow - Russian President Dmitry Medvedev used a speech on the future of his country Friday to promise modernisation - but warn that parliamentary democracy would be a ``catastrophe.''

Medvedev warns parliamentary democracy would be a 'catastrophe'


RECENT collections on the street and at Morrisons supermarket have helped the Malvern Hills and Upton fund-raising groups for Macmillan Cancer Support raise nearly £4,000.


The Tihar Jail in New Delhi registered a record turnover of Rs.32.17 crore in 2012-13 against a turnover of Rs.12.20 crore during the previous year.


Speaker Somnath Chatterjee on Monday said that his intention was ``not to punish anybody per se'' while proceeding against 32 Opposition MPs for their ``disorderly conduct'' but to see that Parliament functions.


The newly discovered frozen sperm of Saddam Hussein will be given to the University of California, Irvine, for use in the recently approved stem cell research.

Newly discover frozen sperm of Saddam Hussein to be used in stem cell research


In an aggressive monetary policy announcement, the RBI hiked the repo rate the rate at which the RBI lends money to banks, by 0.25 % from 5.75% to 6 % and the reverse repo rate, the rate at which RBI borrows money from bank by 0.50 % from 4.50% to 5 %.


Libyan rebels made fresh gains on the western front on Tuesday, pushing back forces loyal to leader Muammar Gaddafi in a string of clashes that brought them closer to the capital Tripoli.


Aviva has added a fund specific withdrawal feature to its wrap and self-invested personal pension platform to make it easier for clients to take their post-retirement income without disrupting the investment strategy of their entire portfolio.

Aviva adds fund specific withdrawal feature to wrap


The Calgary Hitmen scored two goals in the final two minutes to post a 3-2 come from behind win over the visiting Edmonton Oil Kings Wednesday night.

Calgary Hitmen post come from behind win over Edmonton Oil Kings


Treasury prices were recovering from early losses Tuesday morning, led by long-dated maturities, as bond yields at multimonth highs enticed buyers.


Depression was more commonly misdiagnosed than correctly spotted following an initial consultation, reports the BBC.

Depression 'being commonly misdiagnosed'


Former United Nations ambassador Andrew Young, a global peacemaker, is now taking aim at gun violence in the US

Former UN ambassador Andrew young taking on us gun violence


Albuquerque native Tony Vincent had to sing for his survival Tuesday night on NBC's ``The Voice.''

Tony Vincent sings for survival on ``the Voice''


Author and television personality Suze Orman recently survived an emergency appendectomy performed in Chicago, reports The Chicago Sun Times.

Suze Orman survives emergency appendectomy


A licensed massage therapist is charged with sexual battery after being accused of getting fresh with a customer.

Massage therapist charged with sexual battery


A canoeist who arrived at a police station apparently 'back from the dead' pleaded guilty to deception.


A Raleigh man pleaded guilty Thursday to three counts of attempted tax evasion, according to the North Carolina Department of Revenue.

Raleigh man pleads guilty to tax evasion


China angered by Japan's increased jet scrambles China accused Japan of raising regional tensions with its increased use of fighter jets to monitor Chinese aircraft that approach a cluster of islands claimed by both countries.


American Airlines has announced it will cancel its early morning flights on Tuesday out of Louis Armstrong International Airport due to Tropical Storm Ida.

American Airlines cancels early morning flights on Tuesday


The FBI says it has recovered the remains of two kidnapped US contractors in Iraq.

FBI recovers remains of contractors in Iraq


``The market is likley to open flat with a positve with bias taking cues from global markets. Asian stocks outside Japan rose for a fifth day and the won strengthened as corporate profits beat estimates and South Korean manufacturers` confidence increased to the highest level in nine months. US stocks closed slightly higher Friday as investors weighed higher corporate earnings reports against disappointing economic news. With the day`s climb, the Dow Jones industrial average has regained all its losses for April. Dabur, OBC, Hindustan Motors, Bank Of India, Jsw Energy, KPIT Cummins, Punj Lloyd, Titan Ind. and Vijaya Bank will announce its quarterly result today,``said SMC Global Research.

Market is likley to open flat with a positve:


The USA has stressed that India and Pakistan should engage with each other more, instead of looking for a third party to mediate.

India, pak should engage with each other:


Popular Malayalam actor Manju Warrier and Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan will feature in a television advertisement for a jewellery brand.

Manju Warrier, Amitabh Bachchan to feature in advertisement


A CHAMPION martial arts fighter visited an Exmouth training centre to carry out an informative seminar.

CHAMPION fighter visits Exmouth training centre


Paul Allen is selling his two Portland radio stations to a group led by former radio mogul Larry Wilson, who aims to make a fresh start in the business he left eight years ago.

Paul Allen sells his two Portland radio stations


Tennessee coach Pat Summitt announced Tuesday that she has been diagnosed with early onset dementia, which could eventually lead to Alzheimer's disease.

Tennessee coach Summitt diagnosed with early onset dementia


Paris Hilton has shown off a pink 'Barbie mansion' she has fallen in love with.


A Roswell man suffering from mental illness, who was to be picked up by police officers and committed on orders from his mental health care provider, died while in police custody.


The Denver suburb of Greenwood Village has approved a plan to shoot and kill coyotes wandering the city's parks, greenbelts and watersheds.

Denver suburb approves plan to kill coyotes


Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc., which is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ``HIO,'' announced today the results of the votes cast at the Fund's annual meeting of shareholders held on January 28, 2011.

Western Asset High Income Opportunity Fund Inc. announces results of annual meeting of shareholders


A boy was sent to the hospital Thursday night after being shot by his stepfather.

Boy sent to hospital after being shot by stepfather


Actress/pop star Hilary Duff and husband Mike Comrie are expecting their first child.

Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie expecting first child


The Extraordinary General Meeting in Aspiro that was held today approved the Board's resolution of 28 June 2012 on a rights issue of approximately SEK 103m through the issuance of not more than 137,506,677 new shares, resulting in an increase of the share capital of not more than SEK 92,038,719.1832.

The Extraordinary General Meeting in Aspiro approves the rights issue


An Atoka man accused of fatally stabbing a man and setting him on fire is blaming his wife for his actions, court officials said Wednesday.

Atoka man accused of fatally stabbing man, setting him on fire


An Artesia father is facing felony child abuse charges after investigators say he admitted to violently shaking his infant son so badly that the baby may suffer permanent brain damage.

Artesia father faces child abuse charges


Diane Von Furstenberg is to launch her new woman's fragrance in the UK later this year.

Diane Von Furstenberg to launch fragrance!


Indian President Pratibha Patil has said that she is waiting for Chandrayaan--1 to enter into the Lunar orbit.

President Patil is waiting Chandrayaan--1 to enter Lunar orbit


Chase Utley won the National League Silver Slugger Award for second base yesterday.


Detroit Mayor Ken Cockrel Jr. spent this morning meeting with state lawmakers to build a working relationship between Lansing and his city.


National Bank of Abu Dhabi has selected Credoc, the trade finance system sold by Switzerland-based vendor MIT, for its international branches in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman and the UK.

National Bank of Abu Dhabi selects Credoc trade finance system


Sweden is set to build 2000 new wind turbines during the next ten years, as a part of its project aimed at dramatically increasing the country's production of renewable energy -- this was all revealed in a statement by Enterprise and Energy Minister Maud Olofsson on Tuesday.

Sweden set to build 2000 wind turbines in ten years


Mick McCarthy believes he is better placed to keep Wolves in the Premiership than he was with Sunderland last time out.

McCarthy better placed to keep Wolves up


An 18-year-old woman was shot at an Urbana apartment complex on Sunday.


Slotback Andy Fantuz denied reports Wednesday that he has rejected a contract offer from the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

Andy Fantuz denies reports that he rejected offer from Roughriders


``I have done absolutely nothing wrong,'' Rod Blagojevich said in closing arguments.


George Walton Academy hosted its largest ever meet at its new track last Wednesday against some of the top teams in the Georgia Independent School Association.

George Walton Academy hosts largest ever meet


McDonald's has recalled 12 million ``Shrek''-themed drinking glasses in the United States after a federal agency warned consumers to stop using them because they contain the toxic metal cadmium.

McDonald's recalls 12 million Shrek drinking glasses


South Africa deployed soldiers to 37 hospitals on Monday to help keep basic health services running, as a nationwide strike by more than one million public workers entered its sixth day.


In a conference call yesterday, Mets General Manager Sandy Alderson said that the Mets might re-sign starting pitcher Chris Young ``under the right circumstances.''


A FRUSTRATED Peter Swann revealed his plans to build a new stadium for Gainsborough Trinity have hit a major stumbling block due to the failure to agree a price with the landowner.

Plans to build new stadium for Gainsborough Trinity hit a stumbling block


Polls are open across the state for local elections.


Debenhams reported today higher profits for its first six months of the year, beating market expectations, but warned that its second half could be hit by this summer's events such as the Euro 2012.


A woman in the US has conceived twice in two weeks.


Biologists say that global climate warming is threatening salmon in America and will probably wipe out the most fragile runs of salmon in the Columbia River and other US streams.


A CHEPSTOW therapist has achieved the highest grade, grade A, in the acupressure course run by the School of Natural Health Sciences.

CHEPSTOW therapist achieves highest grade


Vaccinations and immunizations are available in the Oklahoma City metro area before school begins in August.

Immunizations are available in Oklahoma City metro-area


Two more FEMA centers in our viewing area are closing Friday.


Holly Willoughby has been crowned celebrity mum of the year in the week she announced she is expecting her second child.

Holly Willoughby crowned mum of the year


The former sheriff and former tax assessor of Union County, SC, and two other residents have pleaded guilty in a government corruption probe.

Former sheriff, tax assessor plead guilty in corruption probe


PT Samudera Indonesia executive director, Asmari Herry, said that commercial boats sailing through the Suez Canal would be guarded by the Indonesian Navy.

Boats sailing through Suez Canal to be guarded by Indonesian Navy


The 100th British soldier to be killed in Afghanistan this year has been named as Lance Corporal Adam Drane.

100th soldier killed in Afghanistan named


Frenchman Vincent Jay won the Olympic men's 10km biathlon sprint gold on Sunday, edging out Norway's Emil Hegle Svendsen and Croatia's Jakov Fak.

France's Vincent Jay wins men's biathlon sprint gold


Trading on all classes was steady on very light run at the Winnipeg livestock market on Tuesday.

All classes steady at the Winnipeg livestock market


Italian jockey Frankie Dettori, one of the biggest names in flat racing, is to face an inquiry by French horse racing authorities after a 'positive test' at Longchamp in September, the rider's legal representative said.

Jockey Dettori to face inquiry over ``positive test''


Demand for gold and jewellery in Dubai surged by 18 per cent last month on lower gold prices, officials with Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group said.

Demand for gold in Dubai surges by 18 per cent


Democratic US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has won election to her first full term representing New York, fending off a challenge from Republican Wendy Long.

Senator Gillibrand wins election for first full term


An old office building is being redeveloped into a surgery center for Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin.

Office building redeveloped as surgery center


LISA SNOWDON says & she's often been caught out with dance moves since starring on Strictly Come Dancing.

Lisa SNOWDON caught out with dance moves


A MORAY couple who hope to send their three-year-old son to the US for cancer treatment have been overwhelmed by the generosity of the community, a family friend said yesterday.

Couple overwhelmed by generosity of community


Chelsea gave Luiz Felipe Scolari the perfect birthday present as the Blues returned to the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 win against Blackburn on Sunday.


THE Commonwealth must prove its relevance beyond its borders and not rest on past successes, Commonwealth head Queen Elizabeth II has said.

Commonwealth must prove its relevance beyond its borders - Queen Elizabeth II


Since the war against terrorism won now, we have to win the war against drugs so that our society would not be destroyed by this menace.


The Southern Railway has informed that train services through Edappally are likely to be delayed on Friday and Saturday.


Katrina Kaif has declared that she will marry in 2012.


He is back on top in the ARIA charts, dominating album, single and digital download charts.


Miley Cyrus, one of Disney`s hottest stars of the past three years with hit records and hit films, has been voted the worst celebrity influence of 2009 by the very people who made her a star, tweens and teens, according to an online poll on Wednesday.

Miley Cyrus voted worst celebrity influence of 2009


The Rays designated right-hander Juan Salas for assignment on Thursday to make room on the 40-man roster for recently signed left-hander Brian Shouse.


A baby giant panda born last week at a Tokyo zoo died of pneumonia on Wednesday, according to park officials who had initially hailed the birth as rare success for Japan's captive breeding programme, AFP reported.


After three years of engineering and work, the first train to travel the Heartland Corridor through Southwest Virginia stopped shortly before noon today for a celebration and ribbon-cutting.

First train travels the Heartland Corridor


Celtic Crusaders have teamed up with bluGROUP to bring all fans a new and exciting experience that will add to the already amazing atmosphere of a Crusaders engage Super League Match.


A Venezuelan passenger plane crashed in the Andes, killing all 46 people on board, officials said yesterday.

Plane crash in Andes kills 46 people on board


The National News Agency reported Monday that outgoing Premier Saad Hariri has returned to Beirut.


The Giants locked up the NL West title for the second time in three years by beating the San Diego Padres, 8-4, Saturday night.


Veteran actor Ambarish has said that he is ready to take the leadership to fight against other language films, if all sectors of the Kannada Film Industry come forward openly and stand with him.


A former Washington man faces up to 20 years in prison for defrauding several land development companies out of nearly $175,000 over a two-year period.

Man faces up to 20 years for defrauding companies


Oakland police were keeping a low profile late Wednesday after allowing hundreds of Occupy Wall Street protesters to return a plaza where police had raided their encampment on Tuesday.

Oakland police keeping low profile late Wednesday


Nigeria made a final push to register voters in Africa's most populous nation on ahead of April elections after a process that was sometimes chaotic and violent -- but better than past years.

Nigeria in final push to register voters


At least 180,000 workers across the nation are on unpaid leave, with those in the high-tech sector the most likely to be given unpaid days off, the Council of Labor Affairs reported yesterday.

At least 180,000 workers are on unpaid leave:


Sandra Bullock in breaking news is not seeking a divorce, according to her representative.


in Music The BBC is said to be working on its own music streaming service called ``Playlister,'' which will give license-fee payers free access to ``hundreds of thousands'' of tracks at no extra cost.

BBC said to be working on music streaming service called 'Playlister'


SINGAPORE Career networking website LinkedIn opened its Asian headquarters in Singapore on Tuesday, part of a plan to tap the region's large pool of professionals.

LinkedIn opens Asia headquarters in Singapore


Broadway star Betty Garrett died in Los Angeles at the age of 91.


Spanish utility Endesa has inaugurated the extension of the Santa Rosa thermal power plant in Lima, Peru consisting of a newly-installed natural gas turbine with a capacity of 193MW.

Endesa inaugurates extension of Santa Rosa thermal power plant in Lima


A woman was found dead today in a University Place home, and her 9-month-old daughter is missing, the Pierce County Sheriff's Department said.


Wilmington firefighters rescued two children: a three year old girl and one year old boy from a rowframe fire.

Wilmington firefighters rescue two children from rowframe fire


The study, published online in the journal Behavioural Brain Research, found zebrafish can modify their behaviour in response to varying situations.

Zebrafish can modify their behaviour in response to varying situations


Ural Airlines launched a new route from Novosibirsk in the Russian Far East to Guangzhou in southern China on 28 December.

Ural Airlines launches new route from Novosibirsk to Guangzhou in China


A $3,000,000 bond has been set for the man accused of killing a Bowie County deputy.

Bond set for man accused of killing Bowie Co. deputy


Roger Daltrey is planning to write a film about his late Who bandmate Keith Moon.

Roger Daltrey planning to write film about Keith Moon


Honda has expanded a previously announced recall of certain 2001 and 2002 model-year vehicles to replace the driver's airbag inflator in an additional 378,758 vehicles in the United States.

Honda expands recall for driver's airbag inflator


Colin Powell, a Republican and retired general who was President Bush's first secretary of state, broke with the party Sunday and endorsed Democrat Barack Obama for president, calling him a ``transformational figure'' while criticizing the tone of John McCain's campaign.

Republican colin Powell endorses Democrat Barack Obama


A New Haven man is charged with statutory sodomy for allegedly molesting three girls, authorities said.


Gainesville Police are stepping up their presence downtown this weekend in anticipation of crowds in the area accompanying the Florida Invitational Step Show.


OMCs have always been excellent investment instrument simply because they have much lower drawdown than most other stocks.

Omcs are excellent investment instrument:


Red Hot Chili Peppers have announced details of their long-awaited new album, 'I'm With You'.

Red Hot Chili Peppers announce new album 'I'm With You'


NFL owners voted in May to ease up on local TV blackout restrictions, the Wall Street Journal first reported over the weekend.


Vitali Klitschko unanimously outpointed British challenger Dereck Chisora on Saturday to keep the WBC heavyweight title.


TIME has run out for unlicensed churches in Segaiya to legalise their status or face closure.


France backs a possible humanitarian corridor in Syria and considers the opposition Syrian National Council a legitimate partner with which it wants to work, French Foreign Minister Alain Juppe said Wednesday.

France backs humanitarian corridor in Syria


Former Pakistani prime minister Nawaz Sharif believes conspiracies are being hatched to defy the Supreme Court's orders and says his party will bring the ``schemers'' to justice.


Chipmaker Intel has posted record quarterly revenues and higher profits for the fifth consecutive quarter.


Two East Texas deputies accused of assaulting a man before abandoning him in a national forest have been indicted on charges of civil rights violations.

East Texas deputies accused of assaulting man


Controversial couple of six short months, Kat Von D and Jesse James, are engaged!


K-Sea Transportation Partners LP announced today that it intends to commence a public offering of 2.9 million common units representing limited partner interests pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement.

K-Sea Transportation Partners LP announces public offering of 2.9 million common units


09:04 PM,Apr 17,2012 From M Zulqernain Lahore, Apr 17 Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani today said the Pakistan government will facilitate visits by Indian Sikh pilgrims four times a year so that they can participate in different religious functions.

Will facilitate visits by Sikhs four times a year:


Laura Perna, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania and a researcher in college finance and affordability, is answering select reader questions about paying for college.

Answers to readers' questions about paying for college


The next-door neighbour of Bristol-based landscape architect Joanna Yeates has admitted killing her but denied murder.


Initiative hawker Tim Eyman has filed five new initiatives for 2012 aimed at reducing taxes, making it harder for legislators to raise taxes, fighting red-light cameras, extending the time for initiative backers to collect signatures, and granting new powers to the state auditor's office.


Police are preparing Saturday night for the Rabin memorial rally, which is to take place in Rabin Square in Tel Aviv.


Alitalia have today been fined $125,000 by the US Department of Transportation for failing to have clear terms and conditions under which passengers are entitled to compensation for delays and cancellations.

Alitalia fined by US Department of Transportation


Steven Spielberg has revealed he almost made The Curious Case of Benjamin Button with Tom Cruise as the title character years before Brad Pitt and David Fincher teamed up to make the movie.

Spielberg almost made Benjamin Button with Cruise


Angelina Jolie was seen using a Palm Pre on the set of her upcoming new movie 'Salt'.


Specialists in foot reflexology and traditional Japanese Shiatsu massage, The Green Bamboo Massage & Foot Spa, has been voted the best massage in San Diego by BizVotes.com.

Green Bamboo massage & foot Spa voted best massage in San Diego


Okay, it's not quite ten in the bed, but it's not far from that.


Virginia Tech has launched ThisIsTheFuture.com, a new user-generated website that highlights how the university's innovative research, high-quality educational and outreach programs have impacted the daily lives of Virginians.

Virginia Tech launches ``ThisIsTheFuture.com''


No injuries are reported in a Monroeville plane crash near Logan's Ferry Road.

No injuries reported in Monroeville plane crash


US stocks finished sharply lower Wednesday after gloomy manufacturing data and renewed fears about Greece's debt problems sparked a sell-off.


A Hot Springs woman who pleaded guilty to negligent homicide for fatally backing over her mother has been sentenced to 10 years probation.


Due to potable water shortage and declining under ground table, Indore was declared was water scarcity hit district for over next three months beginning April one, a top official said in Indore.

Indore declared water scarcity hit district


Actor Patrick McGoohan, known for his roles in the British television series' Secret Agent and the left-of-center cult classic The Prisoner, passed away at the age of 80 on Tuesday at his home in Los Angeles.

Actor Patrick McGoohan passes away at 80


May 2, 2010 La Vergne has reopened access to the city after being closed for four hours today as the city was flooded with storm water.


The dollar has dropped below 100 Japanese yen for the first time in 12 years amid growing worries over an economic slowdown in the US.


Shaun Ryder has confessed that his wild days of clubbing are well and truly behind him at the moment.


Lil Wayne reportedly shot nine music videos in 48 hours this past weekend.

Lil Wayne shoots nine videos in 48 hours;


/ By Marat Gubaydullin, AP A passenger plane crashed in Siberia shortly after taking off Monday morning, killing 31 of the 43 people on board, Russian emergency officials said.

Plane crash in Siberia kills 31 of 43 on board


Youth unemployment in Scotland could cost up to £11.4 million a week, a report has said.


The Tiger Woods scandal took a pornographic turn yesterday, as the latest alleged mistress to come out of the woods made her debut in public.

Tiger Woods scandal takes a pornographic turn


An online stationery ecommerce portal Stationery4u.in has been launched by Xynsys Corporation India, across 5 states of India.

Stationery ecommerce portal Stationery4u.in launched across 5 states in India


President Obama plans to designate a national monument in the San Juan Islands, handing a long-sought victory to island residents and members of Washington's congressional delegation.

Obama to designate national monument in San Juan Islands


National Grid has begun demolishing four buildings on its River Street property that the Beverly Historic District Commission had deemed ``historically significant'' and ``preferably preserved.''


Deputies in Nassau County said four men were arrested in a prostitution sting in a park.


As Pakistan commemorates the International Human Rights Day along with the world community today, a young couple granted death sentence by their local community for marrying of their own will, is seeking help from authorities and NGOs.


Actor John Travolta broke a two-day silence over the death of his 16-year-old son Jett on Sunday, saying he and his wife, actress Kelly Preston, were ``heartbroken'' by their sudden loss.


Russian carmaker IzhAvto has filed for bankruptcy protection, putting more than 5000 jobs at risk, reports the Associated Press.

Russian auto maker IzhAvto files for bankruptcy


As months of national bargaining for a new union contract covering 100,000 union members at Kaiser Permanente began yesterday, Service Employees International Union--

As national bargaining for 100,000 union members at Kaiser Permanente begins...


Company car and van drivers with 12 points on their licence who escape a driving ban by pleading ``exceptional hardship'' could create a headache for fleet managers, says CFC Solutions.

Company drivers pleading exceptional hardship could create a headache for fleet managers


FRESNO, Calif. Authorities are searching for a backpacker who has been reported missing in the Sierra Nevada.


Tropical Storm Igor is nearing hurricane strength as ... http://bit.ly/cecgyV 3 minutes ago

Tropical Storm Igor nears hurricane strength


From fish playing dead to dogs faking injureys, here are five of the oddest animal behaviors explained.


A 43-year-old Tellico Plains women was killed Saturday in a car accident in Monroe County.


CSU Bakersfield will host its annual free veterans information day on Saturday, April 9 from 9 am to 1 pm in the Albertson Room, located adjacent to the Doré Theatre on the CSUB campus.

CSUB to host annual veterans information day


Kevin Newman, who left the anchor position at Global Television in September 2010, is headed to CTV to co-host Question Period.


The Islanders traded captain Bill Guerin to the Pittsburgh Penguins shortly before Wednesday's NHL dealing deadline, the latest move in a sell-off by the team with the NHL's worst record.

Islanders trade captain Guerin to Penguins


SEC commissioner Mike Slive said he is optimistic that Texas A&M will join the conference, saying Monday that the SEC is looking at schedule involving 13 teams for 2012-13.

SEC commissioner Mike Slive ``optimistic'' about Texas A&M joining conference


State officials say the number of people staying at shelters in Kentucky is dropping as power is being restored in the aftermath of an icy winter storm.


RAFAEL Nadal has made a successful return to grand slam tennis, thrashing Richard Gasquet 6-2 6-2 6-3 in the first round of the US Open.

Rafael Nadal makes successful return to grand slam tennis


Sara Evans says she feels so ``blessed'' to be engaged to former University of Alabama football star Jay Barker.

Sara Evans ``blessed'' to be engaged to Jay Barker


Two old American Indian skulls discovered in a Potter County home in 2007 were returned to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe this summer.

American Indian skulls returned to Cheyenne River Sioux


A fire that struck late Sunday night destroyed a historic brick home that was built by founders of the Dole pineapple company, Fire Chief Dave Jones said Monday.


THE partner of a motorcyclist who died after his bike was involved in a collision with a lorry has told how she 'can't imagine life without him'.


Tasmanian park fire still uncontained Updated: 16:34, Thursday January 10, 2013 A massive fire in Tasmania's largest national park remains out of control but is not having a significant environmental impact and will actually help future bushfire protection efforts.


Tracy Morgan's ``30 Rock'' buddy ``Grizz,'' aka Grizzwald Chapman, needs a kidney transplant, he revealed on a taping of the ``Dr. Oz Show,'' the New York Daily News reports.

'30 Rock' star Grizzwald Chapman needs a kidney transplant


Unisfair, a virtual events company, has raised $3.1 million of a proposed $9.3 million second round of funding, per an SEC filing.

Virtual events firm Unisfair raising $9.3 million second round


Leicestershire have named a squad of 12 for their trip to Belfast tomorrow to face Ireland at Stormont.

Leicestershire name squad to face Ireland


3/29/2012 11:47 PM ET - Asian stock markets are exhibiting a mixed trend amid cautious trades on Friday following a flat lead from Wall Street, where stocks ended mixed overnight.


CRUDE oil prices plunged 10 per cent after the US House of Representatives rejected the bailout of the financial sector.


Independent MP Hone Harawira is to sound out support for a new political party.

Harawira to sound out support for new party


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he will consider a French proposal to renew peace talks with the Palestinians at a Paris summit next month.

Netanyahu says will consider French proposal for peace talks


The newly renovated dinosaur park was inaugurated by Kanpur zoo director K Praveen Rao in the presence of several wildlife lovers on Sunday.


BCE Inc. said Friday it has entered into a final agreement with the takeover group led by the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan.

BCE enters into final agreement with Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan


ST. JOHN'S, NL - A Newfoundland paving company is facing labour charges in the death of a flagperson two years ago.

Newfoundland paving company charged in death


President Barack Obama attended his 11-year-old daughter Sasha's basketball game Saturday morning in Chevy Chase, Md., near Washington, DC, according to ABC News.

President Obama attends Sasha's basketball game:


Residents of Nadrau, Kumkum, Naruku and affected area in the Moto Bridge once again received relief from helping hands three days in a row.

Residents receive relief from helping hands


A pick-up truck that lost its brakes Friday afternoon caused $100,000 in property damage in downtown Duluth.

Truck lost brakes, causes $100,000 in damage


A Fargo woman was arrested early this morning after leaving her car stranded on the railroad tracks and going into a Moorhead bar.

Woman arrested for leaving car stranded on railroad tracks in Moorhead


Bafana Bafana coach Gordon Igesund admitted himself to a Johannesburg hospital on Tuesday with ``severe abdominal pains'', the SA Football Association said.


But now, along come Sens. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., with a bill that would radically expand the disclosure of political money trails.

Bill would expand disclosure of political money


Andre Adams has led Auckland to first innings points in its opening round Plunket Shield match against Northern Districts.

Adams leads Auckland to first innings points


Jim Rutherford, President and General Manager of the National Hockey League's Carolina Hurricanes, today announced that tonight's game against the Calgary Flames will be played as scheduled.

Tonight's game to be played as scheduled


Big TV, the direct-to-home arm of Reliance ADAG, is investing Rs 500 million in its new brand campaign, 'Joy of Ownership'.

Big TV invests Rs 500 million in new brand campaign


A man was fatally shot in eastern New Orleans, according to the New Orleans Police Department.


Aquino has ordered Justice Secretary Leila de Lima to review again the coup charge filed against Trillanes.

Aquino orders review on coup charge of Trillanes


NATO officials say a cargo helicopter chartered by a military contractor is missing in Afghanistan, and that NATO troops are assisting in the search.


The Austrian branch of failed mail-order retailer Quelle is set to file for bankruptcy soon, an employee representative said Friday, one day after the German parent company's brand name was sold to national competitor Otto.

Austrian branch of retailer Quelle to file for bankruptcy


Former Hoboken Mayor Peter Cammarano was sentenced this morning to 24 months in prison, Jersey Journal staffer Michaelangelo Conte reports from the federal courthouse in Newark.

Former Hoboken Mayor Peter Cammarano sentenced to 24 months in prison


A man was robbed at gunpoint of his cell phone and wallet after he pulled into a municipal lot June 30.


A Saudi Arabian princess has sought political asylum in Britain because she fears for her safety in her home country, the Daily Mail reported on Monday.

Saudi princess seeks political asylum in uk


Besides the long-overdue Pulp reissues we learned about last week, it's been revealed that Pulp front-man Jarvis Cocker will be receiving an honorary doctorate from Sheffield Hallam University in November.

Jarvis Cocker receives honorary doctorate from Sheffield Hallam University


More people rode free on the CTA in the first half of this year than was predicted.

More people riding free on CTA than predicted


Louis Walsh has spoken about the death of Stephen Gately, saying he has lost his ``very best friend''.

Louis Walsh ``I have lost my best friend''


Recently, Intermedia launched its hosted PBX service, a VoIP-based service that integrates with Intermedia's hosted Exchange e-mail service to enable customers to access hosted PBX and unified communications features.


NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell visited Redskins Park Wednesday and took questions during a fan forum and a session with the media.

Commissioner Goodell visits Redskins Park


Love is in the air with that boho-kitschy flair that is Jonathan Adler.


Over the next few months, fourth grade students at Wallace Elementary School, along with Wallace Middle School students, will be raising rainbow trout in their classrooms.


Lindsay Lohan has blamed Britney Spears for her meltdown, and told her friends: that she just wanted to be like her.


POLICE chiefs say they hope a 14 per cent fall in violent crime in Warrington is evidence that lessons have been learned in the wake of the Garry Newlove murder.

Lessons have been learned after Garry Newlove murder


A former Altamonte Springs police officer who slammed into a car at more than 100 mph last November will be sentenced today.

Former Altamonte Springs officer to be sentenced today


Gales Creek Elementary School will close at the end of this school year, sending teachers, staff and more than 100 students to new schools in the fall.


Film director Sergiu Nicolaescu died at the age of 82 on Thursday at the Elias Hospital in Bucharest, TV news channel report.

Film director Sergiu Nicolaescu dies at age 82


Gen. William W. Momyer, a celebrated World War II fighter pilot who helped plot postwar tactics for the Air Force and commanded aerial combat and bombing operations during the early years of the Vietnam War, died Aug. 10 at an assisted-living center in Merritt Island, Fla. He was 95.

Gen. William W. Momyer, celebrated pilot, dies at 95


``My irregular heart rhythms are gone, my pacemaker is gone, there's no hardware in me anywhere, and no tubes,'' she said Tuesday.


Satellite imaging services provider DigitalGlobe on May 6 rejected a $792 million takeover offer from rival GeoEye maintaining that the hostile bid substantially undervalued the company, reports Reuters.

DigitalGlobe rejects takeover offer from rival GeoEye


Taylor Swift visits cancer patient Updated: 14:26, Wednesday March 13, 2013 Taylor Swift visited a cancer-stricken young girl over the weekend.


Hope College has launched the largest single fundraising effort in the college's history, a $175 million comprehensive campaign that will add several new buildings and provide major boosts to the college's endowment with emphasis on scholarship aid and faculty-student collaborative research.

Hope college launches $175 million comprehensive campaign


Etihad Rail, the master developer of the UAE's national railway network, has appointed HE Dr Nasser Al Mansoori as its new CEO.


His wife says John Seiberling died of respiratory failure Saturday morning at their home in Copley.

Former ohio congressman John Seiberling dies


Hospital spokeswoman Janet Stark said Giffords was able to stand on her feet with assistance from medical staff Wednesday in another significant milestone in her recovery.

Giffords able to stand up in another milestone


Sri Lanka is laying the foundation to build a biomedical sector by offering courses in the subject based on British standards to train much needed human resources, educators said.

Sri Lanka lays foundation for biomedical sector: educators


The Des Moines Register on Saturday endorsed Mitt Romney for the GOP presidential nomination, citing his ``wisdom, sobriety and judgment.''

The Des Moines Register endorses Mitt Romney


The Boston Herald is raising the newsstand price of its daily newspaper by 25 cents to $1, citing economic pressures affecting the newspaper industry.


Thailand said on Thursday that it has recognised a Palestinian state, in a move hailed by Palestinian leaders eager to boost their international standing amid a stalemate with Israel.


The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement to recognize Diwali:

Minister Kenney issues statement to recognize Diwali


A US flag measuring nearly 1,700 square feet that has traveled to all 50 states to honor the victims of the Sept. 11 attacks will fly from Arlington National Cemetery on Tuesday.

Flag to fly at Arlington National cemetery


Union steel minister Beni Prasad Verma who had sparked controversy a week ago in an attempt at defending Union law minister Salman Khurhid, now says anti-graft activist Arvind Kejriwal is a CIA stooge.


Sterling Bancshares Inc. said Tuesday it received preliminary approval to receive $125 million in capital as part of the government's $700 billion bank investment program.

Sterling Bancshares to receive $125 million as part of government investment program


GovDelivery is reasserting its roots in local government with Monday's announcement it has acquired social network GovLoop.

GovDelivery acquires social network GovLoop


NEW YORK ``Avenue Q'' will reach the end of its Broadway road in September.

'Avenue Q' reaches the end of its Broadway road


So apparently, the whole ``crashing a Golden Globes party and pretending she has a career'' bit I reported on yesterday actually worked out for Lindsay Lohan, because now TMZ is reporting that Lindsay is practically swimming in scripts and movie offers because studios finally see that she's ``serious''.


Mr. Mozilo said on Monday that he would give up $37.5 million in severance pay and other fees he stood to gain from the mortgage lender's sale to Bank of America amid criticism over his role in the mortgage meltdown.

Mozilo to give up $37.5 million severance pay


Mortgage approvals in June hit their highest level in more than a year further boosting hopes that the worst of the downturn in the housing market is over.

Mortgage approvals hit highest level in a year


George Lucas says he is retiring from the world of Hollywood blockbusters to start focusing on smaller films.

George Lucas says he's retiring from Hollywood blockbusters


Coastguards have rescued 229 Africans trying to reach the Canary Islands by boat, the biggest group intercepted in a single vessel off the Spanish archipelago, a government official said on Tuesday.


A Houston couple is accused of not getting medical help for a 4-year-old boy who suffered a broken neck and broken ribs.

Couple accused of not getting help for boy with broken neck


NASCAR team owner Jack Roush remained hospitalized in serious but stable condition Wednesday, one day after he walked away from a plane crash in Wisconsin.

NASCAR team owner Jack Roush remains hospitalized after plane crash


Wild animal attacks claimed two lives in the forest areas of Ernakulam on Monday.


Oil prices fell below $99 a barrel Wednesday in Asia as traders eyed mixed signs about the strength of the US economy and crude demand.

Oil falls below $99 in Asia as traders eye mixed signs on US economy


4/25/2008 2:54:25 PM The New Zealand dollar declined against majors during New York trading on Friday.

New Zealand dollar declines against majors


The Nano4Design workshop held at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design in London, UK, illustrated how nanotechnology could aid sustainable design.

Workshop illustrates how nanotechnology could aid sustainable design


Frontier Communications, a TV, phone, and internet provider, is suing Google over its Google Voice service, which launched to US users yesterday, according to Reuters.

Frontier Communications sues Google over Google Voice


AP College Football Writer Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o insisted he had no role in the bizarre hoax involving his ``dead'' girlfriend and told ESPN on Friday night that he was duped by a person who has since apologized to him.


Eight people were killed and dozens injured in an Israeli attack on the Gaza Strip Tuesday.

Eight killed in Israeli attack on Gaza Strip


A West Hartford high school teacher accused of drunken driving and possessing cocaine applied for education programs in Superior Court on Thursday that could lead to the charges being dropped.

West Hartford high school teacher, accused of drunken driving, applies for education programs


The Federal Trade Commission has proposed new rules to improve and streamline enforcement actions tried before administrative law judges.

FTC proposes new rules to improve enforcement actions before administrative law judges


Plant scientists at the John Innes Centre have provided a new solution to an old debate on why species hybrids can be more vigourous than their parents.

A new solution to an old debate on why species hybrids can be more vigourous than their parents


Sean Payton apologized Friday for the bounty scandal under which Saints players were offered payouts for big hits on opponents, saying he takes ``full responsibility'' for the system that operated for three years under his watch.


Share prices on Bursa Malaysia remained lower at mid-morning today with further selling of heavyweights led by DiGi, dealers said.

Share prices remain lower at mid-morning


Mumbai Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said India is a victim of the Eurozone crisis which is hurting export growth.


A 19-year-old Roxboro, NC man faces a felony charge of assault with the intent to maim and a misdemeanor charge of assault while being in a mob, according to Halifax County Sheriff's Office records.


The Delhi government Wednesday said it will start selling flour at below open market rates from Saturday.

Delhi government to sell flour at below market rates


2013-05-22T13:50:38Z 2013-05-23T15:08:11Z Unemployment improves in nearly all Wis. countiesBy SCOTT BAUER La Crosse Tribune Unemployment rates improved in nearly all 72 Wisconsin counties last month.


KARACHI // A Pakistani lawyer threw a shoe at former president Pervez Musharraf as he walked to a court room to extend his bail on charges of conspiracy to murder and sacking judges.

Pakistan lawyer throws shoe at Pervez Musharraf outside of court


The Australian city of Gold Coast will host the 2018 Commonwealth Games in a win that could boost the economy by A$2 billion, according to the Queensland state government.

Australia's Gold Coast will host 2018 Commonwealth Games


A suspected suicide bomber escaped unhurt after a shootout with police in the Rahimabad Police Station limits in Mingora City on Monday, police said.


Real Madrid star striker Cristiano Ronaldo ``has a screw loose'', Osasuna forward Walter Pandiani blasted yesterday after the pair clashed during Real's shock weekend loss.


India Friday successfully tested its indigenously developed ballistic missile shield off the coast of Orissa and said it is readying to deploy the system in the National Capital Region for protection against hostile missiles.


Pune, Aug 2 About 350 students of city's Symbiosis Institute were detained by police for organising a ``friendship day'' party at a farm house at Theur near here.

350 students detained for organising friendship day party


A LAWYER appeared at the Supreme Court yesterday and admitted stealing by reason of service and fraudulent breach of trust.

LAWYER admits stealing by reason of service


Samsung has noted today that its upcoming Galaxy S II already has 3 million pre-orders worldwide, not including the US where the phone hasn't gone up for sale, yet.

Samsung Galaxy S II already has 3 million pre-orders


McLaren team principal Martin Whitmarsh readily accepts Sergio Perez still has plenty to learn following an inauspicious run for the young Mexican.


A new political party has been formed in the country as there are indications that General Elections will be held in March next year.


THE prime accused, Arsat Pervez,who hatched the conspiracy to kidnap Keonjhar-based businessman Rashmiranjan, was nabbed by Balangir police in Tata.


A Sacramento police officer was hurt Monday morning in a motorcycle crash.


Relay supporters celebrate cancer society's anniversary Nearly 50 people gathered at the Depot Tuesday night for a birthday celebration, the 100th, for the American Cancer Society and the beginning of Relay for Life season.


First lady Michelle Obama is set to appear on ABC's Live! with Kelly on Monday, June 18 to chat with host Kelly Ripa and guest co-host Bryant Gumbel.

First lady Michelle Obama to appear on 'Live! with Kelly'


Online video distribution specialist Rightster has launched its own studio to finance online programming and channels.

Rightster launches studio for online programming and channels


An RAF fighter jet tasked with defending the Olympics against terror attacks was scrambled Friday after an aircraft lost contact with aviation authorities, the Ministry of Defence said.


LONDON Britain will buy 22 Chinook helicopters from Boeing Co. as part of $1.5 billion investment in new equipment for troops in Afghanistan, the government announced Tuesday.

Britain to buy 22 Chinook helicopters from Boeing


Strangers farwell shoebox baby Updated: 11:09, Thursday June 28, 2012 A baby girl found dead in a shoebox in southwest Sydney nearly two years ago was 'a beautiful stranger', her funeral has heard.


The Denver Broncos have waived safety Roderick Rogers three weeks after he was promoted from the practice squad.


But for whatever reason, all that's been spoken of most recently, is the possibility that Nick and MiMi are going to be renewing their wedding vows in Paris for the twin's birthdays.

Nick cannon x wife Mariah Carey renewing vows in Paris?


The commercial real estate firm CB Richard Ellis Group Inc. said Monday it has changed its corporate name to CBRE Group Inc. CBRE Group is the second-largest commercial real estate firm in Hawaii, according to PBN research.


Delta Air Lines Inc. said late Wednesday that combined April traffic at Delta and Northwest fell 7.7% to 15.41 billion revenue passenger miles from 16.7 billion a year ago.

Delta Air Lines April traffic falls 7.7%


Plains All American Pipeline LP, the pipeline company that ships more than 3 million barrels a day over its network, withdrew a $1 billion unsolicited offer to buy rival SemGroup Corp. after being rebuffed by the board.

Plains All American withdraws $1 billion offer for SemGroup


AM Best Co. has revised the rating outlook to positive from stable and affirmed the financial strength rating of B++ for Hermitage Insurance Group and its member, Hermitage Insurance Company.


``Families need to know that they can come to London for the Olympics and stay here at affordable prices. Tourists from abroad must also not be left with an impression that London is just too expensive to visit in future.

Families need to know that they can come to London for the Olympics and stay here at affordable prices - jowell


East Carolina has added John Gutekunst as an assistant coach to fill in for Thomas ``Rock'' Roggeman, who is on medical leave due to non-Hodgkin lymphoma.


An Iranian opposition website is reporting that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has pardoned 19 jailed opposition activists on a religious occasion.


PND manufacturer TomTom today issued a profit warning for its first quarter results and reduced its outlook for the full year.


A man has been charged with raping two women on the same date in a flat in Dublin city centre last year.

Man charged with raping two women on same date


BSNL provided phones in 13054 villages in Punjab as an effort to encourage rural telecommunication.

BSNL provides phones in 13054 villages in Punjab


Britain on Monday raised its 2010 growth forecast to 1.8 per cent from 1.2 per cent, citing a stronger-than-expected recovery, and slashed its estimate of job losses arising from spending cuts.


The Nishnawbe Aski people were recognized as an ancient culture during the 4th International World Conference of Elders of Ancient Traditions and Cultures.

Nishnawbe Aski recognized as ancient culture


The terror strikes like the one in Jaipur have had a temporary effect on inflow of foreign tourists but the tourism department has been taking steps to ally fears of overseas travellers about their safety over such incidents, Union Tourism and Culture Minister Ambika Soni said on Wednesday.

Terror strikes have temporary effect on tourists:


US stock futures fell Thursday, August 11, following European markets lower and a day after another big drop on Wall Street.

US stock futures fall after another big drop on Wall Street


Castleford have signed Welsh international Rhys Williams on an initial one-month loan deal from Warrington.

Castleford sign Williams on loan from Warrington


Rapid City, SD-based tour company, Shebby Lee Tours, has been specializing in off the beaten path destinations ever since the company began offering group tours thirty-three years ago.

Tour company specializes in off the beaten path destinations


Ruckus, the Web site that offered free music to college students, suddenly shut down nationwide, leaving Villanova students without a place to legally download free music.


The UAE central bank wants lenders to raise to 80 percent their provisions against exposure to two Saudi conglomerates, according to newspaper reports yesterday, causing a decline in Dubai-based banking stocks.

UAE central bank wants lenders to raise provisions


Danish mid-century modern large teak serving tray with cut out handles and grooved sides, branded 'Staved Teak, Danmark, 2.


North Dakota's Legislature ended its longest session ever early Saturday morning after weary lawmakers approved final bills to a record-high state budget.

North Dakota Legislature ends early Saturday morning


Yogen Frûz opened its third Illinois location at Yorktown Center in Lombard, Illinois, located at the corner of Butterfield Road and Highland Avenue.

Yogen Frûz opens third Illinois location


An Egyptian girl died of bird flu on Monday, bringing the number of deaths from the disease to 23, the Ministry of Health said on Tuesday.


Giorgio Armani took inspiration from gypsies and Japan for his womenswear collection for winter 2008-09, wrapping many of his outfits in shawls of velvet or lace and using floral print silks for evening.


VonZipper has launched the Ether collection with its RGNS technology system, which features rubber nose pads and temple tips.


Virtualization is all about bringing efficiency in the workplace, and a growing business needs this efficiency to continue on its growth path.


A 28-year-old Sheboygan man is behind bars after being convicted of child abuse Thursday.


A 30-year-old Argyle woman was charged Wednesday with grand larceny in connection with public assistance fraud, police said.


Aaron Rouse is dealing with a neck stinger suffered in Sunday's battle with the Bengals, according to the Green Bay Press-Gazette.


Two Eastern professors returned from a week in Erbil, Iraq, where they experienced a thriving culture and presented a five-day workshop about economic development and business planning.


Human Rights Council of the United Nations adopted the OIC resolution on ``combating defamation of religions'' at its 10 th Session in Geneva.

Un human Rights Council adopts resolution on combating defamation of religions


Aberdeen Global Income Fund, Inc., a closed-end bond fund, announced today its performance data and portfolio composition as of December 31, 2010.

Aberdeen Global Income Fund, Inc. announces performance data and portfolio composition


Taylor Swift reportedly attempted to hook up with the actor, Bradley Cooper, at the Golden Globes on Sunday evening, but he rejected her advances.

Taylor Swift attempted to hook up with Bradley Cooper at the Golden Globes


Some keyboards carry more harmful bacteria than a toilet seat, research from consumer watchdog Which? has found.

Keyboards carry ``more bacteria than a toilet seat''


A light earthquake rattled northern California on early Thursday, seismologists said, but causing no damage or casualties.

Light earthquake rattles northern California


Antonio Conte ``believes in the Scudetto,'' although he shows great respect for Novara and reveals more injury problems.


A Mahnomen man appeared in Becker County District Court Friday on charges of attempted motor vehicle theft and fleeing a peace officer.

Mahnomen man appears for vehicle theft, fleeing


The latest forecasting survey of 55 economists showed that 51 per cent feel demand from India and China is fuelling the global energy prices.

Demand from India, China fuelling energy prices:


Officials say water at a rest stop on eastbound Interstate 94 near Chelsea is unsafe to drink because of bacteria.

Water at rest stop near Chelsea unsafe to drink


Theater impresario Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, 61, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is undergoing treatment for the disease after doctors were able to spot it early.


MALDON got back to winning ways in Marshall Hatchick Two Counties Championship division one following their thumping by Frinton.


The Cleveland Browns acquired linebacker Bo Ruud off waivers from the New England Patriots on Thursday.


The signals for unpaid monthly wages in Bulgaria have been getting more frequent lately, the chief executive of the country's Labor Agency, Galab Donev said Monday, quoted by BNR.

Signals for unpaid wages in Bulgaria get more frequent


Government drug advisers are calling for a ``legal high'', which has left nine people needing hospital treatment, to be banned.

Advisers call for 'legal high' to be banned


Power forward Kris Humphries, more known for his recent failed marriage to actress-model Kim Kardashian, has re-signed with the New Jersey Nets.


Two-time French Open runner-up Dinara Safina of Russia lost in the first round at Roland Garros on Tuesday, falling to Kimiko Date Krumm of Japan 3-6, 6-4, 7-5.

Dinara Safina loses in first round at French Open


In a surprise move, Aditya Birla- owned Idea Cellular on Wednesday decided not to mention its petition before telecom tribunal TDSAT, which was filed to seek a stay on issuance of licenses and start-up spectrum to new players.

Idea Cellular decides against mentioning petition before TDSAT


Khloe Kardashian has revealed she has a crush on President Barack Obama after recently meeting him at the White House.

Khloe Kardashian reveals she has a crush on President Obama


A Durham lawyer has surrendered her license to practice law in this state and has been disbarred after admitting she didn't do the right thing with her clients' money.


Global trade and logistics software and solutions provider Kewill has appointed David Gibbon as CFO.


Sudarshan Sukhani of s2analytics.com is of the view that one can sell Allahabad Bank and buy Reliance Power with a target of Rs 100.

Sell Allahabad Bank, buy Reliance Power:


A man freed himself from his submerged car after he drove onto a flooded road in Townsville overnight.


Azerbaijan handed over two citizens to Armenia, who earlier lost their way and crossed the contact line, head of the working group of Commission on Prisoners of War, Hostages and Missing People said.

Azerbaijan hands over two citizens to Armenia


Shreveport police are investigating a late night shooting that sent one man to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the leg.


Michigan State defensive end William Gholston has been suspended by the Big Ten for one game for punching Taylor Lewan during last Saturday's matchup against Michigan.

Michigan State's William Gholston suspended for one game


A loaded cruise ship exploring the Northwest Passage has run aground on a rock that wasn't on the map.

Cruise ship exploring Northwest Passage runs aground


In this video a kangaroo is born, crawls up to its mother's pouch where a camera captures it's development from tiny, naked, grub-like newborn into a fully grown Joey.


Retail stocks rose Friday after job losses slowed in July to the lowest total since August and the unemployment rate unexpectedly fell.


A new beauty shop and tanning bed called Polly's Cuts-n-Stuff has opened at 316 Rear Main St. in Boswell.


ESPN.com's Craig Custance suggests General Manager David Poile plans to eventually sign extensions with defensemen Ryan Suter and Shea Weber, and forward Alexander Radulov.

David Poile plans to sign Ryan Suter, Shea Weber and Alexander Radulov


``A judge ordered mixed martial arts champion Jeff Monson to surrender his passport Tuesday after Monson pleaded not guilty to malicious-mischief charges for allegedly spray-painting an anarchist symbol on the Capitol last year.''

``A judge ordered mixed martial arts champion Jeff Monson to surrender his passport Tuesday after...


A US war hero is facing jail after he left his three dogs to starve for a month after he was confined to his airbase as punishment for ``substance abuse''.

US war hero facing jail for leaving three dogs to starve


Music legend Paul McCartney says that `Beatles` during their initial days played some `miserable` shows and even had pennies thrown at them by a group of `unruly youths`.


A corrupt police employee who accessed official records and passed information to an alleged drug ring has been sentenced to four months community detention.


Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Qamar Zaman Kaira has said that difference in opinion amongst the coalition parties with regard to govt policies does not mean that there is any deadlock.

Difference of opinion does not mean deadlock:


A 38-year-old Factoryville man has pleaded guilty to terroristic threats and assault charges after terrorizing a woman last winter.

Factoryville man pleads guilty to threats, assault


The format of farmer producer companies, that made a lacklustre debut ten years ago, are now seeing a resurgence as farmers start realising its benefits.

Format of farmer producer companies sees resurgence


Healthcare inspectorate the Care Quality Commission found four ambulances were not clean enough, while clinical waste was discovered on two vehicles.


Fifty gifted students have been disqualified from an exam after teachers mistakenly told them they could take books in with them, a school has said.


State police in Monroe County said a man is dead after a hit and run.

Police say a man is dead after a hit and run


Rockstar has been trying to downplay the number of issues that gamers are complaining about in the recent PC release of Grand Theft Auto IV , saying that only a small number of fans are having issues with the game.

Rockstar: ``a small number of fans'' having issues


Gilles Simon of France won the Indianapolis Tennis Championships on Sunday, beating Dmitry Tursunov of Russia 6-4, 6-4.

Simon wins Indianapolis Tennis Championships


Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is making ``excellent progress'' after his third heart operation and is eager to return to work, his office said.

Singh making ``excellent progress'' after third heart operation


English brands Jaguar and Land Rover seem to be thriving under Indian ownership.

Jaguar Land Rover thriving under Indian ownership


Rock singer Marilyn Manson was seriously injured and nearly lost his ear during a violent fight in Switzerland.

Marilyn Manson seriously injured during fight


Npower has released data that shows more than eight out of ten businesses feel that Government targets to reduce CO2 emissions are unrealistic, with many not seeing the benefit of a small carbon footprint and relegating carbon reduction measures to concentrate on managing costs.

More than eight out of ten businesses feel that Government targets to reduce CO2 emissions are unrealistic


Foreign Secretary David Miliband has renewed calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as he spoke of the ``horror'' afflicting residents of the war zone.

David Miliband renews calls for a ceasefire in Gaza


A five-year Chicago area HIV/AIDS housing plan meant to address the ongoing affordable housing crisis and its impact on those living with the disease was recently released.


The Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, July 17, decided to add right-handed Todd Redmond to the roster as the team continues its march of the second-half of the season plagued by some injuries.

Cincinnati Reds add Todd Redmond to the roster --


St Pauli coach Holger Stanislawski will leave at the end of the season, the German Bundesliga club announced on Wednesday.

St. Pauli's Stanislawski to leave at end of season


BEIJING - China says it will back Sri Lanka and oppose a proposed UN resolution calling on the island nation to probe wartime rights abuses.

China says will back Sri Lanka on UN resolution


Talbots Inc again extended its exchange offer, by 24 hours, as the women's apparel retailer sought to complete a merger that would allow it to significantly reduce debt.

Talbots again extends exchange offer; by 24 hours


He's officially suing for unpaid royalties from A&M Records, among other things.

Peter Frampton suing for unpaid royalties


Ford India will invest $72 million to boost capacity at its local engine plant, the company said Tuesday, as it seeks to capture a bigger share of the country's surging market for cars.

Ford India to invest $72 million in engine plant


Autism charity Spectrum has restored a former Redruth mother and baby home, and converted it into a new residential home for people with the condition.

Autism charity restores former Redruth mother and baby home


Police are investigating the prison guards' union after a complaint that the Corrections Association was misspending members' money.


Ghana Commercial Bank has introduced ``Zero Forex Account'' to assist soldiers on peacekeeping operations abroad to access peacekeeping loans.

Ghana Commercial Bank introduces Zero Forex for soldiers


A 95-YEAR-OLD man suffered horrific burns and died after falling out of his bath and on to a heated towel rail.

Man dies after falling against heated towel rail


If you really want to get to where you're going, it's always best to start at the beginning: to start at the truth of your situation.

It's always best to start at the beginning....


Hamas publicly set its terms on Wednesday for a ceasefire with Israel, calling for an end to Israeli raids in Palestinian territory and a reopening of Gaza border crossings.

Hamas sets terms for ceasefire with Israel


Everton knocked holders Chelsea out of the FA Cup when they won their fourth-round replay 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.


Hamas on Wednesday dismissed Russian pressure to release an Israeli soldier and said he will not be set free without an ``honorable'' prisoner exchange deal.


A man and a 14 month old baby were involved in a car accident in Croatan on Catfish Lake Road.


Alcatel-Lucent today announced that it remains the worldwide leader in the fixed broadband access market, supporting the largest mass deployments of video, voice and data services.

Alcatel-Lucent remains the worldwide leader in the fixed broadband access market


ESM, which has three Colorado call centers, including one near Southlands Mall in Aurora, announced promotions at the chairman, CEO and President/COO levels in a statement this week.


AP , 05.17.11, 01:11 AM EDT Foreign investment in China slowed in April as the government tried to cool an overheated economy.

Foreign investment in China slows in April


The 2012 MLS schedule was released on Thursday, impressively enough almost exactly at the time the league let rumor out that it would be.


Miss Colombia Catalina Robayo said Thursday she is confident she will win the Miss Universe beauty pageant, despite the world-wide controversy she caused by not wearing panties.

Colombia's Catalina Robayo confident she will win Miss Universe


A Murfreesboro man accused of urinating on stuffed animals at The Outreach Thrift Store on Broad Stree was arrested Sunday on charges of indecent exposure and vandalism.

Man accused of urinating on stuffed animals


MPs call on China, Russia to act Updated: 20:33, Thursday March 15, 2012 Australian politicians are urging Russia and China to persuade Syria to end the brutal oppression of its own people.


We asked some Blacksburg Primary students Tuesday what they are grateful for this year at Thanksgiving.

What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving?


Penguins star Sidney Crosby will miss his fifth consecutive game Saturday in Boston because of a concussion.

Penguins star Sidney Crosby to miss fifth game due to concussion


Halle Berry has been ordered by a court to pay her ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry $20,000 a month in child support for their four-year-old daughter.

Halle Berry ordered to pay ex Gabriel Aubry $20,000 a month child support


A 64-year-old Gillette teacher had a heart attack before crashing his ATV, killing the longtime educator just two weeks before he was to retire.


Katie Price has insisted that, despite her reputation, she looks her best when she is natural.


Lenny Hayes says sledging of Nick Riewoldt is inevitable.


A Facebook security bug exposed 6 million users' contact information such as e-mail address and phone number to other users connected to them.

Facebook bug exposes 6 million users ' contact information


Retail giant Lulu announced the launch of its 100th store in Ras Al-Khaimah to further strengthen its presence in the region.


Reliance Capital can touch Rs 720-740, says Jitendra Mehta, AVP Institutional Equity, Edelweiss.


BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN is to be named Person of the Year by officials at the MusiCares Foundation for his glittering career and tireless charity work.

Bruce Springsteen is MusiCares Person of the Year


A 23-year-old woman was thrown out of a speeding Mercedes car in DLF Phase 2 area of Gurgaon on Monday night after the car owner tried to molest her, police said.

Woman thrown out of Mercedes car in Gurgaon


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday accused Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas of having 'turned his back on peace.

Netanyahu accuses Abbas of having ``turned his back on peace''


Russia has destroyed 45% of its chemical weapon stockpiles one month ahead of a deadline under an international pact, the Foreign Ministry said on Friday.

Russia destroys 45% of its chemical Weapons


A Sultan Kudarat town mayor escaped after the arraignment of his murder case and ran out of the Sandiganbayan Centennial building on Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City yesterday.


Warren Buffett's conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway said it will launch a share buyback programme, an unprecedented move from Buffett that comes after months of investor complaints that the stock was undervalued.


Promotion hunting Port Vale kept up the pressure on the top three with a 2-1 victory over Macclesfield.


Investment firm UBS cut its target price on Nexen Inc. from $30 to $28.50 after tax changes in Britain that will raise rates on the Calgary-based energy company's operations in the North Sea.

UBS cuts target price on Nexen to $28.50


Former South Africa Test cricketer Ossie Dawson died at his home in Umhlanga on Monday.


A six-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car in East Ayrshire.


Former First Lady Laura Bush will visit a school in northeast Houston to launch an initiative toward reducing the dropout rates in high schools.

Former First Lady Laura Bush visits northeast Houston school


President Barack Obama will visit Master Lock in Milwaukee on Wednesday, February 15th.

President Obama to visit Master Lock in Milwaukee


Jaime Moreno explains why the questionable Lesner will in fact beat Heath Herring at UFC 87.


A trial date is due to be set today in the case of former Scottish international footballer Frank McAvennie.


Tre'Von Willis had 22 points, seven rebounds and five steals to lead No. 25 UNLV to an 83-49 rout of TCU on Saturday night.

Willis leads No. 25 UNLV to 83-49 rout of TCU


The US private sector lost 693,000 jobs in December, according to a survey Wednesday highlighting a deepening recession in the world's biggest economy.

US private sector lost 693,000 jobs in December:


Ally Lark's jumper in the paint at the buzzer lifted East Rockaway over Wheatley, 32-31, last night in a Nassau Conference BC girls basketball game.


There were no reported injuries Tuesday when a mini school bus caught fire in Jericho, on North Broadway near 17th Street, Nassau County police said.


High-profile IPL franchise Mumbai Indians have retained captain Harbhajan Singh in the team amidst intense media speculation that the veteran spinner might be back in the auction pool for the next edition of the cash-rich league.

Mumbai Indians retain captain Harbhajan Singh


Mack Avenue Records announces the signing of saxophone sensation and Detroit native Kenny Garrett, the highly renowned composer and multiple GRAMMY-nominee, to their unique roster of artists.

Mack Avenue Records announces the signing of saxophonist-composer Kenny Garrett


Huntsman signed five health reform bills yesterday to begin the journey.

Governor Huntsman signs health reform bills


``I was 18 when we first met, 19 when we first started dating. There was no rush,'' the singer tells Seventeen in its December/January issue, due out Tuesday.


Working Title Films issued a statement Friday playing down the media storm swirling around problems with the Hugh Grant starrer Bridget Jones's Baby.


A street vendor was killed on Friday morning when a car crashed into him on a busy road in Sandton, and then hit three other cars.


The Russian presidential election is proceeding smoothly on Sunday as voting has already ended in the country's most regions.

Russian presidential election proceeds smoothly


On June 16, 2009, Chinese President Hu Jintao arrived in Moscow for a state visit.

Hu Jintao arrives in Moscow for state visit


India's Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that two Italian marines accused of killing a pair of fishermen off the coast of India last year will be tried in a special court to be set up by the government.


In what surely will be must-see TV, Robert Pattinson is scheduled to give his first interview Wednesday, August 15 on ABC's Good Morning America since splitting with his cheating girlfriend Kristen Stewart.

Robert Pattinson giving gma first interview since split with Kristen Stewart


Wells Fargo refinance mortgage rates have been a very attractive levels for quite some time as the 10 year treasury rate yield has remained below 3.5%.


Two men and their dog escaped serious injuries Tuesday night, after an emergency landing near Three Rivers.

Two men escape injury in emergency landing


The Arab Parliament has warned of a dangerous escalation of events in Syria amid the intervention of third parties directly and indirectly in the pro-Syrian regime.

Arab Parliament warns of escalation of events in Syria


Boston University displays their love for Psy through banner on the University鈥檚 official homepage.

Boston University displays their love for PSY


An overpass will be built over the railway located to the south of the western crossroad in Ulaanbaatar.


Bend police say a 41-year-old woman stabbed her husband in the back with scissors during an argument.


Missouri and Kansas economies expanded in February from conditions in January, Creighton University reported Monday.

Missouri, Kansas economies expand in February


Indeed, just yesterday, Air Products extended the expiration date of its tender offer to acquire Airgas shares.

Air Products extends tender offer to acquire Airgas


One of the leading banks of public sector Andhra Bank invites application for clerk.

Andhra Bank invites application for clerk:


Senior officials tell Fox President Obama will deliver an address on the Iraq troop drawdown late next week, mere days before the official deadline to remove all US combat forces by August 31.

President Obama to deliver address on Iraq troop drawdown next week


Writer 16 minutes ago The Dalai Lama participated in a 12-hour fast for peace in Tibet on Saturday from his hospital bed in western India, his spokesman said.

Dalai Lama fasts for peace from hospital bed


Pazhassi Raja, a forthcoming biopic magnum opus historical film from the team consisting director Hariharan, script writer MT Vasudevan Nair and superstar Mammootty who gave us the unforgettable Oru Vadakkan Veera Gatha, will start its final schedule of production by the last week of August.

Pazhassi Raja starts final schedule in August


A white supremacist who killed a security guard after opening fire at Washington's Holocaust Museum had links to the far-Right British National Party, a former associate has said.

White supremacist who opened fire at US Holocaust memorial museum 'has links to the BNP'


Despite a formal request from the US State Department that Rwanda immediately release Erlinder, things have only gotten worse, as the judge has rejected all motions for bail, extended his remand for another 30 days, while Erlinder's own defense attorney has been chased from the country fearing his own detention.


An estimated 67,000 mobile phones are likely to be lost or stolen during the Olympics in London.

67,000 phones to be lost or stolen during London Olympics


A Transjakarta bus patrol officer was smacked in the face by a man holding a gun, while working on Thursday evening in South Jakarta, the Transjakarta Busway Management Body reported on Friday.


The future of Hillside Workshops in Dunedin has been resolved after an extensive national and international search was undertaken for potential purchasers for the site.


Alex Tagliani, who recorded six top-10 finishes and two pole starts on the way to 11th place in the 2011 championship, has joined Bryan Herta Autosport.


New Castle County Police are investigating an armed robbery attempt that occurred Jan. 10 at a Wilmington apartment complex.

Police investigate armed robbery attempt


Tidewater Inc., a New Orleans company that operates a fleet of vessels serving the offshore energy industry, reported higher earnings for the fourth quarter and the fiscal year this morning.

Tidewater Inc. reports higher earnings for the fourth quarter, fiscal year


On his Facebook page, David wrote: ``I am honoured to announce I will be performing alongside some of the world's greatest artists at the Michael Jackson tribute concert.''

Craig David to perform at Michael Jackson tribute concert


Nico Rosberg has revealed he will be happy to stay with Williams in 2010 as long as the Grove team remains able to produce a tidy package.


Monday was expected to be the busiest day in FedEx history, with nearly 16 million packages moving on its conveyer belts, trucks and planes.

Monday expected to be busiest in FedEx's history


Vietnam and New Zealand will make active efforts to expand bilateral cooperative ties, especially in trade and investment, in the coming time.

Vietnam and New Zealand to make efforts to expand ties


Coldplay frontman Chris Martin stormed out of a radio interview in a rage this week, accusing the show presenter of manipulating his words.

Coldplay star Chris Martin stormed out of a radio interview


Taj group rebrands old hotels in Lanka, plans to expand Sutirtho Patranobis, Hindustan TimesEmail AuthorColombo, September 24, 2010 First Published: 16:50 ISTLast Updated: 17:07 IST Share more...


On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I congratulate the people of Ireland as they celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

President Obama congratulates the people of Ireland on St. Patrick's Day


In the 2010/11 scholastic year over 43,000 students or 76.7 per cent of students from primary to post-secondary schools, participated in the EkoSkola programme, up from 70.6 per cent in the previous scholastic year.

Students participating in EkoSkola programme


Berlin, Aug 25 India is among a group of countries invited to attend an international conference on Libya, which French President Nicolas Sarkozy will host in Paris next week to discuss the future of the north African nation after the overthrow of the Muammar Gaddafi regime.

India invited to attend international conference on Libya


No Doubt have a ''weird process'' to making their albums, which means it could be some time before fans hear their new material.

No doubts weird process for making albums


The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Ron Kirk as the US trade representative, voting overwhelmingly to support President Barack Obama's nominee as the global economy continues its downward spiral and Mexico imposes higher tariffs on American products in response to a new US law.

Senate confirms Ron Kirk as US trade representative


Mohammad Ashraful will continue as Bangladesh captain despite the consecutive defeats to Zimbabwe at home, the Bangladesh Cricket Board have indicated.


MoneyGram International, a global leader in the payment services industry, announced an agreement with Online Resources Corporation , a leading provider of financial technology, to offer same-day cash payment services from any MoneyGram US agent location to Online Resources billers.

MoneyGram International announces agreement with Online Resources


Nissan Motor Co Ltd said on Wednesday it will cut its domestic output for the business year to March by an additional 78,000 units, starting in January, in response to a continued decline in global car sales.

Nissan to cut domestic output by 78,000 from January


Albany police are investigating two early morning shootings that happened within minutes of each other on South Pearl Street.


The regional censor board in Chennai has denied certificate for M Theaters' forthcoming controversial Thambivudayan, a film dealing with the sensitive Cauvery river water issue.

Censor board denies certificate to Thambivudayan!


Boynton Beach police are investigating a suspicious death at a home at 706 NW Eighth Street, according to Boynton Beach police spokeswoman Jaclyn E. Smith.

Boynton police investigating a suspicious death


Tiger Woods will return to tournament play at next week's World Golf Championships event in Ohio, more than two months after withdrawing from the Players championship with knee and ankle injuries.

Tiger Woods will return to play next week


Pirates GM Neal Huntington today made a ``strong suggestion'' that Lastings Milledge will be called up to be a Pittsburg Pirates this Friday to play against his former team, the Washington Nationals.

``Strong suggestion'' that Lastings Milledge will be called up Friday


The Hines 30-storey Garibaldi Tower in Porta Nuova officially became yesterday the tallest building in Italy, rising to 754 feet high with the addition this past weekend of a 256-foot-tall spire.

Garibaldi Tower in Porta Nuova becomes tallest building in Italy


Roush Fenway driver Carl Edwards will make his 11th Nationwide Series start at Charlotte Motor Speedway this Saturday.

Carl Edwards will make 11th Nationwide Series start in Charlotte


But Oprah already knows that, of course, so she wants to know who Rihanna REALLY is deep down inside that gorgeous exterior.


Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, managed by Cleveland Clinic, holds the ninth monthly public lecture on Obesity under the title of 'Walking Away from Obesity:

SKMC holds ninth monthly public lecture about obesity


James McAvoy, the Scottish star of Atonement, has been cast as Professor Charles Xavier in the upcoming X-Men:


A rural Crosby man is missing and the Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating him.


An elderly woman has been found murdered in a home on the northwest side, near Oro Valley.

Elderly woman found murdered in home near Oro Valley


In a brief statement, Apple announced the death but did not say where he died.


Former ``Party of Five'' actor Scott Wolf and his wife have welcomed their second child.

Scott Wolf and wife welcome their second child


President Asif Ali Zardari has ordered release of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh, changing his death sentence to life term.

President Zardari orders release of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh


Australian investment managers have been among the hardest hit by the global financial crisis, according to new data released by Watson Wyatt.


The A12 in north Suffolk was closed for several hours today after a car burst into flames during one of three crashes on the same stretch of road.


Voyager 2 has revealed some amazing information, as it has found that the solar system is actually shaped like an egg.

Voyager 2 reveals that the solar system is shaped like an egg


Washington - Barbados prime minister David Thompson died Saturday at age 48 of pancreatic cancer, the state-run Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation reported.

Barbados prime Minister Thompson dies at 48


That as soon as Adnan's legal troubles with his second wife Sabah were over he would take his wife to the city of her dreams where they would initiate the process of parenthood.


Wyndham Worldwide Corporation today announced its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.12 per share on its common stock, payable June 11, 2010 to shareholders of record as of May 27, 2010.

Wyndham Worldwide Corporation declares cash dividend


A local women accused of driving under the influence of alcohol with a child in the vehicle also was charged with assaulting police officers following her arrest Thursday, police said.


NBA basketball betting odds have the Spurs listed as 8-point favorites against the Hornets while the game's total is sitting at 197.5.


The rate of auto loan delinquencies was down slightly last month, but it remains far higher than it was a year ago, according to a recent report.


BJP on Wednesday said ``communalism and politics'' should be kept out of education and urged HRD Ministry to introduce reforms to ``humanise'' studies and inculcate moral values and cultural pride in students.

Communalism, politics be kept out of education:


An unidentified man is in critical condition Tuesday after authorities say he was seriously beaten with a pipe in Atlantic City on Monday afternoon.

Man in critical condition after being beaten with pipe in Atlantic City


MANY older women are spending more on their holiday wardrobe than on the trip itself, according to new research.

Women spend more on their holiday wardrobe than on the trip itself.


Actress Paz de la Huerta has been ordered to undergo alcohol counseling after pleading guilty to a charge of harassment relating to an altercation earlier this year.

Paz de la Huerta ordered to undergo alcohol counseling


Duke University professor John Hope Franklin, 94, a revered historian of life in the South and the African-American experience, died Wednesday of congestive heart failure at Duke University's hospital in Durham.


Lady Gaga has been teaching her pet dog, labradoodle Fozzi, how to draw by attaching pens to his legs


British actor Tom Hardy is in talks to play Al Capone in the upcoming gangster trilogy Cicero.


David Boreanaz has come forward to admit that he had cheated on his wife Jaime Bergman, whom he has married for nearly nine years.

David Boreanaz admits cheating on his wife


As well as overhauling Britain's economy, Margaret Thatcher triggered a cultural revolution in Britain by igniting a creative burst of anger at her policies, including slashing arts funding.


Mercy, the caffeine-free beverage that helps prevent hangovers, is pleased to announce its partnership with Brown Distributing Company in Florida.

Mercy announces partnership with Brown Distributing in Florida


A former girlfriend of the man charged with killing two Vermillion girls in 1971 could testify about an alleged statement he made regarding a girl buried on his farm.

Girlfriend could testify about statement


Finland's Citycon has issued a EUR 150 mln senior unsecured domestic bond.

Citycon issues EUR 150 mln domestic bond


Toys for Tots needs to collect 4,000 toys in the remaining four weeks of the Haralson County drive, and an upcoming event is critical to the success of the drive, according to coordinator Curtis Eidson, retired member of the US Marine Corps Reserve, the sponsor of Toys for Tots.


The war in Afghanistan entered cyberspace on Wednesday when the tech-savvy Taleban said their phones, e-mail and website had been hacked to spread a false report that the movement's spiritual leader, Mulla Omar, was dead.


State environmental officials Friday announced that buildings and administrative offices in some state forests and parks will be closing on weekends until the spring to save money.

Buildings in some State parks to close on weekends


A 12-year-old boy has worn a skirt to school in protest against ''discriminatory'' rules which ban boys from wearing shorts.


A teacher Sunday prevented an 11-year-old pupil from plunging to his death from the fourth floor of a school due to repeated taunts from fellow pupils.

Teacher prevents pupil from plunging to death


For the second time in just a few days, a person was sent to the hospital after a car accident at routes 44 and 179.

One sent to hospital after accident at routes 44 and 179


Denver upset nine-time NCAA lacrosse tournament champion Johns Hopkins 14-9 Saturday to reach the national semifinals for the first time in school history.

Denver upsets Johns Hopkins to reach semifinals


CBS Corporation announced today that it has completed its acquisition of CNET Networks, Inc. and merged its operations into a newly expanded CBS Interactive division.

CBS Corporation completes acquisition of CNET Networks;


US special forces will soon launch new operations to hunt world's most wanted terrorist Osama Bin Laden who the Americans believe is holed up in rugged terrain along the Afghan-Pak border.

US to launch new operation to hunt down Bin Laden


Crude oil prices rose for the second consecutive day Tuesday, climbing to nearly $78 per barrel after a manufacturing index rose in China.


Punjab Chief Minister, Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has said that action should be accelerated for elimination of encroachments and against qabza groups without any fear and no pressure should be taken in to account in this regard.

Action should be accelerated for elimination of encroachments:


9/29/2011 3:30:10 AM - The National Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Jake Obetsebi Lamptey has stressed the need for the Electoral Commission (EC) to ensure that the biometric register is ready for use for the 2012 general elections.

Biometric register must be ready for 2012 elections --


On April 1, 2009, Chinese President Hu Jintao met with his US counterpart Barack Obama in London.

Chinese president Hu Jintao meets with his US counterpart Obama


The German market is falling in afternoon trading Monday, ignoring firm cues from most Asian markets.

German market falls in afternoon trading


Telus Corp. plans to invest more than $250 million in Quebec this year, with a focus on advanced wireless and wireline broadband infrastructure that includes health-care-related technology.

Telus to invest $250 million in Quebec this year


Dierks Bentley, Fun., Josh Groban and more will unite for a teachers' benefit concert in Los Angeles, reports the Los Angeles Times.

Dierks Bentley, Fun., Josh Groban unite for teachers' benefit


Settlement reached in Calif. bullet train lawsuit - wistv.com - Columbia, South Carolina South Carolina Ethics investigators have closed the case that led to 25 ethics violations against five council members and the city administrator.


Ivory Coast is to build a new 275 megawatt hydroelectric power station in the Soubre area of the country, about 200km west of the capital, according to the Ministry of Mines.


Several rattlesnake dens have been confirmed within the city limits of Kimball over the course of the past three weeks, raising concern amongst residents of the potential threat the snakes pose.

Several rattlesnake dens confirmed within city limits


Fewer hauliers went bust in the last quarter of 2007 than in the same period in 2006, according to business information specialist Equifax.


The social networking site, Facebook has updated its homepage with creating separate tabs for the news feed and real-time events.


Amid the bleak details, he posed a critical question to the committee: ``What do you want your military to do?''


Washington junior Nick Taylor has qualified for the US Open for the second consecutive year, taking medalist honors during sectional qualifying.

Washington's Taylor qualifies for US Open


Agilent Technologies Inc. today announced it has acquired Lab901, a leading electrophoresis equipment and consumables company based in Edinburgh, UK The company's automated electrophoresis products are used for DNA, RNA and protein analysis.


A 38-year-old Natchez woman remains in stable condition at a Jackson hospital after being shot during an apparent altercation Tuesday on Dumas Drive.

Natchez woman remains stable after shooting


IAN CHANDLER today quipped that Lionel Messi and Wayne Rooney have a hard act to follow in the Champions League final later this month at Wembley.

Messi and roo have hard act to follow at Wembley


William Hague hinted yesterday that he might walk away from frontline politics in the wake of gay smears.


West Bank barrier route would destroy ancient agricultural terraces, pools and small canals.

'W. Bank barrier would destroy ancient terraces'


A rural Oregon County man has been charged with assault after what appears to be a domestic dispute at a residence on AA Highway.


British Gas is putting power in the hands of its customers by launching a new green tariff which gives households a vote on where millions of pounds should be spent helping community energy projects.


The Orioles today announced that they have signed free agent RHP ADAM EATON to a minor league contract with an invitation to Spring Training.


Starbucks Coffee Co. said Tuesday that it is taking full control of its French operations and turning it into a company-run business.

Starbucks to take control of French operations


Australian unemployment eased to 5.2 percent in November, data showed Thursday, with a surge in jobs created and record levels of people in the jobs market.

Australian unemployment eases to 5.2 percent


The Herzliya wastewater treatment plant has been upgraded to tertiary treatment in accordance with requirements set by the interministerial permits committee for the discharge of waste to the sea and the recommendations of the Marine and Coastal Environment Division of the Ministry of Environmental Protection.

Herzliya wastewater treatment plant upgraded


A man grabbed a woman in a Northampton street and indecently exposed himself to her.


The TSX Venture Exchange closed Tuesday at 1,333.34, down 56.05 points.

Tsxv closed at 1,333.34, down 56.05 points